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A needle broke on my Bernina 1130 and I had to take off the plate and remove the bobbin to get it out. Don't know if I damaged anything in so doing but then cleaned out lint and oiled and put case back in and the machine does not catch the bobbin thread. When I put the thread up manually to simulate the correct thread position and try sewing I cannot do a straight stitch at all but the zig zag stitch makes a straight stitch -- not perfectly -- moving the needle in a zig sag position but stitching straight. Is this something I can fix or does the machine need to go in for repairs?
My old Singer Stylist sewing machine model 533 (manual copyright date is 1976) has developed a problem with the zigzag stitch. The needle goes into the fabric, comes up, goes straight back into the fabric a little, and then just after the tip of the needle gets back into the fabric, the needle will shift to the side. Then the needle lifts, slightly shifts to the opposite side, goes into the fabric a bit, then shifts to the side the rest of the way. The result is a slightly zigzag stitch that waves down the fabric instead of going where you're trying to put it. I'm not very mechanically inclined, and I'm fairly new to sewing so, before I take it apart, what could cause this so I know what I'm looking for? Thanks!My old Singer Stylist sewing machine model 533 (manual copyright date is 1976) has developed a problem with the zigzag stitch. The needle goes into the fabric, comes up, goes straight back into the fabric a little, and then just after the tip of the needle gets back into the fabric, the needle will shift to the side. Then the needle lifts, slightly shifts to the opposite side, goes into the fabric a bit, then shifts to the side the rest of the way. The result is a slightly zigzag stitch that waves down the fabric instead of going where you're trying to put it. I'm not very mechanically inclined, and I'm fairly new to sewing so, before I take it apart, what could cause this so I know what I'm looking for? Thanks!
AnonymousMar 21, 2014
When I switch my singer curvy on the needle moves to the right, it awkwardly corrects its self with the first stitch. It's making a dreadful clunking noise as it sews but the stitches look fine. This has happened since using a ruffler foot, which worked fine for about 8 metres before it started jamming, as if the tucker was catching the needle, have I knocked something out of place? I've taken the needle out and put back but still not right. (The automatic needle threader hasn't worked for ages, just not swinging around, but that's not my main concern)When I switch my singer curvy on the needle moves to the right, it awkwardly corrects its self with the first stitch. It's making a dreadful clunking noise as it sews but the stitches look fine. This has happened since using a ruffler foot, which worked fine for about 8 metres before it started jamming, as if the tucker was catching the needle, have I knocked something out of place? I've taken the needle out and put back but still not right. (The automatic needle threader hasn't worked for ages, just not swinging around, but that's not my main concern)
AnonymousMar 31, 2014
When any decorative stitch is selected the same problem appears-some stitches catch and some don'tWhen any decorative stitch is selected the same problem appears-some stitches catch and some don't
Hi MOMX4....Regarding the Bernina 1130, all newer Bernina machines made from 1986 to present which includes the 1130, 1230, 1530, 1630, and subclasses, the Classic line up to the 330, 440 machines do not have a fool proof means of maintaining needle and hook timing (loop lift) due to the modern manufacturing construction. If you break a needle by hitting a button, zipper, finger, etc. the machine can slip out of time. An easy way is to check for correct timing is to follow these steps: 1. Install a new size 90/14 needle. 2 Remove the needle plate, open the hook race ring, remove bobbin case but leave the hook in the machine. 3. Switch the needle position to the far right position. 4. Turn the hand-wheel to the botton dead position. 5. Now carefully turn the hand-wheel in the direction of motion until the hook point becomes flush with the right side of the needle. Under normal conditions, you will be able to look through the needle eye and detect that about 1/4 of the upper left corner of the needle eye will be occluded by the hook. If this is not the case, then you have a timing problem and you will need to take the machine in to a qualified Bernina technician.Hi MOMX4....Regarding the Bernina 1130, all newer Bernina machines made from 1986 to present which includes the 1130, 1230, 1530, 1630, and subclasses, the Classic line up to the 330, 440 machines do not have a fool proof means of maintaining needle and hook timing (loop lift) due to the modern manufacturing construction. If you break a needle by hitting a button, zipper, finger, etc. the machine can slip out of time. An easy way is to check for correct timing is to follow these steps: 1. Install a new size 90/14 needle. 2 Remove the needle plate, open the hook race ring, remove bobbin case but leave the hook in the machine. 3. Switch the needle position to the far right position. 4. Turn the hand-wheel to the botton dead position. 5. Now carefully turn the hand-wheel in the direction of motion until the hook point becomes flush with the right side of the needle. Under normal conditions, you will be able to look through the needle eye and detect that about 1/4 of the upper left corner of the needle eye will be occluded by the hook. If this is not the case, then you have a timing problem and you will need to take the machine in to a qualified Bernina technician.
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First, make sure the bobbin-winding spindle (located on top of your machine) has been pushed back to the left for sewing. If it is not in the correct position, the needle will not go down and pick-up your bobbin thread. ... Make sure the presser foot is up when seating the thread through the upper tension
https://www.singer.com/frequently-asked-questions.
1. CHANGE NEEDLE.
2. ADJUST BOBBIN TENSION. MAKE SURE YOU ARE USING THE RIGHT BOBBIN FOR THE MACHINE. THE WRONG ONE WILL NOT ROTATE FREELY. HANG FROM FINGER AND BOB. SHOULD EXTEND ONE INCH WHEN ADJUSTED RIGHT.
