The needle broke off and then the top thread won't pick up the bobbin thread. It worked before I broke the needle off and replaced the needle. I was sewing, decorative zigzag stitch, on a pair of jeans. The needle snapped in to. You know when you start to sew and need to pull the bobbin thread up to put it behind the shank.
First thing to do is make sure a brand new needle is installed and that it faces the correct direction in the machine. Once that is confirmed and it still does not pick up the bobbin thread, then the machine is probably out of time (the needle and bobbin are not meeting at the right time to interconnect). Search for sewing machine timing or take it for service.
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I recently fixed my wife maching with the same problem. I found that the screw had come loose that holds the linkage together that rotates the bobbin holder. I was fortunate enough to notice the screw while looking at the machine. To replace it requires taking both the front and back covers off of the frame since the bobbin holder linkage is in the rear behind the needle area. Be careful to insure that the plastic toothed "rail" that runs the bobbin holder is positioned properly or it may break off a tooth. Once I replaced the screw and put the machine back together, it picked up the thread with no problem. Hope this helps.
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Hi,
Check with allbrands.com - they have LOTS of resources and if you can't find it - you can call and they have lots of great ideas.
Also - ebay has a seller who owns and LOVES sewing machines. He is located in California - so he has a wealth of population base to help you search.
His SELLER NAME on ebay is craigthecat - just do a search and you will find him.
EBAY also has many "for parts" machines - I sure "stick and brick" sellers also have lots of old machines they just sell out the parts.
Glad it was just the thread - happy sewing
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go back and check to see if the needle is inserted properly. I have had this problem on other machines and have found that this is a cure for some. i just got in a hurry and put it in wrong(most times the flat side of the needle goes towards the back).
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Have you got the stitch width selector on zero ? If not, it may be wanting to sew a small zig zag........if that is OK, ....
Make up some samples of the problems, call the dealer and arrange to take it back to show them the results and either have it adjusted, or show you what needs to be set where to achieve the results you need...........it is under warantee, and you should expect it to function correctly.
I would not advise you fiddle with anything other than tensions and stitch selector on such a new machine.
Ask if you can have a 15min familiarisation lesson on the machine........we actually offer 3 x 30min free lessons on the use of a new machine so our customers can get the maximum benefit from their purchase.
It has proven to be a good business decision, as we get fewer frustrated phone calls and folks actually go and use the machines properly from day one.
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I think you might have better luck if you use 40 or 50 weight thread.
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I have a Brother XL-3022 with the same problem. I was sewing, the machine jammed going thru 3 layers of microsuede cloth (not that heavy). The needle bent, so I got everything loosened, replaced the needle, rethreaded everything. Now the machine won't pick up the bobbin thread. It's got a new needle. The top thread is perfectly threaded. I've taken the bobbin mechanism apart a dozen times. Still can't get it to pick up the bobbin thread. There doesn't appear to be anything broken off, or bent or out of place. All parts go back together fine. It just does't work.
Bought this machine sometime ago and I've just gotten it back out to work on quilting for my first time. I've got the machine threaded to diagrams and the bobbin as well, but the top thread will not pick up the bobbin thread to make that all important loop. Please HELP!!! Tried everything I can think of???????????
Julie : )
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