Kenmore 158.1252 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual

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Section I Knowing Your Sewing Machine

Identifying Parts ..................................... 2, 3
Installing Machine ..................................... 4
Converting to Free-arm Sewing ................... 5
Winding the Bobbin .................................. 6
Threading the Bobbin Case ......................... 7
Threading of Top Thread ............................ 8
Using the Controls
Adjusting Top Tension ............................ 9
Adjusting Bobbin Tension ....................... 10
Checking Tensions ................................. 11
Stitch Width Control ......................... 12, 13
Stitch Length Control ........................ 12, 13
Reverse Stitch Control ....................... 14, 15
Stitch Modifier and
Buttonhole Control ........................... 14, 15
Stitch Selector and Indicator ................... 16
Pressure Regulator ................................. 17
Darning Plate ........................................ 18
Sewing Light ........................................ 18
Seam Guides ........................................ 19
Presser Foot Lever ................................. 19
Accessories
Needles ............................................... 20
Needle, Thread and Fabric Chart ............... 21
Buttonhole Guide .................................. 21
Presser Feet ......................................... 22
Section ]_ Starting to Sew .................................. 1

Garment Construction Stitches
Straight Stitching .................................. 2
Zigzag Stitching .................................... 3
Stretch Stitching ................................... 4
Special Finishing Stitches
Buttonhole Making .............................. 5
Blind Hemming ................................... 6
Satin Stitching .................................... 7
Button Sewing, Bar Tacking .................. 8
Mending, Darning ................................ 9
Appliqueing ........................................ 10
Free-arm Sewing .................................... 11
Section ]]] Checking Performance Problems
Section IV Caring for the Machine

Cleaning Feed Dogs and Shuttle ............... 1
Oiling Under Arm Cover Plate ................... 2
Oiling Underside .................................... 3
Oiling in Face Cover Plate ........................ 4
Parts List ........................................... 5, 6
Memo ................................................. 7
Warranty ........................... :.... iJ ........................ 8
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1. Needle Plate 12. Stitch Selector

