Janome Skyline S9 Owner Manual

Instruction Book
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug
this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before
cleaning.
WARNING— To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
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Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this owner’s manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this owner’s manual.
Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if
it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
Return this sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of this sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
Do not use outdoors.
Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle and/or cutting blade.
Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
Do not use bent needles.
Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
Switch this sewing machine off (“O”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot, and
the like.
Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any other adjustments mentioned in this owner’s manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Europe only:
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. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
For outside Europe (except U.S.A and Canada):
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.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant
National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your
retailer for guidance. (European Union only)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Speciality Stitches....................................................54-55
B13 Darning................................................................... 54
B15, B16 Eyelet............................................................. 55
Decorative Stitches..................................................56-65
Decorative Stitch Groups.........................................56-60
Quilting(Q)..................................................................... 61
Using the Quilting Guide Bar......................................... 61
Q1-Q3 Patchwork Piecing............................................. 61
Angle Scales on the Needle Plate................................. 61
Q54-Q55 Hand-look quilt stitches................................. 61
S1-S20 Decorative Satin Stitches................................. 62
Elongation Ratio............................................................ 62
Tapering........................................................................ 63
Created Stitches(CS)..................................................... 64
Twin Needle Sewing...................................................... 65
ESSENTIAL PARTS
Names of Parts.............................................................4-5
Embroidery unit case...................................................... 5
Standard Accessories.................................................. 6-7
Accessory Storage.......................................................... 8
Extension Table............................................................... 8
Free-arm sewing............................................................. 8
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply......................................... 9
Operating Instructions:.................................................... 9
Controlling Sewing Speed............................................. 10
Foot Control................................................................... 10
Machine Operating Buttons............................................11
Touch Panel Keys.......................................................... 12
Winding the Bobbin...................................................13-14
Inserting the Bobbin...................................................... 15
Threading the Machine................................................. 16
Built-in Needle Threader............................................... 17
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread..................................... 18
Replacing Needles........................................................ 19
Fabric and Needle Chart............................................... 19
Replacing the Presser Foot........................................... 20
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder..................... 21
Attaching the Dual Feed Foot....................................... 22
Attaching the Darning Foot PD-H.................................. 23
Attaching the Embroidery Foot P.................................. 23
Attaching the Couching Foot PC-1 or PC-2.................. 23
Replacing the Needle Plate........................................... 24
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot........................ 25
Knee Lifter..................................................................... 25
Dropping the Feed Dog................................................. 26
Programming a Pattern Combination
Mirror Image of Patterns................................................ 66
Bridge Stitches.............................................................. 66
Editing a Pattern Combination...................................... 67
Deleting a Pattern.......................................................... 67
Inserting a Pattern......................................................... 67
Startover Key................................................................. 68
Checking Pattern Combination Length......................... 69
Monogramming............................................................. 70
Function Keys................................................................ 70
Manual Thread Tension................................................. 71
Individual Thread Tension Adjustment.......................... 71
Unified Thread Tension Adjustment.............................. 71
Spacing......................................................................... 71
Reducing the Size of Letters......................................... 71
Programming a Monogram........................................... 72
Saving a Pattern Combination....................................... 73
Opening a Pattern Combination.....................................74
ORDINARY SEWING MODE
Ordinary Stitch Patterns................................................ 27
Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode................. 28-29
Utility Stitches................................................................ 30
Straight Stitches............................................................ 30
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric.......................... 30
Changing Sewing Direction........................................... 30
Turning a Square Corner............................................... 30
Securing Seams............................................................ 31
Cutting Threads............................................................. 31
Needle Plate Guides..................................................... 31
Variety of Straight Stitches....................................... 32-34
Sewing with the Dual Feed Device................................ 33
Zigzag Stitches.............................................................. 34
Variety of Overcasting Stitches..................................... 35
Manual Stitch Settings.................................................. 36
Adjusting Thread Tension.............................................. 37
Adjusting Foot Pressure Control................................... 37
Foot up for Pivoting....................................................... 37
Favorite Stitch Adjustment............................................ 38
Cloth Guide................................................................... 39
Other Utility Stitches................................................. 40-41
Variety of Buttonholes................................................... 42
B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole................................43-46
Using the Stabilizer Plate.............................................. 47
B2 Automatic (square) Buttonhole............................48-49
Other Buttonholes......................................................... 50
B11 Welted Buttonhole (Bound Buttonhole)............. 51-52
Corded Buttonhole........................................................ 53
Sewing Application
Sewing Applications...................................................... 75
Seaming........................................................................ 76
Overedge....................................................................... 77
Blind Hem................................................................. 78-79
Shell Tuck...................................................................... 79
Rolled Hem.................................................................... 80
Zipper Sewing.......................................................... 81-83
Concealed Zipper Sewing (optional)........................84-85
Gathering....................................................................... 86
Basting.......................................................................... 86
Button Sewing............................................................... 87
Tacking.......................................................................... 88
Applique........................................................................ 89
Patchwork...................................................................... 90
Quilting.......................................................................... 91
Straight Stitches (with dual feed)................................... 91
Clasp Stitches............................................................... 91
Free Quilting.................................................................. 92
One Stitch Off................................................................ 92
Foot Height for Free Motion Quilting............................. 92
Sculpture Stitches......................................................... 92
Hand-look Quilt Stitches................................................ 93
Variable Zigzag.............................................................. 93
Maximum Zigzag Width Adjustment.............................. 93
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Customizing the display colors.................................. 138
Grouping patterns..................................................... 139
Color grouping........................................................... 140
Single color sewing....................................................141
Embroidery Lace Designs.....................................142-143
Placement guides of “Designs for fabric”.................... 143
Lace Design RE20a-1...........................................144-147
Connecting Lace Design RE20a-1 (Designs for water
soluble stabilizer).................................................145-147
Free Arm Embroidery.................................................. 148
Couching Designs.................................................149-151
CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS
Machine Setting Mode.................................................. 94
Common Setting Mode............................................94-97
Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode.............................. 98-101
Wi-Fi Setting Mode................................................102-104
Language Selection Mode.......................................... 105
Correcting Distorted Stitch Patterns............................ 105
EMBROIDERY MODE
Embroidery Unit................................................... 106-108
Attaching the embroidery unit................................... 106
Extending the carriage arm....................................... 107
Detaching the embroidery unit.................................. 108
Attaching the Embroidery Foot................................... 109
Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate...................110
Special Bobbin Holder for Embroidery......................... 111
Embroidery Hoops.......................................................112
Stabilizers.....................................................................113
Types of the stabilizers.................................................113
Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop...................114
Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine..........115
Thread Holder..............................................................115
Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs.........................116
Monogramming............................................................117
Function keys.............................................................118
Programming a monogram........................................119
Monogram placement................................................119
2-Letter monogram.................................................... 120
Editing a monogram...................................................121
Ready to Sew Window................................................ 122
Function keys............................................................ 122
Pattern information.................................................... 122
Stitch back/forward keys........................................... 123
Jump key................................................................... 123
Cross mark................................................................ 123
Color section key....................................................... 123
Trace key.............................................................124-125
Thread color/Jog key................................................. 125
Fine position/angle adjustment key........................... 126
Rotating a design...................................................... 126
Moving a design........................................................ 126
Color list key.............................................................. 127
Adjust key.................................................................. 127
Hoop back key........................................................... 128
Embroidery foot key.................................................. 129
Starting to Sew Embroidery........................................ 130
Editing Mode................................................................131
Selecting a hoop size.................................................131
Opening the embroidery designs...............................131
Editing tool bar information........................................ 132
Selecting a pattern.................................................... 132
Moving a pattern........................................................ 132
Zooming in the editing window.................................. 133
Duplicating a pattern................................................. 133
Deleting a pattern...................................................... 134
Resizing a pattern..................................................... 134
Rotating a pattern...................................................... 135
Flipping a pattern...................................................... 135
Monogramming in an arc.......................................... 136
Sewing order............................................................. 137
Center positioning..................................................... 137
Corner layout............................................................. 137
CUSTOMIZING EMBROIDERY MODE SETTINGS
Embroidery Mode Settings....................................152-156
Saving and Opening a File.......................................... 157
Creating a new folder................................................ 157
Deleting a file or folder.............................................. 158
Opening a file............................................................ 158
Changing a name of the file or folder........................ 159
Direct PC-Link............................................................. 159
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook Area.............................................. 160
Problems and Warning Signals................................... 161
Troubleshooting.....................................................162-163
STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing................................................... 164-167
DESIGN CHART
Embroidery........................................................... 168-177
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ESSENTIAL PARTS
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Thread take-up lever
Reference chart
Top cover
Touch panel stylus holder
Foot storage compartment
Bobbin thread cutter B
Bobbin winder spindle
Bobbin thread cutter A
Hole for extra spool pin
Spool pin
Spool holder (large)
Face cover
Thread cutter
Extension table (accessory storage)
Needle plate release lever
Start/stop button
Reverse button
Auto-lock button
Needle up/down button
Presser foot lifter button
Thread cutter button
Feed balancing dial
Knee lifter socket
Speed control slider
Visual touch screen
Lower thread guide
Needle clamp screw
Needle
Zigzag foot A
Needle plate
Hook cover release button
Hook cover plate
Feed dog
Foot holder
Setscrew
Needle threader
Buttonhole lever
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#5
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#4
#3
#2
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NOTE:
To carry the sewing machine, hold the carrying handle
with your hand, and support the sewing machine with
the other hand.
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NOTE:
Sewing machine design and specifications are subject
to change without prior notice.
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Carrying handle
Handwheel
Dual feed balancing dial
Thread cutter switch jack*
USB port (type B)
USB port (type A)
Drop feed lever
Machine socket
Foot control jack
Power switch
Cover
Presser foot lifter
Dual feed drive
Embroidery unit socket
Embroidery unit
Carriage arm
Carriage arm release lever
* Thread cutter switch is the optional item.
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Embroidery unit case
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To use:
Open the flaps.
Attach the supporter as shown.
Place the embroidery unit as shown so the supporter
prevents the embroidery unit sways inside the case while
carrying.
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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 open-toe foot QO
Free motion quilting zigzag foot QV
Button sewing foot T
1/4˝ seam foot O
Dual feed holder (twin)
Dual feed holder (single)
Dual feed foot AD (twin)
Dual feed foot VD (single)
Dual feed quilt piecing foot OD (twin)
AcuFeed open toe foot UD (twin)
Dual feed zipper foot ED (single)
Embroidery foot P
Couching foot PC-1
Couching foot PC-2
Yarn guide bar
Yarn guide
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Straight stitch needle plate
Bobbin x 5 (1 set on the machine)
Needle set
Additional spool pin
Screwdriver
Lint brush
Seam ripper (buttonhole opener)
Quilting guide bar
Spool holder (large) X 2 (1 set on the
machine)
Spool holder (small) X 2
Spool holder (special) X 2
Bobbin holder cleaner
Button shank plate
Scissors
Touch panel stylus
Cloth guide
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Standard Accessories
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Embroidery hoop RE20a (with template)
Embroidery hoop FA10a (with template)
Bobbin holder for embroidery
Magnetic clamps (X4)
Felt
Stabilizers
Bobbin thread for embroidery
USB cable
Power supply cable*
Instruction book
Quick charts
Knee lifter
Foot control
Embroidery unit case
Semi-hard fabric cover
Instructional video DVD
Acutools S CD-ROM
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*The power supply cable included may differ
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Accessory Storage
The accessories can be conveniently stored in the
compartment of the extension table and the compartment
under the top cover.
To store the accessories in the compartment of the
extension table, push up the cover towards you to open
the accessory storage.
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Presser foot
Buttonhole stabilizer plate
Automatic buttonhole foot R
Dual feed foot AD (twin)
Straight stitch needle plate
Bobbin
Extra spool pin
Other accessories can be also stored in the compartment
in the extension table.
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Extension Table
The extension table provides an extended sewing area
and can be removed for free-arm sewing.
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To detach:
Draw the table out to the left.
To attach:
Slide the table on the base and push the table to the
right.
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Free-arm sewing
Free-arm sewing is used for stitching sleeves,
waistbands, pant legs or any other tubular garments.
It is also useful for darning socks or mending knees or
elbows.
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GETTING READY TO SEW
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.
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NOTE:
Make sure to use the power supply cable that came
with the machine.
If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds
before turning it on again.
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WARNING:
While in operation, always keep your eyes on the
sewing area, and do not touch any moving parts such
as the thread take-up lever, handwheel or needle.
Always turn off the power switch and unplug the
machine from the power supply:
- when leaving the machine unattended.
- when cleaning the machine.
Do not place anything on the foot control.
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If you wish to use the foot control, pull out the cord from
the foot control and insert the pin connector into the jack
on the machine.
z First make sure the power switch q is off.
xInsert the machine plug w of the power supply cable
into the machine socket e.
c Draw out the cord from the foot control and insert the
pin connector r into the jack t on the machine.
v Insert the power supply plug y into the wall outlet u,
and turn the power switch q on.
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NOTE:
The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.
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Operating Instructions:
The symbol “O” on a switch indicates the “off” position of
the switch.
For the U.S.A. and Canada only
Polarized plug (one blade wider than the other):
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended
to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not fit
fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not modify the plug in any way.
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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.
Foot Control
Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed.
The harder you press the foot control, the faster the
machine runs.
NOTE:
The machine runs at the maximum speed set by
the speed control slider when the foot control is fully
depressed.
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This machine is equipped with an automatic shutdown
safety feature to prevent overheating whenever the
machine is running overloaded. Follow the safety
instructions that appear on the visual touch screen.
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Cord storage
The cord of the foot control can be conveniently stored in
the cord storage under the base cover of the foot control.
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Operating Instructions:
Foot control model 21380 is for use with this sewing
machine.
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• When stitch pattern U1, U4, U8-U10, Q1-Q3,
BR1-BR5 or D1 is selected;
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q Start/stop button
Press this button to start or stop the machine.
The machine starts running slowly for the first few
stitches, it then runs at the speed set by the speed control
slider. The machine runs slowly as long as this button is
pressed.
The button will turn red when the machine is running, and
green when it has been stopped.
Pressing and holding this button while sewing will slow
down the sewing speed and the machine will stop when
the button is released.
NOTE:
• The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot
control is connected to the machine.
• You can select the desired start-up speed from
slow, medium or high (refer to page 98).
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• When any other stitches are selected;
Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch
at the end of current pattern. The machine will
automatically stop.
When the machine is stopped, press the auto-lock
button to blink the LED signal u. The machine will
sew a locking stitch at the end of the current pattern
and automatically stop when the machine is started.
The machine will trim the threads automatically after
locking the stitch when the auto thread cutting is
turned on (refer to page 101).
r Needle up/down button
Press this button to bring the needle bar up or down.
The machine will stop with the needle in down position.
However, you can change the needle stop position in the
machine setting mode (refer to page 98).
t Presser foot lifter button
The presser foot will go up or go down by pressing this
button.
You can also use the presser foot lifter and knee lifter to
raise and lower the presser foot (refer to page 25).
y Thread cutter button
After finish sewing, press this button to trim the threads.
The needle bar automatically rises after trimming the
threads (refer to page 31).
The LED signal i blinks when the machine trims
threads.
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• When stitch pattern U1, U4, U8-U10, Q1-Q3,
BR1-BR5 or D1 is selected;
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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.
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NOTE:
The thread cutter button does not function:
- directly after turning on the power.
- when the presser foot is raised with the foot lifter.
- after being pressed 3 times in a row.
Use the thread cutter on the face cover if the thread is
#30 or thicker (refer to page 31).
The machine will sew in reverse as long as the
reverse button is pressed. Release the button to sew
forward.
When the machine is stopped and foot control is
disconnected, the machine will sew in reverse slowly
as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the
button to stop the machine.
• When any other stitches are selected;
If you press the reverse button when sewing any other
patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop.
NOTE:
There will be particular functions of the reverse
button when stitch pattern U2, U3, B2, B13, or B14
is selected. Refer to pages 32, 48, 54 and 88 for
instructions.
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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.
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q Home key
Press this key to enter the category selection of the
selected mode (ordinary sewing mode or embroidery
mode).
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Press this key to enter into embroidery mode or to return
to ordinary sewing mode.
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Press this key and the open file window will open.
You can open pattern combinations, monograms and
embroidery designs saved in the machine’s internal
memory or on a USB flash drive.
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Press this key to enter the setting mode. You can
customize the machine settings to your preference.
The machine settings for common settings, ordinary
sewing, embroidery, Wi-Fi® * and language selection are
available in this mode.
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Press this key to view the step-by-step visual guide about
the essential parts.
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Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons except the lock
key and presser foot lifter button are deactivated.
To unlock the machine, press this key again.
u Page keys
Press the page key to display the next page or previous
page. Press and hold the page key to turn the pages
continuously.
i Touch bar
Press on the bar and slide to the right or left to display the
next page or previous page.
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Winding the Bobbin
Removing the Bobbin
Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and
remove the hook cover plate.
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Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder.
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NOTE:
Use the “J” plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked
with “J” r). Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound
paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or
damage to the bobbin holder.
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Setting the spool of thread
Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the
spool pin.
Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against
the spool of thread.
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Use the small spool holder to hold narrow or small spools
of thread.
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Use the spool holder (special) to hold the specific size of
the spool of threads as shown.
The sizes of the spools of thread are as follows;
The hole diameter of the spool has a range of 3/8˝ to
7/16˝ (9.5 to 10.5 mm)), and the spool length has a range
of 2 3/4˝ to 3˝ (70 to 75 mm).
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Firmly insert the spool holder (special) into the hole and
hold the spool as illustrated.
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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 Hole for extra spool pin
e Large spool holder
q
NOTE:
The extra spool pin is also used for twin needle
sewing.
w
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Winding the bobbin
NOTE:
Set the speed control slider at the fastest position (refer
to page 10).
z
z Pull the thread from the spool.
Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread
into the guide slot q.
Draw the thread to the left and forward around the
thread guide w.
Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around
and under the guide plate e.
q Guide slot
w Thread guide
e Guide plate
x
w
q
x Firmly pull the thread to the right while holding it with
both hands.
q
e
w
c
v
c Put the bobbin r on the bobbin winder spindle t.
r Bobbin
t Bobbin winder spindle
r
t
v Pass the thread to the bobbin.
Hold the thread with both hands and wind it around
the bobbin clockwise several times.
b
b Insert the thread into one of the slits u of the flange
plate y and pull the thread to cut.
y Flange plate
u Slit
n
n Push the bobbin to the right. The visual touch screen
will show the bobbin winding sign.
u
m
y
m Start the machine.
Stop the machine when the bobbin is fully wound and
stops spinning.
Return the bobbin winder spindle to its original
position.
,
, Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread with bobbin thread
cutter B i.
i Bobbin thread cutter B
NOTE:
For safety purposes, the machine will automatically
stop 1.5 minutes after starting bobbin winding.
i
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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
z
w
e
r
q
x Hold the bobbin with your fingertip so it does not
rotate.
Guide the thread into the front notch of the bobbin
holder.
Pull the thread to the left to pass it under the guide.
t Front notch
y Guide
x
t
y
c
c Draw the thread to the left to pass it into the guide
path marked “1”.
