Download Sears 385. 19601 Owner`s manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL
385. 17526
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
Dear Customer:
You have just invested in a very fine zigzag sewing machine.
Before using your new Kenmore machine,
please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructions
and care for your machine.
on how to operate
Specific instructions are given on threading, tension adjustments, cleaning, oiling, etc. This will help you
obtain the best sewing results and avoid unnecessary service expense for conditions beyond our control.
Advice on the operation and care of your machine is always available at your nearest Sears Retail Store.
Please remember, if you have questions about your machine or need parts and service, always mention
the model number and serial number when you inquire.
Kenmore Sewing, Machine
Record in space provided below the model number and serial
number of this appliance. The model number and serial number
are located on the nomenclature plate, as identified on Page 4 of
this booklet.
Model No. 385.
Serial No,
Retain these numbers for future reterence.
THIS MODEL 1S A CENTER
NEEDLE, LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE.
iMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Never operate the appliance
with any air opening blocked. Keep
ventilation openings of the sewing machine and toot controller free from
accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
4o
,
Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD
Read all instruction before using this sewing machine.
DANGER- o
2.
use.
reduce the risk ot electric shock:
7.
Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products
oxygen is being administered.
are being used or where
8.
To disconnect, turn all controls to the off I"0")
trom outlet.
position, then remove plug
9.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10.
Keep fingers away trom all moving pads. Special care is required around
the sewing machine needle.
Always unplug before refamping.
Watts.
11.
Always use the proper needle plate.
needle to break.
t2.
Do not use bent needles.
13.
Do not pull or push labric while stitching.
It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14_
Switch the sewing machine off ("0") when making any adjustment in the
needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading
bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.
15.
Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other adjustments
mentioned in the instruction manual.
Replace bulb with same type rated 15
Do not reach for the appliance
immediately.
4.
Do not place or store appliance where it can tall or be pulled into a tub or
sink. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
WA RNING- Toreduce
that
has tallen
into
water.
Unplug
the risk ot burns, fire, electric shock,
or injury to persons.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this
appliance is used by or near children.
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.
.
Do not use outdoors.
An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always
unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and
betore cleaning.
3.
2,
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6.
Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into
water. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service
center torexamination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
The wrong plate can cause the
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
TABLE
SECTION
1. KNOW THE MACHINE
A Portable Case or Cabinet is Avaiatble ..................................
3
Locate and Identify the Parts ..............................................
3 - 4
identify the Accessories ............................................................
5
SECTION
2.
PREPARE THE MACHINE
OF CONTENTS
FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine ..........................................................
6 - 10
Plug
the Machine
and Switch on the Power .................... 6
Foot in
Control
Use ..................................................................
6
,= Set the Pressure Dial ...........................................................
7
o Adiust the Presser Foot Lever ..............................................
8
e Thread Cutter .......................................................................
8
o Accessories Storage Box .....................................................
9
o Free Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension
Table .............................................................................
9 - 10
Know What the Presser Feet Will Do .............................
! I - 14
o Check the Presser Foot .....................................................
1t
o Change the Presser Foot .....................................................
7
= Presser Foot Types ....................................................
12 ~ 14
Choose the Needle and Thread ......................................
14 - 15
• Check the Needle ...............................................................
14
• Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart ............... 15
o To Change the Needle .......................................................
15
Prepare the Bobbin .........................................................
t 6 ~ 18
o To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine ................ 16
o Horizontal Spool Pin ...........................................................
16
o Additional Spool Pin ...........................................................
16
o Bobbin Wind .......................................................................
I7
o Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder ........................... I8
Prepare the Top Thread ..................................................
19 ~ 22
• Thread the Needle ..............................................................
19
e Pick Up the Bobbin Thread ................................................
20
Adjust the Top Thread Tension ......................................
21 ~ 22
Stitch Selector .........................................................................
23
Stitch Width Control ................................................................
24
Stitch Length Control ..............................................................
24
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance ............................................
24
Reverse Stitch Control ............................................................
25
Starting To Sew .......................................................................
25
SECTION
3.
Dropping the feed Dogs .....................................................
35
=0 Darning ...............................................................................
35
Zigzag Stitches ................................................................
36 - 48
e Basic Zigzag .......................................................................
36
• Monogramming ...................................................................
36
• Satin Stitch ..........................................................................
37
Applique ..............................................................................
38
Bar Tacking .........................................................................
38
= Embroidery .........................................................................
39
• Sew a Button ......................................................................
40
o Overcasting Stitch ..............................................................
41
o Blind Hemming ...................................................................
42
o Lace Work ..........................................................................
43
e Three-Step Zigzag ..............................................................
44
o Shell Stitching .....................................................................
45
o Box Stitching .......................................................................
45
o Fagoting Stitcih ...................................................................
46
,_ Two-Point Shell Stitching ...................................................
46
= Two-Point Box Stitch ..........................................................
47
= Overedging Stitch ...............................................................
47
o Decorate with Geometric Patterns .....................................
48
Stretch Stitches ...............................................................
49 ~ 53
,=, Straight Stretch ...................................................................
49
• Rick-Ruck Stretch ...............................................................
49
o Overcast Stretch Stitching ..................................................
50
o Smocking ............................................................................
50
,= Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching ..................................
5t
o Elastic Stretch Stitch ..........................................................
51
o Stretch Patching .................................................................
52
• Herring Bone Stitch ...........................................................
52
• Decorative Stretch Patterns ..............................................
53
Buttonholes Making ........................................................
54 - 60
o Learning to Sew Buttonholes .............................................
54
= Built-in System ............................................................
55 - 56
• Using Buttonhole Attachment .....................................
57 ~ 60
Twin Needle Stitching .............................................................
64
LEARN THE STITCHES
Practical Stitch Chart ......................................................
26 - 23
Straight Stitches ..............................................................
3t - 35
e Straight Stitch .....................................................................
31
o Use the Seam Guides ........................................................
31
o Turn a Square Corner ........................................................
31
• Topstitching ........................................................................
32
® Sew in a Zipper ...........................................................
33 ~ 34
SECTION 4.
PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART
What to Do When ............................................................
SECTION
5.
62 - 63
CARE FOR THE MACHINE
Replacing
Clean the
Clean the
Oiling the
the Light Bulb .........................................................
Bobbin Holder .........................................................
Hook Race and Feed Dogs ....................................
Machine ..................................................................
PARTS LIST ..........................................................................................
64
64
65
65
66 - 67
SECTION
A Portable
A full
Case or Cabinet is Available
fine ot sewing
nearest
Sears
retail
cabinets
store
is available
or through
1.
KNOW
THE MACHINE
Locate and Identify the Parts
at your
our
Thread Spool Pin
general
catalog.
Another
your
option
Kenmore
.....
goes
buy a Carrying
anywhere,
Case .....
can
be
Bobbin Winding
then
Sptndle
stored
anywhere.
Upper Thread Guide
Take-up
Lever
Top Thread Tension
Control
Stitch Width control
;over Plate
Stitch Length Control
Thread Cutter
Guide Messa_
Needle Plate
Hook Cover Plate
Extension Table
{Accessory storage box)
Hook Cover Plate Release
Sutton
SECTION
1.
KNOW
Locate and Identify
THE MACHINE
the Parts (Continued)
Thread Guide
Carrying
Arm Cover Plate
Handle
Presser Foot
Thumb Screw
Presser
Hand Wheel
Push-Pull
Clutch
Stitch Selector
Foot
\
Snap-on
Presser Foot Lever
Free Arm
Stretch Stitch Adiuster
Drop Feed Lever
Light and
Power Switch
Plug Connector
Needle
Nomenclature
Plate
Foot Control
Button
SECTION
identify
1.
KNOW
THE MACHINE
the Accessories
Buttonhole
opener
Needle set
Lint brush
\
Small spoof holder
Large screw driver
Small screw driver
Y
Additional
spool pin
Spool pm tell
Larde spool holder
Straight
stitch toot
Zipper ioot
Satin stitch loot
Sliding
buttonhole
loot
Buttonhole Attachment
Buttonhole
Buttonhole
p_ate
toot
guid_
._//
Base plate __
Buttonhole
templates
-%
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MAHCINE
FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine
• Foot Control Use
o Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power
Power suppiy pIug
E-- -...... ,-
<
]
Power sw_tch
/
Foot control
Sewing
light
........................
Plug connecter
\
Machine
power switch
j
4. Push the power switch to turn on the power
and sewing light.
plug
J
1.
Before inserting the plug into your
machine, be sure the power switch is OFF_
Check your outlet to be sure it is a 110 to t 20 Volt
AC outlet.
2.
Insert the machine plug into the three-prong
outlet, as shown. It will only fit one way.
3.
Insert the power supply plug into the outlet.
Your machine
wilt not
operate
unless the
power switch is turned on. If you are interrupted
or stop sewing, turn off the power switch to
prevent injury to children.
you sew.
To increase speed, gently press down with
the ball of your toot.
SAFETY FEATURE:
NOTE:
The foot control regulates the speed at which
To decrease
sure slightly.
NOTE:
speed, release your loot pres-
The foot control is sensitive and wilt
increase or decrease your sewing
speed immediately.
Practice on a scrap of fabric to
regulate your sewing speed to your
taste and needs.
SECTION
• Set the Pressure
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Dia!
f
The pressure control dial is located inside the race cover plate.
Set the dial aligning the setting mark on the dial with the groove as follows.
3 ......
2 .......
1 .......
0 ......
NOTE:
most sewing
applique and Cut-Out work
basting, sewing chiffon, tase0 organdy and other lightweight
Also tor velours and knits (with more stretch).
manual darning and embroidery
fabrics.
The pressure dial should be rest at 3 after changing pressure, so the
machine is ready tot most normal sewing the next time you use it.
7
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
Set Up the Machine
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
(Continued)
• Adjust the Presser Foot Lever
o Thread Cutter
cull_
__
_._
You don't need a pair o| scissors
to cut the
thread after you finish sewing. Just use the
handy thread cutter.
