Has anyone had problems with the needles coming unscrewed from the cables while knitting? I am concerned as this was a complaint on the Joannes site.
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I do find that this does happen, but I have gotten into habit of checking every so often. This is only complaint I have. They handle heavier weight yarns better than knitters pride cubics, which break easily
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I haven't had any problems, however, I'm very careful when sewing with fabrics such as heavy denim, using extra caution when sewing over the multi-layered seams. The machine does not skip stitches and I am very happy with the quality of the stitching.
1254533
That sucks. This turntable worked for me for about 2 and half years and now the needle needs to be replaced but I cannot find the correct replacement anywhere. Also - it seems as if they do not have a website or any sort of customer service like you say. I took it in to Guitar Center and the guy told me to check out www.needledoctor.com but I haven't looked into it yet. Good luck!!
630494
I have not noticed that issue, but havew been very dissapointed with the overall performance of this unit and have not used it enough to experience a needle issue.
1828440
Mine has many loose ends that stick out. The wicker? Is fairly soft however. It's up to you, but me personally I wouldn't want to take the chance of ruining my knitted things.
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My needle was loose and when I attempted to see what the problem was it broke off. I waited too long and couldn't return. I found out later many have had the same problem
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Hi Jeannina! Maureen here from The Friendly Swede:-) My sincere apologies for missing your question previously! We have been plagued recently with people attempting to counterfeit our cables, due to our very high rating on these. So first of all, did you buy them directly from us or was it a second hand seller on Amazon? If it was second hand, that is likely the reason for the cable failure, they are not ours. Secondly, if you'll send a message to us at the following link along with your Order ID #, we'll of course replace them if they WERE purchased directly from us at The Friendly Swede. Anything else, please let me know here at this link:
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I would use clear thread, like fine fishing line and sew them up, reinforcing the areas that get more stress. Use tiny stitches to insure a tighter hold. I haven't noticed mine coming un-stitched. If yours are in really bad shape and you haven't had them very long, I would contact the seller and let them know you have a defective pair. Good luck either way.
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Needles will eventually get caught in the brushes but the ones I have on my front awning and also the ones on the back have only been replaced in about 8 to 10 years. I started using them because with metal patio awnings you can't get anything in the gutter to clear it out. The brushes have been wonderful for worry free cleaning and I did have two big fir trees shedding needles on my roof until late last summer. I had the brushes all replaced this past summer and the old ones were pretty shabby but gutters did not clog even with the brushes so old and lots of needles falling every year.
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I got mine for a Christmas gift from someone, I knew I was gonna move so I never took it out the box.. Got it out the box today, and it just don't work.. The transit screw was in the wrong position ( not for transporting) Needle was already attached, and no extra needle like others claim. No twist tie and no Stylus cover.. I think my family bought one and this company sent a broken return to me.. Not happy, and seriously disappointing.. If you moved it without the moving the transit cover then the directions say it will stop working.. I am now going to buy another one, but I will not be buying this one. So Disappointing.. Suppose to be brand new in the box, and I get someone else s crap... I got mine for a Christmas gift from someone, I knew I was gonna move so I never took it out the box.. Got it out the box today, and it just don't work.. The transit screw was in the wrong position ( not for transporting) Needle was already attached, and no extra needle like others claim. No twist tie and no Stylus cover.. I think my family bought one and this company sent a broken return to me.. Not happy, and seriously disappointing.. If you moved it without the moving the transit cover then the directions say it will stop working.. I am now going to buy another one, but I will not be... » Read More I got mine for a Christmas gift from someone, I knew I was gonna move so I never took it out the box.. Got it out the box today, and it just don't work.. The transit screw was in the wrong position ( not for transporting) Needle was already attached, and no extra needle like others claim. No twist tie and no Stylus cover.. I think my family bought one and this company sent a broken return to me.. Not happy, and seriously disappointing.. If you moved it without the moving the transit cover then the directions say it will stop working.. I am now going to buy another one, but I will not be buying this one. So Disappointing.. Suppose to be brand new in the box, and I get someone else s crap... « Show Less
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I had the same problem until I realized that the cables are completely detachable which is great. So I just pulled them out all together and thennplugged them back in. Hope that helps.
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Yeah, they claimed not to know about any problem, despite it being posted on every online review of the thing. They gave some lame reason about some string being in the cap. I told them it wasn't the case and said they'll get some new caps in a few weeks. Not that they'll fit, just that I could order a new cap in a couple weeks.
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hey there! ya, i was about to write a follow up. i got an insanely nice woman on the phone at AT support (found the # on the website) and she sent me a replacement cable for free. kind of amazing really. i would expect to pay at least the shipping if it hapens again. it kind of feels like i got another Xmas present because i wouldve had to buy a new set of headphones if i hadnt found a replacement cable. AT has won itself a loyal customer.
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Same thing happened to me, as well as the string frayed. I actually emailed Barnett's customer service department and they resent me a string assembly for free. I got it in the mail about 4 days after they replied and it slipped on with no problem. Pretty good customer service.
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When I got my violin and the strings were new when I tightened each if you watch a u tube video it shows you how to tightened the strings I did all the strings each one just a little till it was close to being in tune then I used a little pressure and pushed the pegs in till they were snug and if this don't help then u might need to buy the peg drops. I hope this works for you the violin is a very nice instrument from this company it has a great sound.
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No, I found them on you tube. When opening it, sounds like everything thing is breaking apart. We just put duct tape around it instead of trying to glue it back together with a glue gun if you don't really care to much about the looks. Cable has been working fine so far.
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You can use any circular needles in place of regular needles. Just knit back and forth as you normally would and pretend the cable isn't there.