Sears 385. 19601 User Manual
OWNER'S _MANUAL
i
SEWING MACHINE
MODEL 385. 19601
IMPOIRTANT 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 reducethe risk of etectric shock:
1.
An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always
unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using
and before cleaning.
2.
Always unplug before retamping. Replace bulb with same type rated
15 Watts.
3.
Do not reach for the appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug
immediately.
4,
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.
WAR N _ N G-- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock,
or injury to persons_
1.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this
appliance is used by or near children.
2,
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in
this manual.
3_
Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into
water. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service
center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adiustment,
4.
Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep
ventilation opemngs of the sewing machine and foot controller free 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 aeroso| (spray} products are being used or where
oxigen is being adminlstered.
.
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.
Keept 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 needle 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 marking any other user servicing
adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
Dear Homemaker.
CONGRATURATIONS!
You have lust purchased a Kenmore t O0 Stitch seWmg machine that can, with some easy setting by you,
do both decorative and utility sewmg more quickly and accurately than you ever dreamed possible.
This machine can take the guesswo[k, the l_ustratmg tr_a| and error out at sewmg, wrtually elimloat=ng
hand-sewing. BY just pressing a button or two, you can sew a seam or smock a dress, reinforce a sleeve
or dam socks, create a border or embroider a sampler.
This mantra| wil_ show you how to pertorm these wonders, making yo_Jr sewmg creations and crafts the
'°talk at the town'*, and make you the "star at the bazaar"
You can also program this machine to autornat_ca|ty sew your borders and monogram your clothing], and
It "_viHremember the entire sequence and _epeat _t when you press the toot control agam
Practice makes an expert ! Follow these directions and suggestions earetuliy. Go! to know your
machine mtfmateIy and it wil_ _.urn your sewing tasks iota a |oy
These _ostructtons will help you obtain the b_st sewing results and avoid _-.foneeessary setwce expense tar
conditions beyond our control. Advice on the operation and care at your machine =s always available at
your nearest _;ears Retail S_ore. Please rememb0r, if you |'_ave questions aboo! your machine, always
mention '[he model number and serla| number when you inquire.
Write them here, tar easy relerence: Mode| No, 385-
Serial No,
SECTION1.
SECTION2.
TABLEOFCONTENTS
KNOWYOURMACHINE
APortableCase or Cabinet ISAvailable .............. 4
Locate and Identify the Parts ................. 5_6
Identify the Accessone_ ........................ B
PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine ........................ 7_11
= Plug m the Machine and Switch on the Power ...... 7
* Set the FOOt Controt ........................ B
, Cheek Your Feed Balance Diat ................. 8
- Set the Pressure Dial ....................... 8
- Setting Spool Pins .......................... g
• Adiust the Presser Foot Lever ................. 9
• Thread Cutter ............................ 9
, AccessOry Storage Box .................... t0
, Free-Arm Sewing: the RemovaNe
Extension Table ........................ 10_11
Know What the Praiser Feel Will Do ........... 12_15
* Foot Storage Compartment ................. t2
Presser Foot Types ...................... t3_15
A. Zigzag Foot .......................... 13
C. Overedge Foot ........................ 13
D. Quiher ............................ 13
E. Zipper Foot .......................... 13
F. Satin Stitch Foot ...................... 13
G. Blind Hem Stitch Foot .................. 14
H. Stra=ght Stitch Foot .................... 14
J. Siiding gultonhole Foot ................ 14
N. Automatic Buttonhole Foot ............... t4
,, Check Your Presser Foot .................... 15
, Chan_e the Presser Foot ..................... 15
Choose Your Needle and Thread .............. 16_17
* Check Your Needie ........................ t6
- Fabric, Needle. Thread and Stitch Length Chart ..... 17
* TO Change Your Needle ..................... I7
Prepare the Bobbin ........................ t8_20
To Remove tt_e Bobbin tram the Machine ......... 18
SECTION 3.
SECTION 4.