2, Presser Foot 13. Stitch WidthControl
3. Thread Guide 14. Stitch Length Control
4. Needle Clamp Screw 15. Stitch Modifier and
5. Thread Guide Buttonhole Control
6. Top Thread Tension Control 16. Reverse Stitch Control
7. Face Cover Thread Guide 17. Light and Power Switch
8. Face Cover Plate 18. Extension Table
9. Take-up Lever 19. Support Leg
10. Upper Thread Guide 20. Shuttle Cover
11. Stitch Indicator 21, Free Arm
22. Electric
CordReceptacle 29. Pressure
Regulator
23. Nomenclature
Plate 30. Presser
FootLever
24. Clutch
Knob 31.ThreadCutter
25. HandWheel 32. Presser
FootThumbScrew
26. BobbinWinder 33. Feed
Dogs
27. ThreadSpoolPins
28. BobbinWinderTension
Disc
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1. To install the machine in a Sears cabinet, Place cover on machine with word
position machine head on cabinet plat- "SEARS" on handle facing you. The case
form so that holes on bottom of machine slopes in th_ same direction as the ma-
match those on board. Insert washers chine. (Fig, 3)
and screws and tighten into place. (Fig. 1) 3, (Machine must be removed from case
(Follow instructions provided with Sears
when used.) Push the speed control plug
cabinet. Screws and washers are supplied onto three-prong connector. Plug ma-
with cabinet.) chine cord into any 110-120 volt wall
2. A separate base and cover ts available to outlet.
carry the machine when needed. The 4, Spool pins are packed in accessory box,
base must be removed when machine is
Screw thread spool pins in place securely
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with a screw driver, Position nylon discs
To install machine in carrying case, set as shown in illustration. (Fig, 4)
machine into base, with word FRONT in
base facing you. (Fig, 2)
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1. Remove the extension table from the 2. To replace the table, simply slide it
machine by folding the support leg along the free arm to its original
up and pulling table to the left, position and place supporting leg in
(Fig. 1, 2) down position. (Fig. 1)
1,
Release clutch by turning clutch Push bobbin winder shaft to right
knob toward you. (Fig. 1) until it clicks. Hold onto end of
2. thread. (Fig. 4)
Draw thread from spool through
bobbin winder tension disc as 5. Start machine. The thread that is
shown. (Fig. 2) held will snap. Bobbin will cease
3. Pull end of thread through hole in turning where completely filled.
Push shaft to left to remove bobbin.
bobbin as shown. (Fig. 3)
(Fig. 5)
4. Push bobbin winder shaft to far left
position, if it is not already there. 6. Tighten clutch knob and remove
Place bobbin onto shaft with end of bobbin. (Fig. 6)
thread coming from top of bobbin.
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1. Remove the extension table from the 5, Insert bobbin into bobbin case mak-
machine by pulling it to the left. ing sure thread is coming from
Open the shuttle cover. (Fig. 1) bobbin as shown. (Fig. 5)
2. Raise needle to its highest position 6. Pull thread through slot of case as
rotating hand wheel toward you. shown (Fig. 6)
(Fig. 2)
7. Pull thread under tension spring.
3. To remove bobbin case from-shuttle, (Fig, 7)
pull open latch of bobbin case.
8, Holding latch open, position case
(Fig. 3)
into shuttle, and release latch. Case
4. Pull bobbin case straight out of should lock into place when latch is
shuttle. (Fig. 4) released. (Fig. 8)
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1. Place thread on spool pin as shown with 4. Thread take up lever from right to left.
thread corn ng from the back of the (See Fig. 4).
spool. Draw thread through thread guide 5. Continue to thread down through lower
as shown in Fig. 1 inset. (Thread must not thread guides as shown in Fig. 5. Needle
go through bobbin tension disc on top.) threads from front as shown in Fig. 5,
2. Holding the spool stationary with the 6. Hold needle thread loosely in left hand
right hand pull the end of the thread and rotate hand wheel toward you one
between the tension discs. Pull the end of complete turn. This will bring a loop of
the thread taut so the spring wire loop bobbin thread up through needle hole.
(Fig. 2) passes up and past the top hook. (Fig. 6). Pull bobbin thread loop to
The thread will slip into the hook. surface and extend thread to back of
3. Release thread and the spring wire loop machine.
will return to position with thread as
shown in Fig. 3.
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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
tighter the tension.
There are many reasons for having to reset your tension. The best tension for one
fabric may not be correct for another. The required tension depends upon the
stiffness of the fabric, thickness of the fabric, numbers of layers of fabric being
sewn, as well as the type of stitch you are making.
It is best to test the stitching on a scrap of the fabric you are using before starting to
make a garment as shown below. Use the straight stitch function.
O Upper thread too tight
Decrease Tension
O Upper thread too loose
Increase Tension
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In addition to the obvious controls of your machine, there are other small
regulators and controls to aid you in using your sewing machine.
Push down the outer ring of the pressure regulator. This will release the pressure
on the presser foot. (See above).
To increase the pressure, push down inner pin until a suitable pressure is
obtained.
Insufficient pressure may cause poor feeding of the fabric, skipped stitches, or
difficulty in guiding the fabric. If feed dogs or presser foot marks appear on the
fabric, reduce the pressure.
When sewing multiple thickness or heavy fabric, reduce the pressure. Increase
pressure when sewing lighter weight fabrics.
Thereareafewtimeswhenyouwantto
controlthe feedingof the fabric
yourself.Raiseneedleto its highest
position
andraisepresserfoot.Attach
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plateoverneedleplateshownin
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movement ofthefabricyourself.
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The light and power switch shown in

Fig. 2 provides the electric current for
the motor as well as the light. In order to
operate the machine, this switch must
be on.
To turn on the light, depress the switch.
If you are interrupted while sewing and
must leave the machine unattended,
just turn off the switch and the machine
/ cannot be started accidentally.
Light and Power Switch Fig. 2
The sewing light is located inside the

face cover plate as shown. To replace
the bulb, push switch to off, unplug
machine and swing the face cover plate
open. Push up on the bulb slightly and
turn bulb to the left. Remove bulb from
socket. Push in new bulb and turn to the
right.
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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
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To aid you in the placement of heavy

fabrics under the presser foot, the lever
can raise foot beyond the normal "up"
position. This is also an aid in changing
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I I II I Use KENMORE needles. The size of the

i I needle should conform with the size of
Fig. 1 the thread and both should be suitable
to the fabric (See next page).
Never use a bent needle or one with a

blunt point.
Fig. 1. shows you the exact length of

your needle. Be sure you never use one
in your machine that is not this exact
length.
You will find among your accessories a

