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Sears 385.1915 Sewing Machine User Manual

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1. BUTTONHOLE Sliding Bartack Buttonhole buttonholes u Rounded q ag Keyhole Y Automatic buttonhole iN BH BH Bartack Rounded Keyhole 46 Straight Stitches 10 12 fi7 and When you turn on your machine it is auto matically set to sew a straight stitch 10 o Straight Stitch Set the Machine i g 10 FOOT A Thread tension 2106 N 10 elle 2 H H by s i a ti j H H Straight Zigzag toot stitch toot The Stitch and ts Uses You can use your basic straight stitch in many ways besides just sewing a straight seam Three common uses for the straight stitch are Pintucking Quilting Topstitching All are discussed in this section To sew a straight stitch Raise the presser foot Raise the needle to its highest position Place the edge of the fabric next to a stitching guide line on the needle plate 5 8 is most common Draw the threads towards the back and lower the presser foot Press the foot contral Hold the fabric loosely and gently guide it along the guide line so that it feeds naturally Do not force the fabric or try to pull it tight 10 At the end of the seam you may want to reverse to lock the stitch When you stop sewing the needle will automatically rise to its highest position Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric Cut the threads
2. Fer ABCZEFGHIJKLMN A Press EDIT button Move the cursor to alphabet D by pressing width control button Press pattern 35 Press MEM button Press EDIT button again when editing is completed To Delete and Add Patterns Add pattern Z between D and E lB CDEFGH flash Re RECDREFGHIS flash 800 ABCD SEFGHII flash Z B ABCOZIEFGHIJ 4 flash Le R ABCDZEFGHIIKLM Press EDIT button Move the cursor to between alphabet D and E by pressing the width control button Press pattern 35 Press MEM button Press EDIT button again when editing is completed 95 if decorative stitch patterns letters numbers or manual buttonholes are uneven when you sew on a particular fabric adjust them with the feed balancing dial After sewing with an altered dial setting you must reset the dial to gt 96 o To Adjust Distorted Patterns Comperssed Patterns Correct by turning the feed balance dial toward the Use the large screw driver in your accessory box To Adjust Distorted Letters or Numbers EERE Sa Compressed Letters or Numbers Correct by turning the feed balance dial toward the X Drawn Out Pattern Correct by turning the feed balance dial toward the Drawn Out Letters or Numbers tae Correct by turning the feed balance dial toward the ta at What to do When The needle thread breaks The
3. 47 Topstitching Set the Machine 10 FOOT A Thread tension 2to6 A Zigzag toot or fn Zn z G Blind hem stitch foot The Stitch and Its Uses Topstitching emphasizes the lines of your garment and keeps seams and edges flat and crisp Accent suits or blouses with one or two rows of topstitching around the outer edges of cuffs lapels or collars Use the Auto Lock button to secure your topstitching and eliminate unsightly back tacking 48 Here s How 1 Lower the presser foot 2 Keep the edge of the fabric next to the right edge of Foot A 3 Evenly guide the fabric along this edge to produce an even row of topstitching 3 8 from the edge NOTE You can easily adjust your needle from left to right for topstitching without moving your fabric from under the presser foot See the next page for instructions EARN THE STITCHES Position the Needle for Topstitching The needle can be positioned to the left center and right 6 s o G CD To position the needle to the left To position the needle at the center To position the needle to the right You can move the needle to any position desired by You can move the needle to any position desired by You can move the needle to any position desired by pressing stitch width control button pressing stitch width control button pressing stitch width control button W 0 0 on screen is for left needle position
4. The pin on the right hand side G FOOT A Thread tension 2 06 The pin on the lett hand side ra E Zipper tect A Attach the zipper foot as shown 1 To sew on the left side of the zipper attach the foot holder to the right pins on the zipper foot 2 To sew on the right side of the zipper attach the foot holder to the left pins on the zipper foot 36 End of opening Top side ot fabric Top edge of fabric Prepare your fabric Put the top sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the zipper opening Use the reverse to lock the stitches Set the stitch length at 4 5 and sewing zipper opening Put in a Zipper Continued C Zipper teeth Sew in the zipper Fold back the left seam allowance as shown Turn under the right seam allowance to form a 1 8 fold Piace the zipper teeth next to the 1 8 fold and pin tn place NOTE Be sure the top of the zipper the slider is at the top of the garment Attach the foot holder to the right pins on the zipper foot Lower the zipper foot on the top side at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fold and the zipper tape Sew through the fold and the zipper tape to the point where the slider begins Lower the needle to hold the fabric and raise the presser foot 8 9 Open the zipper Lower the presser foot and stitch the rest of the seam 37
5. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use Read all instruction before using this sewing machine DA N G E R To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately atter using and before cleaning Always unplug before relamping Replace bulb with same type rated 13 2 V d c 3 Watts Do not reach for the appliance that has fallen into water immediately Unplug Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid WAR N N G To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this appliance ts used by or near children Use this appliance only tor its intended use as described in this manual Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual 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 for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment a 10 11 12 13 14 15 Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked Keep ventilatio
6. 36 FOOT A 36 Thread tension E po E a A Zigzag toot 15 or i F Satin stitch toot 2 Cut the fabric three times the finished width Here s How 1 Choose a soft lightweight fabric such as batiste gingham or challis 3 Set the stitch length control button at 4 5 and sew rows of straight 23 2a gt m 4s gathering stitches 3 8 apart across the area to be smocked i i je NOTE Loosen the needle thread tension to make gathering easier Knot the threads along the edge The Stitches and Their Uses Me any nO nee ee Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly Smocking is a delicate decorative treatment or children s clothes or women s blouses Secure the threads at the other end Sew the decorative stitches of your choice between the gathering stitches aN Oo p Pull out the gathering stitches Helpful Hint These stitches can be used in combination with others for any decorative effect you desire 84 Set the Machine 38 FOOT F Thread tension Pressure Adjusting Lever Tor2 E Satin stitch foot The Stitch and Its Uses The sand stitch fills in outlined embroidery designs Here s How Ts Outline the pattern with a Satin Strich Set stitch width at 1 5 Set stitch length at 0 3 or as you desire Fill in the design with the sand stitch Decrease the stitch width to fill in small spaces Sew in rows starting at the edge
7. higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot or to help you piace heavy fabrics under the presser foot Thread Cutter You don t need a pair of scissors to cut the thread after you finish sewing Just use the handy thread cutter Set Up the Machine Continued Accessory Storage Box Free Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table The extension table provides added sewing surface and can be Your sewing machine can do free arm sewing easily removed for free arm sewing This feature makes sewing easy for The lid of the accessory storage box lifts open toward For free arm sewing Bar tacking to reinforce pockets plackets Loa and waistlines on ready made or home Puli the end of the extension table away trom the machine as made garments to avoid fabric bunching Sewing accessories are conveniently located in the bay illustrated around the needle For attaching the table Push the extension table until its lugs fit into the machine 10 Stitching sleeves waistbands pants Darning socks or mending knees Sewing buttons on sleeves waistbands legs or any circular garment area elbows or areas of wear in children s ete clothes _ Know What the Presser Feet Will Do The Presser feet are an important feature of this machine You need to know what each foot does in order to use them effectively The Foot Storage Compartment w
8. seams on knits when attaching ribbing or on medium to heavyweight woven fabrics where you want a narrow seam brush guide Here s How 1 Place your fabric so that the raw edges fit under the wire guides and touch the black ridge and brush guide 2 Gently guide the fabric so that the raw edges always touch the black ridge and brush quide NOTE When sewing over several thickness under arms in crotch etc raise the presser foot slightly to ease the presser foot over the hump and keep stitches fram bunching 3 When you stop sewing remove the fabric by drawing it to the back and out The fabric or stitching will catch on the wire guides if you pull it toward you 61 Knit Stitch Double Edge Zigzag Set the Machine Set the Machine 20 FOOT A 27 E 27 FOOT C Thread tension 3106 Thread tension Black ridge and brush guide n A Zigzag toot C Overedge toot Set the pressure adjusting lever to 1 The Stitch and Its Uses The Stitch and its Uses Here s How so that the knit will retain its shape as yi knit stitch is ideal for sewing This stitch can be used for sewing Two rows of zigzag stitches are YOu are sewing swimwear and stretch velour fabrics that tend to fray extensively simultaneously sewn over the edge because it provides the greatest such as linens and gabardines to insure that your seams will not amount of elasticity and strength ravel Here s How 1
9. No 18 Single needles GRN 5 826815000 Twin needle 6 625031500 Additional spool pin 7 826801003 Automatic buttonhole toot 8 823801015 Straight stitch toot 9 822508005 Zigzag toot 10 822804118 Satin stitch foot 11 820817015 Blind hem stitch foot 102 823803006 822801001 8268171006 6864 000008806 647808009 820832005 647803004 6889 802424004 822020503 822019509 200002008 200003009 200005001 200013105 200027102 200028103 200029104 200030108 200031109 200032100 214872000 654805008 841620000 per instructions above Zipper toot Overedge foot Sliding buttonhole foot Needle threader Light bulb Buttonhole opener Large screw driver Small screw driver Oil and lint brush set Lint brush Large spool holder Small spool holder Piping foot Gathering toot Pin Tucking toot Hemmer toot Binder toot Roller foot Tefion toot 1 4 Seam toot Applique toot Cording toot Walking foot Embroidery foot Ruffler These items are not turnished with the machine but may be ordered A Accessories 2 Se aA he 8 Accessory storage box 8 10 Alphabet amp numbers 91 Appliqueing 43 76 Auto Lock pattern fle N wee ba 25 Automatic buttonholing 66 68 Automatic buttonhole foot Oe dele oie ees V2 EA AG 66 68 101 102 Automatic darning 43 64 65 Additional spool pin 18 Aut
