Janome Memory Craft 15000 Users Manual

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Memory Craft 15000

Instruction Manual

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:
1.

5.
6.
7.

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.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle and/or cutting blade.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
14. 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.
15. 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)

FCC Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

IC (Industry Canada) Notice
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.

Directive 1999/5/EC
Hereby, Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd., declares that this MC15000 is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

TABLE OF COTENTS
GETTING READY TO SEW
Names of Parts........................................................................ 1-2
Standard Accessories.............................................................. 3-4
Thread Cutter Switch............................................................... 5-6
Placing the thread cutter switch to the left................................5
Adjusting the lateral position.....................................................6
Adjusting the longitudinal position............................................6
Foot Control Preparation.............................................................6
Extension Table...........................................................................7
Free arm sewing.......................................................................7
Accessory Storage......................................................................7
Accessory Case...........................................................................7
Connecting the Power Supply.....................................................8
Controlling Sewing Speed...........................................................9
Speed control slider..................................................................9
Foot Control.................................................................................9
Extra Wide Table.........................................................................9
Machine Operating Buttons.......................................................10
Common Keys...........................................................................11
Setting the Spool of Thread.......................................................12
Additional spool pin................................................................12
Winding the Bobbin............................................................. 12-14
Removing the bobbin..............................................................12
Winding the bobbin.................................................................13
Inserting the bobbin................................................................14
Threading the Machine..............................................................15
Automatic Needle Threader.......................................................16
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread..................................................17
Replacing Needles....................................................................18
Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart..............................................18
Replacing the Presser Foot.......................................................19
Replacing the Foot Holder................................................... 20-21
Removing the presser foot holder..........................................20
Attaching the dual feed holder................................................20
Detaching and attaching the dual feed foot............................21
Attaching the darning foot PD-H.............................................21
Attaching the embroidery foot P.............................................21
Replacing the Needle Plate.......................................................22
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot....................................23
Knee Lifter.................................................................................23
Retractable Sewing Light...........................................................24
Optic Magnifier..........................................................................24
Mode Selection..........................................................................25
On-screen Help.........................................................................25
ORDINARY SEWING MODE
Ordinary Stitch Patterns...................................................... 26-27
Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode............................ 28-29
Utility Stitches...................................................................... 30-42
Straight stitches......................................................................30
Starting to sew........................................................................30
Sewing from the edge of thick fabric......................................30
Changing sewing direction.....................................................30
Turning a square corner.........................................................30
Securing seams......................................................................31
Cutting threads.......................................................................31
Using the seam guide lines....................................................31
Angle scale on the needle plate.............................................31
Variety of Straight Stitches.................................................. 32-34
Sewing with the Dual Feed Device............................................33
Dual feed balancing dial.........................................................33
Zigzag Stitches..........................................................................34
Variety of Overcasting Stitches.................................................35
Manual Stitch Settings......................................................... 36-37
Altering needle drop position (straight stitches)......................36
Altering stitch width.................................................................36
Altering stitch length...............................................................36
Adjusting thread tension.........................................................37
Adjusting foot pressure control...............................................37
Foot up for pivoting.................................................................37
Favorite Stitch Adjustment................................................ 38-39

Cloth Guide................................................................................40
Other Utility Stitches............................................................ 41-42
Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches..................................... 43-55
Variety of Buttonholes...............................................................43
B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole........................................... 44-47
Manual settings......................................................................46
Using the stabilizer plate........................................................47
B2 Automatic (square) buttonhole....................................... 48-49
Other Buttonholes......................................................................50
B13 Welted Buttonhole (Bound buttonhole)........................ 51-52
Corded Buttonhole.....................................................................53
Specialty Stitches................................................................ 53-55
B14 Button Sewing....................................................................53
B15 Darning...............................................................................54
Fly Stitches (B17 to B20)...........................................................55
Eyelets (B21 to B25)..................................................................55
Decorative Stitches.............................................................. 56-59
Quilting(Q).................................................................................60
Using the quilting guide bar....................................................60
Q1-Q3 Patchwork pieceing.....................................................60
Q80-Q85 Hand-look quilt stitches...........................................60
S1-S31 Decorative satin stitches...............................................61
Elongation ratio.......................................................................61
Created Stitches (CS)................................................................62
Twin Needle Sewing..................................................................63
Programming a Pattern Combination........................................64
Mirror image of patterns.........................................................64
Bridge stitches........................................................................64
Editing a Pattern Combination...................................................65
Deleting a pattern...................................................................65
Inserting a pattern...................................................................65
Startover Key.............................................................................66
Current pattern startover........................................................66
First pattern startover.............................................................66
Checking Pattern Combination Length......................................67
Monogramming.................................................................... 68-70
Function keys.........................................................................68
Manual thread tension............................................................69
Individual thread tension adjustment......................................69
Unified thread tension adjustment..........................................69
Spacing ..................................................................................69
Reduce the size of letters.......................................................69
Programming a monogram.....................................................70
Saving a Pattern Combination...................................................71
Creating a new folder.............................................................71
Changing the folder name or file name..................................71
Opening a Pattern Combination................................................72
Sewing Application....................................................................73
Seaming.................................................................................74
Overedge................................................................................75
Blind Hem......................................................................... 76-77
Shell Tuck...............................................................................77
Rolled Hem.............................................................................78
Zipper Sewing................................................................... 79-83
Lapped zipper sewing.................................................... 79-81
Concealed zipper sewing............................................... 82-83
Gathering................................................................................84
Basting ..................................................................................84
Button Sewing........................................................................85
Tacking ..................................................................................86
Applique
..................................................................................87
Patchwork...............................................................................88
Quilting ............................................................................ 89-91
Straight stitches (with dual feed)..........................................89
Quilting guide bar for dual feed foot.....................................89
Clasp stitches......................................................................89
Free quilting.........................................................................90
One stitch off........................................................................90
Foot height for free motion quilting......................................90
Sculpture stitches................................................................91

