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- Page 1 OWNER'_ MANUAL 1274180 MODELS 385. 385. 1264180 385. 1254180...
- Page 2 This will help you service expense for conditions beyond our control. is always available at your nearest Sears Retail Store. machine or need parts and servlce_ always mention the model number and serial number and sofia! number plate_ as _dentified...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SECTION t<NOW YOUR MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available Locate and Identify the Parts Identify the Accessories SECTION PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Set Up the Machtne Plug in the Machine and Switch Foot Control Setting Spool Pins ... Adiust the Presser Foot Lever... -
Page 4: Locate And Identify
A:Portable Case OtCabinet is Avaiiasie A full line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through general catalog. Another option , , _ buy a Carrying Case , , , then your Kenmore goes anywhere,... - Page 5 Cover Thread Spool Pins Clutch Knob Hand W heel L_gllt and Power Sw_tet_ Ptug Conneclor Thread Guide Presser Fool Lever Presser Foot Free Arm Nomenclature Plate Foot Con_ro_ Thread Guide Thread Guide Needle Clamp...
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Page 6: Identify The Accessories
Identify the AcCeSsories _Bu tonho[e opener __LLarge screw driver Slrmgh_ stitch Hoot Spool tell Buttonhole Zipper fool... -
Page 7: Set Up The Machtne
Set Up the Machine = Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power Power supply plug swRch supply Machine socket Machfne plug NOTE: Before insarUng plug into your machine, be sure power switch OFF, Check your outlet to be sure st Is a 110 to 120 Volt AC outlet. -
Page 8: Setting Spool
set Upthe Macine (Continued) Setting Spool Pins Adjust Spool Spool Pins are packed _n accessory box. your Screw thread spool pins in place securely with a screw driver. removal Position spool pin felts as shown _n illustra- place heavy fabrics tion. - Page 9 • Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table To remove : To Remove the Extension Table (for free-arm sewing) Grzp the table with your index finger and thumb, Pull gent_y to the left. The extension table wilt snap out, To Attach: To Attach the Extension Table...
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Page 10: Free Arm Sewing
: setl Up the MaChine (Continued}: ... Free-Arm Sewing (Continued) Your sewing machine can do free arm sewing. This feature makes sewing easy for: tacking reinforce pockets. stitching belt toops and waistline on ready- legs, or any circutar made homemade... - Page 11 ThePresser feetare an_mportant feature o fth_s m achine. Youneed t oknow what e ach f ootdoes i norder t o Change the Presser Foot correct presser foot tile st=tch w_sh sew. Consult practical Stitch Chart pages detailed directions sewing with various presser feet.
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Page 12: Know What The Presser Feet Will Do
Know What the Presser Feet Will:Do (Continued) Presser Foot Types (Continued) Buttonhole Guide Foot Bu;_onho_e guide foot Use thts foot buttonholes, it is marked to measure your buttonholes accurately, Uses: Buttonhole making (see p. 39} Zipper Foot Zipper toot This foot can be set to sew on each side of your... -
Page 13: Choose Your Needle
Sears stores. Needle or blunt point. needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits, fabrics. quality thread. It should resist tangling and be strong, in th=ckness. -
Page 14: Fabric, Needle
Choose :Your Needle and Thread (Continued) Fabric, Needle. Thread and Stitch Length Chart NEEDLE FABRIC SIZE COLOR Lightwe=ght: Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon, 11*ORANGE Silks, Fine Lace, Organza, Crepe_ Taffeta, Voile, Organdy Medium Weight: Cotton, Cotton Blends, Percale. Gingham, Shantung, Pique, !4.RED Seersucker, Satin. -
Page 15: Prepare The Bobbin
Prepare the Bobbin o To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Nlachine Remove extension table from remove machine pulling tle, pull open left. Open shuttle cover Pull bobbin purling down the embossed part on shuttle. the left rode of the cover. Ra+se needle to its highest pos+tlon... - Page 16 Prepare the Bobbin :(Continued) = Wind the Bobbin (Continued) Draw thread from spool through bobbin Putl winder tension disc as shown. bobbin as shown, i¸¸ Place bobbin onto thread through hole spindle with end of thread bobbin. winder shaft to the right Holding onto of thread,...
