[amayausers.com] Re: Thread Breaks On All Needles
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Ben,
Needles are to embroidery like tires are to race cars. Change them every so
many laps. Even if the needle is not bent, it's possible for the tip or point
of the needle to be compromised or "flattened" head on or even on a strange
angle. You won't see this with the naked eye but it is visible with a very
strong magnifying glass. If one is not available, you could feel for a worn
point by removing the needle from the machine, grasp it in one hand and slide
the needle backwards against your the skin on your other hand's finger. Rotate
the needle slightly while doing this to feel all around the needle.
If this is not super smooth or you feel a scratchy side, then your point is
damaged.
Of course, for all the time spent investigating this one needle, this is only
for your own satisfaction as you probably could have replaced this needle with
a new one in half the time and moved on. Some folks on the list claim they can
"feel" the points of the needles while they are actually on the machine. To
that I say,.. "Please". Just change your needles on a regular basis and all
will be good. Also understand that one needle has the possibility of lasting
for years depending on how you are sewing and what you are sewing on OR you can
make one stitch and damage a needle instantly.
In short, keep up with your needles' condition.
As for the red pinch rollers, it has been said that you can remove the red
pinch rollers and inspect them and scrub them with warm soapy water, let them
dry and then lubricate and replace. Personally, I say for under $10 you can
replace all 16 with brand new pinch rollers, lubricate them and you are on your
way sewing again. Depending on what and how you are sewing, you might consider
doing this every 6 - 12 months. You might also only sew on 6 of your needles
all the time so you may only consider updating just these 6 rollers. Every
shop will be different.
Ed
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