Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 385.1884180 Sears
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OWNER'S MANUAL S _A/RS SEWING MACHINE MODEL 385. 1884180.
SEARS CANADA |NC, Dear Customer: You have just invested m a very fine zigzag sewing machme. Before using your new Kenmore machine, please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructtons on how to operate and care for your machine.
SECTION 1. SECTION 2. SECTION 3. TABLE KNOW YOUR MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet _sAvailable ............. 2 Locate and Identify the Parts ................. 2_3 Identify the Accessories ....................... 4 PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Set Up the Machine .
SECTION 1. KNOW YOUR MACHINE A Portable Case or Cabinet is Available A full line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our general catalog. Another option , , buy a Carrying Case : = then your Kenmore goes anywhere, can be stored any- where.
Arm Cover Plate Carrying Handle Presser Foot Thumb Screw Thread Guide Needle Clamp Presser Foot Hand Wheel Push-Pull Clutch Stitch SeSector Strelch Stitch Adjuster Presser Foot Lever Free Arm Snap-on .
Bobbin Buttonhole opener Needle set Lint brush Darmng plate Large st:rew dr_ver Smell screw driver / Spool pin telt Quilter Straight stitch foot Sliding % buttonhoSe foot Satin stitch foot Zipper foot Blind hem stitch foot -%, Overedge foot Buttonhole loot Buttonhole gutde p,a,o / _'_.
Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power Power supply plug Power / supply NOTE: Plug connector Machine plug Before inserting the plug into your machine, be sure the power switch is OFF t. Check your outlet to be sure it is a 110to 120 Volt AC outlet, 2.
j Your machine has two ranges of speed--a low range for slower, intricate work and a high one for faster, general work. On the low setting the machine will sew no faster than approximately two4hird the speed of the high one, even when the foot control is fully depressed.
= Setting Spool Pins r _poo_ p,N fe,t_ The spool pros are used for holding the spools of thread in order to feed thread to the machine. To use, pult up the spool pins, Place _he spool felt on the pros. Push down for storage, = Adjust the Presser Foot Lever The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your presser foot.
o Accessory Storage Box J The lid of the accessory storage box lifts open toward you. Sewing accessories are conveniently located inthe box. = Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table To remove: To Remove the Extension Table (for free-arm sewing) 1.
* Stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs, or any circular garment area. * Darning socks or mending knees, elbows, or areas ofwear in children's clothes.
The Presser feet are an important feature of this machine. You need to know what each foot does in order to use them effectively. Your presser foot is held in place by a Foot Holder. Each presser foot merely snaps on the foot holder, which is seldom removed.
To Snap On G To Snap On the Presser Foot; 1. Place the presser foot so the hori- zontal pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder. 2. Lower the presser foot holder to lock the presser foot in place. NOTE: If you do not hear the presser foot snap in place, press down on the presser foot holder firmly until you hear the snap.
o Presser Foot Types (Continued) Sliding Buttonhole Foot % Sliding buttonhole foot J Use this foot for buttonholes of buift-ln system. It is marked to measure your buttonhofes accurately. Uses: Buttonhole making {see page 45). Zipper Foot E: Zipper foot This foot can be set to sew on each side of your zipper.
Blind Hem Stitch Foot G; Blind hem stitch foot Use this foot for perfect blind hemming. The foot has ridges on the bottom to keep the fabric from slipping and a guide screw on top to guide the folded edge of your hem.
= Presser Foot Types (Continued) Buttonhole Foot Buttonhole foot Use this foot when making buttonholes with buttonhole attachment system. Uses: Buttonhole making tsee page 48) 14 Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing. tn your needle case, you will find the following color-coded needles: Btue (t 1 ) .
Fabric, Needte, Thread and : FABRIC Lightweight: Batiste, Dimtty, Chiffon, Silks, Fine Lace° Organza, Crepe, Tar{eta, Voile, Organdy Medium Wetght: Cotton, Cotton Blends, Percale_ G ingham_ Shantung, Pique, Seersucker, Satin.
= To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine 1. Gently push down on the bobbin cover plate and slide =t towards you. 2. Set aside. 3. Lift out the bobbin, as shown. 16 = Wind the Bobbin 3lurch I. Put your spool of thread onto spool pin, with the thread winding in the direction sh own.
Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Hotder 1. J Put the bobbin into the bobbin holder so that the thread feeds counter-clockwise (left)_ 2_ 7 Pull about 4 inches of thread 3. toward you through the tension slot @. Then pull the thread clockwise toward the back of the machine through the slot @ .
o Thread Your Needle II I II l --I l I ,,PI, 7 I I I The numbered steps above follow the numbers on the illustrations. Dotted lines show places where the thread loops and then is pulled tight. ] Raise take-up lever to its highest position by turning hand wheel toward you.
Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread Raise presser foot lever. Hold needle thread loosely in left hand and rotate handwheet toward you one complete turn, 2. Bring bobbin thread up by pulling top thread, 3. Pull both threads under and to the back of the presser foot, leaving 4 to 6 inches of thread clear.
m Adjust the Top Thread Tension Top side of fabric Top ___ thread SelUng mark Tighlen For Straight Stitch The ideal straght stttch witl have threads locked between the two layers of fabric, as shown above, magnified to show detail.
For Zigzag Stitch in the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See below for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust your top tension.
V Length Stremh Stitch The stitch length controt regulates the length of stitch, and also has a stretch stitches setting. The higher the number, the longer the stitch.
:', Stitch WidthControl The stitch width control regulates the width of the stitch you select. The htgher the number, the wider the stitch. = Three Needle Position f V Width _ 2 3_4 s f ] The stitch width control also regulates the needle positions for straight stitching.
Three Needle Position _ 3 45 o 1 B Left Needle Position Set the dial at left needle position when sewing the edge of the fabric. 23 45 Right Needle Position Set the dial at Right needle position for top stitching when sewing on collar of jacket etc.
J To reverse stitch, hold down this con- trol during sewing. Release to sew forward again. Now that you are famillar with the controls on your machine and wlth the accessories provided for the machine, you are ready to start to sew with your new Kenmore sewing machine.
Stitch Thread Stitch Stitch Stitch Selection Foot and Other Attach. Tension Length Width 2~6 I 26 STRAIGHT ) I l I STRAIGHT STRETCH ZIGZAG RICK-RACK STRETCH BLIND HEM STtTCH I I I I II1 III 111 ill Straight _ilter_'? Darning Zipper Plate foot Straight Zigzag % Zigza9 Blind hem stitch Needle Check Chart onp.
Stitch OVERCAST STRETCH THREE-STEP ZIGZAG SMOCKING STITCH SHELL STITCH SERGING Stitch Thread Stitch Selection Tension Width Refer to Page 2_6 3_6 42 < < < o_ ! Foot and Other Attach. Needle Zigzag Check Chart on p_ 15 Zigzag Check Chart onp+ t5 % Zigzag Cheek Chart (_ on p.
Stitch BOX STITCHING ELASTIC STRETCH < / FAGOTING STRETCH PATCH IN G < < < TWO-POINT SHE LL STITCHING L> L> J) Stitch Thread Stitch Stitch Selection Foot and Other Attach. Tension Length Width Uses Refer to Page 3 _ 8 Orange 3 _ 6 Use for overlapping seams.
Stitch HERRING BONE STRETCH TWO-POINT BOX STITCH r _ OVEREDGE STITCH STRETCH STITCH DECORATIVE DECORATIVE GEOMETRICS Stitch Selection L C _ C _ r3 Foot and Other Attach. Zigzag % Zigzag % Zigzag % Zigzag % Satin % Needle Check Chart on p. 155 Check Chart on p.
BUTTONHOLE 17 Q tl, SATIN STITCH D Foot and Other Attach. Sliding buttonhole Buttonhole Satin Needle Check Cha_ on p. 15 Check Cha_ on p. 1__55 Check Chart on p. 155 Thread Stitch Stitch Tension Length Width Uses Refer to Page 2 _ 6 3 _ 6 Buttonholes: also corded buttonholes, 46 _ 47 2_6 3_8 Blue Zone 4 0.
Straight Stitch Set the Machine Stitch width control 0 or(_D 13 5 lop thread tension control 2 to t3 H: Straight foot NOTE: Stitch length control orange zone 4. Stretch Stitch Best sewing results are obtained with the straight stitch foot, but the zigzag foot will also provide acceptable results, and can be used for all needle positions.
Use the Darning Plate Darning plate Sometimes when you sew, you 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 tn the needte plate.
Straight Stitches = Quilting Set the Machine Stitch width contro_ 0 or Stitch length Top thread tension control orange control 2 to 6 zone e Stretch Stitch or H: Straight foot A: Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses Quilting is stitching two layers of fabric together with batting in between to add dimension and warmth.
"; i ; , __ =; _i:i :, _. ! :ii:i::,:_; ;_ i i_! _iil ,i _:i, Set the Machine Top thread tension contro_ 2to6 No presser foot Darning plate Stitch width control 0 or C_ Stitch length control any number (not necessary to adjust} 2 Stretch Stitch 34 Here's How 1.
: Zigzag Stitches : Basle Zigzag Set the Machine Stitch w_dth contro_ I to 6 _3 Top thread tension control 3 to 8 Stitch }ength control Or'e rtge Zone 4 Stretch Stitch A: Zigzag foot The Stitch a.
