How to oil in singer sewing machine 4423 - Singer Sewing Machines

Be sure the bobbin winding spindle is full to the left.

You may need to clean/oil the machine.

http://www.menwhosew.com/how-to-clean-and-oil-the-singer-heavy-duty-sewing-machines/

Only if she can't hit the very HIGH notes anymore!

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check this out!

http://homeappliance.manualsonline.com/manuals/mfg/singer/4423.html

download it!

Consult the owner's manual. Oiling a machine incorrectly could damage the machine. Use only fresh sewing machine oil recommended by the manufacturer.

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The slider on the back of the machine that raises or lowers the dogs is incapable of dislodging the thingamajig when it is gently lodged on the shaft.

did you get a manual with it, it will tell.
singer has a free pdf download here's the link
http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/1248_4423_heavy-duty_esf.pdf

Re: Reverse feed dogs on Singer 4423 Remove extension table so you can see switch on BACK of machine @ left side. Flip switch to raise feed dogs up. If machine actually sewing in reverse - check n Buttonhole adjustment. Reset it (located bottom right side machine) Jimmy

Copy and paste into your browser, David: http://www.singermachines.com Go down handy free list I found for you to fix timing. Did this help? Jimmy

Hello,

you will be needing help from the service manual of your machine. The problem of buttonhole and how to solve it is discussed on page 28 of the service manual.

Click here: http://www.promanuals.com/serviceparts/singer-4421-4423-sewing-machine-service-manual/

Regards.