• Wind the Bobbin ...................... t8_%9
• Insert the Bobbin IntO the Bobbin Holder ......... 20
Prepare Your Top Thread .................... 21_24
- Thread Your Needle ....................... 21
- Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread ................ 22
= Adjust the Top Thread Tension .............. 23_24
For Stralght Stitch ....................... 23
For Zigzag Stitch ......................... 24
LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS
Reverse Stkch Bulton ........................ 2B
Up/Down Needle Position Button ................ 26
Control Panel .............................. 27
Pattern Indicator ........................... 28
Pattern So|action Buttons ...................... 28
Direct Entry Stitch Buttons .................... 2g
Memory Butlon ............................ 29
Clear Button .............................. 2g
Twin Needle Barton ........................ 30
Auto-Look Button .......................... 30
M#mr Image Button ......................... 30
Editing Butlon ............................. 31
Editing Pattern Combinations ................... 31
Stitch Width and Length ButtOns ............... 32_33
= Stitch Width Button ...................... 32
• Stitch Length Button ...................... 33
PRACTICE COMMON STtlCHING SKILLS
Use the Seam Guides ......................... 34
Turn a Square Corner ........................ 34
Sew on Heavy Fabrl_ ........................ 35
Use the Darning Plato ........................ 35
Basting _ .............................. 36
Darning [] .............................. 37
Sew a Button .............................. 3B
Put m a Zipper ........................... 39_41
SECTION 5.
LEARN THE STITCHES
C_ert of Sewing Functions ..................... 42
Stitch Pattern Char[ ...................... 43_,19
Stratgi_tStitches [] _ [], [] and _ .... 50_59
Straight Stitch .......................... 50
• Topstitehing ........................... 51
• Position Your Needle tor Topst_tcbing .......... 52
• Pintucking .............................. 53
• Quilting .............................. 54
. Gathering .............................. 55
Straight Stretch [] ........................ 56
Lock.a-Mac, it Seam 1_ ...................... 57
Outline Stretch [] ......................... 58
Saddle Stitch [] .......................... 5g
zigzagstitches_ ~ _. []. [] and[] .... 00-06
• Bas_a Zigzag _ ......................... 60
o Satin Stitch _ ........................ 61
Overcasting Stitch [] .................... 62
• Mending [] .......................... 63
• Overedga Seam [] ...................... 64
o KmtStitch [] ......................... 65
• Double Edge Zigzag [] ................... 65
• Rick-Rack Stretch _ .................... 66
Automatic Darning _ ................... 67_68
• OarmngSmalI Rips ........................ 68
Adjusting Evenness of Darmng ................ 68
Automat,e Buttonholing __ .......... 69--7_
Adjus_ the Stitch Width and Density ........... 71
Manual Buuonhofing _ ................... 72_73
, Stitch Density on One Side .................. 73
Corded Buttonho|es _ ...................... 74
Hemming and Edging Stitches _, _, _. _+
[] and [] ......................... 75_79
• Blind Hem Stitch [stretch) [] .............. 76
. Blind Hem Stitch (woven) _ .............. 76
• She!l Sdtch _ ........................ 77
• SeaIIop Stitch [] and [] ................ 78
- C_t.Out Work Edging and Applique [] and _j . . , 79
Rmoiormng Stitches _0 ___, [_ and _ .... 80_82
• Feather Stitch 2_ ........................ 80
• Fagotmg Stitch [] ....................... 81
• Elastic Casing Stitch _ .................... 82
Elastic Stretch Stitch _ .................. 82
Tw,n Needle Stitching 2_11J, _, [_, _-_, _,
[]. [] and[] ...................... 83
Decorate wlth Geometric P_tterns [] _ [] ...... 84
Decorate with Stretch Stitch Patterns [] _ [] and
_ .......................... 8_
Cro_s Stitch [] ........................... 86
S_ocking_. _, _;, [] and[] ....... B7
Sand Stitch _ .......................... 88
Shading Stitches [] and _ ................. 89
Program Decorative Stitch Patterns
[] _ [] eta ........................ 90-92
, One Cycle Stitching ...................... 90
• Two Cycle Stitching ...................... g0
• Cycle Stitching by Pressing Mirror Image Button .... 91
- Test Sewing Pattern Combinations .............. 91
• Pattern Single Umts ....................... 92
Mooog,am_,ng[] ~ _. [] ~[] ......... 93
Adjusting Patterns .......................... 9_
• To Adiust Distorted Patterns ................ 84
o To Ad!ost Distorted Letters or NzJmbers .......... 94
SECTION 6. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART
What to Do When ......................... 95_96
SECTtON 7. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE
CI_an the Bobbin Holder ...................... 97
Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs ............. 98
Oiling the Machine ......................... 99
Replace the Light Bulb ....................... 99
PARTS LIST .................................... 100_01
INDEX ........................................ 102_t03
SECTfON 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE
A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available
A tult line ot sewing cabinets i$ avai}ab_e at your nearest Sears retail s[ore or
through our genera! catalog. Whenever you're ready to sew, so Is your sewing
piece.
