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Страница 1: ...Kenmope SEWING MACHINE 16951 OWNER S MANU ...

Страница 2: ...ults and avoid unnecessary service 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 remember if you have questions about your machine always mention the model number and serial number when you inquire Kenmore Sewing Machine Record in space provided below the model number and serial number of thi...

Страница 3: ... corner Zigzag stitching 20 Checking tensions Overcasting Interfacing darts UTILITY AND STRETCH STITCH SEWING Buttonhole making 22 Blind hemming 24 Shell stitching 25 Box stitching 26 Fagoting Two point shell stitching 27 Satin stitching Appliqueing 28 Zipper application 29 Mending Darning 30 Button sewing Bar tacking 31 Stretch stitching 32 Adjusting stretch stitch balance Straight stretch Rick r...

Страница 4: ... Bobbin Winder Face Cover Plate Extension Table Thread Guide Presser Foot Thumb Screw Needle Plate Thread Guide Needle Clamp Screw Thread Spool Pins Stretch Stitch Adjuster_4_ Light and Power Switch_ _ Electric Cord Receptacle_ 4_ Presser Foot Lever Free Arm Nomenclature Plate Bobbin Cover Plate 2 ...

Страница 5: ...Stitch Width Control 3 Stitch Length Control 4 Stitch Selector i Top Thread Tension Control 5 Reverse Stitch Lever i _ _i _II I _ I_ _ II I I III _ii_ ii _i _il i_ ii_ i _ _ _iiii _II_ i iiiii_i _iil _I 3 ...

Страница 6: ..._ACCESSOR_ S _ ACC ESSO R l ES Accessory box Buttonhole opener Large screw driver _ Satin stitch foot _ Buttonhole guide foot Darning plate Straight stitch foot Zipper foot Foot control Owner s manual 4 ...

Страница 7: ...on spool pin discs and felts as shown in illustration Spool Pin fett isc _ Spoo pin CONVERTING TO FREE ARM SEWING To utilize free arm feature for sewing tubular material remove the extension table from the machine To return to flat bed sewing reposition the extension table inserting tabs of the base into slot of the machine 5 ...

Страница 8: ... 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 PRESSER FOOT LEVER To aid you in the placement of heavy fabrics under the presser foot the lever can raise foot beyond the normal up pos...

Страница 9: ...er Loosen the presser foot thumb screw choose the proper foot insert from the bottom Tighten the screw using the large screw driver to make certain the foot is secure SPEED CONTROL PLUG insert the foot control plug onto the three prong connector as shown at the left Connect the cord plug into any 1 0 120 volt AC wall outlet 7 ...

Страница 10: ...area If you re inter rupted or stop sewing turn off light power switch SEWING LIGHT 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 bulb in and turn it clockwise NOTE First unplug the machine prior to re moving and replacing the bulb Be...

Страница 11: ...ND ING ALONG THE RIGHTSIDE OF THE NEEDLE PLATE 1S THE ALL IM PORTANT 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 DARNING PLATE There are a few times when you want to control the feeding of the fabric yourself Raise needle to its highest position and raise presser foot Place darning plate over n...

Страница 12: ...ii ii i i iiii ii iii i i i ii ii i i ii i ii ii i SIZE AND THREAD SIZE Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Fine Mercerized Cotton i Silk A 50 MerCerized Cotton Polyester Core Cotton Wrap Silk A Buttonhole Twist l_i _ ii_i_i_ _ _ _ _ _ i _ i i_iii 8 GREEN 1 Use as top thread only FABR iC NEED LE RECOMMENDED STITCH LENGTH SETTING 12 stitches per inch 10 to 12 stitches per inch 6 stitches per inch 10 to 12 s...

Страница 13: ...oint The exact length of your needle is shown at left Be sure you never use one in your machine that is not this exact length PLACEMENT OF NEEDLE Raise needle bar to its highest position by turning the hand wheel toward you Loosen the needle clamp screw Holding 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 clam...

Страница 14: ...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 et_d of thread start machine When bobbin is slightly filled snip off end of thread 5 Wind thread until winder stops Remove bobbin Clip thread 6 Push in Push pull Clutch to engage clutch 12 ...

Страница 15: ...it toward you while pushing it down slightly 3 Insert bobbin into shuttle making sure bobbin rotates counter clockwise 4 Pull 4 inches of thread through tension slot of bobbin case and toward back of machine as shown 5 Close the bobbin cover plate allowing thread to emerge through slot in needle plate 13 ...

Страница 16: ...n with thread coming from the back of the spool Draw thread through thread guide 2 Draw thread into threading channel toward you 3 Draw thread down channel and around the spring wire as shown 4 Draw thread up through take up lever 5o Draw thread down and into thread guide 6 Thread then is slipped into needle bar thread guide 7 Thread needle from front to back 14 ...