¸:¸ Satin Stitch Set the Machine Stitch width _controf2tO_l 2 3 4- s e € Top thread teRston (_3 contro_ 3 to 8 Stitch tenglh control 0.5 to 1 Stretch Stitch F: Satin stitch foot Pressure dial: 1 o.
Applique Set the Machine Stitch width control 2 to 6 2 Top thread tens=on control 2 to 6 Stitch length controt 0.5 to 1 2 Stretch Stitch F: Satin sttteh toot Pressure dial: 2 J Baste ior fuse with iron-on fabric joiner) apptique pieces on the fabric.
iii Monogramming Set the Machine Top thread tension control 2 to 6 F_ Satin stitch foot Stitch width control 5 to 6 2 I Stitch length control 0.5 to 0_;_ Herc:'s How 1, 4 2. Stretch Stitch 3. 38 Set the same as satin stitch. Back the fabric with paper or {nterfacing.
Sew a Button Set the Machine Stitch w=dth control 0 _ Top thread tension control 2 to 6 co Stitch length control Any number inot ._ necessary;o adjust) Stretch Stitch A: Zigzag foot Darning plate Use the darning plate for button sewing (see page 32). 1.
Set the Machine Stitch width control 3 to 6 2 1 Top thread tension control 3 to8 C: Overedga foot _D Stitch length control orange zone 2 Stretch Stitch The Stitch and Its Uses ThLs zigzag variation is very useful m garment construction and in finishing raw edges of any sewing project.
Three-Step Zigzag Set tha Machine A: Zigzag foot Stitch width control 5 to 6 Stitch length control 0.5 to 'i Stretch Stitch ]-he Stitch and its Uses The three-step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch. You may use the three-step z_gzag ever¥whe_e you would use the basic zigzag stitch.
Overcast Stretch Stitching Top thread tension controt 2 to 6 Set the Machine Stitch width control 3 to 6 s 3 Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position 2 Stretch Stitch A: Zi£rzeg foot The Stitch and Its Uses This stttch can be used for sewtng a seam wtth an overcast finish.
Fop thread tension control 2 to 6 Blind Hem Stitch Foot G Set the Machine Stitch width control 2 to :3 2 3 # 0 _ Stitch length control orange zone 2 Stretch Stitch I/4" Light '_L,JWhen the Weight _, I needle Fabric t/4" ,'_ ,_ comes _; to the Heavy Weight Fabric 1.
Set the Machine Fop thread tension controt 2 to 6 A: Zigzag foot Stitch width control 2 to 3 1 Z 3 4- 5 c_ Stitch _ength control ! 2 Stretch Stitch J ilili!!ii!iiilji Lace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and _ingerie. Table linens and pillows become more elegant wh_,m trimmed w_th _ace.
= Learningto Sew Buttonholes With your Kenmore sewing machine you have two methods of making buttonholes. You may use the built-in system or you may use the snap-in automatic buttonhole attachment system, Choose the buttonhole style 1. Built-in bottonholes (rectangular).
Set the Machine Stitch w_dth r _ "_ control 3 to 6 Stitch length _31 controt Blue zone F==_ top thread tension controt 2 to 6 __ Stretch Stitch Stiding buttonhole foot Ad usting the Stitch Densit.
m 4. a. Set the stitch selector at I_! b. Sew 4 to 6 stitches. c. Stop sewing at the right stitch. [1 5° a. Set the stitch selector at I_l b. Sew until you reach the back of the buttonhole. c. Stop sewing at the right stitch. 6. a. Set the stitch selector at b.
Buttonhole Attachment System For more varied and accurate buttonholes, you will enjoy using the button- hole attachment and templates. Know the parts read carefully how to set up your machine properly. You will need these items for the buttonhole attachment system.
Set the Machine Stitch w_dth a _ Top thread tension control 2 to 6 Buttonhole toot Stitch length control 4 2 Stretch Stitch Helpful Hints You can obtain best results to use #60 _ #80 light weight threads as bobbin thread. NOTE: It is advisable to use a blue stretch fabric needle when sewing knits and synthetic fabrics.
2o a. b, C. Buttonh_e guide ptete ! _,T_-- Template G_d _ I "_ _ / ""Catch I. I Setting Mark Gu de bock "'" _'_ _" _,-.----- Gear '=::: " Base plate When you have selected the template with the size and style button- hole you need, slide the template into the guide plate.
4. ab b. C_ d. eL NOTE: Marked buttonhole Cerl[er marking" Fabric Measurement markings Mark your buttonhole position carefully on the garment. Placing your garment behind the machine, insert it between the guide plate and the buttonhole foot as shown.
Fabric Preparation: Put the top sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the zipper opening. Use the reverse to lock the stitches. Sew the zipper opening with stitch length at "4"&.