Another option ..... buy a Carryln O Case ..... lheo your Kenmore goes
anywhere, can be .stored anywhere.
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Locate and Identify the Parts
SECTION 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE
SECTION1. KNOWYOURMACHINE
Locate and identify the Parts (Continued)
Arm Covet Plate Ca_ t yi_j Hil_d|e
Identify the Accessories
Bobbi_
\
Darning flt_te
Set Up the Machine
a Plug in tim Machine end Switch on the Power
Madllrte
_ockel
Powe_ SUpplypk_g
SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
NOTE: Beiore mserUng the plug into your machine, be
sure the power switch is OFF.
l. CI_eck your outlet to be sure _t_sa 1 tO to 120 Voll AC
outlet.
2- Insert the machine plug mto the five-prong o_Ilet, as
shown. It wiI! on!y fit one way.
3, Insert the power supply plug Into the outlet.
4, Push the light and power sw_tch to turn on the power
and sewing light,
NOTE: The Pattern Indicator light will show [] .
SAFETY FEATURE:
Your machine will not operate unless lhe ]ight/'power
swiIch _s [urned on, ff yo_ are interrupted or slop sewmg,
turn ofl the fight/power switch tO prevent injury to
children.
SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine {Continued)
Set the Foot Control @ Check Your Feed {3alance Dial
J
The foot control reguIales the speed at
which you sew,
Position the foot control as shown_ with
your heel on tile floor.
To increase speed, gently press down with
tile ball of your _ooL
To decrease speed, release your tOOl pressure
slightly,
NOTE: The tOOt 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+
For most sewing, the groove in the Feed
Balance Dial should point to the arrow
l°"D"i,
Yoy may rarely need to adjust _he dial. But,
if necessary, use this dial to regulate the teed
balance tot:
* Automatic Darning {See p. 68 for details}
• Buttonholes {See p.73fordetai{s)
• Any *'stretch" stitch such as patterns
[] and monogramming when sewing
on Spemal fabrtcs.
= Set the Pressure Dial
dial
The pressure control dial is {oeated inside the race Cover plate,
Set the dial aligning the setting mark on the dial with the groove
as tullowso
3 .... most sewing
2 .... applique and Cut-Out work
.... sewing chiffon, lace, organdy and other lightweight
fabrics. Also for velours and kn_ts twith more stretch)
0 .... basting, manual darning and embroidery
NOTE: The pressure dial should be reset at 3 after changing
pressure, so the machine is ready for most normal
sewing the next lime you use it.
SECTION 2, PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Setting Spoof Pins
The spool p_ns are used for holding [he spools of
thread when teeding thread to the machine.
To use, pull up the spool pros. Be sere to place
the spool lett on the pins. Push down for
storage,
e Adjust the Presser Foot Lever
The Presser Foot Lever raisesand lowers your presser
foot.
You can rinse _t about 1/4 °' higher than the normal
up position for easy removal ot the presser toot or to
help you place heavy tabr=cs under the presser too{.
Thread Cutter
You don't need _ palr o| $_ssots Io CUt lhe
thread after you _in_sh sewing, Just use the
handy thread cutter.
