Introduction to and threading a Singer 401G. Threading and first time sewing. - OLD VERSION
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The top-of-the-range 401, for domestic use. The 401G was made in Germany (hence the G). If you have a 401a, the A indicates the machine was built in the USA.
The 401 was the successor of the 301. And the 301 was as far as I know not sold in Europe. So to us in the EU the predecessor was the AMAZING 201. Singer wanted to make the 201 even better - the 401 was that machine.
And it was capable of doing multiple (in-build) zigzag-patterns!
A 401 had a rotating hook, you probably know from the 201. Like the 201 the Singer 401 uses the type 66 bobbins and standard 15x1 needles.
It’s all in this video!
BTW: It is not necessary to remove the cover plate when you want to oil the 401. But when you want to grease it too it does has to be removed for access.
I have multiple vids online on vintage Singer sewing machines. Feel free to watch more…
Featured machine:
A (or: THE) great Singer 401g
Timestamps:
0:00 General info
2:00 Needles and bobbins
3:05 Threading
4:37 Extra info (cams, operating the 401 and maintenance (oiling))
Used royalty free soundtrack/music:
Caballero - Ofshane
Love Aside - Patrick Patrikios
Soft Feeling - Cheel
/ audiolibrary
Gear:
Sony PDW680 broadcast camcorder
Edited with Final Cut Pro x (first time with FCPx - Ouch!)
Note: English is not my native language. My sincere apologies for any mispronunciations! - Навчання та стиль
I inherited this sewing machine from my great grandma. I'm finally learning how to use it again. Thank you, this is very helpful in my process to do so.
Hi Jackie. I'm glad to hear you liked the video and found it helpful.
Take care and enjoy your Singer 401.
Excellent Video! especially the clear closeup
shots on how to thread the machine.
Thank you!
I will post a new video (in a few weeks time) with only the threading part.
Have a great day, Erik
Amazing! I inherited this machine and had no clue how to use it. Thank you!!
I own 4 sewing machines and 1 of them is my favorite 403 I paint cars for a living so I ended up polishing all the Crome parts and I put 2 coats of car clear on her .. she looks amazing the factory paint was in excellent condition so I decided to lightly sand her with 2000 wet or dry and clear coat her… my next clear coat job is my 201 😁 after my 301 is going to get a complete paint job I haven’t decided what color yet …I love these older sewing machine …great video 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🙏🏼
Dude, you have my favorite machines!
Not only the amazing 403 but also the 201 AND the 301?!
I would love to see what you've done to these machines.
Yesterday I planned to WRITE an upcoming video today, on painting a vintage Singer. Is this a sign? 🙂
Good luck with the painting and enjoy your wonderful machines!
Erik
Have 2 of these. Love them. Real workhorses.
I recently bought this machine at an estate sale for $3, and I'm oiling it and seeing if I can get it to work. Thanks for the helpful video. The music didn't bother me at all!!
3 USD? OMG! Thats an absolute steal!
Oiling helps all the time. Be patience.
Glad you liked the video!!!!!!!!!
PS. If you want to learn more on this machine you might consider joining the Singer 401 facebook group.
All the best, Erik
I thought I got mine cheap, paid
11 cdn
Pick ing one up today Canberra
Will be flagship casting a long shadow over my other sew machines after I clean lube very excited
Thank you excellent video
Thank you so much. Enjoy your machine!!!
Take care, Erik
I like the fact that you could put up this demonstration for people. This old modern machines are not easy to understand for some of us. I wish someone like you is in Norway doing some training 😪
I'm new to your channel. And I have to compliment you on your beautiful, high-quality filming. Although, I have to say, the music is a bit much, and makes it hard to hear while you're talking. I think that the 401 is actually the successor of the 301. Which is the first slant-needle machine. I don't know whether you have had the 301 in Europe. But we did here in the United States. Many of them are still going strong, just as the 401 is even today. I tell anybody who's looking for a sewing machine. Not to waste their money on buying a new cheap plastic junk machine. Or spending thousands upon thousands of dollars for one. Buy a good vintage machine, and it will last you your lifetime.
Thank you so much for the compliment - means the world to me!
The music was too much. I have to admit that. Luckily I've found some better (more quiet) tracks for the upcoming videos. Mixing sound is hard for me 'cause I have hearing aids. What to me sounds as a good mix/balanced audio track doesn't mean it's good for any other person. I'll keep that in mind for the next video.
The 401 was the successor to the 301. But since the 301 was not built nor released in Europe we see the 201 as it predecessor. That's what I wanted to say in the video ;-)
For all the folks in the US, the 301 is the successor like you stated.