- Page 17 insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case Place bobbin _n bobbin case Pull thread through making sure thread feeds clock- as shown, wise coming from bobbin as shown. slot of case Pull thread under tension Holding spring and through the opening case as shown above,...
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Page 18: Thread Your
Prepare Your Top Thread € Thread Your Needle The numbered steps below Dotted lines show places where tight, Raise thread take-up lever to its highest position hand wheel toward you. Raise presser foot _ever, Place spool on spool pin as shown, with thread coming... -
Page 19: Pick Up Your
i ¸ ¸ i i i!ii !! i¸ii iiiii i i ii i!i i i i!il ! = ® If you cannot Draw thread down Into th read gu ida. Pull the thread to the left and slip _t through the thread guide, Thread... - Page 20 Adjust the Top Thread Tension i side of fabric Loose__ thread For Straight Stitch ideal straight stitch will have threads locked between fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail. look at the stitch, front and back, you wiJl notice gaps.
- Page 21 For Zigzag Stitch In the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads witl fabric and the top threads will show slighttv on the under correct appearance, match thts appearance, tension, Too Tight Loose Under Side of Fabric Top Side of Fabr{e Tight;...
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Page 22: Stitch Selector
Stitch Selector IVlode___l 12741 Model Se_[mg mark Setting mark The stitch selector control onty determines rick rack stretch stitches. The different types of stitches are designated by cotor. Straight, Zigzag and Utility Stitches are orange. Stretch Stitches are gold. Buttonhole Settings are biue. -
Page 23: Stitch Length Controt
Stitch Length Controt Adjusting Balance 8 12240 in stretch stitch length control regulates Control should length of the stitch. tion between The htgher the number, the shorter most materials. stitch. type of fabnc adiust th_s control 0 means no feed. stttches of stretch motion... -
Page 24: Starting To Sew
Starting To Sew that are familiar with the controls on your Kenmore sewing machine, Below are some good Inspect the needle. It should be straight, properly afraid to change your needle frequently, Many fibers. Before placing the material on the machine, during the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches Test the machine... - Page 25 Stitch Foot Stitch Selecto r Straight STRAIGHT Zigzag STRAIGHT Straight Zigzag STRETCH ZIGZAG Zigzag RICK-RACK Zigzag STRETCH MENDING Zigzag Other Thread Stttch Needle Attach. Tens=on Length Check Darmng 2 _ 6 6 _ 12 Regular plate mvmible Chart on p. 12 Check Use on kn_ts and other Chart...
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Page 26: Practical Stitch Chart
Practical Stitch Chart (Continued) Stitch Stitch Foot Selector SMOCKING Zigzag STITCH BLIND Zigzag STITCH BLIND STITCH (STRETCH) OVERCAST Zigzag ST R ETCH BUTTONHOLE Buttonhole Other Needle Thread Stitch Attach. Tens=on Length Check 1 _ 4 Use m smocking Chart on p. 12 Cheek 8 ~ 24 Use for woven... - Page 27 Practical Stitch Chart (Continued) Stitch Stitch Foot Selector SATIN STITCH Satin SHELL Zigzag STITCH (Models1241and 12642) SERGING Zigzag (Models 12741 12642) Zigzag STITCHING {Model 12741 ontV) ELASTIC Zigzag STRETCH (Model 12741 onlvl Other Thread Stitch Needle Attach. Tensmn Length Check Blue Zone Chart...
