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{{Rubric|Sewing Machines}}
====Point out the following tool features====
{{Cb}} Pressure Foot
{{Cb}} Bobbin
{{Cb}} Needle
{{Cb}} Bobbin Winder
{{Cb}} Speed Control
{{Cb}} Stitch Selection

====Describe and discuss these operations====
{{Cb}} Basic cleaning
{{Cb}} Diagnosing basic problems
{{Cb}} Storing machine so it is ready for the next user (straight stitch, appropriate foot)

====Demonstrate basic skills====
{{Cb}} Wind Bobbin
{{Cb}} Correctly insert bobbin in machine
{{Cb}} Install needle
{{Cb}} Thread machine (including getting bobbin thread to top)
{{Cb}} Straight stitch (guiding but not pulling)
{{Cb}} Adjusting tension
{{Cb}} Turning square corner
{{Cb}} Hold threads or use a leader fabric when beginning to sew
{{Cb}} Reverse

====Safe Operation====
{{Cb}} Power off before needle change or threading
{{Cb}} Tie back hair and do not wear flowing sleeves
{{Cb}} While sewing, avoid placing your fingers in front of the needle
{{Cb}} Selecting and installing appropriate accessories for current operation (straight stitch, zig-zag, buttonhole)