Sears 385. 11607 Sewing Machine User Manual
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1. Sew 4 to 6 stitches b Sew until you reach the back b Sew 4 to 6 stitches marking of the buttonhole c Stop sewing at the right stitch 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 4 and sew in reverse bE Er de 35 SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to Do When PROBLEM Skipping Stitches Breaking Upper Thread Breaking Bobbin Thread Fabric not Moving Machine Jamming Knocking Noise 36 PROBABLE CAUSE Incorrect size needle Bent or blunt needle incorrect setting of needie Tight upper thread tension 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 needie plate Improper bobbin case threading Lint in bobbin case or shuttle Darning plate in place stitch Length set at 0 Thread knotted under fabric Thread caught in shuttle Lint in bobbin case or shuttie CORRECTION Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric Insert new needle Reset needie Loosen upper thread tension Start to stitch at a medium speed Rethread machine Loosen upper thread tension Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric insert new needie Replace shuttle or polish off burrs completely Replace needle plate or polish off2. the toot is riding on the teeth of the zipper as shown Follow the zipper manufacturer s inst ructions After zipper has been inserted finish sewing seam by shifting toot to side position sewing through side notch CORDING Foot can aiso be used to make cording tor slip covers etc Cover a cord with a strip of bias tabric and sew as shown NOTE Use Low Bar Sewing Machine ZIPPER FOOT 6757 tor invisible zipper and cording which can be obtained at any Sears retaii store 21 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES e Use the Darning Plate Sometimes when you sew you want to control the fabric youself The Darning Plate covers the feed dogs so that they do not touch the fabric To Put on the Darning Plate NOTE The rectangular holes in the Darning Plate match the holes in the needle plate in the darning plate these holes are slightly to the left of center 1 Position the darning plate with the 3 pins on the bottom 2 Fit the darning plate pins into the needle plate holes The feed dogs wil show through the darning plate holes Use the darning plate in the following ways Darning P 22 Button Sewing P 26 22 e Darning Set the Machine Stitch selector i ci 5 C82 Model 12714 E Gu Top thread tension gja control 1 to 4 Model 11607 Stitch length control any number inot necessary to adiust ee q No presser toot Darning plate Here s How 1
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4. Carrying Case then your Kenmore goes anywhere can be stored any where SECTION 1 KNOW THE MACHINE Locate and Identify the Parts Thread spool pin 7 Pe For Mode 385 71 1607 E Take up Lever Upper Thread Guide Thread Spool Pins Bobbin Winding Tension Disc Bobbin Winding Spindle Top Thread Tension Control Stitch Length Control Face Cover Plate Thread Cutter Reverse Stitch Control Needle Plate Stitch Selector Shuttle Cover Extension Table Accessory storage box SECTION 1 Arm Cover Plate Hand Wheel Auto Clutch Knob Light and Power Switch Piug Connector Prasser Foot KNOW THE MACHINE Carrying Handle Presser Foot Lever Free Arm Nomenclature Plate Foot Control Needle Clamp Screw Identify the Accessories Ay Buttonhole opener N Large screw driver Hir a Sliding VAGA buttonhole foot Needle set Darning plate Zipper foot EZ A Lint brush Straight stitch toot Smali screw driver Satin stitch foot Set Up the Machine e Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power Power supply plug Power switch Power supply connector Machine plug NOTE Before inserting the plug into your N machine be sure the power switch 1s OFF Check your outlet to be sure itis a 110 to 120 Volt AC outlet insert the machine plug into the three prong plug connector as
5. Put the darning plate on the needle plate see p 22 Remove presser foot and stretch fabric between embroidery hoops with hole centered 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 Lower the presser bar and sew at a siow speed Move the fabric back and forth slowly until you have covered the darning area Turn the fabric a half turn and sew another layer of stitching over the first layer NOTE If your fabric is thin or badly E 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 e Basic Zigzag Sat the Machine Stitch Stitch selector iy Nis iModel 12714 Z mm Top thread tension control 2 to 5 Model 11807 Stitch length i control red Here s How Bim FE zone There are many ways to sew a zigzag stitch mem Consult the specific variations for detailed directions Zigzag foot Satin Stitch p 24 Applique Work p 25 Bar Tacking p 25 Button Sewing p 26 Overcasting p 27 Three step zigzag p 28 The Stitch and lts Uses Rick rack stretch p 31 NOMINEE Overcast stretch p 32 Serging p 33 The zigzag stitch is one of the most common and most versatile stitches on your machine It can be a utility stitch for sewing buttons buttonholes hem ming overcasting mending and
6. darn ing it can also be used to decorate with trims appliques and cut out work Or as a decorative stitch 23 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES o Satin Stitch Sat the Machine Stitch Stitch selector iMode 12714 in Top thread tenston control 1 to 4 Model 11607 Stitch length contro 0 5 to 1 EE LH El H ER E essem ra Satin stitch foot The Stitch and Its Uses The Satin stitch is a versatile and often used decorative stitch but it can also be used to overcast a raw edge for ex ample blankets linens tablecloths and napkins The Satin stitch is especially attractive in applique 24 Zigzag width 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 Close to 0 Stitch length Las N us es uam e 2 OOO NENT HE Here s How SECTION 3 Zigzag Stitches Continued e Applique e Bar Tacking Set the Machine Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Stitch Stitch salector in ith i zn iModel 12714 Model 12714 Top thread tension 3 uw Top thread tension zu control 1 to 4 control 1 to 4 Ei Model 11607 Model 11607 a Stitch length Stitch length control 0 5 to 1 Baste or fuse with iron on fabric control 0 5 to 1 joiner applique pieces on the fabric xm Stitch around the applique making sure the needle talis alo
