Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING READY TO SEW Gathering ................. 67 Names of Parts ..............1-2 Basting ................67 Embroidery unit case ............2 Button sewing ..............68 Standard Accessories............3-4 Tacking ................69 Extension Table ..............
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Handwheel Connector for external thread cutter switch USB port Drop feed dog lever Machine socket Foot control jack Power switch Carrying handle Presser foot lifter Cover Embroidery unit socket Embroidery unit Carriage arm...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Standard Accessories Zigzag foot A (set on the machine) Overedge foot M Satin stitch foot F Blind hemming foot G Zipper foot E Automatic buttonhole foot R Stabilizer plate Rolled hem foot D...
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Embroidery hoop SQ14a (with template) Embroidery hoop RE20a (with template) Magnetic clamps (X4) Bobbin holder for embroidery Power supply cable Knee lifter Foot control Instruction book Key icon reference chart Instructional DVD Template CD www.aaasewing.com...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Connecting the Power Supply z First make sure the power switch q is off. x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cable into the machine socket e. c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t, and turn the power switch q on.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Controlling Sewing Speed Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed in both the ordi- nary sewing mode and embroidery mode with the speed control slider according to your sewing needs.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Machine Operating Buttons q Start/stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The machine starts running slowly for the rst few stitches, it then runs at the speed set by the speed control slider.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Touch Panel Keys CAUTION: Do not press the touch panel or visual touch screen with hard or sharp objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like. Use the touch panel stylus included in the standard accessories.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 rmly against the spool of thread.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 End of thread w Bobbin holder e Hook cover plate x Hold the bobbin with ngertip so it does not rotate.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery 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. Raise the presser foot. q Lockout key Pass the thread in order from z to m.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Needle threader NOTE: The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16 needle. Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended. Make sure the machine is locked out. Lower the presser foot.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Replacing Needles CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch off before replacing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Replacing the Foot Holder Replace the foot holder, if you use the darning foot or embroidery foot. CAUTION: Press the lockout key to lockout the machine or turn the power switch off before replacing the foot holder.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Replacing the Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing ne fabrics and also when embroidering. CAUTION: Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle plate.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. q Presser foot lifter You can raise the presser foot higher than the normal up position. This allows for changing the needle plate, and also helps you to place thick layers of fabrics under the foot.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Adjusting the Foot Pressure The foot pressure can be adjusted with the foot pressure dial located under the top cover. The dial has 7 setting positions from 1 to 7. For ordinary sewing, set 5 at the setting mark.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine ORDINARY SEWING MODE Ordinary Stitch Patterns In the ordinary sewing mode, there are 4 categories available. 1. Utility stitches and Buttonholes 2. Decorative and quilting stitches 3. Monogramming 4. Sewing applications Press one of the icon keys to select the category.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine r Sewing applications You can select the appropriate stitch for a specic sewing project and fabric type from the designated applications in this category. www.aaasewing.com MC9900 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode q Adjust key Press this key to open the manual setting window. You can adjust the settings of the stitch width, stitch length, thread tension, and cloth guide position. (refer to pages 33-35).
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine i Letter size key Press this key to select the letter size for monograms. o Letter case key Press this key to select upper case or lower case for monograms. !0 Cursor keys Press one of the cursor keys to move the cursor up or down.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Utility Stitches Straight stitches Patterns U1 to U5 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key for the desired stitch. NOTE: When sewing ne fabrics with straight stitch, select patterns U1, U2 or U3, and use straight stitch needle plate for better sewing result (refer to page 19).
