Originally Posted by
JoeJr
You should use
only sewing machine oil, including for cleaning the surface of the machine. There are different brands, and I don't think they're all the same, I have no brand recommendation, I just make sure it says sewing machine oil and that it's clear. You can use petroleum jelly (I think the original formula for Vaseline) to re-grease the motor (there are grease cups on the underside). I look here for parts first:
https://www.vintagesingerparts.com/
I have no affiliation with the company. And you can find the user and adjuster's manual for your machine there.
I officially got the wires refreshed and got a new 3 prong terminal. I did connect the motor, light and controller to the male 3 prong attached to the machine and the power outlet attached to the female terminal. Most online tutorials and blogs mentioned putting the controller with the power outlet in the female terminal but I couldn't fit all 4 wires into the terminal. So the 3 parts connected to the machine. BUT it works!! First time since I bought it have I been able to sew a stitch.
But the machine is filthy so time to clean. I know you mentioned petroleum jelly to use as grease, I read somewhere that petroleum wasn't good to use as grease so I'm just curious what you experience with that is. Or if there is something else I should buy. And how often should I grease? I think I read like once a year or something.