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MODEL 385. 12612090

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
"For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other)_
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet onty one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way."

"Foot Controller Model YC-482P for use with Sewing Machine Models

385.1148x x x, 385.1158 x x x, 385.1168x x x, 385.1258x x x, 385.1268x x x,

385.12612x x x, 385.1278x x x, 385.11607x x x, 385.t2710x x x, 385.12714x x x,
385.12712x x x, 385.17622x x x, 385.11608× × x, 385.12814x x × and 385.12014x x x.

xxx - represents numbers 000 through 999_"

(For U.S.A. market only) 100-316-005

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IMPORTANT SAFETY 4. Never

ventilation
operate
openings
the appliance with
of the sewing machine
any air opening
and foot
blocked,
controller
Keep
free from
INSTRUCTIONS accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening,

Your sewing machine is designed and constructed onty for HOUSEHOLD use. 6.' Do not use outdoors.
Read all instruction before using this sewing machine. 7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray} products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.

DA N G ER- To reduce the risk of electric shock:

8. To disconnect,
plug from outlet.
turn all controls to the off "'O") position, then remove

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always 9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the
unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using cord.

and before cleaning. 10. Keep fingers away from ale moving parts, Special care is required
2, Always unplug before relampmg. Replace bulb with same type rated around the sewing machine needle.
15 Watts. 11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the
3. Do not reach for the appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug needle to break.
_mmed_ate|y. 12. Do not use bent needles.
4. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub 13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching.
or sink, Do not place _n or drop into water or other liquid. _t may deflect the needle causing it to break,

14. Sw_tch the sewing machine off _,"0") when making any adjustment In

WAR N I N G- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock,

the
bobbin,
needle area,
or changing
such as threading
presser foot,
needle,
and the like.
changing needte, threading

or injury to persons. t5. A_ways unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other adjustments
1. Do not aNow to be used as a toy, Close attention is necessary when this mentioned in the instruction manual.

appliance is used by or near children.

2. Use this appliance

Use only attachments
only for _ts intended
recommended
use as described
by the manufacturer
in this manual.
as contained in
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTIONS
this manual.

3,
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 serwce
center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.

Dear Customer:

You have just invested m a very fine zigzag sewing machine. Before using your new Kenmore machine,
please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructions on how to operate
and care for your machine.

Specific instructions are gwen on threading, tension adjustments, cleamng, oiling, etc. This will help you
obtain the best sewing results and avoid unnecessary service expense for conditions beyond our control.

Adwce on the operation and care of your machine is always available at your nearest Sears Retai| Store,
Please remember, if you have questions about your machine or need parts and service, atways mention
the model number and serial number when you inqu_re.

Kenmore Sewing Machine

Record _n space provided befow the model number and seNal

number of this appliance. The modei number and serlaf number
are located on the nomenclature plate, as identified on Page 3 of
thts booklet,

Model No. 385. Seriat No.

Retain these numbers for future referencm

THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE, LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE.

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SECTION1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE • Left Needle Position ..................... 18

A Portable Case or. Cabinet is Available ............ 2 Darning ........................ I9
Locate and Identify the Parts .............. 2_3 Straight Stretch ........................ 19
Identify the Accessories ........................ 3 Zigzag Stitches .......................... 20_26
o Basic Zigzag ......................... 20
SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING • Satin Stitch ....................... 21
• Applique ............................. 22
Set Up the Machine ....................... 4_6
• Bar Tacking .................... 22
• Plug m the Machine and Switch on the Power ....... 4 • Sew a Button ........................ 23
• Foot Control Use ......................... 4
Overcasting Stitch .................... 24
• Setting Spool Pin .................. 5
• Rick-Rack Stretch ..................... 24
o Adjust the Presser Foot Lever ............... 5
• Overcast Stretch Stitching ................... 25
• Thread Cutter ........................... 5
e Serg]ng or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching ............ 25
Free Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table .... 6
o Three-Step Zigzag ......................... 26
• Accessory Storage Box .................... 6
Lace Work ....................... 26
e Change the Presser Foot ................. 6
Blind Hemming .......................... 27
Choose Your NeedEe and Thread ............ 6_7
Buttonholes ........................... 28_29
- To Change Your Needle ................. 6
Sew in a Zipper ........................ 30"-31
o Check Your Needle .................... 7
Shell Stitching ......................... 32
o Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart ..... 7
Smocking ............................ 32
Prepare the Bobbin ....................... 8_9
Elastic Stretch Stitch .................. 33
• To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine ...... 8
8ox Stitching .......................... 33
• Wind the Bobbin ..................... 8_9
o Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case ............ 9
SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART
Prepare Your Top Thread ............... 10_11
w Thread Your Needle .................... 10 What to Do When .................. 34_35
• Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread ............... 11
Adjust the Top Thread Tension .............. 12_13 SECTION 5. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE
Stitch Selector ....................... 14 Replacing the Light Bulb ................. 36
Stitch Length Control ................... 14 Cleaning the Machine ................... 36_37
Adjusting Stretch Stttch Balance ............ 15 • Clean the Feed Dogs .................... 36
Reverse Stitch Control ..................... 15 Clean the Shuttle Race .................. 37
Starting To Sew ..................... 16 Oiling the Machine ....................... 38
o Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under the
SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES
Arm Cover Plate .................... 38
Straight Stitches .................. 17_18 • Oil the Underside .................... 38
o Straight St_itch ................... 17
a Use the Seam Guides ................. 17 PARTS LIST ............................... 39
e Turn a Square Corner .............. 17
Use the Darning PIate .................... 18 INDEX ................................ 40
• Topstitehing ...................... 18
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A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available Locate and Identify the Parts

A full line of sewing cabinets are available at your

nearest Sears retail store or through our general
catalog. Upper Thread Guide Thread Spoo! Pin
Take-up Lever

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Another option . . _ buy a Carrying Case.. then
your Kenmore goes anywhere, can be stored any-
where, Bobbin Winding Spindle
Bobbin Winding Tension Disc

Top Thread Tension Controt

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Stitch Length Control

Face Cover Plate

Reverse Stitch Control

Thread Cutter

Needle Plate
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Stitch Selector

Shuttle Cover
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Extension Table
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SECTION 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Identify the Accessories

Arm Cover Plate Carrying Handte

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Hand Wheel

Bobbin / Lint brush

Presser Foot Lever

Auto Clutch Knob

_ Buttonhole opener

Light and
Power Switch

Free Arm
_La[_e screw driver

Connecto£ Darning p_

_,Nomenciature Plate

_Small screw d rwer

Straight
stitch toot

Foot Control

buttonhole toot /
stitchtoo___!
Satin _

Needle Clamp Screw

/ Zipper toot
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Set Up the Machine

