If you see that round button (or knob) on the front of your machine by the pillar - look underneath that that should be the latching/attaching point to secure the front end. Some have hooks with springs to hold them closed (so make sure the spring is strong) and some have a knob that screws into a bolt, so just a larger wood screw that goes into the wood of the cabinet . . .
And check your cabinet to make sure what ever type of catch you have - the cabinet isn't broken at that point either.