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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Janome Memory Craft 8200QC Instruction Book www.janomeflyer.com MC8200 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
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Janome 8200 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.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Standard Accessories Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) Rolled hem foot D Zipper foot E Satin stitch foot F Open-toe satin stitch foot F2 Blind hemming foot G Overcast foot M 1/4˝ seam foot O...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Accessories Storage The accessories can be conveniently stored in the foot storage compartment under the top cover and in the extension table. Under top cover: q Zigzag foot A w Overcast foot M e Zipper foot E...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply z First make sure the power switch q is off. x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord into the machine socket e.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Machine Operating Buttons q Start/stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches, it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the right.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Function Keys q LCD screen !5 Memory key (refer to pages 70) The LCD screen shows the following information when the machine is turned on: Press this key to register programmed pattern combinations. w Stitch pattern...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. q Presser foot lifter You can raise the presser foot higher than the normal up position. This allows for changing the needle plate, and also helps you to place thick layers of fabrics under the foot.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Adjusting the Foot Pressure The foot pressure can be adjusted with the foot pressure dial located under the top cover. The dial has 7 setting positions from 1 to 7. For ordinary sewing, set 5 at the setting mark.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Balancing Thread Tension Auto-thread tension For general sewing, set the thread tension dial at AUTO, which covers a wide range of sewing conditions. q Thread tension dial NOTE: Manual thread tension adjustment may be required when the stitch width is set more than “7.0”...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Lockout Key Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the machine, replacing the accessories etc. To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons and keys are deactivated. To unlock the machine, press this key again.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch off before replacing the presser foot. Removing the foot holder Raise the presser foot and loosen the setscrew.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual c Attach the dual feed foot holder to the presser bar. Tighten the setscrew lightly with your finger. t Dual feed link y Dual feed foot holder u Upper feed drive i Dual feed foot v Push the dual feed link to engage it with upper feed drive.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Replacing the Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing fine fabrics or sewing with the dual feed foot. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch off before replacing the needle plate.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Changing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch off before changing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button and lower the presser foot.
Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder. e Bobbin NOTE: Use the Janome plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked with “J” r). Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or damage to the bobbin holder.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Winding the Bobbin z Pull the thread from the spool. Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread into the guide slot. q Guide slot x Draw the thread to the left and forward around the thread guide.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Inserting the Bobbin z Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch off before threading the machine.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot lifter to raise the presser foot. Turn the power switch on. Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up lever to the highest position. Press the lockout key or turn the power switch off.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Built-in Needle Threader NOTES: • The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle. Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended. • The needle threader cannot be used with the twin needle.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Drawing up the Bobbin Thread z Raise the presser foot lifter. Hold the needle thread with your finger. q Needle thread x Press the needle up/down button twice to draw up the bobbin thread.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Selecting the Patterns Mode 1 You can select the following stitch patterns directly by pressing the pattern keys. q Pattern keys (Number keys) Example: To select stitch pattern 4 in mode 1 When the power switch is turned on, the direct stitch pattern selection (mode 1) is set automatically.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Customizing Machine Settings You can customize the machine settings to your preference. Press the set key q and LCD screen will show the setting mode. Press the mode key w to select the desired setting.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Needle stop position setting The machine always stops with the needle in the down position except when sewing buttonholes, specialty stitches, monograms, etc. However you can select the needle stop position to up or down.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Key position calibration If the function keys seem out of alignment, calibrate the key position as follows. z Enter the setting mode. Press the mode key 4 times to enter the key position calibration.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual TRADITIONAL SEWING Straight Stitch Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 1, 1S MODE 2: 01 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or Dual feed foot AD r Foot pressure: Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric edge next to a seam guide on the needle plate.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Cutting threads To cut the threads after finishing sewing, press the thread cutter button. The needle bar will automatically go up after trimming the threads. q Thread cutter button NOTES: The thread cutter button does not function when the presser foot is up.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Adjusting the needle drop position The needle drop position of the straight stitches can be altered by pressing the stitch width adjusting key. The needle drop position can be adjusted for following straight stitch patterns:...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Needle Plate for Straight Stitch The stitch patterns 1, 2, 3, 4 (mode 1) can be sewn with the needle plate for straight stitch. Mode 1: Replace the needle plate with the needle plate for straight stitch (refer to page 16).