Make sure that the thread comes out from the side
notch of the bobbin holder.
u Guide path 1
i Side notch
u
i
i
i
v
NOTE:
If the thread does not come out from the side notch,
rethread from step z.
Wrong
Correct
v Continue to draw the thread along the guide path
marked “2” and pull the thread to the right through the
slit. The thread will be cut to a proper length and held
in place.
o Guide path 2
!0 Slit (Thread cutter)
o
!0
b
b Set the left edge of the hook cover plate into opening.
Push down the hook cover plate to fit in place.
NOTE:
Unless otherwise noted, you can start sewing without
drawing up the bobbin thread.
Refer to page 18 for how to draw up the bobbin
thread.
r
15
Threading the Machine
v
x
z
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine before threading the machine.
b
Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up
lever to the highest position.
Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. The
presser foot will go down and the upper thread tension
disks will open.
q Lockout key
c
Pass the thread in order z to m.
z Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread
into the guide slot.
w Guide slot
n
m
q
z
w
x
e
x Hold the thread with both hands and draw the thread
around the corner of the guide.
Firmly pull the thread toward you along the right
channel until the thread snaps.
e Corner of the guide
r Right channel
c Draw the thread down along the right channel and
around the bottom of the thread guide plate. Pull the
thread up along the left channel.
r Right channel
t Thread guide plate
y Left channel
r
r
c
v
u
v While holding the thread at the spool, firmly draw the
thread up and to the back of the take-up lever. Draw
the thread forward to draw it into the eye of the takeup lever.
u Eye of the take-up lever
y
t
bnm
b Then pull the thread down along the left channel and
through the lower thread guide.
i Lower thread guide
i
n Slide the thread from the right of the needle bar thread
guide to the left.
o Needle bar thread guide
o
m Thread the needle with the needle threader (refer to
the next page).
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Built-in Needle Threader
z
NOTE:
• The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16
needle.
Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended.
Do not use thread size 30 or thicker.
• The needle threader cannot be used with the twin
needle.
q
z Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle.
Press the lockout key to lock the machine.
q Needle up/down button
w Lockout key
w
x
x Draw the thread through the slit e of the needle
threader. The thread should pass under the hook r.
e Slit
r Hook
e
r
c
c Pull the thread up and slip it between the thread cutter
and face plate from behind.
Pull the thread toward you to cut.
v
v Pull down the needle threader knob as far as it will go.
b
b Raise the threader slowly so a loop of the thread is
pulled up through the needle eye.
n
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.
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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
q
z Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin
holder again and rethread the bobbin holder according
to the instructions on page 15, but leave a 10 cm (4˝)
tail of bobbin thread as shown.
q Bobbin thread
NOTE:
Do not cut the bobbin thread with the thread cutter.
w Thread cutter
w
x Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly
with your left hand.
e Needle thread
x
e
c
c Press the needle up/down button twice to lower and
raise the needle and pick up the bobbin thread.
r Needle up/down button
r
v Pull both threads 10 cm (4˝) under and behind the
presser foot.
v
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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
w
q
Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it
counterclockwise.
Remove the needle from the clamp.
w Needle clamp screw
Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat
side of the needle to the rear.
e Flat side
e
When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it
up against the stopper pin and tighten the needle clamp
screw firmly with a screwdriver.
To check needle straightness, place the flat side of the
needle onto something flat (a needle plate, glass etc.).
The gap between the needle and the flat surface should
be consistent.
r Gap
r
Never use a blunt needle.
Fabric
Lawn
Georgette
Fine
Tricot
Organza
Crepe
Sheeting
Jersey
Medium
Broadcloth
Fleece
Denim
Heavy Tweed
weight Coating
Quilting
Thread
Fabric and Needle Chart
Needle
Silk #80-100
Blue tip needle
Cotton #80-100
Universal needle
Synthetic #80-100 #9/65-11/75
Red tip needle
Silk #50
Purple tip needle
Cotton #50-80
Universal needle
Synthetic #50-80
#11/75-14/90
Red tip needle
Silk #30-50
Purple tip needle
Cotton #40-50
Universal needle
Synthetic #40-50
#14/90-16/100
NOTE:
1 x twin needle, 2 x blue tip needle (#11/75), 1 x red tip
needle (#14/90) and 1 x purple tip needle (#14/90) are
included in the needle case (Part No. 859856005).
• For general sewing, use red needle.
• Fine threads and needles should be used for sewing
fine fabrics.
• In general, use the same thread for both needle and
bobbin.
• Use a blue tip needle for sewing fine fabrics, stretch
fabrics, tricot and buttonholes to prevent skipped
stitches.
• Use a purple tip needle for sewing knits, free quilting
and across the hem to prevent skipped stitches.
• Use a stabilizer or interface to stretch or fine fabrics
to prevent seam puckering.
• Always test the thread and needle size on a small
piece of the same fabric you will use for actual
sewing.
For embroidery:
• In general, use a blue tip needle.
• Use a red tip needle or purple tip needle for thicker
fabrics.
• Use a purple tip needle for dense stitch embroidery
and Quilting designs.
• Janome bobbin thread for embroidery is
recommended for bobbin.
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Replacing the Presser Foot
z
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.
z Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down
button.
Press the lockout key.
q Needle up/down button
w Lockout key
q
w
x
c
e
x Raise the presser foot lifter.
e Presser foot lifter
c Press the black lever on the back of the foot holder.
The presser foot will drop off.
r Lever
r
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the lever, do not push it down.
u
v
v Place the presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies
just under the groove of the foot holder.
Lower the presser bar to lock the foot in place.
Each foot is marked with an identification letter.
t Pin
y Groove
u Identification letter
y
t
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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.
q
Removing the foot holder
Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.
Press the lockout key and raise the presser foot with the
presser foot lifter.
q Needle up/down button
w Lockout key
e Presser foot lifter
w
e
Loosen the setscrew and remove the foot holder.
r Setscrew
t Foot holder
t
r
Attaching the foot holder
Attach the foot holder to the presser bar from the rear.
Tighten the thumbscrew securely with the screwdriver.
y Presser bar
t
y
r
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Attaching the Dual Feed Foot
z x
z Attach the dual feed holder to the presser bar.
q Dual feed holder
w
x 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
e
w
q
c
c Lower the presser foot lifter. Lower the needle to the
lowest position by turning the handwheel.
v
v Tighten the thumbscrew securely with the screwdriver.
Detaching and attaching the dual feed foot
Pull the foot toward you to remove it.
Insert the pins of the foot into the slits of the foot holder
and gently push the foot until it snaps into place.
q Pin
w Slit
w
q
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q
Attaching the Darning Foot PD-H
w
Attach the darning foot PD-H to the presser bar by
putting the pin on the needle clamp screw.
q Pin
w Needle clamp screw
Tighten the thumbscrew firmly with the screwdriver.
Attaching the Embroidery Foot P
Attach the embroidery foot P to the presser bar from
behind (refer to page 109).
Tighten the thumbscrew firmly with the screwdriver.
Attaching the Couching Foot PC-1 or PC-2
Attach the couching foot PC-1 or PC-2 to the presser bar
from front (refer to page 149).
Tighten the thumbscrew firmly with the screwdriver.
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Replacing the Needle Plate
z
Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing with the
dual feed foot.
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine before replacing the needle plate.
NOTE:
When the straight stitch needle plate is attached to
the machine, the patterns not suitable for the straight
stitch needle plate cannot be selected.
q
w
z Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle.
Press the lockout key.
Press the presser foot lifter button to raise the presser
foot.
q Needle up/down button
w Lockout key
e Presser foot lifter button
e
x
x Slide the extension table to the left to remove it.
Push down the needle plate release lever and the
needle plate will snap off.
r Needle plate release lever
t Needle plate
t
r
c
c A message will appear warning that the needle plate
is not secured.
Remove the needle plate to the right.
Place the straight stitch needle plate on the machine.
Set the left edge of the needle plate into the opening.
v
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 handwheel slowly and make sure that the
needle does not hit the needle plate.
Press the lockout key to unlock.
y Mark
y
CAUTION:
Never press the needle plate release lever while
running the machine.
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Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot
You can raise and lower the presser foot with the presser
foot lifter button, the presser foot lifter or the knee lifter.
q Presser foot lifter button
w Presser foot lifter
e Extra lifted position
You can raise the presser foot about 7 mm (1/4˝) higher
than the normal up position by exerting more pressure
when lifting the presser foot lifter or knee lifter.
This allows for changing the needle plate, and also helps
you to place layers of thick fabrics.
q
e
NOTE:
The presser foot cannot be lowered with the presser
foot lifter if the foot was raised with the presser foot
lifter button.
w
NOTE:
Do not turn the handwheel or press the up/down
needle button when the presser foot is in the extra
lifted position.
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.
e
Attaching the knee lifter
Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the
knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.
q Knee lifter
w Rib
e Knee lifter socket
w
Adjusting the knee lifter
The angle of the knee lifter can be adjusted to fit you.
Loosen the setscrew and slide the angle bar in or out to
adjust the angle of the knee lifter.
Tighten the setscrew to secure the angle bar.
r Setscrew
t Angle bar
q
r
Using the knee lifter
Push the knee lifter with your knee to easily move the
presser foot up and down.
You can control how high the foot rises by the amount of
knee pressure you exert.
t
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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
w
Shift the drop feed lever away from you to raise the feed
dog, it will return to the up position when you start the
machine.
q
NOTE:
If you start the machine with the feed dog lowered, a
message will appear on the visual touch screen.
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ORDINARY SEWING MODE
q
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 this manual, the pattern number refers to the initial
for each group or category.
For example pattern #15 in the buttonholes and
specialty stitches is referred to as pattern B15.
q Utility stitches, Buttonholes and speciality stitches
You can select utility stitches (U), buttonholes and
speciality stitches (B) in this category.
w
(A)
(H)
(L)
(Q)
(S)
(PL)
(BR)
(D)
w Decorative and quilting stitches
This category consists of the following 10 groups.
Applique stitches (A)
Heirloom stitches (H)
Quilting stitches (Q)
Satin stitches (S)
Bridge stitches (BR)
Decorative stitches (D)
Long stitches (L)
Pictograph stitches (P)
Play stitches (PL)
Created Stitches (CS)
(P)
(CS)
e Monogramming
You can program lettering as well as a combination of
characters.
e
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r Sewing applications
You can select the appropriate stitch for a specific sewing
project and fabric type from the designated application in
this category.
r
q
w
Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode
e
q Foot-up key
If this option is turned on, the needle stops at the down
position and the presser foot will automatically go up
when the machine stops.
Press this key to turn this option on or off (refer to page
37).
w Twin needle key
Press this key to set the stitch width for twin needle
sewing (refer to page 65).
r
e Dual feed key
Press this key for dual feed sewing (refer to page 33).
r Startover key
If you stop sewing in the middle of a stitch pattern and
wish to sew the pattern again from the beginning, press
this key before you start sewing.
Press this key once to startover from the beginning of the
current pattern, or press this key twice to startover from
the beginning of the first pattern of the combination (refer
to page 68).
t
y
t Vertical mirror image key
Press this key to sew a vertical mirror image of the
selected pattern (refer to page 66).
u
y Horizontal mirror image key
Press this key to sew a horizontal mirror image of the
selected pattern. The key is grayed out if the selected
pattern cannot be turned over (refer to page 66).
u Tapering key
Press this key to open the dialog box for tapering (refer to
page 63).
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i
o
i Program key
Press this key to program a pattern combination.
When this key is pressed, the delete key, save file key
and cursor keys will appear.
!0
o Delete key
Press this key to delete the pattern from the pattern
combination.
!1
!0 Save file key
Press this key to save the pattern combination as a file.
!1 Cursor keys
Press one of the cursor keys to move the cursor up or
down.
!1
!2
!3
!2 Letter size key
Press this key to select the full size (L) or small size (S).
!3 Letter case key
Press this key to select upper case or lower case for
monograms.
!4
!5
NOTE:
Hiragana/Kanakana key and lettering orientation key
are available when Japanese characters (Mincho (9
mm) or Marumoji (9 mm)) are selected.
!4 Hiragana/Katakana key
Press this key to select Hiragana or Katakana font.
!5 Lettering orientation key
Press this key to select the horizontal or vertical
orientation.
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Utility Stitches
Straight Stitches
Patterns U1 to U5 are straight stitches for seaming. Press
the pattern selection key for the desired stitch.
Starting to sew
Place the fabric next to the seam guide line on the needle
plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to
start.
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 foot F2, dual feed
foot or automatic buttonhole foot R.
Press the start/stop button or foot control to start sewing.
Gently guide the fabric along the seam guide line letting
the fabric go naturally.
q Start/stop button
q
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric
The black button on the zigzag foot locks the foot in the
horizontal position.
This is helpful when you start sewing at the extreme edge
of thick fabrics or for sewing across a hem.
Lower the needle into the fabric at the point where you
wish to start sewing.
Lower the foot while pushing in the black button. The foot
is locked in the horizontal position to avoid slipping.
After a few stitches, the black button is released
automatically.
w Black button
w
Changing Sewing Direction
Stop the machine and press the presser foot lifter button
to raise the presser foot.
Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing
direction as desired.
Start sewing in a new direction.
NOTE:
If you turn on the foot up option, the presser foot will
automatically go up when the machine stops (refer to
page 37).
5/8˝
Turning a Square Corner
To maintain a 5/8˝ seam allowance after turning a square
corner, use the cornering guide on the needle plate.
Stop sewing when the front edge of fabric reaches the
cornering guide lines.
Press the foot lifter button and turn the fabric 90 degrees.
Start sewing in the new direction.
e Cornering guide
e
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Securing Seams
For fastening the ends of seams, press the reverse
button and sew several reverse stitches.
The machine sews in reverse as long as you press and
hold the reverse button.
q Reverse button
Press the reverse button once when sewing the locka-matic stitch (pattern U2) or locking stitch (pattern
U3) and the machine will lock the stitches off and stop
automatically.
e
w
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
q
NOTE:
The thread cutter button does not function when the
presser foot is raised with the presser foot lifter or the
LED signal e is turned off.
Use the thread cutter on the face plate to cut
specialized or thick threads if the auto thread cutter
does not work well.
e LED signal
r
To use the thread cutter on the face plate, remove the
fabric and draw it to the back.
Pull the threads up and slip them between the thread
cutter and face plate from behind.
Pull the threads toward you to cut.
r Thread cutter
Needle Plate Guides
r
e
The seam guides are marked on the needle plate, free
arm and hook cover.
The seam guides for 1/4˝, 3/8˝ and 5/8˝ are also marked
on the front of the needle plate.
q Seam guides on the front of the needle plate
The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance
from the center needle position in millimeters and inches.
w Center needle position
The cornering guides are very useful when turning a
square corner.
e Cornering guide
The angle scales on the needle plate are useful for
patchwork piecing (refer to page 61).
r Angle scales
w
q
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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.
The machine will sew four reverse stitches, four forward
stitches, and then stop sewing automatically.
U3 Locking stitch
This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking
stitch is needed.
The machine will sew several locking stitches at the
beginning and continue sewing forward.
When you press the reverse button at the end of the
seam, the machine will sew several locking stitches in
place, then stop sewing automatically.
U4 Straight stitch in left needle position
Use this stitch to seam fabrics close to the edge.
U5 Triple stretch stitch
This strong, durable stitch is recommended for areas
where both elasticity and strength are needed to ensure
comfort and durability.
Use it to reinforce areas such as crotch and armhole
seams.
Also use it when constructing items such as backpacks
for extra strength.
U6, U7 Stretch stitches
These are narrow stretch stitches designed to eliminate
puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while
permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat.
Use U7 for seaming fine fabrics or stretch fabrics.
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Sewing with the Dual Feed Device
Patterns U1 to U5 and Q1 to Q7 can be sewn with the
dual feed device.
The dual feed device is extremely effective when sewing
hard to feed materials such as PVC coated fabric or
leather.
It also eliminates layer slippage.
The following 5 types of dual feed feet are available in
the standard accessories.
y
q Dual feed foot AD (twin):
For regular sewing with dual feed
w Dual feed foot VD (single):
For sewing narrow areas with dual feed
e Dual feed quilt piecing foot OD (twin):
For 1/4˝ seam piecing with dual feed
r Dual feed zipper foot ED (single):
For zipper application with dual feed
t Dual feed AcuFeed open toe foot UD (twin):
For open toe better view sewing with dual feed
Attach the desired dual feed foot to the respective dual
feed holder and attach to the machine (refer to page 22).
Press the dual feed key y and select the desired pattern.
q
e
NOTE:
The patterns not suitable for dual feed sewing are
grayed out.
The dual feed key will gray out or not be indicated
if you selected a pattern not suitable for dual feed
sewing.
w
r
Place the fabric under the foot and lower the needle at
the point where you wish to start.
Start sewing at medium speed.
t
When seaming plaid fabrics, match the plaids of the
upper and lower layers and pin them together.
Remove the pins as you sew.
Dual feed balancing dial
The dual feed balancing dial should be set at “0”,
however you may need to adjust the dual feed balance
depending on the type of fabric.
e
Check the feed balance by test sewing on a scrap piece
of the fabric you intend to use.
(A)
(A): If the lower layer puckers, turn the dual feed
balancing dial toward “+”.
(B): If the upper layer puckers, turn the dual feed
balancing dial toward “–”.
q
(B)
q Upper layer
w Lower layer
e Dual feed balancing dial
w
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U11 Basting
See page 86 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
These stitches are used for mending tears.
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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 stitches.
U13 Overcasting stitch: Overedge foot M
This stitch can be used to simultaneously seam and
overcast edges of fabrics.
Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams flat.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
sew.
U14 Knit stitch: Overedge foot M
This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics
as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the
greatest amount of elasticity and strength.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
sew.
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.
U15 Double overedge stitch: Overedge foot M
This stitch is excellent for fabrics that tend to fray
extensively such as linens and gabardines.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
sew.
Two rows of zigzag stitches are simultaneously sewn
over the edge to insure that the fabric will not ravel.
U16 Overlock stitch: Overedge foot M
This stitch finishes the edges of fabric in a way similar
to a commercial overlocking machine for a professional
look.
Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and
sew.
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Manual Stitch Settings
You can alter the stitch width (or needle drop position of
the straight stitches) and stitch length.
Press the “+” or “–” key beside the setting you wish to
change. Press default key e to recover the original stitch
setting.
When you press the setting bar, the manual setting
window expands to show more options.
You can alter other settings such as needle thread
tension and presser foot pressure value, depending on
the selected stitch pattern.
Press the setting bar again to shrink the manual setting
window.
q Setting bar
w Manual setting window
e Default key
q
w
e
w
Altering needle drop position (straight stitches)
Press the “+” key to move the needle drop position to the
right.
Press the “–” key to move the needle drop position to the
left.
(−)
(4.5)
(+)
(−)
(3.0)
Altering stitch width
Press the “+” key to increase the stitch width.
Press the “–” key to decrease the stitch width.
(+)
NOTE:
The adjustable range of patterns U6-U10 is 0.0 to 7.0.
Altering stitch length
Press the “+” key to increase the stitch length.
Press the “–” key to decrease the stitch length.
