Sears Kenmore 385 12708 Users Manual
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OWNER'S MANUAL
S_FA/RS
SEWING
MACHINE
MODELS 385.
385.
385.
12708
12710
12712
or
385.
12714
SEARS CANADA
INC.
Dear Customer:
You
have just invested
in a very fine
please pause for a moment
and care for your
Specific
instructions
machine.
read this booklet
Before
which
using your
contains
new
instructions
Kenmore
machine,
on how
to operate
machine.
are given on threading,
obtain
the best sewing
Advice
on the operation
results
and avoid
tension
if you
have questions
the model
and serial number
adjustments,
unnecessary
and care of your machine
Please remember,
number
zigzag sewing
and carefully
about
cleaning,
service expense
is always
your
available
machine
oiling,
etc. This will
for conditions
at your
nearest
beyond
Sears Retail
Kenmore Sewing Machine
in space
number
of
this
provided
appliance.
below
the
The model
are located on the nomenclature
this booklet.
model
number
plate,
number
and serial
and serial
as identified
number
on Page 4 of
Model No. 385.
Serial No
Retain these numbers for future reference.
THIS MODEL IS A CENTER
NEEDLE,
Store.
or need parts and service, always mention
when you inquire.
Record
help you
our control.
LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE.
TABLE
SECTION
1.
2.
PREPARE THE MACHINE
3
3_4
4
FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine .........................
5_7
• Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power .......
S
• Foot Control Use ..........................
5
• Setting Spool Pins ..........................
6
• Adjust the PresserFoot Lever ..................
6
• Thread Cutter ............................
6
• Free Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table . . . 7
• Accessories Storage Box
'
7
• Change the PresserFoot ......................
7
Choose the Needle and Thread .................
7_8
• To Change the Needle .......................
7
• Check the Needle ..........................
B
• Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart ......
8
Prepare the Bobbin ........................
9_10
• To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine ......
9
• Wind the Bobbin .......................
9_10
• Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case ...........
10
Prepare the Top Thread .....................
11_12
• Thread the Needle ........................
11
• Pick Up the Bobbin Thread ..................
12
Adjust the Top Thread Tension ................
13_14
Reverse Stitch Control ........................
14
Stitch Selector .............................
15
Stitch Length Control ........................
16
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance .................
16
Starting To Sew ............................
17
SECTION
3.
• Use the Darning Plate ......................
• Darning ...............................
Zigzag Stitches ...........................
• Basic Zigzag .............................
• Satin Stitch .............................
• Applique ...............................
• Bar Tacklng .............................
• Sew a Button ............................
• Overcasting Stitch .........................
• Three-Step Zigzag .........................
• LaceWork ..............................
• Blind Hemming ..........................
• Shell Stitching (Models 12712and 12714)
........
• Box Stitching (Model 12714 only) ..............
Stretch Stitches ..........................
• Straight Stretch ..........................
• Rick-Ruck Stretch ........................
• Smocking ..............................
• Overcast Stretch Stitching
...................
• Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching
(Models 12712 and 12714) ...................
• Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12714 only) .........
Buttonholes .............................
KNOW THE MACHINE
A Portable Case or Cabinet is Avaialble ..............
Locate and Identify the Parts ..................
Identify the Accessories ........................
SECTION
OFCONTENTS
SECTION
18_22
18
18
18
19
19
20_21
PERFORMANCE
What to Do When
SECTION
5.
33
33
34_35
PROBLEMS CHART
........................
36_37
CARE FOR THE MACHINE
Replacing the Light Bulb ......................
Cleaning the Machine ......................
• Clean the Feed Dogs .......................
• Clean the Shuttle Race .....................
Oiling the Machine ..........................
• Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and Under
Arm Cover Plate ..........................
• Oil the Underside .........................
LEARN THE STITCHES
Straight Stitches ..........................
• Straight Stitch ...........................
• Use the Seam Guides .......................
• Turn a Square Corner ......................
• Topstitching ............................
• Left Needle Position .......................
• Sew in a Zipper ........................
4.
22
22
23_30
23
24
25
25
26
27
28
28
29
30
30
31 _33
31
31
32
32
38
38_39
38
39
40
40
40
PARTS LIST ........................................
41
INDEX
42
............................................
SECTION
A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available
Locate and Identify
A full line of 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.
Take-up
Lever
Bobbin
Winding
1.
KNOW THE MACHINE
the Parts
Upper Thread Guide
Tension
Disc
Thread
Bobbin
Spool
Winding
Pins
Spindle
\
Top Thread Tension Control
Stitch
Length Control
Face Cover Plate
Reverse Stitch Control
Thread Cutter
Needle
Plate
Stitch
Shuttle
Extension
(Accessory
Table
storage
box)
Cover
Selector
SECTION
1.
KNOWTHEMACHINE
Identify the Accessories
Arm
Cover Plate
Carrying
\
Hand Wheel
Handle
__ittonhole
Presser
Auto
Clutch
Kno
Foot
opener
Lever
_i_
Need le set
/_I
lI'_
(_
Large screw driver
Light and
power Switch
Free
Plug Connector
Arm
Sliding
buttonhole
foot
__
_
Nomenclature
Plate
Zipperfoot
Lint brush
Foot
Control
Straight
stitch foot
_mall
screw
driver
Satin
foot
Presser Foot
stitch
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine
Plugin the Machineand Switch on the Power
Foot Control
Use
Power supply plug
switch
Power
Power
_1
_[_
supply
light
/
Foot control
Power swltch
Plug
connector
4,
Push the
light
on the power
Machine
plug
SAFETY
and power
and sewing
switch
to turn
light,
Before
machine,
inserting
be
sure
the
the
plug
power
into
your
switch
is
OFF.
1.
2.
3.
Check your outlet to be sure it is a 110 to 120
Volt AC outlet.
Insert the machine plug into the three-prong
plug connector, as shown. It will only fit one
way.
Insert the power supply plug into the outlet.
Your
To
FEATURE:
machine
switch
interrupted
or
light/power
switch
children.
control
not
operate
is turned
stop
sewing,
to
unless the
on.
turn
prevent
If you
are
off
the
injury
to
To
regulates
the
speed
at
you sew.
increase
speed, gentry
the ball of your
will
light/power
foot
which
J
NOTE:
The
decrease
press down
with
foot.
speed,
release
your
foot
The
foot
control
is sensitive
will
increase
pres-
sure slightry.
