Sewing & Cutting Machine Repair

Sewing Machines Sales & Service
Cutting & Sewing Machine Supplies

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Cleaning and Oiling Your Sewing Machine

This information is being updated. Currently there is not much here.

Supplies:

 

Soft Cleaning Cloths. Warm Soapy Water ( mild soap ). Soft Paper Towels. Sewing Machine Oil. Wire Brush ( Brass ). Toothbrush or nylon brush. Cleaning Solution ( Fantastic or similar ). *NOTE* Do not use cleaning solutions on the decals or the head. The cleaning solution is for use on the chrome parts and screws that are removed from the machine for cleaning. The cleaning solution can damage decals and discolor the finish and paint on the head.

Bright overhead light. Toothpicks. Thin piece of plastic ( from side of bubble packs, or Singer needle packs ). Long and Short Handled screwdrivers of various sizes. Plastic tub or dish for parts. Lint brush for small paint brush. Old News paper.

Basic Tools and Supplies. Not all items listed above are shown.
Includes ( from left to right ): Three bottles of sewing machine oil ( Buy good quality oil ), Singer lubricant for gears and slides, paint brush for dusting and cleaning out lint, various size screwdrivers.

* Please Note * - Sewing Machines should be serviced at least once a year by a qualified service center. Failure to do so can lead to untimely breakdown or poor performance. The basic service information here is provided for the time between regular servicing.

 

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Sewing Machine Maintenance

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Oiling Diagrams Order Machine

Oiling Points on the head.

Oiling Points under the machine.

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Names of Parts for Sewing Machines and Treadles.

Parts of a Singer Sewing Machine (Model 66 Shown)

Parts of a Singer Treadle A. Belt Guide E. Treadle B. Band Wheel F. Belt Shifter C. Band Wheel Crank G. Leg D. Pitman H. Dress Guard

Oiling Points on a Singer Treadle. Other Treadle Cabinets Similar.

 

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Book 31

 

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Book 12

 

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Points D and E2. Do not use Oil! Use Singer White Lubricant on all gears!

D Use Singer white lubricant on the gears. Do not use Oil!

 

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Table 9-1.-Troubleshooting Chart