TABLE OF COTENTS
Hand-look quilt stitches........................................................91
Variable zigzag....................................................................91
CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS
Machine Setting Mode............................................................. 92
Registering the custom settings............................................ 92
Common Setting Mode........................................................ 93-96
Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode............................................ 97-99
Wireless LAN Setting Mode............................................. 100-102
Connecting a Wireless Network...........................................100
Network Settings.......................................................... 101-102
Language Selection Mode.......................................................103
Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns.......................................103
EMBROIDERY MODE
Embroidery Unit................................................................104-106
Attaching the embroidery unit...............................................104
Extending the carriage arm..................................................105
Detaching the embroidery unit..............................................106
Attaching the Embroidery Foot................................................107
Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate...............................108
Special Bobbin Holder for Embroidery....................................109
Bobbin Winding While Working on an Embroidery Project......109
Embroidery Hoops...................................................................110
Stabilizers ................................................................................111
Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop...............................112
Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine......................113
Thread Holder..........................................................................113
Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs....................................114
Monogramming................................................................. 115-119
Function Keys.......................................................................116
Programming a monogram...................................................117
Monogram placement...........................................................117
2- Letter monogram..............................................................118
Editing a monogram.............................................................119
Ready to Sew Window.....................................................120-123
Function keys.......................................................................120
Pattern information...............................................................120
Stitch back/forward keys.......................................................121
Cross key..............................................................................121
Color section key..................................................................121
Color list key.........................................................................121
Jog keys...............................................................................121
Trace key..............................................................................122
Hoop back key......................................................................122
Adjust Key............................................................................123
• Auto thread tension level................................................123
• Cutting the tails of jump threads.....................................123
• Embroidery foot height....................................................123
Embroidery mode key...........................................................123
Starting to Sew Embroidery.....................................................124
Fringe designs................................................................. 125-126
Applique Designs............................................................. 127-128
Frame Designs........................................................................129
Lace Designs...........................................................................130
Quilting Designs......................................................................130
Editing Mode.....................................................................131-140
Selecting a hoop size...........................................................131
Opening the embroidery designs..........................................131
Editing tool bar information...................................................132
Selecting a pattern................................................................132
Moving a pattern...................................................................132
Selecting a pattern with pattern selection keys....................133
Resizing a pattern.................................................................133
Duplicating a pattern.............................................................133
Deleting a pattern.................................................................134
Rotating a pattern.................................................................134
Flipping a pattern..................................................................135
Creating a square frame.......................................................136
Grouping patterns.................................................................137
Sewing order........................................................................138

Color grouping......................................................................138
Zooming in the editing window.............................................139
Customizing the display colors.............................................139
Monogramming in an arc......................................................140
Free Arm Embroidery..............................................................141
Border Designs................................................................ 142-143
Connecting the patterns in the editing window.....................143
AcuFil Quilting with Hoop ASQ22.................................... 144-151
AcuFil hoop ASQ22..............................................................144
AcuFil template.....................................................................144
Preparing quilt layers............................................................144
Printing the template sheet...................................................145
Marking the centerlines........................................................145
Setting quilt layers in hoop ASQ22.......................................146
Sewing AcuFil design pattern...............................................146
Adjusting the size of the last pattern.....................................147
Creating original AcuFil designs...........................................148
Editing designs............................................................. 149-150
Sewing the border design.....................................................151
Eliminating blank margin......................................................151
CUSTOMIZING EMBROIDERY MODE SETTINGS
Embroidery Mode Settings.............................................. 152-154
Saving and Opening a File.............................................. 155-157
Saving a file..........................................................................155
Creating a new folder...........................................................156
Deleting a file or folder..........................................................156
Opening a file.......................................................................156
Changing a name of the file or folder...................................157
Direct PC-Link.........................................................................157
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Hook Area..........................................................158
Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide.................................159
Troubleshooting............................................................... 160-162
Troubleshooting (automatic needle threader).......................162
STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing.............................................................. 163-165
Embroidery...................................................................... 166-175
INDEX.............................................................................. 176-178

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GETTING READY TO SEW

Names of Parts

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Top cover
Thread take-up lever
Spool pin
Spool holder (large)
Foot compartment
Hole for additional spool pin
Bobbin thread cutter A
Bobbin winder stopper
Foot compartment (for P foot)
Bobbin thread cutter B
Bobbin winder spindle

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Retractable light
Face plate
Thread cutter/holder
Extension table
Centimeter/inch measurements
Feed balancing dial cap
Knee lifter socket
Visual touch screen

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Buttonhole lever
Automatic needle threader
Lever
Thumbscrew
Presser foot holder
Presser foot
Needle plate
Hook cover plate
Lower thread guide
Needle clamp screw
Needle
Hook cover release button