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine U8 Basting See page 67 for sewing instructions. Zigzag stitches U9, U10 Zigzag stitches Zigzag stitches are used for various sewing needs includ- ing overcasting. These stitches can be used on most woven fabrics.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Variety of overcasting stitches U11 Multiple zigzag stitch: Zigzag foot A This stitch is used to nish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine U15, U16 Blind hemming See pages 61 and 62 for sewing instructions. U17 Shell tuck See page 62 for sewing instructions. U18 Hemstitch Use this stitch for fagoting or decorative stitch. www.aaasewing.com MC9900 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Manual Stitch Settings When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window. q Adjust key You can alter the stitch width (or needle drop position of the straight stitches), stitch length and needle thread tension.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Adjusting thread tension This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension control, which optimizes the tension balance for the selected stitch pattern. “Auto” will be indicated in the thread tension window when automatic thread tension control is applied to the selected stitch pattern.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Cloth guide CAUTION: Always leave sufcient 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches Variety of buttonholes 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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...
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Manual settings Press the adjust key and the manual setting window will open. q Altering buttonhole opening width Press the “+” key to make the buttonhole opening wider. Press the “–’’ key to make the buttonhole opening narrower.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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. Step-4 Start sewing again, and the machine sews the back bartack and locking stitches then stops automatically with the needle in the up position.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Other buttonholes B3 Round end and B4 ne fabric buttonholes The sewing procedure is the same as that of B1 sensor (square) buttonhole (refer to page 37). NOTE: The opening width can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Corded buttonhole To sew a corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for B1 sensor (square) buttonhole. Select pattern B1. Place the button on the button holder on the buttonhole foot. Hook a ller cord on the spur on the front of the foot.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine B7 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine B9 Eyelet The eyelet is used for belt holes, etc. Attach the satin stitch foot F. Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle to the starting point. Sew until the machine stops automatically.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are classied into 9 groups. These patterns are programmable and you can make a pattern combination. Applique stitches (A): 1 page Stitches in this group are for applique.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Bridge stitches (BR): 1 page Bridge stitches are used for inserting straight stitches after a stitch pattern. The number beside the stitch image on the straight stitch key indicates the stitch count of a programmable unit.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine S1-S12 Decorative satin stitches Patterns S1 to S12 are decorative satin stitches for which the pattern length can be elongated without changing the stitch density. Press the adjust key to open the manual setting window.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Editing a pattern combination Deleting the 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Monogramming You can program letters for monogramming. Press the monogram key and the font selection window will open. q Monogram key You can select one of 3 fonts. Select the desired font by pressing the corresponding key.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 adjust key to open the manual setting window.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 to select lower case.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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. Press the next page key to show the second page of the menu.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Seaming There are 4 types of stitches for seaming in this group. q Woven Straight stitches for seaming regular woven fabrics. w Stretch/Knit Narrow stretch stitches for seaming stretch or knit fabrics. e Curve Short straight stitches for seaming curved lines.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Overedge q Woven Overcasting stitch for regular woven fabrics. w Stretch/Knit Knit stitch for nishing raw edges of stretch or knit fabrics. e Woven Overlock stitch similar to a professional overlocker stitch. r Heavy Double overedge stitch for preventing raw edges of linens and gabardines from ravelling.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Altering blind hem stitch width Press the “+” key in the lower row to increase the stitch width. Press the “–” key in the lower row to decrease the stitch width. NOTE: You can move the left needle drop position with the “+” or “–”...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Zipper sewing q Lapped zipper Lapped zipper application with zipper foot E w Concealed zipper (optional) Concealed zipper application using optional concealed zipper foot Z. Lapped zipper sewing Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing window will open.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Sew left side Attach 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.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Basting Replace the foot with zigzag foot A. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together. q Basting Sew right side Replace the foot with zipper foot E. Backstitch across the end of opening to 1 cm (3/8).
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Gathering In addition to the regular gathering stitch, this section offers you a special stitch for easing sleeve tops. Easing a sleeve top Draw the bobbin thread up (refer to page 15). Sew a pair of lines, 3 mm (1/8) apart, along the edge of the sleeve top.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Button sewing When attaching a button to thick fabric, you need to make a shank by using the button shank plate. Select “Shank”. Lower the feed dog. Attaching button sewing foot T Make sure to press the lockout key to lock the machine.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 satin stitch foot F. Auto tacking Lower the needle at the starting point and start sewing.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 ne tune the stitch length by pressing the “+”...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Quilting In this section, 5 types of useful stitches for quilting are available. q Straight stitches w Clasp stitches e Free motion quilting stitches r Sculpture stitches t Hand-look quilt stitches Straight stitches The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel, evenly spaced rows of stitching.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Free quilting For free quilting, use the darning foot PD-H (refer to page 18 for how to attach the darning foot). Lower the feed dog before start sewing. One stitch off The machine stops automatically...
