dFgO 3T_EmbroiderylSewing Owner's Manual Model 385,19010200 Sears, 851-81%004 Roebuck Sears and Co., Hoffman Canada Inc., Toronto, Mach ine Estates, IL 60179 Ont., i5S 288 U.S.A. www.sears.com www.sears.
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Machine Specifications S Item Specification Sewing speed (Maximum): Over 820 s.p.m. Stitch length: 5 mm (Maximum) Stitch width: 7 mm (Maximum) Stitch package (Stitch functions): 1160 (Built-in stitches): Conventional 673 built-in stitches with 447 built-in embroidery design Buttonhole: 1 step built-in buttonhole Machine dimensions: W 18.9" (481.1 mm) x D 9.2" (234.5 mm) x H 12.8" (326.2 mm) Weight (Net): 23.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I. NAME OF PARTS Names of Parts ............................................................... Available Accessories and Attachments ......................... SECTION I1. GETTING READYTO SEW 2 3 Pattern Selection ........................................................... 19 Utility Stitches ................................................................ Machine Settings ........................................................... Common Set Mode ..............................
TABLE OF CONTENTS • Assigning a file name ............................................... 52 Opening a Saved File .................................................... 53 Deleting a Saved File .................................................... 53 MONOGRAMMING ................................................. 54-55 • To repeat buttonhole sewing ..................................... 38 • Changing buttonhole width ....................................... 39 • Changing buttonhole stitch density ..............
TABLE OF CONTENTS • Fabric color change .................................................. • Thread color change ................................................. Pattern Combination (example 1) ................................. Sewing Results ............................................................. Pattern Combination (example 2) ................................. Sewing Results ............................................................. SECTION VII.
SECTION Names I.
Available Accessories and Attachments To order parts and accessories listed below, call: 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) 6 am - 11 pm, CST, 7 days a week S "1 When ordering parts and accessories, provide the following information: 1. Part Number 2. Part Name 3. Model Number of Machine Ref. No. Pad No. *102869107 102403109 850807101 5 x No.11 stretch fabric needle (BLUE) *993011100 5 x No.11 needle (ORANGE) *993011400 5 x No.14 needle (RED) *993011600 5 x No.
SECTION II. GETTING Connecting READY TO SEW S Machine to Power Supply (_ Power supply plug Power switch Outlet Red marker (_ Foot control (_ Foot control plug Machine socket 1. Turn off the power switch @. Insert the foot control plug into the machine socket (_. 2. Insert the power supply plug _ into the outlet _. 3. Turn the power switch @ to turn on the power and sewing lights. Notes: • Do not pull the cords beyond the red marker _ on the cords.
Machine Operating Buttons S Start/stop Button Start/stop button Press the button to start or stop the machine. This button can be used either in conventional sewing mode or Embroidery mode. In conventional sewing mode, the machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches; it then runs at the speed set by the speed control lever. @ Note: The Start/stop button cannot be used when the foot control is connected to the machine. Reverse Button Reverse button ii i _ ._. -..
Foot Control S Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control. The harder you press on the foot control, the faster the machine runs. Note: The machine runs atthe maximum speed set bythe speed controllever when the footcontrolis being fully depressed. Operation Instructions: Foot Controller Model 21371 is used with Sewing Machine Model 385.19010XXX (XXX represents numbers 000 through 999).
Extension Table S • Detaching the table Close the accessory box, and lift out the extension table (_ toward you, as illustrated, for "_ree-arm" sewing. (_ Extension table • Attaching the table Push the extension table (_ until it snaps into the machine. (_ Extension table Tabs Holes Free-arm sewing can be used for: • Stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs or any tubular garment area. • Darning socks or mending knees, elbow or children's wear.
Thread Cu_er (_Thread s cuter You do not need a pair of scissors to cut threads after sewing. Just use the built-in thread cutter (_. J Changing Needle Flat side Needle clamp screw Needle clamp Turn offthe power switch. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheet counterclockwise, toward you, and lowering the presser foot. Loosen the needle clamp screw _ by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle clamp _.
