Newbie:

Thanks for asking about all of us at the Jersey Shore. Ocean County is in terrible shape. Most do not have power and it is cold! Trees and power lines on houses and resources are scarce..I was lucky and had minimal damage and power earlier than most. Those with power are offering their houses as shelter for those who don't. It is refreshing to see this level of compassion and concern for others. Families are truly suffering!

As for your machine: Joe did a perfect job explaining the process to you. I should have been clearer re: grease housing in the rear....I apologize for that. The machine, once greased and oiled should spin so easily that it practically sews on its own. Sometimes you have to remove the flywheel at the rear to clean it if the machine moves when winding the bobbin. Check the wiring and make sure it is not frayed because it is tucked tightly in the rear. If it is Ok, there is no need to remove the Bakelite.

Dan, I am so glad you got through the storm with minimal damage! I have been praying for your area of the country and hope all is back to normal soon. :)

I really appreciate all of the information Dan & Joe!!! I oiled the machine and it is so much better! I think once I find some lube to put in it, the motor will stop smoking a bit. I did notice something tonight when I was sewing tonight...It was giving me a bit of a zing whenever I touched anything metal. I checked the wires and they are all covered well. There are no cracks in the cord or exposed wires at all. Is this normal? I wouldn't think so, but since it's an old machine, I didn't know.

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I am alarmed that you are getting a Zing...the machine is prone to wiring shorts and they are hard to find. The motor should not smoke at all. I suggest that you not use it until you find the short, and I'm sure there is a frayed wire somewhere. I don't want to see you hurt so please look for it.

You may have to take off the bakelite at the rear of the machine. It is one or two screws. Note were the wires go because they can break easily. Inspect the wiring all the way to the motor. I am sure you have some very bad wires. Keep us informed.

PS...thanks for the nice thoughts.

Rain has a blog with info on rewiring those potted type motors: http://vssmb.blogspot.com/search/label/Rewire

very nice!!

Thanks, Dan. I will check it out right away!

Thank you Miriam and Solstice!

I need a light switch for mine. Anyone know where i can get one. / I love this machine. you can PM me . at cmaras1234 Thanks carol

OK all, I think I found the source of the zing... This is behind where the power cord connects to the machine.

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Rain has a step by step tutorial on his blog for rewiring that. Or you could remove the motor and put a different motor on it. You can put a big wheel on it and put it on a treadle, a HC will fit. You might have to buy some parts either way.