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- Page 1 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Janome MB-4 Instruction Manual www.aaasewing.com MB4 Owners Manual/ User Guide...
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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. - Page 3 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1. SETTING UP THE MACHINE Editing ..............46 Installing the Machine ..........2 Editing Functions ............. 47 Adjusting the feet ..........3 Selecting the hoop ..........47 Names of Parts ............ -
Page 5: Section 1. Setting Up The Machine Installing The Machine
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine SECTION 1. SETTING UP THE MACHINE Installing the Machine Place the machine on a flat and stable surface such as a sturdy table that could withstand the machine’s weight and vibration. -
Page 6: Adjusting The Feet
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Adjusting the feet Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise (in the direction of A) as much as possible, before placing the machine on a surface. q Adjusting screw Place the machine on a flat and level surface. - Page 7 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Do not use the machine near appliances that radiate electromagnetic noise such as a microwave oven, or do not plug in the machine to the same branch circuit where such appliances are connected.
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Page 8: Names Of Parts
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Names of Parts q Thread guide bar w Pre-tension control e Tension control r Check spring t Hoop supporter y Needle plate u Hook cover i Start/Stop button o Auto thread cutter button... -
Page 9: Sub Control Panel
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Sub control panel q Mode button w Trace button e Arrow buttons r Enter button t LCD brightness adjusting dial y LCD display RCS unit (optional item) q RCS unit w Start/Stop button... -
Page 10: Standard Accessories
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Standard Accessories q Needle (DB x K5Q1-NY) w Scissors e Bobbins r Lint brush t Seam ripper y Handy needle threader u Spool caps i Spool net o Screwdriver !0 Screwdriver (small) - Page 11 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Standard Accessories q Instruction book Power supply cable USB cable Hoop M1 (MB Hoop 240 X 200) Hoop M2 (MB Hoop 126 X 110) Hoop M3 (MB Hoop 50 X 50)
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Page 12: Assembling The Spool Stand
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Assembling the Spool Stand z Insert the thread guide poles into the sleeve of the spool stand. Secure the poles with setscrews (A) from the bottom. Insert the spool pins into the spool stand. -
Page 13: Setting The Thread Cones Or Spools Of Thread
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Setting the Thread Cones or Spools of Thread Use the 4 spool pins in the front row for sewing, and second row spool pins are for the standby spools. Use the rear most spool pin for bobbin winding. -
Page 14: Installing The Hoop Supporter
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Installing the Hoop Supporter z Loosen the two thumbscrews on the hoop supporter. q Hoop supporter w Thumbscrew x Turn the power switch on and select an embroidery pattern (see pages 26, 38) to move the carriage to the center. -
Page 15: Installing The Rcs Unit (Optional Item)
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Installing the RCS Unit (optional item) z Loosen the thumbscrew and open the mounting arm. q Thumbscrew w Mounting arm x Loosen the screw knob A and set the RCS unit on the mounting arm by hooking the RCS unit on the pins. -
Page 16: Connecting The Power Supply
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Connecting the Power Supply CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before connecting the machine to the power supply. z Turn the power switch off. q Power switch x Insert the machine plug into the machine socket. -
Page 17: Direct Pc-Link
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Direct PC-Link This machine can be connected to the PC with the USB cable included as standard accessory. You need Digitizer MB for multi-needle software (optional item) to operate the machine via direct PC-link. -
Page 18: Threads
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Threads Rayon threads are recommended for needle thread. Cotton or spun polyester threads sizes 80 to 120 (74 to 100 dtex/2) are recommended for bobbin thread. Do not use poor quality prewound bobbins. -
Page 19: Winding The Bobbin
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Winding the Bobbin z Place the thread cone (spool of thread) on the rear most spool pin. Pass the thread through the thread guide A. q Thread guide A x Pass the thread through the upper hole and lower hole in the thread guide B. -
Page 20: Removing The Bobbin Case
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Removing the bobbin case CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before removing the bobbin case. z Open the hook cover toward you. q Hook cover x Hold and open the latch of the bobbin case. -
Page 21: Inserting The Bobbin Case
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Inserting the bobbin case Hold the bobbin case with the latch and insert the bobbin case into the hook, aligning the rib with the notch. Push the bobbin case as far as it will go and release the latch. -
Page 22: Threading The Needle
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Threading the Needle The threading path of all needles is similar. Review the threading procedure of the first needle when threading other needles. NOTE: Rayon threads are recommended for needles to achieve a better result. - Page 23 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine b Draw the thread down and pass it through the right hole in the guide plate. q Right hole in the guide plate n Pass the thread through the eye of the right check spring.