10. Place your fabric to allow a 5 8 seam 2 Trim the seam allowance after sewing NOTE Be careful not to cut the stitches 62 o Rick Rack Stretch 32 Set the Machine 32 g 32 FOOT A Thread tension RO A Zigzag foot F Satin stitch toot 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 63 Sat the Machine 29 I 29 SS Fool J Thread tension Zto8 NE la J Sliding buttonhole toot The machine automatically darns rips and holes Large and small holes can be mended quickly and easily with this unique stitch Buttonhole foot J is used to hold the fabric securely while darning For extra support or strengthening the darn pin or baste a backing fabric such as organdy under the hole to be darned 64 Push foot slide back Press down the foot control The machine will lock the stitches sew 16 rows of darning lock the stitches and stop automatically Keep the foot control depressed until the machine stops sewing For extra strength on blue jeans or other work clothes the darn can be reinforced as shown above The finished darn measures 2 0 om 4 5 long by 0 7 cm 1 4 wide Hf hole is larger move the fabric and sew additional darning units until the hole is covered Darning Smail Rips UAM IHU SSL Teel ai
11. QUILT REINFORCE SEAMS SHELL TUCKS SMOCK STRAIGHT SEAM STRETCH STITCH TOPSTITCH SADDLE STITCH OUTLINE STITCH TRIMS SEW TWIN NEEDLE STITCH ZIPPER Raf Page Now that you are familiar with your machine and ready to sew what are you going to sew The following chart tells you in alphabetical order what sewing functions this machine performs and directs you to the proper page for detailed instructions in many cases you also have a choice of stitches FUNCTION STITCH PATTERNIS 10 15 16 20 27 28 See all Stitches marked S 10 13 14 28 10 10 14 17 25 26 33 35 28 23 24 36 37 41 10 71 12 and all Stitches marked S 10 18 17 20 22 21 22 24 25 30 36 40 41 10 40 52 41 43 61 62 74 40 45 53 55 56 61 63 73 75 80 B4 85 34 40 57 64 65 40 50 40 51 40 42 44 55 60 77 79 43 74 44 B4 40 47 52 54 40 45 53 55 56 61 63 73 75 80 84 85 40 48 41 56 41 55 42 62 75 42 80 36 38 40 39 i Stitch Pattern Chart Stitch Pattern LOCK A MATIC SEAM Vi i STRAIGHT STRETCH tregular 13 MENDING 40 Quilter Zipper toot Straight H Blind hem stitch foot Satin stitch foot Zigzag A Zigzag A Straight iH Zigzag A iF x Satin stitch foot Zigzag A Overedge C Zigzag A Regular seams pintucking quilting zippers 34 topstitching
12. Re e Ae A ee a aa a Ny et adi et eH Re N ee SEWING MACHINE Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact yann nearest Sears Service Center Be sure to provide al pertinent facts when you call or visit The model number of your Sewing Machine will be shown on your nomepdature plate on the back of your Sewing Machine Bae Pa 8 for location WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE TOPE NG INFORMATION PART NUMBER PART DESC IPTION MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM aia the parts you need are not stocked ocally our order will be electronically transmitte toa Sears nepar Parts Distribution Center for handlin ate
13. S lt fash 4 MEM P 5 04 fash A MEM P S H a flash 0 000000 O 93 Checking and Editing Your Program Example When patterns A B C D E F G H 1 J K L M N O are memorized The liquid crystal display will shown ABCDEFGHIJKLMN To Delete Patterns Without Adding Example Delete pattern D sae AJRCDEFGH flash A 0 sa eae a AECBIEFGHIIK a flash D e0 ET ETE ABCEFGHIJKL t flash E O EEA ABCEFGHIJKLMING Check pattern combination before sewing ABCDEFGH flash AO ABB CDEFG gt flash B 0 RBICDEFGHT gt 1 i I 1JIKLMNNO Press EDIT button Move the cursor to alphabet D by pressing width control button Press CLR button alphabet E will flash Press the EDIT button again when editing is completed LED will go off Press EDIT button flash alphabet A and cursor alternately gt means more memorized patterns exist off screen after the letter H Move the cursor to right by pressing width control button width control button for move to left Press the EDIT button again when editing is completed 94 To Delete and Add Patterns Replace D with Z ABCDEF GH 4 flash A i ae AGCDIEFGHIIKS flash D 1 O lt a gees ABCZEFGHIIK flash Z B tq flash Z
14. Small rips can be repaired by programming the machine to sew a shorter darn Begin the first row of the darn stopping the machine when you reach the bottom edge of the np For example you may only need to sew 5 stitches Press the reverse button but do not hold it The machine will now complete the 16 rows with 5 stitches in each row and stop automatically It is simple to make a darning of same size as the first one Press memory button when you have completed the first darning Depress the foot contro For a second darning of the same size Pressing mirror image button instead of memory button will give the same result but the darning is made in the reverse sequence o Adjusting Evenness of Darning sandy la tanus Saari if ord mat oR weed Bian porra sete afters mmp When the lett side When the right side is lower Select d1 or d2 to is lower Select d4 or d5 to give an even stitch give an even stitch t 2 amp dl 2 E E if there is a difference in height between the starting point left side and the end point right side of darning make adjustment by pressing the Cj or om button P EH b d adj d d5 ress 4 utton and adjust between d1 and d5 Upon pressing the button the selection is displayed on the screen 65 Set the Machine Bartack Thread tension 2106 X N Automatic buttonhole foot H 5 BH2 FOOT N Rounded Pl Se ror The machine sews three dif
15. Tension is too loose Tension is too tight The top thread shows through the The bobbin thread will come through bottom of the fabric The bottom the top of the fabric The top side side of the stitch will feel bumpy of the stitch will feel bumpy 23 Prepare the Top Thread Continued Adjust the Top Thread Tension Continued For Zigzag Stitch in the correct zigzag stitch the bobbin threads will not show on the top side of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side See below for the correct appearance To match this appearance adjust your top tension Top tension Top tension Teo Tight Too Loose Just Right Top side of Fabric Top side of Fabric Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Too Tight Too Loose Just Right Corner ot each zigzag will pull together on The top thread will loop through bottom Minuwmze the amount of top thread visible on side ot tabric and will be pulled almost the bottom side of fabric without causing the top side of fabrics excessive puckering or causing the bobbin thread to show on the top side Results vary with tabric thread and sewing conditions together 24 Main Function of Buttons Up Down needie Position button Auto Lock Burton z Reverse stitch button Reverse Stitch Button Use this button to secure seams Fainforce the seams and the top
16. a vacuum cleaner Remove the set screw on the left hand side of the needle plate Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob fits next to the with the screwdriver supplied with the machine stopper in the hook race Remove the needie plate Attach needle plate with screw Take out the bobbin Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it 99 Open face cover plate and oil two points as shown below at least once a year One or two drops of oil is sufficient Remove excess oil otherwise it may stain fabrics In case machine is not used for an extended time oil it before sewing Use Kenmore sewing machine ojj No other oiling is required 100 PARTS LIST 14 ry asks 2A RES 21 22 23 26 27 Oo amp amp amp amp Vi All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM D hy if the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Paris Distribution Center for expedited handing 102869107 Bobbin box with 10 bobbins 802422002 Quilter 102403202 Spool pin telt 813404013 No 11 Stretch fabric needles BLU 647814020 No 11 Single needles ORG 647814031 No 14 Single needles RED 647814042 No 16 Single needles PUR 647814053
17. darning mending basting 36 38 gathering etc 47 52 54 For fastening and securing at the beginning and the end of a seam Press the Reverse Button at end of seam Use on knits and other stretch fabrics good for topstitching Mend darn finish edges apply trims embroider gather buttons satin stitch monogram decorative stitches Use for sewing patches repairing straight or corner tears finishing seams on terrycloth sewing bar tacks for beit loops and drapery pleats istronger than zigzag Stiteh Pattern OVEREDGE SEAM 15 BLIND HEM STITCH 16 SADDLE STITCH BASTING 19 l l l Blind Hem Stitch G g imi bolt Zigzag A Zigzag A Blind Hem Stiteh IG Zigzag A Use far overcasting for knits and woven fabrics needing extra strength tor narrow seams on knits or heavy weight woven tabrics Use for stretch fabrics more elastic itch on knits bias Use in place of straight st non puckering seams tricot chiffon for a flat seam Topstitching suns blazers jumpers denim outfits Basting tailor tacks tack quilt layers STITCH 20 o p a TWIN NEEDLE STITCHES 21 I SCALLOP STITCH f 5 FEATHER STITCH He DOUBLE EDGE ZIGZAG 27 mg meee Toad Twin Needle Zigzag lA or Satin F Zigzag A Zigzag A Overedge C ee eooo en Use for swimwear and stretch velour Use tor s
18. edge of the fabric but still sew on the 1 8 extended edge See at left for proper stitch apperance 6 After hemming press both sides of the finished hem The right side of the garment will show only the blind stitches Helpful Hint Hemming Thin Fabrics Reduce pressure on the presser foot to avoid a distinct fine 73 Shell Stitch Set the Machine 28 4 28 FOOT G Thread tension 6 to Woven Fabrics F Satin stitch toot Here s How 28 W5 0 12 0 1 For best effect aT set the stitch width and length as you desire 5 ca Stitch width 4 0 to 6 0 you may need to tighten the top thread slightly et allow the needle to just clear the folded edge of the fabric when it zigzags The Stitch and lts Uses The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a blind hem over folded fabric Several rows of shell stitching are called shell tucks 2 If you sew rows of shell stitches space the rows 1 2 apart You can sew Shell Stitch on knits or soft silky wovens in any direction Shell stitching can be used to finish hems sleeve and neck openings Shell tucking can be used to create scalloped tucks on blouses and lingerie 74 e Scallop Stitch and Sat the Machine 2 FOOT A Thread tension A Zigzag toot EE F Satin stitch toot The Stitch and ts Uses Use this attractive scallop stitch to create scallop edges or decorate your sewing projects such as collars pockets or pl
19. edges of pockets At Straight Stitching Zigzag Stitching S ww 2 and Mending Stitching Press and hold the reverse stitch button The machine will sew in reverse until you release the button At Utility Stitching and Decorative Stitching Press this button then the machine will sew auto lock stitch immediately and stops automatically e Auto Lock Button At Straight Stitching Zigzag Stitching nw yu i 3 and Mending Stitching The machine will take a few stitches in place and stop automatically At Utility Stitching and Decorative Stitching Press this button running the machine then the machine will sew auto lock stitch at the end of pattern and stops automatically When you press this button the needle will go up or down it the needle is up and you press this button the needle will go down to its lowest position if the needle is down and you press this button the needie will go to its highest position 25 Control Panel 26 Display sharpness adjusting knob Mode Button Twin Needle Button Mirror Image Button Pattern Selection Button Memory Button Buttonholing Buttons Liquid Crystal Display at 22 23 24 25 26 27 EPA ESS Stitch Pattern Chart Section an 80 YO 71 5 y3 24 TS T A W oD BE 7 3 7 ERARSRSRRKECREC QOI 16 49 tf tI ta 95 16 t 49 BS 2 22 23 24 OXJABCDEFGH I 2K ELMHO CEHBSC DEF SRM SF FR
20. how to operate and care for your machine 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 6 of this booklet Model No 385 Serial No Retain these numbers far future reference THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE SECTION 1 SECTION 2 KNOW YOUR MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available 2 Locate and Identify the Parts Identify the Accessones PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING batt Up the Machine o Piugin the Machine and Switch c on a the Power Set the Foot Control eee Check the Feed Balance Dial TETEA E Adjust the Presser Foot Lever lanoo Thread Cutter Ah SLOSS at Accessory Storage Box ahd actors Ae Beg SA Free Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table asussa aao eee Know What the Presser Feet Will Do Foot Storage Com
