http://www.fixya.com/support/elna/sewing_machinesSolved technical support problems provided by FixYa users.en-usCopyright (c) 2007 FixYa, LTD. All rights reserved.info@fixya.comFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMT80http://www.fixya.com/support/t1330678-failure_form_stitchesI have threaded & rethreaded many times checking if this was the problem. also bought new needles today (Universal lasse). I really need this machine going because I know it does really beautiful satin stitch & I need to finish off some applique...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1331376-elna_2002I have just been given a Elna 2002 and have downloaded the manual which mostly refers to the 2004 and 2006. I do not understand how the pattern selection works. The dial shows for example 4 and 9 (two different patterns) but I do not know how to get...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1270729-new_home_509I have acquired the above machine second hand, but the reverse button seems to be stuck and the feed dog only moves a fraction in reverse. Any advice would be gratefully received. My e-mail is vwrai@blueyonder.co.uk. The needle on my machine moves...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t982815-burned_out_bulbHow do I change the bulb?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t460315-elna_9008_envisionI bought a Elna 9008 Envision from a frien but she cannot find the cables or manual, anybody know where I can try to get these?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1211181-elna_pro_dc_5_stitch_width_leverThe "finger"on my DC Pro 5 broke when I let a bunch of high school aged girls make parts of their costumes. Don't ask me how or why it broke, it just did while I was overcasting a seam! I wrote Elna and asked them where I should take my machine since...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1326135-elna_sewing_machine_timing_outI've got an Elna series sewing machine, and the timing has gone out, the needle is hitting the bottom bobbin case too soon so is'nt sewing, I think that the timing has gone out on the motor, I've taken the covers of the machine and cleaned it up...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1212898-elna_carina_serviceCan any sewing machine repair shop service my Elna Carina? ?It is about 20 yr old and I have not have it serviced because it has run so well. ?I have done the basic clean with air, alcohol, and oil, but it's time for the real thing. ?My zip code is...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1175611-elna_su_missing_stiches_breaking_threadMy elna SU ( about 1979 ) got the thread tangled around the outside of the bobbin. I loosened two screws and then was able to get the thread out. I then put the two screws back in and then the bobbin and then rethreaded the machine. If I sew a...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t941180-machine_tensionElna 6003. I can't find my manual and am having problems with the tension on straight stich please can you help.Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1188048-1967_elna_star_series_supermaticMachine has stopped working completely. Any advise for cleaning and trying to figure out what is wrong and how to get it going againFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1202011-1972_elna_model_62cI need to replace a broken camstack drive gear on my elna model 62C. any pics of how to start removing old broken gear? i have two identical elnas, so can refer to the intact one. just need a schematic to start. thanks, jeannieFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1177947-elna_walking_footCould anyone tell me how to install a walking foot on my Elna SUFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1170163-elna_9000_presser_footWhen I release the presser foot (down) it goes VERY slowly and does not seem to go all the way down, therefore the material is not tight against the plate. Is this a cleaning issue?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t892495-shuttle_needsmy shuttle needs to be realined can I do this myself it goes half way round then stopsFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1080831-elna_contessa_320_sewing_machineI am looking for a manual for an Elna Contessa 320 sewing machine please. Can anyone help? Thanks EilinFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1172060-elna_supermatic_made_in_switzerlandVolts 115 AC & DC AMP 0.85 WATTS 90(?) TYPE 722010 Color light grey/drk grey The problem that I am having is with the bottom thread. I will follow the manual that I just found on a website. I've now downloaded it. It is the same one I...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1111301-replacing_bobbin_case_elna_6005I put the bobbin in and machine lock up, I need to know where the under under part need to be, to place the bobbin case in...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t744097-elna_6003_just_stopped_workingI was winding a bobbin, the sewing machine made a straining noise and it stopped. The light won't go on and the machine will not work. Any guess as to what the problem could be? I'm thinking a new motor, fuse...? And with problems finding parts,...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t753330-bobbin_winding_clear_off_screenI have an Elna 6003 and was winding bobbins. However, now the 'bobbin winding' description will not clear off the screen and display stitch width and length. The machine will sew, but I can't tell what stitch etc I am using. Any suggestions other...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t753451-bobbin_windingWhenever I try to wind a bobbin the thread does not go onto the bobbinevenly. What can I do to get a smooth even tightly wound bobbin?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t828888-retime_machinemy needle wont pick up my bobbin thread, I tried changing the needle and everything else obvious. Can I retime it myself, How?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t849369-elna_primula_410_bobbin_winding_questionInherited my mother-in-law's old Elna 410 sewing machine, without a manual. Nice machine, sews like a dream, but I cannot for the life of me figure out how to make it wind the thread on the bobbin. On my newer Brother machine, simply sliding the...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t930090-needle_alignment_serger_model_l5The needles on the top part of the machine hit the top of the presserfoot. Nowhere for the needles to go throughFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1047385-stop_safety_purposesWhen sewing it seems the bobbin thread tangles but I can't find anything caught and then I get a message that reads Stop for Safety Purposes. I can't find any diagnostics in my manual; what do you suggestFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1049834-elna_700I have an elna 700 and one of the thread holders at the top of the machine just broke and fell into the machine. The place I usually take it to just closed... anyway I can at least get the part out of my machine? I tried to just see if i could get...Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1051795-elna_700_partsdoes anyone know how to get parts for an older machine other than having a registered dealer get the parts from Switzerland?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1051820-elna_700Anyone know if you can get parts for elna machines that are old other than a registered dealer, like maybe ebay or something?Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1081736-steamer_elna_press_electronicI Inherited an Elna Press Electronic without a manual. How does the steam/vapor gadget work. How does it heat up? It does not seem to engage when I turn the machine on. Many thanks TerriFri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMThttp://www.fixya.com/support/t1090567-elna_9000_says_something_like_bre_willI unscrew a little behind the foot and then tried to rescreew it. I was trying to get a new walking foot to fit on it. Then this bRe comes up and none of the button will work and it will not sew.Fri, 05 Dec 2008 14:58:37 GMT