NOTE:
sewing
or
decrease
speed
your
immediately.
Practice
on a scrap
regulate
your
your
and
of
sewing
taste and needs.
fabric
to
speed
to
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
Setting Spool Pins
FOR SEWING
Adjust
•
the Presser Foot Lever
Thread
Cutter
t
Spool
pin
Normal
position
up
__._
Jtter
positior
High
position
P
position
'Presser
lever
foot
J
The spool pins are used for holding the
spools of thread when feeding thread to the
machine.
To use, pull up the spool pins.
for storage.
Push down
The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your
presser foot.
You can raise it about 1/4"" higher than the normal
up position for easy removal of the presser foot or
to help you place heavy fabrics under the presser
foot.
You don't
thread
need a pair of scissors to cut the
after you finish
sewing.
Just use the
handy thread cutter.
Pull
the
threads
to lengthen
before starting the next seam.
several
inches
SECTION
Set Up the Machine
•
2.
PREPARE
(Continued)
THE
MACHINE
Choose the Needle
Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable
Extension Table
•
Accessory
Storage Box
•
Q
\
•
Change the Presser Foot
FOR
SEWING
and Thread
To Change the Needle
(
!
_",_"k
Needle clamp screw
•-._ /
,_i
Flat
side
away
from
you
To Remove the
(for free-arm
1.
2.
Extension
Table
The
sewing)
Grip the table with your
and thumb, as shown,
Pull gently
to the left.
index finger
the Extension
(for flat*bed
1.
Insert
The extension
Table
sewing)
the
tab and the
pin
into
their
catches.
2.
With your
thumb and index finger,
gently snap in.
Sewing
ently
table will snap out.
To Attach
lid
of the
accessory
box lifts open toward
accessories
located
storage
you.
are
in the box.
Use the correct
presser foot for
the stitch you wish
conveni-
to sew.
To change the various presser
feet, raise the presser bar to its
highest position by lifting the
presser foot lever.
Loosen the presser foot thumb
screw, choose the proper foot,
insert from the bottom.
Tighten the screw using the
large screw driver to make
certain the foot is secure.
NOTE:
Raise
the
position
toward
I,
Loosen
needle
it toward
Remove
bar
to
its
highest
the hand
wheel
you.
the
turning
2,
needle
by turning
the
clamp
screw
by
you.
needle
by pulling
it down-
ward.
3.
Insert
the
new
needle
clamp
with
the flat
into
the
needle
side away from
you.
4.
Push the needle up as far as it will go.
5.
Tighten
with
the
the
needle
rarge
accessory box.
clamp
screwdriver
screw
from
firmly
the
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Fabric, Needle,
Thread
FABRIC
II
_-
,
1
L-
i
r
Lightweight
:
Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon,
Silks, Fine Lace, Organza,
Crepe, Taffeta,
Voile,
Organdy
Medium
Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are
sewing.
rn the needle envelope, you will find the following
needles:
Blue (11 ) .........
Orange (11) ........
Red (14) ..........
Purple (16) ........
Green (18)
Replacement
........
Kenmore
color-coded
for stretch fabrics.
for lightweight fabrics.
for
medium
or
medium-heavy
weight fabrics.
for medium-heavy weight fabrics
and decorative topstitehing on these
fabrics.
(This needle has a larger
thread hole for thicker topstitching
thread.)
for
heavy weight
fabrics
and
decorative
top-stitching
on these
fabrics.
needles
ere available
at your
nearest
Sears
store.
•
Check the Needle
1.
Look for barbed or blunt point.
2.
A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in
knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics.
Always buy a good quality thread. It should resist tangling and
be strong, smooth and consistent in thickness.
Cotton,
Percale,
and
Stitch
Length
NEEDLE
SIZE AND
COLOR
11-ORANGE
Chart
THREAD
RECOMMENDED
STITCH
LENGTH
SETTING
SIZE
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Fine Mercerized
Cotton
Silk A
2
(12 stitches
inch)
per
Weight:
Cotton Blend,
Gingham,
Shantung, Pique,
Seersucker, Satin, Knit,
Suit ings, Linen,
Wool Crepe, Leather
Medium Heavy Weight:
Corduroy,
Den ira, Wool,
Sailcloth, Wool Flannel,
Gabardine,
Velvet,
Leather
Heavy Weight:
Coating, Upholstery
Cotton Duck, Heavy
Twills, Canvas
50 Mercerized
Cotton
Polyester Core/Cotton
14-RED
Wrap
Silk A
2--2.5
110-12 stitches
per inch)
14oR ED
or
16-PURPLE
50 Mercerized Cotton
Mercerized
Heavy-Duty
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Silk A
2--3
(8-10 stitches
per inch)
18-GREEN
Heavy Duty Mercerized
Cotton
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Silk A
3
(S stitches
inch)
Decorative
top-stitching
on all types of fabric
16-PURPLE
18-GREEN
Buttonhole
Twist
(Use as top thread
Stretch Fabric:
Polyester Double Knit,
Nylon Tricot, Jersey,
Stretch Terry, Spandex,
Cire Tricot
11-BLUE
(STRETCH
FABRIC
NEEDLE)
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
50 Mercerized
Cotton
only)
per
3--4
16-8 stitches
per inch)
2-2.5
(10-12 stitches
per inch)
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Prepare the Bobbin
•
To Removethe BobbinCasefrom the Machine
•
Wind the Bobbin
Release clutch
by turning the
clutch knob inside the hand wheel
Remove
the
the
machine
left.
Open
pulling
by
the
down
from
To remove bobbin case from shut-
pulling
it to
the
tle, pull open latch of bobbin case.
shuttle
cover
by
extension
table
the embossed
part on
Pull bobbin
shuttle.
toward you to stop the needle from
moving
while
you
wind the
bobbin.
case straight out of
the left side of the cover.
Raise needle
by rotating
to its highest position
hand wheel toward
you.
9
SECTION
2.
Wind the Bobbin
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
(Continued)
J
Draw thread
from spool through
bobbin winding tension disc as shown.
Pull end of thread
bobbin as shown.
through hole in
Place bobbin onto bobbin winding
spindle with end of thread coming
from the top of 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.
Wind thread until winder stops.
Push bobbin winding spindle to the
left and clip thread. Remove bobbin.
Turn clutch knob away from you
while holding hand wheel for normal
sewing operation.
