Sewing Machine Use and Repair 2

You should use the pivoting method when:

• sewing seams.

• sewing hems.

• sewing corners.

Lint in the machine should be:

• ignored -- "it does no harm or good".

• left to collect oil and help the machine to run smoothly.

• removed regularly to prevent build-up.

Your machine is making an unusual noise when you are stitching. You should:

• check to see that the bobbin is in correctly.

• check to see that the needle is all the way in and straight.

• check the threading.

• all of these answers are correct.

To avoid mineral build-up, steam irons should be filled with:

• hot water.

• tap water.

• distilled water.

Which of the following problems could be fixed by the student?

• Improper threading.

• Blunt needle.

• Needle in backwards.

• All of these.

Which of these practices might damage or reduce the efficiency of a sewing machine?

• Applying a drop of oil at each oiling point.

• Leaving thread ends in the machine.

• Removing the stitch to clean the underside of the machine.

When adjusting the upper tension, the presser foot:

• should be in the down position.

• should be in the up position.

• can be either up or down--it doesn't matter.

"Scissors" are better for cutting fabric than "shears".

• True

• False

Rotary cutters may be used on any table or counter top.

• True

• False

Shears have long blades and bent handles so the blade will be flat on the table when cutting fabric.

• True

• False