Is my sewing machine possessed by evil spirits?

Yes, your machine is indeed possessed. You need to perform the correct ritual with cloth and rotary cutter to dispel the evil spirits. If you do not know the correct ritual, send me a FQ and I'll be happy to perform it for you.

Wendy

Leslie & The Furbabies > Frequently, when I use my walking foot, the screw that holds the

On Sun, 4 Feb 2007 09:44:04 -0600, Leslie & The Furbabies in MO. wrote (in article ):

I have that problem every once in a while. Usually, I just haven't tightened the screw enough. I guess there is a little screwdriver for that screw included in the accessory box for a reason.

Maureen

Did you hand-tighten the screw, Leslie, or use the screwdriver? I used to hope hand-tightening would be enough for the needle and the foot, with mine; but I had a couple of loosening incidents, so now I use both screwdrivers every time. That might not be it, of course, but that's what I would try first. . In message , Leslie & The Furbabies in MO. writes

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Yes. If you send me half your stash, I will perform an exorcism for you. ;-)

My Janome has never done that, but I periodically do the mystic spell to keep my machine running smoothly and efficiently. If you want the spell, you can send me 7 (magic number) and I will send you the spell. If you send me

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LOL! Good one! KJ

That has happened with my Elna when using the walking foot. I've decided that I need to check the needle screw periodically when quilting. I did ask at the dealer about it; they suggested making sure the needle screw is tightened securely, using the screw driver if necessary.

Julia > Frequently, when I use my walking foot, the screw that holds the

My Janome does the same thing.... not often just at random and totally unexpected times. Also, the foot will come loose and jiggle off if I don't tighten it up evry little bit. I'm pretty sure my machine vibrates more than most and I don't know why. I mostly try to remember to reach up and tighten the foot screw and the needle screw both every so often.

Sunny

Leslie, I have this happen occasionally. I used to just really make sure the needle screw was tight, using the screwdriver to tighten the needle screw. But----*This is a very bad idea*. If you tighten the needle screw too much it forces the needle off straight and can damage your machine. My tech says that the needle screw should be "finger tight plus a scant bit more with the screwdriver." You are right about the walking foot (or any other foot that uses the needle screw bar to coordinate the needle and foot) can loosen the needle. Best thing to do is to make a habit of checking the needle screw (and make sure the needle is all the way "up" in place) frequently. It usually happens when I am sewing along fairly fast too. sigh. I happens a lot when using a ruffler too... usually in the middle of a yards long ruffle.

You might also try setting the machine on something to help dampen the vibrations. Even a piece of the "rubber" shelf liner mesh helps some.

Pati, in Phx

Leslie & The Furbabies > Frequently, when I use my walking foot, the screw that holds the

LOL. Mine use to be quite noisy/squeaky. I put a very small smeer of Vaseline around the inside of the leaver (the fork part that goes over the screw) and it is much quieter. That kind of lubrication might also help keep the screw from coming loose.

You could try using a small amount of loctite on the threads of the screw. Make sure you get the one that is removable (I *think* blue is removable and red is permanent). It will help the screw stay in until you want to remove it. You would find it in the hardware section.

Lisa

Gee, Wendy/Frood works much cheaper than Kathy A. for the sm exorcism. Wonder how I go about comparing the quality of their work? hmmmmmmm...... I'll need to see both of your resumes and reference letters from your former clients and..... LOL

Leslie (wish> "Leslie & The Furbabies in MO." wrote in

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You get what you pay for... ;-P

Hey! I have thousands... erm.. hundreds... or maybe even ones of satisfied customers!

Wendy

Kathy Applebaum wrote:

What a clever idea, Lisa! Next time I use the walking foot that comes loose, I'm going to try it.