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Page 1: ...Kenmoce SEWING MACHINE 19502 823800036 ...

Page 2: ...the town and make you the star of the bazaar You can also program this machine to automatically sew your borders and monogram your clothing and it will remember the entire sequence and repeat it when you press the foot control again Practice makes an expert Follow these directions and suggestions carefully Get to know your machine intimately and it will turn your sewing tasks into an adventure The...

Page 3: ...eedle Thread and Stitch Length Chart 17 To Change Your Needle 17 Prepare the Bobbin 18_21 o Put Thread on the Spool 18 Additional Spool Pin 18 SECTION 3 SECTION 4 o To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine 19 Wind the Bobbin 19_20 Insertthe Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder 21 Prepare Your Top Thread 22_27 Check Your Presser Foot 22 Change the Presser Foot 23 Thread Your Needle 24 Pick Up Your Bobbin Thr...

Page 4: ... Hem Stitch stretch 71 Blind Hem Stitch woven _ 71 Shell Stitch 72 o Scal opStiteh _ 73 o Cut Out Work Edging and Applique 3_ 74 Reinforcing Stitches and 75_77 Feather Stitch 75 e Fagoting Stitch 76 Elastic Casing Stitch _ 77 Decorate with Geometric Patterns _ 78 Cross Stitch _ 79 Smocking _ _ 80 Sand Stitch 81 Program Decorative Stitch Patterns _ _ etc 82_84 One Cycle Stitching 82 Two Cycle Stitc...

Page 5: ...ble A full line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our general catalog Whenever you re ready to sew so is your sewing place Another option buy a Carrying Case then your Kenmore goes anywhere can be stored anywhere Fig 1 Fig ...

Page 6: ...CTION 1 K_OW_0U Rf_Ac HI_I_ _ __ _ _i Top Cover Foot Storage Compartment P 12 Bobbin Winder P 19 20 Threading Chart P 24 Face Cover Plate P 24 Sewing Light P 7 Needle Plate P 35 Hand Wheel Pattern Selection Buttons P 29 _ 31 Manual Buttons P 32 33 Stitch Width Iength Control _uto Lock Button P 34 Reverse Stitch Button P 34 Base Bobbin Cover Plate _P 90 Extension Table P 10 ...

Page 7: ..._ 15 Push Pull Crutch IF 19 Feed Balance Dial P 8 68 Light and Power Switch P 7 Plug Connector P 7 Foot Comrol P 8 Presser Foot Lever P 9 FreeArm P 10 11 Nomenclature Plate Accessory Storage Box Accessory Box Bobbin Buttonhole Opener Additional Spool Pin Sliding Buttonhole Foot J Small Screwy Large Screw Driver S Lint Brush _Pin S_rnaltSpool Holder ...

Page 8: ...chine plug into the five prong outlet as shown It will only fit one way 3 Insert the power supply plug into the outlet 4 Push the light and power switch to turn on the power and sewing light Sewing light Power NOTE The Pattern Indicator light will show SAFETY FEATURE Your machine wilt not operate unless the light power switch is turned on If you are interrupted or stop sewing turn off the light po...

Page 9: ... regulate your sewing speed to your taste and needs For most sewing the groove in the Feed Balance Dial should point to the arrow _ You may rarely need to adjust the dial But if necessary use this dial to regulate the feed balance for Buttonholes See P 68 for details Any stretch stitch such as patterns _ and monogramming when sewing on very particular fabrics Set the Pressure Dial Pressure _ _ con...

Page 10: ... 1 4 higher for easy removal of the presser foot or to help you place heavy fabrics under the presser foot Thread Cutter t cutte cL_tter You don t need a scissors to cut the thread after you finish sewing Just use the handy thread cutter on the back of the Presser Bar above the presser foot holder 1 Pull thread through the groove until it is taut 2 Then pull the thread sharply down and back to cut...

Page 11: ...extension table will snap out To Attach _ table Tab qj Slo_ To Attach the Extension Table For flat bed sewing 1 Fit the tabs into the slot as shown 2 With your thumb and index finger gently snap in 10 Your Kenmore Sensor Sew 70 can do free arm sewing This feature makes sewing easy for f k 5 bar tacking to reinforce pockets plackets and waistlines on ready made or homemade garments to avoid fabric ...

Page 12: ...Stitching sleeves waistbands pantlegs oranycircular garment area darning socks ormending knees elbows orareas ofwear inchildren s clothes sewing buttons on sleeves waistabands etc 11 ...