The Presser
Foot Lever raises and lowers your
presser loot.
You can raise it about I/4- higher than the normal
up position for easy removal of the presser foot or
to help you place heavy fabrics under the presser
loot.
8
SECTION
Accessory
Storage Box
o Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Extension Table
Your sewing machine can do tree arm sewing.
To Remove:
This feature makes sewing easy for:
f
f
\
\
To Remove the Extension Table
(for tree-arm sewing)
The lid ot the accessory
open toward you.
t.
Grip the table with your index finger and thumb,
shown.
2.
PuiI gently toward you.
The extension table will snap out.
storage box lifts
Sewing accessories are conveniently Iocated
in the box.
as
* Bar tacking to reiniorce pockets, plackets
and waistlines on ready-made or home-made garments to avoid tabric bunching
around the needle.
To Attach:
/
Extension_,able
l_Accessory
To Attach the Extension
_for ftat-bed
storage
box)
Table
sewing)
1.
Fit the tab into the slot, as shown.
2.
With your thumb
and index finger, gently snap in.
9
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
Set Up the Machine
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
(Continued)
f
J
'* Stitching sleeves, waistbands,
or any circular garment area.
t0
pants legs,
_- Darning socks or mending knees, elbows,
or areas ol wear in children's clothes.
'_'Sewing buttons
etc.
on sleeves,
waistbands,
SECTION
KnowWhatthe
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Presser Feet Will Do
= Check The Presser Foot
• Change the Presser Foot
The Presser leer are an important feature this machine.
what each does in order to use them effectively.
You need to know
Your presser foot is held in place by a Foot Holder. Each presser
snaps on the toot is holder, which is seldom removed.
foot merely
Use the correct presser loot tor the stitch you wish to sew. Consult the Stitch
Pattern Chat and the detailed direction tor sewing with the various presser
toot.
If you need to remove or attach the toot holder, here is what you do:
To Remove:
To Attach:
,1-
To Snap Off:
f
Presser
I:
Snap-on
button
Foot
! y,,
J
To Remove:
Turn the screw toward the back of
the machine.
driver.
Use the large
screw
J
To Attach:
To Snap Off the Presser Foot::
1. Match the hole in the toot holder
with the thread hole in the
t.
Raise the needle bar to its highest
toward you.
presser bar.
2.
Raise the presser loot.
Fitthe toot holder screw into the
hole.
3.
Press the snap-on button on the back of the toot holder. The presser
will drop off.
2.
3. Tighten the screw
toward you.
by turning
position
by turning the hand wheei
toot
it
11
SECTION
2.
Know
the Presser
What
PREPARE
g Change the Presser
THE MACHINE
Feet Will
FOR SEWING
Do (Continued)
Foot (Continued)
• Presser
Foot Types
Straight Foot
Zigzag Foot
f
H: Straight toot
A: Zigzag toot
To Snap On
,-
.._
Use this foot
lor
both straight
and zigzag
Uses:
_
.....
J
To Snap On the Presser Foot:
1.
2.
Place the presser loot so the
horizontal pin on the loot lies just
under the groove of the toot holder.
Lower the presser toot holder to
lock the presser foot in place.
NOTE:
If you do not hear the presser
toot snap in place, press
down on the presser toot
holder firmly
the snap.
t2
until
you
hear
exclusively
for straight
stitching
using center needle position only.
stitching.
Groove _n_
Use this
Zigzag stitching (see page 3_,
Bar tacking (see page 3_,
Button sewing (see page 4_,
Overcasting stitch (see page 4_,
Blind hemming (see page 4_2.),
Lace work (se page 4_,
Three-step zigzag (see page 4__,
Box stitching {see page 4__,
Two-point shell stitching
(see page 4_.6_),
Fagoting (see page 46),
Two-point box stitch (see page 4_Z),
Overedging stitch (see page 4_Z),
Rick-rack stretch (see page __),
Overcast stretch (see page 50_,
Smoking (see page 5_.03,
Elastic stretch (see page 5_.!_),
Stretch patching (see page 5_,
Herring bone stretch (see page 53t,
Decorative stretch patterns
(see page _._.),
Twin needle stretching (see page 61_.
Uses:
Straight stitching (see page 3_!),
Topstitching (see page 3_,
Straight stretch (see page 4__.
SECTION
= Presser
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Foot Types (Continued)
Sliding Buttonhole
Foot
Satin Stitch Foot
Zigzag Foot
f--
f
Sliding buttonhole
toot
E; Zigzag toot
(_
.......
J
Use this for buttonholes of built-in system. It
is marked to measure
your buttonholes
accurately.
This toot can be set sew on each side ot your
zipper. The edges of the toot guide the zipper
and keep the straight.
Uses:
Uses:
Buttonhole making (see page 54_)
Zipper application
(see page 331
F: Satin stitch toot
Use this transparent
outlining applique.
Uses:
toot for satin stitch and
Darning (see page 35.),
Monogramming (see page _,
Satin stitch (see page 3_Z),
Applique (see page 3__,
Shell stitching (see page 4__53,
Geometnc decorative stitching
(see page 4_.8),
Twin needle stitching (see page 61).
13
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Choose the Needle and Thread
= Presser Foot Types (Continued)
Buttonhole
Foot
f-
Buttonhole
toot
,,,,,....
.--
Your choice of needle and thread depends on the labric your sewing.
Use this loot when making buttonholes
buttonhole attachment system.
Uses:
Buttonhole
with
making (see page 57)
In the needle case, you wilt find the tollowing color-coded
needles:
Blue (11) ..............
Orange (11) ............
Red (t4) ..............
tot stretch tabric
tot lightweight fabric
for medium or medium-heavy
Purple(16)
lor medium-heavy
weight and decorative
topstitching on the these labrics
(This needle has a larger thread hole tor
............
Green (18) .............
thicker topstitching thread.)
for heavy weight tabrics
topstitching on these fabric
weight
and
fabrics
decorative
• Check the Needle
1. Look tor a barbed or blunt point.
2. A damaged needle can cause permanent
and silk-like labrics.
Always buy a good quality thread.
smooth and consistent in thickness.
t4
It should
snags or runs in knits, fine silks
resist tangling and be strong,
SECTION
o Fabric, Needle, Thread
FABRIC
Lightwe{ght:
Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon,
Silks, Fine Lace, Organza,
Crepe, Taffeta, Voile,
Organdy
Mediurnweight,
Cotton, Cotton Blend,
Percale, Gingham,
Shantung, Pique,
Seersucker Satin, Knit,
Suitings, Linen,
Wool Crepe, Leather
Medium Heavyweight:
Corduroy, Denim, Wool,
Sailcloth, Woof Flannel,
Gabardine, Velvet,
Leather
Heavyweight:
Coating, Upholstery.
Cotton Duck, Heavy
Twills, Canvas
Decorative top-stitching
on all types of fabric
and Stitch Length
NEEDLE
SIZE AND
COLOR
11-ORANGE
Chart
14-RED
16-PURPLE
!6-PURPLE
!8-GREEN
16-PU RPLE
18-GREEN
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
o To Changethe
f
THREAD
SIZE
Pofyester CoretCotton
Wrap
Fine Mercerized Cotton
Silk A
50 Mercenzed
14-RED
2.
Polyester
Wrap
Silk A
Cotton
CorelCotton
50 Mercerized Cotton
Mercenzed Heavy-duty
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Silk A
Heavy-duty Mercerized
Cotton
PoLyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Silk A
Buttonhole Twist
(Use as top thread only)
1t-BLUE
(STRETCH
FABRIC
NEEDLE)
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
50 Mercenzed Cotton
Needle
RECOMMENDED
STITCH LENGTH
SETTING
2
(12 stitches per
inch)
f
2-2.5
(t0-12 stitches
per _nch)
Needle clamp screw
Flal
stde
away
ttom
You
2-3
(8-10 stitches
per inch)
.o
NOTE:
Raise
3
(8 stitches
Inch)
the needle
by turning
bar to its highest
the hand
wheel
toward
position
you.
per
I.
Loosen
the
toward
3-4
(6-8 stitches
per inch)
2-2.5
(10q2 stitches
per inch)
2.
Remove
3.
Insert
the needle
the new
4,
Push
5.
Tighten
large
box.
needle
clamp
screw
by
turning
it
you.
the flat side
Stretch Fabnc:
Polyester Double Knit,
Nylon Tricot, Jersey,
Stretch Terry, Spandex,
Cire Tricot
FOR SEWING
needle
away
the needle
it downward.
into the needle
clamp
with
trom you.
up as tar as it will go.
the needle
screwdriver
by pulling
clamp
from
screw
your
firmly
accessory
with
the
storage
15
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Prepare the Bobbin
• To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine
o Horizontal
Spool Pin
e
Additional Spool Pin
Ordinary Spool
.-.,,
Small Spool
(_ Remove
the
cover
plate
by (_ Take out the bobbin,
sliding the hook cover plate
release button the right.
Tilt up spool pin. Place the spool of thread
on spool pin with the thread coming off the
spool as shown.
Attach
the large spool holder
pressing
it
firmly against the thread spool.
o The small spool holder is used with
narrow or small thread spools.
16
The additional spool pin is used to wind extra
bobbins without unthreadhg the machine.
To use, insert the additional spool pin in the
hole. Place the and the spioot on the pin.
SECTION
Bobbin
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Wind
f
Horizontal Spool Pin
Additional Spool Pin
(_ Pull the clutch knob away trom the machine to disengage
clutch.
(_ Draw the thread from the spool,
(_ Guide the thread around the bobbin winder thread guide.
(_ Insert the thread through the hole in the bobbin, threading
lrom the inside to the outside.
(_) Put the bobbin on the bobbin winding spindle, and push it to the right.
(_ With the free end ol the thread held in your hand, depress the loot control.
(_ Stop the mach=ne when it has made a few turns, and cut the thread close to the bobbin.