7. foot Satin stitch toot Zipper toot Zipper toot Thumb screw Needie threader Light bulb Buttonhole opener Lint brush Large screw driver Small screw driver Oi and lint brush Darning plate Hemmer foot Walking toot Pin tuck loot Gathering foot Ruffler These items are not furnished with the machine but may be ordered per instructions above 41 A Accessory storage box 3 7 Adjusting stretch stitch balance od edis o A II IN 25 Arm cover plate 0 5 te tee 4 40 B Bar tacking RES i xd ende sener SD Basie Zig280 eve RR XI REA Wd Blind hemming sigue A 29 A gr 2d Bobbin case 9710 39 43 Bobbin Tieden ea e ie eom ee Pe tb Bobbin winding 0 2 9 10 Bobbin winding tension disc 3 10 Bobbin winding spindle 3 10 Box stitching copies Ee Ra beak ae BUROO esc eS ee eee E 34 35 Buttonhole opener 4 35 41 Button SOWING lus kee eee hese la 26 C Cabinet Lio d dw yop quu eese RS d Carrying handle s oues ses 4 Changing needle a reta e Changing presser foot ur eue Cleaning feed dogs and shuttle race 38 39 Clutch knob 4 9 10 COVGING rios e Bees 21 Cornering guide reesei eae ue D BE ence 25 oe Gen ene eee Sue 22 Darning plate iss 4 22 26 41 E Elastic stretch stitch aa Extension table F Fabric needle thread and stitch A B 4
8. shown it will only fit one way Insert the power supply plug into the outlet SECTION 2 vl AL WO Sewing light 4 Push the light and power switch to turn on the power and sewing light Power switch SAFETY FEATURE Your machine will not operate unless the light power switch ts turned on If you are interrupted or stop sewing turn off the light power switch to prevent injury to children PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING e Foot Control Use Foot contro The foot control regulates the speed at which you sew To increase speed gently press down with the ball of your foot To decrease speed release your foot pres sure slightly NOTE The foot control is sensitive and will increase or decrease your sewing speed immediately Practice on a scrap of fabric to regulate your sewing speed to your taste and needs SECTION 2 o Setting Spool Pin Spool pin The spool pins are used for holding the spools of thread when feeding thread to the machine To use pull up the spool pins Push down for storage NOTE Model 11607 has one spool pin PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING o Adjust the Presser Foot Lever Normal up position High position Normal up pasitian Presser toot lever 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 t
9. the machine unattended just turn off the light power switch and the machine can not be started accidentally by pressing on the foot control This feature also applies when the machine is in storage The foot control is used to vary the machine speed from zero to high AA EOS hx B per epa St r za EIA ney Fo T2 d CAREY EROS SES SEES BIASES ELE E EEEE CARA ADERAT ee EET Rees Mere GLO SALA BARON EVER EE TAG PIU RSS E ES leyenda PERSA song ey ty Sree Res NORE SER ARNG are SARS c up We pd M M CA uM qu DL AM Hd tad E EC aa SEO RAS j a ES is May ASU By Beech as gt sd ee coo ce cho Xe is oi in Qy Le ins aee A S gem i5 em ce c pee cio Qe in A cuo e ips ce dues aee Gs A cape no A A 8e WARRANTY ho See cius cm iy ee ih FULL 25 YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD For 25 years from the date of purchase Sears will tree ot charge repair detects in material or workmanship which appear in the mechanical components of the sewing machine head FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE For two years from the date of purchase Sears will free ot charge repair defects in material or workmanship which appear in the electrical equipment of the sewing machine including electronic components motor wiring switch and speed control FULL 830 DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS For 90 days trom the date ot purchase Sears will tree ot charge replace any parts and provide mech
10. 03 200029104 200030108 200031109 200032100 214872000 654805008 941620000 18836 19502 18941 19601 19150 19501 15641 16041 ML 330555 200201009 200209100 200210104 200212106 340522N Hemmer Foot Walking Foot Even Fool Pin Tuck Foot Gathering Foot Ruffier Piping Foot Gathering Foot Pin Tucking Foot Hemmer Foot Binder Foot 1 4 Seam Foot Walking Foot Embroidery Foot Ruffler Piping Foot Gathering Foot Pin Tucking Foot Hemmer Foot Binder Foot Roller Foot Tefion Foot 1 4 Seam Foot Applique Foot Cording Foot Waiking Foot Embroidery Foot Rufffer Elastic Foot Piping Foot Blind Hem Foot Taping Foot With Tape Heel Cording Foot Pearl Sewing Foot All parts listed above may be ordered by calling Sears Teleparts Center at 1 800 366 7278 When ordering repair parts always give the following information 1 Part Number SEE COLUMN B 2 Part Description SEE COLUMN C 3 Model Number of Sewing Machine Example 385 xxxxx 4 Nameofltem SEWING MACHINE If the paris you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmitted to the Sears Parts Distribution Center for expedited handing n T Spool p m vius od a ER apke2ee e Ly Gl Se Hi m Q 2 ef Cao s ma e P a E E S t E ini a sian Sof yu 2g 9 Ex 558 2 4 3522 23 c eos FELCE A we od ew 2 PO j PB EECH X Sa Eur so XL 8 ejot
11. 2 9 Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching Model 12714 only Set the Machins Stitch Stitch selector E E Top thread tension control to 4 Stitch length contral browr stretch stitch E position amp Vr Fg d Zigzag toot The Stitch and lts Uses Use this stitch when you want a narrow seam that you do not need to press open flat tt ts ideal for 1 4 seams on knits or on medium to heavyweight woven fabrics where you want a narrow seam It is also great for making elastic swim wear Here s How Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the stitches are made over the edge Or place your fabric to allow a 5 8 seam then trim seam allowance after NOTE When using stretch knit fabric use a blue stretch fabric needle which effectively prevents skipped stitches SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES e Elastic Stretch Stitch Model 12714 only Set the Machine Stitch E Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch selector E Stitch lenath control brown stretch stitch position VR Fee E 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 33 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES Buttonhol
12. 2 INDEX Face cover plate __ 3 40 Feed dogs _ a AA e eee eee 38 PGOLCBOBIFO eya ea rs ee tary its EOD Fregarmsewing ed H Hand wheel o cooperar 17 Invisible zipper los ig o ee L LAO Wo rt ed de ZS Large screw driver 4 41 Light and power switch _ 05 von SELLER HR ALI 5 38 41 Lint brush ue osse me exse d dB 41 N Needle Exe m5 4 778 41 Needle clamp screw VT 4 7 41 Needle plate 200 4 38 Needle thread and fabric chart y ita A s pn aeger peine el pea SS Se Overcasting stitch o 27 Overcast stretch stitching 32 P Bare SE ns Sh ee oh Boe eR ee 41 Performance problems chart 36 37 Pine leaf stretch stitching Se oe dd Plug connector oca supe een ERU Portable case 2 vovg ESSERE S Power switch e dal deta 0 da A 3 cg Vac Lo E n n 4 Presser foot lever o 4 8 R Replacing bobbin case 10 Reverse stitch control 3 14 Rick rack stretch isidro 3 S Satin stitch foot ee eee es 4 24 41 a ee ce Ge ahh le ae euo cr Eure AS Seam guides co caritas esa TE a E ra atr a ee ee ea eee MPO SewWiid OME C oi e eae ees ea O Si 43 220 eur rtis BU Shuttle ts aie Bega cM a oe ey bee gk See S EE 3 9 Shuttle PAGES uu uen A RD IA Ae X 39 Sliding buttonhole toot 4 34 35 41 Small screw driver A di SMOGKIAU duo 44 2S Rh r
