Kenmore 385.18221 auto bobbin shut off does not work how to fix? where to get repair manual?

that most likely will require one of two steps to correct. one: download the operation manual and read through to find the settings to turn off the bobbin winder; or take it to a repair facility - as internal repairs are often beyond the ability of a sewing machine user. best regards.

((( and yes, my wife's embroidery machine is in for repairs again. if ya get expensive 'tools' you have to get them fixed by trained personnel. there is no 'easy/cheap fix' that is generally available for untrained personnel to implement.)))

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The bobbin winder doesn't spin and I can't wind the bobbin. ... What will release thebobbin winder that is stuck to the right on my Kenmore sewing machine model 385.17826690? Why won't my bobbin holder thread to the top on my Sears Kenmore sewing machine model 385.17928?

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Hello, Here is the website for the part you need.
Bobbin Winder Kenmore KM1368

there is a part In the machine that work the bobbin winder that is not functioning like it should, a repair technican can tell you why

Take it to a Janome dealer for repair.

The bobbin winder will not activate to turn the bobbin or the thread will not wind onto the bobbin spool?

Sewing machines vary in the method used for bobbin winding.

You can find threading and bobbin winding guides at sewusa.com.

If the winder is broken, you can get it repaired or check into getting a Sidewinder Bobbin Winder as an auxiliary for winding the bobbins, which would be less expensive than the repair.

If you have followed the instructions and the winders do not work, the machines will need to be repaired, or you could purchase a Sidewinder Bobbin Winder and forgo the expense of having the machines repaired.

hi there,
on my manual 1581 kenmore show figure on how you thread your bobbins and upper thread.
to thread bobbin insert the thread on one hole of winder holding thread and rotate thread on counter clockwise rotation several times, loop the thread on tension thread and insert bobbins winder on winder shaftat top of your sewing machine push the latch to lock bobbin winder
pull the handwheel to disengage the clutch and to move the winder free rotation.
press the foot pedal to run your winder and thread your bobbins be sure on counterclock wise rotation.
if winder is full of thread this will automatically disengage the shafting winder from clutch.
insert winder as in fig. check the thread direction

on figure hold and insert bobbins on shuttle race assymble.

on figure show upper threading.
follow the red thread on figure.
you can also check your manual on internet
search box type www.kenmore 1581

have a nice day,rate my fix,thank's a lot

You have to make sure that the handwheel is engaged by pushing it in. When you are through, you have to pull it out.

I have a Kenmore as well ,I hope that this will work for you ,too bad that I don't live close to you otherwise I would give a hand. This is the way I fill the bobbin on mine. Mine is located on the top right ,I put the thread into the bobbin hole leaving a small piece of thread hanging for me to hold when I begin the winding, I pull the wheele out to stop the needle from moving while winding, when I am done just push it back in .I run the thread from the spool into the top left it looks like a U turn with a screw go around that without winding just pull it into the bobbin hole. press the foot control and it will begin winding .