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09-20-2012, 08:48 PM

#38041

blueheavenfla

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Charlee, take it from an RN who diagnosed her DH's condition even though the MDs all said he was fine but he actually had a problem similar to yours...aortic valve stenosis, among other things...and required surgery. He has a Bovine valve replacement and 3 weeks after the surgery, he was out using a push mower on a hill (much to the surgeon's unhappiness) and that was over 10 years ago. The only problem he has had since was the need to have his pacemaker replaced. He is almost 80 years old and is still out in this Florida heat doing yard work and other much heavier work every day. When he gets too hot or too tired he rests. He also avoids stress and drama.

The advice below is the best...along with resting and not overdoing. We love you so much and depend on your wonderful fountain of knowledge so be a good girl and know that there are many prayers being sent up on your behalf. If at a later time you have to have valve replacement, just remember, the docs can work magic on you like you do on vintage machines.

Love and hugs,
Donna

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Originally Posted by vintagemotif

Charlee, Sorry to hear that you have had a series of minor heart attacks. Luckily you can be treated with meds. Life is short regardless of age; so, ignore all drama that causes you stress. Take it easy and enjoy those sewing projects; treadling is good for the soul too.

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09-20-2012, 09:11 PM

#38042

jlhmnj

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Location: Millville, NJ

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Quote:

Originally Posted by J Miller

A potted motor question for those who know about them;

I was piecing some quilt squares with my 201-2 tonight and at the beginning of each piece when I pushed on the knee bar, it wouldn't go. Give the hand wheel a tiny nudge and zoom it would take off. Then it was good to go until the next piece.
I'm using C&C Dual Duty Heavy thread and I'm wondering if that is causing trouble at the beginning of the stitching or if it's a motor problem.

Earlier I was using the two ZZ attachments and a button holler and didn't seem to have this problem. I was using light thread then. I really don't know if the thread is the trouble or no.

Any body have any ideas?

As much as I know about regular motors, I know nothing about the potted motors.

Joe

Hi Joe,

Potted motor is very similar to regular SM motor except it's direct drive. Perhaps (?) the brush is sticking or a bad contact somewhere and nudging the handwheel makes things right.

Jon

09-20-2012, 10:01 PM

#38043

path49

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Location: Illinois...near St. Louis

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Charlee

I'm hoping you're feeling better real soon. You're in my prayers (gosh, with all these people saying prayers for you, you can't HELP but get better real soon!!!) God bless you...

Pat

09-20-2012, 10:35 PM

#38044

miriam

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Originally Posted by jennb

I have a question for those who have a Rocketeer. I have one myself but I've never used it (it was my grandmothers) and I cannot access it to find what info I need. How many cams should there be to make a complete set with a machine. I have one to sell and it has a bag of attachments as well as 5 cams with it, and I wasnt sure how many, if any, were "missing".

5 cams is correct for a Singer 500 (Rocketeer) - nice machines - I prefer the 503 or 403... Info on sew-classic

09-21-2012, 05:00 AM

#38045

J Miller

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Originally Posted by jlhmnj

Hi Joe,

Potted motor is very similar to regular SM motor except it's direct drive. Perhaps (?) the brush is sticking or a bad contact somewhere and nudging the handwheel makes things right.

Jon

Jon,

That's pretty much what I was thinking too. I guess I'll have to take the cover off and check things out.

Joe

09-21-2012, 07:04 AM

#38046

Caroline S

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I also wondered why I had not seen you here recently.Yes, it is good news that you know what is going on and the problem can be helped.

09-21-2012, 08:17 AM

#38047

BoJangles

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Charlee, it is probably a blessing that you found out about your condition with two minor heart attacks. Now, you will be able to control the situation and avoid a major problem! Those little warnings are life savers! You are young so this is a good thing - now you will know what to do to control your health!

Nancy

09-21-2012, 08:20 AM

#38048

BoJangles

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Quote:

Originally Posted by miriam

5 cams is correct for a Singer 500 (Rocketeer) - nice machines - I prefer the 503 or 403... Info on sew-classic

The 500 comes with 5 cams, but for the 503 - that does not do any decorative stitches without a cam - there are a total of 21 cams available.

Nancy

09-21-2012, 08:24 AM

#38049

nellybelle

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I have been wondering where you were. Thanks for sharing.

09-21-2012, 11:35 AM

#38050

Crossstitcher

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Charlee, I too have been wondering where you were. Sorry to hear it's been a health problem tho. I agree with everyone on the board that you would be missed if you didn't chat with us. I and my Hubby will be hopeing for the best for you. I don't write much on here but do read every day and miss your festyness as Glenn calls it.