Kenmore KENMORE 385. 17928 Owner's manual

OWNER'S: MANUAL

MANUEL D 'INSTR UCTIONS

MANUALDE_INSTRUCCIONES_

SEWINGMACH,NEI

MACHINE COUDRE I

MAQUINA DE COSERI

M O DE L S 385. 17822

MODELES

MODELOS385, 7828

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

"For appliances with a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other).

To reduce the risk of electric shook, this plug is tntended to fit in a

potarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully m the outlet,

reverse the plug. If it stilldoes not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install

the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way."

"Foot Controller Model YC-482P or YC-530 for use with Sewing Machine Models

385.1778x x x, 385.1684x x x, 385.1584x x x, 385.1664x x x, 385.1754x x x, 385.17526x x x,

385.1764 x x x, 385.1884x x x, 385o17928x x x, 385°17924x x x, 385.18836 x x x,

385.17922xxx, 385.16816xxx, 385.17822xxx, 385.17828xxx, 385J8830xxx and

385.17026 x x x.

xxx - represents numbers 000 through 999."

{For U.S.A. market only)

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 control.

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, atways 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 rnodel number and serial number

are located on the nomenclature plate, as identified on Page 4 of

this booklet.

Model No, 385. Serial No,

Retain these numbers for future reference.

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

Your sewing machine isdesigned and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use.

Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER --Toreducetheriskofelectricshock:

1, A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always

unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using

and before cleaning.

2. AIways unplug betore replacing sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with

same type rated 15 Watts.

3. Do not reach for a sewing machine that has fallen into water. Unplug

immediately

4. De not place or store sewing machine where it can fall or be pulled into a tub

or sink. Do not place or drop into water or other liquid.

WARNING -Toreducethe,s,ofburns, fire, electric shock, or injury

to persons.

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this

sewing machine is used by or near children.

2. Use this sewing machine only foritsintended use as described tnthis manual.

Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in

this manual.

3. Never operate this sewing machine if ithas adamaged cord or plug, if itis not

working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.

Return the sewing machine tothe nearest authorized dealer or service center for

examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the sewing machinewith any airopening bfocked. Keep ventilation

openings of the sewing machine and foot controller tree from accumulation

of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

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

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where

oxygen is being administered.

8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0") position, then remove plug

from outlet.

9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around

the sewing machine needle.

11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle

to break.

12. Do not use bent needles.

13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needre causing it

to break.

14. 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.

15. 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 IINSTRUCTIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. KNOW THE MACHINE

A Podable Case or Cabinet is Available ..................................... 4

Locate and Identify the Parts .............................................. 4 - 5

identify the Accessories ............................................................ 6

2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

Set Up the Machine ........................................................... 7 - 13

• Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power ..................... 7

• Foot Control Use .................................................................. 7

• Set the Presser Adjust Lever ................................................ 9

• Adjustthe Presser Foot Lever ............................................. !0

• Thread Cutter ...................................................................... 10

• Accessory Storage Box ....................................................... 11

• Free Arm Sewing: the Removable

Extension Table .......................................................... 11 - 12

Know What the Presser Feet Wilt Do .............................. 13 - 18

• Check the Presser Foot ...................................................... 13

• Change the Presser Foot .................................................... 13

• Presser Foot Types .................................................... 16 ~ t 8

Choose the Needte and Thread ...................................... 19 - 22

• Checkthe Needle ............................................................... t9

• Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart ................ 19

• To Change the Needle ....................................................... 22

Prepare the Bobbin ......................................................... 23 - 26

• To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine .......................... 23

• Horizontal Spool Pin ........................................................... 23

• Additional Spool Pin ............................................................ 23

• Bobbin Winding ................................................................... 24

• Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder ............................. 26

Prepare the Top Thread .................................................. 27 - 33

• Thread the Needle .............................................................. 27

• Pick Up the Bobbin Thread ................................................. 29

• Adiust the Top Thread Tension .................................. 30 ~ 33

Stitch Selector (Model I7822} ................................................. 35

Stitch Selector (Model 17828) ................................................. 37

Stitch Length Control ............................................................... 39

Stitch Width Control ................................................................. 39

Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance ............................................. 39

Reverse Stitch Control ............................................................ 42

Starting To Sew ....................................................................... 42

3. LEARN THE STITCHES

Practical Stitch Chart ....................................................... 45 ~ 52

Straight Stitches .............................................................. 53 _ 62

• Straight Stitches .................................................................. 53

• Use the Seam Guides ......................................................... 53

• Turn a Square Corner ......................................................... 53

• Topstitching ........................................................................ 56

• Sew in a Zipper ........................................................... 57 - 58

• Dropping the Feed Dogs .................................................... 62

• Darning ............................................................................... 62

