Issues (and solutions) with Brother lace carriages.

LC = lace carriage

… in progress. Last updated: May 06, 2026.

If the LC is not selecting needles correctly, check:

• The sponge strip in the retaining bar. It needs to be pristine.
• If the machine is electronic, check the magnet on the back
• if none of the above work, take the cover off the lace carriage and inspect the internal mechanisms. There are several service manuals available online for Brother lace carriages.

Lace carriage is stuck on the bed: If your carriage LC has a release button, press it and lift the carriage. Wiggle it a bit to release the needles that are stuck during the transfer of the stitch. Do it gently so no needles break or become bent during the process. If no release button, keep on jiggling until it lets go. Actually, before even putting the LC onto the bed, make sure ALL buttons and levers on it move freely.