Singer 201P - Starting to Sew; Initial Sewing Steps

TO START SEWING
1. Bring take-up lever 5 to its highest position.
2. Place material under presser foot F.
3. Position needle in material.
4. Lower presser foot and start to sew.
NOTE:
Most materials require only guiding for best sewing
results. However, the miracle fabrics such as nylons,
synthetic fabrics, blends with various rayons, puffed
weaves, sheers, jerseys and tricots, which, by their
nature, require light pressure, also require support in
the form of holding the material taut at the back and
front of the needle as the needle enters the fabric. This
support assures a smooth, even seam. Never pull the
material along when stitching.
Never operate the machine without cloth under pres-
ser foot.
The slide over the bobbin case should be kept closed
when the machine is in operation.
The hand wheel must always turn over toward the
operator.
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