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  • Page 1 Instruction Book Memory Craft 1000...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only. Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. DANGER — To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ESSENTIAL PARTS U2 Lock-a-Matic stitch ..........46 U3 Locking stitch ............47 Names of Parts ..............4 U4 Straight stitch in left needle position ...... 47 Standard Accessories ............5 U5 Triple stretch stitch ..........48 Accessory Storage ............7 U6, U7 Stretch stitches ..........
  • Page 4 Satin Stitches..............91 Attaching the ribbon ..........132 Elongation ratio ............91 Embroidery Lace Designs ........... 133 Bridge Stitches .............. 92 Butterfly design ............133 French knots and Candlewick knots ......92 Placement guides for “Embroidery Lace Designs for Clasp Stitch ..............92 fabric”...
  • Page 5 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Area..........180 Cleaning the Thread Path ..........181 Oiling the Machine ............182 Problems and Warning Signals ........186 Troubleshooting ............188 Formatting USB Flash Drives ........191 STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing ............193 Monogram ..............
  • Page 6 ESSENTIAL PARTS Names of Parts (6) (7) Upper thread guide (22) Bobbin winding tension disk Cover (21) Spool holder (large) (10) Spool pin (20) (11) Hole for extra spool pin (12) (7) Bobbin winder spindle (19) Bobbin winder stopper Thread cutter button (13) (18) (10) Visual touch screen...
  • Page 7 (51) Free-arm (52) Needle plate release hole (53) Feed balancing dial (51) (53) (52) Standard Accessories Part Name Part No. Zigzag foot A (Set on the machine) 832523007 Zipper foot E 808852003 Satin stitch foot F 822804118 Automatic buttonhole foot R 753801004 (in the accessory storage) Overedge foot C...
  • Page 8 193. ** The power supply cable included may differ from the illustration. (26) (28) (27) Instructional Video https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQy563Wz2acv mJUIGFH2GAEKcU_2oYQRP (29) (30) Template Sheets (31) https://www7.janome.co.jp/global/product/ machineupdates/template-sheets-for-mc1000/ Download application for PC EmbroideryEditor https://www7.janome.co.jp/global/product/ softwareapps/embroideryeditor-for-new-download/ * This application is for PC only.
  • Page 9 Accessory Storage The accessories can be conveniently stored in the compartments of the extension table. To store the accessories in the compartment of the extension table, hook your fingers in the hollow on the left side of the extension table. Push up the cover towards you to open the accessory storage.
  • Page 10 Foot Control and Thread Cutter Switch (optional) To attach the foot control and the thread cutter switch to the base plate, tighten setscrews A, and setscrews B with washers as shown. (1) Foot control (2) Thread cutter switch (3) Base plate (4) Setscrew A (5) Setscrew B (6) Washer...
  • Page 11 Adjusting the horizontal position of the thread cutter switch 1. Loosen the setscrews B under the switch. (1) Setscrew B (2) Washer 2. Slide the switch to the left or right, and fix it at the desired position by tightening the setscrews with a screwdriver.
  • Page 12 GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply Using start/stop button 1. First make sure the power switch is OFF. 2. Insert the machine plug of the power supply cable into the machine socket. 3. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet, and turn the power switch ON.
  • Page 13 Using foot control If you wish to use the foot control, insert the pin connector into the jack on the machine. 1. First make sure the power switch is OFF. 2. Insert the machine plug of the power supply cable into the machine socket.
  • Page 14 Using optional foot control If you wish to use the optional foot control, pull out the cord from the foot control and insert the pin connector into the foot control jack on the machine. 1. First make sure the power switch is OFF. 2.
  • Page 15 Using optional thread cutter switch If you wish to use the optional thread cutter switch, insert the pin connector of the thread cutter switch into the jack on the foot control (optional), and insert the pin connector of the foot control into the foot control jack on the machine.
  • Page 16 After sewing, depress the thread cutter switch on the right side of the foot control to trim both the needle and bobbin threads. Do not depress the thread cutter switch until the start/ stop button turns blue. (1) Thread cutter switch (2) Start/stop button NOTE: •...
  • Page 17 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. To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left.
  • Page 18 (3) Auto-lock button • When the following stitch patterns are selected: Utility Quilt Bridge Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch immediately. The machine will automatically stop. When the auto-lock button is pressed while the machine is stopped, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop after the machine is started.
  • Page 19 Touch Screen Keys CAUTION: Do not press the visual touch screen with hard or sharp objects like pencils or screwdrivers. Use touch screen stylus included in the standard accessories. (1) Home key (refer to page 117) Press this key to go to the top of the category selections for the ordinary sewing mode or the embroidery mode window.
  • Page 20 (11) Function key (refer to pages 38-39) You can change sewing settings for the selected pattern to suit your personal preference. (11) (12) (12) Stitch category name and page You can see the stitch category name and pages. (13) (18) (13) Pattern selection keys Press this key to sew the desired pattern directly.
  • Page 21 Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot CAUTION: Do not turn the handwheel or press the needle up/ down button when the presser foot is in extra lifted position. This may cause damage to the presser foot. The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. 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.
  • Page 22 Adjusting Thread Tension Select the stitch pattern to show the optimized thread tension. NOTE: • You may need to manually adjust the tension balance depending on the sewing conditions, or you can fine-tune the thread tension to suit your preference. •...
  • Page 23 Correct tension (1) Right side (top side) of fabric (2) Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric without causing excessive puckering, or causing the bobbin thread to show on the right side (top side) of the fabric.
  • Page 24 Dropping the Feed Dogs The feed dogs can be lowered for sewing on buttons, free motion quilting, etc. Press the drop feed key to lower the feed dogs. The feed dogs position is displayed as the drop feed key. (1) Feed dogs (2) Drop feed key NOTE: •...
  • Page 25 Replacing the Presser Foot CAUTION: • Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before replacing the presser foot. • Use the proper foot for the selected pattern. The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Removing the presser foot 1.
  • Page 26 Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder Remove the foot holder before using embroidery foot P. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before replacing the foot holder. Removing the foot holder 1.
  • Page 27 Replacing the Embroidery foot P CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before replacing the presser foot. Use embroidery foot P for embroidery. Attach embroidery foot P to the presser bar from behind (refer to page 110).
  • Page 28 Replacing the Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate when embroidering. CAUTION: • Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle plate. • Never remove the needle plate while running the machine.
  • Page 29 Replacing the Needle CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before replacing the needle. 1. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. Lower the presser foot lifter.
  • Page 30 Heavy • For general embroidery, use a blue tip needle. Universal needle #14/90 weight • Janome bobbin thread for embroidery is recommended for bobbin. NOTE: 1 x twin needle, 1 x blue tip needle (#11/75), 2 x #11/75 needles and 1 x #14/90 needle are included in...
