Things You'll Need:
- Sewing machine model manual or parts manual
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Step 1
Sewing machineSet up the sewing machine on a worktable in a well-lit area. Take out the instruction or parts manual to have for reference.
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Step 2
Open your manual to the illustration that lists and labels the parts of your particular make and model of sewing machine. Look at the front of your sewing machine and use the diagram as your guide to locate the stitch width and length regulators. You turn the dials or select buttons for computer programming to choose stitches for your projects
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Step 3
Storage compartmentLocate the built-in storage area on your sewing machine. Notice that it contains extra attachments for your sewing needs. The compartment will also hold needles, empty bobbins, supplies and oil to maintain your machine.
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Step 4
Right side of machineLook to the right side of your sewing machine to locate your electrical connection, power switch and cord hook-up that supports the foot control. Note the balance wheel that manually moves the needle up and down.
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Step 5
Throat plate, feed dogs, needleView the area where the needle is located. Refer to your manual illustration to help you locate the presser foot lifter, feed dogs, presser foot, needle, and throat plate. Check for the thread guide, spool holder, upper tension regulator, spool pin and bobbin winder. Locate the bobbin case, which is located at the side or under the feed dog area. An interior machine diagram will show the internal parts of the sewing machine, including shafts, belts and motor components.
