ZestWrench Electric Knitting Machine Adapter - Addi /Sentro Honest review with VERY IMPORTANT TIPS!

[@cakebatter550]

Great tips. My takeaway from this video is 1)go slow and use good yarn 2)rest the machine after 15 min 3) claw weight not recom. 4) don’t leave it unattended. 😊

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@cakebatter550 those are my tips so far! Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@etorres1890]

Thank you for showing us how to use this adapter and still take good care of our machines. 😊❤

[@knitsofold]

Thanks for the review. I want to hack a mini sewing machine so that the foot pedal and reverse button can be adapted to the Sentro or Addi. That would be great for people who are older, arthritic or not able bodied, or where a complex pattern requires both hands. The other option would be a treadle like in the treadle sewing machines or spinning wheels.

[@janodonnell2730]

Were you able to adapt the electric piece with a foot pedal??

[@judypetett888]

I think I will stick with my compact driver. I can stop it at any time, turn backward, cast off as usual, go at a slow speed, and not have to use any weight with my favorite yarns. Thanks for showing this. Your tips are very appreciated.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@judypetett888 for sure! If that works great for you then that’s wonderful!

[@mamapooki49]

I’m finding tucked stitches with my Sentro adapter too. Thanks for the tip I’ll keep my eyes open.

[@lindatracey3412]

I think you have just answered my prayers! I really like to use my Sentro machine but I am disabled with arthritis and cranking the handle for more than a few minutes is really painful. I was thinking of selling my machine. Now you have reviewed this adapter I think I will be able to keep my machine. Thank you so much x

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@lindatracey3412 that warms my heart! I would just really encourage you to make sure you purchase yarn that you know runs well through your machine. I put a link for the Sentro one in the description below the video. If you purchase one please click on the link to take you to your Amazon. Thanks my friend!

[@Pammy_Yolo]

I don't have this but I do have the piece to use hubby's drill. I love it! Saves so much time and the pain in my hand from cranking. ❤

[@elizabethbrignoni7448]

Thank you for showing this video. My hands just aren’t what they used to be. It’s getting harder now harder the pain is real. The price has me rethinking. You know you have to pick your battles on a fixed income but I’ll save n now I’ll get one. Thank you ❤

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@elizabethbrignoni7448 so sorry that you have pain. 😢

[@elizabethbrignoni7448]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet thank you. Funny all of a sudden it feels you get old. You’re doing fine now then… it all hits you at once. That’s life. 🥴

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@elizabethbrignoni7448 yes, that’s true! I feel it too! 😏🥰

[@raquelreyes8573]

Hi i just received my new Adapter and i saw your video thank you so much now i will try to install the adapter I don't remember if you mention when you are going to change yarn do i stop a few needles before the black needle and hand crank to the starting point you are amazing i just love your videos again thank you many blessings

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@raquelreyes8573 Thank you! Yes, I would stop half a row before the change and hand crank.

[@pamtanner281]

This video came out at the perfect time for me. My adapter is in the box waiting for me to install on my machine. I feel less apprehensive about getting it after watching your video. Thank you for your review and tips!😊

[@KleintoonseBreiwinkel]

Thanks so much for the review. I have had this gadget in my Amazon shopping basket for a while now but wasn't sure if I should get it. Now I can safely do so. With all the blankets that I am making this will save my shoulder! Take care Shelley and have an awesome day.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@KleintoonseBreiwinkel your welcome! Have fun!

[@jasonsdodd]

thanks for the video. seems like more babysitting than i'd be comfortable with. might as well just do it manually.

[@Helens.crochet389]

You always amaze me at how fast you make things manually. There’s no stopping you now Shelley 😂😂❤ 10 min max can do lots of rows. I would think the plastic needles and gears in the Addi would heat up also if run longer. However, I’m going to stick with the hand crank. My eyes can’t keep up with it at that speed😂😂

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@Helens.crochet389 Hello! Haven’t chatted in a while! Hope you are doing well! I will not use this for all projects. Just for certain ones but it should be fun.

[@Helens.crochet389]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet haha i’ve been hiding in the background. Those would be great for blankets or any long tube project. Oh and it would sure save the arm !!!. 😂😂

[@sonyaneal1209]

I may get this for my oldest Addi and when I want to do patterns (changing colors, wrapping, etc) I can use my new Addi. This will work great for my donation hats, scarves, and blankies. Thanks for the info!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@sonyaneal1209 your very welcome!

