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  • Page 1 Memory Craft 15000 InstructIon Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    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 (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Directive 1999/5/EC Hereby, Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd., declares that this MC15000 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF COTENTS GETTING READY TO SEW Cloth Guide ................40 Names of Parts ............... 1-2 Other Utility Stitches ............41-42 Standard Accessories ............. 3-4 Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches ........43-55 Thread Cutter Switch .............. 5-6 Variety of Buttonholes ..............43 Placing the thread cutter switch to the left .......5 B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole ..........
  • Page 5 TABLE OF COTENTS Hand-look quilt stitches ............91 Color grouping ..............138 Variable zigzag ..............91 Zooming in the editing window ..........139 Customizing the display colors ..........139 CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS Monogramming in an arc .............140 Machine Setting Mode ............92 Free Arm Embroidery .............141 Registering the custom settings ...........

  • Page 6: Getting Ready To Sew Names Of Parts

    GETTING READY TO SEW Names of Parts Top cover Thread take-up lever Spool pin Spool holder (large) Foot compartment Hole for additional spool pin Bobbin thread cutter A Bobbin winder stopper Foot compartment (for P foot) Bobbin thread cutter B Bobbin winder spindle Retractable light Face plate...
  • Page 7 Hand wheel Touch panel stylus holder Dual feed balancing dial USB ports Power switch Power inlet Foot control jack Cover Dual feed drive Presser foot lifter Carrying handle Embroidery unit socket Embroidery unit Carriage arm Carriage arm release lever Semi-hard fabric cover Embroidery unit case Accessory case Extra wide table...

  • Page 8: Standard Accessories

    Standard Accessories Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) Overedge foot M Satin stitch foot F Blind hemming foot G Zipper foot E Concealed zipper foot Z Automatic buttonhole foot R Stabilizer plate Rolled hem foot D Open toe satin stitch foot F2 Darning foot PD-H Free motion quilting closed-toe foot QC Free motion quilting open-toe foot QO...
  • Page 9 Embroidery hoop SQ14 (with template) Embroidery hoop SQ23 (with template) Embroidery hoop GR (with template) Embroidery hoop ASQ22 (with template) Embroidery hoop FA10 (with template) Magnetic clamps (for SQ23 and GR) Magnetic clamps (for ASQ22) Bobbin holder for embroidery Felt Stabilizers Bobbin thread for embroidery Foot control (with thread cutter switch)

  • Page 10: Thread Cutter Switch

    Thread Cutter Switch After sewing, depress the thread cutter switch q on the right side of the foot control to trim the both needle and bobbin threads. Do not depress the thread cutter switch until the start/stop button turns green w. q Thread cutter switch NOTE: •...

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Lateral Position

    Adjusting the lateral position z Loosen the setscrews w under the switch. x Slide the switch to left or right, and fix it at the desired position by tightening the setscrews using a Phillips head screwdriver. Adjusting the longitudinal position z Remove the setscrews w and washers q.

  • Page 12: Extension Table

    Extension Table The extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be removed for free arm sewing. To remove: Draw the table to the left. To attach: Slide the table on the base and push it to the right. Free arm sewing The free arm is used for stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs or any other tubular garments.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Power Supply

    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 power inlet e. c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t, and turn the power switch q on.

  • Page 14: Controlling Sewing Speed

    Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed in both the ordinary sewing mode and embroidery mode 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 15: Machine Operating Buttons

    Machine Operating Buttons q Start/stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. This button can be used either in the ordinary sewing mode or embroidery mode. In the ordinary sewing mode, the machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches. It then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider.

  • Page 16: Common Keys

    Common Keys CAUTION: Do not press the visual touch screen with hard or sharp objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like. Use the touch panel stylus included in the standard accessories. q Home key Press this key to enter the category selection of the ordinary sewing mode or embroidery mode.

  • Page 17: Setting The Spool Of Thread

    Setting the Spool of Thread Open the top cover. Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin. 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 18: Winding The Bobbin

    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. q Guide slot x Draw the thread to the left and forward around the thread guide w. Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around and under the guide plate e.

  • Page 19: Inserting The Bobbin

    Inserting the bobbin z Press the lockout key. Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread running off counterclockwise as shown on the hook cover plate. q Lockout key w End of thread e Bobbin holder r Hook cover plate x Hold the bobbin with your fingertip so it does not rotate.

  • Page 20: Threading The Machine

    Threading the Machine Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up lever to the highest position. Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. The presser foot will go down and the upper thread tension disks will open. q Lockout key Pass the thread in order from z to m.

  • Page 21: Automatic Needle Threader

    Automatic Needle Threader NOTE: The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle. Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended. Do not use thread size 30 or thicker. Make sure the machine is locked out. z Draw the thread through the slit q of the needle threader.

  • Page 22: Drawing Up The Bobbin Thread

    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. z Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin holder again and rethread the bobbin holder according to the instructions on page 14, but leave a 10 cm (4˝) tail of bobbin thread as shown.

  • Page 23: Replacing Needles

    • Use a purple needle for dense stitch embroidery and • The automatic needle threader cannot be used Quilting designs. for threading a thread size #30 and thicker. • Janome bobbin thread for embroidery is recommended for bobbin.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lock out the machine. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key. q Lockout key Raise the presser foot lifter. w Presser foot lifter Press the black lever on the backside of the foot holder.

  • Page 25: Replacing The Foot Holder

    Replacing the Foot Holder Replace the foot holder, if you use the dual feed feet, darning foot or embroidery foot. CAUTION: Press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the foot holder. Removing the presser foot holder Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key and raise the presser foot with the presser foot lifter.

  • Page 26: Detaching And Attaching The Dual Feed Foot

    Detaching and attaching the dual feed foot Pull the foot toward you to remove it. Insert the pins of the foot into the slits of the foot holder and gently push the foot until it snaps into place. q Pin w Slit Attaching the darning foot PD-H Attach the darning foot PD-H to the presser bar by...