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Page 24: Threading The Needle With The Needle Threader
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Threading the needle with the needle threader z Hold the needle threader with a triangle mark facing up. Insert the thread into the Y-notch of the threader from the right. q Triangle mark... -
Page 25: Setting The Fabric In The Embroidery Hoop
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Setting the Fabric in the Embroidery Hoop z Attach stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric. Mark the centerlines for pattern placement on the right side of the fabric. q Fabric... -
Page 26: Setting The Embroidery Hoop
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Setting the Embroidery Hoop Hold the setting plate with both hands and insert them under the holder clips. Slide the hoop on the hoop supporter until the holes catch the positioning pins on the hoop supporter. -
Page 27: Section 2. Basic Operation
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine SECTION 2. BASIC OPERATION Basic Operation with the Sub Control Panel Machine operating buttons q Start/Stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The button glows red when the machine is stitching, and green, when the machine has stopped. -
Page 28: Lcd Screen
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine LCD screen z When turning the power on, the LCD screen will W: 00 show [W:00]. Press the ENTER button and the hoop will move to the home position. q LCD screen... -
Page 29: Machine Settings
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Machine Settings Press the MODE button to select the item you wish to change the setting. M1 00001 01/13 1 The selected item will blink. Press the MODE button to select the next item or press the ENTER button to change the setting of the selected item. -
Page 30: Starting To Embroider
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Starting to Embroider M1 00001 01/13 1 z Select the pattern you wish to sew. The LCD screen shows the Ready to sew mode display. NOTE: The embroidery result may vary depending on the fabric and threads used. - Page 31 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine b Press the START/STOP button, the LCD screen will show the reminder asking you to confirm the hoop type to be used. y START/STOP button u Reminder display NOTE: If you press the START/STOP button when the tension release lever is in the open position, a warning sign [W:03] will appear.
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Page 32: Removing The Hoop
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Removing the Hoop z Hold the setting plates with both hands and lift the front side of the setting plates to release them from the positioning pins. Slide the hoop toward you and remove it from the machine. -
Page 33: Adjusting The Thread Tension
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Adjusting the Thread Tension Adjusting the needle thread tension Adjust the needle thread tension by turning the tension dial so that a small amount of the needle thread shows on the wrong side of the fabric. -
Page 34: Replacing The Needle
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Replacing the Needle WARNING: Always make sure to turn the power off before replacing the needle. Checking the needle Check the needle regularly and replace it with new one if it is bent or dull. -
Page 35: Basic Operation Of The Optional Rcs Unit
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Basic Operation of the Optional RCS Unit Machine operating buttons q Start/Stop button Press this button to start or stop the machine. The button glows red when the machine is stitching, and green, that the machine has stopped. -
Page 36: Function Keys
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Function keys CAUTION: Do not press the LCD touch panel with hard or sharp pointed objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like. Press the LCD touch panel and buttons gently. Rough or forceful pressing may damage the unit. -
Page 37: On-Screen Help Movie
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine On-screen Help Movie Press the help (?) key to open the help movie menu. You can view 6 help topics of essential operations. q Help key Select the help topic you wish to view by pressing ? Winding the bobbin the arrow keys and press the OK key. -
Page 38: Disconnecting The Rcs Unit
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Disconnecting the RCS Unit You can use the RCS unit to control two or more 88x90mm 88x90mm machines. 21 min 21 min After setting up the first machine, press the MENU key... -
Page 39: Section 3. Advanced Operation With The Optional Rcs Unit
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine SECTION 3. ADVANCED OPERATION WITH THE OPTIONAL RCS UNIT Selecting the Embroidery Patterns When turning the power on, the LCD touch panel will Keep hand clear. show the opening window, then a warning message Carriage will now move to set position. -
Page 40: Selecting The Built-In Designs
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Selecting the built-in designs There are 50 ready to sew embroidery designs categorized by hoop size. To view the designs on the next page, press the next page key. q Next page key Press the previous page key to go back to the previous page. - Page 41 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Press the pattern selection key and the Ready to sew window will open. q Pattern selection key The stitch image of the selected pattern and a list of the thread color assignment to each needle bar along with the sewing information are displayed on the screen.
