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Kenmore 385.19365 User Manual

Kenmore 385.19365
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SEWmNG MACHINE
Owner's Manual
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MACHINE A COUDRE
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Model, Modelo, Modele 385.19365 __o
#842-800-208 SEARS CANADA INC,, TRONT_ ONT., M5B 2B8 www.searscorn

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Kenmore 385.19365 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model385.19365
BrandKenmore
Needle ThreaderYes
Drop FeedYes
Free ArmYes
Foot ControlIncluded

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

DANGER

Critical warnings regarding electric shock hazards.

WARNING

Warnings about burns, fire, electric shock, and injury.

Save These Instructions

Advice to keep safety instructions for future reference.

Warranty Information

25-Year Warranty on Material and Workmanship

Covers defects in mechanical parts for 25 years.

2-Year Warranty on Electrical Equipment

Covers electrical and electronic components for 2 years.

90-Day Warranty on Parts and Adjustments

Covers parts and mechanical adjustments for 90 days.

Commercial/Rental Use Warranty Limitation

Limits warranty coverage to 90 days for commercial use.

Machine Specifications

Section I: Names of Parts

Cabinet and Tote Bags

Information on available cabinets and tote bags.

Names of Parts

Identifies components of the sewing machine.

Standard Accessories

Names of Parts

Lists and identifies included accessories and feet.

Available Accessories and Attachments

Ordering Repair Parts

Provides information for ordering repair parts and accessories.

Parts Delivery Service

Details on getting repair parts delivered directly to your home.

Extension Table

Detaching Extension Table

Instructions on how to remove the extension table.

Free Arm Sewing

Explains the use of the free arm for sewing.

Attaching Extension Table

Instructions on how to attach the extension table.

Section II: Getting Ready to Sew

Connecting Machine to Power Supply

Steps for safely connecting the sewing machine to power.

For Your Safety

General safety precautions during operation.

Operating Instructions

General guidelines for operating the sewing machine.

Electronic Sewing Speed Control

Explains the speed control lever and foot pedal.

Main Function of Buttons

Up/Down Needle Position Button

Controls the needle's up/down movement when stopped.

Auto-Lock Button

For sewing automatic locking stitches.

Reverse Button

For sewing stitches in reverse.

Screen Sharpness Adjusting Dial

Adjusts the LCD screen's clarity.

Language Selection Dial

Allows selection of the display language.

Mode Key

Direct Mode Pattern Selection

Selects patterns directly using number keys.

Blue Mode Pattern Selection

Selects utility/decorative stitches via numbers.

Red Mode Character Selection

Selects block-style characters via numbers.

Green Mode Character Selection

Selects script-style characters via numbers.

Stitch Width Selection

Stitch Length Selection

Editing

Elongation Key

Mirror Image Key

Message Key

Twin Needle

Memory Key

Clear Key

Stock/Call Key

Direct Pattern Selection and Number Keys

Direct Pattern Selection

Selects patterns 01-10 and buttonholes BH1-BH3.

Number Keys

Selects patterns by entering their number.

Pattern Selection and Screen Indication

Number Key Selection

Mode Selection

Normal / Resumption Mode

Sets how the machine recalls previous settings.

Buzzer Mode

Controls the sound indicator for machine operations.

To Raise or Drop the Feed Dogs

Pressure Adjusting Lever

Presser Foot Lifter

Changing Needle

To Remove and Attach the Presser Foot

To Remove and Attach the Foot Holder

Selecting Needle and Fabric

Winding the Bobbin

Removing the Bobbin

How to remove the bobbin from the bobbin case.

Setting up the Bobbin Winding

Prepares the machine for winding a bobbin.

To Use the Additional Spool Pin

Instructions for using an extra spool pin.

Setting up the Spool

Winding the Bobbin

Inserting the Bobbin

Threading the Machine

Threading the Machine

Detailed steps for threading the upper and lower threads.

Needle Threader

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

Balanced Thread Tension

Auto-Thread Tension

Automatic tension setting for optimal stitch balance.

Balanced Thread Tension

Describes correct tension for straight and zigzag stitches.

