Radio Shack 22-1697 Radar Detector User Manual
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1. Zigzag loot u on AX The Stitch and Its Uses The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a blind hem over folded tabric Several tows of shell stitching are called shell tucks 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 30 Here s How 1 For best effect set the stitch length as you desire you may need to tighten the top thread tension slightly allow the needle to just clear the tolded edge ot the tabric when it zigzags 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 e Box Stitching Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selector Top thread tension control i to 4 Stitch length control i Zigzag foot a N ae Use this stitch to join heavy weight interlining Overlap two raw edges together and use this stitch to join them Stretch Stitches e Straight Stretch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Wt t ili ci ep Stitch length control brown stretch stitch position Top thread tension control 210 6 a a Ela ers Sa rc Straight loot Zigzag foot I N 4 or The Stitch and Its Uses This stitch is the stretch variation ot the straight stitch especially developed tor2. knits and stretch tabrics Stretch stitch can be used on other fabrics as well It works weil on curved seams and on any garments that will receive 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 torward and back motion sometimes called a reverse action stitch so that it will give when the tabric stretches instead of breaking This stitch can also be used for topstitching on all fabrics Rick Rack Stretch Set the Machine Stitch 3 Stitch selector i cy a oR Stitch lengih Top thread tension control 3 lo 4 A Zigzag foot a N control brown stretch stitch position we Y SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES 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 31 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES e Smocking Set the Machine Stitch f B i 38 tl gt E 22 Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stich selector Stitch length contre brown stretch slitch position vr Zigzag foot K gt N 32 TRN With the stitch length at 4 sew straight stitcing lines 3 8 apart across the area to be smoked Knot the threads along one edge Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly Secure the threads at the other end Sew the decorative st
3. 3 3 y Satin stitch toot The Stitch and Its Uses The Satin stitch is a versatile and often Here s How used decorative stitch but it can also be used to overcast a raw edge for example blankets linens tablecloths and napkins Once your machine is set up to stitch you may want to experiment on a scrap of the fabric you are planning to use Too tight a satin stitch may pucker some light weight fabrics The Satin stitch is especially attractive in applique 24 Zigzag Stitches Continued Applique Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector amp Zu Top thread tension control 3 to 4 Stitch length contro 0 5 to 7 gt Zigzag toot Baste or tuse with iron on fabric joiner applique pieces on the fabric Stitch around the applique making sure the needle talis along the outer edge ot the applique When sewing corners lower the needie down into the fabric Raise the presser toot and pivot the fabric to the right or left SECTION 3 REARN THE SINCHES e Bar Tacking Set the Machine Stitch Slitch selector Top thread tension contol i to 4 Stich tengih conirol 0 5 to F a Salin stitch tool This stitch is similar to a very short satin stitch and is used to reinlorce points of strain such as corners or pockets and straps on lingerie Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES e Sew a Button Set the Machine Stih Stith s
4. darning Lower the presser bar and sew at a slow speed Move the fabric back and forth slowly until you have covered the darning area Turn the tabric a half turn and sew another layer of stitching over the first layer NOTE If your tabric is thin or badly damaged 7 use a separate piece of fabric under the hole to reinforce it When you finish darning remove the daring plate SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches e Basic Zigzag Set the Machine Stich Stitch selector Top thread tension control 2105 Stitch length control red zone Here s How mom There are many ways to sew a zigzag stitch Consult the specific variations tor detailed directions Zigzag tool Satin Stitch p 24 Applique Work p 25 Sp Bar Tacking p 25 Button Sewing p 26 AS Overcasting p 27 Three step zigzag p 28 The Stitch and Its Uses Rick rack stretch p 31 The zigzag stitch is one ot the most common and most versatile stitches on your machine It can be a utility stitch for sewing buttons buttonholes hemming overcasting mending and darning It can also be used to decorate with trims appliques and cut out work or as a decorative stitch 23 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Satin Stitch rs Zigzag width Set the Machine Close to 0 Stitch Stitch selector 2 2 Top thread tension Stitch lt cantrol 1 to 4 length Stitch lengih lt control 0 5 to 1
5. ee es er re a SEWING MACHINE Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact your nearest Sears Service Center Be sure to provide all pertinent tacts when you cali or visit The model number will be shown on the nomenclature plate on the back ot your sewing machine See page 4 for location WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM if the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Paris Distribution Center tor handling SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 S 385 Printed in Taiwan Part No 735800638
