Thread Break-like problem

[Linus]

I have an XT with 120M stitches on it. I just completed the regular maintenance on it and now it stitches fine; however, when it picks up the needle during stitching (between letters is the worst), the thread doesn't really break, but its like the thread is being pulled through the needle. Also, it seems as though when you start to stitch (plunge, plunge, then stitch) it seems as though there is something binding or pulling the material up like the bobbin thread is catching underneath and pulling the garment up. I've tried new needles, checked the bobbin, recleaned the bobbin assy and oiled the thread cutter and still the same problem. It almost seems like a timing problem between the thread cutter and the needle. Is this possible?

Thanks in advance.

Linus

[Hugo Torbidoni]

Linus,
It sounds like yiour retaining finger is set to close to the hook basket not allowing the thread to pass around the front of the hook freely.

Hugo Torbidoni
Melco Tech
301-471-3157

[Linus]

Hugo,
That did the trick...you're awesome and thank you very much. Thanks also for the fast response.

Linus

[Hugo Torbidoni]

Linus

No problem.

It seems as though this is a common problem occuring immediatley after maintenance is performed on the XT.

Do you recall which stitch timer you were performing?

It may help others in identifing what procedure can cause this to happen.

Hugo Torbidoni
Melco Tech
301-471-3157