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Straight Stitch with Left Needle Position Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 4, 4S MODE 2: 04 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or Dual feed foot AD r Foot pressure: Use this stitch to seam the edge of fabrics.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Zipper Sewing Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 1 MODE 2: 01 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Zipper foot E Zigzag foot A r Foot pressure: NOTE: The needle drop position should be adjusted when sewing with the zipper foot E.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Sewing z Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) margin. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual v Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the right side facing up. Attach the Zigzag foot A. Adjust the stitch length to 5.0, stitch width to 4.5 (default value) and thread tension dial to 1.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Rolled Hem Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 1 MODE 2: 01 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Rolled hem foot D r Foot pressure: Sewing z Fold the edge of the fabric twice, 6 cm (2 - 3/8˝) in length and 0.3 cm (1/8˝) in width.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Gathering Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 1 MODE 2: 01 w Thread tension: e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A r Foot pressure: Loosen the thread tension to “1” and increase the stitch 0.6 cm length to 5.0.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Zigzag Stitch Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 6, 7 MODE 2: 08, 09 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A r Foot pressure: Zigzag stitch is used for various sewing needs including overcasting.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot stitch) Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 10 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A r Foot pressure: This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Knit Stitch Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 12 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Overcast foot M r Foot pressure: This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Blind Hemming Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 14, 15 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Blind hemming foot G r Foot pressure: Select pattern 14 for woven fabrics or pattern 15 for elastic fabrics.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Changing the needle drop position Press the stitch width adjusting key. The LCD screen shows the distance between the left needle position and the guide in millimeters r. Press the “ ” sign to move the needle to the right.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Shell Tuck Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 16 w Thread tension: 6−8 e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Foot pressure: Use a light weight fabric (tricot, for example). Fold the fabric as shown and stitch on the fold.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Square Buttonhole Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 19 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R r Foot pressure: The size of a buttonhole is automatically set by placing a button in the rear of automatic buttonhole foot R.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual v Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and place it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at the starting point by turning the hand wheel. u Starting point NOTE: Make sure there is no gap between the slider and front stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of position or there will be a sewing gap.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual n The buttonhole is sewn automatically in the sequence shown. When the buttonhole is finished, the machine will stop automatically with the needle in the up position. Press the thread cutter button and remove the fabric.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Manual settings The buttonhole width can be adjusted by pressing the stitch width adjusting key. Press the “ ” sign on the stitch width adjusting key to increase the buttonhole width. Press the “...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Using the Stabilizer Plate The stabilizer plate holds and supports the fabric so it is helpful when sewing buttonholes over the hem of thick fabrics. z Insert the tab of the stabilizer plate q into the slot w of the buttonhole foot.
Round End and Fine Fabric Buttonholes Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 20, 21 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R r Foot pressure: The sewing procedure is the same as the square buttonhole (refer to pages 45-47).
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Corded Buttonhole Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 23 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R r Foot pressure: With the automatic buttonhole foot R raised, hook the filler cord on the spur at the front of the buttonhole foot.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Welted Buttonhole Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 25 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R r Foot pressure: A welted buttonhole is made by stitching a strip or patch of fabric to the buttonhole.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual m Fold over the length of the garment fabric, sew back and forth beside the original seam to secure flaps of the patch. r Wrong side of garment fabric t Sew back and forth , Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth three times over the triangular end.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Button Sewing Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 26 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Button sewing foot T r Foot pressure: t Feed dog: Lowered Attaching the button sewing foot T Insert the rear pin on the foot into the rear groove of the foot holder.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Darning Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 27 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R r Foot pressure: z x c z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual To adjust the evenness of darning stitches You can correct unevenness of darning stitches by pressing the “ ” or “ ” key of the stitch length adjusting key. If the left corner is lower than the right side, press the “...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Tacking Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 28 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Foot pressure: Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotch seams and belt carriers where extra strength is needed.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Eyelet Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 2: 29 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Foot pressure: The eyelet is used for belt holes etc. Sewing Sew until the machine stops automatically.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Applique Machine settings – q Pattern: MODE 3: 05-12 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F or Open-toe satin stitch foot F2 r Foot pressure: Place an applique on the fabric and baste it in place or use a fusible web to secure the applique in place.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Fringing Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 3: 05 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Foot pressure: Fringing adds a special touch on table linens and shawls. Choose a firm, woven fabric like linen where threads can be removed easily.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual x Sew down the left side, guiding the fabric so the right hand stitches fall in open space. After finishing the left side, press the mirror image key. Sew down the other side (refer to page 73 for mirror image sewing).