Manual Thread Tension Adjustment

How to manually adjust thread tension for balance.

Section III: Basic Sewing

Straight Stitch Sewing

Instructions for performing basic straight stitch sewing.

Using the Seam Guides on the Needle Plate

Turning Square Corners

Using the Quilting Guide

Sewing on Heavy Fabrics

Manual Stitch Length

Variable Needle Position

Various Utility Stitches

Basting

Instructions for basting stitches.

Automatic Reverse Stitch

Triple Stretch Stitch

Stretch Stitch

Auto-Lock Stitch

Saddle Stitch

Zigzag Stitches

To Change the Width and Length

Adjusts zigzag stitch width and length.

Overcasting Stitch

Tricot Stitch

Overedge Sewing II

Overedge Sewing III

Sewing Button

Automatic Buttonhole (BH1)

Sewing Preparation

Attaching the buttonhole foot and preparing the button.

Starting to Sew

Adjusting the Stitch Width and Density in Buttonholes

To Change the Stitch Width

Adjusts the width for different buttonhole types.

To Change the Stitch Density

Adjusts the density for buttonhole stitches.

Adjusting the Stitch Width and Density in Buttonholes 2 and 3

Adjustment of the Stitch Width on Buttonhole 2

Sets stitch width for rounded buttonholes.

Adjustment of the Stitch Width on Buttonhole 3

Sets stitch width for keyhole buttonholes.

Automatic Buttonhole (BH2/BH3)

BH2 Sewing Steps

Steps for creating BH2 automatic buttonholes.

BH3 Sewing Steps

Steps for creating BH3 automatic buttonholes.

Corded Buttonhole

Adjusting Pattern Balance

Adjusting Distorted Stretch Stitch Patterns

Corrects uneven stretch stitch patterns.

Programming Decorative Stitch Patterns

Programming Pattern Combinations

Stores sequences of stitches for repetitive use.

Example: Programmed Stitch Sewing Pattern Finishing

Cycle Stitching with Mirror Image Patterns

Restarting Programmed Patterns

Restarting from Start Position using Memory Key

Returns to the beginning of a programmed pattern.

Restarting from Last Pattern Using Mirror Image Key

Returns to the start of the last sewn pattern.

Elongation

Sewing Sample (Stitch Pattern 46)

Example sewing of stitch pattern 46.

One Point Stitch

Sewing Letters in Block Style

Sewing the word 'Sunday'

Example steps for sewing letters in block style.

Sewing Letters in Script Style

Combining Letters A, B, C

Example steps for sewing letters in script style.

Editing Function I

Checking and Correcting Pattern Combinations

Verifies and corrects programmed stitch patterns.

Deleting a Stitch Pattern, Letter or Number by Editing

Editing Function II

Adjusting Stitch Width and Length

Modifies stitch width and length for memorized patterns.

Section V: Care of Your Machine

Clean the Hook Race and Feed Dogs

Maintenance procedure for cleaning key machine parts.

Assemble the Hook Race

Steps for reassembling the hook race.

Removing the Light Bulb

Attaching the Light Bulb

Troubleshooting

Needle Thread Breaks

Common causes and solutions when the needle thread breaks.

Bobbin Thread Breaks

Common causes and solutions when the bobbin thread breaks.

Needle Breaks

Common causes and solutions when the needle breaks.

Screen Is Not Clear

Solutions for an unclear display screen.

Skipped Stitches

Causes and remedies for skipped stitches.

Seam Puckering

Causes and remedies for puckering seams.

Cloth Not Feeding Smoothly

Solutions when fabric feeding is uneven.

Machine Doesn't Work

Troubleshooting steps for a non-operational machine.

Patterns Are Distorted

Solutions for distorted stitch patterns.

Automatic Buttonhole Stitches Not Working

Troubleshooting for automatic buttonhole issues.

Get It Fixed, At Your Home or Ours!

Your Home Repair Service

Information on in-home appliance repair services.

Our Home Carry-In Repair Service

Information on carry-in repair services for items.

Sears Protection Agreement

Information on purchasing product protection agreements.

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