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SEARS. ROEBUCK AND CO. Dear Customer; You have just {nvested m a very fine please pause for a moment and care for your Specific instructions are g_ven on threading, the best sewing Advice on the operation the model results if you number sewing machine. read this booklet Before which using your contains new Kenmore instructions machine, on how to operate machine.
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A:Portable A full line nearest Case OtCabinet of Sears sewing retail cabinets store or is Avaiiasie is available through our : LoCate and identify the Parts at your general catalog. Another your option Kenmore , , _ buy a Carrying goes anywhere, Case , , , then can be stored any- Take-up Lever Stitch Selector Bobbin Winder Tension Disc where. Upper Thread Guide ,.. Top Thread Tension Control Stitch --__"-_ ;__ Control Stitch Control Face Cover Pla_.
Top Thread Spool Pins Cover \ Thread Clutch Knob Hand Presser Fool Guide Lever W heel Presser Foot Free Arm L_gllt and Power Sw_tet_ Nomenclature Plate Ptug Conneclor Foot Con_ro_ Thread Guide Thread Guide Needle Clamp
Identify the AcCeSsories _Bu __LLarge tonho[e opener screw driver Slrmgh_ stitch Hoot \.
Set Up the Machine = Plug in the Machine and Switch o Foot Control Use on the Power f- Power supply plug swRch \ supply , Foot control Machine socket 4. Push the light on the power Machfne plug NOTE: Before insarUng machine, be SAFETY the sure plug the into power Your your switch is OFF, I. Check Volt 2. your outlet to be sure st Is a 110 to 120 AC outlet.
set Upthe Macine (Continued) Setting Spool Pins Adjust Spool Spool Pins are packed Screw with thread spool pin _n accessory pins in place box. securely a screw driver. Position spool pin felts as shown _n illustra- The Presser your presser foot. You can raise Lt about removal Foot of the For winding the bobbin is threaded, you can use an extra unthreading while your the macine. machine spool pm Lever presser place heavy fabrics tion.
• Free-Arm To remove : To Remove Sewing: the Removable the Extension Table 1. Grzp the table with your 2, Pull gent_y to the left. Extension (for free-arm index finger Table sewing) and thumb, The extension table wilt snap out, To Attach: To Attach the Extension Table (for fiat-bed 1. Insert the tab and the pm into their 2, With your thumb and index finger, as shown. sewing) catches, gently snap m.
: setl Up the MaChine (Continued}: .... = Free-Arm Your sewing This feature Sewing (Continued) machine can do free arm sewing. makes sewing easy for: bar tacking to reinforce pockets. belt toops and waistline on ready- made or avoid fabric needle. homemade bunching garments to around the * stitching sleeves, legs, or any circutar waistbands, garment pant area. * darning socks elbows, or areas ren's clothes.
ThePresser feetarean_mportant feature ofth_smachine. Youneedtoknowwhateach footdoesinorderto use a Change the Presser Foot Use the you w_sh Stitch correct to sew. Chart detailed presser on foot for Consult pages directions various o the 23 for tile _ Types Foot Strmght and with Foot the the presser feet. Zigzag Use this stitching.
Know What the Presser Feet Will:Do (Continued) o Presser Foot Types (Continued) Buttonhole f Guide Foot Zipper Bu;_onho_e guide Satin Foot to measure Uses: for your Buttonhole buttonholes, buttonholes making Foot foot Zipper Use thts foot Stitch it is marked accurately, (see p. 39} This foot your zipper, zipper Uses: toot can be set to sew on each side of The edges of the foot guide the and keep the seam straight, Zipper application (see p.
Choose Your Needle and Thread o Check choice in your of needle and thread needle case, you will find depends on the fabric the following Blue (1 1 ) ........... for stretch Orange for lightweight (11 ) ....... Red (14) Purple ............ (16} Look for 2. A damaged needle and silk-like fabrics. Green (18) ....... for Replacement Kenmore needles buy a good quality thread. and consistent in th=ckness.
Choose :Your Needle and Thread (Continued) Fabric, Needle. Thread and Stitch FABRIC Lightwe=ght: Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon, Silks, Fine Lace, Organza, Crepe_ Taffeta, Voile, Organdy Medium Weight: Cotton, Cotton Blends, Percale. Gingham, Shantung, Pique, Seersucker, Satin. Knits, Vinyl Suitmgs, Linen, Wool Crepe. Leather Medium Heavy Weight: Corduroy, Denim, Wool, Sailcloth, Woo! Flannel, Gabardine. Velvets, Leather Heavv Weight: Coatfngs. Upholstery Cotton Duck, Heavv Twills. Canvas Decorative top.