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc. Always make test sewing on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use. if decorative stitch patterns, letters, or numbers are distorted, correct it with the feed balancing dial. S Notes: • In normal sewing, set the feed balancing dial (_ to the neutral position, i.e.
S Presser Foot Types • zigzag foot (Foot A) Use this foot for both straight and zigzag stitching. J • Straight stitch foot (Foot H) Use this foot for exclusively for straight stitching with center needle position. • Automatic buttonhole foot (Foot R) Use this foot for one step automatic buttonhole sewing. Simply set a button on the guide of this foot and depress the foot control. You can sew exactly the same length of buttonhole as the button.
S • 1/4"Seam foot (Foot O) This foot is useful for patchwork quilt. The guide on the foot maintains an exact 1/4" (0.7 cm) seam allowance. J • Embroidery foot (Foot P) This foot is a special attachment for professional-style embroidery. • Walking foot This is special attachment for hard-to-feed materials. This foot effectively prevents fabrics from shifting and puckering. It is great for quilting and matching plaids.
Selecting Needle and Fabric For general sewing, use needle sizes 11 or 14. A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred. Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric without fraying the needle thread. In the needle set, there is one each of sizes 11, 14, 16, and 18, and a blue needle. Use the blue needle to eliminate skipped stitches when sewing knits and synthetic fabrics. Special needles should be used on certain fabrics.
S Bobbin Winding • Removing the hook cover plate Hook cover plate release button Hook cover plate Bobbin Slide the hook cover plate release button _ to the right, and remove the cover plate _. Lift out the bobbin _ from the bobbin holder. J • Horizontal spool pin Spool pin Large spool holder Small spool holder \ Lift up the spool pin _. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown.
Bobbin S Winding ,,.mditil Note: Set the speed control lever at its fastest position for bobbin winding. _) Upper thread guide Bobbin Bobbin winder spindle Guide the thread around the upper thread guide _). Insert the thread through the hole on the bobbin _, threading from the inside to the outside. Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle _. Push the bobbin winder spindle _ to the right. The visual touch screen shows "Bobbin Winding".
S • Inserting the bobbin End of thread Notch Notch Threading diagram Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise. Guide the thread into the notch _ on the front side of the bobbin holder. % Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. \ Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into notch _. Pull out about 6" (15.0 cm) of thread. Attach the hook cover plate.
S Threading the Machine • Threading the machine * Raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise. * Raise the presser foot lifter. * Place a spool on the spool pin, with the thread coming off from the bottom toward the front of the sewing machine. Draw the end of the thread around the upper thread guide. While holding the thread near the spool, draw the end of the thread down around the check spring holder.
S • Drawing up bobbin thread (_ Up/down needle button Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. Press the up/down needle button _ twice to bring the bobbin thread up. Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the bobbin thread. % Pull both threads 4" to 6" (10.0 to 15.0 cm) under and behind the presser foot. % \ J 17
SECTION II1. CONVENTIONAL SEWING Visual Touch Screen The "Kenmore Elite" display appears on the visual touch screen for a few seconds when turning the machine on, then it shows the initial screen as illustrated. Mode Selection (_ Mode key Keys Press mode key _ to enter the Mode selection. Conventional sewing mode key Press this key to enter the conventional sewing mode.
S Pattern Selection Press the stitch pattern indication key to select the desired stitch pattern. (_ Name of stitch Stitch image Selected needle type (single or twin) Suitable pressure dial number (_ Suitable thread tension number (_ Sound mark (the mark will disappear when the sound volume set to 0) Suitable presser foot Utility Stitches When you press Conventional sewing mode key, the utility stitch window opens. In the Conventional sewing mode, there are 6 categories of sewing to choose from.
