20 Most Recent Husqvarna Viking 1 - Page 9 Questions & Answers

try to find a very old sewing machine dealer or a family dealer - you would be amazed what you find in these old stores. just have the patience to go from one to another until you find something!

could possibly have the reverse feed checked by a professional - it is possible the machine got wet in the metal parts, and is rusted up or clogged up from too much oiling! NOT a quick easy fix

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Instructions are available in the Owner's Manual. The Manual can be downloaded free from the Viking website - http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us Click on 'Machine Updates' at the bottom of the page Click on 'All Machines' and select Designer 1 The next page will show you a picture of the machine and has a link to Download the manual. Instructions start on page 10.

Does it work by pushing the Start/Stop button. If so the problem is probably with the foot control. Make sure all connections are secure. You may need a new foot control. Contact your local Viking Dealer and try one of their foot controls to determine if it is indeed the foot control or something else. You can find your nearest authorized Viking Dealer from the Viking website - http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us Click on Locate a Dealer for your local dealers.

The Designer 1 has 2 lights - one close to the needle and another in the throat of the machine. If either light is blown out, neither will work. You should be able to replace the lights yourself but getting it out of the machine can be frustrating. Instructions are included in the owner's manual. If you cannot find the owner's manual you can go to the Viking website at http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us and click on the link 'Machine Updates' at the bottom of the page (right hand side). Then select All Machines, and then select Designer 1. You will be taken to a page that will allow you to download the Owner's Manual.

If you hear a 'whirling sound' the Belt has probably come off. It's a simple fix but requires that the covers be removed. Suggest taking it to an authorized Viking Dealer. You can find your nearest Dealer by going to the Viking website at http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us and click on 'Locate a Dealer'

Most manuals are available at the Viking website - http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us Go to the bottom right of the page and click on 'Machine Updates'. From there Click on 'All Machines' and scroll down and click on your machine name. It should take you to a page to allow you to download the owner's manual.

If you mean the bobbin winder mechanism where the bobbin slips on to the spindle is loose, the pin that holds it in place has come out. It's an easy fix but requires that all the covers be removed. Suggest taking it to an authorized Viking dealer for repair. You can find your local dealer by going to the Viking website - http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/us and click on Locate a Dealer.

Hello. There are many models to select from. Here is a link to the site that has manuals for most of them. http://www.sewingmachinemanual.net/Sewing_Machine_Manuals/viking/Viking.htm

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It is possible but it will only sew a straight stitch (more than likely a 2.5MM stitch length which is a common/standard length for straight stitching.

This sounds like a stepper motor problem. When you say it will not hold the settings do the feed teeth stop moving? Your feed teeth should be 1mm above the needle plate at the highest setting. Is that working for you?

the needle might be bent-roll needle on flat surface & see if it rolls correctly
if the needle is make a popping sound when it goes thur fabric the needle is blunt
check the bobbin area to see if there is lint or loose thread
check to see if the bobbin has become warped
the bobbin may not be inserted correctly in the bobbin case
check to make sure the bobbin case is inserted correctly into the machine
rethread the sewing machine in case the thread is caught somewhere
make sure there is a thread tail of 3-4 inches on both upper thead & lower thread

If your bobbin still has thread on it, remove it by hand and then try to pull the bobbin off the winder.

If you do that, you'll void the warranty. Should be a cheap fix at any repair shop.

Put in a new needle. If that doesn't help, check to see if the needle plate is loose.

Just a thought check that your needle is in properly it makes a differene

Hello, here is the website for your manual: http://manuals.husqvarnaviking.com/VSM/Husqvarna%20Viking/HVManual.nsf/1fd5659e6f37141041256697003e64c0/c287d88d8e5e13f4852575e5006ba00a/$FILE/MegaQuilter_manual_EN.pdf

I had the same dissatisfaction when I switched from the 1+ to the Designer 1. After some trials I am now happy. You need the springy free motion foot. Part #413 03 76-45. You take off the white shank and screw it on with the metal bar over the needle hook. In the set menu turn the SensorQ on, the free motion on, select stitch 1 from menu V and drop the feed dogs. It also makes a big difference to use the straight stitch throat plate which just has a small hole for the needle to go through. One other hint is that I often have to reduce my needle tension 3 or 4 steps. Hope it works for you.