Singer Heavy Duty - Adjusting Bobbin Tension, Please read the Description before posting questions.

[@mountain-view310]

Last night I opened up my machine I did see that yellow dot but for a million years I would have never thought a screw would be there to tighten. My machine is driving me bananas. I’m trying everything to fix the thread from wrapping around the bobbin area and from pulling in the fabric. Hope this will work. Thanks a million.

[@kevinsews]

Stardust You’re welcome!

[@ianwilliams1448]

Yes. Mine was a used machine. It would always sew about 6-12" before the lower thread knotted up beneath the needle. Sold it in the end..

[@HAELSCODE]

Did it stop the machine from pulling the fabric in?

[@jesusfirstto-the-pointendt4552]

Glory and Praise be to God! I've been trying for a while now to get this bobbin case back into the machine. Finally, I prayed to God and He sent me to this video! Thank you so much! Every other video I've come across did not mention that I might need to unscrew that bar to get the bobbin case out or back in for that matter. Thank you!

[@kevinsews]

You are very welcome!

[@Barbie.Boo1961]

Me as well, just bought my machine and it keeps bird nesting. Glory to Jesus for answered prayers, no matter how simple the request is. God never fails

[@jenniferciari204]

Thank you kind Sir! I just got a Singer 6800C and I’ve been trying for 2 hours to get the tension right before I pick up an old project on a new machine. The manual only discusses top tension thread and I just couldn’t get it right. Watched this video and viola! In 15 min I was up and running! Thank you kindly.

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@galenarayven6720]

I bought my first sewing machine (Janome) twenty years ago and it finally gave out. The bobbin tension was easy-peasy to adjust. I can't believe the ridiculous amount of work it takes with this new Singer machine just to adjust the bobbin tension!! So disappointing. But I thank you for your very helpful tutorial, it saved the day! You rock. ✌️😁

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@callmebowser5636]

Thank you. I was about ready to throw the whole machine trough the window. Having such simple issues when you are new to a machine can be infuriating. I got a new one for Christmas and it is not as easy to understand as my great grandmother's that I have been using for years now. Thank you.

[@kevinsews]

I am glad to hear it was helpful. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@sheenaawad8379]

Many troubleshooting videos out there pointing to incorrect top threading but not showing how to adjust the bobbin thread. Thank you for this. It has saved me a lot of aggravation.

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@nancyphiv9142]

Omgeee, I was putting off fixing my sewing machine for 2 years and THIS WAS ALL I HAD TO DO lol. Thank you for your videos!!!!

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome. I am glad to hear it was helpful.

[@stitchwishes499]

I so appreciate your technical videos for this machine. I was gifted this when I couldn't afford one, and it's turned out to be such a workhorse. It's also fantastic way to learn how to fix and maintain a machine. The manual says not to touch the bobbin tension. I just used a small screwdriver to peel away the sticky yellow gunk over the screw. The screw never shakes out of place after I adjust it, so I don't know why they glued it. I loosen both and remove one of the forward screws, it's easier than the back ones for me. I've oiled the wick under the bobbin once or twice, it makes a big difference.

[@kevinsews]

Stitch Wishes I am glad to help. I am so use to adjusting bobbin tension in my industrial machines that it makes sense to me you should know how to do it in any machine. It is like the sewing machine mfgs. think you only sew with one type of thread, which is the same they test with, so you never need to adjust your bobbin tension. Good for you for oiling the bobbin area. You are correct in that it makes a big difference.

[@tammyjones105]

Thank you for posting this. My machine is 2wks old and I was ready to throw it out the door, but your video helped to fix it and now it's working perfect....

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@teresamariavasquez]

I was about to give up on this machine, no much experience i was frustrated, now I am so happy to see there's a solution 😀 Thank you 😊 💓

[@kevinsews]

Maria Teresa Groetegoed V You’re welcome!

[@elnoralittle]

Omg thank you soooo much- two hours of trying to figure this out then I found YOU!!! Yay for me!!!

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@naubaucat]

I found this video a couple of years ago, and without this I could not have fixed the problem with my machine. In fact I had to find it again , because I forgot about the tension on the bobbin case. Thanks again excellent directions.

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@LDM805]

Where have you been all my sewing life?!?!?! Great video.

[@kevinsews]

Thank you! I am glad to hear it was helpful.

[@bobsmith3605]

Worked perfectly!! Thanks so much. My whole 4452 machine was jammed and would not move in any direction by hand or peddle, so my problem was much more than bobbin tension. At less than six months old and already looking at a service repair, I thought things were really messed up inside somewhere and was really disappointed in the 4452. I followed your excellent instructions, and yes, those inside screws are really tight! That was a great tip, I would have given up trying to move them if you had not mentioned how from the factory they are in there. I finally had to use a screw bit with a small 1/4 inch flat wrench to get them loose. I didn't follow your instructions to leave them in there but took one out to get at the other. It was another good tip because they are tricky to get started back in so much better not to take them out. My bobbin holder was jammed in there and would not slide out as easy as in your video. This convinced me to try and get it loose and out, hoping it would free the machine. Once I gently pried it loose and took it out, the machine moved freely again. More than I every wanted to know about a sewing machine, but thanks again, your video saved me big time.

