Top 20 Singer CE-200 Quantum Futura Computerized Sewing Machine - Page 6 Questions & Answers

You can purchase an upgrade for the 200 to bring it up to the 250, so it works in that direction. I'm not sure the 250 would work with the older 200 software, though.

Does the hoop moves when you turn on the machine? If so, then is when it doesn't go to the middle?If so, turn on the machine without hoop. Carefully move the base (where you screw your hoop) back, I mean to the left. Sometimes this part moves and gets out of the place is supposed to be.I hope it helps!

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The computer in the sewing machine can only hold so much. It's rally not very big. I expect the particular color block in your design is too "large" to fit in the computer.If you can break the problem block(s) in half, the problem should stop.

Sewing machine skips stitches
1.needle inserted incorrectly--flat side of the needle faces the shaft
round needle--groove of needle faces away from the shaft
2.Correct needle insertion is mandatory for proper use.
Raise the needle bar to the highest point, then loosen the clamp screw to remove the needle. Place the new needle in the clamp with the flat side of the needle facing the back of the machine.
If round needle--the groove in the needle faces away from the shaft
Push needle all the way up to the stop or as far as it will go.
3.possible bent needle--lay needle on flat surface & roll needle over, if the needle does not roll good -replace
4.blunt needle point--needle makes a popping sound when needle penetrates the fabric--replace needle
5.needle not all the way up in needle holder--loosen needle clamp screw & push the needle up until it stops then tighten screw
6.incorrect threading--one step missed in sequence of threading can cause machine to skip stitches
7.wrong needle in machine--check instruction manual--some machines can use a generic needle with no problem--some can't--
8.size of needle & thread not compatible--
Using the wrong type needle can cause problems,,
A needle to fine for heavy fabric can bend or break when it hit's the fabric
And a too large needle can make puncture holes in the fabric and pull unevenly while stitching

1. Make sure you are using 15J bobbins. Type 15 WILL NOT WORK. They are slightly different in shape and will deform your bobbin case, making it ump out of position.2. Take off the presser plate and clean the machine, paying close attention to the area around and between the feed dogs, and under the bobbin case.3. Get a new needle. The slightest bend to the needle shaft will cause problems.If you've had this problem for a while, you'll need to take your machine in to be serviced.

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Make sure you're using type 15J bobbins, not type 15. If you haven't already, take off the presser plate and clean thoroughly, especially under the bobbin case, and oil the workings.

If you try to wind the bobbin with the embroidery unit on, you need to send a design to the machine before trying to wind the bobbin. If the embroidery unit is off, you should wind the bobbins without any problems

Did you floss the bobbin holder to make sure you don't have any bits of thread, you put the bobbin case back in correctly, have been changing the needles frequently and according to type of fabric just like regular sewing and have been using the lint brush and drops of oil like the manual illustrates?Detach the embroidery unit to use the sewing side to get the situation corrected, it's much easier on that side. Then when you have that situation corrected, run a zigzag test stitch with the thread and bobbin fil until you have a perfect zigzag going on your sample fabric sandwich--adjust the tension and you should have it.

Do you have the original disk for the Futura software? Which version of the software do you have? Do you have the 32-bit or the 64-bit version of Windows 7? (To check your version, click Start > Control Panel > System and Security > System. If you see x64 at the end of the OS version, then you have the 64-bit version. Otherwise you have the 32-bit version of Windows 7.)

For the Futura SES-2000 version 3 software:
If you have the original CD, then do you have an optical drive in the laptop? If you do not have an optical drive, you should get an external one (USB connection); these can be gotten for ~$50 or less. (Make sure to have the laptop on AC power when installing software.)

You should be able to start the installation of the Futura software from the CD. For details on the 64-bit install: http://www.futura-support.com/files/Futura%2064bit%20Installation.pdf . In the 64-bit install, you will click OK on several error messages. Then download and install the patch from http://futura-support.com/downloads/updates/Ver3_0_0_9.exe .

