Need Oiling Locations for Sewing Machine

If the manual doesn't call for oiling the machine, then the sewing machine has sealed bearings that do not need additional lubricant. Most computerized sewing machines do not need oiling by the user.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Wells

Your machine is a relatively new model so following the instructions in the manual is the best course of action. Oiling a computerized improperly could damage the machine!

As a computerized machine, it is probable that there is very little (if any) oiling required. You can check with your local Baby Lock dealer's technician for oiling instructions and a manual for your machine. (Oiling incorrectly could permanently damage the machine.)

I was unable to locate a manual for your machine, but did find this web site:
Baby Lock Manuals

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If it is a computerized model, most likely it requires very little or no oiling. Your owner's manual should have that information. Be sure to follow the instructions as oiling in the wrong spots could damage it.

If it is mechanical model, then it probably requires more oiling.

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Have you performed any recent cleaning and oiling? If not, that is probably the basis of your problem. The machine is seizing because the lubrication has dried and is preventing the parts from moving.

Consult your owner's manual, use ONLY fresh good quality sewing machine oil and apply 1-2 drops each place as instructed in the manual.

If your machine is mechanical, you can open the top and bobbin area, gently hand rotate the handwheel toward you, and watch where metal rubs on metal and apply 1-2 drops of oil each place. Do NOT oil plastic, belts, or decorator stitch cams. Then SLOWLY run your machine to get the oil distributed. It should loosen up after the machine has run for a few minutes.

You should oil the hook/shuttle every time you install a new bobbin, do a complete cleaning and oiling every 40 hours of sewing time or (if the machine is in storage) every 6 months.

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try this link for a free manual,, the information about oiling should be in it. if the info is not in the manual, contact singer and ask them if the machine is self oiling machine. http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/1128_white-2037-x.pdf

Ok, googled "sewing machine 385 12914" and it brought up Kenmore.... you can get most of their manuals through the sears website. But I did not find 385 12914.... here is a 385. 12714 set of manuals on this page including a service manual. Perhaps they are close to your model?

http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/user-manuals/38512714090-Kenmore-SEWING+MACHINE-manual

There should be two screws on the top of the machine. Those need to come off first. Most
Whites have a top that comes off in that way. On the hand wheel side there is usually one or two screws to remove that metal piece (below the hand wheel). Then the base should come off just by removing those screws on the bottom. As far as oiling, lubricate any point where two pieces come together and there is movement except the belt area.

You should contact a White sewing machine dealer. The manual does mention the machine needs regular cleaning and oiling, but provides no direction for oiling. Usually computerized machines are only oiled (one drop) on the race where the bobbin case rests. However, your dealer should be able to advise you.

You can purchase that instruction manual here:
http://www.sewingpartsdirect.com/white-model-622-instruction-manual.aspx