(−)
(+)
(−)
NOTE:
The adjustable range of patterns U6 is 0.0 to 5.0, U7
is 1.0 to 5.0, U8-U10 is 0.0 to 5.0.
(+)
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Adjusting Thread Tension
This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension
control, which optimizes the tension balance for the
selected stitch pattern.
Balanced thread tension
Straight stitch: Both needle and bobbin threads
interlock between the layers.
Zigzag stitch: The needle thread appears slightly on the
wrong side of the fabric.
However you may need to manually adjust the tension
balance depending on the sewing conditions, or you can
fine-tune the thread tension to suit your preference.
q Press the “+” key if the tension is too loose.
w Press the “–” key if the tension is too tight.
w
q
Adjusting Foot Pressure Control
The presser foot pressure is automatically optimized for
each stitch pattern.
However, you can adjust the foot pressure manually by
pressing the “+” key or “–” key to suit your specific sewing
needs.
Foot up for Pivoting
If this option is turned on, the presser foot will
automatically go up when the machine stops.
This feature is very useful when turning corners.
Press the foot-up key to turn this option on or off.
q Foot-up key
NOTE:
Height of the foot can be altered in the ordinary
sewing setting mode (refer to page 100).
q
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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 101), the saved
customized stitch settings are automatically assigned
when the stitch pattern is selected.
z
NOTE:
Favorite stitch option cannot be assigned for created
stitch (CS).
Favorite stitch option cannot be used in monogram
mode.
q
x
c
Example: To change the preset value of the needle drop
position from “4.5” to “5.0”.
z Turn the Favorite Stitch Adjustment option ON (refer to
page 101).
Select stitch pattern U1.
Press the setting bar. The manual setting window
expands to show more options.
x The favorite stitch key w appears on the manual
setting window.
Change the needle drop position from “4.5” to “5.0” by
pressing “+” key.
Press the favorite key w.
c The dialog box will open.
Press the save favorite key e to register the favorite
stitch settings.
w
e
r
v
v The cream colored box t indicates that the
customized preset stitch value is applied to the
setting.
To delete favorite stitch settings, press the favorite
stitch key and press the delete key r.
t
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Cloth Guide
CAUTION:
• Always leave sufficient space to the left of the
machine when using the cloth guide.
• Do not use the cloth guide when the buttonhole
foot R is attached.
• The extension table cannot be opened when the
cloth guide is in use.
q
r
e
Attaching the cloth guide
Attach the embroidery unit (see page 106).
Insert the pin on the cloth guide into the carriage hole.
Turn the attaching knob clockwise to secure the cloth
guide.
q Pin
w Cloth guide
e Carriage hole
r Attaching knob
w
Setting the cloth guide position
Press the setting bar to expand the manual setting
window.
Press the cloth guide key.
t Setting bar
y Cloth guide key
t
y
The visual touch screen will show a warning message.
Press the OK key.
The cloth guide adjustment window will open.
Press the
or
key to move the cloth guide
to the desired position.
The cloth guide will move the distance indicated on the
key.
The cloth guide position is indicated on the scale bar
and the distance from the center needle drop position is
indicated in millimeters or inches.
Press the OK key to register the setting and close the
cloth guide adjustment window.
NOTE:
The machine will not run if the cloth guide adjustment
window is open.
Press the default key to return the cloth guide to the
default position (15 mm or 5/8˝).
u Default key
Make sure to return the carriage to the stored position
by pressing the cloth guide storage key and remove the
cloth guide after you finish sewing.
i Cloth guide storage key
i u
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Other Utility Stitches
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 both
hands.
U17 Hemstitch
Use this stitch for fagoting or decorative stitch.
U18 Visible hemming
Select pattern U18.
Fold and press a single hem. Place the fabric with the
right side up.
Sew along the fold at the desired depth.
Trim the excess on the wrong side.
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U19, U20 Blind Hem
Refer to pages 78-79 for sewing instruction.
U21, U23 Shell Tuck
Refer to page 79 for sewing instruction.
U22 Fagotting
Use the stitch to join two pieces of fabric to create an
open work appearance and add stitch interest.
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Variety of Buttonholes
B1 Sensor (Square) buttonhole
This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to
heavy weight fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically
determined by placing a button in the foot.
B2 Auto (Square) buttonhole
This is also a square buttonhole similar to the sensor
square buttonhole, but you can manually set the
buttonhole size and the machine memorizes it to sew
buttonholes of the same size.
B3 Round end buttonhole
This buttonhole is used on fine to medium weight fabrics
especially for blouses and children's clothes.
B4 Fine fabric buttonhole
This buttonhole is rounded at both ends and is used on
fine, delicate fabrics such as fine silk.
B5 Keyhole buttonhole
The keyhole buttonhole is widely used on medium to
heavy weight fabrics. It is also suitable for larger and
thicker buttons.
B6 Rounded keyhole buttonhole
This buttonhole is used for thicker buttons on medium
weight fabrics.
B7 Tailored buttonhole
This durable buttonhole is used with thick buttons and
heavy fabrics.
B8 Stretch buttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for stretch fabrics. It can also
be used as a decorative buttonhole.
B9 Knit buttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for knit fabrics. It can also be
used as a decorative buttonhole.
B10 Antique buttonhole
This buttonhole looks like the heirloom stitch. It has an
attractive handmade appearance and makes a nice
decorative buttonhole.
B11 Welted buttonhole
This is a template pattern for the hand sewn welted
(bound) buttonhole.
NOTE:
B3-B11 are sensor buttonholes and the sewing
procedure is the same as for B1.
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B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole
The size of a buttonhole is automatically set by placing a
button in the rear of automatic buttonhole foot R.
The button holder of the foot takes a button size of 1 cm
(3/8˝) to 2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter.
When selecting the buttonholes, the visual touch screen
advise you to lower the buttonhole lever.
NOTE:
It is sometimes necessary to change buttonhole size
to match certain heavy or specific fabrics and threads.
Make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric
to check your settings.
The preset width of the buttonhole is suited for
ordinary buttons.
Apply an interfacing to stretch or fine fabrics.
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
z
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 buttonhole length, turn the adjusting
screw to move the marker toward “L”.
To decrease the buttonhole length, turn the adjusting
screw to move the marker toward “S”.
w Adjusting screw
e Marker
q
w
e
x Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle.
Press the lockout key.
Raise the presser foot and attach the automatic
buttonhole foot R snapping the pin into the groove of
the foot holder.
You may lift the presser foot lifter to the extra lifted
position when placing the automatic buttonhole foot
under the foot holder.
Press the lockout key to unlock the machine.
r Groove
t Pin
x
r
t
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c
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 handwheel.
y Starting point
y
v Lower the presser foot and pull the buttonhole lever
down as far as it will go.
u Buttonhole lever
v
u
NOTE:
Make sure there is no gap between the slider and
front stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of
position or there will be a sewing gap.
i No gap
o Starting point
!0 Sewing gap
i
!0
!0
o
!0
o
o
b Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to
the left. After sewing a few stitches, free the thread
and continue sewing.
b
NOTE:
If you start sewing without pulling down the buttonhole
lever, the visual touch screen will show a warning and
the machine will stop after a few stitches. Pull the
buttonhole lever down and start sewing.
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n
n The buttonhole is sewn automatically in the sequence
shown. When the buttonhole is finished, the machine
will stop automatically with the needle in the up
position. Press the thread cutter button and remove
the fabric.
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.
Double layer buttonhole
To make a sturdy buttonhole, sew another layer of
buttonhole stitches over the previous stitches.
After the buttonhole is finished, simply start the machine
again.
Do not raise the foot or buttonhole lever.
Do not reselect the pattern.
NOTE:
This function is disabled if Thread Cut after AutoLock option is turned on in the ordinary sewing setting
mode (refer to page 101).
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Manual settings
When you press the setting bar, the manual setting
window expands to show more options.
q Setting bar
q
w
e
r
w Altering buttonhole opening width
Press the “+” key to make the buttonhole opening wider.
Press the “–’’ key to make the buttonhole opening
narrower.
e Altering buttonhole width
Press the “+” key to increase the buttonhole width.
Press the “–” key to decrease the buttonhole width.
r Altering buttonhole stitch density
Press the “+” key to make the buttonhole stitches less
dense.
Press the “–” key to make the buttonhole stitches denser.
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.
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Using the Stabilizer Plate
The stabilizer plate holds and supports the fabric so it is
helpful when sewing buttonholes over the hem of thick
fabrics.
z Insert the tab of the stabilizer plate q into the slot w
of the buttonhole foot.
q Stabilizer plate
w Slot
z
w
q
x
x Place the button on the button holder of the foot.
Attach the buttonhole foot to the machine.
Draw the needle thread to the left between the foot
and stabilizer plate.
c
c Place the fabric between the buttonhole foot and
stabilizer plate. Lower the needle into the starting
point by turning the handwheel.
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 continue sewing.
NOTE:
The sewing procedure is exactly the same as that for
B1 sensor (square) buttonholes.
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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 few stitches, free
the thread and continue sewing.
NOTE:
You do not need to pull down the buttonhole lever.
If you wish to sew a buttonhole longer than the size
permitted by the automatic buttonhole foot R, use
satin stitch foot F.
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.
z Sew the left side up to the required buttonhole length
and stop the machine. Then press the reverse button q.
z
q
x Start sewing again, and the machine sews back with
a straight stitch.
Stop the machine when you reach the starting point.
Then press the reverse button q.
x
q
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c Start sewing again, and the machine sews the front
bartack and right side of the buttonhole.
Stop the machine when you reach the ending point.
Then press the reverse button q.
c
q
v Start sewing again, and machine sews the back
bartack and locking stitches then stops automatically
with the needle in the up position.
When the buttonhole is finished, a message will
appear.
To make the next buttonhole, position the fabric and
start sewing again. The message disappears and the
machine sews another buttonhole identical to the first
one then stops automatically.
v
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 45.
The memorized length will be cancelled if the presser
foot is raised or the startover key is pressed before
buttonhole is completed.
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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 pages 43-45).
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.
B5-B7 Keyhole buttonholes
The sewing procedure is the same as B1 square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 43-45).
Use an eyelet punch to open the keyhole buttonhole.
NOTE:
The opening width can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.
The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 5.6 to 9.0.
The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.20 to 1.00.
B8, B10 Stretch and Antique buttonholes
The sewing procedure is the same as B1 square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 43-45).
The sewing steps are as shown.
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 0.50 to 1.00
(B8), from 0.50 to 2.50 (B10).
B9 Knit buttonhole
The sewing procedure is the same as B1 square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to pages 43-45).
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 0.70 to 1.20.
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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.
w
z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right sides together.
q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric
z
q
w
x
x Select pattern B11.
Sew the welted buttonhole on both fabrics together.
Cut the buttonhole opening as illustrated then pull the
patch out through the slit to the other side.
q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric
e Right side of patch
e
q
r
c
c Pull out the patch until the right side of the patch is
showing. Use an iron to press both corner ends until
they are squared off.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric
e
e
v
v Fold back each side of the patch to form buttonhole
lips.
q Wrong side of patch
e Right side of patch
q
r
b
b Press both folds with an iron.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric
e
n
n Baste both edges of the seam with a needle and
thread by hand.
w Right side of garment fabric
w
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m
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
, Fold over the end of fabric and sew back and forth
three times over the triangular end.
q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric
r Wrong side of garment fabric
w
r
.
. The patch should be cut 1 to 1.5 cm (7/16˝ – 5/8˝)
away from the hole. The corners should be cut
rounded off as shown.
e Right side of patch
r Wrong side of garment fabric
r
e
y
⁄0
⁄0 Place the facing on the wrong side of the garment
fabric. Mark the 4 corners with pins as shown.
y Facing
u Garment fabric
u
u
⁄1 Turn all the layers over and cut the buttonhole opening
on the facing in the same way as step x.
Four marker pins show you the corner points on the
facing. Fold back each flap between the facing and
patch.
y Facing
u Garment fabric
⁄1
y
u
⁄2
⁄2 Stitch around the opening with a needle and thread as
shown.
y Facing
u Garment fabric
y
⁄3 The welted buttonhole is complete.
u Garment fabric
⁄3
u
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Corded Buttonhole
To sew a corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure
as for B1 square (sensor) buttonhole.
z
w
Select pattern B1.
z Place the button on the button holder on the
buttonhole foot.
Hook a filler cord on the spur on the front of the foot.
Bring the ends of cord toward the back and under the
foot.
Bring up the ends of the cord and insert both ends
between the ribs and metal plate.
q Spur
w Metal plate
Set the stabilizer plate as necessary and attach the
buttonhole foot.
q
x
x Lower the needle into the fabric where the buttonhole
will start.
Lower the foot and buttonhole lever.
Pull the needle thread lightly to the left.
Start the machine to sew the buttonhole over the cord.
The machine stops automatically when finished.
Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the
sewing threads only.
c
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 45.
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Speciality Stitches
See pages 87, 88 and 55 for referring sewing instructions
of B12, B14, B15 and B16.
B13 Darning
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 Button holder
w Starting point
z
q
x Start the machine and sew to the required length, then
press the reverse button. This sets the darning length.
Continue sewing until the machine stops automatically.
e Reverse button
r Required length
e
w
x
c Sew another layer of darning over the first layer, at a right angle to it.
c
r
NOTE:
The maximum darning length is 2 cm (3/4˝) and the
maximum width is 0.9 cm (3/8˝).
0.9 cm
To sew the same size darning
When finished sewing, a confirmation message will
appear.
Simply start the machine to sew another layer of darning
stitches in the same size.
To sew the next layer of darning stitches in a different
size, press the X key.
To sew a shorter darning
Sew the first line to the desired length and stop the
machine.
Press the reverse button and start the machine again.
The machine will sew the rest of the darning and stop
automatically.
r
e
r
To adjust the evenness of darning stitches
You can correct unevenness of darning stitches by
pressing the “–” or “+” key of the adjusting window.
If the left corner is lower than the right side, press the
“–” key to correct it.
If the right corner is lower than the left side, press the
“+” key to correct it.
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B15, B16 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
q
Open the eyelet with an awl, puncher or pointed scissors.
To correct the shape of an eyelet:
If the eyelet is open, press the “–” key.
If the eyelet overlaps, press the “+” key.
NOTE:
The shape can be adjusted within S1 to S3 (default setting is S2).
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Decorative Stitches
Decorative Stitch Groups
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 89.)
Heirloom stitches (H): 4 pages
This group provides heirloom stitches and cross stitches
for craft sewing and home décor.
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Quilting stitches (Q): 6 pages
Stitches in this group are for patchwork and quilting.
(Refer to pages 61, 91-93.)
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 62.)
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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 length of the previous pattern in the
programmed pattern combination.
(Refer to page 66.)
Decorative stitches (D): 8 pages
75 attractive patterns are available in this group.
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Long stitches (L): 2 pages
Patterns in this group are ideal for decorating garments
and for adding border trims.
Pictograph stitches (P): 3 pages
Play stitches (PL): 1 page
There are many cute designs, fancy motifs and
calligraphy available in these groups.
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Created stitches (CS)
In this section, you can select original stitch patterns
created with Stitch Composer.
Refer to page 64 for how to transfer created stitch
patterns from the PC to the machine.
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Quilting(Q)
Using the Quilting Guide Bar
w
q
w
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 Hole
Sew rows of stitches while tracing the previous row of
stitches with the quilting guide bar.
q
Q1-Q3 Patchwork Piecing
Patterns Q1 to Q3 are special stitches for seaming
patchwork pieces.
Patterns Q2 and Q3 are for patchwork piecing with 1/4˝
and 7 mm seam allowances respectively.
Use the 1/4˝ seam foot O.
Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Sew
while guiding the edge of fabric along the guide.
q Guide
w Right side of the fabric
q
w
Angle Scales on the Needle Plate
You can easily seam patchwork pieces at the desired
angle without marking, by using the angle scales on the
needle plate.
The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120
degrees.
Use the broken lines when piecing the patchwork pieces
with the 1/4˝ seam foot O as illustrated.
q
w
q Broken line
NOTE:
Use the solid lines when piecing the patchwork pieces
with the zigzag foot A. Align the edge of the fabric to
the 1/4˝ seam guide line.
w Solid line
e 1/4˝ seam guide line
w
q
q
e
Q54-Q55 Hand-look quilt stitches
Patterns Q54 to Q55 are special stitches for quilting
which look like hand sewn stitches.
Use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and
ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin.
The bobbin thread is pulled up on the right side of the
fabric and the stitches look as if they were sewn by hand.
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S1-S20 Decorative Satin Stitches
Elongation Ratio
Patterns S1 to S20 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
q
Press the “+” key to elongate the stitch pattern.
w “+” key (elongation)
To reduce the elongation ratio, press the “–” key.
e “–” key (elongation)
The pattern can be elongated up to 5 times the original
length.
The elongation ratio is indicated in the box.
r Elongation ratio
r
w
e
You can also alter stitch density and stitch width.
NOTE:
The elongation function and the tapering function (refer
to page 63) cannot be applied at the same time.
The elongation function will be removed when a
tapering function is applied to the elongated stitch.
X1
X2
X3
X4
X5
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Tapering
Applique
You can taper the beginning and end of the decorative
stitch patterns to create tapered corners and points.
The tapering can be applied to the stitch patterns as
shown.
Heirloom
Quilt
Satin
Decorative
NOTE:
• Tapering function cannot be applied when using a
stitch pattern combination, twin needle, dual feed
foot, or straight stitch needle plate.
• The tapering length varies depending on the
stitch pattern and its tapering shape. Make a test
stitch on an extra piece of the fabric to check the
tapering length.
• If you press the reverse button while sewing or the
machine is stopped, it will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop. The tapering size
will not be memorized.
• If you stop the machine while sewing, and change
the stitch width, center needle position or stitch
length, the machine will start tapered sewing from
the beginning.
Long
q
r
Example: To taper the stitch pattern H5.
Select stitch pattern H5. Press the tapering key q.
The dialog box will open.
q Tapering key
Select the shape of the tapering for the beginning and
the end of the stitch patterns by pressing the tapering
shape keys.
w
e
The keys on the top half w are for tapering the beginning
of the stitch pattern r.
The keys on the bottom half e are for tapering the end of
the stitch pattern t.
t
y
The numbers in the tapering shape keys indicate the
degree of tapering. You can apply the tapering alignment
from left, center or right. The beginning and end of the
stitch patterns can be aligned separately.
i
In this example, select the right-aligned 30° taper key y
for the beginning of the stitch pattern i.
Select the center-aligned 90° taper key u for the end of
the stitch pattern o.
Press OK key to apply the tapering.
Start the machine and sew to the required length, then
press the auto-lock button.
The machine will sew the selected taper end, and sew
the auto-lock stitch and stop.
o
u
To sew the same size tapering
When finished sewing, a confirmation message will
appear.
Press OK key and start the machine to sew another layer
of tapering in the same size.
To sew the next layer of tapering stitch in a different size,
press the X key and sew. Start the machine and sew to
the required length, then press the auto-lock button.
NOTE:
To remove the tapering function, press the same stitch
pattern key.
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Created Stitches (CS)
Original stitch patterns created with Stitch Composer are
saved in this group.