Machine S Settings When you press the SET key, the following four mode keys will be displayed and you can customize settings within each mode. You can select your desired mode by pressing the corresponding key. Common set mode In this mode, machine operation and function (screen contrast, beep sound, etc.) can be adjusted and set for both embroidery and conventional sewing. Conventional sewing set mode In this mode, free-arm length can be adjusted and set.
S (_ Inch/millimeter You can set your machine's measuring unit to either "inch" or "millimeter" depending upon your preference. The default measuring unit setting is "inch". Press ii" _) or m_ _ key to select the unit you prefer. Key position adjustment If you think the touch panel keys are out of alignment, you can correct it in the key position adjustment window. When you press the Yes!key, window (A) will be shown. With your finger, press the black + sign as it appears in order.
Straight S Stitch (_ Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot A: Presser foot H: (_) Pressure dial 1 or 2 2 to 6 Zigzag foot Straight stitch foot 3 ® i¸ ii ¸, Note: When using the straight stitch foot, make sure to adjust the needle position to 3.5. Otherwise the needle may hit the sewing foot and possibly break. • To sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guideline on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start.
S • Needle plate guide line The seam guides on the needle plate and hook cover plate help you to measure seam allowance. The number marks on the needle plate indicate the distance between the center needle position and the edge of the fabric. There are marks for 15 mm, 20 mm, 4/8 in., 5/8 in. and 6/8 in. J • To sew from the edge of thick fabric Black button Thick fabrics The black button _ on the zigzag foot locks the foot in the horizontal position.
Quilting S with Walking Foot The walking foot is effective in preventing the fabric (light materials, knits, real and imitation leather etc.) from slipping or puckering, because it sandwiches the material between the upper and the lower feed dog on the machine. The quilting bar can also be attached on the walking foot to make it easier to sew evenly spaced parallel rows of stitches.
s • Changing needle drop position _j_ + key ®-key 0.0 (left position) (_ 3.5 (center position) 7.0 (right position) Needle drop position is adjusted with the _ and -- keys. When you press the ÷ key, the needle moves to the right. When you press the -- key, the needle moves to the left. ® ® ® / • Changing stitch length _j_ + key Q-key ® 1.0 _)5.0 Stitch length is adjusted with the + and--keys. The larger the number, the greater the stitch length. Press the ÷ key to increase the stitch length.
Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for Straight Stitch • Correct tension Needle thread (Top thread) Bobbin thread (Bottom thread) To loosen (_ To tighten The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail). If you look at the top and bottom of a seam, notice that the stitches are evenly balanced. When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the number, the tighter the top thread tension.
Variety of Straight Lock-a-matic S Stitches ® Stitch ® Stitch pattern: 3 Needle thread tension 2 to 6 Presser foot A: Zigzag foot Presser foot H: Straight stitch foot Pressure dial 3 Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching. Press pattern 3 on the visual touch screen. When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse button once. J Note: When using the straight stitch foot, make sure to adjust the needle position to 3.5.
Stretch S Stitch Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot A: Pressure dial ® 10 3 to 6 Zigzag foot 3 This is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat. J J Basting Stitch Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot A: Pressure dial ® 15 1 to 4 Zigzag foot 1 The basting stitch is used to hold fabric layers together during fitting.
S • Fabric preparation Right (top) side of fabric Wrong (bottom) side of fabric Bottom seam Zipper bottom stop position Basting stitch Place the right (top) sides of the fabric _ together. Sew a bottom seam _ 5/8" (2.2 cm) from the right edge to the estimated zipper bottom stop position _. Sew in reverse a few stitches to lock. \ Increase the stitch length to 5, set needle thread tension to 0, and sew basting stitch (_ the entire length of the zipper tape. J • To sew 1/8" (0.
S Zigzag Stitch Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot A: Pressure dial ® 6 3 to 7 Zigzag foot 3 f- The zigzag stitch is one of the most common and versatile stitches. It can be a utility stitch for button sewing, buttonhole making, hemming, overcasting, mending and darning. It can also be used to decorate with trims, appliques and cut work or as a decorative stitch. J Manual Adjustment Length f- of Zigzag Stitch Width and Press the _d!_tkey.