Zigzag Stitches ............................................................... 65 - 82

• Basic Zigzag ........................................................................ 65

• Monogramming .................................................................. 66

• Satin Stitch .......................................................................... 67

• Applique .............................................................................. 68

• Bar Tacking ........................................................................ 68

• Embroidery .......................................................................... 69

• Sew a Button ....................................................................... 70

• Overcasting Stitch ............................................................... 72

• Blind Hemming ................................................................... 73

• Lace Work .......................................................................... 75

• Three-Step Zigzag .............................................................. 76

• Shell Stitching ..................................................................... 77

• Box Stitching ....................................................................... 78

• Fagoting Stitch ................................................................... 79

• Two-Point Shell Stitching ................................................... 80

• Two-Point Box Stitch ........................................................... 81

• Overedging Stitch ............................................................... 81

• Decorative with Geometric Patterns .................................... 82

Stretch Stitches ................ ,.............................................. 83 - 91

• Straight Stretch ................................................................... 83

• Rick-Rack Stretch ............................................................... 84

• Overcast Stretch Stitching .................................................. 85

• Smocking ............................................................................ 87

• Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching ................................ 88

• Elastic Stretch Stitch ........................................................... 89

• Stretch Patching ................................................................. 90

• Herring Bone Stretch .......................................................... 90

• Decorative Stretch Patterns ................................................ 91

Buttonhole Making ......................................................... 92 - 102

• Manual Buttonhole ...................................................... 92 - 93

• Using ButtonhoJe Attachment .................................... 96 - Ig2

Twin Needle Stitches (Optional Item) .................................... 105

SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART

What to do When ................................................................... 107

SECTION 5. CARE FOR THE MACHINE

Replace the Light Bulb .......................................................... 110

Clean the Bobbin Holder ....................................................... 1t 0

Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs ................................... 1I2

Oiling the Machine ................................................................ 1t3

PARTS LIST .......................................................................................... 114,115

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KNOW

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THE MACHINE

A Portable Case or Cabinet is Avail-

able

A full line of sewing cabinets isavailable at

your nearest Sears retail store or through

our general catalog.

Another option , , buy a Carrying

Case , then your Kenmore goes

anywhere, can be stored anywhere.

Mallette de transport et meuble de

machine it coudre

Vous trouverez clans les magasins Sears,

ainsi que daas notre catalogue g_adral,

tale gamme complkte de meubles de ma-

chine i_coudre.

Autre possibilitg la mallette

de transport .... votre Kenmore

ports sutt partout etpeut _tre ratzg_e

n 'bnporte oh.

Gabinete O Estuche Portfitil Para

M_iquina de Coser

En su tienda Sears mils cercana a su

domicilio se cuenta con una ifnea

completa de gabinetes para su m_quina de

coser Kenmore.

Otra opci6n es un estuche . • , asf su

mfiquina Kenmore fr_ con usted a

cualqmer parte y se podr_ guardar

fficilmente.