[@kevinsews]

Thanks for the update! I am glad you worked it all out.

[@graceoluwajuyigbe2403]

Thank you for your video. My problem: I have singer 4432, it has been working fine since I got it but since yesterday I couldn't sew anything the thread bunches up at the bottom. Please how do I fix it? Thank you

[@crissidoll]

Check that your top thread is set up properly, make sure your tension is good (around 5 is usually good) and pull both threads back as you begin to sew.

[@kevinsews]

grace oluwajuyigbe youtu.be/

[@realmelzipan]

THANK YOU!!! I was so spoiled with my older machine (RIP) and never realized it. The replacement I got came with the bobbin thread too loose and suffice to say, You SAVED Christmas!! I'm running behind on getting presents out, but thanks to this video, we're back on track.❤

[@kevinsews]

I am glad it was helpful getting you back on track again.

[@InAHandBasket]

My problem seems to be with the top tension. I have to have the tension on 9 to get a decent stitch. The top looks fine but when you turn it over the loops from the top haven't pulled the bottom thread tight. You can pull the bottom thread right out of the fabric. Does this mean the bottom tension is too tight? I don't see a way to fix the top tension. It is a brand new machine and came with this issue!

[@kevinsews]

Take a look at this video as a starting point. kzbin.info/www/bejne/boWzc2Wvr9xgZ7s If that doesn't help I have another video showing how to tighten the thread tension here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpWplHtrodOhoLs

[@InAHandBasket]

@@kevinsews Thanks for your reply. I think part of my problem was that I was doing upholstery and did have a fine upholstery thread. When I finished with my couch I put the machine away because we would be travelling over the winter months. I ordered a new bobbin case, put in a 14 needle and used different color top and bottom threads, cotton wrapped polyester on the bottom and the top seems cotton but the label is off. I got a decent stitch at 7 top tension. Anything below that and I could still pull the bottom thread out. I watched both above videos and of course the original video. I don't see on the second video here where you take the whole machine apart to clean, where you show how to tighten the thread tension. I looked on your actual page and didn't see the follow up videos (cleaning and tention adjust) but I think they are probably there and I'm just not finding them. Anyway, not comfortable taking a machine apart like that yet. I can work with a 7 tension if I have to but I may try to loosen the original bobbin case tension and see what happens. The new bobbin case seems to work fine, although not sure why I need a seven and not a 5ish for top tension. Was hoping a new machine would work right out of the gate. Don't want to spend more money bringing it for maintenance and also living on an island with only ferry transit makes it a pain.

[@kevinsews]

@@InAHandBasket Okay, thanks for the update!

[@PrairieMom]

I was reluctant to do these steps at first but then I took it apart and found a broken needle inside the casing along with a bunch of dust/fabric fuzz. Now seems to be working perfectly. I feel pretty badass that I fixed my own machine! Great video.

[@kevinsews]

That is great to hear!

[@lawrencejlittle]

I thank you very much for this video it was exactly what I needed and it helped solve the problem I will refer to you and your videos whenever I have issues with my sewing machines thank you

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@natalierix5679]

YOU ARE A GENIUS!! Never called anyone a genius before, but you, you are a GENIUS!!!!!!!!! I think I’ve just fallen in love with you. My thread wouldn’t hold together when I sewed, followed your first video on where the thread should be and it made things better but not fixed, followed onto this video and now my baby is sewing perfectly!!! I am amazed!!!!

[@kevinsews]

Ahhh... thank you so much

[@analaga3228]

Thank you so much this just rescued me from much despair.

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome.

[@teresagrall]

I didn't need to actually mess with my bobbin tension but this video totally helped me get my bobbin case out! I couldn't find any information anywhere about how to actually get my bobbin case out until I saw this video and saw you unscrewing those two little screws on the side. I'd even written the Singer company and their instructions didn't mention it either. Now that I've seen this video, I can get the bobbin case in and out easily! Thank you so much!!!

[@kevinsews]

Teresa Grall You’re welcome!

[@BekaLovesDaniel]

Okay. I guess my bobbin tension is fine as my top always looks perfect but the bottom is loose. Not enough to nest all the time but say for a zig zag ... it's not exactly a zig zag on the bottom. Is it the machine tension or the foot pressure ? I have a singer Heavy Duty 4411 and my kids often play with the foot pressure dial. Please help

[@mewporter]

I have the same question! Any thoughts would be helpful.

