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Kenmore 385.15202 User Manual

Kenmore 385.15202
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SEWmNG MACHmNE
Owner's Manual (Operating fundamentals)
MAQUINA DE COSER
Manual de Instrucdones
MACHmNE A COUDRE (Principes fundamentaux)
Manuel d'instructions
Model, Modelo, ModUle 385.15202, 15408
304-800q79 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

Table of Contents

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Kenmore 385.15202 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model385.15202
TypeMechanical
Stitch WidthUp to 5 mm
Buttonhole Styles1-Step
Speed ControlYes
Automatic Needle ThreaderNo
Drop FeedYes
Free ArmYes
Sewing Speed750 stitches per minute
Needle Type15x1
Bobbin TypeClass 15
Stitch OptionsDecorative
Presser FeetButtonhole, Zipper

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Master Protection Agreements

Details extended product warranty and benefits for your new Kenmore.

Sears Installation Service

Information on professional installation services for home appliances.

Machine Specifications (15202)

Machine Specifications (15408)

Kenmore Sewing Machine Warranty

Full 25 Year Warranty on Die-Cast Metal Frame

Covers defects in the metal frame for 25 years.

Full 10 Year Warranty on Internal Mechanical Components

Covers internal mechanical parts for 10 years.

Full 2 Year Warranty on Exterior Components

Covers exterior parts for 2 years.

Full 2 Year Warranty on Electrical Equipment

Covers electrical components for 2 years.

Full 90 Day Warranty on Adjustments and Specified Parts

Covers mechanical adjustments and parts for 90 days.

SECTION I. NAMES OF PARTS

Cabinets and Sewing Machine Tote Bag

Information on availability of sewing machine cabinets and tote bags.

Names of Parts

Identifies and labels the various parts of the sewing machine.

Available Accessories and Attachments

SECTION II. GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting Machine to Power Supply

Instructions for connecting the sewing machine to electrical power.

Before Using Your Sewing Machine

Initial steps and checks before operating the machine.

For Your Safety

Important safety precautions to follow during machine operation.

Polarized Plug

Explanation and safety considerations for the polarized plug.

Controlling Sewing Speed

How to adjust sewing speed using the foot control.

Setting Spool Pins

Presser Foot Lifter

Thread Cutter

Accessory Box

Extension Table

Detaching the table

Instructions for removing the extension table for free-arm sewing.

Attaching the table

Instructions for securely attaching the extension table.

Changing Needle

To Remove and Attach the Foot Holder

Procedure for removing and attaching the foot holder.

Changing Presser Foot

To remove

Steps to safely remove the current presser foot from the machine.

To attach

Steps to safely attach a new presser foot to the machine.

Presser Foot Types

Zigzag foot

Description and uses of the zigzag foot for various stitches.

Sliding buttonhole foot

Description and uses of the sliding buttonhole foot for buttonholes.

Zipper foot (Model 15408 exclusive)

Description and uses of the zipper foot for sewing zippers.

Straight stitch foot (Model 15408 exclusive)

Description and uses of the straight stitch foot.

Selecting Needle and Fabric

Bobbin Winding

Removing bobbin case

Steps to properly remove the bobbin case from the shuttle.

Bobbin winding

Detailed instructions for winding a bobbin with thread.

SECTION III. STRAIGHT STITCH SEWING

Straight Stitch

Basic instructions and settings for sewing a straight stitch.

Starting to sew

How to begin sewing a straight stitch accurately.

Finishing sewing

How to end a seam and prepare for the next stitch.

Use the Seam Guides

How to use the needle plate seam guides for accurate sewing.

Turn a Square Corner

Instructions for turning square corners while sewing.

Inserting bobbin

Threading the Machine

Threading the machine

Step-by-step guide to threading the sewing machine's upper thread.

Drawing up bobbin thread

How to draw up the bobbin thread to the top.

Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for a Straight Stitch

Correct tension

How to achieve the correct needle thread tension for a straight stitch.

Tension is too tight

Troubleshooting steps for when the needle thread tension is too tight.

Tension is too loose

Troubleshooting steps for when the needle thread tension is too loose.

Adjust bobbin tension

Instructions on how to adjust the bobbin thread tension.

Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for a Zigzag Stitch

Correct tension

How to achieve correct tension for zigzag stitches.

Tension is too tight

Troubleshooting for tight zigzag stitch tension.

Tension is too loose

Troubleshooting for loose zigzag stitch tension.

Stitch Pattern Selector

Stitch Length Dial

Stitch Width Dial

Reverse Stitch Control

Get it fixed, at your home or ours!

Your Home

Information on in-home repair services for appliances and systems.

Our Home

Information on carry-in repair services for vacuums and electronics.

Protection Agreements and Maintenance

Contact details for purchasing protection and maintenance agreements.

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