Job Description:

• 1) Sets up and operates machine to draw warp threads automatically from warp beam through harness assembly to prepare warp for weaving: Bolts setup stand containing beam and harness assembly to frame of drawing-in machine.

• 2) Attaches pattern strip to keps that are threaded through heddles to set up machine to draw-in specified pattern.

• 3) Starts machine and observes operation of automatic threading device to ensure drawing-in according to pattern.

• 4) Examines drawn warp for mistakes.

• 5) Corrects misdraws and draws-in selvages, using reed hook.

• 6) Loops warp ends together to prevent ends slipping from harness assembly.

• 7) Unbolts setup stand and pushes stand from frame of machine.

• 8) Feeds metal strips into pattern cutting machine, and depresses button to cut holes at designated places.

• 9) May prepare setup stand for use on machine.