sewing machine troubles,causes & remedies -
The different parts of the sewing machine and its functions are the following:
- Spool pin - holds the spool of thread
- Presser foot - holds fabric in place while sewing
- Thread guide - keeps the thread in the correct position
- Upper tension regulator - regulates the tightness and looseness of the thread
- Stitch regulator -regulates the length of stitches
- Thread take-up lever - moves the thread up and down
- Needle clamp - holds the needle
- Presser bar lifter - lowers and raises the presser foot
- Feed dog - moves the fabric as sewing goes on
- Balance wheel - the wheel on the right side of the head which controls the movement of the needle
- Bobbin winder - used to wind thread on the bobbin
- Belt - connects the balance wheel and the drive wheel
- Drive wheel - the big wheel below the machine that is connected to the treadle
- Treadle - the place for the feet
- Bed - the flat base of the head which rest in the cabinet
- Throat plate - the metal plate that covers the feed dog
- Dress guard - it is located where the drive wheel is, to protect the dress of the sewer when the machine is moving.