[@kevinsews]

Create a video (cellphone?) showing me what you are experiencing and post it on your channel. Let me know once you post it and I'll take a look and see if I can help you.

[@annelisecollette]

This video saved my life!! I have been trying to the machine for DAYS! Did this and voila, I am sewing again. Thanks!!!!!

[@kevinsews]

+Annelise Collette You're welcome! I am glad to hear it was helpful.

[@paov1407]

Thank you so much, finally I can use my machine again!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@regallineage6091]

I am a beginner with sewing machine and it jammed on the first day I began using it! I followed your tutorial and one other that helped me solve a jamming issue. God bless you!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome! I am glad to hear it corrected the problem.

[@mrscatsmrscats62]

WHY are the newer models make it so complicated?????

[@kevinsews]

Convivence is why. People want it. At least they offer these simple mechanical machines still.

[@adamk.5552]

This video was published eight years ago but it is still helpful today. I recently purchased a new Singer denim sewing machine and I had to adjust the bobbin tension as it was a bit too tight and the needle thread was still showing up on the bottom side regardless of the needle tension adjustment. I was getting somewhat positive results at the max. needle tension of 9 but you can't always use the max. tension setting for the needle. Now, I am getting great results at default 4 for the needle. Thank you for posting this video.

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure! I am glad to hear it was helpful.

[@grimesjon1]

Thank you! Wish I would have found this first!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@Funnygenderman]

You sir, are an everyday hero. I was getting ready to bring my machine in, which was very odd, as it's a very new machine. And came across this video. Problem solved and back in action'

[@kevinsews]

Great!

[@vidyapatel5901]

Me too

[@lindaharris454]

Kevin, Could you share for a standard setting what the buttons should be set? Tension = 4 Needle position = Width = Length Thank you greatly!

[@kevinsews]

Buttons or Button Holes?

[@vichy766]

Kevin please leave this vid and your others up for the help they assist. I realize success comes not from getting a better machine, but from practice which threads/materials/speeds work together. It is quite an effort to get going. Like if I had top line basketball shoes, only using them playing basketball will make me better, not just the shoes.

[@kevinsews]

No worries. I will leave them up.

[@MichaelCena08]

My wife made me fix this machine. Appearently the machine was working fine. She just didnt know how to use it -.-

[@kevinsews]

That is great to hear! Thank you!

[@BuhlouBear]

I am planning on buying a Singer, I was told to seek your channel out and to believe in whatever advice you offer.

[@kevinsews]

The current Singer is just a name to put on machines that a Corporation that owns Singer, Pfaff and Husqvarna VIKING. Recently they added Husqvarna VIKING machines to the www.singer.com web site. They have decided to market the Singer machines the lower end and less expensive marketplace. The usually means the quality control is the first thing to go. People go out and buy a Singer Heavy Duty Series at Walmart and something goes wrong and there is no dealer to take it back to for repair. They tell them to ship it to a repair center at their on cost. This is usually close to the machine cost. Then the user trashes the machine online. I am in the process of completely tearing down a machine and showing how to fix timing issues. I am hoping this will help some people going forward that have simply somethow thrown their machine out of timing fix it themselves and get them back to sewing quickly. Unless you pay a lot more for a machine to a Dealer this is what you will have to do. It you want a dealer that will take care of your machine then you will need to generally pay a few thousand dollars for it to get them interested. With all this being said.... how can I help you?

[@Familyaccount-j1f]

Thank you, sir!!! I was gifted and old singer 9005 with no manual years ago and have been off and on trying to figure out how to use it. Got a cheap Aldi machine to learn how to even begin and you just put the last puzzle piece together for me!!! You are a Saint! I was so close to giving up. Thank you!

[@kevinsews]

@@Familyaccount-j1f You’re welcome!

[@stitchlip]

Your videos are truly awesome! Between your thorough instructions on how to clean and oil a Singer Heavy Duty and this one, you saved me a trip to the service centre and a bunch of money! Thank you!!

[@kevinsews]

Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful.

[@stitchlip]

Had a bit of weird tension problems after cleaning and a clunking sound, so I did a bit of trouble shooting based on advice you gave other people: - Took the bobbin case back out - Added a bit more machine oil - Adjusted the bobbin tension a random amount - Put it back in the way you showed here - Added a new needle - Made sure to thread it properly - Tested it with a successful outcome! I noticed that you don't use the little felt liner in the bobbin case. Am I supposed to remove that?

[@kevinsews]

No.

[@Eosch10]

Just wanted to thank you for doing this video...had no idea what was wrong with my machine and now it works great. The yellow paint got in the way of unscrewing the tiny screw, but after some effort it finally turned. So grateful

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome! I am glad to hear it was helpful.

