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Sears, Roebuck and Co. Dear Homemaker: You have just invested in a very finezigzag 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.
SETTING SPOOL PINS Spool Pins are packed in accessory box. Screw thread spool pins in place securely with a screw driver. Position nylon discs as shown in illustration. NSTALLING EXTENSION TABLE For all flat-bed sewing use the extension table provided with the machine.
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PRESSURE REGULATOR Push down the outer ring of the pressure regulator. This will release the pressure on the presser foot. (See above). To increase the pressure, push down inner pin until suitable pressure is obtained. Insufficient pressure may cause poor feeding of the fabric, skipped stitches,...
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PRESSER FEET To change the various presser feet, raise the presser bar to its highest position lifting the presser foot lever. Loosen the presser foot thumb screw, choose proper foot, insert from bottom. Tighten the screw using the large screw driver to make certain the foot is secure.
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LIGHT AND POWER SWITCH Turn power pushing light power switch. Important safety feature Your machine will not operate unless the light/power switch is turned Turning on the power automatically illuminates the whole stitching area. If you're inter- rupted or stop sewing, turn light/...
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FOOTCONTROL Step on this control to start to sew. The harder press on control, faster the machine will sew. Slow down by reducing foot pressure on the control. may want to practice your speed at different levels when first use the machine.
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NEEDLE_THREADAND FABRIC CHART 12 stitches per inch 10 to 12 stitches per inch 8 to 10 stitches per inch 8 stitches oer inch 6 stitches per inch 10 for Regular 6 for Stretch Stitches...
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NEEDLES Use KENMORE needles, The size of the needle should conform with the size of thread both should suit fabric. Kenmore needles are color-coded by size for your convenience (See chart on facing page). Never use a bent needle or one with dull point.
WINDING THE BOBBIN 1. Release clutch by turning clutch knob winder shaft to the right until it clicks. Holding onto thread, start toward you. machine. When bobbin is slightly 2. Draw thread from spool through filled, snip off end of thread. bobbin winder tension...
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1. Remove the extension table from the 4. Insert bobbin into bobbin case making sure thread is coming from bobbin machine pulling left. shown. Open shuttle cover pulling down embossed part on the left 5. Pull thread through slot case as side of the cover.
THREADING TOP THREAD "_'f Release spool thread thread Place spool on spool pin as shown, with thread coming from back machine through take-up lever spool. thread guide (6) as shown above. Thread then passes through guides and (_. Draw thread through thread guides.
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-,ING bi :_ BOBBIN THREAD 1. Raise presser foot lever. Hold needle thread loosely in left hand and rotate handwheel toward one complete turn. 2. Bring bobbin thread up by pulling upper thread. 3. Pull both threads under and to back of the presser foot, leaving 3 to 4 inches of thread clear.
ADJUSTING TOP THREAD TENSIONS Probably the most important control your machine is this one that regulates your top thread tension. There are many reasons for having reset your tension. The best tension one fabric may not be correct for another. The required tension depends...
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Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew: 1. Test the needle it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point.
SIMPLE SEWING ... STRAIGHT STITCHI IC thread tension Stitch selector control 3 to 6 Stitch length control Presser foot 12 to6 You will find in garment construction that you are doing two types of sewing-temporary and permanent. 1. Temporary stitching-Usually the longest stitch possible and often done on a single layer of fabric.
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FASTENING A SEAM sure both threads are drawn back under presser foot. Lower needle into fabric about inch from begin- ning seam. Turn thereverse stitch control clockwise stitch in reverse until needle reaches beginning of seam. Release control and complete seam.
ZIGZAG STITCHING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Stitch length control Presser foot 24 to 6 This type of stitching greatly expands the use of your machine. This is the feature that enables you to overcast seams, applique and sew on buttons.
CHECKING TENSIONS easiest way to check tensions is to sew a medium zigzag stitch on the fabric UNDESIRABLE DESIRABLE you will be using. •..::::;::';_::,.-;_ ;i::::::;:;,':t:;::;..".." ..i i: !iii Use the appropriate type of thread .."" ..
STRETCH AND UTILITY STITCH SEWING ..STRETCH STITCHING The stitches shown below are all for use with stretch and.knit fabrics. These are special stitches built in to the machine for your quick selection. 1. Straight Stretch 2. Rickrack Stretch 3. Overcast Stretch 4.
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STRAIGHT STRETCI4 STITCHING Top thread tension control 3 to 6 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control Use this stretch stitch with knitted fabric and other fabrics that stretch. Sew as with regular straight stitch seaming. The seam may be pressed open as with any regular seam, but will stretch if necessary.
