Brother LS-1217 Mechanical Sewing Machine - Page 7 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

We have that table extension available here:

Brother Sewing Machine Table Extension

try this...
www.2instructions.com

Here's the manual :
http://www.brother-usa.com/ModelDocuments/Consumer/Users%20Manual/UM_LS_1217_EN_186.PDF

hello, I had the exact same problem and could not find the solution until i took my machine to my sewing sensei and i solved my tedious problem. It was actually not a tension problem at all but a threading problem. Make sure you have threaded your bobbin correctly and that when you pull on the bobbin thread that the bobbin turns the right way. (mine must spin anti clockwise to work)  Make sure that when you pull up the bobbin thread using the needle that it is not over the feed dogs connective bar but under it. A big problem when the thread gets caught around the bobbin case wheel is that the thread is looped around the feed dogs once and that causes the thread to get caught around the bobbin wheel. In conclusion, thread the bobbin correctly and read over your instruction book before spending the money to get it fixe in s shop.

Hi,
Open the end where the light is, look for a set screw at the point where the tension assemly enters machine. try tightening that. If that doesnt work, post a reply comment and I will tell you where to go next.

have you tried other thread and a different bobbin?  The tension screw on the bobin case could be too tight.

http://www.devicemanuals.com/guide/Sewing%20Machine/Brother/Brother-XL-3022-Sewing-Machine-Owner%27s-Manual-T0RNeE5qUT.html


or i could photocopy pages from my manual and post them too you if that would help. (can't scan as my scanner doesnt work for some reason).

if not than nevermind.

Make sure that you have your thread going through all the proper thread guides when winding your bobbin. It sounds like the bobbin is getting wound with little or no tension and this can make a horrible mess when trying to sew. Take a look at your bobbins and make sure they look nice and tight. If they are too loose and you feel like you are following the thread path properly, just use your finger to tug on the thread a bit during the bobbin winding process to apply some tension and that should help.

It sounds like your tensions are out of adjustment. Your upper tension should be between 3-5 and make sure the tension in your bobbin case is not too tight as well. Pull the thread through the bobbin case and make sure it comes out with a small amount of resistance. If no resistance, tighten the tension just a bit, if too much resistance, loosen it just a small bit at a time.

If I remember correctly this machine has a little arm in the bobbin case area. You will need to open the slide plate, move that arm towards the middle of the bobbin. Thread your machine as normal, take the thread going through the needle eye and wrap it around the thumb screw a couple times, then start "sewing" your bobbin should begin filling, once started, you can release the thread wrapped around the thumbscrew. Once filled, you simply close the slide plate and that moves the arm back into place and start sewing.

The WEDGE POINT NEEDLE, which is designed for leather and vinyl, easily pierces these fabrics to make a hole that will close back upon itself. This eliminates unattractive holes in the garment, and also reduces the risk of the stitches tearing the fabric. The wedge point needle comes in sizes 11 to 18. The size 11 needle is designed for soft pliable leathers,while size 18 is designed for heavy or multiple layers of leather or vinyl.

I know your question is old, but I just found it, as well as this great site for help with brother machines.

Check out this site. There is pictures of each machine there. All the Q&A answers in simple language, as well as a GREAT cust. support. (its a Brother after all!)
I found download manuals there as well.

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/bsc/public/Model_list.aspx?reg=us&c=us&lang=en&titleid=36

I hope this helps!
Happy sewing!

Vérifiez cet emplacement. Il y a des images de chaque machine là. Tout le Q& ; Réponses dans la langue simple, aussi bien qu'un GRAND cust. appui. (son un frère après tous !) J'ai trouvé des manuels de téléchargement là aussi bien.

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/bsc/public/Model_list.aspx?reg=us&c=us&lang=en&titleid=36

J'espère que ceci aide ! Couture heureuse !

Check out this site. There is pictures of each machine there. All the Q&A answers in simple language, as well as a GREAT cust. support. (its a Brother after all!)
I found download manuals there as well.

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/bsc/public/Model_list.aspx?reg=us&c=us&lang=en&titleid=36

I hope this helps!
Happy sewing!

Beckster, it may simply be that the walking foot needs to be tweeked a bit, perhaps screwed in further, or less.
If that doesn't help ...


Check out this site. All the Q&A answers in simple language, as well as a GREAT cust. support staff. (its a Brother after all!)


http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us_ot/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_ls1217eus.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus

Check out this site. All the Q&A answers in simple language, as well as a GREAT cust. support staff. (its a Brother after all!)


http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us_ot/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_ls1217eus.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus

I think you might be using the wrong size needle, or thread for the material you are sewing... but the site might have a few more options.
Good luck and Happy sewing!

this is the support site for your Brother LS-1217 machine
I found it very helpful, Manuals to download, FAQ and recent troubleshooting questions answered. (It also has bobbin loading instructions)

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us_ot/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_ls1217eus.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus

GOOD LUCK! AND HAPPY SEWING
(a sewing machine is a terriable thing to waste)

Here is the cust. support for that machine from the manf.
I was quite impressed at how helpful it is.

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us_ot/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_ls1217eus.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus

I hope this helps you as well!

here is the brother site and downloadable manual is available for the LS-1217

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us_ot/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_ls1217eus.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus

I hope this helped!

The burr is NOT good for sure, most parts on a machine can be replaced.

Troubleshooting and tech support for your machine from the manf.
http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/bsc/public/us/us_ot/en/faq/faq_top.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus



In case you need the manual
http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us_ot/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_ls1217eus.html?reg=us&c=us_ot&lang=en&prod=hf_ls1217eus