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Page 42: Manual Color Assignment
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Manual color assignment Thread colors are automatically assigned to the needle bar in the optimum order. However, you can change the color assignment manually. 88x90mm 21 min If a new pattern has a thread color that is same as... -
Page 43: Monogramming
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Monogramming There are 3 pages of the monogramming window. Press the page key to show the next or previous page. q Page keys Page 1: Roman alphabets and spaces Page 2: Numerals, punctuation marks and symbols... -
Page 44: Function Keys
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Function keys Font selection Press the circle key next to font icon to open the font selection window. q Circle key (font selection) Press the arrow keys to select the desired font or border patterns. -
Page 45: Entering The Characters
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Entering the characters Example: “Jump” in Gothic font Select Gothic font. Press the desired alphabet key to enter characters. Enter upper case “J”. Press the circle key next to the letter case icon to switch to the lower case. -
Page 46: Correcting The Text
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Correcting the text To delete a character: Press the arrow key to move the cursor under the character to delete. Press the circle key next to the delete icon. q Arrow keys... -
Page 47: Placement Of Monogramming
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Placement of monogramming You can select from one of the 3 placements for monogramming. 59x22mm 4 min Press the circle key next to the placement icon to 1 / 1 Color... -
Page 48: Multi-Color Monogramming
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Multi-color monogramming You can sew a multi-color monogramming by assigning different thread color to each character. 59x22mm 4 min 1 / 1 Color z Press the circle key next to the right arrow icon 1 / 1012 ST to show the alternate function key assignment. -
Page 49: Editing
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Editing In the editing mode, you can modify and combine the embroidery patterns and monograms. z Press the circle key next to the editing icon. q Circle key (editing) x The editing window will open. -
Page 50: Editing Functions
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Editing Functions Selecting the hoop Press the circle key next to the hoop icon. Edit q Circle key (hoop) The function key assignment will change to the hoop type selection. The following hoop types are available:... -
Page 51: Moving The Pattern
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Moving the pattern Edit To move the pattern on the editing screen, press and drag the pattern to the desired location with your fingertip. You can move the selected pattern also by pressing the arrow keys. -
Page 52: Deleting The Pattern
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Deleting the pattern Edit Select the pattern to delete by pressing the pattern image in the editing screen. The selected pattern is indicated with a green frame. Press the circle key next to the delete icon to delete the selected pattern. -
Page 53: Duplicating The Pattern
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Duplicating the pattern Press the circle key next to the copy icon to duplicate the pattern. q Circle key (duplicate) NOTE: The original pattern will be superimposed with a copy. Move the copy to show the original pattern. -
Page 54: Monogramming In An Arc
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Monogramming in an arc You can make a monogramming in an upper or lower arc. z Enter the characters in the editing mode. Press the circle key next to the arc icon. -
Page 55: Customizing The Color Setting
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Customizing the color setting The background color of the editing screen and section color of the pattern image can be changed to simulate the actual colors of the fabric and threads. -
Page 56: Combining The Patterns And Lettering
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Combining the Patterns and Lettering z Press the MENU key. Edit q MENU key x Press the circle key next to the built-in pattern Edit icon. w Circle key (built-in) e OK key Press Corresponding Function Button. - Page 57 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine m Move the flipped pattern to the left bottom corner of the editing screen by using the arrow keys or by Edit dragging it with your fingertip. i Arrow keys , Make a duplicate of the pattern and flip it Edit vertically.