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Needle threader button
Thread cutter button
Presser foot lifter button
Needle up/down button
Auto-lock button
Reverse button
Start/stop button
Speed control slider
Bobbin winding button

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* Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Hand wheel
Touch panel stylus holder
Dual feed balancing dial
USB ports
Power switch
Power inlet
Foot control jack
Cover
Dual feed drive
Presser foot lifter
Carrying handle
Embroidery unit socket
Embroidery unit
Carriage arm
Carriage arm release lever

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Semi-hard fabric cover
Embroidery unit case
Accessory case
Extra wide table

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Standard Accessories

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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
Concealed zipper foot Z
Automatic buttonhole foot R
Stabilizer plate
Rolled hem foot D
Open toe satin stitch foot F2
Darning foot PD-H
Free motion quilting closed-toe foot QC
Free motion quilting open-toe foot QO
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)
Dual feed zipper foot ED (single)
AcuFeed open toe foot UD (twin)
Embroidery foot P

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Straight stitch needle plate
Bobbin x 5 (1 set on the machine)
Needle set
Additional spool pin
Felt
Screwdriver
Lint brush
Seam ripper (buttonhole opener)
Quilting guide bar
Spool holder (large) (set on the machine)
Spool holder (small)
Net
Spool stand
Button shank plate
Scissors
Touch panel stylus
Cloth guide
Bobbin holder cleaner

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Embroidery hoop SQ14 (with template)
Embroidery hoop SQ23 (with template)
Embroidery hoop GR (with template)
Embroidery hoop ASQ22 (with template)
Embroidery hoop FA10 (with template)
Magnetic clamps (for SQ23 and GR)
Magnetic clamps (for ASQ22)
Bobbin holder for embroidery
Felt
Stabilizers
Bobbin thread for embroidery
Foot control (with thread cutter switch)
Knee lifter
Optic magnifier (20/40/60)
Power cable
USB cable
Instruction book
Key icon reference chart
Instructional video DVD
Horizon Link Suite CD-ROM (with installation
guide)

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

NOTE:
• Threads are trimmed when the thread cutter switch
is depressed for more than 0.5 seconds.
• The thread cutter switch does not work without the
foot control being depressed first.

Placing the thread cutter switch to the left
The thread cutter switch position can be adjusted for
your convenience.
If you wish to attach the thread cutter switch to the left
side of the foot control, follow the procedure below.

NOTE:
Phillips head screwdriver is not included with this
machine.

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z Remove the setscrews A e, B r and washers t
with a Phillips head screwdriver.
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r Setscrew B
t Washer

x Turn the base plate 180 degrees.

c Attach the foot control and thread cutter switch
with the setscrews and the washers t. Tighten the
setscrews A e and B r. Be sure that the cable is not
caught between the foot control and the base plate.

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

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Foot Control Preparation
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z Remove the cable tie q from the cable.
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x If you wish to use the thread cutter switch, you need
to connect it with the foot control.
Insert the pin connector w into the jack e on the foot
control.

c Turn the foot control upside down.
Open the cover of the foot control.

v Draw out the cable from the foot control.

Extension Table
The extension table provides an extended sewing area
and can be removed for free arm sewing.
To remove:
Draw the table to the left.
To attach:
Slide the table on the base and push it to the right.

Free arm sewing
The free arm is used for stitching sleeves, waistbands,
pant legs or any other tubular garments.
It is also useful for darning socks or elbows.

Accessory Storage
The accessories can be conveniently stored in the
accessory case, the compartment in the extension table
and the compartment under the top cover.

To store the accessories in the compartment of the
extension table, push up the lid towards you to open the
accessory storage.
q Foot compartment
w Foot compartment for P foot
e Lid
r Straight stitch needle plate (Place it upside down as
shown.)
t Automatic buttonhole foot and stabilizer plate
y Dual feed holder (twin)

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Accessory Case
To store the other accessories, open the accessory case
and store in the appropriate places. Optional accessories
can also be stored in this case.

Connecting the Power Supply
z First make sure the power switch q is off.
x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord
into the power inlet e.
c Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t,
and turn the power switch q on.
q Power switch
w Machine plug
e Power inlet
r Power supply plug
t Wall outlet
NOTE:
Make sure to use the power cable that came with the
machine.
If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds
before turning it on again.

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 attaching or removing parts.
- 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 (see page 6).
z First make sure the power switch q is off.
x Insert the machine plug w of the power supply cord
into the power inlet e.
c Draw out the cord from the foot control and insert the
pin connector y into the jack u on the machine.
v Insert the power supply plug r into the wall outlet t,
and turn the power switch on.
q Power switch
w Machine plug
e Power inlet
r Power supply plug
t Wall outlet
y Pin connector
u Jack
NOTE:
• The start/stop button does not work when the foot
control is connected.
• The foot control cannot be used in the embroidery
mode.
• Do not depress the thread cutter switch when
inserting the pin connector y into the jack u.
Operating Instructions:
The symbol “O” on a switch indicates the “off” position of
the switch.
Foot controller Model 21390 is for use with sewing
machine MC15000.
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 in both the
ordinary sewing mode and embroidery mode with the
speed control slider according to your sewing needs.
To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the right.
To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left.
The sewing speed can be changed while stitching.