  • Page 27: Replacing The Needle Plate

    Replacing the Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing with the dual feed foot and also when embroidering. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle plate. Raise the needle and press the lockout key. Press the presser foot lifter button to raise the presser foot.

  • Page 28: Raising And Lowering The Presser Foot

    Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot You can raise and lower the presser foot with the presser foot lifter button, the presser foot lifter or the knee lifter. q Presser foot lifter button w 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 or knee lifter.

  • Page 29: Retractable Sewing Light

    Retractable Sewing Light In addition to the twin LED lights, the machine is equipped with a retractable light. Place your finger in the groove and slide the arm towards you. The light will turn on automatically. Adjust the angle of the light to illuminate the working area.

  • Page 30: Mode Selection

    Mode Selection When you turn the power switch on, the visual touch screen will show the ordinary sewing mode after a few seconds. The machine is set for straight stitch sewing. NOTE: After turning on the power, it takes several seconds to display the opening window.

  • Page 31: Ordinary Sewing Mode Ordinary Stitch Patterns

    ORDINARY SEWING MODE Ordinary Stitch Patterns In the ordinary sewing mode, there are 5 categories available. Press the home key q to enter the category selection. q Home key w Utility stitches (U) e Buttonhole and specialty stitches (B) r Decorative and quilting stitches t Monogramming y Sewing applications Press one of the icon keys to select the category.
  • Page 32 r Decorative and quilting stitches This category consists of the following 10 groups. Applique stitches (A) Heirloom stitches (H) Quilting stitches (Q) Satin stitches (S) Bridge stitches (BR) Decorative stitches (D) Long stitches (L) Pictograph stitches (P) Play stitches (PL) Created stitches (CS) (BR) (PL)

  • Page 33: Function Keys In Ordinary Sewing Mode

    Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode q Drop feed key q w e r t This key is available only with the utility stitch group. Press this key to drop or raise the feed dog. w Cloth guide key Press this key for cloth guide sewing (refer to page 40). e Foot-up key If this option is turned on, the needle stops at the down position and the presser foot will automatically go up...
  • Page 34 !4 Font selection key !4 !5 You can select one of 5 fonts. Select the desired font by pressing the corresponding key. !5 Letter case key Press this key to select upper case or lower case for monograms. !6 Letter size key Press this key to select the full size (L) or small size (S).

  • Page 35: Utility Stitches

    Utility Stitches Straight stitches Patterns U1 to U5 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key for the desired stitch. Starting to sew Place the fabric next to the seam guide line on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start.

  • Page 36: Securing Seams

    Securing seams 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. q Reverse button Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock- a-matic stitch (pattern U2) or locking stitch (pattern U3) and the machine will lock the stitches off and stop automatically.

  • Page 37: Variety Of Straight Stitches

    Variety of Straight Stitches U1 Straight stitch in center needle position Use this stitch for seaming, rolled hemming etc. U2 Lock-a-matic stitch Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching. When you reach the end of the seam, press the reverse button once.

  • Page 38: Sewing With The Dual Feed Device

    Sewing with the Dual Feed Device Patterns U1 to U4 and Q1 to Q7 can be sewn with the dual feed device. The dual feed device is extremely effective when sewing hard to feed materials such as PVC coated fabric or leather.

  • Page 39: Zigzag Stitches

    U8 Basting See page 84 for sewing instructions. Zigzag Stitches U9, U10 Zigzag stitches 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 applique. U11, U12 Multiple zigzag stitches These stitches are used for mending tears.

  • Page 40: Variety Of Overcasting Stitches

    Variety of Overcasting Stitches U11, U12 Multiple zigzag 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 41: Manual Stitch Settings

    Manual Stitch Settings You can alter the stitch width (or needle drop position of the straight stitches) and stitch length. Press the “+” or “–” key beside the setting you wish to change. Press default key e to recover the original stitch setting.

  • Page 42: Adjusting Thread Tension

    Adjusting thread tension This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension control, which optimizes the tension balance for the selected stitch pattern. Balanced thread tension Straight stitch: Both needle and bobbin threads interlock between the layers. Zigzag stitch: The needle thread appears slightly on the wrong side of the fabric.

  • Page 43: Favorite Stitch Adjustment

    Favorite Stitch Adjustment You can save customized stitch settings (stitch length, stitch width, thread tension and presser foot pressure, depending on the selected stitch patterns) as Favorite Stitch Adjustment. When the favorite stitch adjustment option is turned ON (refer to page 99), the last-used customized stitch settings are automatically assigned when the stitch pattern is selected.
  • Page 44 To select the favorite stitch settings, press the open favorite key q. The selected set of favorite stitch settings is indicated in red w. Select the desired set of customized stitch settings by pressing FS1 w or FS2 e. To delete favorite stitch settings, press the delete key r. Select the desired set of favorite stitch settings by pressing FS1 w or FS2 e.

  • Page 45: Cloth Guide

    Cloth Guide CAUTION: • Always leave sufficient space to the left of the machine when using the cloth guide. • Do not use the cloth guide when the buttonhole foot R is attached. • The extension table cannot be opened when the cloth guide is in use.

  • Page 46: Other Utility Stitches

    Other Utility Stitches U18, U19 Blind hemming Refer to page 76 for sewing instructions. U20 Shell tuck Refer to page 77 for sewing instructions. U21 Visible hemming Select pattern U21. Fold and press a single hem. Place the fabric with the right side up.
  • Page 47 U23, 24 Fagotting Use these stitches to join two pieces of fabric to create an open work appearance and add stitch interest. U25 Hemstitch Use this stitch for fagoting or decorative stitch. U26, U27 Backward stitches U26 and U27 are backward stitches. Use these stitches if it is hard to guide the fabric while pressing the reverse button.

