SusieQOH

This is a gorgeous one. Made in 1941 I believe it's a 15

When I plug it in and try to run it, the foot pedal gets really hot
and the motor gets warm. At first I could get the wheel to turn
but now I can't.
I'd love to get this machine to work but I don't know if it needs a
new motor or what.
My eyes are bigger than my brain
Any help is appreciated
Sue
Here is the pic
https://www.quiltingboard.com/attachments/vintage-antique-machine-enthusiasts-f22/175118d1301097600-attachment-175112.jpe https

leonf

Looks fabulous.

unplug the machine, take the belt off, oil everything that moves, ( or should). Lube the motor with the proper goo,
run the motor without spinning the machine. Your motor or controller may need attention. If you have the head well lubricated, it should spin 3 revolutions with a good spin from the balance wheel.

SusieQOH

Thanks, leonf. The belt doesn't look original, it's reddish. But it appears to work.

leonf

Belt is unlikely to be the problem, I just wanted the head free of the motor for a good lube. up down and sideways. Don't forget the needlebar and bobbin areas.

SusieQOH

Can you tell me what a good lubricant it?

leonf

Folks have their favorites. make sure it is sewing machine oil. 3 in 1 or WD 40 gum up. Some folks like triflow (trifoil?) from bike shops . Your motor needs either oil or grease (Vaseline is often used) depending on how it was made. And BTW your 201 has greasepots below. Wait for others to suggest lube for those.

While you are lubing, get out a little brush and tweezers. tiny bit of thread and lint can lock up a machine.
Manuals are always good to read.

SusieQOH

Thanks again! I think I have the manual.

ragamuffin

It looks like the rubber little wheel to wind the bobbin is still in the position of "winding the bobbin". Hope you get it solved. Beautiful machine!

SusieQOH

I disengaged it, thanks! I am confused about lubricant vs/oil. Is lubricant for the gears and oil for the holes?

quiltsRfun

That's a beautiful machine. Hope you get it running.