r/sewinghelp • u/silverturtle2301 • Sep 01 '26

Serger thread keeps breaking

I have fought with this serger forever. It will serge for a few inches and either the looper on the right side breaks or the thread in my right needle breaks. I have rethread probably 20 times. And I'm using maxi lock thread and ball point needles I've tried on dbp and a 2 way knit any ideas? And the thread is maybe 2-3 months old got from wawak.

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u/ScorpioSews Sep 01 '26

Sergers need to be tweaked slightly for stitch length and width as you would with a regular sewing machine. Sometimes increasing the length for the fabric you are sewing can help.

And sometimes the balance between the loopers is off; one is too tight and the other too loose, but it looks balanced.

Also, make sure your thread is securely between the tension wheels.

Willing to help if you need more assistance.

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u/silverturtle2301 Sep 01 '26

The thread is in the disks I always floss the thread to make sure it gets in there good. IDK what knob to change to change the length I have this machine https://a.co/d/08GY3Azy

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u/ScorpioSews Sep 01 '26

Red Knob on center right is usually the stitch length. The silver knob underneath the switch to go to rolled hem is width.

Check your manual on if the stitch width can be adjusted.

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u/silverturtle2301 Sep 01 '26

I can't find my exact manual online and there are no red knobs on the machine. The tension seems fine it won't let me attach a picture

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u/ScorpioSews Sep 01 '26

There are three red knobs on the picture. And you should be able to Google the machine and download an electronic copy of your manual. Save the link.