I am almost blind question is will it be hard to thread needle after spool is empty? &amp; where do you buy thread for this machine
2010666
I would suggest maybe getting a strong pair of reading glasses or a magnifying glass to help you thread your needle. As for thread you can use any thread. I will admit the shorter spools work better but the regular work just fine.
1392046
If your spool is new, you should bump it on the ground while it is moving. Just press the trigger, then bump it on the ground. If your spool has fresh string put into it, you might have one of two problems. 1. chance that you didn't wind the string correctly or 2. the heat of the head might have fused the string together in which case you will have to go into the head and free the fused string.
1638330
My auto-feed wont work either, I tried several times to get it to advance the line, I'm guessing its just broken. I have to stop what I am doing and press the button near the spool every few feet. I'm going to give it a better look tonight but I think I made a mistake with this purchase.
1237786
I've never had a problem with the bobbin area. I've been using the machine a great deal in the past 6 months having made 3 full quilts and working on a 4th-and all the piecework and machine quilting that goes with that-so mine is getting a lot of usage. I had one issue with thread but I was using really cheap thread-when I changed it out to the better thread my problem went away (this was on the top end of the machine not the bobbin area). So I would suggest changing the thread, to see if the problem stops.
372793
I ordered a replacement needle when i originally bought the item (ordered online). You should be able to go back online and order a replacement. (I think i got mine from sears).
380646
I would return it for a replacement if you have any concerns with the product. Mine was stuck for a moment at the "zero" mark, but using it for a while eventually got it to "unstick". I don't think my situation was the same as yours though, because I think my issue was simply the needle just not responding. I have heard of the needle getting stuck. Google a solution, or return for a replacement. Hope that helps.
1575457
Poorly. Madiera is some of the best thread you can buy. This thread, unfortunately, must be poorly wound or poorly made ...about every third spool makes my Brother SE-400 machine jam up. It's very frustrating. I've started watching for when local fabric stores have Madiera or Sulky on sale and have been buying a few colors at a time.
1114059
I forgot to answer the spool issue: sometimes the spool-feed does not work correctly. What I do is take the spool out, and apply a generous amount of WD-40 to the pin of the base, the spring, and the inside of the spool. Sometimes I have to clean the top/cap of the spool-holder which get funked up with grass rests. Hope this helps improving you "cutting edge".
1662854
I would suggest looking online or just buy a new gun since they are so cheap? If you think it may be broke, first try taking it out. My sister thought she broke the needle and it was actually just jammed.
1817129
its easy until you get to the loop at the top --in other words picture you put the spool on the top you go down one side and up the other the metal looper that comes out of the top should come out a little more so you can attach the thread there---I always have to use tweezers to get the thread in.....after that it is easy. its good you asked this question because it is a good little machine and this is the only part that annoys me about it....I wonder what others have to say!!
991586
I have used the thread in my bobbin. It works great. It's thicker than some of the other thread (Aurifil) I use for quilting which I like. It really is just a matter of preference. I like the colors within the box. Hope this helps.
2144984
I've never had this problem. My question to you would be: Is your line old, frayed in anyway, or kinked? Try to release the line out all the way and respool it, going from right to left on the spool in a tight and even manner. Let me know how you make out.
1689155
It depends on what you are sewing. I'm using just regular heavy duty thread and it works great. It takes a while to get the hang of the machine but it works great. If you have a real heavy duty application, you're going to need a real heavy duty thread. The thread that came with it was 1/16" or thereabouts. It's much heavier than you need for most applications.
1603278
You can get an adapter, usually I see wooden ones that the spool goes on giving a firmer grip on the machine. I would go for a bigger spool for a serger since these don't have a lot to them. Great for one or two projects per color and a lot of colors in the pack. I use them on my sewing machine without an adapter, just put it over the spool pin thread and go. They aren't high quality, so not good for projects requiring stronger thread... But good for personal and fun projects. I haven't had issues.
1792823
I have rarely had thread bunching up at the pressure plate--unless it was something I did (wrong fabric stabilizer combination or need of new needle) make sure you are using a standing thread guide with a net on the spool--adjust your speed to the project(this singer model messes up if to fast for project) I use it at around p letter in Speed for heavy projects if your doing light fills for light stitching you can speed up a bit(and works better for that and may solve any loops on top when your light stitching----make sure your machine is threaded correctly and the bobbin is in correctly --that could also cause the bunching problem-----hope this helps--pat
1531696
You can basically do either. I have done both and either works OK. It is easier of course to get the pre-wound factory units and they do package them in such a way, that they do not become unwound during transit, unlike the unit I received, the spool was unwound to start, so I had to redo it anyways. I'd say try both and see what you prefer, but both apply in any case, just depends on the individual I would say. The factory does do a good job and getting them wound perfect however. I suspect a machine does this by the perfection of the winde myself.
793894
The timing was knocked off due to a jam. This can be due to mis-threading of the top thread (presser foot up), thread caught up on the spool or spool pin or the bobbin may have been inserted so the thread was feeding in the wrong direction or jumped out of the guides. When embroidering a large item, make sure the outer area of the fabric (the amount not hooped) does not fall into the path of the needle - this will really knock the timing out of whack. Stay with the machine as it stitches so you can cut quickly the power should problem come up.