The threads are cut l|le proper length for starting
the next seam.
SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Set Up the Machine _Continued)
e Accessory Storage Box e Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extensmn Table
To Remove:
To Attach:
Ex i_sloll t_bl_
The lid o| the accessory storage box lifts open
toward you,
Sewln{_l eccessorles are eonvenlenlly located In
the box,
IO
To Remove the Extension Table
(for iree-arm sewm_])
'h Grip the table with your index finger and
thumb, as shown.
2, Pull gently toward you,
The extension table will snap out.
To Attach the Extension Table
(for flat-bed sewing)
"h Fit the tabs into the slot, as shown,
2. With your thumb and index fin_er, gently
snap in.
Your sewing machine can do tree arm sewing.
This feature makes sewing easy tar:
SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFORSEWING
÷ 8at tacking to reinforce pockets,
p_ackeLs and wa=stlines on ready-
made or home.made garments to
avoid tabrie bunching at'ound the
needle,
Stilchirtg sleeves, waistbands, pant
legs, or ally circular garment area.
Darning socks or mending knees,
elbows, or areas ol wear _n
children_s clothes.
Sewing buttons on sleeves, wrest-
bands, elc.
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SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFOR SEWING
Know What the Presser Feet Will Do
The Presser feet are an important teature at this machine. You need to know
what each toot does in order to use them effectively.
Tke Foe[ Storage Compartment with most o9 the presser feet ts located in the
accessory -',torase box. {See page t0). Automatic buttonhole toot N and other
sewlnrj accessories will be round under the Foot Storage Compartment.
o Foot Storage Compartment
NOTE: The numbers offer each toot indicate the stitct_ patterns
where you use the tool
The Automatic Buttord_ole Foot N fits in the accessory
storage box as illustrated.
ltl,+ A_;tomatlC
t_u!!oriho!f! lo{lz
t2
o Presser Foot Types
A. Zigzag Foot
D, Quilter
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F. Satm Stitch Foot
A: Zi#za{$ tQo_
Use this foot tot bath stra=ght
and z=gzag st=rching.
The black b_ttoft on the right
side ot the toot sets the toot to
tomato r_gld SO that you can
sew on heavy fabrics,
(See p. 35 tot detailed _nstruo
ctloos.)
Stitch Patterns: _ _
%
This toot _sespemal|y constru-
cted tar shtching and!or over-
casting seams. The sma[_ brush
and wire guides he|p control
the labric, hold the raw edge
m p_ace and keep tt from
puckering, espeeJal|y when
sewing on knit ;abr_cs.
You may use thSs |oat for "_be
_egu[ar z_gzag stitch {_ or
with the overedge sutch _,
See p, 62 and 64 _ 65 for derails,
Stitch Patterns: _, _ aad
@
Dz O_ilter
This attachment turns your
ztgzag toot fnto a quilting l;oot.
See p. 54 tot detailed _nstruc-
IrOnS.
Stitch Pattern:
This |oat can be set to sew on
each side at your zipper.
The edges ot the toot gu_de the
zipper and keep the seam
straight.
For deta_ts on Sewing zipperS,
see p. 39 _ 4 I,
Stitch Pattern:
F: _ati$_ S/{tC'h
tool
%
Use this transparent tOOt _Of
outlinmg applique and Cut.Out
Work. as we_l as _or el| your
Decorative St_tch{nrj and
moRogram_o_,
Stitch Patterns; _ _
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SECTION 2.
KnowWhat thePresser FeetWil! Do (Continued)
• PresserFoot Types {Continued)
G. Blind Hem S_iteh Foot
PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Slidin_lBut{onhole Foo_
N. A_tomat_c Buttonhole Foot
G: Blind ham
%
Use this toot to, perfect blind Use this foot exclusively for
hemming, The foot has ridges straight stiteh{n_,
on the bottom to keep the SIiIch Patterns; _ and _]
fabric tram stippmg and a {Center needfeposition)
guide screw on top to _}u_de _he
to_ded edge Of your hem,
For detailed fnstructlons, see
p. 59 and 75 _ 76.
