CARING FOR YOUR MACHINE
PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS? THIS CHART MAY SOLVE THEM
Your Kenmore sewing machine =sa precision instrument, designed to give you
many years of troublefree sewing
stitch, . adjusting for an unusual fabric., , learning when to replace a needle or use a different thread. So if trouble occurs, don't panic. •
First, check to see if machine is plugged into the electrical outlet, (Remember, for safety's sake, you always should unplug your machine when not in use!)
Second, check the list below. Often you'll be able to solve the problem yourself without a service call.
Then if you still need help, it's available.., call your nearest Sears Serv,ce Center.
SUSPECTED PROBLEM
IRREGULAR
STITCHES
BREAKING
"NEEDLE
i i
BUNCHING OF
THREAD
PROBABLE CAUSE
incorrect size needle,
Improper threading,
Loose upper thread tension. Pulling fabric,
Light pressure on presser foot, Loose presser foot.
Unevenly wound bobbin.
Nicks or burrs at needleplate opening.
Pulling fabric.
Incorrect size needle.
Incorrect setting of needle.
Loose presser foot.
Upper and lower threads not drawn back under presser foot before starting seam.
POSSIBLY EASY CORRECTION
Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric.
Rethread machine; check tension spring threading. Tighten upper thread tension.
Do not pull fabric; guide it gently, Increase pressure on presser foot.
Reset presser foot. Rewind bobbin,
Replace needleplate, 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 stitches are formed. | 40 |
