The Mean Tambourine Report post Posted January 31, 2013 Hi All! So I'm relatively new to my Singer 211G165 and honestly purchased it with only a little research on what I needed (walking foot) , but luckily so far it's been "OK" for me. I use it to sew chromium leather handbags. (sometimes up to 3 or 4 layers thick) Sometimes it works well, other times it does not, and I'd love everyones feedback on the best needles, thread, etc to use. Lately I've been having problems with stitches skipping, bobbin thread breaking, or getting tangled in the bobbin case. While trying to investigate, it appears that the little square tab that sticks off of the side of the bobbin case is not where it should be? I am wondering if that little tab is supposed to be underneath the needle plate? It looks like it was at one point because the needle plate is worn down... I will post a picture this evening! Also my hand wheel is very hard to turn... is that normal? In some videos i've seen, it looks very easy to them.. I also just realized that the "Swing away guide" thing exists and I am SUPER excited to get one of those! I have tons of questions, but that will work for now. I really appreciate everyones responses! best, erin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oltoot Report post Posted February 1, 2013 Yes the little square tab is supposed to be under the needle plate, held by the two little nubs. To put it back, loosen the needle plate screws, index the bobbin case and tighten the needle plate screws. That may solve your problems for now. Yes its normal that the wheel is hard to turn. With this machine, project preparation is most important to get good results. Corners, seams, etc have to be skived, leveled, etc. Suggest you get a users manual from Proleptic. (Available PDF on the web) Singer also has PDFs available. Google and go from there. You will need to know how to adjust timing of the bobbin case, hook and a few other underneath players and it is far from self explanatory. I have a 211U566A and will probably keep it til the end. Oh and speed control will make you like it better too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
