I did what you mentioned in the video, it works great, I used plastic thin cutting boards that you can buy from the dollar store since I didn't have any take out lids. Makes a huge difference. Thank you for the video.
I just fixed my Addi to your specifications. WHAT A DIFFERENCE! Prior to fixing my Addi was skipping stitches and I didn’t know what to do. Now…I’m 67 and I’ve been hand knitting, crocheting and embroidering since I was 9. Now I love the creativity of hand knitting. But my Addi is my baby, and I love love love it for basic knitting. I followed you tutorial step by step AND IM BACK IN BUSINESS!!!!!! From the bottom of my heart I thank you so much. Oh, here in Texas we drink Dr Pepper soda. My shim was made from a Dr Pepper soda can 😊. Have a great day.
Oh my goodness. This is an absolute game changer. I was dubious to undertake given the complexity but the comments singing this processes praises made me try and holy wow...theres a whole box of yarn in my stash that I had written off as not compatible with the addi, but now its working.
The way I fixed ours was that I removed the little saddle piece that is below the handle shaft (Not shown in this video). I removed a slight bit of material from its edges then shimmed below it with aluminum foil folded several times. By doing it that way, it tightened the shaft bore but yet allowed the shaft to ride on its original surfaces and moved the shaft vertically which allows for it to mate with the ring gear better. I am very surprised that the maker has not addressed the issue. I guess they don't have any ex Mercedes engineers on staff.
What saddle piece? Her fix didnt work for mine. Ive tried twice her method and i get grinding slipping. I didnt see another piece other then the black piece on top of gold bar of gear
@@homemadebykellymfindmeonet4438 make sure the black ring goes on with the gold nipple between the slit. I had the same problem until I got it aligned correctly. everything should screw together nice and tight, with no stress.
I can't believe that the work we have to put into a brand new Addi knitting machine to make it work properly. It was expensive to buy, thinking I was not going to have this much trouble with it.I really believe everyone who bought this machine should complain to the company so they fix these problems before selling them .
thank you so much. This gave me the confidence to take my addi apart. My addi was cleaned by someone else who neglected to lubricate. I lubricated the channel where the needle butts are guided. it made a big difference.
This is absolutely pure genius!!! Thank you so much for sharing this!!!!!! I just received my Addi last month but I'm afraid of breaking it or not being able to reassemble it. It has too much play in the handle and grinding right out of the box. You and your hubby could start a mail-order business!!! What is the brand of white grease you used? You are our Addi Angels!!!
The teeth on the crank are tapered so by adding your large plastic washers you will pull the teeth away from the teeth on the large ring thus making it worse...if you put a small washer behind the small gear on the shaft it will push them closer together.
I thank you for your work on this. I wasn't having the same problems as this. My problem was that I hit the needle in the hole holder and I hit it down and it went into the body if the unit. I did not know there was a problem until I startedand new hat and boom everything stopped. Well I had to take the unit down and your video saved me. It took a few hours but you both saved me, so THANK YOU very much.
Omg😍u are amazing.thank u so much for an amazing video,brand new machine was skipping same stitch over and over and making a rite racket when turning,watched your video with hubby then he went and done wat u said to do and machine is working amazing now,thank u do much xx
Thank you so much. Mine is new but does all the things that you fixed with this. I'm going to give it a try. It wouldn't hurt to say the least. Thanks.
Im so glad i found u !! My addi 22 squeaks badly n gear grinded - took apart partially cleaned n put back together..solved nothing but no other video taking gear/handle off..only had since April n posed 2 b new but not a drop of grease/oil in it - gonna finish taking handle off inspecting pieces n make shims...tyvm !!
Thank you for sharing. I’m going to try this. I cleaned the machine by watching The Answer Lady’s tutorial but it was still grinding and skipping pegs.
Thank you for this! I was getting so irritated. Cut my tea can up and it feels so much better! I'm still skipping some stitches, so I'll play with it tomorrow. But the shim helped!
thank you so much. I have a sentro machine and have the exact same problem. Now I know what to do. There is a lot of play in my handle and the gear itself moves back-and-forth. Creating a lot of jamming.