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Patchwork Piecing Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 8 MODE 3: 01, 02, 03 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: 1/4˝ seam foot O or Zigzag foot A or Dual feed foot AD r Foot pressure: •...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Quilting Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 1: 1, 1S MODE 2: 01 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Zigzag foot A or Dual feed foot AD r Foot pressure: t Quilter Attaching the quilting guide bar The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel, evenly spaced rows of stitching.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Stippling Machine settings q Pattern: MODE 3: 31 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F or Open-toe satin stitch foot F2 r Foot pressure: * Stitch patterns (mode 3) can also be used.
Changing the foot Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual This foot is comes with the closed-toe foot attached, however, it is convertible to the open-toe foot and clear view foot. To change the foot, raise the foot and turn the round nut to bring the foot to the lowest position.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Satin Stitches Machine settings − q Pattern: MODE 3: 51 – 59 w Thread tension: AUTO e Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F r Foot pressure: Patterns 51–59 can be elongated up to 5 times their original length while the stitch density remains the same.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Twin Needle Sewing Mode 1 The utility stitches and decorative stitches shown on the left can be sewn with a twin needle. Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with the standard accessories.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual NOTES: • When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew on the garment. • Use the zigzag foot A or satin stitch foot F for twin needle sewing.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual PROGRAMMING A PATTERN COMBINATION Pattern Combination Example: Programming patterns 56 and 57 (mode 3). NOTES: • Patterns in the different groups, letters and numbers can also be programmed. • Check tension balance by test sewing.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Programming Auto-lock Stitch Example: Programming patterns 53 (mode 3) and auto- lock stitch. The machine will sew the pattern, auto-lock stitch, and stop automatically. z Select pattern 53 (mode 3). x Press the memory key.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Programming Automatic Thread Cutting To cut the threads automatically after sewing the pattern combination, press and hold the thread cutter button after programming the pattern combination. The cutter sign will be indicated on the LCD screen and blinks.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Pattern Combination with a Mirror Image Example: Pattern 56 (mode 3) and its mirror image z Select pattern 56 (mode 3). x Press the memory key. c Select pattern 56 (mode 3). Press the mirror image key.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Resuming a Pattern from the Beginning If you have to stop sewing in the middle of a pattern and wish to sew it over again, press the startover key to sew the pattern from the beginning.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Bridge Stitches Stitch patterns number 46 to 50 (mode 3) are bridge stitches, which are used to insert straight stitches after a stitch pattern. Example: Combination of pattern 13 and pattern 48 in mode 3 z Select pattern 13 (mode 3).
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Use the stitch pattern 92 (blank space) in mode 3 if you wish to insert a space between stitch patterns. w Blank space www.janomeflyer.com MC8200 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Monogramming Selecting a character In mode 4, 5 and 6, you can program text by entering the number and alphabets. Mode 4: Alphabets/number/symbol Mode 5: European accented letters Mode 6: 9 mm monogram (capital letter/number only) Programming a monogram Example: To program “R&B”...
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Spacing To enter the space in monogramming, select the stitch pattern 97, 98 or 99 in mode 4, 5 or 6. q Pattern 97: Small-size space (2.5 mm) w Pattern 98: Medium-size space (3.5 mm) e Pattern 99: Large-size space (5.0 mm)
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Editing a Pattern Combination Viewing a long combination The LCD screen only shows one pattern at a time. If the entire combination is not displayed, press the cursor key to view the rest of the combination.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Deleting and Inserting a Pattern Example: Deleting pattern “B” and inserting “W” from “ABC”. z Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under pattern “B”. x Press the clear key. Pattern “B” will be deleted.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Uniform Stitch Adjustment The stitch width and length of the programmed patterns can be uniformly adjusted. Example 1: Adjusting the stitch width of the programmed pattern 63 (mode 3) and its mirror image Shift the cursor to the right of the last programmed pattern.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Individual Stitch Adjustment The stitch width and length can be individually adjusted for each pattern in a programmed combination. Example: Changing the stitch width of the one pattern in the combination z Select pattern 53 (mode 3).
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stitch patterns may vary depending upon sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc. Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. Cleaning the Hook Area Clean the hook area at least once a month. Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide Clean the inside of the thread guide plate under the top cover at least once a month. z Remove the needle thread and remove the thread guide plate by pulling it up.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Problems and Warning Signals If a buzzer sounds and the LCD screen shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below. Warning Sign Cause Try this The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control Disconnect the foot control.
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Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Warning Sign Try this Cause The selected stitch patter cannot be flipped. Select the other stitch pattern for a mirror image. (E1-E7) The machine does not work properly due to a Contact the service center or the problem in the control circuit.
Janome 8200 Sewing Machine Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Cause Condition Reference 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. The needle thread Page 21 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. breaks Page 12 3. The needle is bent or blunt.
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