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SEWING MACHINE SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Dear Customer: You have just invested in a very fine please pause for a moment and care for your Specific instructions zigzag sewing and carefully machine. read this booklet Before which using your contains new Kenmore instructions machine, on how to operate machine. are given obtain the best sewing Advice on the operation results on threading, and avoid and care of your Please remember, if you have questions the model number and serial number tension adjustments, unnecessary machine about when you your cleaning, service expense is always machine available oiling, etc. This will for conditions at your or need parts beyond nearest and help you our control. Sears Retail service, always Store. mention inquire. Kenmore Sewing Machine Record in space provided below the model number and serial numbe_ of _his appHerrce;The mode! number and ser_! number are located on the nomenclature plate, as identified on Page 3 of this booklet. Model No. 385. Serial No. Retain these numbers for future reference. THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE, LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE. .... IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4. Never use. not Always unplug before relamping. 15 Watts. Do not reach for the appliance Do not or sink. place or store appliance Do not place 10. Replace bulb with same type rated that has fallen into water. where it can fall in or drop into water or be pulled into a tub reduce fire, electric Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children. 2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. 3. Never operate working water. this appliance properly, Return if it has a damaged if it has been dropped the appliance center for examination, repair, to the nearest electrical cord or plug, if it is not or damaged, authorized or mechanical or dropped dealer into or service adjustment. products blocked. controller Keep free from are being used or where turn all controls to the off ("0") position, then remove grasp the plug, not outlet. unplug by pulling Keept fingers around the sewing machine away on cord. from proper all moving To unplug, parts. Special care the is required needle. Do not use bent needles. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break. needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. 1. (spray) 13. shock, or injury to persons. aerosol 12. or other liquid. the risk of burns, where Always use the needle to break. 14. WAR N I N G- To To disconnect, Do not cord. opening and foot into any opening. 11. Unplug immediately. 4. 9. air is being administered. plug from 2. 3. operate any machine dust, and loose cloth. Do not use outdoors. 8. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. of lint, 6. Do with of the sewing Never drop or insert any object oxigen 1. appliance 5. 7. To reduce the risk of electric shock: the openings accumulation Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD Read all instruction before using this sewing machine. DAN GER- operate ventilation Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when marking any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS "For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way." "Foot Controller Model YC-482P for use with Sewing Machine Models 385.1148x x x, 385.1158x x x, 385.1168x x x, 385.1258x x x, 385.1268x x x, 385.12612x x x , 385.1278x x x, 385.11607x x x, 385.12710x x x, 385.12714x x x, 385,!2712x×x, 385.17'622xx×, 385.t_)8×xx, 385,12814xx x and 385,12014xxx. (For U.S.A. market only) TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION KNOW YOUR MACHINE 1. A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available .............. Locate and Identify the Parts .................. Identify the Accessories ........................ SECTION PREPARE 2. YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Set Up the Machine ......................... • Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power • Foot Control Use .......................... • • • SECTION 4 4 5 5 5 • Free Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension • Accessory Storage Box ...................... • Change the Presser Foot ...................... Choose Your Needle and Thread ................ • • To Change Your Needle ...................... Check Your Needle ......................... • Fabric, • • 4_6 ....... Setting Spool Pin .......................... Adjust the Presser Foot Lever .................. Thread Cutter ............................ Needle, Thread and Stitch Prepare the Bobbin ......................... = To Remove the Bobbin Case from Wind the Bobbin Insert the Bobbin ........................ into the Bobbin Length Table .... 6_7 ...... 7 8_9 the Machine Case ............ ...... 8 8_9 9 10_11 10 • Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread ................. Adjust the Top Thread Tension ................ Stitch Selector ............................. 11 12_13 14 Stitch Length Control ........................ Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance ................. Reverse Stitch Control ........................ 14 15 15 Starting 16 3. ............................ Overcast Stretch Stitching (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581) ............. • Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching (Model 12781 and 12681 ) ................... • Three-Step Zigzag ......................... Lace Work (Models 12781,12681 and 12581) ........ Blind Hemming (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581 ) ..... Buttonholes ............................. Sew in a Zipper .......................... Shell Stitching (Model 12781 and 12681 ) ........... Smocking ................................ 6 7 Chart Elastic Stretch Stitch Box Stitching (Model SECTION 4. • • • Turn a Square Corner ...................... Use the Darning Plate ...................... Topstitching ............................ SECTION 5. 25 25 26 26 27 28_29 30_31 32 32 33 33 PROBLEMS CHART 34_35 CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE Replacing the Light Bulb ...................... Cleaning the Machine ...................... • Clean the Feed Dogs ....................... • Clean the Shuttle Race ..................... Oiling the Machine .......................... • Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under Arm Cover Plate .......................... • Oil the Underside ......................... 17_18 17 17 17 18 18 PERFORMANCE (Model 12781 only) ........... 12781 only) ................ What to Do When ......................... LEARN THE STITCHES Straight Stitches .......................... • Straight Stitch ........................... • Use the Seam Guides ....................... 