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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section ! Knowing Your Sewing Machine
Identifying Parts ......................................... 2, 3
Installing and Connecting Machine .................... 4
Coverting to Free-arm Sewing .......................... 5
Removing Bobbin Case from Shuttle ................. 6
Winding the Bobbin ....................................... 7
Threading the Bobbin Case ............................. 8
Threading of Top Thread ................................ 9
Using the Controls ................................... 10 - 17
Adjusting Top Tensions, Adjusting Bobbin
Tensions, Checking Tensions, Stitch Length
Control, Stitch Width Control, Reverse Stitch
Control, Special Stitch Variegator, Special Stitch
Dial, Pressure Regulator, Feed Dog Control,
Sewing Light, Seam Guides, Presser Foot Lever
Accessories ............................................ 18 - 20
Presser Feet, Needles, Needle, Thread and
Fabric Chart
Section [[ Starting to Sew
Garment Construction Stitches ...................... 2 -' 4
Straight Stitching, Zigzag Stitching
Stretch Stitching
Special Finishing Stitches ........................... 5- 18
Blind Hemming, Mending, Shell Stitching,
Buttonholing, Button Sewing, Bar Tacking,
Sating Stitching, Appliqueing, Writing and
Monogramming, Darning, Zipper Application,
Box Stitching, Decorative Stitches, Scallop
Stitch, Arrow Head Stitch, Diamond Stitch,
Domino Stitch, Free-arm Sewing
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Guidance for sewing on Stretch Fabrics ............ 1, 2
Checking Performance Problems .................... 3, 4
Section _ Caring For the Machine
Cleaning Feed Dogs and Shuttle ....................... 1
Oiling Under Top Cover Plate ........................... 2
Oiling Underside ................ ; .......................... 3
Oiling in Face Cove Plate ................................. 4
Parts List ................................................... 5, 6
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1, Needle Plate
2, Feed Dogs
3. Presser Foot Screw
4_ Seam Guide Lines
5, Thread Guide
6. Needle Clamp Screw
7. Face Cover Thread Guide
8. Top Thread Tension Control
9, Front Ttlread Guide
10. Thread Take-Up Lever
11. Top Thread Guide
12, RearThread Guide
13, Special Stitch Dial
14. Stitch Width Control
15, Special Stitch Variegator
(Models 19370, 1560, 1521 only)
16, Reverse Stitch Control
17, Stitch Length Control
18, Light and Power Switch
19, Feed Dog Control
20, Leg
21, Extension Table
22. Shuttle Access Hole Lid
(Models 19370, 19371, 1560 only)
23. Shuttle Cover
24, Free Arm
25, ClutchKnob
26, HandWheel
27, BobbinWinder
2,8, ThreadSpoolPins
29, PresserRegulator
30. BobbinWinderTensionDisc
31, FaceCoverPlate
32. PresserFoot Lever
33. ThreadCutter
34, PresserFoot
35, NomenclaturePlate
(locatedon the bottom of machine
Model 19370)
1 To install the machine in cabinet,
position machine head on cabinet
platform so that holes on bottom of
machine match those on boards.
Insert washers and screws and tighten
into place. (Fig, 1)
2, To install machine in portable carrying
case. simply slip machine into base,
making certain the machine and the
words Front in the case face you,
(Fig_ 2)
Place cover on machine with words
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"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 110-120 volt wall outlet.
Turn on power by pushing light and
power switch. (See Fig. 4)
Screw spool pins firmly into place with
a screwdriver. Place nylon discs on
spool pins, Discs and pins are packed
in the accessory box,
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Remove the extension table from the
machine by folding the support leg
up and pulling table to the left,
(Fig. 1, 2)
To replace the table, simply slide it
along the free arm to its original
position and place supporting leg in
down position. (Fig, 1)
4. Pull bobbin case straigl_
shuttle_
See: page
bobbin:
See page 8 for re
bobbin in case.