Stitch Patterns: _, _ erie
J: Slidino
h_._t_onhole10_I
%
Use this toot tar manual
buttonholing. It _s marked to
help you measure your b_[tOn_
boles accurately.
The maximum length of
buttonhole thet can be made
by this foot is 30 turn,
For detailed instructions, see
p. 67 and 72 _ 74.
Stitch Patterns; _
N: AUtO_OIIC
bullonf=ol_ fOOl
Use this toot tar one step,
automatic bu_onholing.
Simpl V set a button on the
guide at _hls tout and depress
th0 toot control, You Can then
sew exactly the same length of
buttonhole as the button.
For detailed mstru_ti0ns, see
p, 69 _ 70.
Stitch Patterns: __
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SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
o Cf_eck YaurPresser Foot
Your presser toot Is held in place by a Foot Holder. Each presser toot
merely snaps on the toot holder, which is seldom removed.
If you need to remove or attach the toot holder, here is what you do:
To Remove:
Foo_
To Remove:
Turn the screw toward the back Of I.
tile maehine. Use the large screw
driver.
To Attach:
To Attach;
Match the hole in the toot
holder with the threaded hole
in the presser bar,
2.
Fit the lOOt holder screw _nto
the hole.
3. Tighten the screw by tumm 9 _t
toward you.
o Change the Presser Foot
Use the correct presser toot _or the stitch Yoo wish to sew. Consult the Stitch Pattern
Chart and the detailed directions _or sew_n_j with the varloUs presser _eet.
To snap o|f :
1_ p/DOw
b_tten
meyer
To Snap Off the Presser Foot:
l, Press the Up/Down Needle PosLtion Button
to raise the needle to _ts highest position.
2, Raise the presser toot_
3, Press the red button on the back ot the toot
bolder. The presser tOOt will drop oil,
NOTE: If you do not hear the presser toot soap _o place, press down on the presser
_ioot holder firmtv until you hear the snap.
To Snap On:
To Snap On the Presse_
Foot:
h Set the Pressure Dial at
2+ Place the presse_ toot
So tire hor+zonta! pm on
the _oot lies lust under
the groove ot the toot
holder.
3, Lower the presser foot
bolder to lock the
presser toot m place.
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SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFORSEWING
ChooseYourNeedleandThread
Twin Needt_
DJ_c_ s_nk
Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing.
tn your needle case. you wil_ find the foltowmg color-coded needles :
Blue [11 ) .......... for stretch tabr_cs
Orange _t_I) .......... for lightweight fabrics
Red (t4) ............ tot medium or medium-heavy weight fabrics
Purple {16) ......... 1or medium-heavy weight and decorative
topstJtehing on these fabrics
(This needle has a larger _hread llole for
thicker topstJtchin(J thread,)
Green {18} .......... for heavy weight fabrics and decorative top-
stitchingon these tabrtcs
Twin Needle ......... for sewm_ parallel rows o| strmgh_ or deco-
rative stitches
NOTI_: These needles are tound in the accessory storage box, {see page 10)
e Check Your Needle
I. Look lot barbed or blunt point.
2. A damaged needle can cause permanenZ sn_gs or runs _n knits, fine silks
and silk-like fabrics.
Aiways b_y a good quality thread. Jt should res=st Xangling and be strong.
smooth and consistent in thickness,
10
SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFOR S£WING ........
Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart
FABRIC SiZE AND THREAD SIZE ST|TCH LENGTH
L_ghtwaight:
Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon+ Polyester CoretCotton 2.0
Silks, Fine L_ce, Organza, 11-ORANGE Wrap {12 s_:=tches pat
Crepe. Taffeta, Voile, Fine Mercerized Cotton
Organdy
Med_t_m W_igl_t:
C_tton. Cotton _I_nds.