Prepare the Bobbin o To Remove the Bobbin Case from the Nlachine o Wind the Bobbin Release Remove the the machine left. Open purling extension by the down table pulling from it shuttle to the cover by the embossed part on To remove tle, pull Pull bobb+n open bobbin case from shut- latch of bobbin case. case straight out clutch ctutch knob toward you, mmde by turning the the hand wheet of shuttle. the left rode of the cover.
......... i¸¸ iiiii!! iiiii: i d¸ii Prepare the Bobbin :(Continued) = Wind the Bobbin (Continued) f j / 7 Draw winder thread tension from spool through disc as shown. bobbin Putl bobbin end of thread as shown, through hole in Place bobbin spindle with the top winder Holding chine. snip off 14 of shaft onto When onto bobbin end of thread the bobbin. to the right end coming Push end of thread. from bobbin until of thread, bobbin winder it dicks.
= insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case \ Place making wise bobbin bobbin _n bobbin sure thread and Js case feeds clock- coming from Pull thread as shown, through slot of case Pull thread spring and through as shown above, under tension the opening Holding case into latch open. shuttle and positlon release Case should when latch loci< into place is released, latch. as shown.
Prepare Your Top Thread € Thread Your Needle @ The numbered Dotted steps below lines show follow places where the numbers the thread loops on the illustrations. and then is pulled tight, 2, While holding spool, threading you thread draw channel making _s pulled near thread sure the firmly into toward thread between the tension discs, Raise thread hand wheel on spool the spool. 16 take-up toward lever you.
i¸i¸i i!ii!!i¸ii iiiii i i ii i!iii i!il! = _EFo1R SE Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread \ ® Raise presser foot lever, Hold needle thread loosely in left hand handwhee! toward you and rotate one compJete If you cannot 5, Draw thread down and Into th read gu ida. 6. Pull the thread _t through 7. Thread 8. Thread NOTE: the thread then bar thread to the left and slip You front want end of the thread scissors for bobbin thread up by pulling top thread.
Adjust the Top Thread Tension i Choose Top side of fabric the Correct The best tension Setting mark Tension: will depend on; the stiffness and thickness the number of fabric the type of the fabric layers of stitch f Loose__ The top thread _s too _oose. The top thread is too tight Tighten thread Top side of fabric For Straight The ideal fabric, if you Stitch straight as shown look gaps. that stitch above, at the each stitch When adjusting thread.
For Zigzag Stitch In the correct zigzag stitch, fabric and the top the correct threads appearance, the bobbin will To threads show slighttv match thts witl not show on the under appearance, on top of the side, See below adjust your top for thread tension, Too Tight Top Side of Fabr{e Too Under Loose Just Side of Fabric Under R ight Side of Fabric Too Tight; Too Loose: Just Right: -- The poants or the zlgzag will pull together on top of the stitch, -- The top
Stitch Selector IVlode___l 12741 Model Se_[mg mark The rick The different Stretch NOTE: 20 types Stitches not of stitches Zigzag and Utility Buttonhole Model Setting mark stitch selector control rack stretch stitches. Straight, 12641 onty determines are designated Stitches the statch you 12541 Setting rnarkx.Nk select, but also regulates the stitch width for regular by cotor. are orange. are gold. Settings To avoid are biue.
Stitch The length stitch Length Controt 8 12240 i i length of the The htgher 6 control regulates Adjusting Balance the stitch. the number, stitch. 0 means no feed. the shorter the Stretch Stitch in stretch stitch sewing, Stitch Length Control should be tn the detent position between S and L ( v position) for most materials. Depending upon the type of fabnc used, you may need to adiust th_s control to match forward stttches of stretch sewing with reverse motion stitches.
Starting Now To Sew that Kenmore 1. you are familiar sewing Inspect afraid with machine, the needle. to change the Below It should your controls on your are some good be straight, needle frequently, machine habits properly Many and with to foNow the accessories each time you sit down set and sharp of the new fabrics on the point.
Stitch STRAIGHT STRAIGHT STRETCH Stitch Selecto r (_ Foot Straight Zigzag Straight Zigzag IH Other Attach. Needle Thread Tens=on Stttch Length Darmng plate Check Chart on p. 12 2 _ 6 6 _ 12 Regular mvmible Check Chart on p. !22 2~6 Sv Use on kn_ts and other for topst_tchmg, 2-5 ZIGZAG Zigzag Check Chert on p. 12 RICK-RACK STRETCH Zigzag Check Chart on p.
