This is a fabulous, powerful machine. The walking foot is a dream, beats anything made today I acquired an old 1222E (in mint condition, appears never used, for $10.00!) a few years ago and had to print out the instructions but can't remember where. They are on line somewhere. Make sure the plastic cams on top of the machine that make it possible to do the decorative stitches are not cracked. I own a high end Janome, mid-price Bernina, Singer Featherweight and a Singer 99 and I still think this machine is WONDERFUL. Have fun!