Pu_cale. Gingham, 50 Mercerized Co_ton 2.0 ~ 2.5
Shantung, Pique, t4-RED Pofv'esr#t Co,e/Cat,on {10 -- 12 still;has
SeersL_ckar, Salt#, "<n_t_, Wrap pe_" inch)
Vinyl Saitin0_;, Linen, Sil£ A
WOO| Crepe, L0athef
Mediem H_avy Weiuht; 50 Marc_rized Cotton
Cor_url3y= Denim, WOo{, 14-RED Mercerized Heavy-Defy 2.5 - 3.0
Set|cloth, Wool Flannel, or POIyes_er Coret'Co_ton 18 - 10 srirct_es
Gabardine, Velvets, 16_PURPLE Wrap per lath)
Leather Silk A
Hea_'y Wa_{jht,' Heavy Duty Mercr_r=zed
Coat_S, Upho#stery 18_OREEN Polye;t_r Co_'e/Cotto_ (_ _tltche$ por
Cotton D_ek. Heavy W_p mchl
Twills, Canv'#s Silk A
D_co_atlvo tep_stiteh_r_g 16-PURPLE B_tt_hsi_ Tw_( 4+O _ 4.5
On eH types Or"f_bt|c _8_GR_EEN (U_e as _op thread on_yl |4 _ G sr_tch_ pe_
S_tet_h F_bt _=:
Po|yester De_ble Knits, f t-STRETCH Po!ye_ter Co_e/Corm_ 2.0 - _2.5
f_ylon Tt_eh Jersey, FAEtRIC N_DLE- Weep t_D _ f 2 _titche_
_tretch TerrY. Sp_,ndex. }]LU£ 50 Mercerized Cotto_ p_r _ocl_)
(:ire Trlcol
NEEDLE RECOMMENDED
COLOR SETTING
Silk A in_h)
Cotton 3.0
inch)
• To Chan_e Your Needle
l : c_amp
Ne_e_]l_
NOTE: Re=so the needle bar to its highest
position by pressing the Up/Down Needle
Posit{on 8often:
6. Loosen the needle c_amp screw by turreng _t
toward yot_,
2. Remove the needfe by pulling _t downward.
3, Insert _he new needle rnto the needJe clamp
with the flat side away tram you.
_. Push the needle up as far as _t wit!gO,
5, Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly with
the large screwdriver _rom your accessory
box,
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SECTION 2o PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
Prepare the Bobbin
To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine • Wind the Bobbin
l, Gen[Iy push down on the bobbin cover pl_te and slide tt towards you.
2. Set aside.
3. Lift out the bobbin, as shown°
J, Put your spool ot thread onto spool pin, with the thread winding in the
direction shown.
2. Pull the clutch away Item the machine to step the needle trom mevt_g
while winding the bobbin,
Chinch
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Upper _ht_ad
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m_QQ_
Draw thread from spool 4.
through bobbin winder upper
thread 9uide teas=on disc as
shown.
Place the threaded bobbin on
the bobbin wmding spmdle so
that the thread comes o_s on
top.
5,
Push the bobbinwmdingspmdte tuthe right until it 9- Push the bobbin wmdinl
clicks, spmdle to lhe tell and clip
6. Holding onto end ot thread, depress the toot
control,
7. When the bobbin ts slightly filled, stop the machine
and clip the _b_ead commg trom the bobbin,
8, S_owly start '_he machine agam and w_nd the thread
until the bobbin stops.
NOTE: The Pattern indicator will read "SP" to show
the machine is wmding the bobbin.
the thread.
10. Remove the bobbin.
"_3. Push In th_ clutch |or norn'_al
sewing operation.
NOTES:
If ¥0# do not push m
the clutch, the ma_:hine
will not run when you
press the toot contro!,
Do not depress the _oot
contro! while sliding
the bobbin winding
spindle m elthe[
direction.
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SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFOR SEWING
Prepare the Bobbin (Contmued)
e Insert the Bobbin Into the Bobbin Holder
(_ Put the bobbin _nto the bobbin
holder so that the thread leeds
eo_nter-elockwlse.
2O
(_ Pull about 4 inches ot thread
to,yard you Ihrough the teos_on
_|o[ @ +
_ Tt_rea_ie_3
C|I_}*[
Bobbin thteadin 9 char[ is located
behind the taee cover plate,
(_) Then pul! the thread clockwmse
toward the back o_ the machine
through the sfot (_).