  • Page 48: 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 the machine memorizes it to sew buttonholes of the same size.
  • Page 49 B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole z Pull open the button holder of the automatic buttonhole foot R, and place the button in the button holder. Push it tightly against the button. q Button holder NOTE: Use the blue needle for sewing buttonholes on fine to medium fabrics.
  • Page 50 v Lower the buttonhole 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 sewing a few stitches, free the thread and continue sewing. t Buttonhole lever NOTE: A warning message will appear and the machine will stop automatically if you start the machine without...

  • Page 51: Manual Settings

    Manual settings When you press the setting bar, the manual setting window expands to show more options. q Setting bar w Altering buttonhole opening width Press the “+” key to make the buttonhole opening wider. Press the “–’’ key to make the buttonhole opening narrower.

  • Page 52: Using The Stabilizer Plate

    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. q Stabilizer plate w Slot x Place the button on the button holder of the foot.

  • Page 53: B2 Automatic (Square) Buttonhole

    B2 Automatic (square) buttonhole Pull the button holder all the way out. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Lower the foot and start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to the left.
  • Page 54 Step-3 Start sewing again, and the machine sews the front bartack and right side of the buttonhole. Stop the machine when you reach the ending point. Then press the reverse button q. Step-4 Start sewing again, and machine sews the back bartack and locking stitches then stops automatically with the needle in the up position.

  • Page 55: Other Buttonholes

    Other Buttonholes B3, B4 Round end and fine fabric buttonholes The sewing procedure is the same as that of B1 square (sensor) buttonhole (refer to page 44). NOTE: The opening width can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0. The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0. The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.3 to 1.0.

  • Page 56: B13 Welted Buttonhole (Bound Buttonhole)

    B13 Welted Buttonhole (Bound buttonhole) 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. z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right sides together.
  • Page 57 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.

  • Page 58: Corded Buttonhole

    Corded Buttonhole To sew a corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for B1 square (sensor) buttonhole. Select pattern B1. Place the button on the button holder on the buttonhole foot. Hook a filler cord on the spur on the front of the foot. Bring the ends of cord toward the back and under the foot.

  • Page 59: B15 Darning

    B15 Darning z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out. x Start the machine and sew to the required length, then press the reverse button. This sets the darning length. Continue sewing until the machine stops automatically. q Required length c Sew another layer of darning over the first layer, at a right angle to it.

  • Page 60: Fly Stitches (B17 To B20)

    Fly Stitches (B17 to B20) The fly stitch is a triangle tacking stitch for use on a zipper fly bottom and on the side pockets of men's pants. Attach the satin stitch foot F. To sew: Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle at the starting point.

  • Page 61: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are classified into 10 groups. These patterns are programmable and you can make a pattern combination. Applique stitches (A): 2 pages Stitches in this group are for applique. (Refer to page 87.) Heirloom stitches (H): 4 pages This group provides heirloom stitches and cross stitches for craft sewing and home décor.
  • Page 62 Quilting stitches (Q): 6 pages Stitches in this group are for patchwork and quilting. (Refer to pages 89-91.) Satin stitches (S): 2 pages The stitches in this group can be elongated up to 5 times their original length while the stitch density remains the same.
  • Page 63 Decorative stitches (D): 9 pages 140 attractive patterns are available in this group. Long stitches (L): 2 pages Patterns in this group are ideal for decorating garments and for adding border trims.
  • Page 64 Pictograph stitches (P): 4 pages Play stitches (PL): 2 page There are many cute designs, fancy motifs and calligraphy available in these groups. Created stitches (CS) In this section, you can select original stitch patterns created with Stitch Composer. Refer to page 62 for how to transfer created stitch patterns from the PC to the machine.

  • Page 65: Quilting(Q)

    Quilting(Q) Using the quilting guide bar The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel, evenly spaced rows of stitches. Insert the quilting guide bar into the hole in the back of the foot holder. Slide the quilting guide bar and set it to the desired spacing.

  • Page 66: S1-S31 Decorative Satin Stitches

    S1-S31 Decorative satin stitches Elongation ratio Patterns S1 to S31 are decorative satin stitches for which the pattern length can be elongated without changing the stitch density. Press the setting bar q to expand the manual setting window. q Setting bar Press the “+”...

  • Page 67: Created Stitches (Cs)

    Created Stitches (CS) Original stitch patterns created with Stitch Composer are saved in this group. Insert the USB flash drive containing the original stitch patterns and press the import key, or import them from Stitch Composer using a USB cable. q Import key Select “USB1”...

  • Page 68: Twin Needle Sewing

    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. CAUTION: Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key before changing the needle.

  • Page 69: Programming A Pattern Combination

    Programming a Pattern Combination The patterns in the decorative stitch category and monograms can be programmed to make a pattern combination. Press the program key and select as many patterns as you wish to program. You can program up to 100 patterns in each combination. The images of programmed patterns are shown on the left side of the visual touch screen.

  • Page 70: Editing A Pattern Combination

    Editing a Pattern Combination Deleting a pattern The pattern before the cursor or shown in red is deleted by pressing the delete key. q Cursor w Delete key To delete a pattern in the middle of a combination, press the cursor key to select the pattern you wish to delete. The stitch image of the selected pattern turns red.

  • Page 71: Startover Key

    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. The key shows a triangle and single bar that means the machine will start over from the current pattern.

  • Page 72: Checking Pattern Combination Length

    Checking Pattern Combination Length You can check the total length of the pattern combination by pressing on the stitch image indicated in the left window. The readout of the total length is a theoretical value and the actual length may vary depending on sewing conditions.

  • Page 73: Monogramming

    Monogramming You can program letters and symbol designs for monogramming. Press the home key to enter the category selection. Press the monogramming icon to enter the monogramming mode (refer to page 26). Press the font selection key and the font selection window will open.

  • Page 74: Manual Thread Tension

    Manual thread tension This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension control. However, you may need to manually adjust the tension balance depending on the sewing conditions. To adjust the thread tension, press the setting bar to show the option. Individual thread tension adjustment To apply the thread tension adjustment to each letter individually, select the letter by moving the cursor.

