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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine. This machine is designed and manufactured for household use.

  • Page 3: Grounding Instructions

    GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1. SETTING UP THE MACHINE Editing ..............46 Installing the Machine ..........2 Editing Functions ............. 47 Adjusting the feet ..........3 Selecting the hoop ..........47 Names of Parts ............5 Moving the pattern ..........48 Sub control panel ..........

  • Page 5: Section 1. Setting Up The Machine Installing The Machine

    SECTION 1. SETTING UP THE MACHINE Installing the Machine Place the machine on a flat and stable surface such as a sturdy table that could withstand the machine’s weight and vibration. Place the machine on the flat and level surface. Make sure that all the feet firmly contact the surface.

  • Page 6: Adjusting The Feet

    Adjusting the feet Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise (in the direction of A) as much as possible, before placing the machine on a surface. q Adjusting screw Place the machine on a flat and level surface. Turn the adjustable foot so the four feet firmly contact the surface.
  • Page 7 Do not use the machine near appliances that radiate electromagnetic noise such as a microwave oven, or do not plug in the machine to the same branch circuit where such appliances are connected. Do not use or store the machine near a heat radiator or in a place with dust or high humidity.

  • Page 8: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts q Thread guide bar w Pre-tension control e Tension control r Check spring t Hoop supporter y Needle plate u Hook cover i Start/Stop button o Auto thread cutter button !0 Sub control panel !1 Spool pins !2 Spool stand !3 Machine socket !4 Power switch...

  • Page 9: Sub Control Panel

    Sub control panel q Mode button w Trace button e Arrow buttons r Enter button t LCD brightness adjusting dial y LCD display RCS unit (optional item) q RCS unit w Start/Stop button e Auto thread cutter button r Trace button t Jog buttons y Carriage return button u Stitch back button...

  • Page 10: Standard Accessories

    Standard Accessories q Needle (DB x K5Q1-NY) w Scissors e Bobbins r Lint brush t Seam ripper y Handy needle threader u Spool caps i Spool net o Screwdriver !0 Screwdriver (small) !1 Oiler !2 Offset screwdriver !3 Tweezers !4 Screwdriver (large) !5 Accessory box Optional RCS unit...
  • Page 11 Standard Accessories q Instruction book Power supply cable USB cable Hoop M1 (MB Hoop 240 X 200) Hoop M2 (MB Hoop 126 X 110) Hoop M3 (MB Hoop 50 X 50) Hoop supporter Felt ring (large) Felt ring (small) Spool rest Thread guide bar Spool pin Thread guide pole...

  • Page 12: Assembling The Spool Stand

    Assembling the Spool Stand z Insert the thread guide poles into the sleeve of the spool stand. Secure the poles with setscrews (A) from the bottom. Insert the spool pins into the spool stand. q Thread guide poles w Setscrews (A) e Spool stand r Spool pin x Attach the thread guide bar to the thread guide poles...

  • Page 13: Setting The Thread Cones Or Spools Of Thread

    Setting the Thread Cones or Spools of Thread Use the 4 spool pins in the front row for sewing, and second row spool pins are for the standby spools. Use the rear most spool pin for bobbin winding. Felt rings of two sizes are provided to accommodate various types of spools of thread and thread cones.

  • Page 14: Installing The Hoop Supporter

    Installing the Hoop Supporter z Loosen the two thumbscrews on the hoop supporter. q Hoop supporter w Thumbscrew x Turn the power switch on and select an embroidery pattern (see pages 26, 38) to move the carriage to the center. Hold the hoop supporter with both hands and place it under the carriage plate by inserting the necks of both thumbscrews into...

  • Page 15: Installing The Rcs Unit (Optional Item)

    Installing the RCS Unit (optional item) z Loosen the thumbscrew and open the mounting arm. q Thumbscrew w Mounting arm x Loosen the screw knob A and set the RCS unit on the mounting arm by hooking the RCS unit on the pins.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Power Supply

    Connecting the Power Supply CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before connecting the machine to the power supply. z Turn the power switch off. q Power switch x Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. w Machine plug e Machine socket c Insert the power supply plug into the properly grounded outlet.

