Kenmore 385. 19000 User Manual
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SECTION V CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
Care of Your Machine
CAUTION:
Before performing any of the following, make sure
that the sewing machine is unplugged from the
power source.
The Kenmore 19000 has been specifically designed and
manufactured to give you a lifetime of trouble-free
sewing. The bobbin area and hook race should be
cleaned after completion of every garment. Do not
store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat
radiator or in direct sunlight. Clean the outside of the
machine with a soft cloth and neutral soap. Press the
up/down needle button to raise the needle and unplug
the machine before cleaning.
♦ Cleaning the Bobbin Holder
Loose threads and dust may cause puckered stitches
and thread breakage during stitching. Check for lint
build-up after each garment is completed.
Turn off the power switch and unplug the machine.
♦
Remove the cover plate by sliding the hook cover
plate release bunon to the right.
♦
Take out the bobbin to brush out dust and lint.
(You may also use a small vacuum cleaner.)
♦
Insert the bobbin and attach the hook cover plate.
♦ Exposing the Hook Race
♦
Unplug the machine and remove the presser foot
and needle.
♦
Remove the screw on the left side of the needle
plate with the screwdriver.
♦
Remove the needle plate and take out the bobbin.
♦
Lift up the bobbin holder and remove it.
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