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Kenmore 385.17724 User Manual

Kenmore 385.17724
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ER'SMANUAL
SEWING MACHINE
MODEL _385._17724_ _O
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Kenmore 385.17724 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model385.17724
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

Instructions to prevent electric shock.

KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Locate and Identify the Parts

Identifies the main components of the sewing machine.

A Portable case or Cabinet is Available

Information on carrying cases and cabinets for the machine.

Identify the Accessories

Lists and describes the various accessories included with the machine.

PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING

Set Up the Machine

Instructions for plugging in, switching on, and using the foot control.

Set the Pressure Dial

Guide on adjusting the pressure control dial for different fabrics.

Setting Spool Pins

Instructions on how to use and store spool pins.

Adjust the Presser Foot Lever

How to raise and lower the presser foot lever.

Thread Cutter

Information about the built-in thread cutter.

Accessory Storage Box

Describes the storage box for sewing accessories.

Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension Table

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

Know What the Presser Feet Will Do

Explains the function and use of different presser feet.

Change the Presser Foot

Step-by-step guide on how to change presser feet.

Choose Your Needle and Thread

Guidance on selecting the correct needle and thread for fabrics.

Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length Chart

A chart correlating fabric types with needle, thread, and stitch length.

To Change Your Needle

Detailed steps for replacing the sewing machine needle.

Prepare the Bobbin

Instructions on how to remove and wind a bobbin.

Insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Holder

Steps for correctly inserting the bobbin into the bobbin holder.

Prepare Your Top Thread

Instructions on how to thread the needle and machine.

Pick Up Your Bobbin Thread

How to bring the bobbin thread up to the needle area.

Adjust the Top Thread Tension

Guide on adjusting the top thread tension for optimal stitching.

Stitch Selector

Explains how to use the stitch selector to choose stitches.

Stitch Width Control

How to adjust the width of the selected stitch.

Stitch Length Control

How to adjust the length of the selected stitch.

Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance

How to fine-tune stretch stitches for appearance.

Reverse Stitch Control

How to use the reverse stitch control for backtacking.

Starting To Sew

General tips and procedures for beginning to sew.

LEARN THE STITCHES

Practical Stitch Chart

A chart detailing various stitches, their uses, and settings.

Straight Stitch

Instructions for performing a basic straight stitch.

Use the Seam Guides

How to use the needle plate markings for seam allowances.

Turn a Square Corner

Technique for sewing precise square corners.

Use the Darning Plate

Instructions on how to install and use the darning plate.

Topstitching

How to perform topstitching for decorative effects.

Darning

Detailed steps for darning fabric.

Straight Stretch

How to sew a stretch stitch for knits and stretch fabrics.

Zigzag Stitches

Overview of different zigzag stitch applications.

Satin Stitch

Instructions for sewing satin stitches for decorative purposes.

Applique

How to use stitches for applique work.

Bar Tacking

How to sew bar tacks for reinforcement.

Overcasting Stitch

How to use the overcasting stitch for finishing edges.

Rick-Rack Stretch

How to sew a rick-rack stretch stitch.

Three-Step Zigzag

Instructions for the three-step zigzag stitch.

Monogramming

Instructions for creating monograms using the machine.

Embroidery

Techniques for free-motion embroidery.

Saw a Button

Step-by-step guide to sewing buttons onto fabric.

Blind Hemming

How to sew a blind hem.

Lace Work

Techniques for working with lace.

Buttonhole Making

Introduction to making buttonholes.

Learning to Sew Buttonholes

Basic introduction to buttonhole creation.

Built-in System

How to use the machine's built-in buttonhole system.

Using Buttonhole Attachment

Instructions for using the buttonhole attachment system.

Sew in a Zipper

Step-by-step guide for sewing in a zipper.

Shell Stitching

How to create shell stitches.

Two-Point Shell Stitching

Instructions for the two-point shell stitch.

Smocking

Techniques for smocking fabric.

Stretch Patching

How to perform stretch patching.

Fagoting Stitch

Instructions for the fagoting stitch.

Herring Bone Stretch

How to sew the herring bone stretch stitch.

Elastic Stretch Stitch

How to attach elastic with a stretch stitch.

Box Stitching

Instructions for the box stitching.

Two-point Box Stitch

How to sew the two-point box stitch.

Overedging Stitch

Instructions for the overedging stitch.

Decorate with Geometric Patterns

Using stitches for decorative patterns.

PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART

What to Do When

Troubleshooting guide for common sewing machine problems.

CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE

Replace the Light Bulb

Steps for replacing the sewing machine's light bulb.

Clean the Bobbin Holder

Instructions for cleaning the bobbin holder area.

Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs

How to clean crucial internal parts of the machine.

Oiling the Machine

Guidance on when and where to oil the sewing machine.

PARTS LIST

WARRANTY

FULL 25-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD

Warranty coverage for the sewing machine head.

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE

Warranty for electrical components of the sewing machine.

FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Warranty for parts and mechanical adjustments.

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