"ONF, EDLE",_ with blue shank. This
special needle is to be used when
sewing knits and certain difficult
synthetic fabrics. If you experience
skipped stitches in any of your sewing,
use "o NEEI)LE'%.
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Raise needle bar to its highest position

by turning the hand wheel toward you.
Loosen the needle clamp screw. Hold-
ing the needle with the flat side away
from you, slip the needle into the needle
bar. When it is in as far as it will go,
tighten the needle clamp screw with
screwdriver provided in the accessory
kit.
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NEEDLE RECOMMENDED
FABRIC SIZE AND THREAD SIZE STITCH LENGTH
COLOR SETTING
LIGHTWEIGHT: Batiste, Dimity, 9-BROWN Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap

Chiffon, Silks, Synthetic Jerseys, Fine Mercerized Cotton 12 stitches
Fine Lace, Organza, Crepe, or Polyester Synthetic perinch
11-ORANGE
Taffeta, Voile, Organdy Silk A
MEDlUMWEIGHT: Cotton, Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap

Cotton Blends, Percale, Gingham, 50 Mercerized Cotton 10 to 12 stitches
Shantung, Pique, Seersucker, 14-RED Polyester Synthetic per inch
Satin, Knits, Vinyl, Suitings, Silk A
Linen, Wool Crepe, Leather
MEDIUM HEAVYWEIGHT: 50 Mercerized Cotton

Corduroy, Denim, Wool, 16-PURPLE Mercerized Heavy-Duty 12 stitches
Sailcloth, Wool Flannel, Polyester Synthetic per inch
Gabardine, Velvets, Leather Silk A
HEAVYWEIGHT: Coatings, Heavy-Duty Mercerized Cotton

Upholstery, Cotton Duck, 18-GREEN Polyester Synthetic 8 stitches
Heavy Twills, Canvas Silk A per inch
16-PURPLE
Decorative top-stitching on all 18-GREEN Buttonhole Twist 6 stitches

types of fabric or per inch
Q-BLUE
Synthetic Knits and Stretch: Q-BLUE 10 for Regular

Polyester Double Knits, Nylon with Polyester Synthetic or
Tricot, Jersey, Stretch Terry, "Q FOOT" TM 50 Mercerized Cotton 6 for Stretch
Spandex, Cire Tricot Stitches
To change the various presser feet, raise

the presser bar to its highest position by
lifting the presser foot lever. Loosen the
presser foot thumb screw, choose the
proper foot, insert from the front.
Tighten the screw using the large screw
! driver to make certain the foot is secure.
A B C
You have been given a variety of presser feet:
A. Zigzag Foot
El. Satin Stitch Foot
C. Buttonhole Guide Foot
1,
Check the needle-it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point.
It should be the correct size for the fabric and thread being used. Change your
needle frequently. Many of the new fabrics made of synthetic blends tend to dull
the needles more easily than fabrics made of natural fibers.
2. Before placing the material on the machine, see that the ends of the threads have
been drawn about 4 inches to the rear of the machine. Hold on to threads during
the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam.
3. Test the machine stitch on a scrap of fabric you plan to use. The fabric should be
double thickness. Adjust the machine for the length of stitch and tension suitable
to your fabric.
4. Fabric should be placed under the presser foot with the bulk of the material to the
left of the needle and the right edge of the material placed on the 5/8" seam
marking on the needle plate when making a simple seam.
5. Run the machine at a slow even speed. The more pressure you put on the speed
control, the faster the machine will sew.
6. Fasten each seam by back tacking at the beginning and end of the seam.
7. Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point.
8. Guide the fabric gently with your hand in front of the needle. Never pull or hold
the fabric in such a way that the normal feeding is altered.
9. When turning the hand wheel manually, always turn it toward you.
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illustration in order to straight stitch.
It is important that each dial has the
following settings,
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You will find in garment construction that you are doing two types of sewing-
temporary and permanent.
1. Temporary stitching-Usually the longest stitch possible and often done on a