18 19 19 20_26 20 21 22 22 23 24 24 • 6 6 6 Prepare Your Top Thread .................... • Thread Your Needle ....................... To Sew • Left Needle Position ....................... Darning ................................. Straight Stretch ............................ Zigzag Stitches ........................... • Basic Zigzag ............................. • Satin Stitch ............................. • Applique ............................... • Bar Tacking ............................. • Sew a Button ............................ • Overcasting Stitch ......................... • Rick-Rack Stretch ........................ 2 2_3 3 PARTS LIST ........................................ INDEX ............................................ 36 36_37 36 37 38 the 38 38 39 40 SECTION 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available A full line of sewing nearest Sears retail Locate and Identify the Parts cabinets are available at your store or through general our catalog. Another your where. Take-up option Kenmore . . . buy a Carrying goes anywhere, Upper Lever Thread Guide Thread Spool Pin Case . . . then can be stored anyBobbin Winding Top Thread Tension Tension Disc Bobbin Winding Spindle \ Control Stitch Length Control Face Cover Plate Thread Cutter Needle Plate Reverse Stitch Control _Selector Shuttle Extension (Accessory Table storage box) Cover SECTION Arm Cover Plate Carrying 1. KNOWYOURMACHINE Identify the Accessories Handle Hand Wheel Presser Foot Auto Clutch Lever Bobbin Lint brush Knob Needle set Light and Power Switch Free Arm Large screw driver Plug Connector Darning Nomenclature plate Plate all screw driver Straight stitch foot Foot Control Satin foot Needle Clamp Presser Foot stitch /_ Sliding buttonhole Screw Zipper foot foot SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Set Up the Machine • • Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power Power supply Foot Control Use plug Power switch \ supply light Foot Plug connectol 4. Machine plug NOTE: t; 2. Insert Before inserting the plug into your machine, be sure the power switch is OFF. the machine connector, is a tlOto plug into as shown. the It will Insert the power supply plug into 120 three-prong only fit way. 3. The the outlet. one Your FEATURE: machine switch interrupted or light/power switch €_hffdreni control regulates the speed at increase speed, gently press down with the ball of your foot. will light/power foot which you sew. To SAFETY ,Ct_,,ek your outer _besufeit Volt AC outlet, plug Push the light and power switch to turn on the power and sewing light. control not operate is turned stop sewing, to unless on. turn prevent the If you are off the injury to To decrease speed, release your foot pres- su re slightly. NOTE: The foot control is sensitive and w41| _ or _ your sewing speed imrfiediately. Practice on a scrap of fabric to regulate your sewing speed to your taste and needs. SECTION • Setting Spool Pin Adjust • the Presser Foot Lever Normal position 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE Thread Cutter up cutter positior High position Jp position Presser foot lever / The spool pin of in thread is used for holding order to feed the spool thread to the machine. To use, pull for storage. The Presser Foot Lever spool pin. Push down and lowers your presser foot. You can raise it about up the raises up position to help foot. you for 1/4" easy removal place higher than the normal of the presser foot heavy fabrics under or the presser J You don't need a pair of scissors to cut the thread after handy thread Pull before the you finish threads starting sewing. Just use the cutter. to lengthen the next seam. several inches FOR SEWING SECTION 2. PREPARE Set Up the Machine • YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Choose Your (Continued) • Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table Accessory Storage Box • Change the Presser Foot • Needle and Thread To Change Your Needle Ne_'_e clamp screw \ Flat side away from you To Remove the Extension Table The lid of the accessory storage Use the correct presser foot for (for free-arm sewing) box lifts open toward you. the stitch you wish to sew. 1. Grip the table with your index finger Sewing accessories are conveni- 2. and thumb, as shown, Puttgently to theleft. table Will snap outl ently located in the box. ........... To Attach the Extension (for flat-bed 1. Insert The_e_ Table sewing) the tab and the pin into their catches. 2. With your thumb gently snap in. and index finger, NOTE: To change the various presser :_t, raise the presser bar to its ........................ hi_est posi{t6n b¥li_Jng the .... presser foot lever. Loosen the presser foot thumb screw, choose the proper foot, insert from the bottom. Tighten the screw using the large screw driver to make certain the foot is secure. Raise the needle bar to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward you. 1. Loosen the needle clamp===_ew turning it toward you. 2. Remove the needle by pulling it downward. 3. Insert the new needle into the needle 4. clamp with the flat side away from you. Push the needle up as far as it will go. 5. by Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly with the large screwdriver from your accessory box. SECTION Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch 2. Lightweight: Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon, Silks, Fine Lace, Organza, Crepe, Taffeta, Medium choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing. Voire, In your needle envelope, you will find the following color-coded Blue (11 ) Orange ......... for stretch (11 ) ........ Red (14) for Purple (16) ........ fabrics. medium weight for or medium-heavy fabrics. medium-heavy and decorative fabrics. hole weight needle for thicker on these has a larger topstitching thread.) Green (18) ........ for heavy decorative weight top-stitching fabrics and on these fabrics. Replacement Kenmore needles Cotton 2 (12 stitches per inch) Cotton Percale, Gingham, Blends, Seersucker, Satin, Vinyl Suitlngs, Wool Crepe, 50 14-RED Pique, Mercerized Polyester Cotton Core]Cotton Wrap Silk A K nits, Linen, 2--2.5 (10-12 stitches per inch) Leather are avialable at your Medium Heavy Weight: Corduroy, Denim, Wool, Sailcloth, Wool Flannel, Gabardine, Velvets, Leather 14-RED or 16-PURPLE 50 Mercerized Cotton Mercerized Heavy-Duty Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap Silk A 2--3 (8-10 stitches per inch} Heavy Duty Mercerized Cotton Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap Silk A 3 (8 stitches inch) fabrics topstitching (This thread Core!Cotton Wrap Fine Mercerized Silk A RECOMMENDED STITCH LENGTH SETTING fabrics. for lightweight .......... SIZE Weight: Cotton, Shantung, needles: THREAD Polyester 11-ORANGE Organdy Your FOR SEWING Length Chart NEEDLE SIZE AND COLOR FABRIC S PREPARE YOUR MACHINE nearest Sears Heavy Weight: Coatings, Upholstery Cotton Duck, Heavy Twills, Canvas Decorative top-stitching on al! types of fabric Stretch Fabric: Polyester Double Knits, Nylon Tricot, Jersey, Stretch Terry, Cire Tricot stores. Spandex, 18-GREEN 16-PURPLE 18-GREEN Buttonhole Twist (Use as top thread 11-BLUE (STRETCH FABRIC NEEDLE) Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap 50 Mercerized Cotton only) per 3--4 (6-8 stitches per inch) 2--2,5 (10-12 stitches per inch) = Check Your Needle 1. Look for barbed or blunt point. 