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Page 1: ...DPX55016 INSTRUCTIONS MODEL I252 o ZIGo ZAG SEWING MACHINE iiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiii ili ill iiiiiiiii_i iiiii_Kii_iiii iiiiii_iiiii i _i_ili ii ii_ ...

Page 2: ...7 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 ...

Page 3: ...dle 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 ...

Page 4: ...acle 23 Nomenclature Plate 24 Clutch Knob 25 Hand Wheel 26 Bobbin Winder 27 Thread Spool Pins 28 Bobbin Winder Tension Disc 29 Pressure Regulator 30 Presser Foot Lever 31 Thread Cutter 32 Presser Foot Thumb Screw 33 Feed Dogs ...

Page 5: ...n needed The base must be removed when machine is used To install machine in carrying case set machine into base with word FRONT in base facing you Fig 2 3 4 Place cover on machine with word SEARS on handle facing you The case slopes in th_ same direction as the ma chine Fig 3 Machine must be removed from case when used Push the speed control plug onto three prong connector Plug ma chine cord into...

Page 6: ...tension table from the machine by folding the support leg up and pulling table to the left Fig 1 2 2 To replace the table simply slide it along the free arm to its original position and place supporting leg in down position Fig 1 ...

Page 7: ...bbin winder shaft to far left position if it is not already there Place bobbin onto shaft with end of thread coming from top of bobbin Push bobbin winder shaft to right until it clicks Hold onto end of thread Fig 4 5 Start machine The thread that is held will snap Bobbin will cease turning where completely filled Push shaft to left to remove bobbin Fig 5 6 Tighten clutch knob and remove bobbin Fig...

Page 8: ...bin case from shuttle pull open latch of bobbin case Fig 3 4 Pull bobbin case straight out of shuttle Fig 4 5 Insert bobbin into bobbin case mak ing sure thread is coming from bobbin as shown Fig 5 6 Pull thread through slot of case as shown Fig 6 7 Pull thread under tension spring Fig 7 8 Holding latch open position case into shuttle and release latch Case should lock into place when latch is rel...

Page 9: ...p Fig 2 passes up and past the top hook The thread will slip into the hook 3 Release thread and the spring wire loop will return to position with thread as shown in Fig 3 4 Thread take up lever from right to left See Fig 4 5 Continue to thread down through lower thread guides as shown in Fig 5 Needle threads from front as shown in Fig 5 6 Hold needle thread loosely in left hand and rotate hand whe...

Page 10: ...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 sh...

Page 11: ...tch issatisfactory buttheseam ispuckered it may benecessary toloosen thetension onboththetopandbottom threads Besureto balance themas indicated on Page 9 When adjusting the tension on the bobbin case make slight adjustments with a screwdriver Correct tensions will aroduce the stitch shown on page 9 Turn Counter Clockwise Turn Clockwise ...

Page 12: ...zag stitch onthe fabric you willbeusing Use theappropriate type ofthread and needle Use different colors of thread onthebobbin andupper spool Sew aline ofzigzag stitches The bobbin thread should notshow onthetopofthe fabric Adjust thetoptension if necessary toachieve thestitch balance asshown below UNBALANCED BALANCED TOP VIEW ...

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Page 19: ... 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 l...

Page 20: ...urrent 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 The sewing light is located inside the face cover plate as shown To replace the bulb push switch to off unplug machin...

Page 21: ...THE NEEDLE PLATE IS THE ALL IMPORTANT 5 8 SEAM LINE The cornering guides are convenient when turning a square corner 5 8 from the fabric edge See next section of this book for directions 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 your presser feet ...

Page 22: ... _ii i _ii_ i iii_ i _ii ii i_ iii _i i filial _i _i _ _ill ii_ _ _i _ I I II I i I Fig 1 Use 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 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 lengt...

Page 23: ...que 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...

Page 24: ...he 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 ...

Page 25: ...uld 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 c...

Page 26: ...wing settings _ _i i iii _ 4 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 single layer of fabric The various types of temporary stitching are Basting Stay stitching Guide line marking 2 Permanent stitching This is the actual stitching that holds the garment together...

Page 27: ...li ii iil j i i Be sure both threads are drawn back under the presser foot Lower needle mto fabric about 1 2 inch from beginn 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 To turn a square corner ...

Page 28: ...ment construction 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 ed 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...

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Page 30: ...u might use a zig zag stitch This stitch can be used as a decorative top stitch as well I l 7 i i_ i With a narrow strip of fabric directly under the line of gathering stitch over the gathers The design will be a series of small diamonds When smocldng a garment the stitch ing should be done before the piece is sewn into the garment ...

Page 31: ...skipants and other garments thatrequire stretch Fig 1shows therawedge finished Stitch sotheneedle pierces thefabric justshort oftheoutside edge Raw orwornedges of older garments canbe overcast to prevent further raveling The serging or pine leaf stretch stitch is equally useful with woven and knitted fabrics This stitch can be used in making elastic swimwear as well as overcasting a neat edge on t...

Page 32: ...pe 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 flLtl This stitch used on the edge of nylon tricot makes a lovely Shell finish Use the following settings V S S Y S When sewing this stitch allow needle to just clear the ri...

Page 33: ...hread 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 H Step 1 2 Set stitch selector at N and bartack several times at the marked be ginning of the buttonhole Stop sewing at the left stitch Raise needle to its highest position by tur...

Page 34: ...ctor at _l to finish buttonhole 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...

Page 35: ...aving 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 Fig 4 ...

Page 36: ...ion of the top thread slightly The wider the stitch you make the looser the tension should be 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 fa...

Page 37: ...nter 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 it i J it 44 This stitch is similar to a very short satin stitch and is used to reinforce points of strain such as corners of pockets a...

Page 38: ...c 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 ...

Page 39: ... anapplique design tobeapplied toyourgarment andbaste it inplace Satin stitch around therawedge ofthe applique completely covering theedge Youmaywantto do this with a contrasting colorof thread or same color ...

Page 40: ...ly 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 embr...

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Page 43: ...lint and occasional tangled thread Raise the needle bar to its highest point and remove the bobbin case Push levers of shuttle race aside and lift shuttle race cover and shuttle out Clean the shuttle race with small brush Put a drop of sewing machine oil on the center pin of the shuttle and shuttle race see arrows To 1 2 3 Replace Shuttle Assembly Position shuttle race as illustrated so that race ...

Page 44: ... i _i iliilill i i_il _ _ilil _ii _ _iii_i i ii i i i II Remove armcover plate to oilpoints indicated intopof machine head To remove cover plate loosen uptwotopscrews andlift thecoverplate as illustrated below ...

Page 45: ...ltmachine head back and remove bottom covers and rear support tooilpoints indicated onunderside ofmachine Toremove bottom covers and rear support remove screws A B C D E and F asshown below Rear Support D ...

Page 46: ...Swing face cover plate open and oil points indicated in illustration L ...

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Page 48: ...7 6510 6862 1939 8286 2273 6550 6551 6552 6553 6554 6746 36353 45846 40390 35231 6873 6757 47149 6864 6797 40164 45814 6830 55501 55500 6889 Shuttle Bobbin case Bobbin box with 10 bobbins Bobbin winder rubber ring Thread spool pin Nylon disc I_o 9 Single needles No 11 Single needles No 14 Single needles No 16 Single needles No 18 Single needles 0 NEEDLES Needle clamp with screw Darning plate Stand...

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Page 50: ...ng 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 C...

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