Page 13: ...effectively Most of the presser feet are stored in the Foot Storage Compartment under the top cover NOTE The numbers after each foot indicate the stitch patterns where you use the foot Foot Storage Compartment 12 Needle set D Quilter F Satin stitch foot G Blind stitch hem foot H Straight foot E Zipper foot B Transparent buttonhole _ foot A Zigzar foot ...

Page 14: ... you want to control the fabric feed and button hole size beyond the limits of the sliding buttonhole foot Because the foot is transparent you can see what you are sewing Stitch Patterns C 0veredge Foot f C Overedge foot This foot is especially constructed for stitching and or overcasting seams The small brush and wire guides help control the fabric hold the raw edge in place and keep it from puck...

Page 15: ...perfoot his foot can be set to sew on each side of your zipper The edges of the foot guide the zipper and keep the seam straight For de ails on sewing zippers see p 40 _ 42 Stitch Pattern 1_ F Satin Stitch Foot f F Satin stitch foot Use this transparent foot for outlining applique and Cut Out Work as well as for all your Decorative Stitching and mono gramming Stitch Patterns 14 ...

Page 16: ...p 71 Stitch Patterns _ H Straight Foot H Straight foot Use this foot exclusively for straight stitching Stitch Patterns 1 _ _ Center needle position J Sliding Buttonhole Foot J Sliding buttonhole foot Use this foot for most buttonholes It i_ marked to help you measure your button holes accurately The maximum length of buttonhole that can be made by this foot is 1 For larger buttonholes use the tra...

Page 17: ...ive topstitching on these fabrics Specialty needles are also available Denim Needle for sewing dense fabrics such as denim or canvas Topstitching Needle its larger eye will hold heavier thread Leather Needle punches tiny holes in leather and suede When buying needles other than Kenmore needles be sure the needle fits the length and shape of the needle shown above A longer or shorter needle will sk...

Page 18: ...ercerized Cotton Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A 50 Mercerized Cotton Mercerized Heavy Duty Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A Heavy Duty Mercerized Cotton Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A Buttonhole Twist Use as top thread only Polyester Core Cotton Wrap 50 Mercerized Cotton RECOMMENDED STITCH LENGTH SETTING 2 0 12 stitches per inch 2 0 2 5 10 _ 1 2 stitches per inch 2_5 3 0 8 _ 10 stitches per...

Page 19: ... of the machine as shown 3 Press the spool holder against the spool 4 Lower the spool into the well Additional Spool Pin NOTE Spooi pir _ r fe __ _ Addidonal _I _ spool pin Spool_ hole For winding the bobbin while your machine is threaded you have an extra spool pin in your accessory box It fits into the square hole on top of your machine near the bobbin winder To Use This Extra Spool Pin 1 Fit th...

Page 20: ...ne to stop the needle from moving while you wind the bobbin 2 Pass the thread through the top cover thread guide and under the hook as shown 3 Pull the thread around the bobbin winder thread guide 4 Place the thread through one of the bobbin holes from inside to outside as shown 5 Place the threaded bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle as shown so that the thread comes out on top 6 Push the bobbin ...

Page 21: ...ter the bobbin is slightly filled stop and clip the thread coming from the top of the bobbin 8 Slowly start the machine again and wind the thread until the bobbin stops 9 Push the bobbin winder spindle to the left and clip the thread 10 Remove the bobbin 11 Push in the clutch to put power back into the needle NOTE If you do not push in the clutch the machine will not run when you press the foot co...

Page 22: ...read feeds counter clockwise left J 2 Pull about 4 inches of thread toward you through the tension slot 3 Then pull the thread clockwise toward the back of the machine through the slot _ 4 Slide the bobbin cover plate over the bobbin Allow about 4 inches of thread to show above the needle plate 21 ...

Page 23: ... you need to remove or attach the foot holder here is what you do To Remove Foot _ holder screw _ To Attach Presser bet To Remove Turn the screw toward the hack of the machine Use the large screw driver To Attach 1 Match the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in the presser bar 2 Fit the foot holder screw into the hole 3 Tighten the screw by turning it toward you 22 ...

Page 24: ... to its highest position 2 Raise the presser foot 3 Press the red button on the back of the foot holder The presser foot will drop off To snap on _ _Pin i Groove_ L To Snap On the Presser Foot 1 Set the Pressure Dial at 3 Place the presser foot so the hori zontal pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder 3 Lower the presser foot holder to lock the presser foot in place NOTE If ...

Page 25: ... Choose the Correct Tension The best tension will depend on the stiffness and thickness of the fabric the number of fabric layers the type of stitch The top thread is _oo loose Right side of fabric The top thread appears on the underside of the fabric Tension is too loose The top thread shows The top thread is too tight The bobbin thread appears on the upper surface of the fabric Tension is too ti...

