In the event that your Vocalist Quantum Beautician 9980 isn't playing out the needle change and won't sew, there could be a few issues. To begin with, guarantee the machine is strung accurately, and the bobbin is appropriately embedded. Check in the event that the needle is embedded accurately and not harmed. On the off chance that the issue continues, counsel the client manual for investigating tips or consider reaching Artist client assistance for additional help.
Lois, all questions need full 'make model (what it is) please. Futura is a range of models so ''Singer Futura' isn't specific enough. Add the model number after the word 'Futura' and press enter.. You can also look for the Service Manual. There is one in the link, but no Error 20.
https://www.google.com/search?q=Singer+Futura+Error+20
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DON'T cut lumps out of your machine. There will be a sequence you use to remove the parts you need to access to the gears more easily. The Youtuber you referred to sounds like they have zero knowledge when it comes to these older style machines.
'Note' Some of the gear mount nuts are on a "Reverse" thread meaning you turn them the 'wrong' way to get them off.
My limited knowledge is more on the much older hand crank and treadle machines.
Try the Youtube link below for a channel called 'Andy Tube'. He has a good reputation for correct repair methods. The link is for a 758 but they're both Touch and Sew machines.
You could also try the Facebook group 'Vintage Singer Sewing Machines' as they have loads of knowledge about loads of different machines.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxd5hKjGBlE
Page 72 of the full manual may help, if you didn't have this manual when you bought your machine.
Hope this helps.
https://www.singer.com/search/support?title=5705
Manuals Library (manualslib) is the best site for manuals by a country mile. I just opened this one in less than a second. the website www.manuals.is has it, but it is not a good viewing format.
it sounds like something has happened to the cam gears thatdo the decorative stitches, which means the sewing machine needsto be checked..but before you have the machine checked,, make sure all the dial that are used for decorative stitches are at the right settingone missed setting can cause a lot of problems
The user's manual for the Singer Athena 2000 is a free download from the Singer Sewing Machine site. It will show you how to thread your machine properly. A heads-up, though--the presser foot MUST be UP when you thread ANY machine from ANY manufacturer, going back at least a century!
It is not uncommon for some Singer sewing machines to not have a model number. However, if you are still unsure about the authenticity of your Singer Inspiration sewing machine, you can contact Singer customer service for assistance. But the following link shows the number provided to the model. SINGER 4212' INSPIRATION ' Supra Enterprises Corp (suprasewingmachines.com)