  • Page 17: Direct Pc-Link

    Direct PC-Link This machine can be connected to the PC with the USB cable included as standard accessory. You need Digitizer MB for multi-needle software (optional item) to operate the machine via direct PC-link. Connecting the Machine and PC Start up the machine and PC, and insert the type A USB connector in to the PC.

  • Page 18: Threads

    Threads Rayon threads are recommended for needle thread. Cotton or spun polyester threads sizes 80 to 120 (74 to 100 dtex/2) are recommended for bobbin thread. Do not use poor quality prewound bobbins. Needles Use the DB x K5Q1-NY, size 11 needles. (Part number 770811000) Stabilizers To obtain the best quality embroidery, it is important to...

  • Page 19: Winding The Bobbin

    Winding the Bobbin z Place the thread cone (spool of thread) on the rear most spool pin. Pass the thread through the thread guide A. q Thread guide A x Pass the thread through the upper hole and lower hole in the thread guide B. w Thread guide B c Draw the thread to the front.

  • Page 20: Removing The Bobbin Case

    Removing the bobbin case CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before removing the bobbin case. z Open the hook cover toward you. q Hook cover x Hold and open the latch of the bobbin case. Take the bobbin case out from the machine. w Latch NOTE: Do not force to pull the thread keeper when you...

  • Page 21: Inserting The Bobbin Case

    Inserting the bobbin case Hold the bobbin case with the latch and insert the bobbin case into the hook, aligning the rib with the notch. Push the bobbin case as far as it will go and release the latch. q Latch w Rib e Notch Close the hook cover.

  • Page 22: Threading The Needle

    Threading the Needle The threading path of all needles is similar. Review the threading procedure of the first needle when threading other needles. NOTE: Rayon threads are recommended for needles to achieve a better result. Threading needle No.1 z Place a thread cone on the front right spool pin. Draw the thread up and pass it through the right hole in the thread guide bar from behind.
  • Page 23 b Draw the thread down and pass it through the right hole in the guide plate. q Right hole in the guide plate n Pass the thread through the eye of the right check spring. w Eye of the check spring m Pull the thread up and pass it through the second hole from the right.

  • Page 24: Threading The Needle With The Needle Threader

    Threading the needle with the needle threader z Hold the needle threader with a triangle mark facing up. Insert the thread into the Y-notch of the threader from the right. q Triangle mark w Y-notch x Slide the threader down along the needle while pushing it gently until the threader pin goes into the needle eye.

  • Page 25: Setting The Fabric In The Embroidery Hoop

    Setting the Fabric in the Embroidery Hoop z Attach stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric. Mark the centerlines for pattern placement on the right side of the fabric. q Fabric w Centerlines e Stabilizer CAUTION: Thick and hard materials such as multi-layer canvas may cause needle to warp or break.

  • Page 26: Setting The Embroidery Hoop

    Setting the Embroidery Hoop Hold the setting plate with both hands and insert them under the holder clips. Slide the hoop on the hoop supporter until the holes catch the positioning pins on the hoop supporter. q Setting plate w Holder clip e Hole in the setting plate r Positioning pin NOTES:...

  • Page 27: Section 2. Basic Operation

    SECTION 2. BASIC OPERATION Basic Operation with the Sub Control Panel Machine operating buttons q Start/Stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The button glows red when the machine is stitching, and green, when the machine has stopped. w Auto thread cutter button Press this button to trim the threads.

  • Page 28: Lcd Screen

    LCD screen z When turning the power on, the LCD screen will W: 00 show [W:00]. Press the ENTER button and the hoop will move to the home position. q LCD screen w ENTER button NOTE: If the LCD screen shows [E:03], press the ENTER button to initialize the needle bar position.

  • Page 29: Machine Settings

    Machine Settings Press the MODE button to select the item you wish to change the setting. M1 00001 01/13 1 The selected item will blink. Press the MODE button to select the next item or press the ENTER button to change the setting of the selected item.

  • Page 30: Starting To Embroider

    Starting to Embroider M1 00001 01/13 1 z Select the pattern you wish to sew. The LCD screen shows the Ready to sew mode display. NOTE: The embroidery result may vary depending on the fabric and threads used. Make a test embroidery using the same fabric and threads before sewing on the actual garment.
  • Page 31 b Press the START/STOP button, the LCD screen will show the reminder asking you to confirm the hoop type to be used. y START/STOP button u Reminder display NOTE: If you press the START/STOP button when the tension release lever is in the open position, a warning sign [W:03] will appear.

