Sears 385.17724 инструкция обслуживания

OWN ER'SMANUAL SEWING MACHINE MODEL _385. _17724_ _O[...]

IMPORTANT SAFETY nNSTRUCTIONS Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use. Read all instruction before using this sewing machine. DAN G E _- To reduce the risk of electric shock: t. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using a[...]

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. Dear Customer: You have just invested in a very fine zigzag sewing machine. Before using your new Kenmore machine, please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructions on how to operate and care for your machine. Specific instructions are given on threading, tenston adjustments, cleaning, oili[...]

SECTION SECTION SECTI ON TABLE 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE A Portable case or Cabinet is Available ............... 2 Locate and Identify the parts ................ 2_'3 identify the Accessories ...................... 4 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Set Up the Machine ......................... 5_9 e Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power ...[...]

_L{!!A role ei_J ,!,Ro_ta :Gase:_:gr_,_Cabmet';tsAva=labl A full line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our general catalog, Another option _ . _ buy a Carrying Case _ , . then your Kenmore goes anywhere, can be stored any- where. k. (- i ,J Upper Thread Guide Take-up Lever Top Thread Tension Control[...]

Arm Cover Pla_,e Hand Wheel Push-Pull CIu[ch Sti[ch Selector Stretcll S_tch Adiuster _ Light and Power Sw_[ct_ , _/ / Plug Con nector Carrytng Handfe Presser Free Arm Nomenclature Plate Presser Foot Thumb Screw Foot Foot Control Snap-on Button Thread Guide Needle Clamp 3[...]

f Bobbin Buttonhole opener Needle set Lint brush Darning plate Large screw driver Small screw dr_ver Y Spoo{ pin felt Zipper toot Straight stHch |oot Siiding buttonhole toot Satin stitch toot Buttonhole guide plate Base plate Buttonhole templates _ Buttonhole toot 4[...]

o Plug m the Machine and Switch on the Power f Power suppty plug Power switch NOTE. Plug connector Machine plug Before inserting the plug into your machine, be sure the power sw_tch ts OFF. 1. Check your outlet to be sureitls a 110to t20 Vott AC outlet. 2. insert the machine plug into the three-prong outlet, as shown, ft will only fit one way. 3. I[...]

o Set the Pressure Dial The pressure control dial is located }nside the face cover plate, Set the dial aligning the setting mark on the dial with the groove as follows. 3 ..... most sew}ng 2 ..... applique and Cut-Out work t ..... basting,'sewing chiffon, lace, organdy and other lightweight fabrics. Also for velours and knits iwJth more stretc[...]

o Setting Spool Pins (.- .... Spool pin tel_._ , -- Spoo_ p_n .... I The spool pins are used for holding the spools of thread m order to feed thread to the machine, To use, putl up the spool pins. Place the spool felt on the pros, Push down for storage, a F Adjust the Presser Foot Lever Normat up pl_stllOn The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers y[...]

Accessory Storage Box The lid of the accessory storage box lifts open toward you, Sewing accessories are conveniently tocated tn the box. o Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table To remove: To Remove the Extension Table (for free-arm sewing) 1. Grip the table wtth your index finger and thumb, as shown. 2. Pull gently toward you_ The ext[...]

* Stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant _egs0 or any circular garment area. * Darning socks or mending knees, elbows, or areas of wear in children's clothes. * Sewing buttons on sleeves, waistbands, etc.[...]

Check Your Presser Foot The Presser feet are an important feature of this machine, You need to know what each foot does in order to use them effectively. Your presser foot is held in place by a Foot Holder. Each presser foot merely snaps on the foot holder, which is seldom removed. If you need to remove or attach the foot holder, here is what you d[...]

e Presser Foot Types Zigzag Foot f Straight Foot f To Snap On f Gr°°ve _ P_ To Snap On the Presser Foot: 1. Place the presser foot so the hori- zontal pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder. 2. Lower the presser foot holder to lock the presser foot in place. NOTE: If you do not hear the presser foot snap in place, press dow[...]

o Presser Foot Types (Continued) Sliding Buttonhole Foot Slid ing bu ttonhoie foot Use this foot for buttonholes of built in system, it is marked to measure your buttonholes accurately. Uses: Buttonhole making (see page 42). Zipper Foot E: Zipper foot This foot can be set to sew on each side of your zipper. The edges of the foot guide the zipper an[...]

o Presser Foot Types (Continued) Buttonhole Foot t3uttonholo toot Use this footwhen making buttonholes with buttonhole attachment system. Uses: But_onhote making (see page 44) Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing. In your needle case, you will find the following color-coded needles: Blue (1]) ............ for stretc[...]

Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart FABRIC Lightweight: Batiste, Dimity, Chiffon, Silks, Fine Lace, Organza, Crepe, Taffeta, Voile, Organdy Medium Weight: Cotton, Cotton 8tends, Percale, Gingham, Shantung, Piclue_ Seersucker, Satin, Knits, Vinyl Suntmgs, Linen, Woof Crepe, Leather Medium Heavy Weight: Corduroy, Denim, Wool, Sailcloth, Wo[...]

' o To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine f 1. 2. 3. Gently push down on the bobbin cover plate and slide _t towards you. Set astde. Lift out the bobbin, as shown. NOTE: The bobbin winder stopper can be adjusted for the amount of thread needed on the bobbin (example 1/ 2 full or full etc.). To make the adjustment use your large screw driver an[...]

Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder Q ............. J 1. Put the bobbin into the bobbin holder so that the thread feeds counter-cJockwJse lleft). ® 2. Pull about 4 inches of thread toward you through the tension slot @ ,. ® 3. Then puft the thread clockwise toward the back of the machine through the slot _ - ® 4. J Slide the bobbin cover pl[...]

The numbered steps above follow the numbers on the illustrations. Dotted Lines show places where the thread loops and then is pulled tight+ 2. While holding thread near spool, draw thread down into the tension check spring hotder. 3. Firmly draw thread up and through take-up lever from right to left. 4. Draw thread down and slip it through the thre[...]

1. Raise presser foot lever. Hold 2. Bring bobbin thread up by pulling needle thread loosely in left hand top thread.. and rotate handwheel toward you one complete turn. K 3. Pull both threads under and to the back of the presser foot, leaving 4 to 6 inches of thread clear. 18[...]

Adjust the Top Thread Tension Top s_de of fabric Top. thread J 2 Se[t_ng mark L°°sen _/_ _ Tighten For Straight Stitch The ideal straight stttch wilt have threads locked between the two layers of fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail. If you look at the stitch, front and back, you wilt notice that there are no gaps, that each stitch _s[...]

For Zigzag Stitch In the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See below for the correct appearance. To match th_s appearance, adjust your top tension. Top tension Top tension Too Tight Too Loose Top side ot Fabric Top s_de of Fabric 1 t i!: Botto[...]

Width 1234 The stitch width control regulates the width of the stitch you select. The higher the number, the wider the stitch. Stretch Length tttct_ .............. J The stitch length control regulates the length of stitch, and also has a stretch stitches setting. The higher the number, the longer the stitch. 0 means no feed. To select Stretch Stit[...]

Reverse To reverse stitch, hold down this con- trol during sewing, Release to sew forward again. 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 fo!low each time you sit down to sew: 1, Ins[...]

;_ Practical Stitch Chart ! Stitch .... I STRAIGHT I t I t t t | I STRAIGHT STRETCH ZIGZAG RICK-RACK STRETCH BLIND HEM STITCH Stitch Thread Stitch Stitch Selection Needle Tension Length Width Referto Page Check 2 _ 6 Orange 0 28 _ 30, Zone 48 _ 49 i I I I III III IU III Foot and Other Attach. S_ra_gh_ % Darn mg Zipper plate foot Straight % Zigzag Z[...]

24 Stitch Stitch Stitch SoIection Needle Width Refer to Page 3 ~ 5 38 OVERCAST STRETCH = THREE-STEP ZIGZAG SMOCKING STITCH J_4 SHELL STITCH SERGING ,€ tk | Foot and Other Attach. l t Zigzag % Zigzag % Zigzag % Satin % Zigzag % Check Chart on p. 14 Check Chart on p. 14 Check Chart on p. 14 Check Chart on 13,.14 Blue 111) on p. 14 Thread Stitch Ten[...]

Stitch BOX STITCHING ELASTIC STR ETCH < < < FAGOTING STRETCH PATCHING < < t, ,, TWO-POINT SHELL STITCHING L> ¢ Stitch Stitch Stitch Salect_on Foot and Other Attach. Needte Length Width I > i > Zigzag % Zigzag % Zigzag % Zigzag < < < Zigzag Thread Tension Check 3 _ 8 Chart onp. 14 Check 3 _ 6 Chart on p, t4 Check 3 [...]

