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Hi,
I have run into this problem on newer light weight machines.
Remove the nose cover and look for thread wrap in the upper tension control, even a small piece of fluff can keep the discs from closing when you drop the presser foot.
Try not to disassemble the upper tension control because they can be tricky to get back together.
Check around the slack arm, thread will wrap-up at the pivot.
Good luck.
for workshop manuals go google and type in --workshop manual for singer sewing machine 2 01-2-- and download the pdf version page
take the power lead and foot control to a sewing machine repair shop ( anyone) and have it tested
You didn't specify a model, but foot pedals are generally used by a wide variety of models of machines. Go to eBay and enter your machine's model number, and you'll probably see foot pedals for your model of machine for sale.
Unplug the machine plug and wall plug on the sewing machine.
Check the power cord for cracks, burns, or faulty contacts as this could be a possible reason for the foot control not working.
Open the foot control by using a knife or flat surface tool, such as a flathead screwdriver, to pry open the corner of the foot control.
Check the wires to see if they are disconnected; this can happen if the foot control drops to the ground. To check wires, remove the circuit board using a flat knife. Inspect the wires inside the foot control. You will see some wires that are soldered together. Check to see if there are any broken wires, as this could be the problem. If the wire is broken, clean the area to remove any debris or dirt. Remove a small amount of the insulation before soldering. Solder wires together.
When you are done, reassemble the foot control and make sure it's working again.
Hi, follow the instruction below to troubleshoot the foot pedal
Unplug the machine plug and wall plug on the sewing machine.
Check the power cord for cracks, burns, or faulty contacts as this could be a possible reason for the foot control not working.
Open the foot control by using a knife or flat surface tool, such as a flathead screwdriver, to pry open the corner of the foot control.
Check the wires to see if they are disconnected; this can happen if the foot control drops to the ground. To check wires, remove the circuit board using a flat knife. Inspect the wires inside the foot control. You will see some wires that are soldered together. Check to see if there are any broken wires, as this could be the problem. If the wire is broken, clean the area to remove any debris or dirt. Remove a small amount of the insulation before soldering. Solder wires together.
When you are done, reassemble the foot control and make sure it's working again.
Have you taken the foot control apart yet? What have you got to lose. Possibly something came loose that you can put back in place? There are small carbon contacts that may be put back in place. Just remember to put it back togeather the same way you took it apart.
Or keep an eye on eBay and ask questions. Mostlikely a generic footcontrol will work.
Good luck.
Rick
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