Where do I add grease (not oil) to an older Necchi sewing machine?

Hello, Bonnie -

If you would add the model number or name of your older Kenmore sewing machine, I might be able to provide you with more specific information. All you need to do is click or tap on Comment and add the model number or name of your Kenmore sewing machine in the Comment box.

Just about any store selling sewing supplies and sewing machine supplies will sell the sewing machine oil and grease which can be used on any sewing machine.

Read instructions here:
https://stitchnerd.wordpress.com/2011/05/29/how-to-oil-a-vintage-sewing-machine/

The web page cited above calls the sewing machine grease "tri-flow grease." Tri-flow grease is also known as ". . . synthetic grease with PTFE (teflon) . . ." Source of information:

https://www.quiltingboard.com/vintage-antique-machine-enthusiasts-f22/why-tri-flow-t204220.html


Best wishes.

Try a brand new needle. If that doesn't work, then the machine is probably out of time. Search for sewing machine timing or take it for service.

If it is the newer Necchi computerized machine, oil ONLY where the manual instructs. The only place that may be safe to oil is 1-2 drops on the shuttle/hook:
How to Oil Sewing Machine

Instruction Manual Necchi 4825

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Pay with a credit card and if you are not happy send it back via the credit card company if needed.

necchi's are good sewing machines, I personally own 2 necchi's,
and I've never had any problems with them and I've had them for around 10 years, here is what I suggest
use a new needle--one that is for the fabric your sewing
rethread the machine top and bobbin--use every thread guide
try a different bobbin
clean under the needle plate and in the bobbin area for lint
call a sewing machine repair shop in your area and ask them how
much a necchi sewing machine is worth or check on ebay and see
what they are selling for.
since you inherited the sewing machine,, having the machine
serviced completely would be a good idea, that way they can check
to see if the grease and oil that the gears and parts use is fresh or
needs to be replaced and it's very important the grease and oil are in
good condition.
and they can make sure the machine's is timed correctly
ask how much a tune up cost for a sewing machine and then
you'll have to decide if the price is what you want to pay.

also since the sewing machine is doing repeat loops from the bobbin
adjust the top thread tension just a little at a time till the stitch looks
normal on a scrap piece of fabric
if you don't have a manual on the sewing machine let me know & I'll try
to find you one.
I've been sewing for 30 years, and like I said I have 2 necchi's already
and I had one other one before these 2 that I have now and it lasted me
for around 15 years and I wore it out making clothes.
I wouldn't hesitate to buy or except another necchi because I know
they are good machines.
I have a mechanical and a electronic necchi and my husband uses the
electronic one when he makes quilts.
good luck on your decision
Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year

3-in-one oil

sewvacdoctor.com has a list on their site with helpful free tips. I found this site for you I think will get you on your way. Hope this helps.

Hi. I found a copy of a manual for your machine at http://www.sewusa.com/Sewing_Machine_Manuals/Necchi_Manuals/4795_Instruction_Manual.htm but if it's the same one you have, that might not be what you're looking for.
Nancy's Notions (http://www.nancysnotions.com/home.do) has a good number of DVDs on sewing in general, and even a good one on use of the different pressure feet, but nothing on Necchi machines in particular.
Yahoo groups has a number of sewing machine groups. One is dedicated to Italian-made Necchi machines but the one that might be of most interest to you is http://groups.yahoo.com/group/vintagejapansewingmachines/?yguid=336509903 on the older Japanese-made machines.
Please let me know if this helps.
Happy Sewing!

Robbie

i have a Necchi 523 instruction manual> you may email me at [email protected] put sewing machine in the subject line...Denise

You can search sewing machine manuals here online and find your Supernova Manual for 10-15 dollars. http://www.sewingmanuals.com/Sewing_Machine_Manuals/Necchi.htm
As far as using WD-40 please don't use that. It is not for oiling. The WD stands for Water Displacement. It was designed for automotive electrical, etc. It is also a good penetrant for loosening nuts and bolts or stuck parts.
You need to use regular real sewing machine oil (white oil) that can be found most any store or another great product is called Tri-Flow from hardware stores that has Teflon in it. WD-40 is not oil.