Insert the USB flash drive containing the original stitch
patterns and press the import key, or import them from
Stitch Composer using a USB cable.
q Import key
q
Select the USB icon and the folder list will appear.
Select the desired folder to open and the file list will
appear.
Select the desired file and the original stitch pattern is
saved and the pattern selection key is created.
You can select, program and sew these patterns the
same way as with the built-in stitch patterns.
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
w
NOTE:
• Up to 40 patterns can be saved in this group.
• Twin needle sewing is not available for the created
stitches.
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Twin Needle Sewing
Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can
be sewn with a twin needle.
v
A B
x
w
Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with
the standard accessories.
z
CAUTION:
Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key
before changing the needle.
Do not use twin needles other than the one included
in the standard accessories, otherwise the needle
may hit the needle plate, foot or hook and break.
q Lockout key
c
b
Insert the extra spool pin into the hole under the top
cover.
Place a spool of thread on the additional spool pin and
the spool holder (refer to page 13).
w Extra spool pin
Draw both threads from the spools and pass them
through the threading points from z to v.
Slip the thread A through the needle bar thread guide b,
then pass through points n and m as illustrated.
Thread the thread B through the front hole of needle bar
thread guide b, then pass it through the needle hole ,.
Make sure that the two strands of thread from the spools
do not get tangled.
q
n
m
e
,
NOTE:
• Threading from points z to v is the same as for a
single needle (refer to page 16).
• The needle threader cannot be used with the twin
needle.
Press the twin needle key and select the desired pattern.
Patterns not suitable for twin needle sewing cannot be
selected (pattern selection keys are grayed out).
Buttonholes, specialty stitches and monogram cannot be
selected.
e Twin needle key
NOTE:
• When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test
the stitches first before you sew on the garment.
• Use the zigzag foot A or satin stitch foot F for twin
needle sewing.
• Use the threads #60 or finer.
• When changing the sewing direction, raise the
needle and presser foot then turn the fabric (foot
up for pivoting option is not available when the twin
needle is selected).
• Use the thread cutter on the face plate when
cutting threads.
After twin needle sewing is finished, press the twin
needle key and the warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and replace the twin needle with a
single needle.
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q
w
Programming a Pattern
Combination
e
The patterns in the decorative stitch category and
monograms can be programmed to make a pattern
combination.
Press the program key and select as many patterns as
you wish to program.
You can program up to 100 patterns in each combination.
The images of programmed patterns are shown on the
left side of the visual touch screen.
q Program key
r
Mirror Image of Patterns
t
To sew or program the pattern as a mirror image, press
the vertical mirror key or horizontal mirror key.
Select the desired patterns to create the mirror image.
Press the vertical or horizontal mirror key again to cancel
the mirror image function.
w Vertical mirror key
e Horizontal mirror key
r
To view the entire pattern combination, press the cursor
key to scroll over the pattern combination or press the
edit box to show the entire pattern combination at a
glance.
r Cursor keys
t Edit box
NOTE:
Horizontal mirror image is available only for the
specific patterns. For pattern identification, these
patterns are shaded in light grey on the reference
chart inside the top cover.
Mirror image function will be canceled and mirror
image icon will disappear if the selected pattern is not
suitable for the mirror image.
NOTE:
Presser foot pressure cannot be adjusted to the stitch
patterns of a pattern combination individually.
If you attempt to do so, only the last pattern’s
presser foot pressure settings are applied to all the
programmed patterns.
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 stitch length
and needle drop position of the previous pattern in the
pattern combination.
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Editing a Pattern Combination
Deleting a Pattern
w
The pattern before the cursor or shown in blue is deleted
by pressing the delete key.
q Cursor
w Delete key
q
To delete a pattern in the middle of a combination, press
the cursor key to select the pattern you wish to delete.
The stitch image of the selected pattern turns blue. Press
the delete key to delete the selected pattern.
e Cursor key
r Selected pattern
e
r
e
Inserting a Pattern
Press the cursor key to select the pattern next to where
you wish to insert a pattern. Enter the desired pattern to
insert it before the selected pattern.
t Inserted pattern
t
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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.
Current pattern startover
If you wish to start sewing from the beginning of the
current pattern, press the startover key once and start the
machine. The key will change and show a triangle and
double bar that means the machine will start over from
the current pattern of the combination.
q Startover key (current pattern of the combination)
w Current pattern
q
w
w
NOTE:
When you stop sewing a pattern combination during
the first pattern and press the startover key, the
number of the bar above the triangle will not change
because the pattern will be sewn from the first pattern.
First pattern startover
The key shows a triangle and single bar that means the
machine will start over from the first pattern.
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 of the combination)
r First pattern
e
r
NOTE:
If auto thread cutting is done, the machine will
startover from the first pattern.
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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 bar to open the manual setting window.
q Setting bar
w Pattern combination length key
q
w
The readout of the total length is a theoretical value
and the actual length may vary depending on sewing
conditions.
For example, select the pattern P4 three times, and sew
a pattern combination.
If the actual length differs considerably from the readout,
measure the actual length and enter the nearest value by
pressing the “+” or “–” key.
In this case, the theoretical value is 51 mm. However, if
the actual length e is 40 mm, enter 40 mm by pressing “–”
key. Press the OK to register it.
e Actual length
e
The readout is adjusted automatically when calculating
the length of other pattern combinations.
The message “Please enter the actual length of the
pattern combination you sewed.” disappears to indicate
that the displayed value is adjusted already.
For example select patterns P10, P18 and P4.
The theoretical value is 53 mm. However, the read out is
calculated according to the measured actual length. In
this case, the adjusted value is 42 mm.
Press the default key to clear the entered actual length.
r Default key
r
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Monogramming
You can program letters and symbol designs for
monogramming.
Press the Monogram key and the font selection window
will open.
You can select one of 8 fonts.
Select the desired font by pressing the corresponding
key.
q Monogram key
w Block font key
e Script font key
r Broadway font key
t Block font (9 mm) key
y Cyrillic font key
u Mincho (9 mm) font key
i Marumoji (9 mm) font key
o Symbol font key
The monogram mode window will open.
q
w
e
r
t
NOTE:
The heights of Block font (9 mm), Mincho font (9 mm)
and Marumoji font (9 mm) are approximately 9 mm.
y
u
i
o
!2
!3
!4
!5
Function Keys
!0 Cursor key
Press the cursor key to move the cursor up or down.
!1 Edit box
Press the edit box to view the entire monogram.
!0
!2 Letter size key
Press this key to select the full size (L) or small size (S).
!3 Letter case key
Press this key to select the upper case or lower case.
!4 Delete key
Press this key to delete the selected character or symbol.
!5 File save key
Press this key to save the monogram as a data file.
!1
NOTE:
Numbers, symbols and European letters are available
on pages 2/5 through 5/5.
!0
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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.
q
To adjust the thread tension, press the setting bar to
show the option.
Individual Thread Tension Adjustment
To apply the thread tension adjustment to each letter
individually, select the letter by moving the cursor.
Press “+” or “–” to adjust the thread tension of the
selected letter. The adjusted thread tension is applied to
the selected letter.
q Thread tension adjustment
Unified Thread Tension Adjustment
To apply the thread tension adjustment to all letters
together, you do not need to select the letters.
Press the unified thread tension key w.
Press “+” or “–” to adjust the thread tension.
The adjusted thread tension is applied to all entered
letters.
When unified thread tension control is applied, the unified
thread tension key turns to yellow.
Press the unified thread tension key again to deactivate
the unified thread tension adjustment.
w
Spacing
To enter a space in monogramming, press one of
the three space keys on the lower right corner of the
monogram selection.
q Space keys
w Small-size space
e Medium-size space
r Large-size space
q
w
e
r
Reducing the Size of Letters
To reduce the height of a character to approximately 2/3
of its original size, select the character and press the
letter case key q.
q
A
A
2/3
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Programming a Monogram
q
Simply enter the characters by pressing the
corresponding keys to program a monogram.
Example 1: “Quilt” in Block font
Select Block font. Enter “Q”.
Press the letter case key q to select lower case.
q Letter case key
Enter “u”, “i”, “l” and “t”.
Example 2: “Café” in Script font
Press the monogram key and select Script font.
Enter “C”.
w Monogram key
w
Press the letter case key and select lower case letters.
Enter “a” and “f”.
e
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 check the sewing results.
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Saving a Pattern Combination
q
NOTE:
Always back up your data to an external device in
case a problem occurs.
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 Save file key
w
The “Ordf” folder is shown.
Select the location to where you wish to save the pattern
combination.
e
The file name is assigned automatically starting from
M_001.....in order.
Press the OK key to save the file under the assigned
name.
w File name
If you wish to assign a unique name to the file, press the
rename key and the keyboard window will open.
e Rename key
r
Enter a new name and press the OK key to change the
file name.
Press the OK key and the file is saved under the new
name.
NOTE:
• The files and folders are displayed on different
pages. Use page keys r to display the saved files.
• The Ordf folder is for the default location to save
a pattern combination. You may save the pattern
combination into the Ordf folder.
Creating a new folder
Select a location for a new folder and press the new
folder key. The keyboard window will open.
Enter a folder name and press the OK key.
The new folder is created under the assigned name.
t New folder key
t
y
Deleting a file or folder
Press the delete key and select the file or folder to delete.
A confirmation message appears.
Press the OK key to delete the file or folder.
y Delete key
u
Changing the folder name or file name
Press the rename key and select the folder or file of
which you wish to change its name. The keyboard
window will open.
Enter the new name and press the OK key.
The name of the folder or file will change.
u Rename key
NOTE:
The maximum number of characters that can be
entered for naming is 10.
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Opening a Pattern Combination
You can open the pattern combination and monogram
saved in the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash
drive.
Press the open file key and the open file window will
open.
q Open file key
q
Select the memory location; either the machine’s internal
memory or a USB flash drive.
The “Ordf” folder will appear.
w
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 to
display the other pages.
w
Select the desired folder and the file list will appear.
Select the desired file.
The screen will return to the ordinary sewing window
showing the saved pattern combination or monogram.
Press one of the layout keys e to select the layout of the
file list as shown.
e
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Sewing Application
Sewing Applications
q
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:
w
e
r
t
y
u
i
o
!0
!1
!2
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q
w
e
r
t
y
Seaming
Overedge
Blind Hem & Shell Tuck
Rolled Hem
Zipper Sewing
Gathering
u
i
o
!0
!1
!2
Basting
Button Sewing
Tacking
Applique
Patchwork
Quilting
Seaming
There are 4 types of stitches for seaming in this group.
q
w
e
r
q
q Woven (Seaming 1)
Straight stitches for seaming regular woven fabrics.
w
w Stretch/Knit (Seaming 2)
Narrow stretch stitches for seaming stretch or knit
fabrics.
e
e Curve (Seaming 3)
Short straight stitches for seaming curved line.
r
r Topstitching (Seaming 4)
Long straight stitch for topstitching with thick threads.
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Overedge
q
w
q Woven
Overcasting stitch for regular woven fabrics.
w Stretch/Knit
Knit stitch for finishing raw edges of stretch or knit fabrics.
For better results, use the zigzag foot A and sew leaving
an adequate seam allowance.
After sewing, trim the seam allowance close to the
stitches (refer to page 35).
e
e Woven
Overlock stitch similar to a professional overlocker stitch.
r
r Heavy
Double overedge stitch for preventing raw edges of linens
and gabardines from ravelling.
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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:
q
w
Attach the blind hem foot G.
r
e
e
(A)
Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4˝)
allowance as shown.
e 0.5 cm (1/4˝)
(B)
(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 the fabric so that the fold comes to the left side
of the guide on the foot. Lower the presser foot.
The needle should just pierce the folded edge when it
comes over to the left side.
Adjust the position of the needle drop if necessary.
Sew guiding the fold along the guide.
t Fold
y Guide
y
t
After sewing is finished, open the fabric flat.
The seam on the right side of the fabric is almost
invisible.
Adjusting the needle drop position
Press the setting bar to expand the manual setting
window.
Press the “+” key u in the upper row to move the needle
drop positions to the left.
Press the “–” key i in the upper row to move the needle
drop positions to the right.
The needle drop position will change, while the stitch
width (2.8 mm) remains consistent.
The distance between the left needle drop position and
guide of the foot is indicated in millimeters.
i
u
NOTE:
You can alter the stitch width by changing the right
needle drop position.
2.8 mm
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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.
q
w
r
NOTE:
You can move the left needle drop position r with the
“+” or “–” key in the row q.
e
Shell Tuck
Select “Shell Tuck”.
The following 3 options are available.
q Small
Narrow shell tuck stitch
w
q
w Medium
Medium width shell tuck stitch
e
e Large
Regular shell tuck stitch
To sew:
Use a light weight fabric (Tricot, for example).
Fold the fabric in bias as shown and stitch on the fold.
Allow the needle to barely clear the folded edge to create
a shelled edge.
If you sew shell tucks, space the rows at least 1.5 cm
(5/8˝) apart.
Altering shell tuck position
Press the “+” key in the row r to move the shell tuck
position to the right.
Press the “–” key in the row r to move the shell tuck
position to the left.
r
t
NOTE:
You can move the right needle drop position with the “+”
or “–” key in the row t.
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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
w
q
e
To sew:
z Attach the rolled hem foot D.
Fold the fabric edge twice to form a hem, 0.3 cm (1/8˝)
wide and 5 cm (2˝) long then press.
z
0.3 cm (1/8˝)
5 cm (2˝)
x
x Place the fabric aligning the hem edge with the guide
of the foot. Turn the handwheel to lower the needle to
the starting point.
Lower the foot and sew several stitches slowly while
pulling on the threads to assist feeding the fabric.
Stop the machine and lower the needle into the fabric.
Raise the foot and insert the folded portion of the
fabric into the curl of the foot.
c
c Lower the foot and sew while lifting the edge of the
fabric to keep it feeding into the curl smoothly and
evenly.
0.6 cm (1/4˝)
NOTE:
Trim the corners 0.6 cm (1/4˝) to reduce bulk.
0.6 cm (1/4˝)
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Zipper Sewing
q Lapped zipper
Lapped zipper application with the zipper foot E
w Concealed zipper
Concealed zipper application with the optional concealed
zipper foot Z
w
q
Lapped zipper sewing
Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing
window will open.
Press the sewing step icon and the machine setting will
automatically adjust to suit each sewing step.
Fabric preparation
Add 1 cm (3/8˝) to the zipper size. This is the overall
opening size.
Mark the end of opening.
q Zipper size
w Opening size
e 1 cm (3/8˝)
r End of opening
r
w
q
Attach the zigzag foot A.
e
Lock-a Matic
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
Basting
Baste the zipper opening.
t
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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
q
w
Opening size
e
Lower the foot onto the topside at the bottom of the
zipper so that the needle pierces the fabric next to the
fold and the zipper tape.
Sew along the zipper guiding the zipper teeth along the
bottom edge of the foot.
Sew through all layers next to the fold.
Stop 5 cm (2˝) before zipper foot E reaches the slider on
the zipper tape.
r 5 cm (2˝)
Raise the foot and open the zipper. Lower the foot and
stitch the remainder of the seam.
r
Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the
right side of the fabric facing up.
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Basting
Replace the foot with the zigzag foot A.
Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.
q Basting
q
Sew right side
Replace the foot with the zipper foot E.
Backstitch across the end of opening to 1 cm (3/8˝).
Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding the
zipper teeth along the bottom edge on the foot.
Stop about 5 cm (2˝) from the top of the zipper.
Lower the needle into the fabric, raise the foot and
remove the basting stitches.
w Basting stitches
1 cm (3/8˝)
w
Open the zipper and move the slider to the rear of the
foot.
Lower the foot and stitch the remainder of the seam
making sure the fold is even.
q
Remove the basting stitches.
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Concealed Zipper Sewing (optional)
Press the concealed zipper icon and the window will
show the step-by-step icon keys.
Prepare a concealed zipper 2 cm (3/4˝) longer than the
opening size.
Press the sewing step icon and machine settings will
automatically adjust to suit each sewing step.
w
t
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 (3/4˝) seam allowance. Press the reverse button to
lock the seams.
q End of opening
w 2 cm (3/4˝)
e Zipper size
r Opening size
r
Basting
e
w
Lock-a-Matic
q
Basting
Baste the opening 0.3 cm (1/8˝) inside of the seam line.
t 0.3 cm (1/8˝)
y
i
u
Fold up the left seam allowance to the bodice. Open the
zipper and put it on the right seam allowance with the
back side up. Place the right zipper teeth next to the fold
and pin it in place.
y Zipper teeth
u Fold
i Left seam allowance
Right of teeth
Attach the concealed zipper foot Z.
Raise the zipper teeth on the right and lower the foot so
the left groove of the foot catches the zipper teeth.
Stitch through the zipper tape and fabric up to the end of
the opening.
Reverse the stitches to secure the seam.
o Left groove
!0 Zipper tape
!0
o
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Stitching tape
Raise the foot and close the zipper.
Replace the foot with the zipper foot E.
Turn and fold the bodice to the right. Seam along the
edge of the left zipper tape and reverse the stitches 2 cm
(3/4˝) before the zipper bottom.
2 cm (3/4˝)
Stitching tape
Turn and fold the bodice to the left.
Seam along the edge of the right zipper tape and reverse
the stitches 2 cm (3/4˝) before the zipper bottom.
2 cm (3/4˝)
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
q
q
Raise the zipper teeth on the left and lower the foot so the right groove of the foot catches the zipper teeth.
Stitch through the zipper tape and fabric up to the end of the opening. Reverse the stitches to secure the seam.
w Zipper teeth
e Groove
e
w
Slide up the stopper to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) below the end of the
opening and fasten the stopper with pliers.
r Stopper
r
0.3 cm (1/8˝)
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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 sleeve top
carefully, matching it with the armhole size.
Make sure not to make gathers in the sleeve top.
Basting
There are 2 basting stitches available in this section.
Basting (Auto)
This stitch is used for basting zipper tape or fitting of
garments.
Sew in the same way as that for straight stitch sewing.
Basting (Manual/Quilting)
Attach the darning foot PD-H.
Lower the feed dog.
NOTE:
Refer to page 23 for how to attach the darning foot
PD-H.
To sew
Hold the fabric taut and depress the foot control.
The machine will make one stitch and stop automatically.
Slide the fabric to the rear for the next stitch.
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Button Sewing
When attaching a button to thick fabric, you need to
make a shank by using the button shank plate.
Lower the feed dog. Select “Shank”.
Attaching the button sewing foot T
Make sure to press the lockout key to lock the machine.
Raise the presser foot with the presser foot lifter.
Insert the rear pin of the foot into the rear groove of the
foot holder.
q Rear pin
w Rear groove
q
Gently lower the presser foot lifter while holding the foot
with your finger to fit the foot. Press the lockout key to
unlock the machine.
Place a button on the fabric and lower the needle into the
left hole of the button by turning the handwheel with your
hand.
Insert the button shank plate under the button.
Lower the foot to hold the button in place, aligning the
direction of the button.
e Button shank plate
w
Raise the needle by turning the handwheel until the
needle bar swings to the right.
Press the “+” or “–” key so the needle enters into the right
hole of the button. The maximum stitch width is 7 mm
(1/4˝).
e
Start sewing and continue until the machine stops
automatically.