  • Page 75: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a monogram Simply enter the characters by pressing the corresponding keys to program a monogram. Example 1: “Quilt” in Block font Select Block font. Enter “Q”. Press the letter case key q to select lower case. q Letter case key Enter “u”, “i”, “l”...

  • Page 76: Saving A Pattern Combination

    Saving a Pattern Combination The pattern combination and monogram can be saved as a file in the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash drive. The machine has two USB ports for USB flash drives. Press the save file key after programming a pattern combination, and the save file window will open.

  • Page 77: Opening A Pattern Combination

    Opening a Pattern Combination You can open the pattern combination and monogram saved in the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash drive. Press the open file key and the open file window will open. q Open file key Select the memory location; either the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash drive.

  • Page 78: Sewing Application

    Sewing Application Sewing application is a unique feature that provides you with 12 useful sewing applications. Press the sewing application key and the sewing application menu will open. The 12 sewing applications are as follows: q Seaming w Overedge e Blind Hem & Shell Tuck r Rolled Hem t Zipper Sewing y Gathering...

  • Page 79: Seaming

    Seaming There are 4 types of stitches for seaming in this group. q Woven (Seaming 1) Straight stitches for seaming regular woven fabrics. w Stretch/Knit (Seaming 2) Narrow stretch stitches for seaming stretch or knit fabrics. e Curve (Seaming 3) Short straight stitches for seaming curved line.

  • Page 80: Overedge

    Overedge q Woven Overcasting stitch for regular woven fabrics. w Stretch/Knit Knit stitch for finishing raw edges of stretch or knit fabrics. For better results, use the zigzag foot A and sew leaving an adequate seam allowance. After sewing, trim the seam allowance close to the stitches (refer to page 35).

  • Page 81: Blind Hem

    Blind Hem Select “Blind Hem”. The following 2 options are available. q Woven For blind hemming regular woven fabric w Stretch/Knit For blind hemming stretch or knit fabric. To sew: Attach the blind hem foot G. Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4˝) allowance as shown.

  • Page 82: Shell Tuck

    Altering blind hem stitch width Press the “+” key in the row w to increase the stitch width Press the “–” key in the row w to decrease the stitch width e. NOTE: You can move the left needle drop position r with the “+”...

  • Page 83: Rolled Hem

    Rolled Hem q Straight Stitch Rolled hemming with straight stitch w Zigzag Stitch Rolled hemming with narrow zigzag stitch e 4 mm & 6 mm Rolled hemming using optional rolled hemming feet D1 and D2 To sew: 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 84: Zipper Sewing

    Zipper Sewing q Lapped zipper Lapped zipper application with the zipper foot E w Concealed zipper Concealed zipper application with the concealed zipper foot Z Lapped zipper sewing Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing window will open. Press the sewing step icon and the machine setting will automatically adjust to suit each sewing step.
  • Page 85 Sew left side Attach the zipper foot E. Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn the right seam allowance under to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) fold. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin in place. q 0.2-0.3 cm (1/8˝) w Zipper teeth e Fold...
  • Page 86 Basting Replace the foot with the zigzag foot A. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together. q Basting Sew right side Replace the foot with the zipper foot E. Backstitch across the end of opening to 1 cm (3/8˝). Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding the zipper teeth along the bottom edge on the foot.

  • Page 87: Concealed Zipper Sewing

    Concealed zipper sewing Press the concealed zipper icon and the window will show the step-by-step icon keys. Prepare a concealed zipper 2 cm (3/4˝) longer than the opening size. Press the sewing step icon and machine settings will automatically adjust to suit each sewing step. Lock-a-Matic Attach the zigzag foot A.
  • Page 88 Stitching tape Raise the foot and close the zipper. Replace the foot with the zipper foot E. Turn and fold the bodice to the right. Seam along the edge of the left zipper tape and reverse the stitches 2 cm (3/4˝) before the zipper bottom.

  • Page 89: Gathering

    Gathering In addition to the regular gathering stitch, this section offers you a special stitch for easing sleeve tops. Easing a sleeve top Pull both of the threads about 10 cm (4˝). Sew a pair of lines, 3 mm (1/8˝) apart, along the edge of the sleeve top.

  • Page 90: Button Sewing

    Button Sewing When attaching a button to thick fabric, you need to make a shank by using the button shank plate. The feed dog lowers automatically when selecting the button sewing section. Attaching the button sewing foot T Make sure to press the lockout key to lock the machine. Insert the rear pin of the foot into the rear groove of the foot holder.

  • Page 91: Tacking

    Tacking Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. There are 3 auto tacking sizes and manual tacking available. Attach the satin stitch foot F. Auto tacking Lower the needle at the starting point and start sewing. The machine will sew the tack of the selected size and stop automatically when it is finished.

  • Page 92: Applique

    Applique There are 6 types of applique stitches available in this section. You can select the needle stop position either up or down by pressing the needle stop position key. q Needle stop position key The letter above the stitch image denotes the baseline of the needle drop position.

  • Page 93: 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. Attach 1/4˝...

  • Page 94: Quilting

    Quilting In this section, 6 types of useful stitches for quilting are available. q Straight stitches (with dual feed) w Clasp stitches e Free motion quilting stitches r Sculpture stitches (with dual feed) t Hand-look quilt stitches y Variable zigzag stitches Straight stitches (with dual feed) Straight stitches in this section are suitable for seaming quilt layers using the dual feed foot (refer to page 20 for...

  • Page 95: Free Quilting

    Free quilting For ordinary and bulky quilts, select the upper stitches and use the darning foot PD-H (refer to page 21 for how to attach the darning foot). Select the lower stitches for flatter quilts and use the free quilting foot QC, QO or QV. One stitch off The machine stops automatically after sewing one stitch...