(_ Slide the bobbin cover plate while
pushing it down slightly over the
bobbin. Allow about 4 inches of
thread Io show above the needle
plate.
Prepare Your Top Thread
e Thread Your Needte
The numbered steps above to||ow the numbers
on the ittustrattons.
Dotted lines show places where the thread
loops and then Is polled t_ght.
SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFORSEWING ......
I. Draw thread into thread guide using both hands.
2, While holding thread near spool, draw thread down into the tension area al'_d then around the
check spnng holder.
3, Firmly draw thread up and through take.up lever trom r_£ht to tell
#,. Draw thread down and slip it through the thread guide.
5, Thread then _sslipped into needle bar thread guided
6. Thread needle from trent to back,
NOTE: You may want to cul the end ul thread with sharp se}ssors tor easJer needie threadin(j,
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SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWtNG
Prepare Your Top Thread lContinued}
e Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread
@ Ho{d the top t|_read li(}ht_y w_t|_ your @ Pre_s th_ Up/Down Naedl_ Po_itian Buttoa _)
le_t bard. twrr.:e.
Br_n_ lhe bobb_ lhread up by puI|_n9 Ibe top
_breado
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Pull b_th _hread_ under and to tt_
back o_ the presser fool leavm_ 4 t{}
6 inches at iF, read c{ear.
SECTION2. PREPAREYOURMACHINEFORSEWf_IL_
Adjust the Top Thread Tens=on
T{)ps_c_eo{ l_b_ic
Too_ %7
_bir_
For Straight Stitch
The ideal stra=ght stitch will haue threads {oeked between The two layers o_"
fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail
tf you look, at the stitch, front and back, you will notice _hat there are no
gaps, {hateach stltch _ssmooth and even.
When adjusting top thread tension, the higher the number, the ughler the top
thread.
Tighten
Choose the Correct Tension:
The best t_oslon will depend on;
!he stiffness and thickness ot the fabrle
the number of fabnc layers
the type Ot _tl_._;h
The lop ltlre_
is too loo_.
T_I_ IOI) thread
appearson III_'
(obrl_
Tension tStOO |OI3se:
The top tl_read shows through the
bottom ot the _abr{c. Tbe botlom
side ol the stitch will feel bumpy.
t_;_ootlght.
Top s_e ,.--'_ ,
"rh_'bobbin lb_eotl
al_peats o_ilhe
t_pet s,uda_:e of )he
|_brle,
Tens_ol_ _stoo tl_cjht;
The bobbin thread will come through
the top at the fabr=c, The top side
at the stitch will feel bumpy,
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SECTION2, PREPAREYOURMACHfNEFORSEWING
Prepare Your Top Thread (Continued)
o Adjust th_ Top Thread Tens+on |Continued|
in the Correct zigzag _titch+ t!_e bobbin threads wilt not show on the top side
of t_bric and the top threads wil! sinew slightly on the bottom side. S_e
below tot tile co_rect _ppoa_aoce, To match this appearanct_, adiust veer top
teNston+
Top tension
Too Tight
Jtj_t Ri_ht
To_ re+de of Fobr+c
+otter++3 _id_ O_ Fabric
Too Tight:
Co,toe++ ot e_ch z_,9;zagw+i+
pui+ tO,+the+ + t_t_+hi top
_+d_ Of t_br+_S,
EI_ttom sid_ Of F+_r+_
TOo LO_ f,P-:
Th_ _Op thre;_d wi_| l{_¢xp
thfotJgh bottom s_d_ O_
t_br_¢ _ff wi}l be p_sll_d
+3#++O0_t tot3ett\gr.
_o++om mid+ _f Fab+'+c
SECTION 3. LEARN TO USE TttE CONTROLS ....
"The illustration shows the Reverse Stitch Sutton, Up/Down Need|e Position Sutton and the control paneI el your Kenmore t 00 Stitch.
