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New Home Sewing Machine Won't Reverse?

My New Home sewing machine (circa 1990) will not sew in reverse when I hold the lever down? Any ideas on how to fix this?

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July 25, 20190 found this helpful

You might need to lubricate the shaft. Look at your owner manual to see where it is located. You probably will have to unscrew some of the outer pieces to get to it.

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July 28, 20191 found this helpful

If you have the model number of your machine you may be able to find a YouTube video that might help you find your problem.
Most likely you will need to take the plate off so you can reach the shaff.

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If you are not sure you can do this type of repair you will probably have to take it to a repair shop.

I have had good luck finding honest dependable repair people by talking with staff at Michael's or Jo Ann's but you may want to Google New Home sewing machine repairs with your zip to find someone in your area.

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August 12, 20190 found this helpful

Can you see where the reverse bar goes when you switch from straight to reverse? If you can see it, you may see there is gunk there that prevents it from fully engaging. Take a small brush and carefully sweep away not into but away from the machine--all the dust and any gunk you see.

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Usually this resolves it. Dust and thread bits are the most common culprit when things stop working...especially if it will still sew forward, but not back or vice versa.

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