OVERCAST STRETCH 5 rSTCHING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control This is the same type of stitch used by the garment industry in making sports- wear. It is used for seams of 3/8" 1/4".
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8ERGING OR PINE LEAF STRETCiI STtt 6i-_tt,_ thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control The ser_ling or pine leaf stretch stitch equally useful with woven and knitted fabrics. This stitch can be used in making elastic swimwear, as well as overcasting neat edge on the seams.
BUTTONHOLE MAKING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control Carefully mark the buttonhole length your garment. Place the fabric with the buttonhole marked under the buttonhole foot. Pull the guide foot all the way forward so that the index mark...
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Set stitch selector Stitch forward until approach "the bot- tom marking of the buttonhole. Stop sewing at the right stitch and raise the needle highest position turning hand-wheel toward manually. Set stitch selector and bartack 5 or 6 stitches at the bottom mark of buttonhole.
ADJUSTING BUTTONHOLE STITCH BALANCE stitching both sides of buttonhole does have same density, adjust-by turning the adjuster. Using a screw driver, make slight adjustment to left (+) increase the density of the left side; turn to the right increase density right side.
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B INDHE!ViMING _/--7\i-_/- thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Stitch length control Presser foot Green Zone to 8 Edgestitcher_ if available nside of Dress ed Edge Fig. 1 Foot Fig. 3 3. Place garment under presser foot in 1.
SATIN STITCHING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control Closely spaced zigzag stitches are called satin stitches, This is an attractive stitch used for appliqueing, bar tacking or sewing on buttons. Whenever you are using this stitch, it is well to remember to loosen the tension of the top...
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7fPPER APP{, fCi:,i i()i'_, SETTINGS Stitch Selector ..Stitch Length Control . . . 12 Zipper Foot. REGU! _R ZIPPER )er foot screw Adjust the foot so the needle is sewing through the center hole of the foot and one groove of the foot is riding on the...
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MENDING ". A,^, A SETTINGS Stitch Selector ..Stitch Length Control . . . Green Zone Zigzag Presser Foot to 24 .... iii!iiii!iii!iiii!ii!i i!!i!i! i!iiii!i!i!iill !¸¸ , i i iiiiii!iii repair a straight or three-cornered tear, position tear under the needle in such a way that the stitching...
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Xi::W[':" SETTINGS Stitch Selector ..Must be adjusted Use Darning plate (See page 9) Zigzag Presser Foot 1. Align two holes of button with slot of presser foot and lower foot to hold the button securely. 2. Turn hand wheel manually until needle point is just above button.
FREE-ARM SEWING This sewing machine can be used like flat bed machine, easily converts free machine by removing tension table. The free arm enables you to sew tubu types of pieces more easily. Just slip t sleeve or pants leg on the free shown above.
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e it gently, )resser foot. )r po sh_off burrs completely. needle plate, or polish off burrs completely. Do:'riot pull fabric; guide itgently. Choose',correct size needle for thread and fabric, Reset needle. a seam be sure to draw both:-threads under about 4 "_and holduntil a few stitches...
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'\RING FOR THE MA,CHINE : !:t_R!_R!_ FEED DOGS AND SEiUTTLE Fig. 1 Cleaning feed dogs with brush. insure best possible operation of your machine, it is necessary to keep essential parts clean at times. Using a small brush, remove the lint that accumulates shuttle area...
OILING UNDER COVER PLATE Remove arm cover plate to oil points indicated, in top of machine head. To remove cover plate, loosen uptwo top screws and lift the cover plate as illustrated below.
OILING UNDERSIDE Tilt machine head back and remove bottom covers to oil points indicated on underside of machine. To remove bottom covers, remove screws (A), (B), (C), and (D) as shown below.
PARTS LIST parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE FOLLOWING INFOR- MATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION 3. MODEL NUMBER 4. NAME OF ITEM If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited...
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Sears retail store through general catalog. Whenever you're ready sew, so is your sewing place. Another option.., buy a Carrying Case. . then your Kenmore goes any- where, can be stored anywhere.
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SEWING MACHINE that have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck Stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when call or visit.
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WARRANTY FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY SEWING MACHINE ..HEAD 25 years from date purchase, Sears will, free charge, repair defects material workmanship which ! i !!2 i!!i;ili]iii!i!iiiii'i!ii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii appear in the sewing machine head. ¸ c_?!:,i.,_. FULL YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIP- MENT OF SEWING MACHINE years from...
