Troubleshooting - Brother 888-X64 Operation Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
II the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can
solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and
troubleshooting tips. Visit us at " http:/f<upoort brother corn• . If the problem persists, contact your Brother dealer or
the nearest authorized Brother Service Center.
Symptom
Possible cause How to put it right Page
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The main power switch is turned off. Turn on the main power switch. 8
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The bobbin-winder shaft is pushed to the Move the bobbin-winder shaft to the
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machine right. left.
not worlc.
You have not used the foot controller
Use the foot controller properly.
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properly.
Fabric
bein~
sewnwitht e
lift up the fabric and cut the threads
machine Thread is tangled below the needle plate . 40
cannot be
below it, and clean the race.
removed.
The needle is incorrectly installed . Correctly install the needle.
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The needle clamp screw is loose.
Use the screwdriver to firmly tighten
the screw.
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The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. 8
The upJv'.r thread was not threaded
correct y.
Correct the upper threading.
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You have not used the right combination of Choose a thread and needle that a re
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fabric, thread and needle.
appropriate for the type of fabric.
The presser foot you are using is not Attach the presser foot that is correct
appropriate for the type of stitch that you for the type of stitch that you want to
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The needle
want to sew. sew.
breaks.
The upper thread tension is too tight. loosen the upper thread tension.
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You are pull ing the fabric too much.
Lightly guide the fabric.
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You have not fitted the spool properly. Fit the spool properly.
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The area around the hole in the needle
Replace the needle plate.
plate or the presser foot is scratched.
Contact your retailer or the nearest
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authorized Brother Service Center.
Replace the bobbin case.
The bobbin case is scratched. Contact your retailer or the nearest
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authorized Brother Service Center.
You have not used a bobbin that has been Use a bobbin that has been designed
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designed for this mach ine. for this machine.
You have not threaded the
u~per
thread
properly. (For example, you ave not fitted
Correct the upper threading.
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the spool properly, or the thread has come
The ugper
out of the guide above the needle.)
threa
There a re knots or tangles in the thread. Remove any knots or tangles.
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breaks.
The needle is not appropriate for the thread
you are using.
Choose a needle that is appropriate for
the type of stitch.
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The upper thread tension is too tight. loosen the upper thread tension.
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