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Question posted by fka4102 on January 26th, 2023

How Do I Lower The Feed Dog?

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Answer #1: Posted by MercedesAMG on January 26th, 2023 4:48 AM

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The feed dog on a sewing machine is the part that moves the fabric through the machine while you're sewing. On a Singer 90S I Special Edition machine, you can lower the feed dog in order to do free-motion quilting, embroidery, or other types of sewing that require the fabric to be moved manually.

Here are the general steps to lower the feed dog on a Singer 90S I Special Edition machine:

Make sure the machine is unplugged and the presser foot is in the raised position.
Locate the feed dog lever or switch, which is usually on the front or back of the machine near the needle.
Move the lever or switch to the "down" or "off" position. This will lower the feed dog so that it is not in contact with the fabric.
If you have a lever, slide it down to lower the feed dog.
If you have a switch, turn it off to lower the feed dog.
You can now move the fabric manually to do free-motion quilting or other types of sewing that require the feed dog to be lowered.

It's important to note that not all sewing machines have the feed dog lever or switch, or the location of the lever or switch might be different, please consult the manual provided with your machine or contact the manufacturer's customer service for help.

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Answer #2: Posted by EveryComeBack on January 26th, 2023 5:57 AM

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The feed dog is the mechanism in a sewing machine that moves the fabric through the machine while you are sewing. To lower the feed dog, the process may vary depending on the specific model of your sewing machine. Here are some general steps that may apply to your machine:

Locate the feed dog lever or knob on your machine. This is usually located near the needle and the presser foot.
Position your machine for darning or free-motion sewing by removing the presser foot and lowering the feed dogs.
Move the feed dog lever or knob to the down or "lowered" position.
Sew your fabric using your darning foot or free-motion quilting foot.
When you are finished, be sure to raise the feed dogs again by moving the lever or knob back to its original position.

Note: Some machines have a button or switch to lower the feed dog others may have a lever or knob. It's always recommended to check the user manual of your machine or contact the manufacturer's customer service for specific instructions.

Answer #3: Posted by ishara12 on January 26th, 2023 4:45 AM

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Lowering the feed dogs on a sewing machine allows the fabric to be moved freely under the presser foot without being gripped and moved forward by the feed dogs. This is useful for certain types of sewing, such as free-motion quilting or darning.

The method for lowering the feed dogs varies depending on the make and model of the sewing machine. Here are a few general steps that may apply to your machine:

Consult the sewing machine manual for specific instructions for your machine.
Remove the presser foot and the throat plate (the plate that covers the feed dogs) from the machine.
Locate the lever or switch that controls the feed dogs. This may be located on the front or back of the machine, or inside the bobbin case area.
Move the lever or switch to the "down" or "off" position to lower the feed dogs.
Replace the throat plate and presser foot, making sure they are securely in place.
Test the machine by sewing a few stitches to ensure the feed dogs are indeed lowered and the fabric moves freely under the presser foot.

It is important to note that lowering the feed dogs on your machine will not affect the stitching process, but it will affect the movement of the fabric and how it is being fed into the machine. If you are not sure about the process, it is always recommended to consult the manual or contact the manufacturer for assistance.

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