Hi all,
Here are some more before and after shots. Here is a before of the machine base. No real damage but not looking too good:

And here is the after shot. A careful use of paint stripper to go back to bare wood. Then a gentle but firm sanding and a good quantity of wax furniture polish:

Next is a before of one of the clips on the base where the cover attaches:

And the after shot:

More coming soon folks. Stitch