Page 26: ...d guide and 6 down into the tension area 3 Pu l the thread up from left to right around the 7 check spring wire 4 Draw the thread straight up and from left to 8 right through the slot and into the eye of the take up lever 5 J Draw the thread down and slip it through the right side of the right hand thread guide as shown Pull the thread to the left and slip it through the left thread guide Slide th...

Page 27: ... top thread lightly with your left hand 2 3 Press the Up Down Needle Position Button twice Bring the bobbin thread up by pulling the top thread 4 Pull both threads under and back of the presser foot Leave 3 to 4 inches of thread clear 25 ...

Page 28: ...eal zigzag stitch the bobbin threads will not show on top of the fabric See below for the correct appearance To match this appearance adjust your top thread tension Too Tight Right Side of Fabric Too Loose Just Right I _q m_ Wrong Side of Fabric Too Tight Too Loose The points of the The top thread zigzag will pull will loop through together on top of the points on the the stitch bottom of the stit...

Page 29: ...e controls to see what they will do Let s look carefully at each control button beginning with the Up Down Needle Position Button and continuing down the Control Panel Pattern Indicator Memory Button_ Memory Light Memory C lea r _ _ _ _ Button Stitch Width Light St tch Width i _ _ Control Buqon Stitch Length Width _ Indieator Reverse Stitch __ Button 5_NsQrS_ 7Q D _ Pattern Selection Buttons from ...

Page 30: ...read turn a corner down to keep the fabric from slipping It eliminates the hand wheel for raising and lowering the needle 5_nsorSew 7Q t titch Pattern Section I 7 Stitch Width _ and Length J Section i titch Lock Section The Control Panel is divided into three sections The Stitch Pattern Section where you set stitch patterns with memory convenient straight and zigzag stitch buttons and clear button...

Page 31: ...t to use 2 The numbers will show on the pattern indicator screen 5_n_at_e_ 7Q Z QDE 5e nsotSe _ _Q IB IZZ Z Z You use these buttons to select a stitch pattern They run from 0 to 9 Example You want to use decorative stitch 1 Press A number 4 and a flashing line will appear on the pattern indicator screen 2 Press _l You have selected stitch pattern _ NOTE If you select numbers not on the stitch patt...

Page 32: ...ll remember them in order 5ensarSew Q 23E 2r o Z Q q The Clear Button will erase the stitch pattern you have selected and auto matically return your machine to the straight stitch pattern The Clear Button works in two ways to clear a series of stitch patterns depending on whether you have pressed the foot control Foot Control Not Pressed The Clear Button clears one stitch pattern at a time beginni...

Page 33: ...C Your needle is in the Center If you press the button the indicator will show R Right If you press the button the indicator will show L Left When you press this button for zigzag stitches the stitch width light witl go on and the indicator screen will show the preset stitch width of 5 0 NOTE The range of stitch width depends on the stitch pattern you select G3CZD f C3CZ3 o Decrease the Stitch Wid...

Page 34: ...e Stitch Length Press the button The stitch length will decrease by 0 1 mm from 1 0 down to 0 0 by 0 5 mm from 4 5 down to 1 0 E3E3 EE To Increase the Stitch Length Press the button The stitch length will increase by 0 1 mm from 0 0 up to 1 0 by 0 5 mm from 1 0 up to 4 5 To Adjust the Stitch Length Quickly EE Hold Down the or button until you reach the length you desire To Return to the Prese_ Sti...

Page 35: ...se this button to secure seams with an auto lock stitch at the first and last stitch you sew To Use the Auto Lock Stitch Press the Auto Lock Button The pattern indicator screen will show AL _ The machine will take a few stitches in place and stop automatically To Use the Auto Lock Memory 1 Press the Auto Lock Button 2 Press the Memory Button 3 Press the Stitch Pattern Buttons you desire Be sure to...

Page 36: ...e needle plate are there to help you measure seam width The linesare 1 8 apart with the 5 8 and 7 8 lines marked Turn a Square Corner Cornering uide To turn a square corner 5 8 from the fabric edge 1 Stop stitching and lower the needle by pressing the Up Down Needle Position button when the fabric edge facing you lines up with the cornering guide as shown 2 Raise the presser foot and turn the fabr...

Page 37: ...serfoot 6 Release the black button and continue sewing Darning plate I Sometimes when you sew VOU 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 in the needle plate In the darning plate these holes are slightly to the right of center 1 Positio...