[@paulakers2120]

Thank you for sharing this adapter. I purchased one and haven’t used it yet. This is encouraging!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@paulakers2120 I’m so glad! 🙂

[@TheMzTR]

This gaget helps u work smarter & not harder...luving it! However, this knitting machine is the Cadillac knitting machine & I can only afford the Sentro knitting machine. I brought 22pin, 40pin, & 48 pin on Temu. I recvd all 3 put haven't experienced the use of knit yet. Im still watching KZbin trying to see how to cast on with such poor eyesight I have right now. I live in Northeast NJ & it gets very cold her NJ/NY area. My planned is to make All my holiday gifts from the heart this year 🎉 Tks for sharing ur knowledge with us 😊

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@TheMzTR you will love your sentros too. Remember there is a learning curve and cheap, course yarn will only frustrate you. 🙂

[@TheMzTR]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet Do u know if this gadget will it work on the Sentro brand???

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@TheMzTR there is a ZestWrench adapter made for the Sentro. Link is in the description below the video. 🙂

[@karenrichardson188]

I just ordered one. Thanks for the recommendation. Looking forward to using it.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@karenrichardson188 oops! Total slip of the finger when I hit the thumbs down! Hahaha! So sorry! I am glad you ordered one! I hope we both love them! Haha! I’ve only used it today! Many more times to come! 💕

[@lunasmum6869]

Interesting! It does depend on the cost but it certainly would be a vast improvement on using the electric screwdriver. Thanks for reviewing it. I'm off to see if it is available here and what it costs. I like the way it stops for you to turn direction when panel knitting. That would allow time for the yarn to be pulled tighter at the edge.Thanks again! I've just looked and it is not a bad price! Perhaps it will make me use my Addi machine more.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@lunasmum6869 please use the link below the video in the description box to direct you to the item. It’s a small way to support my channel. Thank you so much! 🙂

[@pamlambert7181]

I am getting me one of those . my shoulder is killing me getting ready for Christmas markets LOL

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

I hope you like it and that it helps your shoulder.

[@deeford9267]

Thank you, hooked it up and it works great🎉 no more tired arms

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@deeford9267 awesome!

[@SimplySuja126]

Thanks for your honest review, I just dropped it in my basket and used your link :-)

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@SimplySuja126 you are so sweet! Thank you my friend! 😍

[@lindakelso1221]

This is a wonderful improvement to the motor I have. Thank you so much❤😊!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@lindakelso1221 your very welcome!

[@MariechristineSeckinger-if6lj]

Bonjour Merci pour cette vidéo très enrichissante de conseils. Je possède moi aussi le tricotin addi king size et le sentro. Ma question est Peut-on commander pour la France. S'il vous plaît.

[@caitlinreum100]

Thanks for the review! I need to get one!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

Your very welcome!

[@suecummings7650]

Just saw that they have one for the sentros too!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@suecummings7650 awesome!! Maybe I need to get that one as well! Thank you for telling me. I will link it in the description as well for those who have Sentros

[@kathywinn2617]

I just got my Zest Wrench yesterday to use specifically on my Addi 22. It works like a charm!! The only little problem is that the digital counter is 5 rows behind the analog counter on the machine. I thought that it might be due to the size of the 22 needle machine because it has approx. half the number of needles as the big one but I haven't tried it on my big Addi yet. But that's very minor...

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@kathywinn2617 I didn’t think it fit the 22 needle Addi! I think the counter moves depending on how many rotation the adapter handle does that’s why it slowly get one row behind on a 100 row project on the 46 needle. I tried hooking it up to the 22 and it didn’t work.

[@kathywinn2617]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet What part specifically didn't work for you on the 22? Can I help??

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@kathywinn2617 I hooked it up and it didn’t turn. I will definitely try again. I thought it was only meant for the 46 needle!

[@francenebrown2423]

Thank you!!! I love your videos ❤️

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@francenebrown2423 Thank you my friend!

[@thecraftincountrybumpkin]

How did the row counter do? Did it keep the same number as the Addi? Thanks for the video 😊

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@thecraftincountrybumpkin oh mercy…. I forgot to mention it. It was one row behind. Not sure where on the barrel it counts the row change. Hmmmm!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@thecraftincountrybumpkin I just updated the description below the video because I forgot to say! Ugh! It was one row behind. I’m wondering if it’s because the counter on the adapter changes at a different place than the Addi.

[@Pammy_Yolo]

​@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochetmy row counter broke from using my husband's drill 😂🙄 I bought another one on Amazon.

[@thecraftincountrybumpkin]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet thank you so much, I was afraid you may have said and I just missed it. But you may be right about that.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@Pammy_Yolo Good to know!!! I will likely only use the slow mode and will not use it on every project.

[@palmerhusky]

I'm looking to buy one of these for my Addi...how long is the power cord that included with the package. the listing on Amazon doesn't say and I cant find any information on it by searching google. I need to know in case I need to modify the set up I have for my machine in some way.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@palmerhusky approx. 58 inches

[@HeatherSaltas]

This is awesome! Will it work on the addition express too?

