Originally Posted by iluvmycats
I wrote earlier regarding the usty smell in the 221 and 301 I have. Both of the cases smell musty, however it is the musty smell of the machines. Is it old oil on the parts and if so, what do I use to clean. I know on the 221, I have to replace the felt pad on the bottom, but in general, what is the best way to get rid of the smell in the machines? Thanks, Nancy
Nancy you can clean the machines with kerosene. The kerosene will not harm the finish or decals, but will clean up the old oil. I have never gotten a machine that has that smell coming from the machine itself? I bet it is coming from the bottom cover of those machines - something that can absord odor? I'd toss any thread still in the bobbins, the felt thingy on the spool pin (if there is one) that the thread sits on, anything that could absorb odors. Let us know if you solve the problem.
Nancy