Page 38: ...titch if the needle will leave permanent marks in the fabric A small needle wilt be less likely to leave permanent marks 1 Press the foot control The machine will take one stitch and stop automatically 2 Release the foot control 3 Hold the fabric taut and slide it to the place where you want the next stitch 4 Press the foot control 5 Take out the darning plate when finished NOTE Reset the tension ...

Page 39: ...nother layer of stitching over the first layer NOTE If your fabric is thin or badly damaged use a separate piece of fabric under the hole to reinforce it 6 When you finish darning return the pressure dial to 3 and remove the darning plate M How to darn correctly Make the turning points of each row blunt or the stitching will draw little holes at the ends Beginners may prefer the L or M movement Ta...

Page 40: ...ace 7 3 Turn the hand wheel by hand until the needle point is just above the button 8 4 Press the stitch width button or so the needle will enter the lef __t hole of the button J Draw thread to reverse side of fabric Turn the hand wheel so the needle will enter the right hole of the button Readjust the stitch width if necessary Stitch several times After you finish sewing cut the thread but leave ...

Page 41: ... attach the presser bar to the right pins on the zipper foot 2 To sew on the left side of the zipper attach the presser bar to the left pins on the zipper foot B B 1 2 of fabric opening Top edge of fabric Prepare your fabric Put the right sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the zipper opening Use the reverse to lock the stitches Set the stitch length at 4 5 and sew the zipper openin...

Page 42: ...e slider is at the top of the garment J 4 Attach the presser bar to the right pins on the zipper foot 5 Lower the zipper foot on the right side at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fold and the zipper tape 6 Sew through the fold and the zipper tape to the point where the slider begins 7 Lower the needle to hold the fabric and raise the presser foot 8 Open the zipper 9 Lower t...

Page 43: ... foot 12 Stitch across and below the bottom of the zipper 13 Turn the corner and continue to guide the foot along the zipper teeth as shown Stitch through the fabric and the zipper tape Right sTde of fabric 14 Stop about 2 from the top of the zipper 15 Lower the needle into the fabric and raise the presser foot 16 Remove the basting stitches and open the zipper 17 Lower the foot and stitch the res...

Page 44: ... aware of the stitch to use to complete your sewing task A Chart of Sewing Functions precedes the Chart of Stitch Patterns and the discussion of stitches to aid you in locating quickly the stitch pattern and instructions you need NOTE If a stitch pattern on this machine can be used for stitching stretch fabrics you will find the word stretch in parentheses after the stitch pattern name All stitch ...

Page 45: ...ES 31 15 16 10 14 18 28 29 15 19_21 22_24 25_27 41 31 10 16 17 18 29 30 31 29 32 33 34_39 42_47 33 40 10 15 41 44 33 40 15 16 17 18 28 29 47 74 46 65 67 37 45 46 64 47 71 39 46 46 65_67 48 79 47 74 38 46 47 63 64 71 72 73 74 47 48 49 72 75 78 80 81 82_84 48 75 77 45 48 60 79 81 48 76 46 47 61 62 63 64 71 GATHER HEMS KNITS STRETCH FABRICS MEND PINTUCKS QUILT REINFORCE SEAMS SHELL TUCKS SMOCK STRAIG...

Page 46: ... Quilting guide Darning plate Zipper foot Darning plate Needle Check Chart Blue 11 Check Chart 14 16 18 or Check Chart Blue 11 2 6 3_6 2_6 2_6 0 N 2 5 Regular seams pintucking quilting zippers topstitching darning mending basting gathering etc Use in place of straight stitch on knits bias seams tricot chiffon for a flat non puckering seam Use on knits and other stretch fabrics good for topstitchin...

Page 47: ...6 1_5 Pressure Dial Uses Mend darn finish edges apply trims embroider gather buttons satin stitch monogram decorative stitches Use for sewing patches repairing straight or corner tears finishing seams on terry cloth sewing bar tacks for belt loops and drapery pleats strong than zigzag Use for overcasting for knits and woven fabrics needing extra strength for narrow seams on knits or heavy weight w...

Page 48: ...e for stretch fabrics more elastic Use for woven fabrics blind hem and overcasting Finish hems sleeve and neck openings Use on nylon tricot and other lingerie to overcast and seam Do shell tucking on blouses and lingerie Check Chart Use for scalloped edges on collars pockets or p_acemats Create a delicate edge on thin fabrics Decorate edges on hemlines or sleeves Attach Check Chart 3 6 1_4 Pressur...

Page 49: ...Dial Uses Use in smocking or as a decorative stitch Hand quilting stitch used to reinforce stretch and woven fabrics use on spandex under garments and to decorativeJy hem etastic fabric Use for patchwork quilting Decorate garments with one row or several one stitch or a combination Elastic Casing replace bias tape casings in wrists and waists tack down elastic Fagoting Join two folded edges for de...

