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Skipped
Stitches ① Bent needle
②
Inadequate needle size for
thread
③
Incorrect installation of
needle
④
Poor timing of needle and
hook
⑤
Large gap between needle
groove and hook point
⑥
Incorrect lower dead stop
⑦ Damaged hook point
⑧ Thread feeding is interfered
⑨
Inadequate thread
(twist, elasticity, and
flexibility)
⑩ Excessive tension or stroke
on the take-up lever spring
⑪ Fabric moves with needle -
weak or damaged presser
foot (spring)
■ Change needle
■
Change needle to
appropriate size
■
Adjust installation
■
Adjust needle-hook timing
■
Adjust the gap
■
Adjust the lower dead stop
■ Use whetstone to adjust
hook point or change hook
■ Adjust thread tension
For lower thread, change
bobbin or bobbin case
■
Select right thread for
embroidery
■ Adjust stroke or tension of
the spring
■ Change presser foot spring
Inspection & Repair Cause Error Type Reference