CONNAISSEZ VOTRE MACHINE CONOZCA SU MAQUINA

Locate and ldentihl the Parts

Identification des pii_ees

Localice e identifique las partes

1 Reverse Stitch Controt

2 Guide Message Window

3 Stitch Selector

4 Stitch Length Setting Window

5 Stitch Width Setting Window

6 Stitch Length Control

7 Stitch Width Contro_

8 Bobbin Winding Spindle

9 Thread Spool Pin

10 Upper Thread Guide

11 Take-up Lever

12 Top Thread Tension Control

13 Face Cover Plate

14 Thread Cutter

15 Needle Plate

16 Hook Cover Plate

17 Hook Cover Plate Release Button

18 Extension Table (Accessory storage box)

19 Carrying Handle

20 Hand Wheel

21 Push-Pull Clutch

22 Stretch Stitch Adjuster

23 Ught and Power Switch

24 Plug Connector

25 Nomenclature Plate

26 Drop Feed Lever

27 Free Arm

28 Presser Foot Lever

29 Presser Foot Thumb Screw

30 Presser Foot

31 Needle Clamp

32 Snap-on Sutton

33 Foot Control

1 Piqnage en arridre

2 Fen#tre-guide

3 S_lecteur de potnt

4 Rdglage de longettr dn point

5 Rdglage de targeur du point

6 Rdglage de targeur dn point

7 R_glage de Iongueur du point

8 Bobtneuse de manidre

9 Broehe gtbobtne

10 Disque de tenswn de bobtnage

11 Releveur-tendeur de fil

12 Tenston du fiI de dessus

13 Couvercie de t#te

14 Coupe-ill

15 Platine d'aiguille

16 Couvercte de navette

17 Bouton de d@agement du couvercle de navette

18 Rallonge de plateau(Botte a accessoires)

19 Potgn_e de transport

20 Volant _tmath

21 Embrayage axtal

22 Bottton d'_quilibrage

23 lnterrupteur #elatrage et motettr

24 Logement de fiche

25 Plaque signal#ttque

26 Commande des griffes d'entrabtentent

27 Bras libre

28 Relevage du pied-de biche

29 Vis de pied-de-biche

30 Pied nonnai a point zigzag

31 Pince atguilie

32 Bonton de d_crochage

33 P_dale de vttesse

1 Control puntada de reverso

2 Ventanilla de mensaje de gula

3 Selector de puntada

4 Ventanilla de ajuste del largo de ta puntada

5 Ventanilla de ajuste del ancho de la puntada

6 Control largo de puntada

7 Contro! ancho de puntada

8 Husille de[ devanador

9 Po_.a carrete de hilo

10 Gula hilo superior

11 Palanca Tirahilo

12 Control de tensi6n del hilo supenor

13 Plancha cubierta frontal

14 Cortador de hi]o

15 Plancha de aguja

16 Placa cublerta de gancho

17 Bont6n de desenganctle de ta piaca cublerta de gancho

18 Mesa de extensi6n (Caja pare guardar accesono)

19 Manija traspertadom

20 Volante manual

21 Embrague Opnma-ilale

22 Ajustador de ia puntada elfistica

23 Interruptor Encendido/Apagado

24 Enchu fe conector

25 Placa de identificaci6n

26 Mando de trinquete de avarice

27 Brazo suelto

28 Palanca del pie prensateias

29 Temillo de mano dei pie prensateias

30 Pie prensate[as

31 Sujetador de ia aguja

32 Botbn a presi6n

33 Pedal

Identify the Accessories

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Bobbin

Canette

Bobina

Prdsentation des accessoires Identifique los Accesorios

Buttonhole opener

Om,re-boutonniOres

CuchilIa para Abrir Oja|es

Needle set

Jeu d' atguilles

Caja de Agujas

Additional spool ptn

Broehe a bobine st_pplEmentaire

Soporte de bobina adicmnal

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Spool p:n tell

Rondelle de femre

Roldanas de Fieltro

Q

Large screw driver

Gros totlrnevls

Destomillador Grande

Small spool holder

Petit porte-bobine

Soporte de bobina pequefia

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Large spool holder

Grand t_orte bobine

Soporte de bobina grande

Zipper foot

Pied isfermemres &glissiOre

Pie para Zipper

Buttonhole Attachment

(Model 17828 only)

Straight stitch toot

Pied h point draft

Pie de puntada Recta

%

Siding buttonhole loot

Calibre h bomonnibres

Pie Guia papa Ojaies

%

Guide h boutonnieres

(Mod_le 17828)

Aditamentos ojaladores

(Mod. 17828 solamente)

Satin stitch tool

Pied h point lance

Pie para Puntada de Raso

%

Buttonhole guide plate

Porte-gabant _>'_._JN._._.

Placa Gum pare Ojales "%_=_

Buttonhole loot

Pied d boutonniOres .,_-_

Placa Base

Base plate %

Plaque de guide

Pie pare Ojales

Buttonhole temp}ates

Gabartts i_ boutonnieres

Plantilla para Ojales

PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING PREPARATION DE LA MACHINE,4 COUDRE

Ptug connector _

Fiche encostr#e \ Machine plug

Set Up the Machine

• Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power

NOTE: Before insertlng the plug into your machine,

be sure the power switch is OFF

1. Check your outlet to be sure it is a t 10 to 120 Volt

AC outlet

2 insert the machine plug into the threeprong plug

connector as shown It will only fit one way

3 Insert the power supply plug into the outlet

Installation de la machine

Branchement et mise sous tension de la machine

REMARQUE: Avant de brancher [e cordon dlectrt-

que d ta prise de courant, assurez-

vous qtte !'interrupteur est sur ta

positron ARRET.

t. La prtse de coarant nzuraie doit _tre alimentde

en courant alternatif soas 110 d 120 volts,

2. Introdutsez la fiche de pddale dans la fiche

encastree, en la tournant dons le botts sens,

3. Branchez [e cordon dons ta prise de courant.

Sewing light

Atnt_oule

d' dclatrage

4. Push the power switch to turn on the power

and sewing light.

SAFETY FEATURE:

Your machine will not operate unless the power

switch is turned on If you are interrupted or

stop sewing turn off the power switch to

prevent miury to children

4. Appuyez sur l'interrupteur d'dciatrage/

atimentatton pour mettre [a machine sorts

tension et alh_mer l'antpou[e.

