20 Most Recent Kenmore 19606 Computerized Sewing Machine Questions & Answers

the problem you describe is called bird nesting and is a needle tension problem it is not tight enough causes are tensions plates are no responding to the spring pressure , thread not between the plates or wrong settings for the material and thread in use I find it best to disregard the settings and adjust the tension but pulling the thread through the plates just before i Thread the needle properly adjust tension will require an effort to pull the thread

Did you remember to put down the presser foot? I know that sounds silly but that is the one thing people forget the most when doing free motion.

The needle thread breaks 1. the needle thread is not threaded properly 2. The needle thread tension is to tight 3. The needle is bent or blunt 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted 5. The needle thread & the bobbin thread are not set under the presser foot when starting to sew 6. the threads were not drawn to the rear after sewing 7. The thread is either to heavy or to fine for the needle

flat side goes to the back of the machineinsert all the way up into the needle holder

You could possibly have some burs on the bobbin casing. This will cause threads to break. This is a repair that will have to be done by a professional. OR you could have place the bobbin in backwards. If the bobbin is not in correctly it will not have the right tension and the thread will break. And finally, make sure the upper threading is correct. The thread needs to go through all thread guides and the needle needs to be place in the machine with the grooved side facing you.
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Is it your tension belt? If it is under warranty, call Sears. If not, take it in to Sears sewing machine department and ask a salesman, they usually are good about helping you out. Without seeing your machine, I don't think we can help you. We would only be guessing what is wrong.

You sont say how old the machine is or how much use you have put it through. THe first thing that I would do is replace the bobbins and other associated parts that are removable. They are subject to wear and tear especially if you have a lot of use on the machine. The other thing is that this machine is apparently made by Janome and there are good and bad things about it. One of the bad things is that it gets out of timing and can have problems similar to the one that you are having .The thing about the machine is that it is nice but it has not been very high priced and sold for about 225 USD that is not alot for a sewing machine. IF it is under warranty, I would see about getting it worked on. If it is not then you might want to see what the cost would be to have it serviced by Sears.

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When needle gets jammed due to incorrect threading.You will see this message on your sewing machine. "STOP FOR SAFETY PURPOSES". normal rethreading of both top and bobbin will help clear up this problem. remove the thread the needle and the bobbin.Take exact needle ,proper thread and clean the bobbin and re insert every thing back and check out. Thanks. Keep updated for any more query. You can rate this solution and show your appreciation.

Hi, the most likely reason for this is that the needle is not inserted correctly. There is a flat side to the needle shank that has to be inserted facing a particular way--to the right as you're facing the machine, or to the left, or to the rear, facing away from you. Most modern machines need the flat side of the needle facing to the rear, so try that first. Also make sure the needle isn't bent or dull.
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Find a local dealer who sells Janome. This machine and most Kenmore's are made by Janome. However I know theyb will charge $80 or so to ven lok at it. I have this same machine also refurbished and no big issues as yet except buttonholer foot was broken when I got it. Am still awaiting a new one a month later.

I have this machine also. Make sure your needle has been placed the right way around w/flat of back needle to back entry port. Also raise the needle up to the highest point it will go, sometime the alighmnet is off and if this doesn't work then you may need a service call.This machine is made by Janome for Kenmore, so most Janome parts will fit yours too.

Not sure if you are doing embroidery w /a hoop and all, which I don't do but I have lots of decorative stiches . Ytp lacing some tear away interfacing below the fabric you are going to sew. Most stitches come out top to bottom. Say I have an alligator option. Image will be about 1 1/2 inch , Try it on a piece of scrap fabric to start. I used muslin and the tear away bnacking to stabilize the design on lettering and patters.Also use good thread. I like Guttermans. Coat and Clark / Sulky are very fine and snag and tear easily. Good luck. Keep trying. The design you sew will show on both sides , so if you do not want that you will have to add another level of fabric to the backside after completing the design. Hope that makes sense.

Go to www.managemyhome.com and you can download a free manual there. That will give you the directions to operate the machine as well as the Parts Numbers for any accessories you may want. I bought this same machine a few weeks ago. I have tested out almost every stitch on it, & almost the only 2 presser feet I have needed have been the Zigzag Foot (A) and the Satin Stitch Foot (F). Of course, if you want to do buttonholes or zippers, you will want hte Buttonhole Foot (R) and the Zipper Foot (E). Parts Numbers for ordering are listed for every part on page 6 of the manual. Good luck!

the two sizes of monograms letters are upper and lower case

thanks but can't find a screw on the bobbin case, could you be more specific?