If you have lost your manual or picked up an amazing sewing machine second hand that didn’t come with a manual, you are going to need a replacement manual. Sewing machine manuals give you information on the functions and stitches performed by your machine, how to clean and oil the machine and various troubleshooting tips.
If you are an experienced sewer you can guess how to use some of the functions but you will only get maximum productivity from your machine by knowing what all the bells and whistles do.
Where to find Sewing Machine Manuals
The good news is that most major manufacturers offer their manuals free on their website as a PDF download. There are also several excellent commercial sites where you can purchase old manuals for an average of $15-$25. Definitely worth the investment!
Start by finding your machine’s model number. It may be on the back or underneath so have a good look before you go to the manufacturer’s site. If you are really stuck and can’t find a model number, try emailing a photo of the machine to the manufacturer for some help. Most reputable brands give great customer service and are happy to help.
FREE Sewing Machine Manuals to Download
These companies have free sewing machine manuals on their websites for you to download. This is a great time and money saver.
| BRAND | SEWING MACHINE MANUALS DOWNLOAD ADDRESS |
| Babylock | www.babylock.com/downloads/manuals/ |
| Bernina | www.bernina.com/en-US/Support-US |
| Brother | http://support.brother.com/g/b/productseries.aspx?c=gb&lang=en&content=ml&pcatid=36#Series-147 |
| Elna | www.elnausa.com/en-us/pages.php?page=107 |
| Janome | www.janome.com/en/support/manuals/ |
| Juki | www.jukihome.com/support/jukimanuals.html |
| Kenmore | www.kenmore.com/customer-care |
| Pffaf | www.pfaff.com/Support-and-Updates/Support |
| Singer | www.singerco.com/support/instruction-manuals |
| Viking Husqvarna | www.husqvarnaviking.com/Support |
Online Paid Sources of Sewing Machine Manuals
These companies have an enormous selection of sewing machine manuals you can purchase relatively cheaply. Relics advertises that they have more than 3700 different manuals.
Good luck finding the sewing machine manuals you need!
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geoff says
I just got a Viking Husqvarna type 21. Don’t know the year probable 1960. Looking to get a users manual for it. Are they similar to 21-a, because that is all I can seem to find.
Thank you
Geoff
Treasurie says
Hi Geoff, I’m not sure about that particular model. I’d start by contacting Viking directly. Relics is also really knowledgeable. Their manuals aren’t free but I’d email them for advice too. Good luck. I hope you find it. Those old machines last forever.
DIONADIE ASONG says
Hi, do you have manual for sinterman bt-248t sewing machine? Thank you so much?
Treasurie says
Hi Dionadie, I hadn’t come across that one before but I found their website at http://sinterman.net/store/ . I would just contact them through email and see if they have a copy for you. Most companies are helpful in providing manuals as they want you to use their machines. Good luck!
June Jones says
Hi there do you have a manual for Ace-6600 Computerised Sewing Machine Homemaker Ace Pro Designer With Pedal thank you so much
Treasurie says
Sorry June, I have just put together this list of links to manufacturers and don’t have any actual manuals. I couldn’t find a manufacturer site for this one. Perhaps you can get a second hand manual on ebay. Also try Sewing Parts Online or Relics (links in my articles). They have large selections of manuals.
Dee Risk says
Hi, I’m looking for a manual for a Janome Model 641.
Treasurie says
Hi Dee, If these links don’t help or if yours is not listed on their site, try contacting Janome directly from their website at http://www.janome.com .