Problem
Cause
The machine
1. The machine must be lubricated.
is noisy
2. Lint or oil have collected on the hook or
needle bar.
3. Poor quality oil has been used.
4. The needle is damaged.
The machine
Thread is caught in the hook.
jams
Correction
1. Lubricate as described.
2. Clean the hook and feed dog as
described.
3. Only use good quality sewing machine
oil.
4. Replace the needle.
Remove the upper thread and bobbin
case, turn the handwheel backwards and
forwards by hand and remove the thread.
Lubricate as described.
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