Kenmore 385.162213 owner manual MMPORTANT Safety Instructions

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mMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this appliance.

DANGER -Toreduce the risk of electric shock:

1An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning

2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watts

WAR NiNG - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:

1Do not allow to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used by or near children

2 Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner's manual.

Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner's manual.

3.Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water

Return this sewing machine to the nearest Sears store or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment

4.Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked Keep ventilation openings of this sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.

5Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6Do not use outdoers_

7.Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered

8To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outleL

9.Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord

10.Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required around the sewing machine needle

11 Always use the proper needle plate The wrong plate can cause the needle to break, 12. Do not use bent needles.

13 Do not pull or push fabric while stitching It may deflect the needle causing it to break

14_Switch this sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, changing the presser foot, and the like.

15.Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner's manual.

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Designs and specifications are subject to change without prior notice

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Contents 5o5-8oo-o2o Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.AMMPORTANT Safety Instructions Conserve Estas Jnstrucciones Consignes IMPORTANTE$ DE SI CURIT¢ Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL Kenmore Sewing Machine WarrantyDisclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8Garantia de la mdquina de coser Kenmore Servicio de garantaGarantie pour machine coudre Kenmore Caractristiques de la machine SpecificationEspecificaciones de la mquina Especificaci6nAbout Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements Call Maintenance AgreementsExpertservicebyour12,000professionalrepair U.S.A Master Protection AgreementsLe contrat dentretien de Sears En Estados Unidos Contratos de Protecci6n ExpertaContrats dentretien de Sears Table of Contents SECClON PuntadasTable DES MATI#RES Cabinets and Sewing Machine Tote Bag Rsos # Names of PartsNombre de las partes Gabinete y bolsa de mano Rsos #97606Des meubles et sac de transport Rsos #97606 Porte-bobineAvailable Accessories Attachments 15 16 1718 32*3334Accessoires et pibces disponibles Accesorios y refacciones d sponiblesFor Your Safety Connecting Machine to Power SupplyBefore Using Your Sewing Machine Polarized plugPrise polarise Conexi6n de la mquina a la red elctricaPara su seguridad Control de la velocidad de costuraThread cutter Pressure Adjusting Lever Pressure adjusting leverThread Cutter Extension TablePalanca de elevacien del prensatelas Ajuste de la presien del prensatelasLevier de reglage de la pression Relive-pied presseurChanging Presser Foot Changing NeedleTo Remove and Attach the Foot Holder Snap-on button red button Groove PinTorniHodel enmangue Changer raiguilleC6mo quitar/poner el enmangue del prensatelas C6mo quitadponer el prensatelasStitches Straight Stretch Rick-rack Overcast Stitching Presser Foot Types Zigzag foot Foot aTwo-point box stitch Decorative Stitch Patterns Twin Straight stitch foot Foot HDiffdrents pieds presseurs Pied zig-zag Pied a Tipos de prensatelas Prensatelas para zig-zag Prensatelas aUtilice este prensatelas para puntada recta y puntada de OSatin stitch foot Foot F Presser FootTypes Monograming Applique ShellPrensatelas para coser a punto por encima Prensatelas C Tipos de prensatelas continuaci6nDiffrents pieds presseurs suite = Pied point lanc Pied F MatelasserUniversal Selecting Needle and FabricVery Light Medium Ball Point Orange Blue BallPoint Wedge Point Leather RedSelecci6n de hilo y tela Roja1175 1490 Tissu 11751280 1175 1490 Type daiguilleBlankpage pginablanca pageblanche Bobbin Winding OHorizontal spool pin Portacarretes Bobinado de la canilla RemplissagePortacarretes horizontal Tapa-carretes grande\@@ Bobinado de la canilla NotaRemoving the hook cover plate Anura aanura @Esquemadeenhebrado PortacanillasTiredelhilohacialaizquierdapasndoloentreThreading the Machine Threading the machine Enfilage de la machine = Enfilage de la machine Enhebrado del hilo de la aguja= Ensartador de agujas O Tirador Enfile-aiguille intgrTension is too tight Adjust the Needle Thread Tension for a StraightCorrect tension Comment remonter le fil de la canette Rdglage de la tension du fil de Iaiguille pour lePoint droit El bile est demasiado tenseOTension is too loose Adjust Needle Thread Tension for a Zigzag StitchIs too tight Tension correcte Endroit du tissu El hilo est demasiado flojoTensi6n correcta To select stitches Stitch Length ZonesSeleccionador de puntadas como seleccionar Puntadas PointsStitch Width Control How to adjust the stitch width Stitch Length Control How to adjust the stitch lengthControl de la anchure de puntada C6mo ajustar la anchure de las puntadasComment rgler la largeur du point Rglage de la largeur du pointAdjusting Stretch Stitch Balance La mquina coser hacia atrs hasta que suelte el bot6n Control de puntada invertidaBouton de marche arrire Equilibrio de los patrones distorsionadosSection Ill. Straight Stitch Sewing StraightUso de las gufas de costura Puntada rectaPara empezar a coser Ddbut dune coutureTopstitching QuiltingSurpiqCire Matelassage22cm = To snap on the zipper foot GrooveCm\ Glissire Zipper Sewing Page Stitch Selector Width Length Any Needle thread tension DarningTo Drop or Raise the Feed Dogs Piece of fabric under the hole to reinforce itComment monter et descendre les griffes DentrainementC6mo subidbajar los dientes del transporte ReprisageSection IV. Zigzag Stitch Sewing Basic ZigzagPuntada Puntada de zig-zagTensiondu fil de Iaiguille Pied presseur a Point lanc6Monogramming AppliqueAplicaciones MonogramasMonogrammes AppliquesPresser foot Bar TackingEmbroidery De la puntada Brides RenfortBordado Button SewingOvercasting Surfilage Puntada de sobrehiladoRemate Costura De botonesBlind Hem Stitch To sewOurlet invisible SECCiON V. Puntadas Utiles YDobladillo invisible La coutureMultiple Zigzag Stitch Lace WorkPoint zig-zag multiple TrabajosPuntada de mlJltiple zig-zag Shell Stitch Point de crneau Puntada En forma de concha Point coquilleCaja Decorative Stitch Patterns FagotingTwo-point Box Stitch StitchAjoure Caja de dos puntosTwin Needle Stitches Option Zigzag footPuntadas de doble aguja Opci6n Aiguilles jumeles Option Straight Stretch IitZig-zag Puntada recta tripleExtensi6n de Rick-rack CroquetOvercast Stretch StitchingSmocking Puntada de pluma Puntada eldstica de remateSobrehilado 3to6 SergingPatching Elastic Stretch StitchPuntada Eldstica de extensi6n Puntada De dobladiiloSurjet Remiendos elsticos11 to Decorative Stretch PatternsStitch Selector DiseSos decorativos elsticos Motifs dcoratifs ExtensiblesAutomatic Buttonhole PreparationAutomatique Seccion VII.OJAt.ESOjal automdtico L2J Luegobajeelprensatelasparaojalesautom&ticos Auto BH + Page Corded Buttonhole Costura de ojales con cord6n Boutonnieres passepoil6esOption Manual ButtonholeBoutonni6re manuelle Option Ojal manualOpci6n = Para coser@ @ Automatic Buttonhole OptionBoutonni6re automatique Option Styles et dimensions des boutonnieresOjal automtico Opci6n Estilo y tama£o delAutomatic Buttonhole To sew Continuaci6n OjalAutomdtico Boutonni6re automatiqueAutomatic Buttonhole Ojal automdtico continuaci6n Automatic Buttonhole Ojal autormdtico continuaci6n Boutonniere automatique suiteCleaning the Bobbin Holder Replacing Light BulbPartie Viii. Entretien DE Votre Machine Remplacement de IampouleSeccion Viii. Mantenimiento DEL LA Limpiando el portacanillasFoot Needte Open the face cover to Cleaning Shuttle Race Feed DogsUnplug Machine Remove Oiling the MachineNettoyage de la coursire et des griffes dentrainement Limpieza del garfio y los dientes del transporteEngrasando la mquina Lubrification de la machineNeedle thread TroubleshootingCondition BreaksSe rompe el hilo de la aguja Bruyanto En cas de problme ProblbmeLe fonctionnement est Car anytime, day or night US.A. and Canada Call anytime, day or night U.SA only