  • Page 96: Sculpture Stitches

    Sculpture stitches These stitches are used to accentuate design outlines and to create a mock hand-quilt. Use the dual feed foot AD. Refer to page 20 for how to attach the dual feed foot. Hand-look quilt stitches Use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin.

  • Page 97: Customizing Machine Settings Machine Setting Mode

    CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS Machine Setting Mode Press the set mode key to enter the machine setting mode. You can select various options and customize the machine settings to suit your personal preference. q Set mode key Press one of the 5 keys to select the mode to customize. w Common Setting Mode In this mode, you can customize the machine settings and options for both ordinary sewing and embroidery.
  • Page 98 Common Setting Mode q Screen Contrast You can adjust the contrast of the visual touch screen by pressing the “+” or “–” key. w Sound Volume The signal sound can be adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–” key. Set the value to “OFF” by pressing the “–” key several times to mute the signal sounds.
  • Page 99 o Quiet Mode If you prefer the machine to run more quietly, turn on this option so the signal sound, start-up sewing speed and maximum embroidery speed will be set at the lowest levels. The quiet mode setting overrules any previous settings for these parameters.
  • Page 100 !2 Background Color You can select from the colorful wallpapers for the background of the visual touch screen by pressing the relevant icon. !3 Colored Light Settings If you wish to change the color of the glow light, press the Yes key and open the color selection window.
  • Page 101 !4 Bobbin winding speed If you wish to wind the bobbin thread more quickly or slowly, you can adjust the maximum bobbin winding speed by pressing the corresponding key. !5 Formatting the memory If the internal memory of the machine or USB flash drive does not function due to damage to the memory bank, you need to re-enable it by formatting the memory.
  • Page 102 Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode q Auto thread tension You can adjust the auto thread tension level by pressing the “+” or “–” key. w Low bobbin thread warning You can adjust the low bobbin thread warning level by pressing the “+” or “–” key. To turn off the low bobbin thread warning, press the “–”...
  • Page 103 i 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 slow, normal or high by pressing the corresponding key, and set the speed for the start/stop button or foot control individually. o Cloth Guide Calibration of the default position The default position of the cloth guide is 15 mm (5/8˝)
  • Page 104 !0 Thread Cut after Auto-Lock The machine automatically trims the threads after sewing locking stitches when this option is turned on. !1 Favorite Stitch Adjustment If you wish to save the changes to manual stitch settings, turn on this option by pressing the ON/OFF key. If this option if turned off, the manual stitch setting will be cleared when turn the power switch off.

  • Page 105: Connecting A Wireless Network

    Wireless LAN Setting Mode Connecting a Wireless Network A wireless router device that complies with the IEEE802.11b/g/n wireless standard is required for connecting your machine with a wireless network. Starting wireless LAN connection To start the wireless LAN settings, press “ON” .

  • Page 106: Network Settings

    Network Settings NOTE: Please refer to your wireless router's instructions when the using the push-button or PIN method to connect with the wireless LAN connection. q Push-button method Press “Push button” q. The Push-Button Sys. dialog box appears on the screen. Press the push-button on the wireless LAN router.
  • Page 107 q IP Address Settings (network settings) Turn the DHCP option ON to use DHCP to assign an IP address. If you want to configure the network settings manually, press the DHCP option OFF w, and press the Yes key e for the Manual option.

  • Page 108: Language Selection Mode

    Language Selection Mode Select the desired language and press the OK key. The visual touch screen shows messages in the selected language. 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.

  • Page 109: Embroidery Mode Embroidery Unit

    EMBROIDERY MODE 73 cm Embroidery Unit (28-3/4˝) NOTE: Be sure to provide sufficient space around the machine to allow the hoop to move freely. 33 cm Do not place anything inside the area shown on the (13˝) left. Attaching the embroidery unit z Turn the power switch off.

  • Page 110: Extending The Carriage Arm

    Extending the carriage arm z Press down the carriage arm release lever to extend the carriage arm. q Carriage arm release lever w Carriage arm x Swing out the carriage arm until it locks in the fully extended position. CAUTION: Do not push on the carriage arm when it is extended.

  • Page 111: Detaching The Embroidery Unit

    Detaching the embroidery unit NOTE: • Be sure to remove the embroidery unit when carrying or storing the machine. • If the needle is in down position, make sure to raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down key. z Remove the hoop from the carriage and return the carriage to the home position (refer to page 122).

  • Page 112: Attaching The Embroidery Foot

    Attaching the Embroidery Foot Use the embroidery foot P for embroidery. z Turn the power switch on. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key and raise the presser foot with the presser foot lifter. q Lockout key w Presser foot lifter x Loosen the thumbscrew with the screwdriver and...

  • Page 113: Attaching The Straight Stitch Needle Plate

    Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate for embroidery. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle plate. z Raise the needle and press the lockout key. Press the presser foot lifter button to raise the presser foot.

  • Page 114: Special Bobbin Holder For Embroidery

    Special Bobbin Holder for Embroidery Replace the standard bobbin holder with the special bobbin holder for embroidery when using bobbin threads other than Janome bobbin thread for embroidery. NOTE: The special bobbin holder is marked with a yellow dot for identification.

  • Page 115: Embroidery Hoops

    Embroidery Hoops There are 5 embroidery hoops included in the standard accessories. q Embroidery hoop SQ14 An oval embroidery hoop with a 14 cm (5.5”) square embroidery area. w Embroidery hoop SQ23 A square embroidery hoop with a 23 cm (9.1”) square embroidery area.

  • Page 116: Stabilizers

    Stabilizers To create the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. How to use: Attach the stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric. You may need to use more than one layer. For firm fabrics, you may place a thin sheet of paper under the fabric.

  • Page 117: Setting The Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop

    Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop z Prepare a fabric and attach a stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric. The fabric and stabilizer should be larger than the hoop size. Draw the centerlines on the fabric with tailor’s chalk. q Fabric w Centerlines x Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric,...

