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  • Page 1 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Janome 4120QDC Instruction Manual www.janomeflyer.com 4120QDC Owners Manual/ User Guide...
  • Page 2 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual TABLE OF INSTRUCTION SECTION I. NAMES OF PARTS SECTION IV. DECORATIVE STITCHING Shelltuck Stitch ............... 42 Names of Parts ..............1 Standard Accessories ............2 Applique ................. 42 Scallop Stitch ..............43 Large Extension Table ............. 2 Smocking ................

  • Page 4: Section I. Names Of Parts Names Of Parts

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual SECTION I. NAMES OF PARTS Names of Parts q Start/stop button w Reverse stitch button e Auto-lock button r Needle up/down button t Thread cutter button y Twin needle button u Speed control slider i Touch panel o Hole for additional spool pin...

  • Page 5: Standard Accessories

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Standard Accessories q Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine) w Overedge foot: C e Zipper foot: E r Satin stitch foot: F t Blind hem foot: G y 1/4˝ seam foot: O u Custom crafted zigzag foot: F2...

  • Page 6: Extension Table

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Extension Table The extension table q provides an extended sewing area and can be easily removed for free arm sewing. q Extension table w Pin e Hole • Detaching the table Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated.

  • Page 7: Section Ii. Getting Ready To Sew Connecting The Power Supply

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual SECTION II. GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply • Using the foot control Turn off the power switch q. Insert the foot control plug w into the foot control jack e. Insert the machine plug r into the power inlet t.

  • Page 8: Speed Control Slider

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Speed Control Slider Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase sewing speed, slide the slider to the right. To decrease sewing speed, slide the slider to the left.

  • Page 9: Machine Operating Buttons

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Machine Operating Buttons q Start/Stop button Lower the presser foot lifter. Press the start/stop button q to start the machine. The machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches; it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider.
  • Page 10 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual t Needle up/down button Press the needle up/down button t to bring the needle up or down. y Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button y to trim the threads after sewing. The thread cutter mark will blink i while the machine cuts the threads.

  • Page 11: Touch Panel

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Touch Panel q Mode key When the power switch is turned on, the direct pattern selection (mode 1) is set automatically. Press the mode key to change the mode. Refer to page 18. w Clear key Press the clear key to clear the memorized stitch pattern.

  • Page 12: Removing And Attaching The Foot Holder

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or attaching foot holder. • Removing the foot holder Remove the thumbscrew q by turning it counterclockwise with a screwdriver.

  • Page 13: Dropping Or Raising The Feed Dog

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back of the machine. q To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow q.

  • Page 14: Changing The Needle

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Changing the Needle CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before changing the needle. z Turn off the power switch. Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser foot.

  • Page 15: Bobbin Winding

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Bobbin Winding • Removing the bobbin Gently slide the hook cover release button q to the　 right and remove the hook cover plate w. Lift out the bobbin. q Hook cover release button w Hook cover plate •...
  • Page 16 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual • Winding the bobbin NOTES: • Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for bobbin winding. • Use a bobbin with “J” mark as illustrated. z Draw the thread from the spool.
  • Page 17 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual • Inserting the bobbin z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise. q End of thread x Guide the thread into the first notch w on the front side of the bobbin holder.

  • Page 18: Threading The Machine

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button q to raise the thread take-up lever to its highest position. q Needle up/down button CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch before threading the　...
  • Page 19 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual • Needle Threader CAUTION: Turn OFF the power switch when using the needle threader. z Lower the presser foot. Raise the needle to its highest position. Pull down the needle threader knob q as far as it will go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind.
  • Page 20 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual • Drawing up the Bobbin Thread z Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly with your left hand. x Press the needle up/down button q twice to lower and raise the needle to pick up the bobbin thread.

  • Page 21: Pattern Selection

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Pattern Selection • Mode 1 You can select the following stitch patterns directly by pressing the pattern keys q. Example: To select stitch pattern 4 in mode 1 z When the power switch is turned on, the direct pattern selection (mode 1) is set automatically.

  • Page 22: Setting Mode

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Setting Mode To enter the setting mode, press and hold the memory key and turn the power switch on until the setting mode screen appears. In this mode you can set the following machine functions.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension For A Straight Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension for a Straight Stitch • Correct tension q Needle thread (top thread) w Bobbin thread (bottom thread) e To loosen r To tighten The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail).

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension For A Zigzag Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension for a Zigzag Stitch For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric.