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14. AED IE MDC CE t thew rtr in Meter ms S M tr SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Dear Customer You have just invested in a very fine zigzag sewing machine Before using your new Kenmore machine please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructions on how to operate and care for your machine Specific instructions are given on threading tension adjustments cleaning oiling etc This will help you obtain the best sewing results and avoid unnecessary service expense for conditions beyond our contro Advice on the operation and care of your machine is always available at your nearest Sears Retail Store Please remember if you have questions about your machine or need parts and service always mention the model number and serial number when you inquire Kenmore Sewing Machine Record in space provided below the model number and serial number of this appliance The model number and serial number are located on the nomenclature plate as identified on Page 4 ot this booklet Model No 385 Serial No Retain these numbers tor tuture reference THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use Read all instruction before using this sewing machine DA N G E R To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 WARN An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in Always un
15. E e Change the Presser Foot 02 022225223 7 Choose the Needle and Thread 7 8 e To Change the Needle 7 e Checkthe Needle 2 8 o Fabric Needle Thread and Stitch Length Chart 8 Prepare the Bobbin s ceeeecue 9710 e To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine 9 e Wind the Bobbin 03s 310 e insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case 10 Prepare the Top Thread osos REIR RR IA TZ e Thread the Needle TUO T PL TP IUE I e Pick Up the Bobbin Thread 4 12 Adjust the Top Thread Tension 13 14 Reverse Stitch Control 0 202 ee loss 14 Stitch Selector oc vx Le Ree MORAN ee ote bee nib Stitch Length COMO uci dp Sa RE EAR UY Shee 16 Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance Model 12714 only 16 Starting TO Sew 25 9 Gus eee eee eee eee MA LEARN THE STITCHES Straight Stitches 2 25 52 be eee eee osos o 1822 Sinden SIE oS A pd O e Use the Seam Guides 18 o Furna Square Corner io 18 a TODSHtchHig ses tana da 49 e Left Needle Position PEE N tious eet DE PERS costas VO e Sewina Zipper 6644 24442 rra IN Use the Darning Plate uS LX arasso 22 DIMAS Libet d dee eee Ale Zidzd0 SUCES e urs ewes Rat PSS en eee aa OO e Basic 210200 vuv so oa Le Uke hee ES e Sat Sten ora dr eee ob eee oe amp POON GUE Se Lu esos tede Beit Be Meee we
16. SITION POSITION BROWN y BROWN 0 5 TO 1 0 ANY nie NUMBER ma E pem ff a vey o3 MAN br i As NAM XN Sn gt MIN m Mer fae b NN gt TA AN Ane AS STEP ZIGZAG STRAIGHT STRETCH T 7 ix E o zZ zi a THREE SHELL BOX RECK RACK SMOCKING OVERCAST SERGING ELASTIC BUTTONHOLE Ye Model 12714 oniy an LO D Itu Me guod TEED DH qe v zre S Epica yp A S a 3 ES A IN A CER Hemd NR E ira SRO de TET AMEN RETO RATE ETSI CENTRA TD RO M D zT uM IRSA i n a Y irs A A CPG ND RAM Erico Rie n S T E REED a ART ERU CPP MET E IEIPmuIEUx a A ae Soe Buc EROR Pt ee ea ae iol aoa AILES ARA pas CE ERATES PR Ra ERASE AAR MESE THER CARE FREE STITCHING NEEDLES SHUTTLE THREADING LTS ERES FEEDING MATERIAL DOESN T FEED PROPERLY Check stitch length az tes MENT a PARA i SHUTTLE Clean in and around the shuttle and feed dogs to remove accumulated dust and lint which may cause NOISE OB JAMMING x 3 OILING The more you use your machine the less often it needs ofl if you have not used your machine tor a tew months and it seems sluggish oi your machine Periodically off at points indicated in t F your nstruction book USE ONLY i KENMORE SEWING MACHINE OIL A nf 1 THREADING THREAD CAN TANGLE AND SNAP w
17. anical service necessary for proper operation ot the sewing machine except tor normal maintenance WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE SEWING MACHINE TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO D 817 WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Ee cdi de ci ee cH ler Cibo ee cin Mee c e cie e E A Cl e n ee cto ee ce Mee cnin ce cies ee chr ce cte cem co Aer hi e Hp oie un Xue Hh Eee dus Qe ub Qe ib Que ie ye ih tte His E Qe Ho Qe cioe cdi Mae ip Qe dh qe Cb ce ib Be b Xe cus c ee ice lae Ee s qae Dios Be ice lie s e ote gt TT ES uh Maec sche e A em OH TE a SEWING MACHINE Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact your nearest Sears Service Center Be sure to provide all pertinent 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 GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM If the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center tor handling oe E A E D E a SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Chicago 1160684 U S
18. burrs completely Check bobbin case threading Clean bobbin case and shuttle Remove darning plate Adjust Stitch Length Control Place both threads back under presser foot before beginning to stitch Disassemble and clean shuttle Clean bobbin case and shuttle What to Do When Continued PROBLEM irregular Stitches Breaking Needle Bunching of Thread Puckering PROBABLE CAUSE incorrect size needle improper threading Loose upper thread tension Pulling fabric Loose presser foot Unevenly wound bobbin Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate Pulling tabric Incorrect size needle incorrect setting of needle Loose presser foot Upper and lower threads not drawn back under presser foot before starting 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 SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART CORRECTION Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric Rethread machine Tighten upper thread tenston Do not pull fabric guide it gently Reset presser foot Rewind bobbin Replace needle plate or polish off burrs completely Do not pull tabric guide it gently Choose correct size needie for thread and tabric Reset needie Reset presser foot When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads under and back of presser foot about 4 and hold until a few stitchs are f