®
Depress the toot control again. When the bobbin Js tully wound, it wilt stop automatically.
Return the bobbin winder to its original position by moving the spindle to the left, and cut the thread as
shown.
(_ Push in the clutch knob to engage clutch.
_" The machine witl not sew until the clutch knob is pushed in.
f
NOTE:
The bobbin winder stopper can be adjusted for
the amount of thread needed on the bobbin
(example t/2 tuli or tult etc.). To make the
adiustment use your large screw driver and
loosen the screw one turn or less, This will
®@
(_)0
,,,,A
a!low you to adjust t he position of bobbin
winder stopper.
Do not take screw all the
wayout.
17
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
Prepare
the Bobbin
e Insert
the Bobbin
I.
18
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
(Continued)
into the Bobbin
Put the bobbin into the bobbin
holder so that the thread reeds
counter-clockwise
(left).
Holder
2. Pult about 4 inches of thread
toward you through the tension
slot @.
3. Then pull the thread clockwise
toward the back of the machine
through the slot 1_).
4. PuJEout about t5 cm (6"') ot thread
and attach the hook cover plate.
SECTION
Preparethe
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Top Thread
o Thread the Needle
Raise take-up lever to its highest position by turning hand wheel toward you,
Raise presser toot lever,
Place the spool on the spool pin as shown, with thread coming lrom the back of the spool.
tl.
Draw thread into thread guide using both hands.
2.
While holding thread near spool, draw thread down into the tension area and then around the
check spring holder.
The numbered steps above follow the numbers
on the illustrations.
3.
Firmly draw thread up and through take-up lever from right to left.
4.
Draw thread down and slip it through the thread guide.
Dotted lines show places where the thread
loops and then is pulled tight.
5. Thread then is slipped into needle bar thread guide.
6. Thread needle from front to back.
NOTE:
Cut the end of the thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading.
19
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Prepare the Top Thread (continued)
• Pick Up the Bobbin Thread
!
k..
1. Raise presser toot fever, Hold
needle thread loosely in left hand
and rotate hand wheel toward you
one complete turn.
2O
...........
2. Bring bobbin thread
top thread,
",-._
up by pulling
J
3. Pull both threads under and to the
back of the presser toot, leaving 4
to 6 inches of thread clear.
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
o Adjust the Top Thread Tension
Choose the Correct Tension:
The best tension will depend on;
Top side o! labnc
the stiffness and thickness
Selling mark
el the fabric
the number o! fabric layers
the type el stitch
Loosen_
Tighfen
_
_
The top thread is 1oo loose.
The top lhread
is 1oo tight.
Top side
of fabr,c
__
For Straight Stitch
The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers ot
tabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail.
The top thread
appears on the
underside el the
tabnc.
If you look at the stitch, trent and back, you will notice that there are no gaps,
that each stitch is smooth and even.
When adjusting top thread tension, the higher the number,
thread.
The bobbin thread
appears on the
upper surtace o! the
labric.
the tighter the top
J
Tension
is too loose:
The top thread
shows
through the
bottom el the tabric. The bottom side
of the stitch will reel bumpy.
Tension is too tight:
The bobbin thread will come through
the top of the fabric. The top side el
the stitch will feel bumpy.
21
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
For Zigzag Stitch
in the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads wilt not show on the top side ol
fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See below lor
the correct appearance. To match this appearance, a_ust the top tension.
Top tension
Top tension
Too Loose
Toc Tight
Just Right
I
%.,
, ,.-
_
Top side of Fabric
Top s_de of Fabric
Top s_de of Fabric
f
_
k_
j
f
-,,
j
Bottom side of Fabric
Bottom side of Fabric
Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight:
-- Comer
ot
each
ztgzag
will
pull
together on the top
side of fabrics
Too Loose:
Just Right:
m The top thread will
loop through bottom
side ot labric and
will be pulled almost
together,
Minimize the amount ot
top thread
visible on
the bottom
side
ot
|abnc without causing
excesslve puckering or
causing
the
bobbin
thread to show on the
top side. Results vary
with |abric, thread and
sewing conditions.
22
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Stitch Selector
Stitch
Se[eclor
.........................
J
The stitch selector controt determines the stitch you select.
Simply turn this control untii the desired stitch is indicated by the red
indicator on the stitch indicator panef. The bottom row ot stitches is
selected when the stitch iength control is set at the stretch stitch position.
NOTE:
To avoid needle or tabric damage, be sure your needle is up and
out ot fabric when selecting a stitch,
Stitch patterns are color-coded
length controL.
to recommend
setting zones at the stitch
ZONE
o Red ...............
• Green ...............
Straight, zigzag and utility stitches
Geometric decorative stitches
• Blue ................
o Yeilow ...............
Built-in buttonhole making
Stretch stitches
23
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
Stitch Width Control
FOR SEWING
Stitch Length Control
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance
z
0
4-
S_,relch _ ;fitch
For stretch stitch sewing, the stretch stitch
The stitch width control regulates the width
ot the stitch you select.
The higher the number,
the wider the stitch.
The ""_ "' is the maximum
needle stitches.
width tot twin
The stitch Iength control regulates
the
length of stich, and also has a stretch stitch
setting.
The higher
stitch.
the number,
4-
y
the longer the
area for button
To select the Stretch Stitch, set this control
at Stretch Stitch.
Smoking
NOTE:
stretch
When
you
select
decorative
stitches
(green)
or
built-in
buttonhole (blue), make sure that
of stitch length and color-coded
to
the stitches pictured on the stitch
indicator panel.
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should usually be in a neutral
_ or between "'+'" and °'-"
If the design appears illustrations, turn
the control toward "°+" until stitching is
you do not set the stitch length
control at "Stretch Stitch".
Study the red, green, yellow and
blue sections around this control.
These are recommended zones
adjuster
position
may need to adjust this control to
balance the stitches for appearance
sake.
position. When sewing some _abrics, you
If the design seems open like the
illustration to the left, adjust the control
slightly toward "'-'" until it looks like the
4""
0 means no teed.
The blue zone is adjustable
hole stitches.
__
i
Rickrack
s_,retch
as
you design.
desire.
center
SECTION
Reverse
Stitch
Control
f
Rev_rs_
Starting
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
To Sew
Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided for the machine,
you are ready to start to sew with your new Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to tolfow each
time you sit down to sew:
t.
Inspect the needle. It should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point. It should be the correct size for
the fabric and thread being used. Do not be afraid to change your needle frequently. Many of the new fabrics
made of synthetic blends tend to dull needles more easily than fabrics made of natural fibers.
2.
Before placing the material on the machine, see that the ends of the threads have been drawn about 4 inches
to the rear of the machine. Hold on to threads during the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam.
3. Test the machine stitch on a scrap ot the fabric you plan to use. The fabric should be double thickness.
Adjust the machine for the length of stitch and tension suitable to the fabric.
To reverse stitch, hold down this control
4.
during sewing.
Release to sew forward again.
Fabric should be placed under the presser toot with the bulk of the material to the left of the needle and the
right edge of the material placed on the 518"" seam marking on the needle plate when making a simple seam.
5.
Run the machine at a s_ow even speed. The more pressure you put on the foot control, the faster the machine
will sew.
6.
Fasten each seam by back tacking, sewing a few stitches in reverse.
7. Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point.
8. Guide the tabrJc gently with your hand in front of the needle. Never pull or hold the fabric in such a way that the
normal feeding is altered.
9. When turning the hand wheel manually, always turn it toward you.
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SECTION
3.
Practical
Stitch
Stitch
LEARN THE STITCHES
Chart
Stitch
Foot and Other Attach.
Selection
Straight
STRAIGHT
!
J
l
|
|
|
!
1
I
I
I
I
STRAIGHT
STRETCH
RICK-RACK
STRETCH
Zigzag
or
%%
Satin
Zigzag
Zigzag
%
BLIND HEM
STITCH
26
Thread
Tension
Stitch
Length
Stitch
width
j ...........
Reter to page
Uses
quilting
3t - 35
Check
Chart
onp. 15
2N6
Red
Zone
Regular seams, z_ppers, topstitching,
darning, etc.
Check
Chart
on p. !__
2-6
Yetlow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
Use on knits and other stretch {abncs, good
for topstitching.
49
Check
Chart
on p. 1__
3-8
Red
Zone
1-5
Finish edges, buttons, satin stitch, applique,
monogram, embroidery, sewing bar tacks.
36 - 48
Check
Chart
on p. 15
2-6
YeiLow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
2-5
Decorate garments with one row or several.
49
Check
Chart
on p. 15
2-6
Red
Zone
2-3
Use tot finishing seams and hemmlng.
42
Zipper toot
Straight
III
Ul
III
III
ZIGZAG
Zigzag
Needle
Zigzag
SECTION
Stitch
Stitch
Selection
OVERCAST
STRETCH
Foot and Other
Needle
Zigzag
Thread
Stitch
Stitch
=Tension
Length
width
Yellow
3- 5
LEARN THE STITCHES
Uses
Refer to page
Check
Chad
on p° 1_
2 - 6
Zigzag
Check
Chart
on p. 15
2-6
0.5-
t
5
Zigzag
Check
Chart
on p. 15
2-6
Yettow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
3-5
Use in smocking
Satin
Check
Chart
on p. 15
4-9
Red
Zone
3-5
Finish hems, sleeve and neck openings.
Use on nylon tricot and other lingerie to
overcast and seam.
Do shell tucking on blouses and lingerie.
45
Zigzag
Blue (1 t)
on p. 15
3-6
Yellow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
3-5
Finish hems, sleeve and neck openings.
Use on nylon tricot and other lingene to
overcast and seam.
Do shell tucking on blouses and lingerie.
51
%
THREE-STEP
ZIGZAG
Attach.
3.
Stretch
Stitch
Position
Use tor swimwear, ski pants and other
garments that require stretch.
50
Use tot fintshing seams.
Use tot mending.
44
<,
,€
SMOCKING
STRETCH
%
SHELL
STITCH
SERGING
tk
I"
%
or as a decorative
stitch.
