Complete Newbie Question Regarding Finishing The Stitch On Consew 225

[jk215]

I got my Consew 225 up and running with a Servo motor installed (clutch motor was way too loud) and now Im just sewing random scraps to get the hang of this thing. I ran into my first problem but seems like it should be an easy fix. When I finish my sewing and Im ready to snip the thread it says to bring needle to highest position, lift presser foot, and draw the piece back and to the left until there is clearance to snip. However when I do this I cant move the piece the thread is really tight. I pulled a little too hard earlier and snapped the thread and had to re-thread the top one. Can someone help me with what Im doing wrong?

Edited July 25, 2013 by jk215

[georgeandgracie]

That's a familiar scenario. I can't wait to find out what causes it.

[Greystone]

I think if you rotate the wheel a quarter turn + - past Top dead center it releases the tension disc to allow thread to pass,,

I may not be saying this correctly but give it a try,,,db

[Gregg From Keystone Sewing]

If the machine is working properly, as in the tension disks are releasing the thread tension between the two shiny silver disks when you lift the presser foot either with the hand lever or knee lifter, you should have the take up lever, not the needle, at the highest point. From there, pull the work out smoothly back and to the left as described. This will allow you to pull the goods out of the machine freely.

[jk215]

If the machine is working properly, as in the tension disks are releasing the thread tension between the two shiny silver disks when you lift the presser foot either with the hand lever or knee lifter, you should have the take up lever, not the needle, at the highest point. From there, pull the work out smoothly back and to the left as described. This will allow you to pull the goods out of the machine freely.

Thanks Gregg. Managed to figure it out after a couple attempts. Cool to see someone else from Philly! Will check out your website when I need some supplies!