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Sears, Roebuck and Co. Dear Homemaker: You have just invested in a very finezigzag 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.
SETTING SPOOL PINS Spool Pins are packed in accessory box. Screw thread spool pins in place securely with a screw driver. Position nylon discs as shown in illustration. NSTALLING EXTENSION TABLE For all flat-bed sewing use the extension table provided with the machine.
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PRESSURE REGULATOR Push down the outer ring of the pressure regulator. This will release the pressure on the presser foot. (See above). To increase the pressure, push down inner pin until suitable pressure is obtained. Insufficient pressure may cause poor feeding of the fabric, skipped stitches,...
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PRESSER FEET To change the various presser feet, raise the presser bar to its highest position lifting the presser foot lever. Loosen the presser foot thumb screw, choose proper foot, insert from bottom. Tighten the screw using the large screw driver to make certain the foot is secure.
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LIGHT AND POWER SWITCH Turn power pushing light power switch. Important safety feature Your machine will not operate unless the light/power switch is turned Turning on the power automatically illuminates the whole stitching area. If you're inter- rupted or stop sewing, turn light/...
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FOOTCONTROL Step on this control to start to sew. The harder press on control, faster the machine will sew. Slow down by reducing foot pressure on the control. may want to practice your speed at different levels when first use the machine.
NEEDLE_THREADAND FABRIC CHART 12 stitches per inch 10 to 12 stitches per inch 8 to 10 stitches per inch 8 stitches oer inch 6 stitches per inch 10 for Regular 6 for Stretch Stitches...
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NEEDLES Use KENMORE needles, The size of the needle should conform with the size of thread both should suit fabric. Kenmore needles are color-coded by size for your convenience (See chart on facing page). Never use a bent needle or one with dull point.
WINDING THE BOBBIN 1. Release clutch by turning clutch knob winder shaft to the right until it clicks. Holding onto thread, start toward you. machine. When bobbin is slightly 2. Draw thread from spool through filled, snip off end of thread. bobbin winder tension...
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1. Remove the extension table from the 4. Insert bobbin into bobbin case making sure thread is coming from bobbin machine pulling left. shown. Open shuttle cover pulling down embossed part on the left 5. Pull thread through slot case as side of the cover.
THREADING TOP THREAD "_'f Release spool thread thread Place spool on spool pin as shown, with thread coming from back machine through take-up lever spool. thread guide (6) as shown above. Thread then passes through guides and (_. Draw thread through thread guides.
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-,ING bi :_ BOBBIN THREAD 1. Raise presser foot lever. Hold needle thread loosely in left hand and rotate handwheel toward one complete turn. 2. Bring bobbin thread up by pulling upper thread. 3. Pull both threads under and to back of the presser foot, leaving 3 to 4 inches of thread clear.
ADJUSTING TOP THREAD TENSIONS Probably the most important control your machine is this one that regulates your top thread tension. There are many reasons for having reset your tension. The best tension one fabric may not be correct for another. The required tension depends...
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Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew: 1. Test the needle it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point.
SIMPLE SEWING ... STRAIGHT STITCHI IC thread tension Stitch selector control 3 to 6 Stitch length control Presser foot 12 to6 You will find in garment construction that you are doing two types of sewing-temporary and permanent. 1. Temporary stitching-Usually the longest stitch possible and often done on a single layer of fabric.
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FASTENING A SEAM sure both threads are drawn back under presser foot. Lower needle into fabric about inch from begin- ning seam. Turn thereverse stitch control clockwise stitch in reverse until needle reaches beginning of seam. Release control and complete seam.
ZIGZAG STITCHING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Stitch length control Presser foot 24 to 6 This type of stitching greatly expands the use of your machine. This is the feature that enables you to overcast seams, applique and sew on buttons.
CHECKING TENSIONS easiest way to check tensions is to sew a medium zigzag stitch on the fabric UNDESIRABLE DESIRABLE you will be using. •..::::;::';_::,.-;_ ;i::::::;:;,':t:;::;..".." ..i i: !iii Use the appropriate type of thread .."" ..
STRETCH AND UTILITY STITCH SEWING ..STRETCH STITCHING The stitches shown below are all for use with stretch and.knit fabrics. These are special stitches built in to the machine for your quick selection. 1. Straight Stretch 2. Rickrack Stretch 3. Overcast Stretch 4.
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STRAIGHT STRETCI4 STITCHING Top thread tension control 3 to 6 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control Use this stretch stitch with knitted fabric and other fabrics that stretch. Sew as with regular straight stitch seaming. The seam may be pressed open as with any regular seam, but will stretch if necessary.
