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An embroidery machine skipping stitches occurs when the needle fails to catch the bobbin thread, resulting in incomplete or missing stitches in the design. Common causes include:
Solution: Check needle condition, rethread the machine, adjust tension, ensure proper hooping, and use high-quality supplies. If issues persist, professional servicing may be needed.
- Incorrect needle type or size (using a dull, bent, or wrong needle for the fabric).
- Improper tension (too tight or too loose upper/bobbin thread).
- Incorrect threading (thread not properly seated in the tension discs or guides).
- Fabric movement or hooping issues (fabric not stabilized or hooped tightly enough).
- Timing misalignment (needle and hook not synchronized).
- Low-quality thread or needle (causing friction or breakage).
Solution: Check needle condition, rethread the machine, adjust tension, ensure proper hooping, and use high-quality supplies. If issues persist, professional servicing may be needed.