Sears 385. 12710 Foot Control Use, Machine, be sure the power switch is, Sure slightry

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Set Up the Machine

Plugin the Machineand Switch on the Power

Power supply plug

switchPower

Power _1[ supply

SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

Foot Control Use

Plug connector

Machine

plug

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NOTE: Before inserting the plug into your

machine, be sure the power switch is

OFF.

1.Check your outlet to be sure it is a 110 to 120 Volt AC outlet.

2.Insert the machine plug into the three-prong plug connector, as shown. It will only fit one

way.

3.Insert the power supply plug into the outlet.

light

Power swltch

4, Push the light and power switch to turn on the power and sewing light,

SAFETY FEATURE:

Your machine will not operate unless the

light/power switch is turned on. If you are

interrupted or stop sewing, turn off the

light/power switch to prevent injury to

children.

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Foot control

The foot control regulates the speed at which you sew.

To increase speed, gentry press down with the ball of your foot.

To decrease speed, release your foot pres-

sure slightry.

NOTE: The foot control is sensitive and

will increase or decrease your

sewing speed immediately. Practice on a scrap of fabric to regulate your sewing speed to your taste and needs.

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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