4 months or so after purchase and I can’t use Red ❤ yarn or it skips like crazy soo stopped using it all together. Other brand of yarn, ran just fine. The spinning part of handle broke. These Addi machines are just too expensive to mess up like this or they should have thought of the ideas you created in this video. Thank you so much. I’m not mechanically inclined so truly hope I can fix the problem because this has really been my therapy making yarn crafts/winter wear with this Addi . Totally bummed & disappointed. Correction update: I figured it out.
Hi … me again! So since my last post I figured out what I did 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️ I accidentally hit the panel mode up so that’s why it wasn’t working. Guess what though? It still grinds after using a whole different type of yarn … I’m so annoyed!! ☹️😡. This expensive knitting machine should be able to use any brand size 4 med - Now “Red Heart” & “I Love This Yarn” brands, it grinds like crazy … smh. I’m going to try my hand at what you showed in the video … I hope it goes well for me.
No brand. I made the wipes with shop paper towels from Costco. I cut it in half and use a container with a lid. I put 2 cups water, 1 cup 99% rubbing alcohol, 1 tsp Dawn dish soap, and 2 tsp bleach. I mix it and then pour it over the blue towel in the container it will live in. Once the core is soaked, I take out the cardboard center. Then it is ready to use, just pull from the center.
What kind of screwer driver are you using (with black tip and magnets to pick up screws). I have never seen those. Where do you buy them and what are they called? Please me know. You did a great job fixing your ADDI. I will know how to fix mine when I have time. Thank you and (your husband) for this video. You are a great teacher. Ann - Dallas, TX.
Hi, what a great video thanks so much! My question is what kind of grease or oil did you use in your machine after you took it apart. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. Again thanks for a great video 😊
Excellent video! Thank you so much. Does this mean that my older Addi, that's having all those same symptoms, probably doesn't need a new crank...but it needs a couple shims? It looks like I wouldn't ever need to buy a new crank if I did this. Please tell me what you think.
@@dianemakes I have ordered some Teflon spray for when I do open up my addi king. Is there a video out there showing where you should spray the Teflon spray?
Thank you for this tutorial. A little irritated that the Addi needs to be adjusted right out of the box. It sounds like it is crushing ice. Is there any chance you make these small pieces that you have created? Cut my hand trying to make the metal shim :(
This was awesome! Absolutely solved my problems. Yarn that used to drop stitches and 'clump' now goes through flawlessly. If the hubby can work on a solution to discharge static next, I'd be greatly appreciative! ;-)
I'm not running a humidifier in my living room but I should be. So I was having a lot of static. I got a spray bottle and put water in it. As I'm knitting and making the long tubes, I spray lightly right down into the tube a little bit. I also get my hands a little wet once in awhile. It's helping. I'm just too lazy to do the humidifier right now! LOL!
You can also use mild carton. The paper is coated and works well apparently. Easier to cut. You will be very happy with your fix. Let me know how it goes. Thank you.
Aweee, If lived near you, I would love to fix it for you. It is intimidating. If you do this step by step and stay organized, you can do it! If you would like, I can cut the pieces for you and mail them to you . I am on facebook Diane Sezee and Instragram @diane_makes we can chat there. (-:
Question for you: I took it apart, husband made the pieces, I lubricated and put it back together. Worked good, but shortly thereafter I would get a gear twitch when the black needles went over the gear (which makes no sense). So today I took it apart again, put it back together, and now the counter does not work. Any suggestions?
Hello, I think i have the same problem de number needle jamming when passes in the local that was the gear. You can solve that problem, if you can share please. Thanks
I think it’s a shame a company like Addi sells such an expensive machine with a PLASTIC crank that merits dozens of TH-cam videos for people to jerry rig their own machine after a month of use because the design is so flawed. This is a great fix but we need to all contact Addi and request refund for such a flawed design that we all have to “fix” it. My machine is a month old and already needed this fix and that just disgusts me. Come on, Addi. Maybe up your quality!?
I totally agree … better design, better quality, everything like I bought my machine in April/23 & it started out fine. Started skipping with the brand Red Heart yarn. It won’t run with that yarn period. It works with other brands but not Red Heart.7 months later after using yarn that would work, it won’t crank past the black needles. This machine is just soo expensive. I’m not a mechanically inclined person. I’m definitely irritated. 😤😡
Agreed, you have a warranty & they should mail you new parts "if" you buy from an authorized dealer in your own country. I checked out sewing/vac stores & found Maker's Mercantile in Kent WA
Also the fact it takes 12 cranks to do one rotation is ridiculous, it needs some gearing so we can do 2 cranks per rotation then we'd not have to use drill adaptors!