Insert the Bobbin into the Bol bin Case
Place bobbin in bobbin case
making sure thread feeds clockwise and is coming
from
bobbin as shown,
10
Pull thread through slot of case
as shown,
Pull thread
under
tension
spring and through the opening
as shown above. Pull 3 to4
inches of thread from bobbin.
Holding latch open, position
case into shuttle and release
latch.
Case should lock into
when latch is released.
place
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Prepare the Top Thread
• Thread the Needle
ILuLf_
Raise take-up lever to its highest position by turning hand wheel toward you.
Raise presser foot lever.
Place spool on spool pin as shown, with thread coming from the back of the spool.
1.
2.
The numbered steps above follow
on the illustrations.
Dotted
lines show places where
loops and then is pulled tight.
the numbers
the thread
Draw thread into thread guide using both hands.
While
holding
check
spring
3.
Firmly
4.
Draw
5.
Thread
NOTE:
thread
draw thread
thread
near spool,
draw
thread
down
into
the
tension
right
to left,
bar thread
guide.
area
and
then
around
the
holder.
down
needle from
You may want
up and through
and slip it into
front
take-up
lever from
left side needle
to back.
to cut the end of thread
with
sharp scissors for easier needle
threading.
11
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Pick Up the Bobbin Thread
!
1.
Raise
presser foot
thread
loosely
handwheel
lever.
Hold
in left hand
toward
top
2.
and rotate
Bring bobbin thread up by pulling
top thread.
you one complete
turn.
If you cannot
pick
up bobbin
thread
1.
Is needle threaded
2.
Is thread tangled
3.
Are 3 to 4 inches of thread coming from
4.
Is thread from shuttle
5.
Is bobbin
6.
Is the machine
12
properly
from front
by following
around
steps given above, then check:
to back?
needle?
the shuttle?
tangled?
installed
threaded
in the bobbin
according
case?
to the instructions?
3.
Pull both
threads under and to the
back of the presser foot,
to 6 inches of thread clear.
leaving 4
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Adjust the Top Thread Tension
Choose
Top
side of fabric
the Correct
The best tension
Setting
Tension:
will depend
on;
the stiffness
and thickness
--~
the number
of fabric
---
the type of stitch
mark
Top
_hread
of the fabric
layers
The top thread
is too loose.
Bobbin
The top thread
is too tight
Tighten
For Straight Stitch
The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of
fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail.
If you look at the stitch, front and back, you will notice that there are no
gaps, that each stitch is smooth and even.
o%°
The top thread
appears on the
underside
of the
fabric.
The bobbin thread
appears on the
upper surface of the
fabric.
When adjusting top thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top
thread.
Tension is too loose:
Tension is too tight:
The top thread shows through the
bottom of the fabric. The bottom side
of the stitch will feel bumpy,
The bobbin thread will come through
the top of the fabric. The top side of
the stitch will feel bumpy.
13
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Reverse Stitch Control
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 for the correct appearance, To match this appearance, adjust the top
tension.
Top tension
Top tension
Too Tight
Too Loose
Top side of Fabric
Top
Just Right
side of Fabric
Top side of Fabric
To reverse stitch, hold down this control during
sewing.
Releaseto sew forward again.
Bottom
side of Fabric
Bottom
side of Fabric
Bottom
side of Fabric
Too
Tight:
Too
Loose:
Just
--
Corner
of
each
zigzag
will
pull
together
on
the
top side of fabrics,
--
The
top
thread
will loop through
bottom
side
of
fabric
and will be
pulled
almost
together.
Minimize
the amount
of top thread visible on
the
bottom
side
of
fabric
without
causing
excessive
puckering
or
causing
the
bobbin
thread
to show on the
top side.
Results vary
with fabric,
thread and
sewing condition&
14
Right:
SECTION
2.
PREPARE THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Stitch Selector
Model 12714
Settlng mark
//
_
StitchSelector
L
m
•
Stitch Selector /
The
stitch
stitch
regular
Straight,
Stretch
types
Stitches
"_
not
of stitches
/ ___
(t
rack stretch
Zigzag and Utility
Buttonhole
NOTE:
control
"q STRETCH
_
only
but also regulates
zigzag and rick
The different
If
CHI]
_"'"_
selector
you select,
mD
determines
the stitch
the
width
for
stitches.
are designated
Stitches
by color.
are red.
are yellow.
Settings are blue.
To
your
avoid
needle
needle
or fabric
is up and
out
damage,
be sure
of fabric
when
adjusting this control.
Model
12708
Model
12710
} io,L""O'TO"-
Model
12712
:dl
m_
•
era)
_
STRETCH_
15
SECTION2.
PREPARETHE MACHINEFOR
SEWING
Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance
Stitch Length Control
0
j
Setting mark
2
4
l
t
'
J
i
1/
/
Setting mark
t
'///_L-
I
i
Stitch Length
\
/
I
I
.I
[
I
\
i
I I
II
I
\
i/I
\
Tl_'2_titch
Length
o--I12--3
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t_4_
I
II
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t
Till
\
.=1
//
tting
mark
Stitch Length Control
Stitch Length Control
The
stitch
stitche
length
control
regulates
the
length
of stitch,
and also has a stretch
To
select
Stretch
setting.
In stretch
The higher
"0'"
the number,
Stitches,
set
the longer
the stitch.
means no feed.
Depending upon your fabric or your own preference in buttonholes, you may alter
the buttonhole stitch density within the blue buttonhole range on the stitch length
control.
stitch
sewing,
be in the
detent
for
materials.
most
used,
you
forward
control
at •
may
Stitch
position
Length
between
Depending
need
upon
to adjust
stitches of stretch
Control
Sand
should
L (vposition)
the type
this control
sewing with
of fabric
to
reverse
match
motion
stitches.
To
shorten
toward
"S".
stretch
stitches,
To lengthen,
L
•
turn
the
turn toward
•
•
Smocking stretch
16
this
position.
Rick rack stretch
S
control
"'L".
slightly
SECTION
2.
PREPARE
THE MACHINE
FOR SEWING
Stardng To Sew
Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided
Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew:
for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your new
1.
Inspect the needle, it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point. It should be the correct size for the fabric and thread being used. Do not be
afraid to change your needle frequently. Many of the new fabrics made of synthetic blends tend to dull the needles more easily than fabrics made of natural
fibers.
2.
