My sewing machine is stuck in reverse. All I did was change the stitch width and type and now I can't get it to go forward. Any suggestions?
By Kris
I'm assuming you've already reset the stitch and width settings back to the settings before the malfunction began-that would be step one.
You don't say if your Necchi is a computerised machine, or mechanical. If it's computerised, try 'rebooting' by turning the machine on and then pulling the plug from the mains (outlet in US).
If the two suggestions above don't help, I'd say you probably have a broken gear. Best thing to do is take it to a professional who is familiar with your model.
Don't feel too badly if it is a broken gear-the age, use-hours, and model of machine are what make the difference if you have been conscientious about good maintenance and handling of your machine. Necchi sewing machines are tough little sewers, but can be a bit fussy.
If yours is an older machine but has plastic parts to the gears, time has taken its toll.
I received my Butterick EB6100 sewing machine yesterday and set it all up. Then I tried a test run, it only runs in reverse. How do I reset it? Could it be the stitch settings?
This seems to be the machine you are having problems with.
www.createandcraft.com/
I am really surprised your machine did not have set up instructions as well as information on troubleshooting problems but they should have some they will send you by mail or by email.
www.createandcraft.com/
I had the same problem with mine when I first had it. Mine was the reverse button was stuck. I pressed it a couple of times and it fixed the problem
Hi, everyone. I have seen some posts on here from 2019 about Butterick machines sewing in reverse. Please could anyone tell me if they have successfully found a solution. The machine I have is brand new but hasn't been taken out of the box since it was bought in 2018.
When I took it out of the box today, this is the problem I have found and obviously it is out of warranty. I would be very grateful for any helpThrifty Fun has a guide here:
www.thriftyfun.com/
If it is the motherboard, you will have to have a qualified technician fix it. Too bad you did not test it out while it was under warranty.
It seems that on some forums when people have this problem, they need to unplug the power cord and turn the plug around the other way. This appears to be to do with polarised outlets.
It could also be the feed dogs. Even if you don't have a setting to change the feed dogs yourself, it could still be the case that the feed dog is stuck in the wrong direction.
Modern sewing machines with an on-board computer system that tells them what to do and how to do it, like all computers, can malfunction and wreak havoc on your sewing machine, including having it stitch in reverse only.
It is best to take your sewing machine into an authorised service centre to have it diagnosed and repaired.
Kenmore 1753 reverse seems to be locked. It only sees backward. How can this be fixed. I am the original owner. Machine is 52 years old.
If you can, flip the machine backwards in the cabinet so you can see up inside the sewing machine. On the inside, locate the reverse mechanism, and give it a couple drops of sewing machine oil. Let it sit for 1/2 hour or so. Then tip machine back flat into cabinet and try it out.
Check your Kenmore sewing machine to ensure that it is in the straight stitch forward position and is set to sew in a forward motion.
Press the reverse button and check that the spring action is ok. Ensure that the spring is in the machine, is in the correct place and is not stretched out of shape. Replace the spring if it is missing, reposition it if it has slipped out of place or replace the spring altogether if it has stretched out of shape.
Remove the top cover to expose the gears. Press the reverse button and check the teeth, to ensure that they are moving backwards.
Inspect the cam at the top of the shaft inside your sewing machine. Check the vertical bar. Loosen the screw on the cam to move it and align the two marks if they are not aligned. Then tighten the screw on the cam.
Blow hot air into the top of your sewing machine with a blow dryer and push the reverse button gently at the same time to loosen the hardened lubricant.
Use sewing machine oil only.
My sewing machine is running in reverse on every stitch setting except for one setting. If I depress the reverse lever it will change the feed dogs
I have not had this problem but from research it appears there could be several reasons for your machine acting this way.
It seems one problem is a spring has slipped or broken but it sounds a little complicated to repair so it would be better to read instructions from machine techs who know how to do it.
Since this is a Kenmore you might want to ask a Sears tech first. They are usually very helpful when I contact them but not sure about hours and such so check in your area.
www.service-center-locator.com/
Here are a couple of sites that offer methods to try:
www.fixya.com/
sewingmachinebuffs.com/
There several sewing machine forums and it's always a good idea to belong to one or two of these as these members can help you with any kind of sewing or machine problem. Most of these members are really good and, of course, they know what questions to ask to get to the real problem.
You will have to join the group but I do not think you'll regret this action. Post your question to more than one group.
www.quiltingboard.com/
groups.io/
www.facebook.com/
Here is a link to a free manual - sorry but sometimes it works and other times not so good.
www.manualslib.com/
My machine will only go in reverse. What can I check? My grandson played with it when I wasn't around and now it doesn't operate in forward stitching.
The button that you press in to make the machine sew backwards is stuck. How do I fix this problem without taking the machine apart?
By happy sewer from NC
Make sure that the machine is in straight stitch forward and the stitch length is the highest level that it can go. If that doesn't make it go forward, you will have to use the old hair dryer trick. Take the top lid of the machine off and heat the inside with a heated hairdryer. Work the stitch length and the reverse until it frees up. Good luck.
You might try just a drop of machine oil on the top of the button. Lay your machine on it's back so the oil will run in around the button and try to work it.
My model 6235 Singer sewing machine only sews in reverse. I have taken it somewhat apart, but it looks like the reverse button raises the reverse lever, but the lever will not come back down unless I push it down.
I have oiled the moving parts but it seems pretty stiff. Any ideas?My Viking Designer SE will only go backwards. Anyone know how to fix this?