In the middle of the XIX century, she sew a thing to order or repair it was not for everyone for pocket, since the extension services cost expensive. Fortunately, a foot sewing machine appeared, which facilitated the life of many hostesses. Over time, she began to improve, which helped create real masterpieces.
History
A foot sewing machine has not so many features and lines to use it in a special studio. But to work at home, such a machine was the best option. Working with a foot drive, the hands remained free, which allowed to speed up the sewing process and improve the quality of the product.
It is known that The creator of this model became Isaac Singer . It was he who did so that the tailors could move the tissue in different directions and create unusual seams. With the advent of the foot drive, the seams began to get better, which accelerated the work.
And it was also known that There were other creators of sewing machines with a foot acting, but they did not fall into history. The fact is that for the official approval of manufacturing machine, it was necessary to pay a patent that Isaac's predecessors did not and became supporters of creating new models.
The developer of the machine did so that the needle moves vertically, and not horizontally, as it was in previous models. Then he improved the device with a special paw, which kell kelned. Due to these mechanisms, the cloth was recorded and moved freely in the direction in which the tailors will send it.
3 years after the creation of the first model, Zinger founded his company where advanced models have already been created, with the help of which the complex seams could be performed and it is much faster. Over time, the typewriters began to sell in installments, it was done in order for them to afford not only rich, but also ordinary people. That is why the firm has gained enormous popularity, and after a few years after the opening of the first factory, others appeared, and in different countries.
It is worth noting that Isaac tried to fame: after all, the first mechanical sewing machine with a foot drive appeared in the middle of the XIX century, and some models still work.
User manual
Many owners remained foot sewing machines, But not everyone knows its instructions for use.
- To begin with, it is worth getting the machine itself, which is built into the table-cabinet . For this, the front valve rises, the machine head is pulled out, and that it is stable, the valve is lowered.
- There is a rim of a starting wheel, which goes along with a gutter . It is put on it a round belt connecting the pulley of the flywheel with the launcher. Due to this, the rotation occurs.
- In the process of work, it is constantly pressing on foot pedals , at the expense of which the oscillatory movement occurs. This begins to rotate the connecting rod and crank, they, in turn, use the launching wheel.
- To fill the thread, you need to rewind it from the coil on the bobbin . For this, the coil is installed on the top pin of the machine. Next, you should turn the upper thread, fill and pull out the lower thread. At the end of the upper and lower threads you need to start behind the paw.
Working for such a typewriter, it is worth following safety regulations.
- Constantly monitor the movement of hands and legs. If the movements are incomprehensible, then you can spoil the material.
- After completing the belt, it is necessary to shoot with a special chain, and It is possible to wear it only before starting sewing. During the work, it is impossible to hold it in order not to get injured.
- Refueling thread into the needle, follow the legs - They should not be on the pedals.
If you follow all safety rules, then the finished thing can be sewn in a short time.
The newcomer first will be quite difficult to work on a sewing machine with a foot drive. That's why To learn how to control the movement of hands and legs, to begin with it is worth it to learn how to fight, that is, just work out the movements of the pedals.
Repair
The foot sewing machine is quite cumbersome, and in the event of a breakdown, it is inconvenient to drag into the workshop. Therefore, those who still use this model should know how to repair it at home.
- Revealing screws . First of all, you will need to weaken the lock nuts - the horn key is suitable. Next, an ordinary screwdriver can be rejected by unscrewing screws. If the repair has not been produced for a long time, then without a 6-face key, it is not likely to do the screws, most likely, it was good for the bed because of the oil and dust. The next case should be thoroughly clean the cone plane of the screw, lubricate with oil and put in place.
- Adjusting nodes. To get rid of the knock, which comes from the foot drive, you need to tightly clamp a cone. It is impossible to delay much because the problem may appear again. If, after clamping the cone, the knock did not disappear, it may, it comes from another node located in the center of the flywheel where the belt is attached. Take this node should be taken carefully, because this hinge is the bearing. If it is a whole, then you just need to lubricate it with a special lubricant, adjusting the gap. Otherwise, the bearing will have to change the new one.
- Replacing the drive belt. For many years of operation, the belt is wearing, so it is quite common. The real belt is made of raw crops, but it can be replaced with an ordinary linen rope or leather strap. If you do not want to mess around, the belt for the foot drive can always be bought at a special store. If the belt broke, and the thing is not done, it can be copped with a stationery clip.
In fact, everything is very simple, so with any breakdown you can always cope with yourself.
Varieties
There are several well-known sewing machine models with a foot drive.Singer.
These antique models were the first to be applied to a foot drive. It is said that precious metals were used for their manufacture. By the way, if someone has such copies, then you can check whether the metal is real there . To do this, it is necessary to bring a magnet to a metal frame. If the magnet is not adhesive, then there is indeed a precious metal (gold, silver or palladium). The cost of Singer sewing machines is high, but many of them acquire to add retrostil.
Soviet cars with a tab
In the USSR, various options for foot actuators were made. Such a model is convenient because In the room she can be useful as a regular table. And if you need to sew something, then the cabinet is easily folded. And also you can add everything you need for sewing.
By the way, a footing machine with a table copes with various types of fabric (flax, wool, synthetic, silk) and performs 2 types of lines - direct and zigzag.
Sewing machine brand "Seagull". It served only direct and zigzag lines. She did not use very popularity, because there were their drawbacks - the lack of a special reverse lever.
The well-known Soviet model "Podolsk" was a favorite of many Shvent. In addition to the straight and zigzag lines, it was possible to perform decorative lines.
"Orsha"
The feature of the models "Orsha" was Centralized lubricant and semi-automatic winding thread on the bobbin.
Butterfly.
This model is Chinese production, but it could be purchased in any city of the USSR. This Chinese machine looked in the form of a table with two retractable boxes. She was a complete analogue of the first Singer typewriter.
To date, sewing machines with a foot drive can only be purchased in antique stores or someone at home in a used state. But, despite the fact that the sewing machine models are improved every year, complex lines can also be performed on mechanical machines. The main thing is to be able to properly press the pedals and control the movement of hands and legs.
About how to learn how to stitch the typewriter with a foot drive, see the following video.