Remove the fabric from the machine.
Cut the all threads leaving at least 10 cm (4˝) tails.
Trim the thread at the beginning close to the fabric.
r
Pass the needle thread at the end of stitching through the
left hole in the button, between the button and fabric.
Pull the needle thread to bring the bobbin thread up to
the right side of the fabric.
r Needle thread at the end
t Bobbin thread
Wind the threads to form a shank and knot them together.
t
NOTE:
The button shank plate cannot be used if the button is
too thick.
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Tacking
Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt
carriers where extra strength is needed.
There are 3 auto tacking sizes and manual tacking
available.
Attach the satin stitch foot F.
Auto tacking
Lower the needle at the starting point and start sewing.
The machine will sew the tack of the selected size and
stop automatically when it is finished.
q Starting point
q
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
e
w
NOTE:
The maximum length of tacking is 1.5 cm (5/8˝).
r
To sew the same size tack
To sew another tack in the same size, simply start the
machine and sew until the machine stops automatically.
To sew the next tack in a different size, press the X key.
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Applique
q
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: Middle (center)
R: Right
The baseline can be adjusted without changing the stitch
width by pressing the “+” or “–” key on the row w.
w
M
R
Pivoting at applique corners
When sewing an applique with sharp corners, you may
turn on the “Foot up for pivoting” option so that the
presser foot automatically goes up when the machine
stops.
Press the foot-up key to turn on this option
e Foot-up key
NOTE:
Make sure to stop the machine with the needle
dropped at the outer edge of the applique.
Starting over from the corner
Press the startover key before sewing in the new direction
to sew from the beginning of the pattern.
r Startover key
Two options of startover are available for applique
stitches. Press the cornering key to select normal
startover or cornering startover.
The key icon will change to show which option is being
selected when pressing the key.
t Cornering key
e t
r
Normal startover:
Sew a locking stitch then start sewing from the beginning
of the pattern.
Cornering startover:
Start sewing from the beginning of the pattern without a
locking stitch.
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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
constant 1/4˝ (6 mm) seam allowance.
Put 2 pieces of fabric with right sides together.
Place the patchwork pieces under the foot so that the
edge of the fabric matches the guide on the presser foot.
q Edges of fabric
w Guide on the 1/4˝ seam foot O
w
q
When you stop the machine, a message will appear.
Press the OK key and the machine memorizes the seam
length to sew another piece of the same length.
Press the X key to sew in a different size.
After sewing the memorized length, a message will
appear.
To sew the same length, start the machine and it will stop
automatically after sewing the memorized length.
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Quilting
In this section, 6 types of useful stitches for quilting are
available.
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q
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Straight stitches (with dual feed)
Clasp stitches
Free motion quilting stitches
Sculpture stitches (with dual feed)
Hand-look quilt stitches
Variable zigzag stitches
Straight Stitches (with dual feed)
Straight stitches in this section are suitable for seaming
quilt layers using the dual feed foot (refer to page 22 for
how to attach it). Please refer to page 61 if you wish to
use zigzag foot A.
Quilting guide bar for dual feed foot
The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel,
evenly spaced rows of stitching.
Insert the quilting guide bar into the hole in the rear of the
foot holder.
Shift the quilting guide bar to the desired spacing.
q Quilting guide bar
w Hole
Sew rows of stitching while tracing the previous row of
stitches with the quilting guide bar.
w
q
Clasp Stitches
You can close quilt layers and batting using the clasp
stitch.
Use the satin stitch foot F.
The machine sews one unit of the pattern and
automatically stops with the needle in up position when
completed.
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Free Quilting
q
For ordinary and bulky quilts, select “Straight Stitch 1” or
“Zigzag Stitch 1”, and use the darning foot PD-H (refer to
page 23 for how to attach the darning foot).
Select the “Straight Stitch 2” or “Zigzag Stitch 2” for flatter
quilts and use the free quilting foot QC, QO or QV.
One Stitch Off
The machine stops automatically after sewing one stitch
so that you can bring the bobbin thread up to prevent it
from bunching up on the wrong side of the fabric.
Hold the needle thread and sew one stitch and the
machine stops automatically.
Pull the needle thread up to bring the bobbin thread up.
Hold both the needle and bobbin threads and sew
several stitches to secure the threads.
You can trim the thread tails with scissors.
The machine will stitch continuously when you resume
sewing.
If you wish to start sewing without “one stitch off”, press
the one stitch off key to cancel this function.
The key icon changes to .
When “one stitch off” is active, the key icon shows .
q One stitch off key
w
To sew
Sew at medium speed while guiding the fabric with your
hands.
Move the quilt 3 mm or less per stitch.
Refer to page 87 (button sewing foot) for how to attach
the free quilt feet.
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 under the foot and lower the foot.
Press the foot height key and the adjusting window
opens. Adjust the foot height by pressing the “+” key or
“–” key and press the OK key to register the setting.
w Foot height key
Reduce the height if the fabrics bounce when sewing.
Increase the height if the foot gets trapped in the fabrics
when sewing.
NOTE:
• Purple tip needle is recommended for free motion
quilting to prevent skipped stitch.
• Do not move the quilt layers toward you when the
open-toe foot is attached.
Sculpture Stitches
These stitches are used to accentuate design outlines
and to create a mock hand-quilt.
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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 you to control zigzag width
with the knee lifter.
q-M
q-L
w-M
w-L
e-M
Select q-M or q-L, using the darning foot PD-H for
sewing quilt layers. Drop the feed dog. Guide the fabric
with your hands while sewing.
e-L
Select w-M or w-L, using the clear view free quilt foot
QV for sewing flat and firm fabrics. Drop the feed dog.
Guide the fabric with your hands while sewing.
Select e-M or e-L, using the satin stitch foot for sewing
variable zigzag stitches.
The fabric is fed by the feed dog and the stitch width can
be varied with the knee lifter.
Attach a stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric if
needed.
Sew at slow to medium speed while guiding the fabric
with your hands and controlling the stitch width with your
knee.
NOTE:
When the machine stops, you can raise and lower the
presser foot with the knee lifter.
Purple tip needle is recommended for free motion
quilting to prevent skipped stitch.
Maximum Zigzag Width Adjustment
The maximum zigzag width can be limited to suit your
sewing needs.
Press the “+” or “–” key beside the maximum zigzag
width setting r to limit the maximum zigzag width to your
preference.
For the variable zigzag stitches with the satin stitch foot,
press the setting bar t to open the maximum zigzag
width setting.
r Maximum zigzag width setting
t Setting bar
t
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r
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CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS
Machine Setting Mode
y
Press the set mode key to enter the machine setting
mode.
You can select various options and customize the
machine settings to suit your personal preference.
q Set mode key
Press one of the 5 keys to select the mode to customize.
w Common Setting Mode
In this mode, you can customize the machine settings
and options for both ordinary sewing and embroidery.
e Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode
In this mode, you can customize the machine settings
and options for ordinary sewing (refer to pages 98-101 for
the operation).
r Embroidery Setting Mode
In this mode, you can customize the machine settings
and options for embroidery (refer to pages 152-156 for
the operation).
q
t Wi-Fi Setting Mode
In this mode, you can set up the Wi-Fi connection (refer
to pages 102-104).
y Language Selection Mode
In this mode, you can select the desired language for the
screen messages.
i
To browse pages in each mode, press the next page key
or previous page key.
u Next page key
i Previous page key
u
Registering the custom settings
After customizing the settings, press the OK key to
enable the new settings.
To cancel the changes to the settings, press the X key
and the setting mode window will close.
Common Setting Mode
q Screen Contrast
You can adjust the contrast of the visual touch screen by
pressing the “+” or “–” key.
q
w Sound Volume
The signal sound can be adjusted by pressing the “+” or “–”
key.
Set the value to “OFF” by pressing the “–” key several
times to mute the signal sounds.
w
e Inch/mm Option
You can set your machine’s dimensional unit to either
inches or millimeters by pressing the “inch” or “mm” icon
key.
The default unit is millimeters.
e
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
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r Touch Screen Calibration
You can calibrate the key positions of the touch screen if
you feel the touch screen key is not responding properly.
Press the Yes key to open the calibration window.
Press the “+” sign with the touch panel stylus as the sign
appears.
When you press the last sign, the screen shows “END”
and the calibration window will close.
r
t Formatting the memory
If the internal memory of the machine or USB flash drive
does not function due to damage to the memory bank,
you need to re-enable it by formatting the memory.
To format the machine’s internal memory, press the
machine icon key and a confirmation message will
appear. Press the OK key to format.
To format a USB flash drive, press the USB icon and
the confirmation window will open. Press the OK key to
format.
CAUTION:
Do not turn off the power or disconnect the USB flash
drive while a warning message is displayed otherwise
it may damage the memory bank.
t
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
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y Sewing Light
The sewing lights can be turned on or off individually.
Press the corresponding light keys to turn on or off the
sewing lights.
y
u Upper Thread Sensor
If you need to run the machine without threads, turn off
the upper thread sensor.
u
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
i 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 the timer, press and hold the “+” key
until “OFF” shows in the timer window.
i
o Screen Saver
Press the ON/OFF key to turn on the screen saver, and
the visual touch screen will show the screen saver when
the machine is in standby status.
Press the import key to import a screen saver from a
USB flash drive.
You can create an original screen saver with Screen
Saver Tool included in the Acutools S CD-ROM.
The imported screen saver data will be deleted if the
delete key
is pressed, or the internal memory is
formatted (refer to page 95).
!0 Import key
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
o
!0
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!1 Background Color
You can select from the colorful wallpapers for the
background of the visual touch screen by pressing the
relevant icon.
!2 Auto-off Timer
The machine will be automatically turned off if you do not
use the machine within the time period set by this timer.
The auto-off timer can be set from 1 to 12 hours.
If you wish to turn off the timer, press and hold the “+” key
until “OFF” shows in the timer window.
To turn on the machine again, turn the power switch on.
!1
NOTE:
The auto-off timer is available in EU countries and
some regions which use 200 - 240 voltage standards.
!2
!3 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 settings.
!3
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Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode
q Auto thread tension
You can adjust the auto thread tension level by pressing
the “+” or “–” key.
w Low bobbin thread warning
You can adjust the low bobbin thread warning level by
pressing the “+” or “–” key.
To turn off the low bobbin thread warning, press the “–”
key until “OFF” shows in the window.
e Needle stop position
The machine always stops with the needle in the down
position except when sewing buttonholes, specialty
stitches, monograms, etc. However you can change the
needle stop position to up by pressing the needle up key.
q
NOTE:
The machine stops with the needle in the down
position if Foot-up key option is turned on, even if the
needle stop position is set to up position.
w
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
e
r 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, medium
or high by pressing the corresponding key, and set the
speed for the start/stop button or foot control individually.
r
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t Cloth Guide
Calibration of the default position
NOTE:
The embroidery unit must be attached with the
carriage arm retracted when calibrating.
The default position of the cloth guide is 15 mm (5/8˝)
from the center needle drop position. However, you can
fine tune the default position of the cloth guide.
Press the Yes key and a warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage will move to the
standard position.
t
Press the
key or
key to adjust the position of the
cloth guide.
Press the OK key. The message is displayed and the
carriage will return to the home position.
Saving favorite positions
If you have set the cloth guide to your favorite position
(refer to page 39), you can save this position for future
use.
To save favorite positions, press the ON/OFF key to turn
ON the save position option.
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
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y Foot height for pivoting
When the foot up option is turned on, the presser foot will
automatically go up when the machine stops.
The height of the foot in the up position can be adjusted
by pressing the “+” key or “–” key in accordance with
thickness of the fabrics.
y
u
i
u Foot pressure
The foot pressure is automatically optimized but you can
adjust the foot pressure manually by pressing the “+” key
or “–” key.
i Variable zigzag sensitivity
You can adjust the amount of needle swing against
the knee lifter movement for variable zigzag in sewing
applications.
Press the “–” key so the needle swings a small amount
when moving the knee lifter.
Press the “+” key so the needle swings a large amount
when moving the knee lifter.
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
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o Thread Cut after Auto-Lock
The machine automatically trims the threads after sewing
locking stitches when this option is turned on.
o
!0 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 is turned off, the saved manual stitch
settings will not be applied.
Press the delete icon !1 to clear the manual stitch
setting.
NOTE:
This option is available for all stitches in ordinary
sewing mode except monogram.
!0
!1
!2
!2 Resume Mode
Turn on this option when you wish to resume the last
pattern sewn before turning the power switch off.
When the power is turned on again, the confirmation
message will appear. Press the OK key to resume the
last pattern.
NOTE:
Resume data will be cleared under the following
conditions:
• Created stitch is imported with the import key.
• Created stitch is deleted with the delete key.
• Created stitch is deleted, imported or renamed with
Stitch Composer.
• The internal memory is formatted.
After customizing the settings, press the OK key to
enable the new settings.
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u
Wi-Fi® Setting Mode
Connecting Wi-Fi Network
i
A wireless router device that complies with the
IEEE802.11b/g/n wireless standard is required for
connecting your machine with a Wi-Fi network.
Starting Wi-Fi connection
To start the Wi-Fi settings, press “ON” q. The network
setting button y is enabled.
Press the network setting button y to enter the network
settings.
Choose one of the 4 methods to connect with the Wi-Fi
connection (see pages 103-104).
q
o
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t
y
q Wi-Fi connection
The default setting of the Wi-Fi connection is “OFF”.
Press “ON” to enable the Wi-Fi connection.
The Wi-Fi connection and the network setting button y
are enabled.
Press “OFF” to disconnect the Wi-Fi connection.
w Network Name
The name of the wireless network (SSID) connected with
your sewing machine is displayed.
The lock icon o appears if the connected access point is
secured with an encryption key.
e IP Address
The IP address of your machine is displayed.
“(DHCP)” is displayed in front of the IP address when the
DHCP option is turned on.
The IP address can be changed in the network settings.
r MAC Address
The MAC address of the sewing machine is displayed.
t Sewing Machine Name
The sewing machine name for network identification is
displayed.
The sewing machine name can be changed in the
network settings.
y Network setting button
Press this button to open the Network Settings window.
u OK key
Press this key to confirm the Wi-Fi connection setting.
i Cancel key
Press this key to cancel the Wi-Fi connection setting.
NOTE:
If you select WEP for the security setting of your wireless
LAN router, check the followings:
• Select “ASCII” for the encryption type.
• Select the initial number for the key index number
(The initial number can be “0” or “1”, depending on the
wireless LAN router.).
For setting up, refer to your wireless router’s instructions.
NOTE:
The use of home appliances such as a microwave
oven, bluetooth devices or cordless phones can
reduce the range of the Wi-Fi connection (if
your wireless router's network standard is using
IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g).
You may need to reduce the distance between your
machine and the wireless LAN access point, or install
the wireless LAN access point at an appropriate
location.
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Network Settings
NOTE:
Please refer to your wireless router's instructions when
the using the push-button or PIN method to connect
with the Wi-Fi connection.
q
w
e
r
q Wi-Fi Protected Setup™* push-button configuration method
Press “WPS (PBC)” q.
The WPS Push-Button Sys. dialog box appears on the
screen. Press the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ button on the
wireless LAN router.
The dialog box appears and the wireless LAN router will
automatically connect with your machine.
To use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ push-button
configuration method, the wireless router must support
this method. Please also refer to the wireless router’s
instructions about this method.
NOTE:
The machine displays “Connection to the network
failed” if it cannot receive the signal from the wireless
LAN access point within 2 minutes.
w Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ PIN method
If the wireless router supports the Wi-Fi protected
Setup™ PIN method, you can connect the machine using
the method.
Press “WPS (PIN)” w. The WPS PIN Code System
dialog box appears.
Register the PIN code to the router before the PIN Code
System dialog box is closed to establish the network.
To enter the PIN code to your wireless router, please
refer to the instructions of your wireless router’s Wi-Fi
Protected Setup™ PIN method setup.
NOTE:
The machine displays “Connection to the network
failed” if the Wi-Fi connection is not established within
2 minutes.
y
t
u
i
e Search for access point
Press “Search” e.
The machine will search for any wireless LAN access
point within the range, and the names of network will be
listed.
The lock icon t appears on the right side of the list if the
connection requires an encryption key to get connected.
The signal strength icon y shows the strength of the
connection signal. The number of waves above the dot
indicates the signal strength of the wireless connection.
Press the wireless network name you would like to
connect with.
NOTE:
If you cannot find the wireless LAN access point you
are looking for, press the refresh key u to search for
the wireless LAN access point again.
If the selected wireless network requires an encryption
key for connection, the Encryption Key Entry dialog box
appears. Be careful to enter uppercase or lowercase
letters required.
Enter the encryption key and press the OK key to
establish the network.
Press show/hide key i to show or hide the entry.
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* Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ is a trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
r Manual method
Press “Manual” r. Enter the network name you would
like to connect with. Press the OK key.
If the selected wireless network requires an encryption
key for connection, the Encryption Key Entry dialog box
appears.
Enter the encryption key and press the OK key to
establish the network.
r
q IP Address Settings (network settings)
Turn the DHCP option ON to use DHCP to assign an IP
address.
w
e
q
t y
r
If you want to configure the network settings manually,
press the DHCP option OFF w, and press the Yes key e
for the Manual option.
The network settings window appears.
Press the arrow r of the item you would like to set,
choosing from IP Address, Subnet Mask or Default
Gateway.
Enter the setting by pressing the numeric keys that
appear under the settings.
Press the arrow again to assign the settings.
Press the OK key t to confirm the network settings.
Press X key y to cancel the settings.
NOTE:
• You do not need to turn off the DHCP option and
configure the network settings manually unless you
know the appropriate IP address, Subnet Mask
and Default Gateway for this machine.
• When DHCP option of your machine is turned ON,
turn on the DHCP option of your wireless router as
well.
u
i
o
u Sewing Machine Name Settings
Press Yes key i to open the sewing machine name
setting screen.
Enter the sewing machine name for the network
identification.
Press the OK key to change the name.
Press X to cancel the settings.
o Default key
Press Default key o to reset the Wi-Fi settings (factory
settings).
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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
q
w
e
+
+
+
The sewing results of the stitch patterns may vary
depending upon sewing conditions, such as sewing
speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc.
Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you
wish to use.
If decorative stitch patterns, monogram or the stretch
buttonhole is distorted, correct it with the feed balancing
dial.
Remove the cap by using the screwdriver etc. Make sure
not to scratch the machine body with the screwdriver.
Set the feed balancing dial at the neutral position for
normal sewing.
q Cap
w Feed balancing dial
e Neutral position
NOTE:
Return the feed balancing dial to its neutral position
when the sewing is finished.
–
–
–
Stretch stitch pattern (Q18)
If the pattern is compressed, turn the feed balancing dial
in the direction of “+”.
If the pattern is drawn out, turn the feed balancing dial in
the direction of “–”.
Letters and numbers
If the pattern is compressed, turn the feed balancing dial
in the direction of “+”.
If the pattern is drawn out, turn the feed balancing dial in
the direction of “–”.
Stitch balance of the stretch buttonholes (B8)
If the right row is denser, turn the dial in the direction of “+”.
If the left row is denser, turn the dial in the direction of “–”.
