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My machine has started bunching up tons of thread from the bobbin while sewing a straight seam. I have tried several different bobbins, same result. Not sure how to adjust bobbin tension on this machine. HELP!
I've tried adjusting the bobbin tension, and it didn't help. I have re-threaded the upper thread and changed the thread tension. no luck. :( I've tried adjusting the bobbin tension, and it didn't help. I have re-threaded the upper thread and changed the thread tension. no luck. :(
AnonymousMar 12, 2014
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AnonymousMar 15, 2014
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AnonymousMar 22, 2014
machine is not sewing the stitch properly, and the thread is bunching and not moving straightmachine is not sewing the stitch properly, and the thread is bunching and not moving straight
AnonymousMar 23, 2014
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AnonymousMar 24, 2014
My machine sews fine for a little while then the bottom thread starts to look loopy. I've tried adjusting the tension but that doesn't help. HelpMy machine sews fine for a little while then the bottom thread starts to look loopy. I've tried adjusting the tension but that doesn't help. Help
AnonymousMar 29, 2014
I am using light cotton fabric, cut into a 4 inch by 43-46 inch strip, I iron on heavy pellon 1 inch wide strip down the center and add a 1 inch wide strip of felt like batting about 1/16th inch thick, I then fold each edge in half and fold over the pellon and batting and then I try to sew several (5) lines on the purse strap for stability. This has been done on past straps successfully so I am having a hard time understanding how to fix this problem. I have tried to set the feed dog but this model has up or darning nothing for different thicknesses of fabric. Somemone, please help if you can. Thanks, FrankieI am using light cotton fabric, cut into a 4 inch by 43-46 inch strip, I iron on heavy pellon 1 inch wide strip down the center and add a 1 inch wide strip of felt like batting about 1/16th inch thick, I then fold each edge in half and fold over the pellon and batting and then I try to sew several (5) lines on the purse strap for stability. This has been done on past straps successfully so I am having a hard time understanding how to fix this problem. I have tried to set the feed dog but this model has up or darning nothing for different thicknesses of fabric. Somemone, please help if you can. Thanks, Frankie
Pull on your upper thread with your hand when the pressure foot is down. There should be some resistance. The tension on the upper thread is too low. Check the thread to ensure it is between the tension washers. The best tension adjustment to start at is four. The other thing to check is that you have your stitch distance above zero.Pull on your upper thread with your hand when the pressure foot is down. There should be some resistance. The tension on the upper thread is too low. Check the thread to ensure it is between the tension washers. The best tension adjustment to start at is four. The other thing to check is that you have your stitch distance above zero.
1. Make sure the bobbin case is in place properly. It has to be loose enough to allow the top thread to be pulled on top and around the carrier.1. Make sure the bobbin case is in place properly. It has to be loose enough to allow the top thread to be pulled on top and around the carrier.
1. Thread the top thread and allow two inches of thread to hang from the bobbin. 2. Turn the hand wheel and watch the thread from the needle when it is under the plate. 3. If the needle thread doesn't flow across the top of the bobbin case without sticking. 3. If it is sticking-loosen the bobbin case holders to allow the thread to flow. 4. Make sure you have the bobbin case at about an equal risistance as the top tension when set to four.(This is approximate) 5. A good rule of thumb when threading the top is do it with the foot up. Give little tugs along the way. If there are snags they have to be fixed. 6. Once threaded without snags and flowing smoothly put the foot down. Pull to see if it is excess or too little. Adjust as needed.1. Thread the top thread and allow two inches of thread to hang from the bobbin. 2. Turn the hand wheel and watch the thread from the needle when it is under the plate. 3. If the needle thread doesn't flow across the top of the bobbin case without sticking. 3. If it is sticking-loosen the bobbin case holders to allow the thread to flow. 4. Make sure you have the bobbin case at about an equal risistance as the top tension when set to four.(This is approximate) 5. A good rule of thumb when threading the top is do it with the foot up. Give little tugs along the way. If there are snags they have to be fixed. 6. Once threaded without snags and flowing smoothly put the foot down. Pull to see if it is excess or too little. Adjust as needed.
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Hmmm, could be several things.
Try a brand new needle. Try a different brand of thread.
Remove the top thread from the machine. RAISE the presser foot and rethread from the beginning. Verify the thread path is correct.
