Brother International PQ1600S Operation Manual - Page 11

Presser Foot Lever ● Lowering the presser foot lever lowers the sewing foot down onto the fabric and engages the thread tension function. ✽ When working with heavy fabrics or other fabrics that don't slide easily under the foot, raise the presser foot lever to position the fabric. Knee Lifter ● Using the convenient knee lifter to lift and lower the presser foot easily, leaving both of your hands free. Setting up the knee lifter. Presser Foot Lever Knee Lifter ✽ Push the knee lifter bar all the way into the socket. ✽ When knee lifter is not in use, it can be stored beneath the fabric extension table. Fabric Extension Table Knee Lifter Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Dial ● Turning the pressure adjustment dial raises and lowers the pressure indicator needle as the amount of pressure on the presser foot changes. See also: "Feed Dog Adjustment Knob" on page 10. ✽ See "Thread Tension" on page 18. ✽ Coordinate the color coding for proper foot pressure and feed dog settings. Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Dial Pressure Indicator Needle Fabric Extension Table ● Lower the adjustable table feet and slide the fabric extension table on to the machine. 2 Hole Guide pin 2 1 Table feet 3 3 Stopper Hook 9