2. A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics. Always I buy a good quality be strong, smooth thread. and consistent It should resist tangling and in thickness. 7 SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Prepare the Bobbin • To Remove the Bobbin Case from • the Machine Wind the Bobbin Release clutch toward moving Remove the the machine left. Open extension by the table from pulling it to the shuttle cover by pulling down the embossed the left side of the cover. part on To remove tie, pull Pull bobbin open bobbin case from shut- latch of case. case straight bobbin out clutch knob by inside turning the the hand wheel you to stop the needle from while you winding bobbin. of shuttle. Raise needle to its highest position _ta_imghand wheel toward you. 7: ¸ the SECTION • 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Wind the Bobbin (Continued) 7 Draw thread from spool through bobbin winding tension disc as shown. Pull end of thread through hole in bobbin as shown. Place bobbin spindle with from the bobbin until • onto top winding it clicks. thread, start slightly filled, bobbin end of of the thread winding bobbin. spindle Holding machine. to the onto Wind thread coming Push bobbin until winder stops. winding left right Turn clutch knob away while holding hand wheel end of When bobbin is and clip thread. spindle Push sewing Remove to the bobbin. from for you normal operation. snip off end of thread. Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case K ) Place making wise bobbin bobbin in bobbin sure thread and is as shown. case feeds clock- coming from Pull thread as shown. through slot of case Pull spring thread under and through as shown above. inches of thread tension the opening Pull 3 to 4 from bobbin. Holding case latch. into latch open, shuttle and position release Case should when latch lock into is released. place SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Prepare Your Top Thread • Thread Your Needle Raise take-up lever to its highest Raise presser foot Place spool on spool 1. Draw thread 2. While holding position by turning hand wheel toward you. lever. pin as shown, into thread thread with thread guide using both near spool, draw coming from the back of the spool. hands. thread down into the tension area and then around check spring holder. :_mbered steps above follow 0{1 theJflustrations. Dotted lines show the numbers ...... places loops and then is pulled tight. where the .... .--;=;..... 4. Draw thread 5. Thread and slip it into needle bar thread guide. thread NOTE: 10 down needle from You may want front to back. to cut the end of thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading. the SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread Raise presser foot thread loosely handwheel lever. Hold top 2. in left hand and rotate toward Bring bobbin thread up top thread. you one complete by pulling 3, Pull both back of threads the under presser to 6 inches of thread foot, and to leaving the 4 clear. turn. If you cannot pick up bobbin thread by following steps given above, then check: 1. Is needle threaded from front to back? 2. Is threadtang!ed around needle? 3. Are 3 to 4 inches of thread coming from the shuttle? 4. Is thread from shuttle tangled? 5. Is bobbin properly installed in the bobbin case? 6. Is the machine threaded according to the instructions? 11 SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Adjust the Top Thread Tension Choose the Correct Top The best tension side of fabric Setting mark Tension: will depend on; the stiffness and thickness the number of fabric Loosen of the fabric layers the type of stitch f Top thread The top thread is too loose. The top thread is too tight Tighten thread Top side of fabric For Straight The ideal fabric, If you Stitch straight as shown look gaps, that stitch will have threads above, magnified at the each stitch _i_hen adjusting stitch, front is smooth top thread locked between the two layers of The top thread appears on the underside of the fabric. to show detail. and back, you will notice that there are no The bobbin thread appears on the upper surface of the fabric. and even. tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top Tension The bottom top is too loose: thread will Tension shows of the fabric. of the stitch 12 Top side of fabric through the The The bottom side the feel bumpy, is too tight: bobbin top the stitch thread of the will will fabric. come The top feel bumpy. through side of SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFORSEWING For Zigzag Stitch In the correct zigzag stitch, of the fabric below and top for the correct the bobbin threads will appearance. threads show will slightly To match not show on the top side on the bottom this appearance, adjust side. your See top tension. Top tension Top tension Too Too Tight Loose Just Right J Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Too Tight: Too Loose: Just Right: -- -- Minimize the amount of top thread visible on the bottom side of fabric without causing excessive puckering or causing the bobbin thread to show on the top side. Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing conditions. Corner of each zigzag will pull together on the top side of fabrics. The top thread will loop through bottom side of fabric and will be pulled almost together. 13 SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Stitch Selector Stitch Length Control f Model 12781 / / Setting mark Setting mark 0 4 t -- ""'1+1"'" Stitch Selector \\ Stitch Lerlgth \ t I I \\\ I 0 +I-- \ I--2--3--4.--+s ' I I v_ a / Stitch Selector / Stitch _tting mark Length Control J The stitch stitch you regular selector zigzag and rick The different Straight, control not only select, but also regulates rack stretch types of stitches Zigzag and Utility determines the stitch width the The for stitches stitches. by color. "0" NOTE: your avoid needle needle adjusting or fabric is up and damage, out of be sure fabric when Model 12581 Model 11682 I l,=°lo=°llqlMlI I l 14 the length of stitch, and also has a stretch the number, the longer the stitch. means no feed, this control. Model 12681 regulates upon your _ or your own _e +n buttonholes, _ alter the bu_Qnh0J_iS_h d_[!;_JtY within the 51_ _0rl_oTe range on the_length control. Settings are blue. To control are orange. Stretch Stitches are yellow. Buttonhole length setting. The higher ere designated Stitches stitch SECTION Stitch Length ,_° "'_" L J PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Reverse Stitch Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance fSetting 2. mark \ 0L..._1_2_____ sL J \ ', I .