Any ideas what would make an old (46-48 year old) Pfaff 230 sewing machine squeal when in use? I have followed the manual carefully to clean and oil everywhere needed. I took off the balance wheel and removed an amazing quantity of bits of old thread, but that didn't help. The sound seems to be coming from either the belt, balance wheel, or the motor (seriously hoping not the motor!)
Examination of the belt shows numerous small cracks, but none that go even halfway through the belt. Would changing the belt make a difference? I'm not even sure where to get a new belt, since the nearest dealer is an hour and a half drive away, and I've never even been there. I'm hoping not to have to take her to the doctor, if there's some way to nurse her at home.
Thank you for all suggestions. I'd really like to use this excellent machine again.
Donna G. Michigan's Upper Peninsula