Kenmore 19502 User manual

Kenmope
SEWING MACHINE 19502
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SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.
Dear Homemaker,
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have just purchased a Kenmore Sensor Sew 70, a sewing machine that can, with some easy setting
by you, do both decorative and utility sewing more quickly and accurately than you ever dreamed
possible. This machine can take the guesswork, the frustrating trial and error out of sewing, virtually
eliminating hand-sewing, By just pressing a button or two, you can sew a seam or smock a dress,
reinforce asleeve or darn socks, create a border or embroider a sampler.
This manual will show you how to perform these wonders, making your sewing creations and crafts the
"talk of 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 wit1 remember the entire sequence and repeat it when you press the foot control again.
Practice makes an expert I Follow these directions and suggestions carefully. Get to know your
machine intimately and it will turn your sewing tasks into an adventure !
These instructions wil] help you obtain the best sewing results 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.
Write them here, for easy reference: Model No. 385.
Serial No.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1.
SECTION 2.
KNOW YOUR MACHINE
APortable Case or Cabinet _sAvailable ,.4
Locate and Identify the Parts ........ 5_6
Locate and Identify the Accessories 6
PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING
7_11
Set Up the Machtne ....
= Piug m the Machme and Switch on the Power 7
• Set the Foot Control ...... 8
Check Your Feed Balance Dial ........ 8
• Set the Pressure DiaE . . . 8
9
o Adjust the Presser Foot Lever . . , 9
o Thread Cutter ............
o Free-Arm Sewtng: the RemovaloJe
Extenston Table . . 10_11
Know What the Presser Feet Will Do 12_15
• Foot Storage Compartment 12
• Presser FootTypes .... t3_1513
A. Zigzag Foot -
B. Transparent Buttonhole Foot _ 13
C. Overedge Foot .... 13
D. Quifter ........ t4
E. Zipper Foot. .!4
F. Satin StLtch Foot ......... 14
G, Blind Stitch Hem Foot ......... 15
H. Straight Foot ..... 15
J. Sliding Buttonhole Foot .... 15
Choose Your Needle and Thread .......... 16_17
• Check Your Needle ...... - .... 16
• Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart .... 17
To Change Your NeedLe ............... 17
Prepare the Bobbin .............. 18_21
• Put Thread on the Spool ..... -..... 18
° Addittonal Spool Pin ............... 18
SECTION 3.
SECTION 4.
• To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine ....... 19
•Wind the Bobbin ................ 19_20
• Insert the 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 Thread ........... 25
• Adjust the Top Thread Tension ....... 26_27
For Straight Stitch ............ 26
For Zigzag Stitch ................... 27
LEARN TO USE THE CONTROLS
Up/Down Needle Posit_on Button ........... 29
Controt Panei ....................... 29
Pattern indicator Screen ............... 30
Pattern Selection Buttons ................. 30
Memory Button ................. 3t
Clear Button ..................... 31
Straight and Zigzag Stitch Buttons ....... 31
Stitch Width and Length Buttons .......... 32_33
• Stitch Width Button ................. 32
o Stitch Length Button ................ 33
Reverse Stitch and Auto-Lock Buttons .......... 34
• Reverse Stitch Button .................... 34
• Auto-Lock Button ....................... 34
PRACTICE COMMON STITCHING SKILLS
Use the Seam Guides ....................... 35
Turn a Square Corner ................... 35
Sew on Heavy Fabrics .......... ...... 36
Use the Darning PIate .............. 36
Basting [] .................. 37
Darning _ .................... 38

