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    Old 12-15-2011, 05:40 AM
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    Question How often do I need to oil my machine?

    I bought my Janome at the end of October and have only oiled it once. I read a thread where someone oils their machine every time they refill the bobbin. How often do I really need to oil it??

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    Old 12-15-2011, 05:50 AM
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    what does your manual say?
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    Old 12-15-2011, 05:52 AM
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    umm, I guess I need to check that. Thanks
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    Old 12-15-2011, 05:54 AM
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    Originally Posted by Holice
    what does your manual say?
    Ditto....the manual for my machine says definitely NOT oil. Just keep it clean of lint below the throat plate. Plus regular service by a qualified technician should keep it in top notch condition.
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    Old 12-15-2011, 05:59 AM
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    I can't find anywhere in my manual that says anything about oiling.
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    Originally Posted by pinkberrykay
    I can't find anywhere in my manual that says anything about oiling.
    Perhaps a call to the dealer where you purchased your machine?
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    Old 12-15-2011, 06:05 AM
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    Yes, I agree about reading your manual...and it is always a good idea to follow the cleaning and oiling instructions
    and I use the brush that came with my machine to clean out all the lint and or threads that may be in you bobbin area... I do not think it is necessary to oil each time your finish a project. I would also call you dealer if you have any questions at all on your machine.
    I was told by the sewing machine center what I bought my Janome ... I should bring in my Janome sewing machine to my dealer and have it serviced once a year if you do allot of sewing. To keep your machine in good working
    condition. A good sewing machine is quite expensive to be replacing it and your machine should last for years.

    Your dealer is your best place to get all your questions answered on your machine, besides your manual.

    Have Sewing...and Have a very Merry Christmas.
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    Old 12-15-2011, 06:19 AM
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    My Janome dealer is great, I will stop in and ask them. I do know I need to have it serviced yearly if not earlier. Mine didn't come with a brush but I did buy one so I could clean out the bobbin area when needed. You all have been a great help thank you so much.
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    Old 12-15-2011, 07:07 AM
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    You are very welcome...I love my Janome...and I know that by keeping it dust and lint free ...and having it serviced
    yearly...I will be a happy camper...

    The forum is such a great place to exchange tips and idea's...and get so many helpful and great answers.
    I love seeing all the wonderful quilts and all types of sewing projects.
    I can always count on a quick respond to all my questions.
    Thanks Everyone.

    I love reading and learning for others. All quilters and sewer's are all made for the same fabric.
    Where Sharing and Caring sewers can always count on good advice . !!! Have a great sewing day
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    Old 12-15-2011, 07:28 AM
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    It depends on your machine. Follow your manual or advice of dealer.
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