Follow the steps in this video to check the rotary hook timing and gap on your HappyJapan HCD3e-1501 embroidery machine. You should check if hook timing is off if either (1) the machine is failing to make stitches or is looping excessively and/or (2) the machine is stopping frequently with thread breaks or (3) the machine immediately snaps the needle only after a few turns when pressing START, even on a simple flat garment and hoop - if it is doing this on every needle bar you test on the machine, follow the procedure in this video to check the machine's rotary hook timing and gap. Learn more about HappyJapan embroidery machines at https://happyemb.com - homepage for Texmac Inc., THE nationwide distributor for HappyJapan embroidery machines.