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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This sewing machine is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with this machine.
The machine is not intended for use by children or mentally infirm persons without proper supervi-
sion.
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including
the followings:
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
DANGER—
1.
The sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this
sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING—
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is
used by or near children.
2. Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this instruction book.
3. Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
Return this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examina-
tion, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate this sewing machine with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings
of this sewing machine free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing ma-
chine needle.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such
as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin, and the like.
15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when making any adjustments
mentioned in this instruction book.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

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  • Page 1: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with this machine. The machine is not intended for use by children or mentally infirm persons without proper supervi- sion. This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only. When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the followings: Read all instructions before using this appliance.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING READY TO SEW Sewing Application ............50 Rolled hemming ............51 Names of Parts ................. 2 Zipper sewing .............. 52 Standard Accessories and Storage ........... 4 Lapped zipper sewing ........... 52 Extension Table ................. 6 Concealed zipper sewing ........54 Connecting the Power Supply ...........

  • Page 3: Getting Ready To Sew

    GETTING READY TO SEW 18 19 Names of Parts Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin winder stopper Bobbin thread cutter Visual touch screen Screen up/down button Knee lifter socket Feed balancing dial Extension table (accessory storage) Hook cover release button Hook cover plate Needle plate Automatic needle threader Thread cutter/holder...
  • Page 4 1 Carrying handle 2 Power switch 3 Machine socket 4 Carriage release lever 5 USB port (for direct PC link) 6 USB port (for CD-ROM drive/USB memory key) 7 Foot control jack 8 Card ejecting button 9 Card slot 10 Hand wheel 11 Buttonhole lever 12 Retractable carriage arm 13 Hard cover (accessory storage)

  • Page 5: Standard Accessories And Storage

    Standard Accessories and Storage The embroidery hoops, foot control, power supply cord, knee lifter etc. can be conveniently stored in the hard cover. 1 Embroidery hoop-ST (with template) 2 Embroidery hoop-SQ (with template) 3 Foot control 4 Power supply cord 5 Knee lifter 6 Set of red tip needles 7 Bobbin thread for embroidery...
  • Page 6 The extensiontable provides a handy compartment for storing various accessories. 1 Overcasting foot C 2 Rolled hem foot D 3 Zipper foot E 4 Satin stitch foot F 5 Blind hemming foot G 6 Cording foot H 7 Overedge foot M 8 1/4”...

  • Page 7: Extension Table

    Extension Table The extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be removed for free arm sewing. 1 Extension table To detach: Draw the table out to the left. To attach: Slide the table on the base and push the table to the right.

  • Page 8: Connecting The Power Supply

    Connecting the Power Supply First turn the power switch off and then insert the foot control plug into the jack on the machine if you wish to use foot control. Insert the machine plug of the power supply code into the machine socket.

  • Page 9: Machine Operating Buttons

    Machine Operating Buttons Auto-lock button When sewing stitch pattern U1, U2, U8 or U9, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop when the auto-lock button is pressed. When sewing all other stitches, the machine will sew to the end of the current pattern, sew locking stitches and stop automatically.

  • Page 10: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Operating Instructions: Foot controller Model 21371 is for use with sewing machine model MC 11000. NOTE: This machine is equipped with an automatic shutdown safety feature to prevent overheating whenever the machine is running overloaded.

  • Page 11: Setting The Spool Of Thread

    Setting the Spool of Thread Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread. NOTE: Use the small spool holder to hold narrow or small spools of thread.

  • Page 12: Inserting The Bobbin

    7 Press the bobbin winding button again When the bobbin is fully wound, the bobbin winder stopper returns to the original position and the machine will stop automatically. Cut the thread with the thread cutter. Inserting the Bobbin 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise.

  • Page 13: Threading The Machine

    Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button twice to raise the needle. Turn the power switch off. 1 Draw the thread from the spool. Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread under the thread guide plate.

  • Page 14: Using The Automatic Needle Threader

    Pull the loop of thread to the back. NOTES: The automatic needle threader works well on the needles nos. 11-14, sewing Threads nos. 50-90 and Janome embroidery threads. Thick threads, nos. 20 and 30, are not suitable for the automatic needle threader.

