EXPLORATORY

TLE-Dressmaking
Module 6: MELC LO 2.
Clean and Lubricate the Machine
Week 5: Day 3-5

Department of Education - MIMAROPA Region

TLE – Grade 7/8 Dressmaking
Alternative Delivery Mode (ADM)
Module 6: LO 2. Clean and Lubricate Machine
First Edition, 2020

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 EXPLORATORY

TLE-Dressmaking
Module 6: MELC LO 2.
Clean and Lubricate the Machine

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Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education-Grade 7/8 Alternative Delivery
Mode (ADM) Module on Cleaning and Lubricating Machine!
This module was collaboratively designed, developed, and reviewed by educators both
from public and private institutions to assist you, the facilitator, in helping the learners
meet the standards set by the K to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal,
social, and economic constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners in guided and independent
learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore, this also aims to help
learners acquire the needed 21st-century skills while taking into consideration their
needs and circumstances.

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this module. You
also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them to manage their
learning. Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as they
do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

Welcome to the Technology and Livelihood Education-Grade 7/8 Alternative Delivery
Mode (ADM) Module on Cleaning and Lubricating Machine!
This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful opportunities for
guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You will be enabled to
process the contents of the learning resource while being an active learner.

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This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

What I Need to This will give you an idea of the skills or

Know competencies you are expected to learn in the
module.

This part includes an activity that aims to check

What I Know what you already know about the lesson to take.
If you get all the answers correct (100%), you
may decide to skip this module.

What’s In This is a brief drill or review to help you link the

current lesson with the previous one.

In this portion, the new lesson will be introduced

What’s New to you in various ways such as a story, a song, a
poem, a problem opener, an activity, or a
situation.

This section provides a brief discussion of the

What is It lesson. This aims to help you discover and
understand new concepts and skills.

This comprises activities for independent

practice to solidify your understanding and skills
What’s More of the topic. You may check the answers to the
exercises using the Answer Key at the end of the
module.

What I Have This includes questions or blank

Learned sentences/paragraphs to be filled in to process
what you learned from the lesson.

This section provides an activity that will help you

transfer your new knowledge or skill in real-life
What I Can Do
situations or concerns.

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 This is a task which aims to evaluate your level
Assessment of mastery in achieving the learning
competency.

Additional In this portion, another activity will be given to

Activities you to enrich your knowledge or skill of the
lesson learned.

Answer Key This contains answers to all activities in the

module.

The following are some reminders in using this module:

1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any part of the
module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises.
2. Do not forget to answer What I Know before moving on to the other activities
included in the module.
3. Read the instruction carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher once you are through with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate
to consult your facilitator. Always bear in mind that you are not alone in
accomplishing this module.
We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful learning and
gain a deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 What I Need to Know

This module covers the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of learners required to
support dressmaking work. The focus of this module is on cleaning and lubricating a
machine. This helps you understand the importance of performing basic maintenance
used in dressmaking as you follow safety procedures in machine cleaning. The
language used in this module recognizes the diverse vocabulary in the field of garment
production. The lessons are arranged according to the standard sequence directed to
the achievement of two or more learning outcomes, as shown below.

Content Standard: The learner demonstrates understanding in performing basic

maintenance of sewing machines in dressmaking/tailoring.

Performance Standard: The learner consistently perform basic maintenance of

sewing machine in dressmaking/tailoring.

Module 6: LO 2. Clean and Lubricate Machine

(TLE_HEDM7/8BM-0i-7)

After completing this module, you are expected to:

• Follow the safety procedures in machine cleaning

• Perform regular maintenance schedules

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 Basic Maintenance of Sewing
Machine in Dressmaking/Tailoring

What I Know

Directions: Arrange the following steps in cleaning and lubricating the faceplate and
upper tension, in chronological order. Mark the first step as A, second as
B, and so on. Write your answer in your notebook.

