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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual *Please Note: This version is only a partial manual. Visit your local Janome Dealer for a full version. www.toews.com MC9500 Owners Manual/ User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine KNOW YOUR MACHINE ..........2 Shell Tuck Stitch ............61 Name of Parts ..............2 Applique sewing ............62 Standard Accessories and Storage ........3 Programming French knot ........... 63 Extension Table ..............

  • Page 3: Know Your Machine

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine KNOW YOUR MACHINE Name of Parts 1. Top Cover 2. Spool Pin 3. Spool Holder (Large) 4. Foot Storage Compartment 5. Bobbin Thread Cutter 6. Bobbin Winder Spindle 7. Bobbin Winder Stopper 8.

  • Page 4: Standard Accessories And Storage

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Standard Accessories and Storage 1. Embroidery Hoop (A) (with Template) 2. Embroidery Hoop (B) (with Template) 3. Foot Control 4. Instruction Book 5. Template Sheets (for Built-in Designs) 6. Power Supply Cord 7.
  • Page 5 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine 1. Automatic Buttonhole Foot R 2. Overcasting Foot M 3. Button Sewing Foot T 4. Basting/Darning Foot P-2 5. Screwdriver 6. Screwdriver 7. Scissors 8. Set of Needles 9. Spool Pin Felt 10.

  • Page 6: Extension Table

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Extension Table For free arm sewing To remove, lift out the Extension Table toward you as illustrated. 1 Extension Table Free Arm sewing is suitable for: - stitching sleeves, waistbands, pants legs or any circular garment area.

  • Page 7: Getting Ready To Sew

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply The Memory Craft 9500 is equipped with an auto voltage system, which automatically adjusts the equipment to any local power supply voltage between 100 and 240V, 50/60 Hz.

  • Page 8: Function Buttons

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Function Buttons 1 Start/Stop Button Press this button to start or stop the machine. This button can be used either in the Ordinary Sewing Mode or Embroidery Mode. In the Ordinary Sewing...

  • Page 9: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Foot controller Model 21371 is for use with sewing machine model MC9500. NOTE: The Memory Craft 9500 is equipped with an automatic shutdown safety feature to prevent overheating whenever the machine is running overloaded. Follow the safety instructions that appear on the Visual Touch Screen.

  • Page 10: Raising And Lowering The Presser Foot

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The Presser Foot Lifter raises and lowers the Presser Foot. You can raise the Presser Foot about 6 mm (1/4") higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the Presser Foot Lifter.
  • Page 11 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Button Sewing Foot T To Attach: Insert the Rear Pin on the foot into the Groove of the Foot Holder. Gently lower the presser bar, holding the foot with your fingers.

  • Page 12: Various Presser Feet And Their Uses

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Various Presser Feet and Their Uses 1 Zigzag Foot A: This is the most versatile foot. It can be used for various stitches including straight stitches and zigzag stitches. It is designed to achieve firm and neat seam results.

  • Page 13: Winding The Bobbin

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Winding the Bobbin Removing the bobbin 1 Slide the Hook Cover Plate Release Button to the right, and remove the Hook Cover Plate. 1 Hook Cover Plate Release Button 2 Hook Cover Plate 2 Lift out the Bobbin from the Bobbin Holder.

  • Page 14: Threading For Bobbin Winding

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Threading for bobbin winding 1 Hold the upper thread with both hands and place it down into the Slit. 2 Guide the thread around the Thread Guide following the dashed line as shown in the diagram.

  • Page 15: Inserting The Bobbin

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Inserting the Bobbin 1 Place the Bobbin in the Bobbin Holder with the Thread running off counterclockwise. 1 Thread 2 Bobbin Holder 2 Guide the thread into the Front Notch (A) on the front of the Bobbin Holder.

  • Page 16: Threading The Machine

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Threading the Machine Raise the Presser Foot Lifter. Press the Up/Down Needle Button twice to raise the needle to its highest position. 1 Hold the upper thread with both hands as shown and place it down into the Slit.