MESURE DE SECURITY'

Volre t/tachtae tte, pettt pas tnarcher en

appuyant sur ta pddate, st t'dclatrage n'est pas

atluntd. Si voas devez tnterrompre votre

couture, dteignez ¢'dclairage de ta ntachine

et elle /te pourra pas _tre nttse en marche par

de jeun es enfants.

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Foot centre[

Pddolede vttesse

,, Foot Control Use

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 toot pres-

sure Nightly°

NOTE: The foot control is sensitive and

wilf increase or decrease your

sewing speed immediately.

Practice on a scrap of fabric to

regulate your sewing speed to your

taste and needs.

• Pddale de vitesse

La pddale de wtesse permet de ptquer plus ou

morns vtte par one stntple presston dtt pred.

Potw attgmenter la vitesse, abaissez progres-

stvement [a pddate avec t'avant du pied.

Pour dimtnt_er ta vttesse, r_dutsez la pressio/t

en relevant l_gdrement le pred,

REMARQUE: La pddale de vttesse est

sensible et attgmentera art

dimmttera la vttesse attssitOt

que vous faites varzer la

pression. Faites un essat

pottr VoIr [a vttesse qttt

convtent [e mtettx pour

!'_toffe travaUl_e.

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ievler d' adjustement

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• Set the Pressure adjusting lever

Open the face cover plate and set the arrow on the pressure adjusting lever to

the numbers.

3 ....... most sewing

2 ....... applique and cut-out work

1 ....... sewing chiffon, lace, organdy and other lightweight fabrics.

Also for velours and knits (with more stretch).

0 ....... manual darning and embroidery

NOTE: The pressure adiusting lever should be reset at 3 after changing

pressure, so the machine is ready for most normal sewing the next

time you use it.

• R6glage le levier d'ajustement de pression

Ouvrez la couverture devant et mettre ta fldche du tevter de rdgtage de presston d

la positiott d"un no,bre quelconque de la graduatton, seton ce que vous allew faire.

3 ....... Travattx courants

2 ....... Appliques et bords bruts

1 ....... Bdtissage, pour coudre mousseline, dentelle, organdi et atttres _toffes

Mgdres; pour velottrs etjerseys (sujets a s'dtendre ).

0 ....... reprisage a la main et broderte

REMARQUE: ARras un travail partzctdier, ramenez totqours la contntande de

pression a 3 pour que fa machine sort prate pour un travail

normal

La palanca controlador_

de presi6n

• Ajuste la palanca de ajuste de presi6n

Abra la plancha cublerta frontal y ponga la flecha de ta plancha de ajuste de

presi6n en ta escata.

3....... la mayoda de las costuras

2 ....... aplicaciones y labrados para cortar

1 ....... hilvanar, costura en chif6n, encaje, organza, y otros materiales

livianos.

0 ....... Zurcido y bordado manual

NOTA: Se debe volver a fijar et disco de presi6n en 3 despu_s de algfin cambJo

de la presi6n, en forma ta! que la m_iquina se encuentre lista para

trab_daren lacostura normal Ia or6xima vez que la use,

Normal up Posilion

Posf#on de relevage

• '_ nora/at

PresserIoot

Lewer de retevage

...........Palanca del ple prensate_as

o Adjust the Presser Foot Lever

The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your

presser toot.

You can raise it about 1/4- higher than the normal

up position for easy removal ot the presser loot or

to hefp you place heavy Iabrics under the presser

fool

Thread cutter

Corlahi|os

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Thread Cutter

You don't need a pair ot scissors to cut the

thread after you finish sewing. Just use the

handy thread cutter.

Pult severat inches el thread out before

starting the next seam.

= Reievage dupie-de-biche

Le tevier de relevage serf a rentonter ie pled-de-

biche eta le descendre.

Volts pouvez te remonter de 1/4 po. plus haut qtte la

position de relevage normaie pour changer plus

facilement te pied presseur oft faire passer dessous

tree forte #palsseur de tissu.

= Ajuste de la palanea del pie prensatelas

La palanca dei pie prensateias sube y baja el pie

prensatelas.

Lo puede ievantar cerca de 0.6 cm per encima de

la poslci6n superior normal para poder retirar fficil-

mente el pie prensatelas, o para ayudarle a colocar

teias pesadas debajo det pie prensateias,

• Coupe-fi!

Volts pom,ez couper le fil sans veils servlr de

elSeGllX, iorsqlte Volts tTveZ [ermt/l_ lille

couture. Utitisez simpiement le cot(pe-fil.

• Cortahilos

No necesita tijeras para conar el hilo despu_s

de coser.

$61o necesita el prfictico eortallitos.

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• Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table

The extension table provides added sewing surface and can be

easily removed for free arm sewing.

• Utilisation du bras libre

La table d"extension fourm de la surface de courture additionnde

etpeut _tre enlevde faeilement pour courture de bras livre.