SewaButton 39
PutJnaZipper 40_42
SECTION5. LEARNTHE STITCHES
Chart ot Sewing FunctEons 44
Stitch Pattern Chart ........ 45_49
Straight Stitches [] _ [] 50_55
a Straight Stitch .50
o Topst_tching ......... 51
.Posltton Your Needle for Topstitchmg . 52
• Pintucking. 53
• Quilting ......... 54
o Gathering 55
Outline Stretch [] • . 56
Strazght Stretch [] ..... 57
Saddle Stitch [] . . 58
Zigzag Stitches _ -- [] 59_64
• Basic Zigzag [] 59
• Satin Stttch [] 60
•Overcasting Stitch [] 61
• Multiple Zigzag [] 62
• Overedge Seam [] 63
• Kmt Stitch [] .... 64
Buttonholes [] -- [] .... 65_68
oAdjust the Stitch Density 68
Corded Buttonholes t_ _ _ 69
Hemmmgand EdgmgStltches [] _ [] . 70_74
•Blind Hem Stitch (stretch) [_ ....... 71
• Blind Hem Stitch (woven) _ ...... 71
o Shell Stitch [] ......... 72
• Scallop Stitch [] ...... 73
o Cut-Out Work Edging and Applique [] 74
ReioforclngStltches [] and [] ..... 75_77
• Feather Stitch [] .......... 75
•FagotmgSt_tch [] ....... 76
Elastic Casing Stitch [] ........... 77
Decorate wlth Geometric Patterns [_ _ [] 78
Cross Stitch [] .................. 79
Smocking [] ........ B0
Sand Stitch [] ............... 81
Program Decorative Stitch
Patterns [] _ [] etc ............... 82_84
• One Cycle Stitching ...................... 82
Two Cycle Stitching ................ 82
• Pattern Single Units .................... 83
-To Adjust a Distorted Pattern .......... 84
Monogramming[] ~ [] 85--Be
Reduce the Size of Numbers and Letters .......... 86
SECTION 6, PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART
What to Do When ................. 87_88
SECTION 7. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE
Replace the Light Bulb .................... 89
Clean the Bobbin Holder ............... 90
Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs ........... 91
0_1 the Underside ..................... 92
Oil the Face Cover Plate ........... 92
PARTS LIST ................ 93_94
INDEX .............. 95_96

APortable Case or Cabinet isAvailable
A fult line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or
through our generaf 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.
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Locate and Identify the Parts
Stitch Pattern Chart
(P. 45 _ 49)
Pressure
Control Diai
{P 8)
Thread Tensmn
Dial (P, 26)
Threading Chart
(P. 24)
Face Cover Plate
(P, 24)
Sewing Light
(P 7)
Needle Plate
(P. 35}
Bobbin Cover Plate
(P. 90)
Up & Down
Needle Position
Button (P. 29) Large SPool
Holder (P 1B) Top Cover
Foot Storage
Compartment (P t2)
Winder (P 19,20}
Hand Wheel
Pattern
Select_on Buttons
(P. 29 _ 31)
Manual Buttons (P 32, 33}
(Stitch Width & Length Contro_)
"Auto-Lock"
Button tP 34}
Reverse Stitch
Button iP 34)
Base
n Table {P 10}

Locate and Identify the Parts (Continued) Locate and Identify the Accessories
Thread Guide (P. 24)
Thread Guide (P 24)
Needte Clamp _P 171
Presser Foot {P, 12 _ 15)
L_ght and
Power Switch
(P 71
Plug Connector (P 7}
Foot Control (P 8)
Presser Foot Laver (P. 9)
FreeArm (P 10. 11)
Nomenclature PJate
Accessory Storage Box
Bobbin
Buttonhole Opener
Addi[_onal Spool Pin
Sliding
Buttonhole
Foot fJ}
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Small Screw_
Large Screw E)r_ver _
J-
mt Brush
J

Set Up the Machine
Plug in the Machine and Switch on the Power
_J
NOTE: Before inserting the plug into your
machine, be sure the power sw_tch _s
OFF.
1. Check your outlet to be sure it is a 110 to 120
Volt AC outlet.
2, Insert the machine 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,
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Sewing light
NOTE: The Pattern Indicator light wilt
show [_
SAFETY FEATURE:
Your machine wil! not operate unless the
light/power switch is turned on. If you are
interrupted or stop sewing, turn off the
tight/power sw_tch to prevent injury to
children.
5ensatS_m ?Q

Set Up the Machine (Continued)
= Set the Foot Contro}
The foot control regulates the speed at
which you sew.
Position the foot control as shown, with
your heel on the floor.
To increase speed, gently press down with
the ball of your foot,
To decrease speed, release your foot
pressure slightly.
NOTE: The foot control _s sensttive and
wilt increase or decrease your
sewing speed immediately.
Practice on a scrap of fabric to
regulate your sewing speed to
your taste and needs.
o Check Your Feed Balance Dial
F
For most sewing, the groove =n the Feed Balance Dial should
point to the arrow (" _1_ ").
You may rarely need to adjust the diat. But, if necessary, use
this diat to regulate the feed balance for:
* Buttonholes (See P. 68 for details)
* Any "stretch" stitch such as patterns [] []
[] _ r_ ,[] _ [4_ and monogramm,ng
when sewing on very particular fabrics.
oSet the Pressure Dial
f
Pressure._ Vr_
control _ _,
Setting _ "_
mark
The Pressure Dial is located under the top
cover,
Set as follows:
[_ . • most sewing
2.appiique and Cut-OutWork
t,, basting, sewing chiffon, tace,
organdy and other lightweight
fabrics
Also for velours and knits
(with more stretch)

• Adjust the Presser Foot Lever
High
position
The Presser Foot Lever raises and lowers your
presser foot.
You can raise it about 1/4" hlgher for easy removal
of the presser foot or to help you place heavy
fabrics under the presser foot.
o Thread Cutter
cutter
You don't need a smssors 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. PuN thread through the groove until it is taut.
2. Then pull the thread sharply down and back to cut it.

