Set Up the Machine

SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power

Plug

connector / Machine plug

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NOTE: Before inserting the plug into your

machine, be sure the power sw_tch _s

OFF

1.Check your outlet to be sure it is a110to120 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 __

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

SAFETY FEATURE:

Your machme will not operate unless the

tight/power switch _s turned on, If you are

interrupted or stop sewing, turn off the

light/power switch to prevent injury to children.

= Foot Control Use

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Foot control

The foot control regulates the speed at which you sew.

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

To decrease speed, release your foot pres- sure slightly.

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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Sears 385. 11607 owner manual Set Up the Machine, Prepare the Machine for Sewing

385. 11607 specifications

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