Sears 385. 1274180, 385. 1254180, 385. 1264180 SEARS. Roebuck and CO, Kenmore Sewing Machine

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SEARS. ROEBUCK AND CO.

Dear Customer;

You have just {nvested m a very fine zigzag sewing machine. Before using your new Kenmore machine,

please pause for a moment and carefully read this booklet which contains instructions on how to operate and care for your machine.

Specific instructions are g_ven on threading, tension adiustments, cleamng, oiling, etc. This will help you

obtain the best sewing results and avoid unnecessary service expense for conditions beyond our control.

Advice on the operation and care of your machine is always available at your nearest Sears Retail Store. Please remember, if you have questions about your machine or need parts and servlce_ always mention the model number and seria_ number when you inquire.

Kenmore Sewing Machine

Record in space provEded below the model number and serial number of th_s appliance, The model number and sofia! number

are located on the nomenclature plate_ as _dentified on Page 3 of this booklet.

Model No. 385.Serial No.

Retain these numbers for future reference.

THIS MODEL IS A CENTER NEEDLE, LOW BAR SEWING MACHINE.

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Contents 385 SEARS. Roebuck and CO Kenmore Sewing MachineTableofcontents APortable Case OtCabinet is Avaiiasie LoCate and identify the PartsClutchKnob Identify the AcCeSsories Set Up the Machine = Plug in the Machine and Switch on the PowerSet Upthe Macine Adjust the Presser Foot LeverPage Stitching Setl Up the MaChine= Free-Arm Sewing Toops WaistlineZigzag toot Know What the Presser Feet WillDo Presser Foot TypesChoose Your Needle and Thread HeavyChoose Your Needle and Thread YouPrepare the Bobbin Toward you= Wind the Bobbin Through= insert the Bobbin into the Bobbin Case Prepare Your Top Thread € Thread Your NeedleEFo1R SE LeavingAdjust the Top Thread Tension Too Tight Too Loose Just R ight Stitch Selector IVlode 12741l ModelSooVooL Starting To Sew On p Practical Stitch Chart Check Chart On pPractical Stitch Chart Stitch LengthTurn a Square Corner Straight StitchesUse the Seam Guides Set the MachineUse the Darning Plate Darning Straight Stretch Basic Zigzag Zigzag StitchesSeep £01 Section Stitc = Bar Tacking Set the Machine Zigzag Stitches= Applique Set the Machine Monogramming InterfacingSewa Button Set the Machine St chselector= Overcasting Stitch Set the Mchme Mending Seam FinishingIiiil iii! !i i i i ! ii Setthe MachineBlind Hemming Set MachineEction LaceWorkButtonholes TiESelector Sew in a Zipper To SewSew in a Zipper Stop about 2 from the topFor best effect Shell Stitch ing M odels 12741Lingere Set Problem What to Do WhenProblem Probable Cause Correction Tight bulb Cleaning the MachineReplace the Light Bulb Your= Clean the Shuttle Race Oilingthe Machine I ii!i,ii Oil the UndersideParts List PartIndex ExtensionWarranty Warranty On Sewing Machine HeadSewing Machine
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