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Dressmaker Deluxe Zig Zag Sewing Machine

I was recently given one of these but it did not come with the manuel. Now I know a little about Sewing Machines but I want to know how to thread it correctly. It is model #290A. Please help.:confused:

I have 2 identical Dressmakers Model 2435 #36186 with the cabinet and sewing stool was acquired in a trade with the original owner. #23140 was acquired on e-bay. These machines were made in Japan and I think they are from late 70's. One came with a manual and it is just basic information. The thing I was not prepared for was a left side needle only for straight stitching. Be sure a ZZ foot is in place or you will break the needle It took a little getting use to and I use it for practicing F/M. Mine are long shank machines and thread front to rear. They weigh about 33# each and have a 1.0 amp motor. The vertical shaft that controls the dogs has a nylon gear and broke after a few weeks. I was able to buy new one and was fairly easy to replace by removing the reverse control on the face of the machine. A little mechanical aptitude is all that is required. Hope this helps.

Soman2

The other Rodney

Welcome franco! Can you post a picture of your machine? Many of us here won't recognize the machine by brand and model# but will be able to tell from a couple pictures how to thread it. Many Japanese machines were made that were identical except the brand and a few outer details and most are threaded in basically the same way.
Rodney

I was given a Dressmaker Machine too. I have sent for the manual. The website is Sewusa.com
it cost $10 + shipping. My machine is C55A. ZigZag machine. I was able to get the instructions free on that web site on how to thread it. This helped me a lot.
I have posted a picture of it. My concern was the left needle position. People have helped me understanding why it is set up that way.
Phyllis

The left needle position is just something to get used to. I have one I love for freemotion.