| A sewing machine can bring a lot of joy into your life | | | | Tighten Any Loose Screws |
| as you begin to sew and create things on a regular | | | | When you are cleaning or just looking over your |
| basis. Whether you are somebody who is constantly | | | | machine you should also be checking that all screws |
| sewing or just someone who pulls the machine out | | | | are tight. Try to have a small screwdriver on hand with |
| once in a while there are a few things you should do | | | | you when you perform any maintenance. Make sure |
| to keep it in top operating condition. After all, you did | | | | you only tighten any regular screws though as there |
| spend money on it so it is wise to protect your | | | | could be some 'set' screws that require a hex wrench. |
| investment as much as possible especially when it is | | | | These special screws can affect the timing and should |
| not difficult to do. | | | | only be adjusted by someone who understands the |
| The best place to start with the maintenance steps is | | | | inner workings of the sewing machine. Again, your |
| in the operator's manual that came with the machine. | | | | owner's manual will help you if you are unsure. |
| The manufacturer has the recommended steps in | | | | Remove Excess Lint That Builds Up |
| there to keep the sewing machine from breaking | | | | If you sew often then you will undoubtedly have some |
| down. While many people fail to even open this book it | | | | lint build up in the hidden areas of your machine. This |
| is important to do, and it's something that should be | | | | can lead to wear and tear of some of the parts so it |
| revisited periodically. | | | | is important to clean this out once in a while. You can |
| Add Some Oil | | | | even make a habit to do this after each use. |
| One thing that will be recommended is to periodically oil | | | | Sometimes a special brush or other tool will be |
| your sewing machine. However, you cannot use just | | | | included when you purchase your sewing machine. |
| any oil. You should purchase the clear oil that is | | | | By just performing some basic maintenance, your |
| specifically made for sewing machines so that you do | | | | sewing machine can last you many years. Whether |
| not damage any of the internal parts. Your operator's | | | | you use it often or only pull it out of storage once in a |
| manual will have a section that details how to do this | | | | while it is important to take care of it. This will protect |
| and what oil to use. After you have finished you should | | | | your investment so you don't have to prematurely |
| run some stitches on it, using some throw-away fabric, | | | | replace it. |
| in case any of the oil decides to escape out. | | | | |