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1, Release clutch by turning clutch knob
toward you,
2, Draw thread from spool through
bobbin winder tension discs as shown,
3, Putt end of thread through 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
latch against bobbin until it clicks_
Holding onto end of lhread, t_lar_
machine. When bobbin is siighttv fil_ed,
snip off end of thread.
5, Start machine. Wind thread until
bobbin winder latch releases,
6, Tighten clutch knob and remove
bobbin,
Two spool pins have been included with
"this machine to aid in bobbin winding. By
placing a spool of thread on the second
spool pin, you may wind your bobbin
witt_out unthreading the machine°
1, Insert bobbin into bobbin case
making sure thread is coming from
bobbin as shown,
2, Pull thread through slot of case as
shown,
3. Pull thread under tension spring.
4. Turn hand wheel to raise needle to
5_
its highest position, Holding latch
open, position case into shuttle, and
release latch, Case should lock into
place when latch is released,
Hold needle thread loosely in left
hand and rotate hand wheel toward
you one complete turn. Bring bobbin
thread up by pulling upper thread,
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1, Place thread on spool pin as shown,
with the threading coming from the
back of the spool (Fig. 1.-a). Draw
thread through the rear thread guide
(Fig. 1.b, !-c)0 Pass thread through top
thread guide (Fig. led),
2. Holding the spool with the right hand.
pull the thread through tile tension
discs. The spring wire loop should be
pulled up until the thread passes
beyond the beak bf 1he hook. Fig. 2.
3. After the thread has slipped into the
hook. allow the spring wire to return to
position by releasing the thread spool.
Fig. 3.
4. Cor!tinue threading through the front
thread guide, hook thread into take up
lever and down through path _shown in
Fig, 4 and 5,
5. Always thread needle in direction as
shewn iT_Fig. 5,
Probably the most important control on,your machine is this one that regulates your
top thread tension, It consists of discs between which the thread passes. The
pressure on these discs is regulated by _urning the dial. The higher the number, the
tighter the tension,
There are many reasOns for having to reset your tension. The best tension for one
fabric may not be correct for another. The required tension depends upon the
stiffness of the fabric, thickness of the fabric, numbers of layers of fabric being
sewn, as well as the type of stitch you are making.
It is best to test the stitching on a scrap of the fabric you are using before starting to
make a garment as shown below. Use the straight stitch function.
Upper thread too tight
Decrease Tension
Upper thread too loose
increase Tension
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Bobbin tension requires adjusting less frequently than the upper thread tension,
If the stitch is satisfactory but the seam is puckered, it may be necessary to loosen
Lhe tension on both the top and bottom threads. Be sure to balance them as
!ndicated on page 10,
When adjusting the tension on the bobbin case, make slight adjustments with a
_rewdriver+ Correct tensions will produce the stitch shown on page 10.
Turn Clockwise,
The easiestway to check tensions is to sew a medium zig zag stitch on the fabric you
will be using. Use the appropriate type of thread and needle, Use different colors of
thread on the bobbin and upper spool,
Sew a line of zig zag stitches. The bobbin thread should not show on the top of the
fabric,
Adjust the top tension if necessary to achieve the stitch balance as shown below,
UNBALANCED
BALANCED
TOP VIEW
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(Models 19370, !560) (Model 1521)
(Models 1937, 1560) (Model !52!)
Model 152I Model 1560
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in addition to the obvious controls o(your machine there are other small regulators
and controls to aid you in using your sewing machine,
Push down outer ring of presser foot pressure regulator (See above illustration). This
wilt release pressure of presser foot, To increase pressure, push down inner pin until
suitable pressure is obtained, For ordinary sewing, the inner pin should be all the way
down.
fabric, skipped stitches, or
Insufficient pressure may cause poor feeding of the ""
difficulty in guiding the fabric.
When sewing multiple thickness or heavy fabric reduce the pressure. Increase
pressure when sewing lighter weight fabrics. If feed dog or presser foot marks
appear or_ the fabric, reduce the pressure.