  • Page 31 Winding the Bobbin Removing the Bobbin Raise the presser foot lifter. Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and remove the hook cover plate. Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder. (1) Hook cover release button (2) Hook cover plate (3) Bobbin NOTE: •...
  • Page 32 Winding the bobbin NOTE: Set the speed control slider at the fastest position (refer to page 15). Bobbin winding when the extra spool pin is attached If you want to wind the bobbin with the extra spool pin while sewing, draw the thread around the bobbin winding tension disk as shown.
  • Page 33 Inserting the Bobbin CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before inserting the bobbin. 1. Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook cover plate.
  • Page 34 Threading the Machine CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before threading the machine. Raise the presser foot lifter. Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up lever to the highest position.
  • Page 35 4. While holding the thread at the spool, firmly draw the thread up and to the back of the take-up lever. Draw the thread forward to slip it into the eye of the take-up lever. (7) Eye of the take-up lever 5.
  • Page 36 Built-in Needle Threader CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch OFF before threading the machine. NOTE: • The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle. •...
  • Page 37 Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread After using auto thread cutting or threading the bobbin holder, you can start sewing without drawing up the bobbin thread. However, you need to draw up the bobbin thread when sewing gathering stitches, etc. 1. Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle.
  • Page 38 ORDINARY SEWING MODE Ordinary Stitch Patterns In the ordinary sewing mode, there are 3 categories available. (1) Utility stitches, buttonholes and specialty stitches (2) Decorative and quilting stitches (3) Monogramming Press one of the category selection keys to select the category.
  • Page 39 (2) Decorative and quilting stitches This category consists of the following 11 groups (refer to pages 80-92). 1/3 Page 1/3 Page • • Applique (A) Applique (A) • • Cross-Stitch (C) Cross-Stitch (C) • • Heirloom (H) Heirloom (H) • • Quilt (Q) Quilt (Q) 2/3 Page 2/3 Page...
  • Page 40 Utility Stitches Function keys Adjust the settings for the selected stitch pattern to your (1) (2) (3) preference. Some function keys may be grayed out and cannot be selected depending on the selected stitch pattern. (1) Twin needle key Press this key to set the stitch width for twin needle sewing (refer to pages 106-107).
  • Page 41 (9) Letter case key Press this key to select upper case or lower case for monograms (refer to page 103). (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) (10) Letter size key Press this key to select full size (L) or small size (S) (refer to page 105).
  • Page 42 Manual Stitch Settings You can alter the stitch width, needle drop position of the straight stitches and stitch length. Press the “+” or “–” key to change the setting. Press the default key to recover the original stitch setting. (1) Stitch width adjustment keys (2) Stitch length adjustment keys (3) Default key (−)
  • Page 43 Altering stitch length Press the stitch length adjustment keys to change the stitch length. (−) Press the “+” key to increase the stitch length. Press the “–” key to decrease the stitch length. NOTE: • The adjustable range for patterns U1 and U4 is 0.00 to 5.00.
  • Page 44 Straight Stitches Patterns U1 to U5 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key for the desired stitch. Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Starting to sew Place the fabric next to the seam guide line on the needle plate.
  • Page 45 Changing Sewing Direction 1. 2. 3. 1. Stop the machine and raise the presser foot lifter. 2. Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing direction as desired. 3. Lower the presser foot lifter and start sewing in a new direction.
  • Page 46 Needle Plate Guides The seam guides are marked on the needle plate and hook cover plate. The seam guides for 1/4˝, 3/8˝ and 5/8˝ are also marked on the front of the needle plate. (1) Seam guides on the front of the needle plate The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance from the center needle position in millimeters and inches.
  • Page 47 Straight Stitch Needle Plate The straight stitch needle plate has two holes where the needle enters. The straight stitch needle plate is helpful to hold and support the fabric when the needle pierces the fabric. Use the straight stitch needle plate for better results.
  • Page 48 Variety of Straight Stitches U1 Straight stitch in center needle position Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Use this stitch for seaming. U2 Lock-a-Matic stitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension:...
  • Page 49 U3 Locking stitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking stitch is needed. The machine will sew several locking stitches at the beginning and continue sewing forward.
  • Page 50 U5 Triple stretch stitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: This strong, durable stitch is recommended for areas where both elasticity and strength are needed to ensure comfort and durability. Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole seams.
  • Page 51 Zigzag Stitches U8, U9 Zigzag stitches Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: U8, U9 (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: U8: 4-6, U9: 3-4 NOTE: U8 is used for variable zigzag sewing (refer to page 63). Zigzag stitches are used for various sewing needs including overcasting.
  • Page 52 Overedge Stitches U10 Multiple zigzag stitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: 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 53 U12 Knit stitches Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) 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. Place your fabric to allow a 1.5 cm (5/8˝...
  • Page 54 U14 Double overedge stitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Overedge foot C (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: CAUTION: When using an overedge foot, make sure to set the stitch width at 5.0 - 7.0, otherwise the needle may hit the wires on the foot.
  • Page 55 U16 Hemstitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Use this stitch for decorative stitch.
  • Page 56 U17, U18 Blind hemming Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: U17, U18 (2) Presser foot: Blind hemming foot G (3) Thread tension: U17: 1-4, U18: 3-6 (4) Foot pressure: To sew: 1. Attach blind hemming foot G. Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance as shown.
  • Page 57 Adjusting the Needle Drop Position Press the stitch width adjustment keys to adjust the needle drop position. Press the “+” key to move the needle drop positions to the left. Press the “–” key to move the needle drop positions to the right.
  • Page 58 U21 Attaching elastic Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to the fabric.
  • Page 59 Zipper Sewing Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zipper foot E Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Attaching zipper foot E Fit the pin on zipper foot E to the groove on the foot holder. (1) Groove (2) Pin (A): To sew the left side of the zipper, attach the zipper...
  • Page 60 To sew: 1. Attach zipper foot E. Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam allowance under to form a 0.2 cm to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) fold. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place.
  • Page 61 4. Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the right side of the fabric facing up. Attach the Zigzag foot A. Adjust the stitch length to 5.0, stitch width to 3.5 (default value) and the thread tension dial at “1”. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.
  • Page 62 Gathering Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Zigzag foot A (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Stitch length: 4.00-5.00 1. Pull both threads 10 cm (4˝) under and behind the presser foot (refer to page 35). 2. Set the thread tension dial at “1” and increase the stitch length to “5.00”.
  • Page 63 Pintucking Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Blind hemming foot G (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: NOTE: The “A” foot is displayed on the visual touch screen when straight stitch pattern 4 (Utility) is selected. However, use blind hemming foot G when sewing pintuck.