  • Page 32: Removing The Hoop

    Removing the Hoop z Hold the setting plates with both hands and lift the front side of the setting plates to release them from the positioning pins. Slide the hoop toward you and remove it from the machine. q Setting plate w Positioning pin x Loosen the hoop tightening screw.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    Adjusting the Thread Tension Adjusting the needle thread tension Adjust the needle thread tension by turning the tension dial so that a small amount of the needle thread shows on the wrong side of the fabric. q Tension dial NOTE: If the thread kinks while stitching, turn the pre-tension dial clockwise slightly to eliminate kinks.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the Needle WARNING: Always make sure to turn the power off before replacing the needle. Checking the needle Check the needle regularly and replace it with new one if it is bent or dull. To check the straightness of the needle, place it onto something flat.

  • Page 35: Basic Operation Of The Optional Rcs Unit

    Basic Operation of the Optional RCS Unit Machine operating buttons q Start/Stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The button glows red when the machine is stitching, and green, that the machine has stopped. w Auto thread cutter button Press this button to trim the threads.

  • Page 36: Function Keys

    Function keys CAUTION: Do not press the LCD touch panel with hard or sharp pointed objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like. Press the LCD touch panel and buttons gently. Rough or forceful pressing may damage the unit. q MENU key Press this key to assign mode selection to the circle keys.

  • Page 37: On-Screen Help Movie

    On-screen Help Movie Press the help (?) key to open the help movie menu. You can view 6 help topics of essential operations. q Help key Select the help topic you wish to view by pressing ? Winding the bobbin the arrow keys and press the OK key.

  • Page 38: Disconnecting The Rcs Unit

    Disconnecting the RCS Unit You can use the RCS unit to control two or more 88x90mm 88x90mm machines. 21 min 21 min After setting up the first machine, press the MENU key 1 / 5 Color 1 / 5 Color 1 / 8544 ST 1 / 8544 ST and press the circle key next to the RCS icon.

  • Page 39: Section 3. Advanced Operation With The Optional Rcs Unit

    SECTION 3. ADVANCED OPERATION WITH THE OPTIONAL RCS UNIT Selecting the Embroidery Patterns When turning the power on, the LCD touch panel will Keep hand clear. show the opening window, then a warning message Carriage will now move to set position. will appear after a few seconds.

  • Page 40: Selecting The Built-In Designs

    Selecting the built-in designs There are 50 ready to sew embroidery designs categorized by hoop size. To view the designs on the next page, press the next page key. q Next page key Press the previous page key to go back to the previous page.
  • Page 41 Press the pattern selection key and the Ready to sew window will open. q Pattern selection key The stitch image of the selected pattern and a list of the thread color assignment to each needle bar along with the sewing information are displayed on the screen.

  • Page 42: Manual Color Assignment

    Manual color assignment Thread colors are automatically assigned to the needle bar in the optimum order. However, you can change the color assignment manually. 88x90mm 21 min If a new pattern has a thread color that is same as 1 / 5 Colors 1 / 8565 ST one of the colors previously sewn, you may change 1071...

  • Page 43: Monogramming

    Monogramming There are 3 pages of the monogramming window. Press the page key to show the next or previous page. q Page keys Page 1: Roman alphabets and spaces Page 2: Numerals, punctuation marks and symbols Page 3: Dieresis and European accented letters (3/3)

  • Page 44: Function Keys

    Function keys Font selection Press the circle key next to font icon to open the font selection window. q Circle key (font selection) Press the arrow keys to select the desired font or border patterns. Script Gothic Cheltenham The selected font will be indicated with a red Hollowblock Bauhaus Galant...

  • Page 45: Entering The Characters

    Entering the characters Example: “Jump” in Gothic font Select Gothic font. Press the desired alphabet key to enter characters. Enter upper case “J”. Press the circle key next to the letter case icon to switch to the lower case. q Circle key (letter case) Enter lower case “u”, “m”...

  • Page 46: Correcting The Text

    Correcting the text To delete a character: Press the arrow key to move the cursor under the character to delete. Press the circle key next to the delete icon. q Arrow keys w Cursor e Circle key (delete) To insert a character: Press the arrow key to move the cursor under the character next to the place to where you wish to insert a character.

