Janome DM7200 Handbook & Instructions page 36

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Using the stabilizer plate
The stabilizer plate holds and supports fabrics so it is
helpful when sewing buttonholes over the hem of thick
fabrics.
z Attach the stabilizer holder to the buttonhole foot by
inserting the foot into the channels of the holder.
q Stabilizer plate holder
w Buttonhole foot
e Channel
x Insert the tab of the stabilizer plate into the slot of the
plate holder.
r Tab
t Slot
c Pull the button holder to the back, and place the
button in it. Push it together tightly on the button.
Attach the buttonhole foot with the stabilizer plate to
the machine.
Pass the needle thread through the hole of the foot
and draw it to the left between the foot and stabilizer
plate.
y Needle thread
u Hole of the foot
v Insert the fabric between the foot and stabilizer plate.
Position the fabric and lower the needle into the
starting point.
Lower the foot and pull down the buttonhole lever as
far as it will go.
Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to
the left. After several stitches, free the needle thread
and continue sewing.
i Buttonhole lever
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