  • Page 64 Button Sewing Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Feed dogs: Down position (refer to page 22) NOTE: The “A” foot is displayed on the visual touch screen when straight stitch pattern 8 (Utility) is selected.
  • Page 65 Variable Zigzag Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Connect the foot control (6) Turn the variable zigzag key on Pressing on the foot control can vary stitch width. The harder you press the foot control, the wider the stitch width becomes.
  • Page 66 Maximum zigzag width adjustment The maximum zigzag width can be limited to suit your sewing needs. Press the “+” or “–” key to limit the maximum zigzag width to your preference. (1) Stitch width adjustment keys Variable zigzag length adjustment The maximum zigzag length can be changed to suit your sewing needs.
  • Page 67 BUTTONHOLES AND SPECIALTY STITCHES Buttonholes and Specialty stitches Press one of the category selection keys to select the category. Each category is composed of multiple pages. To select buttonholes and specialty stitches, press the utility stitch key. Press page keys to switch the pattern selection keys. (1) Category selection keys (2) Utility stitch key (3) Page keys...
  • Page 68 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 Round end buttonhole This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics especially for blouses and children's clothes.
  • Page 69 B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Lower the buttonhole lever The size of a buttonhole is automatically set by placing a button in the rear of automatic buttonhole foot R. The button holder of the foot takes a button size of 1 cm (3/8˝) to 2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter.
  • Page 70 3. Raise the presser foot lifter. Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of foot. Press the lockout key to unlock the machine. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and place it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at the starting point by turning the handwheel.
  • Page 71 6. 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. 7. After you finish buttonhole sewing, push the buttonhole lever up as far as it will go.
  • Page 72 Altering buttonhole width You can alter the buttonhole width by pressing the adjustment keys. (1) Stitch width adjustment keys Press the “+” key to increase the buttonhole width. Press the “–’’ key to decrease the buttonhole width. Altering buttonhole stitch density Press the “+”...
  • Page 73 Other Buttonholes B2, B3 Round end and fine fabric buttonholes Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: B2, B3 (2) Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Lower the buttonhole lever The sewing procedure is the same as that of B1 sensor (square) buttonhole (refer to pages 67-70).
  • Page 74 B9, B11 Stretch and antique buttonholes Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: B9, B11 (2) Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Lower the buttonhole lever The sewing procedure is the same as B1 sensor (square) buttonhole (refer to pages 67-70).
  • Page 75 B12 Welted buttonhole (Bound buttonhole) Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Lower the buttonhole lever A welted buttonhole is made by stitching a strip or patch of fabric to the buttonhole. Welted buttonholes are particularly suitable for tailored garments, but are not recommended for sheer or delicate fabrics where the patch might show through or add bulk.
  • Page 76 7. Fold over the length of the garment fabric, sew back and forth beside the original seam to secure flaps of the patch. (4) Wrong side of garment fabric (5) Sew back and forth 8. Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth three times over the triangular end.
  • Page 77 Corded Buttonhole Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: (5) Lower the buttonhole lever The sewing procedure is the same as B1 sensor (square) buttonhole (refer to pages 67-70). 1.
  • Page 78 Specialty Stitches B13 Darning Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Automatic buttonhole foot R (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Select pattern B13. 1. Attach automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out. Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point.
  • Page 79 To adjust the evenness of darning stitches You can correct unevenness of darning stitches by pressing the stitch length adjustment keys. If the left corner is lower than the right side, press the “–” key to correct it. If the right corner is lower than the left side, press the “+” key to correct it.
  • Page 80 B14 Tacking Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotch seams and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. To sew: 1. Lower the needle at the starting point. Lower the foot and sew until the machine stops automatically.
  • Page 81 B15 Eyelet Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: The eyelet is used for belt holes, etc. To sew: 1. Draw the needle thread to the left. (1) Needle thread 2.
  • Page 82 DECORATIVE STITCHES Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are classified into 11 groups. These patterns are programmable and you can make a pattern combination. Press one of the category selection keys to select the category. Each category is composed of multiple pages. To select the decorative stitches, press the decorative and quilting stitches key.
  • Page 83 (2) Cross-Stitch (C) Cross-Stitch (C): 2 pages This group provides cross-stitches for craft sewing and home décor (refer to page 87). (3) Heirloom (H) Heirloom (H): 4 pages This group provides heirloom stitches for craft sewing and home décor (refer to pages 87-88). (4) Quilt (Q) Quilt (Q): 8 pages Stitches in this group are for patchwork and quilting (refer...
  • Page 84 (4) Quilt (Q) Quilt (Q) (continued from previous page) (5) Satin (S) Satin (S): 3 pages The stitches in this group can be elongated up to 5 times their original length while the stitch density remains the same (refer to page 91). (6) Bridge (BR) Bridge (BR): 1 page Bridge stitches are used for inserting straight stitches...
  • Page 85 (7) Decorative (D) Decorative (D): 6 pages 42 attractive patterns are available in this group. Patterns in this group are ideal for decorating (refer to page 92). (8) Botanical (BO) Botanical (BO): 3 pages There are patterns of trees, grass and flowers in this group.
  • Page 86 (10) (11) (9) Long (L) Long (L): 3 pages Patterns in this group are ideal for decorating garments and for adding border trims. (10) (10) (10) Life Style (LS) Life Style (LS): 2 pages There are patterns related to lifestyle in this group. (11) (11) (11) Kids (K)
  • Page 87 Applique Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: A1-A18 (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: NOTE: Adjust the foot pressure to 4 or lower with the presser foot pressure dial. To sew: Place an applique on the fabric and baste it in place or use a fusible web to secure the applique in place.
  • Page 88 Fringing Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) 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. 1.
  • Page 89 Cross-Stitch Select the desired pattern in Cross-Stitch category (refer to page 80). Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: C1-C13 (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: You can make cross stitch designs with these patterns in half the time it would take if embroidered by hand.
  • Page 90 Fagoting Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: H13, H25 (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Use this stitch to join two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add design interest. Fold under each fabric edge 1.5 cm (5/8˝) and press.
  • Page 91 Patchwork Piecing Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: 1/4˝ seam foot O Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: 1. Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Sew while guiding the edge of the fabric along the guide.
  • Page 92 Q54-Q58 Hand-look quilt stitches Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: Q54-Q58 (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Patterns Q54 to Q58 are special stitches for quilting which look like hand sewn stitches. Use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin.
  • Page 93 Satin Stitches Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: S1-S24 (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: For better sewing results, interfacing should be used on the wrong side of the fabric when you use stretch or elastic fabrics.
