Singer Machine Hand Wheel Stuck

The news is not good here. There are several reasons why this problem would come and none of those problems are DIY compatible. You need a qualified repairman to handle the task.

One reason for this is that your machine may be new enough to still be under warranty and you would void the warranty if you fixed it yourself. Also, the part may have been defective as your machine would be too new for the bobbin gear to break down.

On vintage machines, the bobbin gear is generally the part that is responsible for this problem. Replacing it is your only option and that should be done by a qualified repairman.

When this happens gather up all the pieces that flew out of your hand wheel location and go to a factory approved or qualified Singer repairman. This repair is tricky and even a good handyman shouldn’t touch it.

Machine Making Unusual Noises

Possible Cause:

• Lack of lubrication
• Jammed parts

Solution:
If your Singer machine is making strange noises, it could be a sign that parts are jammed or dry. Turn off the machine, and remove any visible threads from the bobbin area. Clean out the machine and lubricate the moving parts using machine oil according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure to use oil designed for sewing machines, as other oils can damage the machine.

Some Final Words

Troubleshooting your Singer is not going to be difficult if all the problems are basic and easy for the DIY to do. But you must be careful as some problems although they appear simple and easy to do they are better left to professional repairmen.

The key to troubleshooting your sewing machine is to have your owner’s manual on hand. If you do not have one, do an internet search to see where you can pick one up cheap.

Singer Sewing Machine Stuck in Reverse

The first step in solving this issue is to set your stitch length settings, width, and length, back to their previous position before the problem began. If that doesn’t solve the problem you should check to see if there is any oil getting to the reverse button.

This is why it is so important to keep a maintenance record. That record will remind you when it is time to oil and clean your sewing machine and let you know the last time you did it.

If it has been a while then the lack of oil and cleaning may be the culprit. Just lubricate the machine and try the button again. Only lubricate once and according to the manual’s instruction.

Make sure to remove the panel so you can see what is going on. There may be some loose screws on the mechanism or they may have fallen off. If those are the cases then tighten the screws or replace them.

You may try a little WD-40 in this instance but very little. It just may be that the screws or mechanisms are tight and need a little help loosening up to move correctly.