The feed dog control is located on the
right front of the machine bedplate,
There are a few times when you want to
control the feeding of the fabric
yourself, When the control is set to the
left, the feed dogs drop and do not
move the fabric,
For most of your sewing the feed dog
control is turned to "UP", (Feed dog up)
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The light and power switch shown at
left provides the electric current for the
motor as well as the light, in or rto
_erate the machine, this switch must
be on,
To turn on the light, depress tile switch,
If you are interrupted while sewing and
must leave the machine unattended,
just turn off the switch and the machine
cannot be started accidentally,
The sewing light is located inside the
face cover plate as shown, To replace
the bulb, push switch to off, unplug
machine and swing the face cover plate
open, Push up on the bulb slightly and
turn bulb to the left, Remove bulb from
socket, Push in new bulb and turn to the
right,
SEAM GL IO£
Seam guides are printed on either side
of the needle plate to aid you in guiding
your fabric, THE GUIDE LINE
EXTENDING ABOVE THE RIGHT SIDE
OF THE NEEDLE PLATE IS THE "ALL
IMPORTANT" 5/8" SEAM LINE,
To aid you in the placement of heavy
fabrics under the presser foot, the lever
can raise foo.t beyond the normal "up"
position. This is also an aid in changing
your presser feet,
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The various presser feet that come with
your Kenmore Sewing Machine are
designed to help you to do every kind of
sewing easily and perfectly.
To change the presser foot:
1, Raise the needle to its highest
position by turning hand wheel
towards you,
2. Raise the presser bar to its highest
position by lifting the presser foot
lever,
3. Loosen the presser foot screw. (You
do not need to remove the screw)
4. Choose the proper foot, Insert from
the front, .....
5, Tighten the screw using the large
screwdriver to make certain the foot
is secure.
You I_ave been given a variety of presser feet:
A, Zigzag Stitch Foot
B. Buttonhole Foot
C, Straight Stitch Foot
D. Zipper Foot
Fiat
- side
away
from
you
Use KENMORE needles, Th_ size of the
needle should conform with the size of
the thread and both should be suitable
to the fabric (See next page].
Never use a bent needle or one with a
blunt point.
Fig, 1, shows you the exact length of
your needle. Be sure you never use one
in your machine that is not this exact
length.
YOU will find among your accessories a
"Q NEEDLE".. with blue shank. This
special needle is to be used when
sewing knits and certain difficult
synthetic fabrics. If you eyperience
in any of yo _: sewing,
use Q NEEDLE ,=.
Raise needle bar to its highest position
by turning the hand wheel toward you.
Loosen the needle clamp screw, Hold_
ing 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 clamp screw with
screwdriver provided in the accessory
kit.
Check the needle-it should be straight, properly set and sharp on the point,
It should be the correct size for the fabric and thread being used. Change your
needle frequently, Many of the new fabrics made of synthetic blends tend to dull
the needles more easily than fabrics made of natural fibers,
Before placing the material on the machine, see that the ends of the threads have
been drawn about 4 inches to the rear of the machine. Hold on to threads during
the sewing of the first 3 or 4 stitches of the seam.
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,
Fabric should be placed under the presser foot with the bulk of the material to the
left of the needle and the right edge of the material placed on the 5/8" seam
marking on the needle plate when making a simple seam.
Run the machine at a slow even speed, The more pressure you put on the speed
control, the faster the machine will sew.
_, Fasten each seam by back tacking at the beginning and end of the seam.
Always finish sewing each seam with the needle at its highest point.
8. Guide the fabric gently with your hand in front of the needle, Never pull or hold
the fabric in such a way that the normal feeding is altered.