___'' I _ E TI / ' I _I / t Stitch To Length select Control Stretch -'-_ Stitches, set this control at • position. In stretch stitch sewing, Stitch Length Control should be in the detent position between Sand L (vposition) for most materials. Depending upon the type of fabric used, you may need to adjust this control to match forward stitches of stretch sewing with reverse motion stitches. To reverse stitch, hold down this control during sewing. Release to sew forward again. To shorten stretch stitches, turn the control slightly toward "S". To lengthen, turn toward "L". L • • Smocking Rickrack • S stretch stretch 15 SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Starting To Sew Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessoriesprovided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your new Kenmore sewing machine, Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew: 1. Inspect the needle. afraid It should to change your be straight, needle frequently. properly Many set and sharp on the point. of the new fabrics It should made of synthetic be the correct blends tend to dull size for the fabric the needles more and thread easily than being used. Do not be fabrics made of natural fibers. 2. 3. Before placing during the sewing Test the machine suitable 4. the material Fabric to your should seam marking on the machine, of the first stitch 3 or 4 stitches on a scrap of fabric the ends of the threads have been drawn about 4 inches to the rear of the machine. Hold on to threads you plan to use. The fabric should be double thickness. Adjust the machine for the length of stitch and tension fabric. be placed under the presser on the needle plate when 5. Run the machine 6. Fasten each seam by back tacking 7. Always finish 8. Guide 9. When turning 16 see that of the seam. at a slow gently making with with the hand wheel your the bulk pressure at the beginning you put on the foot manually, always to the left of the needle and the right edge of the material placed control, the faster the machine will sew. and end of the seam. the needle at its highest hand in front of the material a simple seam. even speed. The more sewing each seam with the fabric foot point. of the needle. Never turn you. it toward pull or hold the fabric in such a way that the normal feeding is altered. on the 5/8" SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Straight Stitches • Straight • Use the Seam Guides Stitch Set the Machine Stitch ! Stitch selector ,1 Cornering Top thread tension control 2 to 6 The 1, 2. Raise the presser foot. Raise the needle 7. to its 3. Place the to Zigzag foot edge of a stitching needle plate the fabric guide line (5/8" the end of the to reverse to seam, you may lock the stitch. 8. Raise the presser foot the fabric. 9. Cut the threads. are seam guides on there width. to help the you needle The lines are 1/8" the 5/8" and 7/8" • a and remove Turn plate measure seam apart, with lines marked. Square Corner next on is At want highest position. Straight foot Guide Stitch length control orange the most common). 4. Draw the threads towards the back and lower the presser foot. 5. 6. Press the foot Hold the fabric guide it along control; loosely the and gently guide line, so that it feeds naturally. Do not force the fabric To turn fabric or try to 1. pull it tight. a square Stop stitching by turning toward you when facing you Raise the from the Lower lower hand the fabric lines up with the wheel edge the guide, as shown. the fabric the 5/8" 3. 5/8" and needle cornering 2. corner edge: presser foot and turn to the edge with foot and begin line seam guide. the stitching presser in the new direction. 17 SECTION Straight • 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Stitches (Continued) • Use the Darning Plate Left Needle Position "ropstitching Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Stitch selector selector I Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Sometimes when to control the fabric The Darning so that you sew, you Here's How want youself. 1, Plate covers the feed dogs they do not touch To put on the Darning 2. the fabric. The rectangular holes in the Darning match in the needle plate. the darning plate, Position the Fit the darning will show through plate with ways: Darning Button 18 the next presser produce 3/8" from © along this an even row of the edge. J The feed dogs the darning plate in the following (P. 19) {P. 23) Use and Its Uses Topstitching emphasizes garment and keeps the lines of seams and edges flat and crisp. Accent two outer Sewing of guide the fabric topstitching or your plate holes. Use the darning of the fabric edge to the left plate pins into the needle plate holes. Evenly edge to In the 3 pins on the bottom. 2. edge right Zigzag foot 3. The Stitch darning the these of center. 1. foot the holes holes are slightly Keep the foot. Plate: Plate Lower the presser foot. to Straight NOTE: Stitch length control orange zone suits rows of or blouses topstitching edges of cuffs, with one around lapels or collars. or the Left Needle Position control while stitching difficult topstitching NOTE: Use only foot for Sewing. for more or edge fabrics. zigzag presser Left Needle SECTION Darning 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Straight Stretch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Set the Machine selector Stitch Stitch selector III Ul III t Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch length control any number threadtension control 2 to 6 Top adjust) Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position Here's How 1. Put the darning (see p. 18). 2. Remove presser foot between embroidery centered. 3. Draw the bobbin thread up through the fabric by holding the top thread and taking No presser foot Darning plate plate on the needle plate and stretch fabric hoops with hole Straight foot Zigzag foot Stretch stitching l_rli_ It can be used on other fabrics as well, start darning. This stitch is the stretch variation of seams the straight stitch, especially developed for knits and stretch fabrics. garments that will receive a great deal strain Lower the presser bar and sew at a slow speed. 