  • Page 17: Built-In Needle Threader

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Built-in Needle Threader Raise the needle to its highest position by pressing the Up/Down Needle Button twice. 2 Turn the power switch off. 3 Lower the presser foot. 4 Depress the Needle Threader Knob as far as it will go.

  • Page 18: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 1 Raise the Presser Foot Lifter. 2 Hold the needle thread with your fingers and press the Up/Down Needle Button twice to pick up the bobbin thread.

  • Page 19: Changing Needles

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Changing Needles Raise the needle by pressing the Up/Down Needle button and lower the presser foot. Turn off the power switch. 1 Loosen the Needle Clamp Screw by turning it counterclockwise.

  • Page 20: Balancing Thread Tension

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Balancing Thread Tension Auto tension This machine features an Auto setting in the tension control, which covers a wide range of sewing condition. Set the tension control dial at Auto for general sewing, unless specifically indicated in this manual.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Foot Pressure

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Adjusting the Foot Pressure The foot pressure control dial should be set at “3” for regular sewing. Reduce the pressure to “2” for applique, cut work, drawn work and basting. Set the dial at “1” when sewing extra fine fabrics.

  • Page 22: Mode Selection

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Mode Selection When you turn on the power switch, the Visual Touch Straight Stitch Auto Screen will show the opening “Welcome” window, then the Ordinary Sewing Mode will appear after a few seconds.

  • Page 23: Setting Mode

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine SETTING MODE Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm Pressing the SET key will open the mode setting window. SET key Press the SET key to customize the machine settings. Flag key (Language selection key)
  • Page 24 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Inch/Millimeter You can set your machine’s measuring unit to either inch or millimeter depending upon your preference. The default unit setting is millimeter. Screen Contrast Press the “inch” or “mm” key to select the unit you preferred.
  • Page 25 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine 10 Key position adjustment If you think the touch panel keys are out of alignment, you Key Position Adjustment can calibrate them in the key position adjustment window. Free Arm Length When you press the Yes key, window (A) will be shown.

  • Page 26: Language Selection

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Language Selection You can select one of the following 11 languages by pressing the corresponding key. English French Spanish Italian Dutch German Portuguese Swedish Russian Finnish Japanese www.toews.com MC9500 Owners Manual/ User Guide...

  • Page 27: Ordinary Sewing

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine ORDINARY SEWING Pattern Selection Straight Stitch Auto Press the Stitch Pattern Key to select the desired pattern. The Name of the Stitch, Stitch Image of the selected pattern, the recommended foot and machine settings will appear on the screen.

  • Page 28: Utility Stitches

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Utility Stitches Straight Stitch Auto Straight stitch Press Pattern 1 on the Visual Touch Screen. To sew: Raise the Presser Foot and position the fabric next to a seam guideline on the needle plate. Lower the Adjust needle to the point where you want to start.
  • Page 29 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Securing seam For fastening the ends of seams, press the Reverse Button and sew several reverse stitches. The machine sews in reverse as long as you press and hold the Reverse Button.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Needle Drop Position And Stitch Length

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Adjusting the needle drop position and stitch Straight Stitch Auto length When you press the Adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window. Press the key to change the needle drop position or stitch length.
  • Page 31 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Changing needle drop position When you press the key, the needle moves to Default the right. 2.20 When you press the key, the needle moves to Cancel the left. Changing stitch length Press the key to decrease the stitch length.

  • Page 32: Variety Of Straight Stitches

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Variety of straight stitches 02 Straight Stitch in Left Needle Position Use this stitch to seam the edge of the fabrics. 03 Lock-a-Matic Stitch Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching.

  • Page 33: Zigzag Stitch

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Zigzag stitch Zigzag Stitch Auto This stitch is used for various sewing needs including overcasting. It can be used on most woven fabrics. It is the fastest way to finish an edge, leaving it neat and flat.

  • Page 34: Changing Stitch Width

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Changing stitch width Press the key to decrease the Stitch Width. Default Press the key to increase the Stitch Width. 1.50 Cancel 1 Stitch Width Changing stitch length Press the key to decrease the Stitch Length.