Before placing the material on the machine, see that the ends of the threads have been drawn about 4 inches to the rear of the machine. Hold on to threads
during the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam.
3.
Test the machine stitch on a scrap of the fabric you plan to use. The fabric should be double thickness. Adjust
tension suitable to the fabric.
4.
Fabric should be placed under the presser foot with the bulk of the material to the left of the needle and the right edge of the material placed on the 5/8"
seammarking on the needle plate when making a simple seam.
5.
Run the machine at a slow even speed. The more pressure you put on the foot control, the faster the machine will sew.
6.
Fasten each seam by back tacking sewing a few stitches in reverse.
7.
Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point.
8.
Guide the fabric gently with your hand in front of the needle. Never pull or hold the fabric in such a way that the normal feeding is altered.
9.
When turning the hand wheel manually, always turn it toward you.
the machine for the length of stitch and
17
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Straight Stitches
Straight
Stitch
Use the Seam Guides
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
1
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Cornering
Stitch length
control red
The
1.
x_
z°n_
2.
3.
Straight foot
Raise the presser foot,
Raise the
position.
Place
to
Zigzag foot
the
8.
edge of the fabric
plate
guide
next
line on the
(5/8"
is
At the end of the seam, you may
want
needle to its highest
a stitching
needle
7.
9.
to reverse
to lock the stitch.
seam
are there
width.
the 5/8"
Raise the presser foot and remove
the fabric.
Turn
Guide
guides
to
help
on the needle
you
measure
The lines are 1/8"
and 7/8"
a Square
apart,
plate
seam
with
lines marked.
Corner
Cut the threads,
most
common).
4,
Draw
the
threads
back and lower
5.
6.
towards
the
the presser foot.
Press the foot control.
Hold
guide
the fabric loosely and gently
it along
the
guide
line, so
that it feeds naturally.
Do not force
pull it tight.
the fabric or try
to
To turn a square corner 5/8" from the
fabric edge:
1. Stop stitching and lower the
needle by turning hand wheel
toward you when the fabric edge
facing you lines up with the
cornering guide, as shown,
2.
Raise the presser foot and turn
the fabric to line the edge with
3,
18
the 5/8" seam guide.
Lower the presser foot and begin
stitching in the new direction.
SECTION
Topatitching
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Left Needle Position
set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch
Stitch selector
selector
I
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control red
zon
Here's How
1,
2.
Lower
the presser foot.
Keep
of
the
fabric
the
right
edge
of
the
Evenly
guide
the
to
the
edge
next
presser
foot.
Straight foot
Zigzag foot
3,
edge
to
topstitching
The Stitch
and
Topstitching
your
Its Uses
emphasizes
garment
and
keeps
the
lines
of
seams and
edges flat and crisp.
Accent
two
suits
rows
or
blouses
of topstitching
produce
3/8"
fabric
along this
an even
from
row
©
of
the edge.
Use Left Needle Position for more
control while topstitching or edge
stitching difficult fabrics.
NOTE:
with
one or
around
the
Use
only
foot
for
zigzag
presser
Left
Needle
Sewing.
outer edges of cuffs, lapels or collars.
19
SECTION
Straight
3.
LEARN
Stitches
THE STITCHES
(Continued)
• Sew in a Zipper
Fabric Preparation:
Set the Machine
Put
the
gether
per
right
sides of
the
fabric
to-
and sew to the end of the zip-
opening,
Use
the reverse
Stitch
Stitch
Zipper
1/S")
selector
teeth
Zipper
to lock
tape
the stitches.
Sew
the
length
zipper
at "4"
opening
and top
with
thread
stitch
tension
at "3",
Top thread tension
control 3 to S
Stitch length
control 2
To Sew:
1.
Fold
4.
back
Zipper foot
Top edge of fabric
<
2.
Turn
under the right seam allowance to form a 1/8" fold.
5,
Place the
1/8"
foot
on the left side
Lower
the zipper
zipper
teeth
foot
side at the bottom
so that
3.
left side of the zipper,
of the needle.
as shown,
of fabric
To sew the
set the zipper
the left seam allowance
next to the
the needle
and the zipper
fold and pin in place.
6.
Sew through
per
tape
slider
7.
Lower
on the right
of the
zipper
pierces the fold
tape.
the fold
to the
point
and the zipwhere
the needle
to hold
the fab-
ric and raise the presser foot.
20
the
begins.
SECTION3.
LEARNTHE STITCHES
Right side
"'-,
f
/
8.
Open the zipper.
9.
Lower
the
presser
10.
foot
and stitch
Close
the
fabric
right
zipper
and
turn
the
11.
side up.
the rest of the seam.
12.
13.
INVISIBLE
ZIPPER
AND
CORDrNG
INVISIBLE
ZIPPER
Adjust the foot so the needle is sewing through
the center hore of the foot and one groove of
the foot is riding on the teeth of the zipper as
shown. Follow
the zipper manufacturer's
instructions.
After
zipper has been inserted, finish
sewing seam by shifting foot to side position
sewing through side notch,
To
sew the
right
side
per,
set the
right
side of the needle.
Stitch
across
zipper
of the zip-
and
tom
of the zipper.
Turn
the corner
guide
the
teeth,
as shown.
Stitch
through
zipper
foot
foot
on
14.
the
the
bot-
continue
to
along
the
the
fabric
zipper
and
2" from
the top
Lower
the
needle
into
and raise the presser
16.
and
about
of the
zipper.
15.
below
Stop
Remove
open
17.
the
basting
the
fabric
foot.
stitches
and
the zipper.
Lower
the foot
of the
seam. Make
and stitch
the rest
sure the fold
is
even.
tape.
CORDrNG
Foot can also be used to make cording for slipcovers
etc. Cover a cord with a strip of bias
fabric and sew as shown.
NOTE:
Use "Low Bar Sewing Machine ZIPPER
FOOT'"
(6757)
for "invis}ble
zipper"
and "cording",
which can be obtained at any Sears retail store.
21
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Straight Stitches (Continued)
Usethe DarningPlate
•
Darning
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Sometimes
to control
when
you
sew, you
selector
Stitch length
control any number
adjust)
want
the fabric youself.
Here's How
The Darning
Plate covers the feed dogs
1.
so that they do not touch the fabric.
