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Janome mc9400p Instruction Book

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    Instruction book.

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    1 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 ris...

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    2 table of contents essential parts names of parts......................................................................... 3 standard accessories .............................................................. 4 accessory storage ................................................................... 5 ...

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    3 essential parts names of parts @6 @7 @9 #4 #6 #7 #0 #1 #2 q w e r t y u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @0 @1 @2 @3 @4 @5 @6 @7 @8 @9 #0 #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 $0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 $6 $7 $8 thread take-up lever reference chart top cover touch panel stylus holder foot storage compartment bobbin ...

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    4 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 open toe satin stitch foot f2 darning foot pd-h free motion quilting closed-toe foot qc free motion quilting...

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    5 extension table the extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be removed for free-arm sewing. Q extension table wfree-arm to detach: draw the table out to the left. To attach: slide the table on the base and push the table to the right. Free-arm sewing free-arm sewing is used for st...

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    6 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 machine socket e. C insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t, and turn the power switch q on. Q power switch w machine plug e machine socket r power s...

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    7 controlling sewing speed speed control slider you can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left. Q w e foot control pressing on t...

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    8 press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch immediately. The machine will automatically stop. When the machine is stopped, press the auto-lock button to blink the led signal u. The machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop when the machine is started. • when any o...

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    9 q w e r t r q open file key (refer to page 56, 66) press this key and the open file window will open. You can open pattern combinations and monograms saved in the machine’s internal memory or on a usb flash drive. W set mode key (refer to page 86) press this key to enter the setting mode. You can ...

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    10 extra spool pin use the extra spool pin when you need to wind a bobbin without unthreading the machine while working on a sewing project. Insert the extra spool pin into the hole as shown. Place a spool of thread on the extra spool pin and fix the spool with the spool holder. Q extra spool pin w ...

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    11 r e t y i u o v put the bobbin t on the bobbin winder spindle y. T bobbin y bobbin winder spindle b pass the thread to the bobbin. Hold the thread with both hands and wind it around the bobbin clockwise several times. N insert the thread into one of the slits i of the flange plate u and pull the ...

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    12 z x c v 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. Gu...

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    13 c threading the machine caution: always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before threading the machine. R t t u y i o !0 v b n m , 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 ...

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    14 n pull the thread loop to take the thread end out through the needle eye to the rear. Note: if the thread is caught in the hook and the thread loop is not formed, remove the thread from the hook and pull it to take the thread end out through the needle eye. B raise the threader slowly so a loop o...

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    15 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 ...

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    16 replacing needles caution: always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the needle. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key. Q lockout key loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle fro...

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    17 replacing the presser foot caution: always make sure to press the lockout key to before replacing the presser foot. Use the proper foot for the selected pattern. The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button. Press the lockout key. Q needle u...

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    18 removing and attaching the foot holder remove the foot holder before using the dual feed foot or darning foot. Caution: always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout the machine before replacing the foot holder. Removing the foot holder raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down butto...

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    19 w q e w attaching the dual feed foot attach the dual feed holder to the presser bar. Q dual feed holder tighten the thumbscrew with your fingers. Push the dual feed link to engage it with upper feed drive. W dual feed link e upper feed drive lower the presser foot lifter. Lower the needle to the ...

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    20 v push down on the mark of the needle plate until it locks in place. Make sure the warning message disappears and the straight stitch is automatically selected. Turn the hand wheel slowly and make sure that the needle does not hit the needle plate. Press the lockout key to unlock. Y mark caution:...

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    21 knee lifter the knee lifter is extremely helpful when sewing patchwork, quilting etc, since it allows you to handle the fabric while your knee controls the presser foot. Attaching the knee lifter match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the knee lifter socket and insert the knee lift...

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    22 dropping the feed dog the feed dog can be lowered for sewing on buttons, free motion quilting etc. Shift the drop feed lever toward you to lower the feed dog. Q drop feed lever w feed dog shift the drop feed lever away from you to raise the feed dog, it will return to the up position when you sta...

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    23 ordinary sewing mode ordinary stitch patterns in the ordinary sewing mode, there are 4 categories available. Q utility stitches, buttonhole and specialty stitches w decorative and quilting stitches e monogramming r sewing applications press one of the icon keys to select the category. Note: in th...