8, Open the zipper. 9, Lower the presser foot and stitch the rest of the seam, 10.C_ose the zipper and turn the fabric top side up. 1, Remove the zipper foot and attach the presser bar to the left pins on the zipper foot. 12. Stitch across and below the bot- tom of the zipper.
Top thread tension eontro| 4 to 9 F: Satin stitch foot Set the Machine Stitch width control 3 to 6 2 3 Stitch length control orange zone Stretch Stitch _ J The Stitch and Its Uses The Shell Stitch is formed by sewing a blind hem over forded fabric. Several rows of shell stitching are called shell tucks.
Smocking Set the Machine Top thread tenston :ontro! 2 to 6 A: Zigzag foot Stitch width control 3 to 6 2 3 Stitch length control yeitow stretch stitch pOSJl[lOn Stretch Stitch With the stitch length at "4", sew straight stitching lines 3/8'" apart across the area to be smocked.
Sot the Machine Top thread tension :ontrol 3 to 8 Stitch width control 5 to 6 2 C_ Stitch length control 0.5 to 2 Stretch Stitch A: Zigzag foot The Stitch and Its Uses Use this stitch to iota two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add design interest.
Stitch Sot the Machine St_l;ch width control 3 to 6 Top thread tension control 3 to 6 A: Zigzag toot _OO Stitch length control yellow stretch stitch position Stretch Stitch Sot the Machine Stitch widt.
¸¸ Set rite Machine Stitch width control 3 to 6 z 3 ,_ o e TOp thread tension (3D control 3 to B A: Zigzag foot Stitch length control to2 Stretch Stitch i!iii ¸!iii:iii¸_i_i i ........... _ Thi,.; stitch is useful for elastic fabrics to join them together.
Decorative StretchPatterns Set the Machine Top thread tenslon controt 2 to 6 A: Zigzag foot Stitch width control 3 to 6 Stitch length controt yellow stretch stitch positron Stretch Stitch The Stitch and Its Uses Decorative stretch patterns can be used for adding creative and personaiised touch to the items you sew for your home and family.
Set the Machirt_ I Top thread tension control 3 to8 F: Satin stitch foot Stitchw_dth control 3 to 6 co Stitch length contro_ green ZOn_ Stretch Stitch The Stitches and The,r Uses These stitches are pu rely decorative. You can sew one row or severa[ or vary the stitch width and length for special effects.
;:Whatto DO when PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Irregular Stitches Breaking Needle Bunching of Thread Puckering _ncorrect s_ze needle. Improper threading, Loose upper thread tension.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION incorrect s_ze needle, Choose correct s_ze needle for thread and fabNc. SMpping Stitches Bent or blunt needle, insert new needle. Incorrect setting of needle. Reset needle. Tight upper thread tension, Loosen upper thread tension.
Bulb To insure that your machrne operates at its best, you need to keep the essential parts clean at all times. The bobbin area can attract dust and lint. Your machine can become sluggish or knock loudly if a thread is caught, 1. Unplug the machine and open the face cover.
Open face cover plate and oil points as shown below at least once a year. On or two drops of oil is sufficient. Remove excess oil, otherwise it may stain fabrics, 1. Unplug the machine and remove the presser foot and needle. 2. Remove the bobbin face cover plate.
PARTS LIST ! 2 3 4 % 5 7 8 % 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 J 65.
All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears store or service center. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: 1. PART NUMBER 2.
INDEX A Accessory storage box ............ 2, 8 Appliqueing ................... 26, 37 B Bar tacking ................. 26, 37 Base .......................... 2 Base plate ................ 4, 48, 65_-66 Basic zigzag ......... .......... 26, 35 Blind hemming .
Thread cutter ..................... 2, 7 Thread guide ................. 2_3, 18 Three-step zigzag ................ 27, 41 Topstitching ................. 26, 32 Top thread ................... 18_21 Top thread tension .............. 20_2t Top thread tension control .
SETTING UPYOUR MACHINE 1. You'll find spool pins on the top cover, Pull up the spool pins and place the spool pin felt on the pins. 2 Plug foot control into machine receptacle_ Then connect cord into any 1!0 -" t20 volt A.
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PRACTICAL STITCH CHART ' 2, LENGTH 3, WIDTH 4. TENSION 5. PRESSER STITCH 1. SELECTOR DIAL ! DIAL [ CONTROL FOOT STRA 'G H T ...................... ii ---- ORANG El zO N _ ............ O OR _ 2T06 _ l l l H' ' ZIGZAG VVV ORANGE ZONE I TO6 I 3T08 A i BLIND < " N_,.
WARRANTY FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD .-= For 25 years from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, repair defects in material or workmanship which appear # _ in the sewing m.
SEWING MACHINE Now that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply (:ontact your nearest Sears Serwce Center, Be sure to 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 Machi-,e.
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