  • Page 47: Placement Of Monogramming

    Placement of monogramming You can select from one of the 3 placements for monogramming. 59x22mm 4 min Press the circle key next to the placement icon to 1 / 1 Color select the left justify, center justify or right justify 1 / 1012 ST alternately.

  • Page 48: Multi-Color Monogramming

    Multi-color monogramming You can sew a multi-color monogramming by assigning different thread color to each character. 59x22mm 4 min 1 / 1 Color z Press the circle key next to the right arrow icon 1 / 1012 ST to show the alternate function key assignment. q Circle key (right arrow) x Press the circle key next to the separation icon.

  • Page 49: Editing

    Editing In the editing mode, you can modify and combine the embroidery patterns and monograms. z Press the circle key next to the editing icon. q Circle key (editing) x The editing window will open. Edit c Press the MENU key and press the circle key next Edit to the built-in icon to import the built-in patterns.

  • Page 50: Editing Functions

    Editing Functions Selecting the hoop Press the circle key next to the hoop icon. Edit q Circle key (hoop) The function key assignment will change to the hoop type selection. The following hoop types are available: : MB hoops : Tajima hoops (optional item) : Socks and Hat hoops (optional item) : Monogram hoops (optional item) Edit...

  • Page 51: Moving The Pattern

    Moving the pattern Edit To move the pattern on the editing screen, press and drag the pattern to the desired location with your fingertip. You can move the selected pattern also by pressing the arrow keys. q Arrow keys Resizing the pattern Edit Press the circle key next to resize icon and the function key assignment will change to resizing.

  • Page 52: Deleting The Pattern

    Deleting the pattern Edit Select the pattern to delete by pressing the pattern image in the editing screen. The selected pattern is indicated with a green frame. Press the circle key next to the delete icon to delete the selected pattern. q Circle key (delete) Saving the file Edit...

  • Page 53: Duplicating The Pattern

    Duplicating the pattern Press the circle key next to the copy icon to duplicate the pattern. q Circle key (duplicate) NOTE: The original pattern will be superimposed with a copy. Move the copy to show the original pattern. Flipping the pattern To flip the pattern horizontally, press the circle key next to the flip horizontal icon.

  • Page 54: Monogramming In An Arc

    Monogramming in an arc You can make a monogramming in an upper or lower arc. z Enter the characters in the editing mode. Press the circle key next to the arc icon. q Circle key (arc) x The alternate function key assignment will appear. Press the circle key next to the lower arc icon to make a lower arc.

  • Page 55: Customizing The Color Setting

    Customizing the color setting The background color of the editing screen and section color of the pattern image can be changed to simulate the actual colors of the fabric and threads. z Press the circle key next to the color icon and the color palette window will open.

  • Page 56: Combining The Patterns And Lettering

    Combining the Patterns and Lettering z Press the MENU key. Edit q MENU key x Press the circle key next to the built-in pattern Edit icon. w Circle key (built-in) e OK key Press Corresponding Function Button. c The pattern selection window will open. Select pattern #6.
  • Page 57 m Move the flipped pattern to the left bottom corner of the editing screen by using the arrow keys or by Edit dragging it with your fingertip. i Arrow keys , Make a duplicate of the pattern and flip it Edit vertically.
  • Page 58 ⁄2 Press the circle key next to the arc icon. !1 Circle key (arc) ⁄2 Edit ⁄3 Press the circle key next to the lower arc icon to ⁄3 Edit make a lower arc. Press the circle key next to the outward arrow to make the arc larger.

  • Page 59: Grouping The Patterns

    Grouping the patterns You can move more than one pattern at one time by grouping the patterns. Press the circle key next to the grouping icon. q Circle key (grouping) The patterns in the editing window will be combined as a single group. Move the grouped patterns to the desired position with the arrow keys or by dragging with your finger tip.

  • Page 60: Starting To Embroider

    Starting to Embroider z Select the pattern you wish to sew. The LCD touch panel shows the Ready to sew window. NOTE: 88x90mm The embroidery result may vary depending on the 21 min 1 / 5 Colors 1 / 8565 ST fabric and threads used.
  • Page 61 v Press the START/STOP button, the LCD screen will show the reminder asking you to confirm the hoop type to be used. 88x90mm e START/STOP button 21 min 1 / 5 Colors 1 / 8565 ST r Reminder message 1071 1127 1372 1278...