5. Move the fabric back and forth slowly until you have covered the darning area. 6. Turn the fabric half turn and sew another actually layer of stitching over the first layer. sewn, If your fabric is thin or badly damaged, use a separate piece of fabric under the hole to reinforce it. This stitch can also be used for topstitching on all fabrics. of When you finish darning, remove the darning plate. and on (ie. any children's clothes). The stretch but forward instead is and (sometimes action" stitch stretch as the does not it is being stitched back called stitch), give when 7. It works well on curved 4. NOTE: was developed to be used on stretch fabrics and a so that fabric in a motion "reverseit will stretches of breaking. 19 SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches Basic Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Top thread tension control 2 to 5 selector Stitch length control orange Here's How There are many ways to sew a zigzag stitch. Consult Zigzag foot Satin the specific Stitch Applique p. 21 Work Bar Tacking Button Sewing Rick-rack TJ_e_d ItsUses p. 22 p. 22 Overcasting Overcast variations for detailed p, 23 p. 24 stretch p, 24 stretch p. 25 Serging p. 25 The zigzag stitch is one of the most common and most versatile stitches on your machine. It can be a utility stitch for sewing buttons, buttonholes, hemming, overcasting, mending and darning. It can also be used to decorate with trims, appliques and cut-out work or as a decorative stitch. 2O Three-step zigzag p. 26 directions. SECTION • 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Satin Stitch Zigzag w dth: Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Stitch selector length : 1 2 3 Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch length control 0.5 to 1 4 Close to 0 Satin stitch foot The Stitch and Its Uses The Satin stitch is a versatile and often used decorative stitch, but it can also Here's How Once your be used to overcast a raw edge (for ex- of the fabric ample, weight blankets, linens, tablecloths machine is set up to stitch, you are planning you may want to use. Too tight to experiment a satin stitch on a fragment may pucker some light fabrics. and napkins). The Satin stitch is especially attractive in applique. 21 SECTION 3. Zigzag Stitches • LEARN THE STITCHES (Continued) Applique Bar Tacking Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Set the Machine selector Stitch Stitch length control 0.5 to 1 Satin stitch foot Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Baste (or fuse with iron-on fabric joiner) applique pieces on the fabric. Stitch around the applique making sure the needle falls along the outer edge of the applique. When sewing corners, lower the needle down into the fabric. Raise the presser foot and pivot the fabric to the right or left. 22 Stitch selector Stitch length control 0.5 to t This stitch is similar to a very short satin stitch and is used to reinforce points of strain such as corners or pockets and straps on lingerie. Zigzagfoot Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches. SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Sew a Button Set the Machine Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch selector Stitch length any number control (not Usethe darning plate for button sewing (see p. 18). To 1. Set the stitch selector at" threads 2. Align the both holes of the button with the slot of the foot and place the left hole of the button just below the needle point. hole 3. Lower the foot and turn the stitch selector to zigzag until the needle point comes just above the right hole of the button. Draw ¢i_ ". the Zigzag foot Darning strengthen the shank, cut the leaving a 20 cm (8"') tail. Bring needle thread in the button down through and wind the it around the shank. plate 4. Sew about five stitches and raise needle. 5. Set the stitch selector at " the thread to the bottom side and knot. " "a gain " and sew a few stitches to lock thread. €_= 23 SECTION 3. Zigzag Stitches LEARN THE STITCHES (Continued) OvercastingStitch Rick-Rack Stretch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Set the Machine selector Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch length control 1 to 2 Helpful Hints Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses This zigzag variation is very useful in garment construction and in finishing raw edges of any sewing project. 24 Stitch Start overcasting about 1/8" inside the raw corner of your seam. If you start right at the edge, the fabric will bunch up and the stitches will become tangled. selector Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position The Stitch and Its Uses Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that you might use a zigzag stitch. Zigzag foot This stitch can be used as a decorative top stitch aswell. SECTION • Overcast Stretch Stitching (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581) Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchinc 3. (Models LEARN 12781 THE STITCHES and 12681) F Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 __ Set the Machine selector Stitch Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position t___J Zigzag foot Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 selector Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position Here's How Here's How Place the raw edge of the fabric to the LEFT of the needle as shown. Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the stitches are made Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric Zigzagfoot just short of the outside edge. Or, place your seam, then fabric trim to allow seam a 5/8" allowance after. The Stite,hand4t_ Raw or worn e_ o_armen_ can be overcast to prevent further _ ............. TheStitch and ttsUses This stitch can be used for sewing a raveling. seam with an overcast finish. NOTE: Use this stitch narrow seam that press open flat. seams on knits The seam is formed and finished in one operation. It can be used when you are making swimwear, ski pant_ and other garments that require stretch. Use a blue stretch fabric needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitches. when you want a you do not need to It is ideal for 1/4" or on medium to over the edge. Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8" seam, then trim seam allowance after. NOTE: When using stretch knit fabric, use a blue_Ltch fabric_= needle which effectively skipped stitches. prevents heavyweight woven fabrics where you want a narrow seam. It is also great for making elastic swim wear. 25 SECTION 3. Zigzag Stitches LEARN THE STITCHES Lace Work (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581) (Continued) Three-Step Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selector Top thread tension control 1 to 4 \ Stitch Stitchlength control 0.5 to 1 Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 selector Stitch length control 1 Seam Finishing Zigzag foot Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the edge will be slightly inside the right hand side of the presser foot. Guide the work so the right hand stitches fall at the edge of the fabric. Zigzag foot Lace to and pillows a fanciful, and feminine lingerie. become Table more touch linens elegant w-hen -trimrrmd with lace. The Stitch and Its Uses Turn raw edge of fabric under at least "l'bethree.step Zigzag is a Combination zigzag and straight stitch. You may use the three-step zigzag everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch. It has more strength, elasticity, and is 'flatter than a regular zigzag. The three-step zigzag stitch is especial. ly useful for: mending sewing patches smoothly and securely. repairing straight tears. finishing seams. 