I am looking for nformation on Kenmore sewing machine ode 385 1642. I have searched online but nowhere is this model mentioned. The Machine is only 3 years old. I would also like to ow the dollar va

Sears carries manuals for most kenmores. You will need the full model number.

hi William.
check this link and see if its the manual you are after, http://www.manualsonline.com/support/kenmore/sewing-machine/kenmore-sewing-machine-model-1561281-5552474 .
if this did not help try this link.
Kenmore Sewing Machine Manual for Model 1561281 Google Search

Hi Kelley.
not sure if you will find it at this link but have a look .
manual for kenmore 1954 rotary sewing machine Google Search

Type manual for Kenmore sewing machine model 158.18032 in your search engine on your computer, it will take you to where you need to go.

Search the internet for:

Make + Model + the word "Manual"

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Search internet for:

Make + Model + the word "Manual"

Or go to YouTube and search videos for your make/model machine plus threading instructions. Many machines from like eras will thread the same way.

Kenmore sewing machine thread Google Search

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You can try a couple of YouTube videos:

Loading thread on the bobbin old Kenmore sewing machine
(do not wind the bobbin as fast as he does as it tends to stretch the thread and also could cause the spool to fly off the machine!)

How to wind Bobbin Winder Sears Kenmore Sewing Machine 158 12270 158

or order an Owner's Manual for your machine:
... Sewing Parts Online Search

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The closest manual I could find was for 158.1355, which is here.

Found using a google search of: Kenmore sewing machine 158 1358 filetype:pdf

The motor is probably a YDK, what you need to do is take a drawing of the plug on the machine and go to your sewing machine shop and you will probably get one.

hi go to managemyhome.com check for manuals they have this there. and also all other brands free!

good luck...........