  • Page 15: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 1 Raise the presser foot lifter. 2 Hold the needle thread with your finger and press the up/down needle button twice to pick up the bobbin thread. 3 Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the bobbin thread.

  • Page 16: Changing Needles

    Changing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch off and disconnect the machine from power supply before changing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the up/down needle button and lower the presser foot. Turn the power switch off. Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counter- clockwise.

  • Page 17: Raising And Lowering The Presser Foot

    Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. 1 Presser foot lifter 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. This helps you to place the layers of thick fabrics or embroidery hoops under the foot.

  • Page 18: Removing And Attaching The Presser Foot

    Removing and Attaching the Presser Foot WARNING: Turn the power switch off before changing the presser foot. Removing the presser foot Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot lifter. Press the red button on the back of the foot holder. The presser foot will drop off.

  • Page 19: Mode Selection

    Mode Selection Utility(U) Straight Stitch When you turn on the power switch, the visual touch screen will show the opening “welcome” window, then the ordinary sewing mode will appear after a few seconds. The machine will be set for the straight stitch sewing. NOTE: After turning on the power, it takes several seconds for the pattern selection window to be displayed on the...

  • Page 20: Machine Settings

    Machine Settings Utility(U) Straight Stitch Set key When you press the set key, you can customize the machine settings. Press one of the 4 mode setting keys to select the mode to customize. 1 Common setting mode SET1 SET1 Screen Contrast In this mode, the machine settings or function for both ordinary sewing and embroidery can be customized or executed.

  • Page 21: Common Settings

    You can also create your original screen saver for the MC 11000 with the Screen Saver tool. Save the data in an ATA PC card or USB memory key, and insert it into the port of the MC 11000. Press the import key to import the screen saver from the ATA PC card or USB memory key.
  • Page 22 1 Resume Mode Resume Mode When Resume Mode is enabled, the last pattern sewn before turning the power off will be resumed Touch creen Calibration when the power is turned on again. Format To enable Resume Mode, press the on/off key to Built-in Memory check the box on.

  • Page 23: Ordinary Sewing Mode Settings

    Ordinary sewing mode settings SET1 Auto Tension 1 Auto thread tension Auto The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the Remaining Bobbin Thread “+” or “–“ key. 2 Low bobbin thread warning The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted Feed Dog with the “+”...

  • Page 24: Embroidery Mode Settings

    Embroidery mode settings SET1 Auto Tension 1 Auto thread tension Auto The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the “+” or “–“ key. Remaining Bobbin Thread 2 Low bobbin thread warning The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted with the “+”...

  • Page 25: On-Screen Help Movie

    On-screen Help Movie Winding the bobbin Winding the bobbin Sensor Buttonholes Sensor Buttonholes Embroidery settings Embroidery settings Press the help key to open the help movie menu. You can view 7 topics of essential operations of the machine. Threading the machine Threading the machine Adjusting patterns Adjusting patterns...

  • Page 26: Ordinary Sewing Mode

    ORDINARY SEWING MODE Utility(U) The stitches in the ordinary sewing mode are Straight Stitch clasified in 6 groups. Press one of the tabs to select the group. NOTE: In this manual, pattern number refers initial letter for each groups or categories. For example pattern #15 in the buttonholes and specialty stitches is refered as pattern B17.

  • Page 27: Utility Stitches

    Utility Stitches Utility(U) Straight Stitch Straight stitches Patterns U1 to U6 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key of the desired stitch. Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guideline on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start.

  • Page 28: Securing Seam

    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. Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock-a-matic stitch (pattern U3) or locking stitch (pattern U4) so the machine will lock the stitches off and stop automatically.

  • Page 29: Variety Of Straight Stitches

    Variety of straight stitches U1 Straight stitch in center needle position Use this stitch for seaming, zipper sewing, rolled hemming etc. U2 Straight stitch in left needle position Use this stitch to seam the fabrics along the edge. U3 Lock-a-matic stitch Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching.