26 adds blouses 1/2". Place lace underneath and topstitch usingstretch blind hem stitch. Trim excessfabric close to stitching. Mending Position the tear under the needle so that the stitching will catch both sides. SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Blind Hemming (Models 12781, 12681 and 12581) 1/4" Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Light Weight Fabric (Regular) Top thread tension control 1 to 4 114" Stitch length control 1 to 3 Heavy Weight Fabric _., Zigzag foot 1. Finish the raw edge of your hem any way you desired. (See Overcasting, p. 2__4) 2. Measure, turn up your hem and pin. NOTE: 3. Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector ) For light weight fabrics, you may need a double fold. Fold the material (wrong side out) on the edge to be stitched, as shown, leaving 1/4" of the finished hem edge showing. 4. Place garment under presserfoot in such a manner that straight stitches will be sewn on extended edge. The zigzag stitch, ....... should just catch the fold of the garment ..... 5. (Stretch) Top thread tension control 1 to 4 - There are two blind hem stitches on your machine. The regular blind hem is used for woven fabrics. The stretch blind hem is wider and will "give" and is used for knit and stretch fabrics. After hemming, pressboth Sidesof the finished hem: The top Side of the garment will show only the blind Stitches__ NOTE: The stretch blind hem stitch also can be used for Lace Work. (See p. 2.66) Stitch length control 1 to 3 _Zigzagfoot 27 SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Buttonholes Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension control 1 to 5 Stitch length contro 1. a. Carefully length Sliding buttonhole foot mark on your the buttonhole buttonhole c. under foot the with ing running garment the slider foot the (A) up with the c. NOTE: the top Depending own upon your preference may alter density in the within fabric or your buttonholes, buttonhole the blue you stitch buttonhole Q range on the stitch length dial. (_ For more density, toward "0". (_ For less density, toward NOTE: make tonhole 28 the dial the dial plan a practice but- on a scrap of fabric to Fine stitches turn "1 ". Always you turn use to find more suitable stitch length. the for light faorics Coarse stitches for heavy fabrics you (C) on the mark markings Lower mark (B). on the on your the presser foot. The markings are engraved Adjusting the Stitch D_nsJty toward mark garment. mark- you. slider the top meets the start b. Line buttonhole toward the so that b. Change to the sliding foot. Insert 2. a. Move garment. on the slider in centimeters. 3. a. Set the stitch selector b. Sew forward front marking until of at I'I you reach the your button- hole. c. Stop sewing at the left stitch. SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES F1 4. a. Set the stitch selector at 5. a. Set the stitch I b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. c. Stop sewing b. Sew at the right until marking stitch. selector you at reach !31 the l back of the buttonhole. c. Stop sewing at the right 6. a. Set the stitch selector at l:l b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. c. 7. Remove open with the fabric and cut the hole the buttonhole opener, Stop sewing at the left stitch. stitch. NOTE: Wllen sliding sewin buttonhole and sew in reverse( foot as illustrated _-_r_l-_r"_ Li _J u ). _ 29 SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Sew in a Zipper Fabric Preparation Put the gether right : sides Set the Machine of the fabric to- Stitch and sew to the end of the zip- per opening. Use the reverse to length the at zipper "4" opening and top with thread Zipper 1/8") t lock the stitches. Sew Stitch selector teeth Zipper tape stitch tension at "3", Top thread tension control 3 to 6 Stitch length control 2 To Sew: of opening Zipper foot Right side of fabric 4. 1. Fold back the left seam allowance as shown. 2. Turn under ance to form 3. the right a I/8" seam allow- zipper 1/8"fold and pin in place. teeth next 5. Lower so that to the bottom the needle and the zipper \ the fold point and the zipwhere the begins. the needle to hold the fab- ric and raise the presser foot. 30 zipper tape. the Lower the pierces the fold per tape to on the right of Sew through slider 7. on the left side the zipper foot side at the 6. Top edge of fabric left side of the zipper, set the zipper foot of the needle. fold. Place the To sew the SECTION 8. Open thezipper. 9, Lower the presser foot 10. Close the zipper fabric right side up, and stitch and turn the the rest of the seam. To sew the right set right side of the needle. 12. Stitch the side of per, across zipper and the zip- foot on the bot- INVISIBLE ZIPPER AND CORDING INVISIBLE ZIPPER Adjust the foo_ so the needle is sewing through the _e_ter ho!=_of the foot er_d __r_e_roe,._ ef . .L - the corner and continue to guide the teeth, as shown. Stitch through Ltppttr foot the zipper Stop about 2" from the top of the Lower the needle into the fabric and raise the presser foot. 16. along LEARN THE STITCHES zipper. 15. below tom of the zipper. 13. Turn i4. the 3. Remove the basting stitches and open the zipper. 17. Lower the foot and stitch the rest of the seam. Make sure the fold the fabric and is even. [_lpft. shown. Follow the zipper manufacturer's instructions. After zipper has been inserted, finish sewing seam by shifting foot to side position sewing through side notch. CORDING Foot can also be used to make cording for slipcovers etc. Cover a cord with a strip of bias fabric and sew as shown, NOTE: Use "Low Bar Sewing Machine (6757) for "invisible which can be obtained ZIPPER FOOT" zipper" and "cording", at any Sears retail store. 31 SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Shell Stitching (Models 12781 and 12681) Smocking Set the Machine Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selector Top thread tension control 3 to 9 Stitch Stitch length control 1to 2 Stitch selector Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position Here's How I. For best effect: - set the stitch length L__J as you desire. - Zigzag foot you may need to tighten top thread - allow tension the needle clear the folded fabric 2. The Stitch and Its Uses The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing hem over folded fabric. rows of are called a Several shell tucks. Shell stitching can be used to finish hems, sleeve and neck openings. Shell tucking scalloped lingerie. 