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Page 1: ...INSTRUCTIONS MODEL 1232oZIGo ZAG SEWING MACHINE q ...

Page 2: ...ewing results and avoid unnecessary sen ice expense for conditions beyond our control Advice on the operation and care of your machine is always available at your nearest Sears Retail Store Please remembeI any correspondence or reference to your machine must mention tile model number and serial number of your machine Kenmore Sewing Machine Recmd in space provided below tile model number and serial...

Page 3: ...resser Foot Lever Accessories Needles Needle Thread and Fabric Chart Presser Feet 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 t0 tt 12_13 12 13 14 14 15 16 17 17 18 19 20 Section Starting to Sew Garment Construction Stitches S_raight Stitching Zigzag Stitching Stretch Stitching Special Finishing Stitches Satin Stitching Appliqueing Buttonhole Making Zipper Application Button Sewing Bar Tacking Darning Free arm Sewing 2 3 4 5...

Page 4: ...ad Tension Control 7 Face Cover Thread Guide 8 Face Cover Plate 9o Take up Lever t0 Upper Thread Guides 11 Stitch Width Control 12 Stretch Stitch Control 13 Stitch Length Control 14 Reverse Stitch Control 15 Light and Power Switch 16 Extension Table 17 Support Leg 18 Shuttle Cover 19 Free Arm ...

Page 5: ...acle 21 Nomenclature Plate 22 Clutch Knob 23 Hand Wheel 24 Bobbin Winder 25 Thread Spool Pins 26 Bobbin Winder Tension Disc 27 Pressure Regulator 28 Presser FootLever 29 Thread Cutter 30 Presser Foot Thumb Screw 31 Feed Dogs ...

Page 6: ...arry the machine when needed To install machine in carrying case set machine into base with word FRONT in base facing you Fig 2 Piece cover on machine with word SEARS on handle facing you The case slopes in the same direction of the machine Fig 3 Push the speed control plug onto three prong connector Plug machine cord into any 1t0 120 volt walt outlet Turn on power by pushing light and power switc...

Page 7: ... _ _11 i _ _111i _ Fig 1 Fig 2 t Remove the extension table from the machine by folding the support leg up and pulting table to the left Fig 1 2 2 To replace the table simply slide it along the free arm to its originaf position and pIace supporting teg in down position Fig t ...

Page 8: ... th ough hole in bobbin as shown 4 Place bobbin onto bobbin winder shaft with end of thread coming from the top of the bobbin Push bobbin winder shaft to the right until it clicks Holding onto end of thread start machine When bobbin is slightly filled snip off end of thread 5 Start machine Wind thread until bobbin winder shaft releases 6 Tighten clutch knob and remove bobbin ...

Page 9: ... toward you 3 To remove bobbin case from shut tle putt open latch of bobbin case 4 Pul bobbin case straight out of shuttle 5 Insert bobbin into bobbin case making sure thread is coming from bobbin as shown 6 Pull thread through slot of case as shown 7 Pull thread under tension spring 8 Holding latch open position case into shuttle and release latch Case should lock into place when latch is release...

Page 10: ...hown Pull the spring wire loop up and past the top hook until the thread can be slipped into the hook See Fig 2 When the thread is released the spring wire loop wilt re turn to position See Fig 3 with thread in proper place Release spool of thread and continue to thread machine exactly as shown Needle must always be threaded in direction as shown in Fig 4 Hotd needle thread loosety in left hand an...

Page 11: ...e 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 be ing sewn as wel 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 _ Upper threa...

Page 12: ...satisfactory buttheseam is puckered it maybenecessary to loosen thetension onboththetopandbottom threads Be sure tobalance them asindicated onPage 9 When adjusting the tension on the bobbin case make slight adjustments with a screwdriver Turn Counter Clockwise I i C REASE TENSION Turn Clockwise ...

Page 13: ...hread and needle Use different colors of thread on the bobbin and upper spool Sew a line of medium zig zag stitches The bobbin thread should not show on the top of the fabric Adjust the top tension if necessary to achieve the stitcll formation mentioned above UNDESIRABLE __ i_ _I_ II DESIRABLE i iiiil i i TOP SIDE OF FABRIC ...

Page 14: ... the approximate number of stitches per inch The stitch setting you use will be determined by the thickness of the fabric you are sewing A longer stitch setting should be used for thicker fabric or more layers of fabric_ The middle range of the control is the 10 12 stitch per inch range which is the most commonly used A basting stitch is made by using the longest possible stitch setting 6 stitches...

Page 15: ... L T i WIDTH V LENGTH L ...

Page 16: ...REVERSE _II _ ...

Page 17: ...ter 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...

Page 18: ...leave the machine un attended just turn off the switch and the machine cannot be started ac cidentally The sewing light is located in the face cover as shown To replace the bulb turn the light off and open the face cover Push the bulb up and turn the bulb counter clockwise and remove it from the socket Push a new butb in and turn it clockwise NOTE First unplug the machine prior to re moving and re...

Page 19: ... 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 _ i i i i i i i _ ili 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 20: ...store or service center of Sears Roebuck and Co or Simpson Sears Limite This special needle is to be used when sewing certain knits and difficult synthetic fabrics If you experience skipped stitches in any of your sewing use Q Needle F iat side away from you _L _ _i ii i_i i i_iqi i _i Raise needle bar to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward you Loosen the needle clamp screw Holdi...