19. d take shuttle out 3 Clean the shuttle race with a lint brush 4 Puta drop of oil on the center pin of the shuttle and shuttle race Do not over oll Shuttle driver Shuttle Hace Pomted 100K Oil here Z Shuttle Race i Cover To Replace Shuttle Assembly 1 Position shuttle race as illustrated so that shuttle driver is formina half moon on the left side ot the machine Hold shuttle by center pin and position shuttle so as to form a half moon on the right side Pointed hook wiil be on the bottom Place shuttle race cover into place over shuttle assembly Snap the levers back into the original position SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE 39 SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE Oiling the Machine Oil the machine in all areas shown on this page at least once a year otherwise the machine can become sluggish or will knock loudly 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 tt may stain fabric Kenmore sewing machine oil is available at your nearest Sears retail store NOTE Unplug the machine before oiling Remove needie and put needle bar in full down position e Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under the Arm Cover Plate 6 Oi the Underside e Arm cover plate Face cov
20. e Gingham Shantung Pique Seersucker Satin Knit Suitings Linen Wool Crepe Leather Medium Heavy Weight Corduroy Denim Wool Sailcloth Woo Flannel Gabardine Velvet Leather Heavy Weight Coating Upholstery Cotton Duck Heavy TwiHs Canvas Decorative top stitching on ali types of fabric Stretch Fabric Polyester Double Knit Nylon Tricot Jersey Stretch Terry Spandex Cire Tricot o Fabric Needie Thread and Stitch Length Chart NEEDLE SIZE AND COLOR 11 OR ANGE 14 RED QF Te PURPEE 18 GREEN 16 PURPLE 18 GREEN 11 BLUE STRETCH FABRIC NEEDLE THREAD SIZE Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Fine Mercerized Cotton Silk A 50 Mercerized Cotton Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A 50 Mercerized Cotton Mercerized Heavy Duty Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A Heavy Duty Mercerized Cotten Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A Buttonhole Twist iUse as top thread only Polyester Core Cotton Wrap 50 Mercerized Cotton RECOMMENDED STITCH LENGTH SETTING 2 12 stitches per inch 2 2 5 10 12 stitches per inch 2 3 18 30 stitches per inch 3 8 stitches per inch 3 4 6 8 stitches per inch 22 5 10 12 stitches per inch SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Prepare the Bobbin e To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine e Wind the Bobbin Release clutch by turning the clutch knob inside the hand wheel toward you to stop the
21. e AS e Bar Tacking ad dl Mite he tx O amp Sew a BUON i 4445468 bos A 2S o Overcasting Stitch Tr E E E T i Three Step Zigzag onoo sese 28 a Laca Work rosei A Un a ne eee ab e Blind Hemming Be Ried eros 20 e Shell Stitching 1 n n 30 e Box Stitching dtd Brel Neca ed oe 6 Stretch Stitches Model 12714 only ne qase i ed e Straight Sheth decorus gp Reuse l e HRick Ruck Streteh 2 o aa id a o A O es e Overcast Stretch Stitching 32 e Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch o teilt 33 e Elastic Stretch Stitch bh ee be aoe ah anh ae eae OS Buttonholes IMMERHIN SECTION 4 PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to Do When 6 2 206 36 97 SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE Replacing the Light Bulb rae 3S Cleaning the Machine 38 39 e Clean the Feed Dogs maa ua a She 38 e Clean the Shuttle Race Ye Sieve A were IE Gira the Machine oo u fiw eek a Pee eS 40 e Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and Under Arm Cover Plate o 2 lt 40 e Oil the Underside cc lt lt 40 PARTS TIS Poems ke E ee Ear td n US d 41 INDEX uu ue Ir a e D NEUE Iu Bob he dL a Roh nn 42 A Portable Case or Cabinet ts Available A full line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our genera catalog Another option buy a
22. e shuttle is thread from shuttle tangled is bobbin properly installed in the bobbin case POUR e IB es ue Is the machine threaded according to the instructions 12 Adjust the Top Thread Tension Top side of fabric Setting mark Loosen Tighten thread 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 When adiusting top thread tension the higher the number the tighter the top thread SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Choose the Correct Tension The best tension will depend on the stiffness and thickness of the fabric the number of fabric layers the type of stitch The top thread is 100 loose Top side of tabric The top thread appears on the underside of the fabric Tension is too loose The top thread shows through the bottom of the fabric The bottom side of the stitch will feel bumpy the top thread g too tight Top side ot fabric The bobbin thread appears on the upper surtace ot the Tension is too tight 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 For Zigzag Stitch In a correct zigzag stitch the bobbin threads will not show
23. ed S Pr 32 Spool pin me ke He Rea O IE ON S Stitch length control 3 16 Stitch selector lt 026 2 2 65 iae US 3 15 Straight stitch lt 1822 Straight stitch foot E 18 19 31 stratghisireicl morros sr tee oes q T Thredd Gutter sn ol YE eee een Lexa Thread dude c 2s err MEESW EU Thread take up lever ee eee ree ee Thread tensions o 13714 Three step zigzag oe yes TOPSHICNING asocia a xara Ree Mens 19 Topihisad 5 42244260 ct 1114 Top thread tension 13 14 Top thread tension control 3 Turn a square corner OE EIRE 18 Z Zigzag foot 18 19 23 25 33 41 Zigzag stitehes ccv ose lw ewes vc 2300 Zipper application e o 2021 Zipper foot 4 207 21 41 OPTIONAL FEET AND ATTACHMENT SEWING MACHINE SOURCE 385 C PART DESCRIPTION A B SEWING MACHINE SEWING MACHINE MODEL NO PART NO 11551 11581 11607 11682 12320 12321 12331 12332 12480 12491 12492 12493 12541 312581 12641 12712 12714 12741 12781 32841 16951 317622 200012104 214872000 941450000 941460000 941620000 200002008 200003009 200005001 200013105 200027102 200030108 214872000 654805008 941620000 15841 16841 17641 317824 17922 178928 200002008 200003009 200005001 200013105 200027102 2000281