OVERCAST STRETCH 5 rSTCHING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control This is the same type of stitch used by the garment industry in making sports- wear. It is used for seams of 3/8" 1/4".
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8ERGING OR PINE LEAF STRETCiI STtt 6i-_tt,_ thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control The ser_ling or pine leaf stretch stitch equally useful with woven and knitted fabrics. This stitch can be used in making elastic swimwear, as well as overcasting neat edge on the seams.
BUTTONHOLE MAKING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control Carefully mark the buttonhole length your garment. Place the fabric with the buttonhole marked under the buttonhole foot. Pull the guide foot all the way forward so that the index mark...
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Set stitch selector Stitch forward until approach "the bot- tom marking of the buttonhole. Stop sewing at the right stitch and raise the needle highest position turning hand-wheel toward manually. Set stitch selector and bartack 5 or 6 stitches at the bottom mark of buttonhole.
ADJUSTING BUTTONHOLE STITCH BALANCE stitching both sides of buttonhole does have same density, adjust-by turning the adjuster. Using a screw driver, make slight adjustment to left (+) increase the density of the left side; turn to the right increase density right side.
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B INDHE!ViMING _/--7\i-_/- thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Stitch length control Presser foot Green Zone to 8 Edgestitcher_ if available nside of Dress ed Edge Fig. 1 Foot Fig. 3 3. Place garment under presser foot in 1.
SATIN STITCHING thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch selector Presser foot Stitch length control Closely spaced zigzag stitches are called satin stitches, This is an attractive stitch used for appliqueing, bar tacking or sewing on buttons. Whenever you are using this stitch, it is well to remember to loosen the tension of the top...
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7fPPER APP{, fCi:,i i()i'_, SETTINGS Stitch Selector ..Stitch Length Control . . . 12 Zipper Foot. REGU! _R ZIPPER )er foot screw Adjust the foot so the needle is sewing through the center hole of the foot and one groove of the foot is riding on the...
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MENDING ". A,^, A SETTINGS Stitch Selector ..Stitch Length Control . . . Green Zone Zigzag Presser Foot to 24 .... iii!iiii!iii!iiii!ii!i i!!i!i! i!iiii!i!i!iill !¸¸ , i i iiiiii!iii repair a straight or three-cornered tear, position tear under the needle in such a way that the stitching...
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Xi::W[':" SETTINGS Stitch Selector ..Must be adjusted Use Darning plate (See page 9) Zigzag Presser Foot 1. Align two holes of button with slot of presser foot and lower foot to hold the button securely. 2. Turn hand wheel manually until needle point is just above button.
FREE-ARM SEWING This sewing machine can be used like flat bed machine, easily converts free machine by removing tension table. The free arm enables you to sew tubu types of pieces more easily. Just slip t sleeve or pants leg on the free shown above.
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e it gently, )resser foot. )r po sh_off burrs completely. needle plate, or polish off burrs completely. Do:'riot pull fabric; guide itgently. Choose',correct size needle for thread and fabric, Reset needle. a seam be sure to draw both:-threads under about 4 "_and holduntil a few stitches...
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'\RING FOR THE MA,CHINE : !:t_R!_R!_ FEED DOGS AND SEiUTTLE Fig. 1 Cleaning feed dogs with brush. insure best possible operation of your machine, it is necessary to keep essential parts clean at times. Using a small brush, remove the lint that accumulates shuttle area...
OILING UNDER COVER PLATE Remove arm cover plate to oil points indicated, in top of machine head. To remove cover plate, loosen uptwo top screws and lift the cover plate as illustrated below.
OILING UNDERSIDE Tilt machine head back and remove bottom covers to oil points indicated on underside of machine. To remove bottom covers, remove screws (A), (B), (C), and (D) as shown below.
PARTS LIST parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE FOLLOWING INFOR- MATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION 3. MODEL NUMBER 4. NAME OF ITEM If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited...
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Sears retail store through general catalog. Whenever you're ready sew, so is your sewing place. Another option.., buy a Carrying Case. . then your Kenmore goes any- where, can be stored anywhere.
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SEWING MACHINE that have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck Stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when call or visit.
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WARRANTY FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY SEWING MACHINE ..HEAD 25 years from date purchase, Sears will, free charge, repair defects material workmanship which ! i !!2 i!!i;ili]iii!i!iiiii'i!ii!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii appear in the sewing machine head. ¸ c_?!:,i.,_. FULL YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIP- MENT OF SEWING MACHINE years from...