Set Up the Machine (continued);
oFree-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table
To remove:
To Remove the Extension Table
(for free-arm sewing)
1. Grip the table with your index finger and thumb, as shown.
2. Pull gently toward you.
The extension tabie will snap out.
To A_tach:
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 m.
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Your Kenmore Sensor Sew 70 can do free
arm sewing. This feature makes sewing easy
for:
F
* bar tacking to reinforce pockets, plackets
and waistlines on ready-made or
homemade garments to avoid fabrtc
bunching around the needle.

* Stitchingsleeves,waistbands,pantlegs,
oranymrculargarmentarea. darningsocksormendingknees,elbows,
orareasofwearinchUdren'sclothes. . sewtngbuttonsonsleeves,waistabands, etc.

Know What the Presser Feet Will Do
The Presser teet are an important feature of this machine. You need to know
what each foot does m order to use them effectively,
Most of the presser feet are stored tn the Foot Storage Compartment under
the top cover,
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NOTE: The numbers after each foot indicate the stitch patterns
where you use the foot.
• Foot Storage Compartment
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Needle set G: Blind stitch
hem toot
F: Satin Stitch
toot
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H: Straigh_ too',
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E: Zioper foot
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=PresserFoot Types
A. Zigzag Foot
A: Zigzag toot
Use th}s foot for both straight and z_gzag
stitching.
The black button on the right slde of the
foot sets the foot to remain rigid so that
you can sew on heavy fabrics. (See p. 36
for detailed instructions.
Stitch Patterns:
B. Transparent Buttonhole Foot
f
B: Transparent
buttonhole
too[
Use this foot to sew buttonholes when 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, Overedge Foot
C: Overedge too_
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 puckering, especially when
sewing on kmt fabrics.
You may use this foot for the regutar
zigzag stitch _-_ or with the overedge
stttch [_ See p. 61,63for details.
Stitch Patterns:
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•PresserFoot Types (Continued)
D, Quitter
D: Quilter
This attachment turns your zigzag foot
into a quilting foot.
See p.5__44for detailed instructions.
Stitch Pattern: [_
E. Zipper Foot
F
E: Zippertoo_
Th_s foot can be set to sew on each side of
your zJppar. The edges of the foot guide
the ztpper and keep the seam straight.
For details on sewing z_ppers, see
p. 40 _ 42.
Stitch Pattern: []
FSatin Stitch Foot
F: Satin stitch
foot
Use this transparent foot for outlining
applique and Cut-Out Work, as well as for
all your Decoratwe Stitching and mono-
gramming.
Stitch Patterns:
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G. Blind Stltch Hem Foot
G: BIind stitch
hem toot
Use this foot for perfect blind hemming.
The foot has r_dges on the bottom to keep
the fabrrc from slipping and a guide screw
on top to guide the folded edge of your
hem.
For detailed instructions, see p. 71._:.
Stitch Patterns: _ ,[]
H. Straight Foot
H: S_ra_ght toot
Use thzs foot exclusively for straight
stitching.
StitchPatterns:[_] , [_ ,[]
{Center needle position)
J. Sliding Buttonhole Foot
J: Sliding
buttonhole
fool
Use this foot for most buttonholes. It is
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
transparent buttonhole foot.
Stitch Patterns: _] _ []
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Choose Your Needle and Thread
Your choice of needle and thread depends on the fabric you are sewing.
In your needle case, you will find the following color-coded needles:
Blue (11) ...... for stretch fabrics
Orange (11) .... for lightwelght fabrics
Red (14) ......... for medium or medium-heavy weight fabrics
Purple (16) ....... for medium*heavy weight and decoratwe
topsI_tching on these fabric_
(This needle has a larger thread hole for
thicker topstitching thread,)
Green f18) ..... for heavy weight fabrics and decorattve
topst_tch_ng on these fabrics
Specialty needles are also available.
Denim Needle ......... for sewing dense fabrics such as denim or
can vas.