Page 50: ...ch Needle Check Chart Check Chart Check Chart Check Chart Thread Tension 1_4 1N4 2 5 2 5 Pressure Dial 1 or 2 Uses Smocking on children s clothes blouses curtains etc Fill in designs already outlined with satin or other embroidery stitch Decorate with flower or leaf designs Use in combination programmable or singly Numbers and letters or sentences may be programmed in sequence for monogramming Ref...

Page 51: ...raight stitch 1 Raise the presser foot 2 Raise the needle to its highest position 3 Place the edge of the fabric next to a stitching guide line on the needle plate 5 8 is most common 4 Draw the threads towards the back and lower the presser foot 5 Press the foot control Hold the fabric loosely and gently guide it along the guide line so that it feeds naturally Do not force the fabric or try to pul...

Page 52: ... around l_he outer edges of cuffs lapels or collars Use the Auto Lock button to secure your topstitching and eliminate unsightly back tacking Here s How 1 Lower the presser foot 2 Keep the edge of the fabric next to the right edge of Foot A 3 Evenly guide the fabric along this edge to produce an even row of topstitching 3 8 from the edge NOTE You can easily adjust your needles from left to right f...

Page 53: ...ress the stitch width control button 2 The stitch length width indicator C or center needle position shows _of_ To position the needle to the right 1 Press the stitch width control button 2 Press the stitch length width increase button 3 The stitch indicator will show R or right needle position NOTE Left or right needle position is recommended for stitching edge of the fabric Besides the normal st...

Page 54: ...uide screw Right side of fabric Here s How 1 2 3 4 5 Attach the blind stitch hem foot Place the folded fabric under the presser foot Position the needle 1 16 inside from the folded edge and lower the presser foot Adjust the sliding guide on the blind hem foot to the folded edge by turning the guide screw as shown Feed the folded edge smoothly against the sliding guide NOTE If the fabric tends to p...

Page 55: ...h pattern combinations 54 Quilter When you are quilting large areas tack the layers together with the basting stitch Then quilt from the center out Another quilting variation Instead of quilting with rows of straight stitches you can bartack your quilt at regular intervals Set up the machine as if you were going to sew a button see p 399 Position your fabric and barrack NOTE Here s How To do quilt...

Page 56: ...of stitches with the right edge of Foot A on the edge of the fabric 4 Sew the second row with the right edge of Foot A following the first row of stitches 5 Using both hands pull the bobbin threads from each end of the fabric until you have the gathers you want 6 Knot the threads at each end and even out the gathers Here s How for light weight fabrics ruffles and flounces 1 Set your stitch length ...

Page 57: ... chiffons it can be used to seam and overcast at the same time to produce a narrow almost invisible seam or seam finish 56 Here s How J 2 Sew as you would a straight stitch Helpful Hints for lightweight fabrics 1 Set the pressure dial at 1 or 2 2 To seam and overcast tricot a Set the stitch width at 3 b Sew with the right hand stitch falling off the fabric edge 1 Place your fabric edge on the 6 8 ...

Page 58: ... NOTE ON STRETCH STITCHING Stretch stitching was developed to be used on stretch fabrics and knits It can be used on other fabrics as well It works well on curved seams and on any garments that will receive a great deal of strain ie children s clothes The stretch stitch does not actually stretch as it is being sewn but is stitched in a forward and back motion sometimes called a reverse action stit...

Page 59: ...suits blazers jumpers and denim outfits with the saddle stitch NOTE Adjust the needle position for the effect you want 58 Here s How 1 Sew as you would for topstitching 2 To turn corners a Lower the needle into the fabric on the fourth stitch b Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric c Lower the presser foot and continue to sew Helpful Hint The Blind stitch hem foot is good to use when topstitc...

Page 60: ...g mending and darning It can also be used to decorate with trims appliques and cut out work or as a decorative stitch Here s How The many ways to sew a zigzag stitch are as varied as the stitch patterns on this machine or as the width and length settings allow Consult the specific variations for detailed directions The zigzag stitch as a utility stitch has several variations discussed in this sect...

Page 61: ...ive stitch but it can also be used to overcast a raw edge for example blankets linens tablecloths and napkins The Satin stitch is especially attractive in applique and is the basis for the geometric stitches _ to on this machine Stitch length 4 Close to 0 Zigzag width 5 1 2 2 5 3 3 5 4 4 5 Here s How Once your machine is set up to stitch you may want to experiment on a fragment of the fabric you a...