  • Page 35: Overcasting With Zigzag Stitch

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Overcasting with zigzag stitch Overcasting Auto Select Pattern 8 and attach the Overedge Foot C. Adjust Place the fabric edge next to the Guide of the foot and then sew. 1 Guide...

  • Page 36: Variety Of Overcasting Stitches

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Variety of overcasting stitches Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot Stitch) This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance.

  • Page 37: Blind Hem Stitch

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Blind hem stitch Blind Hem Auto Select the patterns 11 or 12. NOTE: Pattern 11 is for stretch fabrics. Attach Blind Hem Foot G. Fold the fabric to form a hem as shown.
  • Page 38 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Adjusting the needle drop position Press the Adjust key to open the stitch width and length adjusting window. Press the key to move the needle position to the right. Press the key to move the needle position to the left.

  • Page 39: Zipper Sewing

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Zipper sewing Straight Stitch Auto Select the pattern 01. Attach the Zipper Foot E. Adjust Attaching the zipper foot Attach Zipper Foot E with the Pin on the Right- hand Side to the Groove to sew the left side of the zipper.
  • Page 40 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine To Sew Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn under the right seam allowance to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8") Fold. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin it in place.
  • Page 41 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the right side up. Baste the upper fabric and zipper tape together. 11 Right Side of the Fabric 12 Basting Reattach Zipper Foot E with the Left Pin.

  • Page 42: Quilting

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Quilting Straight Stitch Auto Select the pattern 01. Adjust Regular quilting Use this Quilting Bar with the Zigzag Foot. Loosen the Screw on the back of the Foot Holder and insert the Quilting Bar into the Hole of the Foot Holder.

  • Page 43: Variety Of Buttonholes And Their Uses

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Variety of buttonholes and their uses 13 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy weight fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot.

  • Page 44: Sensor Buttonhole

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Sensor buttonhole Square BH Auto Select the pattern 17. Pull down BH Lever. The buttonhole size is automatically set by placing a button into the button holder in the rear of the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R.
  • Page 45 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Pull the Buttonhole Lever down as far as it will go. 1 Buttonhole lever NOTE: A warning message will appear and the machine will Pull down BH Lever. stop automatically if you start to sew a buttonhole without pulling down the buttonhole lever.
  • Page 46 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Press the Start/Stop Button to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole will be automatically sewn in a single step. The front bartack and left row first, then the right row and back bartack. The machine will stop automatically when the buttonhole is completed.

  • Page 47: Corded Buttonhole

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Corded buttonhole Square BH Auto To sew the corded buttonhole, follow the same Pull down BH Lever. procedure as for the Sensor Buttonhole; refer to the instructions on pages 43 to 45.

  • Page 48: Changing Buttonhole Width

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Changing buttonhole width Press the Adjust key and the adjusting window will open. Default Press the key to increase the buttonhole width 0.45 Press the key to decrease the buttonhole width Cancel Press the OK key to register the settings.

  • Page 49: Automatic Buttonhole

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Automatic buttonhole Auto BH Auto Pull Button Holder firmly. Select the pattern 14. Sensor Auto Adjust Attach the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R. Pull the Button Holder all the way out. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Insert the fabric under the foot.
  • Page 50 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Step-1 Step1 Sew up the left side until the end of the buttonhole Auto mark. Then press the Reverse Button. Sew to length required, then press " ". 5 Required Length...

  • Page 51: Button Sewing

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Button sewing Button Sewing Auto Select the pattern 20 and the feed dog will automatically drop. Sensor Auto Adjust Place a button on the fabric and lower the needle by turning the handwheel with your hand, so that the needle enters through the left hole in the button.

  • Page 52: Darning

    Janome Sewing Machine Darning Darning Auto Sew to length The Memory Craft 9500 automatically darns rips and holes. Large and small holes can be mended quickly required, then press " ". and easily with this unique stitch. Select the pattern 21.
  • Page 53 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine To sew a shorter darning To sew a darning with a length of less than 2 cm (3/4”), first stop the machine after sewing the Required Length, then press the Reverse Button. The Required Length has now been determined.

