Archive of Thread: Yarn snagging on brushes Back

2 years ago
Has anyone nay idea why this might have begun happening. I just completed a sweater without any problem and started a swatch with new yarn. It knits fine but tends to get caught on the little (inner??) brushes towards the end of the row. Does anyone even know what I mean. I am not explaining very well!!
Its a standard brother kh820 machine.

Any ideas welcome
thanks
Jo D

2 years ago
Sometimes brushes can get a bit "bristle-y" when they've been in use for a long time.  If you can see the odd big sticking out you can snip it off with scissors, but look to replace the brushes in the near future.  If the brushes are nice and smooth perhaps it is the yarn at fault.  Is it very hairy?  Have you tried waxing it?  

Jenny

2 years ago
Brushes probably do need replacing...I am waiting to get out of lockdown to take my machine for a long overdue clean and replacments and all the things.  I will try your suggestions in the meantime. thank you.