How to Troubleshoot Viking Roses
A Viking Rose is a specialty sewing machine designed by the Husqvarna company for projects such as quilting, embroidery and custom stitching. With the touch of a button you can choose a stitch or design and the machine sets the tension and stitch for you. There are, of course, times things don't work according to plan, and if you have issues with your Viking Rose, you need to troubleshoot the machine. Follow these steps to see if the problem is an easy fix, or if you need to call in an expert for service.
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Remove the thread from the machine and set aside.
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Check the needle. Make sure the needle is tight and inserted all the way into the clamp. Loosen the clamp and push the needle up to ensure it is seated. Close the clamp. Check the eye and make sure it is clear and that the needle is clean. Make sure the needle is not bent. Replace, if it is damaged.
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Remove the bobbin and check the condition of the thread. Be sure it is wound tightly and the thread is not frayed. Check the bobbin case for lint or dust and clean it with the brush provided with your machine. If you don't have a brush, use any small soft bristled brush, even a clean soft toothbrush. You can also use the brush of a vacuum cleaner to gently remove and suck away any dust or lint. Re-insert the bobbin into the case with the Husqvarna symbol facing up. The thread should protrude on the left. Wind it first to the right then the left, until you hear the click that indicates the thread is loaded properly.
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Clean the feed teeth on the foot with the brush to remove any dust and debris. The teeth are what feed the fabric, and will not work well if clogged.
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Flush the machine under the stitch plate and around the mechanical parts with a can of compressed air or a vacuum cleaner with a brush and hose attachment. Dust and lint can build up and cause problems in the machine.
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Re-thread the machine. Run the thread from the spool on the pin under then over the thread guide. Route it between the tension disks then up through the take up lever. Slide it through the guide that moves the thread to the needle, and thread the needle from front to back and pull taut.
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Adjust the tension. This can be done electronically on the Viking Rose, according to the type of material and design being used.
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Test a line of stitching on a piece of scrap fabric. If there are problems, note what the problem is. For example, if the stitches are too loose, or if the tension is too light for the type of fabric being used. If the thread below the fabric is balled-up, there is a problem with the bobbin or the tension. If the thread is breaking or the fabric is bunching, the thread tension is too tight. If the fabric is not feeding, the needle or feeder foot need adjusting or cleaning.
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