To Put on the Darning
NOTE:
No presser
foot
Plate:
The rectangular
holes in the
Darning
match
Plate
darning
plate,
holes are slightly
plate
the
holes in the needle plate.
the
2,
Darning
In
these
2.
Position the darning plate with
the 3 pins on the bottom.
Fit the darning plate pins into the
needle plate holes. The feed dogs
will show through the darning
plate holes.
Use the darning plate in the following
ways:
Darning (P. 22)
Button Sewing (P. 26)
presser foot
embroidery
and
hoops
stretch
fabric
with
hole
Draw the bobbin thread up through the
fabric by holding the top thread and taking
one stitch at the spot where you wish to
start darning.
4.
Lower the presser bar and sew at a slow
speed,
5.
Move the fabric back and forth slowly until
you have covered the darning area.
6.
Turn the fabric a half turn and sew another
layer of stitching over the first layer.
NOTE:
7.
22
Remove
between
centered.
3.
to the left
of center.
1.
Put the darning plate on the needle plate
(see p. 2.2).
If your fabric is thin or badly
damaged, use a separate piece of fabric
under the hole to reinforce it.
When you finish darning, remove the darning
plate.
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches
Basic Zigzag
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 2 to 5
Stitch length
control red
Here's How
There are many ways to sew a zigzag stitch.
Consult the specific variations for detailed directions.
Satin Stitch p. 24
Applique Work p. 25
Bar Tacking p. 25
Button Sewing p. 26
Overcasting p. 27
Zigzag foot
Three-step zigzag p. 28
The
Stitch
The
zigzag
common
your
and Its Uses
stitch
is one of the most
and most versatile
machine.
for sewing buttons,
ming,
stitches on
It can be a utility
overcasting,
buttonholes,
mending
stitch
hem-
and darn-
ing.
It can also be used to decorate
with
trims, appliques
or as a decorative
Rick-rack stretch p. 31
Overcast stretch p. 32
Serging p. 33
and cut-out
work
stitch.
23
SECTION
3.
LEARN
Zigzag Stitches
THE STITCHES
(Continued)
Satin Stitch
Zigzag
Set the Machine
Stitch
width
:
Close to 0
Stitch selector
2
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control 0.5 to 1
Stitch
length:
>
>
>
Satin stitch foot
The Stitch and Its Uses
The Satin stitch is a versatile
used decorative
stitch,
but
and often
it can also
be used to overcast a raw edge (for example,
blankets,
linens,
tablecloths
and napkins).
The Satin stitch
in applique.
24
is especially
attractive
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 may pucker some light
weight fabrics.
SECTION
Applique
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Bar Tacking
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control 0.5 to 1
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control 0.5 to 1
r
,
i
i
J
Baste
(or
joiner)
applique
Stitch
sure
Satin stitch foot
fuse
around
the
with
iron-on
pieces
on the
the
needle
applique
falls
along
fabric
This
stitch
is similar
fabric.
satin
stitch
and
making
points
of
pockets
and straps on ringerle.
the
outer
edge of the applique.
When
sewing
down
foot
into
and
corners,
the fabric.
pivot
the
Zigzag foot
lower
strain
to a very
is used
such
to
short
reinforce
as corners
or
Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches.
the needle
Raise the presser
fabric
to the
right
or left.
25
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STI,TCHES
Zigzag Stitches (Continued)
•
Sewa
Button
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length control
any number (not
Use the darning
Zigzag foot
plate
1.
Set the stitch
2.
Align
selector
both
holes
hole of the button
3,
Darning plate
26
for button
foot
of
the
the
just above the right
5.
Set the stitch
button
just below
Lower
Sew about
I
c_
at "
comes
4,
sewing
and turn
(see p. 22).
•
with
theslot
of the foot
and place theleft
the needle point.
the stitch
selector
to zigzag
until
the needle
point
hole of the button.
five stitches and raise needle.
selector
at ""
I
" again and sew a few stitches to lock
c_:_
thread.
To strengthen the shank, cut the
threads leaving a 20 cm (8") tail. Bring
the needle thread down through the
hole in the button and wind it around
the shank.
Draw the thread to the bottom side
and knot.
SECTION
•
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Overcasting Stitch
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch
lop thread tension
control 1 to 4
selector
Stitch length
control 1 to 2
Helpful Hints
Zigzag foot
Start overcasting about 1/8" inside the
raw corner of your seam. If you start
right at the edge, the fabric will bunch
up and the stitches will become
tangled.
The Stitch and Its Uses
This zigzag variation is very useful in
garment construction and in finishing
raw edges of any sewing project.
27
SECTION
3.
Zigzag Stitches
LEARN
THE STITCHES
(Continued)
Three-Step Zigzag
Lace Work
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch
Set the Machine
selector
Stitch
Stitch
selector
k
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control 0.5 to 1
Top threBd tension
control 1 to 4
?"
Stitch length
control 1
Seam Finishing
Place the fabric under the presser foot
so that the edge will be slightly inside
the right hand side of the presserfoot,
Zigzag foot
Zigzag foot
Guide the work so the right hand
stitches fall at the edge of the fabric.
to blouses and lingerie. Table linens
and pillows
become more elegant
when trimmed with lace.
The Stitch and Its Uses
Turn
The three-step zigzag is a combination
zigzag and straight stitch, You may use
the three-step zigzag everywhere you
would use the basic zigzag stitch. It
has more strength, elasticity, and is
-28
mending
sewing patches smoothly
securely.
repairing straight tears.
finishing seams.
and
raw edge of fabric
1/2".
Place
stitch
using stretch
under
lace underneath
blind
at least
and top-
hem stitch.
Trim excess fabric close to stitching.
flatter than a regular zigzag.
The three-step zigzag stitch is especially useful for:
--
Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch
Mending
Position
the
tear
that the stitching
under
the
needle so
will catch both sides.
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Blind Hemming
1/4"
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Light
Weight
Fabric
(Regular)
top thread tension
control 1 to 4
1/4"
Stitch length
control 1 to 3
Heavy
Weight
Fabric
Zigzag foot
There
are two
blind
wider
and will
"give"
1.
Finish
2.
Measure,
NOTE:
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
3.
4.
5.
Place garment
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
_
After
NOTE:
up your
weight
the material
should
(Stretch)
turn
The blind
machine.
The regular
and stretch
blind
hem is used for woven
fabrics.
The stretch
blind
hem ts
fabrics.
hem any way you desired.
