Sews straight when on zigzag

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White 1521 only zig zag even on straight setting had it cleaned but still only zig zag zig zag on all setting how or can it be fix?

I don't think it needs to be fixed. If you want to zigzag, there are two setting you need to do. One is the stitch length and the other is the stitch width. When you sew a straight stitch, the width is 0. If you want it to zigzag, make the width wider (usually 1, 2, 3, 4, or sometimes 5). I've looked at the manual for this machine and page 21 has some info. There's probably more if you read further. If you don't have a copy, go to singer.com. They have tons of manuals for many brand of machines. Click on the support button and go from there.

Dec 02, 2017 • Sewing Machines

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HOW DO YOU CHANGE THE STITCHING FROM STRAIGHT TO ZIGZAG

Provide detail of your machine, make & model No. Download Instruction Manual from below website for free if your machine is Singer, may be it helps:
http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/448_5_6_8_10_slide.pdf

May 21, 2016 • Sewing Machines

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How do I set machine for a straight stitch? Trying to figure out my Mom's very old machine (she is deceased) but it is set on a zig zag stitch, and I can't figure out how to set it to a basic straight

Usually the width will go to a number to increase the width of the zigzag. If you set it to zero the zigzag will be a straight stitch.

Nov 27, 2014 • Kenmore Sewing Machines

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Morse 4300 fotomatic won't zigzag

if all the dial are set correctly for the zig zag, and the machine
still won't do the zig zag stitch then it's possible that there is a
gear or cam inside the machine that is worn or damaged.
a sewing machine shop can tell you for sure.

Nov 05, 2012 • Sewing Machines

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I just bought a Singer Stylist 457.

if you bought the machine used, then it's possible that a
cam or gear is either worn or damaged. & needs to be check at a sewing machine shop.
if the machine is new,,then take the machine back to where you
bought it & tell them about the zigzag, even let them try it & see
what happens, I been sewing for over 30 years & I wouldn't keep
it,, if you bought it new,, I'd get another one

Aug 10, 2012 • Singer Sewing Machines

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Someone gave me a singer 403. I put in the zig zag attchment but it still sews only straight. What am I not doing??

Of course, you have to push the zig zag adjusment lever from the 1 position to one of the zig zag positions, 2-5. Also, the zig zag disc must be inserted. Take of the top of the machine (two screws to loosen the attachment and lift off the top), and you can see a steel connecting piece called the pitman and it should move back and forth when zig zag is engaged. If it isn't, maybe something is gummed up as has been suggested.

Jul 20, 2012 • Singer Sewing Machines

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Width

it sounds like both of the machine need to be check to see what
is wrong with the zig zag stitch controls or if it's the cam inside the
machine. a sewing technican can tell for sure

Jun 08, 2012 • Janome Sewing Machines

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My Toyota RS2000 won't do zig zag stitch, even when it is set up correctly

Go to this website and see how to fix the timing on your own for free https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8OVQsGp2sk. I love Niler she is a wonderful teacher.

Jan 12, 2018 • Sewing Machines

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Machine won't zig zag even though the needle goes from side to side the line of stitching is straight.

put in a new needle
rethread the machine top & bobbin--use every thread guide
make sure the zig zag settings are correct
it's also possible that the machine could have a worn or damaged gear or cam--which would have to be checked at a sewing machine shop

Mar 20, 2012 • Sewing Machines

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Bernina activa 210 won't zigzag and has bobbin issues on straight stitch

it's very possible that the machine is slightly out of time & needs to be service at a sewing machine shop
is the fabric & thread & needle compatable with each other?
did you use every thread guide when threading the machine?
is the bobbin in correctly?
is the bobbin warped?

Mar 20, 2012 • Bernina Sewing Machines

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It's possible the zig zag gear or cam could be worn or damaged
and the machine should be checked to see for sure what's happened.

Anonymous Dec 05, 2012

Thanks for your response. It turns out the timing was off. He said I could have caused if if I'm a "fabric puller" when sewing....which I am! $80 lesson learned

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I think whey a repair shop changed the bobbin assembly from the orginal one to a bobbins assembly made in Japan, I am going to have to put the old type back on if I have one or orger one from my friend Guy,

Answer 3 · 1/27/2009 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 27, 2009

SOURCE: No "Zig" to my "Zag"

I Love the support Brother gives!
Here's what Brother says about the Zig zag issue.