A. Safety Procedures in Cleaning and Lubricating the Face Plate

1. Put back the Face Plate in place.
2. Unscrew the faceplate and keep it in the drawer while cleaning.
3. Brush dust away then put a little amount of oil while rotating the balance wheel to
inner parts can be accessed.

B. Safety Procedures in Cleaning and Lubricating the Upper Tension

1. Brush, dust, and wipe with an absorbent cloth with oil.

2. Remove the outer bolt, tension dial, discs, and disc spring.
3. Assemble by following the laid parts in your table.
4. Lay each part in your front table following its disassembling for easier assembling.

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 What’s In

Activity 6.1: Detect and Connect

Directions: The following are common troubles of the sewing machine. Write the
possible causes and remedies by giving safety procedures in cleaning
the machine. Write your answer in paragraph form in your notebook.

a. The machine fails to run

b. Machine moves heavily
c. Machine is noisy

What’s New

Activity 6.2: Share Your Idea

Directions: Read and analyze the situation below. Reflect on the questions to be able
to prepare yourself in learning safety procedures in machine cleaning.

Mrs. Cruz handled the dressmaking class where the students were expected to
perform an actual task. One time, her student, Sheena, was troubled while doing an
activity. Sheena observed that her sewing machine was wet. If you were Sheena, how
are you going to handle the situation? Based on your learning, what safety procedures
will you apply in cleaning the machine?

What is It

Care of Sewing Machine

How to Clean and Oil Your Sewing Machine

Cleaning and oiling your sewing machine is basic maintenance because bits
of lint, thread, dust, and even fabric can get stuck in your machine. These make work
harder and it makes cause your sewing machine to jump. You should clean and oil
the machine after finishing any project, as well as any time you suspect it is having a
problem.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare the needed tools and supplies in cleaning the sewing machine.
2. Remove the needle if there is any. This will prevent the cleaner from pricking
fingers during the cleaning process.

Face Plate (presser bar, needle bar, thread take-up lever, lifter).
• Unscrew the faceplate and keep it in the drawer while cleaning.
• Brush dust away then put a little amount of oil while rotating the balance wheel
to inner parts can be accessed.
• Put back the Face Plate in place.

UPPER TENSION (DISC SPRING AND DIAL)

• Remove the outer bolt, tension dial, discs, and disc spring.
• Lay each part in your front table following its disassembling for easier
assembling.
• Brush, dust, and wipe with an absorbent cloth with oil.
• Assemble by following the laid parts in your table.

LOWER MECHANISM (ROTARY OSCILLATING HOOK)

• Remove the bobbin case.
• Fasten sides of the oscillating hook.
• Remove dust with a lint brush.
• Put a little amount of machine oil on moving parts.
• Return spare parts in place.

OTHER MINOR PARTS

• Remove entangled threads between the head and balance wheel.
• Brush accumulated dust in the treadle joints connecting the band wheel.
• Clean gummy dust on the band wheel.
• After all, parts were dusted, lubricate all joints, and oil slots with good quality oil.
• Wipe off all surplus oil then put a piece of absorbent cloth under the presser
foot for dripping oil.

Note: When the machine has been thoroughly cleaned and oiled, run it slowly for
several minutes to allow the oil to work on its moving parts. Place a scrap of fabric
under the presser foot and lower the needle to absorb excess oil.

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 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURE
IN SEWING MACHINE MAINTENANCE

Cleaning and lubricating a sewing machine is quite a messy task. Personal care
should be observed during this activity. The following health and safety precautions
should be practiced at the shop or home.

1. Wear personal protective equipment. This prevents your clothing from being
tarnished by oil and dirt. Be sure to wear gloves to avoid the accumulation of oil
and dirt in your nails and palms. (Wearing of protective eyeglasses is optional).
2. Remove the upper belt or turn the power off before oiling the sewing machine.
3. When chemical or small spare parts get into your eyes, call the attention of your
facilitator at once.
4. Do not remove any safety device from any machine.
5. Be sure that all screws are well-tightened before starting the machine.
6. Make sure that no screws or tools are left on the floor to avoid slipping.
7. Wipe dry spilled oils on the floor to avoid accidents.
8. Assign colored tags for a newly maintained sewing machine
9. Provide a small bin for your garbage when performing this job.
10. Have a separate cabinet or storage for tools and supplies for sewing machine
maintenance.
11. Always refer to the sewing machine service manual for accurate application of the
procedure.

