Reverse not working. Pressing the reverse button isn't engaging the machine in reverse - the light has gradually stopped coming on, it appears to be disconnected.

How To Reverse Stitch On A Singer Sewing Machine Correctly

Step 1. Press the reverse button

• Refer to the Singer manual of the specific machine you have
• Please find the button with the U-shaped arrow, typically at the front of the sewing machine, or check your manual for where it's located
• Press the reverse stitch button and start sewing

Step 2. Start sewing

• Hold the material as the sewing machine sews backward and stop it manually by taking your foot off the pedal
• Deactivate the reverse stitch function by pressing the button again
• Be careful not to hit the thread plate to avoid bunching
• If you accidentally press the wrong button, turn off the Singer sewing machine and turn it on again to reset

Question edited for FULL make and model

I appears to be a known issue. The is a recalibrate / reset procedure.

https://www.google.com/search?q=designer+1+reverse+not+working

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https://www.manualslib.com/manual/902705/Morse-Fotomatic-Iv-4400.html

The reverse mechanism lube us going bad. It is accessed from under the machine under the free arm. Usually indicates that the machine is due for a service and oiling. It shouldn't be a problem to get it done at a good sewing machine dealer/store.

check the position of the feed foot lever / button/knob
if it is in the correct feed direction the have it serviced as it may not be connected properly inside the machine.

try to pull the fabric as you hold the reverse lever.....pull away from front towards yourself. the dogs pull the fabric in the opposite direction. make sure your stitch length is narrow or "1" ...reverse only works with a straight stitch foot not a zigzag. Sometimes a machine needs a little help getting the reverse mechanism going......

I used can air and blew out the reverse button area. Worked immediately after turning off and back on.

If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/john-michael_38e8d20d2052609c

The older 6XXX series are the best machines Viking ever made. But they have one flaw - if the button hole mechanism is not regularly serviced and used, it will eventually stick and the machine will only sew in reverse. This can also happen if you turn the knob backwards when in button hole mode.

I always tell my customers to make a few button holes every time they use the machine. This helps to keep the mechanism free and working between servicing.

Unfortunately the fix is not a DIY consumer project. It requires knowledge and expertise in disassembling the machine and re-aligning the parts. Expect to pay anywhere from $25 to $75 in addition to the regular servicing fee.

Steve P
Minneapolis
aka "The Bobbin Doctor"

If everything appears to be working correctly for the first side and stops and bunches up when it should reverse - Make sure you have pulled down the stopper arm (this is not clear in the manual) when the button hole foot contacts the stopper arm gently push the foot against the stopper arm and the direction will reverse and finish the button hole. **Stopper arm pulls down from above - Check the pictures in you manual carefully.**

Yes, I have a solution for this problem. Your screen needs to be recalibrated and you can do it yourself. Don't you wish they would just tell you this stuff instead of charging you an arm and a leg? Here's what to do: Before turning on the machine, press the start/stop button, the reverse button, and the needle position button all at once with one hand (one finger on each button). Hold them down and turn on the machine. What will come up is a recalibration screen. You will see the numbers 1-5 with a little plus sign beside them. Find a small blunt object (I used the tip of a mechanical pencil with the lead in instead of out) and while holding the start/stop button, touch the plus sign beside 1-5 in numerical order. Then, turn the machine off and on again in the normal way. This should recalibrate the screen. Pass it along, people! This is something no one should have to pay for!