Originally Posted by
Kathleen Barnett
I have an Innova and am having a problem with thread shredding. I have a size 18 needle, and am using Glide thread. I have changed needles, re-threaded, checked needle eye position. Quite frustrating.
There are two Innova groups on groups.yahoo.com that may be helpful. I have seen it mentioned there that one of the thread guides can develop a burr and may need to be smoothed out or even replaced. Also, that the check spring can need replacement. Several people keep extra check springs and thread guides on hand. If you can find an old nylon hose, you can try running a section of it through the thread guides to see if it catches on anything. Also check the bobbin case, bobbin case assembly, and needle hole for burrs (try running a finger over the areas).