  • Page 94 Bridge Stitches Select the desired pattern in Quilt category (refer to page 80). French knots and Candlewick knots Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern: (2) Presser foot: Satin stitch foot F (3) Thread tension: (4) Foot pressure: Tighten the thread tension to “5” to “8” when sewing. Clasp Stitch Machine settings (1) Stitch pattern:...
  • Page 95 PROGRAMMING A PATTERN COMBINATION The patterns in the decorative stitch category and monograms can be programmed to make a pattern combination. You can program up to 100 patterns in each combination by pressing the program key. The images of programmed patterns are shown in the edit box.
  • Page 96 Pattern Combination Example: Patterns 3 and 11 and 19 (Botanical) 1. Press the program key. Select patterns 3, 11 and 19 (Botanical). (1) Program key 2. Start sewing. Combination of patterns 3, 11 and 19 will be sewn continuously. NOTE: If you press the auto-lock button in the middle of sewing, the machine will sew to the end of the current pattern, sew locking stitches and stop automatically.
  • Page 97 Pattern Combination with a Mirror Image (1) (2) NOTE: The vertical mirror image key will gray out when the selected pattern is not suitable for the mirror image. Vertical mirror image (pattern combination) Example: Pattern S6 1. Press the program key to program a pattern combination.
  • Page 98 Vertical mirror image (ordinary sewing) Example: Pattern LS2 1. Select pattern LS2. 2. Press the vertical mirror image key to sew a vertical mirror image of the selected pattern. Vertical mirror image key turns blue. Press the vertical mirror image key again to cancel the mirror image function.
  • Page 99 Bridge Stitches Bridge stitches are used to insert straight stitches after stitch pattern. The number beside the stitch image on the straight stitch key indicates the stitch count of a programmable unit. (1) Number Example: Insert pattern BR5 between patterns H1 1.
  • Page 100 Editing a Pattern Combination The programmed pattern (pattern combination) can be edited in the programming mode. You can insert, delete or flip the stitch pattern by selecting the stitch with the cursor. You can also adjust the stitch width and stitch length. (1) Program key (2) Cursor Deleting a Pattern...
  • Page 101 Individual stitch adjustment The stitch width and length can be individually adjusted for each pattern in a programmed combination. Example: Change the stitch width of the one pattern in the combination 1. Change the stitch width from “7.0” to “2.5” by pressing the “–”...
  • Page 102 Startover Key This is a 2-way function key to start sewing a pattern combination over from the beginning. When you stop sewing a pattern combination, the startover key is activated. Example: BO3, BO11, BO19 (pattern combination) Current pattern startover If you wish to start sewing from the beginning of the current pattern, press the startover key once and start the machine.
  • Page 103 Preview Preview To view the entire pattern combination, press the preview preview key to show the entire pattern combination at a glance. (1) Program key (pattern combination) (2) Preview Preview key If the entire pattern combination exceeds the preview preview window, press the next page key to show the rest of the entire pattern combination.
  • Page 104 MONOGRAMMING You can program letters and symbol designs for monogramming. Press one of the category selection keys to select the category. Each category is composed of multiple pages. To select the monogram, press the monogram key. Press page keys to switch the pattern selection window. (1) Category selection keys (2) Monogram key (3) Page keys...
  • Page 105 Pattern Selection Window Select the font and pattern selection window will open. Press the page keys to switch the font selection window. (3) (4) (1) Page keys The pattern selection window is composed of multiple pages. (2) Monogram key Press this key to open the font selection window. (3) Letter case key Press this key to select upper case or lower case.
  • Page 106 Programming a Monogram Simply enter the characters by pressing the corresponding keys to program a monogram. NOTE: • Use a blue tip needle for sewing a monogram. • Apply a sheet of stabilizer to fine fabrics or stretch fabrics. • Test sew to check the sewing results. Example 1: “Quilt”...
  • Page 107 Reducing the Size of Letters To reduce the height of a character to approximately 2/3 of its original size, select the character and press the letter size key. (1) Letter size key NOTE: The height of Kanji characters cannot be reduced. Spacing To enter a space in monogramming, press one of the three space keys on the lower right corner of the...
  • Page 108 Twin Needle Sewing Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can be sewn with a twin needle. Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with the standard accessories (refer to page 27). Preparation Press the twin needle key and select the desired pattern. Patterns not suitable for twin needle sewing cannot be selected (pattern selection keys are grayed out).
  • Page 109 Insert the extra spool pin into the hole for extra spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the extra spool pin (refer to page 29). (3) Extra spool pin Draw both threads from the spools and pass them through the threading points from 1.
  • Page 110 EMBROIDERY MODE Embroidery Unit 27 cm (10.7˝) NOTE: 11 cm Be sure to provide sufficient space around the (4.4˝) machine to allow the hoop to move freely. Do not place anything inside the area shown on the left. Extending the carriage arm 1. Press down the carriage arm release lever to extend the carriage arm.
  • Page 111 Retracting the carriage arm CAUTION: Be sure to retract the carriage arm when carrying or storing the machine. 1. Remove the hoop from the carriage. Press the mode switch key and the message will appear. Press the OK key to return the carriage to the home position.
  • Page 112 If “Confirm to Check Thread Tension Dial” is set to “OFF” in the manual settings, the message will not appear (refer to page 178). Replacing needles Replace a needle to Janome blue tip needle for embroidery (refer to pages 27-28). Replacing the needle plate Use the straight stitch needle plate for embroidery (refer to page 26).
  • Page 113 Selecting embroidery thread Select the thread from the “Thread Selection” before threading the machine (refer to page 176). Press the next page key to show the next page. (1) Next page key NOTE: Use Janome synthetic #90 for bobbin thread when embroidering.
  • Page 114 Stabilizers To create the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. In case the embroidery design pattern you are going to sew is dense, attach layers of stabilizers or a thick stabilizer on the back of the fabric for better sewing results.
  • Page 115 Using water soluble stabilizers (non-woven) Unlike other stabilizers, you can remove the water soluble stabilizer by soaking the designs in a bowl of warm water. Apply layers of water soluble stabilizers to fine fabrics such as tulle and organdie or brushed fabrics such as towel, velour, and corduroy for better sewing results. You can embroider on the water soluble stabilizer directly to create designs without fabric, or three-dimensional embroidery designs by soaking lace designs.
  • Page 116 (6) Template You can select one of 3 monogram placements: left justify, center justify and right justify. 1. Center Justify: Sew in the center of the hoop. 2. Left Justify: Sew from the left end reference line on the template. 3.
  • Page 117 4. Push the inner hoop and fabric into the outer hoop. Turn the outer hoop lever halfway (in the direction of the arrow) and tighten the hoop tightening screw partially with your fingers. (3) Outer hoop lever (4) Inner hoop (6) Hoop tightening screw (7) Outer hoop 5. 6. 5. Pull the four sides of the fabric to stretch it tight. Make sure that the fabric is stretched tightly in the hoop.