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single layer of fabric. The various types of temporary stitching are:
Basting
Stay stitching
Guide line marking
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fabric and thicker seams. Some of these seams are:
Common two layer seams

Curved two layer seams
Top stitched three layer seams
Top stitched four layer seams
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The best straight stitch length to use

D with medium weight fabrics is 10 to 12
stitches per inch.
To control stitch length, just turn your
control dial as shown.
When you have two seams crossing

each other with considerable thickness,
sew slowly and carefully so seam will be
strong as possible. It may be necessary
to lengthen your stitch slightly and
reduce the pressure on the presser foot
if you are sewing very thick fabrics.
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under the presser foot. Lower needle
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tng of seam. Push the reverse stitch
control to the right and stitch in reverse
until needle reaches beginning of seam.
Release control and complete seam.
When you reach the end, push the
control to the right and sew back ever
1/2 inch of completed seam.
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the fabric edge, stop stitching with
the needle tip piercing the fabric,
when reaching the cornering guide
as shown. Raise the presser foot,
turn fabric. New stitching line will
align with 5/8" seam guide on side
of needle plate. Lower the presser foot
and begin stitching in new direction.
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seams, appliqueandbuttonhole.
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Follow
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This is one of the more frequently used

zigzag stitches in garment construction.
Fig. 1 You may want to overcast along the raw
edge of each seam allowance or fold the
raw edge toward the garment and
stitch.
Fig. 1 shows the raw edge finished.

Fig. 2 illustrates the folded edge stitch-
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Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short of the outside edge. Raw or
worn edges of older garments can be
overcast to prevent further raveling.
To reduce bulk of interfacing darts, cut

interfacing down center between dart
L.' lines, Overlap cut edges, matching dart
lines. Zigzag stitch along marking line
from point to wide end of dart. Trim
both raw edges close to stitching.
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The stitches shown below are all for use with stretch and knit fabrics. These are
special stitches built in to the machine for your quick selection.
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Use this stretch stitch with knitted fabric

and other fabrics that stretch, Sew as
you do with regular straight stitch
seaming. The seam may be pressed
open aswith any regular seam, but will
stretch if necessary.
This is also a good stitch to use on

curved seams regardless of the type of
fabric. Any seam that will receive a great
deal of strain when worn should be
sewn with the stretch stitch. Use in
children's shorts and slacks as well as
adult sports clothes.
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you might use a zig zag stitch. This
stitch can be used as a decorative top
stitch as well.
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the gathers. The design will be a series
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When smocldng a garment, the stitch-
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The serging or pine leaf stretch stitch is

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fabrics. This stitch can be used in
making elastic swimwear, as well as
overcasting a neat edge on the seams.
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Stitch modifier should be in the detent
position between white S and L for most
materials. Depending upon the type of
fabric used, you may need to adjust this
control to match forward stitches of
stretch sewing with reverse motion
stitches. To shorten stretch stitches,
turn the modifier slightly toward white
"S"... to lengthen, turn toward white
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Rick- Rack Stretch
Smocking Stretch
This stitch used on the edge of nylon

tricot makes a lovely Shell finish. Use
the following settings :
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When sewing this stitch, allow needle to

just clear the right edge of the fabric
when it zig zags.
Carefully mark the buttonhole length

on your garment. Place the fabric
with the buttonhole marked under
the buttonhole foot. Pull the guide
foot (A) all the way forward so that
the index mark (B) is aligned with the
graduation (C), with thread to rear.
(Reproduction of the identical size
buttonholes is facilitated with the aid
of the graduations on the left side of
the buttonhole guide foot. These
graduations are 1/8" apart. Gradua-
/ tions act as reference mark.)
A
2, Set stitch selector at N and bartack
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several times at the marked be-
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ginning of the buttonhole. Stop
sewing at the left stitch. Raise
needle to its highest position by
turning handwheel toward you
manually.
Step 1
3. Set stitch selector at4_]. Stitch

forward until you approach the front
marking of the buttonhole. Stop
sewing at the left stitch and raise
needle to its highest position.
Step2
4, Set stitch selector at E] again and

bartack several times. Raise needle
at its highest position.
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Step 3
5. Set stitch selector at [_l'to finish

buttonhole.
Step 4
f the forward stitching does not exactly match the reverse stitching, slightly adjust
the stitch length control during forward sewing.
Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of fabric you plan to use. Try the
buttonhole with the button you will use,
Always use an interfacing in area of garment where buttonholes are placed. Tissue
paper or regular interfacing can be used. Tear paper away after stitching, if it is used.
For heavier weight fabrics, loosen your top tension slightly.

