Do you have to use the foot pedal or can you scratch start it ?
1827845
You don't need to scratch start, it has built-in HF and also lift-arc. You CAN get a foot pedal from Everlast but it's not included if you buy it from Amazon.
1827846
You don't need the foot pedal, it is a high frequency machine, you just get the tungsten close and push the supplied finger trigger and she starts, or you can also scratch start, the foot pedal is just an upgrade
1827847
It doesn't come with a foot-pedal included, that's extra. So you can either use lift arc or the high-frequency start by pressing(and holding) the trigger switch. Other models have 2t and 4t operation so you can just flick the switch and the arc will remain lit, but not with the 160sth. I love mine but I have a footpedal and pump on it like John Bonham at a Led Zeppelin concert
1827848
You can scratch start or click rocker button and use the switch on handle to start with high fre. I do nothave a foot peddle But I think it is used to adjust the amps .
1827849
The foot pedal did not come with the welder when I purchased mine; it's a separate accessory. The unit has high frequency start, so no scratch start required. You can turn off the high frequency and use scratch start if desired.
1079995
Yes Sean. It comes with instructions on how to set up each foot pedal. It's pretty easy. If I could set it up I'm sure anyone can.
1803377
Yes. You just have to get used to flipping the pedal into position with your toe.
548206
Yes you can. We had a big two year old and smart 3 year old so we could not use foot pedal. Hand control worked perfectly for us.
1343846
No, not during normal use. The only danger of scratching would be if something like a pebble got stuck under a wheel and dragged across the floor.
472900
It is on side panel, I believe the right side panel where foot pedal is. Also make sure power button is off. FYI: I hope you have better luck with yours than I did with mine. I wrote a not so nice review. Mine lasted barely 3 months.
137911
It comes with a foot pedal, but does have the option to run from a button as well. The feet are snap on style and the machine comes with 4 feet: ziz zag foot, satin stitch foot, zipper foot, and an automatic buttonhole foot. This is a great little machine. The one thing that I didn't like is the plastic presser foot holder (the part that the feet snap onto). I bought a metal one to replace it. You can find that here: http://www.kenssewingcenter.com/janome-low-shank-snap-on-presser-foot-adaptor-p-30964.html?utm_campaign=googleshopping&utm_medium=product_search&utm_source=googleshopping Definitely worth the $13!! Hope this helps!
1138181
Almost any reastat foot pedal should work. Just check the connections when purchasing--- hp correct for usage etc....
1299523
No. You have lift it up and just let bottom touch then you put your feet on the peddle and spinm.
310148
I agree with SRR - you just have to be sure to get it inserted all the way to the rubber boot, and remove it carefully as well. (I have scratch marks too, because I was hasty and didn't listen to my own advice - go figure)
1587791
I have not really tried it, but I think it dose move your legs without the need to push the pedals
2061106
You can just use the switch. I never use the foot petal... I think the switch is easier.
453193
It can rub your foot if foot's size biger then 12(US).But the bike has many others problems
2061108
You can use it manually, i dont use it with the pedal i feel i have more control by hand
423382
Nope you did it correct. Speed is controlled by the main box. The foot pedal is for the convenience of not having to turn the drill on and off.
1904392
Tape the aluminum pedals and then drill the wholes. Just make sure is nice and steady. You may want to replace the screws that come with the pedals is at lot easier if You use different ones
920773
I ride with regular sneakers. It comes with foot straps connected to the pedals that you can place your shoe into, it's nothing fancy. Also if you dont want to use them, it is easy to take them off or just do what I do when I don't want to use them, turn the pedal over and use the other side. Personally I sometimes prefer to not use the straps. The reason being is that this particular model does not have a breaking system on the fly wheel, so if you are pedaling fast and attempt to do get out of the saddle or make some adjustment it will try to throw you off the bike. That is not really an issue though as its intuitive by nature and that has happened only because i'm new to it. I ride with regular sneakers. It comes with foot straps connected to the pedals that you can place your shoe into, it's nothing fancy. Also if you dont want to use them, it is easy to take them off or just do what I do when I don't want to use them, turn the pedal over and use the other side. Personally I sometimes prefer to not use the straps. The reason being is that this particular model does not have a breaking system on the fly wheel, so if you are pedaling fast and attempt to do get out of the saddle or make some adjustment it will try to throw you off the bike. That is not... » Read More I ride with regular sneakers. It comes with foot straps connected to the pedals that you can place your shoe into, it's nothing fancy. Also if you dont want to use them, it is easy to take them off or just do what I do when I don't want to use them, turn the pedal over and use the other side. Personally I sometimes prefer to not use the straps. The reason being is that this particular model does not have a breaking system on the fly wheel, so if you are pedaling fast and attempt to do get out of the saddle or make some adjustment it will try to throw you off the bike. That is not really an issue though as its intuitive by nature and that has happened only because i'm new to it. « Show Less