I used a laser cutter but that is not necessary. Use sharp scissors. The first one I made with scissors was not perfectly round like the ones in the video but it worked just as well. Sharp scissors are the key. I will make a video of how to make both items. Stay tuned (-:
I have a standard gauge knitting machine. I was thinking about getting one of these to be able to use thicker yarn. Does anyone know if the current model still has the problem with the handle or has it been resolved? Thanks.
Do you sell these shims or make me some for my 22 pin Sentro ? I've been having issues with grinding and skipping. I'm not wanting to throw it away and buy another. I want to fix it and continue use.
I don't have a shim pattern for the 22 needle Sentro. I don't have a 22 needle Sentro so I don't know the dimensions needed to make the pattern to cut the shims.
@@BlazinRedxDragon Ok. Are you talking about the two round plastic shims? If so, then I can cut a couple for you. I am instagram, Diane_Makes, you can DM me there.
My addi has worked beautifully for many years but grinds now and is hard to turn. This maintenance needs to happen. I am awaiting lithium grease and then my hubby says he will take this apart for me.
I did what you showed in your Video, but it still dont work. Its like the teeth feom the golden Ring and the handle dont grip but i cant See any damage on them. Do i have to change the pieces? Can anyone help me wirh this???? 😢
Okay today is 03/06/2023 I got all my Addit taken apart but I Can NOT get those last 3 screws out for anything. HELP ! ! ! I have put sewing machine oil on the 3 screws but they will not budge.
Hello @sassegranny4700 I am in Saskatchewan Canada. Which last three screws are you referring to? Show me on the exact time in the video. Is it at 3:40? Knowing exactly which screws will help us help you. If the screws are striped, have a look at this video with great suggestions. th-cam.com/video/xaQ9eX-b6GA/w-d-xo.html Thank you. Diane
@@dianemakes - Hi there, the 3 crews that I was referring to are the 3 that are around the machines counter. However, I did get them the screws out. I had help. Now to the task of putting my machine back together again. Thank you so much for getting back to me. Cheers.
My addi won’t go around in a circle. It is stuck in panel mode. It will not go around in a circle even if I change the switch. Can you advise me what is wrong?
I am honestly so lost. My machine works well with all the yarn I have except one black one. I have the exact same yarn in yellow and the machine works without issue. But the black yarn, is tensing up and making those cracking sounds and I can't even turn it. That, or it drops stitches. No other yarn has issues, but this particular one and is driivng me crazy.
I did what you showed in your Video, but it still dont work. Its like the teeth feom the golden Ring and the handle dont grip but i cant See any damage on them. Do i have to change the pieces? Can anyone help me wirh this???? 😢 10:55
Hello, do you think we could face time tomorrow so I can show you what else you can try to fix your machine? Let me know. You can message me on my instagram and set up a time to chat. Thank you and Happy New Year. Diane
These things are £150 new and they can't even build them properly. Pretty disgraceful that we have to do these fixes TBH, they need to release some new models with the issue solved.
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I hope the company sees this and makes upgrades to their machines!
I just bought one today and I’m having this same problem 😡
I just bought an Addi Express about a month ago and I just wanted to say "Thank you for this instructional video!!!"
I did what you mentioned in the video, it works great, I used plastic thin cutting boards that you can buy from the dollar store since I didn't have any take out lids. Makes a huge difference. Thank you for the video.
I just fixed my Addi to your specifications. WHAT A DIFFERENCE! Prior to fixing my Addi was skipping stitches and I didn’t know what to do. Now…I’m 67 and I’ve been hand knitting, crocheting and embroidering since I was 9. Now I love the creativity of hand knitting. But my Addi is my baby, and I love love love it for basic knitting. I followed you tutorial step by step AND IM BACK IN BUSINESS!!!!!! From the bottom of my heart I thank you so much. Oh, here in Texas we drink Dr Pepper soda. My shim was made from a Dr Pepper soda can 😊. Have a great day.