What’s More

Activity 6.3: Let’s Do It!

Directions: Perform the maintenance in Lower Mechanism (Rotary Oscillating Hook)

and Upper Tension (Disc Spring and Dial) following the safety procedures
in cleaning the machine. Ask your teacher/facilitator at the scheduled time
for this activity. Refer to the rubrics as the basis of your rating.
LOWER MECHANISM (Rotary Oscillating Hook) Cleaning Procedure:
1. Remove the bobbin case. Put a little amount of machine oil on moving parts
2. Fasten sides of the oscillating hook.
3. Remove dust with a lint brush.
4. Put a little amount of machine oil on moving parts.
5. Return spare parts in place.

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UPPER TENSION (DISC SPRING AND DIAL) Cleaning Procedure:
1. Remove the outer bolt, tension dial, discs, and disc spring.
2. Lay each part in your front table following its disassembling for easier assembling.
3. Brush dust and wipe with an absorbent cloth with oil.
4. Assemble by following the laid parts in your table.

Scoring Rubrics on How to Clean and Oil Your Sewing Machine

Category 5 3 1 Score
Some Procedures
All procedures
Application of procedures were not
were correctly
Procedure were correctly followed
followed.
followed. correctly.
Highly self- Self-motivated Self-motivated
motivated and and observed and observed
Safety Work
observed safety safety safety
Habits
precautions all precautions precautions
the time most of the time sometimes
Work finished
Work within the Work finished Work finished
beyond the
time target ahead of time. on time.
given time.

Score Equivalent
10 – 15 = Very Good
6–9 = Good
1–5 = Fair

What I Have Learned

Activity 6.4: Think and Be Enlightened!

Directions: Read and analyze the following questions. Write your answers in your
notebook.

1. What parts of the machine are to be cleaned and lubricated?

2. What kind of oil will you use in lubricating the sewing machine?
3. What materials are needed in cleaning the machine properly?
4. What is the importance of removing the needle before attempting to clean the
machine?
5. Why is it necessary to keep the machine clean and lubricated?

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 What I Can Do

Activity 6.5: Do It Now!

Directions: Get a partner and prepare the needed tools and supplies in cleaning the
machine. Follow the procedures in cleaning faceplate, upper tension,
lower mechanism, and other minor parts. You have 2 hours to do the task.
See your facilitator at the scheduled time for this activity. Refer to the
rubrics as the basis of your rating. Good luck!

How to Clean and Oil Your Sewing Machine

Materials: Quality oil, lint brush, dry paintbrush, screwdrivers, pen and record
notebook, and cotton buds.

Procedures:

1. Remove the needle if there is any.

2. Unscrew the faceplate and keep it in the drawer while cleaning.
3. Brush dust away and put a little amount of oil on the faceplate.
4. Put back the faceplate in place.
5. Remove the outer bolt, tension dial, and disc spring of the upper tension.
6. Brush dust and wipe with an absorbent cloth with oil the upper tension.
7. Assemble the upper tension by following the laid parts in your table.
8. Remove the bobbin case.
9. Fasten sides of the oscillating hook.
10. Remove dust with a lint brush.
11. Put a little amount of machine oil on moving parts.
12. Return spare parts in place.
13. Remove entangled threads between the head and balance wheel.
14. Brush accumulated dust in the treadle joints connecting the band wheel.
15. Clean gummy dust on the band wheel.
16. Lubricate all joints and oil slots with good quality oil.
17. Put a piece of absorbent cloth under the presser foot for dripping oil.

