MODEL REFERENCE

Brother CV3550

6 troubleshooting topics

The checks and guides below come from the official manuals for this model.

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Troubleshooting

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Fabric does not feed1 check

The presser foot pressure is too low.: Turn the pressure adjustment screw clockwise to increase presser foot pressure.

Needles break3 checks

A needle is bent or its tip is blunt.: Fit a new needle.
A needle has been installed incorrectly.: Reinstall the needles correctly.
The fabric is being pulled with too much force.: Guide the fabric without pressing or pulling it hard as you sew.

Threads break5 checks

The machine has been threaded incorrectly.: Rethread the machine using the manual's threading sequence.
Thread is tangled around the spool pin or a holder.: Inspect the spool pin and thread holders, then remove any tangled thread.
The thread tension is too high.: Adjust the thread tension.
One or more needles are seated incorrectly.: Install the needles in the correct position.
The installed needle is the wrong type.: Use the specified needle type; the manual recommends 130/705H.

Skipped stitches5 checks

The needle is bent or has a blunt tip.: Replace the needle with a new one.
The needle is not installed correctly.: Reinstall the needle correctly.
The needle type is unsuitable.: Use the correct needle type; the manual recommends 130/705H.
The threading path is incorrect.: Rethread the machine following the manual.
Presser foot pressure is too low.: Increase presser foot pressure by turning the adjustment screw clockwise.

Stitches are uneven1 check

Fabric puckers2 checks

Thread tension is too high for light or fine fabric.: Lower the thread tension when sewing lightweight or fine material.
The threading path is wrong or thread is tangled.: Remove tangles and rethread the machine correctly.