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@HeatherSaltas It does not work on the Addi Express Professional. (22 needle)

[@HeatherSaltas]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet good to know thanks!

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@HeatherSaltas according to one persons comments above, it does work on the 22 needle! Yahoo!

[@Dianemc79]

I’d be worried about stripping my gears but it does seem to go at the same speed as hand cranking. I’m going to think about it. It definitely would be a time saver

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@Dianemc79 I was worried about that as well. I mention it in the video and then tell you that I do not think it will.

[@Dianemc79]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet. I went ahead and ordered it. I make hats for charity and this will really save my arm…. I’ll let you know once I get it

[@Dianemc79]

I just received the adapter and it was very easy to install. I made a hat and I used low speed. I made 102 rows there were no drop stitches. However there was a little bit of a learning curve with tension as I was going along. I found that if I just let the yarn feed by itself, it went a lot smoother so far so good

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@Dianemc79 I found the same thing to be true. Let it feed itself. Just make sure that it is loose and untangled coming out of the ball. 💕

[@Dianemc79]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet exactly! Thanks so much for your review!

[@HJKelley47]

When I manually turn my handle, my claw weights get stuck at one or more of the 4 screw points as well. When it goes faster does it overheat sooner? For the cost of this adapter it should last longer than 10-15 minutes at a time and then you have to turn it off for 10 minutes and let it rest. I just completed a Christmas project for 40 children from Big Brothers & Big Sisters and this gadget would have been of help.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

You can go a lot longer. I trust people will figure that out as they go. It is a learning curve for me as well.

[@dianethompson5482]

Hi Shelley; for the plug do they change it for the different countries? I'm in New Zealand.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@dianethompson5482 I have no idea! But according to the comments under the video one subscriber made it sound like they did not.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@dianethompson5482 there is a battery pack on it so you can do that if the plug doesn’t work.

[@dianethompson5482]

​@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochetthanks Shelley

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

I have looked and researched and I don’t see any battery. I am not sure what the comment actually meant now.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

I’m deleting my battery comment so I don’t lead anyone else astray. There is no battery option from what I can see. Not sure what the person who said there was, meant.

[@raquelreyes8573]

Hi again just wanted to ask you a question i install the adapter to my ADDI 46 its working good the question is does your adapter movs a little when its working and the center wheel look like it will fall off it wiggles while is turning should it do that as for going around to knit i did good only one drop stitch hope you can help

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@raquelreyes8573 yes it does. I don’t want to tighten it cause I dont want to strip the treads. (Treads ….. is that the right word?) lol

[@mazie65]

Interesting gadget.

[@neselain]

Hi Shelley, have you had time to decide if you can make panels with the ZestWrench? I've been trying to find out if the investment is worth it. Thanks.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

I tried it and it or work but it is a bit of a pain cause you have to start and stop it at every end. I like the control on the first needle going in either direction. You could still do that manually and then turn it on till you get to the end of the row but I haven’t tried it enough to know if I’d like it. Sorry.

[@neciecothran2591]

I received mine and love it but notice that it stays lit all the time. I assume this is keeping it on/hot and will shorten the battery life. Is there a way to turn it off ??

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@neciecothran2591 I am new to this gadget as well and am learning like everyone else. I would unplug it every time I am not using it to prevent it from overheating. Does it stay lit when unplugged ?

[@neciecothran2591]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet yes. I was unplugging it but noticed it is always lit.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@neciecothran2591 I just unplugged mine and it shut off. Sorry, I’m not sure. Maybe contact the seller.

[@hazelmom1]

Does these work on the 22 machine 🤔 I have it in my basket

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@hazelmom1 no, sadly it doesn’t. I tried it hoping it would. Please click on the link under the video before ordering. I would appreciate that. ❤️❤️

[@hazelmom1]

I dont have addi king yet when i does ill definitely get it and click the link it will be while doh ​@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet

[@colleenmelton6735]

Shelley, I was wondering. Can you use the regular Addi handle with this? Also wondering if it works on your 22 needle machine. I am just curious, I have decided not to order just yet. I wanted to see how it works for you after several uses. Also wondering if you are going to be trying the one from this company for the Sentro. Thanks for your time. Have a blessed day.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@colleenmelton6735 sorry that I didn’t answer sooner. I tried it on the 22 and it didn’t work. I think it may have been because I didn’t screw it on tight enough because a few people in my Facebook group said they use it with the 22 needle as well. It’s not advertised for the 22. I do not know if the Addi handle fits. I haven’t tried it and I never got a chance to today. I have a busy day tomorrow as well but I will let you know ASAP.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@colleenmelton6735 Hope you had a blessed day as well! 🥰

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@colleenmelton6735 I just tried the Addi handle and no, it is not meant to work with this unit. If you are using the adapter then you really won’t be cranking manually except for the first row or two and that is very manageable with the handle it comes with. No need for a bigger one. The unit can be attached to the 22 needle but it is not a good fit and clearly is not meant for it. It will turn and then stop because you can’t get it to nestle in close enough for the gears. Some have said they use it but I would say that you should not use it on the 22. If it has to be forced it’s clearly not meant for the machine.