(See Overcasting,
p. 27)
hem and pin.
fabrics,
(wrong
under
just catch
hemming,
on your
and is used for knit
the raw edge of your
For light
Fold
hem stitches
you may need a double
side out) on the edge to be stitched,
presser foot
the fold
press both
hem stitch
fold.
in such a manner
that
as shown,
straight
stitches
leaving
will
1/4"
of the finished
be sewn on extended
hem edge showing.
edge.
The zigzag stitch
of the garment.
sides of the finished
also can be used for
hem.
The top side of the garment
Lace Work.
will
show
only
the blind
stitches.
(See p. 28)
Stitch length
control 1 to 3
Zigzag foot
29
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Zigzag Stitches (Continued)
Box Stitching
Shell Stitching (Models 12712 and 12714)
(Model
12714
only)
Set the Machine
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 3 to g
Stitch length
control 1to 2
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control 1
Here°s How
1.
Use
For best effect:
this stitch
to
join
heavy
weight
interlining.
--
set the stitch
length
as you
Overlap
desire.
-
Zigzag foot
you may need to tighten
top thread
-
allow
tension
the
needle
clear the folded
fabric
2.
The Stitch
The Shell
and Its Uses
Stitch
is formed
by sewing a
hem over folded
fabric.
rows
of
are called
stitching
Several
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.
3O
You
to
just
edge of the
it zigzags.
sew rows of shell stitches,
space the rows 1/2"
blind
shell
If you
when
the
slightly.
can sew Shell
soft silky wovens
Stitch
apart.
on knits or
in any direction.
two
use this stitch
Zigzag foot
raw edges
together
to join them.
and
SECTION
Stretch
3.
LEARN
THE STITCHES
Stitches
Straight Stretch
•
Rick-Rack Stretch
Set the Machine
Stitch
Set the Machine
Stitch
selector
Stitch
Stitch
selector
III
Ill
Top thread tension
control 2 to 6
Stitch length
control yellow
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
position
position
_k_
stretch
Stitch length
control yellow
stitch
_k_
Y_J
stretch
stitch
L_J
The Stitch and Its Uses
Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that
you might use a zigzag stitch.
Straight
foot
Zigzag foot
Zigzag
foot
This stitch can be used as a decorative
top stitch as well.
The
The Stitch and Its Uses
This stitch is the stretch variation of
the straight stitch, especially developed for knits and stretch fabrics.
Stretch stitch can be used on other
fabrics as well.
It works well on
curved seams and on any garments
that will receive a great deal of strain
(me.children's clothes).
stretch
stitch
does
not
actually stretch as it is being
sewn, but is stitched in a
forward
and
back
motion
(sometimes called a "reverseaction" stitch), so that it will
give when the fabric stretches
instead of breaking. This stitch
can also be used for topstitching
on all fabrics.
31
SECTION
3.
LEARN
THE STfTCHES
Stretch Stitches {Continued)
Smocking
Overcast
Stretch
Set the Machine
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length control
yellow stretch stitch
position
Stitch
Stitch selector
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Stitch length
control yellow
position
_._
L_J
Here's How
stretch stitch
L_J
Zigzag foot
Place the raw edge of the fabric to
the LEFT of the needle as shown.
Zigzag foot
With
the
straight
stitch
length
stitching
at
lines
"4",
Knot
the threads
the bobbin
apart
gathers
the
evenly.
other
stitch
along one edge.
threads
end.
between
and distribute
Secure
Sew
the
Pu II out the gathering
NOTE:
Loosen
tension
easier.
the
to
Pull
the
the
top
The Stitch
and its Uses
This stitch can be used for
seam with an overcast finish.
seam
decorative
one
operation.
It
stitches,
you
are making
swimwear,
at
and
other
stretch.
stitches.
make
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim
seam allowance
after.
The
the threads
gathering
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short of the outside edge.
sew
3/8"
across the area to be smocked.
32
Stitching
Set the Machine
thread
gathering
is formed
and
sewing
a
NOTE:
finished
in
can be used when
garments
that
Raw or worn edges of older garments
can be overcast to prevent further
raveling.
ski pants
require
Use a blue stretch fabric
needle, which effectively
prevents skipped stitches.
SECTION
Serglng or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchin
Models 12712 and 12714)
Stitch
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
Set the Machine
selector
Stitch
Stitch length
control yellow
Stitch
Top thread tension
control 1 to 4
position
_
stretch
LEARN THE STITCHES
Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12714 only)
Set the Machine
Stitch
3.
selector
Stitch length
control yellow
position
stitch
t___J
Zigzag foot
Here's How
stretch
Place the fabric under the presser
foot so that the stitches are made
over the edge.
stitch
L_J
Zigzag
¸¸
foot
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
after,
NOTE:
The Stitch
and Its Uses
Use this stitch
narrow seam that
press open flat.
seams on knits
when you want a
you do not need to
It is ideal for 1/4"
or on medium to
heavyweight woven fabrics where you
want a narrow seam. It is also great
for making elastic swim wear.
When using stretch knit
fabric, use a blue stretch
fabric
needle
which
effectively
prevents
skipped stitches.
Choose this stitch to attach elastic to
garments.
1.
2.
Mark the elastic into quarters and
match these to the center front,
center back and side seams.
Place the middle
of the elastic
under the center of the presser
foot and stitch into place, making
sure the fabric is evenly distributed.
33
SECTION
3.
LEARN THE STITCHES
Buttonholes
Sat the Machine
Stitch
Stitch
selector
B
Top thread
control
tension
1 to 5
Stitch
length
blue zone
contro
_==
1. a. Carefully mark the buttonhole
length on your garment.
b. Change to the sliding buttonhole
foot.
Sliding buttonhole
foot
NOTE:
turn
c. Lower the presser foot.
NOTE:
the dial
Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of fabric
you plan to use to find the
more suitable stitch length.
34
garment.
ing running toward you.
Adjusting the Stitch Density
Depending upon your fabric or your
own preference in buttonholes, 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,
toward "1 ".
b. Line up the markings on the
foot with the top mark on your
c. Insert the garment under the
foot with the buttonhole mark-
%
(_)
2. a. Move the slider (A) toward you
so that the top mark (C) on the
slider meets the start mark (B).
Fn°!1 I C°ar
stitches
stitches
for light
fabric
for heavy
fabrics
The markings on the slider
are engraved in centimeters.