The manufacturers should pay you for this upgraded design
Oh my goodness. This is an absolute game changer. I was dubious to undertake given the complexity but the comments singing this processes praises made me try and holy wow...theres a whole box of yarn in my stash that I had written off as not compatible with the addi, but now its working.
Thank you for your video. I was able to fix my wife's Addi
The way I fixed ours was that I removed the little saddle piece that is below the handle shaft (Not shown in this video). I removed a slight bit of material from its edges then shimmed below it with aluminum foil folded several times. By doing it that way, it tightened the shaft bore but yet allowed the shaft to ride on its original surfaces and moved the shaft vertically which allows for it to mate with the ring gear better. I am very surprised that the maker has not addressed the issue. I guess they don't have any ex Mercedes engineers on staff.
What saddle piece? Her fix didnt work for mine. Ive tried twice her method and i get grinding slipping. I didnt see another piece other then the black piece on top of gold bar of gear
Maybe you too could show a video of your fix. That would be great too!!
@@homemadebykellymfindmeonet4438 make sure the black ring goes on with the gold nipple between the slit. I had the same problem until I got it aligned correctly. everything should screw together nice and tight, with no stress.
@@homemadebykellymfindmeonet4438 didn't work for me eighter. I still get slipped gears.
Brilliant fix. I love that you made the repair parts out of everyday materials. Your loose screw management is equally ingenious.
Thank you! If you try this method, let me now how it turns out for you.
Wow what a difference. Big improvement. Hope Addi sees this. Great video.
I can't believe that the work we have to put into a brand new Addi knitting machine to make it work properly. It was expensive to buy, thinking I was not going to have this much trouble with it.I really believe everyone who bought this machine should complain to the company so they fix these problems before selling them .
Life saver! I've only had it a day and it got so bad it wouldn't even turn! I literally love you for this.
Awe ❤️, I’m glad to help. Thank you for your kind words ❤️❤️
thank you so much. This gave me the confidence to take my addi apart. My addi was cleaned by someone else who neglected to lubricate. I lubricated the channel where the needle butts are guided. it made a big difference.
This is a game changer. My husband fixed mine similar to this, and it is amazing!!!!
This is absolutely pure genius!!! Thank you so much for sharing this!!!!!! I just received my Addi last month but I'm afraid of breaking it or not being able to reassemble it. It has too much play in the handle and grinding right out of the box. You and your hubby could start a mail-order business!!! What is the brand of white grease you used? You are our Addi Angels!!!
Thank you (-: I posted the grease in the description. It was fun figuring this out and it works so well!!
You and your husband should sell them. I’d definitely buy them for both of my addi machines.
The teeth on the crank are tapered so by adding your large plastic washers you will pull the teeth away from the teeth on the large ring thus making it worse...if you put a small washer behind the small gear on the shaft it will push them closer together.
Omg you saved my machine!!! Thank you so much for this video!!
I thank you for your work on this. I wasn't having the same problems as this. My problem was that I hit the needle in the hole holder and I hit it down and it went into the body if the unit. I did not know there was a problem until I startedand new hat and boom everything stopped. Well I had to take the unit down and your video saved me. It took a few hours but you both saved me, so THANK YOU very much.
This was such a huge help. Made such a difference with how the machine works, thanks again!
Omg😍u are amazing.thank u so much for an amazing video,brand new machine was skipping same stitch over and over and making a rite racket when turning,watched your video with hubby then he went and done wat u said to do and machine is working amazing now,thank u do much xx
Thank you so much. Mine is new but does all the things that you fixed with this. I'm going to give it a try. It wouldn't hurt to say the least. Thanks.
Im so glad i found u !! My addi 22 squeaks badly n gear grinded - took apart partially cleaned n put back together..solved nothing but no other video taking gear/handle off..only had since April n posed 2 b new but not a drop of grease/oil in it - gonna finish taking handle off inspecting pieces n make shims...tyvm !!
Thank you for sharing. I’m going to try this. I cleaned the machine by watching The Answer Lady’s tutorial but it was still grinding and skipping pegs.
I am going to try this, I just bought it not too long ago.
Thank you sooooo much. Easy to follow instructions. Appreciated.
This is really useful. Thank you for posting.
