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Has anyone else had this issue? (Moderated by Sharon1952, EleanorSews)
Posted on: 9/10/10 12:08 PM ET
Not sure what I've done wrong, I changed the wiring because the machine was "live" (electricity on the bed), I don't have that problem anymore. Now the actual foot pedal is overheating.
Has anyone had this happen? How was it fixed?
TIA
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Has anyone had this happen? How was it fixed?
TIA
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"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
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Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
Posted on: 9/10/10 12:19 PM ET
In reply to loti
Is this a "toe-operated" foot control? Does it happen quickly/after only a little bit of use?
If so, I think it's fairly common for it to get hot rather quickly (but not *too* quickly). Especially if you're "riding" it (like you "ride" a clutch on a manual tranny car).
At least, that's what I seem to remember. I could be wrong!!
Assuming this is a vintage SM, have you checked out the appropriate YAHOO group?
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If so, I think it's fairly common for it to get hot rather quickly (but not *too* quickly). Especially if you're "riding" it (like you "ride" a clutch on a manual tranny car).
At least, that's what I seem to remember. I could be wrong!!
Assuming this is a vintage SM, have you checked out the appropriate YAHOO group?
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Posted on: 9/10/10 12:19 PM ET
In reply to loti
Yes, I did have this problem. My older Kenmore pedal was getting really hot when I sewed. When I asked for advice from a Kenmore yahoo group, the experts said "sew faster." So I did and it worked.
They said it was something about sewing slow causing the foot pedal to get hot. I don't know what kind of machine you have or how old it is or if this suggestion would work for you, but it helped me. :)
They said it was something about sewing slow causing the foot pedal to get hot. I don't know what kind of machine you have or how old it is or if this suggestion would work for you, but it helped me. :)
Posted on: 9/10/10 12:25 PM ET
Also, I heard that releasing the button completely every time you stop should help.
Posted on: 9/10/10 12:26 PM ET
Duh, sorry I didn't mention the machine, it is a vintage Singer 15-91, bakelite pedal case & 3 plug terminal (same as the ones found on featherweights).
It does not happen immediately, I had it plugged in and did not use the machine, just hit the pedal long enough to test it and left the machine. After an hour I could smell something, I unplugged it immediately and let it cool, then took it apart again to make sure nothing had started melting. Everything looked ok. So I'm stumped.
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It does not happen immediately, I had it plugged in and did not use the machine, just hit the pedal long enough to test it and left the machine. After an hour I could smell something, I unplugged it immediately and let it cool, then took it apart again to make sure nothing had started melting. Everything looked ok. So I'm stumped.
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"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
Posted on: 9/10/10 12:33 PM ET
There may be a bit of crap inside the pedal
cleaning it out could help. it can cause shorts that will overheat the pedal :)
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cleaning it out could help. it can cause shorts that will overheat the pedal :)
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Posted on: 9/10/10 12:34 PM ET
It sounds like your foot control needs adjustment so that it releases completely when not in use (maybe it's slightly 'on' all the time) or you have faulty wire?
Posted on: 9/10/10 12:39 PM ET
In reply to gymcats
I would hate to think the wire is faulty, it's brand new 
I'll adjust it again, maybe I adjusted it too far.
I'll take it apart again and clean it out and hope that helps it.
Will report back.
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I'll adjust it again, maybe I adjusted it too far.
I'll take it apart again and clean it out and hope that helps it.
Will report back.
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"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
Posted on: 9/10/10 1:43 PM ET
My understanding is this: the old carbon pile foot pedal controllers are going to get warm - it's what they do. The comments about going fast, & then letting up completely, so that there is either full contact or none at all, will help.
I'm seriously thinking about getting a new electronic foot pedal for my 201, since it's the one I use most, and I really need the option to adjust my speed! Some folks just automatically switch out all their old foot pedals. It's probably the safe solution.
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I'm seriously thinking about getting a new electronic foot pedal for my 201, since it's the one I use most, and I really need the option to adjust my speed! Some folks just automatically switch out all their old foot pedals. It's probably the safe solution.
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Posted on: 9/10/10 1:54 PM ET
In reply to JillyBe
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Some folks just automatically switch out all their old foot pedals. It's probably the safe solution.
Some folks just automatically switch out all their old foot pedals. It's probably the safe solution.
You are probably right, now I noticed the lamp is getting really hot after just being on 5 minutes. The foot pedal is cool now.
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"A girl should be two things: classy and fabulous.”
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
Coco Chanel
Stash Sewn in 2011 148.5 Yds
Stash Sewn in 2012.... counting...
http://adonising.blogspot.com
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