  • Page 118: Attaching The Embroidery Hoop To The Machine

    Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine z Turn the power switch on and open the carriage arm. Press the mode switch key and a warning message will appear. Press the OK key and the carriage will move to the starting position.

  • Page 119: Selecting Built-In Embroidery Designs

    Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs Press the built-in design key and the first page of the design list of World of Embroidery Designs will open. q Built-in design key Press the design category key to browse the design list by design category, or press the hoop selection key to browse the designs by hoop size.

  • Page 120: Monogramming

    Monogramming Press the monogram key and the monogram window for Gothic font will open. Press the font selection key to open the font selection window. q Monogram key w Font selection key You can select one of the 11 fonts for monogramming as well as 2-letter, 3-letter, border patterns and normal sew patterns.

  • Page 121: Function Keys

    Function keys q w e r t y q Font selection key Press this key to open the font selection window. w Lettering orientation key Press this key to select the horizontal or vertical orientation. e Letter size key You can select the following 3 letter sizes by pressing this key.

  • Page 122: Programming A Monogram

    Programming a monogram Example: Programming “R&B” in Gothic style font. Enter “R”, the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is automatically memorized. Press the letter size key and select small size. q Letter size key Enter “&”, the cursor shifts to the right and “&” is automatically memorized.

  • Page 123: 2- Letter Monogram

    2- Letter monogram Example: 2-Letter in an octagon z Press the font selection key q. Select 2-letter w. x Select the octagon. c Enter “A” and “B”. Press the OK key and a warning message will appear. Press the OK key and the carriage moves to the starting position.

  • Page 124: Editing A Monogram

    Editing a monogram z Deleting a character: Deleting “R” from “MART” Press the cursor key to move the cursor under “R”. x Press the delete key and letter “R” is deleted. c Inserting a character: Inserting “E” into “MAT” Press the cursor key to move the cursor under “A”. v Enter “E”.

  • Page 125: Ready To Sew Window

    Ready to Sew Window The ready to sew window shows embroidery function q w e r t keys and information on the selected pattern. Function keys q Color section key w Color list key e Trace key r Adjust key t Hoop back key y Stitch back key u Stitch forward key...

  • Page 126: Stitch Back/Forward Keys

    Stitch back/forward keys Press the “–” key q to move the hoop back to a previous sewing point. Press the “+” key w to move the hoop ahead. The hoop will move one stitch each time the key is pressed. Hold down the key to travel faster and jump 10, 100 or 500 stitches at a time.

  • Page 127: Trace Key

    Trace key You can check the size of the embroidery area by tracing the pattern outline without stitching or with basting stitches. Press the trace key and the trace option window will open. q Trace key The following 3 options are available: 1.

  • Page 128: Adjust Key

    Adjust Key Press the adjust key to open the manual setting window. You can adjust the following settings in this window. q Adjust key • Auto thread tension level Press the “+” or “–” key to adjust the thread tension to your preference.

  • Page 129: Starting To Sew Embroidery

    Starting to Sew Embroidery z Select the desired pattern. x Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the needle position comes right above the center of the centerlines on the fabric. q Jog key c Press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches. Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine.

  • Page 130: Fringe Designs

    Fringe designs Fringe designs are special patterns for creating fringed flower or border designs. The embroidery design easily turns into an attractive fringed flower. Example: Fringe design FA10-66 Select fringe design FA10-66 and sew the pattern as you would sew a normal embroidery design. Remove the fabric from the hoop.
  • Page 131 Example: Cutting lines Cut the bobbin threads on the wrong side of the fabric along the broken line as shown. Pull the needle threads up and bring the loop ends to the right side of the fabric to make fringe. SQ14-264 SQ14-265 SQ14-266...

  • Page 132: Applique Designs

    Applique Designs Fringe designs SQ14-265 and SQ14-266 are special designs for machine embroidery applique. You can attach applique piece to background fabric and embroider applique design at the same time. Example: Fringe design SQ14-265 Prepare background fabric and applique fabric. Select fringe design SQ14-265, and set the background fabric to the hoop.

  • Page 133: Applique Designs

    Alternative method Prepare applique fabric larger than hoop size. Set the applique fabric to the hoop. Sew the first section (color) only. Remove the hoop and unhoop the applique fabric. Cut the applique fabric along the stitching line to make an applique piece.

  • Page 134: Frame Designs

    Frame Designs Fringe designs SQ14-265 and SQ14-266 can also be used as the frame designs. Example: Fringe design SQ14-265 for framing a picture Prepare heat-away stabilizer. Select fringe design SQ14-265. Set the fabric to the hoop. Sew the first section (color) only. Remove the hoop from the machine, but do not unhoop the fabric.

  • Page 135: Lace Designs

    Lace Designs You can make a free standing lace by sewing the lace designs on organdy. Attach a heat-away stabilizer to organdy, two or more layers may be required. Use the same thread for the bobbin as the needle thread. Use a fully wound bobbin.

  • Page 136: Editing Mode

    Editing Mode In the editing mode, you can edit and combine patterns to create original embroidery designs. Press the editing mode key q and the editing window for the hoop SQ23 will open. q Editing mode key Selecting a hoop size You can select other hoop sizes.

  • Page 137: Editing Tool Bar Information

    Editing tool bar information The editing tool bar contains the following keys as shown. Press the down arrow key y to show the next set of editing tools. Press the up arrow key t to show the previous set of editing tools. q Layout key w Cross key e Pattern selection keys...

  • Page 138: Selecting A Pattern With Pattern Selection Keys

    Selecting a pattern with pattern selection keys When multiple patterns are closely positioned, it can be hard to select the desired pattern. Pattern selection keys appear when multiple patterns are shown in the editing window for easier pattern selection. z Press the “+” q key or “–” w key and the red frame appears.