• Plug in the Machineand Switch on the Power Foot Control Use

Power supply pIug

light

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Foot contro_

Power switch

4, Push the light and power switch to turn The foot control regulates the speed at
on the power and sewing light. which you sew.
Machine
plug To increase speed, gently press down with
SAFETY FEATURE:
the ball of your foot.
................... 4
Your machine will not operate unless the
NOTE: Before inserting the plug into your To decrease speed, release your foot pres-
light/power switch is turned on. If you are
machine, be sure the power switch ts sure slightly.
interrupted or stop sewing, turn off the
OFF,
llght/power switch to prevent injury to NOTE: The foot control is sensltive and
children.
Check your outtetto be sure it is a 110to120 wilt increase or decrease your
Volt AC outlet, sewing speed immediately.
Practice on a scrap of fabric to
2. Insert the machine plug into the three-prong
regulate your sewing speed to
plug connector, as shown, tt will only fit one
your taste and needs.
way.

3. insert the power supply plug into the outfet.

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Setting Spool Pin Adjust the Presser Foot Lever • Thread Cutter

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Spool pin

Normal up
poslT_on

High posiUor
position

ip
position

Presserfoot
lever

The spool pm Js used for hotding the spool The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your You don't need a pair of scissors to cut the
of thread in order to feed thread to the presser foot, thread after you finish sewing. Just use the
machine, handy thread cutter.
You can raise it about 1/4" higher than the normal
To use, pull up the spool pin. Push down up position for easy removal of the presser foot or Pull the threads to lengthen several inches
for storage. to help you place heavy fabrics under the presser before starting the next seam.
foot.
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Set Up the Machine (Continued) Choose Your Needle and Thread

• Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable o Accessory Storage Box • Change the Presser Foot = To Change Your Needle
Extension Table

Needle clamp screw

Fiat
side
away
from
you
To Remove the Extension Table The lid of the accessory storage Use the correct presser foot for
(for free-arm sewing) box lifts open toward you, the stitch you wish to sew,
NOTE: Raise the needle bar to its highest
I. Grip the table with your index finger Sewing accessories are conveni* position by turning the hand wheel
and thumb, as shown. To change the various presser
ently located in the box. toward you.
feet, raise the presser bar to its
2. Pu_t gently to the left. The extension
highest position by lifting the 1. Loosen the needle clamp screw by
table will snap out.
presser foot lever, turning it toward you.
Loosen the presser foot thumb 2. Remove the needle by pulling it down-
To Attach the Extension Tabfe
screw, choose the proper foot, ward.
(for fiat-bed sewing)
insert from the bottom. 3. Insert the new needle into the needle
1, insert the tab and the pin into their Tighten the screw using the clamp with the flat side away from you.
catches.
large screw driver to make 4. Push the needle up as far as it will go.
2. With your thumb and index finger, certain the foot is secure.
5. Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly
gently snap in.
with the large screwdriver from your
accessory box.
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Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart

NEEDLE RECOMMENDED
FABRIC SIZE AND THREAD SIZE STITCH LENGTH
COLOR SETTING
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Polyester Core/Cotton
Batlste_ Dimity, Chiffon, 2
Wrap
Silks, Fine Lace, Organza, 11.ORANGE (12 stitches per
Fine Mercerized Cotton
Crepe, Taffeta, Voi_e_ inch ]
Organdy Silk A

Medium Weight:
Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are Cotton, Cotton Blends,
50 Mereer=zed Cotton
Percale, Gingham, 2--2.5
sewing. Shantung, Pique, !4*RED Polyester Core/Cotton (1 0-12 st=robes
Seersucker, Satin, Kmts, Wrap
In your needle envelope, you will find the following color-coded Silk A
per mch)
Vinyl Su_tmgs, Linen,
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needles:
Wool Crepe, Leather
Blue (11 ) ........ for stretch fabrics.
Medium Heavy Weight: 50 Mercerized Cotton
Orange (11 } ........ for lightweight fabrics. Corduroy, Den=m, Woo!, 2--3
14-RED Mercerized Heavy-Duty
Red (14) ........ for medium or medium-heavy Sailcloth, Wool Flannel, or Polyester Core/Cotton (8-10 stitches
_Gabardine_ Velvets, per inch)
16*PURPLE Wrap
weight fabrics. Leather Silk A
Purple (16} ........ for medium-heavy weight fabrics
Heavy Wmght: Heavy Duty Mercerized
and decorative topstitching on these Cotton 3
Coatmgs, Upholstery 18-GREEN Polyester Core!Cotton {8 stitches per
fabrics. {This needle has a larger COttOn Duck, Heavy
Twills, Canvas Wrap inch}
thread hole for thicker topstitching Silk A
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thread.) 3--4
Decorative top-stitching 18-PURPLE Buttonhole Twist (6-8 stitches
Green (18) ....... for heavy weight fabrics and on all types ot fabric 1B-GREEN IUse as top thread only) per Inch)
decorative top-stitching on these Stretch Fabric:
fabrics, 11-BLUE
Polyester Doubte Knits, (STRETCH Polyester Core/Cotton 2--2,5
Nylon Tricot, Jersey. FABRIC Wrap (t0-12 stitches
Replacement Kenmore needles are avialable at your nearest Sears Stretch Terry, Spandex, NEEDLE) 50 Mercerized Cotton per mch}
Cire Tricot
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Check Your Needle

1. Look for barbed or blunt point.

2. A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in

knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics.

Always buy a good quality thread. It should resist tangling and

be strong, smooth and consistent in thickness.
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Prepare the Bobbin

To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine Wind the Bobbin

Release clutch by turmng the

clutch knob inside the hand wheel
toward you to stop the needle from

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moving while you winding the
Remove the extension table from To remove bobbin case from shut- bobbin.

the machine by pulling it to the tle, pul! open latch of bobbin case,
left. Open the shuttle cover by
Pu|l bobbin case straight out of
pulling down the embossed part on
shuttle,
the left side of the cover.

Raise needle to its highest positron

by rotating hand wheel toward you.
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• Wind the Bobbin (Continued)

Draw thread from spool through Pull end of thread through hole in Place bobbin onto bobbin winding Wind thread until winder stops.
bobbin winding tension disc as shown. bobbin as shown. spindle with end of thread coming Push bobbin winding spindle to the
from the top of the bobbin. Push left and clip thread. Remove bobbin.
bobbin winding spindte to the right Turn clutch knob away from you
until it clicks. Holding onto end of while holding hand wheel for normal
thread, start machine. When bobbin is sewing operation.
slightly filled, snip off end of thread.

= Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case

Place bobbin in bobbin case Pull thread through slot of case Pull thread under tension Holding latch open, position Case should lock into place
making sure thread feeds clock- as shown. spring and through the opening case into shuttle and release when latch is released.
wise and _s coming from as shown above. Pull 3 to 4 latch.
bobbin as shown. inches of thread from bobbin.
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Prepare Your Top Thread

= Thread Your Needle

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. Draw thread into thread guide using both hands.

2. While holding thread near spool, draw thread down into the tension area and then around the
check spring hofder.
The numbered steps above follow the numbers
3. Firmly draw thread up and through take-up lever from right to left,
on the illustrations.
4. Draw thread down and slip it into needle bar thread guide.
Dotted lines show pfaces where the thread
5. Thread needle from front to back.
loops and then is pulled tight.
NOTE: You may want to cut the end of thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading.

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,= Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread

1, Raise presser foot lever. Hold top 2. Bring bobbin thread up by pulling 3. Pull both threads under and to the
thread loosely in left hand and rotate top thread. back of the presser foot, leaving 4
handwheet toward you one complete to 6 inches of thread clear.
turn.

If you cannot pick up bobbin thread by following steps given above, then check:

1. is needle threaded from front to back?

2. Is thread tangled around needle.;

3. Are 3 to 4 inches of thread coming from the shuttle?

4. ts thread from shuttle tangled?

5. |s bobbin properly installed in the bobbin case?

6, Is the machine threaded according to the instructions?

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Adjust the Top Thread Tension

Choose the Correct Tension:

Top side of |abnc The best tension will depend on;

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Setting mark
the stiffness and thickness of the fabric
the number of fabric layers
the type of stitch

thread
The top thread The top thread
_s [oo loose, IS too tight

thread
Top.ida
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For Straight Stitch of fa

The ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between the two layers of The top thread The bobbin thread
fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail. appears on the
appears on the
underside of the
upper surface of the
If you look at the stitch, front and back, you will notice that there are no fabric. taboc.
gaps, that each stitch is smooth and even.
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When adjusting top thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top
thread.

Tension ts too loose: Tension is too tight:

The top thread shows through the The bobbin thread will come through
bottom of the fabric. The bottom side the top of the fabric. The top side of
of the stitch wilt feel bumpy. the stitch will feel bumpy.
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For Zigzag Stitch

In the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side
of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See
below for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust your top
tension.

Top tension Top tension

Too Tight Too Loose Just Right

Top slde of Fabric Top slde of Fabric Top s_de of Fabric

Bottom side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric

Too Tight: Too Loose: Just Right:

--- Corner ot each ---- The top thread MiMmize the amount
zigzag will pull will loop through ot top thread visible on
together on the bottom s_de ot the bottom side ot
top side of fabrics, tabrlc and will be fabric without causing
pulled almost excessive .puckering or
together, causing the bobbin
thread to show on the
top s_de, Results vary
with fabrrc0 thread and
sewing conditions.

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StitchSelector Stitch Length Control

0 1 2 3 4
/ Setting mark
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/ Se_ing mark
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Stitch Selector \ Stitch Length \\

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tting mark

Stitch Se|ecter Stitch Length Control

The stitch selector control not only determines the The stitch length control regulates the length of stitch, and also has a stretch
stitch you select, but also regulates the stitch width for stitches setting.
regular zigzag and rick rack stretch stitches.
The higher the number, the longer the stitch.
The different types of stitches are designated by color.
"0" means no feed.
Straight, Zigzag and Utility Stitches are orange,

Stretch Stitches are yellow. 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
Buttonhole Settings are blue.
control,
NOTE: To avoid needle or fabric damage, be sure
your needle is up and out of fabric when
adjusting this control

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Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance Reverse Stitch Control

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_Setti mark

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Stitch Length C__

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To select Stretch Stitches, set this control at

position.
In stretch stitch sewing, Stitch Length Control should
To reverse stitch, hold down this control during
be m the detent position between S and L (Tposition)
sewi ng.
for most materials. Depending upon the type of fabric
Release to sew forward again.
used, you may need to adjust this control to match
forward stitches of stretch sewing with reverse motion
stitches.
To shorten stretch stitches, turn the control slightly
toward "S" To lengthen, turn toward "L"

L • T • S

Smoothing stretch

Rickrack stretch

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Starting To Sew

Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessoNes provided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your new
Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew:

1. inspect the needle. It should be straight, properly set and sharp on the poinl_o 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 todull 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 fabric you plan to use. The fabric should be double thickness, Adjust the machine for the length of stitch and tension
suitable to your 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"
seam marking 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 wilf sew.

6. Fasten each seam by back tacking at the beginning and end of the seam,

7. Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point.

8. Guide the fabric gently w_th your hand in front of the needle. Never pull or hold the fabnc in such a way that the normal feeding is altered,

9. When turning the hand wheel manually, always turn it toward you,

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Straight Stitches

Straight Stitch Use the Seam Guides

Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector

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Cornering Guide
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 2 to 6 control orange
The seam guides on the needle plate
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are there to help you measure seam
t, Raise the presser foot, 7, At the end of the seam, you may
width. The tines are 1/8" apart, with
want to reverse to lock the stitch,
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2. Raise the needle to Its highest the 5/8" and 7/8" Hines marked.
position, 8, Raise the presser foot and remove
• Turn a Square Corner
the fabric_
Place the edge of the fabric next
to a stitching guide line on the 9, Cut the threads.
Straight foot Zigzag foot
needle prate (5/8" _s most
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common).

