should be lever that makes it flip down. it shouldn't be in contact all the time. only when winding a bobbin.
can you post a close up of that area from a couple of different angles. You are not monopolizing the posts --this is how you get help if you need it. from others looking and ooohhing and ahh over the machines. I really wish I could find 1 like this one. she/he is a beaut not a beast. Amy
Last edited by amyjo; 05-29-2013 at 10:38 AM.