• Costura con brazo iibre: La mesa de extensi6n removible

La mesa de extensi6n provee de superficie adicional para la

costura y se puede remover fS.cilmente para la costura con braze

fibre,

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Your sewing machine can do freearm sewing.

This feature makes sewing easy for:

Votre machine d eoudre est transformable en

machine a bras libre.

Cette caractdristtque facilite bien des travat_x:

Su maquma de coser puede realizar costura de

brazo libre,

Este dispositwo le facilita [acostura de:

• Accessory Storage Box

The lidof the accessory storage box liftsopentoward

you.

Sewing accessories are conveniently located in the

box.

• Logetttent des accessoires

Le couvercle du togement des acceasowes s'ouvre en le

soulevant vers vott&

Zes accessotres de couture se trot_vent torts clans cette

bolte_

• Caja para guardar accesorios

La tapa de ]a caja de accesonos se abre hacia arribay

haclausted.

Los accesonos de costura se encuentran ub_cados en

forma conveniente dentro de esta caja.

For free arm sewing.

Pull the end ofthe extension table away from the machine, as

illustrated.

To attachthetable, pushtheextension tableuntil itsnaps fit into

the machine.

Pour courttwe de bras livre.

Tirez le bout de la table d'extension du cot_ oppos_ de ta

machine, comme suit iUustrd.

Pour attachement de [a table.

Poussez la table d' extension jitsqu' f ses oreilles ajustges clans ta

machine.

Paraia costum con brazoIibre.

Hale el extreme de la mesa de extensi6n de la mfiquma, cored

indica la ilustraci6n,

Para porter la mesa.

Empuje la mesa de extensi6n hasta que la patilla de sujeci6n

aluste a la mfiquma.

Bar tacking to reinforce pockets, plackets

and waistlines on ready-made or home

made garments to avoid fabric bunching

around the needle.

* points d'arr_t pour renforcer les corns de

poche, passants de ceinture, tour de taille

sur habits de confectwn ou faits iz fa matson.

Refuerzos en los bolsillos, pretmas y

aperturas en los vestidos en prendas

compradas hechas oen las elaboradas en

casa, evitando asi que la tela se amontone

alrededor de la aguja.

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* Stitching sleeves, waistbands, pants legs,

or any circular garment area.

Darning socks or mending knees, elbows,

or areas of wear in children's clothes.

k'_ ....... *'

* Sewing buttons on sleeves, waistbands,

etc.

pour eoudre ais&nent les parties ctrctt-

taires, emmanchures, gros groin atttour de

Ia mi!le, jambes de pantalons et autres.

* reprisage des chaussettes ou raccommodage

des genoto:, coudes et autres endroits i_

forte usure des v_tements d' enfants.

pose des boutons sur poignets de manche,

ceinture, etc.

* Costura de mangas, pretmas, betas de

pantalones, o eualquier otra ,Sreamrcular de

ias prendas.

* Zurcido de medias o remiendos en rodillas,

codes o areas de mayor desgaste en las

prendas mfantites.

" Posture de botones en mangas, pretinas, ete,

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Know What the Presser Feet Will Do

• Check the Presser Foot

The presser feet are an important feature of this machine. You need to know

what each foot does in order to use them effectively.

Your presser foot is held in place by a foot holder. Each presser foot merely

snaps on the foot holder, which is seldom removed.

if you need to remove or attach the foot holder, here is what you do:

To Remove:

Foot

holdet_% \_;,k.

SCreW

To Remove:

Turn the screw toward the back of

the machine. Use the large screw

driver.

To Attach:

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To Attach:

1. Match the hole in the foot holder

with the threaded hole in the

presser bar.

2. Fit the foot holder screw into the

hole.

3. Tighten the screw by turning it

toward you.

,, Change the Presser Foot

Use the correct presser foot for the stitch you wish to sew, Consult the Stitch

Pattern Chart and the detailed directions for sewing with the various presser

feet.

To Snap Off:

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To Snap Off the Presser Foot:

1. Raise the needle bar to its highest

position by turning the hand wheel

toward you.

2. Raise the presser foot.

3. Press the snap-on button on the

back of the foot holder.

The presser foot will drop off.

To Snap On:

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To Snap On the Presser Foot:

1. Place the presser foot so the horn

zontal pin on the foot lies iust under

the groove of the foot holder.

2. Lower the presser foot holder to ]ock

the presser foot in place,

NOTE; Ifyou do not hear the presser

foot snap in place, press

down on the presser foot

holder firmly until you hear

the snap,

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o Presser Foot Types

Zigzag Foot

Use this foot tar both straight and zigzag stitching.