24. er plate Shuttle cover Open face cover plate and or remove arm cover plate by loosening top screw to oil points Open the shuttle 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 points in illustration 40 PARTS LIST Atl parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION 1 PART NUMBER 3 MODEL NUMBER 2 PART DESCRIPTION 4 NAME OF ITEM if the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmiti d to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling 1 532096007 2 647515006 3 102869004 4 547018004 5 813404013 547814020 547814031 647814042 647814053 6 8071506008 7 648801108 8 650802014 9 735503018 10 647807008 11 593401008 12 6757 13 647712009 14 6864 15 000009803 16 647808009 17 B02424004 18 820832005 18 647803004 20 6889 21 735801008 22 200012104 23 214872000 24 941450000 25 941460000 26 941620000 Shuttie Bobbin case Bobbin box with 10 bobbins Bobbin winder rubber ring No 11 Stretch fabric needies BLU No 11 Single needles ORG No 14 Single needles RED No 16 Single needies PUR No 18 Single needles GAN Needie clamp with screw Sliding buttanhole toot Straight stitch foot Standard zigzag
25. es Sst the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Ej 0080 Top thread tension Stitch length control control 1 to 5 blue zone ua 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 b Change to the sliding buttonhole slider meets the start mark B front marking of your button foot b Line up the markings on the hole c Insert the garment under the foot with the top mark on your c Stop sewing at the left stitch foot with the buttonhole mark garment ing running 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 length dial a e D For more density turn the dial d D Fine Coarse FOVBE stitches stitches 2 For less density turn the dial tor light tor heavy tabric y tabrics toward 7 NOTE Always make a practice but tonhole on a scrap of fabric you plan to use to find the 34 more suitable stitch length SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES 7 Remove the fabric and cut the hole 4 a Set the stitch selector at 5 a Set the stitch selector at gt 6 a Set the stitch selector at open with the buttonhole opener b
26. h Stitch selector P Model 12714 n Top thread tension ha control 1 to 4 3 Model 11607 EB Stitch length i Be control 1 to 2 Helptul Hints Start overcasting about 1 8 inside the dE raw corner of your seam If you start right at the edge the fabric will bunch Zigzag foot 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 ot any sewing prolect 27 SECTION 3 Zigzag Stitches Continued e Three Step Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector P d Model 12714 i Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Model 11607 Stitch length control 0 5 to 1 II a Zigzag toot The Stitch and Its Uses The three step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch You may use the three step zigzag everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch It has more strength elasticity and ts flatter than a regular zigzag The three step zigzag stitch is especial ty useful for mending sewing patches smoothly and securely repairing straight tears finishing seams 2B Vending LEARN THE STITCHES 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 Guide the work so the right hand stitches fall at the edge of the fabric Position the tear under the need
27. he finished hem edge showing 4 Place garment under presser foot in such a manner that straight stitches will be sewn on extended edge The zigzag stitch should just catch the fold ot the garment 5 After hemming press both sides of the finished hem The top side of the garment will show only the blind stitches NOTE The blind hem stitch also can be used for Lace Work See p 28 28 SECTION 3 Shell Stitching Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector E Model 12714 Top thread tension EL control 3 to 9 Model 11607 Stitch length control ito 2 atm Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses The Sheli Stitch is formed by sewing a blind hem over tolded fabric Several rows of shell stitching are called sheil tucks Shell stitching can be used to finish hems sleeve and neck openings Shell tucking can be used to create scalloped tucks on blouses and lingerie 30 LEARN THE STITCHES Here s How 1 For best effect set the stitch length as you desire a you may need to tighten the top thread tension slightly aHow the needle to just clear the folded edge of the fabric when it Zigzags 2 If you sew rows of shell stitches space the rows 1 2 apart You can sew Shell Stitch on knits or soft silky wovens in any direction Box Stitching Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Model 12714 Mode 11607 Stitch length contr
28. he presser foot o Thread Cutter Thread cutter AJ KIN AT NAS Ns ES You don t need a palr of scissors to cut the thread after you finish sewing Just use the handy thread cutter Pull the threads to lengthen several inches before starting the next seam Set Up the Machine Continued 6 Free Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table e Accessory Storage Box SECTION 2 e Change the Presser Foot The lid of the accessory storage box lifts open toward you To Remove the Extension Table for free arm sewing 1 Grip the table with your index finger and thumb as shown Sewing accessories are conveni ently located in the box 2 Pull gently to the left The extension table will snap out To Attach the Extension Table for flat bed sewing 1 Insert the tab and the pin into their catches 2 With your thumb and index finger gently snap in Use the correct presser foot for the stitch you wish 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 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Choose the Needle and Thread e To Change the Needle Fiat side away trom you NOTE Haise the needle bar to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward yo
29. ithout being seen 1f your thread breaks unthread and then RETHREAD the machine both top and bottom threads TENSION Compare your straight stitching with the illustrations If it looks like either of the top two correct the thread tension dial as shown BE SURE TO NOTE YOUR PRESENT SETTING BEFORE YOU START f H 9 N e AAA TOP THREADING BOTTOM THREADING M Make sure there is no slack or 1 insert bobbin with thread wound as shown and ADJUSTING snags in the th ead Use the auide bobbin onto center pin of bobbin case Decrease tension type of thread and size needie 2 Pull thread through slot recommended in your instruc 3 Pull thread under tension spring Upper thread too tight tion book Thread should 4 Holding latch open position case into shuttle come off the back of the and release latch increase tension spool as shown Upner thread too loose Correct stitching COMPLETING T Hold top thread loosely in ieft hand and rotate handwheel toward you one complete turn Bring bottom thread up and next pull top and bottom threads under and to the back ot presser foot MPOR For your satety an important new feature has been incorporated in this machine The light power switch provides electric current tor 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
