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There has been a lot on thread breaks on XT and we have that problem also. I would like to know, does anyone know if other brands have this problem? We have 4 XTs and would like to buy another, but the thread issue makes us want to look at other brands. Thanks for any info, Bill
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Hi Bill. I pulled my hair out UNTIL
I learned that stabilizer/backing is NOT optional;
That the needle eye MUST FACE exactly forward, or EVER SO SLIGHTLY to the right (like about 1 minute after 12:00);
Learning to trust the auto acti-feed instead of insisting on the manual setting;
Learning to get that fabric thumping tight;
AND switching to a good quality poly thread.
I have had the best luck with Robison Anton thread, Organ titanium needles, NEBs plastic sided bobbins OR Coats and Clarks cardboard-sided bobbins, and a minimum of two-ounce cutaway backing.
Keep the bobbin case clean;
Oil the hook daily before you start;
Make certain you're not in a dry environment that causes static electricity build up; and
Make sure the acti-feed rollers and pinch rollers are lubed and clean and groove-free.
As long as I do all of the above, I have no problems. As soon as the hook starts to get the tiniest bit dry -- snap, pop, thread break! -
I do embroidery part time and learned that if the machine sits for two weeks it needs to be turned on just for an oiling.Comment
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