6. in by pushing it up and turning it clockwise Cleaning the Machine To insure that your machine operates at its best you need to keep the essential parts clean at all times The teed dogs and shuttle race areas can attract dust and lint Your machine can become sluggish or knock loudly if a thread is caught i Check and clean those areas about every three months under normal use If you sew trequently clean more often e Clean the Feed Dogs Follow these directions 1 Unplug the machine Remove 2 Usealint brush to clean the teed 3 Replace needle plate presser foot and needle Using a dogs screw driver remove needle plate e Clean the Shuttle Race This area must be kept tree ot dust lint and occasional tangled thread Clean the shuttle race area about every three months Center pin of the shuttle Bobbin case To Clean the Shuttle Area 1 Raise the needle bar to its highest point and remove the bobbin case 2 Push shuttle race levers aside Lift shuttle race cover and take shuttle out 3 Clean the shuttle race with a lint brush 4 Puta drop ol oil on the center pin of the shuttle and shuttle race Do not over oil Shuttle driver Shuttle Shuttle Race Oi here Shuttle Race Cover To Replace Shuttle Assembly 1 Position shuttle race as illustrated so that shuttle driver is torming half moon on the left side ot the machine 2 Hold shuttle by center pin and posit
7. o Free Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table 7 Accessories Storage Box cnenennosarennsennoennoennsannsennnnsrsnennnnn 7 e Change the Presser Foot usessssssonsonsonansnnnesnnunnanaenenneenne 7 Choose the Needle and Thread 7 8 To Change the Needle unseansensesnsessnosssnnesennansnnanenssnennen 7 Check the Needle crannssensnansnnanannnnennensnnnrsnsnennsespeossnasnasente 8 Fabric Needle Thread and Stitch Length Chart 8 Prepare the Bobbin uensesonssssnansnnsnnenannannesorennssnerenn 9 10 To Remove the Bobbin Case trom the Machine 9 o Wind the Bobbin EE AE GO AO s Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case BEN TOTEN EA 10 Prepare the Top Thread nesssssssssssnnerasonanesnnanesene 11 12 Thread the Needle seueenacsuecded vaaccasabaveteacene a IE Pick Up the Bobbin Thread EE EEE EEA E 12 Adjust the Top Thread Tension 0 0 eeesseeneeseeressneene 13 14 Feuers Stiteh COMTO u seems 14 Stitch Sele lor annes en nase meiner 15 Stitch Length Control eunsenenonsssensennannnnonnnsnnorenenneesseranassnensn 16 Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance nnnuenenenenenee 16 Starting To Sew enecsenssonesenoonnensunsnnasnnanunannesannssssesnessnseunsssnnennne 17 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES Straight Stitches e Straight Stitch o Use the Seam Guides cnescnsnesonnnssneenennnnnnennnnnnnntennannnn 18 o Turn a Square Corner 0 ccsessesseereeererenecsneesse
8. the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Light weight Regular Fabric Wrong side of fabric 7 B Top thread tension coniral I to 4 Wrong side Stitch length of fabric control i to 3 Heavy weight Fabrig mam There are two blind hem stitches on your machine The regular blind hem is used tor woven tabrics The stretch blind hem is wider and will give and is used for knit and stretch tabrics 1 Finish the raw edge of your hem any way you desired See Overcasting p 27 2 Measure turn up your hem and pin NOTE For light weight tabrics you may need a double told Set the Machine 3 Fold the material wrong side out on the edge to be stitched as shown leaving 1 4 ot the fimshed hem edge showing Stitch Stitch selector 4 Place garment under presser toot in such a manner that straight stitches will be sewn on extended edge The zigzag stitch S 3 should just catch the told of ihe garment 3 5 After hemming press both sides of the finished hem The top side ot the garment will show only the blind stitches Stretch reich NOTE The blind hem stitch also can be used tor Lace Work See p 28 Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch length control 1 to 3 am N Zigzag toot 29 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES e Shell Stitching Set the Machine Stitch Stich selector z Top thread tension control 3 to 9 Stitch fength contra 1 to 2 gat
9. 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING s Setting Spool Pin The spool pins are used for holding the spools of thread when teeding thread to the machine To use pull up the spool pins Push down for storage Adjust the Presser Foot Lever Normal up position Hight position Ns Hight _ position Normal up position Presser foot lever The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your presser toot You can raise it about 1 4 higher than the normal up position tor easy removal of the presser foot or to help you piace heavy tabrics under the presser toot Thread Cutter Thread cutter You don t need a pair ot scissors to cut the thread after you finish sewing Just use the handy thread cutter Pull the threads to lengthen several inches betore starting the next seam Set Up the Machine Continued Free Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table To Remove the Extension Table for tree arm sewing 1 Grip the table with your index finger and thumb as shown 2 Pull gently to the left The extension table will snap out To Attach the Extension Table for flat bed sewing 1 Insert the tab and the pin into their catches 2 With your thumb and index finger gently snap in e Accessory Storage Box The Hd ot the accessory storage box lifts open toward you Sewing accessories are conveni ently located in the box SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING e C
10. Corner ot each zig The top thread will zag will pull together loop through bottom on the top side ot side of fabric and tabrics will be pulled almost together Just Right Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Just Right Minimize the amount ol top thread visible on the boftorn side ol tabr c without causing excessive puckering or causing the bobbin thread to show on the top side Results vary with tabric thread and sewing conditions Reverse Stitch Control To reverse stitch hold down this control during sewing Release to sew torward again Stitch Selector Setting mark a HEbS as gt Stitch Selector hiz an ie a 3 The stitch selector control not only determines the stitch you select but also regulates the stitch width tor regular zigzag The different types ot stitches are designated by color Straight zigzag and utility stitches are red Stretch stitches are brown Buttonhole settings are blue NOTE To avoid needle or tabric damage be sure your needle is up and out of tabr c when adjusting this control SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING 15 SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Stitch Length Controi em ar mt Tee nae del ree ee er eee N 3 i 77 PRENI DENI f Stitch Length Z i i a nf Ip jrs boy Selling mark j i 1 f D AEE The stitch length contr
