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■Bobbin tension is too tight
Loops appear on the wrong side of the fabric.
Solution
Increase the tension by 
turning the upper tension-
control dial to a higher 
number.
Note
●If the loops still appear on the wrong side of 
the fabric after you adjust the upper tension, 
the bobbin thread may be too tight. In this 
case, turn the screw counterclockwise being 
careful not to over-loosen the screw, 
approximately 30-45 degrees to decrease 
bobbin tension. After you adjust the bobbin 
thread, adjust the upper thread to match the 
bobbin thread.
a Screw
1
2 3 45
aWrong side
b Surface
c Upper thread
d Lower thread
e Loops appear on 
wrong side of 
fabric
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If 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://solutions.brother.com].
If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center.
SymptomPossible causeHow to put it rightReference
The sewing 
machine does 
not work.The machine is not plugged in. Plug the machine in. page 10
The main power switch is turned off. Turn on the main power switch. page 10
The bobbin winder shaft is pushed to 
the right.Move the bobbin winder shaft to the 
left.page 13
You have not used the foot control-
ler properly.Use the foot controller properly. page 11
The needle 
breaks.You have not inserted the needle 
properly.Insert the needle properly. page 20
The needle clamp screw is loose.Use the screwdriver to firmly tighten 
the screw.page 21
The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 20
You have not used the right combi-
nation of fabric, thread and needle.Choose a thread and needle that are 
appropriate for the type of fabric. page 19
The presser foot you are using is not 
appropriate for the type of stitch that 
you want to sew.Attach the presser foot that is correct 
for the type of stitch that you want to 
sew.page 35, 36, 
38, 40, 41
The upper thread tension is too tight. Loosen the upper thread tension. page 28
You are pulling the fabric too much. Lightly guide the fabric. –
The area around the hole in the nee-
dle plate is scratched.Replace the needle plate.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorized service center.–
The area around the hole in the 
presser foot is scratched.Replace the presser foot.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorized service center.–
The bobbin case is scratched.Replace the bobbin case.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorized service center.–
You have not used a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine.Incorrect bobbins will not work 
properly. Only use a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine.page 12
The upper 
thread breaks.You have not threaded the upper 
thread properly. (for example, you 
have not fitted the spool properly, or 
the thread has come out of the guide 
above the needle.)Correct the upper threading. page 16
There are knots or tangles in the 
thread.Remove any knots or tangles. –
The needle is not appropriate for the 
thread you are using.Choose a needle that is appropriate 
for the type of stitch. page 19
The upper thread tension is too tight. Loosen the upper thread tension. page 28
The thread is tangled, for example, 
in the shuttle race.Remove the tangle thread. If the 
thread is tangled in the shuttle race, 
clean the shuttle race.page 46
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The upper 
thread breaks.The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 20
You have not inserted the needle 
properly.
Insert the needle properly. page 20
The area around the hole in the nee-
dle plate is scratched. Replace the needle plate.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorised service center.
–
The area around the hole in the 
presser foot is scratched. Replace the presser foot.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorised service center.
–
The bobbin case is scratched, or has 
a burr on it. Replace the bobbin case.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorised service center.
–
You have not used a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work
properly. Only use a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine.
page 12
The lower 
thread is tangled 
or breaks. You have not wound the bobbin 
thread properly.
Wind the bobbin thread properly. page 12
The bobbin is scratched or does not 
turn smoothly. Replace the bobbin. –
The thread is tangled. Remove the tangled thread and 
clean the shuttle race.
page 46
You have not used a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work 
properly. Only use a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine.
page 12
Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. page 14
The thread is 
tangled on the 
wrong side of 
the fabric. The upper thread was not threaded 
correctly.
Correct the upper threading. page 16
The thread ten-
sion is incorrect. You have not threaded the upper 
thread properly.
Correct the upper threading. page 16
You have not wound the bobbin 
thread properly. Wind the bobbin thread properly. page 12
You have not used the right 
combination of fabric, thread and 
needle. Choose a thread and needle that are 
appropriate for the type of fabric. 
page 19
You have not attached the presser-
foot holder properly. Attach the presser-foot holder prop-
erly.
page 24
The thread tension is incorrect. Adjust the tension of the upper 
thread.
page 28
You have not used a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work
properly. Only use a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine.
page 12
Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. page 14
The upper 
thread is too 
tight. The bobbin thread is incorrectly 
installed.