5O
27
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Practical Stitch Chart (Continued)
Stitch
Stitch
Selection
BOX
STITCHING
Foot and Other
Zigzag
%
ELASTIC
STRETCH
Zigzag
%
J>
>
FAGOTING
Zigzag
%
STRETCH
PATCHING
<>
TWO-POINT SHELL
STITCHING
L
28
Zigzag
>
%
Zigzag
Attach.
Needle
Check
Chart
on p. t5
Thread
Tension
3-8
Check
Chart
onp. 15
Stitch
Length
Stitch
width
Red
Zone
3-5
Use for overlapping
Yellow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
3-5
Use tor applying elastic.
5t
Uses
seams.
Refer to page
45
Check
Chart
onp. 15
3-8
0.5 - 2
5
Join two _otded edges tot decorative
open-work appearance.
46
Check
Chart
onp. I_
2-6
Yellow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
5
Use tot patchwork
52
Check
Chart
on p. 15
3-8
Red
Zone
3-5
quilting and patching.
Do shell tucking on blouses and lingene,
This stitch also be used as a single.
Overtock stitch.
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SECTION
Stitch
Stitch
Selection
HERRING BONE
STRETCH
Zigzag
%
x,
x,
X
TWO*POINT
BOX STITCH
.J
Foot and Other Attach.
Zigzag
t_
%
Needle
Check
Thread
Tension
2-6
Cha_
on p. 15
Check
Cha_
on p, 15
Stitch
Length
Stitch
width
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Uses
Refer to page
Yellow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
3-5
Use as hemming stitch for blankets, tablecloth
and d_penes,
52
Red
Zone
3-5
Use tot ovedappJng seams.
47
rOVEREDGE
STITCH
DECORATIVE
GEOMETRICS
Zigzag
Check
Cha_
on p. 15
3-8
Red
Zone
3-5
Use |or overedging.
47
Satin
Check
Cha_
on p. 15
3-8
Green
Zone
3-5
Decorate garments with one row or several,
one stitch or a combination.
48
Check
Chad
onp._
2-6
Yellow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
3-5
Use in smocking
53
%
STRETCH
STITCH
DECORATIVE
Zigzag
or as a decorative
stitch.
29
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Practical Stitch Chart (Continued)
Stitch
'Selection
Stitch
BUTTONHOLE
Foot and Other
Attach.
Sliding
buttonhole
attachment
Buttonhole
Needle
Thread
Tension
Stitch
Length
Check
Chart
onp. 1_
2-6
Blue
Zone
Check
Chart
onp. t5
2-6
4
Stitch
width
Blue
Zone
2
Refer to page
Uses
Buttonhole:
a_so corded buttonhole.
Round end buttonhole
buttonholes.
and keyhole
55 - 56
57 - 60
0
Twin Needle
(option)
TWiN NEEDLE
STITCHES
Yellow
Stretch
Stitch
Position
Satin
SATIN STITCH
Satin
Use lor applique work, also as a decorative
finish lor placemats, blankets, collars, cuffs
and pockets.
38
Green
Zone
Check
Chart
onp.
30
6t
ir
or
%
Use lor sewing parallel rows straight or
decorative stitches adding an exquisite touch
to table linen and clothing.
3-8
15
0.5-
t
2-5
SECTION
Straight
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Stitches
o Straight Stitch
• Use the Seam Guides
f
,,..-
Set the Machine
!
Stitch w_dth
control 0
Comenng
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Slitch tength
controt red
J
Zone
2
Betore sewing with the straight stitch
loot, always set the stitch width control
to 0 to avoid breaking the needle,
7_
At the beginning and end of the
seam, you may want to reverse to
lock the stitch.
1. Raise the presser toot.
8_
Raise the presser toot and remove
the fabric.
2.
A: Zigzag
foot
Stretch Stitch
H: Slralgh!
Best
sewing
results
are
obtained
with the straight
stitch loot, but the zigzag toot
witf also provide acceptable
results.
needle
to its highest
3.
Place the edge of the fabric next to
a stitching guide line on the needle
plate (5t8"" is most common).
4.
Draw the threads towards the back
loot
J
NOTE
Raise the
position.
guide
The seam guides on the needle plate
are engraved to help you measure
seam width. The lines are 1t8"" apart,
with the 5/8"" and 7/8 °" lines marked.
• Turn a Square Corner
9. Cut the threads,
guide
and lower the presser toot.
5. Press the foot control.
6. Hold the fabric loosely, and gently
guide it along the guide line, so that
it leeds naturally.
Do not force the fabric or try to puit
To turn a square corner 5/8fabric edge:
from the
1. Stop stitching and lower the needle
by turning hand wheel toward you
when the labric edge facing you
lines up with the cornering guide,
as shown.
2. Raise the presser toot and turn the
fabric to line the edge with the 5f8""
seam guide.
3. Lower the presser foot and begin
stitching in the new direction.
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SECTION
Straight
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Stitches
(Continued)
• Topstitching
Set the Machine
Stitch w_dth
_
contro__
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control red
ZORO
Here's How
1. Lower the presser loot.
2, Keep the edge of the tabric next to
the right edge of the presser toot.
3. Guide the fabric eventy along
A: Zigzag loot
H:
Straight
Stretch
Stitch
toot
The Stitch and Its Uses
Topstitching emphasizes
the lines of
your garmenL and keeps seams and
edges flat and crisp.
Accent suits or blouses with one or two
rows ol topstitching around the outer
edges of cuffs, lapels or collars,
this
edge to produce an even row o!
topstitching 5/8 "° from the edge,
SECTION
o Sew in a Zipper
Fabric Preparation:
LEARN THE STITCHES
Set the Machine
Put the top sides o! the fabric together
and sew to the end ot the zipper
opening. Use the reverse to [ock the
stitches.
ipper teeth
Slitch w_dth
control 0
Zipper tape
Sew the zipper opening with stitch
length at -4 "" and top thread tension at
"3
3.
8ottom s_de
of fabric
"*,
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control 2
End of opemng
Sew •
_
1. Reset stitch length at 2 and top
thread tension at 2 to 6.
Fold back the left seam allowance
as shown.
Top side
of fabric
4.
Attach the presser bar to the right
pins on the zipper toot,
5.
Lower the zipper toot on the top side
at the bottom ot the zipper so that
the needle pierces the told and the
zipper tape.
Stretch stitch
2. Turn under the right seam allowance
to torm a If8"" told.
Top edge of fabric
E:
J
Zipper
loot
6.
3. Place the zipper teeth next to the
1t8 °" told and pin in place,
7.
To attach the zipper foot:
Sew through the fold and the zipper
tape to the point where the slider
begins,
Lower the needle to hold the tabric
and raise the presser foot.
o To sew on the ieft side ol the zipper,
attach the presser bar to the right pins
on the zipper foot.
"_"_
_""
The pm on the
right hand side
[he pin On the
felt hand s_de
o To sew on the right side of the zipper,
attach the presser bar to the left pins
on the zipper foot.
33
SECTION
Straight
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Stitches
(Continued)
f
Top s_de
o! Iabnc
of fabric
Top s_de
of labr_c
k.
8.
Open the zipper.
9.
Lower the presser
rest of the seam.
lO. Close the zipper and turn the fabric
foot and stitch the
top side up,
11. Remove the zipper foot and attach
the presser bar to the left pins on
the zipper !oot.
12, Stitch across and below the bottom
of the zipper.
13. Turn
the corner
15. Lower
the needle
to
the zipper
Stitch through the fabric and zipper
tape.
into the fabric
and raise the presser foot,
I6, Remove the basting
and continue
guide the foot along
teeth, as shown.
34
14. Stop about 2"" from the top of the
zipper.
stitches
and
open the zipper.
17. Lower the toot and stitch the rest ot
the seam. Make sure the |old is
even.
SECTION
o Dropping the Feed Dogs
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
= Darning
f
Set the Machine
Stitch widlh
control 0
t|0_
Top thread
tension
control
2to6
I
t.
2.
3.
..........
The drop teed lever is located underneath
side of the machine.
C) To raise the teed dogs, push the
lever in the direction ol the
arrow as illustrated.
Then turn the handwheel.
* Feed dogs must always
for normal sewing.
be up
Stitch length
control any number
(not necessary to
adjust}
J
the free arm bed on the back
(_ For
dropping
the teed dogs,
push the lever in the direction
of the arrow as illustrated.
Drop the teed dogs.
Stretch the fabric with the hole in the center
between embroidery
hoops, as show.
Lower
bar and sew at a slow
the presser
speed.
F:
Satin stitch
toot
Pressure
dial; 0
Stretch Stitch
4.
Move the fabric back and forth slowly until you
have covered the darning area.
5.
Turn the fabric 1/4 turn and sew another layer
of stitching over the first layer.
---7
Drop leed fever
NOTE:
If your fabric is thin or badty damaged,
use a separate piece of fabric under the
hote to reinforce it.
6. When you finish darning,
dial to 3.
return the pressure
35
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches
• Basic Zigzag
f
Set the Machine
o Monogramming
f
Set the Machine
Stitch w_dth
control 1 lo 5
TOp thread lens_on
control 3 to 8
Sti_.ch wtdth
conl_oI 5
Top thread tension
conlroI 2 to 6
Stitch Iength
control red
zone
Stitch length
control 0.5 to i
2
Here's How
Here's How
I.
There are many ways to sew a zigzag
stitch.
Consult
the specific
detailed directions.
Stretch Stitch
A:
Zigzag
toot
The Stitch and Its Uses
The zigzag stitch is one ot 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
decorative
36
and cut-out
stitch.
work
or as a
variations
Monogramming page 3_.6.
Satin Stitch page 37
Apptique Work page 38
Bar Tacking page 38
Embroidery page 3.3_9_
Button Sewing page 4(3
Overcasting page 451
Set the seam as satin stitch.
2. Back the fabric
interfacing.
for
3.
