Kathy’s
Quick Reference
1.
ISSUE:
Machine may be improperly threaded
FIX:
Make sure thread passes through all tensioners and
thread guide.
2.
ISSUE:
Hopping foot too close or too far from the needle plate
FIX:
Hopping foot needs to be a credit cards length from the
foot and the needle plate with the needle lowered.
3.
ISSUE:
Machine may need to be timed
FIX:
Use the timing tool to re-time your machine.
(WATCH OUR VIDEO AND CHECK YOUR MANUAL)
4.
ISSUE:
The needle may be bent or damaged
FIX:
Check the needle and replace it if necessary.
5.
ISSUE:
Bobbin may be wound or threaded improperly
FIX:
Check bobbin to ensure it is properly wound and inserted
correctly into the bobbin case.
(SEE MANUAL PAGES 15-16)
6.
ISSUE:
The tension may be too tight or too loose
FIX:
First be sure your thread is seated all the way between
the tension discs, and that it can be pulled through the eye of
the needle without breaking. If that doesn’t’ fix the issue, you
may have to readjust the tension.
(SEE MANUAL PAGE 31)
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
SKIPPED STITCHES
KATHY SAYS: Keep your Block RockiT manual nearby while
you’re quilting. Don’t forget to check our helpful online
videos found at videos.kathyquilts.com and YouTube!
KATHY SAYS: While adjusting your tension, be sure
to quilt on a test quilt piece until tension is fixed
QUESTIONS? CALL US:
(888) 826-0222
Kathy’s
Quick Reference
1.
ISSUE:
Bobbin thread showing on the top fabric
FIX:
Tension is too tight. Decrease the tension by turning knob
counter-clockwise
2.
ISSUE:
Top thread is being pulled through the bottom fabric
FIX:
Tension needs to be increased by turning knob clockwise
3.
ISSUE:
Looped stitches on the underside of your fabric
FIX:
Tension needs to be tightened; turn knob clockwise
4.
ISSUE:
Inconsistent looping on top
FIX:
•
Encoder may be improperly installed
•
Make sure machine is threaded correctly
•
Build up of lint in tension discs or bobbin case area;
always keep these clean.
•
Check and adjust hopping foot gap (Should be just
enough room to slide a credit card under hopping foot)
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
LOOPS IN STITCHES / TENSION ISSUES
QUESTIONS? CALL US:
(888) 826-0222
Bottom
Thread
(TURN CLOCK-WISE)
(TURN COUNTER CLOCK-WISE)
Top
Thread
Top Tension Too Tight
Top Tension Too Loose
