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Debbie Higham Posted on Feb 12, 2018
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I have been given a Stitchmaster 1978 sewing machine but can’t see to get the top threading correct. I do not have a manual and can’t find one online! Any advice gratefully received.

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You can try looking at some web sites & videos for threading sewing machines. Most machines thread similarly so you may find something close to your machine. Remember to ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot when threading the top thread.

Stitchmaster sewing machine threading Google Search

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Feb 26, 2008

SOURCE: threading a sewing machine

What do you mean you are unable to pull the bobbin thread through, elaboration would help solve the problem...
I suspect I'm having the same problem with you if it's anything to do with the top thread looping around in the bobbin holder.

Damn machine!

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 20, 2008

SOURCE: Bobbin thread breaks

Make sure your bobbin thread is turning clockwise as it sits in the bobbin case. There is a screw on the outside of the bobbin case you can turn with your thumb slightly to adjust tension. If you dangle the case from the thread and give it a light ****, it should move down slightly when doing so-an indicator of good bobbin tension.

jferin

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  • Posted on Jul 31, 2008

SOURCE: white 3-4 thread overlock speedylock model 1600 sewing machine manual needed

Manuals for all types of sewing machines can be downloaded from sewingmanualss.com.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 07, 2009

SOURCE: Not picking up the Bobbin thread

Sounds like you have to take off the throat plate and clean out threads under it.  Sometime they ball up and prevent the needle from going down and catching the bobbin thread. You can't see themuntil you take off the plate.  Follow the directions.  It is easy.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Mar 20, 2009

SOURCE: how to thread sewing machine

Yes, but it is a good basic machine.
Here's how to thread it:
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Beginning with the spool, guide the thread through the thread guides to the tension assembly. Pull the thread through the tension assembly and test it to make sure the tension is working correctly.
(To do this test, adjust your tension setting to normal or medium or 5 or something in the middle. Raise the presser foot and pull the thread through the tension. It should pull easily!! Lower the presser foot and pull the thread. It should pull noticeably harder.) If it passes this test, continue up through the take up lever,then down through the thread guides to the needle. Make sure your needle is fully inserted and turned the correct way.( If you load your bobbin case from the left side,the needle rule is normally FLAT to the RIGHT is RIGHT. There are some exceptions. If you have a newer style drop in bobbin or your bobbin case loads in the front then the rule is FLAT to the BACK.

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Necci 752 manual is needed.problem with threading and stitching

Hm, I'm not able to locate a manual but may be able to offer some suggestions.

Remove the top thread from the machine.
AVOID OLD OR BARGAIN BIN THREAD!
Use the same thread in top and bobbin.
Be sure to use a brand new needle--needs to be compatible with the thread and fabric of the project..
ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot and rethread from the beginning.
Set the top tension to the midway point.
Verify the bobbin is loaded and threaded correctly and it turns the correct direction.
Pull the bobbin thread up through the fabric before taking the first stitch. It also helps to hold both thread tails in your left hand when taking the first stitches.
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Why would that thread break?

Hello, Pat -

Which thread on your sewing machine are you referring to? With either the top thread or the bottom (bobbin) thread, the problem is most likely due to the tension.

Another reason for the top thread breaking could because the machine is not threaded correctly.

If you have the owner's manual for your sewing machine, check it for the settings for the top thread tension and for the correct threading. Also, check the manual for information on the bobbin (bottom) tension.

This web page gives some generic information on sewing machine tensions:
https://www.thespruce.com/easily-adjust-sewing-machine-tension-2821432

Another option is that you are using old cotton thread to sew with. Over time cotton thread deteriorates and breaks easily. I only know this from personal experience. :)
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Remove both, the top thread and the bobbin from the machine.
Re-check your owner's manual then re- thread the bobbin and install it in the machine. (Make sure the bobbin is turning the correct direction.)
Re-check the instructions for threading the top thread.
ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot and re-thread the top thread following the thread path shown in the manual.
Start with the top tension set at the midway point between low and high number--then tweak it for your current project.

AVOID old or bargain bin thread!!!!

Sometimes, installing a brand new needle will help. A new needle should be installed every 8 hours of sewing time! A damaged needle will cause a great deal of sewing havoc but is really inexpensive when resolving sewing issues.

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Model 17329. just purchased a Quigg sewing machine but am not threading it correctly. can you direct me to a picture?

Did you not receive an owners manual? I bought my basic machine in 1973. Refer to the manual all the time.
Since your machine is new, I would go back to the seller, and request an "owner's manual." They owe you that.
Sewing machines are 'cranky' about being threaded correctly.
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Not knowing the make & model of the machine limits out ability to help. What is Step 4? When threading the top thread, ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot. Verify that the thread path is correct--mis-threading is a frequent cause of broken thread.

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Get a manual for your machine so you know how to properly thread the machine - you need to be sure the thread goes through the guides in proper sequence and - ALWAYS thread a sewing machine with the presser foot up.

You need to be sure the bobbin thread is feeding in the correct direction from the bobbin spool and through the correct guides.

Check the needle to see if it is installed correctly and is not bent.

Most sewing machine needles are installed with the flat side toward the back of the machine.

After proper threading and bobbin feeding, hold onto the top thread tail and lower the needle down and back up to pull up the bobbin thread.

Take both thread ends under the presser foot and to the back of the machine.

You did not provide the make and model of your machine so I can only suggest if you do not have a manual, search the Internet. Singer and Brother have downloads. Sewusa has many brands/models.
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