Sears 385. 12708, 385. 12714 Reverse Stitch Control, Top tension Too Tight Too Loose Just Right

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SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

For Zigzag Stitch

In a correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See below for the correct appearance, To match this appearance, adjust the top tension.

Top tension

Top tension

 

Too Tight

Too Loose

Just Right

Top side of Fabric

Top side of Fabric

Top side of Fabric

Bottom

side

of

Fabric

Bottom

side

of

Fabric

 

Bottom

side

of

Fabric

Too

Tight:

 

 

 

Too

Loose:

 

 

 

Just

Right:

 

 

 

 

--

Corner

of

each

--

The

 

top

thread

Minimize

the

amount

 

zigzag

will

pull

 

will

loop

through

of

top

thread

visible

on

 

together

 

on

the

 

bottom

 

side

of

the

 

bottom

 

side

of

 

top

side

of

fabrics,

 

fabric

and

will

be

fabric

without

 

causing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pulled

 

almost

excessive

puckering

or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

together.

 

 

causing

 

the

bobbin

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

thread

to

show

on

the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

top

side.

Results

vary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with

fabric,

 

thread

and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sewing

condition&

 

 

Reverse Stitch Control

To reverse stitch, hold down this control during

sewing.

Releaseto sew forward again.

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Contents
SFA/RS Kenmore Sewing Machine Sears Canada INCTable Ofcontents Where Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableLocate and Identify the Parts Full line of sewing cabinets is available at yourIdentify the Accessories Sure slightry Machine, be sure the power switch isLight/power switch is turned on. If you are Foot Control UseAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Choose the Needle and Thread To Change the Needle Set Up Machine Free-Arm Sewing the RemovableAccessory Storage Box Change the Presser Foot Extension TableOrange Stretch fabricsPrepare the Bobbin To Removethe BobbinCasefrom the Machine Wind the Bobbin Prepare the Top Thread Thread the Needle ILuLfTo 6 inches of thread clear Top thread Back Presser foot, leavingBest tension will depend on Adjust the Top Thread TensionTop tension Too Tight Too Loose Just Right Reverse Stitch ControlStitch Selector ModelStitchSelector Stitches Adjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceStitch Length Control I12--3Stardng To Sew Stitch selector Straight StitchesRaise the presser foot and remove the fabric Straight Stitch Set the MachineHeresHow Pierces Straight Stitches Sew in a Zipper Fabric PreparationPut the right sides of the fabric to SideLearnthe Stitches Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlate Presser foot StretchWith Zigzag Stitches Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension Satin StitchTop thread tension Stitch Applique Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selectorSewa Button Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Learn the STI,TCHESOvercasting Stitch Three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful for Pillows become more elegant when trimmed with laceZigzag Stitches Seam FinishingBlind Hemming Weight Fabric1/4Zigzag foot Shell Stitching Models 12712Position Stretch StitchesStraight Stretch Rick-Rack StretchRaveling Needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitches Stretch StitchesElastic Stretch Stitch Model 12714 only Serglng or Pine Leaf Stretch StitchinStop sewing at the left stitch ButtonholesFor more density, turn the dial For less density, turn the dial towardOpener Bl--r-lAt r m Cut the holeFabric very sheer or very soft Incorrect ThreadSizes or kinds of thread Bent or blunt needlePerformance Problems Chart Needle plate Replacing Light Bulb Cleaning the MachineUse a lint brush to clean the feed UnplugAssembly Shuttle and shuttle race. Do notOver-oil Snap the levers back into the original position Oiling the Machine Left side of the cover. Tilt the machine head backRemove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration 131415 Parts List9I0 Problems chartStorage box Arm cover plateThis warranty gives you For 25 years from Date90-DAY Sears Canada INC., TORONTO, ONT M5B 2B8