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How to Lubricate a Sewing Machine
by a eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor
In order to ensure that your sewing machine enjoys the long life it was built for, it's important to upkeep it regularly using proper maintenance techniques. One of the easiest things you can do to keep your sewing machine running smoothly is to lubricate it using sewing machine oil.
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Necchi Sewing Machine Troubleshooting
by Michelle Powell-Smith
Necchi sewing machines are classic mechanical, rotary-hook machines. Troubleshooting and maintenance tend to be easy. Before you take the sewing machine into a repair shop, you may be able to solve the problem yourself. You just need a basic toolkit consisting of two small flat-head screwdrivers; sewing machine oil or three-in-one machine oil; tweezers; and cleaning rags.
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Lamp Repair Instructions
by Steve Wood
Have some basic tools handy: a small flat-blade screwdriver, sewing-machine oil, a thin green fiber cleaning pad, and a test light. Confirm the problem is not just a burned out bulb. If you find that the problem is a defective wall socket, lamp socket or lamp cord, check the resource links for more information.
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How to Minimize Rework in Garments
by Lynn
During garment production, there are many errors that cause rework in garments. These mistakes are found during inspection and sent back for production. Many factors cause rework in garments such as leaking sewing machine oil, dirty hands, loose seams, holes in fabric and sewing garments together without following instructions. Having a good sample for the sewers to follow is important to prevent rework in garments. Also having inspections throughout the production of garments will minimize rework in the end.
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