Stretch Stilch
F: Satin stitch
!ool
.....
J
with
paper
or
Draw the letters on the fabric with
taitor's chalk.
4. Satin stitch, adjusting the stitch
width as necessary to lrom each
pattern.
5.
If using paper, careluIty remove
when you have finished sewing.
it
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
o Satin Stitch
Zigzag width:
Set the Machine
Closeto 0
Slitch widlh
1
>
>
Top thread
Stitch
length:
tenston
control
3 to 8
Stitch
conlrel
_
1
length
0.5 to i
>
>
4 I ((
/
/
>
Stretch Stitch
F: Satin slttch
1ool
Pressure dial:
I or 2
The Stitch and Its Uses
The Satin stitch is a versatile
Here's
and often
used decorative stitch, but it can also be
used to overcast a raw edge {'for
example, blankets, linens, tablecloths
and napkins).
The Satin stitch is especially
How
Once your machine is set up to stitch, you may want to experiment on a scrap of the
fabric you are planning to use. Too tight a satin stitch may pucker some lightweight
labdcs.
attractive
in applique,
37
SECTION
3
.LEARN
THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches (Continued)
• Applique
• Bar Tacking
f
f
Set the Machine
Set the Machine
i
Stitch w+dth
control 2 to 5
Stitch w+dth
control 2 to 5
2 ! 34
@
Top thread tenston
conlrof 2 to 6
Stitch lenglh
conb'ol 0+5 to i
2
Top thread tens+on
control 2 to 6
Baste
Slretch
Slitch
tuse
with
iron-on
tabric
joiner) applique pieces on the tabric.
Stitch ground the applique making
surethe needle lalls along the outer
edge ol the applique.
loot
P[essure
dial: 2
presser toot and tSivot the fabric to the
right or left.
This stitch is similar to a very short
satin stitch and is used to reiniorce
points of stra+n such as corners or
pockets and straps on lingerie.
Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches.
Strelch
When sewing
corners,
lower the
needle down into the fabr+c. Raise the
F: Satin st+tch
38
(or
Stitch length
control 0+5 1o +i
2
A: Zigzag
1ool
Stitch
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
o Embroidery
f
Set the Machine
Stitch width
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length conirot
any number (not
necessary _o adiust)
Drop the teed dogs (see page 3__5_).
Remove toot holder (see page 1_.
No presser
foot
_'_1
Strelch
Adjust the stitch width as desired
(see page 2_A).
1j.ii
Draw the design
taiior's chalk.
Stitch
on to the fabric with
Stretch the fabric between embroidery
hoops and place under the needle.
Drop Feed lever
Lower the presser toot lever to engaged
the thread tension.
Holding the top thread in your left hand,
rotate the hand wheel toward you one
complete turn.
Pull the top thread to draw bobbin
thread through to the sudace ot the
fabric.
°
g.
Using a medium speed, stitch along the
marked outline,
guiding
the labric
caretully by hand.
When finished embrodiering,
raise the
feed dogs (see page 3_..5.).
An embroidery foot is an o ptional item
for a!t models. Available at many sears
stores.
39
SECTION
3.
Zigzag Stitches
LEARN THE STITCHES
(Continued)
• Sew a Button
Set the Machine
Stitch width control
Must be adjusted
I
2i3-4
J
Top thread tens=on
control 2 to 6
Stitch leng_,h conlrol
Any number (not
necessary to adjust)
2
.
k._
Drop the feed dogs (see page 3_.).
1. Match the center of the button holes to the center of the slot on the presser foot.
2.
Adjust the stitch width so that needle will drop in each hole.
3.
Lower the foot to hold the button in place.
Turn the hand wheel by hand so that needle will enter either hole of the button.
4.
Stitch several times.
St_'etch Stitch
A:
Zigzag loot
Orop _eed lever
40
k.
...................
j
To strength the shank, cut the threads
teavJng a 8"" tail. Bring the needle
thread down through the hole in the
button and wind it around the shank.
Draw the thread to the bottom
knot.
When finished,
(see page 3_.
raise
the
side and
teed dogs
SECTION
• Overcasting
f
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Stitch
Set the Machine
Stitch w+dth
control
3 to 5
Top thread tenmon
Control
3 to 8
Stitch length
control
red
zonE,
2
Slre_ch Stitch
A:
Helptul Hints
Start overcasting
about t/8"" inside
the raw corner ot your seam, If you
start right at the edge, the labric will
bunch up and the stitches will become
tangled.
Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
This zigzag variation is very usetul in
garment construction and in finishing
raw edges ot any sewing project.
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SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches
(Continued)
o Blind Hemming
f
Set the Machine
Lightweighl
Stitch w=dlh
conlro! 2 to 3
Top thread tension
con#ol 2 to 6
/
Stitch length
con|roI red
zone
2
Hea
4
1. Finish the raw edge ol your hem any way you desire (see overcasting
Slretch
Slitch
2.
Measure, turn up your hem and pin.
NOTE:
A: Zigzag
loot
page 4__!.).
For light weight labrics, you may need a double told.
3.
Fold the material {bottom side out) on the edge to be stitched, as shown, leaving 1/4- of the finished hem edge showing.
4.
Place garment under presser foot in such a manner that narrow zigzag stitches wilt be sewn on extended edge. The wide
zigzag stitch should just catch the told of the garment.
5. After hemming, press both sides of the finished hem. The top side of the garment wilt show only the blind stitches.
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SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
o LaceWork
Set the Machine
Stitch
w_dth
control 2 to 3
J
Top thread tension
cont[oI 2 to 6
Stitch [ength
contro} 1
Stretch Stitch
Lace adds a |ancifut, feminine touch to
blouses and lingerie. Table linens and
pillows become more elegant when
trimmed with lace.
Turn raw edge of fabric under at teast
5/8""
Place lace underneath
and
topstitch
using stretch bFind hem stitch.
Trim excess tabric close to stitching.
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SECTION
3.
Zigzag Stitches
o Three-Step
LEARN THE STITCHES
(Continued)
Zigzag
Set the Machine
Stitch w_dth
control 5
Top thread lens_on
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control 0.5 to i
Stretch
A: Zigzag
Sli|ch
loot
The Stitch and Its Uses
The three-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
especially uselut for:
-- mending
-- sewing patches smoothly and
securely
-- repairing straight tears
= finishing seams
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f
Seam Finishing (Overcasting)
Mending
Place the tabric under the presser foot
so that the edge wilt be slightly inside
the right hand side of the presser loot,
that the stitching will catch both sides.
Guide the work so the right-hand
stitches tall at the edge of the fabric.
Position the tear under the needle so
SECTION
o Shell Stitching
LEARN THE STITCHES
o Box Stitching
"N
f-
f
Set the Machine
Set the Machine
Top thread tens+on
cont_-ol 4 to 9
Top thread tension
conirol 3 to 8
Stitch length
control
Heres
I.
How
-Stretch Stitch
--
Salm slitcl_
tool
2.
The Stitch and Its Uses
The Shell Stitch is tormed by sewing a
blind hem over totded fabric. Several
Use this stitch to join heavy weight
interlining.
For best effect:
set the stitch length
desire.
rows ot shell stitching
tucks.
Stitch tength
control red
zone
red
zone
/
Stitch w+dth
Stitch width
cont[ol 3 to 5
F:
3.
as you
Overlap two raw edges .together and
use this stitch to join them.
you may need to tighten the
top thread tension slightly.
allow the needle to just clear
the tolded edge of the tabric
when it zigzags.
If you sew rows of shell stitches,
space the rows 1/2- apart.
Stretch
A:
stitch
Zigzag toot
k.
You can sew shet! stitch on knits or soft
silky wovens in any direction.
are called shell
Shell stitching can be used to finish
hems, sleeve and neck openings.
Shell tucking can
scaiioped
tucks
lingerie.
be
on
used to create
blouses
and
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SECTION
Zigzag
3.
Stitches
• Fagoting
LEARN THE STITCHES
(Continued)
o Two-point
Stitch
Shell Stitch
p-
Set the Machine
Set the Machine
Stitch widlh
control 5
1
l
I
1
1
I
Sli|ch width
conlroi 3 to 5
c_
~
t÷
L
1
I
Top thread tension
control 3 1o 8
.........I"
Stitch length
conlrof 0.5 Io 2
Top thread tension
control 3 to 8
Stitch lenglh
control red
zone
J
Here's How
1, Fold under each |abric edge 5!8and press.
Slreich
A: Zigzag
Stitch
loot
2. Pin the two edges to paper or
tear-away backing tl8"" apart,
Stretch
3. Sew slowly, guiding the labric so the
needle catches.the lolded edge on
each side.
A:
x._
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use this stitch to join two pieces ol
tabric to create
an
open
work
appearance and design interest.
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Zigzag
fool
Stitch
This stitch can also be as
overlock stitch.
a single
SECTION
o Two-point
Box Stitch
= Overedging
Set the Machtne
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Stitch
Set the
Stitch width
controt 3 to 5
Top thread tens=on
conlrol 3 to 8
3.
Machine
Stitch w_dlh
Top lhread lens_on
control 3 to 8
Stitch length
control red
zone
Stitch length
control red
zone
This stitch can be use as a seam finish
This stitch is useful to join elastic tabric.
to prevent traging.
Stretch Stitch
A:
Zigzag toot
Stretch Slitch
A:
Zigzag loot
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SECTION
Zigzag
3.
Stitches
LEARN THE STITCHES
(Continued)
o Decorate with Geometric
Patterns
f
Set the Machine
Stitch width
control 3 to 5
Top thread tension
control 3 to 8
Stitch length
control green
%.................
zone
Here's How
1. Adiust the stitch width and length
desire.
as you
2.
Practice the stitch on a scrap of fabric.
3.
Mark the lines tor decoration on the tabric,
Stretch Stitch
using a washable
fabric marker.
The Stitches and Their Uses
4.
Lower the needle at the starting point.
