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[[File:i-thread-test.jpg|right|thumb|Embroidery Machine running the ''I-Test''|Embroidery Machine running the ''I-Test'']]
This '''Embroidery Machine Service Guide''' should contain brief info on very basic [[embroidery machine]] repairs.
This '''Embroidery Machine Service Guide''' should contain brief info on very basic [[embroidery machine]] repairs.


{{notice|Before attempting any service on an embroidery machine, it is recommend to first contact an [[embroidery machine technician]].}}
{{notice|Before attempting any service on an embroidery machine, it is recommend to first contact an [[embroidery machine technician]].}}
{{notice|Generally when an operator has issues with an embroidery machine, the issues are less likely to be a mechanical problem with the machine but more than likely another factor.}}
{{notice|Generally when an operator has issues with an embroidery machine, the issues are less likely to be a mechanical problem with the machine but more than likely another factor.}}
{{notice|small=yes|image=Stop_hand_nuvola_svg.png|Before doing anything to the machine, its recommended to run a ''known good design''' with ''known good thread'' and with only a couple pieces of backing and good scrap material
{{notice|small=yes|image=Stop_hand_nuvola_svg.png|Before doing anything to the machine, its recommended to run a ''known good design'' with ''known good thread'' and with only a couple pieces of backing and good scrap material to verify the problem is mechanical.
}}
}}
The [[embroidery troubleshooting]] guide can be reviewed first to verify the symptoms and resolutions offered.
==Basic Operations==
[[File:embroidery_machine_tensions.jpg|right|thumb|alt=Embroidery Machine Bottom Tensions|Embroidery Machine Bottom Tensions]]
===Tensions===
Thread Tensions are very important and probably one of the most underestimated issues in embroidery.  The thread tensions should be constantly checked. 
====Bobbin Tensions====
[[File:embroidery_machine_bobbins.jpg|right|thumb|alt=Embroidery Machine Bobbins|Embroidery Machine Bobbins]]
The bobbin tension should be adjusted when the bobbin is changed.  Once the bobbin tension is set, it should not be changed again until it is replaced with another new bobbin.
====Thread Tensions====
The thread tensions on the embroidery machine should be checked constantly.  Do not bother setting the thread tensions without setting the bobbin tension first.
===False Thread Breaks===
False Thread Breaks are when the machine stops for a thread break but, the thread is not broken.
Usually false thread breaks occur when the machine is not properly threaded.
==Common Adjustments==
===Needle Depth===
The Needle Depth is how far the needle goes down at it max low point.  If the needle goes too low, it can break and if the needle does not go far enough, the machine might break threads or skip stitches.
There are 2 ways to set the Needle Depth.  The needle depth can be set by eye or, with a needle depth gauge.
Below is a video example on how to set the Needle Depth on a [[Butterfly]] embroidery machine using both the depth gauge tool and another video without the tool.
{{#ev:youtube|begtl_cPlvE|300|center|Butterfly Needle Depth Adjustment}}{{#ev:youtube|bdD4_2K3UXE|300|center|Butterfly Needle Depth Adjustment}}
===Hook Timing===
Hook Timing is when the hook point and the needle point meet so that the hook can grab the thread and make the embroidery stitches.
If the hook timing is off the machine might not make stitches, break threads and/or needles.
Below is a video example on how to set the Hook Timing on a [[Butterfly]] embroidery machine.
{{#ev:youtube|iWRrzCqGK3g|300|center|Butterfly Hook Timing Adjustment}}
===Needle Stop Position===

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The embroidery troubleshooting guide can be reviewed first to verify the symptoms and resolutions offered.

Basic Operations

Embroidery Machine Bottom Tensions
Embroidery Machine Bottom Tensions

Tensions

Thread Tensions are very important and probably one of the most underestimated issues in embroidery. The thread tensions should be constantly checked.

Bobbin Tensions

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Embroidery Machine Bobbins

The bobbin tension should be adjusted when the bobbin is changed. Once the bobbin tension is set, it should not be changed again until it is replaced with another new bobbin.

Thread Tensions

The thread tensions on the embroidery machine should be checked constantly. Do not bother setting the thread tensions without setting the bobbin tension first.

False Thread Breaks

False Thread Breaks are when the machine stops for a thread break but, the thread is not broken.

Usually false thread breaks occur when the machine is not properly threaded.

Common Adjustments

Needle Depth

The Needle Depth is how far the needle goes down at it max low point. If the needle goes too low, it can break and if the needle does not go far enough, the machine might break threads or skip stitches.

There are 2 ways to set the Needle Depth. The needle depth can be set by eye or, with a needle depth gauge.

Below is a video example on how to set the Needle Depth on a Butterfly embroidery machine using both the depth gauge tool and another video without the tool.

{{#ev:youtube|begtl_cPlvE|300|center|Butterfly Needle Depth Adjustment}}{{#ev:youtube|bdD4_2K3UXE|300|center|Butterfly Needle Depth Adjustment}}

Hook Timing

Hook Timing is when the hook point and the needle point meet so that the hook can grab the thread and make the embroidery stitches.

If the hook timing is off the machine might not make stitches, break threads and/or needles.

Below is a video example on how to set the Hook Timing on a Butterfly embroidery machine.

{{#ev:youtube|iWRrzCqGK3g|300|center|Butterfly Hook Timing Adjustment}}

Needle Stop Position