11. OWNER S MANUAL SEAIRS Kenmore ee EWING MACHINE 7 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 caretully read this booklet which contains instructions on 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 nomenciature plate as identified on Page 4 ot this booklet Model No 385 0 Serial No Retain these numbers for tuture reference THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only tor HOUSEHOLD use Read all instruction before using this sewing machine DANGER reduce the risk ot electric shock ds An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in Always unplug
12. SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Wind the Bobbin Continued Draw thread from spool through bobbin winding tension disc as shown Pull end of thread through hole in bobbin as shown Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case Place bobbin in bobbin case making sure thread feeds clockwise and is coming from bobbin as shown Pull thread through siot of case as shown thread spring and through the apening as shown above Pull 3 to 4 inches of thread trom bobbin Pull Place bobbin onto bobbin winding spindle with end of thread coming from the top ot the bobbin Push bobbin winding spindle to the right until it clicks Holding onto end of thread start machine When bobbin is slightly filled snip off end of thread under tension Holding latch open position Wind thread until winder stops Push bobbin winding spindle to the left and clip thread Remove bobbin Turn clutch knob away trom you while holding hand wheel tor normal sewing operation Case should lock into place case into shuttle and release when latch is released latch SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Prepare the Top Thread e Thread the Needie Raise take up lever to its highest position by turning hand wheel toward you Raise presser toot lever Place spool on spool pin as shown with thread coming trom the back of the spool Draw thread into thread guide using both
13. SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE Replacing the Light Bulb n nanesseenannennnssenneenentrnnan nenn Cleaning the Machine cenncenssenssnensneensenonnerenennnennnnnnten o Clean the Feed DOGS nnnannnennenerssssenennannnanansnsersnssesssnersnnenn Clean the Shuttle Race Oiling the Machine asanaci Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and Under Arm Cover Plae e araeru Ri ticeenstdencisaneovsriarteterss 40 o Oil the Underside eeenanssesesensonenansennennneenennnenonnannnsnanennnne 40 A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available A tuli line ot sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our general catalog Another option buy a Carrying Case then your Kenmore goes anywhere can be stored anywhere SECTION 1 KNOW THE MACHINE Locate and Identify the Parts Upper Thread Guide Thread Spoo Pins Bobbin Winding Spindle soe amp 2 a B Zar Stitch Length Control Face Cover Plate A F Thread Cutter Needie Plate ay Take up Lever Bobbin Winding Tension Disc Top Thread Tension Control Reverse Stitch Control ty Stitch Selector Shuttle Cover Extension Table Accessory storage box SECTION 1 KNOW THE MACHINE Identify the Accessories Arm Cover Plate Carrying Handle Hand Wheel Bobbin Presser Foot Lever Auto Clutch Knob th A ji bs oe Light and co Needle set Power Switch RY S Free Arm Plug Connec
14. and zipper tape 14 15 16 17 Right side of labne Stop about 2 trom the top of fhe zipper Lower the needle into the tabric and raise the presser foot Remove the basting stiiches and open the zipper Lower the toot and stitch the rest o the seam Make sure the fold is even 21 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES o Use the Darning Plate Set the Machine Stich _ Stitch selector Top thread tension Stitch length contrat i to 4 control any number inot necessary to adjust Sometimes when you sew you want to contro the tabric youself u The Darning Plate covers the feed dogs so that they do not touch the fabric No presser toot To Put on the Darning Plate Darning plate NOTE The rectangular holes in the Darning Plate match the holes in the needle plate In the darning plate these holes are slightly to the left ot center 1 Position the darning plate with the 3 pins on the bottom 2 Fitthe darning plate pins into the needie plate holes The teed dogs will show through the darning plate holes Use the darning piate in the following ways Darning P 22 Button Sewing P 26 22 Here s How ti Put the darning plate on the needle plate see p 22 Remove presser toot and stretch fabric between embroidery hoops with hole centered Draw the bobbin thread up through the tabric by holding the top thread and taking one stitch at the spot where you wish to start
15. elector Hmm line Top thread tension contro i lo 4 Stitch length conirol any number inol necessary to adjust Use the darning plate ior button sewing see p 22 To strengthen the shank cut the threads leaving a 20 cm 8 tail Bring the needle thread down through the 2 Align both holes ot the button with the slot of the toot and place the left hole of hole in the button and wind it around the the button just below the needle point shank 1 Set the stitch selector at ae 3 Darn ng plate S 3 Lower the foot and turn the stitch selector to zigzag until the needle point Draw the thread to the bottom side and comes just above the right hole of the button knot 4 Sew about five stitches and raise needle Set the stitch at ane again and sew a lew stitches to lock thread 26 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches Continued Overcasting Stitch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Fa Top thread tension control 1104 Stitch tengih control t lo 2 1 Helptul Hints Start overcasting about 1 8 inside the raw corner of your seam If you start right at the edge the tabric awill bunch Zigzag foot up and the stitches will become tangled ep A A The Stitch and Its Uses This zigzag variation is very usaful in garment construction and in finisfing raw edges of any sewing project 27 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches Cont