21. on special tabrics NOTE The foot control is sensitive and will increase or decrease your sewing speed immediately Practice on a scrap ot fabric to regulate your sewing speed to your taste and needs 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 Egot Controller Model 21371 or YC 542 for use with Sewing Machine Models 385 19150000 through 385 19150999 and 385 19153690 8 For U S A market only Set the Pressure Adjusting Lever Pressure adjusting lever pce Open face cover plate The pressure adjusting lever should be set at 3 for regular sewing Reduce the pressure to 2 for applique cut work drawn work basting and embroidery Set the pressure to 1 when sewing chiffon lace organdy and other fine tabrics Velours and knits with a lot of stretch may also require a 1 setting 0 basting manual darning and embroidery Adjust the Presser Foot Lever High Normal up Position Position High position Position Presser foot lever The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your presser foot You can raise it about 1 4
22. or seam finish Place your fabric edge on the 5 8 seam line in order to produce a 5 8 seam 2 Sew as you would a straight stitch Helpful Hints for lightweight fabrics Set the pressure adjusting lever at 1 or 2 To seam and overcast tricot Set the stitch width at 3 Sew with the right hand stitch falling off the fabric edge Set tha Machina i8 FOOT A Thread tension 2t0 6 G Blind hem stitch foot The Stitch and Its Uses The saddle stitch is formed with one stitch foward two stitches backward and a fourth stitch forward You can achieve a lovely hand worked look when topstitching suits blazers jumpers and denim outfits with the saddle stitch NOTE Adjust the needle position for the effect you want 56 Here s How 1 Sew as you would for topstitching 2 To turn corners a Lower the needie into the fabric on the fourth stitch b Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric c Lower the presser foot and continue to sew Helpful Hint The Blind hem stitch foot is good to use when topstitching near the edge of the garment Just set the edge guide with the guide screw o Basic Zigzag Set the Machine 3 Thread tension on Th ners cr comely A Zigzag toot The Stitch and Its Uses The zigzag stitch is one of the most common and most versatile stitches on your machine It can be a utility stitch tor sewi g buttons buttonholes hemmi
23. professional finished look The machine can do these precision stitches much faster and more precisely than you ever dreamed possible Ekib ez Stitches covered in this section are Blind Hem Stitch stretch Shell Stitch Scallop Stitch and Cut Out Work Edging and Applique and Blind Hem Stitch stretch Set the Machine 28 lt 78 Foor G Thread tension 2to6 aan El Eis G Blind hem stitch toot The Stitches and Their Uses The stretch Blind Hem Stitch is to be used tor stretch fabrics because it is the stronger and more elastic of the blind hem stitches NO NO YES The regular blind hem stitch is strong enough for woven fabrics Blind Hem Stitch woven ees When the needie Light Weight Fabric i comes to the 1 8 to 2 8 ee right Heavy Weight Fabric Here s How 1 Finish the raw edge of your hem any way you desire See Overcasting p 59 2 Measure turn up your hem and pin NOTE For light weight fabrics you may need a double fold 3 Fold the material Bottom side out on the edge to be stitched as shown leaving 1 8 of the finished hem edge showing Turn the sliding guide screw so that the sliding guide is very close 1 18 to the left side of the blind hem foot 5 Place the fold of the hem against the sliding guide so that the 1 8 extending edge shows on the right The long zigzag stitch should barely pierce the folded
24. spindle i ee ee i Guide the thread around the thread guide Thread through the hole in the bobbin trom the inside to the outside Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle and push st to the right With the free end of the thread held in your hand depress the foot control Stop the machine when it has made a few turns and cut the thread close to the hole in the babbin Depress the foot control again When the bobbin is fully wound it will stop automatically O Return the bobbin winder to its original position by moving the spindle to the left and cut the thread as shown 19 Prepare the Bobbin Continued Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder Put the bobbin into the bobbin Pull about 4 inches of thread G Then pull the thread clockwise Pull out about 15 cm 6 of thread holder so that the thread feeds toward you through the tension toward the back of the machine and attach the hook cover plate counter clockwise left slot through the slot 20 Prepare the Top Thread e Thread the Needle Up Down needle position button Raise the presser foot lifter Press the Up Down needle position button twice to raise the needle Draw thread into thread guide using both hands Then down around the check spring holder G Firmly draw the thread from right to jeft over the take up lever and down into the take up lever eye T
25. stitch pattern or BT NOTE You may also use a satin stitch 4 When sewing curves leave the needle in the fabric raise the presser foot and turn the fabric Lower the presser foot and stitch Here s How For Cut Out Work Fe Choose a simple design and trace the outline on the right side of the fabric Place a piece of tulle or organdy under the design and pin in place NOTE You may want to use a contrasting 4 insert fabric to accent your work Baste the layers together stitching just outside the outline Remove the pins Stitch around the design using stitch pattern or B1 NOTE You may also use a narrow satin 5 stitch see p 58 Remove basting and cut the fabric inside the design close to the stitching using embroidery scissors Reinforcing Stitches 26 33 and 85 Feather Stitch Set the Machine 25 2 25 FOOT A Thread tension 2106 The Stitch and Its Uses This stitch is strong useful and decorative it can reinforce stretch and woven fabrics You can use it to sew spandex undergar ments or decoratively hem elastic fabric You may also use this stitch in patchwork quilting Here s How At Sew this pattern on a seam that is already joined and pressed flat 2 Butt two folded edges together and use this stitch to join them 77 Fagoting Stitch 33 Set the Machine 33 p 33 FOOT F Thread tension 3to
26. stops automatically 87 Two Cycle Stitching Lo mem 9 men Fl mem 53 mem El men ole mem 88 Press the Auto Lock Press Memory Press the stitch pattern Press Memory Press the next stitch pattern Press Memory Press the stitch pattern Press Memory Press the stitch pattern Press Memory Press the Auto Lock Press Memory 9 i 59 Ooo 4 O 59 D lt flash 0 59 61 flash o a a 59 61 00 flash a 59 61 59 flash 59 61 59 00 flash il 59 6159 61 00 fash 59 61 59 61 lt flash e59 6159 61 flash 59 6159 61 5s eiss sio To sew two of any stitch pattern press the memory button twice after selecting the stitch pattern numbers NOTE Continue to press the foot control until the machine stops automati cally To repeat the same combination of stitches just press the foot control again after stitching the first combination 4 means more memorized patterns exist before pattern 59 e Cycle Stitching by Pressing Mirror Image Button Press the Auto Lock Press Memory Press the stitch pattern N Press Memory Press Memory Press Mirror Image Press Mirror image Press the Auto Lock Press Memory i 4 button the same number of patterns will be sewn in Mirror image After selecting patterns and pressing t
27. thread at a time Decorate with Geometric Patterns 43 ad Set the Machine 49 49 FOOT F Thread tension 2108 fa F Satin stitch foot The Stitches and Their Uses These stitches are purely decorative You can sew one row or several or vary the stitch width and length for special effects Experiment on a scrap of fabric to see what special effects are possible Here s How 1 Adjust the stitch width and length as you desire Practice the stitch on a scrap of fabric 3 Mark the lines for decoration on the fabric using a washable fabric marker 4 Lower the needie at the starting point 5 Lower the presser foot 6 Lock the stitch at the beginning press auto lock 7 Gently guide the fabric along the marked line 8 Use the auto lock to secure the row of stitches at the end Helpful Hint You may want to combine these geometric decorative stitches with other decorative stitches See Programming Decorative Stitch Patterns p 87 90 for detailed instructions 81 82 Set the Machine 66 ft 66 FOOT F Thread tension 2106 F Satin stitch foot PECETE URE The Stitches and Their Uses Decorative stretch patterns can be used for adding creative and personalized touch to the items you sew for your home and family Cross Stitch Set the Machine 34 Thread tensi
28. until the pattern is filled in 85 Set the Machine 55 56 TEENE Thread tension 2108 Pressure Adiusting Lever 1lor2 F Satin stitch toot The Stitches and Their Uses These stitches can be used to quickly and neatly outline designs Use them to enhance appliques and create your own machine embroidered motifs 86 Pattern Pattern Here s How Draw the design on the right side of the fabric Place a tear away backing or iron on interfacing beneath the fabric for support where necessary Use the automatic settings or manually adjust the stitch length and width to achieve a desired effect Reduce the pressure to facilitate sewing curved areas and you may need to pivot on sharp curves A second row in the same or varied thread color can be sewn inside the first row for a more pronounced outline Program Decorative Stitch Pattems Set the Machine 61 k 6l FOOT F Thread tension 2106 F Satin stitch foot 57 80 etc o One Cycle Stitching Press the Auto Lock MEM Press Memory EI Press the stitch pattern MEM Press Memory 61 OG flash Cursor Press the Auto Lock 61 0 lt flash 6 men Press Memory 61 8 D E ft re rors See the Pattern Single Unit Chart You will sew one flower NOTE The machine will sew a single pattern each time the foot control is depressed Do not release the foot control until the machine
29. 1 102 103 0 Oiling bod peice occas GE aha SAU Outline stretch stitching ets 48 AT SS Overcasting stitching 59 Overedge foot 12 13 41 42 101 102 Overedge seam 41 61 P Parts list 2 cece ee eee es 101102 Pattern chart ad che ETE E Pa ty ees AO Pattern memory ale dala toate EDO Pattern selection 27 Pattern selection button ake QO LT Performance problems 97 98 Pintucking 6 00 00 002 eseeee 8O Portable case 2 ee te 4 Power supply 00 5 2 0002020 00822007 T Power supply plug 22 600 re Pie OE Power switch hia be sie of SEEE Presser bar 0 ee J5 Presser foot 5 12 14 Presser footiever 6 9 Pressure adjusting lever 2508 Program sewing 87 90 Q Quilter lt gt 12 13 51 101 102 Quilung oseo errre 40 51 R Reinforcingstitching 77 Reverse stitch button pple again SD ZO Rick Rack stretch stitching 44 63 104 S Saddle stitching ooo ee ee es 41 56 Sand stitching ee ce tee 45 85 Satin stitch foot 12 13 43 46 101 102 Satin stitching o ooann ororen 58 Seallop stitching 2 0 ee 42 75 Seam guides 0 0 06 7 5 34 Sewing function chart oe 2 bale nick clk wh Sa Bods Sewing lights soa serrana eee 7 Sewing on heavy fabrics sono oso 32 Shading stitehing 5 06 5 45 86 Sheli stitching occorrono