S • Changing stitch width _+key Q-key Stitch width Stitch width is adjusted with the + and keys. The larger the number, the wider the stitch width. Press the ÷ key to increase the stitch width. Press the -- key to decrease the stitch width. < < ii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii J • Changing stitch length _+key Q-key Stitch length ® Stitch length is adjusted with the + and -- keys. The larger the number, the longer the stitch length. Press the ÷ key to increase the stitch length.
Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for Zigzag Stitch For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side (Top side) of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (Bottom side) of the fabric. See the illustrations for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension.
Variety of Overcasting Overedge Stitch Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot C: Brush holder seam guide Presser foot A: Pressure dial S Stitches ® 8 3 to 7 Overedge foot J Zigzag foot 3 This stitch is often used as a seam finish to prevent fraying. If using a zigzag foot, start overedging with the leftmost needle position about 1/8" (0.3 cm) from the raw edge of a fabric. The right tip of the stitch should just clear the raw fabric. For lightweight fabrics, use the overedge foot.
Serging Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot A: Pressure dial ® 9 3 to 7 Zigzag foot 3 ./ f / / This stitch is recommended for finishing edges of knit fabrics such as tricots, stretch velour etc., because it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength. Sew along the fabric edge leaving a 1/4" (0.7 cm) seam allowance. After finishing the sewing, trim the extra seam allowance as shown.
Blind Hem S Stitch Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot G: Pressure dial ® 12 1 to 4 Blind hem foot 3 i Use the same color thread as the fabric. On heavy weight fabrics that ravel, the raw edge should be overcast first. Fotd the hem, as illustrated. Wrong side (Bottom side) of fabric 1/4" to 7/16" (0.4 to 0.
SECTION Various IV. BUTTONHOLE kinds of buttonholes s and their uses (_ Square BH This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. f Round end BH This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight ® fabrics, especially for blouses and children's clothes. • • , U +7 J Fine fabric BH This buttonhole is rounded at both ends and is used on fine, delicate fabrics such as fine silk.
Square S BH (_ Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot R: Pressure dial ® 16 1 to 5 Automatic buttonhole foot 3 • Preparation for sewing Groove Pin Press up/down needle button to raise the needle. Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R. Make sure the groove (_ on the foot holder catches the pin _ on the foot when lowering the presser bar. S • To sew Button holder Buttonhole lever The buttonhole size is automatically set by placing the button in the rear of the automatic buttonhole foot.
S Press the start/stop button to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole wilt be automatically sewn. Step 1 : The machine will sew the front bartack and the left % iquare BH row first. Then it goes back to the starting point with straight stitch. Step 2: The machine will sew the right row. Step 3: The machine will sew the back barrack, and the machine will stop automatically.
S • Changing buttonhole width Press the _!!!, key. The adjusting window opens. The adjusting window displays the -F and -- keys for oefau_ buttonhole width adjustment. Press the + key to increase the buttonhole width. Press the _ key to decrease the buttonhole width. Press the _key to register the settings. Note: The default setting is 5.0. Y • Changing Press the looser. Press the tighter.
Corded S Buttonhole Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot R: (_ Pressure dial ® 16 1 to 5 Automatic buttonhole foot 3 S Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole procedure. * Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used. • To sew With the buttonhole foot raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the ends toward you under the buttonhole foot, clearing the front end.
S Darning Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot R: Pressure dial @ ® 23 3 to 6 Automatic buttonhole foot 3 S • To sew Button holder Select the pattern 23. Pull the button holder _ fully to the rear. Place the garment under the foot. Press the up/down needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw both threads under the foot and put the fabric back under the foot. Lower the foot.