Страница 17: ...by pulling upper thread 3 Pull both threads under and to the back of the presser foot leaving 3 to 4 inches of thread clear If you cannot pick up bottom thread by following steps given above then check 1 is needle threaded from front to back 2 Is thread tangled around needle 3 Is there 3 to 4 inches of thread coming from the shuttle 4 Is thread from shuttle tangled 15 ...

Страница 18: ...quired 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 Use the straight stitch function as shown at the right i _ i i _ _i i i i i i ideai straight stitch will have threads locked betwe...

Страница 19: ... during the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam 3o 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 ...

Страница 20: ... that holds the garment together Much of this stitching is visible on the outside of the garment and therefore must be good Iooking The best length stitch to use for medium weight fabrics is 10 t2 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...

Страница 21: ...r and complete seam When you reach the end press the reverse lever down again and sew back over 1 2 inch of completed seam TURNING A SQUARE CORNER To turn a square corner 5 8 from 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 pla...

Страница 22: ...Presser foot This type of stitching greatly expands the use of your machine_ This is the feature that enables you to overcast seams applique and sew on buttons Simply use the settings indicated in the illustration for the simple zigzag Follow directions given in the following pages for more specific uses 2O ...

Страница 23: ...nate puckering of soft fabrics UNDESIRABLE DESIRABLE TOP SIDE OF FABRIC Fig 1 Fig 2 I I I t I OVERCASTING This is one of the more frequently used zigzag stitches in garment 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 stitched Stitch so the needl...

Страница 24: ...r 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 gra duations are 1 5 apart Graduations act as referen...

Страница 25: ...ch selector at I_and sew the other side of the buttonhole until you approach the top marking of the buttonhole Stop sewing at the left stitch Raise the needle to its highest position 5o Set stitch selector at Z Z_ again and bartack 5 or 6 stitches to finish the buttonhole Always make a practice buttonhole on a scrap of fabric you plan to use Try the buttonhole with the button you will use Always u...

Страница 26: ...ot Fig 3 3 Place garment under presser foot in such a way that narrow zigzag stitches will be sewn on extended edge The wide zigzag stitch should just catch the fold of the garment Fig 3 Right Side of Finished Hem Edge Fig 2 2 Fold garment away from hem leav ing I 8 of hem edge extending Fig 2 Fig 4 4 Press both sides of the finished hem The right side of the garment wilt show only the blind stitc...

Страница 27: ...ser foot i Stitch selector This stitch used on the edge of nylon tricot makes an attractive edge stitch called Shell Stitching When sewing this stitch allow needle to just clear the right edge of the fabric when it zigzags You may need to tighten top thread tension slightly to obtain desired effect 25 ...

Страница 28: ...ng or binding elastic fabrics and stretch lace lingerie stretch knit The stitch is decorative as well as useful DECORATIVE EDG ING Turn the raw edge under 2 and press Place the fabric right side up with the middle of the turnover under the center of the presser foot so that the stitch sews on to the fold and just over the raw edge underneath 26 ...

Страница 29: ... To prepare the fabric Fold under the seam allowances on the cut edges and press_ Baste folded edges to tissue paper with about 1 8 space between Stitch over the I 8 allowance just catching the fabric fold on both sides with needle Remove bastings and paper press TWO POINT SHELL STITCHING t A SETTINGS Stitch Selector r Stitch Length Control Green to 12 Stitch Width Control 3 to 5 Top Thread Tensio...

Страница 30: ...e 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 material will be eliminated and the bobbin thread will not be visible on the top side of the fabric It is best to practice a sample design on a fabric scrap before sewing design on garment APPL_QUEING SETTINGS Same as with Satin Stitching Select an appli...

Страница 31: ...ring the foot 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 Follow the zipper manufacturer s instructions After zipper has been inserted finish sewing seam by shifting foot to side position sewing through side notch CORDING Foot can also be used t...

Страница 32: ...N GS I Stitch Selector Stitch Length Control 8 to 10 Stitch Width Control 0 Top Thread Tension Control 3 to 6 Presser Foot Pressure 0 Zigzag Presser Foot Use Darning plate See page 9 Stretch fabric between embroidery hoops with hole centered Lower presser bar and sew at a slow speed moving fabric back and forth with a steady rhythm to cover darning area When it is covered turn fabric 1 4 a turn an...

Страница 33: ... 4_ 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 garment and tie m i _ m h IH h 1 i i I i I AR TACKING SETTINGS Stitch Selector _ Stitch Length Control Green Stitch Width Control 1 to 5 Top Thread Tension Control 0 to 4 Zigzag Pr...

Страница 34: ... Herring Bone Stretch 32 ADJUSTING STRETCH STITCH BALANCE In stretch stitch sewing the stretch stitch adjuster should usually be in a neutral position between and or I_ position When sewing some fabrics you may need to adjust this control to balance the stitches for appearance sake If design seems open like the illustrations to the left adjust the control slightly toward until design looks like th...