30. ld lock into place when latch ts released SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Prepare the Top Thread e Thread the 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 quide using both hands 2 While holding thread near spool draw thread down into the tension area and then around the check spring holder The numbered steps above follow the numbers 3 Firmly draw thread up and through take up lever from right to left on the illustrations E 4 Draw thread down and slip tt into left side needle bar thread guide Dotted lines show places where the thread loops and then ts pulled tight 5 Thread needie from front to back NOTE You may want to cut the end of thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading 11 SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING e Pick Up the 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 handwheel toward you one complete to 6 inches of thread clear turn if you cannot pick up bobbin thread by tollowing steps given above then check ls needle threaded from tront to back ls thread tangied around needle Are 3 to 4 inches of thread coming from th
31. le so that the stitching will catch both sides Lace Work Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Model 12714 Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Model 11507 Stitch lenath control 1 Bim Zigzag toot Lace adds a fanciful feminine touch to blouses and lingerie Table linens and pillows become more elegant when trimmed with lace Turn raw edge of fabric under at least 1 2 Place lace underneath and top stitch using stretch blind hem stitch Trim excess fabric close to stitching Blind Hemming Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector 3 g Regular iModel 12714 gt Top thread tension contro 1 to 4 Model 11607 Stitch length control 1 to 3 m A Zigzag toot Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Stretch Model 12714 Top thread tension control 1 ta 4 Mode 11607 Stitch length control 1 to 3 on Zigzag toot SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES Light Weight Fabric Weight Fabric There are two blind hem stitches on your machine The regular blind hem ts used for woven fabrics The stretch blind hem ts 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 27 2 Measure turn up your hem and pin NOTE For light weight fabrics you may need a double foid 3 Fold the material wrong side out on the edge to be stitched as shown leaving 1 4 of t
32. needie from moving while you wind the Remove the extension table from To remove bobbin case from shut bobbin the machine by pulling it to the tle pull open latch of bobbin case left Open the shuttle cover by pulling down the embossed part on the left side of the cover Pull bobbin case straight out of shuttle Raise needle to its highest position by rotating hand wheel toward you SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING e Wind the Bobbin Continued Pull end of thread through hole in bobbin as shown Draw thread from spool through bobbin winding tension disc as shown e insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case thread Place bobbin in bobbin case Pull thread through slot of case pull making sure thread feeds clock as shown wise and is coming from bobbin as shown 10 under 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 fatch tension Holding latch open position spring and through the opening case into shuttle and release as shown above Pull 3 to 4 inches of thread trom bobbin 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 Case shou
33. ng the outer Zigzag foot edge of the applique When sewing corners lower the needle down into the fabric Raise the presser foot and pivot the fabric to the right or left LEARN THE STITCHES This stitch is similar to a very short satin stitch and is used to reinforce points of strain such as corners Or pockets and straps on lingerie Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches 25 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES e Sew a Button Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector plun diiit Model 12714 Top thread tension contro 1 to 4 Model 11607 Stitch length control any number inot l ean dida Use the darning plate for button sewing see p 22 To strengthen the shank cut the 1 Set the stitch selector at HR of threads leaving a 20cm 8 tail Bring the needle thread down through the hole in the button and wind it around the shank 3 2 Align both holes of the button with the slot of the foot and place the left hole of the button just below the needle point Darning plate ida 3 Lower the foot and turn the stitch selector to zigzag until the needle point Draw the thread to the bottom side comes just above the right hole of the button and knot 4 Sew about five stitches and raise needle 1 Set the stitch selector at 2 again and sew a few stitches to lock thread 26 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches Continued e Overcasting Stitch Set the Machine Stitc
34. nhole Settings are blue Stretch Stitches are brown NOTE To avoid needle or tabric damage be sure your needle 1s up and out of fabric when adjusting this control PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING 15 SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Stitch Length Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance Model 12714 only 1 2 P pd i i i a 1 i Stitch Length Control m HP iModel 12714 Model 11607 To select Stretch Stitches set this control at v is position The stitch length control regulates the length of stich In stretch stitch sewing Stitch Length Control should The higher the number the longer the stich be in the detent position between S and L Y position HO penne no feud for most materials Depending upon the type of fabric 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 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 16 SECTION 2 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Starting To Sew Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided tor 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