  • Page 25: Section Iii. Basic Sewing Straight Stitch Sewing

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual SECTION III. BASIC SEWING Straight Stitch Sewing q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: MODE 2: w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A • Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guide line on the needle plate (5/8˝...
  • Page 26 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual • Needle Plate The seam guides on the needle plate and the hook cover help you to measure seam allowance. The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance between the center needle position q and the edge of the fabric w.

  • Page 27: Straight Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Straight Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: 1 or 4 MODE 2: 01 or 04 w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A For seaming garments, zipper application and more.

  • Page 28: Stretch Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Stretch Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: MODE 2: 06 or 11 w Needle thread tension: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A This stitch is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat.

  • Page 29: Zigzag Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Zigzag Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: MODE 2: 07 or 12 w Needle thread tension: 2 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A The zigzag stitch is one of the most useful and versatile stitches.

  • Page 30: Multiple Zigzag

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Multiple Zigzag q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: MODE 2: w Needle thread tension: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A This stitch is used to finish seams on synthetics and other fabrics that tend to pucker. The stitch is also excellent for darning and mending tears.

  • Page 31: Knit Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Knit Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Needle thread tension: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Place your fabric to allow a 5/8˝ (1.5 cm) seam. Trim excess close to the stitching. Be careful not to cut the stitches.

  • Page 32: Zipper Sewing

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Zipper Sewing q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: w Needle thread tension: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A Zipper foot E • Attaching the zipper foot Fit the pin w on the zipper foot into the groove q in the foot holder.
  • Page 33 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual x Attach the zipper foot with the pin on the right. Sew through all the layers from the end of the zipper opening, guiding the zipper teeth along the edge of the foot. c Stop the machine 2˝ (5 cm) before the foot reaches the slider on the zipper tape.

  • Page 34: Blind Hemming

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Blind Hemming q Stitch pattern: MODE 1: MODE 2: 10 or 15 w Thread tension dial: 1 to 4 e Presser foot: Blind hem foot G z Fold a hem with the wrong side of the fabric up to form a 1/4˝...

  • Page 35: Button Sewing

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual • Bridge stitch Patterns #55 to #58 in mode 3 are extender stitches which are used to insert straight stitches after a stitch pattern. The extender stitches #57 and #58 inherit the stitch length and needle drop position of a previous pattern in programmed pattern combination.

  • Page 36: Attaching Elastic

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Attaching Elastic q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Needle thread tension: 3 to 7 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F * Stitch patterns 08 in mode 2 can also be used. Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to the fabric.

  • Page 37: Various Kinds Of Buttonholes And Their Uses

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Various Kinds of Buttonholes and Their Uses q Square Buttonhole This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically　 determined by placing a button in the foot.

  • Page 38: Square Buttonhole

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Square Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Thread tension dial: 1 to 5 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R r Buttonhole lever sign • To sew z Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the pin w into the groove q of the foot holder.
  • Page 39 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual b Start the machine to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole will be automatically sewn. The machine will sew the left row first. n The machine will sew the back bartack and the right row.

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Stitch Width And Density For Buttonholes

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Adjusting the Stitch Width and Density for Buttonholes • Adjusting the stitch width Press the stitch width adjustment key change the stitch. Press the “–” button to decrease buttonhole width q. Press the “+” button to increase buttonhole width w.

  • Page 41: Keyhole Buttonhole

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Keyhole Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Thread tension dial: 1 to 5 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R The sewing procedure is the same as the square buttonhole. Use the seam ripper and an eyelet punch r to open the buttonhole.

  • Page 42: Corded Buttonhole

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Corded Buttonhole q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Thread tension dial: 1 to 5 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R z Use the same procedure as the square buttonhole procedure. Set the stitch width to match the thickness of the cord used.

  • Page 43: Darning Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Darning Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R • Starting to sew z Pull the button holder q to the back.

  • Page 44: Tacking

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Tacking q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotch seams and belt carriers where extra strength is needed.

  • Page 45: Section Iv. Decorative Stitching Shelltuck Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual SECTION IV. DECORATIVE STITCHING Shelltuck Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 2: w Needle thread tension: 6 to 8 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Use a lightweight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the fabric as shown and stitch on the fold.

  • Page 46: Scallop Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Scallop Stitch q Stitch pattern: MODE 3: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A * Stitch patterns 29 or 64 in mode 3 can also be used. Sew the stitches approximately 3/8˝ (1 cm) inside the edge of the fabric.

  • Page 47: Patchwork Piecing

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Patchwork Piecing q Stitch pattern: MODE 3: 01 and 43 w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot 1/4˝ seam foot O Zigzag foot A z Place the patchwork pieces right sides together.

