Treadle

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A treadle is a part of a machine which, when operated by the foot, gives the power to turn a wheel in the machine.

Treadles can be used to power water pumps. (See Treadle pump)

[edit] Railways

On a railway, a treadle is a device that detects the passing of a train, a bit like a track circuit and might be used to put a railway signal to stop.

[edit] Sewing Machines

Many of the early sewing machines were operated by a treadle mechanism linked to the machine by a leather belt.

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