  • Page 118 Attaching the embroidery hoop to the machine NOTE: Always make sure to attach embroidery presser foot P for embroidery (refer to page 110). 1. Extend the carriage arm and turn the power switch ON (refer to page 108). Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle. Raise the presser foot lifter. (1) Needle up/down button (2) Presser foot lifter 2.
  • Page 119 Embroidery Mode Window (1) Mode switch key Press the mode switch key to switch to the embroidery mode. (2) Home key Press this key to show the embroidery mode window. (3) Design category key Press this key to show the design category selection keys for built-in embroidery designs (refer to page 117).
  • Page 120 4/6 Page 4/6 Page • • Embroidery Lace Designs for fabric Embroidery Lace Designs for fabric • • Applique Designs Applique Designs • • Fringe Designs Fringe Designs 5/6 Page 5/6 Page • • Flag Designs Flag Designs • • Alphabet Designs <Floral> Alphabet Designs <Floral>...
  • Page 121 Selecting Built-in Monograms Press the monogram key on the embroidery mode window to show the first page of the font selections. (1) Monogram key Press the font selection key to show the font keys in 6 pages to select other fonts. Press the page keys to browse the font category. (2) Font selection key (3) Page keys Font category...
  • Page 122 Function Keys for Monograms (1) Font selection key Press this key to open the font selection window. (2) Lettering orientation key Press this key to select the horizontal or vertical orientation. (3) Letter size key You can select the following 3 letter sizes by pressing this key.
  • Page 123 Ready to Sew Window The Ready to Sew window shows embroidery function keys and information on the selected pattern. Example: Everyday and Holiday Designs #3 Select the pattern #3 in the pattern selection window for Everyday and Holiday Designs. Ready to Sew window will open. Function keys (1) Function switch key (2) Color section key...
  • Page 124 Function Keys for Embroidery Stitch back/forward keys Press the “–” key to move the hoop back to a previous sewing point. Press the “+” key to move the hoop ahead. The hoop will move one stitch each time the key is pressed.
  • Page 125 Trace key You can check the size of the embroidery area by tracing the pattern outline without stitching or with basting stitches. Raise the needle with pressing the needle up/down button. Press the trace key and the trace window will open.
  • Page 126 Hoop back key Raise the needle with pressing the needle up/down button. Press the hoop back key and the hoop back option window will open. (1) Hoop back key NOTE: If this key is pressed while the presser foot is lowered, a message will appear.
  • Page 127 Color list key Press the color list key to show the color list of the selected design. The list shows the color of threads to be used, the sewing order of the threads, and the stitch count for the threads to be sewn. (1) Color list key (2) Thread colors/Number of stitches switch key To view the next/previous colors, press the page keys.
  • Page 128 Cross key The cross mark indicates the current sewing point. Press the function switch key to show cross key. Press the cross key again to hide the cross mark. (1) Cross mark (Current sewing point) (2) Function switch key (3) Cross key Jog keys Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the needle position comes right above the center of the reference lines on the fabric.
  • Page 129 Fine position/angle adjustment key You can make fine adjustments to the position or angle of the embroidery design without removing the embroidery hoop from the machine. Press the function switch key to show the fine position/ angle adjustment key. Press the fine position/angle adjustment key. The original embroidery design position is previewed as a black rectangle. (1) Function switch key (2) Fine position/angle adjustment key (3) Black rectangle Rotating a design You can make fine adjustments to the angle of the...
  • Page 130 Starting to Sew Embroidery 1. Select the desired pattern. A message will appear to confirm the size of the embroidery hoop. Press the OK key. (1) OK key 2. A message will appear to confirm the thread tension. Adjust the thread tension as recommended in the message. Press the X key. The Ready to Sew window will open.
  • Page 131 In-The-Hoop Designs <Rattles> You can make your own stuffed doll with the In-The-Hoop Designs. 3 parts of rattles are available in this category. (1) Stuffed doll (2) Handle for rattle (3) Rattle Prepare fabric of your desired design and material. •...
  • Page 132 5. After sewing is finished, apply glue on both sides of the embroidery design as shown. 5. 6. 7. Place fabric 2 with the right side down on the fabric 1 and stick them together with glue. (1) Fabric 1 (right side) (4) Glue NOTE: Apply the glue lightly where it will not overlap with the stitches.
  • Page 133 Example: In-The-Hoop Designs <Rattles> #5 + #6 Creating the handle with monograms Select #6 in the editing mode. Edit monograms as you like (refer to page 147) 2. Change the sewing order so that pattern 6 be sewn at the end (refer to page 152). 3. Attach a stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric 3 and set the fabric in embroidery hoop (refer to pages 114-115). Attach the embroidery hoop on the carriage (refer to page 116).
  • Page 134 Attaching the ribbon The embroidery data for the stuffed doll includes sewing for basting the ribbon for passing a ball chain. If you add the ribbon in step 4. of “Creating the doll”, follow the step below. 1. Cut a piece of ribbon approximately 0.5 cm wide and 4 cm 4 cm long and fold it in half.
  • Page 135 Embroidery Lace Designs You can attach the lace pieces in the “Embroidery Lace Designs for water soluble stabilizer” category to a background fabric with the lace designs in the “Designs for fabric” category to achieve a three-dimensional appearance. Lace designs in the “Embroidery Lace Designs for water soluble stabilizer”...
  • Page 136 4. The second section is the placement guide for placing butterfly wings. (2) Background fabric (3) Placement guide (second section) 5. Place the butterfly wings piece which was created in step 2. above so that the butterfly wings are aligned with the placement guide. Use tape to hold the design for your convenience. (1) Butterfly wing (4) Tape NOTE: Press the key in the Ready to Sew window. Press one of the keys to move the carriage to a standby position (refer to page 124).
  • Page 137 Placement guides for “Embroidery Lace Designs for fabric” Each embroidery design in the “Embroidery Lace Designs for fabric”. category contains a placement guide section for placing “Embroidery Lace Designs for water soluble stabilizer”. After the placement guide is sewn, the machine will sew over the lace piece with the next section (color) to hold the piece.
  • Page 138 Applique Designs Prepare background fabric and applique fabric. Example: Applique Designs pattern #1 1. Select the Applique Designs pattern #1. A message will appear to confirm the size of the embroidery hoop. Press the OK key to show the Ready to Sew window. (1) OK key 2. Set the applique fabric to the embroidery hoop. Attach the hoop to the machine and sew the first color section.
  • Page 139 Fringe Designs Fringe designs are special patterns for creating fringed flowers. The embroidery design easily turns into an attractive fringed flower. Example: Fringe Designs pattern #4 1. Select the Fringe Designs pattern #4. A message will appear to confirm the size of the embroidery hoop. Press the OK key. (1) OK key 2.
