Well we plugged it in and low and behold he runs. BUT he is dusty and dry so a friend took him to her house to clean, grease, oil etc to see if we can get the ole boy to work! But it doesn't have a pedal it is like a knee lift but it can be done from below the machine or from the front. So if anyone has a manual they would like to share for this machine, I would so be greatful.