4. Draw the threads towards the

back and lower the presser foot,
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5. Press the foot control,

6. Hold the fabric loosely and gently

guide it along the guide line, so To turn a square corner 518" from the
that it feeds naturally, fabric edge:
Do not force the fabric or try to 1, Stop stitching and lower the
pull it ttght. needle by turning hand wheel
all

toward you when the fabric edge

facing you lines up w_th the
cornering guide, as shown,
2. Raise the presser foot and turn
the fabric to line the edge with
the 5/8" seam guide.
3. Lower the presser foot and bffgin
stitching in the new direction,
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Straight Stitches (Continued)

Usethe DarningPlate = Topstltching m Left Needle Position

Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch selector

Top thread tension Stitch length

controt 2 to 6 control orange

Sometimes when you sew, you want Here's How

to control the fabric youself.
1. Lower the presser foot,
The Darning Plate covers the feed dogs
2. Keep the edge of the fabric next
so that they do not touch the fabric.
to the right edge of the presser
To put on the Darning Plate: foot.
Straight foot Zigzag foot
NOTE: The rectangular holes m the Evenly guide the fabric along this
Darning PLate match the
3,

edge to produce an even row of

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ho|es in the needle plate. In topstitching 3/8" from the edge,
the darmng plate, these
holes are slightly to the left
of center. The Stitch and Its Uses Use Left Needle Position for more

1. Position the darnmg plate with controf while topstltching or edge

Topstitching emphasizes the lines of
the 3 ptns on the bottom. stitching difficult fabrics.
your garment and keeps seams and
edges fiat and crisp. NOTE: Use onfy zigzag presser
2. Fit the darning plate pins into the
Accent suits or blouses with one or foot for Left Needle
needle plate holes. The feed dogs
will show through the darning two rows of topstitching around the Sewing.

plate holes. outer edges of cuffs, Iapels or collars.

Use the darning plate in the .following

ways: Darning (P, 19)
Button Sewing (P, 23)

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Darning Straight Stretch

Set the Machine Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch selector

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Top thread tension Stitch length

contro] t to 4 control any number Top thread tension Stitch length
control 2 to 6 control yeltow
{not necessary to
position

kk_ stretch stitch

Here's How
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1. Put the darning plate on the needle plate
NO presser (see p, 1_88).
foot
2. Remove presser foot and stretch fabric Straight foot Zigzag foot
Darmng plate
between embroidery hoops with hole
centered.
Stretch stitching was developed
3. Draw the bobbin thread up through the
to be used on stretch fabrics and
fabric by holding the top thread and taking
knits+ It can be used on other
one stitch at the spot where you wish to
The Stitch and Its Uses fabrics as well. tt works well on
start darning.
This stitch is the stretch variation of curved seams and on any
4. Lower the presser bar and sew at a slow garments that will receive a great
the straight stitch, especially develop-
speed. deal of strain (ie. children's
ed for knits and"stretch fabrics.
5. Move the fabric back and forth slowly until clothes).
This stitch can also be used for
you have covered the darn'_ng area. The stretch stitch does not
topstitching on all fabrics.
6. Turn the fabric half turn and sew another actually stretch as it is being

layer of stitching over the first layer. sewn, but is stitched in a

forward and back motion
NOTE: tf your fabric is thin or badly
(sometimes called a "reverse-
damaged, use a separate piece of fabric
action" stitch), so that it will
under the hole to reinforce it.
give when the fabric stretches
7. When you finish darning, remove the darning instead of breaking,
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Zigzag Stitches
= Basic Zigzag
f
Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector

Top thread tension Stitch length

control 2 to 5 control orange

Here's How

There are many ways to sew a zigzag stitch,

Consult the specific variations for detailed directions,

Zigzag foot Satin Stitch p. 21

Applique Work p. 22
Bar Tacking p. 2__2
But-ton Sewing p. 2;3
Overcasting p. 24
Rick-rack stretch p. 2.__44

The Stitch and its Uses Overcast stretch p, 25

Serging p, 25
The zigzag stitch is one of the most
Three-step zigzag p. 26
common and most versatile stitches on
your machine, It can be a utility stitch
for sewing buttons, buttonholes, hem-
ming, overcasting, mending and darn-
ing. It can also be used to decorate
with trims, appliques and cut-out work
or as a decorative stitch.

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Satin Stitch
Zigzag width:
Set the Machine S_tch
Iength:
Stitch Stitch seJector 1
<

3
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 1 to 4 control 0,Sto 1

Close to 0

Satin stitch foot

The Stitch and Its Uses

Here's How
The Satin stitch is a versatile and often
used decorative stitch, but it can also Once your machine is set up to stitch, you may want to experiment on a fragment
be used to overcast a raw edge (for ex- of the fabric you are planning to use. Too tight a satin stitch may pucker some light

ample, blankets, linens, tablecloths weight fabrics,

and napkins).

The Satin stitch ts especially attractive

in applique.

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Zigzag Stitches (Continued)

= Applique = Bar Tacking
Set the Machine Sat the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch salecto r

l i
es
Top thread tension Stitch length Top thread tension Stitch tength
control 1 to 4 control 0,5 to 1 control 1 to 4 contro_ 0,5 to I
uid

Baste Ior fuse with iron-on fabric This st'_tch is similar to a very short
joiner) applique pieces on the fabric_ satin stitch and is used to reinforce
Stitch around the applique making points of strain such as corners or
sure the needle falls along the outer pockets and straps on lingerie,
Satin stitch foot edge of the applique. Zigzag foot
Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches.
When sewing corners, lower the needle
down into the fabric. Raise the presser
foot and pivot the fabric to the right
or left.
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Sew a Button

Sat the Machine

!ii';
Stitch Stitch selector

!!i!
Top thread tension Stitch length control
control 't to 4 any number (no?
necessary to adjust)

Use the darning plate for button sewin {see p. 18). To strengthen the shank, cut the
I
threads leaving a 20 cm (8") tail. Bring
1. Set the stitch selector at" €_ "
the needle thread down through the
Zigzag foot 2. Align the both holes of the button with the slot of the foot and place the left hole in the button and wind it around
hole of the button just below the needle point. the shank.

3+ Lower the foot and turn the stitch selector to zigzag until the needle point Draw the thread to the bottom side
Darnmg plate comes just above the right hole of the button, and knot.
4. Sew about five stitches and rinse needle.

5. Set the stitch selector at "' c_ again and sew a few stitches to _ock thread.

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Zigzag Stitches (Continued)

Overcasting Stitch Rick-Rack Stretch

Set the Machine Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch setector

Top thread tension Stitch length

Top thread tension Stitch _ength controi 1 to 4 control yei!ow
control 1 to 4 controI 1 to 2 stretch stitch

posit_on
Helpful Hints The Stitch and Its Uses

Start overcasting about 1/8" inside the Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that
raw corner of your seam. if you start you might use a zigzag stitch,
right at the edge, the fabric will bunch This stitch can be used as a decorative
Zigzag foot Zigzag foist
up and the stitches will become
top stitch as well,
tangled.

