Originally Posted by
Pepita
I just bought a featherweight. I got it and started testing it. I know I need to replace the cord, the belt and need a new carrying box, but----The handle won't turn all the way around. It only goes almost 1/2 way around. I went ahead and oiled it, to see if it would make a difference, and it doesn't. I did plug it in the motor goes grrr, but I didn't want to force anything.
Do you guys have a clue as to what is wrong?
You need to get yourself a manual so that you can see what the parts look like, what they are called, and how to clean and maintain your machine. Wish that you were a little closer to me near Austin and I could get you to come to my shop and I would examine your machine and teach you what you need to know to take care of it.
I have parts and a manual on my website and would be happy to answer questions through a private message.
I have seen several machines that seemed to be 'locked up' because the handcrank would not turn and there was no power in the motor. Sounds like two things to me, thread around the bobbin area and that the motor needs to have some lubricant in the ports.
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www.thequiltgal.com.