Practical Stitch Chart (Continued) Stitch Stitch Selector SMOCKING STITCH Foot Zigzag BLIND HEM STITCH Zigzag Other Attach. Needle Check Chart on p. 12 Cheek Chart Thread Tens=on 1 _ 4 Stitch Length S Uses V L Use m smocking Refer or as e decorat=ee stitch, to Page 43 , l_4 8 ~ 24 Use for woven overcasting, Check Chart on p. 12 _4 8 _ 24 Wide bIind Lace work linens. Check Chart on p.
Practical Stitch Chart (Continued) Stitch Selector Stitch SATIN STITCH Foot Other Attach. Satin Needle Check Chart Thread Tensmn 1_4 Stitch Length Blue Uses Zone on p. 1_22 SHELL STITCH (Models1241and 12642) Zigzag Check Chart on p. 1_22 3~9 I2 _ 24 Zigzag Blue (11 onp.
Straight Stitches Straight Stitch Use the Seam Guides Set the Machine St Itch sr_lector U Cornering Stitch length control 6 to 12 Top thread tension control 2 to 6 The Before /S_ foot, sewing with set to the center I. 2. Straight toot Zigzag toot the straight be sure the stitch stitch selector dial 7. is the needle its Place to 9.
a Use the Darning Plate Top stitch i ng Left Needle Position f Set tile Machine Stitch selector Sometimes when to controt the fabric The Darning so that they you Plate you want Stitch fength con_.ro{ 6to t2 Vouself. covers the feed dogs do not touch To Put on the Darning NOTE: sew, O Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Stitch Setector Here's How ,"./- the fabric. Before Plate: foot.
Darning Straight Stretch Set the Machine Stitch Top thread tension control 1 to 4 Set the Machine selector Stltc_ Stitch length Any number {not necessary tO adiust) Stitch Here's How 1. No presser Put control the darmng plate over the needle (eng th tension 2 [o 6 _j_m_/.._L_ plate (see p. 27), tOO[ Darning thread Top selector pJate 2. 3, 4, Remove presser foot, embroidery hoops Draw the bobbin fabric by holding one stitch start darntng.
Zigzag Stitches Basic Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch setector Stitch length 6 to 24 Top thread tension control 2 to 5 Here's How There are many Consult Zigzag foot Satin the specific Stitch AppLique The Stitch The zigzag common your for and its Uses stitch sewmg the It can be a utilitv buttons, buttonholes, overcasting, ing, it with trims, can mending a_so be used appliques or as a decorative Adiust of the stitch p. 32, p. 33, p. 34. on stitch hem- and to p. 31.
SECTION = Satin N THE STITC Stitch Zigzag width f Set the Machine length : Stitch 24 selector [ Top 12 thread control Stitch length Blue zone tension I to 4 The Stitch and Its Uses The Satin stitch used decorative is a versatile stitch, and often but it can also be used to overcast a raw edge (for ex- ample, linens, bJankets, tablecloths and napkins). The Satin in applique.
Zigzag Stitches (Continued) = Applique = Set the Machine Bar Tacking / Set the Machine Stitch selector ! Stitch Top threadtension Stitch selector length Stitch Biue Zonec_=:tto 2_ Top thread tension control CoP, tFOI 1 to 4 _.J_ _°_ Baste {or Ioiner) appiique Stitch sure Sattr_ sUtch toot fuse around the with _romon pieces on the needle atong fabric This stitch is stmilar satin stitch and making points of pockets and straps on lingerie.
Zigzag Stitches (Continued) o Monogramming o Set the Math+he St+tch Embroidery Set the Machine selector ! Top thread tecs_on ¢ontro_ ] to 4 Top thread tens+on contro+ + to 4 Stitch length 0 to 24 ! Stitch lenglh Any number (not necessary toadiust) Here's How I Here's How Sa_+n stitch 1. Set the same as satin 2. Back the fabric stitch, with paper or No presser toot interfacing. foot 3, Draw with 4. the demgn tailor's on to the fabr+c Darmng C plate 1.
o Sewa Button Set the Machine St _[chselector I "Top thread tension control I [o 4 Stitch length Any number _,oadiusd (not necessary Z_gzag foot "i__ Use the darning plate for button sewing (see p, 27), To 1, Set the pattern selector threads 2. Align holes of the button the both hote of the button Darning plate 3. 4. 5. iust below Lower the comes iust above the right Sew about Set the thread.
