Originally Posted by
Bobbielinks
This really sounds like it is more of a needle problem than a tension problem. Try running the machine with no thread, is it binding anywhere? Is the machine being moved too fast so it does not have time to make a complete stitch before moving to the next stitch, and catching somewhere causing the break? It could be any number of things happening, try different fixes one at a time. I hate that this is happening as we all just want to sew and have fun not problems.
Made sense to me so I tried it without the thread. It did just fine. Even when I did swirls and circles. No problem.
With thread just a straight line no swirls or anything fancy. Just a plain straight line. It would sew a little bit then snap it broke the needle.
I have a speed regulator on the machine.
I am going to take the machine off the frame either today or tomorrow and see what happens when I FMQ without the frame. If it breaks needles then I am going to see if I can get it serviced.
I appreciate everyone's help. You all have some great ideas.
Thanks again for the help.