Страница 35: ... fabrics that stretch Sew as you do with regular straight stitch seaming The seam may be pressed open as with 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 c...

Страница 36: ...n control 0 to 4 iii Presser foot Stitch length Any number not necessary to adjust Stitch width 2to 5 Stitch selector Sew on stretch fabrics in any area that you might use a zigzag stitch This stitch can be used as a decorative top stitch as well 34 ...

Страница 37: ...m with an overcast finish It is used for seams of 3 8 to 1 4 The seam is formed and finished in one operation It must be used when you are making swimwear ski pants and other garments that require stretch_ Fig 1 shows the raw edge finished 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 Fig I 35 ...

Страница 38: ...t necessary to adjust Stitch width 3to 5 Presser foot a Stitch selector 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 smocking a garment the stitch ing should be done before the piece is sewn into the garment 36 ...

Страница 39: ... to adjust Top thread tension control 0 to 4 Stitch width 3to5 Stitch selector Presser foot tll _ t11 2 The serging or pine leaf stitch is similar to one used by garment industry in making sportswear It is particularly useful when sewing swimwear ski and other sports garments 37 ...

Страница 40: ... to adjust Stitch width 3to 5 Presser foot Stitch selector Use this versatile stitch to insert elastic in garments Simply stitch elastic into place making sure it is evenly spaced_ To do this mark the correct length piece into quarters then match these markings with center front and side seams 38 ...

Страница 41: ...sive knits this recipe will save you big money It can be decorative too When you want patches to show HERRING BONE STRETCH SETTINGS 5 Stitch Selector Stitch Length Control Any number not neces sary to adjust Stitch Width Control 5 Top Thread Tension Control 0 to 4 Zigzag Presser Foot Use as hemming stitch for blankets tablecloth and draperies Place the fabric right side up and sew 3 8 from the edg...

Страница 42: ... 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 easi y 2o 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 4o Sewing in elastic casings in skirts or pan...

Страница 43: ...le plate or polish off burrs completely Do not pull fabric guide it gently Choose correct Size needle for thread and fabric Reset needle_ Reset presser foot When Starting a seam be Sure to draw both threads under and back of presser foot about 4 and hold until a few stitches are formed Reset thread tensions s Increase pressure on presser foot Upper thread and bobbin thread should be Same size and ...

Страница 44: ...d machine Lo0sen upper thread tension Choose correct size needle for thread and fabric Insert new needle Replace needle plate or polish off burrs completely Check bobbin threading Clean bobbin and Shuttle Remove darning plate Increase pressure on presser foot Place both threads back under presser foot before beginning to stitch Push in the clutch Disassemble and clean shuttle ...

Страница 45: ...liding toward you Using a screw driver remove needle plate cover Fig 1 2 Remove the shuttle by lifting up and out 3 Using a small brush remove the lint that accumulates in and around the feed dogs and shuttle area And put a drop of oil to the point indicated by arrow 4 Insert the shuttle into the shuttle race making sure to line up red arrows as illustrated in Fig 4 The bobbin should be fully seat...

Страница 46: ...OILING UNDER ARM COVER PLATE Remove arm cover plate to oil points indicated in top of machine head To remove cover plate loosen up two top screws and lift the cover plate as illustrated below ...

Страница 47: ...OILING UNDERSIDE Tilt machine head back and remove bottom covers by loosening two screws A and B as shown below Then place one or two drops of Kenmore sewing machine oil at each point 45 ...

Страница 48: ...OILING JN FACE COVER PLATE Open face cover plate and oil points in illustration 46 ...

Страница 49: ...PARTS LIST 1 2 5 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 2O 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 47 ...

Страница 50: ...650801002 593401008 6757 6864 6797 650166008 6830 41670 41669 6889 802424004 6530 650803004 6811 These items are not furnished with the machine instructions above 48 Descri ption Bobbin box with 10 bobbins Bobbin winder rubber ring Thread spool pin Nylon disc Spool pin felt No 11 Stretch fabric needles BLU No 1t Single needles ORG No 14 Single needles RED No 16 Single needles PUR No 18 Single need...

Страница 51: ...e 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 49 ...

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Страница 55: ...AY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS For 90 days from the date of purchase Sears will charge replace any parts and provide mechanical necessary for proper operation of the sewing machine for normal maintenance free of service except To obtain warranty service described above SIMPLY CONTACT THE NEAREST SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER IN CANADA This warranty applies only while this prod...

Страница 56: ...f your Sewing Machine will be shown on your nomenclature plate on the back of your Sewing Machine See page 2 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 Distribu tion Center for handling_ SEARS CANADA INC TO...

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