The Stitch and Its Uses

This zigzag variation is very useful m

garment construction and in finishing
raw edges of any sewing project,

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= Overcast Stretch Stitching = Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching

Set the Machine (_ Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch selector

Top thread tenston Stitch length

control I to 4 control yellow Top thread tension Stitch length
stretch smch centre! 1 to 4 control yellow
stretch stitch

positron Here's How Here's How

Y_J __ position
L_J Place the fabric under the presser
Place the raw edge of the fabric to
the LEFT of the needle as shown. foot so that the stitches are made
over the edge.
Zigzag foot Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric Zigzag foot
just short of the outside edge. Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8"
seam, then trim seam allowance
Or, place your fabric to allow a 5/8 °'
after.
seam, then trim seam allowance
after. NOTE: When ustng stretch knit

Raw or worn edges of older garments fabric, use a blue stretch

The Stitch and Its Uses can be overcast to prevent further The Stitch and Its Uses fabric needle which

raveling. effectively prevents

This stitch can be used for sewing a Use this stitch when you want a
skipped stitches.
seam with an overcast finish. NOTE; Use a blue stretch fabric narrow seam that you do not need to
The seam is formed and finished Jn press open flat. It is ideal for 1/4"
needle, which effectively
one operation. It can be used when seams on kmts or on medium to
prevents skipped st|tches.
you are making swimwear, ski pants heavyweight woven fabrics where you
and other garments that require want a narrow seam. it is also great
stretch. for making elastic swim wear.

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ZigzagStitches (Continued) Lace Work

= Three-Step Zigzag

Set the Machine Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch se|ector Stitch Stitch selector

/

Top thread tension Stitch length Top thread tension Stitch Length
control 1 to 4 control 0_5 to I control t to 4 control !

Seam Finishing

Place the fabric under the presser foot

so that the edge will be slightly inside
the right hand side of the presser foot.
Zigzag foot Zigzag foot
Guide the work so the right hand
J
stitches fall at the edge of the fabric.
Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch
to blouses and lingerie. Table linens
and piJ_ows become more elegant
when trsmmed with lace.
The Stitch and Its Uses
Turn raw edge of fabric under at least
The three-step zigzag Ls a combination
1/2". Place lace underneath and top-
zigzag and straight stitch. You may use
the three-step zigzag everywhere you stitch using stretch blind hem stitch.

would use the basic zigzag stitch, it Trim excess fabric close to stitching.
has more strength, elasticity, and is
flatter than a regular zigzag.
The three-step zigzag stitch is especial-
iy useful for:
-- mending
Mending
- sewing patches smoothly and
securely. Position the tear under the needle so
-- repalnng straight tears. that the stitching will catch both sides.
-- finishing seams.
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Blind Hemming

Set the Machine 114"

Stitch Stitch selector

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Light
(Regular} Weight
Fabric
"top thread tension Stitch length
control t to 4 control 1 to 3

Heavy
Weight
Fabric
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There are two blind hem stitches on your machine. The regular blind hem Js used for woven fabrics, The stretch blind hem is
Zigzag foot
wider and will "give" and is used for knit and stretch fabrics.

1. Finish the raw edge of your hem any way you desired, (See Overcasting, p, 24)

2. Measure, turn up your hem and pin.

NOTE: For light weight fabrics, you may need a double fold.

Sat the Machine 3. Fold the material (wrong side out) on the edge to be stitched, as shown, leaving 114" of the finished hem edge showing:
uid

Stitch Stitch selector 4, Place garment under presser foot in such a manner that straight stitches will be sewn on extended edge, The zigzag stitch,

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should just catch the fold of the garment.

5. After hemming, press both sides of the finished hem. The top side of the garment will show only the blind stitches,
(Stretch)
NOTE: The stretch blind hem stitch also can be used for Lace Work. (See p. 2__66)

Top thread tension Stitch length

control 1 to 4 control I to 3
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Buttonholes

Set the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector

( DEID)
Top thread tension Stitch length control
control t to 5

1. a. Carefully mark the buttonhole 2. a. Move the slider (A) toward you 3. a. Set the stitch selector at
length on your garment-. so that the top mark (C) on the b. Sew forward until you reach the
slider meets the start mark (B).
b. Change to the sliding buttonhole front marking of your button-
foot. b. Line up the markings on the hole.
Sliding buttonhole foot toot with the top mark on your
c. Insert the garment under the c. Stop sewing at the left stitch.
foot with the buttonhole mark- garment.

mg runmng toward you. c. Lower the presser foot.

NOTE: The markings on the slider

are engraved in centimeters.

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
(_ For more
length
density,
dial.
turn the dial
@ @
@
toward
For
toward
"0 '°`
tess densLty,
"1 °',
turn the dial
slil[chB5

tot
|abrics
lighl l SIilches

tot heavy
fabrics

NOTE. Always make a pract=ce but-

tonhole on a scrap of fabric
you plan to use to find the
more suitable stitch length.
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4. a. Set the stitch selector at _j_ 5. a. Set the stitch selector at I_i 6. a. Set the stitch selector at [_ 7. Remove the fabric and cut the hole

b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. open with the buttonhole opener.

b. Sew until you reach the back

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 sewinreverse, _]-_[_[_-_ ).

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Sewin a Zipper

Fabric Preparation:
Set the Machine
Z{pperteeth
Put the right sides of the fabric to-
Stitch Stitch selector
gether and sew to the end of the zip-
Zipper tape
per opening. Use the reverse to lock
the stitches. I
Sew the zipper opemng with stitch
length at "4" and top thread tension
at "3".
Top thread tension Stitch length
control 3 to 6 control 2

End ot opening To Saw: 4. To sew the left side of the zipper,

1. Fold back the |eft seam allowance set the zipper foot on the 1.eft side
as shown. of the needle.

2, Turn under the right seam allow- 5. Lower the zipper foot on the right
Right side Zipper foot

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of fabric ance to form a I/8" fold. side at the bottom of the zipper
so that the needle p_erces the fold
3. Place the zipper teeth next to the
and the zipper tape.
118" fold and pin in place.
Top edge of tabrtc 6. Sew through the fold and the zip-
per tape to the point where the
slider begins,

7. Lower the needle to hold the fab-

ric and raise the presser foot.

