BEL0050 Sewing Machine
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Do’s and Don’ts
Do not use this machine with a bent or broken needle.
Do not make any alterations to settings or rewind bobbins without first switching off the appliance
and disconnecting the DC adaptor.
Keep hands clear of the needle whilst sewing.
Do not force material through the appliance; allow it to move at the pace of the machine.
Ensure you have selected the correct tension.
Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action
The sewing machine does not
work.
The machine is not plugged
in.
The main power switch is
turned off.
The bobbin-winder shaft is
pushed to the right.
You have not used the foot
controller properly.
Plug the machine in.
Turn on the main power
switch.
Move the bobbin-winder
shaft to the left.
Use the foot controller
properly.
The needle breaks. The needle is not fitted
properly.
The needle clamp screw is
loose.
The needle is bent or blunt.
You have not used the right
combination of fabric and
thread.
The upper thread tension is
too tight.
You are pulling the fabric too
much.
You have not fitted the spool
properly.
Fit the needle properly.
Firmly tighten the screw.
Replace the needle.
Choose a thread and needle
that are appropriate for the
type of fabric.
Loosen the upper thread
tension.
Lightly guide the fabric.
Fit the spool properly.