Singer 3116 Simple - Page 6 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Make sure you have the pressure foot UP before threading your top thread through the tension assembly. See if that helps.

When you say it does not rotate correctly what exactly do you mean, it is rotary so should go round in one complete circle

I don't think e99g70 is a model number. That sounds like a SN number.

the differance is the top looks alot werider than the botom

you should just restart if you can not do what uou would want to do!!!!!!!!

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Most likely one or more of the gears that drive the hook have broken. If you are comfortable with taking the bottom cover off the machine you should be able to see the damaged parts. It is not a DIY repair because there is a timing gauge that is used in the repair and the timing needs to be exact or the machine will not make a stitch. Check with a sewing machine repair person you trust to look at it and give you an estimate for repair.

When you say unlock. i suspect you have a thread jam. Remove the needle, bobbin case and rock the hand wheel backwards and forwards. It may need lubrication internally.

Well, the normal seam allowance is 5/8ths. Always has been except on crafts and doll clothes. 3/16ths is 1/3 of the normal 5/8ths so I would think, now wider than the width of your sewing foot.

I would suggest having the sewing machine checked to see if there is a adjustment needed in the timing. and also to see if the tension dial has any problems.it could be the needle and thread are not compatable with the fabricis the needle in the needle holder correctly?are there any burrs in the needle plate or in the bobbin area?

sounds like it needs to see an expert.

You didn't throw away the piece did you? You can get a fiberglass repair kit at the automotive store, mix a little up and use it as glue. You may have to tape it together for a little while but then it will be like new.

Ask you local Singer dealer, be armed with the model number when you call.
Freestanding spool holders can be bought (or made.)

Have you had the machine serviced since you purchased it? This is something that should be done at least once a year.

Take the machine to a certified Singer dealer and explain what is happening. There may or may not be something that needs to be adjusted.

Your warranty is still in effect, but is now limited. Attempting to repair it yourself or having someone who is not a Singer dealer repair it will invalidate the remaining warranty.

need needle threading instructions singer 3116 simple. pictures would help. thank you

maybe one of the parts diagrams at the Singer site would help? or us the contact there?

here is a link for a free manual, it should have the information in it if the machine has speed control.http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/438_3116.pdf

check and adjust thread tension on needle and bobbin. It requires changing for different thread thickness.

You may download a copy of the manual at http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/438_3116.pdfLubrication instructions are on page 82.

try these suggestionsTry these suggestions 1. Change the needle--use a needle that's for the fabric being sewed 2. Rethread the machine--top --make sure to use every thread guide 3. try a different bobbin--make sure bobbin is inserted correctly into the bobbin case, & make sure the bobbin is turned the correct way in the bobbin case 4. make sure the thread has not come off the thread take up lever 5. Clean under the needle plate & in the bobbin area for lint or threads