16. en 18 4 tor heavy weight fabrics and decora tive top stitching on these tabrics Replacement Kenmore needles are available at your nearest Sears store e Check the Needie 1 Look tor a barbed or blunt point 2 A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits fine silks and silk like tabrics Always buy a good quality thread It should resist tangling and be strong smooth and consistent in thickness Fabric Needie Thread and Stitch Length Chart FABRIC Lightweight Batiste Dimity Chiffon Silks Fine Lace Organza Crepe Talfela Voile Organdy Medium weight Catton Cotton Blend Percale Gingham Shantung Pique Seersucker Satin Knit Suitings Linen Woo Crepe Leather Medium Heavy weight Corduroy Denim Wool Sailctoth Wool Flannel Gabardine Velvet Leather NEEDLE RECOMMENDED SIZE AND THREAD SIZE STITCH LENGTH COLOR SETTING 2 12 stitches per inch Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Fine Mercenzed Cotton Silk A 11 ORANGE 50 Mercerized Cotton 2 2 5 Fap Core Cotton 10 12 stitches Silk A per inch 50 Mercerized Cotton 14 RED Mercenzed Heavy duty er 0 stitches or Polyester Core Cotton un fs 16 PURPLE Wrap per inch Silk A Heavy weight Coating Upnolstery Cotton Buck Heavy Twils Canvas Heavy duty Mercerized Cotton Polyester Core Cotto
17. ength 34 Caretully mark the buttonhole Change to the sliding buttonhole Insert the garment under the toot 2 a Move the slider A toward you so that the top mark G on the slider meets the start mark B length on your garment foot b Line up the markings on the toot with the top mark on your garment c Lower the presser foot NOTE with the buttonhole marking run ning toward you The markings on the slider are engraved in centimeters Fine Coarse stiiches stitches tor light tor heavy tabr c fabrics 3 a Set the stitch selector at fi b Sew torward until you reach the tront marking of your buttonhole c Stop sewing at the left stitch SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Ee A AA 4 a Set the stitch selector at 5 a Set the stitch selector at b 6 a Set the stitch selector at 7 Remove the fabric and cut the hole b Sew 4 to 6 stitches b Sew until you reach the back b Sew 4 to 6 stitches open with the buttonhole opener c Stop sewing at the right stitch marking of the buttonhole c Stop sewing at the left stitch c Stop sewing at the right stitch NOTE When sewing at the edge of fabric set sliding buttonhole foot as illustrated and sew in reverse ele cael 35 SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to Do When PROBLEM Skipping Stitches Breaking Upper Thread Breaking Bobbin Thread Fabric not Moving Machine Jamming Knocking N
18. er Se mil ie ee he MRF IT le tne pe te le Site ler te WARRANTY FULL 25 YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD For 25 years trom the date of purchase Sears will tree of charge repair detects in material or workmanship which appear in the mechanical components ot the sewing machine head FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE For two years trom the date ot purchase Sears will tree of charge repair defects in material or workmanship which appear in the electrical equipment of the sewing machine including electronic components motor wiring switch and speed control FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS ER dk see re Abs Men EA re re e EN BER Aa ar aaa 2 ag For 90 days from the date of purchase Sears will tree of charge replace any parts and provide mechanical service necessary tor proper operation of the sewing machine except tor 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 trom state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 a er SE ee FE i i i i i i ii aia ie Re th ee let ie ct a si Re ir AR i Me Hg A Hy N e e e et le ihe et Ae Nis ee ee Ae Ree gt Pe a Sa tn Me ti te Sr Te ff ge Biete Mit ln Sei Alpe er re i la HE er Hi ei St pe re le tn
19. hands While holding thread near spool draw thread down into the tension area and then around the check The numbered steps above follow the numbers spring holder on the illustrations Firmly draw thread up and through take up lever from right to left Dotted lines show places where the thread loops i amp Draw thread down and slip it into left side needle bar thread guide and then is pulled tight Thread needle trom front to back NOTE You may want to cut the end of thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Pick Up the Bobbin Thread 1 Raise presser foot lever Hold top 2 Bring bobbin thread up by pulling top 3 Pull both threads under and to the back thread loosely in left hand and rotate thread of the presser toot leaving 4 to 6 handwheel toward you one complete inches of thread clear turn If you cannot pick up bobbin thread by following steps given above then check 1 Is needle threaded trom tront to back Is thread tangled around needle Are 3 to 4 inches of thread coming trom the shuttle Is thread trom shuttle tangled Is bobbin properly installed in the bobbin case An hRoON is the machine threaded according to the instructions Adjust the Top Thread Tension Top side of labne For Straight Stitch Setting mark Loosen wee Tighten The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked betwee