Foot Control

Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed.
The harder you depress 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.
NOTE:
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.

Extra Wide Table
Peel off the backing paper from the rubber soles and
attach them to the bottom of the legs
q Rubber sole
w Leg
Attach the 4 legs to the table top with the setscrew.
Attach the table support to the underside of the table by
inserting the hooks into the slots.
e Setscrew
r Table support
Remove the extension table.
Place the assembled table on the machine.
Adjust the table height by turning the adjusting screws.
t Adjusting screw

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Machine Operating Buttons
q Start/stop button
Press this button to start or stop the machine. This
button can be used either in the ordinary sewing mode or
embroidery mode.
In the ordinary sewing mode, the machine starts running
slowly for the first few stitches. It then runs at the speed
set by the speed control slider.
The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being
pressed.
The button turns red when the machine is running, and
green when it stops.

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NOTE:
The start/stop button cannot be used in the ordinary
sewing mode when the foot control is connected.

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w Reverse button
When sewing stitch pattern U1, U4, U9-12, Q1-3 or
BR1-10, the machine will sew in reverse as long as the
reverse button is pressed.
If stitch pattern U1, U4, U9-12, Q1-3 or BR1-10 has
been selected and the foot control is not connected,
the machine will start sewing in reverse as long as the
reverse button is pressed.
If you press the reverse button when sewing any other
patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop.

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.

e Auto-lock button
When sewing stitch pattern U1, U4, U9-12, Q1-3 or
BR1-10, the machine will immediately sew locking
stitches and automatically stop when the auto-lock button
is pressed.
When sewing all other patterns, the machine will sew to
the end of the current pattern, sew locking stitches and
stop automatically.
The machine will trim the threads automatically after
locking the stitch when the thread cut after auto-lock
option is turned on (refer to page 99).

u Needle threader button
Press this button to thread the needle thread through the
needle eye (refer to page 16).
i Bobbin winding button
Press this button to wind the bobbin (refer to page 13).

r Needle up/down button
The machine will always stop with the needle down
except when buttonholes, darning, tacking, eyelets or
monograms are selected.
Press this button to bring the needle bar up or down.
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.
y Thread cutter button
Press this button when you finish sewing to trim the
threads. The needle bar and presser foot automatically
rise after trimming the threads.
Refer to page 31.

Common Keys

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

r Set mode key
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, wireless LAN and language
selection are available in this mode.

t Help movie key
Press this key to view the on-screen movie about the
essential operations.
y Lockout key
Press this key to lockout the machine when threading the
machine, replacing the accessories etc.
To reduce the risk of injury, all the buttons and keys
except for the presser foot lifter and needle threader
button are deactivated.
To unlock the machine, press the unlock key u on the
window.

Setting the Spool of Thread

Open the top cover.
Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the
spool pin.
Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against
the spool of thread.
NOTE:
Use the small spool holder to hold narrow or small
spools of thread.

If you use a slippery thread such as monofilament
transparent thread, put the net on the spool of thread
to prevent the thread from slipping off the spool and
jamming around the spool pin.

Additional spool pin
Use the additional spool pin when you need to wind a
bobbin without unthreading the machine while working on
a sewing project (refer to page 109).
Set the spool stand q under the additional spool pin w.
Insert the additional spool pin w into the hole e.
Place the felt r and a spool on the pin.
q Spool stand
w Additional spool pin
e Hole for additional spool pin
r Felt

r
w

NOTE:
The additional spool pin is also used for twin needle
sewing.

Winding the Bobbin
Removing the bobbin

z
w

CAUTION:
Press the lockout key or turn the power switch off.

z Slide the hook cover release button q to the right,
and remove the hook cover plate w.
q Hook cover release button
w Hook cover plate
x Remove the bobbin from the bobbin holder.
NOTE:
Use the plastic bobbins for horizontal hook marked
with a “J”. Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound
paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/
or damage to the bobbin holder.

Winding the bobbin

z Pull the thread from the spool.
Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread
into the guide slot q.
q Guide slot

x
w

x Draw the thread to the left and forward around the
thread guide w.
Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around
and under the guide plate e.
Firmly pull the thread to the right while holding it with
both hands.
w Thread guide
e Guide plate

e
q

NOTE:
You can adjust the bobbin winding speed in the
setting mode (refer to page 96).

c Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.
r Bobbin
t Bobbin winder spindle

v Pass the thread to the bobbin.
Hold the thread with both hands and wind it around
the bobbin clockwise several times.

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
i

n Push the bobbin stopper i to the left.
i Bobbin stopper

m Press the bobbin winding button o. The visual touch
screen will show the bobbin winding sign.
o Bobbin winding button
When the bobbin is fully wound, it will stop spinning
and the bobbin stopper returns to its original position
automatically.

m ,

, Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread with bobbin thread
cutter B !0.
!0 Bobbin thread cutter B

NOTE:
For safety purposes, the machine will automatically
stop 1.5 minutes after starting bobbin winding.

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

r
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

q
x

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

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 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 17 for how to draw up the bobbin
thread.