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10, Close the z_pper and turn the 11. To sew the right side of the zip- 14. Stop about 2" from the top of the
8, Open the zipper.
per, set the zipper foot on the zipper.
fabric rtght side up.
9. Lower the presser foot and stitch
right side of the needle, 15. Lower the needle into the fabric
the rest of the seam.
12. Stitch across and below the bot- and raise the presser foot.
tom of the zipper. 16. Remove the basting stitches and
13. Turn the corner and continue to open the zipper,

INVISIBLE ZIPPER AND CORDING guide the foot along the ztpper 17, Lower the foot and stitch the rest
teeth, as shown, of the seam, Make sure the fold is
t INVISIBLE ZIPPER
Adjust the loot so the needle _ssewing through Stitch through the fabric and even,
the center hole of the foot and one groove ol zipper tape,
the toot Js riding on the teeth of the z_pper as
shown. Follow the z_pper manufacturer's inst-
ructions. After zipper has been _nserted, finish
sewing seem by shifting toot to side position
sewing through side notch.

CORDING

Foot can also be used to make cording for slip*

covers ere, Cover a cord with a strip of bias
fabric and sew as shown,

NOTE:
Use **Low Bar Sewing Maohlne ZIPPER FOOT"
{6757} tot "invisible zipper" and "'cording",
which can be obtained at any Seats retail store.

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Shell Stitching Smocking

Sat the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch selector

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Top thread tension Stitch length Top thread tension Stitch length control
control 3 to 9 control I to 2 control 1 to 4 ye]tow stretch stitch
.............................. J position
Here's How
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1. For best effect:

set the stitch length as you 7

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desire.
Zigzag toot -- you may need to tighten the Zigzag foot
top thread tension slightly.
-- allow the needle to just
clear the folded edge of the
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fabric when it zigzags.

With the stitch length at "4", sew
2. tf you sew rows of shell stitches,
straight stitching lines 3/8" apart
The Stitch and Its Uses space the rows 1/2" apart. across the area to be smocked.
:i'he Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a You can sew Shell Stitch on knits or Knot the threads along one edge. Pull
blind hem over folded fabric. Several soft silky wovens in any direction. the bobbin threads and distribute the
rows of shell stitching are called shell gathers evenly. Secure the threads at
tucks. the other end. Sew the decorative
stitch between the gathering stitches.
Shell stitching can be used to finish
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Pull out the gathering stitches.

hems, sleeve and neck opemngs.
NOTE: Loosen the top thread
Shell tucking can be used to create
tension to make gathering
scalloped tucks on blouses and
easier.
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ElasticStretch Stitch Box Stitching

Set the Machine Sot the Machine

Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch selector

Top thread tension Stitch length

corttrol l to 4 control yellow Top thread tension Stitch length
stretch stitch control I to 4 control 1

Use this stitch to loin heavy weight

position
Y_J interlining.

Overlap two raw edges together and

use th_s stitch to join them.
Zigzag foot

Choose this stitch to attach elastic to

garments.

1. Mark the elastic into quarters and

match these to the center front,
center back and side seams.

2. Place the middle of the elastic

under the center of the presser
foot and stitch into place, making
sure, the fabric is evenly distri-
buted.

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PROBLEMSCHART

Whatto Do When

PROBLEM PROBABLECAUSE CORRECTION

Incorrect size needle. Choose correct size needle for .thread and fabric.
Improper threading, Rethread machine.
Loose upper thread tension, Tighten upper thread tension.
lrregufar Stitches Pulling fabric, Do not pull fabric; guide it gently.
Loose presser foot. Reset presser foot.
Unevenly wound bobbin, Rewind bobbin.
Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate. Replace needle plate, or polish off burrs completely,

Pulilng fabric. Do not pull fabric; guide it gently,

Incorrect size needle. Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric,
Breaking Needle Reset needle,
Incorrect setting of needle,
Loose presser foot, Reset presser foot,

Upper and lower threads not drawn back When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads under and
Bunching of Thread under presser foot before starting seam, back of presser foot about 4" and hold until a few st'ltchs are
formed,

Incorrect thread tension{s), Reset thread tension(s).

Using two different sizes or kinds of thread, Upper thread and bobbin thread should be same size and kind,
Puckering Bent or blunt needle. tnsert new needle.
Loose presser foot. Reset presser foot.
Fabric very sheer or very soft, Use underlay of ttssue paper,

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Whatto Do When (Continued)

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION

Incorrect size needle. Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric.
Bent or blunt needte. insert new needle.
Skipping Stitches Incorrect setting of needle. Reset needle.
Tight upper thread tens=on. Loosen upper thread tension.

Starting to stitch too fast. Start to stitch at a medium speed.

improper threading. Rethread machine.
Tight upper thread tension. Loosen upper thread tension.
Breaking Upper Thread Incorrect size needle, Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric.
Sharp eye in needie. Insert new needle.
Nicks or burrs on shuttle. Replace shuttle, or polish off burrs compieteiy.
Nicks or burrs at hole of needle ptate. Replace needie plate, or polish off burrs completely.

Breaking Bobbin Thread improper bobbin case threading. Check bobbin case threading.
Lint in bobbin case or shuttle. Clean bobbin case and shuttle.

Darning plate in place. Remove darning plate.

Stitch Length set at O, Adjust Stitch Length Control.
Fabric not Moving Thread knotted under fabric. Place both threads back under presser foot before beginmng
to stitch.

Thread caught in shuttle. Disassemble and clean shuttle.

Machine Jamming Knocking Noise Lint in bobbin case or shuttle, Clean bobbin case and shuttle.

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SECTION 5. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE

Replacing the Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine

To insure that your machine operates at its best, you need to keep the essential parts clean at all times.
The feed dogs and shuttle race areas can attract dust and lint. Your machine can become slugglsh or knock _oudly if a thread
is caught.
Check and clean those areas about every three months under normal use.
If you sew frequently, clean more often.

Clean the Feed Dogs

\
t, Unplug the machine and open the
face cover.

CAUTION! The light bulb will be

HOT. Protect your
,, J
fingers when you Follow these directions:
handle it.

Unplug the machine. Remove 2. Use a lint brush and clean the feed 3, Replace needle plate intoposition.
2. Push the bulb up and turn the presser foot and needle. dogs,
bulb counter-clockwise to remove
Using a screw driver, remove
it.
needle plate.
3, Put the new bulb in by pushing it
up and turning it clockwise.

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= Clean the Shuttle Race

This area must be kept free of dust, lint and occasional tangled thread. Clean the shuttle race area
about every three months.

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Center ptn o{
the shutt]e Shuttte driver

Lever

Lever Shuttle

Leve
es
Shuttle Race L Pointed

Lever
(Oil here) Shuttle Race
Cover
case

To Clean the Shuttle Area: To Replace Shuttle Assembly:

1, Raise the needle bar to its highest 1, Position shuttle race as illustrated so that shuttle
uid

point and remove the bobbin case. driver is forming half moon on the left side of the

2. Push shuttle race levers aside. Lift machme.

shuttle race cover and take shuttle out. 2. Ho_d shuttle by center pm and posit=on shuttle so as

3. Clean the shuttle race with a iint to form a half moon on the right side. P6inted hook

brush. will be on the bottom.