S Tacking (_ Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot F: Pressure dial 24 3 to 6 Satin stitch foot 3 ® z4 S Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. Select pattern 24 and attach the satin foot E The machine wilt sew a tacking of 9/16" (1.5 cm) length automatically. 9/16" (1.5 cm) Note: • ! i i i i I m m Press the adjust key to manually change the stitch length and stitch width.
S Eyelet Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot F: Pressure dial 25 1 to 4 Satin stitch foot 3 ® 25i @ J S The eyelet is used for belt holes etc. Press pattern 25 on the visual touch screen. • To sew Attach the satin stitch foot E Depress the foot control to sew. The machine wilt stop automatically when completed. Open the eyelet with an awl, punch or point scissors. • To adjust the size of an eyelet By pressing the adjust key, the manual adjusting screen will appear.
SECTION V. SATIN, DECORATIVE STITCHES AND MONOGRAMMING Key Functions Mode key Press ,_ key to enter the mode selection. Twin needle key Press key to enter the twin needle sewing mode. Needle up/down key Press the ! key to set the needle position up or down when stopping the machine. Adjust key Press the key to open the adjusting window. Stitch width key Press the stitch width + width. or -- Stitch length key Press the stitch length + length.
S Program key Press _, key to program pattern combination. When you press this key the following function keys will be displayed. ) Cursor keys Press the keys to move the cursor to right or left. You can select a pattern to delete, select a position to insert another pattern. Delete key Press the keys to move the cursor under the pattern you would like to delete. Press the _ key to delete the selected pattern. Vertical mirror key Press the key for the mirror image of the pattern.
One Cycle Pattern Sewing Example: pattern 28, LS (_ Stitch pattern: Needle thread tension Presser foot F: Pressure dial S ® I LS 28, L.S 3 to 4 Satin stitch foot 3 E M_j • To sew i® f- Press the _* key. Select pattern 28 Select pattern L.S. Start the machine to sew. The machine will sew to end of the pattern and lock the stitches, then stop automatically.
f Programming Pattern Combination Example: pattern 28 and 31 Stitch pattern: 28, 31 Needle thread tension 3 to 4 Presser foot F: Satin stitch foot Pressure dial 3 • To sew Press the key. Select pattern 28. Select pattern 31. Start to sew. The machine will sew the pattern combination repeatedly. Note: If you press the auto-lock button in the middle of a programmed pattern, the machine will stop automatically after the current pattern is completed.
Programming French Knot Example: pattern 51, 39, 40 Stitch pattern: 51, 39, 40 Needle thread tension 3 to 4 Presser foot F: Satin stitch foot Pressure dial 3 S • To sew Pattern 39 Pattern 40 Press _ key. Select pattern 51 (French knot). Select pattern 39. Select pattern 51. Select pattern 40. Start to sew. The machine will sew the pattern combination repeatedly.
f To Sew from the Beginning of a Combination Pattern with Beginning Key Example: pattern 30 (_ Stitch pattern: 28, 32, 70 Needle thread tension 3 to 4 Presser foot F: Satin stitch foot Pressure dial 3 • To sew Press the key. Select pattern 28. Select pattern 32. Select pattern 70. Start to sew (_. Press start/stop key in the middle of a programmed pattern _. Press the key. The entire memorized pattern shows up _. You can start sewing the combination pattern from the beginning.
Individual f Pattern Adjustment ® Example:patterns 28, 30 and 32 Stitch pattern: 28, 30, 32 Needle thread tension 3 to 4 Presser foot F: Satin stitch foot Pressure dial 3 f You can adjust the stitch width, stitch length and elongation ratio of each pattern in a combination individually. Change the elongation ratio of pattern 28 in the combination of patterns 28, 30 and 32. % Press the key so the cursor will go to the pattern you are going to change. Press the _djo,tkey.
