While Singer has produced thousands of machine models over 170 years, most fall into two main categories: and rotary hook systems . This article focuses on the most common diagram found in top-loading and front-loading Singer machines.

A protrusion at the top of the case that fits into a notch in the machine’s race, ensuring the case stays stationary while the hook rotates around it.

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