nicotine stains on 301
I bought a 301a about a month ago. I love sewing on this machine. I cleaned it using sewing machine oil and a soft rag, oiled the heck out of it and it just works wonderfully. The only problem is that there are, what I think, nicotine stains in all the little corners etc on the machine. They look ugly and don't affect the mechanics of the machine but I don't know how to get rid of them. Any advice on how to get rid of these would be welcomed. Thanks.
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scrubbing with a wet toothbrush dipped in baking soda?
I really don't know. If they don't smell, I would probably ignore them. |
I'd use Dawn dishsoap and a toothbrush...
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I'd use soap and a small swab for the little niches. I bought a machine years ago and it turned my rag brown. Stunk!, but I got it okay. Just takes a little scrubbing.
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Originally Posted by Briarberry
(Post 5276477)
I bought a 301a ...there are, what I think, nicotine stains in all the little corners etc on the machine.
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My 301 arrived with a coating of yellow nicotine, too. I know the look and smell having purchased a smoker's house years ago. I scrubbed her down with a toothbrush dipped in an Oxyiclean solution. Of course I dried the machine immediately. She came sparkly clean. I would have then oiled or waxed her just for looks and protection, but I'm planning a paint job, so I didn't do anything except sew with her. I've been three days without her due to an electrical problem and I feel like I've lost my best friend even though there are 8 or more other machines in the house. You'll love sewing with this one.
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I use Mean Green or Awesome from the dollar store - wipe off as you go - safe to use on the 301s - the finish will be ok - the old black machines don't like that stuff - takes off the finish.
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Thanks for the replies, I was afraid to use anything too strong because I didn't want to ruin the finish. I just tried Dawn and it seemed to work but I have Mean Green in the closet just in case. I do love this machine, it sews such a straight stitch.
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Originally Posted by Briarberry
(Post 5278167)
Thanks for the replies, I was afraid to use anything too strong because I didn't want to ruin the finish. I just tried Dawn and it seemed to work but I have Mean Green in the closet just in case. I do love this machine, it sews such a straight stitch.
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Originally Posted by Charlee
(Post 5276538)
I'd use Dawn dishsoap and a toothbrush...
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