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 Scoring Rubrics on How to Clean and Oil Your Sewing Machine
Category 5 3 1 Score
Some Procedures
All procedures
Application of procedures were not
were correctly
Procedure were correctly followed
followed.
followed. correctly.
Highly self- Self-motivated Self-motivated
motivated and and observed and observed
Safety Work
observed safety safety safety
Habits
precautions all precautions precautions
the time most of the time sometimes
Work finished
Work within the Work finished Work finished
beyond the
time target ahead of time. on time.
given time.

Score Equivalent
10 – 15 = Very Good
6–9 = Good
1–5 = Fair

Assessment

Directions: Read and analyze each question carefully. Choose the letter of the
correct answer and write it in your notebook.

1. What is the best cloth needed in wiping dripping oil under the presser foot?
A. Absorbent cloth C. Dry cloth
B. Damp cloth D. Oiled cloth
2. When is the right time to remove the upper belt or turning the power off before
oiling the sewing machine?
A. After oiling the sewing machine
B. Before oiling the sewing machine
C. A day after oiling the sewing machine
D. A day before oiling the sewing machine
3. What will you wear to prevent your cloth from being stained by oil and dirt?
A. Apron C. Jacket
B. Helmet D. Raincoat

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4. What cleaning material is used to maintain moving parts of the sewing machine in
smooth operation?
A. Grease C. Oil
B. Liquid Detergent D. Water
5. What will you use in removing the dust in cleaning the rotary oscillating hook?
A. Hairbrush C. Paintbrush
B. Lint brush D. Toothbrush

Additional Activities

Activity 6.6: Think well!

Personal care should be observed while cleaning and lubricating the sewing
machine. Following the proper procedure to take care of yourself is much important.
In a short paragraph, write an essay telling why occupational and safety procedure in
sewing machine maintenance is necessary? Refer to your rating on the rubrics below.
Write your answer in your notebook.

Scoring Rubrics
Category 5 3 1 Score
All procedures were Some procedures Procedures were
Correct
stated correctly. were stated not stated
procedure
correctly. correctly.
Ideas were Some ideas were Ideas were not well
Ideas
explained clearly. not well explained. explained.
Paragraphs are Paragraphs are Paragraphs are not
Organization mostly organized. somehow organized.
organized.
Content were Content were The content was
connected and somehow not connected and
Content
relevant to the topic. connected and relevant to the
relevant to the topic. topic.

Score Equivalent
16 – 20 = Very Good
11 – 15 = Good
6 – 10 = Fair
1–5 = Poor

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 Answer Key

What’s In

1. Machine fail to run- possible causes

are switch off the machine not to turn
on, and balance wheel belt is loose.
The remedies are: check the switch
and power supply and tighten the belt
and stop motion screw. The safety
procedures are: Make sure that the
power is off before tightening the belt
and stop motion screw.

2. Machine moves heavily- possible

causes are: threads are accumukated
and machine is not oiled. The
remedies are: cleaning and removing
of dirt and oiling the machine. The
What I Know safety procedures are: wear personal Assessment
protective equipment, be sure to wear
A. Face Plate gloves to avoid accumulation of oil and
1. A
1. C dirt.
2. B
2. A 3. A
3. B 3. Machine is noisy- possible causes
4. C
B. Upper Tension are: machine is dirty and screws are
5. B
1. C loose. Remedies are: clean and oil the
2. A machine, and tighten the screws. The
3. D safety procedures are: wear personal
4. B protective equipment and make sure
that all screws are well tightened
before starting the machine.

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References

Website Content

Department of Education. “K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and

Livelihood Education Dressmaking and Tailoring Learning Module” Accessed May 23,
2020. http://www.depedbataan.com/resources/9/k_to_12_dressmaking_and_tailoring
learn ing_modules.pdf.

Department of Education. “K to 12 Basic Education Curriculum Technology and

Livelihood Education Dressmaking/Tailoring Learning Module” Accessed May 23,
2020. https://www.coursehero.com/file/40779863/DLP-TLE-GRADE-7- DRESSMAKING-
WEEK-6docx/.
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