Keeping Your Sewing Machine in Top Shape: Signs You Need Repairs

A properly maintained machine works fast and efficiently, and it lasts for years. Hence, you will enjoy the quilting experience and produce superior finished products. A machine that is in perfect working condition is essential whether you start sewing as a hobby or for a big upcoming project. It will also save you the frustrations of delays and damage to your products. A faulty machine can cause injury and preventable losses. Here are things to look out for indicating the need for repair.

Bizarre Noises

When a sewing machine is producing odd noises or a grinding sound, it means that some components may be broken or there is a need for oiling. When these parts continue to rub against each other, they might wear out completely, calling for replacement, which is expensive. Therefore, call in a professional immediately to check your machine and fix it.

Uneven or Skipped Stitching

Skipped stitches could result from a threading issue that can be solved by rethreading your machine or swapping the needle in use. Your sewing technique could also be a problem; if you firmly push or hold the cloth through the feed dogs. If the issue persists, you might be having tension problems. Call an expert to handle the tension adjustment.

Damaged Needles

Needles get damaged, especially if you are using the wrong size for a given fabric. Breakage is also common if you use the wrong presser. When you change the foot or needle and still have crooked or broken needles, there could be a problem with the feed dogs or other operational mechanisms. Call in a technician to restore your sewing machine.

Blocked Feed Dogs

The feed dogs are essential as they facilitate the movement of the material below the presser foot as well as at the machine's backside during sewing. Over time, fabric fluff and lint can amass on the feed dogs, causing a blockage.  As a result, you might notice that your fabric fails to feed easily through the machine. That could also be a sign that the presser foot needs adjustment.

Follow the manufacturer's instructions on cleaning the bobbin case. You could also contact a sewing machine repair shop to fine-tune the inward mechanisms of the machine.

When you notice any of the above signs, contact a local sewing machine repair professional. Timely repairs will prevent downtimes and ensure the efficiency of your machine. You will also save on expensive replacement costs.


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