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Most machines require some sort of foot or knee pedal. There are, of course, treadle machines that you actually "pump" with your feet. There are also hand-crank machines available. Some of the newer machines that have a free motion capability can be set to stitch only when the fabric is moved under the lens, however, that is probably best only for free motion quilting and not for actually stitching seams, etc.
If your machine is lacking the foot pedal, check to see if a replacement can be found. Frequently, a sewing repair shop can either locate a generic or wire one for your machine.
Here's a manual for your machine: https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=8&ved=0ahUKEwi-uNjQq5PLAhUC6mMKHfDkBDgQFghGMAc&url=http%3A%2F%2Fjanome.com%2Fsiteassets%2Fsupport%2Fmanuals%2Fretired%2Fcomputer%2Finst-book-mc4000.pdf&usg=AFQjCNHXP9z7dWGFaVchzjicsdfYtEBAEA
The stepper motor or motors control the needle position. If one is reporting an error that just unplugging the machine and leaving it off for 15 minutes won't fix, it's time for a repair shop.
Sounds like you have no tension on the upper thread. Rethread the top thread, make sure you have the pressure foot raised, and have your tension around 5. Don't forget to lower the pressure foot before you began to sew.
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