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57.5 cm
(22-5/8˝)
EMBROIDERY MODE
Embroidery Unit
NOTE:
Be sure to provide sufficient space around the
machine to allow the hoop to move freely.
Do not place anything inside the area shown on the
left.
25 cm
(10˝)
z
Attaching the embroidery unit
z Turn the power switch off.
Remove the cover from the machine.
q Power switch
w Cover
q
NOTE:
Always attach the extension table except when using
the free-arm hoop (FA10a).
w
x
e
c
r
x Place the embroidery unit on the back side of the
machine base, matching the small dots as shown.
e Embroidery unit
r Small dots
c Slide the embroidery unit along the machine to the
right and push the embroidery unit firmly until it fits
securely.
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Extending the carriage arm
z Press down the carriage arm release lever to extend
the carriage arm.
q Carriage arm release lever
w Carriage arm
z
w
q
x Swing out the carriage arm until it locks in the fully
extended position.
x
r
e
CAUTION:
Do not push on the carriage arm when it is extended.
Do not forcefully move the carriage or carriage arm by
hand.
Do not hold the carriage or carriage arm while it is
moving.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in
damage to the carriage mechanism.
CAUTION:
Never move the carriage by hand regardless of
whether the power is on or off, otherwise the machine
may be damaged when opening the carriage arm.
Be sure that the carriage is at the home position when
opening the carriage arm (a triangle mark on the
carriage matches with a bar sign on the carriage arm).
e Triangle mark
r Bar sign
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Detaching the embroidery unit
NOTE:
• Be sure to remove the embroidery unit when
carrying or storing the machine.
• If the needle is in down position, make sure to
raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down
button.
z
z Remove the hoop from the carriage and return the
carriage to the home position (refer to page 128).
WARNING:
Be careful not to get your finger caught between the
embroidery unit and machine bed with the extension
table removed when the carriage returns to home
position.
x
w
x Push down the carriage arm release lever to retract
the carriage arm.
q Carriage arm release lever
w Carriage arm
q
c
e
c Turn the power switch off.
Push the embroidery unit release button.
Slide the embroidery unit to the left and remove it.
e Power switch
r Embroidery unit release button
r
v
v Attach the cover to the machine.
t Cover
t
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Attaching the Embroidery Foot
w
z
Use the embroidery foot P for embroidery.
z Turn the power switch on.
Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle its
highest position.
Press the lockout key and raise the presser foot with
the presser foot lifter.
q Lockout key
w Presser foot lifter
q
x
e
x Loosen the thumbscrew with the screwdriver and
remove the foot holder.
e Thumbscrew
r Foot holder
r
c
t
v
c Attach the embroidery foot P to the presser bar from
behind. Tighten the thumbscrew partially by hand.
t Embroidery foot P
v Lower the foot with the presser foot lifter.
Tighten the thumbscrew securely with the screwdriver.
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Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate
z
Use the straight stitch needle plate for embroidery.
CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine before replacing the needle plate.
w
z Raise the needle and press the lockout key.
Press the presser foot lifter button to raise the presser
foot.
Slide the extension table to the left to remove it.
Push down the needle plate release lever and the
needle plate will snap off.
A message will appear warning that the needle plate
is not secured.
Remove the needle plate to the right.
q Lockout key
w Presser foot lifter button
e Needle plate release lever
q
e
x
x Place the straight stitch needle plate on the machine.
Set the left edge of the needle plate into the opening.
c
c 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 handwheel slowly and make sure that the
needle does not hit the needle plate.
Press the lockout key to unlock.
CAUTION:
Never press the needle plate release lever while
running the machine.
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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.
q
NOTE:
The special bobbin holder is marked with a yellow dot
for identification.
q Yellow dot
z
z Remove the needle plate (refer to the previous page).
Take out the standard bobbin holder.
w Standard bobbin holder
w
x Insert the special bobbin holder into the hook race.
Make sure to match the knob of the bobbin holder with
the stopper on the machine.
Attach the needle plate.
e Knob
r Stopper
t Special bobbin holder for embroidery
x
e
r
NOTE:
Use the standard bobbin holder when sewing lace
designs and quilting designs that use the same thread
for the bobbin as the needle thread.
t
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Embroidery Hoops
There are 3 embroidery hoops included in the standard
accessories.
q
w
q Embroidery hoop SQ14a
A square embroidery hoop with a 14 cm (5 1/2˝) square
embroidery area.
w Embroidery hoop RE20a
A square embroidery hoop with a 17 cm (6 11/16˝) by 20
cm (7 7/8˝) embroidery area.
r
e Embroidery hoop FA10a
A free arm embroidery hoop with a 10 cm by 4 cm (3.9˝
by 1.6˝) embroidery area.
r Blocking plate
e
t
t Magnetic clamp
A magnetic clamp for holding the fabric to the embroidery
hoops.
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Stabilizers
To create the best quality embroidery, it is important to
use stabilizers.
How to use:
Attach the stabilizer to the wrong side of the fabric.
You may need to use more than one layer.
For firm fabrics, you may place a thin sheet of paper
under the fabric.
The non-adhesive type should be used when
embroidering fabric which cannot be ironed or for
sections which are difficult to iron.
Cut the stabilizer larger than the embroidery hoop and
set it on the hoop so that the entire piece is fastened to
the hoop to prevent any looseness in the fabric.
Attaching the stabilizer
Place the wrong side of fabric and the glossy side of
the stabilizer together. Fold up a corner of the stabilizer
and fuse it with an iron.
NOTE:
Fold up a corner of the stabilizer, to make it easier
to peel off the excess stabilizer after stitching.
Ironing temperatures vary depending on the kind of
adhesive stabilizer you are using.
Types of the stabilizers
Type
Usage
Property
Tear-away
Stable woven fabrics
Made from a fiber that will tear easily.
Iron-on
Knits and all kinds of unstable fabrics
Adhesive type fusible with an iron.
Cut-away
Knits and all kinds of unstable fabrics
Non-woven fabric that does not tear.
Water soluble
Cutwork or lace embroidery
Right side of looped fabrics such as towels to avoid loops
coming through the embroidery
A thin film or non-woven fabric that will
dissolve in water.
Heat-away
Cutwork or lace embroidery
A thin film that will melt away with heat.
NOTE:
Sticky type stabilizers can be used only for securing a small piece of fabric or work that cannot be secured in the
hoop, or for securing velvet and other napped fabric that would be permanently marked by the hoop.
Clean the bobbin holder after stitching as glue can get stuck on it.
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Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop
z
q
z Prepare a fabric and attach a stabilizer to the wrong
side of the fabric.
The fabric and stabilizer should be larger than the
hoop size.
Draw the centerlines on the fabric with tailor’s chalk.
q Fabric
w Centerlines
w
x
x Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric,
matching the centerlines of the fabric with the
template.
e Inner hoop
r Template
e
r
c Loosen the hoop tightening screw on the outer hoop.
Place the inner hoop and fabric on the outer hoop.
t Hoop tightening screw
y Outer hoop
c
y
v
v Push the inner hoop and fabric into the outer hoop.
Tighten the screw on the outer hoop to stretch the
fabric. Make sure that the fabric is stretched tightly in
the hoop.
Clamp the fabric to the hoop with the magnetic
clamps.
u Magnetic clamp
t
i
NOTE:
Make sure to match the alignment marks of the outer
and inner hoops when stretching the fabric.
i Alignment marks
u
b
b Remove the template.
NOTE:
Thick layers of fabric and stabilizer may cause
skipped stitches, or broken threads and needles.
Avoid sewing on the layers thicker than 3 mm (1/8˝).
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Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine
z
z Turn the power switch on and open the carriage arm.
Press the mode switch key and a warning message
will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage will move to the
starting position.
The visual touch screen will display the embroidery
mode window.
q Mode switch key
q
NOTE:
If you press the mode switch key with the carriage
arm retracted, a confirmation message will appear.
Do not press the OK key or X key. Instead, open the
carriage arm.
x Place the hoop on the machine and attach the hoop to
the carriage by inserting the lock pin of the hoop into
the hole in the carriage.
Turn the knob clockwise to secure the hoop.
w Lock pin
e Hole
x
w
e
Thread Holder
r
To avoid sewing over a tail of the needle thread, place
the thread end on the thread holder.
r Thread holder
Pass the needle thread through the hole in the
embroidery foot and draw it up to the thread holder.
Hang the thread on the thread holder from front to back.
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Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs
Press the built-in design key and the design list by
category will open.
q Built-in design key
Press the design category key to browse the design list
by category, or press the hoop selection key to browse
the designs by hoop size.
w Design category key
e Hoop selection key
q
Design category
Press the design category key to show the design lists by
category.
Press the previous/next page keys to browse the design
lists.
r Previous page key
t Next page key
r
t
Page 1 of 4
• Anna Maria Horner Designs
• Flourish Alphabet
• Cross Stitch Designs
• Embroidery Lace Designs
Page 2 of 4
• Couching Designs
• Decorative Designs
• Favorite Designs
• Combination Designs
Page 3 of 4
• HANA Style Characters Designs
• Quilting Designs
• Sashiko Designs
• KANJI Designs
Page 4 of 4
• Calibration Pattern
Press the desired category to select and the pattern
selection window will open.
Browse the pattern list with the previous/next page keys,
and select the desired pattern by pressing the pattern
icon key.
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Hoop size
Press the hoop selection key q and the hoop selection
window will open. Select the same hoop as the one
attached to the machine.
q
Browse the design list with the previous/next page keys,
and select the desired pattern by pressing the pattern
icon key.
The visual touch screen will show the hoop confirmation
window.
Monogramming
w
q
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 20 fonts for monogramming as
well as 2-letter, 3-letter, border patterns and normal sew
patterns.
The following fonts and patterns are available:
Page 1 of 2
• Gothic font
• Script font
• Cheltenham font
• Bauhaus font
• Galant font
• Typist font
• Brush font
• First Grade font
• Hollowblock font (upper case only)
• Jupiter font (upper case only)
Page 2 of 2
• Micro Gothic font
• Cyrillic 1
• Cyrillic 2
• Cyrillic 3
• Mincho
• Marumoji
• Border patterns
• Normal Sew patterns (patterns similar to ordinary stitches)
• 2-Letter
• 3-Letter
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Press the icon key of the desired font and the monogram
window will open.
Browse pages with the previous/next page keys.
You can enter alphabet letters, numbers, symbols and
European letters.
e Previous page key
r Next page key
NOTE:
The height of Micro Gothic font is approximately 5 mm.
e
Function keys
r
q
w
e
q Font selection key
Press this key to open the font selection window.
r
i
w Lettering orientation key
Press this key to select the horizontal or vertical
orientation.
o
y
t
u
u
e Letter size key
You can select the following 3 letter sizes by pressing this
key.
The approximate letter sizes of upper case are as follows:
L (Large):
30 mm (1.2˝)
M (Medium): 20 mm (0.8˝)
S (Small):
10 mm (0.4˝)
r Letter case key
Pressing this key changes the letter case from upper
case to lower case and vice versa.
t Delete key
Press this key to delete the character above the cursor or
the character in front of the cursor.
y Save file key
Pressing this key opens the save file window and allows
you to save the text or monogram as a file.
u Cursor key
Press these keys to move the cursor to the left or right.
i OK key
Press this key to confirm your entry and open the
embroidery screen.
o X key
Press this key to exit the monogram entry.
!0 Space adjust key
This key is activated only when a space is entered.
If the spaces between characters look uneven, insert a
blank space between characters and adjust the space
width to justify.
Press this key to open the space adjustment window.
To increase the space width, press the “+” key.
To decrease the space width, press the “–” key.
NOTE:
The space width is shown only in millimeters.
!0
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q
Programming a monogram
Example: Programming “R&B” in Gothic style font.
Enter “R”, the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is automatically memorized.
Press the letter size key and select small size.
q Letter size key
Enter “&”, the cursor shifts to the right and “&” is automatically memorized.
Press the letter size key and select medium size.
Enter “B”, the cursor shifts to the right and “B” is automatically memorized.
w
Press the OK key and a warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage moves to the starting
position.
The hoop confirmation window will appear.
Press the OK key.
The screen changes to the ready to sew window.
Color change
You can sew a multi-colored monogram by changing the
thread color of each letter if you press the color change
key before sewing.
The machine will stop automatically when each character
has been sewn.
Change the thread to the next color and start sewing
again.
w Color change key
Monogram placement
You can select one of 3 monogram placements: left
justify, center justify and right justify.
q
q Left Justify
Press the
key to start sewing from the left end
reference line on the template.
w
w Center Justify
Press the
key to sew in the center of the hoop.
e
e Right Justify
Press the
key to sew from the right end reference line
on the template.
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2-Letter monogram
Example: 2-Letter in an octagon
z
q
z Press the font selection key q.
Select 2-letter w.
w
x
x Select the octagon.
c
c Enter “A” and “B”.
Press the OK key and a warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage moves to the
starting position.
The hoop confirmation window will appear.
Press the OK key.
The screen changes to the ready to sew window.
NOTE:
The 3-letter monogram is sewn in the same way as
the 2-letter monogram.
The starting position for the 2-letter and 3-letter
monogram is in the center of the hoop.
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Editing a monogram
z
Deleting a character: Deleting “R” from “MART”
z Press the cursor key to move the cursor under “R”.
x Press the delete key q and letter “R” is deleted.
x
q
z
Inserting a character: Inserting “E” into “MAT”
zPress the cursor key to move the cursor under “A”.
x
x Enter “E”.
The letter “E” is inserted before “A”.
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Ready to Sew Window
The ready to sew window shows embroidery function
keys and information on the selected pattern.
Press the down arrow key t or up arrow key y to show
the next set of function keys (u to !0).
y
q
u
w
i
e
o
r
!0
t
!1
!2
Function keys
q Color section key
w Trace key
e Thread color/Jog key
r Fine position/angle adjustment key
t Down arrow key
y Up arrow key
u Color list key
i Adjust key
o Hoop back key
!0 Embroidery foot key
!1 Stitch forward key
!2 Stitch back key
!3 Jump key
!4 Jog keys
!3
!4
q
w
e
r
Pattern information
The visual touch screen displays the following details:
t
y
u
i
o
q
w
e
r
t
y
u
i
o
!0
!1
!2
!0
!1
!2
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Hoop size
Dimension of the design
Maximum sewing speed
Embroidery foot height
Number of thread colors (layers)
Required sewing time
Tension setting
Preview window
Cross mark (current sewing point)
Progress bar
Stitch count
Thread color
t
w
q
y
e
u
r
Stitch back/forward keys
Press the “–” key q to move the hoop back to a previous
sewing point.
Press the “+” key w to move the hoop ahead.
The hoop will move one stitch each time the key is
pressed. Hold down the key to travel faster and jump 10,
100 or 500 stitches at a time. The stitch count e and the
total number of stitch count r are displayed in the stitch
count window.
You can use these keys to move the embroidery hoop to
where the thread has broken or run out.
q Stitch back key
w Stitch forward key
e Stitch count
r Total number of stitch count
The pale blue bar in the stitch count window is the
progress bar. The progress bar t appears when the
stitch count increases, and indicates the progress of
the embroidery sewing project. When the project is
completed, the progress bar returns to 0.
t Progress bar
Jump key
If you want to jump to the desired sewing point directly,
press the jump key y and the numeric keypad window u
will open. Enter the desired stitch count number and press
the OK key.
The hoop moves to the sewing point you entered.
y Jump key
u Numeric keypad window
i
o
Cross mark
The cross mark o in the preview window i indicates the
current sewing point. Press the preview window i to hide
the cross mark.
i Preview window
o Cross mark (Current sewing point)
!0
!1
Color section key
Press this key !0 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 !2.
To view the previous color section, press the previous
page key !1.
If you want to sew the specific color section only, press
the next/previous color keys until the desired section is
displayed.
!0 Color section key
!1 Previous page key
!2 Next page key
!2
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q
Trace key
You can check the size of the embroidery area by tracing
the pattern outline without stitching or with basting
stitches. You can also customize the tracing and basting
size.
Press the trace key and the trace option window will
open.
q Trace key
NOTE:
The machine will baste around the embroidery area
with a 5 mm allowance when
keys are pressed.
However, the allowance will be null if the pattern
spreads over the maximum limit of embroidery area.
NOTE:
Lower the presser foot if the presser foot is raised with
the presser foot lifter when tracing and basting.
w
The following 4 options are available:
1. Trace without stitching
Press the
key w to open the trace without stitching
window.
Press the trace key
to start tracing or press one of
the
keys to move the hoop to a corner.
e
r
2. Trace and baste (single)
Press the
key e to open the trace and baste (single)
window.
Press the start/stop button to start tracing with basting
stitches.
3. Trace and baste (double)
Press the
key r to open the trace and baste (double)
window.
Press the start/stop button to start tracing with basting
stitches. First, the machine bastes inside the pattern then
traces the pattern outline with basting stitches.
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4. Custom trace and baste
The machine will baste around the embroidery area with
a 5 mm allowance when
keys are pressed.
However, you can customize the tracing and basting area
size by pressing
key t.
You can set the tracing and basting area by indicating the
left upper corner and lower right corner of the tracing and
basting area.
Press the
key t to open the custom trace and baste
window.
The size of the tracing and basting area is displayed in
the center of the window y.
t
y
u
Press the
key u and a warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage moves to the left
upper corner of the basting area.
Press jog keys i to move the carriage to the desired
position.
i
Press the
key o and the carriage moves to the right
lower corner of the basting area.
Press jog keys i to move the carriage to the desired
position.
Press the trace key !0 to trace the set area without
basting.
o
To trace and baste, press the start/stop button.
To return to the trace and baste area to their default
settings, press the default key !1.
!0
!1
i
q
w
To close the tracing option window, press the X key.
Thread color/Jog key
Press the thread color/jog key to show or hide the jog
keys. The thread color list of the selected design is
displayed when the jog keys are hidden.
Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the
needle position comes right above the center of the
reference lines on the fabric.
q Thread color/Jog key
w Thread color list
e Jog keys
e
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Fine position/angle adjustment key
You can make fine adjustments to the position or angle of
the embroidery design without removing the embroidery
hoop from the machine.
Press the fine position/angle adjustment key q.
The original embroidery design position is previewed as
a rectangle w.
w
q
Rotating a design
You can make fine adjustments to the angle of the
embroidery design.
Press the
key e to rotate the design 0.5 degrees
clockwise.
Press the
key r to rotate the design 0.5 degrees
counterclockwise.
The angle value is displayed in the window t.
NOTE:
The angle of an embroidery design can be adjusted
from -5.0 to 5.0 degrees.
The angle of the embroidery design cannot be
adjusted to exceed the sewing area.
t
e
r
i
o
u
Moving a design
You can make fine adjustments to the position of the
embroidery design.
Press the angle/move key !0.
The jog keys appear on the screen.
Press the
or
keys y to move the design 0.5 mm
right or left (X window i).
Press the
or
keys u to move the design 0.5 mm
forward or backward (Y window o).
The moving distance from the original position is shown
as coordinates in the X and Y windows.
NOTE:
The position of an embroidery design can be fine
adjusted from -5.0 mm to 5.0 mm.
The position of the embroidery design cannot be
adjusted to exceed the sewing area.
The moving distance from the original position is
shown only in millimeters.
