Sears 385.4052LX200 owner manual Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

SECTION

1. ESSENTIAL PARTS

2

Buttonhole

....................................................................

 

 

44

Name

of Parts

 

2

To adjust buttonhole stitch density:

46

SECTION

2. GETTING

READY TO SEW

4

Corded

Buttonhole

.......................................................

48

Extension

Table

...........................................................

4

Zipper

Application

........................................................

50

Detaching

the table

4

Blind Stitch Hemming

52

Attaching

the table

4

SECTION

5. DECORATIVE

STITCHING

54

•Advantages

and uses

of free arm sewing:

4

Shell Tuck

....................................................................

 

 

54

Accessories

Storage Box

4

Stretch

Stitch

Patterns

54

Available

Accessories

and Attachments

6

Smocking

.....................................................................

 

 

56

Connecting

the Machine to the Power Supply

8

Box Stitching

................................................................

 

56

Foot control

..................................................................

 

 

8

Applique

 

 

 

58

Polarized

Plug

 

8

Decorative

Satin Stitch Pattern

58

Sewing

Light

 

 

8

Twin Needle Sewing

60

Presser

Foot

Lifter

10

Using Even Foot

 

62

To Attach

and Remove the Presser Foot

10

Quilting

bar for the even foot

........................................

62

To remove:

.................................................................

 

 

10

SECTION

6. CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

64

To attach:

...................................................................

 

 

 

10

Dismantling

and Assembling

Hook Race Unit

64

Changing

Needle

12

To dismantle

hook

race unit:

........................................

64

To check

the needle

12

To assemble

hook

race unit:

........................................

64

Selecting

Needle

and Fabric

14

Cleaning the Feed

Dog

64

Setting

Spool

Pins

18

Oiling the Machine

.......................................................

66

Removing or Inserting the Bobbin Case

18

Oil behind

the face

cover

66

Winding

the

Bobbin

20

Oil the shuttle

area

.......................................................

66

Threading

Bobbin Case

20

Troubleshooting

 

68

Threading

the

Machine

..............................................

22

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Needle

Threader

........................................................

24

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Drawing

Up Bobbin Thread

24

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Balancing

Needle Thread Tension

26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Correct

tesion:

 

26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Needle

thread

tension

is too tight:

26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Needle

thread

tension

is too loose:

26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adjusting

Bobbin

Thread Tension

26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pattern

Selector

Dial

28

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stitch

Length

Dial

28

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stitch

width

dial

 

28

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reverse Stitch Button

................................................

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dropping

the Feed Dog

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SECTION

3. BASIC SEWING

32

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Straight

Stitch

Sewing

................................................

32

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To change Sewing Direction

32

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Using the Seam Guides on the Needle Plate

34

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turning

Square Corners

34

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Variable

Needle

Position

34

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zigzag

 

Stitching

 

36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SECTION

4. UTILITY STITCHING

36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overcasting

................................................................

 

 

36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tricot

Stitch

................................................................

 

 

38

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Knit Stitch

...................................................................

 

 

 

38

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Straight

Stretch Stitch

................................................