These stitches are purely decorative,
You can sew one row or several or vary the stitch width and length tor specia]
effects.
5.
Lower the presser foot.
6.
Gently guide the tabric along
line.
Experiment
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on a scrap of fabric to see what special effects are possible.
the maked
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Stretch Stitches
= Straight
= Rick-Rack
f
Stretch
f
Set the Machine
Stretch
Set the Machine
Stitch width
control 0
1
Stitch width
controI 2 to 5
Top thread tension
controt 2 to 6
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch stitch
posilion
yellow
stretch stiLch
position
The Stitch and Its Uses
Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that
you might use a zigzag stitch.
This stitch can be used as a decorative
top stitch as well.
A: Zigzag
toot
Stretch Stitch
Stretch Stitch
The
H: Stralgl_t toot
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stitch is the stretch variation
ot the straight stitch, especially
developed for knits and stretch
tabric. Stretch stitching can be
used on other fabric as welt. It
works well on curved seams and
stretch
stitch
does
not
actually stretch as it is being
sewn, but is stitched in a forward
and back motion (sometimes
called a "reverse-action'"
stitch),
so that it will give when the tabric
stretches
instead ot breaking.
This stitch can also be used for
topstitching
on ail tabrics.
on any garments that wilt receive
a great deal ot strain (ex: children's
clothes).
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SECTION
Stretch
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
St itches (Continued)
• Overcast Stretch Stitching
= Smocking
f
p-
Stitch width
Top lhread lenslon
control 2 to 6
Stilch length
control yellow
stretch sltlch
position
f
Set the Machine
Set the Machine
Stitch w_dth
Top thread tension
COntrOl 2 to 6
j,
Here's
How
J
Stitch ienglh
control yeiiow
stretch stitch
position
Place the raw edge of the labrJc to the
LEFT of the needle as shown.
_c
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short ot the outside edge.
Stretch
A:
Stitch
Zigzag too_.
%.
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stitch can be used tot sewing a
seam with an overcast finish.
The seam is formed and finished in one
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8""
seam, then trim seam allowance after.
Raw or worn edges ol older garments
can be overcast to prevent turther
raveling.
NOTE:
Use
a
needte,
blue
stretch fabric
which
effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
Stretch Slitch
•,..
A: Zigzag loot
,,,J
With
,,...................
the stitch
length
straight stitcing lines 3t8the area to be smoked.
at
"'4",
sew
apart across
Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
the bobbin threads and distribute the
operation, it can be used when you are
gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
the other end. Sew the decorative stitch
making swimwear, ski pants and other
garments that require stretch.
between the gathering stitches.
Pull out the gathering stitches.
NOTE:
5O
Loosen the top thread tension
to make gathering easier.
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• Serging
f
= Elastic Stretch
or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching
_
Set the Machine
Top thread tenmon
control 3 to 6
213
•
Stitch
Set the Machine
Stilch w+dth
control 3 to 5
_
Top thread tens+on
control 3 to 6
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch
LEARN THE STITCHES
f
f
Stitch w+dlh
t
3.
stitch
position
Herds
How
Stitch length
control yellow
stretch stitch
position
Place the tabric under the presser toot
so that the stitches are made over the
edge.
NOTE:
Stretch Stitch
A: Zigzag fool
J
When
fabric,
fabric
using stretch knit
use a blue stretch
needle
which
effectively
stitches.
prevents skipped
Stretch Stitch
A:
Zigzag foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use this stitch when you want a narrow
seam that you do not need to press
open flat. It is ideal for 1/4- seams on
knits or on medium to heavyweight
woven labrics where you want a narrow
seam.
It is also great for making
spandex swim wear.
Choose this stitch to attach elastic
to
garments.
1+ Mark the elastic into quarters and
match these to the center front,
center back and side seams.
2+
Place
the
middle
of the elastic
under the center of the presser
foot and stitch into place, making
sure
the
elastic
is
evenly
distributed.
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SECTION
3.
LEARN
Stretch Stitches
=, Stretch
THE STITCHES
(Continued)
= Herring Bone Stretch
Patching
Set the Machine
Set the Machine
Stitch wldlh
Stitch width
control 5
Top thread tension
cont[ol 2 to 6
Stitch length control
yeI!ow stretch stilch
position
Top thread tension
control 2 1o 6
The Stitch and Its Uses
Stitch length
control yellow
stretcf_ stitch
position
Heres
quilting.
Trim close to stitching.
prevent raveling.
Stretch
Stitch
Stretch Stitch
A:
Zigzag tool
A: Zigzag
toot
The Stitch and Its Uses
Use as hemming stitch tor blankets,
tabfeclothes and draperies.
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...,
How
PLace the tabdc top side up, and sew
3!8 °' lrom the edge.
For patching worn out elbow or knees.
For patchwork
%.....................................
The stitch will
SECTION
= Decorative
Stretch
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Patterns
.-%
F
Set the Machine
Stitch width contro!
Top thread tension
controt 2 to 6
3to5
The Stitch and Its Uses
Decorative stretch patterns can be used for adding creative
touch to the items you sew lor your home and tamily.
You can decorate children's
StitCh length control
ye}low
stretch
pos}tion
2
Slrelch
clothes, womens
blouses,
and personafised
curtains, etc.
stitcll
A:
Zigzag foot
Stitch
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SECTION
3.
LEARN
Buttonhole
Making
THE STITCHES
,D Learning to Sew Buttonholes
With you Kenmore
sewing machine you have two methods ol making
buttonholes. You may use the built-in system or you may use the snap-in
automatic buttonhole attachment system.
Choose the buttonhole
style
1. Built-in buttonholes (rectangular).
Choose this style for waistband, cuffs, belt slots or where
need only one or two buttons.
Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap o| fabric you plan to
use. Try. the buttonhole with the button you will use.
Always use an interfacing in area of garment where
placed.
you will
2.
Round end buttonholes (Template No. 213504005, 2t3505006).
Choose this style for series ol buttonholes on dresses, blouses,
vests, jackets or coats.
3.
Keyhole buttonholes (Template No.213506007).
Choose this style lor tailored vests, iackets, coats,
need more room for button shank.
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Tips on buttonholing
or any time you
buttonholes
are
Tissue paper or regular interfacing can be used. Tear paper away after
stitching, if it is used.
For heavier weight fabrics, loosen your top thread tension slightly.
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
e Built-in System
f
f
Set the Machine
!t I
I
%
Stitch w+dth
0oo,+.3,o
conlro!
Stilch
length
Blue zone
2
F:==
....................J
1. a. Carefully mark the buttonhole
length on your garment.
b. Change to the sliding
toot.
TOp Ihread tension
control 2 lo 6
Strelch
c. Insert the garment under
with
the buttonhole
runn+ng toward you+
Stilch
Sliding buttonhole
loot
Depending upon your tabric or your
own prelerence in buttonholes,
you
may after the buttonhole stitch density
within blue buttonhole range on the
stitch length dial.
2. For more density,
toward "'0",
turn
turn
the toot
marking
,...............
3. a+ Set the stitch selector at !'1
b. Line up the markings on the toot
with the top mark on your garment.
c. Stop sewing at the left stitch.
J
t
b. Sew torward until you reach the
tront marking ot your buttonhole.
c. Lower the presser toot.
NOTE:
The marking on the slider are
engraved
in
centimeters
@
Adjusting the Stitch Density
1. For less density,
toward "I "'.
buttonhole
"'-
2. a. Move the slider (A) toward you so
that the top mark ('C) on the slider
meets the start mark (B).
the
dial
Coarse
st+tches
lot heavy
labr+cs
®
Fine
slilches
lot lighl
labr+cs
Oi
the dia!
NOTE:
lways
make
a
practice
buttonhole
on a scrap
labric
you plan to use to find the
more suitable stitch length.
Stretch Slitch
55
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Buttonhole
Making (continued)
f
4. a. Set the stitch selector at _
b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches.
c. Stop sewing at the right stitch.
6. a. Set the stitch selector at r_
5. a. Set the stitch selector at 1=_
%
b. Sew until you reach the back
marking of the buttonhole.
b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches.
c. Stop sewing at the right stitch.
d. Raise the presser foot, and draw
the fabric away from you. Cut both
the needle and bobbin threads
c. Stop sewing at the left stitch.
leaving about I0 cm (4"') thread
ends. Draw the needle thread to
wrong side of fabric by pulling the
bobbin thread.
NOTE:
Then, knot the threads.
When sewing at the edge of fabric, set
sliding buttonhole
loot as illustrated
and sew in reverse ( _-> _ _ _]--,,.['_).
........J
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7. Remove the tabric and cut the hole
open with the buttonhole opener
your accessory storage box..
in
SECTION
o Using Buttonhole
Buttonhole Attachment
For more
buttonhole
how to set
buttonhole
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Attachment
Button hole System and Size
System
varied and accurate buttonholes, you will enioy using the
attachment and templates. Know the parts and carefully read
up your machine properly. You wilt need these item tot the
attachment system.
Round End
Bullonhole
Keyhole
Butlonhole
Guide s!c!
Measu.remenl
marking
Catch
Buttonhole
guide
O
Template
Sizes
213504005
213505006
213506007
3f8"" 1t2""
15ft6"" 1-1116""
7!8"" 1-1/16""
518"'13/16 "°
t-1/4-
1-1/4-
1-1/2-
1-318-
plate
NOTE:
Buttonhole
Buttonholes marked on template show actual length of buttonhole to
be sewn. You will find the most suitable buttonhole length easily by
matching the button with the proper illustration on the template.
templates
Pins
Hook /
Base plate
Buttonhole
foot
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SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Buttonhole Making (continued)
Set the Machine
Stitch
width
Pins (A)
control 2
Lever
Round
' holes {B)
To!:
thread
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch _ength
conlro_ 3 to 4
v
Base plale
Hook
2
Reclangular
hole
4
1. a.
Slretoh
Buttonhole
Stitch
_oot
Helptui Hihts
Best
results
are
#60 ~#80
light
bobbin thread.