  • Page 30: Manual Stitch Settings

    Manual stitch settings Utility(U) Straight Stitch When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window. You can alter the needle drop position of the straight stitches, stitch length and needle thread tension. Adjust Press the “+” key to move the needle drop position to the right.

  • Page 31: Zigzag Stitches

    Zigzag stitches Utility(U) Zigzag Stitch Zigzag stitches are used for various sewing needs including overcasting. These stitches can be used on most woven fabrics A dense zigzag stitch can also be used for appliqué. Manual stitch settings Adjust When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window.

  • Page 32: Variety Of Overcasting Stitches

    Variety of overcasting stitches U9 Multiple zigzag stitch (tricot stitch): Zigzag foot A 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 33: Blind Hemming

    Blind hemming Utility(U) Blind Hem Select pattern U14 for woven fabrics or pattern U15 for elastic fabrics. NOTE: The stitch width of the patterns U14 and U15 cannot be changed, but the needle drop position will move. 0.5 cm 0.5 cm How to fold the fabric Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4”) allowance as shown.

  • Page 34: Visible Hemming

    Visible hemming Utility(U) Knit Stitch Select pattern U17. Fold and press a single hem. Place the fabric with the right side up. Sew along the fold at the desired depth. Trim an excess on the wrong side.

  • Page 35: Buttonholes And Specialty Stitches

    Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches Variety of buttonholes B1 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. B2 Auto (Square) buttonhole This is also a square buttonhole similar to the sensor square buttonhole, but you can manually set the buttonhole size and you memorize the size to sew buttonholes of AUTO...

  • Page 36: Sensor (Square) Buttonhole

    Sensor (Square) buttonhole Buttonholes(B) Sensor BH Pull down BH Lever. Select pattern B1. AUTO To sew 1 Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the pin into the groove of the foot holder. Raise the presser foot. 2 Pull the button holder to the rear, and place the button in it.

  • Page 37: Automatic (Square) Buttonhole

    Automatic (square) buttonhole Buttonholes(B) Auto BH Select pattern B2. Pull the button holder all the way out. AUTO Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Insert the fabric under the foot. Press the up/down needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread through the hole of the foot.

  • Page 38: Corded Buttonhole

    Corded buttonhole To sew the corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for the sensor buttonhole; refer to the instructions on pages 33. Select the pattern B1. With the Automatic buttonhole foot R raised, hook the filler cord on the spur on the back of the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 39: Darning

    Darning Buttonholes(B) Darning The MC 11000 automatically darns rips and holes. Sew to length required, then press " ". Large and small holes can be mended quickly and easily with this unique stitch. AUTO Select pattern B15. 1. Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out.

  • Page 40: Tacking

    Tacking Buttonholes(B) Tacking Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt Sew to length required, then press " ". carriers where extra strength is needed. AUTO Select pattern B16 and attach the satin stitch foot F. To sew Depress the foot control and sew to the required length, then press the reverse button.

  • Page 41: Fly Stitches (B17 And B18)

    Fly stitches (B17 and B18) Buttonholes(B) Tacking The fly stitch is a triangle tacking stitch for use at a zipper fly bottom and side pockets of men's pants. AUTO Attach the satin stitch foot F. To sew: Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle at the bottom of the zipper fly.

  • Page 42: Twin Needle Sewing

    Twin Needle Sewing Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can be sewn with the twin needle. CAUTIONS: Turn the power switch off before changing the needle. Use the twin needle included in the standard accessories. NOTE: When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew.

  • Page 43: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are programmable and you can make a pattern combination. Patchwork and quilting stitches (Q) There are 48 stitches in this group for patchwork, quilting and appliqué. NOTE: Patterns Q1 to Q7 are not programmable. Heirloom stitches (H) This group provides the heirloom stitches and cross stitches for craft sewing and home décor.

  • Page 44: Cording

    Cording Use the cording foot H to sew over one or three strands of cording. Knitting yans, embroidery flosses, lace threads and fine wool tarns can be used for cording. Attach the cirding foot H. Select pattern S2 for three strands cording. NOTE: Pattern U9 (triple zigzagg stitch) can also be used.

