Why Your Tufting Gun Doesn't Cut Yarn Properly and How to Fix It

Is your tufting gun scissors no longer cutting tufting yarn? Or perhaps your tufting gun doesn’t cut yarn as it should? These issues can occur for various reasons, such as modifications, accidental drops, or misalignments in the scissors mechanism. In this article, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide to diagnosing and resolving problems with the tufting scissors on your tufting gun.

We’ll also include a detailed video tutorial to help you visually follow the process and get your tufting gun back to perfect working order.

Step-by-Step Guide to Fixing Tufting Gun Scissors

Step 1: Test the Scissors Mechanism

Before making any adjustments, ensure that the tufting gun scissors are functioning correctly. Here’s how:

1. Manually inspect the scissors:

   • Rotate the tufting gun mechanism so the needle retracts, and the scissors extend without closing.
   • Place a piece of yarn across the scissors, as shown in the accompanying video.

2. Manually activate the scissors:

   • Rotate the mechanism manually, simulating a normal tufting cycle.
   • If the scissors cut the yarn cleanly, the mechanism is fine, and you can proceed to Step 2.

If the tufting gun scissors no longer cut the yarn, move to the next step to adjust their position.

Step 2: Check the Scissors-to-Needle Distance

The ideal distance between the scissors and the tufting needle is 1.5 mm. If this alignment is incorrect, your tufting gun may struggle to cut yarn properly.

1. Inspect the scissors distance:

   • Lay the tufting gun on its side and measure the gap between the scissors and the needle.

2. Adjust the scissors distance:

   • If the distance is too large (e.g., 5 mm), use pliers to gently bring the scissors closer to the needle.
   • If the distance is too small (less than 1.5 mm), use pliers to pull the scissors slightly away from the needle.

This adjustment ensures the scissors are positioned correctly for optimal cutting performance.

Step 3: Reset the Scissors Mechanism

If the issue persists, it may be necessary to reset the tufting gun scissors.

1. Position the scissors in the 12 o’clock position:

   • Rotate the mechanism until the scissors are fully extended in front of the gun, mimicking a 12 o’clock position as shown in the video.

2. Loosen the closing scissor block:

   • Unscrew the closing block slightly to allow movement.

3. Reposition and secure the block:

   • Push the block down, tighten the screw, and ensure it is firmly in place.

After completing these steps, the tufting gun scissors should function correctly and cut yarn as intended.

Why These Issues Occur

Problems with tufting gun scissors not cutting yarn can arise from:

• Accidental impacts or drops.
• Misalignment during transportation or adjustments.
• General wear and tear over time.

Watch the Video Tutorial

For a detailed demonstration of each step, check out the video embedded in this article. The video provides a visual guide to testing, adjusting, and resetting the scissors on your tufting gun.