Sears 385 User Manual

OWNER'S MANUALS^SSEWING MACHINEMODEL 385. 1764180

SECTION Л- PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGSetting Spool Pins• Adjust the Presser Foot Lever• Thread CutterThe spool pins зге used for holding t

SECTION 2:Set Up the Machine (Continued)• Accesjory Storage Box • Free-Arm Sewing: the Removable Extension TableTo remove;(for free-arm sewing)V J The

SECTJON 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING“ Stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs, or any circular garment area.Darning socks or mending knees,

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGKnow What the Presser Feet Will Do• Check Your Presser FootThe Presser feet are an important feature

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING• Pre»er Foot TypesZigzag FootStraight FootTo Snap On1. Place the presser foot so the horizontal pin on

Know What the Preiser Feet Will Do (Continued)• Presser Foot Types (Continued)Sliding Buttonhole FootSECTION 2.Zipper FootUse this foot for button

Buttonhole Foot• Presser Foot Types (Continued!Use this foot when making buttonholes with buttonhole attachment system.Uses: Buttonhole making

> PREPAfìE YOUR^^£fiBlllfBSi№S£№№t^Fabric, Needle, Thread and Stitch Length ChartTo Change Your NeedleFABRICNEEDLE SIZE AND COLORTHREAD SIZERECOMME

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGPrepare the Bobbin• To Remove the Bobbin from the Machine• Wind the Bobbinit towards VPU-2. Set aside.3. L

SECTiON 2. PREPARE YOUR MACH Prepare the Bobbin (Continued)1. Put the bobbin into the bobbin holder so that the thread feeds counter-clockw

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.Dear Cuitomer:You have just invested in a very fine zigzag sewing machine. Before using your new Kenmore machine

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGPrepare Your Top ThreadThread Your NeedleThe numbered steps above follow the numbers on the illustrati

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWING Prepare Your Top Thread (Continued)• Pick Up Your Bobbin Threadand rotate handwheel toward you one compl

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGAdjust the Top Thread TensionChoose the Correct Tension;The best tension will depend on;-------------the sti

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGStitch SelectorFor Zigzag StitctiIn the correct zigzag stitch, the bobbin threads will not show o

Stitch Width Control Stitch Length ControlSECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGAdjusting Stretch Stitch BalanceThe stitch width control regul

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGReverse Stitch Control Starting To SewTo reverse stitch, hold down this control during sewing.Releas

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESPractical Stitch ChartStitchStitchSelectionFoot and Other Attach. NeedleThreadTensionStitchLengthStitchWidthUsesRefer to

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESPractical Stitch Chart (Continued)StitchStitchSelectionFoot and Other Attach«NeedleThreadTensionStitchLengthStitchWidthUs

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESStitchStitchSelectionFoot and Other Attach.NeedleThreadTensionStitchLengthStitchWidthUses Refer to PageBOXSTITCHING1Zig2a

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESPractical Stitch Chart (Continued)StitchStitchSelectionFoot and Other Attach.NeedleThreadTensionStitchLengthStitchWidthUs

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSYour sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use. Read all jnstruction before using this

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESStraight StitchesStraight StitchSet the MachineStitch width control 0Top thread tension control 2 to p3Stitch length cont

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHES• Use the Darning PlateTopstitchingSometimes when you sew, you want to control the fabric yourself. The Darning

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES DarningStrai^t Stretch301. Put the darning plate on the needle plate {see page ^).2. Remove presser foot and

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESZigzag StitchesBasic ZigzagThe zigzag stitch is one of the most common and most versatile stitches on your machin

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESZigzag Stitches (Continued)Satin StitchThe Satin stitch is a versatile and often used decorative stitch, but it can

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHES• Applique• Bar TackingSet the MachineStitch width control 2 to 51 2.3Top thread tension control 2 to GStitch length cont

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches (Continued)• Monogramming• EmbroideryHere's How1.2.4.5.Set the same as satin stitch.Back the fabr

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES• Sew a ButtonSet the MachineStitch width control Must be adjustedTop thread tension control 2 to 6Stitch length contro

Zigzag Stitches (Continued)• Overcasting StitchSECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHES,Rick-Rack StretchThis zigzag variation is very useful in garrnent c

TABLE OF CONTENTS>1 1,' i h li j) i i. M y J i.>t 1 U !i J,,; ni.' V y iUiS Ili-JiA Portable case or Cabinet is Available...