Correctly install the bobbin thread. page 14
SymptomPossible causeHow to put it rightReference
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The fabric is 
wrinkled.You have not threaded the upper 
thread properly or fitted the bobbin 
properly.Thread the upper thread and wind 
the bobbin thread properly.page 14, 16
You have not fitted the spool prop-
erly.Fit the spool properly. –
You have not used the right 
combination of fabric, thread and 
needle.Choose a thread and needle that are 
appropriate for the type of fabric.page 19
The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 20
If you are sewing thin fabric, the 
stitch is too thick.Sew with stabiliser material under 
the fabric.page 31
The thread tension is incorrect.Adjust the tension of the upper 
thread.page 28
Stitches are 
skipped.You have not threaded the upper 
thread properly.Correct the upper threading. page 16
You have not used the right combi-
nation of fabric, thread and needle.Choose a thread and needle that are 
appropriate for the type of fabric.page 19
The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle.
page 20
You have not inserted the needle 
properly.Insert the needle properly.
Dust has accumulated under the 
needle plate or in the shuttle race.Remove the needle plate cover and 
clean the plate and the shuttle race.page 46, 47
There is a high-
pitched noise 
while sewing.Dust has built up in the feed dogs or 
in the shuttle race.Clean the shuttle race. page 46
You have not threaded the upper 
thread properly.Correct the upper threading. page 16
The bobbin case is scratched.Replace the bobbin case.
Contact your retailer or the nearest 
authorized service center.–
You have not used bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine.Incorrect bobbins will not work 
properly. Only use a bobbin that has 
been designed for this machine. page 12
Insufficient oiling.Make sure to oil the machine once a 
week if you use it more than an hour 
a day. If you use it more often, oil 
every day.page 45
The stitch is not 
sewn correctly.The presser foot that you are using is 
not correct for the type of stitch.Attach the presser foot that is correct 
for the type of stitch that you want to 
sew.page 33, 36, 
38, 40, 41
The thread tension is incorrect.Adjust the tension of the upper 
thread.page 28
The thread is tangled, for example, 
in the shuttle race.Remove the tangle thread. If the 
thread is tangled in the shuttle race, 
clean the shuttle race.page 46
The fabric does 
not feed.You have not used the right combi-
nation of fabric, thread and needle.Choose a thread and needle that are 
appropriate for the type of fabric.page 19
The thread is tangled, for example, 
in the shuttle race.Remove the tangle thread. If the 
thread is tangled in the shuttle race, 
clean the shuttle race.page 46
The sewing light 
bulb does not 
come on.The sewing lamp is damaged. Change the sewing light bulb. page 45
SymptomPossible causeHow to put it rightReference
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INDEX
A
accessories ..................................................................... 9
appliqués ...................................................................... 41
B
basic stitching ............................................................... 33
blind hem stitching ....................................................... 33
bobbin .......................................................................... 14
bobbin case .................................................................. 14
bobbin winder .............................................................. 12
button sewing ............................................................... 38
buttonhole foot ............................................................. 36
buttonhole sewing ........................................................ 36
C
cleaning ........................................................................ 46
D
darning ......................................................................... 35
E
embroidering ................................................................ 41
extra spool pin .............................................................. 22
F
feed dogs ................................................................. 8,47
flat bed attachment .................................................. 8,31
foot controller ............................................................... 27
free-arm style ................................................................ 31
G
gathering ...................................................................... 43
H
handwheel ...................................................................... 7
J
joining .......................................................................... 44
M
main parts ....................................................................... 6
main power switch ....................................................... 10
monogramming ............................................................ 41
N
needle .......................................................................... 19
needle bar thread guide .................................................. 8
needle clamp screw ................................................. 8
,21
needle plate ............................................................. 8,47
O
oiling ............................................................................ 45
overcasting stitches ....................................................... 32
P
pattern selection dial ............................................... 6,26
presser foot .............................................................. 8
,23
presser foot holder ................................................... 8,24
presser foot lever ..................................................... 7,16
pre-tension disk ............................................................ 12
R
relative chart of sewing fabrics, needles and threads ..... 19
repacking ...................................................................... 48
reverse sewing lever ..................................................... 28
S
satin stitching ................................................................ 32
seam ripper ................................................................... 37
sewing machine needles ............................................... 19
shell tuck stitching ........................................................ 43
shuttle hook removal .................................................... 47
shuttle race cleaning ..................................................... 47
spool pin ............................................................... 12
,16
straight stitch ................................................................ 33
stretch blind stitch ........................................................ 33
stretch fabrics ............................................................... 31
T
thick fabrics .................................................................. 30
thin fabrics .................................................................... 31
thread cutter ................................................................. 28
thread guide ................................................................. 16
thread tension ............................................................... 28
trial sewing ................................................................... 30
troubleshooting ............................................................. 50
twin needle ............................................................ 21
,22
U
upper tension-control dial ............................... 28,29,48
upper threading ............................................................ 16
W
winding the bobbin ...................................................... 12
Z
zigzag stitches ................................................ 30,32,41
zipper foot .................................................................... 40
zipper insertion ............................................................. 40
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