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Needle is burred, bent, dull, or
installed incorrectly
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Needle not suited for the thread
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Hesitating too long at one point in
the pattern
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Improper needle/hook relationship •
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Damage or burr at the needle hole
in the needle plate or any other
place along the thread path
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Wrong type of needle
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Other possible causes:
No Visible Display
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Cable unplugged
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Change the needle at least once per quilt. Make sure the needle is
installed to the top of the sight hole inside the needle bar.
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Replace the needle with one better suited for the thread. Use the
proper size needle.
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Move more quickly so stitches don't overlap or build up. When
starting the machine, begin moving immediately. Sewing in one place
too long will cause the thread to break.
Timing of the machine is improper. Consult a your authorized Baby
Lock retailer.
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If the thread is shredding at the needle plate, check for burrs or
jagged edges. Gently rub with metal cloth to remove the sharp edge.
Consult your authorized Baby Lock retailer to polish any hard to reach
or delicate areas, or if the burr is inside the hole.
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Use needles recommended by Baby Lock. Using the wrong needle
with a smaller shank diameter causes many problems. For example
a system 1738 or 287WH needle with a shank diameter of 1.64mm
will fit loosely inside the needle clamp at an angle. This may cause
skipped stitches because the needle is positioned too far away from
the hook point. It can also cause the needle to hit the hook, breaking
the needle.
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The needle is too close to the hook, which causes friction and a
possible collision of the hook point and the needle.
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Needle plate damage.
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Hook damage.
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Broken needle inside needle bar clamp, preventing insertion of the
needle to the top of the needle clamp.
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Damaged needle bar clamp.
Corrective Measure
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Check the communication cable that connects the display to the
machine and make sure the connection is secure.
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