The control buttons, LED |_ghts and indicator screens enable you to control your machine and kr, ow what it _sdoing at al_ times.
tn this section, you wifl learn what these buttons are and how to use them. Each t_me you press a eontro_ button you wilt ]':ear a "beep'"
Ptacbce using these controls to see what they w_tl do.
Let's look care|ully at each control butte,q, be#innm[] w{tb the Reverse Stitch Button and continuing dowo the Control Panel.
Twin Needle B_It_e_ Au_-Lo_;_ B_=tlen
\ f
Pntte_n
I nd_cator
LED LLght
'__ tJpiDr_wn
t_ f1_orv _uttDt]
Mitt'or linage
Bt_tSe_
Pat t{_rn
fJutt_
_,litch Width //
_titch LengthlW_Jlh
Oecr_a_e [_ut to_l /
.... _,.... _ Q-- _ glitch ke[tatl_
[_d_cator .__ _ _nc_ea_ B_t _on
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SECTION 3. LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS
Reverse Stitch Button {manual -- no memory)
Up/Down Needle Position Button
Use this button to:
Secure seams,
rmnforce the seams and the top edges ot pockets.
AtStralgh_ .. t Stitching:
Press and hold the reverse st=tch button.
The machine w_|t sew In reverse until yo_ reIease the button,
At Zigzag or Decorative Stitching:
Press this button° then the machine wilt sew auto-lock stitct_ _mmediate!y and
stops automatlcallv.
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When you press this bulton, the needle will go up or down.
If the needle _s up and you press this button, the needte will go down to its
|owest position.
If the needle _s down and you press this button, the needte will eo to _ts
highest position.
CAUTION: Do not press the foot control while you press the up/down
needle position button,
Use this button to:
-- take up the bobbin thread (down and up) as you hold the top thread,
turn a corne_" (down to keep the fabric from slippmg}.
_t eliminates the band wheel for raising and Jowermg the needle.
ControlPanel
StitcJ_
Patl_m
Section
iJ
anrJ Leh_Jth
Secl_on
S_eli_n
_ Outlonhole
Stltcl_ P_tter n
_"Ct_ft Section
SECTION 3. LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS
The Control Panel is divided into tour seehons;
The Sittch Pattern Section,
Where you set stitch patte_-ns, with memoTy and clear buttons.
Other usetul b_-lttons are also located in this seehon:
* s_ven direct e_'_try stitch buttons
twin needle button
• mirror image button
auto-lock button
" edlt{ng button
The Stitch Width and Length Sect=on.
_/_e[e you adjust the length ot stralg|}t stitches and the length and width el zigzag
st=tches.
The Buttonhole Section,
The Kenmore !00 Stitch can make three types el buttonholes;
Barrack
Rounded
Keyhole
Using the aul_omat_c buttonhole tool N, you can sew theexactly same length el
b_ttonhoie wit|_ the actual button.
The Stitch Pattern Cha_t Section,
You can check the pattern number which you want to sew at a glance by r_le_rmg
to this chart.
Pattern numbers 84 to 97 mctude {he auto-lock stitch at both b_glnning and
end ot the stitch.
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SECTION3. LEARNTO USE THE CONTROLS
Pattern indicator Pattern Selection Buttons
C_3
_c_oc_ l J
(E3CE3CZ__lo-01 _-_i
QCO
c_cD_o_ HJ
C23C23CO
Power sw_Ic{_ _÷"
E_3
_DC_3CX3
G0C_C_3
This two digit indicator screen lights up to show
whet stitch pattern you are usln_l,
NOTE: When you turn on your machine, the
indicator will automatically show the
straight stitch _.
To Select a Stitch Pattern:
I. Press two numbers to indicate which paltern
you want to USe,
2, Th_ numbers will show on the pattern
indicator.
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Use these buttons to select astitch pattern. They fij_ trom 0 to O.
Examp|e:
NOTE; if you select numbers no[ on the stitch pattern chart, the machine will blink
To use decorative stitch _.
1. Press _. A number 3 and a flashing line will appear on the pattern
indicator screen,
2. Press _.
YOU haw selected stitch pattern [].
until you _elect numbers on the chart.
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