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sewing Machine Parts and Functions

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Reverse Lever, allows you to stitch in reverse
Pattern Selector, lets you determine what kind of stitch you will be making
Stitch Length, determines the length of the stitch
Bobbin Winder, winds the thread from the spool to the bobbin
Bobbin Winder Stopper, bobbin must be pushed toward this during the bobbin winding process
Spool Pin, holds the spool of thread
Thread Tension Dial, determines the tightness or looseness of the stitch
Pressure Dial, determines how much pressure the presser foot will have on the fabric
Face Plate, covers all the inner working parts of the sewing machine
Check Spring Holder, works with the thread tension to slow down the amount of thread going to the needle
Sewing Light, helps you to thread the needle and to see your stitching both day and night
Feed Dogs, "teeth-like" parts that work with the presser foot to pull your fabric through the machine
Throat Plate, has stitching guidelines and a hole for the needle to pass through to the bobbin casing
Slide Plate, covers the bobbin case to keep dust and dirt out
Presser Foot, holds the fabric against the feed dogs
Needle Clamp, tightens to hold the needle in place
Presser Foot Lifter, gently lifts the presser foot up and lowers it against the feed dogs
Take-Up-Lever, pulls thread back after each stitch so that stitches will lay evenly in fabric
Handwheel, raises and lowers the needle
Clutch Knob, safety feature of the sewing machine when pulled out
Power Switch, turns the sewing machine power on and off
Power Socket, connects power source to sewing machine
Foot Pedal, operates the speed of the sewing machine
Thread Cutters, cut threads at the end of a row of stitching
Accessory Storage Box, conveniently stores your screwdriver and seam ripper


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