Brother SE400 Embroidery Machine Clean and Oil Maintenance

[@CindyWright-ij3rq]

Thank you so very much. My machine wouldn’t even move & now she’s fine! You saved me a bunch of $$ that I don’t want to spend.

[@carilynjurgeson6178]

Very helpful. I have this machine in a Costco version LB6800 I think they call it. It came with extra embroidery thread, but the same machine. I know I have lots of lint from sewing flannel. Now I have confidence to take it apart, clean and oil. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@carlasmith4968]

I just got my first embroidery machine. Thanks so much for this video!

[@jeanneolson2703]

I think it’s a great video, but I need to specifically see where to oil. 9:20, etc. thanks

[@daisymarrero6738]

Thankyou very much for this video. It is very handy snd simple to understand. I definetely follow it when i clean my machine. TX

[@neyalmeida5314]

It's almost in the Paradise.....😃 You just need a support (bracket) for your video camera, so you can have both hands free. Thanks for help us!!!!

[@Veste7182]

I know brother says not to oil, but my machine literally sounds like a flock of birds screeching. So... Thank you, I think I'm going to give this a try lmao

[@pamhottes6802]

I clean my machine after every major quilt project, but now I keep getting the error code of F05 speed sensor. how can I fix that?

[@deborahtolly1405]

I have not used my machine like this In about 5 years it has just been sitting around when I try to sew on it , sounds horrible can u tell me what else I can do I have never oiled it before! Thank you!

[@lydiabolin9302]

I have a SE425 with a broken Bobbin Winder. The top plastic piece that helps rotates the part toward the bobbin is what is broken. I ordered a new bobbin winder but need to see how to take out the old and replace with the new. Would you be able to show a video like that? :)

[@waynekaa7565]

The models should be close enough, let me see what it looks like, can you link where you got the new bobbin winder?

[@adromano6]

Do you know how to replace the lcd screen on the se400? Mine got cracked and it won’t do anything now.

[@gailemcnair8122]

Good job. It helped me oil machine.

[@waynekaa]

Be sure to bookmark so you can find easily when you need to do it again!

[@kido112]

Great Video!! if i want to fix the F05 speed sensor problem where do i have to clean ? is there specific place? thanks

[@waynekaa]

I would make sure the bobbin tray assembly and those gears are nice and clean from lint but try not to clean off the factory applied grease that makes it last longer.

[@jeanneolson2703]

My machine was soooo dirty. I can’t describe how dusty it was. It’s clean now. I’m having a little trouble with the screws and putting things back together. Imagine the estimate was $300 for cleaning a $400 machine. I love my machine and heavily rely on it. So I’m asking for all the prayers, well wishes and positive‘sewing Mo-jo’ that can be sent my way, please?

[@mammienggada467]

Hi @waynekaa thanks for sharing your knowledge. I came here from another video of yours to see how you opened up the machine. I think you're underestimating how clueless some of us are tho. Please could you show us how/where step by step you opened it up. Please I need your help

[@waynekaa]

Does this video help you? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKGwpn94ecRnsMU

[@sharona10459]

You do not use compressed air on any sewing machines because it will drive the dust even deeper into the machines electronics.

[@waynekaa]

Ohhh! So what should I use then?

[@TrishHarrison]

@@waynekaa Just a little brush will remove lint without blowing the dust further in (which completely screwed up my machine - don't use compressed air!)

[@waynekaa]

@@TrishHarrison noted!

[@sheenat.3187]

@@waynekaa I hold a straw to the end of my vacuum hose and suction dust out! Works fantastic!

[@waynekaa]

@@sheenat.3187 Oh that's a splendid idea!

[@kristinasmith5876]

I’ve had this machine for about 2 years I think and it has never been oiled. Now it makes grinding noises so I’m so glad to have found your video! What is the name of the brand of oil you use and where do you get it?

[@waynekaa]

I got the regular Dritz oil "with Zoom Spout" from Joanns.

[@doreenrussell2563]

show how to repair the foot pedal connector on the machine.. single pin female plug

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

they move but I dont think they are up enough. I saw your video about feed dogs, now when I thread my machine and try to pull up bobbin thread ,top thread gets caught on feed dogs. I was going to buy new feed dogs. I wonder if I can put them in. Please let me say THANK YOU for taking time with me. LUCY

[@waynekaa]

Did you try the switch in the back first, that's the easy potential fix. If that doesn't work you probably have to open it up like I did and reset the feed dogs.

