20 Most Recent Singer 3116 Simple - Page 2 Questions & Answers

Drop-in bobbin: Note: thread must change direction when entering bobbin shuttle notch. Usually bobbin will turn counter-clockwise when threaded properly.

1. hold bobbin so that the tail of thread is facing to left.
2. drop bobbin into bobbin shuttle.
3. pull thread toward you.
4. guide thread into notch and pull to left so that slot engages thread.
5. pull thread diagonally across shuttle toward back of machine.
6. draw bobbin thread up through needle plate with threaded needle.

Probably best to take it for service.

Take your machine for service.

Check to make sure your reverse button is lit up. If it is press it.

Sounds like it is not threaded right, I think you should invest in a new machine. They have them now, where automatically thread themselve. Go to JoAnn's and they will even give you a free lesson on how to operate it. And their prices are reasonable on Singers. Don't frustrate yourself, sewing is coming back and your old machine will be welcome at a community center or sell it in the newspaper. Treat yourself good, because you deserve it. Good luck

Do NOT turn it but one way,towards you ONLY,it sound like it's just stuck.Grap something rubberish that will help your grip and try again.Good Luck,don't let this keep you from sewing.

Time to visit the local dealership. I wouldn't try to replace it myself. Too many things can go wrong. Find local dealerships on official website or inside the user's manual: Singer Simple 3116 manual Download Free Manuals

The Singer 3116 runs on 120V (standard US household power.)

Is needle bent, is there any loose parts, bobbins installed properly, etc

Hi sherri36911...
Go to the following webpage and download your free user manual for your Singer 3116 sewing machine.
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http://safemanuals.com/user-guide-instructions-owner-manual/SINGER/3116-_M

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Read your manual, it tells you where, and what not to oil. Your manual can be downloaded for free at www.singerco.com

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It looks like your power cord and foot pedal are incorporated into one unit, and you'll have to replace the foot pedal to get it. You can get it for $30 at sewing parts online, http://www.sewingpartsonline.com/singer-3116-simple-sewing-machine-parts.aspx?gclid=CLTXmrLC18ECFeHm7AodBioADg, and you can also get them from eBay by doing a search on Singer Simple 3116.

needle needs to be in correct position. try threading from other side.. if in correct position.

The "Bobbin stopper" is in the incorrect position. It moves from side to side in a switch like motion. In one direction, it locks up the machine. That is, you can turn the wheele backwards, but not forward.. The bobbin stopper can be found in the book that cam with the machine. In our book, it is item #9.

it may be cotton threads around the bobbin shaft causing it to jam up take it to a sewing machine service center and have it serviced

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Call customer service at singer.com. They are very helpful.