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    24 r r sewing applications you can select the appropriate stitch for a specific sewing project and fabric type from the designated application in this category. Q w e r function keys in ordinary sewing mode q foot-up key if this option is turned on, the needle stops at the down position and the pres...

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    25 t y u i o t program key press this key to program a pattern combination. When this key is pressed, the delete key, mirror image keys, save file key and cursor keys will appear. Y ve rtical mirror image key press this key to sew a vertical mirror image of the selected pattern (refer to page 58). U...

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    26 q 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. Pull the needle thread towards the rear and lower the foot. Note: pull the needle thread to the left when using satin stitch foot f, open-toe satin stitch foo...

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    27 w q cutting threads to cut the threads after finishing sewing, press the thread cutter button. The needle bar and presser foot will automatically go up after trimming the threads. W thread cutter button note: the thread cutter button does not function when the presser foot is up or the led signal...

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    28 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. Th...

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    29 q w e sewing with the dual feed device patterns u1 to u4 and q1 to q4 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. It also eliminates layer slippage. See page 19 for how to attach the du...

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    30 u11 basting see page 78 for sewing instructions. Zigzag stitches u8, u9 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. U10 multiple zigzag stitches thes...

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    31 variety of overcasting stitches u10 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. After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the sti...

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    32 q w w e (4.5) (−) (+) (3.0) (−) (+) (−) (+) (−) (+) 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 settin...

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    33 q w 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 ...

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    34 q 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 q (refer to page 91), the ...

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    35 u16 hemstitch use this stitch for fagoting or decorative stitch. U12 backward stitch u12 is backward stitch. Use the stitch if it is hard to guide the fabric while pressing the reverse button. The machine sews in reverse without pressing the reverse button so that you can guide the fabric with bo...

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    36 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 butto...

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    37 sewing z pull the button holder to the back, and place the button in it. Push it together tightly on the button. Q button holder note: check the length of the test buttonhole, and adjust the buttonhole length if necessary by turning the adjusting screw on the buttonhole foot. To increase the butt...

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    38 c draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of the foot. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and place it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at the starting point by turning the hand wheel. Y starting point c y v b i v lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever...

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    39 n m , m after you finish buttonhole sewing, push the buttonhole lever up as far as it will go. , place a pin just below the bartack at each end to prevent accidentally cutting the threads. Cut the opening with the seam ripper. Use an eyelet puncher to open a keyhole buttonhole. N the buttonhole i...

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    40 w e r q manual settings when you press the setting bar, the manual setting window expands to show more options. Q setting bar 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 0.20 to 1.00. W alte...

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    41 c place the fabric between the buttonhole foot and stabilizer plate. Lower the needle into the starting point by turning the hand wheel. Lower the foot and buttonhole lever. Start the machine while pulling the needle thread lightly to the left. After sewing a few stitches, free the thread and con...

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    42 q q 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. After sewing a...

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    43 to sew another buttonhole in a different size press the x key on the dialog box. Note: to cut the buttonhole opening, refer to the instructions on page 39. The memorized length will be cancelled if the presser foot is raised or the startover key is pressed before buttonhole is completed. Q c star...

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    44 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 37-39). 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 ...

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    45 b11 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....

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    46 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 r t q r w e r u y u y u y u m , . ⁄0 ⁄1 ⁄2 ⁄3 , fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth three times over the trian...

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    47 q w c cut the filler cord at both ends as close to the buttonhole as possible. Note: do not adjust the opening width wider than 0.8. Set the stitch width in accordance with the thickness of the cord used. To cut the buttonhole opening, refer to the instructions on page 39. Corded buttonhole to se...

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    48 speciality stitches see page 79, 80 and 49 for referring sewing instructions of b12, b14 and b15. R z x c e r r z attach the automatic buttonhole foot r and pull the button holder all the way out. Place the fabric under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Then lower the foot. Q ...

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    49 b15 eyelet the eyelet is used for belt holes, etc. Attach the satin stitch foot f. To sew: place the garment under the foot and lower the needle to the starting point. Sew until the machine stops automatically. Q starting point open the eyelet with an awl, puncher or pointed scissors. Q to correc...

