Problem with Janome 8050
 

I got this machine about a month ago and love it but I have a problem with the feed sometimes. I'll be sewing along and all of a sudden I'll notice it's not feeding the fabric like it was and my stitches are coming out really small. If I turn off the machine and turn it back on it resets and it's fine after that but i have to reset my stitch length etc and it's a pain in the butt. Is this machine defective or it it something I'm doing?

I no longer have the box of course... I got it at Hancock's but I can buy a new one and return this one if I need to. Please Help!

To me, it sounds like a problem with the machine.

just a warning about the box issue... some items have bar codes that match the box with the original product... probably to protect the seller/manufacturer from situations you are describing.

I would first change the thread. It seems that the new machines only like the high quality thread *like aurifil*, or first make sure the top thread is exactly the same as the bobbin thread. If that doesn't work, bring the machine back. If you charged it, you can get a copy of the bill. My new Viking 875Q is so picky about thread, but my 11 years old Janome 10000 will use anything.

ok i'll try that with the thread! I was using different bobbin thread so that might be it. Oh and I was using coats and clark polyester so that could be it too! thanks! Also glad you mentioned that about the box... I didn't know that. I'd hate to get stuck with an extra machine I don't need. I wish I kept the box.

I found the box!!! I went to Hancocks and they exchanged it for a new machine without a receipt! That's good service! I hope this one works better for me. Cross your fingers! It's factory sealed so it should be good....

Great! Hope this one works better for you! :)

If I have a copy of my CC bill can I return this? I exchanged it and got another that is doing the same thing. I will try the aurifil thread but if that doesn't work I need to just get my $ back. Will they credit my account with just the charge bill?

Ok I cleaned out the bobbin and feed dogs and that has seemed to help alot. Im also using Superior so fine thread and that's helping too. I'm sewing along all happy tonight and then all of a sudden the machine gets stuck in reverse again. I was tacking the end before I started and then it wouldn't go forward until I turned off the machine and turned it back on. What the heck is going on? Could I have gotten 2 lemons or is this something I'm doing?

anyone????

I think that 3 times the charm. bring it back - and if that doesn't work, maybe get your $$ back or upgrade it if you can. also maybe go on the janome site and see if you can log a complaint or get help.,

i'm going to call Janome today. I hate to return it if i don't have to.

Just a wild guess here . . . but are you using a knee lift, on that machine? Reason I ask is that when I first got my Janome (different model), it was the first time I'd used a knee lift. Every now and then, I'd accidentally push against it . . . and the machine didn't like sewing, with the presser foot slight raised!

Also, try matching your bobbin thread to your top thread. Another tip is to change the type and/or size needle you're using.

nope no knee lift. I was using superior so fine thread in the top and bottom and just changed the needle. I called Janome today and she said "I don't know why it's getting stuck in reverse like that I would return it" so it must be pretty bad if Janome says to return it LOL. Hopefully this one will work because this is getting embarrassing to keep returning machines and I just want it to work. I'm crossing my fingers that this one will work.

I have the Janome 8050. I've had it since January and have had no major problems with mine. I use regular Coats & Clark thread most of the time. This is a great beginner machine. When I bought it, I hadn't done any sewing since middle school home-ec 15 years ago, and I didn't want to spend too much on a machine because I didn't know if I would use it much. I had this baby up and running within an hour. I've used it nearly every day since! I love love love this machine! As an added bonus, you can still buy cheap Kenmore sewing machine feet used on Ebay very cheaply that fit perfectly at a steal compared to the prices charged for the Janome brand attachments. I've used it on denim and for quilting and with several layers of cotton fabric and batting or interfacing. The tension does tend to get a bit finicky with thin fabrics and knits... It will still work with these fabrics (with the right kind of needle, of course), but you have to make absurdly minor adjustments to the tension dial to get the tension exactly right. I don't think this is an uncommon problem with lower-end machines. Frankly, I think this machine is a great value. The only thing missing is the cute satin heart stitch. Ah well... maybe someday!

To me it sounds like there may have been a problem with the entire shipment of this model at your local Hancocks. Maybe try calling the company?