20. hange the Presser Foot GS I at Ve u Y IS Use the correct presser toot tor the stitch you wish to sew To change the various presser toot raise the presser bar to its highest position by lifting the presser toot lever Loosen the presser foot thumb screw choose the proper foot insert from the bottom Tighten the screw using the large screw driver to make certain the toot is secure Choose the Needie and Thread To Change the Needie NOTE Raise the needie bar to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward you Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it toward you Remove the needie by pulling it downward Insert the new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side away trom you 4 Push the needle up as far as it will go Tighten the needie clamp screw firmly with the large screwdriver trom the accessory box SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Your choice ot needle and thread depends on the tabric you are sewing in the needle envelope you will find the following color coded needles Blue 11 6 6 eee eee for stretch fabrics Orange 11 tor lightweight tabrics Red 14 0 tor medium or medium heavy weight fabrics Purple 16 0 0 tor medium heavy weight tabrics and decorative topstitching on these fabrics This needle has a larger thread hole tor thicker topstitching thread Gre
21. hole of needle plate Breaking Needie Bunching of Thread Puckering Pulling tabric Incorrect size needle Incorrect setting of needle Loose presser foot Upper and lower threads not drawn back under presser toot before starting seam Incorrect thread tension s Using two different sizes or kinds ot thread Bent or blunt needle Loose presser tool Fabric very sheer or very soft SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART CORRECTION Choose Correct size needie tor thread and fabric Rethread machine Tighten upper thread tension Do not pull tabric guide it gently Reset presser toot Rewind bobbin Replace needle plate or polish off burrs completely Do not pull fabric guide it gently Choose correct size needle for thread and tabric Reset needie Reset presser toot When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads under and back of presser foot about 4 and hold until a few stitchs are formed Reset thread tension s Upper thread and bobbin thread should be same size and kind insert new needle Reset presser foot Use underlay of tissue paper 37 SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE Replacing the Light Bulb 1 Unplug the machine and open the face cover CAUTION The light bulb could be 38 HOT Protect your fingers when you handle it Push the bulb up and turn the bulb counter clockwise to remove it Put the new bulb
22. ide at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fold and the zipper tape Sew through the told and the zipper tape to the point where the slider begins Lower the needle to hold the fabric and raise the presser foot SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES aS Right s de of fabric Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric 8 Open the zipper 9 Lower the presser toot and stitch the right side up rest of the seam 12 INVISIBLE ZIPPER AND CORDING INVISIBLE ZIPPER Adjust the toot so the needle is sewing through the center hole of the toot and one groove of the foot is riding on the teeth of the zipper as shown Follow the zipper manutacturer s instructions After zipper has been inserted finish sewing seam by shifting toot to side position sewing through side notch CORDING Foot can also be used to make cording for slipcovers etc Cover a card with a strip of bias tabric and sew as shown NOTE Use Low Bar Sewing Machine ZIPPER FOOT 6757 tor invisible zipper and cording which can be obtained at any Sears retail store 10 Close the zipper and turn the tabric 11 13 To sew the right side ofthe zipper set the zipper toot on the right side of the needle Stitch across and below the bottom ot the zipper Turn the corner and continue to guide the foot along the zipper teeth as shown Stitch through the tabric
23. inued Three Step Zigzag Set the Machine Stich Slitch selector oat gt sy a A Top thread tension control ito 4 Stitch fength control 0 5 to 1 Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses The three step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch You may use the three step zigzag everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch Ht has more strength elasticity and is flatter than a regular zigzag The three step zigzag stitch is especially uselul tor mending sewing patches smoothly and securely repairing straight tears finishing seams 28 Place the tabric under the presser foot so that the edge will be slightly inside the right hand side of the presser toot Guide the work so the right hand stitches tall at the edge of the fabric Mending Position the tear under the needle so that the stitching will catch both sides Lace Work Set the Machine Sitch Stitch selector Top thread tension contro 1 to 4 Stitch length N control 4 Zi Zigzag toot Lace adds a tanciful teminine touch to biouses and lingerie Table linens and pillows become more elegant when trimmed with lace Turn raw edge ol fabric under at least 1 2 Place lace underneath and top stitch using stretch blind hem stitch Trim excess fabric close to stitching SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES e Blind Hemming Set
24. ion shuttle so as to form a half moon on the right side Pointed hook will be on the bottom 3 Place shuttle race cover into place over shuttle assembly 4 Snap the levers back into the original position SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE 39 SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE Oiling the Machine Oil the machine in all areas shown on this page at least once a year otherwise the machine can become sluggish or will knock loudly lf you use the machine frequently oil the machine under the top cover about every three months in case machine is not used for an extended time oil it before sewing Use good quality sewing machine oil One or two drops ot oil is sufficient Remove excess oil otherwise it may stain tabric _ Kenmore sewing machine oil is available at your nearest Sears retail store NOTE Unplug the machine betore oiling Remove needle and put needle bar in tull down position Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under the Arm Cover Plate e Oil the Underside Arm cover plate Face cover plate Shutile cover Open tace cover plate and or remove arm cover plate by loosening top screw to oil points in Open the shuttle cover by pulling down the embossed part on illustration the left side of the cover Tilt the machine head back and Use only a drop ot oil do not over oll remove bottom cover Oil points in illustration 40 PARTS LIST All parts listed herein may be ordered trom any Sears store or service ce