  • Page 140 Flag Garlands You can make your own flag garlands by embroidering patterns on the flags. Example: Flag Designs pattern #1 1. Select Flag Designs pattern #1. 2. Edit your pennant design in the editing mode. Press the OK key. (1) OK key 3. A message will appear to confirm the size of the embroidery hoop. Press the OK key to show the Ready to Sew window. (2) OK key 4.
  • Page 141 Monogramming for Embroidery Programming a monogram Example: Programming “R&B” in Gothic style font 1. Press the font selection key to show the font selection window (refer to page 119). (1) Font selection key Select Gothic font. Enter “R”, the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is automatically memorized.
  • Page 142 2-Letters monogram Example: 2-Letters in an octagon 1. Press the font selection key to open the font selection window. Press the page key and select “2-Letters”. (1) Font selection key (2) Page key (3) 2-Letters 2. Select the octagon. 3. Enter “A” and “B”. Press the OK key.
  • Page 143 Editing a monogram Deleting a character: Deleting “R” from “MART” 1. Press the cursor keys to move the cursor under “R”. The color of the selected character with the cursor turns blue. (1) Cursor keys 2. Press the delete key and the letter “R” is deleted. (2) Delete key NOTE: If the cursor is to the right of the last character, the last...
  • Page 144 Editing Mode In the editing mode, you can edit and combine patterns to create original embroidery designs. Press the editing key on the embroidery mode window to show the editing window for hoop SQ14e. (1) Editing key Selecting a hoop size You can select other hoop sizes.
  • Page 145 Editing Window Information The editing window contains the following keys. Press (4) (5) the next/previous set key to switch the editing tools. NOTE: Some keys may not be available depending on the (10) selected pattern or settings. (11) (1) Next/Previous set key (12) (2) Page keys (refer to page 143)
  • Page 146 Duplicating a pattern 1. To make a copy of the selected pattern, press the duplicate key. A green frame appears around the selected pattern. Press the duplicate key to duplicate the selected pattern. (1) Duplicate key 2. The duplicated pattern will be copied over the original pattern.
  • Page 147 Zooming in the editing window 1. Press the zoom key to open the zoom in/out window. Select the view size from normal, middle, large or largest by pressing one of the view size keys. (1) Zoom key (2) Normal view size key (3) Middle view size key (4) Large view size key (5) Largest view size key...
  • Page 148 Rotating a pattern 1. Press on the pattern to rotate. A green frame appears around the selected pattern. Press the next/previous set key to show the rotate key. Press the rotate key to rotate the selected pattern. (1) Next/Previous set key (2) Rotate key 2.
  • Page 149 Monogramming in an arc In the editing mode, you can make a monogram in an upper or lower arc. Example: RAIN/Gothic/Middle size/Upper case 1. Press the home key and press the monogram key in the embroidery mode window (refer to page 119). Enter the monogram and press the OK key. (1) Home key (2) OK key 2.
  • Page 150 Grouping patterns 1. You can group patterns together. Press the next/previous set key to show the group key. Press the group key and the grouping option window will open. (1) Next/Previous set key (2) Group key 2. Press the group all key and press the OK key to group all the patterns in the editing window.
  • Page 151 Corner layout 1. Select a pattern. 2. Move the design down and to the left. Press the next/previous set key to show the corner layout key. Press the corner layout key. (1) Next/Previous set key (2) Corner layout key 3. The pattern will automatically be copied and placed symmetrically into 4 corners.
  • Page 152 Customizing the display colors You can simulate the colors of the actual fabric and threads on the screen by customizing the colors of the design image and editing window. Colors of the design pattern 1. Press the next/previous set key to show the custom color key.
  • Page 153 Colors of the background 1. To change the background color, press the design color/background color key and select the desired color. The custom color window will open. (1) Design color/background color key 2. 3. 2. To select the hue, press one of the 14 color tiles. To change the shade of the selected color, press the “+”...
  • Page 154 Sewing order You can change the sewing order of a pattern combination. 1. Press the next/previous set key to show the sewing order key. Press the sewing order key. (1) Next/Previous set key (2) Sewing order key 2. Press on the images of the patterns one by one. The patterns will be sewn in the order you press on the images.
  • Page 155 Color grouping When combining patterns, you can reduce the number of color sections with color grouping. Set the sewing order so that the same airplane patterns are sewn (refer to page 152). If the sewing order is set to include different patterns between the same patterns, the same thread colors in the same patterns cannot be grouped together.
  • Page 156 Single color sewing If you want to sew a pattern or a pattern combination in one color only, press the single color sewing key. The machine will not stop until the entire design is sewn. 1. Press the next/previous set key to show the single color sewing key.
  • Page 157 Free-Arm Embroidery (optional) Embroidery area The free-arm embroidery hoop FA10e/FA5e is specially 200 mm or less designed for embroidering tubular garments such as sleeves, pant legs etc. Check the opening size of the tubular portion of the Opening width garment. The opening width must be 200 mm (8˝) or 200 mm or wider wider.
  • Page 158 5. Press the OK key and the Ready to Sew window will open. (11) OK key (11) 6. Set the garment in the FA10e hoop as shown. Position the garment so that the centerlines match those on the template in the hoop. (1) Centerlines (12) (12) Template...
  • Page 159 SAVING AND OPENING A FILE Saving a File You can save programmed pattern combinations in ordinary sewing mode or original embroidery designs created in embroidery mode as files in the internal memory or USB flash drive. CAUTION: Do not turn OFF the power or disconnect the USB flash drive while saving or opening files, otherwise it may damage the memory bank. NOTE: •...
  • Page 160 4. The ORD folder is shown and the file name is assigned automatically starting from C_001... in order. Press the OK key and the file is saved in the selected folder. (6) File name (7) OK key (7) (10) If data has already been saved under the name C_001, the number will automatically be incremented and C_002 will be displayed. To save the file name with a new name key, refer to page 161.
  • Page 161 Creating a new folder (Ordinary sewing) You can create your own folders to save data instead of using the folders provided by the sewing machine. 1. Press the new folder key in the save file window in step 3. on page 157 and the new name window will open. (1) New folder key 2.
  • Page 162 Deleting a file or folder Press the delete key and select the file or folder to delete. 1. On the save file (ORD) window, press the delete key to turn it blue. The delete key is activated. (1) Delete key Select the folder or file to delete. 2. A confirmation message will appear. Press the OK key to delete the file or folder. (2) OK key Rename key and new name key You can change a name of a file or folder already created. Changing folder name with rename key 1.