[@AnnieWynn]

Thank you so much! I just bought a display model C7220 and could tell after a short test that the bobbin tension was way too loose. I found your video and then followed your instructions. My tension is perfect now. Your video is the best!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@renevanwyk4053]

I'm not very familiar with top loading bobbin systems but this video helped me to understand how it is put together. I bought a machine off marketplace today and the bobbin casing seemed to be popping up after a few stitches. I fixed it thanks to you.

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@jentlejd]

THANK YOU!!! I'm new to sewing and I just got this machine (first bottom load bobbin too.) I was getting so frustrated with the birds nests and jams. I just found your video and I adjusted the bobbin...it worked! Thank you so much for this video.

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@lisaschrader6292]

I was literally loosing my mind with my machine until I found this video!! Thank you so much! I had my tension set at zero! I didn’t even know bobbin tension was a thing. Also I found another video showing the difference in threads and placement on the machine. I was doing that wrong too!!

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@luciatat4084]

Can you please share the link to that video about threads? I’d really like to watch it!

[@Hartsikasvo]

Thank you so much for your videos with this machine! I just got mine and the instructions i got said nothing about bobbing tension or oiling. So i'm so happy to see these videos. Easy and clear instructions. Just like they should be!

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@alakazamalakazoo680]

Thank you!!! I have been having intermittent tension problems for MONTHS and this has finally solved it after trying 5 or 6 different things. I needed to tighten that screw almost an entire turn.

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@alliehaddon1945]

Thank you so much! Your instructions were easy to follow and to understand. you did not rush and Your video was very clear to hear and understand!!! I haven't used my machine in nearly three years and found a new project and got started and completely forgot how to fix the tension!!!

[@kevinsews]

Allie Haddon My pleasure! I am glad it was helpful.

[@katet.3543]

Thank you this actually helped me fix a tiny problem with the bobbin going back in. When you said it should rock back and forth and hit the stop - my metal stop was sticking out and catching my top thread and that helped me understand what it was there for and I bent it back. Super thx

[@kevinsews]

That is great to hear!

[@janem3224]

This video saved my sanity! I have been fighting for days with bunching. I'd gone through my manual, threaded, re-threaded, wound new bobbins, practically everything. Searched the Internet for causes and fixes. You are the first person I found that said anything about fixing the bobbin thread. I could not find how to tighten the bobbin thread in the manual. Thank you so much!

[@kevinsews]

That is good to hear Jane! Thanks for letting me know.

[@ElvenPrincess2012]

You, sir are an absolute lifesaver! I was on the verge of tears and ready to throw this machine out the window until I found your channel. Thank you thank you thank you!!!! You are a god among men.

[@kevinsews]

You are so welcome!

[@mginglessis]

It helped me today too! almost 10 years after the initial video was uploaded.!

[@kevinsews]

That is great to hear! Thanks.

[@123midnite]

Thank you so much for this! I was dismayed why my new 6700C kept leaving huge loops on the bottom and the upper tension adjustment did nothing. My husband convinced me to go for it and it worked!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome! I glad to hear it helped you.

[@cthomasbydesign]

That is absolutely amazing. Who knew that little yellow thing even existed. Thank you for posting this.

[@kevinsews]

You are welcome!

[@nnjandy]

Thank you! Wish I had seen this great video before purchasing a Janome 5300qdc electronic. The good news is the Singer makes better stitches (and they hold) and because of this video it is back in service. Janome and it’s loose stitches and inability to sew over thin elastic will now be used strictly for piecing.

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@ChloeLewis]

I let some material get sucked through the throat plate and had to take out the bobbin case to unjam it. And then I couldn't figure out how to get the bobbin case back in correctly -- until I found this! Thank you so much!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@michaelkirwan177]

Very enjoyable video and quite informative, too. Not to put too fine a point (no pun intended) on it, but I did notice that you inadvertently "needle-wrapped" the thread when you threaded the needle (see video). I believe this is why the topside tension was slightly greater right at the needle which created just enough added tension to create more 'pull' which drew the bobbin thread upward with slightly greater tension. Thank you for showing the bobbin tension screw's access as this is often overlooked as a common solution to this problem. Your narration was very smooth and informative as I said. Mike Kirwan - Kenmore, WA

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure! I address the issue you pointed out when I uploaded this video a few years ago in the video description area. I guess I should recreate it at some point.

[@mhsbandvideosbyLP]

Thank you so much Kevin! This video showed exactly what I needed to do to fix my bobbin issue! Next time I have a problem with my sewing machine I will definitely turn to your videos for help!

[@kevinsews]

You're very welcome! Thank you!

[@pukimaria6337]

Thank you for your video and your patience answering all the questions. You’re a very kind person, and the world would be a better place if everyone were like you.

[@kevinsews]

Thank you!

[@rosecruz5926]

Thank you! I have been getting very frustrated, I’m so glad you helped me! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@donna3136]

Thank you Kevin. This help me a lot. I have been having problems with my bobbin thread for two days. I knew the thread was to loose but I didn't know how to fix it. So I became inspired and decided to ask youtube, and there you were. I was wondering what that yellow thing was sticking out of my bobbin case. I FIXED MY BOBBIN THREAD, YEA ME!