NOTE:
obtained by using
weight threads
as
It is advisable
stretch labric
to use a blue
needle when
sewing
tabrics,
and
You
knits
can obtain
synthetic
buttonholes
with a wider cutting space by
setting the stitch width control
at 1.5 instead ot 2.
58
Remove the extension table.
b.
Raise the needle to its highest position,
c,
Remove the foot holder.
d,
Pull bobbin thread out about 3- straight back toward rear ot machine,
e,
Insert hook of base plate into rectangular
f.
Pult lever back to align the hook with the rectangular
g,
Snap base plate down to fit two pins (A) at back of base plate into two round
holes (B) on needle plate,
Release lever.
hole of needle plate.
hole.
SECTION
_-_Butlonhole
guide
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
plate
Bu[lonhole
tooi
Gear
r_
JSIot
Mo,
Guide block -/
_._
_Geat
thread
-'-'---Base
p_ale
2. a. When you have selected the template with size and style buttonhole
you need, slide the template into the guide plate.
b. Pull catch toward you while sliding the template
size you have chosen ts at the setting mark.
3.
a. Attach the buttonhole
b. Adjust position of gear so it is aligned with the starting point of template.
until the buttonhole
The lever can be used to change gear position.
C_
c. Insert gear of base plate into slot of template and fit guide block into the
center of the guide slot.
toot.
Pull the bobbin thread up through guide slot by turning
toward you while holding top thread.
the hand
wheel
d. Place the bobbin and top threads to the left side guide plate.
Leave 3 to 4 inches of thread.
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SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Buttonhole
Making (continued)
5.
a. Lower the buttonhole
foot.
b. Start sewing slowly.
Marked
_
c. Allow the machine to do the work by itself.
(Do not try to guide the tabric.)
d. Stop sewing when the needle returns to the position where it begins.
To release the buttonhole base plate, pull the lever toward you and lift the base
plate off the machine.
Fabric
Adiusting
Measurement
marking
Mark your buttonhole
position caretully on the garment,
Placing your garment behind the machine, insert it the between
plate and the buttonhole foot as shown.
c. Align marked buttonhole
d,
e.
NOTE;
with center marking on buttonhole
Line up your labric edge with the measurement
just in tront of the buttonhole loot as shown.
the guide
Fine slitches
labncs
tot tighl
toot.
markings on the guide plate
Pierce the labric with the needle at the beginning of the buttonhole.
if you want your buttonhole to be 1/2 inch from the garment edge, line up
the labnc with the t/2 inch marking each time you start to sew a
buttonhole,
We recommended the use of interlacing when marking buttonholes.
If the labdc does not feed smoothly from the start, increase the stitch
length.
60
the stitch density
You may alter the closeness of the stitches by turning the stitch length control
between 3 to 4.
Coarse s_itches
tor heavy tabncs
Stretch SLi|ch
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Twin Needle Stitching
Set the Machine
for any of these stitch
Top thread tension
control 3 to 7
|
|
!it _',
II1_I
II
I
III
t-------:,H',
Stitch length control
yellow stretch stitch
position or green zone
\\
,I
I
,,
_
__,_-i_£-__/"_
_---J_
A: Zigzag toot
Turn off the power switch (see page 6_).
Insert the additional spool pin in the hote (see page 1_.
Place the felt and the spool on the additional spool pin (see page 1__.
Prepare the top thread for additional spool pin (see page 1__9_).
Thhraeadet
_hng
n_Se S_
tPePto
dtiwnln
°' _eeeeddlle
e (berth_:dpg l_.guide as illustration A.
Thread needles from front to back.
..I_3
(_._/j
NOTE:
_
When changing the direction of sewing, turn the hand wheel so needles are
in the position.
When sewing with twin needle do not use a stitch width which goes past the
twin needle mark ( "_ ).
Twin needle is an optional item for all models.
F: Satin stilch toot
Stretch Stitch
Twin needle
J
Illustration A
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SECTION
4.
PERFORMANCE
PROBLEMS
CHART
What to Do When
PROBLEM
Irregular Stitches
Breaking Needle
PROBABLE
Incorrect size needle.
Choose Correct size needle for thread and fabric.
improper threading.
Loose upper thread tension.
Pulling fabric.
Loose presser foot.
Unevenly wound bobbin.
Nicks or burrs at hole ot needle plate.
Rethread
Pulling tabric.
Incorrect size needle.
Do not pull fabric; guide it gently.
Choose correct size needle lot thread and fabric.
Reset needle.
Incorrect setting of needle.
Loose presser toot.
Bunching of Thread
Puckering
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CORRECTION
CAUSE
machine.
Tighten upper thread tension.
Do not pull fabric; guide it gently.
Reset presser foot.
Rewind bobbin,
Replace needle plate, or polish off burrs completely.
Reset presser toot.
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 ot presser loot about 4"" and hold until a few stitches are
iormed.
Incorrect thread tension.
Reset thread tension.
Using two different sizes or kinds of thread.
Bent or blunt needle.
Upper thread and bobbin thread should be same size and kind.
Insert new needle,
Loose presser toot.
Fabric too sheer or too soft.
Reset presser foot.
Use underlay of tissue paper,
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PROBLEM
PROBABLE
CAUSE
incorrect size needle,
Bent or blunt needle.
Skipping Stitches
incorrect setting of needle.
Tight upper thread tension.
Starting to stitch too fast.
Improper threading.
Tight upper thread tension.
Incorrect size needle.
Breaking Upper Thread
Sharp eye in needle.
Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate+
4.
PERFORMANCE
PROBLEMS
CHART
CORRECTION
Choose correct s+ze needle tot thread and fabric.
Insert new needle.
Reset needle.
Loosen upper thread tension.
Start to stitch at a medium speed.
Rethread machine.
Loosen upper thread tension.
Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric.
Insert new needle.
Replace needle ptate, or polish off burrs completely.
Breaking Bobbin Thread
Improper bobbin case threading.
Lint in bobbin holder or hook race.
Check bobbin case threading.
Clean bobbin case and shuttle+
Fabric not Moving
Darning plate in place.
Stitch Length set at 0+
Thread knotted under fabric.
Push-pull clutch is disengaged.
Remove darning plate.
Adjust Stitch Length Control.
PLace both threads back under presser foot before beginning
to stitch.
Push in the clutch.
Thread caught in hook race.
Lint in bobbin case or shuttle.
Disassemble and clean hook race,
Clean bobbin holder and hook race.
Machine Jamming Knocking
Noise
63
SECTION
5.
CARE
FOR THE MACHINE
Replacing the Light Bulb
Cleaning the Machine
To insure that your machine operates at its best, you need to keep the essential
parts clean at all times,
The bobbin area can collect dust and lint, Your machine can become
sluggish or
knock loudly if a thread is caught.
Ial
}
T
i
t
1. Unplug the machine
lace cover plate.
CAUTION!
I
T
t
i
and open the
The light bulb could be
HOT. Protect your fingers
when you handle it,
2, Push the bulb up and turn the bulb
counter-clockwise
to remove it.
Turn off the power switch or unplug the
machine,
3.
Remove the cover plate by sliding the
hook cover plate release button to on
the right.
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Put the new bulb in by pushing it up
and turning it clockwise.
Take out the bobbin.
Brush out dust and lint; or you may use
a vacuum cleaner.
Insert the bobbin.
Attach the hook cover plate,
SECTION
Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs
5.
CARE FOR THE MACHINE
Oiling the Machine
Open face cover plate and oil two points as shown below at least once a year. One
or two drops ol oil is sufficient.
Remove excess oil, otherwise it may stain fabrics.
.....,J
Unplug the machine and remove
the presser foot and needle.
21
5. Take out the bobbin. Lift up the
bobbin holder and remove it.
Remove the bobbin cover plate.
3. Remove the screw on the left side
:IWf
ol the needle with the large screw
driver.
4. Remove the needle plate.
f
in case
machine is not used tor an
extended time, oil it before sewing.
Use good quality sewing machine oil.
......
No other oiling is required
Above points are only area
require oiling on this machine.
k._
which
j
6. Use the ling brush to clean the teed
dogs, hook race and bobbin holder.
Also use a soft, dry cloth.
7.
marks and
Line up the triangle,
position the bobbin holder so the
notch fits next to the stopper in the
hook race.
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PARTS LIST
1
2
3
9
10
4
5
66
23
7
14
20
16
22
6
25
26
21
All parts listed herein may be ordered lrom any Sears Roebuck and Co. store or
service center.
WHEN ORDERING
INFORMATION:
REPAIR
PARTS,
ALWAYS
GIVE THE FOLLOWING
Ret. No.
1
2
3
1. PART NUMBER
2.
3.
PART DESCRIPTION
MODEL NUMBER
4.
NAME OF ITEM
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically
transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling.
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
t2
13
t4
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
Part No.
102869107
102403202
813404013
647814020
647814031
647814042
647814053
652806014
685502019
825813005
823803006
822804118
784805004
000009906
820832005
647803004
8O2424O04
647808009
131402005
822020503
822019509
6250315OO
'_826815000
213702016
_200002008
_200003009
_200005001
_200013105
_2t4872000
_941620000
Description
10 bobbins
Spool pin telt
No.
No.
No.
No.
1!
11
14
t6
Stretch
Single
Single
Single
fabric needles CBLU)
needles _ORG)
needles _RED)
needles (PUR)
No. 18 Single needles IGRN)
Straight toot
Zigzag foot
Sliding buttonhole foot
Zipper loot
Satin stitch loot
Needle threader
Light bulb
Large screw driver
Small screw driver
Lint brush
Buttonhole
Oil
opener
Large spool holder
Small spool holder
Additional spool pin
Twin needle
Buttonhole attachment
Piping toot
Gathering foot
Pin-tucking loot
Hemmer foot
Walking loot
Ruffler
7: These items are not lumished with the machine, but may be ordered
per instructions above.