385.162213 specifications

The Kenmore 385.162213 is a versatile sewing machine that caters to both novice and experienced sewists, providing a perfect blend of functionality and innovative technology. Known for its reliability and ease of use, this model stands out in the Kenmore lineup due to its extensive range of features that enhance sewing experiences.

One of the main features of the Kenmore 385.162213 is its 23 built-in stitches, which include everything from basic utility stitches to decorative and stretch options. This wide variety allows users to explore their creativity while tackling different sewing projects, whether it be clothing, home decor, or quilting. The machine also includes an automatic buttonhole feature, enabling users to create perfectly sized buttonholes in a jiffy, elevating both the quality and professionalism of the finished products.

In addition to its stitch variety, the Kenmore 385.162213 is equipped with a drop-in bobbin system that simplifies the threading process. This feature allows for easy access to the bobbin, making it a hassle-free experience when changing or winding thread. The clear bobbin cover ensures visibility, enabling users to monitor thread levels without interrupting their workflow.

The sewing machine also offers adjustable stitch length and width, giving sewists the flexibility to customize their stitches according to the specific needs of their projects. Furthermore, its free arm feature is a significant advantage for sewing cuffs, sleeves, and other circular items, allowing for easier maneuverability around tighter spaces.

Technologically, the Kenmore 385.162213 incorporates a powerful motor that provides consistent and reliable performance. With its sturdy construction, the machine can handle a variety of fabrics, from lightweight cotton to heavier materials like denim and canvas, making it a reliable choice for a diverse range of sewing tasks.

Another key characteristic of the Kenmore 385.162213 is its user-friendly interface. The intuitive design of the machine, including a well-organized control panel with straightforward stitch selection icons, makes it easy for users to navigate through different options seamlessly. This simplicity helps boost confidence in beginner sewists while still providing ample versatility for seasoned enthusiasts.

In conclusion, the Kenmore 385.162213 is a well-rounded sewing machine featuring a solid combination of built-in stitches, easy bobbin access, adjustable settings, and a user-centric design. Whether a hobbyist or a dedicated seamstress, this machine is designed to foster creativity and support sewing endeavors with its reliable performance and innovative features.
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