Uses: Zigzag stitching (see page 65),

Bar tacking (see page 68),

Button sewing (see page 70),

Overcasting stitch (see page 72),

B_indhemming (see page 73),

Lace work {see page 75),

Three-step zigzag (see page 76),

Box stitching (see page 78),

Fagoting (see page 79),

Two-point shell stitching (see page 80),

Two-point box stitch (see page 8I),

Overedg[ng stitch (see page 81),

Rick-rack stretch (see page 84),

Overcast stretch (see page 85),

Smocking (see page 87),

Etastic stretch (see page 89),

Stretch patching (see page 90),

Herdng bone stretch (see page 90),

Decorative stretch patterns (see page 91),

Twin needle stitching (see page 105).

A: Zigzag loot

A: Pied a r_oint ztgzag

A: Pie de _igzag

• Vousavezdiverspieds-de-biehe

J4point z_gzag

Ce pied-de-biche convient pour les points zigzags et

les points droitx ordinaires.

Pour: Point ztgzag (voir page 65),

Point de renforcement (voir page 68),

Pose de baatons (voir page 70),

SurfiIage (voir page 72),

Ourlets invisibles (voir page 73),

DenteIle (votr page 75),

Zigzag trots temps (voir page 76),

Point de cr_neau (voir page 78),

Couture ajourde (voir page 79),

Potnt eoquille deux temps (voir page 80),

Point de cr_neattx a dettx points (voir page 81),

Point de bordage (voir page 81),

Croquet extensible (voir page 84),

Point de surfilage extensibte ¢voir page 85),

Potnt de smocks (voir page 87),

Point extensible pour bandes dlastiques

(voir page 89),

Potnt ?_rapMcer extensible fvoir page 90),

Point d'_pine extensible (voir page 90),

Motifs d_coratifs 3 points extensibles

(voir page 91).

Aguilles jumeldes (voir page 105).

_. Tipos de Pies Prensatelas

Pie de Zigzag

Utilice este pie para puntada recta y puntada en zigzag.

Usos: Puntadas en Zigzag (ver p&gina 65),

Puntada de refuerzo (ver p_tgina 68),

Pegad de botones (vet p_igma 7 t),

Filetead (ver p_gma 72),

Puntada ciega de dobladillo de ojo (vet p_gma 74),

Trabajo de encaje (vet p&gina 75),

Zigzag en tres pasos (vet p_gina 76),

Puntada de caja (vet p&gina 78),

Puntada decorativa para unir con '"Pata de Cabra"

(vet p_gma 79),

Puntada de concha de dos puntos (vet p_tgina 80),

Puntada de ca_a de dos puntos (ver p_gina 81),

Puntada de so brehilado (ver p_tgina 8 I),

Puntada e1_stica de zigzag acordonado

(ver p'_gina 84),

Puntada el_stica de fiIeteado (ver p_tgina 86),

Puntada de avispero (vet p_gina 87),

Puntada el_istica en caueho (ver phgma 89),

Puntada el_stico (vet phgina 90),

puntada et,Sstica pata de cabra (vet p_gina 90),

Patrones el_stacos decorativos (ver p_tgina 91),

Puntada de aguja gemela {ver p_gina t 06).

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I % H: Slralghl loot 1

H: Pied a point droll

H: Pie recto

Know What the Presser Feet Will Do

{Continued)

Stratght Foot

Use this foot exclusively for straight stitching

using center needle position only.

Uses: Straight stitching (see page 53),

Topstitchlng (see page 56),

Straight stretch (see page 83) •

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J: Sliding buttonhole foot

J: Calibre d boutonnidres

J: Pie Guia para Ojales

Buttonhole Foot

Use this foot for manual buttonholing.

It is marked to help you measure your

buttonholes accurately.

Uses: Buttonhole making (see page 92).

E:Zipperloot 1

Zipper Foot

This foot can be set to sew on each side of

your zipper. The edges of the foot guide the

zipper and keep the seam straight.

Uses: Zipper application (see page 57).

F onctions des pieds-de-biche (Suite)

A point droit

Ce pted-de-biche est reconunandd pour faire

des points droits soignds, mats uniquement

avec l' atguille en position eentrale.

Pour: Coumres au point droit (voir page 54),

surpiqftres (votr page 56),

Point droll extensible (vow page 83).

Pied gzboutonniOres

Utitisez ce pied pour boutonniere manuelle.

C'est rnarqud pour alder g_ mesurer vos

boutonnieres prdctsdment.

Pour: Confection des boutonnieres

(votr page 92).

A fermemres _ gtissi#re

Ce pied est rdglable pour plquer a drotte eta

gauche de ta glissi#re. Les bords du pied

gutdent la glissi_re pour piquer droll.

Pour: Poser les fermetures a glissiOre

(voir page 57).