35. nly 9 Overcast Stretch Stitching Model 12714 only Sat the Machine Sat the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension Stitch length control 1 to 4 control brown stretch stitch position Stitch Stitch selector i 1 i ci i CES Top thread tension Stitch length control control 1 to 4 brown stretch stitch position Lr Veo ER Veg Here s How LJ Piace the raw edge of the fabric to the LEFT of the needle as shown 3H Lf H H H DH s EN Stitch so the needie pierces the fabric Zigzag foot a just short of the outside edge Or place your fabric to allow a 5 8 seam then trim seam allowance after Raw or worn edges of older garments Ihe Stitch and Its Uses can be overcast to prevent further With the stitch length at 4 sew straight stitching lines 3 8 apart across the area to be smocked Knot the threads along one edge Pull This stitch can be used for sewing a aveling the bobbin threads and distribute the seam with an overcast finish NOTE Use a blue stretch fabric gathers evenly Secure the threads at The seam is formed and finished in needle which effectively the other end Sew the decorative one operation it can be used when prevents skipped stitches you are making swimwear ski pants and other garments that require stretch stitch between the gathering stitches Pull out the gathering stitches NOTE Loosen the top thread tension to make gathering easier 3
36. o the off O position then remove plug trom outlet Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needie to break Do not use bent needles Do not pull or push fabric while stitching it may deflect the needle causing it to break Switch the sewing machine off 0 when making any adjustment in the needle area such as threading needle changing needle threading bobbin or changing presser foot and the like Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers lubricating or when making any other adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 1 SECTION 2 SECTION 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS KNOW THE MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet is Avalalble 3 Locate and Identify the Parts 2 LL 3704 Identify the Accessories bt o de od led PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING Set Up the Machine Ese aise tA e Plugin the Machine and Switch on the Power 5 s dJootContro Use at od e a o E Setting SPOOLPIAS ra ass ae ds e LL 6 e Adiust the Presser Foot Lever JO 26 ines coe 30 o Thread Cutter ice a Ee RR Ed Reda B e Free Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table 7 e Accessories Storage Box el lle
37. ol 1 zx Use this stitch to join heavy weight interlining Overlap two raw edges together and use this stitch to join them Stretch Stitches Model 12714 only e Straight Stretch Model 12714 only Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Stitch length control brown stretch stitch position Qe tes Straight toot Zigzag toot The Stitch and its Uses This stitch is the stretch variation of the straight stitch especially develop ed 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 dea of strain lie children s clothes stitch does not actually stretch as it is being The stretch sewn but is stitched in a forward and back motion isometimes called a reverse action stitch so that it will give when the fabric stretches instead of breaking This stitch can also be used tor topstitching on all fabrics SECTIO e Rick Rack Stretch Model 12714 only Set the Machine Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch selector Stitch length controi brown stretch stitch position The Stitch and his Uses N 3 LEARN THE STITCHES Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that you might use a zigzag stitch This stitch can be used as a decorative top stitch as weit 31 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES o Smocking Model 12714 o
38. 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 Fop tension Too Tight Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Too Tight Corner of each zigzag will pull together on the top side of fabrics 14 Top tension Too Loose Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Too Loose The top thread WHI loop through bottom side of tabric and wil be pulled aimost together Just Right Top side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Just Right Minimize the amount of top thread visible on the bottom side ot tabric without causing excessive puckering or causing the bobbin thread to show on the top side Results vary with tabric thread and sewing conditions Reverse Stitch Control To reverse stitch hold down this control during sewing Release to sew torward again SECTION 2 Stitch Selector Model 12714 Model 11607 Setting mark x 1 TEEGEE Stitch Selector oss TES Stitch Selector KaT The stitch selector control not only determines the stitch you select but also regulates the stitch width for regular zigzag iner en Caw Y tE ti pz c WW AKA ABA ALA YYY WV The different types of stitches are designated by color Straight Zigzag and Utility Stitches are red Mode 12714 only Butto
39. ontrol 2 2 Zipper toot Zipper teeth Zipper tape Fold back the left seam allowance as shown Turn under the right seam allow ance to form a 1 8 fold Place the zipper teeth next to the 1 8 fold and pin in place To sew the left side of the zipper set the zipper foot on the left side of the needie Lower the zipper foot on the right side at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fold and the zipper tape Sew through the fold and the zip per tape to the point where the slider begins Lower the needle to hold the fab ric and raise the presser foot SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES 8 Open the zipper 10 Close the zipper and turn the 71 To sew the right side of the zip 14 Stop about 2 trom the top of the Lower the presser foot and stitch fabric right side up per set the zipper foot on the zipper the rest of the seam right side of the needle 15 Lower the needle into the fabric 12 Stitch across and below the bot and raise the presser foot tom of the zipper 16 Hemove the basting stitches and 13 Turn the corner and continue to open the zipper 17 Lower the toot and stitch the rest ot the seam Make sure the fold is even INVISIBLE ZIPPER AND CORDING guide the foot along the zipper oe INVISIBLE ZIPPER teeth as shown Adjust the toot so the needle is sewing through Stitch through the fabrie and the center hole of the foot and one groove ot zipper tape
40. ormed Reset thread tensions Upper thread and bobbin thread should be same size and kind Insert new needle Reset presser foot Use underlay ot tissue paper 37 SECTION 5 CARE FOR THE MACHINE Replacing the Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine To insure that your machine operates at its best you need to keep the essential parts clean at all times The teed dogs and shuttle race areas can attract dust and lint Your machine can become sluggish or knock loudly if a thread is Caught Check and clean those areas about every three months under normal use if you sew frequently clean more often o 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 Follow these directions jt 1 Unplug the machine Remove 2 Usealint brush to clean the feed 3 Replace needle plate 2 Push the bulb up and turn the presser foot and needle dogs bulb counter clockwise to remove Using a screw driver remove it needie plate 3 Put the new bulb in by pushing it up and turning it clockwise 38 s 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 Center pin ot the shuttle To Clean the Shuttie Area 1 Raise the needle bar to its highest point and remove the bobbin case 2 Push shuttle race levers aside Lift shuttle race cover an