[@kevinsews]

That is so great to hear!

[@cynicismccp5857]

Me too. I have the same problem after I bought this sewing machine, and I didn't know how to fix. I found several videos in KZbin until I saw this one. This video is very clear and very detail. I found my problem and fixed. Now this machine is perfect! Thank you so much. I am very happy today.

[@kevinsews]

@@cynicismccp5857 Great.

[@clarittag5533]

Thank you so much for the video! Fixed my probelm saving me lots of time and money. Now I know that it was my bobbin tension all along that was giving me so much probelm. Subscribed 👌

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@thereallisamarchbanks]

JUST bought a 6600C and have been struggling with tension. THIS video corrected the problem. THANK YOU!!

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@valeried.9014]

looks like a great demonstration only your finger is is the way when you tighten the tension. Which way do we turn the screwdriver clockwise or counter clockwise please thanks

[@kevinsews]

Remember Righty Tighty Lefty Loosey. So turn to the right to tighten.

[@amesadams47]

Thank you for this video! I’ve been trying to figure out why my thread kept getting stuck and wrapped around the bobbin casing - I didn’t seat the case in right. But your demonstration and explanation of how to reinsert the bobbin case was spot on. Thanks again!! 😅

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome! I am glad to hear it was helpful.

[@kathy_12342]

This video was very helpful. Other videos were not really going in depth with this. Thank you for filming this video.

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@wigticious8649]

Your video is very helpful but I completely removed that yellow thing inside the bobbing case, please what do I do help me.

[@kevinsews]

Just screw it back in?

[@wigticious8649]

Is the yellow glue on the tension screw that is on the bobbin case, I’ve removed all of it and it can not be put back and now I have tension problems.

[@kevinsews]

@@wigticious8649 Too much or too little tension?

[@wigticious8649]

@@kevinsews is not too much and not too little but is not as it should be because I can see the other thread at the back.

[@kevinsews]

@@wigticious8649 okay, try tightening the needle thread tension a bit and see if this helps any. Otherwise, your bobbin tension is still too tight and pulling the needle thread too much.

[@LovelyTraveler-th9te]

You are a God send!!! I was so mad and about to lose my mind. Thank you for posting this. I truly appreciate your help!

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@waitforollie]

YAY thank you SOOOOOOOOOOO much I fixed it ... I tried everything. new needle.. tension on top... new bobbins.. cleaned it nothing worked.... UNTIL NOW THANK YOU I had no idea there was a screw on the bobbin ..

[@kevinsews]

That is great to hear! You're welcome.

[@UlfKister]

You are the Bob Ross of sewing machine instructions, man 😅 ... really helpful information, thank you very much for sharing! One more follower, too 😉

[@kevinsews]

Thank you!

[@mariacucu1348]

Thank you for this video Kevin, I just bought my Singer 4423 Classic and after one day of using it my bobbin case got stuck..you have a very good narrator skills and all the time helpful ( found your Singer Classic introductory video and i keep on getting back to it every time i feel like i need to practice something) .P.S I still find the automated needle threader as easy as rocket science :)! All the best from Spain

[@kevinsews]

I am glad you found it useful.

[@bakersgirl10]

I am so happy I found your video!!! I was getting ready to return machine to store and get a different brand since I have been having lots of issues with singer brand! Your a lifesaver!

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@DannyWalker1949]

This video helps me know what to do if my machine needs adjustment on the Bobbin. I sure do Thank You.

[@kevinsews]

Good deal.

[@nicolegagnon4793]

I'd like the thank you for the video. I watched countless videos that just popped the casing back in and didn't explain that fact with the notch and it was frustrating me to no end why mine was nt sitting right. You explained it do simply and thoroughly. My machine is all assemble nicely again.

[@kevinsews]

+Nicole Gagnon You're welcome! I am glad it was helpful.

[@malkadionisia2351]

I love your videos!!! my machine started acting up, the thread in the top looked awful while the one in the bottom was perfect and this fixed it right up! I did have to try a couple of times before i got the bobbin case in the right position because the small piece (even though i left the screws in) moved a bit and the thread was getting super tangled. But now it is working perfectly, I also learned how to put in the bobbin properly in this video haha :) I bought this machine because of your videos, THANK YOU!!!

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@JohnBau]

Thanks for showing the procedure. How does one know if the bobbin tension needs to be adjusted?

[@bltoth1955]

Watch the video! 😂😂😂

[@JohnBau]

@@bltoth1955 I did - twice.

[@bltoth1955]

@JohnBau He defined the problem when he could see the bobbin thread from the top stitch @ 9:28?

