Kenmore 17891 Owner's Manual
Kenmore 17891 Owner's Manual

Kenmore 17891 Owner's Manual

Sears sewing machine user manual

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DP69537

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Knowing Your Sewing Machine
Identification and Setup
Diagram of parts and initial setup instructions.
Machine Configuration and Accessories
Converting to free-arm and list of accessories.
Needle, Thread, and Bobbin Procedures
Selecting materials and threading/winding the machine.
Presser Feet and Stitch Controls
Changing feet, using feed cover, and stitch selectors.
Tension and Pressure Adjustments
Setting thread tension and pressure regulator.
Sewing Techniques and Stitching
Basic Sewing Practices
Essential habits, starting seams, and fabric handling.
Straight Stitching and Variations
Straight stitch, needle positions, and corners.
Specialty Stitches for Garments
Instructions for overcasting, satin, bar tacking, applique, embroidery, monogramming.
Button Sewing and Blind Hemming
How to sew buttons and create blind hems.
Mending and Decorative Stitches
Using stitches for repairs, shell, box, fagoting stitches.
Stretch Stitch Applications
Introduction and specific stitches for stretch fabrics.
Decorative Embroidery Designs
Creating decorative patterns using various stitches.
Fabric Handling and Stitch Selection
General Fabric Sewing Tips
Advice on handling knits and textured fabrics.
Fabric-Specific Stitch Recommendations
Chart for choosing stitches for various fabrics.
Buttonhole Creation
Buttonhole System Operation
Using built-in and automatic buttonhole features.
Buttonhole Stitch Adjustments
Customizing density, width, and creating corded buttonholes.
Using the Buttonhole Attachment
Instructions for the buttonhole attachment.
Choosing Buttonhole Style and Size
Selecting appropriate buttonhole types and sizes.
Machine Maintenance and Care
Cleaning and Oiling Procedures
Maintenance for cleaning feed dogs, shuttle, and oiling parts.
Replacing the Light Bulb
How to replace the sewing machine light bulb.
Troubleshooting Performance Issues
Stitch and Needle Problems
Diagnosing irregular stitches and needle breakage.
Thread and Fabric Feed Issues
Resolving thread bunching, breaks, and fabric feed problems.
Machine Operation Problems
Addressing jams, no fabric feed, and non-operation.
Sewing Furniture and Storage
Sears Kenmore Sewing Furniture
Information on sewing cabinets and carrying cases.
Service and Parts Information
Contacting Sears for Service and Parts
How to get repair parts or service.
Information for Ordering Repair Parts
Details needed when ordering replacement parts.

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