Sewing machine - JSS3 Home economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1

The sewing machine is a major sewing equipment. It is very important in successful sewing. It is also an expensive and complicated piece of equipment and therefore very important that one chooses it carefully and wisely. 

1. Hand sewing machine: This is a simple machine and it is operated just with the hand. It requires to be placed on the table.

2. Treadle sewing machine: This is operated with the feet. The worker has both hands free for guiding the work been done. It normally has a special stand.

3. Electric sewing machine: This is operated with the aid of an electric motor.

1. Balance wheel
2. Foot presser
3. Presser foot lifter
4. Feed-dog
5. Throat plate.
6. Spool pin
7. Thread guide
8. Needle clamp

1. Compare similar types of sewing machines by different manufacturers.

2. Compare their servicing arrangements, parts, prices and any other necessary information.

3. Consider the weight of the machine is very heavy, maybe too different to carry about.

4. Consider the money available. Buy the best your money can afford.

5. Before paying for the machine, check to ensure that you have the instruction manual or handbook all the accessories and spare parts that accompany the in chive.

1. Study the machine handbook (manual) carefully.

2. Clean the machine often by dusting to remove dirt and dust.

3. Oil the necessary point according to the hand book.

4. Cover the machine when not in use.

5. Do not scratch the plain work of machine by using sharp object like scissors on it.