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02-12-2014, 10:47 AM

#11

amcatanzaro

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if it seems like a complete mystery maybe you can turn the machine upside down and give a gentle shake. Maybe there's a broken needle tip that needs to come free.

02-12-2014, 11:54 AM

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carrot

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Quote:

Originally Posted by amcatanzaro

if it seems like a complete mystery maybe you can turn the machine upside down and give a gentle shake. Maybe there's a broken needle tip that needs to come free.

LOL!!! I did just that !! I also gave it a good oiling and grease and lubricant...........

02-13-2014, 10:21 PM

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linda faye

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RE: the needle not going up and down

I had the same problem and then found out that I had the hand wheel loosened in the 'fill bobbin' position. Yes, my face turned red.