Thanks for the info on the singer, but since I am not mechanically inclined , I think I will just get someone to replace the cord that goes into the machine from the foot pedal , and find some needles and read the manual that I copied and hope I can get it going. As I say It does run quite smoothly when I plugged it in and tried it. Now just have to learn how to use it. thanks again for the help and info. Myra