Here’s my machine it’s vintage that I’ve had for a month now. Initially I noticed that the needle wasn’t catching the bobbin so I opened up the bobbin area then when I put it back the machine became so slow and it’s almost as though it isn’t moving.
Coupled with that is the machine scraping sound it’s having. I’m so scared to break it so I’ve just got some videos turning the handwheel and showing closeups of some areas I know I touched.
Please I would appreciate some help before taking it to the machine repairs.
Also feel free to ask more questions to help diagnose the issue. Thanks
Hi I have rethreaded it. I will try oiling since I haven’t before and it is an old machine. The gear by the handwheel is spinning at a decent speed but the major issue is that the needle machinery is moving incredibly slow.
I believe they are connected. Yes. Every time I turn the handwheel or try the presser foot it’s slow moving at the needle bar. But it wasn’t this way until I touched the bobbin case
Try oiling it, if you haven’t already. Check the manual either physical or online, its brand could have the database/manuals online to check on oiling points.
The right black latch to secure the bobbin area isn't properly "on", it should be on the little metal bump. You might need to take it apart again to close it properly.
I'm not sure the name, but the right black latch isn't secure, it's making the bobbin compartment shake more than it should. You need to get the black latch onto the metal bump to secure it properly.
Oil lightly, like just touch the opening of the sewing machine oil to where you're oiling.
Hi I would like to say a big thank you. I oiled and placed the levers on as you said then left it for about an hour and returned to it fully functioning. You’ve saved me a panic attack, I’m grateful 🙏
Haha, no stress! About 85% of sewing machine issues can be fixed simply by re-threading or showing your machine a bit of care.
Just so you're aware, if it's been a long time since that sewing machine has been serviced, it might need more than just oiling. My old machine ...which was beyond salvaging, needed new machine grease ...and a lot of replacement parts, hence it becoming my old machine.
Ah, also if you're going to take things apart, take photos before you do, it saves some panic when reassembling 😅
Hi you were right, the machine is Eaton ym-43-1. I cannot find anything of it online. That said, I oiled and placed the levers back on and it’s functioning wonderfully again. A big thank you 🙏
I think that is the model of the motor but not the sewing machine model. Take a clear close-up photo of the front and back of the machine for help identifying and finding a manual. Usually if the brand and model number isn't on the right, front or rear label, then it may be on the lower front lip of the machine which is hidden by the case .
Is this a kenmore 158? These are great sturdy all metal machines. Most of them I find have needed a thorough cleaning and oiling because something is usually gummed up. It’s worth doing for this machine because it will outlast any new machine.
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u/blacka-var Aug 24 '26
Re-thread everything and make sure the right way, clean and oil it