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Kenmore 117-95 User Manual

Kenmore 117-95
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Kenmore 117-95 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model117-95
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Oiling the Kenmore Rotary Sewing Machine

Threading the Machine

Upper Threading Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for correctly threading the upper thread through the sewing machine.

Bobbin Winding

Using the Automatic Bobbin Winder

Guide on how to use the Kenmore automatic bobbin winder to fill a bobbin with thread.

Bobbin Case and Shuttle Operations

Threading the Bobbin Case

Instructions on how to thread the bobbin case correctly before inserting it into the shuttle.

Placing and Removing Bobbin Case in Shuttle

Details the procedure for inserting and removing the bobbin case from the shuttle assembly.

Shuttle Maintenance and Preparation

Preparing for Sewing and Tension Adjustment

Preparing the Machine for Sewing

Steps to ensure the machine is ready for sewing, including bringing up the lower thread.

Regulating Tensions

Discusses automatic tension release and initial tension settings.

Tension Balancing and Work Removal

Balancing Upper and Lower Tensions

Guidance on achieving balanced stitch tension for neat results, with visual examples.

Needle Installation and Alignment

Setting the Needle Correctly

Step-by-step guide for inserting and securing the needle in the needle clamp.

Binder Attachments for Garment Finishing

Using the Multiple Slot Binder

Explains how to use the multiple slot binder for various binding widths.

Using the Five-Stitch Ruffler Attachment

Motor Operation and Speed Control

Motor Lubrication and Power

Details on motor lubrication points, types of current, and voltage.

Troubleshooting Common Sewing Machine Issues

Remedies for Skipping Stitches

Identifies causes like crooked needles or incorrect needle settings for skipped stitches.

Troubleshooting Thread and Stitch Problems

Remedies for Broken Thread

Lists causes for thread breakage such as wrong needle, improper threading, or tight tension.

Resolving Puckering on Materials

Addresses puckering on ordinary and fine materials, often due to tension imbalance or blunt needles.

Addressing Loose Stitching

Discusses causes of loose stitching, primarily related to loose tensions or obstructions.

Troubleshooting Machine Performance

Remedies for Hard-Running Machine

Solutions for a machine that runs hard, focusing on oiling and clearing shuttle race obstructions.

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