41. plug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and betore cleaning Always unplug before relamping Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts Do not reach for the appliance that has tallen into water Immediately Unplug Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid V N G To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or injury to persons Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children Use this appliance only tor its intended use as described in this manual Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plua if it ts not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination repair electrical or mechanical adjustment 10 11 12 13 14 15 Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint dust and loose cloth Never drop or insert any object into any opening Do not use outdoors Do not operate where aerosol ispray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered To disconnect turn all controls t
42. sit down to sew 1 Inspect the needle It should be straight properly set and sharp on the point lt should be the correct size for the fabric and thread being used Do not be atraid to change your needle trequently 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 ot the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam Test the machine stitch on a scrap of the fabric you plan to use The fabric should be double thickness Adjust the machine for the length of stitch and tension suitable to the fabric 4 Fabric should be placed under the presser foot with the bulk of the material to the left ot the needle and the right edge of the material placed on the 5 8 seam marking on the needie plate when making a simple seam Run the machine at a slow even speed The more pressure you put on the foot control the faster the machine will sew Fasten each seam by back tacking sewing a few stitches in reverse Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point Guide the 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 M SM E E When turning the hand wheel manually always turn it toward you 17 SECTION 3 S
43. tch selector i i j cj i c29 Model 12714 Top thread tension en control 2 to 6 Model 11607 Stitch fength control red zone e B Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses Topstitching emphasizes the lines of your garment and keeps seams and edges flat and crisp Accent suits or blouses with one or two rows of topstitching around the outer edges of cuffs lapels or collars Here s How 1 Lower the presser foot 2 Keep the edge of the fabric next to the right edge of the presser foot 3 Evenly guide the fabric along this edge to produce an even row of topstitching 3 8 from the edge SECTION 3 o Left Needle Position Stitch selector a2 tro Model 12714 t t Model 11607 is Use Lett Needle Position for more control while topstitching or edge stitching difficult fabrics NOTE Use only zigzag presser foot for Left Needle Sewing LEARN THE STITCHES 19 SECTION 3 LEARN THE STITCHES e Sewina Zipper Fabric Preparation Put the right sides of the fabric to gether and sew to the end of the zip per opening Use the reverse to lock the stitches Sew the zipper opening with stitch length at 4 and top thread tension at H3 End ot opening Right side ot tabric Top edge ot fabric 20 Sat the Machine Stitch Stitch selector I i ci i u CR Model 12714 ti Top thread tension control 3 to 6 Model 11607 Stitch length c
44. traight Stitches e Straight Stitch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector cb i iModel 12714 Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Model 11607 Stitch length control red zong a A Straight foot Zigzag foot 18 LEARN THE STITCHES Raise the presser foot Rare the needle to its highest position Place the edge of the fabric next to a stitching guide line on the needle plate 5 87 is most common Draw the threads towards the back and lower the presser foot Press the foot control Hold the fabric loosely and gently guide it along the guide line so that it feeds naturally Do not force the fabric or try to pull it tight At the end of the seam you may want to reverse to lock the stitch Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric Cut the threads Use the Seam Guides Cornering Guide The seam guides on the needle plate are there to help you measure seam width The lines are 1 8 apart with the 5 8 and 7 8 lines marked e Turn a Square Corner To turn a square corner 5 8 from the fabric edge 1 Stop stitching and lower the needie by turning hand wheel toward you when the tabric edge facing you fines up with 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 toot and begin stitching in the new direction o Topstitching Sot the Machine Stitch Sti
45. u 1 Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it toward you 2 Remove the needle by pulling it down ward 3 Insert the new needle into the needie clamp with the flat side away from you 4 Push the needie up as far as it will go 5 Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly with the large screwdriver from the accessory box SECTION 2 Your choice of needie and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing in the needle envelope you will find the following color coded needias Blue 17 for streteh fabrics Orange 11 for lightweight fabrics Red 14 for medium or medium heavy weight fabrics Purple 16 for medium heavy weight tabrics and decorative topstitching on these fabrics This needle has a larger thread hole for thicker topstitching thread Green 18 for heavy weight fabrics and decorative top stitching on these fabrics Replacement Kenmore needles are available at your nearest Sears store e Check the Meedle 1 Look for barbed or blunt point 2 A damaged needie 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 8 PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING FABRIC Lightweight Batiste Dinnty Chiffon Silks Pine Lace Organza Crape Taffeta Voile Organdy Medium Weight Cotton Cotton Biend Percal
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