Threading the Machine

Press the needle up/down button to raise the take-up lever
to the highest position.
Press the lockout key to lockout the machine. The presser
foot will go down and the upper thread tension disks will
open.
q Lockout key

x
z
v

Pass the thread in order from z to m.

b
n

q
z Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread
into the guide slot.
w Guide slot

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

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

b
n

b Then pull the thread down along the left channel and
through the lower thread guide.
i Lower thread guide

n Slide the thread from the right of the needle bar thread
guide to the left.
o Needle bar thread guide

m Thread the needle with the needle threader (refer to
the next page).

Automatic Needle Threader

NOTE:
The needle threader can be used with a #11 to #16
needle.
Thread size 50 to 90 is recommended.
Do not use thread size 30 or thicker.
Make sure the machine is locked out.

z Draw the thread through the slit q of the needle
threader. The thread should pass under the hook w.
q Slit
w Hook

x Pull the thread up and slip it between the thread cutter
and face plate from behind.
Pull the thread toward you to cut.

c Press the needle threader button e.
The needle thread will be automatically threaded to
the needle eye.
e Needle threader button

e
r

v Pull the thread loop r to take the thread end out
through the needle eye to the rear.
r Thread loop
NOTE:
• The automatic needle threader cannot be used
with the twin needle.
• 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.

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread
After using auto thread cutting or threading the bobbin
holder, you can start sewing without drawing up the
bobbin thread.
However, you need to draw up the bobbin thread when
sewing gathering stitches etc.
z Remove the bobbin. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin
holder again and rethread the bobbin holder according
to the instructions on page 14, but leave a 10 cm (4˝)
tail of bobbin thread as shown.
q Bobbin thread

NOTE:
Do not cut the bobbin thread with the thread cutter.
w Thread cutter

x Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread lightly
with your left hand.
e Needle thread

e
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

v Pull both threads 10 cm (4˝) under and behind the
presser foot.

Replacing Needles

CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine or turn the power switch off before
replacing the needle.

Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.
Press the lockout key.
q Lockout key
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
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
Never use a blunt needle.

Fabric

Thread

Lawn
Georgette
Tricot

Silk #80-100
Cotton #80-100
Synthetic #80-100

Medium

Sheeting
Jersey
Wool
Knit

Silk #50
Cotton #50-80
Synthetic #50-80

Heavy weight

Denim
Tweed
Coating
Quilting

Silk #30-50
Cotton #40-50
Synthetic #40-50

Fine

Needle

Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart

• For general sewing, use red needle.
• Fine threads and needles should be used
Blue needle
for sewing fine fabrics.
Universal needle • In general, use the same thread for both
needle and bobbin.
#9/65-11/75
• Use a blue needle for sewing fine fabrics,
Red needle
stretch fabrics, tricot and buttonholes to
Purple needle
prevent skipped stitches.
Universal needle • Use a purple needle for sewing knits, free
quilting and across the hem to prevent
#11/75-14/90
skipped stitches.
• Use a stabilizer or interface to stretch or
Red needle
fine fabrics to prevent seam puckering.
Purple needle
Universal needle • Always test the thread and needle size on
a small piece of the same fabric you will
#14/90-16/100
use for actual sewing.

NOTE:
• 1 x twin needle, 2 x blue needle (#11/75), 1 x red
needle (#14/90) and 1 x purple needle (#14/90)
are included in the needle case.
• The automatic needle threader cannot be used
for threading a thread size #30 and thicker.

For embroidery:
• In general, use a blue needle.
• Use a red needle or purple needle for thicker fabrics.
• Use a purple needle for dense stitch embroidery and
Quilting designs.
• Janome bobbin thread for embroidery is recommended
for bobbin.
18

Replacing the Presser Foot

CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lock out
the machine.

Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.
Press the lockout key.
q Lockout key

q
w

Raise the presser foot lifter.
w Presser foot lifter

Press the black lever on the backside of the foot holder.
The presser foot will snap off.
e Lever

CAUTION
To avoid damaging the lever, do not push it down.

Place the desired foot under the foot holder so that the
pin of the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder.
Lower the presser foot lifter to lock the foot in place.
r Pin
t Groove

Each foot is marked with an identification letter.
y Identification letter

Replacing the Foot Holder
Replace the foot holder, if you use the dual feed feet,
darning foot or embroidery foot.

CAUTION:
Press the lockout key to lockout the machine before
replacing the foot holder.
Removing the presser foot holder
Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down button.
Press the lockout key and raise the presser foot with the
presser foot lifter.
q Lockout key
w Presser foot lifter

Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the presser foot
holder.
e Thumbscrew

NOTE:
Use the foot holders included in the standard
accessories only.

Attaching the dual feed holder
Attach the dual feed holder to the presser bar.
q Dual feed holder

w
e

Tighten the thumbscrew with your fingers.
Push the dual feed link to engage it with upper feed drive.
w Dual feed link
e Upper feed drive

Lower the presser foot lifter. Lower the needle to the
lowest position by turning the hand wheel.

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
Attaching the darning foot PD-H
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

q
w

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 107).

Replacing the Needle Plate

Use the straight stitch needle plate when sewing with the
dual feed foot and also when embroidering.

CAUTION:
Always make sure to press the lockout key to lockout
the machine before replacing the needle plate.

e
Raise the needle and press the lockout key.
Press the presser foot lifter button to raise the presser
foot.
q Lockout key
w Unlock key
e Presser foot lifter button

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
A message will appear warning that the needle plate is
not secured.
Remove the needle plate to the right.

r
Place the straight stitch needle plate on the machine.
Set the left edge of the needle plate into the opening.

