Originally Posted by Charlee

Hi Janet! Congrats! Can't wait to see the pics... go here for the serial numbers:
http://www.ismacs.net/singer_sewing_machine_company/serial-numbers/singer-sewing-machine-serial-number-database.html

Just how much cleaning you need to do depends on the condition...it may not need a total spa treatment. Be careful of the decals, they are easy to damage, especially if the shellac is gone...sewing machine oil is the safest way to clean the outside of the machine, even tho it can take a little longer and more elbow grease!

Miriam can point you to Muv's videos on how to clean a machine that doesn't need the full spa treatment...