Joe, thanks for explaining. I have a White that "goes the other way" and I always have to stop and think before treadling because I am so use to going towards myself, actually it is a bit awkward going away from myself. So, I am wondering...do you spin the hand wheel to get started or just push the treadle peddle? Some people are able to do it that way, but I rarely get going right if I try.
Sounds like an interesting machine you have.
Jp