Push down on the mark of the needle plate until it locks
in place.

Make sure the warning message disappears and the
straight stitch is automatically selected.
Turn the hand wheel slowly and make sure that the
needle does not hit the needle plate.
Press the unlock key to unlock.

CAUTION:
Never press the needle plate release lever while
running the machine.

Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot
You can raise and lower the presser foot with the presser
foot lifter button, the presser foot lifter or the knee lifter.
q Presser foot lifter button
w Presser foot lifter
You can raise the presser foot about 6 mm (1/4˝) higher
than the normal up position by exerting more pressure
when lifting the presser foot lifter or knee lifter.
This helps you to place layers of thick fabrics or
embroidery hoops under the foot.

NOTE:
The presser foot cannot be lowered with the presser
foot lifter if the foot was raised with the presser foot
lifter button.
The knee lifter cannot be used in the embroidery
mode.

Knee Lifter

The knee lifter is extremely helpful when sewing
patchwork, quilting etc., since it allows you to handle the
fabric while your knee controls the presser foot.

Attaching the knee lifter
Match the ribs on the knee lifter with the notches in the
knee lifter socket and insert the knee lifter.
q Knee lifter
w Knee lifter socket
Adjusting the knee lifter
The angle of knee lifter can be adjusted to fit your knee.
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.
e Setscrew
r Angle bar

Using the knee lifter
Push the knee lifter with your knee to move the presser
foot up and down.
The knee lifter controls zigzag width of the variable
zigzag (refer to page 91).

NOTE:
Do not touch the knee lifter while stitching, otherwise
the fabric will not be fed smoothly.

Retractable Sewing Light

In addition to the twin LED lights, the machine is
equipped with a retractable light.
Place your finger in the groove and slide the arm towards
you. The light will turn on automatically.
Adjust the angle of the light to illuminate the working
area.
q Arm
w Groove
Push back the arm to turn the light off and store it.

w
q

CAUTION:
Do not hit or exert excessive force on the arm of the
retractable sewing light as this may cause damage
when it is extended.

Optic Magnifier

Use the magnifier to get a larger view of the needle area.
Attaching the magnifier
Hold the knob with your fingers and insert the pin into the
hole in the bottom of the face plate.
Push the magnifier up until it snaps to fit.
Adjust the angle to get the best view.

w
q

q Pin
w Hole
Removing the magnifier
If the magnifier is not in use, turn it to the left out of sight
or pull it down to remove.

CAUTION:
Do not use or leave the magnifier in the direct sunlight,
otherwise it may cause a fire or burn.
Do not look at the sun through the magnifier as it can
damage your eyes.
Do not hit or exert excessive force on the optic
magnifier as this may cause damage when it is
attached.

Replacing the magnifier
To remove the lens, push or pull the lever q to the
opposite side to draw the pin out of the lens.
Remove the lens from the metal.
To attach the lens, insert it into the metal part e as
illustrated.
Push or pull the lever q to the opposite side to fix the
lens.
Higher numbers r indicates stronger magnification.
q Lever
w Lens
e Metal part
r Number

q
e

r
24

Mode Selection

When you turn the power switch on, the visual touch
screen will show the ordinary sewing mode after a few
seconds.
The machine is set for straight stitch sewing.
NOTE:
After turning on the power, it takes several seconds to
display the opening window.
(This is the required boot up procedure.)
To switch to the embroidery mode, first turn the power
switch off then attach the embroidery unit (refer to pages
104-105).
Turn the power switch on and press the mode switch key.
q Mode switch key
A confirmation message w will appear. Do not press the
OK key or X key. Open the carriage arm and a warning
message e will appear. Press the OK key to switch to
the embroidery mode and the carriage will move to the
starting position.
To switch back to the ordinary sewing mode, press
the mode switch key and follow the instructions in the
confirmation message.

On-screen Help

Press the help key to open the help menu.
You can view movies on 7 topics of essential operations
of the machine, total power-on time of the machine or
total operating time of the machine.

Select the help topic by pressing the movie key and the
movie window will open.
q Help key
w Movie key
e Software version
r Total power-on time
t Total operating time

e
r
t

q
Press the play key to start the movie and press the pause
key to stop playing.
You can search through the movie in forward or reverse
direction by pressing the fast forward key or rewind key.
y Play key
u Pause key
i Fast forward key
o Rewind key
Press the return key to return to the beginning of the
movie.
!0 Return key
Press the X key to close the current window.

!0 o y i

ORDINARY SEWING MODE
Ordinary Stitch Patterns

In the ordinary sewing mode, there are 5 categories
available. Press the home key q to enter the category
selection.
q Home key
w Utility stitches (U)
e Buttonhole and specialty stitches (B)
r Decorative and quilting stitches
t Monogramming
y Sewing applications
Press one of the icon keys to select the category.
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.

w
e
r
t
y

q
w

w Utility stitches (U)
You can select utility stitches for seaming, overcasting,
blind hemming, basting and shell tucking.

e Buttonholes and specialty stitches (B)
There are various styles of buttonholes, button sewing
stitches, darning, tacking, fly stitches and eyelets
available in this category.

r Decorative and quilting stitches
This category consists of the following 10 groups.
Applique stitches (A)
Heirloom stitches (H)
Quilting stitches (Q)
Satin stitches (S)
Bridge stitches (BR)
Decorative stitches (D)
Long stitches (L)
Pictograph stitches (P)
Play stitches (PL)
Created stitches (CS)

(A)

(Q)
(H)

(S)

(D)

(BR)
(L)

(PL)
(P)

(CS)

t Monogramming
You can program lettering as well as a combination of
characters and symbol patterns.

y Sewing applications
You can select the appropriate stitch for a specific sewing
project and fabric type from the designated applications
in this category.

Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode
q w

q Drop feed key
This key is available only with the utility stitch group.
Press this key to drop or raise the feed dog.

e r t

w Cloth guide key
Press this key for cloth guide sewing (refer to page 40).

e Foot-up key
If this option is turned on, the needle stops at the down
position and the presser foot will automatically go up
when the machine stops.
Press this key to turn this option on or off (refer to page
37).

r Twin needle key
Press this key to set the stitch width for twin needle
sewing (refer to page 63).

t Dual feed key
Press this key for dual feed sewing (refer to page 33).

y 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.
u Touch bar
Press on the touch bar to display the next page or
previous page.
i 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 66).

o !0

!1 !2
o Program key
Press this key to program a pattern combination.
When this key is pressed, the delete key, memory check
key, save file key and cursor keys will appear.
!0 Delete key
Press this key to delete the pattern from the pattern
combination.
!1 Memory check key
Press this key to view the stitch image of the entire
pattern combination.
!2 Save file key
Press this key to save the pattern combination as a file.
!3 Cursor keys
Press one of the cursor keys to move the cursor up or
down.

!4 Font selection key
You can select one of 5 fonts.
Select the desired font by pressing the corresponding key.

!4 !5

!5 Letter case key
Press this key to select upper case or lower case for
monograms.
!6 Letter size key
Press this key to select the full size (L) or small size (S).

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.
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

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

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).
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

5/8˝

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.

Cutting threads
To cut the threads after finishing sewing, press the
thread cutter button. The needle bar and presser foot will
automatically go up after trimming the threads.
w Thread cutter button

NOTE:
The thread cutter button does not function when the
presser foot is up.
Use the thread cutter on the face plate to cut
specialized or thick threads if the auto thread cutter
does not work well.

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.
e Thread cutter

Using the seam guide lines
The seam guides on the needle plate and hook cover
help you measure seam allowance.
NOTE:
The numbers on the needle plate indicate the distance
from the center needle position in millimeters and
inches.

Angle scale 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.

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.

Sewing with the Dual Feed Device

Patterns U1 to U4 and Q1 to Q7 can be sewn with the
dual feed device.
The dual feed device is extremely effective when sewing
hard to feed materials such as PVC coated fabric or
leather.
It also eliminates layer slippage.
The following 5 types of dual feed feet are available in
the standard accessories.

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 20).
Press the dual feed key y and select the desired pattern.

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.

Place the fabric under the foot and lower the needle at
the point where you wish to start.
Start sewing at medium speed.
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.

Check the feed balance by test sewing on a scrap piece
of the fabric you intend to use.
(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 Upper layer
w Lower layer
e Dual feed balancing dial

U8 Basting
See page 84 for sewing instructions.

Zigzag Stitches
U9, U10 Zigzag stitches
Zigzag stitches are used for various sewing needs
including overcasting. These stitches can be used on
most woven fabrics.
A dense zigzag stitch can also be used for applique.

U11, U12 Multiple zigzag stitches
These stitches are used for mending tears.

Variety of Overcasting Stitches
U11, U12 Multiple zigzag stitch: Zigzag foot A
This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and
other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker.
Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam
allowance. 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.
U17 Overlock stitch: Overedge foot M
This stitch is used for overcasting knits and stretch
fabrics. Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot
and sew.

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

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.
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, U7, U9-U12 and
U27 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 2.50, U7
is 1.0 to 2.50, U9-U12 and U27 is 0.0 to 5.0.

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.

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 97).

Favorite Stitch Adjustment

You can save customized stitch settings (stitch length,
stitch width, thread tension and presser foot pressure,
depending on the selected stitch patterns) as Favorite
Stitch Adjustment. When the favorite stitch adjustment
option is turned ON (refer to page 99), the last-used
customized stitch settings are automatically assigned
when the stitch pattern is selected.
NOTE:
Favorite stitch option cannot be assigned for created
stitch (CS).
Favorite stitch option cannot be used in monogram
mode.
Example: To change the preset value of the needle drop
position from “4.5” to “5.0”.
Turn the Favorite Stitch Adjustment option ON (refer to
page 99).
Select stitch pattern U1.
Press the setting bar. The manual setting window
expands to show more options.
The favorite stitch setting option q appears on the
manual setting window.
Change the needle drop position from “4.5” to “5.0” by
pressing “+” key.
Press the save favorite key w.

q
w

Save fav. setting dialog box will open.
You can store 2 sets of favorite stitch settings (FS1 and
FS2). Press FS1 e or FS2 r to register the favorite
stitch settings.

The cream-colored box t indicates that the customized
preset stitch value is applied to the setting.

To select the favorite stitch settings, press the open
favorite key q.

q
w

e
The selected set of favorite stitch settings is indicated in
red w.
Select the desired set of customized stitch settings by
pressing FS1 w or FS2 e.