Stitch Stitch Thread Stitch Stitch Selection Needle Tension Length W_dth Uses Refer to Page HERRING BONE Check 2 _ 6 Yellow 3 _ 5 Use as hemming stitch tot blankets, table- 52 STRETCH TWO-POINT BOX STITCH L_ E r OVEREDGE STITCH DECORATIVE GEOMETRICS SATIN STITCH C_ ! Foot and Other Attach, Zigzag % Zigzag % Zigzag Satin Sattn Chart on p. 1_44 Check[...]

Stitch Thread Stitch Stitch Uses Refer to Page Stitch Selection Foot and Other Attach. Needle Tension Length Width Sliding 2 _ 6 Blue Zone 3 _ 5 Buttonholes: also corded buttonholes. 42 _ 43 buttonhole (Blue Zone) BUTTONHOLE D , Buttonhole Check Chart on p, 1_44 Check Chart on p. I! 2~6 Raund-end buttonholes and keyhole buttonholes. 44 ~ 47 27[...]

= Straight Stitch Set the Machine Stitch width control 0 Top thread tension controi 2 to 6 H: Straight foot Stitch length controt orange zone Strelch Stltch NOTE; Best sewing results are obtained with the straight stitch foot, but the z_gzag foot will also provide acceptable resutts. 28 Before sewing with the straight stitch foot, always set the st[...]

= Use the Darning Plate f Darning prate Sometimes when you sew, you want to control the fabric yourself. The Darning Plate covers the feed dogs so that they do not touch the fabric. To Put on the Darning Plate: NOTE: The rectangular holes in the Darning Plate match the holes m the needle prate, in the darning ptate, these holes are slightly to th[...]

3O Top thread tenskon control 2 to6 No preSSer foot Darmng plate Set the Machine Stitch width control 0 1234 @ Stitcl_ iength control any number (not necessary to adiust) Stretch Stitch Here's How 1. Put the darning plate on the needle plate (see page 29). 2, Remove presser toot and toot holder (see page 10), stretch fabric between embroidery [...]

Basic Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch width control I to 5 i 234 Top thread tension control 3 to 8 A: Zigzag foot Stitch length control orange Zor]e Stretch Stitch The StItch and its Uses The ztgzag stitch is one of the most common and most versatile stitches on your machine. It can be a utility stitch for sewing buttons, buttonholes, hem- ming, over[...]

= Satin Stitch Top thread tension control 3 to 8 Set the Machine Stitch w=dth control 2 to 5 _ 2 3 4 Stitch length control 0.5 to 1 2 Stretch Stitch F. _ Satin stitch foot Pressuredial: t or The Stitch and Its Uses The Satin stitch is a versatile and often used decorative stitch, but it can also be used to overcast a raw edge (for ex- ample, blanke[...]

Applique Set the Machine Stitch width control 2 to 5 .s Z 34 @ Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Stitch length control 0,5 to 1 Stretch Stitch F : Satin stitch /_'_-_'_, toot _ Pressure dial: 2 ........ J ........................ J Baste lor ruse with iron-on fabric joiner) apptique pieces on the fabric. Stitch around the applique making [...]

= Monogramming Set the Machino Stitch wLdth control 5 i 2 3 4 @ Top thread tension control 2 to G F' Satin stitch foot Stitch length control 0.5 to ] 2 Stretch Stitch 34 Here's How 1. Set the same as satin stitch. 2. Back the fabric with paper or interfacing. 3. Draw the letters on the fabric with tailor's chalk. 4. Satin stitch, adj[...]

Sew a Button Set the Machine Stitch width control Top thread tension control 2 tO 6 A_ Stitch length control Any number {not necessary to adjust) Stretch Stitch Use the darning plate for button sewing (see page 2__9). i!iiiii i iii!i 1, Match the center of the but-ton holes to the center of the slot on the presser foot, 2, Ad.iust the stitch width [...]

= Overcasting Stitch Set the Machine Top thread tension contro! 3 to 8 A: Zigzag foot Stitch width control 3 to 5 I 2 3,_ Stitch length control orange zone Stretch Stitch The Stitch and Its Uses This zigzag variation is very usefut in garment construction and m fimshing raw edges of any sewing proiect. ..... Hints Start overcasting about 1/8" [...]

e Three-Step Zigzag Set the Machine Top thread tension i control 2 tO O A: Zigzag toot Stitch w=dth control 5 'i _ 3 4 @ Stitch length control 0.5 to I 2 Stretch Stitch The Stitch and Its Uses The three-step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch. You may use the three-step zigzag everywhere you would use the basic zigzag stitch. I[...]

Overcast Stretch Stitching Set the Machine Top thread tension control 2 to 6 A: Zigzag toot Stitch width control 3 to 5 Stitch tength controt yellow stretch st=tch position 2 Stretch Stitch The Stitch and its Uses Thts stitch can be used for sewing a seam wlth an overcast finish. The seam is formed and finished m one operation. It can be used when [...]

