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There are many different types of problems you can have while using a sewing machine, but here are a few basic problems.

There are many different types of problems you can have while using a sewing machine, but here are a few basic problems.

1. The needle thread breaks: Check the threading of the needle as it may not be threaded properly.

# The needle thread breaks: Check the threading of the needle as it may not be threaded properly. It is also possible that the needle needs to be changed. Learn this skill from one of the sewing volunteers or aces so that you can perform a needle change when needed.

 

# The needle breaks: Make sure the needle is installed correctly and is tight.  Verify you are using the correct pressure foot.  

2. The needle breaks: Make sure the needle is installed correctly and is tight.  Verify you are using the correct pressure foot.  

# Machine does not run smoothly: Verify the hook race and bobbin holder are free from lint.

 

# Clearing a thread jam: Because the rotation of the bobbin in the bobbin case is pretty sloppy, thread jams can happen fairly frequently. Use the screwdriver keys that came with the sewing machines to open the needle plate (a.k.a. the throat plate) and access the bobbin case.

3. Machine does not run smoothly: Verify the hook race and bobbin holder are free from lint.

==Maintenance==

==Maintenance==