  • Page 54: Tacking

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Tacking Tacking Auto Sew to length Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. required, then press " ". Select Pattern 22 and attach the Satin Stitch Foot F.

  • Page 55: Eyelet

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Eyelet Eyelet Auto The Eyelet is used for belt holes etc. Select the pattern 23 and attach the Satin Stitch Foot F. Sensor Auto Adjust Depress the Foot Control to sew. The machine will stop automatically when completed.

  • Page 56: Basting

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Basting Basting Select the pattern 24 and the feed dog will automatically drop. Attach the Satin Stitch foot F or Darning Foot P-2. Sensor Auto NOTE: Refer to page 10 for how to attach the Darning Foot P-2.

  • Page 57: Satin Stitches

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Satin Stitches Decorative Auto Press the Satin Stitch Key in the Ordinary Sewing Mode to open the Satin Stitch Window. Function Keys: Needle Up/Down key: Press the Needle Up/Down key to set the needle position up or down when stopping the machine.
  • Page 58 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Program key Press this key to program pattern combinations. When you press this key the Cursor keys, Delete key, Auto Vertical Mirror key, “M” key (Memory Check key) and Save File key will be displayed.

  • Page 59: Single Pattern With Locking Stitch

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Single pattern with locking stitch Locking Stitch Auto Press the program key. Select the pattern 31. Press the “L. S” key. NOTE: No more patterns can be memorized after pressing the “L.

  • Page 60: Elongation Sewing

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Elongation sewing Decorative Auto Example: Pattern 31 Select Pattern 31. Press the Adjust key. Press the Elongation keys to set the desired stitch length. Adjust NOTE: The Elongation ration is indicated in multiples of the original pattern length.

  • Page 61: Programming A Pattern Combination With A Mirror Image

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Programming a pattern combination with mirror Decorative Auto image Example: Pattern 30 and its mirror image Press the Program key Select the Pattern 30. Press the Mirror Image key. Select the Pattern 30.

  • Page 62: Decorative Stitches

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Decorative Stitches Saddle Stitch There are 7 pages of decorative stitches in this category. Press the Next Page key to view the next page. Press the Previous Page key to view the previous page.

  • Page 63: Applique Sewing

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Applique sewing Applique Select the pattern 40. Attach the Satin Stitch Foot F. Adjust Place the Applique on the fabric and baste it in place. Sew guiding the edge of the applique along the Slit on the foot, so that the needle falls off the Edge of the Applique when it swings to the right.

  • Page 64: Programming French Knot

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Programming French knot French Knot Auto Example: Pattern 55, Pattern 45, Pattern 55 and Pattern 46 Press the program key. Select the pattern 55 (French knot). Press the previous page key to show page 2/7.

  • Page 65: Sewing The Pattern Combination From The Beginning

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Sewing the pattern combination from the Decorative Auto beginning After you start sewing, the “M” (Memory check) key will change to the (Beginning) key. Press this key if you stop sewing in the middle of the pattern combination and wish to sew it again from the beginning.

  • Page 66: Individual Pattern Adjustment

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Individual pattern adjustment Decorative Auto You can adjust the zigzag width, stitch length and elongation ratio of each patterns in a combination individually. Example: Changing the elongation ratio of the pattern 31 in combination with the patterns 65 and 32.

  • Page 67: Editing Programmed Patterns

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Editing Programmed Patterns Decorative Auto Example: When the patterns 31, 65 and 32 are memorized. Deleting the pattern 65 Press the Cursor key to move the cursor under the pattern 65.

  • Page 68: Program Check

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Program check Decorative Auto Pressing the “M” (Memory check) key will display the entire pattern combination. Adjust If the pattern combination is too long to show, press the Next Page key to view the remaining patterns in combination.

  • Page 69: Twin Needle Sewing

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Twin Needle Sewing Hemstitch Auto NOTE: When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew. Use the Zigzag Foot A or Satin Stitch Foot F for Twin Needle Sewing.
  • Page 70 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Insert an additional spool pin, and put a felt and spool on it. Draw both threads from the spools and pass them through the threading points from 1 to 5 .

