Kenmore 385. 17622 owner manual Prepare the Top Thread Thread the Needle

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SECTION 2. PREPARE THE MACHINE FOR SEWING

Prepare the Top Thread

•Thread the Needle

The numbered steps above follow the numbers on the illustrations.

Dotted lines show places where the thread loops and then is pulled tight.

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Raise take-uplever to its highest position by turning hand wheel toward you.

Raise presser foot lever.

Place spool on spool pin as shown, with thread coming from the back of the spool.

1.Draw thread into thread guide using both hands.

2.While holding thread near spool, draw thread down into the tension area and then around the check spring holder.

3.Firmly draw thread up and through take-up lever from right to left.

4.Draw thread down and slip it into left side needle bar thread guide.

5.Thread needle from front to back.

NOTE: You may want to cut the end of thread with sharp scissors for easier needle threading.

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Contents Sewing Machine Kenmore Sewing Machine SEARS, Roebuck and COSewing machine KeepTable of Contents Locate and Identify the Parts Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableIdentify the Accessories Foot Control Use Foot control is sensitiveAdjust the Presser Foot Lever Thread Cutter Choose Needle and Thread Section Prepare Machine for SewingTo Changethe Needle Stretch Clutch knob inside the hand wheel Thread Wind the BobbinEnd WindingPrepare the Top Thread Thread the Needle Presser Pick Up the Bobbin ThreadHold top Adjust the Top Thread Tension To reverse stitch, hold down this control during Reverse Stitch ControlRelease to sew forward again Raise the needle to its highest position Stitch SelectorLength control Built-inStitch Length Control Adjusting Stretch Stitch Balance=H--1-1-3-,- !t lJ Preparethe Machineforsewing Straight Stitches Topstitching Left Needle PositionZigzag foot Stitch selectorSew in a Zipper Set the Machine Fold back the left seam allowance As shownStitch Stitch length Stitch selector control Control 3 toInvisible Zipper and Cording Plate Needle plate PutRemove presser foot and stretch fabric Between embroidery hoops with holeZigzag Stitches Sure Section Learn StitchesFalls Edge of the appliqueSew about five stitches and raise needle Sew a ButtonZigzag Stitches Overcasting Stitch That the stitching will catch both sides Zigzag Stitches Three-Step ZigzagSelector retease Trim excess fabric close to stitching Section Learnthe StitchesCalled Shetl CanBox Stitching Set the Machine Decorate with Geometric Patterns Set the Machine Fagoting StitchSelector release Stitch length Green zoneRick-Rack Stretch Stretch Stitches StraightStretchRaveling With the stitch length at 4, sewEffectively Prevents Fabric NeedleSkipped stitches St=tch Herring Bone Stretch Decorative Stretch PatternsSelector From EdgeButtonholes Sewing at Check bobbin Breaking Bobbin ThreadLint in bobbin case or shuttle Machine Jamming Knocking NoiseWhat to Do When When starting a seam be sure to draw both threads underNicks or burrs at hole of needle plate Choose correct size needle for thread and fabricClean the Feed Dogs Replacing the Light Bulb Cleaning the MachineUnplug Lever Oiling the Machine Parts List Index Adjusting stretchAppear WarrantySEARS, Roebuck and CO., D/817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL SEARS, Roebuck and CO., Chicago, IL60684 U.S.A Sewing MachineSurplus oil is absorbed Stitch SelectorBrown pOS T on Brown PosITIONBorroM Threading TensionDogs to remove accumulated dust and lint Which may cause Noise or JammingSewing Machin E Part Description Optional Feet and Attachment Sewing Machine Source Model noOrtant