  • Page 163 Changing file name with new name key 1. To change the machine’ s default file name “C_001” on the save file (ORD) window, press the new name key to show the new name window (refer to page 158 step 4.). (1) New name key 2. Enter a name of 10 characters or less. Press the OK key (refer to page 159). (2) OK key 3.
  • Page 164 Opening a File You can open saved files in the machine’s internal memory or USB flash drive. CAUTION: Do not turn OFF the power or disconnect the USB flash drive while saving or opening files, otherwise it may damage the memory bank. NOTE: • This model supports FAT16 and FAT32 formats only. If the USB flash drive is not read, check its format (refer to pages 191-192). • Do not use a USB card reader and USB hub. Ordinary sewing Opening a file in the internal memory of the machine 1.
  • Page 165 4. Select the desired file and the saved data will be displayed on the pattern selection window. If the saved files exceed the limits to be displayed on one window, press the page keys to view other pages. (4) Page keys Opening a file on a USB flash drive 1. To open a file on a USB flash drive, insert a USB flash drive to USB port. (1) USB port (2) USB flash drive 2. Make sure to press the internal memory/USB flash drive switch key to select the USB flash drive (refer to page 162).
  • Page 166 Embroidery Opening a file in the internal memory of the machine 1. Press the open file key in the embroidery mode to open the open file window. (1) Open file key 2. 3. 2. Make sure to press the internal memory/USB flash drive switch key to select the USB flash drive. (2) Internal memory/USB flash drive switch key 3. Select the desired folder in the open file window. Press the page keys to display the next page and check the files stored in the EMB folder. (3) EMB folder (4) Page keys To create a new folder, delete a file or folder, and change a file or folder name, refer to pages 159-160.
  • Page 167 Press the icon/list key to switch the display of the list with or without pattern preview (8 files can be displayed per page). (6) Icon/list key File format File format icons are as follows: File format Description icon *.JEF (non-editable Janome embroidery format) *.JEF+ (editable Janome embroidery format) *.JPX (*.JEF+ with a background bitmap image) JCPR JCPR *.JPX (Acufil embroidery format)
  • Page 168 CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS Machine Settings Mode Press the set mode key to enter the machine settings mode. You can select various options and customize the machine settings to suit your personal preference. Press one of the 4 keys to select the mode to customize. (1) Set mode key (2) Machine settings mode key Press this key to enter the machine settings.
  • Page 169 (3) inch/mm inch/mm You can set your machine’s dimensional unit to either inches or millimeters by pressing the “inch” or “mm” key. The default unit is millimeters. (4) Sewing Light Sewing Light The sewing lights can be turned on or off. Press the next page key to show the next menu.
  • Page 170 (7) Standby Timer Standby Timer The sewing lights will be turned off and the machine will enter standby mode if you do not use the machine within the time period set by this timer. Doing any operation will turn the lights and screen on again. The standby timer can be set from 1 to 30 minutes.
  • Page 171 (11) Reset All to Defaults Press the Yes key to reset all the parameters except the language setting to the original values (factory settings). (11) After customizing the settings, press the OK key to enable the new settings.
  • Page 172 Ordinary Sewing Ordinary Sewing Settings Press the ordinary sewing settings mode key to enter the sewing settings mode. (1) Thread Cut after Auto-Lock Thread Cut after Auto-Lock The machine automatically trims the threads after sewing locking stitches when this option is turned on. (2) Needle Stop Position Needle Stop Position The machine always stops with the needle in the down...
  • Page 173 (5) Adjustable Start-Up Speed Adjustable Start-Up Speed The machine will start running slowly and the sewing speed will gradually increase to maximum. You can select the desired start-up speed from 1 to 5 by pressing the corresponding key, and set the speed for the start/ stop button or foot control individually.
  • Page 174 (8) Feed Dogs Feed Dogs The feed dog can be lowered for sewing on buttons, etc. Raise the presser foot lifter and press the drop feed key. NOTE: Retract the carriage arm when raising or lowering the feed dogs. (9) Resume Mode Resume Mode Turn this option on when you wish to resume the last pattern sewn before turning the power switch OFF.
  • Page 175 Embroidery Embroidery Settings Press the embroidery settings mode key to enter the embroidery settings mode. (1) One Stitch Stop One Stitch Stop When this option is turned on, the machine sews one stitch and stops automatically with the “One Stitch Stop” message displayed on the screen, so that you can bring the bobbin thread up before sewing.
  • Page 176 (5) Consecutive Color Grouping Consecutive Color Grouping If an imported stitch data file or design files of a pattern combination contain consecutive sections in the same color, these sections are automatically grouped together as one section when opening the file or saving the pattern combination as a file or going to the Ready to Sew window. This option is invalid when combining the built-in designs and externally sourced designs. Turn this option off if you do not wish to group the sections together.
  • Page 177 (7) Thread Cutting Thread Cutting When this option is turned on, the following thread cutting options (8), (9) and (10) will be enabled. The machine trims the thread and stops automatically. (8) Jump Thread Cutting Length Jump Thread Cutting Length When this option is turned on, the machine trims the jump threads if the jump thread length is the same or more than the set value.
  • Page 178 (11) (11) Thread Selection Thread Selection There are 10 types of embroidery thread to choose from. Press the key of the thread you wish to use. The color code and the selected brand are shown on the Ready to Sew window. The color code and the selected brand are also shown by pressing the color list key.
  • Page 179 (14) (14) Grid Line Grid Line Turn this option on to show grid in the editing window. (15) (15) Grid Size Grid Size The grid size can be altered from 10 mm to 30 mm with the “+” or “−” key when the grid line option is on. Turn the grid line option off to hide the grid. (14) Press the next page key to show the next menu.
  • Page 180 (18) (18) Confirm to Check Thread Tension Dial Confirm to Check Thread Tension Dial Turn this option on to show the message to confirm the thread tension every time the thread tension is changed. (19) (19) Resume Mode Resume Mode NOTE: You cannot turn off the resume mode setting if the (18) “Auto-off (Time Setting)” is not set to “OFF” (refer to page 168).
  • Page 181 Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns 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 an extra piece of the fabric that you wish to use.
  • Page 182 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Area WARNING: • Turn the power switch OFF and unplug the machine before cleaning. • Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than as explained in this section. CAUTION: • Do not store the machine in a high-humidity area, near a heat radiator, or in direct sunlight.
  • Page 183 Cleaning the Thread Path Clean lint and wax in the tension area with a piece of paper. 1. Press the mode switch key to select the ordinary sewing mode for cleaning the thread path. Turn the power switch OFF. (1) Mode switch key (2) Power switch 2.