If it still will not pick up the bobbin thread, the machine could be out of time.
hi Sue. Why does my bobbin thread keep bunching up?
Check Your Tension Settings. Looping underneath the fabric usually occurs when there is not enough tension in the needle thread to pull the bobbin thread. Sometimes thread bunching can be caused by something as simple as the tension dial being inadvertently turned. Sewing Machine Thread Bunching Up Here Why .
if you go to this link a little pop up will come up just close this down.
or try this one.
If the thread is bunching or tangling when winding a bobbin, check that you have properly threaded the winder. Especially make sure you are running the thread through the bobbin tension assembly.
Look at your seam. If you have a bunch of balled up thread underneath the seam, part of the problem is operator error. Always always grasp the thread end while beginning the seam. I suspect that the thread gut bunched up under the material and caught up in the bobbin/shuttle area.
Remove the fabric, unplug the machine... get into the bobbin area, remove the bobbin, and if necessary clean threads caught up in the bobbin race/shuttle. reassemble and replace the bobbin... turn on the machine. Try again.
try changing the needle make sure the bobbin is turned the correct way in the bobbin case make sure the thread has not come off the thread take up lever clean under the needle plate and in the bobbin area for lint
try changing the needle--use a needle according to the fabric being sewed if thin fabric is being sewed try using a stablizer rethread the machine top and bobbin--use every thread guide make sure the bobbin is inserted correctly and turned correctly in the bobbin case also try adjusting the top thread tension just a little
Usually problems like this are caused by improper bobbin winding and installation, incorrect tension, the wrong needle for project, or simply not grasping the threads and gently pulling them backwards when you start a seam.
1. Make sure you are threading the machine correctly. 2. Check your tension. 3. Check the bobbin, make sure it's wound properly and that you don't have the bobbin in upside down. 4. Check for bits of fluff and thread in the bobbin race area. 5. Change your needle, they wear out, get bent, dull... etc. You should have several different types on hand at all times. 6. Grasp both the threads gently and pull slightly backwards when you begin a seam. this will assure that your bobbin thread doesn't get all bunched up under the fabric. 7. Always test tension, needles etc., on a scrap piece of fabric before you begin sewing your project.
* Re-thread your machine It may be threaded incorrectly.
* Raise your feed dogs If your machine has this feature.
* When you start to sew a seam, hold the upper and bobbin thread tails back and out of the way as you sew your first couple of stitches. This will keep them from getting caught in your machine.
I've tried adjusting the bobbin tension, and it didn't help. I have re-threaded the upper thread and changed the thread tension. no luck. :(
how to change bobbin and thread machine
bobbin thread is bunching up
machine is not sewing the stitch properly, and the thread is bunching and not moving straight
Tendon adjustment
My machine sews fine for a little while then the bottom thread starts to look loopy. I've tried adjusting the tension but that doesn't help. Help
I am using light cotton fabric, cut into a 4 inch by 43-46 inch strip, I iron on heavy pellon 1 inch wide strip down the center and add a 1 inch wide strip of felt like batting about 1/16th inch thick, I then fold each edge in half and fold over the pellon and batting and then I try to sew several (5) lines on the purse strap for stability. This has been done on past straps successfully so I am having a hard time understanding how to fix this problem. I have tried to set the feed dog but this model has up or darning nothing for different thicknesses of fabric. Somemone, please help if you can. Thanks, Frankie
make sure there are no threads wound around underneath
Pull on your upper thread with your hand when the pressure foot is down. There should be some resistance. The tension on the upper thread is too low. Check the thread to ensure it is between the tension washers. The best tension adjustment to start at is four. The other thing to check is that you have your stitch distance above zero.
1. Make sure the bobbin case is in place properly. It has to be loose enough to allow the top thread to be pulled on top and around the carrier.
1. Thread the top thread and allow two inches of thread to hang from the bobbin. 2. Turn the hand wheel and watch the thread from the needle when it is under the plate. 3. If the needle thread doesn't flow across the top of the bobbin case without sticking. 3. If it is sticking-loosen the bobbin case holders to allow the thread to flow. 4. Make sure you have the bobbin case at about an equal risistance as the top tension when set to four.(This is approximate) 5. A good rule of thumb when threading the top is do it with the foot up. Give little tugs along the way. If there are snags they have to be fixed. 6. Once threaded without snags and flowing smoothly put the foot down. Pull to see if it is excess or too little. Adjust as needed.
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