Getting machine out of hibernation

[jbsewsinwv 4]

My Freddie has been dormant for two years (shame on me). What tips does anyone have before I start using the machine?

[Cagey 742]

JB

 

When I got my George that had not been used for a number of years, I removed the needle, put a few drops of oil on each of the oil wicks (probably more than needed), pulled out the bobbin case, oiled the hook assembly with oill, and ran it slowly for a few seconds.  After not hearing any grinding or sounds that caused me worry I ran George at half speed for a few minutes starting and stopping every now and then.  After he was all warmed up, I secured the foot peddle at almost full speed and let George run for about a half hour.  It got the gearbox and motor nice and warm.  Since then, I have only had to tighten the motor drive assembly allen screws.  They would slip, and the needle would not go up and down.  

 

I would guess there is some button you can depress that makes your Freddie run constantly at a set speed regardless of movement.  After a few minutes of warming up, and no expensive sounding noises, you should be up and running again.  Best of luck to you.

 

Cagey

[Quilta93 372]

I went to a roadshow today and asked about a machine that hasn't been used for awhile. Mark said to oil the wicks and let the machine sit for a few hours to let the oil get into the machine. you might want to call APQS.

Deb.