Bernina 1008 Manual page 6

Raise the needle (1) by turning the balance wheel on the side
1.
of the machine. Raise the presser foot (2), by lifting the
2.
presser foot lever which is located on the back of the
machine.
Open the hinged front cover on the free arm.
Hold the bobbin case by the latch with the index finger and
thumb of the left hand.
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