Morse zig zag mzz sewing machine needle cutting thread

So your set up to sew zig/zag and only get the zig or the zag : )


Could be top thread tension is too high. Switch to a straight stitch and reduce tension until top thread starts to appear on bottom. Then go back to zig/zag and see if it sews properly.


If still dropping stitches, check the needle is not bent and is fully inserted into the holder. Clean the bobbin, hook, and race per machine instructions. Try reducing the stitch width and see if that makes any difference. If still not right then timing may be off.

It could be possible your machine does not have the capability of changing the needle position. Some older machines did not have that option. Otherwise, there is normally a knob or dial that will move the needle back and forth.

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NICE MORSE 6300 SEWING MACHINE


The manual for the 9500 may be close enough to your machine to be helpful:

http://www.morsemanuals.com/

Looking at the pictures of the 9200, I don't see any dial or knob that could control the needle position.

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For sale online:

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Morse Zig Zag Sewing Machine Manual Fotomatic

Joe, you might try a larger needle than you're using. You might also want to try a larger leather needle. You machine should take needles up to a size 18.

It sounds like the needle you're using is having a problem picking up the bobbin thread, and that might solve it.

Try this site:

Morse Sewing Machine Instruction Manuals and Repair Manuals

You may even send them a photo of your machine to find out what model it is.

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try these links

Morse Push Button Zig Zag Fotomatic Instruction Manual


Morse Sewing Machine Instruction Manuals and Repair Manuals


http://www.mastersewusa.com/info_morse_push_button_zigzag.html

manual for a vintage Morse 550 zig-zag Kathleen, Check the attached links,manuals and guides, Good luck
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Is this machine new to you? Some of the older (but goodie) machines have a needle that defaults to the left. (I have an old Nelco that has this--great machine, just takes getting used to sewing with the needle in that position.)

Otherwise, I suspect the machine needs a thorough cleaning and oiling because the old oil may have dried out and is causing it to seize.

use a couple of pieces of waste material the same as the sweat pants material and sew about an inch long
adjust the needle tension and do it again
repeat the exercise until the top and bottom thread joint at the middle of the two pieces of the material
tension settings on the machine are a loose guide as the thread thickness, material thickness and needle size all have a bearing in the tensions of the thread
so practice and adjust prior to sewing is the way to go

Hello,
Try these solutions.

* Re-thread your needle
It may be threaded incorrectly (backwards).

* Reinsert your needle
Make sure it goes all the way into the holder and that it’s positioned correctly – usually with the
flat side away from the bobbin, but consult your machine’s manual to be sure.

*Change your needle
Your needle may be blunt, bent, or otherwise damaged.

*Your fabric may require a different needle. Generally, heavier fabrics require larger needles and
thinner fabrics, smaller needles. You may also need a larger needle if
you’re sewing through many layers of fabric. And make sure to use a ballpoint needle for knit fabrics and a sharp needle for wovens (or a universal needle for either).
And make sure your needle is appropriate for the type of thread you’re using.

* Adjust the pressure of your pressure foot
It may be too light for your fabric.

* Change your thread
If your upper thread and bobbin threads are different types, try using the same thread for
both. And use a good quality, brand name thread.

* Adjust your thread tension
It may be too tight or too loose.

* Re-thread your machine
It may be threaded incorrectly.

* Change your needle plate
Try switching to a needle plate with a smaller hole (a straight stitch needle plate).

Important: If you change your needle plate, check to make sure your needle aligns perfectly with
this smaller hole before starting to sew. A misaligned needle could hit the plate and break, which
could be dangerous. And make sure to change your needle plate back for zigzag and other wide
stitches.
I hope this helps you.