32 can tucks be used on sew rows to blouses create and You can sew Shell Zigzag foot to just edge of the it zigzags. of shell stitches, space the rows 1/2" blind shell stitching If you when the slightly. apart. Stitch on knits or soft silky wovens in any direction. With the stitch length at "4", sew straight stitching lines 3/8" apart across the area to be smocked. Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly. Secure the threads at the other end. Sew the decorative stitch between the gathering stitches. Pull out the gathering stitches. NOTE: Loosen tension easier. the top thread to make gathering SECTION Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12781 only) Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 LEARN THE STITCHES Box Stitching (Model 12781 only) Set the Machine Stitch 3, Set tha Machine selector Stitch Stitch length control yellow Stitch Top thread tension _tro! I to 4 selector Stitch length control I position \_ Use this stitch to join heavy weight interlining. stretch stitch k__J Zigzag foot Zigzag foot Overlap two raw edges together and use this stitch to join them. Choose this stitch to attach elastic to garments. 1. 2, Mark the elastic into quarters and match these to the center front, center back and side seams. Place the middle of the elastic under the center of the presser foot and stitch into place, making sure the fabric is evenly distributed. 33 SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to Do When PROBLEM PROBABLE Incorrect Irregular Stitches Breaking Needle Bunching of Thread Puckering 34 CAUSE size needle. Improper threading. Loose upper thread tension. Pulling fabric. Loose presser foot. Unevenly wound bobbin, Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate. Pulling fabric. Incorrect size needle. Incorrect setting of needle. Loose presser foot. CORRECTION Choose correct size needle for thread Rethread machine, and fabric. Tighten upper thread tension, Do not pull fabric; guide it gently. Reset presser foot. Rewind bobbin. Replace needle plate, or polish off burrs completely. Do not pull fabric; guide it gently. Choose correct size needle for thread Reset needle. Reset presser foot. and fabric. Upper and lower threads not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam. When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads under and back of presser foot about 4" and hold until a few stitchs are formed. Incorrect Using two different sizes or kinds of thread. Bent or blunt needle. Reset thread tension(s). Upper thread and bobbin Insert new needle. Loose presser foot. Fabric very sheer or very soft, Reset presser foot. Use underlay of tissue paper. thread tension(s). thread should be same size and kind. SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to Do When (Continued) PROBLEM Skipping Stitches Breaking Upper Thread PROBABLE CAUSE Incorrect size needle. Bent or blunt needle. Incorrect setting of needle. Tight upper thread tension. Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric. Insert new needle. Reset needle. Loosen upper thread tension. Starting to stitch too fast. Improper threading, Tight upper thread tension: Incorrect size needle. Start to stitch at a medium Rethread machine. Sharp eye in needle. Nicks or burrs on shuttle. Nicks or burrs Breaking Bobbin Thread not Moving at hole of needle plate. Improper bobbin case threading. Lint in bobbin case or shuttle. Darning Fabric CORRECTION plate in place. speed. Loosen upper thread tension_ Choose correct size needle for thread Insert new needle. Replace shuttle, Replace needle plate, or polish off or polish Remove darning "I'L r_ • ..... L = =, _ _L=_._I-- case or shuttie_ off burrs completely. plate. Adjust Stitch Length Control. Place both threads back under to stitch. .. - -- J burrs completely. Check bobbin case threading. Clean bobbin case and shuttle. Stitch Length set at 0. Thread knotted under fabric. _lL.un_n_Tnbobbin and fabric. , I Ciean bobbin _1 s J presser foot before beginning •., case ands_ 35 SECTION 5. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE Replacing the Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine To insure that your machine The feed dogs and shuttle operates at its best, you need to keep the essential race areas can attract dust and lint. Your machine parts clean at atl times. can become sluggish or knock loudly if a thread is caught. Check and clean those areas about If you sew frequently, i p The light bulb will normal use. I be HOT. Protect your fingers when you handle % Follow Push bulb the bulb up and counter-clockwise turn to the remove it. Put the new bulb up and turning these directions: it. 1. 36 under Unplug the machine and open the face cover. CAUTION! 3, months Clean the Feed Dogs f 2. every three often. i I • I. clean more in by pushing it clockwise. it Unplug the machine. presserfoot and needle, Remove Using a screw needle plate. remove driver, 2. Use a lint brush and clean the feed dogs. 3. Replace needle plate intoposition. SECTION5. CAREFORYOURMACHINE • Clean the Shuttle Race This area must be kept free of dust, lint and occasional tangled thread, about every three months. Center pin of the shuttle Shuttle Clean the shuttle race area driver Lever Shuttle Lever Bob_ Race L _ (Oil hare) Shuttle Cover case To Clean the Shuttle 1. Raise point 2; the Area: needle and remove Prush:shui&_e bar To Replace to the bobbin its highest _a,l_ tevers aside; 4. Clean the brush. shuttle race with Position driver Lift shuttle ra_ cover and take Shu_ie out. 3. 1. case. Assembly: shuttle race is forming as illustrated half moon so that on the shuttle left side of the machine. 2. Hn!d _huttl_- hy P_ntpr pin _nd P_r_itJtm Chu_tl_ SO_lS tO form a half moon a lint Put a drop of oil on the center pin of the shuttle and shuttle race. Do not over-oil. Shuttle Race on the right side. Pointed cover over hook will be on the bottom. 3. Place shuttle race into place shuttle assembly. 4. Snap the levers back into the original position. 37 SECTION 5. