Singer 3116 Simple - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Hold the plastic part and slide it out to the left (wiggling it a little may help).

You may have incorrect tension in the top needle and the wrong size needle or thread for the material you are sewing. You could have an old blunt needle too. Or old thread. Or the thread in the top does not match the bobbin thread. Hope this helps:-)

Generally, there is a separate cover over the thread path, and it's designed to be removed by the user for cleaning, removing thread ends and jams. It's held by one or two screws; if it's one screw, it's in the back of the cover. If it's two, one is in the side, and it's usually covered by a white disk for cosmetic purposes. In that case, push a flat-blade screwdriver on the edge and the other edge will pop out enough for you to grab and remove it. Replacing the disk is not mandatory for the machine to run--it's just for looks. Word to the wise--keep adhesive tape next to you when you do these things, and tape the screws back in or next to their holes when you remove them.

One thing most people forget to mention is that the hand wheel may become loose and therefore thats what the take up leaver is stuck

If it's an older mechanical machine (not computerized), it has probably seized due to old oil that has dried inside the machine. AVOID trying to run the motor until the mechanics free up and run smoothly. Running it could damage the motor. Wheel on right side that controls the needle up and down is very tight...

this is really heavy thread for your machine, but you should be able to set the tension very loose.

The guy is right, dust kills the moving parts. try oiling the shaft that holds the needle up about 1/2 way and then run on straight stitch with no thread to work in oil, do this several times till you feel that it runs smoothly and you have a little movement side to side as this is necessary for your zig-zag. if that does not work it may be a cam or belt in the top part that needs replacing and you will need the repair to tell you that. I asked them to give me a quote before any work was done so I knew what I was up against. I love my machine so it was worth the 200.00 to get the parts replaced. It will sew anything cause it is a older model with metal rather than plastic parts. hope this helps good luck

Try installing a brand new needle. Generally, the factory tension setting is the midway point on the dial (however, that will need to be tweaked due to age and wear on the machine).

According to this manual (pg 52): http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/user-manuals/3116-SINGER-SEWING%20MACHINE-manual the zipper foot position is adjustable, not the needle position.

The sewing machine was first made in December 2005 I would believe as in the manual always has the date the manual was made at the bottom to go along with the machine. http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/user-manuals/3116-SINGER-SEWING%20MACHINE-manual

If the machine work fine on any thickness of fabric then don't have to. Good luck Mai

What happens if you PUT it in reverse -- does it sew forward?

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if the motor is running and neither the needle or the hook are moving, then your motor belt has come off(the motor will sound like it is racing). If the needle is moving, but the hook is not, you may have a broken gear, or timing belt.

if the machine is turning it will sew what may be your problem is that the sewing direction is in the reverse stitch position if that is not the case , take it in to a sewing machine repair shop for a proper diagnosis

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

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