bobbin question???

[Stitch This Embroidery]

I removed my bobbin case to replace the bobbin thread. The black "basket" type that holds the bobbin and bobbin case in place has rotated where it will not let me reinstall my bobbon case with the bobbin in it. I can take my finger and move it around clockwise and then back counter clockwise. Is it suppose to do that? Now I am breaking several needles. I know I have looked at this piece/part a million times but couldn't tell you what it is suppose/not suppose to do. Could this be why my needles are breaking. This is kind of hard to describe.

Thanks for any assistance.

Chrissy

[Juli in Kona]

The little finger that hold the black basket in place is loose - it seems like. Loosen the two screws on the finger (on the left side), rotate the black basket so that the notch is at the top and fit the finger in the notch. Now, in the bag of tools you got with your machine, there is a little piece of metal that kind of looks like a flag. The "pole" is the gapper. Stick that down behind the finger and push the finger against it while you tighten the screws. Take the gapper out. Now it should work. And yes, with the finger not holding the basket in place, you will break needles.

Juli in Kona

[HERB]

Julie has most likely hit this right on the button. The only thing I would add---

If you have been breaking needles due to the "retaining finger" being out of position, you need to inspect the hook. Needle impacts will create issues.

Note To All: Have a spare hook in your inventory and know how to install it. They are not expensive compared to having Rod/Sharon come to your rescue.