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    50 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 81.) heirloom stitches (h): 3 pages th...

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    51 quilting stitches (q): 6 pages stitches in this group are for patchwork and quilting. (refer to pages 54, 82-85.) 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. (refer to page 55.).

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    52 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. Patterns br5 and br7 will inherit the needle drop position and stitch leng...

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    53 long stitches (l): 1 page patterns in this group are ideal for decorating garments and for adding border trims. Pictograph stitches (p): 2 pages play stitches (pl): 1 page there are many cute designs, fancy motifs and calligraphy available in these groups. Created stitches (cs) in this section, y...

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    54 w q 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. Q quilting guide bar w...

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    55 x1 x2 x3 x4 x5 q r w e s1-s14 decorative satin stitches elongation ratio patterns s1 to s14 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 “+” key...

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    56 q w to delete the pattern, press the delete key and select the pattern to delete. A confirmation message will appear. Press the ok key to delete the pattern. W delete key note: • up to 40 patterns can be saved in this group. • twin needle sewing is not available for the created stitches. Created ...

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    57 q 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. Do not use twin needles...

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    58 bridge stitches bridge stitches are used for inserting straight stitches after a stitch pattern. If you want more space between french knots (d5), for example, insert pattern br5 after pattern d5. Two counts of straight stitches are added to pattern d5. Note: patterns br5 and br7 will inherit the...

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    59 w q r e e t editing a pattern combination deleting a pattern the pattern before the cursor or shown in blue 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 im...

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    60 first pattern startover if you wish to start sewing from the beginning of the first pattern of the combination, press the startover key twice and start the machine. E startover key (first pattern) r first pattern note: if auto thread cutting is done, the machine will startover from the first patt...

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    61 e checking pattern combination length you can check the total length of the pattern combination by pressing on the pattern combination length key indicated in the manual setting window. Press the setting bat to open the manual setting window. Q setting bar w pattern combination length key the rea...

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    62 function keys t cursor key press the cursor key to move the cursor up or down. Y ed it box press the edit box to view the entire monogram. U le tter size key press this key to select the full size (l) or small size (s). I letter case key press this key to select the upper case or lower case. O de...

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    63 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 ap...

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    64 press the letter case key and select lower case letters. Enter “a” and “f”. Press the page key e 3 times to go to the page 4 of 5. Press the letter case key. Enter “é”. Note: use a blue tip needle for sewing a monogram. Apply a sheet of stabilizer to fine fabrics or stretch fabrics. Test sew to c...

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    65 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 a usb port for usb flash drive. Press the save file key after programming a pattern combination, and the save file window will open. Q sa...

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    66 q select the memory location; either the machine’s internal memory or a usb flash drive. The “ordf” folder will appear. Note: • if you created any folders before, those folders will also appear. • if you cannot find the desired folder or the file in the page, press the next or previous page key w...

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    67 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...

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    68 q e w r q w e r 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...

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    69 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...

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    70 (a) (b) q w e r e y t i u 2.8 mm 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. E 0.5 cm (1/4˝) (a) medium to heavy fabrics: the raw edge should be overcasted. (b) fine fabrics: fold the raw edge 1 cm (1/2˝). R 1 cm (1/2˝) position t...

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    71 q r e w altering blind hem stitch width press the “+” key in the row w to increase the stitch width e . 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 “+” or “–” key in the row q. Shell tuck select “shell tuck”. The follo...

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    72 q e w 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˝) w...

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    73 q w lock-a-matic place the right sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the opening leaving a 2 cm (3/4˝) allowance. T 2 cm (3/4˝) basting baste the zipper opening. Lapped zipper sewing press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing window will open. Press the sewing step icon and...

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    74 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 lower the foot onto the topside at the bottom of ...

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    75 q w q basting replace the foot with the zigzag foot a. Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together. Qbasting 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...

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    76 w t e r w q basting lock-a-matic y u i !0 o concealed zipper sewing (optional) press the concealed zipper icon and the window will show the step-by-step icon keys. Lock-a-matic attach the zigzag foot a. Place the right sides of the fabric together and sew to the end of the opening with a 2 cm (3/...