[@JohnBau]

@@bltoth1955 Thanks, yes, but I thought that can also be caused by top tension being too loose. I can get my threads to "meet in the middle" but with the top tension set at 7. That's why I'm wondering if maybe the bobbin tension is too tight.

[@bltoth1955]

@@JohnBau I’d think so. Loosen the bottom tension till you can set the top tension at 4.

[@thithanhuongnguyen]

Thank you so much for your video. I am a beginner with a Singer 4423 given by a friend. Thread keeps being broken itself. I will tend to fix it following your video tonight to see if it works. Wishing you a nice day, sir.

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@tybit2271]

Saved my sewing too! After a cleaning, tension went bizerk! Thank you, just followed along and it’s working again.

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@johnryan296]

5 year old video just helped me out! Thanks, I am having a problem with timing and the bobbin holder. But I see how it works now. Thanks. I think my bobbin holder spins a bit. I am going to check that little hold down bar, it might be bent. I have the same machine without the needle threader. Thanks--Sewing is all new to me...

[@kevinsews]

John Ryan Ok let us know what you discover.

[@MechaShadow1666]

This video saved me alot of money and a trip to the service center, and I'll be able to finish my costume. Thank you so much!

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@cherylbrown8675]

I have been sewing along just fine & then I started having a problem with the bobbin. I have gone through every video & did everything told us. The area in the front of the bobbin with the yellow spot & notch I have in the right place etc. i just can't figure out why when the bobbin picks up the needle thread, as it comes around the "notch" - it wont pass over & gets hung up right there. It's like there isn't enough pull to get it past that point- can you help me?

[@kevinsews]

Try very slightly loosening the screws on the bracket that it is catching on.

[@lizschell458]

Did this fix it for you? I found I am suddenly having the exact same problem and it's driving me nuts!

[@cinaminlee2148]

How do you know you need to tighten the bobbin? What should I look for as a symptom of a loose bobbin?

[@kevinsews]

When you top thread is lose.

[@cinaminlee2148]

@@kevinsews Thank you!!

[@kevinsews]

@@cinaminlee2148 My pleasure!

[@bobsmith3605]

Even though this did help me to free up my 4452, it took hours with many tries with lots a jammed thread and disassemble/reassembles to get it to sow properly again. Once you loosed those two very tight screws, it's trail and error to get the little bracket back in the exact position for the machine to sow correctly again. I think it's finally working again but almost afraid to try it on something other than a piece of scrap after so many jam ups.

[@adamchristopher7226]

Any guidance on how to adjust that little bracket? There's quite a bit of variability as to how much play the bobbin casing has to rock back and forth.

[@kevinsews]

Download the manual here: www.kevinsews.com/download/SingerHeavyDutyServiceManul.pdf See page 19.

[@caroleh8499]

I bought a 4411 over a year ago, and it has sat on the floor most of that time. I also had bad bird nest issues with the bottom thread. I had been using metal bobbins from my old Kenmore, recently started using bobbins that came with the machine and, as if by magic, the bird nests seem to have abated!

[@TheJudeJane]

That’s why it comes with plastic bobbins. There is an issue with metal bobbins because there is a magnet built into the aluminum frame beneath the bobbin case area. It will affect your stitches. In your case, it seems to have created a nest - although, generally you will get nesting if you don’t hold both threads firmly behind the presser foot when you begin sewing for at least the first few stitches. What happens if you don’t hold the threads? Well, the bobbin thread tangles in the bobbin case, taking the needle thread with it on a bad trip! They tangle and form a nest. How to avoid a nest: Make sure fabric covers the feed dogs (metal moving “teeth” located under the presser foot) BEFORE you step on foot control, holding the needle thread & bobbin thread under the presser foot and BACK past the presser foot so the feed dogs can’t “eat” your thread by swallowing it down past the moving teeth and into the hole. Get in this habit until it is second nature. Also, never turn the flywheel (big wheel on the right of the machine) away from you. NEVER! Always turn the flywheel toward you and always LOWER needle into fabric before continuing to sew. This machine does not automatically lower the needle into the fabric for sewing; you must remember this step to avoid operator error. Have fun sewing. Read your manual, and learn all you can to enjoy your machine more and more!🙂😉

[@kevinsews]

Use class 15 (not 15J) plastic bobbins. Plastic bobbins don't bend the way today's cheep metal bobbins do. They stay nice and smooth and allow the thread to glide around the edges. A metal bobbin usually warps slightly and can have some burs along the edge. This causes all kinds of problems. You can find Class 15 Plastic Bobbins at Walmarts that carry sewing supplies. Otherwise, order them online or visit a local sewing store. Amazon has them as well. After you give that a try come back here and let us know the results. If you are still having a problem then post as many details as you can and we'll see if we can help you out.

[@randyknecht1]

So as you are turning the screw with yellow paint, you should say what the results of clockwise or counterclockwise will be?

[@kevinsews]

Yes, right to tighten left to loosen.