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Page 28: Straight Stitches
Straight Stitches Straight Stitch Set the Machine St Itch sr_lector Stitch length Top thread tension control 6 to 12 Before sewing control 2 to 6 foot, be sure the stitch set to the center Raise the presser foot. Rinse Straight toot Zigzag toot... -
Page 29: Use The Darning
Use the Darning Plate Top stitch i ng Sometimes when sew, want to controt the fabric Vouself. Top thread tension Darning Plate covers the feed dogs control 2 to 6 so that they do not touch the fabric. To Put on the Darning Plate: NOTE: The rectangular... -
Page 30: Straight Stretch
Darning Set the Machine Stitch selector Top thread tension Stitch length control 1 to 4 Any number {not necessary tO adiust) Here's How the darmng No presser (see p. 27), tOO[ Remove Darning pJate embroidery Draw fabric by holding stitch start darntng. -
Page 31: Zigzag Stitches
Zigzag Stitches Basic Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch setector Stitch length thread tension 6 to 24 control 2 to 5 Zigzag foot The Stitch and its Uses zigzag stitch is one of the most common and most versatile stitches your machine, It can be a utilitv stitch... - Page 32 SECTION N THE STITC Satin Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selector Stitch length Blue zone thread tension control I to 4 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,...
- Page 33 Zigzag Stitches (Continued) Applique Set the Machine Stitch selector Stitch length Biue Zonec_=:tto 2_ Top threadtension Baste CoP, tFOI 1 to 4 _.J_ _°_ Ioiner) appiique Stitch around sure Sattr_ sUtch toot edge of the applique. When sewing down into foot and pivot or left.
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Page 34: O Embroidery
Zigzag Stitches (Continued) o Monogramming Set the Math+he St+tch selector Stitch length 0 to 24 Top thread tecs_on ¢ontro_ ] to 4 Here's How Set the same as satin stitch, Back interfacing. Sa_+n stitch foot Draw with tailor's Satin width pattern, If us+ng paper, when you have finished... -
Page 35: Sewa Button
Sewa Button Set the Machine St _[chselector "Top thread tension Stitch length control I [o 4 Any number _,oadiusd (not necessary Use the darning plate for button sewing (see p, 27), Set the pattern Z_gzag foot "i__ Align hote of the button Darning plate Lower comes... -
Page 36: Overcasting
Zigzag Stitches (Continued) = Overcasting Stitch Set the M_chme Stitch selector Stitch leoglh Top thread tension 12 to 24 controt ! to 4 Helpful Hints Start overcasting corner right at the edge, the fabnc Zigzag foot tangled. The Stitch and Its Uses This zigzag variation... -
Page 37: Mending
Zigzag Stitches (Continued) Mending Set the Machine Stitch selector Stitch length Blue ZoneC::tto thread tension control 1 to 4 Seam Finishing Place the fabric so that the edge wilt the right hand Zigzag foot Guide stitches fall at the edge of the fabric. The Stitch and Its Uses three-step... -
Page 38: Serging
Overcast Stretch Stitching Setthe Machine St}tct_ length control 1 to 4 ... _ ._.4_ Here's How Place the raw the LEFT Stitch so the needle Zigzag loot lust short Or, place your seam. then after. Raw or worn The Stitch and its Uses raveling. -
Page 39: Blind Hemming
Blind Hemming Set the Machine Stitch selector L_ght Weight Fabric thread tension control 1 to 4 Stitch length Heavv Weight Fabric There are two blind wider and will "give" Finish the raw edge of your Measure, NOTE: For light Set the Machine Fold the material St=rob selector... -
Page 40: Lacework
;ECTION LaceWork Set the Machina Stitch selector Stitch length Top thread tension controt I to 4 Zigzag foot Lace adds blouses pillows when trimmed Turn raw edge of fabric 1/2". Place stitch using stretch Trim excess fabric a fanciful, femtnine touch lingerte. -
Page 41: Buttonholes
Buttonholes Set the Machine Shtch selector 2 _4" Stitch tength Blue Zone G:::/ Top thread tension controt ] to 5 1. a. Carefulfy length on your b. Change foot. c, insert foot £_%ttonhole guide foot ing running Adjusting the Stitch Density Depending upon... - Page 42 Buttonholes (Continued) 5, a, Set the stitch 4, a. Set the stitch selector at _"_14 b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. b, Sew until the buttonhole. Stop sewing at the rtght stitch. c. Stop sewing selector at [_L 6. a. Set the stitch selector b, Sew 4 to 6 stitches, reach...