Program Check • Example: To check the combination of patterns 64, 70, 30, 26, 31 and 38. When the entire pattern combination is not displayed, press the key to view the remaining patterns in combination. Press the key _ to go back to the original window. Number of page Return key Page key Note: The _ key _ will be grayed out if there is no other page to be displayed.
Saving and Opening • Saving a file Save file key When you press the open. S a File #ii_'__,,_!!_,_ii_i_ key _, the save rite window will Press the _ key, to select the location of either the internal memory of the sewing machine or a Compact Flash Card (adapter required). When you press the _j !.;_ keys, you will be able to see the saved files in the previous and next pages. Press OK key to save the file and the screen will return to the original screen.
S Opening a Saved File Open file key Open file window When you press the .o_o;key, and then _ key _, the open file window _ will appear. You can open the file to sew the programmed patterns that you have saved. Press the _&_ key to select the location of the file directory, either in the internal memory of the machine or in the PC-Card. Press the _ keys to select the desired file to open. Press the OKkey to open the selected file. The pattern combination of the file will be displayed on the screen.
S MONOGRAMMING (_ Font key When you press key, the font selection window opens. The following 2 fonts and symbols are available. Block type Script type Press the desired font key to select the font or symbol. OK key When you press _/key the desired font wilt be selected. Cursor key This key is for editing your monogram. Press the _ key to move the cursor to the left. Press the _ key to move the cursor to the right. Delete key Press _key cursor.
S Programming a Monogram Example: Programming in block type Press the key and select block type letter. Press _ key and select upper case. Press key and select large size. Press "R". The cursor shifts to the right and "R" is automatically memorized. Press!_i key. Press key and select small size. Press "&", the cursor shifts to the right and "&" is automatically memorized. Press ;_,_ike,, 3. Press key and select large size. Press "B", the cursor shifts to the right and "B" is automatically memorized.
S SECTION VI. EMBROIDERY Getting Ready to Sew Embroidery • Embroidery Hoop F This is the standard size hoop, with 5.0" X 4.3" (126 mm X 110 mm) embroidery area for standard size embroidery designs. J • Instruction for template Starting point for the built-in embroidery designs. Starting point for horizontal monogramming in the left justified placement. Starting point for the embroidery designs from Card Reader & Writer 19000 (sold separately).
Stabilizer To obtain the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. Types of Stabilizer • Tear-away stabilizer Tear-away stabilizer is made from a fiber that will tear easily. Use tear-away stabilizers for stable woven fabrics. After stitching, tear away the stabilizer so that the small portion left in the back of the stitching will not affect the wear. • Iron-on stabilizer Iron-on stabilizer is an adhesive type stabilizer for knits and all kinds of unstable fabrics.
S To Set the Fabric in the Embroidery Hoop Mark the reference lines _ on the right side of the fabric where you wish to sew the design as illustrated using tailor's chalk. Reference lines Place the template on the fabric by matching the reference lines on the template to the reference lines you previously marked on the fabric. Tape the template _ to the fabric as shown to hold the template in place. (Transparent tape is recommended.
To Attach Machine the Embroidery S Hoop to the \ Turn the attaching knob _ so it is parallel with the hoop, and set it on the carriage. Attach the hoop by fitting the pins _ into the carriage holes _, and turn the attaching knob _ clockwise to secure the hoop. Attaching knob Pins Carriage holes \ Notes: • Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before embroidery sewing. • Do not try to move the carriage by hand or touch the carriage while it is moving.
Built-in Embroidery S Designs (_ Embroidery mode key Press the embroidery mode key (_ to enter the Embroidery mode. The built-in embroidery designs are displayed on the visual touch screen when you select the professional style embroidery mode. The following 5 categories are available on the embroidery mode. Built-in designs There are 22 built-in designs to choose from.
S Embroidery Mode Set To customize a setting within Embroidery mode, press embroidery mode setting key (_. Embroidery mode setting key i_ii_ _ _!i!!iiii Embroidery maximum speed The maximum sewing speed can be changed from 400 to 650 spm for embroidery sewing. The default setting is 650 spm. Press the -- key to reduce the maximum sewing speed. Press the _ key to increase the maximum sewing speed.