Set the Machine Stitch w_dth control 2 to 3 I Top thread tension control 9 to 6 A: Zigzag toot % Stitch length control orange Zone 2 t,1 _S Stretch Stitch Ligl_t Weight Fabric Heavy Weight Fabric I14" 114" 1. Finish the raw edge of your hem any way you desire. (See overcrasting page 36). 2. Measure, turn up your hem and pin. NOTE. For lig[...]

Set the Machine Stitch width control 2 to 3 Top thread tension control 2 to 6 A: Zigzag foot Stitch length control 1 Stretch Stitch i_ i!ii_ili_i_!!i_i_i_i_ _ii!i_i ' '_ '_'_,_ _ Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and lingerie. Table linens and pit]ows become more elegant when trimmed with lace. Turn raw edge of fab[...]

= Learning to Sew Buttonho|es With your Kenmore sewing machine you have two methods of makmg buttonholes. You may use the built-in system or you may use the snap-in automatic buttonhole attachment system. Choose the buttonhole style 1. Buitt-in bottonholes irectangular), Choose this style for waistband, cuffs, belt slots or where you will need only[...]

o Built-in System Set the Machine Stitch width I !311 i B11 Top thread tension control 2 to 6 control 3 to 5 (Blue zone) Stitch length control B_ue zone Stretch Stitch Sliding buttonhole foot Adjusting the Stitch Density Depending upon your {abnc or your own preference m buttonholes, you may alter the buttonhole stitch density within the blue butto[...]

• • : ••H •• i::i:•:!••!]_::_':•:•_ii:i:i ¸¸¸I • 4. a. Set the stitch selector at b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. D c. Stop sewing at the r_ght stitch. [t 5. a, Set the stitch selector at b. Sew until you reach the back of the buttonhole. c. Stop sewing at the right stitch. r_ 6. Set the stitch selector at U a, b. Sew 4 to 6[...]

o Using Buttonhole Attachment Buttonhob Attachment System For more varied and accurate buttonholes, you will enjoy using the button- hole attachment and templates. Know the parts read carefully how to set up your machine properly. You wilt need these items for the buttonhole attachment system, Guide slot Catch Buttonhole guide plate Guide bJock Lev[...]

Set the Machine Stitch width control 2 i 2 3 4 Top thread tension contro412 to 6 Stitch length contro] _4 Stretch Stitch Buttonhole toot Helpful Hints You can obtain best results to use #60 _ #80 light weight threads as bobbin thread. NOTE: It is advisable to use a blue stretch fabric needle when sewing knits and synthetic fabrics. You can obtain b[...]

2_ a_ b, c. e gu _de plate Gu_d__ Tempfa_e __Catch "4ii_i_l Setting Mark block _!:!fl;:i!_;i_i Gear Guide When you have selected the template with the size and style button- hole you need, slide the template into the guide plate. Pull catch toward you while sliding the template until the button- hole size you have chosen is at the setting mark[...]

C° d. e. NOTE: Marked buttonhole Center marking- Fabric Measurement mai_kings Mark your buttonhole position carefully on the garment. Placing your garment behind the machine, insert it between the guide ptate and the buttonhole foot as shown. Align marked buttonhole with center marking on buttonhole foot. Line up your fabric edge with the measurem[...]

Fabric Preparation: Put the top sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the zipper opening. Use the reverse to lock the stitches. Sew the zipper opening with stitch length at "4" and top thread tension at "3"- o_ opening Top s_de ot tabrlc Top edge ot tabr_c e pin on the_ ricjht hand snde Set the Machine Top thread te[...]

8, Open the ztpper. 9. Lower the presser foot and stitch *he rest of the seam. 10. Close the zoper and turn fabric top side up. ..... J the 1!. Remove the zipper foot and attach the presser bar to the left pros on the zipper foot. 12. Stitch across and below the bot- tom of the zipper. 13. Turn the corner and continue to guide the foot along the zi[...]

Top thread tension control 4 to 9 Set the Machine F _ Satin stitch foot Stitch width control 3 to 5 Stitch length control orange zoRe 2 Stretch Stitch The Stitch and tts Uses The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a blind hem over folded fabric. Several rows of shell stitching are called shell tucks. Shell stitching can be used to finish hems, sleeve[...]

Set the Machine Stitch width control 3 to 5 Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Stitch length control yellow stretch st_[ch postt_on A: Zigzag toot Stretch Stitch With the stitch length at "4", sew straght stitching lines 3/8" apart across the area to be smocked. Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the bobbin threads and distribute t[...]