- Page 58 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ⁄2 Press the circle key next to the arc icon. !1 Circle key (arc) ⁄2 Edit ⁄3 Press the circle key next to the lower arc icon to ⁄3 Edit make a lower arc.
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Page 59: Grouping The Patterns
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Grouping the patterns You can move more than one pattern at one time by grouping the patterns. Press the circle key next to the grouping icon. q Circle key (grouping) The patterns in the editing window will be combined as a single group. -
Page 60: Starting To Embroider
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Starting to Embroider z Select the pattern you wish to sew. The LCD touch panel shows the Ready to sew window. NOTE: 88x90mm The embroidery result may vary depending on the... - Page 61 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine v Press the START/STOP button, the LCD screen will show the reminder asking you to confirm the hoop type to be used. 88x90mm e START/STOP button 21 min 1 / 5 Colors...
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Page 62: Customizing The Settings With The Sub Control Panel
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Customizing the Settings with the Sub Control Panel Press the MODE button until the LCD screen shows SET blinking. Press the ENTER button to start the My setting mode. q MODE button... -
Page 63: Formatting The Memory
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine [04] Formatting the memory If the internal memory does not function due to damage to the memory bank, you need to re-enable it by formatting the memory. NOTE: If you format all the data stored in the memory will be erased and cannot be restored. -
Page 64: Reminder Message On/Off
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine [08] Reminder message ON/OFF When you press the START/STOP button, a reminder message will appear on the LCD screen. However, you can turn off the reminder. Press the right arrow button to indicate [OFF] to turn off the reminder. -
Page 65: Jump Thread Trimming On/Off
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine [12] Jump thread trimming ON/OFF If you wish to trim jump threads automatically, press the right arrow button to indicate [ON]. Press the left arrow button to disable the jump thread trimming. -
Page 66: Resume Mode On/Off
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine [15] Resume mode ON/OFF When resume mode is enabled, the last stitch of the pattern sewn before turning the power off will be resumed when the power is turned on again. -
Page 67: Mm/Inch Option
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine [18] mm/inch option You can select “millimeter” or “inch” for measuring unit displayed on the screen. Press the right or left arrow button select [mm] or [inch]. Press the ENTER button to register the new setting or press the upward arrow button go to the next setting. -
Page 68: Customizing The Settings With The Optional Rcs Unit
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Customizing the Settings with the Optional RCS Unit The machine settings and LCD screen display can be customized with the RCS unit. Press the SET key and the setting mode window will open. - Page 69 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine v Resume mode ON/OFF When resume mode is enabled, the last stitch of the pattern sewn before turning the power off will be resumed when the power is turned on again.
- Page 70 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine , Machine ID and name When connecting two or three units of the machine to the PC at the same time, you need to assign the Rename Eco Mode identification number and name to each machine.
- Page 71 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine . Formatting the memory If the internal memory or media does not function due to damage to the memory bank, you need to re-enable Format it by formatting the memory. Press the arrow key (up or down) to select the desired memory location.
- Page 72 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ⁄1 Grid size The grid size of the editing screen can be changed by ⁄1 pressing the circle key next to “+” or “–“. You can select one of 3 sizes, 10 mm, 20 mm and...
- Page 73 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ⁄5 Selecting the thread brand There are 8 kinds of embroidery threads to choose ⁄5 from. Press the circle key next to the upward or downward Thread selection arrow to move the cursor (red arrow) to select the...