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE Oiling the Machine Oil the frequently, machine sewing machine Kenmore NOTE: • in all areas shown oil the machine sewing Unplug oil. under One or two machine on this page at least once a year; otherwise the top cover about drops of oil is sufficient. oil is available the machine before at your oiling. nearest Remove every three months. Remove excess oil, Sears retail the machine In case machine otherwise it may stain down or will knock time, loudly. oil it before If you sewing. use the machine Use good quality fabric. position. Cover Plate cover sluggish store. needle and put needle bar in full Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under the Arm can become is not used for an extended • Oil the Underside plate ///Arm Face cover plate I Shuttle cover Open face cover plate and/or remove in illustration. Use only 38 a drop arm cover plate by loosening up top screw to oil points Open the of oil; do not over-oil. the left remove shuttle side of bottom cover by pulling the cover. cover. Tilt Oil points down the the embossed machine in illustration. head part back on and PARTS LIST All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Searsstore or service center. WHEN 1 2 3 4 5 6 ORDERING REPAIR 1. PART NUMBER 3. MODEL If the parts transmitted 8 13 17 9 14 18 10 11 15 19 12 16 20 21 ALWAYS you t 2 3 4 5 2. PART NUMBER need are not to a Sears Repair Ref. No. 7 PARTS, GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: DESCRIPTION 4. NAME stocked locally, OF ITEM your Parts Distribution order Part No. Shuttle Bobbin case Bobbin box with 6 7 8 9 10 "675_ 135 *6864 6797 6830 802424004 820832005 41669 *6889 735801008 -Jr: ____ 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 2O 21 are not furnished above. be electronically handling. Description 47 6510 *6862 1939 813404013 6551 6552 6553 6554 652508002 648801108 650802003 735503007 6870 *These items instructions will Center for expedited Bobbin winder No. 11 Stretch 10 bobbins rubber ring fabric needles (BLU) No. 11 Single needles (ORG) No. 14 Single needles (RED) No. 16 Single needles (PUR) No. 18 Single needles (GRN) Needle clamp with screw Sliding buttonhole foot Straight stitch foot Standard zigzag foot Satin stitch fo_t L_ Thumb screw Needle threader Light bulb Buttonhole Lint brush opener Large screw driver Small screw driver Oil and lint brush Darning with plate the machine, but may be ordered per 39 INDEX A Accessory Adjusting Applique Arm cover storage box ............... stretch stitch balance ......... ........................ plate .................. 2, 6 15 22 3, 38 Feed dogs ....................... Foot control .................... Free arm sewing 36 3_4 .................... 6 H Hand wheel ..................... 3, 16 B Bar tacking ...................... Basic zigzag ...................... Blind hemming .................... Bobbin ................... Bobbin case ................ Bobbin thread .................. Bobbin winding .................. Bobbin winding tension disc ........... Bobbin winding spindle .............. Box stitching ..................... Buttonhole .................... 22 20 27 3, 8 _ 9, 39 8_9, 37, 39 11_12 8_'9 2, 9 2, 9 33 28_29 Buttonhole opener ............. Button sewing .................... 3, 29, 39 23 C Cabinet .......................... Carrying handle .................... Changing needle .................... Changing presser foot ................ Cleaning feed dogs and shuttle race .... Clutch knob ................... Cording ........................ Cornering guide ................... D Darning ........................ Darning plate ........... 2 3 6 6 36_37 3, 8, 9 3t 17 19 3, 18 ~ 19, 23, 39 E Elastic stretch stitch ................ Extension table ................... 33 2, 6 I Invisible zipper .................... 31 L Lace work ....................... 26 Large screw driver ................. Light and power switch ............. Light bulb ................... Lint brush ................... 3, 39 3_4 4, 36, 39 3, 36, 39 N Needle ................... Needle clamp screw .............. Needle plate .................... Needle, thread and fabric chart 3, 6 _ 7, 39 3, 6, 39 2, 36 .......... 7 O Oiling .......................... Overcasting stitch .................. Overcast stretch stitching ............. 38 24 25 P Parts list ........................ Performance problems chart ........ Pine leaf stretch stitching ............. Plug connector ................... Portable case ...................... Power switch ...................... Presser foot ....................... Presser foot lever .................. 39 34_35 25 3"-4 2 4 3 3, 5 R F Fabric, needle, thread and stitch length chart ....................... Face cover plate .................. 4O 7 2, 38 Replacing bobbin case .............. Reverse stitch control .............. Rick rack stretch .................. 8"9 2, 15 24 S Satin stitch foot ........... Satin stitch ...................... Seam guides ...................... Serging ......................... Sewing light ....................... Shell stitching .................... Shuttle ....................... Shuttle cover ..................... Shuttle race ...................... Sliding buttonhole foot ...... Small screw driver ................. Smocking ....................... Spool pin ....................... Stitch length control ............... Stitch selector ................... Straight stitch .................. Straight stitch foot .......... Straight stretch .................... 3, 21 _ 22, 39 21 17 25 4 32 37, 39 2, 8 37 3, 28 _ 29, 39 3, 39 32 2, 5 2, 14 2, 14 17_18 3, 17_19, 39 19 T Thread cutter ..................... Thread guide ....................... Thread take-up lever ............... Thread tensions ................. Three-step zigzag .................. Topstitching ..................... Top thread .................... Top thread tension ............... Top thread tension control ............. Turn a square corner ................ 2, 5 2 2, 10 12_13 26 18 10_13 12_13 2 17 z Zigzag foot ...... i7_20, 22_27, 32_33, 39 Zigzag stitches .................. 20_26 Zipper application ............... 30_31 Zipper foot ............... 3, 30_31, 39 MEMO MEMO WARRANTY FULL 25-YEAR For 25 years WARRANTY from ON SEWING the date of purchase, components MACHINE Sears will, of the sewing HEAD free of charge, repair machine defects in material or workmanship t in the mechanical # FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE For two years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in material which appear head. # # appear in the speed control. # FULL $ _t For 90 days from necessary for proper 90-DAY WARRANTY d) electrical of the sewing machine, including electronic components, motor, wiring, which switch and --= l) "_ P # WARRANTY SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT equipment or workmanship ON ALL PARTS AND the date of purchase, Sears will, operation of the sewing machine, !$ AVAILABLE IN THE UNITED BY RETURNING MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS free of charge, replace any parts except for normal maintenance. THE SEWtNG MACHINE and provide TO THE NEAREST mechanical SEARS service SERVICE I) -= STATES. # _1 This warranty gives you specific legal rights, SEARS, p and you ROEBUCK AND may also have other CO., O/817 rights which WA, Hoffman vary from state to state• Estates, IL 60179