Lesson 70-The Sewing Machine

Parts Of the Sewing Machine:
1.Head-the complete sewing machine where most of its parts are found.
2.Upper Tension-loosen & tightens the stitches
3.Presser Foot -holds the materials in place while sewing
4.Presser Bar Lifter-raises or lower the presser foot
5.Needle-made up of metal shaft & it's eye & pointed end attached to the needle bar.It's head with a clamp.
6.Throat-hole which the needle passes while sewing
7.Throat Plate-a metal plate that cover the throat & the feed dog
8.Bobbin-round metal disc where the thread is wound
9.Slide Plate-metal plate that covers the bobbin case
10.Bobbin Case-container of the bobbin
11.Bobbin winder-is near the balance wheel & used for winding the thread
12.Bed-flat metal cover placed on the cabinet & where the machine head is connected
13.Stitch Regulator-regulates the length of the stitches
14.Spool Pin-holds the thread
15.Belt-a leather band that connects the balance wheel to the drive wheel
16.Thread Guide-used in threading the machine
17.Drive Wheel-large wheel under the machine.It turns when the balance wheel also turns
18.Dress Guard-protects the dress from being entangled by the drive wheel
19.Treadle-foot rest at the bottom of the machine
20.Pitman Rod-connects the treadle to the drive wheel
Care of the Sewing Machine:
1.Always keep the sewing machine closed when not in use.
2.Avoid moving the sewing machine frequently because it may loosen the parts
3.Use both hands in lowering or raising the machine head
4.Clean the sewing machine before using it
5.Always clean & oil it frequently