Thank you for this! I was getting so irritated. Cut my tea can up and it feels so much better! I'm still skipping some stitches, so I'll play with it tomorrow. But the shim helped!
Oh wow, there is no way I could put the machine back together! Lucky you that you can!!
Stop u can do it. Imma do mine lol
Thank you SO MUCH for creating and posting this.
Thank you for sharing this with us. Will be checking your other videos as well. 👏🏻👏🏻 thanks.
Thank you ❤️❤️
YES!!! I thought it was just my machine since I couldn’t find anything online about the ‘wobbly handle’. Gracias 😊
Bet this would also work for Sentro....my Sentro has the same handle issue...going to def try this! Thank you!
thank you so much. I have a sentro machine and have the exact same problem. Now I know what to do. There is a lot of play in my handle and the gear itself moves back-and-forth. Creating a lot of jamming.
I am so excited to give this a try. My handle is sooooo wobbly and it skips so bad. Thank you for sharing!!
Thanks very good video, I learn from you how fixing the addi express kneting machine problem, gracias
4 months or so after purchase and I can’t use Red ❤ yarn or it skips like crazy soo stopped using it all together. Other brand of yarn, ran just fine. The spinning part of handle broke. These Addi machines are just too expensive to mess up like this or they should have thought of the ideas you created in this video.
Thank you so much. I’m not mechanically inclined so truly hope I can fix the problem because this has really been my therapy making yarn crafts/winter wear with this Addi . Totally bummed & disappointed. Correction update: I figured it out.
Got the small addi knitting mechine out box popping noise can I fix it my self
Pretty cool! Thank you for showing this! What a great fix!
thank you so much, this is exactly what i needed to fix my machine!
Best video ever 💯 thanks so much 🤩
Thank you so much it’s helps me to fixed my Addi❤
Hi … me again! So since my last post I figured out what I did 🤦🏽♀️🤦🏽♀️ I accidentally hit the panel mode up so that’s why it wasn’t working. Guess what though? It still grinds after using a whole different type of yarn … I’m so annoyed!! ☹️😡. This expensive knitting machine should be able to use any brand size 4 med - Now “Red Heart” & “I Love This Yarn” brands, it grinds like crazy … smh. I’m going to try my hand at what you showed in the video … I hope it goes well for me.
What was on the rag you used to wipe the outside it made it sooooo shinnnnny??? This Ann
No brand. I made the wipes with shop paper towels from Costco. I cut it in half and use a container with a lid. I put 2 cups water, 1 cup 99% rubbing alcohol, 1 tsp Dawn dish soap, and 2 tsp bleach. I mix it and then pour it over the blue towel in the container it will live in. Once the core is soaked, I take out the cardboard center. Then it is ready to use, just pull from the center.
Thank you for showing this, very helpful! What grease did you use for your machine?
What kind of screwer driver are you using (with black tip and magnets to pick up screws). I have never seen those. Where do you buy them and what are they called? Please me know. You did a great job fixing your ADDI. I will know how to fix mine when I have time. Thank you and (your husband) for this video. You are a great teacher. Ann - Dallas, TX.
Thank you. I will ask my husband later and let you know. (-:
Hi, what a great video thanks so much! My question is what kind of grease or oil did you use in your machine after you took it apart. Any and all help would be greatly appreciated. Again thanks for a great video 😊
Excellent video! Thank you so much. Does this mean that my older Addi, that's having all those same symptoms, probably doesn't need a new crank...but it needs a couple shims? It looks like I wouldn't ever need to buy a new crank if I did this. Please tell me what you think.
Give it a try and see how it works 👍🏽👏🏽
@@dianemakes I have ordered some Teflon spray for when I do open up my addi king. Is there a video out there showing where you should spray the Teflon spray?
Thank you for this tutorial. A little irritated that the Addi needs to be adjusted right out of the box. It sounds like it is crushing ice. Is there any chance you make these small pieces that you have created? Cut my hand trying to make the metal shim :(
This was awesome! Absolutely solved my problems. Yarn that used to drop stitches and 'clump' now goes through flawlessly. If the hubby can work on a solution to discharge static next, I'd be greatly appreciative! ;-)
I'm not running a humidifier in my living room but I should be. So I was having a lot of static. I got a spray bottle and put water in it. As I'm knitting and making the long tubes, I spray lightly right down into the tube a little bit. I also get my hands a little wet once in awhile. It's helping. I'm just too lazy to do the humidifier right now! LOL!