Hope you enjoy the upcoming videos as well. The next will be the 24-7 and I have a 48k and 12k too. And I will re-edit some older videos next month.
Have a great day!
Erik
The 301 was sold only in Canada and the US.
У меня уже их три штуки
This is an awesome video! Thank you
I feel like a broken record every time you release a video, but it´s really beautiful while still being super informative! Can't wait for more ^^
Glad to hear that (again)!
I want to make a deal: I keep on posting new videos and you keep complimenting me :-)
Next video will be the 24-7, somewhere in October.
@@erikneek Sir, you got yourself a deal :D
Linda maquina muchas gracias por con nosotras ese lindo modelo
Thank you so much! You're welcome. I'm glad you liked it.
Grandioso bravissimo!
Beautiful video, excellent content.
Thank you so much!!!
Very nice machine. You could make a video on just the threading procedure!
I might just do that for the next videos. Maybe even a overview/general info + threading and a seperate video on threading too.
Thank you for your feedback!
OMG I WISHED id found this BRILLIANT lil video yesterday ..its so packed with info. I LOOOOOOVED IT !! 😁👌 (but music too loud id rather hear you clearly as you are softly spoken i had to keep rewinding vid to hear better !😅) THANKYOU SO MUCH brill video 😁👌🤗
Thank you so much Sandra. You made my day!
Unfortunately mixing/balancing sound is difficult for me with hearing disability. Maybe the subtitles can help you? I added English subs.
Thanks again and keep safe, Erik
What’s that specific grease toy are using so I can try that same one for the gears? Thanks!
The grease I use is a Dutch brand, Kroon Oil. I use the regular ball bearing grease they make. It works fine.
I have read an article somewhere about which grease to use. Some components can be harmful. Unfortunately I can't remember where I saw that article... Sorry about that...
Take care, Erik
Donde encuentro un mecánico para este modelo 401g en el mercado. oriental
I have a 401a singer sewing machine and last night while I was sewing the stitching starting getting really loose and now I can't seem to fix it. Do you have a tutorial for that? It's all loose up top.
Maybe the bobbin underneath is near empty?
There is a Facebook group Singer 401. The members know a lot! So perhaps you can post your question there.
Good luck, Erik
genial
Do i need the plastic black cams for stitches mentioned on that panel? I just got a machine without the cams but anything except a stright stitch isnt working. I noticed i dont have any plastic cam inside. Its either this or the machine is broken
Hi Liv,
By the best of my knowledge the machine still works WITHOUT the black cams, as long as it is NOT set to 'Special' (which is for the optional cams). The inbuilt stitched should work.
When the top cover is removed, can you see anything moving when selecting any other setting? It may need some oil. That happened to mine before I made that video you saw.
And is the needle position set to the middle?
If you have problems with you 401 you might want to join and post your question at the 'Singer 401' group on facebook. They can probably help you better with your problem.
Good luck and all the best,
Erik
@@erikneek Thank you so much for replying so fast. Will open it up and see whats inside. I dont have a Fb account sadly. Yes the needle moves when I move the lever. At 3 is centered
@@liv7680 Do the mechanics inside move too, then you sew (with the needle in position 3/centered)?
To be honest: Its hard for me to pinpoint the problem. You might have a broken 401 or just a 401 that needs some oil.
Good luck!
@@erikneek thank you Erik for taking your time. It was a stupid mistake by my part. The stitch lengh(i think thats the one, the one on the right side of the machine) was set to maximum size 6 which was making the material to move too fast. I opened it up and everything moves freely and it was clean. I will give it a some lube because it wasnt serviced in a long time. Thank you so much again
Please I need help on how to do button hole with the 401G singer
I have no idea. I am so sorry I'm not able to help you.
Good luck
Hi
I own a Singer 421 g in very good condition but imI have tension issues.
What number do you set your tension dial at? I have at 8 for two layers quilting cotton
I’m not getting nice regular stitches is their anything else besides the needle and threading I should check out?
Hi Paula,
So sorry to hear you have issues with a 421. Such a lovely machine. It should work without problems.
My 401 worked perfect. I had the tension on 2 or something like that. At 8 is pretty high.
Did you adjust the pressure from the foot? (On top...)
If that doesn't help, I don't know actually...
I'm not an expert when it comes to sewing. (I only sew once a while.) Maybe someone at the Singer 401 Facebook-group has an solution.
Good luck, Erik
Hi Erik
Thanks for answering, I’ve tried almost everything!
It skips stitches too
I’m wondering if I need a thread stand , the thread holder on the top seems short for modern spools
I
@@paulavieyra4821 If it skips stitches I think the tension is off, or in worst case scenario the timing is off. To be honest: I have no idea.
