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Kenmore 1430 User Manual

Kenmore 1430
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Kenmore
INSTRUCTIONS
ZIG ZAG SEWING MACHINE
MODEL 1430/1431/1625/1641/1940/1941
59982
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Kenmore 1430 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model1430
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Installing the Sewing Machine: Free-arm Type

Free-arm Type Installation

Instructions for placing the machine in a cabinet or carrying case.

Installing the Sewing Machine: Flat-bed Type

Flat-bed Type Installation

Instructions for placing the machine into a flat-bed cabinet.

Winding the Bobbin

Step-by-Step Bobbin Winding

Instructions on how to wind thread onto the bobbin.

Threading the Bobbin Case

Inserting and Threading Bobbin

Guide to correctly placing and threading the bobbin into its case.

Threading the Top Thread

Top Thread Path

Detailed steps for guiding the top thread through the machine.

Adjusting Top Tension

Adjusting Top Tension

How to set and adjust the upper thread tension for optimal stitching.

Adjusting Bobbin Tension

Adjusting Bobbin Tension

Method for adjusting the bobbin thread tension to balance stitches.

Checking Tensions

Tension Balance Test

Procedure to check and balance upper and bobbin thread tensions.

Stitch Width Control

Stitch Width Control

How to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch.

Stitch Length Control

Stitch Length Control

How to adjust the length of the stitches.

Reverse Stitch Control

Special Stitch Modifier

Special Stitch Dial

Special Stitch Dial

How to select various utility stitches using the dial.

Pressure Regulator

Pressure Regulator

How to adjust presser foot pressure for different fabrics.

Feed Dog Control

Needle, Thread, and Fabric Chart

Buttonhole Attachment

Garment Construction: Straight Stitching

Straight Stitching

How to set up and perform straight stitches for garment construction.

Garment Construction: Fastening a Seam

Garment Construction: Zigzag Stitching

Zigzag Stitching

How to set up and use the zigzag stitch for various purposes.

Garment Construction: Overcasting

Stretch Stitches: Straight Stretch

Special Finishing Stitches: Buttonhole Making

Buttonhole Making (Model 1625 only)

Detailed instructions for creating buttonholes using the machine.

Special Finishing Stitches: Blind Hemming

Blind Hemming

Techniques for creating blind hems on garments.

Special Finishing Stitches: Satin Stitching

Zipper Application: Regular Zipper

Regular Zipper

How to install a regular zipper using the zipper foot.

Zipper Application: Invisible Zipper

Mending and Darning: Mending

Mending and Darning: Button Sewing

Free-Arm Sewing

Checking Performance Problems

Troubleshooting Guide

A table of common problems, causes, and corrections.

Caring for the Machine: Oiling Under Arm Cover Plate

Caring for the Machine: Oiling Underside (Free-arm)

Caring for the Machine: Oiling Underside (Flat-bed)

Parts List: Detailed Listing

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