S Embroidery Screen When you select an embroidery design, the visual touch screen will show the design's parts and their sequence numbers, the thread color code, the presser foot to use, sewing time, number of colors needed and the embroidery's actual measurements. When you press the start/stop button, the machine will automatically start sewing. (_ J og keys Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys _ so that the needle drop position _ comes right above the center of the centerlines _ on the fabric.
S Return carriage key Press the _ikey to bring the carriage back to its home position after finishing embroidery. Note: ] Before you turn the power switch off in Embroidery mode,/ always be sure to press the key to return the carriage / to its home position. _....... J Return key When you press the ._ key, the previous pattern selection screen will be displayed. Stitch back/forward keys The stitch back/forward function is very useful when thread runs out or breaks during embroidery sewing.
S Starting to Sew Embroidery Loose thread Lower the presser foot, press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches. Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine. Raise the presser foot, cut off the loose thread (_ close to the starting point and lower the presser foot. Press the start/stop button to start sewing again and the machine will stop automatically after sewing is completed. Sewing Results The embroidery stitch pattern is sewn as shown against the centerlines on the fabric.
S Monogram Embroidery Press embroidery mode key, and press the monogram key. The monogram selection screen will appear and Gothic upper case alphabet font will automatically be selected. Monogram Selection Screen In the monogram selection window, you can program words by pressing the alphabet keys directly. After you press an alphabet key, the letter is memorized and the cursor moves to the right.
S @ OK key The selected letter/number/symbol monogram combination is confirmed by pressing the oK key. After the oK key is pressed the screen will change to the embroidery screen. @ Upper/lower ease key You can select upper or lower case letters by pressing the key. @ Letter size key You can choose three different sizes of letters: large, medium and small. Set the size of monogram before selecting the alphabet.
S 2-letter Monogram Press the Embroidery mode key and press the monogram key. Example: 2-Letters with a crest Crest keys Press !_ key. Select 2-letters and press the crest key. Select the letter "A". The cursor wilt move to the right. Select the letter "B". The cursor will move to the right. Press the °Kkey and the screen will change to the embroidery screen. Press the start/stop button to start sewing and the machine will stop automatically after the sewing is completed.
S ATA PC Card • To insert the ATA PC card Insert the SanDisk ® CompactFlash that contains saved stitch data into the SanDisk _ CompactFlash PC card adapter.Then insert the adapter into the slot with the front side of card (_ facing you. Push the card until it clicks, then the eject button @ pops out. (_ SanDisk ®CompactFlash PC card i When the card is properly set, the red bar on the eject button @ will show up.
Reader/writer f 19000 You can download embroidery designs from model 19000 series memory card library via card reader/writer 19000 to your Kenmore 19010. Note: The Readedwdter 19000 is sold separately. • Connecting Reader/writer 19000 insert the RS-232C cable _ into the RS-232C connector of the machine. insert the two plugs into the card reader/writer 19000. RS-232C cable RS-232C connector Reader/Writer 19000 \ insert a memory card from the model 19000 card library into the card reader 19000.
S Edit Mode In the edit mode, you can edit and combine designs to create your original embroidery. Press the embroidery mode key (_ and edit key _ to open the edit mode window. (_ Embroidery mode key Edit key Pattern Selection Windows in the Edit Mode You can open the built-in designs, monogram, and designs from the ATA PC card in the edit mode. When you are in the edit mode, the background color of each window changes to green.
Cancel S Key When you press the _!_, key, any changes that have been made to the selected pattern wilt be cancelled. Cancel key Note: When there is more than one pattern on the edit screen, you need to select the pattern that you wish to edit. Resizing the Selected f Pattern By pressing the s_ key, you may enlarge and reduce the size of the embroidery pattern from 90% to 120% of the original pattern size (depending on the size of orginal embroidery design).
