The document provides instructions for maintaining a sewing machine by cleaning different parts like the needle, bobbin case, and race area. It also gives tips for taking care of the sewing machine like covering it when not in use and placing a scrap of cloth under the presser foot. Finally, it lists health practices like proper lighting, posture, and organizing materials when sewing by hand or machine.
The document provides instructions for maintaining a sewing machine by cleaning different parts like the needle, bobbin case, and race area. It also gives tips for taking care of the sewing machine like covering it when not in use and placing a scrap of cloth under the presser foot. Finally, it lists health practices like proper lighting, posture, and organizing materials when sewing by hand or machine.
The document provides instructions for maintaining a sewing machine by cleaning different parts like the needle, bobbin case, and race area. It also gives tips for taking care of the sewing machine like covering it when not in use and placing a scrap of cloth under the presser foot. Finally, it lists health practices like proper lighting, posture, and organizing materials when sewing by hand or machine.
The document provides instructions for maintaining a sewing machine by cleaning different parts like the needle, bobbin case, and race area. It also gives tips for taking care of the sewing machine like covering it when not in use and placing a scrap of cloth under the presser foot. Finally, it lists health practices like proper lighting, posture, and organizing materials when sewing by hand or machine.
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Week 18
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Prayer Review Week 18 2 Day nd
Prayer Taking Care of the Sewing Machine Taking Care of the Sewing Machine
1. The sewing machine should always be cleaned and oiled for
it to run smoothly and quietly. 2. Always close and cover the machine to protect it from dirt and dust if not in use. 3. Place a folded scrap of cloth between the presser foot and the feed dog. 4. Place the machine beside the window, move it but never drag. Sewing Machine Maintenance Sewing Machine Maintenance 1. Unplug your machine. 2. Remove and discard the needle noting the direction of flat side of the needle. Usually the flat side faces the back of the machine; however, the flat side is likely to face right on machines with side-loading bobbins. 3. Remove the presser foot, needle plate, bobbin, and bobbin case. Use your lint brush, canned air, or vacuum to remove lint and gunk from each of those pieces. 4. Remove the race area (where the bobbin case sits). Look carefully at it so you know how to put it back together. Sewing Machine Maintenance 5. Brush, vacuum, or use your canned air to blow the lint collected in the race area and under the feed dogs. 6. Reassemble the race. 7. Clean the exterior of the machine with cloth. 8. Plug in your machine and turn it on. Try running it without the needle, needle plate, presser foot, bobbin, or bobbin case to be sure it is working smoothly. 9. Now, turn off the machine once again. 10 Replace the bobbin case, bobbin, needle plate, and presser foot. 11. Insert a new needle. Be sure the flat side is facing correctly. Health Practices When Sewing Health Practices When Sewing 1. Light should come from the left side. 2. Sit erect on the chair. Eyes should be in line with the presser foot. 3. The left foot must be placed higher than the right foot. 4. Use thimble when sewing by hand. 5. Use the pin cushion for pins and needles. 6. Keep your head and shoulders erect while sewing. 7. Arrange the units or parts of the garments beside you so as not to be disturbed while sewing. Week 2 (bond paper)
1. What is the possible cause and solution when your machine has unusual cluck noise? 2. What is the possible cause of needle break and how are you going to solve it? 3. If the needle is bent what will happen to your stitches and how are you going to solve it? 4. You are using your machine and suddenly you have notice that it is to heavy for you to operate your machine. What do you think it the possible causes and how are you going to solve it? 5. What are the possible causes of puckered stitches and what are the alternative solution for you to solve it?