  • Page 45: Patchwork And Quilting (Q)

    Patchwork and Quilting (Q) Quilting(Q) Straight Stitch There are 48 stitch patterns for patchwork and quilting in this group. Patterns Q1 to Q7 on the first page are special stitches for quilting, grouped together to make use of the drop feed option.

  • Page 46: Programming Pattern Combinations

    Programming Pattern Combinations Function keys 1 Program key Press this key to program pattern combinations. When you press this key the cursor keys, delete key, memory check key and save file key will be displayed. 2 Cursor keys Press the cursor keys to move the cursor to the right or left.

  • Page 47: Programming The Auto Lock Stitch

    Programming the auto lock stitch Satin(S) Locking Stitch The auto lock stitch can be programmed at the end of the pattern combination. This stitch is included on each of the programmable stitch pages. Press the auto lock stitch after programming the pattern combination.

  • Page 48: Editing The Stitch Pattern Combination

    Editing the stitch pattern combination Example: To program the combination of patterns S19, Satin(S) Decorative D61 and mirror image of S19 1 Open the satin stitch page and press the program key. Select pattern S19. Decorative(D) Decorative 2 Open page 4 of the decorative stitch page.

  • Page 49: Monogramming

    Monogramming Monogram Block You can combine letters and symbols for monogramming. A B C D E F G H 1 Font key L M N O P Pressing this key opens the font selection window. You Q R S T U V W X can select one of the 3 fonts and symbol marks.

  • Page 50: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a monogram Monogram Symbol Simply enter the characters to program a monogram. Example: “ Café” in Block style Block Script 1 Press the font key and select the symbols. Select “ ”. Broadway Symbol 2 Press the font key and select Block style. Monogram Press the letter size key to select the small size Block...

  • Page 51: Sewing Application

    Sewing Application Seaming Overedge Blind Hem Rolled Hem Sewing application is a unique feature that provides you with 12 useful sewing applications. When you press the sewing application key, you will be able to choose the right stitch and its appropriate setting Zipper Gathering Basting...

  • Page 52: Rolled Hemming

    Rolled hemming This section provides two options of the rolled hem- ming, one with straight stitch and the other with zigzag stitch. Attach the rolled hem foot D. Fold the fabric edge twice to form a hem, 0.3 cm (1/8”) wide and 5 cm (2”) long then press.

  • Page 53: Zipper Sewing

    Zipper sewing This section provides 2 options of zipper sewing, one for lapped zipper and the other for concealed zipper. Lapped zipper sewing Zipper1 Straight Stitch Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing window will open. Sew left side Sew right side (A) To sew the left side of the zipper, attach zipper foot E with the pin on the right-hand side.
  • Page 54 2. Attach zipper foot E with the pin on the right hand side. Lower the foot onto the topside at the bottom of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fabric next to the fold and the zipper tape. Sew along the zipper guiding the zipper teeth along the bottom edge of the foot.

  • Page 55: Concealed Zipper Sewing

    Concealed zipper sewing NOTE: You need the optional concealed zipper foot (part number 200-333-001), available from Janome dealers. Press the concealed zipper icon and the window will Zipper2 Lock-a-Matic show the step-by-step icon keys. Press at end of seam. "...
  • Page 56 To sew 1 Press the right of teeth icon key and attach the concealed zipper foot (optional item). Raise the zipper teeth on the right and lower the foot so the left groove of the foot catches the zipper teeth. Stitch throgh the zipper tape and fabric up to the end of the opening.

  • Page 57: Button Sewing

    Button sewing Button Sewing Use the button sewing foot T and reduce the foot pressure. When attaching a button to a thick fabric, you need to make a shank by using the button shank plate. The feed dog will automatically lowered when selecting the button sewing section.

  • Page 58: Easing A Sleeve Top (Edging Contraction)

    Gathering In addition to the regular gathering stitch, this section offers you a special stitch for easing sleeve tops. Easing a sleeve top (Edging contraction) Sew a pair of lines, 1/8” (3 mm) apart, along the edge of the sleeve top. Pull the needle threads to contract the sleeve top carefully, matching it with the armhole size.

