How do I fix the tension on my Overlocker?
Start sewing, and slowly turn the tension dial for one of the threads to a lower number. As you sew, examine the stitches to see the change in tension. The thread that has been adjusted will be slack or loose. Return the tension dial to the original setting.
Why is my serger bunching up?
If the upper looper thread loops are visible on the wrong side, they’re either too loose or the lower looper thread is pulling them too tight. So you can either turn the lower looper tension dial down or turn the upper looper tension dial up.
Why is the back of my stitching loose?
A: Looping on the underside, or back of the fabric, means the top tension is too loose compared to the bobbin tension, so the bobbin thread is pulling too much top thread underneath. By tightening the top tension, the loops will stop, but the added tension may cause breakage, especially with sensitive threads.
Why does my Overlocker skip stitches?
Machine skips stitches . Insert a new needle – it may be bent or blunt and Insert needle correctly. Wrong needle size – Change needle to correct size for fabric thickness. Check threading – Rethread with care.
Why does my Overlocker keep coming unthreaded?
The needle plate is damaged – or the bobbin case is damaged. Either one or both can cause you some problems by breaking the thread. Don’t forget to double-check your spool caps as well. If you are using the wrong one, that can cause your thread to break.
Why is my Overlocker not working?
When you overlocker is not stitching right, it could be that the blades need changing. If this threading is wrong, then your overlocker will not form a chain or even a stitch. After that, check your tension settings when you start threading the machine. If they are not already set to 0 do so before threading.
Why won’t my serger make a chain?
When your serger is not making a chain, it is possible to confuse the needles and put them in the wrong place. Or you put one or two needles in backwards and they won’t sew at all. Finally, if you have threaded the machine wrong, then your serger will not sew.
Why does my lower looper keep coming unthreaded?
Lower Looper Thread Keeps Breaking When it comes to this little problem, you should check to see if you threaded the lower looper before threading the needles. The solution to this problem is just to replace those old and bent needles with new ones. Also, your looper may be out of time and you should get it looked at.
How do you check tension in an overlocker?
In order to see what each thread does, thread up in the colours that match your own overlocker tension controls. Then you can see what ‘role’ each of the threads has. If you’re having tension problems and are finding it difficult to correct the problem, then thread up on the respective colours.
When to adjust tension on an overlocker stitch?
When the overlocker stitch has poor tension, only one thread may need adjustment. Adjust too tight threads first as they may cause the other threads to seem loose even when they are not. Learning to adjust the correct thread or threads takes practice. Overlockers have the tensions preset at the factory for basic seaming.
When to adjust thread tension on an overlocker singer?
When the overlocker stitch has poor tension, only one thread may need adjustment. Adjust too tight threads first as they may cause the other threads to seem loose even when they are not. Learning to adjust the correct thread or threads takes practice.
What kind of thread to use on overlocker tension?
Always use good quality overlocker thread, and use the same brand on all four tensions. Don’t mix and match brands. Try to avoid using black thread on your overlocker as it can cause a build up of static. If you must use black, keep it for the needles and thread the upper and lower loopers with dark grey or navy instead.