3. a. Set the stitch selector at _] .
b. Sew forward until you reach the
front marking of your buttonhole.
c. Stop
sewing at the left stitch.
SECTION
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:
:
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r
P_
Set the stitch selector
at _Jz
5. a. Set the stitch selector
m
at I_
"
6. a. Set the stitch selector
at r_
m
b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches.
c.
b. Sew
until
marking
Stop sewing at the right stitch.
c.
you
reach
the
back
of the buttonhole.
Stop sewing at the right
LEARN
THE STITCHES
t
)
4. a.
3.
b. Sew4
c. Stop
to 6 stitches.
sewing
at the left
m
7.
Remove
open with
the
fabric
and cut the hole
the buttonhole
opener•
stitch•
stitch•
NOTE:
When sewing at the edge of fabric,
and sew in reverse(
bl-->r_-_l_,_
UI
set
as illustrated
m
foot
m
buttonhole
_
sliding
I,_d
u
).
6_d
35
SECTION
4.
PERFORMANCE
PROBLEMS
CHART
What to Do When
PROBLEM
PROBABLE
Incorrect
Choose correct
size needle for thread and fabric,
Rethread machine,
Tighten upper thread
tension.
tension.
Pulling fabric.
Loose presser foot,
Do not pull fabric;
Reset presser foot.
Unevenly
wound bobbin,
Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate.
Rewind
Replace
Pulling fabric.
Incorrect
size needle.
Do not pull fabric; guide it gently.
Choose correct size needle for thread
Reset needle.
Reset presser foot.
Breaking
Needle
Incorrect
setting of needle.
Loose presser foot.
Upper
and lower
Bunching
of Thread
under
presser foot
Puckering
36
Stitches
CORRECTION
size needle,
Improper threading,
Loose upper thread
Irregular
CAUSE
threads
before
not
drawn
starting
back
seam.
Incorrect thread tension(s).
Using two different sizes or kinds of thread.
Bent or blunt needle.
Loose presser foot.
Fabric very sheer or very soft.
guide
bobbin.
needle plate,
When starting
it gently.
or polish
off
burrs
a seam be sure to draw
back of presser foot
formed.
about
Reset thread tension(s).
Upper thread and bobbin
Insert new needle.
and fabric.
both
4" and hold
thread
Reset presser foot.
Use underlay of tissue paper.
completely.
until
threads
under
and
a few stitchs
are
should be same size and kind,
SECTION
PROBLEM
4.
PERFORMANCE
PROBABLE CAUSE
PROBLEMS
CORRECTION
Incorrect size needle.
Bent or blunt needle.
Incorrect setting of needle.
Tight upper thread tension.
Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric.
Insert new needle.
Reset needle.
Loosen upper thread tension.
Breaking Upper Thread
Starting to stitch too fast.
Improper threading.
Tight upper thread tension.
Incorrect size needle.
Sharp eye in needle.
Nicks or burrs on shuttle.
Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate.
Start to stitch at a medium speed.
Rethread machine.
Loosen upper thread tension.
Choose correct size needle for thread end fabric.
Insert new needle.
Replace shuttle, or polish off burrs completely.
Replace needle plate, or polish off burrs completely.
Breaking Bobbin Thread
Improper bobbin case threading.
Lint in bobbin case or shuttre.
Check bobbin case threading.
Clean bobbin case and shuttle.
Skipping Stitches
CHART
Darning prate in place.
Remove darning plate.
Fabric not Moving
Stitch Length set at O.
Thread knotted under fabric.
Adjust Stitch Length Control.
Place both threads back under presser foot before beginning
to stitch.
Machine Jamming Knocking Noise
Thread caught in shuttle.
Lint in bobbin case or shuttle.
Disassemble and clean shuttle.
Clean bobbin case and shuttle.
37
SECTION
5.
CARE FOR THE MACHINE
Replacing the Light Bulb
Cleaning the Machine
To insure
that
The feed
dogs and shuttle
your
machine
operates at its best, you need to keep the essential
race areas can attract
dust and lint.
Your
machine
parts
clean at all times.
can become
sluggish
or knock
loudly
is caught.
Check
and clean those areas about
If you sew frequently,
T
clean more
every
three
months
under
normal
use.
often.
T
Clean the Feed Dogs
1.
Unplug the machine and open the
face cover.
CAUTION!
The light bulb could be
HOT.
Protect
your
fingers when you handle
it.
Follow
1,
2.
3.
Push the bulb up and turn the
bulb counter*clockwise to remove
it,
Put the new bulb in by pushing it
up and turning it clockwise.
38
these directions:
Unplug the machine.
presser foot and needte.
Using a screw driver,
needle plate.
Remove
remove
2.
Use a lint brush to clean the feed
dogs.
3.
Replace needle plate.
if a thread
SECTION5.
•
CAREFORTHE MACHINE
Clean the Shuttle Race
This
area must
about
every
be kept
three
free
of dust, lint
and occasional
tangled
thread.
Clean
the shuttle
race area
months.
Center pin of
the shuttle
Shuttle
driver
Lever
Lever
hurtle
Lever
case
To Clean the Shuttle
1.
Raise
point
2.
the
4.
needle
and remove
Push shuttle
shuttle
3.
Area:
bar
To Replace
to
the bobbin
race
its
highest
levers aside.
race with
Position
driver
out.
Assembly:
shuttle
race
is forming
as illustrated
half moon
so that
shuttle
on the left side of the
machine.
Lift
race cover and take shuttle
Clean the shuttle
brush.
1.
case.
Shuttle
2.
Hold
shuttle
to form
a llnt
will
Put a drop of oil on the center pin of
the shuttle and shuttle race. Do not
3.
over-oil.
4.
a half
by center pin and position
moon
shuttle
on the right
side.
Pointed
cover
place
over
so as
hook
be on the bottom.
Place
shuttle
race
into
shuttle
assembly.
Snap the levers back into the original
position.
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. If 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 of oil is sufficient.
Remove excess oil, otherwise it may stain fabric.
Kenmore sewing machine oil is available at your nearest Sears retail store.
NOTE:
Unplug the machine before oiling.
Remove needle and put needle bar in full down position.
e Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under the Arm Cover Plate
_
cover
•
Oil the Underside
plate
Facecover plate
I
Shuttle
Open face cover plate and/or
in illustration.
remove arm cover plate
Use only a drop of oil; do not over-oil.