30. 10 38 Close the zipper and turn the fabric top side up Spread flat 11 12 13 Remove the zipper foot and attach the foot holder to the left pins on the zipper foot Stitch across and below the bottom of the zipper Turn the corner and continue to guide the foot along the zipper teeth as shown Stitch through the fabric and the zipper tape 14 76 16 17 Stop about two inches from the top of the zipper Lower the needie into the fabric and raise the presser foot Remove the basting stitches and open the zipper Lower the foot and stitch the rest of the seam Make sure the fold is even Chart of Sewing Functions FUNCTION APPLIQUE BARTACK BASTE BATHING SUIT SEW BLIND HEM BUTTON SEW BUTTONHOLE BARTACK ROUNDED KEYHOLE CROSS STITCH CUT OUT WORK DARN EDGE A GARMENT PROJECT DECORATE WITH STITCHES ELASTIC APPLY EMBROIDER FAGOTING create open work FINISH RAW EDGE STITCH PATTERNIS Ref Page 30 31 13 14 10 18 20 16 28 13 34 30 31 16 13 14 29 15 20 21 27 28 30 31 23 26 28 36 37 41 54 25 33 35 10 13 34 38 55 56 25 26 33 13 16 20 28 43 76 40 60 33 40 44 42 62 41 43 73 35 40 46 66 71 44 83 43 76 34 40 43 64 65 41 43 61 62 74 75 76 42 45 74 77 80 81 42 44 77 79 40 44 45 58 83 85 86 42 44 78 40 43 59 62 74 GATHER HEMS KNITS STRETCH FABRIC MEND PINTUCK
31. 57 B3 ete 2 2 Tiyra ma lt 87 90 e One Cycle Stitching 00 0 87 e Two Cycle Stitching 0 0 0 0 0c cee le 88 e Cycle Stitching by Pressing Mirro Image Button 89 Test Sewing Pattern Combinations 89 e Pattern Single Units 0 2 90 Memory Lock Alphabet and Numbers cae 91 Monogramming 00 fos ho ao EET aK Combining Letters in Block Style 2 0 22 92 e Combining Large and Small Letters 92 e Combining Letters in Script Style 93 o Checking and Editing Your aa chile bene se ses 9495 Adjusting Patterns 2 2 Gh EE reaa Satara OG To Adjust Distorted Patter Cie ile ee Re edi n t aide OG e To Adjust Distorted Letters or Numbers 96 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART Whatto Do When 2 22 20 2 22 97 98 CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE Cleaning the Machine 2 00 00 ccc ee eee 99 Cleaning the Bobbin Holder 0 99 Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dogs 99 Cleaning the Hook Race inlets a arene Paes OO Assemble the Hook Race 2 0 ct ce 59 Oiling the Machine 2 0000000002 cece cee 100 TELE ES E R MER E EAEE EEE Mec athe ett Sa 104 102 eC AGAR Ae ow Ure Dab eti 103 104 3 Portable Case or Cabinet is Available A full line of sewing cabinets ts available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our general catalog Another option buy a Carrying Case then y
32. B JEE 2G F Satin stitch toot The Stitch and Its Uses Use this stitch to join two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add design interest For other stitches that may be used in fagoting see stitch patterns and ip 77 78 Here s How 1 Fold under each fabric edge 1 2 and press 2 Pin the two edges to paper or tearaway backing 1 8 apart 3 Sew slowly guiding the fabric so the needle catches the folded edge on each side Helpful Hint You may want to set the stitch width on 7 0 for maximum effect 9 Elastic Casing Stitch Set the Machine 33 E 33 FOOT F Thread tension SIAE F Satin stitch foot The Stitch and its Uses Use this stitch to replace bias tape casings in such areas as wrists and waists In children s clothing this stitch is especially helpful because it reduces bulk Here s How 1 2 Slide a piece of 1 8 elastic under the foot then up through the slot in Foot F satin stitch Sew the elastic on the bottom side of the fabric pulling it gently to avoid sewing through the elastic Pull on the elastic to gather the fabric and bartack at both ends e Elastic Stretch Stitch 85 Set the Machine 35 z 35 FOOT A Thread tension or F Satin stitch foot The Stitch and its Uses Choose this stitch to attach elastic to garments Here s How 1 Mark the elastic into quarters a
33. Corded Buttonholes Set the Machine Thread tension 2to6 gee J Stiding buttonhole toot Use this procedure when you want to achieve a tailored more attractive raised buttonhole Use filler cord at least 15 inches of heavy thread Try a practice buttonhole first a PF oN gt gt 8 With the buttonhole foot raised hook the filler cord on the cord spur at the back of the buttonhole foot Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot until they clear the front end Hook the filler cord into the forks on the front of the J foot to hold them tight Lower the needle into the garment where the buttonhole will start and lower the foot Sew the buttonhole according to the buttonhole sewing instructions on p 69 to 70 Each side of the buttonhole and the bartacks will be sewn over the cord Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the sewing threads Pull the right end of the filler cord to tighten it Thread the end through a darning needle draw to the bottom side of the fabric and cut NOTE To adjust stitch density see p 70 71 28 4 28 Fool G Thread tension Zt0o6 i a a oe DITIS ert G Blind hem stitch toot 28 5 0 12 0 anh aes _ Stitch width 5 0 72 mming and Edging Stitches 16 28 0 and Hemming and Edging garments tablecloths napkins and craft items has often required careful hand sewing to produce a
34. LK Wt a 28 28 2 38 29 36 3 32 3 MB 3S 38 JF 3A 3S 40 PORS 2 Zz amp PRSE Display Sharpness Adjusting Knob D Stitch Width Control Button Stitch Length Control Button By turning the display sharpness adjusting knob sharpness of liquid crystal display will change Message Button Editing Button Direct Entry Stitch Buttons 1410 16 Clear Button Patterns 17 to 81 can he selected on this mode Patterns 00 to 40 can be selected on this mode Mode Button When the power switch is turned on the utility mode is set automatically Press the mode button to change to block alphabet or script alphabet The LED indicates the mode selected Pattern Selection Buttons Example Pattern 30 Siem sd 20 8 g Flashed alternately o Ge Foor Utility mode 2 Cursor Stitch No To Select a Stitch Pattern Press two numbers to indicate which pattern you want to use o Direct Entry Stitch Buttons M vep Utility mode 4 MODE A 12 FOOT A Example Pattern 12 Stiteh No Foot No MC IIIB 3 CC Ce ae os Ce ee You can select these patterns by pressing pattern selection buttons The following patterns can be selected simply by pressing the stitch button 27 Memory Button The Memory Button with its LED Light will memorize your pattern sel
35. RETCH Polyester Core Cotton 2 0 25 Nylon Tricot Jersey FABRIC NEEDLE Wrap 10 12 stitches Stretch Terry Spandex BLUE 50 Mercerized Cotton per inch Cire Tricot NOTE Raise the needle bar to its highest position by pressing the Up Down Needle Position Button Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it toward you Remove the needle by pulling it downward Insert the new needie into the needle clamp with the flat side away from you Push the needle up as far as it will go Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly with the large screwdriver from your accessory box 17 Remove the cover plate by Take out the bobbin sliding the hook cover plate release button to the right 18 Horizontal Spool Pin Ordinary Spoo Lift up the spool pin Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown Attach the large spool holder pressing it firmly against the thread spool The small spool holder is used with narrow or small thread spools S Spool s Felt Additional Spool stand Hole spool pin The additional spool pin is used to wind extra bobbin without unthreading the machine or twin needle sewing see page 80 To use insert the spool stand and an additional spool pin in the hole Place the felt and spool on the pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown Wind the Bobbin Thread guide Bobbin winding
36. W 3 5 on screen is for center needle position W 7 0 on sereen s for right needle position NOTE Left or right needle position is recommended for stitching edge of the fabric Besides the normal straight stitch method of topstitching this machine does other types of topstitching that are better for knits or produce a more elaborate decorative effect Always use zigzag foot A for left and right needle position Do not use straight stitch foot H 49 Set the Machine 10 FOOT A Thread tension 2ta6 eE 2 Oe A AW G Blind hem stitch toot Gil The Stitch and Its Uses Pintucks are narrow tucks spaced close together to add design interest on such items as blouses and pillowcases One pintuck can form a permanent front crease on knit pants 50 Here s How 1 Attach the blind hem stitch foot 2 Place the folded fabric under the presser foot 3 Position the needle 1 16 inside from the folded edge and lower the presser foot 4 Adjust the sliding guide on the blind hem foot to the folded edge by turning the guide screw as shown 5 Feed the folded edge smoothly against the sliding guide NOTE If the fabric tends to pucker hold the material slightly taut while sewing Also decrease the upper tension slightly Quilting Set the Machine i d 10 FOOT A Thread tension D Quilter Be A Zigzagtoot HH Straight stitch toot The Stitch and its Uses Quilt
37. abet and numbers in block and script styles Up to 31 patterns Memory lock patterns letters numbers punctuation marks and spaces can be programmed The patterns shown below are automatically locked Each letter and number is automatically locked at the beginning and end enabling you to remove the connecting at the beginning and end of the pattern threads The chart below shows where to clip the extra threads Each pattern startat O Use them alone as a single design on a shirt or combine them with letters numbers and other craft patterns ARCET CAU EMANO E eRe a i i 7 A 2 OVW eet OD 3 a a beh BODE A HTD FU CMIN O IURE Ol YEG HV Ye 2 LO LPR 4S CITES 91 Combining Letters in Biock Style Combining Large and Small Letters CASAL 28 5 FOOT F S s mem S0 flash mem f S0 flash 2 sf N o G ar ean i A flash M8 f P Aflash P 8 Y m Giorms S je E Gm OS Stee T 6 ia SHI ia SMI flash I 3 T i flash I a ne Mem Sm10 fian SMID flash ag SMIT 23 SMIT Aflash T flash T 9 11 SMITH 1 i SMITH flash H a flash H 8 nT Combining Letters in Script Style Step aca eja ee i 2 none A FooT F eg Lee se MEM eta PO lt flash Jb mem P 0 flash cg P S flash fe Postmen J6 gt P
38. ace mats You can create a delicate appearance on thin fabrics such as chiffon using a single layer of fabric with a tear away backing for support while stitching You can also use this scallop stitch to sew decorative edgings on the hemlines of dresses or sleeves SECTION 5 Top side of fabric Here s How 1 Sew your scallops at least 3 8 from the folded edge 2 After stitching trim fabric close to the stitching Be careful not to cut the thread Helpful Hints For thin fabrics Use a single layer of fabric with a tear away backing for support while stitching For hemlines and sleeves Use a tear away backing if necessary For collars pockets or craft projects Place interfacing between the layers of fabric to provide stiffness LEARN THE STITCHES Cut Out Work Edging and Applique and Set the Machine 30 z 30 FOOT F Thread tension 2to 8 SEG F Satin stitch foot The Stitch and Its Uses Cut Out Work and Applique are the major uses for this stitch butit can also be used to provide edging on many sewing proiects including placemats blankets collars cuffs and pockets 76 Pressure Adjusting Lever 2 Here s How For Applique 1 Use a fusible heavy weight interfacing behind each piece of your applique Cut the interfacing slightly smaller than the design pieces Tape or baste the applique in place and sew around each piece with
39. ack The machine will stop automatically J STEP Z step 2 J E STEP 3 e a af of i A i ne PRESS BHI KEY 4 To sew another buttonhole or to start from the 5 Cut the opening with the buttonhole beginning of the buttonhole press the key BH1 then opener in your accessory box depress the foot control To reinforce the buttonhole or make it denser simply depress foot control again without raising the button hole foot 67 Adjust the Stitch Width and Density Stitch Width CJ W5 0 10 4 The stitch width button controls the stitch width His pre set at 6 0 Press 7 or to adjust the stitch width of the entire buttonhole 68 Stitch Density in Entire Buttonhole WI OLOA Fine Coarse stitches stitches The stitch length button controls the stitch density It is pre set at 0 4 Press or to adjust the stitch density of the entire buttonhole Manual Buttonholing MT Set the Machine Thread tension 2to6 q J Sliding buttonhole toot T Y ge NOTE Do not put finger screw driver or any other object near or under the sensor when sewing buttonholes by using sliding buttonhole foot 4 Otherwise the sewing procedure in the pattern indicator may advance to the next steps Carefully mark the buttonhole length on your garment b Change to the sliding buttonhole foot insert the garment under the f