  • Page 184 Oiling the Machine WARNING: • Move the carriage to the home position, turn the power switch OFF, and unplug the machine before oiling the machine. • Wait until the motor cools down before oiling. • Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than as explained in this section.
  • Page 185 Oil the X-carriage 1. Make sure the carriage is in the home position with the carriage arm extended. (1) Triangle mark on the carriage (2) Bar sign on the carriage arm NOTE: The home position is where the triangle mark on the carriage and the bar sign on the carriage arm are aligned.
  • Page 186 Oil the needle bar, presser bar and thread take-up lever 1. Open the face cover. (1) Face cover 2. Oil the arrow points as indicated in the illustration. Close the face cover. (2) Needle bar (3) Presser bar (4) Thread take-up lever...
  • Page 187 Oil the lower shaft supporter (bottom) 1. Lay the machine as shown. Remove the maintenance cover on the bottom side of the machine with a screwdriver. (1) Maintenance cover 2. Oil the arrow point (felt) as indicated in the illustration. (2) Felt (3) Shaft After oiling, attach the maintenance cover, follow the procedure 1.
  • Page 188 Problems and Warning Signals If a buzzer sounds and the visual touch screen shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below. Warning Sign Cause Try this The start/stop button is pressed with the foot Disconnect the foot control. control connected. The foot control is broken.
  • Page 189 Warning Sign Cause Try this This message appears when the carriage arm is Retract the carriage arm (refer to not retracted and the feed dogs cannot be raised page 109). or lowered. This message appears if an error occurs during Turn the power OFF and remove motor initialization when the power is turned ON, if tangled threads around the hook...
  • Page 190 Troubleshooting Condition Cause Reference The machine is 1. Thread is caught in the hook race. Page 180 noisy. 2. Lint is built up in the hook race or bobbin holder. Page 180 3. The feed dog is packed with lint. Page 180 The needle 1.
  • Page 191 Condition Cause Reference The machine does 1. The machine is not plugged in. Page 10 not run. 2. Thread is caught in the hook race. Page 180 3. The presser foot lifter is not lowered. Page 19 4. The start/stop button is used with the foot control plugged in. Page 11 The machine 1.
  • Page 192 Condition Cause Reference The message 1. A strong light such as a white light bulb or LED light Do not shine the area “Bobbin thread is not illuminates the area around the hook cover on the needle around the hook cover sufficient.” appears plate.
  • Page 193 Formatting USB Flash Drives NOTE: Formatting of USB flash drive must be carried out on a personal computer using Microsoft Windows.* For Windows 11 and 10 users, screen shot samples using Windows 11 are shown. 1. Using File Explorer, right click on the USB flash drive. Click format. (1) Explorer (2) USB flash drive (3) Format 2. Format window will be displayed. Select FAT16 or 2.
  • Page 194 5. After the start key is clicked, the confirmation message will be displayed. Click the OK key to begin formatting. (7) OK key NOTE: If there is any important data remaining on the USB flash drive, click the cancel key. After saving the data elsewhere, begin the process again from 1. (8) Cancel key 6.
  • Page 195 STITCH CHART You can download these contents via QR code. Ordinary Sewing Utility (U) Buttonhole (B) Applique (A) Cross-Stitch (C) Heirloom (H) Quilt (Q) Satin (S) Bridge (BR)
  • Page 196 STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing Decorative (D) Botanical (BO) Long (L) Life Style (LS) Kids (K) Stitches for the straight stitch needle plate Utility (U) Quilt (Q)
  • Page 197 STITCH CHART Monogram Block Script...
  • Page 198 STITCH CHART Monogram Broadway Cyrillic...
  • Page 199 STITCH CHART Monogram Block (7 mm) Marumoji (7 mm)
  • Page 200 DESIGN CHART Embroidery Pattern images are not to scale. You can download the colored version of these contents via QR code. GANAHA Collections © Y. GANAHA Floral and Garden Designs Food and Drink Designs...
  • Page 201 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Everyday and Holiday Designs Baby and Child Designs Name Tag Designs In-The-Hoop Designs <Rattles>...
  • Page 202 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Cross-S S titch D D esigns Embroidery Lace Designs for water soluble stabilizer Embroidery Lace Designs for fabric Applique Designs Fringe Designs Flag Designs...
  • Page 203 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Alphabet Designs <Floral> Alphabet Designs <Cross-Stitch> Calibration Pattern...
  • Page 204 DESIGN CHART Embroidery Monogram Gothic Bauhaus Script Galant Cheltenham Typist...
  • Page 205 DESIGN CHART Embroidery Monogram Brush Jupiter Micro Gothic First Grade Cyrillic 1 Cyrillic 2 Hollowblock Cyrillic 3...
  • Page 206 DESIGN CHART Embroidery Monogram Kaisho Kaku Gothic Border Normal Sew Marumoji 2-Letters 3-Letters...
  • Page 207 QUICK REFERENCE CHART Ordinary sewing/Common You can download the colored version of these contents via QR code. Common Keys Utility ⇋ Switch single/twin needle sewing Change pages, windows, layers ⇋ Raise/Lower feed dogs Move cursors, patterns, carriage Sew variable zigzag Adjust stitch width, needle drop position Start over from first pattern (ordinary sewing)
  • Page 208 QUICK REFERENCE CHART Ordinary sewing/Common File/Folder Move to parent folder Create new folder Change file/folder name Delete file/folder ⇋ Internal memory/USB flash drive Enter new file name Folder for ordinary sewing provided with this machine Folder for embroidery provided with this machine Upper case Lower case Hiragana Katakana ⇋ Switch keyboard layout...
  • Page 209 QUICK REFERENCE CHART Embroidery Embroidery mode window Editing Window Change pattern selections, pages Embroidery design mode Move patterns Monogram mode Switch editing tools Editing mode Change embroidery hoop Move carriage to home position Copy pattern Delete pattern Ready to Sew Window Resize pattern Change layer, move page Rotate pattern...
  • Page 210 QUICK REFERENCE CHART Embroidery Monogramming Select font ⇋ Horizontal/Vertical orientation Medium/Small/Large size ⇋ Upper/Lower case ⇋ Hiragana/Katakana Save monogram design Adjust spacing size Monogramming Ready to Sew Window Stop sewing at each letter for color ⇋ change Sew from the left end reference line Sew in the center of the hoop Sew from the right end reference line Background and Pattern Color...
  • Page 211 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: JANOME Corporation Address: 1463 Hazama-machi, Hachioji, Tokyo 193-0941, Japan This machine complies with the following regulations: EN 60335-1: 2012 ; A11 ; A13 ; A1 ; A14 ; A2 ; A15 ; A16 EN 60335-2-28: 2003 ; A1 ; A11...
  • Page 212 819-800-000 (EN)