Sears 385. 1884180 Sewing Machine User Manual


 
For Zigzag Stitch
in the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show on the top side
of fabric and the top threads will show slightly on the bottom side. See
below for the correct appearance. To match this appearance, adjust your top
tension.
Top tension Top tension
Too Tight Too Loose
Top s_de of Fabric Top side of Fabric
Just Right
Top side of Fabric
Bottom sCde of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric Bottom side of Fabric
Too Tight: Too Loop; Just Right:
--Corner ot each --The top thread Minimize the amount
zigzag will pull will loop through of top thread visible on
together on the bottom side ot the bottom side of
top side of fabrics, fabric and will be fabric w_thout causing
pulled almost excessive puckering or
together, eausmg the bobbin
thread to show on the
top side. Results vary
with fabric, thread and
sewing conditions,
The stktch selector control determines the stitch you select.
Simply turn this control until the desired stitch is indicated by the red indicator
on the stitch indicator panel. The bottom row of stitches is selected when the
stitch length control is set at the stretch stitch posit'=on.
NOTE: To avoid needle or fabric damage, be sure your needle is up and out of
fabric when selecting a stitch.
Stitch patterns are color-coded to recommend setting zones at the stitch length
control
ZONES
= Orange ........ Straight, Zigzag and Utility Stitches
o Green ......... Geometric Decorative Stitches
= Blue ......... Built-in Buttonhole Making
= Yellow ...... Stretch Stitches
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