40. ails Stitch Patterns 73 15 and D Quilter D Quilter P This attachment turns your zigzag foot into a quilting foot See p 51 for detailed instruc tions Stitch Pattern E Zipper Foot E Zipper toot This foot can be set to sew on each side of your zipper The edges of the foot guide the and keep the seam zipper straight For details on sewing zippers see p 36 38 Stitch Pattern F Satin Stitch Foot F Satin stitch Use this transparent foot for outlining applique and Cut Out Work as well as for all your Decorative Stitching and monogramming Stitch Patterns 13 Know What the Presse t Feet Will Do Continued Presser Foot Types Continued G Blind Hem Stitch Foot G Blind hem stitch foot Use this foot for perfect blind hemming and topstitching The foot has ridges on the bottorn to keep the fabric from slipping and a guide screw on top to guide the folded edge of your hem For detailed instructions see p 48 50 and 72 73 Stitch Patterns 16 18 and 74 H Straight Stitch Foot H Straight stitch foot Use this foot exclusively for straight stitching Stitch Patterns and Center needle position J Sliding Buttonhole Foot J Sliding buttonhole toot Use this foot for manual buttonholing it is marked to help you measure your button holes accurately The maximum length of buttonhole th
41. and insert the foot control plug machine plug and power supply plug in this order For Your Safety 1 While in operation always keep your eye on the sewing area and do not touch any moving parts such as the thread take up lever balance wheel or needle 2 Always turn off the power switch and unplug from the power supply When leaving the machine unattended When attaching or removing parts When cleaning the machine 3 Do not piace anything on the foot control except in use 10 O FOOT A Power switch Sewing light When the power switch is turned on the straight stitch is set on liquid crystal display automatically Store the power supply cord Power supply cord can be stored in extension table as shown Set Up the Machine C ontinued l Set the Foot Control Foot control L The toot contro regulates the speed at which you sew For most sewing the groove in the Feed Balance Dial should point to the arrow gt You will rarely need to adjust the dial But if necessary use this dial to regulate the feed balance for To increase speed gently press down with the bail of your foot To decrease speed release your foot pressure slightly Buttonholes See p 70 for details Any stretch stitch such as patterns _ 15 ma 8 20 20 3 25 27 Bo 47 57 BJ 80 and monogramming when sewing
42. and waists tack down elastic Fagoting doin two folded edges for decorative open work appearance Use in embroidery combine with letters and numbers tor samplers Zigzag A Satin F Zigzag A Satin F Use tor applying elastic Smocking on children s clothes blouses curtains etc Stitch Other Thread Adjusting ee ee ee ee ace POE Sas SAND Fill in designs already outlined with satin STITCHING p Satin F S DECORATIVE 43 GEOMETRICS 54 Satin IF i or other embrardery stitch SHADING 55 STITCH 56 Satin F 3g 4t 57 Satin F Decorate garments with one row or several one stitch or a combination Use tor free hand machine embroidery and attractive shading stitch applique Decorate with flower or leaf designs Use m combination pragrammabie or singly 87 B9 BEBRRBRBAGE RAR RREEERRBE 45 STRETCH STITCH DECORATIVE Refer to Page Other Thread Adjusting MONOGRAM Numbers and letters or sentences may be 91 93 patil programmed in sequence tor monogramnming Period Satin IF Space go i01 ifo 103 Hos 105 1 08 1 07 108 ag 0O 1121314i5 16171819 A 44 42 F4 EIS PIS LT H18 11S jj 20 A BIC EFIGIKHRIJJIK z 22 24 23 27 i 28 i 29 ii 30 31 BooodauboaoD g 33 9 34 i 35 37 38 an g xyy iz amp ry Buttonholes in three shapes also corded
43. at can be made by this foot is 30 mm For detailed instructions see p 64 and 69 71 Stitch Patterns N Automatic Buttonhole Foot N Automatic buttonhole foot Use this foot for one step automatic buttonholing Simply set a button on the guide of this foot and depress the foot control You can then sew exactly the same length of buttonhole as the button For detailed instructions see p 66 68 Stitch Patterns Check the Presser Foot Your presser foot is held in place by a Foot Holder Each presser foot merely snaps on the foot holder which is seldom removed If you need to remove or attach the foot holder here is what you do To Remove To Attach Presser bar To Remove To Attach Turn the screw toward the back of 1 Match the hole in the foot the machine Use the large screw holder with the threaded hole driver in the presser bar 2 Fit the foot holder screw into the hole 3 Tighten the screw by turning it toward you o Change the Presser Foot Use the correct presser foot for the stitch you wish to sew Consult the Stitch Pattern Chart and the detailed directions for sewing with the various Presser feet To snap off To Snap Off the Presser Foot Tk Up Down needie postion button Press the Up Down Needle Position Button to raise the needle to its highest position Raise the presser foot Press the red button on the back of the foot holder The p
44. bric needle thread and stitch length GNA sea soa eet area ee A pesed Face cover plate bo yan E an E Fagoting ey inate ele woe alaia 7B Feather stitching om Pore tet 2 42 77 Feed balance dial 02 _ 5 8 96 Foot control Ly wigan Hei BSB Footoe sisri ninaa ekp ia s 15 Foot storage compartment TEON E 12 Free armsewing 2 segata t 10 71 G Gathering 52 H Hook cover plate aaa aaau 5 18 99 Hand wheel 2 Bo akan 68 ee es B Hemming and edging stitching id RP are herds Horizontal spool pin 000 00 we 18 K Knit strtching 0 pa 4 ED BD L Large screw driver 3 23 6 101 102 RED UGA oo oga ng ae E Light and power switch 9 00 eee kihat BUD 2 2 sep ees oa Ae we a Lint brush lt Sewana 6 99 101 102 Lock a Matic seam 0 22 0 46 54 M Mode button 297 Machine plug 002 ee eee 7 Machine socket 2 002 000 iis E N i Manual buttonholing ne ews nat 68670 Memory button 26 28 Mending 40 60 Mirror image button 20 00020 26 28 Monogramming 46 92 Message button 5 dl aca He one Ee N Needle 3 1617 101 102 Needle clamp EE EEE 230 97 Needle plate 2 0 0 0 a 5 31 Needle position Pena A9 Needle set 0 ee ces 8 Needle thread and fabric chart 17 Needle threader 10
45. c 1 4 turn and sew another tayer of guiding stitching over the first layer Therefore NOTE If your fabric is thin or badiy damaged use a separate piece of fabric under the hole to Hold the hoop correctly refinforce it Always work from left to right Move work jengthways not sideways 6 When darning is completed reset the Presser adjusting lever to 3 tension dial to 5 and raise the feed dog NOTE See pages 64 65 automatic darning for a quick easy way to mend rips amp holes 34 Sew a Button Set the Machine Thread tension 3 to 6 E fH AE ais a F Satin atiteh Drop teed lever foot 4 Drop the feed dogs see p 32 Match the button holes to the horizontal slot on the presser foot Lower the toot to hold the button in place Turn the hand wheel by hand until the needle point is just above the button Press the stitch width button or so the needle will enter the left hole of the button o Draw thread to reverse side ot tabrie Turn the hand wheel so the needle will enter the right hole of the button Readjust the stitch width if necessary Stitch several times After you finish sewing cut the thread but leave 3 to 4 inches of thread at the button Draw the thread to the reverse side of the fabric and knot the threads When sewing the button is completed raise the feed dogs tor normal sewing 35 Set the Machine 4 10
46. ceive a great deal of strain ie children s clothes The 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 instead of break when the fabric stretches 53 Set the Machine Thread tension 2106 A Zigzag toot For general sewing the lock a matic stitch iS the fastest way to sew and secure a seam It is programmed to automatically sew reverse stitches at the beginning and when the reverse stitch button is pressed at the end of a seam Seams are sewn quickly and securely 54 Lower the needle close to the top edge of the fabric The machine will sew four stitches forward four stitches in reverse then continue sewing forward ui Reverse stitch i button When you reach the lower edge of the fabric touch the reverse button The machine will sew tour reverse stitches four forward stitches then stop sewing Outline Stretch Set the Machine 17 FOOT A Thread tension 3106 a A Zigzag toot Reenter rennet REES 1 Blue needle No 11 The Stitch and Its Uses This stitch pattern a variation of the straight stitch is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams On tricot and filmy chiffons it can be used to seam and overcast at the same time to produce a narrow almost invisible seam
47. ection Press the Memory Button after you select your stitch pattern The LED light will go on to show that the machine has recorded your selection NOTE If you are selecting a series of different stitch patterns you must press the memory button after each selection The machine will remember them in order 28 Mirror Image Button Use this button to sew amp memorize patterns in a mirror image sew amp memorize letters and numbers in two third size Clear Button The Clear Button works in two ways to clear a series of stitch patterns depending on whether you have pressed the foot control 1 Foot Control Not Pressed The Clear Button clear one stitch pattern at a time beginning with the last selected and ending with the first selected This allows you to correct any mistakes made while programming a series of patterns The Clear Button will delete all stitches at once if pressed after editing 2 Foot Control Pressed The Clear Button deletes all stitch patterns in the series at once NOTE Turning off the machine will clear the memory completely Twin Needle Button e Editing Button Stitch Width Controf Button Stitch Length Control Button Just press this button and the machine Use this button to Stitch width and stitch length will be automatically reduces the maximum _ check and correct pattern combi showing on liquid crystal display width for twin needle sewing na
48. ewing parallel rows of straight or decorative stitches adding an exquisite touch to table linen and clothing Al 3 A g HAA p Use for scalloped edges on collars pockets or placemats Create a delicate edge on thin fabrics Decorate edges on hemlines or sleeves Hand quilting stitch used to reinforce stretch and woven fabrics use on spandex under garments and to decoratively hem elastic fabric Use for patchwork quilting Use for fabrics that tend to fray extensively such as linens and gaberdines me ie to Page Stitch Other Thread Adjusting BLIND HEM 2 6 Use tor woven tabrics blind hem and STITCH overcasting Blind Hers 28 Stitch G j SHELL AET Finish hems sleeve and neck openings STITCH Use on nylon tricot and other lingerie to overcast and seam i Satin IF Do shell tucking on blouses and lingerie 28 3 AUTOMATIC Sateen Ree Barn nps and holes quickly and automati DARNING cally Sliding i CUT OUT WORK EEEE Use on cut out work and applique for edging APPLIQUE the designs also on placemats blankets collars cuffs and pockets Satin F 30 31 JE 43 RICK RACK STRETCH ELASTIC CASING FAGOTING STITCHING 34 ELASTIC STRETCH E 5 S SMOCKING STITCHES 36 g 44 Zigzag A Satin F Decorate garments with one row or several Use paper behind Satin F Satin F Elastic Casing Replace bias tape casings in wrists
