Kenmore Ergo3 sewing machine error codes
These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Kenmore Ergo3 sewing machine. For repair how-to help, visit the PartsDirect repair help section, which includes repair help for sewing machines, major appliances, lawn and garden equipment, garage door openers, vacuum cleaners and more. Search for your model number to find a complete list of replacement parts for your sewing machine.
X and/or Y carriage motor failure
Unplug the sewing machine and check the wiring connections on the X and Y carriage motor and the A control board. Reconnect any loose wires. If the wires are okay, check the resistance of the carriage motors using a multi-meter. The carriage motor resistance should be 6 ohms or higher. If the multi-meter detects resistance of less than 6 ohms or an open circuit, replace the carriage motor. If both carriage motors are okay, replace the A control board.
Zigzag motor failure
Unplug the sewing machine and check the wiring connections on the zigzag motor and the A control board. Reconnect any loose wires. If the wires are okay, check the resistance of the zigzag motor using a multi-meter. The zigzag motor resistance should be 6 ohms or higher. If the multi-meter detects resistance of less than 6 ohms or an open circuit, replace the zigzag motor. If the zigzag motor is okay, replace the A control board.
Feed motor failure
Unplug the sewing machine and check the wiring connections on the feed motor and the A control board. Reconnect any loose wires. If the wires are okay, check the resistance of the feed motor using a multi-meter. The feed motor resistance should be 6 ohms or higher. If the multi-meter detects resistance of less than 6 ohms or an open circuit, replace the feed motor. If the feed motor is okay, replace the A control board.
Failure of the Y cable
The Y cable carries the data signal from the reader/writer 19000 to the A control board. Unplug the sewing machine and reconnect the Y cable to control board A if the Y cable is disconnected. Check the Y cable for damage and replace it if necessary.
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