!0
y
!2
!3
!1
The red rectangle !1 appears when you make fine
adjustments to the embroidery design, and it shows the
difference between the original position and the adjusted
position.
Press the OK key !2 to apply the fine adjustment.
Press the X key !3 to cancel the settings.
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w
e
Color list key
Press the down arrow key q or up arrow key w to show
the next set of function keys.
Press the color list key e to view a list of thread colors
employed in the selected design.
q
r
t
Press the stitch number key r to view a number of
stitches for each color in the selected design.
Press the spool key t to view a list of thread colors
employed in the selected design.
Adjust key
Press the adjust key to open the manual setting window.
You can adjust the following settings in this window.
y Adjust key
y
u
!2
i Cutting the tails of jump threads
This option can be used when the “jump thread cutting
length” setting or “cutting command“ is activated (refer to
page 154).
Press the “+” or “–” key to adjust the tail length of jump
thread.
o
o Embroidery foot height
Press one of the fabric icon keys ( !0 or !1 )to select the
recommended height or press the “+” or “–” key to fine
tune the foot height.
!0 Plain fabric key
!1 Quilting key
!1
To return the manual settings to their default settings,
press the default key !2.
i
!0
u Auto thread tension level
Press the “+” or “–” key to adjust the thread tension to
your preference.
Press the OK key to apply the settings.
Press the X key to cancel the settings.
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q
Hoop back key
Press the needle up/down button to raise the needle at
its highest position if the needle is in down position.
Press the hoop back key q. The embroidery foot will be
raised automatically, and the hoop back option window
will open.
Press the
key w and the confirmation window open.
Press the OK to move the carriage back to the home
position and return to the Ready to Sew screen. Press
one of the
keys to move the carriage to a
standby position.
Press the X key to close the hoop back option window.
w Hoop back key
w
Press the hoop back key e or the start/stop button.
The caution message appears.
Press the OK key and the hoop will go back to the
original position.
e
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Embroidery foot key
Press this key to open the embroidery foot window.
Press one of the presser foot icon key (w, e or r).
The presser foot height and the sewing speed will be
automatically adjusted to suit the selected presser foot.
q Embroidery foot key
w Embroidery foot (P)
e Couching foot (PC-1)
r Couching foot (PC-2)
NOTE:
Select and attach couching feet (PC-1 or PC-2) only
when selecting Couching Designs (refer to page 149).
q
w
e
r
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Starting to Sew Embroidery
z
z Select the desired pattern.
Press the thread color/Jog key q. The jog keys
appear.
q Thread color/Jog key
w Jog key
q
w
x
x Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the
needle position comes right above the center of the
centerlines on the fabric.
c
c Press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches.
Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine.
The presser foot will be raised automatically.
Cut the loose thread close to the beginning of the
starting point.
e Loose thread
Press the start/stop button to start sewing again.
The machine will stop (and trim the threads if the auto
thread cutting is activated) automatically when the first
color section is finished.
Change the thread to the next color and sew the next
section.
You can adjust the sewing position with the jog keys
during the sewing if necessary.
Press the start/stop button to stop the machine.
Press the jog keys to move the hoop at the desired
position. Press the start/stop button again to continue
sewing.
e
NOTE:
The needle drop position will resume the original
position after all the color sections are finished.
Sewing results
The embroidery pattern is sewn against the centerlines
on the fabric as shown.
r Centerlines on the fabric
NOTE:
Refer to page 154 for how to set auto thread cutting.
r
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Editing Mode
In the editing mode, you can edit and combine patterns
to create original embroidery designs.
Press the editing mode key q and the editing window for
the hoop RE20a will open.
q Editing mode key
q
Selecting a hoop size
You can select other hoop sizes.
z Press the hoop selection key q and the hoop
selection window will open.
q Hoop selection key
z
q
x Press the hoop icon key to select the desired hoop.
Select the desired hoop.
The screen will return to the editing window.
x
NOTE:
In the editing mode, you cannot select patterns larger
than the size of the selected hoop.
q
w
Opening the embroidery designs
You can open the built-in designs, monogram, and
designs from the USB flash drive in the editing window.
To open design patterns, press the home key q.
Press the built-in design key w.
Select the desired pattern from the design chart (refer to
pages 168-177).
q Home key
w Built-in design key
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w
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!0
!1
!2
!3
!4
!5
!6
!7
!8
!9
@0
@1
Editing tool bar information
The editing tool bar contains the following keys as shown.
Press the next set key w to show the next set of editing
tools. Press the previous set key e to show the previous
set of editing tools.
q
w
e
r
t
y
u
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o
!0
!1
!2
!3
!4
!5
!6
!7
!8
!9
@0
@1
Layout keys
Next set key
Previous set key
Scroll key
Zoom key
Hoop selection key
Duplicate key
Delete key
Resize key
Rotate key
Horizontal mirror image key
Vertical mirror image key
Arc key
Sewing order key
Center position key
Corner layout key
Custom color key
Group key
Color group key
Single color sewing key
Save file key (refer to page 157)
Selecting a pattern
To select the pattern to edit, press on the pattern image
in the editing window.
The green frame appears around the selected pattern.
Moving a pattern
To move the embroidery pattern in the editing window,
press and drag the pattern to a desired location with the
touch panel stylus or your fingertip.
NOTE:
Do not drag the pattern on the screen with a sharp
pointed object.
You can move the selected pattern also by pressing the
layout keys.
Press the layout keys q to move the pattern to the
desired position in the editing window.
Press the center position key w to move the pattern to
the center of the editing window.
q Layout keys
w Center position key
q
w
The carriage will not move when you press the layout
keys since the pattern position will move relative to the
hoop, not to the machine.
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Zooming in the editing window
Press the zoom key to open the zoom in/out window.
Select the view size from normal, large or largest by
pressing one of the view size keys.
q Zoom key
w Normal view size key
e Large view size key
r Largest view size key
The scroll function is activated automatically when
zoomed in.
To scroll the magnified window, drag the window in the
desired direction.
Press the scroll key to cancel the scroll command.
t Scroll key
q
w e r
t
Duplicating a pattern
z
x
z Press the duplicate key to make a copy of the selected
pattern.
q Duplicate key
x The duplicated pattern will be superimposed over
the original pattern. Move the duplicate to show the
original pattern.
q
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Deleting a pattern
z Press on the pattern to delete.
x Press the delete key q to delete the selected pattern.
q Delete key
z
x
q
Resizing a pattern
z Press the resize key to open the resize option window.
q Resize key
z
x You can change the embroidery pattern size from
80% to 120% of the original size.
Press the “+” key w to enlarge the pattern size.
Press the “–” key e to reduce the pattern size.
The size will change 1% each time you press the “+”
or “–” key. To change the size quickly, press and hold
the “+” or “–” key.
The scale of a resized pattern is displayed in
percentage r.
Press the OK key to confirm the new size.
x
q
e
r
w
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z
x
Rotating a pattern
zPress the next set key q to show the next set of editing
tools.
Press the rotate key w to open the rotation option
window.
w Rotate key
x
Press the
key e to rotate the selected pattern
1 degree clockwise.
Press the
key r to rotate the selected pattern
1 degree counterclockwise.
Press the
key t to rotate the selected pattern
45 degrees clockwise.
Press the
key y to rotate the selected pattern
45 degrees counterclockwise.
The angle of a rotated pattern is displayed in the
window u.
Press the OK key to confirm.
q
w
u
y
r
e
t
z
q
x
Flipping a pattern
z Press the vertical or horizontal mirror image key.
q Horizontal mirror image key
w Vertical mirror image key
x Press the
key q to create the horizontal mirror
image of a selected pattern.
w
c
c Press the
key w to create the vertical mirror image
of a selected pattern.
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Monogramming in an arc
In the editing mode, you can make a monogram in an
upper or lower arc.
z Enter the characters and press the OK key.
z
x The entered characters are displayed in the editing
window.
Press the arc key and the arc layout window will open.
q Arc key
x
q
c Press the upper arc key w to make an upper arc.
Press the lower arc key e to make a lower arc.
Press the enlarge key r to make an arc longer.
Press the shorten key t to make an arc shorter.
Press the OK key to confirm.
w Upper arc key
e Lower arc key
r Enlarge key
t Shorten key
c
w
r
e
t
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Sewing order
You can change the sewing order of a pattern
combination.
Press the sewing order key q and press on the images
of the pattern one by one.
The patterns will be sewn in the order you press on the
images.
Press the sewing order key q again to return to the
previous screen.
q Sewing order key
q
Center positioning
You can move the selected pattern to the center position.
z
z Press on the pattern to move.
x Press the center position key q to move the selected
pattern to the center position.
q Center position key
x
NOTE:
When using the embroidery hoop FA10a, the selected
pattern will be moved to the center of the limited
embroidery area if the embroidery area is limited with
the opening width key (see page 148).
q
Corner layout
z Select pattern Favorite Designs FA10a-3.
Move the design up and to the right.
z
x
q
x Press the corner layout key.
The pattern will automatically be copied and placed
symmetrically into 4 corners.
q Corner layout key
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Customizing the display colors
You can simulate the colors of the actual fabric and
threads on the screen by customizing the colors of the
design image and editing window.
z
z Press the custom color key and the custom color
window will open.
q Custom color key
q
x
w
e
x If you wish to change the color of the design pattern,
press the design color key.
Press the scroll keys until the desired section is
displayed in the preview window.
w Design color key
e Scroll keys
To select the hue, press one of the 12 color tiles.
r Color tiles
r
To change the shade of the selected color, press next
page key, previous page key, or drag the slider to the
left or right.
t Slider
y Next page key
u Previous page key
You can assign a name to the customized color for
the color section by pressing the name key.
The assigned name will be displayed instead of the
name and code of the thread color in the embroidery
window.
i Name key
i
t
y
u
o
c
!0
c To change the background color, press the
background color key and select the desired color.
To select the hue, press one of the 12 color tiles.
To change the shade of the selected color, press next
page key, previous page key, or drag the slider to the
left or right.
o Background color key
NOTE:
If a design in *.JPX format has a background image,
you can display the background image in the editing
window by pressing the background image key.
!0 Background image key
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Grouping patterns
z You can group patterns together.
Press the next set key q to show the next set of
editing tools.
Press the group key w and the grouping option
window will open.
q Next set key
w Group key
z
w
q
x
x Press the group all key e and press the OK key to
group all the patterns in the editing window.
e Group all key
e
c If you wish to group the selected patterns only, select
the desired patterns by pressing on the pattern
images.
Press the selected pattern again to deselect the
pattern. To deselect all the patterns, press the
deselect key r.
Press the OK key to group the selected patterns.
r Deselect key
c
r
v
v The grouped patterns can be moved and duplicated
as a unit.
When grouping the selected patterns only, the rest of
the patterns are grayed out and cannot be selected.
To ungroup the patterns, press the group key again.
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Color grouping
When combining duplicated patterns, you can reduce the
number of color sections with color grouping.
z
z For example, the combined design pattern has 12
color sections.
x
x Press the color group key q and the color grouping
window will open.
Press the OK key to unite all color sections of the
same color and the ready to sew window opens.
q Color group key
q
c
c The number of color sections is reduced to 3.
NOTE:
Color grouping will be cancelled when returning to the
editing window.
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Single color sewing
If you want to sew a pattern or a pattern combination in
one color only, press the single color sewing key q.
The machine will not stop until the entire design is sewn.
z
x
z Press the single color sewing key q.
x Press the OK key.
q
c
c The design(s) will be displayed in gray.
Press the start/stop button to start single color sewing.
The design will be sewn without stopping for color
change.
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Embroidery Lace Designs
z
You can attach the lace pieces in the “Designs for water
soluble stabilizer” category to a background fabric with
the lace designs in the “Designs for fabric” category to
achieve a three-dimensional appearance.
Example: Butterfly design (FA10a-1)
z Attach the water soluble stabilizer to the hoop.
Be sure that the stabilizer is stretched tightly in the
hoop. Select “Designs for water soluble stabilizer”.
Press the page key. Select the design FA10a-1 and
sew.
Remove the water soluble stabilizer from the hoop.
Trim away the water soluble stabilizer surrounding the
design pattern with scissors.
Remove the water stabilizer by soaking the butterfly
wing design into a bowl of warm water.
x
x Attach the background fabric to the carriage.
Select “Designs for fabric”.
Press the page key. Select the design FA10a-1 and
sew the first and second sections (color).
c
c The second section is the placement guide for placing
butterfly wings.
q Background fabric
w Placement guide (second section)
q
w
v
v Place the butterfly wings piece which was created in
procedure z above so that the butterfly wings are
aligned with the placement guide.
Use tape to hold the design for your convenience.
NOTE:
Be sure that the lace piece to be attached is
completely dried out after removing from water.
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b Sew the third section (color) over the design. The
butterfly wings are attached to the background fabric.
Sew the rest of the section (color) and remove the
tape to complete the design.
NOTE:
The other butterfly design also
requires a combination of the water
soluble stabilizer design FA10a-2 and
the fabric design FA10a-2. Place the
butterfly wing piece on the placement
guide and continue sewing.
Placement guides of “Designs for fabric”
Each embroidery design in Designs for fabric category contains a placement guide section for placing designs for
water soluble stabilizer.
After the placement guide is sewn, the machine will sew over the lace piece with the next section (color) to hold the
piece.
The placement guides and their sewn orders are indicated below. Place the desired lace piece on the placement
guide and hold it with tape. Sew over the lace piece with the next section to hold the piece.
FA10a-1
2nd section
FA10a-2
FA10a-3
4th section
2nd section
FA10a-4
FA10a-5
2nd section
3rd section
FA10a-6
FA10a-7
1st section 1st section
SQ14a-5
SQ14a-1
2nd section
SQ14a-2
SQ14a-3
2nd section
3rd section
RE20a-1
4th and 6th sections
5th, 6th, 7th 8th and 9th sections
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z
Lace Design RE20a-1 (Designs for water soluble
stabilizer)
You can attach up to 4 flower designs to the large lace
design (Designs for water soluble stabilizer) RE20a-1.
x
c
z Prepare the flower designs you want to attach before
sewing the lace design RE20a-1. Select the desired
flower designs from the “Designs for water soluble
stabilizer” category, and sew them to the water soluble
stabilizer. Remove the water stabilizer by soaking the
flower designs into a bowl of warm water.
x Draw centerlines on the water soluble stabilizer with
tailor’s chalk. Set the water soluble stabilizer in the
hoop RE20a and attach the hoop to the carriage.
Select the RE20a-1 design (Designs for water soluble
stabilizer).
c Sew until the 11th section (color). The 11th section is
the placement guide for placing flower designs.
Place one of the flower design pieces which was
created in procedure z above so that the flower
design is aligned with the placement guide.
v
v Use tape to hold the design for your convenience.
Sew the 12th section (color) over the design. The
flower design is attached to the large lace RE20a-1
design.
b
b Sew the rest of the sections. The 13th, 15th and 17th
sections are the placement guides. Place the flower
designs created in procedure z and sew over flower
designs (same as done in procedure v).
Remove the design from the hoop.
Remove the water stabilizer by soaking the overall
design into a bowl of warm water to complete the
design.
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z
Connecting Lace Design RE20a-1 (Designs for water
soluble stabilizer)
You can connect the large lace design RE20a-1 vertically
or horizontally.
Example: Connecting the Lace Design RE20a-1 vertically
z Draw centerlines on the water soluble stabilizer with
tailor’s chalk.
The water soluble stabilizer and vertical line should be
long enough to connect following patterns.
x
x Set the water soluble stabilizer in the hoop RE20a and
attach the hoop to the carriage.
Select the design RE20a-1 (Designs for water soluble
stabilizer).
c
c Press the start/stop button and sew.
Remove the hoop from the carriage and the stabilizer
from the hoop.
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v
v Place the template sheet on the fabric.
Align the cross marks of the sewn pattern and
template sheet. To print out the template sheet, refer
to on-screen help of EmbroideryEditor in Acutools S.
q Cross mark
q
b Mark the points of the horizontal centerline for the
second pattern.
Draw the horizontal centerline.
w Points
e Horizontal centerline
b
w
e
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n
n Set the stabilizer in the hoop and adjust the fabric
position to match the centerlines for the second
pattern and template.
Attach the hoop to the carriage and press the start/
stop button.
The cross marks will be sewn for the first pattern.
Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys or Fine
position/angle adjustment key if necessary (refer to
page 126).
Press the start/stop button to sew the rest of patterns.
m
m Remove the stabilizer from the hoop.
Trim away the water soluble stabilizer surrounding the
design pattern with scissors.
Remove the water soluble stabilizer by soaking
the design in a bowl of warm water to complete the
design.
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Free Arm Embroidery
The free arm hoop FA10a is specially designed for
embroidering tubular garments such as sleeves, pant
legs etc.
200 mm
or less
200 mm
or wider
Check the opening size of the tubular portion of the
garment. The opening width must be 200 mm (8˝) or
wider.
The area to be embroidered should be within 200 mm (8˝)
from the opening.
Opening width:
If the opening width is 200–250 mm the embroidery
area should be limited in order to prevent fabric from
restraining hoop movement.
Press the opening width key and select the opening width
by pressing “+” or “–” key.
Press the OK key and the area limits will be indicated.
q Opening width key
q
Free arm embroidery
Draw centerlines on the fabric with tailor’s chalk.
Open the editing window and select the hoop FA10a.
Select small designs which can be opened.
Press the OK key to open the ready to sew window.
Remove the extension table.
w
Set the garment in the hoop FA10a as shown.
Position the garment so that the centerlines match those
on the template in the hoop.
Place the garment over the free arm of the machine and
attach the hoop FA10a to the carriage.
w
Roll up the cuff so that it will not jam at the neck of the
free arm.
Insert the blocking plate into the inner hoop to prevent
the cuff from overlapping the embroidery area.
w Blocking plate
Press the start/stop button to sew making sure that the
garment can move freely around the free arm.
Remove the hoop from the carriage when sewing is
finished. Remove the garment from the free arm.
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Couching Designs
Enjoy embellishing your work with yarns.
Use the couching foot PC-1 or PC-2 for the couching
designs.
For weight 3 yarn (light), use the couching foot PC-1.
For weight 4 yarn (medium) use the couching foot PC-2.
NOTE:
• Use the weight 3 yarn (light) or weight 4 yarn
(medium) for the couching design project.
• Do not sew on a hard string.
• Test sew to check the sewing results.
• Do not use the single color sewing key for the
couching designs.
• Use the same color thread for the bobbin and the
needle thread as the yarns for the best result.
Select one of the couching design.
In the ready to sew window, press the embroidery foot
key w.
Select the couching foot PC-1 for the weight 3 yarn (light).
Select the couching foot PC-2 for the weight 4 yarn
(medium).
The presser foot height and sewing speed will be
automatically adjusted to suit the selected couching
design sewing.
q
If the yarn layers become too thick, press the adjust key
q and adjust the presser foot manually (refer to page
127).
w
CAUTION:
Press the lockout key to lock the machine when
attaching/removing the presser foot, yarn guide, and
threading the threads and yarns to the machine.
Preparation
Attach the selected couching foot to the machine.
To attach the couching foot, refer to page 23.
Turn the handwheel toward you.
