I have a janome 2049LX. Why doesn't my double needle pick up the bobben thread?

Difficult to say. The manual doesn't seem to mention using a double needle. However, frequently, the the bobbin loads from the top or the front, there is a possibility a double needle will work.

Be sure you are using the correct needle and thread for your project. Use a ball-point for knitted fabric. Also, be sure to thread one top thread all the way through the needle and then thread the other thread. Do not thread them at the same time as the threads will twist. If your machine has separators in the thread path for separate threads, be sure to separate the threads. (Most likely your machine does not have separators since there is no mention of using double needles.) ALWAYS THREAD with the presser foot raised.

Janome 525S Instruction Book Changing Needles Needle And Thread Chart

Doublecheck that your needle in your Bobben are threaded correctly. If they are check to make sure that your needle has been put in correctly, if it is backwards it will not work.

you thread it the same as for a single needle
only you add one more spool of thread & thread thru the same
thread guides as the first needle & then thread the second needle
with the thread from the second spool,
also you have to have a spool holder for the second spool

if the needle threader is not working, try rethreading the machine & if that
doesn't help then take the machine back to the place you bought it & see what they will do about it

try changing the needle--flat side does to the back of the machine
also make sure the needle & thread are the correct ones for the project your sewing

try cleaning under the needle plate & in bobbin area for loose threads or lint
try using a new needle--make sure the needle is inserted correctly in the needle holder
try rethreading the machine top & bobbin
if you try all these suggestions & the machine still won't pick up the bobbin thread then it's possible that the machine is out of time & would have to be retimed at a sewing machine shop

Hello,

You can take the slide plate off, that your needle goes through and watch to see if the arm grabs the bobbin thread, if you can get it to pick up, than slide scissors or something flat under your needle and manually pull both threads through, replace the plate.

Your bobbin thread could be wound to tight or spliced threads on it, and your tension needs to be adjusted. If your using a pedal, try setting to a slower speed.

I would try a different bobbin and thread it manually as in the step I mentioned, if you can't see the arm grabbing it, you will need to check to see if you have loose threading jammed in youir machine, if this isn't the case and adjusting the tension dosen't help...than you will need to replace the bobbin casing.

Kind regards!

sometime the needle & thread are not compatable--try this & see if it work for you
Cut 6-8 inch piece of thread of the spool you are going to use for your project
Take the needle you are going to use for the project
& insert the thread thru the eye of the needle
& lift one end of the thread to a 45 degree angle
& if the needle is the right size for the thread it will slide down the thread
But if the needle hangs on the thread you need one size larger needle for the thread

It sounds like the timing is off and needs an authorized repairman.

Your question suggests that you want to have the bottom thread ready to sew, and that you DO know how to thread the needle................so.............

Thread the needle...........pull an excess of about 75mm (3") to the rear of the machine and keep hold of it,...........manually turn the handwheel towards you - anti-clockwise - one revolution (finish on the needle up position)....clear the 2 threads from under the foot and you are done.

Of course this will only pick up the bobbin thread if the machine is correctly timed, if not, then you will need to look at re-timing the needle to the hook.........see how you get on with this first.

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