  • Page 62: Customizing The Settings With The Sub Control Panel

    Customizing the Settings with the Sub Control Panel Press the MODE button until the LCD screen shows SET blinking. Press the ENTER button to start the My setting mode. q MODE button w Enter button [01] Buzzer sound control Press the right or left arrow button to adjust loudness of the buzzer.

  • Page 63: Formatting The Memory

    The color code of the selected brand will be shown in the Ready to sew mode display. The brand numbers are as follows: 1 Janome 2 Gütermann Sulky (rayon 40) 3 Madeira (polyester 40) 4 Madeira (rayon 40)

  • Page 64: Reminder Message On/Off

    [08] Reminder message ON/OFF When you press the START/STOP button, a reminder message will appear on the LCD screen. However, you can turn off the reminder. Press the right arrow button to indicate [OFF] to turn off the reminder. Press the ENTER button to register the new setting or press the upward arrow button to go to the next setting.

  • Page 65: Jump Thread Trimming On/Off

    [12] Jump thread trimming ON/OFF If you wish to trim jump threads automatically, press the right arrow button to indicate [ON]. Press the left arrow button to disable the jump thread trimming. Press the ENTER button to register the new setting or press the upward arrow button to go to the next setting.

  • Page 66: Resume Mode On/Off

    [15] Resume mode ON/OFF When resume mode is enabled, the last stitch of the pattern sewn before turning the power off will be resumed when the power is turned on again. Press the right or left arrow button to turn [ON] or [OFF] the resume mode.

  • Page 67: Mm/Inch Option

    [18] mm/inch option You can select “millimeter” or “inch” for measuring unit displayed on the screen. Press the right or left arrow button select [mm] or [inch]. Press the ENTER button to register the new setting or press the upward arrow button go to the next setting.

  • Page 68: Customizing The Settings With The Optional Rcs Unit

    Customizing the Settings with the Optional RCS Unit The machine settings and LCD screen display can be customized with the RCS unit. Press the SET key and the setting mode window will open. q SET key There are 8 pages of display including the language selection in the setting mode.
  • Page 69 v Resume mode ON/OFF When resume mode is enabled, the last stitch of the pattern sewn before turning the power off will be resumed when the power is turned on again. Press the circle key next to “ON” or “OFF” to turn on or off the resume mode.
  • Page 70 , Machine ID and name When connecting two or three units of the machine to the PC at the same time, you need to assign the Rename Eco Mode identification number and name to each machine. Press the circle key next to Rename and the Screen Saver keyboard window will open.
  • Page 71 . Formatting the memory If the internal memory or media does not function due to damage to the memory bank, you need to re-enable Format it by formatting the memory. Press the arrow key (up or down) to select the desired memory location.
  • Page 72 ⁄1 Grid size The grid size of the editing screen can be changed by ⁄1 pressing the circle key next to “+” or “–“. You can select one of 3 sizes, 10 mm, 20 mm and Grid size 10 mm 30 mm.
  • Page 73 There are 8 kinds of embroidery threads to choose ⁄5 from. Press the circle key next to the upward or downward Thread selection arrow to move the cursor (red arrow) to select the Janome Rayon 40 Gutermann SULKY desired brand. Madeira Polyester 40...
  • Page 74 ⁄7 Reminder message ON/OFF ⁄7 When you press the START/STOP button, a reminder message will appear on the LCD touch panel. Color Control However, you can turn off the reminder. Reminder to Start Press the circle key next to OFF to turn off the Reserve Color to Needle reminder.
  • Page 75 ¤0 Setting the trim tail length ¤0 Some times you need to adjust the tail length of the thread being trimmed depending on the thickness and type of the thread. Trim Tail Length Press the circle key next to “+” or “–“ to adjust the Thread Break Stitch Count trim length.
  • Page 76 ¤4 Jump thread trimming ON/OFF ¤4 If you wish to trim jump threads automatically, press the circle key next to “ON”. SET8 A check mark will appear in the box. Jump Thread Trimming Number of Jumps Press the circle key next to “OFF” to disable the jump thread trimming.

