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Before taking your machine in for service, check the following:
Machine fails to start:
1. Are electrical plugs properly connected?
2. Is the power switch on?
3. Check household circuit breaker or fuse.
4. Is the lock button release lever in the unlocked position?
Thread breaks:
1. Is the machine threaded correctly? Check each thread path carefully.
2. Is the correct needle inserted for the particular stitch? - C-1, C-2, or C-3?
3. Is the needle inserted correctly?
4. Is the needle bent and worn?
5. Are you using good quality thread?
6. Is the thread feeding off the cone/spool freely?
7. Is the needle size correct for the type of fabric being used?
8. Are the needles being used the correct Schmetz ELx705CF system?
Chain or Cover Stitching:
1. Are the tensions too tight on the chain/cover needles or the chain looper?
2. Is the stitch length too short?
3. Did you start the first stitch in the fabric?
Skipped Stitches:
1. Is the needle bent or worn?
2. Is the needle inserted correctly?
3. Is the serger threaded correctly?
4. Is the presser foot pressure right for the fabric?
5. Is the correct needle being used for the particular stitch?
6. Is the correct needle being used for the type of being sewn fabric?
7. Is the fabric being pulled from the rear of the machine while sewing?
Fabric will not feed in machine:
1. Is the machine lock button released?
2. Is the presser foot down?
3. Are the presser foot, and feed dogs free of lint?
4. Is the presser foot pressure right for the fabric?
5. Is the stitch length set properly?
6. Is the needle plate secure on the machine?
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