YelloBird Report post Posted July 13, 2023 Hi, this is a Consew /Seiko 255 that I'm close to using for the first time. I did replace the timing belt and thank the members for their help in answering my questions. The photo arrows show welding that was done purposely to disable the clutch. When questioned the seller said it was common in factories to to this. Should I try and rebuild/repair the clutch or just be careful to stop when the hook binds? I have a servo motor and will be going slow at first anyway. And if I did repair/rebuild the clutch, what parts do you think I could salvage from the existing one? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted July 14, 2023 4 hours ago, YelloBird said: And if I did repair/rebuild the clutch, what parts do you think I could salvage from the existing one? I wouldn't count on salvaging any of the existing parts. I would replace all the safety clutch parts with new parts if they can be tracked down. You are going to have everything apart anyway. If you don't have a parts list here is a pdf of the parts manual. kgg Consew_244,_244RB,_255,_255RB-1.pdf Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Constabulary Report post Posted July 14, 2023 If it was my machine I would replace the entire clutch. I think that will prevent you from headaches. The safety clutch AFAIK is the same as on the Singer 111 machines and they are still made today: https://www.ebay.com/itm/142979170694 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YelloBird Report post Posted July 15, 2023 (edited) Thanks guys. That new unit altogether at 34$ seems like a win. The listing includes caliper measurements and they match. Edit: the clutch reset button is inoperable. What parts am I missing? Is it possible to reset the clutch without the button? Edited July 15, 2023 by YelloBird Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
64poncho Report post Posted July 19, 2023 On 7/15/2023 at 6:38 AM, YelloBird said: Thanks guys. That new unit altogether at 34$ seems like a win. The listing includes caliper measurements and they match. Edit: the clutch reset button is inoperable. What parts am I missing? Is it possible to reset the clutch without the button? Looks like the ratchet wheel needs to be moved over to line up with the button. Make sure the set screw lines up with the groove in the shaft. You should be good to go! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YelloBird Report post Posted August 16, 2023 Many thanks 64Poncho! The button was seized but it's all operable now. Perfect. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