3. ADJUST TOP TENSION. (START AT 3)4. EXTEND TWO INCHES OF THREAD FROM BOBBIN. HOLD TOP THREAD TO THE FRONT AND A LITTLE TO THE RIGHT.
5. TURN HAND WHEEL TOWARDS YOU. THE BOTTOM THREAD SHOULD COME UP FROM UNDER THE PLATE.
6. IF THE THREAD DOESN'T FEED FROM THE BOBBIN TO THE TOP OF THE PLATE THE TIMING IS OFF AND WILL NEED TO BE ADJUSTED.
You would be best to download an instruction manual for your machine as it explains clearly, with diagrams how to thread and insert the bobbin. You probably wont find the 530 manual however download a copy for Bernina 530-2 or 532-2 as they are almost identical to the 530.
* When you insert your new needle, make sure it’s positioned correctly (usually with the flat side away from the bobbin, but consult your manual), that it goes all the way into the holder, and that the screw is securely tightened.
If there doesn’t seem to be a problem with your needle, try the following:
* Check your pressure foot and make sure it’s attached securely.
* Change your pressure foot Your pressure foot may be bent, causing your needle to hit it.
* Don’t sew over pins a needle that hits a pin can break. Always remove the pins from your fabric before they reach your needle.
* Don’t pull your fabric as you sew. You could be bending your needle back, causing it to hit your needle plate instead of going into the hole. Just guide your fabric, letting it feed on its own.
* Check your needle plate and make sure it's securely in position.
* Change your needle plate. If you’ve been using a straight stitch needle plate (a plate with a small hole, often used for sewing fine, delicate fabrics), switch to a needle plate with a wider hole.
* Check the position of your needle. Sewing machines with zigzag capability allow you to adjust the position of your needle – right, left, or center. If your needle is not positioned correctly, it may be hitting your needle plate or pressure foot.
* Un-thread your machine and remove your bobbin. Clean any loose thread or lint out of your bobbin case. Re-thread your machine, reinsert and re-thread your bobbin.
* Change your bobbin. There could be a nick along the edge of your bobbin spool that’s catching your thread as you sew.
Also, before you start to sew a seam, hold the upper and bobbin thread tails. Hold them back and out of the way as you sew your first couple of stitches. This will keep them from getting caught in your machine.
Remove your needle plate, clean around it, turn the handwheel to see if the hook will catch your thread(Like you are trying to bring up the bobbin thread). If it catches okay, put the plate back on and as you tighten the screw push the plate towards the rear of the machine. Reassemble everything, rethread , insert a bobbin and try it by turning the handwheel again. If it still hits, you need a service. If it doesn't, have fun!! ssewman7
This unfortunately sounds dismally like a timing problem. When a sewing machine makes a sudden mechanical stop as when a needle is bent slightly and hits the needle plate, sometimes the other machine bits revolve along further causing the needle to be introduced into the hook either to early or to late to catch the thread.
To test this, remove the thread, the needle plate and and the bobbin case. Replace the needle with a brand new one. Yes, again. Revolve the machine by hand via the balance wheel and watch closely as the needle goes into the hook region allow it to it move down and then just start to move up. If the tip of the hook is not pretty close to right behind the needle than it is more than likely a timing problem.
If the tip of the hook is behind the needle in the scarf (the slight hollow on the back of the needle) than it is not timing. Thread the machine normally like it is and watch what happens as you manually turn the machine via the balance wheel. The thread should catch and be pulled around the hook and let go.
Try this and then either you figured it out the problem or contact me again. Either way please vote. Thanks
My old Singer Stylist sewing machine model 533 (manual copyright date is 1976) has developed a problem with the zigzag stitch. The needle goes into the fabric, comes up, goes straight back into the fabric a little, and then just after the tip of the needle gets back into the fabric, the needle will shift to the side. Then the needle lifts, slightly shifts to the opposite side, goes into the fabric a bit, then shifts to the side the rest of the way. The result is a slightly zigzag stitch that waves down the fabric instead of going where you're trying to put it. I'm not very mechanically inclined, and I'm fairly new to sewing so, before I take it apart, what could cause this so I know what I'm looking for? Thanks!
When I switch my singer curvy on the needle moves to the right, it awkwardly corrects its self with the first stitch. It's making a dreadful clunking noise as it sews but the stitches look fine. This has happened since using a ruffler foot, which worked fine for about 8 metres before it started jamming, as if the tucker was catching the needle, have I knocked something out of place? I've taken the needle out and put back but still not right. (The automatic needle threader hasn't worked for ages, just not swinging around, but that's not my main concern)
When any decorative stitch is selected the same problem appears-some stitches catch and some don't
Hi MOMX4....Regarding the Bernina 1130, all newer Bernina machines made from 1986 to present which includes the 1130, 1230, 1530, 1630, and subclasses, the Classic line up to the 330, 440 machines do not have a fool proof means of maintaining needle and hook timing (loop lift) due to the modern manufacturing construction. If you break a needle by hitting a button, zipper, finger, etc. the machine can slip out of time. An easy way is to check for correct timing is to follow these steps: 1. Install a new size 90/14 needle. 2 Remove the needle plate, open the hook race ring, remove bobbin case but leave the hook in the machine. 3. Switch the needle position to the far right position. 4. Turn the hand-wheel to the botton dead position. 5. Now carefully turn the hand-wheel in the direction of motion until the hook point becomes flush with the right side of the needle. Under normal conditions, you will be able to look through the needle eye and detect that about 1/4 of the upper left corner of the needle eye will be occluded by the hook. If this is not the case, then you have a timing problem and you will need to take the machine in to a qualified Bernina technician.
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