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/ca/en/faq/faqh/000000/000000/000018/faqh000018_000.html?reg=us&lang=en&c=ca&prod=hf_xl5130eus&page=FaqEndPage

your manual (download)

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/ca/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_xl5130eus.html?reg=us&c=ca&lang=en&prod=hf_xl5130eus

silly01

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Posted on Aug 16, 2009

SOURCE: Singer 457 Zig Zag Sewing Machine not catching bobbin thread.

There are manuals avilable online to purchase for the singer machines, SOrry I was not able to locate a site that has them for free.
.... http://sewingonline.co.uk/singer-manuals.html

ken dourof

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Posted on Jan 09, 2010

SOURCE: Touch & Sew zig-zag model 758 - bobbin thread

email me for retiming instructions and remind me of your make, [email protected]

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 23, 2010

SOURCE: bobbin singer stylist zig zag model 477

Check this web page
http://www.sewusa.com/Threading_Diagrams/Threading_Pages/Singer_Sewing_Machine_Threading/singer_477_threading_diagram.htm

Anonymous

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Posted on Feb 13, 2010

SOURCE: Shirring fabric?

When putting your shirring elastic on the bobbin, don't thread the elastic through the bobbin holder,adjust the stitch length longer,and loosen the tension, other wise if you want to put it through the bobbin holder you have to loosen the tension screw on the bobbin holder, and then you have to adjust it back for ordinary sewing,

Answer 4 · 1/27/2009 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 27, 2009

SOURCE: No "Zig" to my "Zag"

I Love the support Brother gives!
Here's what Brother says about the Zig zag issue.

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/ca/en/faq/faqh/000000/000000/000018/faqh000018_000.html?reg=us&lang=en&c=ca&prod=hf_xl5130eus&page=FaqEndPage

your manual (download)

http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/ca/en/model_top/HomeSewingMachine/hf_xl5130eus.html?reg=us&c=ca&lang=en&prod=hf_xl5130eus

Answer 5 · 8/16/2009 12:00:00 AM

silly01

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Posted on Aug 16, 2009

SOURCE: Singer 457 Zig Zag Sewing Machine not catching bobbin thread.

There are manuals avilable online to purchase for the singer machines, SOrry I was not able to locate a site that has them for free.
.... http://sewingonline.co.uk/singer-manuals.html

Answer 6 · 1/9/2010 12:00:00 AM

ken dourof

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Posted on Jan 09, 2010

SOURCE: Touch & Sew zig-zag model 758 - bobbin thread

email me for retiming instructions and remind me of your make, [email protected]

Answer 7 · 1/23/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Jan 23, 2010

SOURCE: bobbin singer stylist zig zag model 477

Check this web page
http://www.sewusa.com/Threading_Diagrams/Threading_Pages/Singer_Sewing_Machine_Threading/singer_477_threading_diagram.htm

Answer 8 · 2/13/2010 12:00:00 AM

Anonymous

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Posted on Feb 13, 2010

SOURCE: Shirring fabric?

When putting your shirring elastic on the bobbin, don't thread the elastic through the bobbin holder,adjust the stitch length longer,and loosen the tension, other wise if you want to put it through the bobbin holder you have to loosen the tension screw on the bobbin holder, and then you have to adjust it back for ordinary sewing,

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White 1521 only zig zag even on straight setting had it cleaned but still only zig zag zig zag on all setting how or can it be fix?

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HOW DO YOU CHANGE THE STITCHING FROM STRAIGHT TO ZIGZAG

How do I set machine for a straight stitch? Trying to figure out my Mom's very old machine (she is deceased) but it is set on a zig zag stitch, and I can't figure out how to set it to a basic straight

Morse 4300 fotomatic won't zigzag

I just bought a Singer Stylist 457.

Someone gave me a singer 403. I put in the zig zag attchment but it still sews only straight. What am I not doing??

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My Toyota RS2000 won't do zig zag stitch, even when it is set up correctly

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Bernina activa 210 won't zigzag and has bobbin issues on straight stitch

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