Aprenda lo que Hacen los Pies

Prensatelas (Continuaci6n)

Pie Recto

Utilice este pie exclusivamente para puntada

recta con la aguja solo en ta posiei6n central.

Uses: Puntada recta (ver pfigina 55),

Puntada sobrepuesta (ver pfigina 56),

Ehfstica recta (ver pfigina 83).

Pie de ojales

Utilice este pie para hacer ojales a mano.

Est_ marcado para ayudarle a medir

exactamente los ojales.

Usos: Para hacer ojales (ver p,_gina 94).

Pie de Cremallera

Este pie se coloca para coser cada uno de los

lades de su cremallera. Los bordes det pie guian

faeremallera para mantener la puntada recta.

Usos: Colocaci6n de cremaUera

(ver p,fgina 59).

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I % F: Satinstitch foot 1

F: Pied h pom_ lance

F: Pieparapuntada

resallada (Satmada)

Satin Stitch Foot

Use this transparent foot for satin stitch and

outliningapplique.

Uses: Darning(see page 62),

Monogramming(see page 66),

Satinstitch _seepage 673,

Applique !see page 68),

Shetlstitching (see page T7),

Geometric decorativestitching

(seepage 82),

Twin needlestitching (seepage 105).

A pomt Ianc_

Servez-votts de ce pied transparent pour suivre

Iepourtottr des appliques et des boutonnidres.

Pour: Reprisage (votr page 63),

Monogrammes (volr page 66),

Broder au point lanc_ (voir page 67),

Poser des appliques (voir page 68),

Point coquiIle (voir page 77),

Point d_corafif g_orndtrique

(voir page 82),

Point d'aiguillesjumeldes (voirpage 10.5).

Pie para puntada resaltada

Utilice este pie transparente para puntada

resaltada y para el contomo de aplicaciones.

Usos: Zurcido (vet p_igina64),

Monogramas (vet p_gina 66),

Puntada de realce (vet p_igina 67),

Aplieaciones (vet p,qgina 68),

Puntada de eoncha (ver p_igina 77),

Decoraci6n con patrones gepm_trieos

cver ptigma 82),

Puntada de aguja gemela

(vet p_tgina I06).

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I _ Buttonhole toot 1

Pied h boutonnieres

Pie para Ojaies

Buttonhole Foot

Use this toot when making buttonholes with

buttonhole attachment system

Uses: Buttonhole making (see page 96).

Pied _ boutonnieres

Ufilisez ce pied pour faire des boutonnikres

avec le systOme tncorpor_.

Pour: Confection des boutonnieres

Cvoirpage 96).

Pie para Ojales

Utilice este pie cuando haga ojales con el

abitamento ojalador.

Usos: Haeer Ojales (ver p_,gma96).

Choose Your Needle and Thread

Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing.

tn your needle case you will find the following color-coded needles:

Blue (11) ............... for stretch fabrics

Orange (11) ............. for lightweight fabrics

Red (14) ................ for medium or medium-heavy weight fabrics

Purple (16) .............. for medium-heavy weight and decorative

tepstitching 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

. Check Your Needle

1. Look for a barbed or blunt point.

2. A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs _nknits, fine silks

and silk-like fabrics.

Always buy good quality thread. It should resist tangling and be strong, smooth

and consistent in thickness.

e Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart

FABRIC

NEEDLE

SIZE AND

COLOR

Lightweight:

Batiste, Dimity, Chitlon,

Silks, Fine Lace. Organza,

Crepe, Taffeta, Voile,

Organdy

Medium Weight:

I Cotton. Cotton Blends,

Percale, Gingham,

Shantung, Pique,

Seersucker, Satin, Knits,

Suitings. Linen.

Wool Crepe, Lealher

Medium-heavy Weight:

Corduroy, Datum. Wool

Sailcloth, Wool Flannel,

Gabardine. Velvets,

Leather

Heavywerght:

Coatings Upholster'/

Colton Duck, Heavy

Twills, Canvas

Decorative top*stitching

on all types el labnc

Stretch Fabric:

Polyester Double Knits.

Nylon Tricot, Jersey,

Stretch Tern/, Spandex.

Cite Tricot

H*ORANGE

14-RED

t4-RED

or

16-PURPLE

_6-PURPLE

18-GREEN

16-PURPLE

I_GREEN

t t - BLUE

(STRETCH

FABRIC

NEEDLE)

THREAD

Polyester CorelCotton

Wrap

Fine Mercenzed Cotton

Sitk A

SO Mercenzed Cotton

Polyester Core/Cotton

Wrap

Sitk A

50 Mercenzed Cotton

Mercerized Heavy Duty

Polyester CoreYCbtlon

Silk A

Heavy Duly Mercenzed

Polyester Core!Cotlon

Silk A

Buttonhole Twist

{Use as top thread only)

Polyester CorelCotton

Wrap

50 Mercerized Cotton

RECOMMENDED

STITCH LENGTH

SETTING

2

(t2 stitches per

inch )

2-2.5

{10-12 stitches

per _nch)

2-3

(8-tO stitches

per _nch)

3

{8 Stitches per

inch!

