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Kenmore 385. 19000 User Manual

Kenmore 385. 19000
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SEARS owner'sManual
Manual de Instrucciones
Manuel d'lnstructions
SEWING MACHINE
MAQUlNA DE COSER
MACHINE .ACOUDRE
Model
Modelo
ModUle
385.
19000
CAUTION:
Before using sewing machine,
read this manual and follow
all its Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions.
Safety Instructions
Warranty
Specifications
Operation
Care and Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Eststes, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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Kenmore 385. 19000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model385. 19000
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

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.

WARRANTY

FULL 25 YEAR WARRANTY ON SEWING MACHINE HEAD

Repair defects in material or workmanship for the sewing machine head.

FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT OF SEWING MACHINE

Repair defects in electrical and electronic equipment of the sewing machine.

FULL 90-DAY WARRANTY ON ALL PARTS AND MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENTS

Replace parts and provide mechanical service for proper operation.

SECTION II GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting Machine to Power Supply

Instructions for connecting the sewing machine to the power supply.

For Your Safety

Important safety precautions to follow during operation.

Controlling Sewing Speed

How to adjust sewing speed using the foot control.

Winding the Bobbin

Setting the spool

Guidance on selecting the correct spool holder.

Winding the Bobbin

Step-by-step instructions for winding the bobbin.

Removing the Bobbin

Inserting the Bobbin

Threading the Machine

Threading the Machine

Detailed steps for threading the sewing machine.

Needle Threader

Instructions on how to use the automatic needle threader.

Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread

Presser Foot Lifter

Pressure Dial

Up/Down Needle, Auto-Lock and Reverse Buttons

Up/Down Needle Button

Controls for raising and lowering the needle.

Auto-Lock Button

Engages automatic locking stitches at the end of patterns.

Reverse Button

Engages reverse stitching or locking stitches.

Adjust the Top Thread Tension

Choose the Correct Tension

Guidance on achieving the ideal straight stitch tension.

Tension is too tight

Troubleshooting steps when top thread tension is too tight.

Tension is too loose

Troubleshooting steps when top thread tension is too loose.

SECTION III CONVENTIONAL SEWING

Selecting Patterns (Conventional Sewing)

How to select and change sewing patterns on the screen.

Straight Seam Sewing

Up/Down Needle Position Key

Toggles needle position between up and down.

Needle Up

Ensures the needle stops in the up position after sewing.

Needle Down

Ensures the needle stops in the down position after sewing.

Starting to Sew

Instructions for positioning fabric and starting a seam.

Changing Sewing Direction

How to pivot fabric to change sewing direction.

Finishing Sewing

Seam Allowance Lines

Sewing on Heavy Fabrics

Setting Stitch Length and Left/Right Needle Position

Manual Stitch Length

Adjusting stitch length manually for specific needs.

Variable Needle Position

Adjusting needle position for left, middle, or right.

Straight Stitches

Basic Straight Stitch

Used for regular seams and pintucking.

Lock-A-Matic

Automatically sews four stitches forward, four reverse.

Triple Stretch Stitch

Strong, durable stitch for elasticity and strength.

Stretch Stitch

Narrow stretch stitch to prevent puckering on knits.

Quilting

Zigzag Stitch

Manual Stitch Width and Length

Three Stitches for Overcasting

Zigzag Stitch

Fastest way to finish an edge, neat and flat.

Multiple Zigzag Stitch

Finishes seam allowance on synthetics and fabrics that pucker.

Overcasting

Simultaneously stitches and overcasts seams in one step.

Sensor Buttonhole

Three Styles of Buttonhole

Details the three types: Square, Roundend, Keyhole.

Preparation for Sewing

Attaching the automatic buttonhole foot R.

To Sew

Instructions for sewing buttonholes and adjusting width.

Sensor Buttonholes, cont'd

To Alter Buttonhole Stitch Width and Density

Adjusting stitch width and density for buttonholes.

Return Key

Adjusting Pattern Balance

SECTION IV PROFESSIONAL STYLE EMBROIDERY

Getting Ready to Sew Professional Style Embroidery

Preparation steps for professional style embroidery.

Zipper Sewing

To Snap On the Zipper Foot

Instructions for attaching the zipper foot.

Fabric Preparation

Steps for preparing fabric and zipper opening.

To Sew

Detailed steps for sewing a zipper.

Zipper Sewing, cont'd

Blind Stitch Hemming

To sew:

Instructions for sewing blind stitch hems.

Changing Needle Position

Adjusting needle position for blind stitch hemming.

Knit Stitch

Applique

Shell Stitch

Smocking Stitch

Fagoting Stitch

Elastic Stitch

Decorative Stitch

Crescent

Adjusting Pattern Balance

Embroidery with Memory Card (Memory Cards with one or two digit names)

Selecting a Memory Card Design

How to select designs from memory cards.

Thread Color and Sewing Procedure

Information on thread colors and sewing sequence.

Using Built-in Monogramming Mode

Sewing Built-in Letters and Numbers

To Select Block Style Letters

Instructions for selecting and using block style letters.

Upper/Lower Case Key

Alternates between uppercase and lowercase letters.

To Select Script Style Letters

Instructions for selecting and using script style letters.

Letter Size Key

Changes the size of letters and numbers.

Combining Letters in Script Style

European (Accented) Letters in Block Style

Embroidery with Memory Cards

To Insert the Memory Card

Step-by-step guide to inserting the memory card.

To Eject the Memory Card

Instructions for safely removing the memory card.

Skipping

Select design 1.

Instructions for selecting a specific design.

To sew only the second part of the pattern

Sewing only a portion of a selected pattern.

Sew the pattern until the machine stops automatically

Procedure for automatic pattern completion.

Helpful tips about Memory Cards

SECTION V CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Care of Your Machine

General instructions for cleaning and maintaining the sewing machine.

Cleaning the Hook Race

Replacing the Bobbin Holder

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

When Messages Appear on the Screen

For repair or replacement parts

1-800-366-PART

Contact for repair or replacement parts delivered home.

For in-house major brand repair service

1-800-4-REPAIR

Contact for major brand in-house repair service.

For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center

1-800-488-1222

Contact for locating a Sears Parts and Repair Center.

For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement

1-800-827-6655

Contact for Sears Maintenance Agreement information.

SEWING MACHINE

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

Required information for ordering repair parts.

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