  • Page 139: Deleting A Pattern

    Deleting a pattern z Press on the pattern to delete. x Press the delete key q to delete the selected pattern. q Delete key Rotating a pattern z Press the rotate key to open the rotation option window. q Rotate key x Press the key w to rotate the selected pattern 1 degree clockwise.

  • Page 140: Flipping A Pattern

    Flipping a pattern z Press the vertical or horizontal mirror image key. q Vertical mirror image key w Horizontal mirror image key x Press the key q to create the vertical mirror image of a selected pattern. c Press the key w to create the horizontal mirror image of a selected pattern.

  • Page 141: Creating A Square Frame

    Creating a square frame z Select pattern Border Design SQ14-170. Move the design down and to the right. x Press the duplicate key. Press the vertical mirror image key. Move the duplicate to the left. q Duplicate key w Vertical mirror image key c Press the duplicate key.

  • Page 142: Grouping Patterns

    Grouping patterns z You can group patterns together. Press the down arrow key q to show the next set of editing tools. Press the group key w and the grouping option window will open. q Down arrow key w Group key x Press the group all key e and press the OK key to group all the patterns in the editing window.

  • Page 143: Sewing Order

    Sewing order You can change the sewing order of a pattern combination. Press the sewing order key q and press on the images of the pattern one by one. The patterns will be sewn in the order you press on the images.

  • Page 144: Zooming In The Editing Window

    Zooming in the editing window Press the zoom key to view the enlarged image in the editing window. Pressing the zoom key again to return to the original view. q Zoom key To scroll the window, press the scroll key and drag the window in the desired direction.

  • Page 145: Monogramming In An Arc

    Monogramming in an arc In the editing mode, you can make a monogram in an upper or lower arc. z Enter the characters and press the OK key. x The entered characters are displayed in the editing window. Press the arc key and the arc layout window will open. q Arc key c Press the upper arc key w to make an upper arc.

  • Page 146: Free Arm Embroidery

    Free Arm Embroidery 20 cm The free arm hoop FA10 is specially designed for or less embroidering tubular garments such as sleeves, pant legs etc. 20 cm Check the opening size of the tubular portion of the or wider garment. The opening width must be 20 cm (8”) or wider. The area to be embroidered should be within 20 cm (8”) from the opening.

  • Page 147: Border Designs

    Border Designs Border design patterns SQ14-145 to SQ14-146 can be accurately connected to each other with the built-in marking points. Example: Connecting border design patterns SQ14-145 and SQ14-146. z Print template sheets on semi-opaque paper for border design patterns SQ14-145 and SQ14-146 by using Horizon Link Suite.

  • Page 148: Connecting The Patterns In The Editing Window

    m Set the fabric in the hoop and adjust the fabric position to match the centerlines for the second pattern and template. Attach the hoop to the carriage and press the start/ stop button. Press the OK key when the message appears. The hoop will move to the first marking point for the second pattern.

  • Page 149: Acufil Quilting With Hoop Asq22

    AcuFil Quilting with Hoop ASQ22 AcuFil hoop ASQ22 Hoop ASQ22 is very useful for filling a large size quilt with AcuFil design patterns created with AcuFil Tool. q Outer hoop w Attaching knob e AcuFil template r Magnetic clamps CAUTION: The magnetic clamp can damage items such as credit cards, floppy disks etc.

  • Page 150: Printing The Template Sheet

    Printing the template sheet Click Application>Print and print the template sheets and design layout. Cut the template sheet along the cutting line. Cutting line If the template sheet is printed on 2 pages, cut each section out and glue them together as shown. Save the AcuFil design pattern on a USB flash drive.

  • Page 151: Setting Quilt Layers In Hoop Asq22

    Setting quilt layers in hoop ASQ22 Position the quilt layers on hoop ASQ22. Place the AcuFil template (with the arrow mark facing up) on the quilt and adjust the position of the quilt aligning the centerlines of the quilt and AcuFil template. Set the quilt layers in the hoop and press down the AcuFil template.

  • Page 152: Adjusting The Size Of The Last Pattern

    Adjusting the size of the last pattern If the outer edges of each section do not align with each other due to fabric shrinkage, adjust the pattern size of the outer-most sections. Measure the actual size (W: width, H: height) of blank section to be stitched.

  • Page 153: Creating Original Acufil Designs

    Creating original AcuFil designs You can create your own AcuFil design patterns by combining element patterns from the Design Collection folder. Click “Create Original AcuFil Designs”. Enter the overall size of the quilt and click “OK” to calculate the optimum size of the AcuFil design pattern and number of patterns to fill the quilt.

  • Page 154: Editing Designs

    Editing designs You can edit the layout of the pattern combination and adjust the design size. Example: Sewing leaf design border along the quilt edge Click “Edit Designs”. Enter the hoop size (220 x 220) and click “OK”. On Home tab, in Edit group, click “Design”. Select the desired pattern to import.
  • Page 155 Duplicate the design, flip it over and place it opposite to the first one. Repeat the above steps and line up 4 element patterns. Adjust the width of the working area by dragging the anchor point. Click . Save the design as a file on the USB flash drive. Go to the Start Page.

  • Page 156: Sewing The Border Design

    Sewing the border design Print the template sheet and place it at the center of the upper edge of the quilt. Mark the end points of the centerlines. Draw the centerlines on the quilt. The horizontal line should be as long as the overall quilt width.

  • Page 157: Customizing Embroidery Mode Settings

    CUSTOMIZING EMBROIDERY MODE SETTINGS Embroidery Mode Settings Press the embroidery setting mode key (refer to page 92). q Auto thread tension The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the “+” or “–” key. Increase the value when using the same threads on the bobbin and needle.

  • Page 158: Hoop Calibration

    i Hoop calibration You can calibrate the center position of the hoops. You need to enter embroidery mode before opening the embroidery setting window. Extend the carriage arm and press the Yes key. i-1 Yes key The carriage moves to the center position. Press the hoop selection key to open the hoop selection window.
  • Page 159 !1 Thread selection There are 8 types of embroidery thread to choose from. Press the key of the thread you wish to use. The color code of the selected brand is shown on the color/part key along with the name of the color. If you use imported embroidery stitch data containing !1 - 1 proper thread information, press the retain original color...

