Nice looking treadle you have there. How nice of hubby to get it for you! I suggest heading over to the VSMS area of our Quilting Board and post your query and pics in that thread. There are so many knowledgeable and friendly folks over there just ready to lend a hand. Just reply to the first post in this 1000 + page thread and I'm sure you'll soon learn some things about your new sewing machine.
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-43881-1023.htm
Best of luck to you,