Originally Posted by
Candace
You should be o.k. with this model as it doesn't seem to have cams for different stitches. The later machines with the built in embroidery stitches seem to be the worst culprits for broken parts:< But, yes the top should come off somehow. It may be held on with the knobs or dials on top that are removed first. If it's never been serviced, it really should be...
Trust me, the whole housing is one solid piece, no seperate topcover. But no plastic gears either. And it works great and is fast and smooth. It's in great shape and I just bought an unopened package of accessories from 1961 for a Brother with receipt (for a different machine). She is also center homing needle.