Machine is threaded correctly but still won't pickup bobbin thread
If you've tried changing the needle & tryed rethreading the machine
then it's possible that the machine need to have the timing checked
SOURCE: Kenmore Sewing Machine model # c877.15
I have an old Kenmore and here are the directions from my manual: 1. Draw thread from spool through bobbin winder tension discs. 2. Wind thread around an empty bobbin several times. 3. Place bobbin onto bobbin winder shaft with thread coming from rear of bobbin. Push bobbin winder latch against bobbin until it clicks. 4. Release clutch by turning clutch knob toward you. Start machine.
SOURCE: instructions for theading a Sears Kenmore Sewing machine model 158.14000
all machines thread the same. TTN tension,take up, needle.
Beginning
with the spool, guide the thread through the thread guides to the
tension assembly. Pull the thread through the tension assembly and test
it to make sure the tension is working correctly.
(To do this
test,adjust your tension setting to normal or medium or 5 or something
in the middle. Raise the presser foot and pull the thread through the
tension. It should pull easily!! Lower the presser foot and pull the
thread. It should pull noticeably harder.) If it passes this test,
continue up through the take up lever,then down through the thread
guides to the needle. Make sure your needle is fully inserted and
turned the correct way.( If you load your bobbin case from the left
side,the needle rule is normally FLAT to the RIGHT is RIGHT. There are
some exceptions. If you have a newer style drop in bobbin or your
bobbin case loads in the front then the rule is FLAT to the BACK.
To wind the bobbin, guide the thread around the thread guide on
the left top of your machine, then to the bobbin winder. Wind the thread around the bobbin several times, place the bobbin on top of the bobbin winder, push it against the wheel and press the foot pedal. It should stop winding when the bobbin is full or you take your foot off the control
Sewman7
SOURCE: need help to thread our sewing machine.
you really must get a manual for this machine.
You can find manuals online for a small price.
At one time some sites had them for free, but I haven't been able to
find many recently. sewusa.com has some older ones for free. but not
many. you could try the kenmore site as well, if not I'd try to search on
dogpile.com (sewing machine manuals)
Just so you know, your manual is the MOST important tool for any sewing machine, and its worth a couple of bucks to get it.
SOURCE: my 16221 sewing machine won;t pull up bobbin
If you are sure the needle is good and in the correct way round then you may need to retime the machine, I can attach instructions if you email me [email protected]
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