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

that didnt really do anything, I guess I'll try what you did on your video, keeping it on to watch of course. did I mention I bought the machine used then the girl wouldn't talk to me anymore. My fault I trusted her, oh well, When I try your method I'll let you know. Thank You so much again. PS I REALLY ENJOY YOUR TUTORIALS!!!!!!!!!

[@carolentringer8836]

Please help. My machine shows Error F05 speed sensor.

[@beforhorn]

Thank you!

[@jenniferdimplesandtangles]

Thank you, this is just what I needed to learn how to oil my machine! Two questions- does the embroidery base ever need to be oiled? I know it has some serious moving parts! Also, in sewing mode, my machine is stuck only sewing in reverse. I googled and tried the "turn machine off, hold button in for 5 seconds" etc. tips and that worked at first but now nothing is working. It sews perfectly when embroidering, just won't stitch forward in sewing mode. I would really appreciate any help!

[@waynekaa]

You mean when you hit the pedal it only goes reverse, or it only sews when you hit the reverse button on the machine?

[@jenniferdimplesandtangles]

@@waynekaa It only goes in reverse when I hit the pedal.

[@waynekaa7565]

@@jenniferdimplesandtangles Sounds like your reverse level must be stuck even if the button doesn't appear stuck. Might need a video to show you where to unstuck it. Sometimes it gets stuck cos of debris got caught in there and keeps it in the reverse position

[@adromano6]

Does anyone know how to replace a broken cracked lcd screen on the se400?

[@maryaresendez6162]

My bobbin shaft makes a loud “clacking” noise when I start to wind the bobbin. The bobbin starts to spin then suddenly slows down and my bobbin only winds a little but at the bottom. Anyone have any suggestions?

[@waynekaa]

I assume you're on a Brother SE400, have you tried to clean out under the bobbin winder? Sometimes thread will get caught up there

[@maryaresendez6162]

@@waynekaa thank you very much for your help. That’s exactly what it was. I was worried about opening the sewing machine, but I got it done without breaking it. My SE 400 is sewing like new. Yay!!,

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

i have the same machine,Ibought it used and it is driving me crazy. I bought a new bobbin case but the top thread bunches on the bottom and the bobbin thread seems to not sew I rethreaded top but nothing. You seem to know your stuff, can youPLEASE HELP ME before I loose my mind

[@waynekaa]

Are you on embroidery mode or sewing machine mode?

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

how do you know if you are on embroidery mode? I don't have the arm on for embroidery.

[@waynekaa]

@@lucyhavrilla8949 ok you are in sewing machine mode. With nothing in the machine, when you are manually turning the needle, do the feed dogs (the spiky things) move up and down.

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

@@waynekaa I tried but no dice. Feeddogs move but bobbin thread just wont sew. Guess I was taken over. Cant even find repair man. MY LUCK If I have anymore questions I'll text you. TY again. Lucy

[@waynekaa7565]

@@lucyhavrilla8949 the feed dogs need to come up past the plate (because that's how the fabric pushes back), so like you should see spikes come above the plate when you move them. If the fabric doesn't move, the thread stays in place and you get the bunched thread in the bobbin area.

[@TrishHarrison]

I cringed every time you used the air can. That can blow the dust in and when it contacts oil it creates a gummy mess and it will cost most people a trip to the repair store to fix.

[@waynekaa]

Ah so that's why no compressed air! Makes sense

[@PatriciaKapala]

I wish I could see where the oil actually goes

[@eyeonart6865]

Brother machines are the best made. The threader is better than Singer.

[@miriammalvinarodriguezrosa4675]

how do you correct error F05 SPEED SENSOR ERROR

[@waynekaa]

After cleaning it well, you can try going to the Sewing Machine Tool Screen, and switch control speed to off.

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

don't know how to take a pic but ill try to figure it out and send it to you

[@taeenadegroat6458]

COULD NOT SEE WHERE U PUT THE OIL IN SPOTS TOO DARK TO SEE

[@monicajackson7266]

I thought weren’t suppose to oil this machine.

[@havendoestheatrestuff25]

I thought so too until mine progressively got louder and louder over time. After oiling it stopped about all creaking and loud sounds and runs so quietly.

[@IMAPOTATOZ]

After 10 years I'd be suprised if it still doesn't need oiled.

[@William51115]

LINT STICKS TO OIL

[@eyeonart6865]

Get a tripod that are cheap especially used stores.

[@girlgeekFL]

Brother specifically says NOT to oil. 🤔

[@havendoestheatrestuff25]

Yeah, but mine over time went from being very quiet to insanely creaky and loud. After oiling it literally sounds brand new!