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#SETTING TENSION ON SWF EMBROIDERY MACHINE SOFTWARE#

When should I change the size of the needle? The way the DST was created may not be suitable for hats. You should be aware of which logos may be used for different materials. It’s also very important to pay attention to the digitized logo. When sewing caps, make sure the bill of the cap is as flat as possible. Structured hats have a thick cardboard or plastic in the middle section, which could break the needle. Be sure not to stretch the material, as this could ruin the design. You need to create proper tension by making sure the hooping is tight and the fabric is not wrinkled.

The tension might be too loose or too tight.

To prevent breaks, store thread in a dark, cool place.

Prolonged exposure to air, light and heat can make your thread brittle.

Check the thread passage to make sure all the threads are correctly positioned.

Your machine may be threaded incorrectly.

The needle can be worn out if you’ve been using it for a long period of time or on thick materials.

You can either use a bigger hoop, or move the logo around so you stay within the hoop’s boundaries. You are getting this error because your logo may be too big for the hoop, or you are trying to stitch outside the preset hoop margin. Why am I getting an X limit error or Y limit error, and how do I correct it? You can also place them toward the back of the thread rack if you don’t have ample space to walk toward the back of your machine to change spools. The most commonly used color spools, usually black and white, should be placed on the right side of the machine. Where should I place the most commonly used color spools?

#SETTING TENSION ON SWF EMBROIDERY MACHINE SOFTWARE#

You can place the hoop on top of the printout from your embroidery software to get an idea of the hoop size you should use for the particular design. The best hoop to use is the smallest hoop that the design will fit in. The size of the hoop depends on the size of the embroidery you want to create. How do I determine which size hoop to use? For metallic threads, loosen the top tension knob and reduce the speed of your machine to about 500 SPM for better quality stitches. Every type of thread will work differently, so be sure to adjust the tension depending on the thread you use. Polyester thread is more durable and tends to leave less lint than rayon thread.ĭo metallic threads work the same as polyester or rayon threads? We recommend 100% polyester for all embroidery projects. Which is the most recommended thread for embroidery? For lightweight garments, use thin backings. On heavyweight materials, use thick backings. The backing you use will depend on the material you’re embroidering. Yes backing is fundamental because it’s the stabilizer for your design. On metallic threads, use a 90/14 needle, which has a larger eye that will reduce friction as the thread passes through.ĭo I need to use backing on all projects? For heavy material, we recommend using an 80/12 needle. However, we recommend using sharp point needles on leather, satin or any other fine material. An old or loose needle will cause looping and other embroidery problems.Ĭan I use the same needle for all types of projects?īallpoint needles can be used for all types of projects.

If the machine is threaded correctly, check the thread tension. Make sure the top and bobbin thread are threaded correctly. Looping stitches can be the result of incorrect threading. If there are no more error messages displayed, the machine is functional. After everything has finished loading, press the 100 degree icon on the panel once more.

Turn the machine back on, and the machine will automatically find a needle position.

Then, locate the degree wheel knob in the back of your machine and manually align it to 100 degrees. If a “No needle” error is displayed, then the needle is not being detected over the working area. To resolve this, select the 100 degree icon on your control panel. A main axis error is the machine’s way of letting you know that the sensor is not aligned. The machine needs to be at 100 degrees for normal operations. How do I correct a “Main axis is not at 100 degrees” error?