  • Page 77: Language Selection

    Hoop position adjustment ON/OFF ¤7 ¤7 (after starting embroidery) The hoop position can be adjusted before sewing SET8 each layer (section) or even in the middle of Jump Thread Trimming embroidering. Number of Jumps NOTES: Minimum jump thread length to cut The adjusted hoop position will apply to the subsequent layers (sections).

  • Page 78: File Management

    File Management Saving the Pattern as a File z Press the circle key next to the save file icon in 240x200mm 59 min the Ready to Sew mode. 1 / 13 Colors 1 / 22479 ST q Circle key (save file) 1028 1117 1031...

  • Page 79: Creating A New Folder

    Creating a new folder z If you wish to create a new folder, press the circle Save File key next to the New. Location : 0.1/3MB q Circle key (new) Rename Embf NOTE: If you wish to change the name of the existing folder or file, press the circle key next to Rename.

  • Page 80: Opening A File

    Opening a file You can open embroidery data files from the internal memory of the machine, RCS unit and memory devices such as the optional ATA PC card, USB memory and CD-ROM drive. The RCS unit is able to open embroidery data files in *.jef and *.dst format.

  • Page 81: Deleting The Folder

    Deleting the folder z To delete the unnecessary folders, press the circle Delete Open File Location : 0.1/3MB key next to the delete icon in the folder list window Rename and press the folder icon you wish to delete. ABC_1 q Circle key (delete) Embf x A confirmation dialog box will open.

  • Page 82: Section 4. Optional Items Pc Design Cards

    SECTION 4. OPTIONAL ITEMS PC Design Cards You can open embroidery patterns from the PC Design cards using the RCS unit. Inserting the PC Design card Insert the PC Design card into the card slot on the RCS unit with the front side of the card facing toward you.

  • Page 83: Usb Memory

    USB Memory The RCS unit is compatible with the USB memory, which can be used to save and transfer the files between the machine and your PC. The USB memory is available at camera shops, PC supplies stores etc. in various forms. Insert the USB memory into the USB port on the RCS unit.

  • Page 84: Cd-Rom Drive

    CD-ROM Drive NOTE: Do not use any other CD-ROM drive than the exclusive CD-ROM drive, which is available from authorized dealers. Insert the mini USB connector into the USB port on the back of the CD-ROM drive. q Mini USB port on the CD-ROM drive Insert the USB connector into the USB port on the RCS unit.

  • Page 85: Section 5. Care And Maintenance Cleaning The Hook

    SECTION 5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before cleaning the hook area. Open the hook cover and remove the bobbin case. Clean the inside of the hook with the lint brush. q Hook cover w Lint brush Cleaning the Bobbin Case Remove the bobbin from the bobbin case.

  • Page 86: Cleaning The Auto Thread Cutter Mechanism

    Cleaning the Auto Thread Cutter Mechanism CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before cleaning the auto thread cutter mechanism. z Loosen the 2 setscrews on the needle plate with the offset screwdriver. Unscrew and remove the 2 setscrews with the screwdriver q Setscrews w Needle plate...

  • Page 87: Oiling

    Clean the inside of the hook with the lint brush. e Hook race NOTE: Use only good quality sewing machine oil. Do not apply too much oil, otherwise threads and fabric may be stained with excess oil. Wipe off any excess oil with a waste cloth.
  • Page 88 Slit y Y-carriage bushing NOTE: Use only good quality sewing machine oil. Apply oil only to the points indicated. Do not apply too much oil, otherwise threads and fabric may be stained with excess oil.

  • Page 89: Error Messages

    Error Messages Error Message Error Description Remedy Communication error with the Turn the power switch off and turn it on again. E : 00 RCS unit Initializing error Turn the power switch off and turn it on again. Needle bar switching error Turn the power switch off and turn it on again.

  • Page 90: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause See page 13. The machine does not run. 1. The machine is not plugged in correctly. 2. The threads are jammed in the hook or Remove jamming threads. around the take-up lever. Follow the message to turn 3.
  • Page 91 Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause See pages 30. 1. The needle thread tension is too tight. The fabric puckers. 2. The fabric is not stretched tight enough in the See page 22. hoop. See page 15. 3. A stabilizer is not used. The LCD screen is not clear.
  • Page 92 770-841-043 (E) Printed in Japan...

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