Page 62: ...t the needle can stitch over them Black ridge and brush guide 3 As you sew be sure your fabric edge pushes against the black ridge and brush guide 4 When you stop sewing remove the fabric by drawing it to the back and out The fabric will catch on the wire guides if you pull it toward you For overcasting folded fabric You can also fold the raw edge of the seam and overcast 1 Start the fold by slidi...

Page 63: ...as more strength elasticity and is flatter than a regular zigzag The multiple zigzag stitch is especially useful for sewing patches smoothly and securely repairing straight tears finishing seams on terrycloth sewing bar tacks for belt loops and drapery pleats 62 F Here s How to Repair a Tear Straight position the tear under the needle so that the stitching will catch both sides Cornered stitch fro...

Page 64: ...taching ribbing or on medium to heavyweight woven fabrics where you want a narrow seam idge and brush guide Here s How 1 Place your fabric so that the raw edges fit under the wire guides and touch the black ridge and brush guide 2 Gentay guide the fabric so that the raw edges always touch the black ridge and brush guide NOTE When sewing over several thick nesses under arms in crotch etc raise the ...

Page 65: ...nit will retain its shape as you are sewing 64 The Stitch and Its Uses This knit stitch is ideal for sewing swimwear and stretch velour because it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength Here s How 1 Place your fabric to allow a 5 8 seam 2 Trim the seam allowance after sewing NOTE Be careful not to cut the stitches ...

Page 66: ...le foot Foot B has a ridge down the bottom center of the foot to keep the stitched buttonhole sides evenly spaced Use this buttonhole foot for tight spaces or buttonholes too large for the J foot IMPORTANT For Perfect Matching Buttonholes Here are some helpful tips For details follow the steps and notes on pages 66 and 67 carefully Make sure you have a flat sewing surface Use the extension table P...

Page 67: ...le to another a Attach the extension table b If your machine is mounted in a cabinet be sure the machine is in the fiat bed position c If your machine is on a table be sure to support the fabric around the edges of the sewing machine surface Paper 2 Place the button on the fabric sample and mark the top and bottom to determine the buttonhole length NOTE If the fabric is thick near the seam and you...

Page 68: ...h Patterns for the stitching areas of _2_ and _j Go to Step 8 8 Sew up the right side until you come to the top mark Stop 9 Press the Memory Button The pattern indicator will show Bartack Rounded Keyhole The machine will bartack or auto lock the end of the buttonhole and stop iMPORTANT The machine stitches the last stitches slowly Hold down the foot control until the machine has completed its stit...

Page 69: ...each side of the buttonhole should be the same stitch density To adjust use the feed balance dial below the Hand Wheel A For Condition A Left Side Stitches too Far Apart see above Turn the feed balance dial slightly toward Use the large screw driver in your accessory box Feed _balance B For Condition B Right Side Stitches too Far Apart see above Turn the feed balance dial slightly toward After adj...

Page 70: ...cord spur at the back of the buttonhole foot 2 Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot until they clear the front end 3 Hook the filler cord into the forks on the front of the J foot to hold them tight NOTE For the 13 Foot hold the cords tight in front of the foot as you sew 4 Lower the needle into the garment where the buttonhole will start and lower the foot 5 Sew the buttonhole acco...

Page 71: ...reful hand sewing to produce a professional finished look Now your Sensor Sew 70 can do these precision stitches much faster and more precisely than you ever dreamed possible 2B 29 9 7 91 G G A F The Stitches covered in this section are Blind Hem Stitch stretch Shell Stich Scallop Stitch Cut Out Work Edging Applique 7O ...

Page 72: ... 2 Measure turn up your hem and pin NOTE For light weight fabrics you may need a double fold 3 Fold the material wrong side out on the edge to be stitched as shown leaving 1 8 of the finished hem edge showing 4 Turn the sliding guide screw so that the sliding guide is very close 1 16 to the left side of the blind hem foot 5 Place the fold of the hem against the sliding guide so that the 1 8 extend...

Page 73: ...ell stitching can be used to finish hems sleeve and neck openings Shell tucking can be used to create scalloped tucks on blouses and lingerie 72 Continued f y 112 J y Here s How 1 For best effect Woven Fabrics 2 set the stitch width and length as you desire you may need to tighten the top thread slightly allow the needle to just clear the folded edge of the fabric when it zigzags If you sew rows o...

Page 74: ...port while stitching You can also use this scallop stitch to sew decorative edgings on the hemlines of dresses or sleeves il j Here s How 1 2 Sew your scallops at least 3 8 from the folded edge After stitching trim fabric close to the stitching Be careful not to cut the thread Helpful Hints For thin fabrics Use a single layer of fabric with a tear away backing for support while stitching For hemli...