Topstitchmg Needle • ,its larger eye will hold heavier thread.
Leather Needle ...... punches ttny holes in leather and suede.
When buy=rig needles other than Kenmore needles, be sure the needle fits the
_ength and shape of the needle shown above. A longer or shorter needle wi|l
skip stitches or break.
,_ Check Your Needle
1. Look for barbed or blunt point.
2. A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits, fine silks
and silk4ike fabrics.
Always buy a good quality thread. It should resist tangling and be strong,
smooth and consistent in thickness.
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Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart
NEEDLE
FABRIC SIZE AND
COLOR
Lightweight:
Batiste. Dimity, Chiffon,
Silks, Fine Lace, Organza, 11-ORANGE
Crepe. Taffeta. Voile,
Organdy
Medium Weight:
Cotton, Cotton Blends,
Percale, Gingham,
Shantung, Pique, 14-RED
Seersucker, Satin, Kmts,
Viny_ $uitlngs, Linen,
Wool Crepe, Leather
Medium Heavy Weight:
Corduroy, Denim, Woo]_ 14-RED
Sailcloth, Wool Flannel, or
Gabardine, Vetvets, 16-PURPLE
Leather
Heavy Wmght:
Coatings, Upholstery
Cotton Duck_ Heavy 1B-GREEN
Twills, Canvas
Decorative top-_tltching
on all types of fabric
Stretch Fabric:
Polyester Double Kmte,
Nylon Tricot, Jersey,
Stretch Terry, Spandex,
Clre Tricot
RECOMMENDED
THREAD SIZE STITCH LENGTH
SETTING
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Fine Mercerized Cotton
Silk A
50 Mercerized Cotton
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Silk A
50 Mercerized Cotton
Mercerized Heavy-Duty
Polyester Core/Cotton
Wrap
Silk A
2.0
{12 stitches per
_nch}
2.0 _ 2.5
(10 _ 12 stttches
per inch)
2.5 _ 3.0
(8 _ 10 stitches
per mch}
Heavy Duty Mercerized
Cotton 3.0
Polyester Core/Cotton (8 stitches per
Wrap mch)
Silk A
16*PURPLE Buttonhole Twist 4.0 N 4.5
18-GREEN (Use as top thread only) {4 _ 6 stitches per
mch)
11-STRETCH Polyester Core!Cotton 2.0 _ 2,5
FABRIC NEEDLE- Wrap (10 _ 12 stitches
BLUE 50 Mereertzed Cotton per _nch}
To Change Your Needle -%
4 L
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Needle
clamp
scre_J
NOTE: Raise the needle bar to its highest
position by pressing the Up/Down
Needle Posmon Button:
1. Loosen the needle c_amp screw by
turning )t toward you.
2, Remove the needle by pulling it down-
ward.
3. Insert the new needle into the needle
clamp with the flat s_de away from you.
4. Push the needle up as far as it wiil go,
5, Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly
wath the large screwdriver from your
accessory box.
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Prepare the Bobbin
Put Thread on the Spool
Ordinary spool
pin
Small spool
Small "_'_ z___________________FSpool
NOTE: Your spool pin tilts upward for
ease in putting thread on the
spool,
You have two spool holders:
large (under the top cover)
Iin your accessory box).
1.
and small
Choose the appropriate spool holder.
2. Place your thread on the spool pin and
then fit the spool holder down over it,
so that the thread winds toward the
back of the machine, as shown.
3. Press the spool holder against the spool.
4. Lower the spool into the well.
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NOTE:
Additional Spool Pin
/Spool p_l
._ _-U_ felt
I _-Addhiona'
_V" _spool pln
Spo_
hole
.................. J
For winding the bobbin while your machine is threaded, you have an extra
SpooJ pin in your accessory box, tt fits into the square hole on top of
your machine near the bobbin winder.
To Use Thts Extra Spool Pin:
1. Fit the square end of the spool pin into the square bote, as shown.
2. Fit the spool pin felt on the base of the spool pro,
3. Put your spool of thread on top of the felt, with the thread winding m the
direction shown. See directions for winding the bobbin, p. 19 _ 20.

=To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine
/-
1. Gently push down on the plastic
bobbin cover and slide it towards you.
2. Set aside,
3. Lift out the bobbin, as shown.
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.Wind the Bobbin
...... J
1. Pull the Clutch away from the machine to stop the needle from mowng 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. Pface 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 winder spindle to the right until it clicks.
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