49. ferent types of buttonhole to meet every sewing need All three buttonholes are made in the same way The automatic buttonhole foot will gauge the buttonhole length Before you sew buttonholes on the actual garment make several practice button holes on a scrap of the same fabric 66 Buttonhoider Buttonhole Press the Up Down Needle Position 2 a Draw both threads toward the left under the foot Button to raise the needle to its b Lower the needle to the bottom mark highest position e Lower the presser foot Raise the presser foot d Open the button holder by pulling it back as shown above Remove the foot holder e Place the button you intend to use on the button holder of the Attach the automatic buttonhole automatic buttonhole foot N foot by tightening the foot holder f Press the back of the holder towards you to secure the button sei NOTE If the thickness of button is more than 0 4 cm 3 16 measure thickness and diameter and set the button holder as shown j EXAMPLE If the button is 2 cm 3 4 in diameter and 0 5 cm 3 169 in thickness set the measure 2 5 em 37 32 mehr Le Add thickness and diameter And use the sum for the setting Diameter 2 5 em 31 32 cond 3 Depress the foot contro and keep depressed until the machine stops by itself The buttonhole will be automatically sewn the front bartack and left row first then the right row and back bart
50. firm gathers 1 Set the stitch length to 4 0 2 Loosen the needie thread tension to 2 or as desired 52 NOTE Steps 3 and 4 are for 5 8 seam allowances For other widths adjust your fabric accordingly Sew the first row of stitches with the right edge of Foot A on the edge of the fabric Sew the second row with the right edge of Foot A following the first row of stitches Using both hands pull the bobbin threads from each end of the fabric until you have the gathers you want Knot the threads at each end even out the gathers Here s How for light weight fabrics ruffles and flounces 9 OSE oe a a Set your stitch length at 4 5 Secure your gathering rows at the beginning Stitch two rows as in steps 3 and 4 for medium weight fabrics Do not lock the threads at the end of your stitching rows Pull the bobbin threads to produce the fuliness you desire Knot the threads and even out the gathers Straight Stretch Set the Machine Thread tension A Zigzag foot or H Straight stitch foot The Stitch and its Uses This stitch is the stretch variation of the straight stitch especially developed for knits and stretch fabrics This stitch can also be used for topstitching A NOTE ON STRETCH STITCHING Stretch stitching was developed to be used on stretch fabrics and knits It can be used on other fabrics as well It works well on curved seams and on any garments that will re
51. he e Test Sewing Pattern Combinations Programmed patterns T To Start Sewing at the Beginning of Your Pattern Combination There may be instances when you want to test a pattern without sewing all the patterns Sew as much as necessary then press the Memory button The machine will now start sewing at the beginning of your pattern combination Programmed patterns To Start Sewing at the Beginning of the Pattern You Have Been Sewing if you run out of thread in the middie of a pattern press the Mirror Image Button Remove the stitching of the last pattern only Lower the needle at the end of the last completed pattern The machine will start sewing at the beginning of the pattern you have been sewing when you have run out of thread and continue sewing the remaining patterns 89 90 Pattern Single Units Aid to Programming Up to 31 patterns can be programmed in the memory a ze 11 BHI BH2 BH3 19 29 The following patterns i g l m 25 26 f E cannot be used in programmed sewing The following patterns are one point sewing 3 The foot control is depressed only a single pattern is sewn a each time 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 z z z z z z z 5 i H z hy ox f ME 3 Ww i 60 64 62 63 73 75 X 4 lt RI 80 The auto lock stitch is not programmed on above patterns Memory Lock Alphabet and Numbers Your machine will sew the 26 letters of the alph
52. he needle thread is not threaded properly The presser foot pressure is not strong enough The wrong needle is used PUND Do Refer to page 17 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 23 Refer to page 47 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 26 Readjust Refer to page 17 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 21 Refer to page B Change the needle 1 The needle thread tension is too tight 2 The needle thread is not threaded correctly 3 The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn 4 The stitch length ts too jong for the fabric The presser foot pressure is not correctly adjusted Reference Refer to page 23 Refer to page 21 Refer to page 17 Make stitch dense Refer to page 8 Seam puckering Refer to page 99 Refer to page 8 Make stitch coarsen Refer to page 32 1 The feed dog is packed with lint 2 The presser foot pressure is too weak 3 The stitches are too fine 4 The feed dog was not raised after drop feed was used The cloth is not feading gt smoothly Refer to page 23 Refer to page 17 G i 1 The needle thread tension is too loose athering 2 The needle is too heavy or light for the fabrics being sewn Refer to page 7 Refer to page 99 Refer to page 19 The machine is not plugged in or plugs are not fully inserted 2 A thread is caugh
53. hen down through the lower thread guide Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide on the left Thread the needle from front to back 21 ARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING _ lt Prepare the Top Thread Continued Pick Up the Bobbin Thread Up Down needle position button Hold the top thread lightly with Press the Up Down Needle Position Button Pull both threads under and to the your left hand Twice back of the presser foot leaving 4 Bring the bobbin thread up by pulling the top to 6 inches of thread clear thread 22 Adjust the Top Thread Tension Choose the Correct Tension Tap side of tab 2 Hi The best tension will depend on Setting mark the stiffness and thickness of the fabric Loosen the number of fabric layers the type of stitch The top thread is too tight The top thread i5 100 loose Tighten Top side ot fabric Top side of fabric For Straight Stitch The top thread The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of appears on the fabric as shown above magnified to show detail undersides the The bobbin thread appears on the upper surtace of the tabric if you look at the stitch front and back you will notice that there are no gaps that each stitch is smooth and even ag JEL When adjusting top thread tension the higher the number the tighter the top thread
54. ing is stitching two layers of fabric together with batting in between to add dimension and warmth You can use quilting on entire garments or parts of garments such as yokes pockets cuffs and collars Jt its also popular for table fashions In addition to straight stitch quilting you can quilt with decorative stitches or stitch pattern combinations Here s How To do quilting successfully follow these simple steps 1 Loosen the quilter screw on the back of the presser foot as shown 2 Slide the quilting guide D into the opening under the screw to the width between lines of quilting stitches you desire 3 Tighten the screw Sew the first row of stitching Sew other rows guiding the quilting guide over the previous row of stitching NOTE When you are quilting large areas tack the layers together with the basting stitch Then quilt from the center out Another quilting variation Instead of quilting with rows of straight stitches you can bartack your quilt at regular intervals Set up the machine as if you were going to sew a button isee p 35 Position your fabric and bartack 51 Set the Machine 10 O FOOT A Thread tension A Zigzag toot 10 G W3 5 L40 LENGTH Om The Stitch and Its Uses Use this stitch to gather trim skirts sleeves at the top smocking or any time you want more fullness Use two rows of stitches Here s How for medium weight fabrics and tight
55. 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 59 Set the Machine ia Aee FOOT A Thread tension 3106 g hE A Zigzag foot The Stitch and its Uses The mending or multiple zigzag is a comb nation zigzag and straight stitch Use the mending everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch It has more strength elasticity and is flatter than a regular zigzag The mending stitch is especially useful for sewing patches smoothly and securely repairing straight tears finishing seams on terrycloth sewing bar tacks for belt loops and drapery pleats 60 Here s How to Repair a Tear ISTE S HOw to Nepair a lear Straight position the tear under the needle so that the stitching will catch beth sides Cornered stitch from each end to the center Use a piece of fabric under the tear to reinforce your mending e Overedge Seam 15 Set the Machine 3 Thread tension C Overedge toot The Stitch and Its Uses This stitch pattern combines the straight and the zigzag stitches using the overedge foot to stitch and overcast seams in one step It also is a stretch stitch to provide elasticity for knits and extra strength for woven fabrics Use this stitch when you want a narrow seam that you do not have to press open flat it is ideal for 1 4
56. ise stitch as usual y pucker some light o Overcasting Stitch Set the Machine 3 Thread tension 3 to 6 C Overedge toot The Stitch and its Uses This zigzag variation is very useful in garment construction and in finishing raw edges of any sewing project Here s How 1 The black ridge and brush and the guide wires on the overedge foot keep the edge neat and the fabric straight 2 Place your fabric so that the double guide wires come to the edge Black ridge and brush guide NOTE These wires keep light weight fabric trom rolling into a ridge and hold medium weight fabric flat The machine will stitch over these wires The black ridge and brush will keep the loose threads in so that the needle can stitch over them 3 As you sew be sure your fabric edge pushes against the black ridge and brush quide 4 When you stop sewing remove the fabric by drawing it to the back and out The fabric will catch on the wire guides if you pull it toward you Helpful Hints For overcasting folded fabric You can also fold the raw edge of the seam and overcast 1 Start the fold by sliding it under the needle and lowering the needle NOTE Be sure your needle is in the left position 2 Lower the presser foot so that both guide wires are on the fabric 3 Fold the fabric to the left 1 8 as you feed it into the machine and stitch Start overcasting about 1 8
57. istent in thickness e Fabric Needle Thread and Stitch Length Chart NEEDLE RECOMMENDED FABRIC SIZE AND THREAD SIZE STITCH LENGTH COLOR SETTING Lightweight Batiste Dimity Chiffon Silks Fine Lace Organza Crepe Taffeta Voile Organdy Polyester Core Cottan Wrap Fine Mercerized Cotton Silk A 20 12 stitches per inch 41 ORANGE Medium Weight Cotton Cotton Blends Percale Gingham Shantung Piqua Seersucker Satin Knits uitings Linen Woo Crepe Leather 50 Mercerized Cotton Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Sik A 20 25 10 12 stitches per mch 50 Mercerized Cotton Medium Heavy Weight Corduroy Denim Wool 14 RED Mercenzed Heavy Duty 2 5 3 0 Sailcloth Wool Flannel or Polyester Core Cotton 8 10 stitches Gabardine Velvets 46 PURPLE Wrap per inch Leather Sik A Heavy Duty Mercerized Cotton Heavy Weight Coatings Upholstery 3 0 Cotton Duck Heavy 18 GREEN Polyester Core Cotton 8 stitches per Twills Canvas Wrap inch Sik A 4 0 4 5 4 6 stitches per inch 16 PURPLE 18 GREEN Buttonhole Twist fUse as top thread only Decorative top stitching on all types of fabric Stretch Fabrice Polyester Double Knits 11 ST