Have you tried a bit of tinfoil to discharge the static it works for hair
Going to do this now
Been trying to figure out what to do to make it stop that sound
Thank you
You can also use mild carton. The paper is coated and works well apparently. Easier to cut. You will be very happy with your fix. Let me know how it goes. Thank you.
Thank u I did try it
It works but it still grinds but not as much and not loud
I also lubricant it
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@@dianemakes it works I just needed to let it sit lol
Thanks so much
Thank so so so much for this!!!!!❤
Could you come do that to my Addi? Hubby is 80 and I’m 77. Need this done but hesitate to try.You make it look simple. Love your video. Hugs
Aweee, If lived near you, I would love to fix it for you. It is intimidating. If you do this step by step and stay organized, you can do it! If you would like, I can cut the pieces for you and mail them to you . I am on facebook Diane Sezee and Instragram @diane_makes we can chat there. (-:
I am placed my tapestry needle in the hole that I thought was a needle holder and it fell in. Is there any risk leaving it there?
Thank you
I’m afraid to try this but I agree mine is doing the same thing and I know it needs the lint cleaned out!
Question for you: I took it apart, husband made the pieces, I lubricated and put it back together. Worked good, but shortly thereafter I would get a gear twitch when the black needles went over the gear (which makes no sense). So today I took it apart again, put it back together, and now the counter does not work. Any suggestions?
That is the counter engaging. Normal
Hello,
I think i have the same problem de number needle jamming when passes in the local that was the gear. You can solve that problem, if you can share please. Thanks
I just did this and it worked great for one hat and then now the grinding is wayyyyyyyyy worse than before… I have no idea what to do now.
you should 3d print this stuff
after you fix the handle and put the gold bar and black piece on how do you get the cover on mine wont stay on
What kind of lube do you put on your addi's?
where can i buy for my addi the ring that goes on were the needles are it broke and i hve try in ebay and amzon but i can find it
Klasse...Danke ❤
Hi! I used this AMAZING video to fix my addi but now my counter isn’t working, any advice or ideas on why or what i could have possibly done wrong?
I am not sure at the moment. Next time I take my machine apart, I will watch to see how that part works.
do you make these things to sale, i sure would buy them, my Addi is doing the same thing.
I think it’s a shame a company like Addi sells such an expensive machine with a PLASTIC crank that merits dozens of TH-cam videos for people to jerry rig their own machine after a month of use because the design is so flawed. This is a great fix but we need to all contact Addi and request refund for such a flawed design that we all have to “fix” it. My machine is a month old and already needed this fix and that just disgusts me. Come on, Addi. Maybe up your quality!?
I agree 100%. There’s no reason for it. The cost is also over the top.
I totally agree … better design, better quality, everything like I bought my machine in April/23 & it started out fine. Started skipping with the brand Red Heart yarn. It won’t run with that yarn period. It works with other brands but not Red Heart.7 months later after using yarn that would work, it won’t crank past the black needles. This machine is just soo expensive. I’m not a mechanically inclined person. I’m definitely irritated. 😤😡
Agreed, you have a warranty & they should mail you new parts "if" you buy from an authorized dealer in your own country. I checked out sewing/vac stores & found Maker's Mercantile in Kent WA
Also the fact it takes 12 cranks to do one rotation is ridiculous, it needs some gearing so we can do 2 cranks per rotation then we'd not have to use drill adaptors!
How do you actually cut the plastic so it’s not jagged?
I used a laser cutter but that is not necessary. Use sharp scissors. The first one I made with scissors was not perfectly round like the ones in the video but it worked just as well. Sharp scissors are the key. I will make a video of how to make both items. Stay tuned (-:
My addi king just turned 1 but the last 6 months its like skipping teeth on the gear n makes me mad - gonna do this - tyvm for video
Thank you!!!
I have a standard gauge knitting machine. I was thinking about getting one of these to be able to use thicker yarn. Does anyone know if the current model still has the problem with the handle or has it been resolved? Thanks.
Thank you
Thank you so very much!!!
