Originally Posted by Kathy N
Yes all machines require oil. Look in the center of your bobbin case..is there a small white wick? If there is just put a drop or two of oil on it. Make sure it is sewing machine oil, nothing else will work right. Other areas may need oiling, you will want to check with your local repairman.
I beg to differ. Everyone should please refer to their owner's manual. My Singer 1030 manual specifically states "Do Not Oil" as the gears are encased and don't need to be oiled. I have had this machine since the '79 and it is a workhorse and has never had a drop of oil added to it, so please don't make a blanket statement like that.