[@precious14830]

Always RIGHTY TIGHTY LEFTY LOOSEY.

[@precious14830]

@@kevinsews Was taught a quick blurb "righty tighty, lefty loosey". Worked for me ever since. Love your videos by the way!

[@marykimbrough2992]

Thank you for your demonstration. My machine was sewing well. I had to add thread to my bobbin and since I put it back my thread is getting tangled on the bottom of the material. Do I need to adjust the tension or do I have to attempt to replace my bobbin better?

[@kevinsews]

Test it first. Then try adjusting the thread tension. If none of the above work then you may need to adjust your bobbin tension. Try only turning it 1/8 of a turn first. Then go from there.

[@luciatat4084]

Thank you so much!!! I recently bought a Singer Talent sewing machine and it’s been driving me nuts!!! I was thinking of giving it away to someone else but then who’d want it if it doesn’t sew good stitches? I kept researching on the internet about tension and found that the bobbin tension is too high. I wanted to modify it but then there was that dot of paint or whatever it is, I tried to remove it but it wouldn’t go away and gave up. I understood that I probably shouldn’t mess with it… Now I want to try again, I have to get this machine to work well. I don’t get it why they set it like that from the factory, why would anyone want a sewing machine with bad tension and that causes a lot of frustration and stress? Becouse I can’t use it like this, even if I raise the needle tension, the fabric puckers, it’s too much tension on both sides.

[@kevinsews]

I am glad to hear it was helpful to you!

[@tanneb404]

So. What if my thread is bunching at the bottom. And not pulling my material through. (It stays stationary) And the tension on the machine is 0? I read somewhere that, that means my bobbin tension is too loose. I’ve tightened the bobbin a half turn. And it’s still bunching at the bottom.

[@kevinsews]

See this video on how to test your tension: kzbin.info/www/bejne/boWzc2Wvr9xgZ7ssi=-nnb-tMTWGuiQLUs

[@njemilesiwatu4148]

Thank you! I spent hours trying to figure out how to put my bobbin holder back in correctly

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@kellykhallman]

Super helpful. Thank you. I was getting SO frustrated before watching your video and taking your advice!!

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@kellykhallman]

@@kevinsews Your dog is so cute. Thx again!

[@kevinsews]

@@kellykhallman Thanks. She passed away over 10 years ago,but she is missed.

[@kellykhallman]

@@kevinsews Oh know, I'm so sorry to hear this. Please accept my sincere condolences. 💐 Those dear hearts sure do stay with us forever. Sweet babies they are. Have a wonderful evening.

[@kevinsews]

@@kellykhallman Thank you!

[@abigailelizondo4289]

I have singer 4432 heavy duty, the bobbin tension is supposed to be preset. Do you know if it can accidentally be set out of place? My fabric puckers when I make straight stitches and no matter how much I adjust top tension, I can’t stop the puckering. Thank you for your videos!

[@kevinsews]

Since bobbins are mechanical they can come lose with use. Puckering usually means the tension is too tight. However, it can also happen when the stitch length is too long, but 99% of the time it is simply a tension issue. Place your top tension to the setting of 1 and sew a few stitches and see what it looks like. If it is lose then increase it by 1 number at a time and repeat. If it is still too tight at these lower settings it means the bobbin tension is too tight and it will need to be adjusted.

[@abigailelizondo4289]

Thanks for the input! Is the bobbin tension something I can fix on my own or would I need to take it in to be repaired? Any idea how much it would cost if it’s under warranty?

[@kevinsews]

@@abigailelizondo4289 If you don't live near a Singer Repair facility then you will have to pay for the shipping.

[@krissyb1308]

My bottom stitch is not matching my top stitch. My top stitch looks great and even but the bottom stitch looks uneven and choppy. It just recently started doing this. So i was wondering if over time could the bobbin tension become looser from wear and tear? Thank you.

[@kevinsews]

Check your needle thread tension first. With your needle threaded pull the thread with the foot down. The needle should slightly bend when you pull on the thread. After this test again. If it is still a problem then adjust the bobbin tension. Yes, the screw can back out oven time as your bobbin ages. Singer puts yellow paint on the bobbin to help prevent this problem.

[@krissyb1308]

Thank you so much!!

[@kevinsews]

@@krissyb1308 You're welcome!

[@xboxmom1]

I have an older Singer 9410. The bobbin now won’t stay in the case. The little arm on the right is gone. Any ideas on how to fix it? Thanks for all the videos

[@kevinsews]

Try www.sewingpartsonline.com and enter your sewing machine’s model number. It will then show you all of the parts they have. Hopefully they will have what you require to fix it.

[@xboxmom1]

@@kevinsews thank you so much for taking your time to help others. You are really appreciated! Have a great day! 😁

[@Blackspire_Cosplay]

Kevin sir thank you so much for this video. It was so helpful and easy to follow that i don't feel worried to try and fix this issue myself.