67
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
"For appliances with a polarized plug {one blade wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of eiectdc shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. ff 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 or YC-530 for use with Sewing Machine Models
385.!778x x x, 385.1684x x
385.1764x x x, 385.1884x x
385.17922x x x, 385.16816x
385.17026x x x.
x xx
(For U.S.A. market only)
x, 385.1584x x x, 385.1664 x x x, 385.1754x x ×, 385.17526x x x,
x, 385.17928x x x, 385.17924x x x, 385.t8836x x x,
x x, 385.17822x x x, 385.17828x x x, 385_18830x x x and
- represents
numbers 000 through 999."
100-315-004
+
÷
_'
WARRANTY
_'
+
+
FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY
ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD
0
_
#
For 25 years from the date of purchase, Sears wilt, free of charge, repair detects in material or workmanship which appear
the mechanical components of the sewing machine head.
_)
FULL TWO
(_
+
For two years trom the date of purchase, Sears will, free ot charge, repair defects in material or workmanship which appear
in the electrical equipment of the sewing machine, including electronic components, motor, wiring, switch and speed control.
FULL
YEAR
90-DAY
WARRANTY
WARRANTY
ON ELECTRICAL
ON ALL PARTS
EQUIPMENT
OF SEWING
AND MECHANICAL
p
#
MACHINE
ADJUSTMENTS
For 90 days from the date of purchase,
Sears will, lree of charge, replace any parts
necessary tor proper operation of the sewing machine, except for normal maintenance.
WARRANTY
SERVICE
IS AVAILABLE
BY RETURNING
THE
SERVICE
CENTER/DEPARTMENT
IN THE UNITED STATES.
SEWING
MACHINE
and provide
TO THE
mechanical
NEAREST
service
#
_1
#-
This warranty gives you specific _egai rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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SETTING
1o You'll
UP YOUR MACHINE
find
Tilt
up
spool
ot
thread
thread
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spool
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on
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on
pin.
lhe
the
the
top
Place
pm
with
back
Hodzontal
Spool P}n
the
the
ot
the
loot
control
Then
machine
_n|o
connect
cord
I_to
any 110 - t 20 vol| A.C. wall o_t_et.
3. Your
3:
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Kenmore
been
---1
sure
to
bed
before
sewing
s_ptus
oiled
wipe
area,
p_aclice
f
sewing
tho_'oughty
Be
m_
i|
&.-'S
pm
spoo[
as shown.
receptacle,
*o
N
P
the
coming
2. Plug
i
lh e spool
cover.
o|t
plate
on
machine
at the
the
and
a scrap
needle
shuttle
a garment.
has
factory.
plate
caretu!l
Li_
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V
It _s w_se to
ot iabnc
so
any.
oilis absorbed.
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There
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STITCH
SELECTOR
ere certain
types
construct}on.
Because
to you by this control
go
zi-
The
o
des=red
indicated
stitch
by lhe
of stitches
o! the,r lrequent
wilt be obtained
red on the _ndicator
that are
use,
used
yo_
by _urmng
mo_'e often
wit_ soon
the
Stitch
than
realise
Selector
others
in your
the convenience
Dial
garment
altered
until the stitch
_s
panel.
MODEL 17526
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Printed in Ta}wan 654-814--000
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Make
sure
there
isnostack or
:il;i snags in the thread Use the
i
type of thread andsze neede
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recommended in your instruc!;
t on book
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::
:::
i:::]
l
_"_:H
_!:,_
t. insert bobbin into shuttle making sure bobbin
rotates counter c ockwse,
2 Pul thread through slat (A) and then to the left.
Pal thread through notch (B) and leave thread
about 4 incheslong.
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_
_ /
OM ET,.G
THREAD,.G
Hod lop thread oosely tn teIt hand and rotate
handwheeI toward you one complete turn. Bring
bottom thread up and next, pulltop and bottom
threads under and to the back el presser toot,
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_:;
!
ADJUSTING.
Upper
lhtBa_ If_ Ii_I_I
Upper
Ih/ei_
1
o.......
..o
i
i....
;
Collect
I_
loose
_ilChilI_
IMPORTANT
For your saiety an _mportant new lecture has been incorporated in this machine.
The fghltpawer switch provides electric current {or the motor as well as the light,
If you are intelrupted while sewing and must leave the machine unattended, just
turn off the Iightipawer switch and the machine can not be started accidentally by
pressing on the loot control, this lecture afso apples when the machine is in
storage,
_norder to operate the machine this switch must be on,
The toot control is used to vary the machine speed Item zero to high,
(NUMERO
LOS PIES OPCIONALES
ACCESORIOS
DEL SUMINiSTRADOR
DE MAQUINA
DE COSER
(A)
(B)
MAQU1NA DE COSER
NUMERO DEL MODELO
11541,
11608,
12331,
12492,
12612,
12741,
16951,
11551,
1t682,
12332,
12493,
12641,
12781,
17622,
11581,
12320,
12490,
12541,
12712,
12814,
17781,
2OOO12104
214872011
941450000
94146OOOO
, "941620000
15841,
17822,
17928
16816,
17824,
16841,
17828,
17641,
17922,
200002008
200003009
200005001
200013105
2O0027102
200030108
213702016
214872011
654805008
941620000
18830,
19501,
18836,
19502,
18841,
19601
19150,
200002008
2O0003009
200005001
200013105
200027102
200028103
200029104
200030108
200031109
200032100
213702016
214872011
654805008
94162000O
15641,
16641,
M_330555
200201009
200209100
200210104
200212106
340522N
16642
(C)
NUMERO DE
LA PARTE
10111,
11687,
12321,
12491,
12581,
12714,
12841,
17881
M_330555
200201009
200209100
200211105
200213107
340522N
Llamar al centro de sears al telefono 1-800-366-7278 para ordenar boy,
Cuando vallas a ordenar indicar #20 codigo 385 huego numero de ta parte,
385)
DESCRIPClON
LA PARTE
Pie
Pie
Pie
Pie
Pie
DE
para dobiadillo
de doble arrastre
para alforzas
recogedor
para fruncidos
Pie para entubar
Pie recogedor
Pie para alforzas
Pie para doblidillo
Pie para atar
Pie de puntada recta cpn 1/4" guia
Del estilo de ojales
(excepto 1584t)
Pie de doble arrastre
Pie para bordado
Pie para fruncidos
Pie para entubar
Pie recegedor
Pie para alforzas
Pie para dobladiI!o
Pie para atar
Pie con rodillos
Pie de 'leflon"
Pie de puntada recta conl/4" guia
Pie para aplique
Pie del cordon
Del estilo de ojales
(t8830, 18836, 18841 unico)
Pie de doble arrastre
Pie para bordado
Pie para fruncidos
Pie del elastico
Pie para entubar
Pie para funtada invisible
Pie para las cintas con el carrette
(15641, 16641 unJco)
Pie de[ cordon
(15641, 16641 unico)
Pie del abatorio
Pie de1elastico
Pie para entubar
Pie para funtada invisible
Pie para las cintas con el carrette
(16642 unico)
Pie del cordon (16642 unico)
Pie del abatorio
OPTIONAL
FEET AND ATTACHMENT
(A)
(SEWING
MACHINE SOURCE 385)
(B)
SEWING MACHINE
MODEL NO.
(c)
PART DESCRIPTION
PART NO.
, ,, _ ,,, ,,,,,, ,,, ,,,,
,, ,, ,,,,,
,,,,,
,, ,, ..........
,
10111,
11607,
12321,
12491,
12581,
12714,
12841,
17881
11541,
11608,
12331,
12492,
12612,
12741,
16951,
11551,
11682,
12332,
12493,
12641,
12781,
17622,
11581,
12320,
12490,
12541,
12712,
12814,
17781,
200012104
214872011
941450000
94146000O
941620000
Hemmer Foot
Walking Foot (Even Foot)
PimTuck Foot
Gathering Foot
Ruffler
15841,
17822,
17928
16816,
17824,
16841,
17828,
17641,
17922,
200002008
200003009
200005001
200013105
200027102
200030108
213702016
Piping Foot
Gathering Foot
Pin-Tuck Foot
Hemmer Foot
Binder Foot
114" Seam Foot
Buttonhole Attachment Set
(Except 15841)
Walkine Foot
Embroidery Foot
Ruffler
214872011
654805008
941620000
18830,
19501,
16641,
16642
18836,
19502,
16641,
18841,
19601
19150,
200002008
200003009
200005001
200013105
200027102
200028103
200029104
200030108
200031109
200032100
213702016
214872011
654805008
941620000
Piping Foot
Gathering Foot
Pin-Tuck Foot
Hemmer Foot
Binder Foot
Roller Foot
Teflon Foot
1/4" Seam Foot
Applique Foot
Cording Foot
Buttonhole Attachment Set
(18830, 18836, 18841 only)
Walking Foot
Embroidery Foot
Ruffler
ML-330555
200201009
200209100
200210104
200212106
340522N
Elastic Foot
Piping Foot
Blind Hem Foot
Taping Attachment Set
Cording Foot
Pearl Sewing Foot
ML-330555
200201009
200209100
200211105
200213107
340522N
Elastic Foot
Piping Foot
Blind Hem Foot
Taping Attachment Set
Cording Foot
Pearl Sewing Foot
CALL SEARS TELEPARTS CENTER AT 1-800-366-7278 TO ORDER TODAY !
WHEN ORDERING, PLEASE INDICATE DIVISION 20-SOURCE 385 THEN PART NO,
73581 t001 (E/S) (_
SEWING
MACHINE
Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts or
service, sJmpty contact your nearest Sears Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when
you call or visit.
The model number will be shown on the nomenclature
page 4 for location.
WHEN ORDERING
plate on the back of your sewing machine.
REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
-_MODEL NUMBER_NAMEOFITEM_PART
INFORMATION:
DESCRIPTION
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically
Repair Parts Distribution Center tor handling.
transmitted
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D1817WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
;!
See
.....
Printed in Taiwan
to a Sears