25. itch between the gathering stitches Pull out the gathering stitches NOTE Loosen the top thread tension to make gathering easier Overcast Stretch Stitching Set the Machine Stich Sich selector a4 99 Top thread tension Stitch length control 1 to 4 control brown streich stitch posilion ures Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses This stitch can be used for sewing a seam with an overcast finish The seam is tormed and finished in one operation It can be used when you are making swimwear ski pants and other garments that require stretch Here s How Place the raw edge of the tabric to the LEFT of the needle as shown Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric just short of the outside edge Or place your fabric to allow a 5 8 seam then trim seam allowance after Raw or worn edges ol older garments can be overcast to prevent turther raveling NOTE Use a blue stretch tabric needle which effectively prevents skipped stitches Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top ihread tension Stitch length control 1 to 4 control brown stretch stitch position ue Er LJ Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses Use this stitch when you want a narrow seam that you do not need to press open flat tis ideal tor 1 47 seams on knits or on medium to heavyweight woven fabrics where you want a narrow seam It is also great t
26. ition then remove plug irom outlet Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Keep fingers away trom 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 tabric while stitching t may deflect the needle causing it to break Switch the sewing machine off 0 when making any adjustment in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot and the like 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 TABLE OF CONTENTS KNOW THE MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available nnseneenennssanseneeeen 3 Locate and Identify the Parts cece eeeeeeeeneeeneersene 3 4 Identify the Accessories u nneenansusnesnsnennaneneenwenenneesnnenenenen 4 SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Sat Up the Machine nnernsnenessnenessersnesnnsonsnnsnneneserneesarn 5 7 e Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power nenn 5 Foot Control Use sisenes ikiona r 5 o Setting Spool PINS eneenenesenssonesensaonsonenenenseranesnseestennee ner 6 Adjust the Presser Foot Lever eaneesseneeneneesnennesenuennnnnennnr 6 Thread C ller 4 2 2024 eee cee nee ee 6
27. n Wrap Silk A 3 8 stitches per inch 18 GREEN Decorative top stitching on ail types of fabric Stretch Fabric Polyester Doubie Knit Nylon Tricot Jersey Stretch Terry Spandex Cire Tricot 16 PURPLE 18 GREEN 3 4 6 8 stitches per inch Buttonhole Twist Use as top thread only ech Polyester Core Cotton 2 2 5 FABRIC Wrap 10 12 stitches NEEDLE 50 Mercerized Cotton per nch Prepare the Bobbin e To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine Remove the extension table trom the machine by pulling it to the left Open the shuttle cover by pulling down the embossed part on the left side of the cover Raise needle to its highest position by rotating hand wheel toward you To remove bobbin case from shut tle pull open latch of bobbin case Pull bobbin case straight out of shuttle SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING o Wind the Bobbin Release clutch by turning the clutch knob inside the hand wheel toward you to stop the needle trom moving while you wind the bobbin NOTE The bobbin winder stopper can be adjusted tor the amount of thread needed on the bobbin example 1 2 full or tull etc To make the adjustment use your large screw driver and loosen the screw one turn or less This will allow you to adjust the position of bobbin winder stopper Do not take screw all the wayout
28. n the two layers ot tabric as shown above magnified to show detail If you look at the stitch tront and back you will notice that there are no gaps that each stitch is smooth and even When adjusting top thread tension the higher the number the tighter the top thread SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Choose the Correct Tension The best tension will depend on the stiffness and thickness of the fabric the number of fabric layers the type o stitch The top thread is too loose Top side of fabric The top thread appearson the underside ot the fabric The top thread is too bght Top side of fabric Cees The bobbin thread appears on the upper surface of the labnic Tension is too loose The top thread shows through the bottom of the tabric The bottom side of the stitch will feel bumpy Tension is too tight The bobbin thread will come through the top of the fabric The top side of the stitch will feel bumpy SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING For Zigzag Stitch In a 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 tor the correct appearance To match this appearance adjust the top tension Top tension Top tension Too Tight Too Loose Top side of Fabric Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Too Tight Too Loose
