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Model # 120491 Official Kenmore sewing machine head

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Official Kenmore 120491 sewing machine head, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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Release Pin 3162
#117

Bobbin and thread tension assembly diagram

Release pin

Part #3162

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Pointer 3338
#29

Main shaft crank assembly diagram

Pointer

Part #3338

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Screwdriver 3472

#NI

All parts diagram

Screwdriver

Part #3472

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Washer 3458
#124

Bobbin and thread tension assembly diagram

Washer

Part #3458

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Thrd Tension 3498
#159

Bobbin and thread tension assembly diagram

Thrd tension

Part #3498

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Claw Bushing 3613-S
#182

Lift and shuttle shaft assembly diagram

Claw bushing

Part #3613-S

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Spring 3327-S
#70A

Main shaft crank assembly diagram

Spring

Part #3327-S

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Idler Wheel 3219
#42

Main shaft crank assembly diagram

Idler wheel

Part #3219

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Collar 3212
#164

Lift and shuttle shaft assembly diagram

Collar

Part #3212

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Shrrng Plate 3473

#NI

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Shrrng plate

Part #3473

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

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