Rotating the Selected Pattern Each time you press the _ key, the embroidery pattern will rotate 45 ° clockwise. (_ Rotation key Delete Key When you press the _ deleted. Delete key key, the selected pattern will be J Changing the Fabric and Thread Colors You can change the background color of the edit screen to simulate the fabric color that you are intending to use. The thread color of each of the selected pattern can also be changed to your preference.
S • Thread color change In this window you are able to change the assigned thread color of the selected part of the pattern. Select the pattern and press the _?_key to open the thread color change window. Select the part you wish to change thread color by pressing the color/part key (_. (_ Color/part key Select the desired color with the _ desired color tone with the _ Horizontal arrow keys _J keys _ and the keys _.
Pattern Combination (Example 1) Select built-in pattern 3. Press the edit key. Press the layout keys (_ to move the pattern down and to the left. J i i Press the _i key _ 5 times to rotate the pattern as illustrated. Return to the pattern selection window and select built-in pattern 3 again. Press the layout keys (_ again, then adjust the pattern down and to the left. % Press the "_*,, "_ key, once _ and then press _ ' key _. Press the layout keys to move the pattern to the bottom right.
S Pattern Combination (Example 2) Select built-in pattern 20. Press the edit key. Open the built-in design window and select pattern 1. Edit key % The screen returns to the edit mode window and pattern 1 will be displayed on the edit screen. With the layout keys _, move pattern 1 on to the outline of pattern 20. Layout keys % Select pattern 1 again and lay along the outline of pattern 20. Repeat the above step to form a heart-shape with a series of pattern 1.
S Selectthebuilt-inpattern20ontheeditscreen. Pressthe _ key. Pressthe oKkey. Deletekey (_ OKkey Thepatternsin theeditscreenarecombined andwiltbe showninthepreviewwindowas onedesign. Thecolodpartkeyofthenewcombineddesignwillalso beshown. Sewing Results The embroidery stitch pattern is sewn as shown against the centedines on the fabric. Note: The starting point of the combined or edited design is always in the center of the hoop.
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SECTIONVll. NORMAL MAINTENANCE s CAUTION: • Unplug the machine. • Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained in this section. • Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight. • Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth and mild soap. The model 19010 is equipped with dual sewing lights. One is located behind the face plate and the other is on the underside of the sewing arm.
S Cleaning the Hook Area Press the up/down needle button to raise the needle, then unplug the sewing machine. Remove the set screw _ on the left hand side of the needle plate _ with the screwdriver supplied with the machine. Remove the needle plate @. % Take out the bobbin. Lift up the bobbin holder _ and remove it. Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush (_. % Clean the feed dog _ and hook race _ with the lint brush (_. Clean the hook race _ with a soft dry cloth _.
STITCH/DESIGN Conventional Sewing CHART Monogram O0 130 r-i L.
STITCH/DESIGN Built-in Embroidery 01 Designs 02 CHART Built-in Embroidery 03 Monogram Gothic 06 07 08 09 Script 10 11 12 Chel_nham 16 19 j_ 18 2O 21 J 81
Troubleshooting f Condition Cause Reference Noisy operation. 1. Threads have been caught in the hook mechanism. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint. Page 79 Page 79 The needle thread breaks. 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. 3. The needle is bent or blunt. Page 16 Pages 26, 32 Page 8 Page 8 Page 12 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. 5. The thread is too heavy for the needle. 6.
Troubleshooting A Condition Cause Reference Patterns are distorted. 1. The correct presser foot is not used. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. 3. The embroidery hoop attaching knob is loose. 4. The carriage is bumping into something around the machine. 5. The fabric is not pulled tightly enough on the embroidery hoop. 6. The fabric is caught or pulled for some reason when sewing embroidery. Use the correct foot. Pages 26, 32 Page 59 Page 59 Page 58 Stop the machine & Free the fabric.
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