1. Finish edge of hem anyway you

desire. Turn up hem appropriate
Inside of width. (Fig. 1)
Fig. 1
2 Fold garment away from hem

leaving 1/8" of hem edge extending.
(Fig. 2)
3. Place garment under presser foot in

such a manner that straight stitches
will be sewn on extended edge.
The zigzag stitch should just catch
the fold of the garment. (Fig. 3)
4. Press both sides of the finished hem.

The right side of the garment will
show only the blind stitches. (Fig. 4)
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Closely spaced zigzag stitches are called satin stitches. This is an attractive stitch
used for appliqueing, monogramming, buttonhole making.
Whenever you are using this stitch, it is well to remember to loosen the'tension of
the top thread slightly. The wider the stitch you make, the looser the tension should
be.
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If you are stitching on a very soft fabric, use a backing of tissue paper or interfacing
for a well formed stitch. Puckering of the material will be eliminated and the bobbin
thread will not be visible on the right side of the fabric.
As with all special stitches, it is best to make a sample design on your fabric before
starting the design on the garment.
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1. Align two holes of button with slot

of presser foot and lower foot to
hold the button securely.
2. Turn hand wheel manually until
needle point is just above button.
3 Adjust stitch width control so needle

will enter left hole of the button.
4 Turn hand wheel again by hand so

needle enters second hole. Readjust
stitch width if necessary. Stitch a
number of times.
5, Finish sewing with an extra two
inches of thread remaining. Draw
these threads to reverse side of
garment and tie.
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This stitch is similar to a very short satin

stitch 'and is used to reinforce points of
strain such as corners of pockets and
straps on lingerie.
Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches.

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To repair a straight or three-cornered

tear, position the tear under the needle
in such a way that the stitching catches
both sides of the tear. When mending a
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end to the center. It is well to use a piece
of fabric under the tear for reinforce-
ment.
Remove presser foot, stretch fabric be-

tween embroidery hoops with hole
centered. Draw the bobbin thread up
through the fabric by holding the top
thread and taking one stitch at the spot
where you wish to start darning.
Lowering the presser bar, start sewing
at a slow to medium speed. Move the
fabric back and forth with a steady
rhythm to cover the darning area. When
tt is covered, turn the fabric and sew
another layer of stitching across the first
layer of stitching.
Selectanappliquedesigntobeapplied
toyourgarment andbasteit in place.
Satinstitcharound
therawedgeofthe
appliquecompletely
coveringtheedge.
You maywant to do this with a
contrastingcolorof threador same
color.
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This sewing machine can be used like a

flat bed machine, but easily converts to
free arm machine by removing the
extension table.
The free arm enables you to sew tubular

types of pieces more easily. Just slip the
sleeve or pants leg on the free arm as
shown above,
You will find many uses for this free arm

feature such as:
1. Mend elbows and knees of garments

more easily.
2. Sew in sleeves more easily. This is

especially true when sewing smaller
garments,
3. AppliGue, embroider or hem around

edges of cuffs or pants legs.
4. Sewing in elastic casings in skirts or

pants at the waistline.
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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
\_ Fig. 1 accumulates in the shuttle area and
around the feed dogs.
Fig. 2 Parts of the Shuttle Assembly
Clean the Shuttle Area:
1. This area must be kept free of dust,

lint and occasional tangled thread.
lever -_- lever
Raise the needle bar to its highest
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point and remove the bobbin case.
2. Push levers of shuttle race aside and