Set the Machine Stitch width Top thread tenston control 3 to 8 Stitch length control 0.5 to 2 Stretch Stitch A: Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses Use this stitch to iota two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add deslgn interest. ii:iiii:iiii iiii iii iiiii ii "i ii i !iiii iiliiii i !!:iii i!ii !! ¸iii Here's How 1[...]

::::::_: =7?L>-i_i: _' i:::/" :; : ! _ _ ! ;7::= :¸¸::¸:¸;!¸ :_ _:¸¸: ¸::- ::_':=: =i '{+ _ : Elastic Stretch Stitch ::_ Set the Machine Stitch w=dth control 3 to 5 Top thread tension control 3 to 6 Stitch length contro_ yellow stretch sUtch posltlor_ A: Zigzag toot Stretch Stitch Choose this stitch to attach elastic [...]

Set the Machine Stitch width control 3 to 5 1234 Top thread tenston control 3 to 8 Stitch length control orange zone 2 ,>1_3 Stretch Stitch A: Zigzag foot This stitch is usefut for elastic fabrics to join them together, Top thread tension control 3 to 8 Set the Machine Stitch width control 3 to 5 Stitch length control orange zone 2 _.__3 4 Stret[...]

Set the Machine Top thread tension control 3 to 8 Stitch wtdth control 3 to 5 Stitch length control 9teen zorl{_ F, Satin stitch toot Stretch Stitch The Stitches and Their Uses These stitches are pureiy decoratIve. You can sew one row or several or vary the st=tch wtdth and tength for special effects. Experlment on a scrap ot fabnc to see what spec[...]

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Irregular Stitches Breaking Needle Bunching of Thread Puckering Incorrect s}ze needle. improper threading. Loose upper thread tension. Pulling fabric. Loose presser foot, Unevenly wound bobbin. Nicks or burrs at hole of needle plate, Pultin£ fabric_ incorrect size needle. Incorrect setting of needle. Loose presser[...]

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE COR RECTION SMpping Stitches Breaking Upper Thread Breaking Bobbin Thread Fabric not Mowng Machine Jamming Knocking Noise incorrect size needle. Bent or blunt needle, incorrect setting ot needle. Tight upper thread tension. Starting to stitch too fast. Improper threading. Tight upper thread tension, incorrect size needle. Sha[...]

i_ R e_pla_ e _tl_e_=_ 'igh_t:i , B _ i _;:_ ti 1!I .... J Unplug the machine and open the face cover. CAUTION! The .light bulb wiil be HOT. Protect your fingers when you handle it. , 3. Push the bulb up and turn the bulb counter-clockwise to remove it. Put the new bulb in by pushing it up and turning tt cJockwJse. t_ C I ea n :7,:t h e:_Bo 6 [...]

1. 2. 3_ 4. Unplug the machine and remove the presser foot and needle. Remove the bobbin cover plate. Remove the screw on the left side of the needle with the large screw driver. Remove the needle plate. 6. J Use the lint brush to clean the feed dogs, hook race and bobbm holder. Also use a soft, dry cloth, ¢ 5. Take out the bobbin. Lift up the bob[...]

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All parts listed herein may be ordered trom any Sears Roebuck and Co. store or service center. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION 3. MODEL NUMBER 4. NAME OF ITEM tf the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order witl be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Dist[...]

A Accessory storage box .............. 2, 8 Appliqueing ..................... 23, 33 B Bar tacking ................... 23, 33 Base ........................... 2 Base plate .............. 4, 48, 60"_61 Basic zigzag ................... 23, 31 Blind hemming ............. 23, 39_40 Bobbin ........... 4, t5_16, 58, 60_61 Bobbin holder .......... 16[...]

Top thread .................. 17_20 Top thread tension ............ 19_20 Top thread tension control ..... 2, t9_20 Turning a square corner .......... 28 Two-point box stitching ........... 26, 54 Two-point shell stitching ........ 25, 50 Z Zigzag foot .................... ..... 11, 23_26, 31, 35_40, 50_53, 60_6t Zigzag stitching ........... 23, 31[...]

# # WARRANTY .---- FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD _= For 25 years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects _n material or workmanship which appear # • _ m the mechanical components of the sewing machine head, () FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE # For two years from the dat[...]

SEWING MACHINE Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your nearest Sears Serv,ce Canter. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit, The model number of your Sewing Machine witl be shown on your nomenclature plate on the back of your Sewing Mac[...]