My advice would be to summarize the issue, make a short video (with your smartphone) and post a question on the Singer 401 Facebook group. Maybe someone has the solution.
Does anyone know whether the foot pedal for the 401G is the same foot pedal for any of the 401 series?
The 401G is the German version. In Europe we have 220V. The 401A is an American version, 110V. So the 401a and 401g are not interchangeable.
(BTW there is a FaceBook-group dedicated to the Singer 401. Most questions are quickly answered by many enthousiasts with a lot of knowledge.)
Take care and enjoy your 401!
@@erikneek Thank you!
Bonjour.
J'ai la même machine . Mais j'ai pas les pièces qui se palacent en haut pour broder. Est ce que vous pouvez m'aider à les acheter svp.
Je suis en Algérie.☺️❤️pliiiiiz
Hi Habiba,
Thank you for your message.
What are you looking for? The cams?
You could try ebay of FaceBook-Marketplace.
If you want a specific part, you could try to follow the Singer 401-group on facebook. The people there are very nice and may know someone that has it for sale.
Good luck!
Hi Eric.my drive shift does’nt move am struggling to wind the bobbin
Hi. I really want to help you, but unfortunately I don't understand the issue and your question. Can you rephrase it?
By the way: There is a Singer 401-group on FB. Maybe you want to join that group and post your question there (with photo a/o video).
Good luck!
Does any1 know how front to back axle needle position is adjusted on this machine?
For detailed questions on the Singer 401 I always visit the Singer 401 facebook group. If you're on FB you might consider joining that group.
Good luck
@@erikneek Thank you. I will join. :)
Hola Dios los bendiga porfa alguien que me ayude a comprar unas piezas que le faltan a mi máquina singer 401G todo lo que va en la bobina la patita la tencion
Hello Hillary.
Parts for many Singer sewing machines are still available. Every part has a SIMANCO part number. If you don not have the part, you can find the part number in the parts-manual. Enter that part number in Google, and you might get some hits.
If that doesn't work you might want to buy a second machine, for parts only.
Last resort: There is a special 'Singer 401'-group on FaceBook. Leave a message there might help.
Good luck and god bless,
Erik
Мотор у неё на 110вольт или на 220вольт ??
quiero saber como enebrar el hilo en la singer 401g los pasos
If I understand correctly you want to know how to thread the Singer 401?
I made a short video on that. Threading a Singer 401:
ua-cam.com/video/7RRtWsskdfU/v-deo.html
Would that help you?
Take care, Erik
Hi Erik,
I am having problems with my Singer 401G, so I took it to a sewing machine repair shop near where I live in NL and they said theres a problem with the motor and that they cant fix it. I asked if it is possible to replace it and they said no. Do you know where I can get a replacement motor in the Netherlands for a Singer 401G?
Thanks
Edit: Also just want to mention that your channel is fantastic and has helped me so much up until this point. I really hope I can get my lovely sewing machine running again which is sentimental to me because it was my mums.
Hoi Georgina, thank you so much for your message. I'm sooooo glad I was able to help you along with your 401G.
I had an issue with my 401G too when I still had it. The repair shop I went to wasn't too keen to repair it - So I think I kind-of know the feeling.
Two tips: You might want to contact Niels de Gooijer of Naaimachines Vintage & Antiques. You can find him on FB. He is located near Eindhoven and is an international dealer of sewing machines and sewing machine parts.
If he doesn't have anything you can visit Helen Howes' site in the UK. But she mainly deals in older machines (if Im not mistaken....)
The motor of the 401 was used in multiple other Singers. I think - but don't know for sure - the 301, 400 series and 500 series series all share this motor. But do a factcheck before buying, because I'm not sure ;-)
Did you know there is a FB group dedicated to the Singer 401 machines? Perhaps they can help you. (Note: The motor of a 401A is different to a 401G motor!)
Succes! (Good luck)
And I hope you get yours working soon!
(PS. I'm in NL too)
Usted vive acá en managua me gustaría saber cual es su dirección y si usted es mecánico en ese tipo de maquina singer
I live in the kingdom of The Netherlands (Europe) so I'm not able to help or visit you. I'm sorry to disappoint you.
Good luck finding someone local that can assist you.
Have a great day
Does this machine has mecury?
I have no idea
Estoy interesada por una igual
I am trying to rewind my bobbin why has my wheel jammed
How did that happen? Can you give me more info?
I have no idea what the problem is, what has jammed?
An idea: You could post a question in the Singer 401 facebook group. I'm a member too and these people know A LOT!
