SECTION

3.

LEARN

THE STITCHES

 

Thread, Fabric, Range of the Tension and Machine Setting

 

 

 

 

Fabric

Thread

 

 

 

 

 

Standard Setting

< Application

>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Needle

Synthetic

:

No.

60_80

Needle thread

Needle thread

 

thread

Silk

:

No.

50_80

 

tension

(L)

tension

(R)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Medium

to

Upper

Buttonhole

 

twist

Upper

looper

Lower

!ooper

looper

 

 

 

Heavy

 

 

 

thread

tension

thread

tension

thread

Light weight

wool

yarn

 

 

 

Fabric

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lower

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Synthetic

:

No,

60_80

 

 

 

 

looper

Silk

:

No.

50 _ 80

 

 

 

 

thread

 

 

 

 

 

Stitch

 

3

_

4

 

length

 

 

 

 

 

Differential

 

 

 

 

Machine

feed

 

[_q

 

Setting

ratio

 

 

 

 

 

Needle

Regular

needle

plate

 

plate

_Marked

S on

reverse side)

 

Needle

HA-1

SP No. 14

Refer to page 21 for

the correct

tension

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To adjust tiqe thread

tension

balance,

set

the

tension

dials

as shown

above first,

then refer to pages

22 _ 23.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For the best result, pull the

thread chain

to

tiqe

back

lightly

at the

beginning and end of sewing,

Remove either needle

for three

thread

decorative

overedging.

 

35

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Sears 385.16631 owner manual Section Learn Stitches, Thread, Fabric, Range of the Tension and Machine Setting, Correct

385.16631 specifications

The Sears 385.16631 is a notable model in the world of electronic sewing machines. Designed to meet the needs of both beginners and experienced sewists, this machine combines user-friendly features with advanced technology.

One of the standout characteristics of the Sears 385.16631 is its versatility. With multiple built-in stitch options, it caters to a wide range of sewing projects from basic hemming to intricate quilting. The machine typically offers over 30 different stitches, including essential utility stitches, decorative stitches, and even buttonhole capabilities. This variety allows sewists to express their creativity while ensuring every project can be completed with professional results.

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