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Whether you sew for a living or just to pass the time, it’s important to keep your machine well-maintained. If you want your sewing machine to continue to stitch efficiently for many years, regular cleaning is essential. While you can complete many upkeep tasks at home, more intensive sewing machine maintenance services require the help of a professional. Below, the Anchorage, AK-based experts from Riehl Sew N Vac explain the steps you need to take to clean your machine properly. 

3 Steps to a Clean Sewing Machine

1. Refer to Your Owner’s Manual

The first thing you must do is refer to the owner’s manual that came with your machine. Every model is different and has specific recommendations from its manufacturer on how the cleaning process should proceed. It’s vital to act in accordance with these specifications so you don’t damage your machine.

2. Clear Out the Lint

sewing machineNow, you can clean out the lint that has accumulated inside your machine from the fabrics you work with. After you turn your sewing machine off, remove the needle, presser foot, bobbin, needle plate, and bobbin case. Using a lint brush, canned air, or vacuum brush, get rid of all the lint you see in each piece you remove. Then, turn your attention to the feed dogs and race area—where there will be more lint to remove.

3. Have Your Machine Serviced Regularly

Once you put your machine back together, it will be ready to run smoothly. Ideally, you should clean your machine after approximately 10 hours of use. In addition, it pays to have your machine serviced by a professional once a year. They will check it from top to bottom and clean any areas you may not be able to get to.

Sewing machines can be a considerable investment, so it’s essential to do everything you can to keep yours in good condition. Contact Riehl Sew N Vac at (907) 563-2909, or visit them online for additional information on their services. 

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