Kenmore 1240 manual

Kenmope INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 1230/1240/1250 - ZIG o ZAG SEWING MACHINE t ! I #52917[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS Section ] Knowing Your Sewing Machine Identifying Parts ........................................... 2, 3 Installing and Connecting Machine ..................... 4 Bobbin .................................................... 5, 6, 7 Threading-Top Thread ............. ........................ 8 Using the Controls Top Tension Control [...]

Knowing Your ewing Machine 1. Hand Hole Cover Plate 2. Seam Guide Lines 3. Presser Foot 4. Needle Clamp Screw 5. Presser Foot Screw 6. Thread Guide 7. Face Cover Thread Guide 8. Top Thread Tension Control 9. Face Cover Plate 10. Take-up Lever 11. Upper Thread Guide 12. Special Stitch Dial (Model 1250 only) 13, Stitch Width Control 14. Special Stitc[...]

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INSTALLING MACHINE O O O . Loosen the two hinge screws under holes in the rear edge of the machine bed. 2. Raise hinge pins in the cabinet cutout. 3. Slip machine head onto the pins and tighten hinge screws securely. 4. Push the speed control plug onto three-prong connector under the bed plate. Lower machine head to front cabinet flap. 5. Plug the [...]

REMOVING BOBBIN CASE FROM SHUTTLE • / iilE• • .• • .... •i•-if! ••_ • i 1. Turn hand wheel to raise needle to its highest position. Lift hand hole cover plate. 2. Pull open latch of bobbin case. 3. Pull bobbin case straight out of shuttle. To thread the bobbin case, see page 7.[...]

WINDING THE BOBBIN ••k k - k , 2. 3. 4. Release clutch by turning clutch knob toward you. Draw thread from spool through bobbin winder tension discs as shown. Pull end of thread through hole in bobbin as shown. Place bobbin onto bobbin winder shaft with end of thread coming from the top of the bobbin. Push bobbin winder latch against bobbin unt[...]

THREADING THE BOBBIN CASE o . , Insert bobbin into bobbin case making sure thread is coming from bobbin as shown. Pull thread through slot of case as shown. 3. Pull thread under tension spring. 4. Turn hand wheel to raise needle to o its highest position. Holding latch open, position case into shuttle, and release latch. Case should lock into place[...]

THREADING OF TOP THREAD Fig 1 Fig 2 _i f,,,,,_ _i_,i ¸ • Fig3 " '" "i,,,, __ y 1. Place thread on spool pin as shown, with the thread coming from the back of the spool (Fig. 1-O). Draw thread through the top thread guide(s)(Fig. 1-_or (_). 2. Holding the spool with the right hand, pull the thread through the tension discs. Th[...]

CONTROLS TOP TENSION CONTROL t _,_ _i _i __,__,_ __i., i:__ii _i!,._i _ i__!i_i_ _ _._-_!_!iii_, Probably the most important control on your machine is this one that regulates your top thread tension. It consists of discs between which the thread passes. The pressure on these discs is regulated by turning the dial. The higher the number, the tighte[...]

ADJUSTING TOP TENSIONS O Upper thread too tight Decrease Tension 0 Upper thread too loose Increase Tension[...]

ADJUSTING BOBBIN TENSIONS Bobbin tension requires adjusting less frequently than the upper thread tension. If the stitch is satisfactory but the seam is puckered, it may be necessary to loosen the tension on both the top and bottom threads. Be sure to balance them as indicated on page 10. When adjusting the tension on the bobbin case, make slight a[...]

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OTHER ADJUSTMENTS OF MACHINE IN SEWING In addition to the obvious controls of your machine there are other small regulators and controls to aid you in using your sewing machine. PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE REGULATOR Push down outer ring of presser foot pressure regulator (See above illustration). This will release pressure of presser foot. To increase pr[...]

FEED DOG CONTROL The feed dog control is located on the right front of the machine bedplate. There are a few times when you want to control the feeding of the fabric yourself. When the control is set to the left, the feed dogs drop and do not move the fabric. For most of your sewing the feed dog control is turned to "U". (Feed dog up) Fig[...]