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    77 2 cm (3/4˝) 2 cm (3/4˝) q q w e r 0.3 cm left of teeth raise the foot and replace it with the concealed zipper foot z. Remove the basting stitches. Open zipper and insert the pull tab between fabric and zipper tape to allow the slider to reach the stopper. Q pull tab stitching tape turn and fold ...

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    78 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. Pull the bobbin threads to contract the ...

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    79 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 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 th...

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    80 → → q e r w manual tacking start the machine and sew to the required length e, then press the reverse button w. This sets the tack length r. Continue sewing until the machine stops automatically. E required length note: the maximum length of tacking is 1.5 cm (5/8˝). Tacking tacking is used to re...

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    81 m r e w r 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. M...

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    82 w 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˝ seam foot o, which helps you to keep a cons...

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    83 q w q e t w r y 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 clasp stitches you can...

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    84 q w foot height for free motion quilting when “straight stitch 2” or “zigzag stitch 2” is selected, the height of down position of the free motion quilting feet (qc, qo, qv) is optimized automatically. However, you can fine tune the foot height according to the quilt thickness. Place the fabric u...

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    85 q -m w -m q -l w -l e -m e -l hand-look quilt stitches use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin. The bobbin thread is pulled up on the right side of the fabric and the stitches will look as if sewn by hand. Variable zigzag this unique feature allows ...

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    86 w e r y t q 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 3 keys to select the mode to customize. W co ...

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    87 r standby timer the sewing lights will turn off and the machine will enter standby mode if you do not use the machine within the time period set by this timer. Doing any operation will turn the lights and screen on again. The standby timer can be set from 1 to 30 minutes. If you wish to turn off ...

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    88 note: the quiet sign o will appear on the right upper corner of the screen, sound volume on the common settings, and the adjustable start-up speed on the ordinary sewing settings when the quiet mode option is on. U i u quiet mode if you prefer the machine to run more quietly, turn on this option ...

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    89 !0 background color you can select from the colorful wallpapers for the background of the visual touch screen by pressing the relevant icon. !0 !1 reset all to defaults press the yes key to reset all the parameters to the original values (factory settings). Press the ok key to register the new se...

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    90 e r t y e 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 ind...

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    91 !0 !1 !2 !3 !1 favorite stitch adjustment if you wish to save the changes to manual stitch settings, turn on this option by pressing the on key. If this option if turned off, the manual stitch setting will be cleared when turn the power switch off. Press the delete icon !3 to clear the manual sti...

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    92 language selection mode select the desired language and press the ok key. The visual touch screen shows messages in the selected language. Correcting distorted stitch patterns the sewing results of the stitch patterns may vary depending upon sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fa...

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    93 cleaning the hook area clean the hook area at least once a month. Z turn the power switch off and unplug the machine. Remove the needle plate (refer to page 20). Remove the needle and presser foot. Take out the bobbin and bobbin holder. Q bobbin holder x clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush....

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    94 cleaning the inside of the thread guide clean the inside of the thread guide plate under the top cover at least once a month. Z remove the needle thread and remove the thread guide plate by pulling it up. Q thread guide plate q w e x remove lint and dust from the brush on the underside of the thr...

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    95 warning sign cause try this 1. The start/stop button is pressed with the foot control connected. Disconnect the foot control. The foot control is out of order. Contact the service center or the store from whom the machine was purchased. The bobbin winder spindle is shifted to the right. Shift the...

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    96 troubleshooting condition cause reference the needle thread breaks 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly. 2. The needle thread tension is too tight. 3. The needle is bent or blunt. 4. The needle is incorrectly inserted. 5. The needle thread is not set under the presser foot when start sew...

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    97 stitch chart * stitch patterns marked with grey can be flipped vertically. (horizontal mirror image) utility(u) buttonhole (b) applique (a) heirloom (h) quilt (q) satin (s) bridge (br) decorative (d) long (l) pictograph (p) play (pl) stitches for the straight stitch needle plate.

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    98 stitch chart (monogram) block script block (9mm).

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    863-800-306 (eng).