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Sculpture stitches These stitches are used to accentuate design outlines and to create a mock hand-quilt. Hand-look quilt stitches Use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS 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 4 keys to select the mode to customize.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Common Setting Mode q Screen Contrast You can adjust the contrast of the visual touch screen by pressing the “+” or “–” key. Sound Volume The buzzer sound can be adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–”...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine y Formatting the memory If the internal memory of the machine or USB ash drive stick does not function due to damage to the memory bank, you need to re-enable it by formatting the memory.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine o Background Color You can select black, green or pink for the background color of the visual touch screen by pressing the relevant icon key. !0 Reset All to Defaults Press the YES key to reset all the parameters to the original values (factory settings).
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode q Auto thread tension The machine automatically adjust the thread tension for the selected pattern. You can adjust the automatic thread tension level by pressing the “+” or “–” key.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine t Cloth Guide t-1 Calibration of the default position Attach the embroidery unit. The default position of the cloth guide is 15 mm (5/8) from the center needle drop position. However, you can ne tune the default position of the cloth guide.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine y Thread Cut after Auto-Lock The machine automatically trims the threads after sewing locking stitches when this option is turned on. The LED signal o is turned on when “Thread Cut after Auto-Lock” is on.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc. Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine EMBROIDERY MODE 57.5 cm (22-5/8) Embroidery Unit NOTE: 25 cm Be sure to provide sufcient space around the machine to (10) allow the hoop to move freely. Do not place anything inside the area shown on the left.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Extending the carriage arm Press down the carriage arm release lever to extend the carriage arm. q Carriage arm release lever w Carriage arm Swing out the carriage arm until it locks in the fully ex- tended position.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Detaching the embroidery unit NOTE: Be sure to remove the embroidery unit when carrying or storing the machine. Remove the hoop from the carriage and press the mode switch key to return the carriage to the home position.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Attaching the Embroidery Foot Use the embroidery foot P for embroidery. Raise the needle and presser foot. Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key. q Lockout key Loosen the setscrew with the screwdriver and remove the foot holder.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate Use the straight stitch needle plate for embroidery. Raise the needle and presser foot. Press the lockout key. q Lockout key Remove the extension table. Push down the needle plate release lever and the needle plate will snap off.
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 identication.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Embroidery Hoops There are 2 embroidery hoops included in the standard accessories. q Embroidery hoop SQ14a An square embroidery hoop with a 14 cm (5.5) square embroidery area w Embroidery hoop RE20a A square embroidery hoop with a 20 cm (7.9) by 17 cm (6.7) embroidery area...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop Prepare a piece of fabric and attach a stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric. The fabric and stabilizer should be larger than the hoop size.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs Press the built-in design key and the rst page of the de- sign list of favorite 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 3 fonts for monogramming as well as 2 Letters, 3 Letters, border patterns and normal sew patterns.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Function keys 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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 “&”...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 2- Letter monogram Example: 2-Letter in an octagon Press the font selection key. Select 2-letter. Select the octagon. Enter “A” and “B”. Press the OK key and a warning message will appear. Press the OK key and the carriage moves to starting position.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Editing a monogram Deleting a character: Deleting “R” from “MART” Press the cursor key to move the cursor under “R” . q Cursor key Press the delete key and letter “R” is deleted.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Ready to Sew Window The ready to sew window shows embroidery function keys and information on the selected pattern. Stitch back/forward keys Press the “–” key to move the hoop back to a previous sewing point.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine • Color section key Press this key to show the complete image of the selected design or partial image of each color section only. To view the next color section, press the next page key.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Pattern tracing 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.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Pattern information The visual touch screen displays the following details: q Hoop size w Presser foot pressure e Tension setting r Dimension of the design t Required sewing time y Maximum sewing speed...