  • Page 59: Patchwork

    Patchwork Patchwork piecing There are 3 stitches for seaming patchwork pieces in this section. The default stitch length is set at 1.8 mm, ideal for patchwork piecing, but you can fine tune the stitch length by pressing the “+” or “-“ key.. 1.80 Attach 1/4”...

  • Page 60: Quilting

    Quilting Clasp stitch You can secure multi-layers of fabric and batting using the clasp stitch. Attach the satin stitch foot F. The machine will automatically stop after sewing one cycle of the stitch. Free quilting Attach the darning foot P-2 (refer to page 17). To Sew Lower the foot, then guide the fabric with your hands to stitch along the pattern marked on the fabric.

  • Page 61: Quick Menu (Quick Reference)

    Quick Menu (Quick Reference) Quick Reference Quilting(Q) Utility(U) Buttonholes(B) The quick menu window shows the at-a-glance lists of stitches by category, from which you can select the desired stitch quickly and easily. Press one of the 9 lists and the stitch selection window of the selected category will open.

  • Page 62: Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns

    Correcting Deformed Stitch 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. Always make test sewing on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use.

  • Page 63: Embroidery Mode Embroidery Hoops

    EMBROIDERY MODE Embroidery Hoops Embroidery hoop ST: This is the standard size hoop, with a 12.6 cm (5”) by 11 cm (4-3/8”) embroidery area for sewing the built-in embroidery designs etc. 1 Outer hoop 2 Inner hoop 3 Attaching knob 4 Hoop tightening screw 5 Template Template for embroidery hoop ST...

  • Page 64: Stabilizes

    Stabilizes To obtain the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. Usage: The stabilizer should be attached to the wrong side of fabric. More than one layer may be required. For firm fabrics, you may place a thin paper under the fabric.

  • Page 65: Setting The Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop

    Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop Mark the Centerlines on the right side of the fabric with tailor's chalk. 1 Fabric 2 Centerlines Loosen the hoop tightening screw on the outer hoop. Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric, matching the centerlines.

  • Page 66: Setting The Embroidery Carriage Arm

    Setting the Embroidery Carriage Arm Turn the power switch on and raise the presser foot. Press down and hold the carriage release lever and swing out the carriage arm until it is fully extended. Release the carriage release lever. Press the embroidery mode key. The visual touch screen will show a warning message.

  • Page 67: Attaching The Embroidery Hoop To The Machine

    Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine Turn the attaching knob so it is parallel with the carriage arm, and set the hoop on the carriage. Attach the hoop by fitting the pins into the carriage holes. 1 Attaching Knob 2 Carriage Holes 3 Pins Turn the attaching knob clockwise to secure the hoop...

  • Page 68: Detaching The Hoop Form The Carriage

    Detaching the Hoop form the Carriage 18 min 6 Colors 7,052 ST 70x78mm Press the carriage return key Remove the hoop from the carriage. Emerald Green 250 Press the Mode selection key. The visual touch screen will show the warning message.

  • Page 69: Mode Selection

    Mode Selection Press the embroidery mode key to enter the embroidery mode. The following 5 categories are available in the embroidery mode. Press the next page key to view the next page. Press the previous page key to view the previous page.

  • Page 70: Built-In Designs

    Built-in Designs 18 min 6 Colors Press the Built-in Design Tab. 7,052 ST 70x78mm Press the pattern selection key to select the desired pattern. The embroidery screen will appear. Emerald Green 250 Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the needle drop position comes right above the center of the reference lines on the fabric.
  • Page 71 Trace key Completed Auto ST:126x110mm You can check the size of the sewing area by tracing the 13 min 6 Colors 7,052 ST 70x78mm design outline without stitching or with basting stitches. When you press the tracing key, the tracing option window will open.

  • Page 72: Starting To Sew Embroidery

    Starting to Sew Embroidery Completed ST:126x110mm Auto 13 min 6 Colors Press the Pattern Selection key to select the desired 7,052 ST 70x78mm pattern. Emerald Green 250 Stitch Counter 00001 Jog/ST Lower the presser foot. Press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches. Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine.