Zigzag Stitches = Overcasting (Continued) Stitch o Rick-Rack Set the M_chme Stretch Set the Machine Stitch selector I Stitch setector Stitch leoglh Top thread tension controt ! to 4 Zigzag 12 to 24 Top thread tension ._ @ foot Helpful Start raw right up Hints This and Its Uses zigzag garment variation ]s very construction raw edges of any sewing 34 and useful _n finishing proiect. in The Stitch overcasting corner about of your 1/8" the inside the seam.
Zigzag Stitches (Continued) Mending Set the Machine Stitch Stitch Top thread selector length Blue ZoneC::tto tension 24 control 1 to 4 Seam Finishing Place the so that the right Mending fabric under the edge wilt hand the presser be slightly foot inside Position that the tear under the stitching wil[ the catch needle both so sides.
: i!iiiil iii! ii! !i i i i ! ii i Overcast Stretch Stitching Serging Setthe Machine or Pine Leaf Stretch Stitchim (Models 12741 and 12641 ) Set the Machine Sl=tCh selector St}tct_ control 1 to 4 Stitch Iength _L length ...._._.4_ Top _flreed tension control 1 to 4 -,, Here's How Place the the LEFT Stitch Zigzag loot Here's How raw edge of of the needle so the needle lust short seam. then fabric fabric thin to Place the fabric foot so that the as shown.
Blind Hemming Set the Machine Stitch selector L_ght Weight Fabric Top thread control tension 1 to 4 1/8"to 114" Stitch length Heavv Weight Fabric There are two blind wider and will "give" 1. Finish 2. Measure, NOTE: Set the Machine 3. St=rob selector 4. _ {Stretch} 5. the hem) Stitch machine. (under under hemming, The stretch blind hem is used for woven fabrics. The stretch blind hem is fabrics. hem any way you desire.
;ECTION LaceWork Set the Machina Stitch Top thread tension controt I to 4 selector Stitch length 24 Zigzag foot Lace to a fanciful, and femtnine lingerte. and pillows become when trimmed with Turn raw edge of 1/2". Place stitch using stretch Trim 38 adds blouses more linens elegant ]ace. fabric under lace underneath excess fabric touch Table blind at least and hem stitch.
Buttonholes Set the Machine Shtch ,D selector 1 2 _4" 4 Stitch tength Blue Zone G:::/ 0 Top thread tension controt ] to 5 1. a. Carefulfy b. Change foot. c, insert £_%ttonhole mark length on your foot guide foot to the the buttonhole 2. a. Move garment, buttonhole the so that slider guide with ing running garment the under buttonhole toward you, foot the (A) Depending own upon the markings with the top may alter density in 1. For less toward 2.
Buttonholes (Continued) 4, a. Set the stitch selector at _"_14 b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. c, Stop sewing at the rtght stitch. 5, a, Set the stitch b, Sew until you the buttonhole. c. Stop sewing 4O selector reach at the at the right [_L back of 6. a. Set the stitch selector at=_. 7.
Sew in a Zipper: Set the Machme St=tch selector Zipper ot Top thread tenstot_ control 3 tO 6 tape openmg Stitch length 12 Top edge of fabric Fabric Put the top and To Sew: Preparation: sew opemng, sides of the fabric to the end Use the of reverse the together 1. 2, stitches. Sew length at "3", back Turn the left seam allowance zipper at "6" opening and top wroth stitch thread tension 3.
Sew in a Zipper (Continued) J 8. 9, Open the zipper. Lower the presser 10, foot and stitch Close the fabric top zipper and turn the I1, side up. the rest of the seam. 12. To sew the right side of the needle. Stitch across AND CORDING guide INVISIBLE ZIPPER CORDING Foot can also be used to make cording for slip* covers etc, Cover a cord with 8 strip of b_as fabric and sew as shown. NOTE'.
Shell Stitch ing (M odels 12741 and ;12641) Set the Machine Set the Machine Stitch selector 1 Stitch selector 0 ! Strtch length t 2 to 24 Top thread tension control Top Here's How 3 to 9 1. thread control ter_sJon Stitch length I to 4 For best effect---set the stitch length as you desire, --you Zigzag may need to tighten foot top thread --allow tension the needle clear the fotded fabric 2, The Stitch blind rows of tucks.