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Starting to sew embroidery Select the desired pattern. Press the jog/stitch key to show the jog keys. q Jog/stitch key Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the needle position comes right above the center of the centerlines on the fabric.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Fringe designs Fringe designs are special patterns for creating fringed embroidery designs. You can make attractive fringed designs easily. Example: Fringe design SQ14a-125 Select fringe design SQ14a-125 and sew the pattern as you would sew a normal embroidery design.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Applique designs Patterns SQ14a-75, -76, -77, -127 and -128 are special designs for machine embroidery applique. You can attach applique piece to background fabric and embroider applique design at the same time. Example: Applique design SQ14a-76 Prepare background fabric and applique fabric.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Alternative method Prepare applique fabric larger than hoop size. Set the applique fabric to the hoop. Sew the rst section (color) only. Remove the hoop and unhoop the applique fabric. Cut the applique fabric along the stitching line to make an applique piece.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Editing Mode In the editing mode, you can edit and combine patterns to create original embroidery designs. Press the editing mode key and the editing window for the hoop RE20a will open. q Editing mode key You can select other hoop sizes.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Resizing a pattern Press the resize key to open the resize option window. q Resize key You can change the embroidery pattern size from 80% to 120% of the original size. Press the “+” key to enlarge the pattern size.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Zooming in the editing window Press the zoom key to view the enlarged image in the editing window. Press 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.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Saving a le You can save original embroidery designs created in embroidery mode or programmed pattern combinations in ordinary sewing mode as les in the built-in memory and/ or USB ash drive (refer to page 117).
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Color grouping When combining duplicated patterns, you can reduce the number of color sections with color grouping. For example, this combined design pattern has 16 color sections. Press the color group key and the color grouping window will open.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Monogramming in an arc In the editing mode, you can make a monogram in an up- per or lower arc. Enter the characters and press the OK key. The entered characters are displayed in the editing window.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Free Arm Hoop (optional item) 20 cm The optional free arm hoop FA10a is specially designed or less for embroidering tubular garments such as sleeves, pant legs etc. 20 cm Check the opening size of the tubular portion of the or wider garment.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS Embroidery mode settings Press the embroidery setting mode key (refer to page 75). 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.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine i Auto thread cutting (basic) The machine automatically trims the threads when it stops to change the thread to the next color when this option is turned on. Press the ON/OFF key to turn this function on or off.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine !1 Grid line on/off Turn this option on to show grid in the editing window or turn it off to hide the grid. !2 Grid size You can change grid size by pressing the “+” or “–” key.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine FILE MANAGEMENT Ordinary sewing Embroidery Saving and Opening a File Saving a le You can save programmed pattern combinations in ordinary sewing mode or original embroidery designs created in embroidery mode as les in the built-in memory and/or USB ash drive.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Creating a new folder Embroidery Ordinary sewing Press the new folder key and the keyboard window will open. q New folder key Enter a folder name and press the OK key. A new folder is created under the assigned name.
File attribute There are 4 le attr ibutes as follows: : *.JEF (Janome embroidery format) : *.JEF+ (editable Janome embroidery format) : *.JPX (*.JEF+ with a background bitmap image) : *.JPX (*.JEF+ with hoop FA10a limit) Viewing le names In the le list window, the le icon key can show up to 8 characters of the le name.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Changing a name of the le or folder Embroidery Ordinary sewing Press the save le key and select the le you wish to change its name. Press the rename key. The name of the le or folder will change.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Area Clean the hook area at least once a month. Remove the needle plate (refer to page 19). Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine 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.
Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Troubleshooting Reference Problem Cause See page 121. The machine is noisy. 1. Thread is jammed in the hook area. See page 121. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 13.
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Janome MC9900 Instruction Manual Janome Embroidery Machine Problem Cause Reference The cloth is not feeding 1. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 121. smoothly. 2. The stitches are too ne. Make stitches longer. 3. The feed dog is lowered.