Page 75: ... sew around each piece with stitch pattern _ NOTE You may also use a satin stitch 4 When sewing curves leave the needle in the fabric raise the presser foot and turn the fabric 5 Lower the presser foot and stitch Here s How For Cut Out Work 1 Choose a simple design and trace the outline on the right side of the fabric 2 Place a piece of tulle or organdy under the design and pin in place NOTE You m...

Page 76: ... fabrics You can use it to sew spandex under garments or decoratively hem elastic fabric You may also use this stitch in patchwork quilting e _ 0 4 oI 0 0 _ O 0 _ o _ 0 0 l 1t7 It_ 1 _ o O O o e e e e o_ o o e O_ e i o 0 o i0 _ 0 o o o o _0o _0 0 Here s How 1 Sew this pattern on a seam that is already joined and pressed flat 2 Butt two folded edges together and use this stitch to join them 75 ...

Page 77: ... and add design interest For other stitches that may be used in fagoting see stitch patterns _ p 75 76 Continued Here s How 1 2 3 Right side of fabric Paper Fold under each fabric edge 1 2 and press Pin the two edges to paper or tear away backing 1 8 apart Sew slowly guiding the fabric so the needle catches the folded edge on each side Helpful Hint You may want to set the stitch on 7 0 for maximum...

Page 78: ... and waists In children s clothing this stitch is especially helpful because it reduces bulk Here s How 1 Slide a piece of 1 8 elastic under the foot then up through the slot in Foot F satin stitch 2 Sew the elastic on the wrong side of the fabric pulling it gently to avoid sewing through the elastic 3 Pull on the elastic to gather the fabric and bartack at both ends 77 ...

Page 79: ...h and length as you desire Practice the stitch on a scrap of fabric Mark the lines for decoration on the fabric using a washable fabric marker Lower the needle at the starting point Lower the presser foot Lock the stitch at the beginning press auto lock Gently guide the fabric along the marked line Use the auto lock to secure the row of stitches at the end Helpful Hint You may want to combine thes...

Page 80: ...ay fabric backing for support 3 Adjust the stitch width and length as you desire to match the pattern you have or plan 4 Find the center of the design or if the design is a border choose a starting point 5 Count the cross stitches from the center up and program the number See p 8 3 Pattern Single Units Use Auto Lock to begin and end For Cross Stitching Without a Pattern 1 Start in the center of th...

Page 81: ...ree times the finished width 3 Set the stitch length control button at 4 5 and sew rows of straight gathering stitches 3 8 apart across the area to be smocked Loosen the needle thread tension to make gathering easier 4 Knot the threads along the edge 5 Pull the bobbin threads and distribute the gathers evenly 6 Secure the threads at the other end 7 Sew the decorative stitches of your choice betwee...

Page 82: ... stitch fills in outlined embroidery designs Here s How 1 Outline the pattern with a Satin Stitch Set stitch width at 1 5 Set stitch length at 0 3 or as you desire 2 Fill in the design with the sand stitch 3 Decrease the stitch width to fill in small spaces 4 Sew in rows starting at the edge until the pattern is filled in 81 ...

Page 83: ...ther stitches You must press Auto Lock to lock the decorative or any other stitches 82 Two Cycle Stitching To sew two of any stitch pattern press the memory button twice after selecting the stitch pattern numbers NOTE Continue to press the foot control until the machine stops automatically Combine Stitch Patterns _ Press the Auto Lock _ 2 Press Memory _ 3 Press the stitch pattern 4 Press Memory E_...

Page 84: ...t _2 _ _ _5 _6 _ _B The patterns shown in the upper column are the units of each pattern sewn when the memory button is touched once Each buttonhole is automatically locked at the end Auto Lock stitch is already programmed on the buttonhole stitching but on no other stitch patterns shown here 83 ...

Page 85: ...ve stitch patterns are uneven when you sew on a particular fabric adjust them with the feed balance dia _ Compressed Patterns Correct by turning the feed balance dial toward the Use the large screw driver in vour accessory box t _ Drawn Out Pattern Correct by turning the feed balance dial toward the 84 ...

Page 86: ...locked at the beginning and end so you can clip connecting threads 59 51 51 G2 59 6LI 55 66 6 1 6g oL 4 n y_ _ _ el _ _ _ 69 1o it 12 13 1_ is 76 V _ _ o The chart above shows where to clip the connecting threads and where each pattern starts marked by o You can program words and sentences in the same way as you program other stitch patterns Press the memory button after each stitch pattern select...

