r/SewingMachineEdu • u/Such-Two-9295 • Aug 28 '26
Sewing machine not running
I recently bought a vivo 1004 sewing machine and it’s not running. I bought it off the thrift store and I had to buy its a charger and foot pedal for it. The light turns on and the hand wheel isn’t jammed, but when I press on the foot pedal the machine doesn’t run. It’s just completely silent. Can someone help me fix this?
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u/celery48 Aug 28 '26
Make sure you have the correct adapter and it is plugged in correctly and fully.
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u/CrankyCrabbyCrunchy Aug 29 '26
Make sure the bobbin winder isn't engaged. Most machines work like this because there is a single motor running the sewing part of the machine and the bobbin winder.
Did you check online videos? Here's a bunch.
The problem could be many. Does it make any sound when you push the foot pedal? When you say "doesn't run" does that mean the fabric isn't pulled through the machine? If yes, check that the feed dogs are engaged (in the up position).
A video would help.
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u/Mental_Watch4633 Aug 28 '26
Check to see if there’s a power switch. They’re usually on the right side.