[@colleenmelton6735]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet Thank you for taking the time to check this out for me. Thanks to your video and information I am going to order one. It won't be here till November. With patience being a virtue, I should be a very virtuous woman by the time it arrives. Again thank you very much for taking the time. I know you are very busy and it is very appreciated.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@colleenmelton6735 you are very welcome! November? Yes, you are gonna be a saint! Haha

[@nicolacarter5277]

So this works for the Sentro too?

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@nicolacarter5277 no, there is a different one for the Sentro. I have it linked in the description box below the video.

[@satsumamoon]

Why does it make a banging noise when it goes over the black hooks? Mine did that, so I returned it as I couldnt get a reply as to the cause or normality. Yours is the first Ive seen which also has this issue. Has it been a problem?.did it develop issues because of it.? TIA

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@satsumamoon it’s not an issue. All of them do this. The black needles move the counter.

[@satsumamoon]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet How do you know though?

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@satsumamoon because it’s how the counter moves. Everyone’s machine is like that.

[@satsumamoon]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet I went through several videos of people using this knitting mill , solely for the purpose of finding out if this loud click was normal . Its not just a loud click,-clack with mine , its also very difficult to push over that part. Mine stops at the black hooks unless Ive built up some force. Your video is the only one that Ive succeeded in finding another clicking machine, although it does seem that yours does NOT require extra force to push it over the black keys/ counter.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@ ask in any Facebook group. Maybe you will find a majority answer there. Many videos remove the sound and do a voice over. I do not do that. I truly am 100% sure that the three black needles have a louder sound and are a bit tighter to get past because they move the counter. I honestly am confident it’s on all machines. I have 4. Don’t take my word for it though. Ask in some groups.

[@brendahcoyle9512]

My name is Brendah Coyle. I am having a problem with my machine. It skiing 😮on the gears all the time and it is not working right. I have made a lot of hats and I can't stop it from skiing. Would you know what is wrong?

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

My guess is that there are stripped gears on the inside ring.

[@neciecothran2591]

Thnx

[@mostlyparrots2247]

They won't ship to Australia sadly 😔

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@mostlyparrots2247 awe, that’s too bad!

[@Léonieonier]

bonjour votre moteur m interessz mais je le trouve pas sur amazon

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@Léonieonier check the description below the video for the link.

[@caitlinreum100]

What kind of yarn does your machine like the most?

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@caitlinreum100 my three favorites are Caron Latte Cakes, Lion Brand Heartland Yarn and Bernat Premium.

[@galindawright840]

My 22 Addi comes in a few hours and my big addi comes Saturday, can’t wait. I did buy the zest wrench for the Sentro and it worked beautifully for 18 rounds, it just stopped moving, no knots nothing stuck but the motor was still running. I uninstalled and reinstalled the device. It worked great for another 22 rounds and stopped but motor still running just not turning. I returned it. Now im afraid to buy the one for the addi.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@galindawright840 im excited for you that you are getting Addi’s. You will love them. Thanks for the info on the adapter. I hope mine holds out. However, I don’t plan on using it with every project.

[@galindawright840]

@@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet I do have the attachment for the sentro but not the addi I don’t think they are the same handles

[@galindawright840]

Ps I love your videos and have been lost in them off and on the whole weekend. Thanks for the hard work you put into them

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@galindawright840 no they are not.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@galindawright840 Thank you so much for being a part of my channel community. Please join my facebook group as well. I’d love to have you participate there as well. 🥰

[@marietje71]

👍

[@francenebrown2423]

I purchased a Zest Wrench for my 48 Pin Sentro. My Sentro has a cap in the handle that does not pop out. The Zest Wrench will not work for these machines. It requires an additional gear piece that is not included with the Zest Wrench for Sentro 48 pin machines. The Zest Wrench for 48 pin machines will only work if your 48 pin Sentro has a cap that pops off on the crank handle. Hopefully in the future the Zest Wrench producers figure this out. I sent them a message and left a comment in the review. But for now if you don’t own a Sentro 48 where the cap pops out you can’t use a Zest Wrench.

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@francenebrown2423 that is very disappointing. So sorry it didn’t work for you.

[@josephineacampora6977]

Did this cost 459.00 dollars?

[@koalaknitsandknacksaddicrochet]

@@josephineacampora6977 no it did not. Just over $90. Click on the link in the description under the video and it will take you to the product.

[@fel944]

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