Bobbin winder will not spin on sewing machine

Sounds to me as if your clutch isn't working -- it's the part that's supposed to switch the machine from sewing to bobbin winding. While you CAN probably get it fixed, you can also just buy an inexpensive bobbin winder that in my opinion, frankly does a better job anyway.

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Thread caught between spindle shaft shoulder and bearing. ... Sewing machine won't pick up bobbin thread ...

Why won't the bobbin winder work on my Kenmore sewing ...

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The bobbin winder doesn't spin and I can't wind the bobbin. ... What will release thebobbin winder that is stuck to the right on my Kenmore sewing machine model 385.17826690? Why won't my bobbin holder thread to the top on my Sears Kenmore sewing machine model 385.17928?

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Sounds like the thread is not being (manually) wrapped several times around the bobbin before beginning machine bobbin winding.

If the winder is broken, you can always pick up a standalone bobbin winder at the local fabric store or online for ~$25 US.

there is a part In the machine that work the bobbin winder that is not functioning like it should, a repair technican can tell you why

Please take your machine out of bobbin winding mode.

How do you get the top off

is clutch disengaged? inner wheel in flywheel, hold flywheel and turn inner knob towards you to loosen. put bobbin on spindle and move to right to wind. if youve done this already and no joy then bobbin winder tyre may have perished. try www.sewingpartsonline.com to buy new one

If the fly wheel is going around then the clutch isn't disengaged to wind the bobbin, you need to pull out the flywheel on your model to disengage the clutch for bobbin winding.


Take thread from thread spool across to bobbin winder thread guide, then back to bobbin and thread the tail through the hole on top of the bobbin. Place bobbin onto spindle on top of machine and then push it against the stop to engage the bobbin winding motor. HOld the thread tail up and start winding slowly until the bobbin core has been covered including the starting point. Stop and trim off the thread tail with scissors. COntinue winding bobbin and give the thread a nudge if needed to wind evening top middle and bottom of the bobbin. A good smooth wind is important. Also don't wind at full speed and keep an eye on the thread reel that the thread is coming off, you don't want it bouncing around as this will **** the thread and stretch then relax it affecting your bobbin wind.

Obviously if you know this and the bobbin winding mechanisim is just not working, then it will need a service/replacement by an Elna repair person.

Hm, when was the last time the machine had a thorough clean and oil? These old machines tend to run forever, BUT they do need periodic TLC.

Wheel on right side that controls the needle up and down is very tight...

FWIW, there is a stand-alone bobbin winder called "Sidewinder" avlb at JoAnn's or Amazon for ~$30. It's a handy little gadget that lets you wind multiple bobbins without unthreading the machine--also saves wear n tear on your machine.

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bobbin wont wind on sewing machine