9. When turning the hand wheel manually, always turn it toward you.
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Set your machi_ne just as shown in the
illustration in order to straight stitch.
it is imp.prtant each dial has the
following settings:
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- ,} (Models 19371,
19372)
_,_ (Models 19370,
152t, 1560)
Special StitCh Variegator- Redmark on top
(Models 19370,
1521, t560)
Stitch Width Control --Red Dot
Stitch Length Control - 8 to 12
Straight Stitch Foot
You will find in garment construction that you are doing two types of sewing-
temporary and permanent,
1, Temporary stitching-Usually the longest stitch possible and often done on a
single layer of fabric, The various types of temporary stitching are:
Basting
Stay stitching
Guide line marking
2. Permanent stitching- This is the actual stitching that holds the garment together.
Much of this stitching is visible on the outside of the garment 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 layer seams
When you have two seams crossing each other with considerable thickness, sew
slowly and carefully so the seam wil! be as strong as possible in this area,
Be sure both threads are drawn back under the presser foot, Lower needle into fabric
about 1/2 inch from beginning of seam, Turn the reverse stitch control clockwise
and stitch in reverse until needle reaches beginning of seam, Release control and
complete seam. When you reach the end, turn the control clockwise and sew back
over 1/2 inch of completed seam.
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- ,_ (Models 19371_
19372)
|,_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - 2 to 5
S,titch Length Control ° Any setting except
Black Dot
Zigzag Stitch Foot
This type of stitching greatly expands
the use of your machine, This is the
feature that enables you to overcast
seams, applique and monogram.
Simply use the settings indicated in the
illustration for the simple zigzag. Follow
directions .given below and in the
following pages for more specific uses,
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 stitch-
ed,
Stitch so the needle pierces the fabric
just short of the outside edge. Raw or
worn edges of older garments can be
overcast to prevent further raveling.
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SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- _ (Models 19371,
19372)
|,,} (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator- Black mark on
top
(Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - Any number 2 to 5
Stitch Length Control - B
Zigzag Stitch Foot
-Use this special stitch for_.o_.-pu--r_ose
heavy duty sew_ Stre-tch fabrics,
Sew as you do a regular plain zigzag
seam, The machine will make triple lock
stitches back and forth of a fixed stitch
length, to give the stretch to seam,
S&_OC_#4G STRETCN
STITC_[_G
(Model 1521 only)
SETTINGS:
Step i.
Step 2.
Make a straight line of gathers
across the fabric that you wish to
smock,
Special Stitch Dial- _i_,::
Special Stitch Variegator-
Black mark on top
Stitch Width Control - 4 to 5
Stitch Length Control - B
Zigzag Stitch Foot
With a narrow strip of f abdc 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.
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This is the same type of stitch used by
the garment industry in making sports -
wear, It is used for seam_ of 3/8" to
1/4"_ The seam is formed and finished
in one operation, tt 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,
This is a good stitch to use in making or
repairing _ingede. The stitch is decora-
tive as we!l as us_fut. Simply stitch
the elastic into place around the waist
of the garment, making sure that the
elastic is evenly spaced To do this
ma_k the correct length piece into
quarters and match these markings
with center front and back of the gar...
ment as well as side seams.
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"SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial - _
Special Stitch Variegator- Black mark on
top
Stitch Width Control - 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control - B
Zigzag Stitch Foot
The serging or pine leaf stretch stitch is
equally useful with woven and knitted
fabrics. This stitch can be used in
making elastic swimwear, as well as
overcasting a neat edge on the seams.
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- _:ii
Special Stitch Variegator-Black mark on
top
Stitch Width Control - 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control- B
Zigzag Stitch Foot
This specially designed stitch is very
useful to sew on appliques, insert panels
and lace when making lingerie or girdles.
For further directions, see GENERAL
GUIDANCE FOR SEWING ON
STRETCH FABRICS in the next section
of the book.