  • Page 71: Monogramming

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Monogramming You can combine letters and symbols for monogramming. Block Auto 1 European Accented Letter key You can select the European Accented Letters, such as the diaeresis. Pressing the key will select the Alphabet or European Accented Letters alternately.

  • Page 72: Programming A Monogram

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Programming a monogram Block Auto Example: Programming “R&B” Press the Upper/Lower Case key to select Upper Case. Press the Letter Size key to select Large Size. Press “R”, and the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is automatically memorized.

  • Page 73: Saving And Opening A File

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Saving and Opening a File Block Auto Saving a file Press the Save File key and the Save File window will open. 1 Save File key You can select the location to where you want to save the file.

  • Page 74: Assigning A File Name

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Assigning a file name You can assign a file name in the file name window. Save File (Built-in) Press the File Name key to open the file name Built-in File Name M_001 window.

  • Page 75: Correcting Distorted Stretch Patterns

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Correcting Distorted Stretch Patterns The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc.

  • Page 76: Embroidery Mode

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine EMBROIDERY MODE Embroidery Hoops Embroidery Hoop A: This is the standard size hoop, with a 12.6 cm (5”) by 11 cm (4 3/8”) embroidery area for sewing PC Card embroidery designs etc.

  • Page 77: Stabilizers

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Stabilizers To obtain the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. Types of stabilizer Tear-away Stabilizer is made from a fiber that will tear easily. Use tear-away stabilizers for stable woven fabrics. After stitching, tear away the stabilizer so that the small portion left in the back of the stitching will not affect the wear.

  • Page 78: Setting The Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop Mark the Centerlines on the right side of the fabric with tailor’s chalk. Loosen the Hoop Tightening Screw on the outer hoop. Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric, matching the centerlines.

  • Page 79: Attaching The Embroidery Hoop To The Machine

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine Turn the Attaching Knob so it is parallel with the metal plate, and set the hoop on the Carriage. Attach the hoop by fitting the Pins into the Carriage Holes.

  • Page 80: Mode Selection

    Embroidery Mode: 1 Built-in Designs The Visual Touch Screen shows the Built-in Design Edit window when the Embroidery Mode Key is pressed. the Memory Craft 9500 provides 91 ready to sew built-in embroidery designs. Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm...

  • Page 81: Built-In Designs

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Designs Built-in Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm Press the Built-in Design key. Press the pattern selection key to select the desired pattern. The embroidery screen will appear. Edit Ready to Sew...

  • Page 82: Trace Outline

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine 1 Trace key You can check the size of the sewing area by pressing Ready to Sew this key. The carriage traces the outline of the selected 24 min 13 colors embroidery pattern without stitching.

  • Page 83: Starting To Sew Embroidery

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Starting to Sew Embroidery Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm Press the Pattern Selection key to select the desired pattern. Edit Lower the presser foot. Ready to Sew Press the Start/Stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches.

  • Page 84: Monogram Embroidery

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Monogram Embroidery Gothic Press the Monogram key to open the monogram window. A(F) 1 Monogram Key In the monogram selection window, you can program words by pressing the alphabet keys directly.
  • Page 85 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Letter/number key When you press this key, the number and symbols will Gothic appear. To select the number or symbol, press the corresponding key. A(F) Press this key again to return to the letter selection window.

  • Page 86: Monogram In Gothic Style

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Monogram in Gothic style Press the Font key and select Gothic style letters. Select “B”. Gothic A(F) Font Edit Press the Upper/Lower Case key to select lowercase letters. Gothic A(F) Font Edit Select “e”, “a”...
  • Page 87 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Use the Jog keys to adjust the position of the hoop to Ready to Sew match the centerlines. 3 min 1 colors Bear 1 Jog Keys Size 55x19mm 2 Centerlines A(F): 126x110mm Lower the presser foot.

  • Page 88: 2- Letters Monogram

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine 2- Letters monogram Example: 2-Letters with a crest Gothic Press the Font key. A(F) Select 2-Letters. Font Edit Select the Frame. Letters Select the letter “A”. A(F) Font Edit Select the letter “B”.