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Page 43: Sew In A Zipper
in a Zipper: Set the Machme St=tch selector Stitch length thread tenstot_ control 3 tO 6 Fabric Preparation: Put the top sides of the fabric opemng, stitches. length at "6" at "3", openmg Top edge of fabric To Sew: Fold back the left seam allowance together... - Page 44 8 strip of b_as Machine ZIPPER FOOT" z_pper'" "cording", at any Sears retait store. side of the zip- 14. Stop about 2" from the top of the foot on the z!pper. Lower needle into...
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Page 45: Shell Stitching
Shell Stitch ing (M odels 12741 and ;12641) Set the Machine Stitch selector Strtch length t 2 to 24 Top thread tension Here's How control 3 to 9 For best effect-- --set --you Zigzag foot --allow tf you space the rows 1/2" The Stitch and Its Uses can sew Shell... -
Page 46: Elastic Stretch Stitch
Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12741 only) Set the Machine thread ten_;_on S[_[eh length eon[roI i [0 4 Zigzag foot Choose tf_ls stitch garments. Mark match center Place under foot sure buted. Box Stitching Set the Machine thread tension! control 1 to 4 Zigzag Too_ to attach... - Page 47 What to Do When PROBLEM Incorrect Improper Loose upper thread irregular Stitches Pulling Loose presser foot. Unevenly Nicks Pulling Incorrect Breaking Needle Incorrect Loose presser foot. Upper Bunching of Thread under Incorrect Using two different Puckering Bent or blunt Loose Fabric PROBABLE CAUSE...
- Page 48 What to Do When (Continued) PROBLEM Incorrect Certain Skipping Stitches Bent or blunt Incorrect Tight Starting Improper Tight Incorrect Breaking Upper Thread Sharp eve in needle. Nicks Nicks Breaking Bobbin Thread Improper Lint Darmng Fabric not Mowng Stitch Thread Thread Machine Jamming Knocking...
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Page 49: O Clean The Feed Dogs
Replace the Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine To insure that your machine The feed dogs and shuttle Is caught. Check and clean those areas about If you sew frequently, NOTE: Clean the Feed Dogs Unplug the machine and open the face cover. - Page 50 = Clean the Shuttle Race This area must be kept free of dust, lint and occasional about every three months, Center the shuttle case To Ctean the Shuttle Area: To Replace Raise needle h_ghest Position point and remove the bobbin case.
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Page 51: Oil Behind The Face Cover Plate
In case machne One or two drops of oil ts sufficient. Remove excess oil, otherwise Sears retail store. Oil under the Top Cover Remove top cover plate to oil potnts indicated loosen up two top screws and lift the cover plate as illustrated. -
Page 52: Oil The Underside
Oil the Underside Oit the underside at least once a year. Tilt machine head back and remove bottom covers. To remove bottom covers, remove screws (A), (B) and (C) as shown. Oil points indicated on underside of machine. !i,lili_ ii!i _I!_'I! !i°... - Page 53 WHEN ORDERING INFORMATION: 1. PART NUMBER 3. MODEL If the parts you need are not stocked locally, transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Ref, No. *These items are not furnished with the instructions herein be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck...
- Page 54 Appliqueing 25, 31 Bar tacking 23, 31 Base ... Basic zigzag ... 21.29 Blind hemming ... 24, 37 Bobbin 4, 13_15, Bobbin case ... t3. 15,48, Bobbin thread 17_18 Bobbin winding !3_14 Box stitching 25, 44 Buttonhole 24, 39_40 Buttonhole guide foot , , .
- Page 55 SERVICE tS AVAILABLE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED Thps warranty gives you specific legal rights, SEARS. ROEBUCK WARRANTY MACHINE HEAD Sears wi!l. free of charge, repair defects in mater_al machine head. EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE Sears will, free of charge, repair...
- Page 56 GIVE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIPTION locally, your order will be electronically for handling. ROEBUCK CO., Chicago. IL60684 U.S.A. Printed in Taiwan parts all pertinent facts when plate on the back of INFORMATION: transmitted to a Sears Part No. 649800074...