Introduction

Use this guide to replace a broken needle on a Singer Simple Sewing Machine (Model 2263).

A broken sewing machine needle while sewing can be frustrating, but with this guide it can be a quick fix.

This guide will provide step by step instructions to remove the broken needle and replace it with a new one. No special skills are needed.

Before proceeding, make sure the sewing machine is turned off and unplugged. The needles have sharp edges, so use caution when handling.

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    • Turn off the sewing machine and unplug it.

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    • Push the back lever up and remove the presser foot.

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    • Raise the needle bar by turning the handwheel toward you.

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    • With the provided Singer screwdriver or a flat-head screwdriver, loosen the clamp screw by turning it toward you.

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    • Remove the broken needle.

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    • Insert the new needle with the flat side (the side with the numbers) facing the back of the sewing machine. Tighten the clamp screw by turning it toward the back.

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    • Put the presser foot back on by pushing the back lever up and guiding the bar on the presser foot onto the hook of the needle bar. Release the lever to secure.

Conclusion

Once the pressure foot is attached, thread the needle before plugging in the sewing machine and turning it on.

Renee Allred

Member since: 16/09/23

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Please assist me with adjusting needle bar height for Singer Simple 2263 cannot find how to adjust hook timing either have watched sooo many videos none have helped me

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