Positioning the telescoping thread guide bar

(_ Thread guide

Telescoping thread guide bar Stoppers

Spool pin

Pull the telescoping thread guide bar _ up as far as it will go.

Turn the thread guide bar _ until it clicks into position. Thread guides _ should stop directly above the spool pins (_.

NOTE

Make sure the two stoppers _ on the thread guide shaft, as shown, are set in at the correct position.

Attaching the spool cap and net

Spool holder

Spool pin

Spool cap

Slit

When you use a small thread spool, remove the spool holder (_ from the spool pin @. Then place the spool with its slit _ side up, and put spool cap _ on top.

Spool pin

Net

If the thread slips down from the spool during threading and / or sewing, put a net (_ on the spool as illustrated to prevent jamming. The nets are supplied with the machine.

Raising or lowering the presser foot

(_ Presser foot lifter Presser foot

By raising or lowering the presser foot lifter (_, the presser foot _ goes up and down.

While in operation, keep the presser foot _ lowered except for threading the machine or test running without thread.

NOTE

Thread tension will be released when the presser foot lifter is raised.

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Kenmore 385.166551 owner manual Positioning the telescoping thread guide bar, Attaching the spool cap and net

385.166551 specifications

The Kenmore 385.166551 sewing machine is a versatile and reliable piece of equipment, ideal for both beginners and experienced seamstresses. This machine combines a classic design with modern technology, making it user-friendly while offering a variety of features to enhance sewing performance.

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