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Sears 385. 12712 Oiling the Machine, Left side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back

Models: 385. 12712 385. 12714 385. 12710 385. 12708

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SECTION 5. CARE FOR THE MACHINE

Oiling the Machine

Oil the machine in all areas shown on this page at least once a year; otherwise the machine can become sluggish or will knock loudly. frequently, oil the machine under the top cover about every three months. In case machine is not used for an extended time, oil it before sewing machine oil. One or two drops of oil is sufficient. Remove excess oil, otherwise it may stain fabric.

If you use the machine sewing. Use good quality

Kenmore sewing machine oil is available at your nearest Sears retail store.

NOTE: Unplug the machine before oiling. Remove needle and put needle bar in full down position.

e Oil behind the Face Cover Plate and under	the Arm Cover	Plate	• Oil the Underside
_	cover	plate
Facecover plate	I
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Shuttle cover

Open face cover plate and/or remove arm cover plate by loosening top screw to oil points	Open the shuttle cover by pulling down the embossed part on
in illustration.	the left side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back and
in illustration.
Use only a drop of oil; do not over-oil.	remove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration.
Use only a drop of oil; do not over-oil.

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Sears 385. 12712, 385. 12714, 385. 12710, 385. 12708 Oiling the Machine, Left side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back

Contents

SFA/RS Kenmore Sewing Machine Sears Canada INCTable Ofcontents Locate and Identify the Parts Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableFull line of sewing cabinets is available at your WhereIdentify the Accessories Light/power switch is turned on. If you are Machine, be sure the power switch isFoot Control Use Sure slightryAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Setting Spool PinsAccessory Storage Box Change the Presser Foot Set Up Machine Free-Arm Sewing the RemovableExtension Table Choose the Needle and Thread To Change the NeedleOrange Stretch fabricsPrepare the Bobbin To Removethe BobbinCasefrom the Machine Wind the Bobbin Prepare the Top Thread Thread the Needle ILuLfTo 6 inches of thread clear Top thread Back Presser foot, leavingBest tension will depend on Adjust the Top Thread TensionTop tension Too Tight Too Loose Just Right Reverse Stitch ControlStitchSelector Stitch SelectorModel Stitch Length Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceI12--3 StitchesStardng To Sew Raise the presser foot and remove the fabric Straight StitchesStraight Stitch Set the Machine Stitch selectorHeresHow Put the right sides of the fabric to Straight Stitches Sew in a Zipper Fabric PreparationSide PiercesLearnthe Stitches With Straight Stitches Usethe DarningPlatePresser foot Stretch Zigzag Stitches Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Top thread tension Satin StitchTop thread tension Stitch Applique Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selectorSewa Button Set the Machine Stitch Stitch selector Learn the STI,TCHESOvercasting Stitch Zigzag Stitches Pillows become more elegant when trimmed with laceSeam Finishing Three-step zigzag stitch is especial- ly useful forBlind Hemming Weight Fabric1/4Zigzag foot Shell Stitching Models 12712Straight Stretch Stretch StitchesRick-Rack Stretch PositionRaveling Needle, which effectively prevents skipped stitches Stretch StitchesElastic Stretch Stitch Model 12714 only Serglng or Pine Leaf Stretch StitchinFor more density, turn the dial ButtonholesFor less density, turn the dial toward Stop sewing at the left stitchAt r m Bl--r-lCut the hole OpenerSizes or kinds of thread Incorrect ThreadBent or blunt needle Fabric very sheer or very softPerformance Problems Chart Use a lint brush to clean the feed Replacing Light Bulb Cleaning the MachineUnplug Needle plateOver-oil Snap the levers back into the original position AssemblyShuttle and shuttle race. Do not Remove bottom cover. Oil points in illustration Oiling the MachineLeft side of the cover. Tilt the machine head back 131415 Parts ListStorage box Problems chartArm cover plate 9I090-DAY This warranty gives youFor 25 years from Date Sears Canada INC., TORONTO, ONT M5B 2B8