  • Page 89: Correcting A Monogram

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Correcting a monogram Deleting a letter Gothic Example: To delete ”E” from “BEAT” BEAT A(F) Press the Cursor key to shift the cursor under the Gothic letter to delete. BEAT A(F) Press the Delete key.

  • Page 90: Pc Card Designs

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine PC Card Designs Inserting and ejecting a PC Card Insert a PC card into the slot with the front side facing to you. Push the card until it clicks, then the eject button pops out.

  • Page 91: Card Reader 100000

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Card Reader 10000 (optional item) You can download designs from the Memory Cards for Model MC9000 via the Card Reader 10000. Connecting Card Reader 10000 Insert the round connector of the special RS-2332C cable into the machine.

  • Page 92: Editing Mode

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Editing Mode The editing function allows you to modify and combine embroidery patterns to create your own original designs. Editing screen Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm Press the Edit key to open the editing screen.

  • Page 93: Selecting The Pattern To Edit

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Selecting the pattern to edit The Patterns from the built-in designs, monograms, Edit PC cards and Memory Cards can be edited. Size Edit Cancel B: 140x200mm To select the pattern to edit, press the pattern...

  • Page 94: Moving A Pattern

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Moving a pattern To move the embroidery pattern on the editing screen, press and drag the pattern to a desired location with Edit your fingertip. Size NOTE: Do not drag the pattern on the screen with a sharp pointed object.

  • Page 95: Resizing A Pattern

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Resizing a pattern When you press the size key, the size adjusting window will appear. Edit 1 Size Key Size Size 100% You can change the size of embroidery patterns from 90% to 120% of the original pattern size.

  • Page 96: Saving A File

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Saving a File Edit An original design created in the Editing Mode can be saved as a file in the internal memory or an ATA PC Size card. Press the Save File key, the Save File window will open.

  • Page 97: Assigning A File Name

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Assigning the a name You can assign a file name in the file name window. Press the File Name key to open the file name File Name window. The character keys are displayed in the window.

  • Page 98: Combining A Built-In Design And Monogram

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Combining a built-in design and monogram Example: To combine built-in design 41 and the word Designs “Bear” Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm Select the pattern 41 from the built-in designs. Edit Press the Edit key.
  • Page 99 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Select “e”, “a” and “r”. Gothic Press the OK key. A(F) The word “Bear” will appear in the editing window. Font Edit Move the word under the pattern by dragging it or with Edit the layout keys.

  • Page 100: Opening A Saved File

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Opening a Saved File Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm You can open a file to sew embroidery patterns that you have saved. When you press the open file key, the open file window will appear.

  • Page 101: On-Screen Help

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine On-screen Help You can view on-screen help for the basic operations of the machine. Press the Help key. Designs The help index window will appear. Hoop Size A(F): 126 110mm Edit Select a help topic by pressing one of the keys.

  • Page 102: Care And Maintenance

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. NOTE: Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than what is explained on this page.

  • Page 103: Replacing The Light Bulb

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Replacing the Light Bulb WARNING: Turn the power off before replacing the light bulb. The bulb could be HOT, wait until it has cooled down before touching it. To remove: Remove the cap and setscrew. Remove the faceplate.

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Troubleshooting Problem Reference Cause The machine is noisy. See page 101. 1. Threads have been caught in the hook mechanism. See page 101. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint.
  • Page 105 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine Cause Reference Problem 1. The presser foot pressure is not adjusted correctly Slipping fabric See page 20. 2. The correct presser foot is not being used. See page 11 1. The feed dog is packed with lint.

  • Page 106: Stitch Chart

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine STITCH CHART 01 02 03 04 08 09 10 11 12 17 18 19 23 24 14 15 16 Sensor Auto 27 28 36 37 40 41 42 53 54 55 56 57...

  • Page 107: Design Chart

    Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine DESIGN CHART Pattern 81 is a center lines for calibration of the Cloth Setter. www.toews.com MC9500 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
  • Page 108 Janome Memory Craft 9500 Instruction Manual Janome Sewing Machine DESIGN CHART Gothic Script Cheltenham 3-letters / 2-letters www.toews.com MC9500 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
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