_ i ¸ _r , SEAM GUIDES Seam guides are printed on either side of the needle plate to aid you in guiding your fabric. THE GUIDE LINE EXTENDING ABOVE THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE NEEDLE PLATE IS THE "ALL IMPORTANT" 5/8" SEAM LINE. PRESSER FOOT LEVER To aid you in the placement of heavy fabrics under the presser foot, the lever can raise foot[...]

ACCESSORIES i; i _¸ _ :_: i i¸_iiiiii;_ili;il ¸ ii J " _-,- . : I I I I I NEEDLES Us'e KENMORE needles. The size of the needle should conform with the size of the thread and both should be suitable to the fabric (See next page). Never use a bent needle or one with a blunt po!nt. Fig. 1. shows you the exact length of your needle. Be sur[...]

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Presser foot lever Presser : foot screw Presser foot PRESSER FEET The various presser feet that come with your Kenmore Sewing Machine are designed to help you to do every kind of sewing easily and perfectly. To change the presser foot: 1. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning hand wheel towards you. 2. Raise the presser bar to its hig[...]

Starting to Sew " Now that you are familiar with the controls on your machine and with the accessories provided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your new Kenmore sewing machine. Below are some good habits to follow each time you sit down to sew: . Check the needle-it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point. I[...]

GA {MENT CONSTRUCTION STITCHES STRAIGHT STITCHING (Model 1250 only) °ill :: - 24"" :::: : ..... i " F SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial- _'olll (Model 1250 only, Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the left (Model 1240) Stitch Width Control - Red Dot Stitch Length Control - 8 to 12 Straight Stitch Foo[...]

, Permanent stitching-This is the actual stitching that holds the garment together. Much of this stitching is visible on the outside of the garment and therefore must be good looking. The best length stitch to use for medium weight fabrics is 10-12 stitches per inch. This is in the middle range of the Stitch Length Control. • :' •_ _ ,!i ?[...]

ZIGZAG STITCHING (Model 1250 only) o , ..... 24 !2 8 6- F SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial ._o _/,l(Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the left(Model 1240) Stitch Width Control - 2 to 5 Stitch Length Control-Any setting except White Dot Zigzag Stitch Foot This type of stitching greatly expands the use o[...]

• _ i_ ¸ • i., : 0 (Model 1250 only) 24- 12- 8- 6- 0 (Model 1250 only) 24- 12- e- 6- STRAIGHT STRETCH STITCHING (Models 1_40, 1250) SETTINGS' Special Stitch Dial - _®J,_,l (Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator-Black mark on top (Model 1250) White circle to the 'left (Model 1240) Stitc Width Control - Red Dot Stitch Length Cont[...]

SPECIAL FINISHING STITCHES After the basic construction of your garment is finished, there are still many finishing touches to be done. To aid your completion of your garment, the Kenmore has been designed to do the following tasks that formerly had to be done by hand. O 24- 6- BLIND HEMMING (Model 1250 only) SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial - v'[...]

(Model 1250 only) o SATIN STITCHING SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial- {e ',ll(Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the left ( Model 1240) Stitch Width Control - An'y number 2 to 5 Stitch Length Control- Between 24 and white dot Satin Stitch Foot Closely spaced zigzag stitches are called satin st[...]

APPLIQUEING SETTINGS: Same as with Satin Stitching Select an applique design to be applied to your garment and baste it in place. Satin stitch around the raw edge of the applique completely covering tlie edge. You may want to do this with a contrasting color of thread or same color.[...]

BUTTONHOLING SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial - {o Iii (Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the ..--= left(Model 1240) Stitch Width Control - -_.-: Stitch Length Control- Between 24 and white dot Satin Stitch Foot Y Special St!tCh Stitch (Model 1250only} Width Length: :: Control : 1 Mark the buttonhole l[...]

::_ :' ....... .... :_::: 4. fabric Raise and presser turn foot stitch with widthneedle controlin to 5. Drop feed dogs and lower presser foot. Bartack about three stitches. See Fig. 4. Complete bartacking with needle on the left .... _ side of stitching. Point D. See Fig. 4 ..... :; Fig_=4 E : : . ° Raise presser foot and reset stitch width c[...]