  • Page 48: Clasp Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Clasp Stitch q Stitch pattern: Mode 3: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F You can secure quilt layers and batting using the clasp stitch. z Select stitch pattern 22 (mode 3). Press the memory key.

  • Page 49: Fringing

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Fringing q Stitch pattern: MODE 3: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls. Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be removed easily.

  • Page 50: Cross Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Cross Stitch q Stitch Pattern: Mode 3: w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Custom crafted zigzag foot F2 You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns in half the time it would take if embroidered by hand.

  • Page 51: Twin Needle Sewing

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Twin Needle Sewing q Stitch pattern: Mode 3: 61 (example) w Thread tension dial: 3 to 6 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F Custom crafted zigzag foot F2 NOTES: • When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches before you begin to sew.

  • Page 52: Section V. Programming Patterns And Letters Programming The Auto-Lock Stitch

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual SECTION V. PROGRAMMING PATTERNS AND LETTERS Programming the Auto-lock Stitch Example: Pattern #61 (mode 3) z Select pattern 61 (mode 3). Press the memory key. x Select pattern 92 (mode 3). Press the memory key.

  • Page 53: Programming The Pattern Combination

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Programming the Pattern Combination Example: Patterns #63, #65 and #64 (mode 3) z Select pattern 63 (mode 3). x Press the memory key, and the stitch pattern 63 is memorized. c The LCD display shows only 1 character at a time.

  • Page 54: Bridge Stitches

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Bridge Stitches Patterns #55 to #58 ( ) in mode 3 are bridge stitches which are used to insert straight stitches between stitch patterns. The bridge stitches #57 and #58 use the stitch length and needle drop position of the previous pattern in the programmed pattern combination.

  • Page 55: Programming A Mirror Image

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Programming a Mirror Image Example: Patterns #64 (Mode 3) and its mirror image z Select pattern 64 (Mode 3). Press the memory key. x Select pattern 64 (Mode 3). Press the flip key. The flip mark q will appear on the LCD display.

  • Page 56: Sewing A Pattern Combination From The Beginning

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Sewing a Pattern Combination from the Beginning If you have to stop sewing a pattern combination and wish to sew it over again, press the memory key to sew the pattern combination from the beginning.

  • Page 57: Programming Letters

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Programming Letters In mode 4, 5 or 6, you can program text by entering the number of alphabets. Mode 4: Alphabets/number/symbol Mode 5: European accented letters Mode 6: Russian (Cyrillic) letters Example: To program “Deppé”...

  • Page 58: Reducing The Size Of Letters

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Reducing the Size of Letters Example: To reduce the height of character “ ♡ ” to approximately 2/3 of its original size. z Press the mode key to enter mode 4. Enter 22 to select upper case letter “L”.

  • Page 59: Viewing A Long Text

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Viewing a Long Text The LCD display shows up to 3 characters at a time. If the entire text is not displayed, press the cursor keys to scroll the text. z Pressing the cursor key shifts the cursor and scrolls the text to the left.

  • Page 60: Duplicating A Letter (Pattern)

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Duplicating a Letter (pattern) Example: To duplicate “2” from characters “123” z Move the cursor under the character “2”. x Press the memory key to duplicate the character “2”. www.janomeflyer.com 4120QDC Owners Manual/ User Guide...

  • Page 61: Stitch Adjustment Of Programmed Patterns

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Stitch Adjustment of Programmed Patterns The stitch width and length of the programmed stitch pattern can be altered uniformly or individually. Example: To alter the stitch width uniformly. z Enter the mode 3. x Select pattern 73 ( Press the memory key.
  • Page 62 Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Example: To alter the stitch width individually z Enter the mode 3. x Select pattern 61 ( ). Press the memory key twice. c Move the cursor under the second stitch pattern of 61 ( ).

  • Page 63: Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stretch patterns may vary depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of fabric, number of layers etc. Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use.

  • Page 64: Section Vi. Care Of Your Machine Cleaning The Hook Race And Feed Dog

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual SECTION VI. CARE OF YOUR MACHINE Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog WARNING: • Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. • Do not dismantle the machine other than as explained in this section.

  • Page 65: Problems And Warning Signs

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Problems and Warning Signs Warning sign Cause Try this The machine will not sew with the start/stop Disconnect the foot control button because the foot control is connected. and start the machine. The machine will not sew because the presser Lower the presser foot lifter and restart the machine.

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Cause Reference Condition See page 15, 16 The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. breaks. See page 20, 21 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. See page 11 3.

  • Page 67: Stitch Chart

    Janome 4120QDC Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Stitch Chart www.janomeflyer.com 4120QDC Owners Manual/ User Guide...
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