Shuttle Assembly lift shuttle race cover and shuttle
out.
3, Clean the shuttle race with small

brush.
4. Put a drop of sewing machine oil on

the center pin of the shuttle and
shuttle race. (see arrows)
Shuttle Race Cover To Replace Shuttle Assembly :
1. Position shuttle race as illustrated so

that race is forming half moon on the
left side of the machine,
2. Hold shuttle by center pin and po-

sition shuttle so as to form a half
pointed moon on the right side. Pointed
hook hook will be on the bottom.
Shuttle
shuttle driver
3, Place shuttle race cover into place
over shuttle assembly.
4. Snap the levers into position.
Shuttle Race
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Remove armcoverplateto oilpointsindicated
in top of machine
head.To
remove coverplate,loosen
uptwo top screwsandlift thecoverplateas
illustrated
below.
Tiltmachine
headbackandremove bottomcovers
andrearsupport
tooilpoints
indicated
onundersideofmachine. Toremove bottom
coversandrearsupport,
removescrews(A),(B),(C),(D),(E)and(F)asshownbelow.
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Rear Support
Swing face cover plate open and oil points indicated in illustration.
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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 THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:
1. PART NUMBER 2. PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER shown on the nomenclature 4. NAME OF ITEM
plate. (See Section 1, page 3 for location.)
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically
transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling.
Ref. No. Part No. Description
47 Shuttle
6510 Bobbin case
*6862 Bobbin box with 10 bobbins
1939 Bobbin winder rubber ring
8286 Thread spool pin
2273 Nylon disc
*6550 I_o. 9 Single needles
"6551 No. 11 Single needles
*6552 No. 14 Single needles
*6746 "0 NEEDLES",.
36353 Needle clamp with screw
45846 Darning plate
40390 Standard zigzag foot
35231 Satin stitch foot
*6873 Straight stitch foot
*6757 Zipper foot
47149 Buttonhole guide foot
*6864 Needle threader
6797 Light bulb
40164 Motor belt
45814 Motor belt
6830 Buttonhole opener
55501 Large screw driver
55500 Small screw driver
*6889 Oil and lint brush
*These items are not furnished with the machine, but may
be ordered per instructions above.
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 nomenclature plate on the back of your Sewing Machine.
See Section 1, page 3 for location.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION •
*MODEL NUMBER *NAME OF ITEM "PART DESCRIPTION
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be
electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution
Center for handling.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. and

SIMPSONS-SEARS LIMITED, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Section I Knowing Your Sewing Machine

Section ]_ Starting to Sew .................................. 1

Section IV Caring for the Machine

1. Needle Plate 12. Stitch Selector

O Upper thread too tight

O Upper thread too loose

Turn Counter Clockwise.

FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW

The light and power switch shown in

The sewing light is located inside the

Seam guides are printed on either side

The cornering guides are convenient

To aid you in the placement of heavy

I I II I Use KENMORE needles. The size of the

Never use a bent needle or one with a

Fig. 1. shows you the exact length of

You will find among your accessories a

Raise needle bar to its highest position

LIGHTWEIGHT: Batiste, Dimity, 9-BROWN Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap

MEDlUMWEIGHT: Cotton, Polyester Core/Cotton Wrap

MEDIUM HEAVYWEIGHT: 50 Mercerized Cotton

HEAVYWEIGHT: Coatings, Heavy-Duty Mercerized Cotton

Decorative top-stitching on all 18-GREEN Buttonhole Twist 6 stitches

Synthetic Knits and Stretch: Q-BLUE 10 for Regular

To change the various presser feet, raise

! driver to make certain the foot is secure.

You have been given a variety of presser feet:

Set your machine just as shown in the

1. Temporary stitching-Usually the longest stitch possible and often done on a

single layer of fabric. The various types of temporary stitching are:

Common two layer seams

The best straight stitch length to use

When you have two seams crossing

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Be sure both threads are drawn back

_de To turn a square corner 5/8" from

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This is one of the more frequently used

Fig. 1 shows the raw edge finished.

To reduce bulk of interfacing darts, cut

Use this stretch stitch with knitted fabric

This is also a good stitch to use on

Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that

With a narrow strip of fabric directly

under the line of gathering, stitch over

When smocldng a garment, the stitch-

Rawor wornedges of oldergarments

The serging or pine leaf stretch stitch is

Rick- Rack Stretch

This stitch used on the edge of nylon

When sewing this stitch, allow needle to

Carefully mark the buttonhole length

2, Set stitch selector at N and bartack

3. Set stitch selector at4_]. Stitch

4, Set stitch selector at E] again and

5. Set stitch selector at [_l'to finish

For heavier weight fabrics, loosen your top tension slightly.

1. Finish edge of hem anyway you

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MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM "PART DESCRIPTION