I need a base plate for the base plate assembly which is used in the buttonhole attachment for the kenmore model 385. 1884180. this is a machine from the 1980's i believe. I have all the parts to make the base plate assembly except for the base plate which is no longer available from sears. can anyone help?
You might check with this vendor. If you don't see what you need, contact them directly.
https://www.sewingpartsonline.com/kenmore-385-18841-sewing-machine-parts-2.aspx
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SOURCE: Automatice Buttonhole attachment
I'm going to assume the button fit into the button hole foot to measure the length of button hole. If this is correct, then there is a lever very near the presser foot bar which needs to be pulled down to be engaged by the bh foot. Let me know if this is correct.
sewman7
SOURCE: My old Kenmore sewing machine makes a loud squealing noise.
It sounds as if your machine needs a little oiling. If you have a clear machine oil (not 3 in 1). place a drop in the bobbin case area and if you will notice, you will see small holes on the bed and on the top of the machine. place a drop of oil into each of these holes. If you can take the top and bottom covers off, you can put a drop of oil every where you see a hole..some of the machines actually have the oil holes painted a red color. Also place a drop at the handwheel as well. Just remember when oiling, less is better. After oiling, run for a few minutes, if you feel it still needs a litte more, do the same, one drop at a time. After this, if you machine sets for a while, oil just before starting to sew, that way when you put the machine away the oil has been worked through and it should help prevent the squeaking when starting up again.
SOURCE: I need a bobbin cover
I too am looking for the Slide Plate for a Kenmore sewing machine Model 3851884180. Did either of you have any luck?
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