Good luck, Erik
Porfa se los agradecería mucho soy de peru me pueden escribir gracias Dios los bendiga
I just bought one at a auction for 11$ needs a magic eraser and will look nice and clean. Found out after it needs discs for stitch patterns. I haven't tried to see if it runs. I showered my family what I bought and they said it's a piece of junk, and to cut my losses and not spend anymore money on it.... 😥. In case it does run, does anyone know where I can buy these disc and also need a foot. Thanks!! Great video, but do turn down the music
Congratulations on your machine!
The 401 had multiple in-built patterns, so you can use it without discs if you want to!
But it you want some discs I can find them on marketplace and you can even 3d-print them.
It is a fantastic machine so you will not lose very much on it since it was only 11 bucks 🙂
Glad you liked the video. I have a hearing disability so mixing sound is hard - But I'll turn the music down in future videos. Thanks for the tip
Enjoy your 401!!!
Erik
Es una pena q no este en español, tengo una igual y aun no se usarla
So sorry to hear you do not understand English. Here is an idea: You can download the transcript of the video.
I hope that helps. Good luck!
Хорошая машина.. Двигатель у меня сдох... Кто подскажет где найти мотор?
Hi, thank you so much for watching. Most EXTERNAL motors can be replaced with a new motor, like an YDK-motor (on ebay or other sites). Unfortunately the 401 has an internal motor. That makes replacing much more difficult!
Я про внутренний двигатель... На нём написано что они изготавливаются во Франции
@@user-sn4vb5ff8q I know it has an internal motor. And as I have stated in my previous reply: That will be difficult to replace.
If you're attached to your machine you might want to search for another to use that second machine for parts.
a y tanbien el motor
Why do ppl have music on instructional videos
My videos need music because I sometimes use up to 10 parts of different takes of ONE single sentence. (That is one of the drawbacks of not being a native English spekaer). So the background noise is all over and the music masks those voice-over edits.
But you're right: In this case -this video- the music was WAAYYYY TOO loud. (I have a hearing disability so mixing and balancing sound to very difficult.
But I made a revised version with... less prominent music. I hope you like that version better.
Take care and have a wonderful day!
Thanks for the video I need more light on how to use Singer 401 for embroidery
Hi Ebby. Thank you so much for watching. I’m not very good with embroidery. Maybe you want to join the Singer 401-group on FB. I think you can find your answer there. Sorry I’m not able to help you. Good luck!
Love your videos but I really dont like the music.
Noted. Thank you for your comment.
To be honest... I was not happy with the music too. Next will be better ;-)
Music sucks man.sorry. You are not a native speaker and I'm not as well. Imagine how I have to Concentrate on everything to understand. And on top of that, that irritating Music I have to ignore. I am also already have difficulties to focus . So I ask: WHY??
Hi Bea, thank you for your input.
You're right (or you could be right).
Having a hearing disability it is difficult for me to balance/mix sound (and music). But I need the music. Please let me explain: In some cases I have to redo some sentences over and over again Even up to ten times per sentence. Often I read only the separate words and stitch them together. So there are a lot of cuts in every sentence. As a result the ambient noise is all over so I have to mask all those cuts, by using music.
And then I have the first problem again: Difficulties balancing the sound. My hearing aids let me hear sound different to 'normal people'.
I'm sorry the video was not to your liking. Doing the best I can... and trying to do it better next time.
(If you want, you can switch on the subtitles I added.)
I made another version, with less prominent (and overwhelming) music: ua-cam.com/video/lbwyTqoDUjk/v-deo.html
Have a great day, Erik
The 'music' is irrelvant & distracts from the content. Ruined it for me.
Sorry, but that's my opinion.
Thank you for sharing your opinion John.
I'm sorry to hear that you didn't liked the video regardless all the info I have in the on this fabulous machine. (I also have separate videos on threading and so on, with less prominent music.)
Take care, Erik
Next time you make a video cut the music it's too hard to understand
I understand Frank. And I already made a version without the music. link is in the description. And also now in the message: ua-cam.com/video/lbwyTqoDUjk/v-deo.htmlsi=CcfQvHBl4VUTShmO
Take care
I own 4 sewing machines and 1 of them is my favorite 403 I paint cars for a living so I ended up polishing all the Crome parts and I put 2 coats of car clear on her .. she looks amazing the factory paint was in excellent condition so I decided to lightly sand her with 2000 wet or dry and clear coat her… my next clear coat job is my 201 😁 after my 301 is going to get a complete paint job I haven’t decided what color yet …I love these older sewing machine …great video 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🙏🏼