40

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sewing

on Buttons

42

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A JanomeIMPORTANT Safety iNSTRUCTiONS Instrucciones DE Seguridad Importantes Atencion Conservez CES Consignes Sears,R buckan€Co.,D/al 7WAH Full 25 Year Warranty on Defect iN Material or WorkmanshipRS Caaoa TqROTO,ONT,mS 2a8 Table of Contents Indice DES Matifres Name of Parts Essential PartsRemarque Nombre de las piezasNom des pieces NotaExtension Table Accessories Storage BoxAdvantages and uses of free arm sewing Replacer Iextension de plateau Boite de rangement des accessoiresMesa de extensibn Separacibn de la mesaPart Number Part Name Model Number of Machine Available Accessories and AttachmentsAccesorios y refacciones disponibles Accessoires et pieces disponiblesWaning Connecting the Machine to the Power SupplyFoot control Sewing LightLuz para coser Conexibn de la mbquina al suministro eldctricoPedal de control Clavija polarizadaTo attach To Attach and Remove the Presser Foot To removeMontaje Elevador del prensatelasReleveur du pied presseur DesmontajeTo check the needle Changing NeedleRevisibn de la aguja Cambio de aguja Changer daiguilleVdrification de Iaiguille Selecting Needle and Fabric Weight Fabric Type of Needle Needle SizePeso Tipo Detela Tipo DE Aguja Tamaiio Seleccibn de hilo y telaDiamtre Choix de Iaiguille et tissuTissa Type daigaille Daigaille Blank Pgina blanca Blanche Removing or Inserting the Bobbin Case Setting Spool PinsRetirer ou replacer la boite b canettes Rgler les broches porte-bobinesAjuste de los postes para carretes Colocacibn y extraccibn del estuche de la bobinaThreading Bobbin Case WindingBobbin Enrollado de la bobina Remplir la canetteEnhebrado el estuche de la bobina Positionner la boite b canettesThreading the Machine Prdparer la machine b coudre Enhebrado la mquinaDrawing Up Bobbin Thread Needle ThreaderFaire remonter le fil de canette Enhebrador de la agujaDispositif denfilage Estiramiento del hilo de la bobina121Needle thread tension is too tight Balancing Needle Thread Tension IlKCorrect tesionAjuste de la tensibn del hilo de la bobina 121La tensibn del hilo de la aguja es muy altaRdgler la tension du fil de la canette Stitch width dial Stitch Length Dial2345 Pattern Selector DialNora Perilla de seleccibn de patrbnPerilla de Iongitud de puntada Perilla de anchura de puntadaDropping the Feed Dog Reverse Stitch ButtonLe d6placer vers Desired, Lower the presser foot and continue sewing Straight Stitch SewingChanger la direction de la couture Costura de puntada RectaUtilisation Du point droit Cambio de direccibn de costuraUsing the Seam Guides on the Needle Plate Position variable de Iaiguille Uso de las guias de costura de la placa de agujasGiros en esquinas cuadradas Posicibn variable de la agujaOvercasting Zigzag StitchingLe point Zigzag Puntada de zigzagPoint De surjet Knit Stitch Tricot StitchLe point De surfil Punto de croch simpleLe point Tricot Tejido de PuntoStraight Stretch Stitch Le point Droit extensible Puntada recta El&sticaSewing On Buttons Coudre les boutons Confeccibn de botonesButtonhole Les boutonniere OjalesII H To adjust buttonhole stitch densityEset Corded Buttonhole Les boutonnieres Ojales acordonadosGBH Zipper Application Aplicacibn De cremalleras Installation des fermetures-dclair Blind Stitch Hemming Lourlet Invisible Dobladillos con puntada InvisibleShell Tuck Stretch Stitch PatternsLe point Extensible Alforza tipo concha MarinaPatrones De puntadas Elbsticas Le point De coquilleBox Stitching SmockingDu point Fruncido DecorativoPuntada De recuadro Le point smocksDecorative Satin Stitch Pattern AppliqueLe point pour appliques Patrones decorativos de puntadas de rasoModUles de points ddcoratifs en satin AplicacionesTwin Needle Sewing Coudre avec des aiguilles jumeles Costura con aguja dobleLeather and matching plaids UsingGuide ouateur pour le pied griffes Cbmo usar el prensatelas uniformeBarra de acolchado para el prensatelas uniforme Utilisation du pied griffesDismantling and Assembling Hook Race Unit Cleaning the Feed DogTo assemble hook race unit Limpiarlas garras transportadoras Desarmado y armado del canal del gancho de la bobinaDdmontage et assemblage Coursire de la navette Limpieza de las garras transportadoras NotaOil behind the face cover Oiling the MachineOil the shuttle area Lubrifiez autour de la navette Lubricacibn de la mdquinaHuilage de la machine Acite atras de la plancha cubierta frontalReference TroubleshootingLa aguja se rompe ReferenciaEl hilo de la bobina se RompeEn cas de problme Probleme Rupture du fi! de Iaiguille WWW, SGarS,COrIII Get it fixed, at your home or ours

385.4052LX200 specifications

The Sears 385.4052LX200 is a versatile and reliable sewing machine designed for both beginners and experienced sewists. This machine brings a perfect blend of ease of use, durability, and a variety of features that cater to a wide range of sewing projects.

One of the standout features of the 385.4052LX200 is its user-friendly interface. It boasts a simple dial and button system that allows for easy selection of stitches and adjustments without overwhelming the user. The machine offers a selection of 25 built-in stitches, including utility, stretch, and decorative stitches, making it perfect for diverse sewing tasks. Whether you're sewing garments, home decor, or crafting projects, this machine provides the versatility needed to explore your creativity.

The 385.4052LX200 includes an automatic needle threader, which significantly simplifies the threading process. This feature is particularly advantageous for users who may struggle with manual threading, allowing them to get started on their sewing projects more quickly. Additionally, the machine's top drop-in bobbin system makes it easy to monitor thread supply and change bobbins with minimal hassle.

The machine is designed with power and precision in mind. Its sturdy construction ensures stability during operation, which is crucial for achieving even stitching, especially on thicker fabrics. The variable speed control allows users to sew at a pace that suits their comfort level, providing an added layer of control for intricate projects.

Sewers will appreciate the adjustable presser foot pressure feature, which enables them to adapt the machine for different fabric thicknesses. This ensures consistent stitching quality across various materials, from lightweight cotton to heavier upholstery fabrics.

Moreover, the 385.4052LX200 also features a free arm, making it easy to sew cuffs, collars, and other hard-to-reach areas. The built-in light illuminates the sewing area, making it easier to see fine details, particularly in low-light conditions.

In summary, the Sears 385.4052LX200 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to dive into the world of sewing or to expand their skills. Its range of built-in stitches, automatic needle threader, and adjustable features make it a practical and enjoyable machine to use. Whether you're a novice or an experienced sewist, this model offers the tools and capabilities needed to bring your creative visions to life. Its combination of durability, functionality, and user-friendly design makes it a commendable option in the realm of home sewing machines.
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