Sears 385. 12710, 385. 12714, 385. 12712, 385. 12708 owner manual Performance Problems Chart

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SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART

PROBLEM

 

 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

 

CORRECTION

 

Incorrect

size needle.

Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric.

 

Bent or blunt needle.

Insert new needle.

 

Skipping Stitches

Incorrect

setting

of

needle.

Reset needle.

 

 

Tight

upper thread

tension.

Loosen upper thread tension.

 

 

Starting

to stitch too fast.

Start

to

stitch at a medium speed.

 

Improper

 

threading.

 

Rethread machine.

 

 

Tight

upper thread

tension.

Loosen

upper thread tension.

 

Breaking Upper Thread

Incorrect

 

size needle.

Choose

correct size needle for

thread end fabric.

 

Sharp

eye in needle.

Insert

new needle.

 

 

Nicks or burrs on shuttle.

Replace

shuttle, or polish off

burrs completely.

 

Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate.

Replace needle plate, or polish

off burrs completely.

Breaking Bobbin Thread

Improper

bobbin case threading.

Check bobbin case threading.

 

 

Lint in bobbin case or shuttre.

Clean bobbin case and shuttle.

 

Darning

prate in place.

Remove darning plate.

 

Fabric not Moving

Stitch

Length set at O.

Adjust

Stitch Length Control.

 

 

Thread knotted

under fabric.

Place both threads back under presser foot before beginning

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to stitch.

 

Machine Jamming Knocking Noise

Thread caught in shuttle.

Disassemble and clean shuttle.

 

Lint in bobbin case or shuttle.

Clean bobbin case and shuttle.

 

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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 RightStitchSelector Stitch SelectorModel 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 With Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlatePresser foot Stretch 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 plateOver-oil Snap the levers back into the original position AssemblyShuttle and shuttle race. Do not Remove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration Oiling the MachineLeft side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back Parts List 131415Arm cover plate Problems chartStorage box 9I090-DAY This warranty gives youFor 25 years from Date Sears Canada INC., TORONTO, ONT M5B 2B8

385. 12712, 385. 12714, 385. 12710, 385. 12708 specifications

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