Be sure that the needle through the center of the
couching foot.
e
Hold the thread with both of your hands.
Slide the thread under the plate, and slip it into the
presser foot hole.
e Plate
r Presser foot hole
r
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u
yt
Retighten the needle clamp screw firmly with the
screwdriver.
Slide the yarn guide t onto the needle clamp screw y
firmly with the mouths u of the yarn guides up as shown.
t Yarn guide
y Needle clamp screw
u Mouths
y
NOTE:
Be careful not to turn the needle clamp screw when
sliding the yarn guide onto the needle clamp screw.
Insert the yarn guide bar i into the hole for the additional
spool pin o.
Turn the yarn guide to the right until it stops.
i Yarn guide bar
o Hole for the additional spool pin
o
i
Pass the yarn through the yarn guide bar.
Thread the yarn by passing it through the slit on the
mouth.
Thread the yarn through the left mouth for the couching
スタートfoot PC-1 !0.
Thread the yarn through the right mouth for the couching
ストップfoot PC-2 !1.
!0 Mouth for couching foot PC-1
!1 Mouth for couching foot PC-2
Unwind the ball of yarn !2 and splay out the yarn on a
sewing table to ensure smooth feeding without tangling.
!2
!1
!0
Hold the yarn with both of your hands.
Slide the yarn under the plate, and slip it into the presser
foot hole.
Draw the yarn and needle thread to the rear.
e Plate
r Foot hole
e
r
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To sew:
NOTE:
The knots may appear at some points of a ball of yarn.
Be careful not to feed the knot of yarn into the mouth
of the yarn guide while sewing.
Set the fabric to the hoop.
Attach the hoop to the carriage.
Press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches.
Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine.
Cut the loose yarn !3 and thread !4 to the beginning of
the starting point.
Press the start/stop button to start sewing again.
!3 Loose yarn
!4 Loose thread
!4
The machine will stop (and trim the threads if the auto
thread cutting is activated) automatically when the first
color section is finished.
Change the thread to the next color and yarn.
Sew the next section.
!3
NOTE:
Remove the couching foot when finished couching
design. The needle may strike the couching foot when
switching the ordinary sewing mode.
NOTE:
When you combine couching designs, it is necessary
to stop the machine and trim the excess yarn after the
yarn jumps to the next couching design.
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CUSTOMIZING EMBROIDERY MODE
SETTINGS
Embroidery Mode Settings
Press the embroidery setting mode key (refer to page 94).
q
w
e
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.
w Low bobbin thread warning
The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted with
the “+” or “–” key. To turn this option off, press the “–” key
until “OFF” shows in the window.
e Embroidery foot height
The machine measures fabric thickness and automatically
sets the presser foot to the optimum height.
However, you can fine tune the foot height according to
fabric material and/or other sewing conditions by pressing
the “+” or “–” key. The adjustable range is 0 mm to 4 mm.
You can select the type of embroidery foot to set the
embroidery foot height from P, PC-1 or PC-2 by pressing
the corresponding key.
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.
r
r Maximum embroidery speed
The maximum embroidery sewing speed can be set from
400 to 800 spm in 100 spm intervals by pressing the “+”
or “–” key. (Sewing speed can be varied with the speed
control slider even while running the machine.)
NOTE:
Reduce the sewing speed when sewing patterns
with narrow zigzag stitches that tend to warp at high
speeds.
t
y
t One stitch stop on/off
When this function is turned on, the machine sews one
stitch and stops automatically so that you can bring the
bobbin thread up before sewing.
y Consecutive color grouping on/off
If an imported stitch data file or design files of a pattern
combination contain consecutive sections in the same
color, these sections are automatically grouped together
as one section when opening the file or saving the
pattern combination as a file or going to the ready to sew
window. This function is invalid when combining the builtin designs and externally sourced designs.
Turn this option off if you do not wish to group the
sections together.
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.
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u Hoop confirmation on/off
The hoop confirmation message will appear every time
before opening the ready to sew window. However you
can turn this option off by selecting off.
i Hoop calibration
You can calibrate the center position of the hoops.
You need to enter embroidery mode before opening the
embroidery setting window.
Extend the carriage arm and press the YES key.
i-1 YES key
u
i
i-1
The carriage moves to the center position.
Press the hoop selection key to open the hoop selection
window.
i-2 Hoop selection key
Select the hoop and attach it to the carriage. Set the
template in the hoop.
Adjust the hoop position by pressing the jog keys so that
the needle is right above the hole in the template and
press the OK key.
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.
i-2
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Thread cutting
There are 3 thread cutting options for embroidery.
o Jump thread cutting length
When this option is turned on, the machine trims the
jump threads if the jump thread length is the same or
more than the set value. Jump thread cutting length can
be set from 3 mm to 30 mm or off.
!0 Cut at color change/end
When this option is turned on, the machine trim the
thread when it stops to change the thread to the next
color.
!1 Cutting command
When this option is turned on, the machine trim the
threads at the trim code if the imported stitch data file
contains a trim command (cutting command).
o
!0
!1
!3
!2 Easy setting
When this setting is turned on, the machine will trim the
threads if the jump thread is 3 mm or longer, or when the
machine stops to change the thread to the next color.
Press the OK key to confirm the easy setting.
!2
!3 Advanced setting
When this setting is turned on, you can configure the
Jump thread cutting o, Cut at color change/end !0, and
Cutting Command !1 options individually.
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.
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NOTE:
You do not need to change Locking stitch function
settings when using built-in embroidery designs.
!4 Locking stitch ON/OFF (after each color change)
The threads may ravel if the stitch data does not contain
locking stitches at the beginning of each color section.
To avoid raveling, insert locking stitches at the beginning
when this function is turned ON.
!5 Locking stitch ON/OFF (after thread trimming)
If you turn ON the thread cutting (refer to the previous
page “Thread cutting”), the machine will insert locking
stitches after the jump to avoid threads from raveling.
!4
!5
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.
!6-1
!6 Thread selection
There are 9 types of embroidery thread to choose from.
Press the key of the thread you wish to use. The color
code of the selected brand is shown on the color/part key
along with the name of the color.
If you use imported embroidery stitch data containing
proper thread information, press the retain original color
key to retain this information.
!6-1 Retain original color key
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.
!6
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!7 Grid line on/off
Turn this option on to show grid in the editing window.
The grid size can be altered from 10 to 30 mm with the “+”
or “−” key when this option is on.
Turn this option off to hide the grid.
!7
!8 Resume mode
When Resume Mode is turned on, the last pattern sewn
before turning the power off will resume when you turn
the power on again.
!8
When you turn the power on, the confirmation window
opens. Press the OK key to resume the last pattern.
NOTE:
When the auto-off timer is turned on, the resume
mode will be automatically turned on and cannot be
changed (refer to page 97).
After customizing the settings, press the OK key to
enable the new settings.
To exit the setting mode without changing the settings,
press X key.
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Saving and Opening a File
NOTE:
Always back up your data to an external device in
case a problem occurs.
You can save original embroidery designs as files in the
built-in memory and/or USB flash drive.
Press the save file key and the save file window will
open.
q Save file key
q
q
A folder labeled “Embf” is displayed on the screen.
To select a folder, press the folder icon.
w
File names are assigned automatically in numerical order
starting from M_001.....
Press the OK key and the file is saved in the selected
folder.
To assign a particular name to the file, press the rename
key.
w Rename key
The keyboard window opens.
Enter a new name and press the OK key.
The file is saved under the new name.
When you attempt to save a file with a name that already
exists, the confirmation message will appear.
Press the OK key to overwrite the existing file or press
the X key if you do not want to overwrite it.
q
Creating a new folder
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.
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Deleting a file or folder
Press the delete key and select the file or folder to delete.
A confirmation message appears.
Press the OK key to delete the file or folder.
q Delete key
q
Opening a file
To open saved files, press the open file key to open the
open file window.
q Open file key
Select the folder location, either the built-in memory or
USB flash drive.
Open the folder that contains the desired file by pressing
the folder icon.
q
e
w
The file list of the selected folder is displayed.
The default view is “small icon” view.
In this view, many files can be displayed at once, and file
attributes are not shown on the icons.
To open the file, press the file icon.
The file attributes can be shown on the file icon.
To show the file attribute, press the “large icon” key or “file
list” key.
w Small icon key
e Large icon key
r File list key
There are 8 file attributes as follows:
: *.JEF (Janome embroidery format)
: *.JEF+ (editable Janome embroidery format)
: *.JPX (editable Janome embroidery format)
: *.JPX (*.JEF+ with a background bitmap image)
: *.JPX (Acufil embroidery format)
: *.JPX (Cutwork embroidery format)
: *.JPX (Free-arm embroidery format)
:*.DST (Tajima embroidery format)
r
To hide file attribute, press the small icon key.
NOTE:
Tajima (*.DST) format does not have thread color
information. Janome’s thread color will be assigned
automatically when opening.
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q
Changing a name of the file or folder
Press the rename key and select the file or folder for
which you wish to change the name.
The keyboard window will open.
Enter a new name and press the OK key.
The name of the file or folder will change.
q Rename key
If you enter a name that already exists, the message “The
same name exists.” will appear.
Press the X key and enter another name.
Direct PC-Link
You can connect your sewing machine to a PC with the
USB cable included in the standard accessories.
You need to install EmbroideryEditor and the USB driver
for your sewing machine on your computer.
Embroidery Editor and the USB driver are available
in the Acutools S CD-ROM included in the standard
accessories.
Start up your sewing machine and PC, and insert the
type “A” USB connector into the PC.
Insert the type “B” connector into your sewing machine.
You can send original stitch patterns created with Stitch
Composer and original embroidery design data from a
PC to your sewing machine.
Refer to on-screen help of EmbroideryEditor for more
details.
CAUTION:
Do not turn the power off or disconnect the USB cable
while the data transfer is in progress, as this will cause
loss of data and can damage the machine’s memory.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook Area
Clean the hook area at least once a month.
Remove the needle plate (refer to page 24).
Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine.
Remove the needle and presser foot.
CAUTION:
Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than
as explained in this section.
Take out the bobbin and bobbin holder.
q Bobbin holder
q
w
Clean the bobbin holder with a lint brush.
Apply a few drops of the bobbin holder cleaner (included
in the standard accessories) to a soft cloth and wipe the
bobbin holder both inside and outside.
w Lint brush
e Bobbin holder cleaner
r Soft cloth
r
e
t
Clean the feed dog and auto thread cutter device with
the lint brush.
t Feed dog
y Auto thread cutter device
y
Clean the inside and lip of the hook race with a soft cloth.
Insert the bobbin holder so that the knob fits next to the
stopper in the hook race.
Insert the bobbin.
u Knob
i Stopper
u
i
Attach the needle plate, presser foot and needle.
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Problems and Warning Signals
If the visual touch screen shows a warning sign, follow the guidance below.
Warning Sign
Cause
Try this
The start/stop button is pressed with the foot 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 bobbin winder
spindle to the left for
stitching.
The machine will stop if the buttonhole is sewn without
lowering the buttonhole lever.
Lower the buttonhole lever
and start the machine again.
The twin needle key is pressed when the twin needle sign Replace the twin needle with
is indicated on the LCD screen.
a single needle and press
the OK key.
The machine is started without lowering the feed dog with Lower the feed dog.
button sewing selected.
The machine is started with the feed dog lowered.
Raise the feed dog unless
you want to sew with the
feed dog lowered.
The needle plate is removed.
Attach the needle plate.
Check if the needle plated is
attached properly.
The machine is halting due to overload.
Wait for at least 15 seconds
to restart. Remove tangled
threads around take-up lever,
hook race and automatic
thread cutting mechanism.
The machine is malfunctioning.
Contact the service center
or the store from whom the
machine was purchased.
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Troubleshooting
Condition
The machine is
noisy.
Cause
1. Thread is jammed in the hook area.
2. The feed dog is packed with lint.
The needle thread 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly.
breaks.
2. The needle thread tension is too tight.
3. The needle is bent or blunt.
4. The needle is inserted incorrectly.
5. The thread is too heavy for the needle.
6. The needle thread was not set in the thread holder when embroidery
sewing started.
The bobbin thread 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder.
breaks.
2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder.
3. The bobbin is damaged and does not turn smoothly.
The needle breaks. 1. The needle is inserted incorrectly.
2. The needle is bent or blunt.
3. The needle clamp screw is loose.
4. The needle thread tension is too tight.
5. The needle is too fine for the fabric being sewn.
6. An inappropriate presser foot for the selected pattern is being used.
7. The fabric was pulled toward you when sewing free motion quilting with
the free motion quilting open-toe foot QO.
Visual Touch Screen 1. The contrast of the screen is not adjusted properly.
is not clear.
Skipped stitches
1. The needle is inserted incorrectly.
2. The needle is bent or blunt.
3. The needle and/or threads are not suitable for the fabric being sewn.
4. A blue needle is not being used for sewing stretch, very fine or synthetics.
5. The needle thread is not threaded properly.
6. The needle is defective (rusted, burr on needle eye or tip).
7. The embroidery hoop is not set properly.
8. The fabric is not stretched tightly enough on the embroidery hoop.
9. A purple needle is not being used for sewing thick fabrics, denims and
across the hem.
Seam puckering
1. The needle tension is too tight.
2. The needle thread or the bobbin thread is not threaded correctly.
3. The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn.
4. The stitch length is too long for the fabric.
5. The stitch width is too wide.
Slipping layers
The cloth is not
feeding smoothly.
The machine does
not run.
Reference
See page 160.
See page 160.
See page 16.
See page 37.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 115.
See page 15.
See page 160.
Replace the bobbin.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 37.
See page 19.
Use the correct foot.
See page 92.
See page 94.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 19.
See page 16.
Change the needle.
See page 115.
See page 114.
See page 19.
See page 37.
See pages 15-17.
See page 19.
Make stitches shorter.
Reduce the stitch
width.
6. The stabilizer is not being used.
Use the stabilizer.
1. The dual feed foot is not being used for sewing hard to feed Use the dual feed
material.
foot.
1. The feed dog is packed with lint.
See page 160.
2. The dual feed foot is not being used for sewing hard to feed material. Use the dual feed
foot.
3. The stitches are too fine.
Make stitches longer.
4. The feed dog is lowered.
See page 26.
1. The machine is not plugged in.
See page 9.
2. A thread is caught in the hook race.
See page 160.
3. A faulty foot control is plugged in while the machine is turned on.
Replace the foot
control.
4. The start/stop button is used for ordinary sewing with the foot control See page 9.
plugged in.
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Condition
Crunching sound
occurs when running
the machine.
Patterns are
distorted.
Cause
1. Something is caught between the carriage and the arm.
2. The carriage is hitting something around the machine.
Reference
Remove the object.
See page 106.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
See page 37.
See page 36.
See page 105.
Use an interfacing.
See page 115.
See page 106.
See page 114.
Stop the machine
and free the fabric.
Trim the jump thread.
Adjust the foot height
(see page 152).
See page 46.
See page 105.
Use an interfacing.
See page 44.
See page 95.
The needle thread tension is too loose.
The stitch length is not suitable for the fabric being sewn.
Feed balancing dial is not properly set.
Interfacing is not used for sewing stretch and very fine fabrics.
The embroidery hoop attaching knob is loose.
The embroidery hoop is hitting something around the machine.
The fabric is not stretched tightly enough on the embroidery hoop.
The fabric is caught or trapped when sewing embroidery.
9. The embroidery foot is trapped by a jump thread.
10. The embroidery foot stumbles on a mound of embroidery threads.
The automatic
buttonhole stitches
are not balanced.
Pattern selection
keys do not work.
The machine
cannot connect to
the wireless LAN
access point.
The machine’s WiFi connection is
unstable.
The visual touch
screen swells.
USB flash drive
does not function.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
The stitch length is not suitable for the fabric being sewn.
The feed balancing dial is not set properly.
Interfacing is not being used with stretch fabric.
Buttonhole lever is not lowered.
The key position is out of alignment.
1.
2.
1.
2.
1.
The wireless router device does not comply with IEEE802.11b/g/n wireless standard.
The wireless router device using WEP security, and encryption type or/and key index is not set correctly.
The wireless router device’s DHCP option is not turned on.
A microwave oven, bluetooth devices or cordless phones is being used
between the machine and the access point.
The machine has exposed to high humidity and high temperature.
1. The memory bank of the USB flash drive is damaged.
2. The USB flash drive is not compatible with the machine.
See page 102.
See page 102.
See page 102.
See page 102.
Use and store the
machine in a cool
and dry area.
See page 95.
Change the USB
flash drive.
It is not abnormal for a faint humming sound to be heard from the internal motors.
The LCD screen and function key area may become warm after several hours of continuous use.
IMPORTANT:
To carry the sewing machine, hold the carrying handle with your hand, and support the sewing machine with the
other hand.
Clean the outside of the machine with a soft cloth. Do not use chemical solvents.
Store the machine in cool and dry place.
Do not store the machine in an area of high humidity, near a radiator or in direct sunlight.
Make sure to store the embroidery carriage arm before turning off the power switch.
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STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing
Utility (U)
Buttonhole (B)
Applique (A)
Heirloom (H)
Quilt (Q)
Satin (S)
Bridge (BR)
* Stitch patterns in blue can be used with the straight stitch needle plate.
* Stitch patterns in purple can be tapered.
* Stitch patterns shaded in light grey can be flipped vertically (Horizontal mirror image).
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STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing
Decorative (D)
Long (L)
Pictograph (P)
Play (PL)
* Stitch patterns in purple can be tapered.
* Stitch patterns shaded in light grey can be flipped vertically (Horizontal mirror image).
165
STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing
Block
Script
Broadway
Block (9 mm)
166
STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing
Cyrillic
Mincho (9mm)
Marumoji (9mm)
Symbol
167
DESIGN CHART
Pattern images are not to scale.
Embroidery
Anna Maria Horner Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
(FA10a)
Flourish Alphabet
(SQ14a)
168
DESIGN CHART
Pattern images are not to scale.
Embroidery
Cross Stitch Designs
(SQ14a)
(FA10a)
Embroidery Lace Designs
Designs for water soluble stabilizer
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
(FA10a)
Designs for fabric
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
(FA10a)
169
DESIGN CHART
Pattern images are not to scale.
Embroidery
Couching Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
Decorative Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
(FA10a)
170
DESIGN CHART
Pattern images are not to scale.
Embroidery
Favorite Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
(FA10a)
Combination Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
171
DESIGN CHART
Pattern images are not to scale.
Embroidery
HANA Style Characters Designs
(SQ14a)
Quilting Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
Sashiko Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
172
DESIGN CHART
Pattern images are not to scale.
Embroidery
KANJI Designs
(SQ14a)
(RE20a)
Calibration Pattern
(SQ14a)
173
DESIGN CHART
Embroidery
Gothic
Bauhaus
Script
Galant
Cheltenham
Typist
174
DESIGN CHART
Embroidery
Brush
Jupiter
First Grade
Micro Gothic
Hollowblock
175
DESIGN CHART
Embroidery
Cyrillic 1
Mincho
Cyrillic 2
Cyrillic 3
Marumoji
176
DESIGN CHART
Embroidery
Border
Normal Sew
2-letters
3-letters
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