After the basic ,onstruct!on of your garment is finished, there are still many finishing
touches to be done, To aid your completior_ of your garment, the Kenmore has been
designed to do the following tasks that formedy had to be done by hand,
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Special Stitch Dia!- ;_ (Models 1_1,
19372)
•_]_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
152i, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - 2 to 3
Stitch Length Control - about 8 to 12
ZigZag Stitch Foot
1, Finish edge of hem anyway you
desire, Turn up hem appropriate
width, (Fig, 1)
Fig. 1
2, Fold garment away from hem
leaving 1/8" of hem edge extending,
(Fig, 2)
Fig. 3
Presser FOOt
3_ Place garment under presser foot in
such a manner that straight stitches
will be sewn on extended edge,
The zigzag stitch should just catch
the fold of the garment. (Fig, 3)
4. Press both sides of the finished hem.
The right side of the garment will
show only the blind stitches. (Fig. 4)
Fig. inished hem
MENDING
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dia! _ _! (Model 1521)
_;: (Model 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
Stitch Width Control - 4 to 5
Stitch Length Control - Any setting except
Black Dot
Zigzag Stitch Foot
To repair a straight or three-cornered
tear, position the tear Under the needle
in such a way that the stitching catches
both sides of the tear. When mending a
three-cornered tear, stitch from each
end to th_ center, It is well to use a piece
of fabric under the tear for reinforce-
ment.
SHELL STITCHING
(Model 152! only)
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- _ .
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
Stitch Width Control - 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control - 8 to !2
Zigzag Stitch Foot "
On soft, fine fabrics, shell edging makes
an attractive finish for narrow hems or
bias.
Make a test on a sample of your
fabric to find the right thread
tension, stitch length, and stitch
width.
, Place folded hem (basted, if
necessary) or bias fold under presser
foot, with hem or fold toward the
left.
3. Stitch slowly, guiding fabric by hand
so that the zigzag stitches do not
pierce the folded edge.
BUTTONHOLING
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- "5 (Models 19371,
19372)
_*_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
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1521,
1560)
Stitch Width Control -
Stitch Length Control - B
Buttonhole Foot
Mark your buttonholes on garment you
are sewing. Set the controls of the
machine as indicated above,
The markings on the left side of the
buttonhole foot will enable you to make
buttonholes of identical size when
sewing a series. Markings are 1/8"
apart, with the maximum length of
1-1/8", After determining the length
buttonhole desired, slide the foot so that
'red arrow points to same mark on left
side of foot at start of each buttonhole.
(Be sure to make a sample buttonhole to
verify size needed).
t, Let the needlepterce the fabric at the
marked top end of the buttonhole,
Sl_de presser foot so arrow po nts to
desired length (1,i/8" buttonhole is
set in illustration of foot above,)
Lower the buttonhoie presser foot,
Start with Stitch Width:Buttonhole
Control set as pictured in Fig, 1,
2. Stitch forward untit you reach the
marked end of the buttonhole, While
rnamta nlng a slow constant speed,
turn the Stitch Width, Buttonhole
Control clockwise (Fig. 2) until it
stops as shown in Fig, 3,
3_
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You will then sew in reverse forming
the second side of the buttonhole,
After sewing back to the beginning
of the buttonhole, turn the dial
slowly back to the first buttonhole
position, (See Fig, 4,)
Note: All buttonholes should be made with an interfacing of tissue paper or
interfacing fabric between the layers of garment. Always make a practice
buttc_nhole on a scrap of the fabric you are sewing,
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SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- ,_ (Models 19371,
19372)
|,} (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
!521, 1560)
Feed Dog + Down
Zigzag Stitch Foot
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3.
4.
,
Align two holes of button with slot
of presser foot and lower foot to
hold the button securely,
Turn hand wheel manually until
needle point is just above button.
Adjust stitch width control so needle
will enter left 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
garment and tie.
BAR TACKING
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial + '_ (Models 19371,
19372)
_-_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator+Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - 2 to 5
Stitch Length Control - m
Zigzag Stitch Foot
This stitch is similar to a very short satin
stitch +and is used to reinforce points of
strain such as corners of pockets and
straps on lingerie.
Sew 4 to 6 zigzag stitches.
