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Anonymous Posted on Jun 13, 2014

How do I change the bobbin tension?

How do I change the bobbin tension so it is correct and not bunching?

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You can probably check the owner's manual online. I have done that in the past, but my machine is a Singer model. SorryI can't be more help!

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Anonymous

  • Posted on Dec 28, 2007

SOURCE: Singer CE-100 Embroidery thread bunches up underneath fabric

I had this problem and it all came down to using the wrong backing. I kep trying to use tearaway on everything but WRONG. Using the proper backing corrects most problems. Good Luck!

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  • Posted on Oct 26, 2008

SOURCE: Singer 6217C Bobbin Thread bunching

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 30, 2008

SOURCE: Singer Simple bottom thread is loose

hi there
raise pressure foot up thread making sure thread passes between thread guide this should solve problem never alter bobbin tension,
mary h

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  • Posted on Jan 25, 2009

SOURCE: I have a singer futura ce-250/ce-350 machine.

I have been sewing for quite some time on other machines. I assumed I knew all that I needed to do and I have the same problem, bunching undeneathe. I found out my problem was twofold. One when you thread the top part - you should pull the thread back and forth in the top thread guide. (#1 in the manual page 6). The second thing was the curly tail in front. It really needs both of these. I hope this helps you. Made me feel really inexperienced. I actually pulled out the manual.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 10, 2010

SOURCE: Singer 4623 bobbin thread won't catch

Hi! Did you by chance, change your needle? If so, make sure you have the flat side of the needle shaft facing the correct direction. If the needle isn't in all the way or the flat side of the shaft facing the right way, the bobbin thread won't pick up.

Let me know if this helps, ok?

Happy Sewing!

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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.
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:o) Smile... sewing is fun... remember?
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I think you are threading the top of the machine incorrectly. Make sure that what I'm saying is correct, use two color threads to sew with- and you will see that it is in fact the top thread that is bunching.

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Next, adjust the tension on the bobbin case. There is usually a small screw on the case that can be tightened or loosened. I think you may need to adjust it a bit or adjust the top tension knob, just a small bit at a time. It the top does not change the stitch, then go to the bobbin case and adjust the screw to tighten the stitch a little bit more.

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