- Page 74 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ⁄7 Reminder message ON/OFF ⁄7 When you press the START/STOP button, a reminder message will appear on the LCD touch panel. Color Control However, you can turn off the reminder. Reminder to Start...
- Page 75 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ¤0 Setting the trim tail length ¤0 Some times you need to adjust the tail length of the thread being trimmed depending on the thickness and type of the thread. Trim Tail Length Press the circle key next to “+”...
- Page 76 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ¤4 Jump thread trimming ON/OFF ¤4 If you wish to trim jump threads automatically, press the circle key next to “ON”. SET8 A check mark will appear in the box. Jump Thread Trimming Number of Jumps Press the circle key next to “OFF”...
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Page 77: Language Selection
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine ¤7 Hoop position adjustment ON/OFF ¤7 (after starting embroidery) The hoop position can be adjusted before sewing SET8 each layer (section) or even in the middle of Jump Thread Trimming embroidering. -
Page 78: File Management
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine File Management Saving the Pattern as a File z Press the circle key next to the save file icon in 240x200mm 59 min the Ready to Sew mode. 1 / 13 Colors... -
Page 79: Creating A New Folder
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Creating a new folder z If you wish to create a new folder, press the circle Save File key next to the New. Location : 0.1/3MB q Circle key (new) Rename... -
Page 80: Opening A File
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Opening a file You can open embroidery data files from the internal memory of the machine, RCS unit and memory devices such as the optional ATA PC card, USB memory and CD-ROM drive. -
Page 81: Deleting The Folder
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Deleting the folder z To delete the unnecessary folders, press the circle Delete Open File Location : 0.1/3MB key next to the delete icon in the folder list window Rename and press the folder icon you wish to delete. -
Page 82: Section 4. Optional Items Pc Design Cards
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine SECTION 4. OPTIONAL ITEMS PC Design Cards You can open embroidery patterns from the PC Design cards using the RCS unit. Inserting the PC Design card Insert the PC Design card into the card slot on the RCS unit with the front side of the card facing toward you. -
Page 83: Usb Memory
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine USB Memory The RCS unit is compatible with the USB memory, which can be used to save and transfer the files between the machine and your PC. The USB memory is available at camera shops, PC supplies stores etc. -
Page 84: Cd-Rom Drive
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine CD-ROM Drive NOTE: Do not use any other CD-ROM drive than the exclusive CD-ROM drive, which is available from authorized dealers. Insert the mini USB connector into the USB port on the back of the CD-ROM drive. -
Page 85: Section 5. Care And Maintenance Cleaning The Hook
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine SECTION 5. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before cleaning the hook area. Open the hook cover and remove the bobbin case. Clean the inside of the hook with the lint brush. -
Page 86: Cleaning The Auto Thread Cutter Mechanism
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Cleaning the Auto Thread Cutter Mechanism CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before cleaning the auto thread cutter mechanism. z Loosen the 2 setscrews on the needle plate with the offset screwdriver. -
Page 87: Oiling
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Oiling CAUTION: Turn the power switch off before oiling. If you use the machine frequently, oil the needle bars every two weeks and oil the hook race every day. Clip the tip of the oiler with scissors. - Page 88 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine If you use the machine frequently, oil the following points every four months. z Turn the machine on and select pattern #1. Move the head to the right most position by selecting needle bar #4.
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Page 89: Error Messages
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Error Messages Error Message Error Description Remedy Communication error with the Turn the power switch off and turn it on again. E : 00 RCS unit Initializing error Turn the power switch off and turn it on again. -
Page 90: Troubleshooting
Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Troubleshooting Cause Reference Problem See page 13. The machine does not run. 1. The machine is not plugged in correctly. 2. The threads are jammed in the hook or Remove jamming threads. - Page 91 Janome MB4 Embroidery Machine Instruction Manual MB-4 Embroidery Machine Troubleshooting Reference Cause Problem See pages 30. 1. The needle thread tension is too tight. The fabric puckers. 2. The fabric is not stretched tight enough in the See page 22.
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