Fixing an error 206 on a SWF Embroidery Machine

Osman Bayrak

The wiper in the sewing machine grabs the top thread after a trim and places it between Velcro strips. To troubleshoot issues, check the curved track behind the needle case on the left side.

LCD Controller Instructions

Osman Bayrak

Learn the basic functions on a SWF Embroidery machine so you can hit the ground running and stay ahead of the curve on custom embroidery apparel.

Life after hitting a hoop

Osman Bayrak

After a hoop strike, follow these steps to assess and address any potential damage to your sewing machine.

Load a design on the standard control panel

Osman Bayrak

To load a design using the standard control panel, follow these steps.

Movable cutter not returning

Paul Boody

If the movable cutter in the bobbin area is not returning completely, leading to needle breaks, follow this guide to address this issue. 

Move stitches forward on SWF Machine

Osman Bayrak

Learn how to move stitches forward using a SWF embroidery machine.

Needle went down and stayed down, breaking on the tip

Osman Bayrak

I bought a SWF 601C. I've had it for a couple of months and it has worked great. yesterday i replaced a needle on #6.... nothing felt out of the ordinary. it was shredding the thread so I replaced it and finished the design no problem. The next jacket, same...

Offset Programming for Appliqué

Osman Bayrak

Offset Programming for Appliqué (For SWF LCD Type Controller) The following is a quick start guide for programming and executing an offset for embroidering appliqué on the SWF LCD type controller.  Please refer to the manual starting on page 3-39 for more information.   1. Press Embroidery Call and choose...

Oiling Procedure

Osman Bayrak

What is the recommended OILING PROCEDURE? Reasons and Solutions: Oiling is essential for every machine to function properly and to keep your machine in good condition. There are two main areas to oil on a regular basis: the rotary hook and the main reservoir. The recommendations below are based on...

Over Oiling your SWF Machine

Osman Bayrak

Do you have problems with oil dripping on your clothing, or oil showing up on your presser feet? I usually put 4-5 drops oil in at the end of the day, then make sure everything is wiped off before embroidering at the beginning of the next day, sometimes I also...

Possible jump motor problem

Osman Bayrak

Needle bar in down position on every needle It sounds like your jump motor needs to be adjusted or replaced. The jump motorsjob is to push aside the top portion of the reciprocator to disengage the needlebar so the needles can return to the top of it's motion. The jump...

Reciprocator Replacement Multi-Head

Osman Bayrak

Download the Reciprocator Replacement Instructions PDF  Replacing the Reciprocator on an SWF Multi-head. Follow the instructions below to replace the reciprocator in the SWF multi-head machines. The tools required are found in the tool kit that came with the machine.   Preparation 1. First, place the machine at needle #6...

What does the EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON do?

Osman Bayrak

Reasons and Solutions The Emergency Stop Button stops the machine at the exact moment the button is pressed. *The machine does not go back to the needle up position unlike the regular stop button. *The machine will stop in the middle of a frame movement. * DO NOT move the...

Unthreaded Needle problem

Osman Bayrak

Problem: Needle was coming unthreaded at the beginning of every letter. (Oddly, designs stitched perfectly, larger fonts stitched perfectly, only the smaller fonts would come unthreaded at the beginning of each letter) Solution: Go to Settings > Machine Parameter Setting > After trimming inching speed needs to be set at...

Knives not set properly

Osman Bayrak

My B-T1501 stopped trimming the threads this morning and I have not been able to find the cause. The blade is moving fine but it just does not cut anything. As a consequence, every time there is cut command I get the 206 error, but it goes away if I...

Increase the satin width on a design

Osman Bayrak

Question: How do I increase the satin width on a design? Answer: Using the STANDARD Controller: Load the design as normal Press the SETTING button Press the DOWN button to access the X SATIN command (#6) Press the SET button The machine will display X SATIN: 0 [RANGE 0 ē...