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial _ o_ (Models 19371,
19372)
|*_ (Medels 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator_ Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - Any number 2 to 5
Stitch Length Control -
Zigzag Stitch Foot
Closely spaced zigzag stitches are called satin stitches. This is an attractive stitch
used for appliqueing, monogramming, buttonhole making.
Whenever you are using this stitch, it is well to remember to loosen the'tenslon 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 material will be eliminated and
the bobbin thread will not be visible on the right side of the fabric,
As with all special stitches, it is best to make a sample design on your fabric before
starting the design on the garment.
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APPLIQUEING
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- o_ (Models 19371,
19372)
|,_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator- Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
152i, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - Any number 2 to 5
Stitch Length Control,- m
Zigzag Stitch Foot
Select an applique design to be applied
to your garment and baste it in place.
Satin stitch around the raw edge of the
applique completely covering the edge.
You may want to do this with a
contrasting color of thread or same
color.
WRITING AND
MONOGRAMMING
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial - °_ (Models 19371,
19372)
_,_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
152t, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - 1 to 5
Feed Dog Down
No Presser Foot
Draw initials or words to be sewn on
fabric and fit fabric into embroidery
hoops. Writing is done with either
zigzag or straight stitching, RemOve
presser foot. Set stitch width for
straight or zigzag stitches as desired.
Slip hoop and fabric under the needle,
lower presser bar and take one stitch
to raise bobbin thread through fabric,
Using a medium speed, stitch along
marked outline, guiding fabric carefully
by hands.
DARNING
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- *_ (Models 19371,
19372)
|'_ (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - Red Dot
Feed Dog - Down
No Presser Foot
Remove presser foot, stretch fabric be-
tween embroidery hoops with hole
Centered. Draw the bobbin thread up
through the fabric by holding the top
thread and taking one stitch at the spot
where you wish to start darning.
Lowering the presser bar, start sewing
at a slow to medium speed, Move the
fabric back and forth with a steady
rhythm to cover the darning area. When
it is covered, turn the fabric and sew
another layer of stitching across the first
layer of stitching.
ZIPPER APPLICATION
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- ,_ (Models 19371,
19372)
|.} (Models 19370,
1521, 1560)
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
(Modesl i9370,,
1521, 1560)
Stitch Width Control - Red Dot
Stitch Length Corftf'_r lO"tb 12
Zipper Foot
REGULAR ZIPPER
The foot is adjustable for use on the
right or left side of the needle when
sewing the regular type of zipper, Adjust
the foot so the needle clears the side
notch on the foot. See Fig. 1. Carefully
follow directions given on the zipper
pa(:kage,
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
tho 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 to make cording
for slipcovers etc. Cover a cord with a
strip of bias fabric and sew as shown in
Fig, 3.
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BOX STITCHING
(Model 1521 only)
SETTINGS:
Special Stitch Dial- _
Special Stitch Variegator-Red Mark on top
Stitch Width Control - 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control _ !2
Zigzag Stitch Foot
This is a good stitch to use in attaching
or binding elastic fabrics and stretch
lace, lingerie stretch knit.
The stitch is decorative as well as useful.
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The stitches shown below are decorative stitch p&ttern, useful to decorate your
garments, These stitches are special stitches built in to the machine for your
quick selection,
1, Set each control at required settings.
2. Reduce the top thread tension slightly,
3, To start decorative pattern at its beginning, stitch until a complete unit is
obtained by using a scrap of the fabric,
4, Start with a full bobbin and plenty of thread on the spool to avoid running out
of thread in the middle of your pattern,
5, On a very soft fabric you may want to use a tissue paper backing or organdy
that can be cut away.
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SCALLOP STITCH SETTINGS:
(Model 15_ only)
Special Stitch Dial -
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
Stitch Width Control _ Any number 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control, N
Zigzag Stitch Foot
A speedy and decorative way of
handling a raw edge is by using the
Scallop Stitch. Simply sew along the
raw edge of the fabric and trim close to
the outside of the stitching.