4. Put a drop of oif on the center pin of 3. Place shuttle race cover into place over shuttle
the shuttle and shuttle race. Do not assembly.
over-oil. 4. Snap the levers back into the original position,
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Oiling the Machine

Oil the machine m all areas shown on this page at least once a year; otherwise the machine can become sluggish or will knock Ioudiy. If you use the machine
frequently, oil the machine under the top cover about every three months, tn 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.

• Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under the Arm Cover Plate e Oil the Underside

)/Arm cover plate

Face cover plate

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Shuttle cover

Open face cover pfate and/or remove arm cover plate by loosening up top screw to oil points Open the shut-t_e cover by pulling down the embossed part on
in illustration. the left side of the cover, Tilt the machine head back and
Use only a drop of oil; do not over-oil. remove bottom cover. Oil po}nts in illustration.

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PARTSLIST All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING

1 2 3 4 5 6 INFORMATION:
1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER 4. NAME OF ITEM

tf the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order w_ll be electronically
transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling.

Ref. No. Part No. Description

t 47 Shuttle
7 8 9 10 11 12 2 6510 Bobbin case
3 *6862 Bobbin box with 10 bobbins
4 1939 Bobbin winder rubber ring
5 813404013 No, 11 Stretch fabric needles (BLU)
6551 No. tl Single needles (ORG}
6552 No. 14 Single needles (RED)
6553 No. 16 Single needles (PUR)
6554 No. 18 Single needles (GRN)
6 652508002 Needle clamp with screw
7 648801108 Sliding buttonhole foot
13 14 15 16
8 650802003 Straight stitch foot
9 735503007 Standard zigzag foot
10 6870 Satin stitch foot
11 593401008 Zipper foot
12 *6757 Zipper foot
13 135 Thumb screw
14 *6864 Needle threader
t5 6797 Light bulb
16 6830 Buttonhole opener
17 19 20 t7 802424004 Lint brush
18 820832005 Large screw driver
19 41669 Small screw driver
20 *6889 Oil and lint brush
21 21 735801008 Darning plate

*These items are not furnished with the machine, but may be ordered per
instructions above.

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INDEX

A Feed dogs ................. 36 S

Accessory storage box ............... 2, 6 Foot control ............... 3_4 Satin stitch foot .......... 3, 21 _ 22, 39
Adjusting stretch stitch balance ...... 15 Free arm sewing ................. 6 Satin stitch ..................... 21
Applique ....................... 22 Seam guides .................. 17
Arm cover plate ................. 3, 38 H
Sergmg ........................ 25
Hand wheel .................. 3, t6 Sewing light ....................... 4
B Shell stitching ................. 32
Bar tacking .................... 22 I Shuttle ................... 37, 39
Basic zigzag .................... 20 Invisible zipper ................ 31 Shuttle cover ................ 2, 8
Blind hemming ................ 27 Shuttle race ..................... 37
Bobbin .................. 3, 8 _ 9, 39 L Sliding buttonhole foot ...... 3, 28 _ 29, 39
Bobbin case ............. 8_9, 37, 39 Lace work ................. 26 Smafl screw driver ................ 3, 39
Bobbin thread ................. t 1_t2 Large screw driver .............. 3, 39 Smocking ................... 32
Bobbin winding .................. 8_9 Light and power switch ............ 3_4 Spool pin ................... 2, 5
Bobbin winding tension disc ........... 2, 9 Light bulb ................... 4, 36, 39 Stitch tength controf ............... 2, 14
Bobbin winding spindle .............. 2, 9 Lint brush ................ 3, 36, 39 Stitch selector ................... 2, 14
Box stitching .................... 33 Straight stitch ............... 17_18
Buttonhole .................... 28_29 N Straight stitch foot .......... 3, 17_19o 39
Buttonhole opener ............ 3, 29, 39 Straight stretch .................. 19
Button sewing .................... 23 Needle ............... 3, 6 _ 7, 39
Needle clamp screw .......... 3, 6, 39 T
C Needle plate ................. 2, 36
Thread cutter .................... 2, 5
Needle, thread and fabric chart .......... 7
Cabinet ................... 2 Thread guide ............ _ ....... 2
Carrying handle ......... 3 Thread take-up lever .............. 2, 10
O
Changing needle ................ 6 Thread tensions .......... 12_13
Changing presser foot ................ 6 Oiling .................. 38 Three-step zigzag ................ 26
Cleaning feed dogs and shuttle race : . , 36_37 Overcasting stitch ................ 24 Topstttching ............... 18
Clutch knob .................. 3, 8, 9 Overcast stretch stitching ............ 25 Top thread ................... t0_13
Cording ........................ 3t Top thread tension .............. 12_13
P
Cornering guide ................. 17 Top thread tension controi ............ 2
Parts list ..................... 39 Turn a square corner - , .......... 17
D Performance problems chart ....... 34_35
Pine leaf stretch stitching ........... 25 Z
Darning ................... 19
Plug connector .................. 3_4
Darning plate ....... 3, 18 _ t9, 23, 39 Zigzag foot .... 17_20, 22"27, 32_33, 39
Portable case ............... 2
Zigzag stitches .................. 20_26
Power switch - , .................. 4
E Zipper application .............. 30_31
Presser foot ....................... 3
Elastic stretch stitch ............ 33 Zipper foot .............. 3, 30_3t, 39
Presser foot leger ................ 3, 5
Extension table .............. 2, 6
R
F
Replacing bobbin case ........... 8_9
Fabric, needle, thread and stitch
Reverse stitch control ............. 2, 15
length chart ........................ 7 Rick rack stretch ................ 24
Face cover plate .................. 2, 38

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SETTING UP YOUR MACHINE

1, You'll find the spool pin on the top
cover,
Pull up the spool pin,

2o Plug foot control into machine

receptacle, Then connect cord into
any 1 !0 _ 120 volt A,C, wall outlet, Spoof pfrl@

3. Your Kenmore sewing machine has

been thoroughly oiled at the factory,
Be sure to wipe off the needle plate
area, bed plate and shuttle carefully
before sewing a garment it is wfse to
practice on a scrap of fabric so any
surplus oil is absorbed.