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHES• Three-Step ZigzagThe Stitch and Its Uses The three-step zigzag is a combination zigzag and straight stitch. You may use

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES..Zigzag Stitches (Continued)Overcast Stretch Stitching• Serging or Pine Leaf Stretch StitchingThis stitdi can be use

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESBlind Hemming4. Place garment under presser foot in such a manner that straight stitches will be sewn on extended edge.

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHES Lace WorkLace adds a fanciful, feminine touch to blouses and lingerie. Table linens and pillows become more

Buttonhole Making• Learning to Sew ButtonholesWith vour Kenmore sewing machine you have two methods of making buttonholes. You may use t

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESButtonhole Making (Continued)Built-in SystemSet the MachineStitch width control to &¡Blue /onelStitch length controlB

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESc. Stop sewing at the right stitch.the buttonhole.Stop sewing at the right stitch.c. Stop sewing at the left stitch.opene

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESButtonhole Making (Continued)• Using Buttonhole AttachmentButtonhole Attachment SystemFor more varied and accurate b

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHESSet the MachineStitch width control 2 2 3Top thread tension control 2 lo r>Stitch length control !Buttonhole footHel

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESButtonhole Making (Continued)2. a. When you have selected the template with the size and style buttonhole you need, slid

A Portable Case or Cabinet is AvailableA full line of sewing cabinets is available at your nearest Sears retail store or through our g

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESb.c.d.NOTEPlacing your garment behind the machine, insert it between the guide plate and the buttonhole foot as

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHES Sew in 3 ZipperFabric Preparation:Pu t the top sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the zipper open

SECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHESOpen the zipper.Lower the presser foot and stitch the rest of the seam.10. Close the zipper and turn the fabric top side u

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESShell StitchingTwo-Point Shelf StitchingSet ttie MachineStitch width control 3 to 5Top thread tension corttrol 1 in 9iliH

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESSmockingStretch Patchingacross the area to be smocked.Knot the threads along one edge. Pull the bobbin threads a

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESFagoting StitchHerring Bone StretchSet the MechineStitch width control 5Top thread tensionconfrof ^ tnStitch length contr

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESElastic Stretch StitchBox Stitchinggarments.1. Mark the elastic into quarters and match these to the center fr

SECTION 3. LEARN THE STITCHESTwo-point Box StitchOveredging Stitch54

Decorate with Geometric PatternsSECTIONS. LEARN THE STITCHESThese stitches are purely decorative.You can sew one row or several or vary the

SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHART What to Do WhenPROBLEMPROBABLE CAUSECORRECTIONItregiildi SliTchesIncorrect size needle.Improper threading.Loose

rSECTION 1, KNOW YOUR MACHINEArrTi Cov/cr PlainHand Wheel Push-Pull ClutchStitch Selector Stretch Stitcti AdjusterLight and Power SwitctiPlijy Connect

SECTION 4. PERFORMANCE PROBLEMS CHARTPROBLEMPROBABLE CAUSECORRECTIONSkipping Stitcheskicorrect size needle.Bent or blunt needle. Incorrect setting of

Replace the Light Bulb Clean the Bobbin HolderSECTION 5. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINE'О1. Llnp'^'4 machine and open the face covetCAUTIO

SECTION 5. CARE FOR YOUR MACHINEClean the Hook Race and Feed DogsOiling the Machinethe presser foot and needle.2. Remove the bobbin cover plate.3. R

PARTS LIST33,yL.\'?10 n12^3?13/3/1491516171819 209760

All pans listed herein may be ordered from any Sears Roebuck and Co. store or service center.WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE

INDEXAccessory storage box...2, 8Appliqueing...23, 33BBar tacking.

Top thiea(.l ...17~20Top thread tension...19^20Top tfitead tens

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SECTIQW 1.Identify the AccessoriesBobbin& JDnrning btateZipper footButtonhote openerLarge screw driverStraight stitch footNeedle setSmall screw dr

SEWING MACHINENow that you have purchased your Kenmore Sewing Machine, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply c

SECTION 2. PREPARE YOUR MACHINE FOR SEWINGSet Up the MachinePlug in the Machine and Switch on the PowerFoot Control Usemachine, be sure the power

SECTION 2.Set Up the Machine (Continued)• Set the Pressure DialThe pressure control dial is located inside the face cover plate.Set the dial aligning