This stitch is also attractive when
decorating a collar or down the front of
a blouse, around a cuff or finish on the
edge of a cocktail apron.
ARROW HEAD STITCH SETTINGS:
(Model 1560 only)
Special Stitch Dial- _1
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
Stitch Width Control - Any number 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control - m
Zigzag Stitch Foot
A series of arrow heads can be used to
accent your sewing. Individual pattern
unit is also a good stitch to reinforce the
point of strain. Use it on the pocket
corner. For the simulated arrow head
pattern, you must always set Stitch
Length Control at u setting.
DIAMOND STITCH SETTINGS:
°, (Model 1560 only)
Special Stitch Dial -
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
Stitch Width Control - Any number 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control-
Zigzag Stitch Foot
This is a series of diamond patterns and
is used to add professional touch to your
sewing, such as blouses and dresses,
DOMINO STITCH SETTINGS:
(Model 1560 only)
Special Stitch Dial - ./'.
Special Stitch Variegator-Red mark on top
Stitch Width Control - Any number 3 to 5
Stitch Length Control- ,_
Zigzag Stitch Foot
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This sewing machine can be used like a
flat bed machine, but easily converts to
free arm machine by removing the
exten'sion table.
The free arm enables you to sew tubular
types of pieces more easily, Just slip the
sleeve or pants leg on the free arm as
shown,
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.
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Applique, embroider or hem around
edges of cuffs or pants legs.
Sewing in elastic casings in skirts or
pants at the waistline.
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STRAIGHT STRETCH _.,=_
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Use on stretch knit fabrics. Use Io
repair knit ready made garments where
seams need give, Use to seam areas of
stress in children's and adult sports-
wear.crotch seams, armholes, etc,
Sew center seam of men's neck ties.
Sew any seam that is on the bias and
must give.
Use for all-purpose heavy duty sewing
RICK-RACK STR ETCH _ of stretch fabncs. Same usages as that
of zigzag stitch on lighter weight
stretch fabrics,
Use on crotch seams, waistband and
OVERCAST STRETCH _ seam finishes in shorts and slacks, ski
wear and swimwear construction,
FEATHER STRETCH Sew appliques, insert panels and lace
(Model 1560 only) _ on lingerie and girdles.
ELASTIC STRETCH
(Model 1521 only)
Use to apply elastic.
SMOCKING ._ ,.,,,'v >,,,,,v,,.,',
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Use on children's wear, baby clothes :
and lingerie,
SERGING OR PINE LEAF Use for overcasting fabrics that ravel
(Model 1521 only) fTfm_ extensively.
MAXI STITCH STRETCH, ^ ^.. , Sew on all _ypes of elastics in swim.
(Model 152!, 1560 only} v '¢ v v v wear, lingerie, and sportswear,
PLAIN ZIGZAG
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Use for all.purpose stretch sewing,
seam finishing, edge finishing, or
attaching stretch laces,
Overcast seam finishing on all types of
BLIND STITCH ._.J_.._, stretch fabrics,
Flexible blind hemming.
SCALLOP STITCH Use for attaching girdle panels and
(Model !560 only) applying stretch laces,
=abric
don Tricot
Shallow zig zag
Short straight stitch
Overcast stretch
Feather Stitch (Model 1560)
Blind Hem
Special Stitches to Use Speclan Notions to Use
"Q" Needle
,, "Q" Foot
Polyester, nylon or dacron
core thread,
Stretch
Terry Cloth
Straight stretch
Overcast stretch
Zig zag
Mercerized thread
Polyester, nylon or dacron
core thread,
"Q" needle and foot,
Leather
Straight or simple zig zag
Mercerized or silk thread
Size 14 needle
1/2 pressure on presser
foot
Stretch knit for
Swimwear,
Skiwear,
Girdles
Straight stretch
Overcast stretch
Blind hem
Zig zag stretch
Scallop stitch (Model 15601
Polyester, Nylon or dacron
core thread.
