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General| Type | Sewing Machine |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 385.15512 |
| Brand | Kenmore |
| Needle Type | Universal |
| Bobbin Type | Class 15 |
| Mechanical | Yes |
| Top Loading | Yes |
| Stitch Width | Up to 5 mm |
| Stitch Length | Up to 4 mm |
| Free Arm | Yes |
| Included Presser Feet | All-Purpose Foot, Zipper Foot, Buttonhole Foot |
| Power Source | Electric |
| Stitches | 22 |
| Built-in Stitches | 22 built-in stitches |
| Weight | Approx. 15 lbs |
| Bobbin System | Top Drop-In |
| Tension Control | Manual |
| Lighting | LED |
Key safety warnings related to electrical shock, burns, fire, and injury during machine operation.
Covers defects in material or workmanship for the sewing machine's internal mechanical parts.
Covers defects in the sewing machine's electrical and electronic components.
Covers parts replacement and mechanical service for 90 days, excluding normal maintenance.
Step-by-step guide for connecting the sewing machine to the electrical power source.
Essential safety guidelines to follow before and during sewing machine operation.
General operating procedures and critical notes for safe and proper use of the machine.
Explanation of how sewing speed is adjusted using the foot control pedal.
Instructions on how to use and store the spool pins for thread spools.
Details on the function and positioning of the presser foot lifter.
How to utilize the built-in thread cutter for cleanly cutting threads.
Location and purpose of the accessory box for storing sewing tools.
Instructions for switching between free-arm and flat-bed sewing modes.
Application of the zigzag foot for various stitching types.
Application of the straight stitch foot for center needle stitching.
Application of the sliding buttonhole foot for manual buttonhole creation.
Application of the zipper foot for sewing zippers along edges.
Application of the satin stitch foot for decorative stitches and applique.
Procedure for safely removing the bobbin case from the shuttle mechanism.
Step-by-step guide on how to wind thread onto the bobbin correctly.
Steps to correctly insert a wound bobbin into the bobbin case and shuttle.
Detailed instructions for threading the upper needle with thread.
Method for bringing the bobbin thread up through the needle plate.
How to set the needle thread tension for an ideal straight stitch.
Identification and correction for when needle thread tension is excessively tight.
Identification and correction for when needle thread tension is too loose.
How to set needle thread tension for optimal zigzag stitches.
Identification and correction for excessively tight zigzag stitch tension.
Identification and correction for excessively loose zigzag stitch tension.
Basic straight stitch sewing, including starting and finishing techniques.
How to use the seam guides on the needle plate for accurate seam width.
Step-by-step guide for sewing perfect square corners on fabric.
Instructions for preparing fabric pieces before sewing a zipper.
Initial steps for sewing a zipper onto fabric accurately.
Procedures for adjusting the feed dogs for different sewing tasks.
Recommended machine settings for performing darning.
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