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Kenmore 385.16528000 User Manual

Kenmore 385.16528000
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SEWING MACHINE
Owner's Manual
MAQUlNA DE COSER
Manual de Instrucciones
MACHINE A COUDRE
Manuel d'instructions
Model, Modelo, Modele 385.16528000
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756-800-136 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

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Kenmore 385.16528000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model385.16528000
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SECTION II. GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting Machine to Power Supply

Connects the sewing machine to an electrical power source.

Operating Instructions

Provides general guidelines for using the sewing machine safely and effectively.

Controlling Sewing Speed

Adjusts the machine's sewing speed using the foot control pedal.

Pressure Adjusting Lever

Adjusts the pressure exerted by the presser foot on the fabric.

Presser Foot Lifter

Raises and lowers the presser foot for fabric placement.

Thread Cutter

Built-in tool for cutting threads after sewing.

Extension Table

Provides a larger sewing surface by attaching to the machine.

Accessory Box

Storage compartment for sewing accessories.

Changing Needle

Instructions for removing and replacing the sewing machine needle.

To Remove and Attach the Foot Holder

Instructions for removing and attaching the foot holder assembly.

Changing Presser Foot

Steps for safely removing and attaching different presser feet.

Presser Foot Types

Details on various presser feet and their specific uses.

Selecting Needle and Fabric

Guidance on choosing the correct needle and fabric type for sewing.

Bobbin Winding

Instructions for winding thread onto the bobbin.

Removing the hook cover plate

Procedure to remove the hook cover plate for accessing the bobbin area.

Inserting the bobbin

Step-by-step guide for placing the bobbin in the bobbin holder correctly.

Threading the Machine

Threading the machine

Detailed steps for threading the sewing machine's upper thread path.

Needle threader

Instructions on how to use the automatic needle threader.

Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for Straight Stitch

Correct tension

Describes the ideal straight stitch tension and how to achieve it.

Tension is too tight

Identifies symptoms and solutions when needle thread tension is too high.

Tension is too loose

Identifies symptoms and solutions when needle thread tension is too low.

Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for Zigzag Stitch

Correct tension

Explains correct tension settings for zigzag stitches for ideal appearance.

Tension is too tight

Describes issues and adjustments when zigzag stitch tension is too tight.

Tension is too loose

Describes issues and adjustments when zigzag stitch tension is too loose.

Stitch Selector (how to select stitches)

Stitch Width Control (how to adjust the stitch width)

Stitch Length Control (how to adjust the stitch length)

Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance

Reverse Stitch Control

SECTION III. STRAIGHT STITCH SEWING

Straight Stitch

Instructions for performing basic straight stitch sewing.

Use the Seam Guides

How to use seam guides for accurate seam allowances.

Turn a Square Corner

Technique for sewing sharp 90-degree corners.

Use the Quilter Guide

Topstitching

Technique for creating decorative and functional topstitches.

Quilting

Instructions on using the quilter guide for straight quilting stitches.

Zipper Sewing

To Drop or Raise the Feed Dogs

Darning

Instructions for performing darning stitches using dropped feed dogs.

SECTION IV. ZIGZAG STITCHES

Basic Zigzag

Guide to performing the standard zigzag stitch.

Satin Stitch

Instructions for using the satin stitch for decorative purposes.

Monogramming

Applique

Bar Tacking

Embroidery

Button Sewing

Overcasting Stitch

SECTION V. UTILITY STITCHES AND DECORATIVE STITCHES

Blind Hem Stitch

Technique for sewing invisible hems on various fabrics.

Lace Work

Multiple Zigzag Stitch

Seam Finishing

Mending

Shell Stitch

Box Stitch

Fagoting Stitch

Two-point Shell Stitch

Two-point Box Stitch

Overedge Stitch

Decorative Stitch of Geometric Patterns

Twin Needle Stitches (Option)

SECTION Vl. STRETCH STITCHES

Straight Stretch

Strong, durable stitch for areas needing elasticity and strength.

Rick-rack Stretch

Zigzag-like stitch used for decorative topstitching on stretch fabrics.

Overcast Stretch Stitching

Smocking

Serging

Elastic Stretch Stitch

Stretch Patching

Herring Bone Stretch

Decorative Stretch Patterns

SECTION VII. BUTTONHOLE

Automatic Buttonhole

Step-by-step guide for creating automatic buttonholes using the attachment.

Buttonhole style and size

How to adjust buttonhole stitch density

Corded Buttonhole

Manual Buttonhole

Automatic Buttonhole (Option)

Buttonhole style and size

Lists available templates for round end and keyhole buttonholes with sizes.

To adjust stitch density

SECTION VIII. CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Replacing the Light Bulb

Procedure for safely replacing the sewing machine's light bulb.

Cleaning the Bobbin Holder

Instructions for cleaning the bobbin holder and surrounding area for optimal performance.

Cleaning the Shuttle Race and Feed Dogs

Steps for cleaning essential internal parts like the shuttle race and feed dogs.

Oiling the Machine

Guidance on where and how often to oil the sewing machine.

Troubleshooting

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