Kenmore 385.12614, 385.11607 owner manual Problem Probable Cause

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What to Do When (Continued)

 

PROBLEM

 

 

PROBABLE

CAUSE

 

 

 

Incorrect

size

needle.

 

 

 

 

Improper

threading.

 

 

 

 

 

Loose

upper

thread

tension.

 

Irregular

Stitches

Pulling

 

fabric.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loose

presser

foot.

 

 

 

 

 

Uneven

y wound

bobbin,

 

 

 

 

Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate.

 

 

Pulling

 

fabric.

 

 

 

 

 

Breaking

Needle

Incorrect

size

needle.

 

 

Incorrect

setting

of

needle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loose

presser

foot.

 

 

 

 

 

Upper and lower threads not drawn back

Bunching

of Thread

under

presser

foot

 

before

starting

seam.

 

 

Incorrect

thread

tension(s).

 

 

 

Using

two different

sizes

or kinds

of thread.

Puckering

 

Bent

or

bunt

needle.

 

 

 

 

Loose

presser

foot.

 

 

 

 

 

Fabric very sheer or very soft.

 

SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART

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 for thread and fabric.

Reset needle.

Reset presser foot.

When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads under and back of presser foot about 4" and hold until a few stitchs are formed.

Reset thread tension(s).

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 Sewing Machine SEARS, Roebuck and CO Kenmore Sewing MachineThis Model Isacenter NEEDLE, LOW BAR Sewing Machine Important Safety Instructions Table Ofcontents Portable Case or Cabinet is Available Locate and Identify the PartsKnow the Machine Accessories Section Knowthe MachineIdentify = Foot Control Use Set Up the MachinePlug in the Machine and Switch on the Power Prepare the Machine for SewingAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Section Prepare Machine for Sewing Set Up Machine Choose Needle and ThreadFabric, Needle, Thread and titch Length Chart To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Machine Wind the Bobbin Prepare the BobbinWinding = Wind the BobbinThread the Needle Prepare the Top ThreadPick Up the Bobbin Thread Adjust the Top Thread Tension Reverse Stitch Control Top tensionToo Loose Section Prepare the Machine For Sewing Stitch Length Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance Model 12614 onlyStarting To Sew Section Learn the Stitches Straight= Straight Stitch Use the Seam Guides Topstitching To Sew Cording Invisible Zipper and CordingDarning = Use the Darning PlateZigzag Stitches Basic ZigzagModel HeresHow Zigzag Stitches Sew a Button = Overcasting Stitch Control 1 to Set the MachineBlind Hemming Shell Stitching Box Stitching Set the MachineVlodel Rick-Rack Stretch Model 12614 only Stretch Stitches Model 12614 onlyOvercast Stretch Stitching Model 12614 only Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitching Set the Machine Blue zone === Sliding buttonhole foot ButtonholesLearn the Stitches Performance Problems Chart What to Do WhenCorrection Problem Probable Cause Replacing CleaningClean the Feed Dogs Section Care for MachineCare for the Machine Oiling the Machine 3 45 131415 222324 Parts ListIndex Needle clamp Screw Plate Needle, thread Fabric chartWarranty Full 25-YEAR Warranty On Sewing Machine HeadFull TWO Year Warranty Electrical Equipment Sewing Machine Sewing Machine

385.11607, 385.12614 specifications

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