Whirring sound in Scoutmaster motor normal?

Hello,

I purchased a used Scoutmaster turntable and am setting it up. Is a whirring sound from the motor normal? I can just barely hear it when I stand with my head about 2 ft. from the motor, but if I put my ear near the motor it is clearly audible. Is this normal? There is also a "tisking" sound that happens at approximately .5 second intervals but varies in loudness. Could that be something on the belt?

Any recommendations for lubricant for platter bearing?

Thanks, Drew Harty