Turned machine on, started to sew(about 4"), machine beeped, screen started flashing off & on, then it went off. Will not restart. Tried a new cord and that wasn't the problem
Sewing Machines - Bernina - Artista 170
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I have a Bernina 170 - when starting to sew it acts like it will not sew even when pulling it through. I cleaned, chgd needle, and oiled. Can you help with this problem before taking it in for repairs.
Carole: Do you know if your Bernina has the ability to drop the feed dogs? If so look for the switch, button or lever that does that and return it to sew position. (BTW, never pull your fabric through, it can cause all kinds of problems)
You know, Carole? It just occured to me that you might be using too short of a stitch for your fabric thickness. Also the feed dogs can and do wear out... so make sure they are in good shape too.
Look at your seam. If you have a bunch of balled up thread underneath the seam, part of the problem is operator error. Always always grasp the thread end while beginning the seam. I suspect that the thread gut bunched up under the material and caught up in the bobbin/shuttle area.
Remove the fabric, unplug the machine... get into the bobbin area, remove the bobbin, and if necessary clean threads caught up in the bobbin race/shuttle. reassemble and replace the bobbin... turn on the machine. Try again.
Yes, you are right I did not understand your question. It appeared to me that you were saying it was jammed up and not sewing. Not that it was OFF and not coming on. That would require a more technical diagnosis and repair. Your best bet would be to take it to a professional sewing machine tech that has experience with electronics. In the meantime, you can do some investigating. Look for info in your book/manual. Check the power cords for breaks. But honestly it sounds like something inside is messed up... like a fuse or something similar.