Page 21: ... 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 t 2 stitches per inch 10 to 12 stitches per inch 8 to t0 stitches per inch 8 stitches per inch 6 stitches per inch I0 for Regular ...

Page 22: ...choose the proper foot insert from the bottom Tighten the screw using the large screw driver to make certain the foot is secure A 8 C You have been gwen a variety of presser feet A Zigzag Foot B Satin Stitch Foot C Zipper Foot NOTE Additionat feet and attachments are available at most large retail stores or through the catalog Please select attachments for left needle position with low bar ...

Page 23: ...ing 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 bul of the material to the left of the needle and the right edge of the material placed on the 5 8 seam marking on ...

Page 24: ...t and therefore must be good looking The best length stitch to use for medium weight fabrics is 10 12 stitches per inch This is in the middle range of the Stitch Length Control You must remember to lengthen the stitch for heavier fabrics multiple layers of 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...

Page 25: ...y expands the use of your machine This is the feature that enables you to overcast seams applique and buttonhole Simply use the settings indicated in the illustration for the simple zigzag Follow directions given in the follow ing pages for more specific uses Fig Fig 2 OVERCASTING This is one of the more frequently used zigzag stitches in garment const ruction You may want to overcast along the ra...

Page 26: ...l 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_ ZDGZAG STRETCH STITC HillllG SETTINGS Stretch Stitch Control Vertical Stitch Width Control 2 to 5 Stitch Length Contro 6 Zigza...

Page 27: ...osen the tension 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 it is well to use a backing of tissue paper or interfacing for a well formed stitch Puckering of the materia wilt be eliminated and the bobbin thread will not be visible on the top side of the fabric As with all special stitches it is best to make a ...

Page 28: ... of garment where buttonholes are placed Tissue paper or regular interfacing can be used Tear paper away after stitching if it is used Mark the buttonhole length at both ends and also the center line See Fig 1 Set Stitch Width Control to Green Zone Stitch forward on left side of buttonhole until desired length is ob tained Stop with needle in fabric on right side of stitching Point A See Fig 2 Rai...

Page 29: ...rol to Green Zone and sew other side of buttonhole stopping a few stitches before desired length and raise needle See Fig 6 Fig 6 Fig 7 Set Stitch Width Control to 5 and make bartack a few stitches See Fig 7 Remove fabric from machine Depending upon the fabrics on which you are sewing or your own preference in buttonholes you may slightly decrease the width of the sides and the spaces in the cente...

Page 30: ...to the right side of the needle INVISIBLE ZIPPER Adjust the foot so the needle is sewing through the center hole of the foot and one groove of the foot is riding on the teeth of the zipper See Fig 2 Fol low the zipper manufacturer s instruc tions After zipper has been inserted finish sewing seam by shifting foot to side position sewing through side notch CORDING Foot can also be used to make cordi...

Page 31: ...eft hole of the button Turn hand wheel again by hand so needle enters second hole Readjust stitch width if necessary Stitch a number of times Finish sewing with an extra two inches of thread remaining Draw these threads to reverse Side of gar ment and tie BAR TACKgNG SETTINGS Stretch Stitch Control Horizontal Stitch Width Control 1 to 5 Stitch Length Control Green Zone Zigzag Presser Foot This sti...

Page 32: ...entered 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 it is covered turn the fabric and sew another layer of stitching across the first layer of stitching ...

Page 33: ...e 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 Applique embroider or hem around edges of cuffs or pants legs 4 Sewing in elastic casings n skirts or _3ants at the waistline ...

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Page 36: ... of dust 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 3 Clean the shuttle race with small brush 4 Put a drop of oil on the center pin of the shuttle and shuttle race see arrows To Replace Shuttle Assembly 1 Position shuttle race as illustrated so that race is fo...

Page 37: ...Remove arm cover plate to oil points indicated in top of machine head To re move cover plate loosen up two top screws and lift the cover plate as illustrated below ...

Page 38: ...ODLI _G Uf _J DE RSI_ E Tilt machine head back and remove bottom covers to oil points indicated on underside of machine To remove bottom covers remove screws A B C and D as shown below D C A ...

Page 39: ...Open face cover plate and oil points in illustration ...

Page 40: ...PARTS LIST 5 4 6 9 I0 lI I4 15 16 17 t8 19 ...

Page 41: ...9 47 6510 6862 t939 8286 2273 6550 6551 6552 6553 6554 6746 36353 40390 6870 593401008 6757 6864 6797 40164 33379 6830 41670 41669 6889 Shuttle Bobbin case Bobbin box with 10 bobbins Bobbin winder rubber ring Thread spool pin Nylon disc Noo 9 Single needles BRN No 11 Single needles ORG No 14 Single needles RED No 16 Single needles PUR No 18 Single needles GRN Q NEEDLES Needle clamp with screw Stan...

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Page 43: ...t of the sewing machine includ ing motor wiring switch and speed control FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS For 90 days from the first day of use in your ilome Sears will free of charge replace any parts and provide mechanical service necessary for proper operation o the sewing machine except for normal maintenance To obtain warranty service described above simply contact...

Page 44: ...our 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 i MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM PART DESCRIPTION if the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be li electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling SEARS ROE...

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