Brother BE-438F User Manual (English)

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Questions and Answers:

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Mr. David GreenAug 19, 2025
Why does the upper thread keep breaking on my Brother Sewing Machine?
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  Elizabeth MeyerAug 20, 2025
  If the upper thread breaks on your Brother Sewing Machine, it could be due to several reasons: * The upper thread tension might be too strong – try adjusting it. * The needle may be incorrectly installed – ensure it is correctly installed. * The thread could be too thick for the needle – use the correct thread. * The thread take-up spring tension and height might be incorrect – adjust them. * There may be damage to the rotary hook, needle hole plate, or needle – file smooth or replace the part. * The thread could be melting, especially if it's synthetic – use the needle cooler.
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alexanderbirdAug 21, 2025
How to fix skipped stitches on my Brother Sewing Machine?
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  william25Aug 22, 2025
  Skipped stitches on your Brother Sewing Machine can occur for a few reasons: * The clearance between the needle and rotary hook tip might be too great – adjust the needle clearance. * The needle and rotary hook timing could be incorrect – adjust the needle bar lift amount. * The driver may be contacting the needle too much – adjust the driver needle guard. * The needle might be bent – replace it. * The needle might be installed incorrectly – install it correctly.
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Angel LewisAug 25, 2025
Why does the thread keep coming unthreaded on my Brother Sewing Machine?
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  Linda BryantAug 25, 2025
  The thread coming unthreaded on your Brother Sewing Machine may be due to: * Stitches being skipped at the sewing start – refer to “Skipped stitches occur”. * Uneven needle thread – adjust the sub-tension. * Needle thread being too short – use a thread nipper device.
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patkinsAug 26, 2025
What to do if my Brother BE-438F does not operate even when powered on?
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  Alexander WheelerAug 26, 2025
  If your Brother Sewing Machine doesn't operate when powered on and the foot switch is depressed: * Check if the machine head switch cord is disconnected. * Adjust the position of the switching plate. * If the machine head switch is broken, replace it.
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Yvette CastanedaAug 27, 2025
Why is the thread jamming in my Brother BE-438F Sewing Machine?
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  Rodney JonesAug 27, 2025
  Thread jamming in your Brother Sewing Machine can occur due to: * Incorrect thread take-up spring tension and height. Adjust the tension and height of the thread take-up spring. * Incorrect needle and rotary hook timing. Adjust the needle bar lift amount. * The shuttle race thread guide not separating the threads. Adjust the position of the shuttle race thread guide.
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Jay LawsonAug 29, 2025
How to adjust incorrect thread tightness on Brother BE-438F?
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  Deborah EvansAug 29, 2025
  Incorrect thread tightness on your Brother Sewing Machine can be caused by: * Upper thread tension being too weak – adjust the upper thread tension. * Lower thread tension being too weak – adjust the lower thread tension. * Thread take-up spring tension and height being incorrect – adjust the tension and height of the thread take-up spring.
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Robert WardSep 1, 2025
What to do if the needle breaks on my Brother BE-438F?
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  Jennifer JeffersonSep 1, 2025
  Needle breakage in your Brother Sewing Machine can be attributed to: * The needle touching the rotary hook – adjust the needle clearance. * Incorrect needle bar lift amount – adjust the needle bar lift amount. * A bent needle – replace the needle. * Using a needle that's too thin – use the correct needle for the material. * The needle striking the button (BE-438F) – refer to “5-6. Checking the sewing pattern”.
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Benjamin ReidSep 2, 2025
What causes the lower thread to break on my Brother Sewing Machine?
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  Matthew DelgadoSep 2, 2025
  If the lower thread breaks on your Brother Sewing Machine, check the following: * The lower thread tension might be too strong, so adjust it. * The corners of the needle hole plate or bobbin case might be damaged; file them smooth or replace the affected part.
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Christopher ConwaySep 4, 2025
Why is the seam finish poor on the reverse side of the material with my Brother Sewing Machine?
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  Kelly ParkerSep 4, 2025
  A poor seam finish on the reverse side of the material when using your Brother Sewing Machine can be caused by: * The shuttle race thread guide not separating the threads sufficiently – adjust its position. * The upper thread not being properly tight – adjust the upper thread tension. * Uneven needle thread – adjust the sub-tension. * The needle thread being too long – adjust the sub-tension, and if using a thread nipper device, turn the tension nut to adjust the upper thread trailing length to 35 – 38 mm. * The needle striking the button (BE-438F) – refer to “5-5. Checking the sewing pattern”.
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Charles SnowSep 6, 2025
Why is the upper thread not trimming on my Brother BE-438F?
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  Natalie RiveraSep 7, 2025
  If the upper thread is not being trimmed by your Brother Sewing Machine, consider the following: * The movable knife might be blunt – replace it. * The fixed knife might be blunt – sharpen or replace it. * The movable knife might not be picking up the thread – adjust the position of the shuttle race thread guide. * The needle bar lift amount might be incorrect - adjust the needle bar lift amount. * Skipped stitches at the sewing end can prevent the movable knife from picking up the thread – refer to “Skipped stitches occur”. * The movable knife position might be incorrect – adjust its position. * The sub-tension might be too weak – turn the sub-tension nut to adjust the tension.