. Some may require a hex key to tighten so it maybe worth getting hold of a set if you can. Some machines have these areas marked but check your manual anyway.Sewing machines are not toys. A missing screw can cause huge damage to your machine particularly if itÂ’s part of the timing mechanism. Make sure the outer PVC of the cable is not split and showing the copper inner cores. With a lot of use these can wear and become sloppy causing your machine to short out at the most inconvenient of moments. Although it looks harmless enough it builds up in hard to reach areas and clogs up the mechanism of your sewing machine.Sewing Machine OilUse proper oil! DonÂ’t use the stuff you put in your car engine because it wonÂ’t penetrate the moving parts properly.After oiling run a few stitches over some scrap fabric. This allows any excess oil to escape onto the scrap piece and not on your new sewing project.If you find any electrical faults I would advise taking your machine to a competent electrician or servicing agent as you cannot be too careful when it comes to electricity.If you find a missing screw donÂ’t use the machine until it has been replaced. Later I will go into more detailed servicing but if you follow the simple steps often you will spend less time having your sewing machine repaired and keep your machine in good working order. It also prevents rust which can form on surface areas. This wonÂ’t usually be a problem on the inside workings of the sewing machine as those wires are generally fixed and donÂ’t move. If not you can buy it quite easily as most sewing shops. That way your machine will always be ready for use. You will generally find a build up near the bobbin case.Loose ScrewsAs you oil your machine check for any screws that may have become loose and tighten them as necessary.Try to clean the lint from your sewing machine every time you have finished a project.To ConcludeAs I said in the beginning these are only the basics of sewing machine maintenance.ElectricsLook out for wires that have split or where the outer PVC covering is becoming worn. Refer to your owners manual for the areas that need regular oiling. Proper sewing machine oil is clear and you may have had some included with the purchase of your machine. It has too harsh a suck and can remove small parts and oil. DonÂ’t use a vacuum cleaner.Removing LintLint is a build up of fluff from using thread.Oiling your machine properly automatic can seamer stops wear and tear and keeps everything working smoothly.Open up any casings you can on your machine and clean the lint out with a small brush. Make sure itÂ’s not being stretched when in use.Check the plug where it fits into your machine. For safety reasons we advise unplugging your machine from the mains before attempting to do any maintenance.The most common fault is with the cable on the pedal. Rust doesnÂ’t only stain your fabrics it gets into the mechanism of your sewing machine and grinds away at the moving parts. They can maim or even kill if not serviced correctly

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