"Q" needle and foot
Lace seam tape
Pre-shrunk zippers
Mending Stitch (Models 1521, 1560)
Feather Stitch (Model 1560)
New fabrics are coming on the market all the time. Remember that soft fabrics may
need to be stabilized a little. This is especially true when buttonholing,
monogramming, or design sewing as the stitches are so close together. A backing of
tissue paper or interfacting may assist you in your sewing. The paper may be torn
away and the interfacing cut away after sewing. Check your fabric by making
samples of the designs, monograms, or buttonholes on a scrap of fabric before
sewing on your garment.
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CL_A_H_G A_D O_L_i _G
Fig, 1 Cleaning the feed dogs with a
brush,
To insure the best possible operation of
your machine, it is necessary to keep the
essent=a parts clean at all times, Usina_,..
i small brush, remove the lint that
accumulates in the shuttle area and
around the feed dogs,
Fig: ;2 Parts of the Shuttle Assembly
To
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3_
4_
Clean the Shuttle Area:
This area must be kept free of dust,
tint and occasional tangled thread,
Raise the needle bar to its highest
point and remove the bobbin case.
Push levers of shuttle race aside and
lift shuttle race cover and shuttle
OUt.
Clean the shuttle race with small
brush,
Put a drop of sewing machine oi! 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 forming half moon on the
left side of the machine,
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Hold shuttle by center pin and po-
sition shuttle so as to form a half
moon on the right side. Pointed
hook wilt be on the bottom.
Place shuttle race cover into place
over shuttle assembly.
4, Snap the levers into position.
Removethe top cover plate to oil points indicated. To remove the cover plate,
unscrew two bolts on the top cover plate and lift cover plate.
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Tilt machine head back and remove base cover and free arm cover to oil points
indicated on underside of machine, To remove base cover and free arm cover,
remove screws (A), (B), (C), (D), (E) and (F) as shown below.
Swing hinged face cover plate open and oil points indicated,
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All parts listed herein may be ordered from any Sears, Roebuck and Co. or
Simpsons-Sears Limited store or service center,
WHEN .ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:
!, PART NUMBER 2, PART DESCRIPTION
3. MODEL NUMBER shown on the nomenclature 4, NAME OF ITEM
plate, (See Section 1, page 3 for location.)
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically
transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for expedited handling.
Ref. No,
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Part No.
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214203
231008
2273
9363
6873
6757
214369
*6740
Description
Presser foot screw
Needle clamp
Thread spool pin
Nylon disc
Zigzag stitch foot
Straight stitch foot
Zipper foot
Buttonhole foot
Pack of No, 9 needles in orange pack
"6741 Pack of No. 11 needles in yellow pack
*6742 Pack of No. 14 needles in red pack
*6743 Pack of No, 16 needles in green pack
*6744 Pack of No, 18 needles in blue pack
*6746
1936
6797
*6862
6510
47
214567
214568
3015
30!6
Pack of "Q NEEDLES",." in chocolate pack
Bobbin winder rubber ring
Light bulb
Box of bobbins (10 pcs)
Bobbin case
Shuttle
Sewing machine belt (long)
Sewing machine belt (short)
Large screwdriver
Small screwdriver
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13
14
15
16
17
18
*These parts are not furnished with the machine, but may
be ordered. (See above ordering information)
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SEWING MACHINE
Now that you have purchased your Sewing Machine, should a
need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any
Sears Service Center and most Sears, Roebuck and Co. or
Simpsons-Sears Limited Stores. Be sure to provide all pertinent
facts when you call or visit,
The model number of your Sewing Machine will be shown on
your nomenclature plate on the right side of your Sewing
Machine. See Section 1, page 3 for location.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION :
*MODEL NUMBER *NAME OF ITEM *PART DESCRIPTION
If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be
electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution
Center for handling.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
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