  • Page 160: Saving And Opening A File

    Saving and Opening a File Saving a file You can save original embroidery designs created in embroidery mode as files in the built-in memory and/or USB flash drive. Press the save file key and the save file window will open. q Save file key A folder labeled “Embf”...

  • Page 161: Creating A New Folder

    Large icon key There are 5 file attributes as follows: : *.JEF (Janome embroidery format) : *.JEF+ (editable Janome embroidery format) : *.JPX (*.JEF+ with a background bitmap image) : *.JPX (Acufil embroidery format) : *.JPX (Cutwork embroidery format) To hide file attribute, press the small icon key.

  • Page 162: Changing A Name Of The File Or Folder

    Changing a name of the file or folder Press the rename key and select the file or folder for which you wish to change the name. The keyboard window will open. Enter a new name and press the OK key. The name of the file or folder will change.

  • Page 163: Care And Maintenance Cleaning The Hook Area

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Area Clean the hook area at least once a month. Remove the needle plate (refer to page 22). Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine. Remove the needle and presser foot. NOTE: Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than as explained in this section.

  • Page 164: Cleaning The Inside Of The Thread Guide

    Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide Clean the inside of the thread guide plate under the top cover at least once a month. Remove the needle thread and remove the thread guide plate by pulling it up. q Thread guide plate Remove lint and dust from the brush on the underside of the thread guide plate using a lint brush.

  • Page 165: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause See page 158. The machine is noisy. 1. Thread is jammed in the hook area. See page 158. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 15. The needle thread breaks. 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. See page 37.
  • Page 166 Problem Cause Reference The machine does not run. 1. The machine is not plugged in. See page 8. 2. A thread is caught in the hook race. See page 158. 3. A faulty foot control is plugged in while the machine is turned Replace the foot on (buzzer sounds once when plugging in).

  • Page 167: Troubleshooting (Automatic Needle Threader)

    Troubleshooting (automatic needle threader) If the automatic needle threader stuck and will not return to the up position automatically, correct it as follows: Carefully turn the handwheel away from you or toward you to move the needle up a little. The automatic needle threader will return to the up position automatically.

  • Page 168: Stitch Chart Ordinary Sewing

    STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing Utility (U) 01 02 03 04 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Buttonhole (B) 30 31 32 33 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 59 60 61 62 Applique (A)
  • Page 169 STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing Bridge (BR) 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 Decorative (D) 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99...

  • Page 170: Ordinary Sewing

    STITCH CHART Ordinary Sewing Block Script Broadway Symbol Block (9 mm)

  • Page 171: Embroidery

    DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery World of Embroidery Designs (SQ14) (SQ23) (GR)

  • Page 172: Design Chart

    DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery World of Embroidery Designs (FA10) Designers Designs • Sublime Stitching by Jenny Hart (SQ14) (SQ23) (GR) • Leah Day (SQ23) • Lonni Rossi (SQ23) • Stitchique by Tira Schulteis (SQ14) (SQ23) •...
  • Page 173 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Redwork Designs by Y.GANAHA (SQ14) (GR) (FA10) Sashiko Designs (SQ14) (FA10) Home Decor Designs (SQ14) (SQ23) (GR) (FA10) Everyday & Holiday Designs (SQ14) (SQ23)
  • Page 174 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Everyday & Holiday Designs (FA10) Abstract Designs (SQ14) (SQ23) Monochrome Designs (SQ14) (FA10) (SQ23) Border Designs (SQ14)
  • Page 175 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Border Designs (FA10) Quilting Designs (SQ14) (SQ23) Cross Stitch Alphabet Designs (FA10)
  • Page 176 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Cross Stitch Designs (SQ14) (FA10) Favorite Designs (SQ14) (SQ23) (GR) (FA10) Lace Designs (SQ14) (FA10)
  • Page 177 DESIGN CHART Pattern images are not to scale. Embroidery Fringe Designs (SQ14) (SQ23) (FA10) Calibration Pattern...
  • Page 178 DESIGN CHART Embroidery Gothic Bauhaus Script Galant Cheltenham Typist...
  • Page 179 DESIGN CHART Embroidery Brush Hollowblock First Grade Jupiter 2-letters / 3-letters Border Normal Sew...

  • Page 180: Embroidery

    DESIGN CHART Embroidery Micro Gothic...

  • Page 181: Index

    INDEX Accessory Case ..............2, 7 Darning ................54 Accessory Storage ..............7 Decorative satin stitches ............61 AcuFil Quilting ..............144-151 Decorative Stitches ............56-59 AcuFil hoop ASQ22 .............144 Detaching the embroidery unit ..........106 AcuFil template ..............144 Direct PC-Link ................157 Adjusting the size of the last pattern ........147 Drawing up the Bobbin Thread ..........17 Creating original AcuFil designs ..........148 Drop feed ................28, 97...
  • Page 182 INDEX Free arm sewing .................7 Needles .................18 Free quilting ................90 Fringe designs ............114, 125-126 Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode ......28-29 On-screen Help ................25 One-stitch off (stop) ............90, 152 Opening a Pattern Combination ..........72 Gathering ................84 Optic Magnifier ..............4, 24 Grid line ................153 Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode ...........97-99 Overcasting Stitches ............35, 75...
  • Page 183 INDEX Creating a new folder ............71 Jump thread cutting length ..........153 Saving and Opening a File ...........155-157 Thread Holder ..............1, 113 Changing a name of the file or folder ........157 Thread selection..............154 Creating a new folder ............156 Threading the Machine ..........15-17, 63 Deleting a file or folder............156 Touch Screen Calibration ............
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