So glad I searched TH-cam
I wonder if this could fix my addi that binds every few needles. So annoying.
This is a suitable repair TH-cam, but what do you use to clean the machine? Today is 10/21/2022. Thank you.
I use lysol wipes 😊 to clean the machine. It cleans it well and easy to use 👍🏽.
Hi. Do you sell these shims? I would be happy to purchase them.
Do you sell these shims or make me some for my 22 pin Sentro ? I've been having issues with grinding and skipping. I'm not wanting to throw it away and buy another. I want to fix it and continue use.
I don't have a shim pattern for the 22 needle Sentro. I don't have a 22 needle Sentro so I don't know the dimensions needed to make the pattern to cut the shims.
@@dianemakes It's the same as the Addi.
@@BlazinRedxDragon Ok. Are you talking about the two round plastic shims? If so, then I can cut a couple for you. I am instagram, Diane_Makes, you can DM me there.
My addi has worked beautifully for many years but grinds now and is hard to turn. This maintenance needs to happen. I am awaiting lithium grease and then my hubby says he will take this apart for me.
I did what you showed in your Video, but it still dont work. Its like the teeth feom the golden Ring and the handle dont grip but i cant See any damage on them. Do i have to change the pieces? Can anyone help me wirh this???? 😢
My new adding machine is getting stuck. Does anyone know what the problem is
Okay today is 03/06/2023 I got all my Addit taken apart but I Can NOT get those last 3 screws out for anything. HELP ! ! ! I have put sewing machine oil on the 3 screws but they will not budge.
I will ask my husband later today when he returns from work. He usually figures out those challenges with me.
@@dianemakes Thank you so much. What state are you a resident of? I'm in Southern California.
Hello @sassegranny4700 I am in Saskatchewan Canada. Which last three screws are you referring to? Show me on the exact time in the video. Is it at 3:40?
Knowing exactly which screws will help us help you.
If the screws are striped, have a look at this video with great suggestions.
th-cam.com/video/xaQ9eX-b6GA/w-d-xo.html
Thank you. Diane
@@dianemakes - Hi there, the 3 crews that I was referring to are the 3 that are around the machines counter. However, I did get them the screws out. I had help. Now to the task of putting my machine back together again. Thank you so much for getting back to me. Cheers.
I have the same problem but with the sentro
Are these shims something we can purchase off of you?
No, I don’t sell them. You can use a plastic lid and cut it yourself. 👍🏽
My addi won’t go around in a circle. It is stuck in panel mode. It will not go around in a circle even if I change the switch. Can you advise me what is wrong?
Is it set to panel instead of circular knitting?
@@dianemakes even when on circular it’s not going completely around
Could you use Vaseline?
what was the grease?
Details are in the notes 👍🏽
Sorry. thanks @@dianemakes
I worked 3 hours trying to do this and no matter what I couldn’t get a clean cut hole in the middle of the plastic circles!!!
The hole does not have to be perfect. As long as the notches fit, it will work.
I am honestly so lost. My machine works well with all the yarn I have except one black one. I have the exact same yarn in yellow and the machine works without issue. But the black yarn, is tensing up and making those cracking sounds and I can't even turn it. That, or it drops stitches. No other yarn has issues, but this particular one and is driivng me crazy.
My addi is working where do live at
I live in Canada
I live N.S
I wish you can fix mind
@@patriciamills540 Awe, If I lived near you, I would definitely help out. ❤
0.2mm shim over gear shaft.
I did what you showed in your Video, but it still dont work. Its like the teeth feom the golden Ring and the handle dont grip but i cant See any damage on them. Do i have to change the pieces? Can anyone help me wirh this???? 😢 10:55
Yes, there is one more thing you can do. I’m traveling today. I’ll reply tomorrow. Happy New Year from Canada.
Thank you very much! Happy New year !🎉
Hello, do you think we could face time tomorrow so I can show you what else you can try to fix your machine? Let me know. You can message me on my instagram and set up a time to chat. Thank you and Happy New Year. Diane
Hi, i am sorry i didnt See you message. My husband tried sth and it works now. But thank you very much 😊
These things are £150 new and they can't even build them properly. Pretty disgraceful that we have to do these fixes TBH, they need to release some new models with the issue solved.
@@Pheebs77 I agree 100%