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Where can I buy silicone based sewing machine oil in New Zealand and what is it called?

I live in Waikanae on the Kapiti Coast and my overlocker, sewing and knitting machines all bought in South Africa specify that they need to be oiled with silicone oil. No one seems to know what I'm talking about! Silicone spray will not work!

Public Comments

1. I suppose it really depends on the manufacturer, but they are often not recommended by some manufacturers, as seen in this article: http://www.bernina.com.au/craft/hans_handy_hints/maintaining_your_sewing_machine and also in these: http://www.sewingmachinefeet.com/lube_a_thread.html http://www.ztw3.com/forum/forum_entry.php?id=104034 I'm not saying the Silicone Spray is wrong as you should be using your manufacturer's instructions but can understand why you may not be able to purchase locally because of the above comments. If you can't find anything locally, I think you should try and contact the company that made your machines or the store where you bought them from and see if they will accept an overseas order. If not, do you have any friends or relatives there that could purchase it for you and mail it out? Hope this helps. Good luck.