For older versions of the software, there are a few options, you could upgrade to version 2.5 or you can maintain a computer with an older version of Windows. (See http://www.futura-support.com/downloads/ce150.html and the Service Updates links in the lower left hand corner.) For the older version of Windows, you can keep a second machine with that OS, a dual boot computer with the OS, or a virtual computer with the older version. If you have Win7 Pro or Ultimate or upgrade to one of them, then you can run a virtual copy of XP for free. Download and install in order: Microsoft's Virtual PC and the XP mode software. Then install your Futura software to the XP computer (as if it were regular OS) and connect the sewing machine and transfer the files for your embroidery. There are other virtual computer programs (Parallels and VMWare). However, XP mode is the only way to avoid needing a licensed version of the older Windows OS.

I hope this helps.

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Change the fuse in the plug failing that it could be the inline fuse inside the machine normally near where you plug the lead in, if youcan get to that it is a matter of changing it, and the Hoop must be detachedwhen powering on! Otherwise it will not start. Hope this will help you. Good Luck.

Make sure you are using bobbin type 15J. Type 15 DOES NOT WORK. It is slightly different in shape and damages your machine. If you've been using the wrong bobbin, you may have to take it in to be serviced.You'd think I would have learned after the first time.

right click installer
properties----->under compatibility tab.
tick run as.
choose xp.
click ok and then install

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This could become a serious issue if it is not remedied. Remove the bobbin area cover under the sewing foot to look inside. If the noise is coming from one of the completely encased areas on the right side of the machine, there may be a problem with the gears rubbing against each other (misalignment). If this is the case, and the machine is still under warranty, I would recommend taking it to a repair person to get it diagnosed. Grinding noises are not good when it comes to machinery.

Take off the bobbin plate using the screwdriver and remove the bobbin. Make sure everything is clean under and around the shuttle. If you've ever broken a needle the tip might have fallen down into the mechanism and occasionally be jamming it.

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This is common problem' is your machine under warrenty ? if so take it back to the place you got it. if not you will have to take i to a repair shop this is a computer board issue

Yes, there is. Go to http://www.futura-support.com/downloads/ce150.html. Read the instructions VERY carefully. You will need to have the 2.5 Futura upgrade, which is available for $99 at Jenny's Sewing http://cart.jennys-sewing-studio.com/.

In case you do have your old version of Windows XP lying around and don't care to spend the money on the upgrade, there is another alternative, though it does take a few more steps. But I use it currently on my machine to run my Futura and it works beautifully. It's available at http://www.fixya.com/support/r8955271-use_machine_windows_7_or_vista and will allow you to run any old XP software on a Vista or Windows 7 machine, but only if you have your old Windows XP software available.

Either way, be sure you follow the instructions carefully. With the upgrade, I have two friends who I've upgraded their software to run their Futura's this way and they both are working fine. As I said, I use the 2nd way and have been for month's. Good luck!

Click Start,click on run type regedit and then click ok. Locate, and then click the following registry subkey: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Class\{4D36E965-E325-11CE-BFC1-08002BE10318} Caution There can be many instances of the registry subkey that is mentioned in step 2. You must make sure that you are in the appropriate registry subkey before modifying the UpperFilters and the LowerFilters values. To verify that you are in the appropriate registry subkey, make sure that the Default data value is DVD/CD-ROM and the Class data value is CDROM. In the right pane, if you have UpperFilters, right-click UpperFilters, and then click Delete. Click Yes to confirm the removal of the UpperFilters registry entry. In the right pane, if you have LowerFilters, right-click LowerFilters, and then click Delete. Click Yes to confirm the removal of the LowerFilters registry entry. Exit Registry Editor, and then restart the computer. Check ypur computer cd drive.

Hi hoppityh,

You need to contact your nearest Singer representative for the software. They are the only one that can provide you a copy. There is an update to bring your software to the level that newer machine models have except some functions which cannot be supported by old firmware. You may also ask your nearest Singer representative about Futura 2.5. For old models CE100/200/200E Futura software could be upgraded to version 2.5 (ask you Singer supplier), since version 2.5.0.3 windows 7 is supported.

For full details please visit this link.
http://www.futura-support.com/downloads/ce100-200_upgrade.html

Hope it helps.

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