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Kenmore 117.552 User Manual

Kenmore 117.552
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Kenmore 117.552 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model117.552
TypeMechanical
Stitch SelectionDial
Buttonhole Style4-Step

Summary

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The Object of This Book

To Install Sewing Machine Head On Cabinet

Oiling

Cleaning Machine

Instructions for cleaning the sewing machine, especially when it runs hard due to gummed bearings or poor oiling.

Threading The Machine, Upper Thread

To Wind a Bobbin

Threading the Bobbin Case

To Draw Up Lower Thread

To Remove Shuttle from the Shuttle Race

To Remove the Bobbin Case from Shuttle

To Replace the Shuttle

Regulating the Tensions

To Regulate Stitch Length

Instructions for adjusting the stitch regulator lever for forward and reverse stitch length with stops.

To Remove the Work

Steps to properly remove finished work from the sewing machine without breaking thread.

To Avoid Breaking Needles

To Set the Needle

Proper Needles and Thread

The Narrow Hemmer

Hemming and Sewing on Lace in One Operation With the Foot Hemmer

Felled Seam with Foot Hemmer

Wide Hemmers

Cutting Gauge

The Multiple Slot Binder

Exclusive Bindings with the Multiple Slot Binder

Binding with Bias Cut Binding

Binder Adjustments

Quilting

Ruffler Attachment

Ruffling Technique

Instructions for using the Ruffler attachment to create ruffles with adjustable fullness and stitch length.

Six-Stitch Pleating

Guide to setting the Ruffler for six-stitch pleating, including depth and stitch length adjustments.

Twelve-Stitch Pleating

Guide to setting the Ruffler for twelve-stitch pleating, including depth and stitch length adjustments.

Group Pleating Technique

Procedure for creating group pleats using the Ruffler attachment by resetting the pleat pin.

Shirring

To Use Shirring Plate

Steps for attaching and using the Shirring Plate for ruffles, headings, and continuous rows of shirring.

Piping and Edgestitching to Ruffle

Combination Edge-Stitcher, Tucking Guide and Top-Braider

How to Adjust the Edge-Stitcher

Instructions on adjusting the edge-stitcher attachment for precise stitching on various materials.

Tucking

Guide to creating tucks of various widths using the tucking guide numbers and slots.

Braiding

The Shirring Foot

Inserting Cording

Steps for using the adjustable combination foot to insert and attach cording to fabric.

Attaching a Slide Fastener

Motor Lubrication

Speed Control and Current

SIMPLE CORRECTIONS FOR MINOR DIFFICULTIES

If It Skips Stitches

Common causes and simple fixes for sewing machines skipping stitches, including needle and threading issues.

If It Breaks Thread

Troubleshooting steps for thread breakage, covering needle, threading, tension, and needle plate issues.

If It Breaks Needles

Causes and remedies for sewing machine needles breaking, such as pulling work or incorrect needle setup.

If Puckers On Ordinary Material

If Puckers On Fine Material

Loose Stitching

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