free westinghouse sewing machine serial numbers

On the machine label you will see what it calls a model number, for example, “158.16012” ON THE MANUAL, HOWEVER, you will see a model number “1601,” Which is derived by dropping the mfgr code and the last digit, which is considered to be a ‘rev’ or version number. It tells us who supplied and sometimes who manufactured the machine. An explanation of S/K model numbers follows:ĪLL Kenmore sewing machines have a model number that begins with three numbers and then a period. Many Kenmore manuals can be found in the Sears-Kenmore FB group. There are lots of hits including a you-tube that is good. The next thing to do is to Google your model. Now… after all that general info that applies to 99% of all machines the important thing about the 120.491 Kenmore is that the manual says to not oil it.Repeat:…Do not oil it!… It uses nylon and bronze bushings. If the machine has not had much maintenance in the past use it for a couple days and the repeat the lubrication. Check and equalize your thread tension, adjust stitch length and give it a try. Add a drop to each spot while rotating the wheel.

Also change the thread adjustments while you do this. Use a pen light to spot any joints that move, rotate or oscillate when you turn the wheel.

An air gun with an extension nozzle can help clean corners joints that you can’t get to. WD-40 can be use as a crud loosening cleaning fluid following up with a cloth to clean up loose oil and dirt. Start by unplugging the machine, removing the covers and clean all the dust and crud out. This is for every sewing machine maintainer except you.

Free westinghouse sewing machine serial numbers