How to Care for a Treadle Sewing Machine

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March/April 1975
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DRIVE BELT: Keep it moderately tight. If it's too loose, cut out a section of leather (not too much!), punch a new hole and replace the clip.

BREAKING UPPER THREAD: The following are possible causes:

[1] The machine is threaded improperly.
[2] The needle is too small for the thread.
[3] The upper tension is too tight.
[4] The eye of the needle is rough.
[5] The point of the shuttle has become blunt.

BREAKING LOWER THREAD:

[1] The lower tension is too tight.
[2] The bobbin is wound too full.
[3] The shuttle is dirty.
[4] The hole in the needle plate may be rough (polish it with a smooth pointed instrument). 1

PUCKERING:

[1] Too much tension in one or both threads.
[2] Too much pressure on the presser foot.

SKIPPED STITCHES:

[1] The needle is the wrong size, or too fine for the thread.
[2] The needle is dull or bent.
[3] The point of the shuttle has become blunt.

If your machine still fails to operate in spite of your efforts or if you have a rotary sewer or other unusual type -you might try to locate a repair book. One helpful work I found in the library is

Sincere's Sewing Machine Service Book

by William Ewers, an easily understood manual that covers both old and new models. The third edition (1971)is available for $9.95 from Sincere Press, P.O. Box 10422, Phoenix, Arizona 85064.

100 and over 000 0 9 For the very finest work 80 to 100 00 8 11 For the fine underclothing, etc. 60 to 80 0&A 1/2 14 For ordinary sewing 40 to 60 B 1 16 For medium heavy fabrics 30 to 40 C 2 18 For heavy work

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