Sears 385. 17526 owner manual What to Do When, Incorrect thread tension

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SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE

What to Do When

PROBLEM

Irregular Stitches

Breaking Needle

Bunching of Thread

Puckering

PROBLEMS CHART

PROBABLE CAUSE

Incorrect size needle. improper threading.

Loose upper thread tension.

Pulling fabric.

Loose presser foot.

Unevenly wound bobbin.

Nicks or burrs at hole ot needle plate.

Pulling tabric.

Incorrect size needle.

Incorrect setting of needle.

Loose presser toot.

Upper and lower threads not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam.

Incorrect thread tension.

Using two different sizes or kinds of thread. Bent or blunt needle.

Loose presser toot.

Fabric too sheer or too soft.

CORRECTION

Choose Correct size needle for thread and fabric. Rethread machine.

Tighten upper thread tension.

Do not pull fabric; guide it gently.

Reset presser foot.

Rewind bobbin,

Replace needle plate, or polish off burrs completely.

Do not pull fabric; guide it gently.

Choose correct size needle lot thread and fabric. Reset needle.

Reset presser toot.

When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads under, and back ot presser loot about 4"" and hold until a few stitches are iormed.

Reset thread tension.

Upper thread and bobbin thread should be same size and kind. Insert new needle,

Reset presser foot.

Use underlay of tissue paper,

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Contents Model 385 SEARS, Roebuck and CO Kenmore Sewing, MachineIMPORTANT Safety Instructions Table of Contents Portable Case or Cabinet is Available Locate and Identify the PartsLocate and Identify the Parts NeedleIdentify the Accessories Buttonhole AttachmentPlug in the Machine and Switch on the Power Foot Control UsePrepare the Machine for Sewing Set the Pressure DiaSet Up the Machine Adjust the Presser Foot Lever Free-Arm Sewing the Removable Extension Table To Remove Accessory Storage BoxTo Attach Set Up the Machine = Check The Presser Foot KnowWhatthe Presser Feet Will DoChange the Presser Foot Zigzag toot Section Choose the Needle and Thread = Presser Foot TypesRecommended Stitch Length Prepare the Bobbin To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine Additional Spool PinLess Prepare the Bobbin Preparethe Top Thread Thread the NeedlePrepare the Top Thread Pick Up the Bobbin ThreadAdjust the Top Thread Tension Fabr,cTop Tension Toc Tight Too Loose Just Right Stitch Selector ZoneAdjusting Stretch Stitch Balance Stitch Width Control Stitch Length ControlStarting To Sew Reverse Stitch ControlPractical Stitch Chart NeedlePosition Uses Refer toPractical Stitch ChartLength Width Cha on p Practical ChartStitch Straight Stitches Straight StitchUse the Seam Guides Turn a Square CornerTopstitching Set the Machine Set the Machine LO. Close the zipper and turn the fabric Dropping the Feed Dogs Feed dogs must always be up for normal sewingZigzag StitchesBasic Zigzag Monogramming Set the Machine LromStitch and Its Uses Applique Set the Machine Zigzag StitchesBar Tacking Set the Machine No presser Zigzag Stitches Sew a Button Set the MachineLearn the Stitches Overcasting StitchBlind Hemming Set the Machine LaceWork Three-Step Zigzag Lingerie Shell Stitching Set the MachineBox Stitching Set the Machine Shell Stitch Set the Machine Two-point Box Stitch = Overedging Set the MachtneDecorate with Geometric Patterns Set the Machine Stretch Stitches = Rick-Rack Stretch Set the MachineOvercast Stretch Stitching Set the Machine Stretch St itches= Smocking Set the Machine Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching Set the Machine = Elastic Stretch Stitch Set the MachineSet the Machine = Herring Bone StretchPatching = Decorative Stretch Patterns Buttonhole Making Learning to Sew Buttonholes 0oo,+.3,o Built-in System Set the MachineButtonhole Making Using Buttonhole Attachment Button hole System and SizeThread Thread Buttonhole Making Twin Needle Stitching Set the Machine For any of these stitchWhat to Do When Incorrect thread tensionPerformance Problems Chart Replacing the Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs Oiling the MachineParts List RED Operating Instructions Warranty Full 25-YEAR Warranty on Sewing Machine Head D1817 WA, Hoffman Estates, ILIo=o It\ Numero DEL SUMINiSTRADOR DE Maquina DE Coser Pie con rodillos Pie de leflonOptional Feet and Attachment Sewing Machine Source Piping Foot Blind Hem FootSEARS, Roebuck and CO., D1817WA, Hoffman ESTATES, IL