STITCH SELECTOR

There are certain types of stitches that are used

more often than others in your garment con-
struction, Because of their frequent use, you will
soon realize the convenience offered to you by Stitch Selector
th_s control The des{red stitch w{_l be obtained
by turning the Stitch Selector,

All stitches printed in yellow on the indicator _ ".-. _3 c',=

panel must be sewn with Stitch Length Control iJ'_f
set at _' Stretch position, _1 _:3t "

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CARE FREE STITCHING

m
Fie!
Side
aw_y
L_ .co Remove

plate.
I _Il _'_ )
Periodically
your
oil
mstructton
at

KENMORE SEWING MACHINE OIL.

polnts
book.
indicated
USE ONLY
m
es
trom

you

THREADING
TENSION
THREAD CAN TANGLE AND SNAP wJthout being seen. If your
thread breaks, unthread and then RETHREAD the machine, both top Compare your straight stitching w_th the illustrations. If it looks like rather
and bottom threads, ot the top two, correct the thread tensmn dial as shown.
BE SURE TO NOTE YOUR PRESENT SETTING BEFORE YOU START
uid

TOP THREADING BOl'rOM THREADING

ADJUSTING. _!
I. Insert bobbin wlth thread wound as shown and i:
Make sure there is no slack or
snags m the thread. Use the grade bobbin onto center pln of bobbin case,
type of thread and size needle 2, Pull thread through slot.
recommended In your mstruc- 3. Pull thread under tension spring. _lll
tion book. Thread should 4, Holding latch open, position case into shuttle,
come off the back ot the and release latch.
spool as shown.

Correct Stitching
COMPLETING THREADING
-g

Hold top thread loosely =n left hand and rotate

handwheel toward you one complete turn, Next, IMPORTANT i:i:!:!
pult top and bottom threads under and to the back
For your safety an important new feature has been incorporated in this machine. i,_:_I
of presser foot.
The light/power sw_tch provides electric current for the motor as well as the light.
In order to operate the machine this switch must be on.
If you are interrupted while sewing and must leave the machine unattended, just
turn off the lighUpower sw_tch and the machine can not be started accidentally by
all

pressing on the toot control, This feature also apples when the machine =sm
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1. SELECTOR 2. LENGTH J 3. TENSION OTHER
CONTROL l CONTROL t 4. PRESSER
FOOT SETTING

ORANGE ZONE 2 TO 6 A orC

ORANGE ZONE 2 TO 5 A

0.5TO I 1 TO 4 A

1 TO 3 1 TO4 A

BLIND (STRETCH) ! TO3 1 TO4 A

SHELL 1 TO 2 3 TO 9 A

BOX 1 1 TO,4 A
STRAtGHT STRETCH V YELLOW POS_TtON 2 TO 6 AorC

RICK-RACK YELLOW A
POSITION 1 TO 4
SMOCKING T YELLOW POSITION i 1 TO 4 A
OVERCAST V YELLOW POSITION 1 TO 4 A

SERGING V YELLOW POSITION 1 TO 4 A

ELASTIC _" YELLOW POSITION I TO 4 A

BUTTONHOLE BLUEZONE _ I TO .5 E

SATIN 0.5 TO i 1 TO 4 B

DARNING F
ANY NUMBER ! TO 4
(DARNING PLATE)

ANY NUMBER 1 TO4 A F

{DARNING PLATE)
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OPTIONAL FEET AND ATTACHMENT (SEWING MACHINE SOURCE 385)

(A) (B) (C)

SEWING MACHINE SEWING MACHINE PART DESCRIPTION
MODEL NO, PART NO.

10111, 11541, 11551, 11581, 200012104 Hemmer Foot

11607, 11682, 12320, 12321, 214872O00 Watking Foot
12331, 12332, 12490, 12491, (Even Foot)
12492, 12493, 12541, 12581,
941450000 Pin-Tuck Foot
12641, 12712, 12714, 12741,
941460000 Gathering Foot
12781, 12841, 16951, 17622,
17781, 17881, 941620000 Ruffter

15841, 16841, 17641, 17824, 200002008 Piping Foot

17922, 17928, 200003009 Gathering Foot
200005001 PimTucking Foot
200013105 Hemmer Foot
200027102 Binder Foot
200030108 l/4" Seam Foot
214872000 Walking Foot
654805008 Embroidery Foot
941620000 Ruffler

18836, 18841, 19150, 19501, 200002008 Piping Foot

t9502, 19601, 200003009 Gathering Foot
200005001 Pin-Tucking Foot
200013105 Hemmer Foot
200027102 Binder Foot
200028103 Roller Foot
200029104 Teflon Foot
200030108 1/4" Seam Foot
200031109 Applique Foot
200032100 Cording Foot
214872000 Watking Foot
654805008 Embroidery Foot
941620000 Ruffler

15641, 16641, ML-330555 Elastic Foot

200201009 Piping Foot

200209100 Blind Hem Foot

200210104 Taping Foot With Tape

Reel

200212106 Cording Foot

340522N Pearl Sewing Foot

All parts listed above may be ordered by calling Sears Telepads Center at 1(800)366-7278
When ordering repair parts, always qive the following information
1, PartNumber (SEECOLUMN B)
2 Part Description (SEECOLUMN C)
3 Model Number of Sewing Machine: Example (385, xxxxx)
4 Nameofltem (SEWtNGMACHINE)
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order wilt be electronically transmitted to the Sears Parts
Distribution Center for expedited handling, 735- 811-001
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WARRANTY

FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD

For 25 years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects m mater_at or workmanship which appear
m the mechanical components of the sewing machine head. _

€
_ FULL "ff_O YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE
"
# For two years _rom the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in materiai or workmanship which
appear In the electNcal equipment of the sewing machine, _ncluding electromc components, motor, w_rmg, swttch and
# speed control,
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FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS _1
# For 90 days from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, replace any parts and prowde mechanical serwce
necessary for proper operation of the sewing machine, except for normal maintenance.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE SEWING MACHINE TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVFCE
CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. _)

_1 SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 1)

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SEWING MACHINE

Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts
or serwce, simply contact your nearest Sears Service Center. Be sure to provide aH pertinent facts when
you caU or visit.

The model number ot your Sewing Machine will be shown on your nomenclature plate on the back of
your Sewing Machine. See page 3 for location.

WHEN ORDERtNG REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

*MODEL NUMBER *NAME OF ITEM "PART DESCRIPTION

If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order wilf be electronically transmitted to a Sears
Repatr Parts Distribution Center for handling.

SEARS. ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

S-385 Printed in TaJwan Part No. 735812002 (_