3_4

(6-8 stitches

per mch)

2_2.5

(tO 12 stitches

per _nch)

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* To Change the Needle

NOTE: Raise the needle bar to its highest position

by turning the hand wheel toward you.

1, Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it

toward you.

2. Remove the needle by pulling it downward.

3. Insert the new needle into the needle clamp with

the fiat side away trom you.

4 Push the needte up as tar as it will go.

5. Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly with the

_arge screwdriver from your accessory storage

box.

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t

Needle clamp screw

Vie de pmce-algui|le

Tomillo de sujeci6n de ia agu}

Flat side away from you

La pattie piate du ta|on vers ]'arri_re

Lado piano mas |elano a usted

= Changement d'aiguille

REMARQUE: Remontez l'aiguille ie plus haut

possible en tournant le volant

mare vers vous.

l. Desserrez ia vls du pmce-atguille en la toumant it

g_uChe, verg VOWS.

2.Tirezl'aiguilleverslebas pourl'enlever.

3. Glissez la nouvelle aiguille clans le pinceaiguille,

le m_plat vers l'arri_re.

4. Poussez I'aiguille h foncL

5. Serrez la vis h droite comme momr_, avec le gros

tournevls, dans lee accessotres.

• Para cambiar su aguja

NOTA: Atce la barra de aguja basta su poslci6n

mas alta girando el volanle manuaimente

hacia usted.

1. Afloje el tomillo de sujeci6n de In aguja gir_ndolo

hacm usted.

2. Retire ta aguja halfindola hacia abajo

3. Coloque la aguja nueva dentro del suletador de

aguja con la pane plana hacm atrfis.

4. Empuje ta aguja hacm arriba hasta donde lo

permlta.

5. Apriete firmemente el sujetador de la aguja

utilizando para elto el destomillador mas largo de

su caja de accesonos.

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Prepare the Bobbin

• To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine

(D Remove the cover plate by (_) Take out the bobbin.

sliding the cover plate release

button to the right.

Enfilage de la canette

• Enlever la bobine

(_) Rettrez le couvercte de navette (_) Retlrez la canette.

en fatsant glisser te bouton de

ddgagement du couverte vers la

drotte.

Prepare la Bobina

• Para retirar ia Bobina de su Mfiquina

I. Opnma suavemente hacla abajo ta ptaca de la cublerta de ta bobma y

desliceta hacia usted.

2. P6agaia a un lado.

3. Hale hacla afuera la bobma, tal como se muestra.

O_dinary Spoot

[3obitre ordinotre

Bobinaord_narm

Smalt SDool

Petite bobhte

-.., Bobinapequefa

• Horizontal Spool Pin

Tilt up the spool pin. Place the spool of

thread on the spool pin with the thread com-

ing off the spool as shown.

Attach the large spool holder pressing it

firmly against the thread spool.

" The small spool holder is used with

narrow or small thread spoots.

• Broche fi bobhte horizontale

Retevez la broche a bobtne, et enfilez-y la

bobtne, en piafant fe fil eomnte ithestrd.

Oressez fermentent [a grande porte-bobtne

contre ta bobtne.

* On utilise la pettte porte-bobtne pour les

oobtnes plus mtnces.

• Pasador de boblna horizontal

Incline el pasador de bobina hacia arriba.

Cotoque fa bobma de hilo en el pasador de

bobma con el hilo solt_mdose de la bobma,

tai como se muestra.

Coioque el soporte de bobma grande,

presionSndolo

firmemente contra la bobma dc hilo.

" Et soporte de bobina pequefia se usa con

las bobinas de hi lo estrechas o pequefias.

• Additional Spool Pin

The additional spool pin is used to wind extra

bobbins without unthreading the machine.

To use, insert the additional spool pin in the

hole. Place the fett and the spool on the pin.

• Broehe it bobine supptdmentatre

La broche d bobine supp/_meutalre permet

d'enfiler des boblnes suppldmentatres sans

d6senfiler la machine.

Placez la broche d bobtne duns l'orifice et

enfitez-y la rondetle de feutre et la bobme.

• Soporte de bobina adicional

El soporte de bobtna adicionat se usa para

ertrollar las

bobmas adicional sm desenhebrar ta m_iquma.

Para usarla, inserte el soporte de bobma

adiclonal en et

agujero. Ponga el fiettro y la bobina en el

soporte.

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