Sears 385. 12710, 385. 12714, 385. 12712, 385. 12708 owner manual Stardng To Sew

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SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

Stardng To Sew

Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your new Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew:

1.Inspect the needle, it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point. It should be the correct size for the fabric and thread being used. Do not be

afraid to change your needle frequently. Many of the new fabrics made of synthetic blends tend to dull the needles more easily than fabrics made of natural fibers.

2.Before placing the material on the machine, see that the ends of the threads have been drawn about 4 inches to the rear of the machine. Hold on to threads during the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam.

3.Test the machine stitch on a scrap of the fabric you plan to use. The fabric should be double thickness. Adjust the machine for the length of stitch and tension suitable to the fabric.

4.Fabric should be placed under the presser foot with the bulk of the material to the left of the needle and the right edge of the material placed on the 5/8" seammarking on the needle plate when making a simple seam.

5.Run the machine at a slow even speed. The more pressure you put on the foot control, the faster the machine will sew.

6.Fasten each seam by back tacking sewing a few stitches in reverse.

7.Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point.

8.Guide the fabric gently with your hand in front of the needle. Never pull or hold the fabric in such a way that the normal feeding is altered.

9.When turning the hand wheel manually, always turn it toward you.

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Contents
SFA/RS Sears Canada INC Kenmore Sewing MachineTable Ofcontents Full line of sewing cabinets is available at your Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableLocate and Identify the Parts WhereIdentify the Accessories Foot Control Use Machine, be sure the power switch isLight/power switch is turned on. If you are Sure slightryAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Extension Table Set Up Machine Free-Arm Sewing the RemovableAccessory Storage Box Change the Presser Foot Choose the Needle and Thread To Change the NeedleStretch fabrics OrangePrepare the Bobbin To Removethe BobbinCasefrom the Machine Wind the Bobbin ILuLf Prepare the Top Thread Thread the NeedleTop thread Back Presser foot, leaving To 6 inches of thread clearAdjust the Top Thread Tension Best tension will depend onReverse Stitch Control Top tension Too Tight Too Loose Just RightStitch Selector ModelStitchSelector I12--3 Adjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceStitch Length Control StitchesStardng To Sew Straight Stitch Set the Machine Straight StitchesRaise the presser foot and remove the fabric Stitch selectorHeresHow Side Straight Stitches Sew in a Zipper Fabric PreparationPut the right sides of the fabric to PiercesLearnthe Stitches Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlate Presser foot StretchWith Zigzag Stitches Satin Stitch Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tensionApplique Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension StitchLearn the STI,TCHES Sewa Button Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selectorOvercasting Stitch Seam Finishing Pillows become more elegant when trimmed with laceZigzag Stitches Three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful forWeight Fabric1/4 Blind HemmingShell Stitching Models 12712 Zigzag footRick-Rack Stretch Stretch StitchesStraight Stretch PositionStretch Stitches Raveling Needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitchesSerglng or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchin Elastic Stretch Stitch Model 12714 onlyFor less density, turn the dial toward ButtonholesFor more density, turn the dial Stop sewing at the left stitchCut the hole Bl--r-lAt r m OpenerBent or blunt needle Incorrect ThreadSizes or kinds of thread Fabric very sheer or very softPerformance Problems Chart Unplug Replacing Light Bulb Cleaning the MachineUse a lint brush to clean the feed Needle plateAssembly 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 Parts List 131415Arm cover plate Problems chartStorage box 9I0This warranty gives you For 25 years from Date90-DAY Sears Canada INC., TORONTO, ONT M5B 2B8