Kenmore 10101, 11101, 12551, 12621, 14401, 14501, 14502, 14571, 14572 Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Dear Homemaker,

CONGRATULATIONS !

You have just invested in a very fine zigzag sewing machine.

Here are just some of its special features:

*Full rotary shuttle with slanted bobbin -- quiet and smooth

running, easy access to bobbin, best stitching performance

and easy maintenance with one-touch retainer system.

*Ultra-stitch- helps make uniform stretch stitches and

buttonholes every time. The machine automatically adjusts

the stitch thickness on forward and reverse stitches so you

have fewer adjustments to make when sewing.

Sew-by-color- recommended ranges of stitch length and

width indicated and color-coded with stitch patterns.

Simple and easy threading system.

To make best use of these wonderful features, please read the

instructions in this booklet before you start sewing.

It contains information on operating and caring for your machine.

You will get specific instructions on threading, tension

adjustments, cleaning, using the attachments, etc. By following

these instructions you will get the best sewing results and avoid

unnecessary service expense for conditions beyond our control.

If you need additional advice on the operation and care of your

Kenmore machine, contact your nearest Sears retail store. Please

remember to give the model number and serial number whenever

you inquire about your Kenmore machine.

HAPPY SEWING !

Kenmore Sewin 9Machine

Record in the space provided below the model number

and serial number of this appliance.

The model number and serial number are located on the

nomenclature plate, as identified on page 3 of this

booklet.

Model No. Serial No.

Retain these numbers for future reference.

THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE, LOW

BAR SEWING MACHINE.

Contents

Main Sears, Roebuck and Co. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE Locate and identify the parts on your machine "\ \ __"_'_"_ _ _ooddo., Page Locate and identify the accessories S Parts and accessories fitted on the machine 5 II I II I Optional accessories 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Set up the machine 7 Plug in the machine and switch on the power Set the foot control Put thread on the spool pin B Convert to free-arm sewing Prepare the bobbin Load Thread on the Bobbin Prepare the bobbin Load Thread on the Bobbin (Model 14501,14502, 14571, 14572 only) Remove the Bobbin Case from the Shuttle Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case Insert the bobbin Case into the Shuttle Prepare the Needle Change the needle Needle, Thread, Fabric and Stitch Length Chart 8to 10stitches perinch Prepare the Top Thread Thread the Needle D C B \ A Pick up the Bobbin Thread 2. a. Hold the top thread loosely in your left hand. 16 Check the Thread Tension Adjust the top thread tension Adjust the bobbin thread tension :lj_I Choose the Right Presser Foot Know what the presser feet will do I Change the presser foot 19 Use the Feed Cover Plate 2O Use the Double Needle* 3. LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS Stitch Selector 21 I! Stitch Length Control I Reverse Stitch Lever Seam Guide Lines 4. PRACTICE GOOD HABITS -- Before you begin to sew When you begin to sew 5. LEARN TO USE THE STITCHES I I Machine Setting Chart J.... 1j -!J -i Straight Stitches Presserfoot f Sewing a Straight Seam 26 fabric edge Top-stitching Darning Basting Gathering Attaching a zipper Cording 28 Zigzag stitches resser,oot I II l/Ill Overcasting stitch I0 Satin stitch 30 Bar tacking 2. Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches ontop of the fabric. Applique Embroidery and Monogramming Button sewing I I il I I I Three-step Zigzag gg )'L_ i f 33 'l!"il Blind Hem I 34 IlUi f --V-V .... V- Page I1_ II I Box Stitch Shell Stitch 7 It:-'_ --_ _'11 "- I // /7 # (_)It' ,,io-.i _\ I __ I __ llln:l Two typesof shell stitches are built into your machine: Stretch Stitches f rx/ Ultra Stitch _1 II Where to Use Which Stretch Stitch: A Check-Chart /VVVV VVVV 7 7 I / OVERCAST OR ELASTIC \/\/\/\/\/ OVERLOCK STRETCH \\\\\\\ Tips on Sewing Different Fabrics 40 Straight Stretch Stitch Rick-Rack Stretch Stitch 41 Smocking Stretch Stitch III Overcast Stretch Stitch Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitch Elastic Stretch Stitch Page 6. LEARNING TO SEW BUTTONHOLES -,J Tips on buttonholing For heavier weight fabrics, loosen your top thread tension slightly. Manual Method 0 | / Built-in Method -1 * Adjust the stitch width HFI i I\.!! 48 Make the Buttonhole Corded Buttonholes (a variation of the built-in buttonhole) 49 Buttonhole Attachment System 5O Set up the machine nlnn Jl! IIIIF'II_{II}iIIIltl..J..-Guide IIIllmli!.LJilII1_fI slot IllllII_i!i tlllll 11-Pien_On r Ill Make the Buttonhole [' 7. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE Chan_je the light bulb 54 Clean your machine Clean the feed dogs \ lib 55 8. CHECK CHART FOR PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS Page SEWING MACHINE SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.