40
by
loosening top
screw to oil points
cover
Open the shuttle cover by pulling down the embossed part on
the left side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back and
remove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration.
PARTS LIST
1
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center.
3
2
4
5
6
WHEN ORDERING
INFORMATION:
REPAIR
PARTS,
1. PART NUMBER
3. MODEL NUMBER
ALWAYS
GIVE
THE
FOLLOWING
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.
Ref. No.
7
8
13
17
9
14
18
10
11
12
15
19
20
21
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2O
21
Part No.
47
6510
*6862
1939
813404013
6551
6552
6553
6554
8O1506008
648801108
650802014
735503018
6870
593401008
*6757
135
*6864
6797
6830
802424004
820832005
41669
*6889
735801008
Description
Shuttle
Bobbin case
Bobbin box with 10 bobbins
Bobbin winder rubber ring
No. 11 Stretch fabric needles (BLU)
No. 11 Single needles (ORG)
No. 14 Single needles (RED)
No. 16 Single needles (PUR)
No. 18 Single needles (GRN)
Needle clamp with screw
Sliding buttonhole foot
Straight stitch foot
Standard zigzag foot
Satin stitch foot
Zipper foot
Zipper foot
Thumb screw
Needle threader
Light bulb
Buttonhole opener
Lint brush
Large screw driver
Small screw driver
Oil and lint brush
Darning plate
* These items are not furnished with the machine, but may be ordered per
instructions above.
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INDEX
A
Accessory storage box ...............
Adjusting stretch stitch balance .........
Applique ........................
Arm cover plate ..................
3, 7
16
25
4, 40
Face cover plate ..................
Feed dogs .......................
Foot control ....................
Free arm sewing ....................
H
Hand wheel .....................
Bar tacking ......................
25
Basic zigzag ......................
23
Blind hemming ....................
29
Bobbin ...................
4, 9_10, 41
Bobbin case ...............
9_10, 39, 41
Bobbin thread ..................
12_13
Bobbin winding .................
9_I0
Bobbin winding tension disc ..........
3, 10
Bobbin winding spindle .............
3, 10
Box stitching .....................
30
Buttonhole ....................
34_35
Buttonhole opener .............
4, 35, 41
Button sewing ....................
26
C
Cabinet ..........................
Carrying handle ....................
Changing needle ....................
Changing presser foot ................
Cleaning feed dogs and shuttle race ....
Clutch knob ..................
Cording ........................
Cornering guide ...................
3
4
7
7
38_3g
4, 9, 10
21
18
D
Darning ........................
Darning plate ...............
22
4, 22, 26, 41
E
Elastic stretch stitch ................
Extension table ...................
33
3, 7
F
Fabric, needle, thread and stitch
length chart .......................
42
3, 40
38
4_5
7
4, 17
I
Invisible zipper ....................
21
L
Lace work .......................
Large screw driver .................
Light and power switch .............
Light bulb ...................
Lint brush ...................
28
4, 41
4_5
5, 38, 41
4, 38, 41
N
Needle
Needle
Needle
Needle,
....................
4, 7_8, 41
clamp screw ..............
4, 7, 41
plate ....................
3, 38
thread and fabric chart ..........
8
O
Oiling ..........................
Overcasting stitch ..................
Overcast stretch stitching .............
40
27
32
P
Parts list ........................
Performance problems chart .........
Pine leaf stretch stitching .............
Plug connector ...................
Portable case ......................
Power switch ......................
Presserfoot .......................
Presserfoot lever ..................
41
36_37
33
4_5
3
5
4
4, 6
R
8
Replacing bobbin case .............
Reverse stitch control ..............
Rick rack stretch ..................
9_10
3, 14
31
S
Satin stitch foot ............
4, 24_25, 41
Satin stitch .......................
24
Seam guides ......................
18
Serging .........................
33
Sewing light .......................
5
Shell stitching ....................
30
Shuttle .......................
39, 41
Shuttle cover .....................
3, 9
Shuttle race ......................
39
Sliding buttonhole foot .......
4, 34_35, 41
Small screw driver .................
4, 41
Smocking .......................
32
Spool pin .......................
3, 6
Stitch length control ...............
3, 16
Stitch selector ...................
3, 15
Straight stitch ..................
I B_22
Straight stitch foot ........
4, 18_19, 31, 41
Straight stretch ...................
31
Stretch stitches .................
31_33
T
Thread cutter .....................
Thread guide ......................
Thread take-up lever ...............
Thread tensions .................
Three-step zigzag ..................
Topstitching
.....................
Top thread ....................
Top thread tension ...............
Top thread tension control .............
Turn a square corner ................
Zigzag
Zigzag
Zipper
Zipper
3, 6
3
3, 11
13_141
28
19
11_14
13_14
3
18
foot .........
18_19, 23, 25_33, 41
stitches ..................
23_30
application
...............
20_2!
foot ...............
4, 20_21,41
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WARRANTY
.=,
FULL 25-YEAR
WARRANTY
ON SEWING MACHINE
HEAD
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#
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For 25 years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in material or workmanship
which appear
in the sewing machine head.
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FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY
ON ELECTRICAL
EQUIPMENT
OF SEWING MACHINE
---
For two years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in material or workmanship which
appear in the electrical and electronic equipment of the sewing machine, including motor, wiring, switch and speed control
and printed circuit boards.
=-
__.
90-DAY WARRANTY
For 90 days from
ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL
the date of purchase, Sears will,
necessary for proper operation
ADJUSTMENTS
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free of charge, replace any parts and provide mechanical
service
of the sewing machine, except for normal maintenance.
To obtain warranty service described above, SIMPLY CONTACT THE NEAREST
CANADA. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in CANADA.
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SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER
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IN
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province.
SEARS CANADA
L,
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FULL
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0
INC., TORONTO,
ONT, M5B 2B8
....
__
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 pertinent facts when you call or
visit.
The model number of your Sewing Machine will be shown on your nomenclature plate on the back of
your Sewing Machine. See page 4 for location.
WHEN ORDERING
REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS
* PART NUMBER
* PART DESCRIPTION
GIVE THE FOLLOWING
* MODEL NUMBER
INFORMATION:
" NAME OF ITEM
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears
Repair Parts Distribution Canter for handling.
SEARS CANADA
S-385
INC., TORONTO,
Printed
ONT M5B 2B8
in Taiwan
Part No. 735806324
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