BUTTON SEWING r ' r r _ i_' iii',i: _?_ ii • i :i I i '_:_/'_ SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial - _oa, l: (Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the left ( Model 1240) Feed Dog - Down Zigzag Stitch Foot . , . o . Align two holes of button with slot of presser foot and lower foot t[...]

" !i NIAXi -STITCH STRETCH STITCHING. (Model 1250 only) SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial - ,,_v_ Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top Stitch Width Control - 2 to 5 Stitch Length Control - Any setting except white dot Zigzag Stitch Foot The elastic used in lingerie, swimwear and sportswear may be sewn into place with this stitch. Simply stit[...]

, • •• • : u - : ::: L_ • . DARNING SETTINGS: Special Stitch Dial - _olII (Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the left (Model 1240) Stitch Width Control- Red Dot Feed Dog - Down No Presser Foot Remove presser foot, stretch fabric be- tween embroidery hoops with hole centered. Draw the bobbi[...]

ZIPPER APPLICATION SETTINGS:' Special Stitch Dial - _o'_t_ I, (Model 1250 only) Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top (Model 1250) Red dot to the left(Model 1240) Stitch Width Control - Red Dot Stitch Length Control - 10 to 12 Zipper Foot / Fig_ 1 REGULAR ZIPPER The foot is adjustable for use on the right or left side of the needle w[...]

GUIDANCE For Your Selection of the Best Kind of Stitch For Your Stretch Fabrics, STRAIGHT STRETCH (Models 1240, 1250) RICK-RACK STRETCH (Models 1240, 1250) FEATHER STRETCH (Model 1250) ;'VVVV MAXI STITCH STRETCH (Model 1250) USE Use on stretch knit fabrics. 'Use to repair knit ready made garments where seams need give. Use to seam areas o[...]

Nylon Tricot Terry Cloth Regular Corduroy Terry Cloth Stretch Leather Stretch knits for Swimwear and Ski wear or Girdles Straight stretch or Rick-Rack stretch. (Model 1240, 1250) Feather stretch. (Model 1250) Blind hem. (Model 1250) Sharp new needle, Size 9 or 11. Synthetic thread. Straight or simple zigzag. Straight stretch or Rick-Rack stretch. ([...]

Checking Performance Problems WHAT TO DO i i i i PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION |rregular Stitches Incorrect size needle. improper threading; Light pressure on presser foot. Loose presser foot, Unevenly wound bobbin, Nicks or burrs on shuttle, Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate, i!; _ Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric. Rethrea[...]

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE " CORRECTION Skipping: i: , SIitches Certain; knits and synthetics; Bent or blunt needle .... Incorrect :setting of needle. Tight upper thread tension: Light pressure on presser foo_. Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric. Use "Q N E_:Dt,_:,_. Insert new needle, Reset needle. Loosen upper thread tension. [...]

_, , i ¸ Caring for the Machine Fig. 1 CLEANING AND OILING Fig. 1 Cleaning the feed dogs with a brush. To insure the best possible operation of your machine, it is necessary to keep the essential parts clean at all times. Using a small brush, remove the lint that accumulates in the shuttle area and around the feed dogs. Fig. 2 Parts of the Shuttle[...]

OILING UNDER TOP COVER PLATE AND IN FACE COVER PLATE Remove the top cover plate and swing the face cover plate open to oil points indicated. To remove top cover plate, unscrew two bolts on the top cover plate and lift cover plate. OILING UNDERSIDE Tilt machine head back to oil points .indicated below.[...]

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PARTS LIST All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. or Simpsons-Sears Limited store or service center. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE INFORMATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2. 3. MODEL NUMBER shown on the nomenclature 4. plate. (See Section 1, page 3 for location.) If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your orde[...]

SEWING MACHINE Now that you have purchased your Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co. or Simpsons-Sears Limited Stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. The model number of your Sewing Machine will be shown on your n[...]