I need to know where to purchase on/off switch for Viking model no VIPR161SS. Thx

You can try searching for:

Make Model accessories

you may be able to find them for sale on sites like ebay, or even some online sewing machine parts company may have what you need.

Try your Viking dealer or search the internet for Viking sewing machine replacement parts.

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Check with your authorized Viking dealer to see what they can do for you. you may have to purchase 6D software.

you'll have to contact a sewing machine repair shop for the
information.

you can buy one from here http://sewingcenter.us/vmchk/Viking-Model-Huskystar-224/Viking-Sewing-Machine-Huskystar-224-Manual/flypage.tpl.html

The switch in the back will lower the feed dogs.

If you need a manual - I found a PDF download by googling: viking emerald 183 manual

Try here:
http://www.sewingmachinesplus.com/foot-controls.php

They have many different models so threading and winding the bobbin can vary due to your model. I would recommend calling them at: 1-800-474-6437 and see if they can get you a photo copy of your original owners manual.

Hi - I think you have a Viking Designer 1, which has a slot for a floppy disk on the side of the machine. If so, you need to purchase embroidery software that supports file type .sv1, and you will need to buy floppy disks.

You can buy embroidery software from Viking that will allow you to write design files onto floppy disks, but you can find other embroidery software packages that support the D1 which cost quite a bit less - make sure that file type .sv1 is supported before you buy.

Viking does sell designs that come on a D1 floppy disk. You can just pop the floppy into the machine, select you design, and go. You can find Viking designs online from time to time, but before you buy, ask if a floppy is included - the newer Viking design packages come with a DVD but might not include the floppy for the D1.

Hope this helps, Ginny

If you have a Viking #1+, you won't be able to use floppy disks with your machine. Please repost and I'll tell you what to look for.

we have moved to India need a 110 to 220 converter, but need to know the amps and watts to get the right one. I have a Viking sewing maching model 540. Can you help?