Problem getting my FW to stitch!
#1
Problem getting my FW to stitch!
Hi friends,
I can't figure out what the problem is.
I have a white FW that I was oiling and lubricating. When I went to sew nothing happens. The motor runs and the belt runs but the wheel won't turn and the needle won't move.
I've taken the wheel off, redid the belt, and just can't figure out what could be causing this.
Any ideas? I don't feel like taking it in but will if I have to.
TIA
I can't figure out what the problem is.
I have a white FW that I was oiling and lubricating. When I went to sew nothing happens. The motor runs and the belt runs but the wheel won't turn and the needle won't move.
I've taken the wheel off, redid the belt, and just can't figure out what could be causing this.
Any ideas? I don't feel like taking it in but will if I have to.
TIA
#5
Tartan, thank you. I checked it and the little wheel was tight enough. It may have something to do with the thread in the bobbin jamming. That's the only thing I can think of and Kelsie reminded me of it.
#8
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 673
Does the needle move if you turn the hand wheel manually? If not, the thread jam is a good bet. Remove the bobbin (in its case) and try again. This is usually a simple fix when a machine has recently been running fine, but can be a little tricky to find.
#9
I'm having trouble getting that little screw out. I got one out on another FW just fine but this one is really tight.
Yes, the needle moves when I turn the wheel manually.
Yes, the needle moves when I turn the wheel manually.
Last edited by SusieQOH; 02-01-2019 at 09:14 AM.
#10
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Posts: 673
I'm not sure what little screw you're referring to, but if the needle moves when you turn the handwheel manually, then all you need to do is tighten the belt a little. Don't make the belt too tight or it will stress the motor, and FWs have pretty wimpy motors to begin with. One trick you might try is to lightly sand the belt on the inside edge that comes in contact with the drive pulley. It must be slipping.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ruby2shoes
Main
25
09-20-2015 04:01 PM
Blackberry
For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
8
09-10-2013 03:37 PM
Maw Bobbi
For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
3
03-02-2012 09:56 AM