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If your Brother embroidery machine stops or won't sew, first check for thread jams, verify correct threading and bobbin insertion, inspect the needle, and ensure the machine is clean. Most issues are resolved by addressing these common problems.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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