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SECTION 5. CARE FOR THE MACHINE

Oiling the Machine

Open face cover plate and oil two points as shown below at least once a year. One or two drops ol oil is sufficient.

Remove excess oil, otherwise it may stain fabrics.

Unplug the machine and remove the presser foot and needle.

21Remove the bobbin cover plate.

3.Remove the screw on the left side

ol the needle with the large screw driver.

4.Remove the needle plate.

5.Take out the bobbin. Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.

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dogs, hook race and bobbin		holder.	position		the	bobbin	holder	so	the
Also	use a soft, dry cloth.		notch	fits next to the stopper				in	the
			hook	race.

in case machine is not used tor an extended time, oil it before sewing. Use good quality sewing machine oil.

No other oiling is required

Above points are only area which require oiling on this machine.

385. 17526 specifications

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Sears 385. 17526 owner manual Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs, Oiling the Machine

Models: 385. 17526