Kenmore 385.17628 Sewing Machine Owner's Manual

Features of the Kenmore 385.17628 Sewing Machine Owner's Manual

• Covers 1970s–1990s Kenmore 385.17628 model sewing machines, providing detailed configuration and operational data for the 28-stitch built-in package.
• Official Sears publication, printed for the 385.17628 series sewing machine line.
• Contains 109 pages of detailed maintenance, setup, and machine configuration information.
• Accessible from your device as soon as the order is placed.
• Laid out for standard letter and A4 printing.
• This 109-page document is the reference used for the 385.17628 series build, documenting all built-in utility, stretch, and decorative stitch settings alongside specialized accessory usage.

Document Content and Specifications

Operational Walkthrough

This manual details the complete setup for the Kenmore 385.17628, including connecting the machine to a power source, bobbin winding, and threading procedures. Chapters describe the pressure adjusting lever settings for various fabric weights and the proper use of the presser foot lifter. Users can find instructions for the extension table, accessory box, and changing needle types. The guide covers the full range of built-in stitch patterns, explaining utilize the stitch selector, width control, and length dial for utility, decorative, and stretch sewing. Specialized sections focus on automated features like the buttonhole function and sewing with twin needles. Reference sections document maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs, cleaning the bobbin holder, hook race, and feed dogs, as well as oiling the machine to maintain its internal movement.

Specification Previews

Technical specifications for the Kenmore 385.17628 include a sewing speed rating of over 730 stitches per minute. The maximum stitch length is documented at 4 mm in the specifications table. Stitch width capacity is listed at a maximum of 6.5 mm. The machine features a built-in 1-step buttonhole function. Electrical equipment requires a 15-watt bulb for the light fixture. Detailed reference diagrams for all controls, including the reverse stitch button and thread tension dial, are provided throughout the manual. All service data shown here is for reference only — qualified technicians and the original OEM documentation remain the authoritative source for any hands-on work.

Document Reference: Sears, Roebuck and Co. publication, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179