Page 87: ...eedle comes to point see illustration and the indicator screen shows pattern release the foot control at once 4 Adjust the stitch width and length as desired NOTE Good proportions are Stitch Width 4 to 7 Stitch Length 1 5 to 2 5 5 Press the foot control again 6 Your remaining letters will be smaller Decrease the size of the numbers in the same way 86 ...

Page 88: ... sobrecostura en la aguja usted puede variar el efecto Recomendamos usar aguja de sobrecosmra cuando use hilo de sobrecostura Bordure ddcorative Une bordure ddcorative peut ayer une jupe ou une blouse R lage de la machine Nombre de fils 3 Nombre d aiguilles 1 EnIever l aiguille de droite Le rapport du diffdrentiel 1 0 Longueur du point 3 g_4 I_nsion du fil de aiguilIe de gauche jaune 2 gt5 7 nsion...

Page 89: ...bobbin case and shuttle Improper bobbin case threading Breaking Bobbin Thread Lint in bobbin case or shuttle Darning plate in place Remove darnlng plate Light pressure on presser foot Increase pressure on presser foot Fabric not Moving Thread knotted under fabric Place both threads back under presser foot before beginning to stitch Push pull clutch is disengaged Push in the clutch Thread caught in...

Page 90: ...machine and open the face cover CAUTION The light bulb will be HOT Protect your fingers when you handle it 2 3_ Push the bulb up and turn the bulb counter clockwise to remove it Put the new bulb in by turning clock wise and pushing up 89 ...

Page 91: ...t Your machine can become sluggish or knock loudly if a thread is caught Follow these directions 1 Turn off the power or unplug the machine 2 Remove the bobbin cover plate by firmly pulling it toward you 3 Remove the bobbin 4 Brush or vacuum the dust and lint out of the bobbin holder 5 Replace the bobbin Slide on the bobbin cover plate by pushing it into the grooves 9O ...

Page 92: ...he large screw driver from your accessory box 4 Remove the needle plate 5 Take out the bobbin Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it 6 Use the lint brush in the accessory box to clean the feed dogs hook race and bobbin ho der Also use a soft dry cloth Red marks 7 J Line up the red marks and place the bobbin holder so the knob fits next to the stopper in the hook race as shown above 91 ...

Page 93: ...g the two screws A and B under the free arm Fig 1 3 Oil at the arrows shown in the illustration Fig 2 NOTE No other oiling is required 1 Oil at those points indicated by short arrows in the illustration above No other oiling is required DO NOT REMOVE the top cover or base cover No customer service is required in these areas 92 ...

Page 94: ...PARTS LiST 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 93 ...

Page 95: ...20822013 823801004 822508005 822804004 820817015 823803006 822801O01 820801005 822019004 822020OO8 6864 6797 6830 41670 41669 6889 802424004 823805008 Bobbin box with 10 bobbins Thread spool pin Quilter Spool pin felt No 1 1 Stretch fabric needles BLU No 1 1 Single needles ORG No 14 Single needles RED No 16 Single needles PUR No 18 Single needles GRN Needle clamp with screw Sliding buttonhole foot...

Page 96: ... Face cover plate 5 Fagoting 44 48 76 Feather stitching 48 75 Feed balance dial 6 8 68 Foot control 6 8 Foot holder 22 Foot storage compartment 12 Free arm sewing 10 11 G Gathering 55 H Hand wheel 5 K Knit stitching 64 L Light and power switch 7 Light bulb 89 M Memory button 31 Monogramming 85 86 Multiple zigzag stitching 46 62 N Needle 16 17 Needle clamp 17 Needle plate 5 35 Needle position 32 Ne...

Page 97: ...h adjustment 32 33 Stitch length width indicator 28 32 33 Stitch length width control buttons 28 32 33 Stitch pattern chart 45 49 Stitch width adjustment 32 Straight stitching 45 50 55 Straight stitch button 28 31 Straight stretch stitching 45 57 Stretch stitching 44 56_58 63 64 72_77 80 81 Thread guide 6 24 Thread tensions 26 27 Thread tension dial 5 26 Top cover 5 Topstitching 51 52 Top thread 2...

Page 98: ...cluding motor wiring switch and speed control FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS For 90 days from the date of purchase Sears will free of charge replace any parts and provide mechanical service necessary for proper operation of the sewing machine except for normal maintenance To obtain warranty service described above SIMPLY CONTACT THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERV ICE CEN...

Page 99: ... number of your Sewing Machine will be shown on your nomenclature prate on the back of your Sewing Machine See page 6 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 ROEBUC...

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