[@kevinsews]

My pleasure!

[@leohernandezcolonful]

My wife’s sewing machine keep getting thread jammed. Would that be tension of the bobbin?

[@kevinsews]

It could be either. Take a look at this video and see if it is helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZ3cqYqOeM1lmrM

[@fragmentedmind549]

when you threaded your needle the thread was twisted around the needle. is this an aid, something that doesn't matter, or something I should have been doing from the start? thanks for the info.

[@kevinsews]

Did you bother to read the info I posted?

[@fragmentedmind549]

+Kevin Sews I scrolled through everything available and didn't see anything about the threading. nevermind, whatever it is or isn't I've done without. thanks for the information on the tension.

[@kevinsews]

Humm, I thought I mention this in the Info about the video. I'll have to take a look when I get back home. Thanks!

[@kevinsews]

Okay, finally got home and I took a look at the info provided. Here is what is in the last paragraph of the info provided: "NOTE! Yes I know the thread was wrapped around the needle when I threaded the machine at the end. Working around a close-up camera shot limits my hand position and viewing angles. In the end I had to tighten the case about 1/8th of a turn in order to get the proper bobbin tension."

[@mayakumala15]

Hey. I have problem with my singer heavy duty. It skips stitches (straight or zig zag stitches) and can't do button hole stitches. I wonder what happen with my singer. I try to look up on google and don't get any clue. (sorry for my english)

[@kevinsews]

It might be out of time. Otherwise, it can be the needle type being used. For example: If sewing a stretchy fabric try a stretch needle.

[@AnnieAtRecess]

I'm having the same problem right now. My zigzag stich is skipping while hemming the brims of fleece hats. This problem just started, so I changed to a new 100 ballpoint needle, the right thread placed on the right spindle, the machine cleaned with a little new oil...

[@plantbasednm5099]

Omg thank you! This was so helpful! My bobbin case was driving me nuts! It works now 🎉

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@jennyamccarthy4]

Thank you so much for this video! I have been tearing my machine apart all day trying to figure out how to fix this! ❤

[@kevinsews]

You're welcome!

[@Rich-can-do]

I have come back to sewing. I had a bit of a break, well my right side did, but I am doing much better now, and looking to get back into it. I seem to have forgotten how to bring up the thread from the bobbin. The Top thread is easy, but I am having no joy at the moment. If there are any tricks to doing this please let me know ty.

[@kevinsews]

Pull the needle thread out far enough so you can hold the thread. Turn the handwheel until the needle goes down and up. Pull the thread tight and you should see the bobbin thread wrapped around the needle thread.

[@IvaOldaker]

If you don't see the bobbin thread around the needle on the 4411 what should I look for to be wrong. I'm getting two different opinions one it's ok to use singer metal bobbins in this machine the other is no plastic bobbin only. Which is right?

[@kevinsews]

@@IvaOldaker I would stick to using plastic bobbins. The metal ones are thin cheap metal and are often a bit warped and are not as smooth and slick as the plastic ones are. Plus you will know when a plastic bobbin is bad.

[@sandibeach7291]

I bought a slightly used Singer4423. I can't get the bobbin case out. I tried everything and then stumbled upon your video. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@kevinsews]

You're very welcome!

[@Cathy_MidwestHome_Hens]

Will we void any warranty for removing the yellow paint??? Why else would they paint the screw head??

[@kevinsews]

It could. You may want to contact Singer to verify before you do it.

[@Cathy_MidwestHome_Hens]

@@kevinsewsI didn’t see your comment (no notification). I already attempted this and while the rats nest is no longer happening, my bobbin tension appeared too tight so I went back in to loosen and after a full turn plus a 1/4, there’s no change. The bobbin thread appears to be very straight and the top thread shows a bit - like _._._._._._._._._. I’m so frustrated 😩 😢

[@kevinsews]

@@Cathy_MidwestHome_HensHow old is your thread? What type of thread are you using? What weight is the thread? Have you tried using a new needle? Is the needle large enough to allow the thread to flow through the needle eye easily?

[@nataliekatz9143]

Kevin, you are absolutely AMAZING !!!!!! Thank you so much for these awesome videos. I was dreading , trying to adjust my bobbin tension. It was so easy, with your help. I appreciate you, so very much.

[@kevinsews]

You’re welcome!

[@maggiepypy]

Love your videos and helpful instructions, and I don't mean to complain and seem ungrateful, but when you were adjusting the tension, all I could see was your fingers... couldn't see which way you were turning the dial or how far... I've learned a lot about the care and health of my little Heavy Duty thanks too you and would love to see exactly what and how the bobbin tension was adjusted... Thank you so much for the videos, except for this minor issue, I really do enjoy them... :-)

[@kevinsews]

Turn the screw 1/4 at a time. Left to loosen and to the right to tighten.