29. nseasersatentes 18 Topstitching 2 20 20 samen nennen 19 o Left Needle Position enensssssennsensonnasonsannunennunnaneeesnee 19 SEW Na Zippe nee 20 21 Use the Darning Plate anensnsssnessonnorsnerseennnnenanennnnnenn nen DAINO ana Zigzag Stitches un anne une Basic Zigzag rcssessseovvovecsvessoosssesssssscrecevsiventarsanenvesnessnatsonte Satin Stich 2asasien unse ne rn eeo erriari Applique nnennsnnanersnnsanneonennesnonarunnenenneruneuernssnsnsannarserssene nenn Bar Tacking sscessnenensonnsmennnnunnesnunnrsnsunnnenensannenaansanessnsneessrssen Sew a Button aussen iee eenaa aaea iea etane Overcasting Stich unesssenssnssnanenensnesnsssessenennennsannnener Three Step Zigzag onesssssnonsonsnsonessenssnsoneenonenennnsennansenn Lace Work reroror naste NE E e Eita rea Seolpi aieia nan Eia Blind Hemming ssccssscnenssesscssrersnnaceteseiacneseneesnersnenanes Shall Stitching 2 2222 22 een Box Stiching san nee een Stretch Stiichesan nsnemnsiiiiaeei satteenass Straight Streich eeenessnnnennonsssensonsansnnnenenenennnonsensnnnnnanannn Rick Riick Streich act s SMOKING nennen nennen snen else nnne ha anlandechebsasenennne e Overcast Stretch Stitching e Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching nennen 33 Elastic Streich Stitch Buttonholes aeara eeen ae eaei enson kide EEEE Aaaa ls SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to DG WHOM ssi sense 36 37
30. nter WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION 1 PART NUMBER lt 3 MODEL NUMBER 2 PART DESCRIPTION 4 NAME OF ITEM If the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling Part No 532096007 647515006 102869004 647018004 813404013 647814020 647814031 647814042 647814053 801506008 648801108 650802014 735503018 647807008 593401008 941800000 6471712009 784805004 000009803 647808009 802424004 820832005 647803604 131402005 735801008 200012104 214872000 941450000 941460000 941620000 Description Shuttle Bobbin case 10 bobbins Bobbin winder rubber ring No 11 Stretch fabric needies BLU No 11 Single needles ORG No 14 Single needles RED No 16 Single needles PUR No 18 Single needles GRN Needle clamp with screw Sliding buttonhole foot Straight stitch toot Standard zigzag foot Satin stitch toot Zipper foot Concealed zipper foot Thumb screw Needle threader Light bulb Buttonhole opener Lint brush Large screw dnver Small screw driver Oil Darning plate Hemmer toot Walking toot Pin tuck foot Gathering foot Ruffler These items are not furnished with the machine but may be ordered per instructions above Ar Tin ler Fir le Ne ME le Fi le Ht le Ee ae Re pe Seien m At le it Alpe Ee er tin le A A RN e ae ruhe fe me ih
31. o regulates the length ot stich The higher the number the longer the stitch O means no teed Depending upon your tabric or your own preterence in buttonholes you may alter the buttonhole stitch density within the blue buttonhole range on the stitch length control Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance rs Siitch Length y One E E Jang Lj y 4 hemmen Stitch Length Control To select Stretch Stitches set this control at position For stretch stitch sewing the Stitch Length Control should be in the detent position between S and L Y position tor most materials Depending upon the type of fabric used you may need to adiust this contro to match torward stitches of stretch sewing with reverse motion stitches To shorten stretch stitches turn the control slightly toward 57 To lengthen turn toward ae 5 e SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Starting To Sew Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided for the machine you are ready to start to sew with your new Kenmore sewing machine Below are some good habits to tollow each time you sit down to sew 1 no ma N QM inspect the needle It should be straight properly set and sharp on the point It should be the correct size tor the tabric and thread being used Do not be atraid to change your needle frequently Many of the new tabrics made ot synthetic blends tend to dull needles more ea
32. oise 36 PROBABLE CAUSE incorrect size needle Bent or blunt needle Incorrect setting of needle Tight upper thread tension Starting to stitch too fast Improper threading Tight upper thread tension incorrect size needie Sharp eye in needle Nicks or burrs on shuttle Nicks or burrs at hole ot needle plate CORRECTION Choose correct size needle tor thread and tabric Insert new needle Reset needle Loosen upper thread tension Start to stitch at a medium speed Rethread machine Loosen upper thread tension Choose correct size needle tor thread and tabric Insert new needie Replace shuttle or polish off burn completely Replace needle plate or polish off burrs completely Improper bobbin case threading Lint in bobbin case or shuttle Check bobbin case threading Clean bobbin case and shuttle Darning piate in place Stitch Length set at 0 Thread knotted under tabric Thread caught in shuttle Lint in bobbin case or shuttle Remove darning plate Adjust Stitch Length Control Place both threads back under presser foot belore beginning to stitch Disassemble and clean shuttle Clean bobbin case and shuttle What to Do When Continued PROBLEM irregular Stitches PROBABLE CAUSE Incorrect size needle Improper threading Loose upper thread tension Pulling tabric Loose presser foot Unevenly wound bobbin Nicks or burrs at
33. or blouses with one or two rows of topstitching around the outer edges of cuffs lapels or collars Here s How 1 Lower the presser foot 2 Keep the edge of the tabric next to the nght edge of the presser foot 3 Evenly guide the fabric along this edge to produce an even row of topstitching 3 8 trom the edge SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Left Needle Position Stitch selector i a HD Use Left Needie Position for more control while topstitching or edge stitching difficult fabrics NOTE Useonly zigzag presser foot for Left Needle Sewing SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Sew in a Zipper Fabric Preparation Set the Machine Put the right sides of the tabric together and sew to the end of the zipper opening Use the reverse to lock the stitches Stich Stitch selector Sew the zipper opening with stitch length at 4 and top thread tensiaon aa Top ihread tension control 3 to 6 Stitch length End ol opening contol 2 wert m Right side of fabric Zipper foot Top edge of fabric 20 Zipper teeth labr c To Sew 1 Fold back the left seam allowance as shown 2 Turn under the right seam allowance to torm a 1 8 told 3 Place the zipper teeth next to the 1 8 told and pin in place side o labne To sew the left side of the zipper set the zipper toot on the left side of the needle Lower the zipper toot on the right s
