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| {{#evu:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lavkvsU5ltk&ab_channel=AlexanderDyer}} | | {{#evu:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lavkvsU5ltk&ab_channel=AlexanderDyer}} |
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− | Please refer to the manual to learn the anatomy of the machine. You will need to know how to replace a broken or damaged needle. The needle must be seated with the scarf to the right. You can be certain the needle is fully seated when you cannot push it up any further in the needle bar. See this article regarding a needle's structure: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sewing_machine_needle | |
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− | [[File:S-and-z-twist-figure.png|250px|thumb|right|The difference between S-twist and Z-twist thread.]]
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− | On the Consew you must use z- or left twist thread for upper/needle thread, but you can use either s-/right or z-/left twisted thread for lower/bobbin thread. If you use the wrong thread in the needle it will unravel, and the machine will jam. To learn more about this, see [https://www.servicethread.com/blog/left-twist-vs.-right-twist-industrial-sewing-thread-differences-and-applications this explanation].
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| · Question regarding the thread controller spring, because they’ll need to make that adjustment themselves and should know what it is, where it is, and how to do that. | | · Question regarding the thread controller spring, because they’ll need to make that adjustment themselves and should know what it is, where it is, and how to do that. |
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| · Make sure the bobbin case is empty before trying to fill another bobbin. If there is a bobbin left in the bobbin case when winding a new bobbin a thread jam will occur in the bobbin case. Congratulations! You just broke it! | | · Make sure the bobbin case is empty before trying to fill another bobbin. If there is a bobbin left in the bobbin case when winding a new bobbin a thread jam will occur in the bobbin case. Congratulations! You just broke it! |
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| Make sure the dots on the handwheel and frame are aligned before removing or inserting a bobbin. | | Make sure the dots on the handwheel and frame are aligned before removing or inserting a bobbin. |
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| You will need to know how to replace a broken or damaged needle. The needle must be seated with the scarf to the right. You can be certain the needle is fully seated when you cannot push it up any further in the needle bar. See this article regarding a needle's structure: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sewing_machine_needle | | You will need to know how to replace a broken or damaged needle. The needle must be seated with the scarf to the right. You can be certain the needle is fully seated when you cannot push it up any further in the needle bar. See this article regarding a needle's structure: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sewing_machine_needle |
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| ====Demonstration==== | | ====Demonstration==== |
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| ==Certification== | | ==Certification== |
| Complete <strong>The Hub - {{PAGENAME}} Module</strong> at the link below to gain access to the {{PAGENAME}}. The Maker Hub Canvas course pertains to all facilities and equipment contained in the Maker Hub; simply complete the quizzes for the facilities/equipment you wish to use in the Maker Hub. Please email <span style="color:blue">makerhub@georgefox.edu</span> if you have any questions. | | Complete <strong>The Hub - {{PAGENAME}} Module</strong> at the link below to gain access to the {{PAGENAME}}. The Maker Hub Canvas course pertains to all facilities and equipment contained in the Maker Hub; simply complete the quizzes for the facilities/equipment you wish to use in the Maker Hub. Please email <span style="color:blue">makerhub@georgefox.edu</span> if you have any questions. |
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− | [https://georgefox.instructure.com/enroll/G7CTPX Maker Hub Canvas Course] | + | [https://georgefox.instructure.com/enroll/GH36RT Maker Hub Canvas Course] |
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| ==Troubleshooting== | | ==Troubleshooting== |