Trouble Shooting - Pfaff Automatic 362 Instruction Book

Trouble Shooting
1. Machine Skips Stitches
Cause:
Remedy:
Needle incorrectly inserted. Push needle up as far as it will go and be sure that the long groove
faces toward you, and flat side of shank away from you.
Wrong needle.
The correct needle system is stamped on bed side, (For ordinary sewing,
use System 130R needles.)
Needle bent.
Insert new needle.
Machine threaded improperly. Check and correct threading as instructed on pages 16 and 17.
Needle too fine or too thick for the thread. Use correct needle and thread.
2. Needle Thread Breaks
Cause: Remedy:
The above mentioned may cause thread breakage.
See remedies listed under 1. above.
Thread tension too tight. Adjust tensions as instructed.
Poor, knotty or rotten thread used. Use good quality threads only.
Hook raceway is jammed with thread or needs Clean and oil hook raceway.
oiling.
Burrs or sharp edges on needle plate solt.
Polish needle plate slot with fine emery cloth.
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