  • Page 73: Monogramming

    Monogramming Gothic(1/3) ST:126x110mm Press the monogram key to open the monogram window. In the monogram window, you can program words by pressing the alphabet keys directly. After you press an alphabet key, the letter is memorized and the cursor is moved to the right. 1 Cursor NOTE: Use the standard hoop ST for monogramming.
  • Page 74 Cursor key Gothic(1/3) ST:126x110mm Press these keys to move the cursor to the left or right. Delete key Press this key to delete the character above the cursor. Page keys Press these keys to view the next page or previous page.

  • Page 75: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a monogram Gothic(1/3) ST:126x110mm Example: Programming “R&B” in Gothic style font. 1. Press the letter size key and select large size. 2. Enter “R”, the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is Gothic(1/3) ST:126x110mm automatically memorized. 3. Press the letter size key and select medium size.

  • Page 76: Placement Of Monogramming

    Placement of monogramming Ready to Sew Auto ST:126x110mm You can select one of the 3 placements of 4 min 1 Color monogram: left justify, center justify and right justify. 1,482 ST 66x29mm Color Change Black 002 1 Left Justify Press the key to start sewing from the left end reference line on the template.

  • Page 77: 2- Letter Monogram

    2- Letter monogram 2 Letters ST:126x110mm Example: 2-Letter in an octagon Press the font key. Select 2-letter. Select the octagon. Enter “A”. 2 Letters ST:126x110mm Enter “B”. Press the OK key and the screen will change to the Ready to Sew Auto ST:126x110mm embroidery screen.

  • Page 78: Editing A Monogram

    Editing a monogram Gothic(1/3) ST:126x110mm Deleting a character Enter “M”, “A”, “R” and “T”. Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under “R” to delete. Press the delete key and letter “R” will be deleted. Inserting a character Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under “A”. Enter “E”.

  • Page 79: Monogramming In Arc

    Monogramming in arc Gothic(1/3) ST:126x110mm You can make a monogram in an upper or lower arc. Enter the characters and press the OK key. The embroidery screen will appear. Press the edit Edit ST:126x110mm key to enter the editing mode. Press the arc key to open the arc layout window.
  • Page 80 Edit Press the downward arrow key to make an upper arc. ST:126x110mm Each time you press the arrow key the arc will be deeper. Pressing the arrow key in the opposite direction makes the arc shallower. NOTE: The curvature will change when pressing the downward or upward arrow key is pressed, but the arc length will remain the same.

  • Page 81: Editing Mode

    SQ:200x200mm Editing Mode In the editing mode, you can edit and combine designs to create your original embroidery. Press the editing mode key to open the editing window. Selecting the hoop You need to select the appropriate hoop before editing the designs.

  • Page 82: Moving A Pattern

    Edit Selecting the pattern to edit SQ:200x200mm To select the pattern to edit, press the pattern image in the editing window. The selected pattern will be framed. Moving a pattern Edit SQ:200x200mm To move the embroidery pattern in the editing window, press and drag the pattern to a desired location with your fingertip.

  • Page 83: Deleting The Pattern

    Deleting the pattern Edit Edit SQ:200x200mm SQ:200x200mm Select the design to delete. Press the delete key to delete the selected pattern. Edit SQ:200x200mm Edit SQ:200x200mm Rotating the pattern Press the rotate key to open the rotation option window. Press the keys to rotate the selected pattern 45 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise.

  • Page 84: Zooming In The Editing Window

    Zooming in the editing window SQ:200x200mm Press the zoom-in key to get the zoom-in view of the editing window. Pressing the zoom-in key again will further enlarge the view. 1 Zoom-in key To scroll the window, press the scroll key and drag the window in the desired direction.

  • Page 85: Combining The Patterns (Creating A Square Frame)

    Combining the patterns (creating a square frame) Edit Designs SQ:200x200mm ST: 126x110mm 4/16 1 Select pattern ST41. 2 Press the editing key. Select the hoop SQ. Press the layout key to move the design down and to the right. Press the duplicate key. Edit SQ:200x200mm Edit...