Elastic Stretch Stitch (Model 12741 only) Box Stitching eon[roI thread ten_;_on S[_[eh 12741 only) Set the Machine Set the Machine Top (Model Too length thread control i [0 4 Stitch selec[or Stitch length tension! 1 to 4 Use this stitch to [am heavy weight interlining. Zigzag foot Zigzag Choose tf_ls stitch to attach elastic to garments. 1. 2.
What to Do When PROBLEM i i PROBABLE Incorrect irregular Stitches Needle CORRECTION size needle. Choose correct size needle for thread Rethread machine. Improper threading. Loose upper thread tension. Pulling fabric. Loose presser foot. Unevenly wound bobbin, Nicks Breaking CAUSE or burrs Tighten at hole of needle plate. Pulling fabric. Incorrect size needle. Puckering of Thread Upper and lower under presser foot threads before thread Replace tension. guide it gently.
What to Do When (Continued) PROBLEM Skipping PROBABLE Stitches Breaking Upper Thread Fabric Machine 46 Bobbin not Thread Mowng Jamming Knocking Noise ! CORRECTION Incorrect s_ze needle. Certain knits and synthetics. Bent or blunt needle, Incorrect setting of needle, Tight upper thread tension. Choose correct size needle for thread Use "Q NEEDLE'/., insert new needle, Reset needle. Loosen upper thread tension. Starting to stitch too fast. Improper threading. Tight upper thread tension.
Replace the Light Bulb Cleaning the Machine To insure that your machine The feed dogs and shuttle operates at its best, VOU need to keep the essential race areas can attract dust and lint. Your machine parts clean at all times. can become sluggfsh or knock loudly if a thread Is caught. Check and clean those areas about If you sew frequently, NOTE: i Unplug machine befor every three months under normal use. often. cleaning. t o 1.
= Clean the Shuttle Race This about area must every be kept three Center free of dust, lint and occasional tangied thread, Ctean the shuttle race area months, pm of the shuttle Shut[la dr_ver Lever Shu[tie Lever_ Shuttle v Race r (Oil case Shuttle Cover ._re) Race J To Ctean the Shuttle 1. 2. Raise the needle point and remove Push shuttle shuttle 3. Area: Clean race To Replace bar to its the bobbin levers h_ghest aside. shuttle race with out.
!:: : =: ..... .... Oilingthe Machine Oil the machine m all areas shown use the machine before sewing. Kenmore Unplug Oil behind face Use only oil Use good quality sewing NOTE: Open frequently, machine on the next the machine sewing machine oil _savailable at vour the machine before two under oil. cover plate and oil points do not over-oil. the top cover One or two nearest about drops every three the machine months, of oil ts sufficient.
Oil the Underside !i,lili_ ii!i _I!_'I! !i° _! i_i i_ii_ !_i,i _i_i_'! _, _ t t \ Oit the underside Tilt machine To remove 5O at least once a year. head back and remove bottom covers, remove bottom screws covers. (A), Oil points indicated (B) and (C) as shown. on underside of machine.
PARTS LIST All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co, store or serv{ce center. 1 2 6 WHEN ORDERING INFORMATION: REPAIR PARTS, 1. PART NUMBER 3. MODEL NUMBER ALWAYS 7 3 14 16 !5 21 10 9 17 22 23 12 tl 18 13 19 t 2 3 4 5 6 7 20 7 8 9 10 !1 t2 t3 14 t5 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 FOLLOWING your order wilt be electronically Center for expedited handling. Part No.
INDEX H A Appliqueing ................... 25, 31 S Hand wheel ....................... B I Bar tacking ................. 23, 31 Base .......................... 2 Basic zigzag ................ 21.29 Blind hemming ................. 24, 37 Bobbin ................ 4, 13_15, 51 Bobbin case ............... t3. 15,48, 51 Bobbin thread ................ 17_18 Bobbin winding ............ !3_14 Box stitching ..................... 25, 44 Buttonhole ................ 24, 39_40 Buttonhole guide foot , , .
WARRANTY FULL For {)_ 25-YEAR WARRANTY 25 years from in the mechanical ON SEWING the date of purchase, components MACHINE Sears wi!l. of the sewing HEAD free of charge, machine repair defects in mater_al or workmanship which appear head.
SEWING Now that MACHINE you on service, have purchased simply contact your your Kenmore nearest Sewing Sears Service Machine, Center. should a need ever exist for repair Be sure to provide all pertinent facts parts when you call or visit. The model your number Sewing of your Machine.