58. ith mast of the presser feet is located in the accessory storage box See page 10 Automatic buttonhole foot N and other sewing accessories will be found under the Foot Storage Compartment Foot Storage Compartment ED CS OR RL G Blind hem So CEL stitch foot PY A Zigzag toot S59 D Quilter fie 0a 2 fio 74 77 26 EX ds E Zipper foot Q Lae K C Overedge ES toot RBS pal fis 27 E Satin stitch J Sliding H Straight stitch toot foot buttonhole fot a 12 NOTE The numbers atter each foot indicate the stitch patterns where you use the foot The Automatic Buttonhole Foot N fits in the accessory storage box as illustrated N Automatic buttonhole toot Presser Foot Types A Zigzag Foot A Zigzag foot Use this foot for both straight and zigzag stitching The black button on the right side of the foot sets the foot to remain rigid so that you can sew on heavy fabrics See p 32 for detailed instru ctions Stitch Patterns s C Overedge Foot C Overedge toot This foot is especially constru cted for stitching and or over casting seams The small brush and wire guides help control the fabric hold the raw edge in place and keep jt from puckering especially when sewing on knit fabrics You may use this foot for the regular zigzag stitch or with the overedges stitch See p 59 and 61 62 for det
59. lever in the direction of the arrow the lever in the direction of the as illustrated arrow as illustrated Then turn the handwheel Feed dogs must always be up for normal sewing PRACTICE COMMON STITCHING SKILLS Basting Set the Machine 19 FOOT A Thread tension Pressure Adjusting Lever O a Drop teed lever A Zigzag foot Blue needie No 11 Drop the feed dogs see p 32 4 Press the toot control The machine will make one stitch and stop automatically Release the foot control 3 Hold the fabric taut and slide it to the place where you want the next stitch 4 Press the foot control When basting is completed reset the presser adjusting lever to 3 reset the tension dial to 5 and raise the feed dog 33 Set the Machine Ww 10 O FOOT A Thread tension 27106 M L Pressure Adjusting Lever 0 reer gt 1 Drop the feed dogs see p 32 How to darn correctly 2 Stretch the fabric with the hole in the center Make the turning points of each row blunt or the er between embroidery hoops as shown stitching will draw little holes at the ends Beginners F Satin stitch may prefer the L or M movement foot Drop teed lever 3 Lower the presser bar and sew at a slow speed Take care not to get circles 4 Move the fabric back and forth slowly until you have covered the darning area f The quick mastering of this work depends on proper 5 Turn the fabri
60. n openings of the sewing machine and toot controller free from accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not use outdoors Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered To disconnect turn all controls to the off O position then remove plug from outlet De not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break Do not use bent needles Do not pull or push fabric while stitching it may deflect the needle causing it to break Switch the sewing machine off 07 when making any adjustment in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot and the like Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT Be sure to keep machine away heat sources humidity and direct sunlight 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 on
61. nd match these to the center front center back and side seams Place the middie of the elastic under the center of the presser foot and stitch into place making sure the elastic is evenly distributed 79 Set the Machine 40 FOOT F Z C3 Thread tension a Pat A Zigzag foot F Satin stitch toot e Twin needie PADE HABE 80 Turn off and unplug the machine before changing the needle to the Peba twin needle Insert the additional spool pin and put the felt and spool on it with the thread comming off the spool as shown Press the twin needle button When threading the machine for twin needle sewing follow this chart making sure you separete the threads placing one in each thread guide on the sides of the needle bar Threading from T to 3 is the same as for single thread Refer to page 21 Draw the threads down and slide them through the lower thread guide Slide one of the threads through the needle bar thread guide on the left and the other one on the right Thread the needle from front to back At corners raise the needle till they clear the fabric Partially raise the presser foot and carefully pivot the fabric When twin needle sewing is completed change needle and reset tension if necessary To return to single needle sewing press the Twin Needle button or turn off the power switch NOTE To avoid the thread twisting it is advisable to thread the machine one
62. needle thread is not threaded properly The needle thread tension is too tight The needie is bent or blunt The needle is incorrectly inserted The needle thread and the bobbin thread are not set properly under drawn to the rear of the presser foot when sewing is starting The fabric is not drawn to the rear when sewing The thread is too heavy for the needle PWNS 2 The bobbin thread breaks Refer to page 21 Refer to page 23 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 17 Refer to page 22 Refer to page 47 Refer to page 17 The bobbin thread is not threaded property in the bobbin holder Lint has collected in the bobbin holder The bobbin ts damaged and doesn t turn smoothly Mo The needle breaks Refer to page 20 Refer to page 99 Change the bobbin The needle is incorrectly inserted The needle is bent or blunt The needle clamp screw is loose The tension of the needle thread is too tight The fabric is not drawn to the rear when sewing is finished The needle is too fine for the fabric being sewn Aapwn Screen is not clear Skipped stitches The sharpness of the liquid crystal display is not adjusted properly The needle ts incorrectly inserted The needle is bent or blunt The needle and or threads are not suitable for the work being sewn A blue tipped needle is not being used for sewing stretch very fine fabrics and synthetics T
63. ng overcasting mending and darning It can also be used to decorate with trims appliques and cut out work or as a decorative stitch Here s How The many ways to sew a Zigzag stitch are as varied as the stitch patterns on this machine or as the width and length settings allow Consult the specific variations for detailed directions The zigzag stitch as a utility stitch has several variations discussed in this section Satin Stitch Overcasting Stitch Multiple Zigzag QOveredge Seam Knit Stitch Satin Stitch Set the Machine Thread tension 3to8 Pressure Adjusting Lever tor2 Ste A Zigzag toot F Satin stitch toot Default setting _13 AWA W5 0 12 2 Stitch width Stitch Length as desired 02 to 1 0 tor as desired winTH LENGTH lm A The Stitch and Its Uses HE nten and its Uses The Satin stitch is a versatile 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 attractive in applique and is the basis for the geometric stitches to on this machine 58 Zigzag width Stitch 1 15 length lt t g 4 Close to 0 2 i Here s 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 ma weight fabrics Otherw
64. nitStitth 20 00 202 oes tae De ee er oe eee agueae ee e Rick Rack Stretch B2 00 0 Be panes la 83 Automatic Darning 29 2 vee bees ps ce GAIMBE Darning Small Rips 2 i4 E MES e Adjusting Evenness of Darning 6B Automatic Buttonholing F 1 E7 66 68 Adjust the Stitch Width and Density 68 Manual Buttonholing Tf Sel deve Sakap by 4G Put ane BOZO Stitch Density on an ee ree ee ene te EO Corded Buttonholes fr fo Hemming and Edging Le iel H a Ba BO and BF 7278 o Blind Hem Stitch stretch fel EH Qe wes RE OTS Blind Hem Stitch woven Raj aale Qadt begs es eee Pe e Shell Stitch 28 m EE a A te OA e Scallop Stitch 21 A and pal i Seer eae ee wa 2B e Cut Out Work Edging and Applique 80 and E 76 Reinforcing Stitches Ba 33 and 35 77 79 Feather Stitch 25 o n uaaa eee P o Fagoting Stitch 33 2 bff arama eke EB e Elastic Casing Stitch dean Gl 20 heen S lt 79 s Elastic Stretch Stitch 35 79 Twin Needle Stitching 27 Z3 B BB Bal Ba ol and 4 2 0 ee 80 Decorate with Geometric Patterns m Ba B1 Decorate with Stretch Stitch Patterns fal a and 67 bo ET 82 Cross Stitch BA De 83 Smocking 23 BA B j EN ana ET chindangey B Sand Stitch 38 mech ie wee a eal Or OO Shading Stitches 55 and a sae aie tee tae gine og a BG Program Decorative Stitch Patterns
65. o Lock button 0 4 Sette ntge AO B Basting ee oe ee re a CP Blind hemming Aae iot pores ey 41 43 73 Blind hem stitch foot 2 Gen Maes EE ETE A 14 41 43 101 102 Bobbin Aaa ae ern Gy 18 22 99 1017 102 Bobbin thread _ 22 23 Bobbin winding 18 19 Bobbin winding spindle ee rire ee 6 19 Buttonhole 46 66 71 Buttonhole foot automatic TEONA eae 12 14 46 66 68 101 102 Buttonhole foot sliding eee 12 14 43 46 64 69 71 101 102 Buttonhole opener tee ela ese 6 107 102 Buttonholing buttons 26 Button sewing PENERE Pedic tee c Carrying handle 0 6 Cleaning bobbin holder re ee en ee 99 Cleaning hook race and feed eee saaa BO Clear button 2 0 octave 26 28 Corded buttonhole z 71 Cornering guide 31 Control panel E EEE Cross as RS wctoe E lt 44 83 Cutout work cooo oprao 43 76 D Daring sarna seh BS 2 Gee 34 Decorative stitching is Lelie 45 81 82 Direct entry stitch button 0 27 Display sharpness adjustingknob 26 Distorted pattern 96 Double edge zigzag alle 42 62 Drop feed lever ay amp po BBD E Editing button Pee ee 26 29 Editing pattern combinations cae ce 94 95 Elastic casings cs tone Cte hes 44 79 Elastic stretch stitching OEE 2 44 79 Extension table 5 10 F Fa
66. on Ei F Satin stitch toot The Stitch and its Uses You can make beautiful designs with this embroidery stitch pattern in half the time it would take if embroidered by hand You can also combine cross stitches with the other decorative patterns and letters or numbers for attractive samplers and other sewing projects Here s How 1 Choose a plain close weave fabric such as linen or wool flannel for the background fabric 2 if you choose light weight fabric use a tear away fabric backing for support 3 Adiust the stitch width and length as you desire to match the pattern you have or plan 4 Find the center of the design or if the design is a border choose a starting point 5 Count the cross stitches from the center up and program the number See p 90 Pattern Single Units Use Auto Lock to begin and end Forexample For 2 cross stitches Press O mem 34 mem men mem For Cross Stitching Without a Pattern 1 Start in the center of the design and sew the first row letting the fabric feed naturally Then count the next row of stitches to the left or right Add or delete stitches by pressing the Clear button and reprogramming Begin each row by lowering the needle at the corner of a previous stitch Use the placement arrow A on Foot F to insure straight even rows 83 B3 Smocking Step H 7 to 8 Set the Machina
67. oot with the buttonhole marking running toward you Slide both threads to the left Move the slider A away from you so that the bottom mark C on the slider meets the start mark B Line up the markings on the foot with the bottom mark on your garment _ Lower the presser foot and press BH1 bar tack button NOTE The markings on the slider are made in centimeters The machine will bartack and sew up the left side of the buttonhole Stop the machine at the top mark 69 Press the memory button The machine will bartack and sew down the right side Stop the machine when you are directly opposite the first stitch on the left hand side 70 Press the memory button The machine will auto lock the end of the buttonhole and stop Keep the foot control depressed until the machine stops by itself Stitch Density on One Side A For Condition A Left Side Stitches too Far Apart see above Turn the feed balance dial slightly toward Use the large screw driver in your accessory box B For Condition B Right Side Stitches too Far Apart see above i Turn the feed balance dial slightly toward After adjusting the feed balance dial sew another test buttonhole to be sure your adjustment ts correct NOTE Remember to return the feed balance dial to the standard mark gt when you have completed the buttonholes