  • Page 86: Using A Template Pattern To Create The Pattern Chain

    Using a template pattern to create the pattern chain Edit Designs SQ:200x200mm SQ:200x200mm 13/16 1 Select built-in pattern Template 5. Press the editing key. 2 The editing window with the selected pattern will open 3 Select pattern FA20. A design image will appear in Edit SQ:200x200mm Designs...

  • Page 87: File Management

    FILE MANAGEMENT SQ:200x200mm Saving and Opening a File Saving a file The original embroidery design created in the editing mode or programmed pattern combination in the ordinary sewing mode can be saved as a file in the built-in memory, ATA PC card (optional item), USB memory key (optional item) or the PC connected with a USB cable (in embroidery mode only).

  • Page 88: Changing The Name Of The Folder Or File

    NOTE: New Rename The folders and files in the CD-ROM, PC Design card or PC connected to the MC 11000 cannot be deleted. Are you sure you want to delete this folder? CAUTION: Do not turn the power off, eject the card or remove the USB memory key while a warning message has been displayed on the screen.

  • Page 89: Opening The File

    Opening the file To open the saved files that, press the open file key and the open file window will open. Select the folder location, either in the built-in memory, ATA PC card, USB memory key, CD-ROM drive (in embroidery mode only) or the PC connected with a USB cable (in embroidery mode only).

  • Page 90: Direct Pc-Link

    Direct PC-Link Connecting the machine and PC The MC 11000 can be connected to the PC with the USB cable included in the standard accessories. You need to install the USB driver for the MC 11000 and the PC Folder Tool on your computer.

  • Page 91: Optional Items

    OPTIONAL ITEMS PC Design Cards You can import attractive embroidery designs from the optional PC Design cards. Inserting the PC Design card Insert the PC Design card into the slot with the front side of card facing to you. Push the card until it clicks, then the eject button will pop out.

  • Page 92: Ata Pc Card

    ATA PC card The MC 11000 is compatible with the ATA PC card, which can be used to save files and transfer the data between the MC 11000 and your PC. The ATA PC card consists from an adapter and CompactFlash available from computer shops and camera shops.

  • Page 93: Usb Memory Keys

    The USB memory keys can be used to save the stitch data and transfer the embroidery designs between the MC 11000 and your PC. The USB memory key are available from camera shops, PC supplies stores etc. in various forms.

  • Page 94: Cd-Rom Drive

    Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the MC 11000. The CD-ROM drive does not need external power since it is supplied from the MC 11000 via the USB cable. Turn on the MC 11000 and press the open file key.

  • Page 95: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE This machine equipped with LED sewing light, which will not burn out and does not need to be replaced. Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog Press the up/down needle button to raise the needle, then unplug the sewing machine. Remove the needle and presser foot.

  • Page 96: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause See page 94. The machine is noisy. 1. Threads have been caught in the hook mechanism. See page 94. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 12. The needle thread breaks. 1. A needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 29.
  • Page 97 Problem Cause Reference Slipping layres 1. The presser foot pressure is not adjusted correctly. See page 17. 2. The even feed foot is not used. Use the even feed foot. The cloth is not feeding 1. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 94.

  • Page 98: Stitch/Design Chart

    STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing U: Utility Stitches Block 10 11 12 14 15 16 18 19 B: Buttonholes and Specalty Stitches 16 17 18 19 20 21 11 12 Auto Q: Patchwork and Quilting Stitches 16 17 11 12 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28...
  • Page 99 DESIGN CHART ST: for Hoop-ST SQ: for Hoop-SQ...
  • Page 100 DESIGN CHART FA: for Free-arm Hoop-FA TP: Template Pattern for Hoop-SQ MA: for Hoop-MA...
  • Page 101 Gothic Hollowblock Bauhaus Script Galant Cheltenham 3-letters / 2-letters Program border...
  • Page 102 Typist First Grade Jupiter Brush Normal Sew...

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