SINGER W714 - Manual (Page 33)

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Trouble Probable Cause Correction
Upper Thread
Breaking
Improperly threaded
Refer to threading instructions, see page No. 8 ,
and rethread machine.
Too much tension
Loosen tension on upper thread by turning
thread tension knob to lower number.
Starting with take up
in incorrect position Always start sewing with take-up lever in
highest position.
Improper setting ot
needle
Refer to needle setting instruction, see page No. 6 .
Bent or eye of needle
too sharp
Try a new needle.
Bent or blunt needle
Discard all blunt or bent needles and replace
with new.
Material
Puckering
Tensions too tight See tension adjustment, page No. 10.
Dull needle Change needle.
Stitch length too long Reduce stitch length.