68. our Kenmore goes anywhere can be stored anywhere Locate and identify the Parts Thread Spool Pin Display sharpness adjusting knob Upper Thread Guide Take up Lever Liquid Crystal Display paises Top Thread Tension Control Face Cover Plate Key board Thread Cutter Stitch Pattern Chart Up Down Needle Position Button Auto Lock Butten Extension Table Reverse Stitch Button Accessory storage box Feed balancing dial Foot Holder screw Needle Clamp Hook cover plate release button Hook cover plate Presser Foot f Needle Plate Carrying Handie Hole tor additional spool pin Bobbin winder spindie Bobbin winder stopper Hand Wheel Presser Foot Lever Light and Power Switch N Free Arm Drop teed lever Machine sockets Nomenclature Plate Foot Control Power supply cord Identify the Accessories Large spool holder Large screw driver i Lint brush O Small serew driver oma n Additional spool pin iene staph Spool stand Spoo pin telt Needie set Twin needle Set Up the Machine o Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power 8 Power supply Power Power plug supply switch Power supply cord ya Foot control plug Foot control ae Before connecting the power cord make sure the voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform to your electrical power Turn off the power switch
69. p sees Memory Button Mirror Image Button Clear Button Twin Needle Button Editing Button Stitch Width Control Button ot ae T E eeco0eveeo2 eteagensert tf amp 8 Message Button 20 orraa oo PRACTICE COMMON STITCHING SILLS Use the Seam Guides aaas Turn a Square Corner Sewing on Heavy Fabrics Dropping the Feed Dogs Basting 1 fig Darning fio Sewa B t Tedd ate Putina Zipper bP we Sg fe Se BR oe oS eS al asses E Boosh ee he Bd OS ce gy LEARN THE STITCHES Chart of Sewing Functions bs Stitch Pattern Chart Straight Stitches 10 pees cer A E liebe ali eae Dae 3 e Topstitching e Position the Needle for T ps tching fled ese Pintucking e Quilting Reverse Stitch Button A ee Up Down Needle Position Button eed a ee we Pree eer ee fuel sore Js SSP E EE Be 8 E RB ae Ae ge eee hE Stitch Length Control Button on ean 2S e Gathering 82 Straight Stretch 12 De AE RRA aah be _ 53 Lock a Matic Seam AI certanas BA Outline Stretch 17 2 Patna eS rA Saddle Stitch 56 Zigzag Stitches ia a Be a a 57563 gt Basic Zigzae dail PES see gai de chk 57 Sierra We eke ha dad Sires faa TEA Overcasting Stitch 13 a3 ee APA Gos amp Ded get eee BQ e Mending 14 60 Overedge Seam 115 P EA ow kde tate BA e K
70. partment _ e Presser Foot Types Zigzag Foot Overedge Foot Quilter Zipper Foot Satin Stitch Foot Ne Sey Based Bae de ents BG Blind Hem Stitch Foot Straight Stitch Foot Sliding Buttonhole Foot Automatic Buttonhole Foot Check the Presser Foot tod aR oe a beg Peg F Change the Presser Foot Zab eds Choos the Needle and Thread Check the Needle oec e esooo E E E AE N EERO Zz ronmMppp EE E E E e E o Fabric Needle Thread and Stitch Length Chart as To Change the Needle 6 3 2 8 5 055 Prepare the Bobbin 0 0063005 oan To Remove the Babbin from the Machine Soh Gilad Set the Pressure Adjusting Lever a aget ho oh gh al Sons AO a tg Horizontal Spool Pin eee Bh APENE Additional Spool Pin 2 aoco resar eons o Wind the Bobbin SENN e Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder Puke va Prepare the Top Thread 05 5 ilies P04 o Thread the Needle 0 0 4 see 5s o Pick Up the Bobbin Thread Bee copie aie totes Adjust the Top Thread Tension SECTION 3 SECTION 4 SECTION 5 For Straight Stitch 056 0 052 5 raono SOS Rt Ae nes Ol Boe Ge Rea we Rosh Ss For Zigzag Stitch LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS Main Function of Buttons Auto Lock Button 2 0 00 0 0c ee Control Panel Display Sharpness Adjusting k Knob Mode Button 3 Pattern Selection Buttons baby eal a
71. reor 43 74 Sliding buttonhole foot iosas so reno TRST L gt 12 14 46 101 102 Small screw driver 6 101 102 Smocking stretch stitching 44 84 Spool pin felt 4b aera O Stitch length width control buttons R inate 8 SS 29 49 68 Stitch length width decrease button agate 29 Stitch length width increase button 29 Stitch pattern chart 02 5 B 40 46 Straight stitch foot 12 14 47 Straight stitching 40 47 49 Straight stretch stitching oe OS Stretch stitching Piet fs 40 45 53 55 56 61 63 75 B0 82 85 87 89 96 T Take up lever 0 6 2 ee 6 21 Thread cutter 2 eo ee ees 5 9 Thread guide 19 21 os Thread spool pin 22 ce ee er ee S E 194s Soh eee ney Thread tension control 6 05546 5 23 Threadohart i iaka wee ce eeesare VW Top stitching ia aian lt 48 Top thread aueue eroas rera no e 2124 Turning a square corner 22 ee soor eee 31 Twin needle amp 16 80 101 102 Twin needle button ouou lt 26 29 80 Twin needle sewing 0 2 42 80 U upiaown needie position button TERNER a A N TO 17 22 25 26 Z Zigzag foot 12 13 33 40 42 44 47 48 51 58 69 62 63 75 77 79 80 84 101 102 Zigzag stitching 6 zi 38 46 tie Zigzag overcasting lt gt sco ee ee Zipper application Ste pee Zipper foot 12713 36 38 701 102 p Ae i Me h et ee Re ie Et Re ti
72. resser foot will drop off To snap on To Snap On the Presser Foot Set the Pressure ad justing lever at 3 Place the presser foot so the horizontal pin on the foot is just under the groove of the foot holder Lower the presser foot holder to lock the presser foot in place NOTE If you do not hear the presser foot snap in place press down on the presser foot holder firmly until you hear the snap 15 Twin Needle Black shank The choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing in your needle case you will find the following color coded needles Blue 11 forstretch fabrics Orange V1 cunea for lightweight fabrics Red 14 for medium or medium heavy weight fabrics Purple 16 for medium heavy weight and decorative top stitching on these fabrics This needle has a larger thread hole for thicker topstitching thread Green 18 for heavy weight fabrics and decorative top stitching on these fabrics Twin Needle for sewing parallel rows of straight or deco rative stitches NOTE These needles are found in the accessory storage box see page 10 16 o Check the Needle 14 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 buy a good quality thread It should resist tangling and be strong smooth and cons
73. t in the hook race 3 The bobbin winder spindle is kept in the winding position 1 The bobbin winder spindle is kept in the winding position Refer to page 19 Refer to page 68 Use interfacing The machine doesn t work Patterns are distorted The automatic buttonhole stitches are not working 1 The stitch length is not suitable for the fabric being sewn 2 interfacing is not used with stretch fabrics Refer to page 99 Refer to page 99 Not abnormal There is thread caught in the hook race 2 Lint has built up in the bobbin holder or hook race 3 When turn on the power switch slight resonant sound is coming out from the stepping motors Noisy op ration Turn off the power switch once and turn on the power switch again Machine is stopped on the sewing ignore the button you press or does not change the display on the LCD Safety circuit for static electricity countermeasure is working 98 Cleaning the Machine To msure that your machine operates at its best you need to keep the essential parts clean at all times Unplug the machine and remove the presser foot and needle aa wis Bobes Remove the cover plate by sliding the hook cover plate release Clean the feed dogs hook race and bobbin holder with the lint button to the right brush and a soft dry cloth Take out the bobbin Brush out dust and lint You may also use
74. te eh Re He ie tt et et Ee ai le oH tee th Ae on Ke the a Ria EEE E ele tf pe Ha E EE ee FEE epee Es pe Ti Alpe EE pe ie eee OEE AR Fe Rae he Me FE le Tite Me FE Me Ete le Ee eR d RH Hf a fe ie te allt ee WARRANTY FULL 25 YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD For 25 years from the date ot purchase Sears will free of charge repair defects in material or workmanship which appear in the mechanical components of the sewing machine head FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE For two years from the date of purchase Sears will tree ot charge repair detects in material or workmanship which appear in the electrical equipment of the sewing machine including electronic components motor wiring switch and speed control FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS For 90 days trom the date ot purchase Sears will tree of charge replace any parts and provide mechanical service necessary tor proper operation of the sewing machine except for normal maintenance WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE SEWING MACHINE TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817 WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Wh a e a e h ie iis i h e E e i e ape hie pe ti e i a ir e i e a e e e e i e iin p i Ale i ie ia ON le es e ie AR le e a et
75. thread tension may be required depending on the type of fabric and thread being used Use the Seam Gu ides Cornering guide The seam guides on the needle plate are engraved to help you measure seam width The lines are 1 8 apart with the 5 8 and 7 8 lines marked Cornering To turn a square corner 6 8 from the fabric edge Stop stitching and lower the needle by pressing the Up Down Needle Position button when the fabric edge facing you lines up with the cornering guide as shown 1 3 Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric to line the edge with the 5 8 seam guide Lower the presser foot and begin stitching in the new direction 31 When sewing from 3 to 12 layers of fabric such as sewing over welt seams when hemming jeans 1 NOTE This black button locks the foot so it does not give with the fabric 2 3 4 5 6 32 Use Foot A Zigzag foot with the black spring button Sew as usual Stop when your needle reaches the point where the fabric layers increase Lower the needle and raise the presser foot Press and hold the black button as you lower the presser foot Release the black button and continue sewing Dropping the Feed Dogs A The drop teed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back side of the machine Remove extension table to operate eemi C To raise the feed dogs push the For dropping the feed dogs push
76. tions betore sewing To Decrease the stitch width Press button again for single needle _ press again when editing is completed Press the button sewing ogee and the light will go out The stitch width will decrease For detailed instruction see page 80 To tha stiteh widik For editing use the stitch width control P increase k ESTHET WICEN button to select editing position see Press the button page 94 95 The stitch width will increase Stitch width and stitch length will be showing on liquid crystal display To Decrease the stitch length Press the button The stitch length will decrease To increase the stitch length Press the button The stitch length will increase 29 EARN TO USE THE CONTROLS Message Button as Example pattern 10 10 O FOOT A i i STRAIGHT STITCH STRAIGHT STITCR FOOT A OR H ZIPPER FOOT E TENSION 5 PRESSURE 3 WIDTH CONTROL CHANGES NEEDLE POSITIONS When you press the message button the message on the liquid crystal display will scroll to the left after 2 seconds Suitable presser foot Thread tension Pressure or special sewing method will be shown on the liquid crystal display When you want to stop the scrolling Press le button To continue to scroll the message _ gt Press Cpe button To return to the origina screen Press nat button 30 Adjusting the

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