34. or making elastic swim wear Here s How Place the tabric under the presser toot so that the stitches are made over the edge Or place your fabric to allow a 5 8 seam then trim seam allowance after NOTE When using stretch knit tabric use a blue stretch fabric needie which effectively prevents skipped stitches SECTION 3 REARN THE SIH UHNES o Elastic Stretch Stitch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Stitch length control brown stretch stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 position Choose this stitch to attach elastic to germenis 1 Mark the elastic into quarters and match these to the cnter front center back and side seams 2 place the middie ot the elastic under the center of the presser foot and stitch into place making sure the fabric is evenly distributed 33 SECTION 3 REARN THE STITCHES Buttonholes Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector I HEHE Stitch length control blue zone em Top thread tension control 105 Adiusting the Stitch Densit Depending upon your fabrie or your own prelerence in butlonholes you may alter the buttonhole stitch density within the blue buttonhole range on the stitch length dial For more density turn the dial toward 0 For less density turn the dial toward wae NOTE Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of fabric you plan to use to find the more suitable stitch l
35. sily than tabrics made of natural fibers Betore piacing the material on the machine see that the ends of the threads have been drawn about 4 inches to the rear ot the machine Hold on to threads during the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam Test the machine stitch on a scrap of the tabric you plan to use The fabric should be double thickness Adjust the machine tor the length of stitch and tension suitable to the fabric Fabric should be placed under the presser toot with the bulk of the material to the left of the needie and the right edge ot the material placed on the 5 87 seam marking on the needie plate when making a simple seam Run the machine at a slow even speed The more pressure you put on the toot control the taster the machine will sew Fasten each seam by back tacking sewing a few stitches in reverse Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point Guide the tabric gently with your hand in tront of the needle Never pull or hold the tabric in such a way that the normal teeding is altered When turning the hand whee manually always turn it toward you 17 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES Straight Stitches Straight Stitch r Set the Machine Sitech Sutch selector cb l 4 er Top thread tension contro 2 to 6 Stitch length control red zone Casi 3 Straight foot Zigzag loot Raise the presser toot Raise the needle to its highe
36. st position Place the edge of the fabr c next to a stitching guide line on the needie plate 5 8 is most common Draw the threads towards the back and lower the presser foot 5 Press the toot control 6 Hold the fabric loosely and gently guide it along the guide line so that it teeds naturally Do not force the tabric or try to pull it tight Atthe end of the seam you may want to reverse to lock the stitch Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric Cut the threads Use the Seam Guides Cornenng Guide The seam guides on the needle plate are there to help you measure seam width The lines are 1 8 apar with the 5 8 and 7 8 lines marked e Turn a Square Corner To turn a square corner 5 8 trom the fabric edge ay Stop stitching and lower the needle by turning hand wheel toward you when the fabric edge tacing you lines up with the cornering guide as shown 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 e Topstitching Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector i 3 N lt gt J us Top thread tension Stitch tengih control 2 to 6 contro red zone o3 Straight toot Zigzag toot SS The Stitch and lis Uses Topstitching emphasizes the lines ot your garment and keeps seams and edges flat and crisp Accent suits
37. this appliance trom the electric outlet immediately after using and betore cleaning Always unplug before relamping Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts Do not reach jor the appliance that has tallen into water Unplug immediately 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 WARNING reduce the risk ot burns fire electric shock or injury to persons 1 Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children Use this appliance only 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 torexamination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment a fe 11 12 13 Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller tree 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 0 pos
38. tor Sliding buttonhole ioot Darning plate g d Zipper toot gt Be Lint brush Nomenclature Plate Foot Control Straight stitch foot Small screw driver Satin stitch toot Presser Foot Set Up the Machine Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power s N Power supply plug Power switch Power supply Machine plug NOTE Betore inserting the plug into your machine be sure the power switch is OFF 1 Check your outlet to be sure itis a 110 to 120 Volt AC outlet 2 Insert the machine plug into the three prong plug connector as shown It will only fit one way 3 Insert the power supply plug into the outlet SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Sewing light a ower switch oe 4 Push the power switch to turn on the power and sewing light SAFETY FEATURE Your machine will not operate unless the power switch is turned on If you are interrupted or stop sewing turn off ithe power switch to prevent injury to children e Foot Control Use Foot control The toot control regulates the speed at which you sew To increase speed gently press down with the ball ot your toot To decrease speed release your foot pres sure slightly NOTE The toot control is sensitive and will increase or decrease your sewing speed immediately Practice on a scrap of fabric to requ late your sewing speed to your taste and needs SECTION
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