To delete favorite stitch settings, press the delete key r.
Select the desired set of favorite stitch settings by
pressing FS1 w or FS2 e.

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 104).
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

Setting the cloth guide position
Press the cloth guide key.
t Cloth guide key

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˝).
y 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.
u Cloth guide storage key

u y
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Other Utility Stitches
U18, U19 Blind hemming
Refer to page 76 for sewing instructions.

U20 Shell tuck
Refer to page 77 for sewing instructions.

U21 Visible hemming
Select pattern U21.
Fold and press a single hem. Place the fabric with the
right side up.
Sew along the fold at the desired depth.
Trim the excess on the wrong side.

U22 Attaching elastic
Select pattern U22.
Mark the elastic into quarters. Match those to the center
front, center back and side seams, and pin the elastic to
the fabric.
Place the elastic under the foot and stitch into place while
stretching the elastic evenly.

U23, 24 Fagotting
Use these stitches to join two pieces of fabric to create an
open work appearance and add stitch interest.

U25 Hemstitch
Use this stitch for fagoting or decorative stitch.

U26, U27 Backward stitches
U26 and U27 are backward stitches.
Use these stitches if it is hard to guide the fabric while
pressing the reverse button.
The machine sews in reverse without pressing the
reverse button so that you can guide the fabric with both
hands.

Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches
Variety of Buttonholes
B1 Sensor (Square) buttonhole
This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy weight fabrics. The
buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot.
B2 Auto (Square) buttonhole
This is also a square buttonhole similar to the sensor square buttonhole, but
you can manually set the buttonhole size and the machine memorizes it to sew
buttonholes of the same size.
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 Keyhole buttonhole (tapered reinforced end)
This buttonhole is used for tailored clothing, woven cloth etc.

B9 Keyhole buttonhole (heavy reinforced end)
This buttonhole is used for tailored clothing, jackets, particularly men's wear,
woven cloth etc.
B10 Stretch buttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for stretch fabrics. It can also be used as a
decorative buttonhole.
B11 Knit buttonhole
This buttonhole is suitable for knit fabrics. It can also be used as a decorative
buttonhole.
B12 Antique buttonhole
This buttonhole looks like the heirloom stitch. It has an attractive handmade
appearance and makes a nice decorative buttonhole.
B13 Welted buttonhole
This is a template pattern for the hand sewn welted (bound) buttonhole.
NOTE:
B3-B13 are sensor buttonholes and the sewing procedure is the same as for
B1.
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B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole

z Pull open the button holder of the automatic
buttonhole foot R, and place the button in the button
holder. Push it tightly against the button.
q Button holder

z
x
q

NOTE:
Use the blue needle for sewing buttonholes on fine to
medium fabrics.
x Attach the buttonhole foot. Raise the presser foot.

NOTE:
The buttonhole size is automatically set by placing a
button into the button holder on the foot.
The button holder of the foot takes button sizes up to
2.5 cm (1˝) in diameter.
Make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric.
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

c Draw the needle thread to the left through the hole of
the foot.
Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric and place
it under the buttonhole foot. Lower the needle at the
starting point by turning the hand wheel.
r Starting point

v Lower the buttonhole foot and pull down the
buttonhole lever as far as it will go.
Start sewing while pulling the needle thread lightly to
the left. After sewing a few stitches, free the thread
and continue sewing.

t Buttonhole lever

NOTE:
A warning message will appear and the machine will
stop automatically if you start the machine without
pulling down the buttonhole lever. Press the X key,
pull down the buttonhole lever and start again.
Make sure there is no gap between the slider and
front stopper, otherwise the buttonhole will be out of
position or the left and right lengths will be different.
y No gap

NOTE:
Use the stabilizer plate when sewing thick fabrics or
sewing across hems (refer to page 47).

b 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.

n 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.

m After you finish buttonhole sewing, push the
buttonhole lever up as far as it will go.
Patterns B3 to B13 are sensor buttonholes and the
sewing procedure is the same as for buttonhole B1.
However, the sewing sequence varies depending on the
type of the 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.
NOTE:
This function is disabled if Thread Cut after AutoLock option is turned on in the ordinary sewing setting
mode (refer to page 99).

Manual settings
When you press the setting bar, the manual setting
window expands to show more options.
q Setting bar

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 0.3 to 1.0.
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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

x Place the button on the button holder of the foot.
Attach the buttonhole foot to the machine.
Insert the fabric between buttonhole foot and stabilizer
plate. Draw the needle thread to the left between the
foot and stabilizer plate.

c Place the fabric between the buttonhole foot and
stabilizer plate. Lower the needle into the starting
point by turning the hand wheel.
Lower the foot and buttonhole lever.
Start the machine while pulling the needle thread
lightly to the left. After sewing a few stitches, free the
thread and continue sewing.
NOTE:
The sewing procedure is exactly the same as that for
B1 sensor (square) buttonholes.

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 0.3 to 1.0.

Step-1
Sew the left side up to the required buttonhole length and
stop the machine. Then press the reverse button q.

q
Step-2
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.

q
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Step-3
Start sewing again, and the machine sews the front
bartack and right side of the buttonhole.
Stop the machine when you reach the ending point.
Then press the reverse button q.

Step-4
Start sewing again, and machine sews the back bartack
and locking stitches then stops automatically with the
needle in the up position.
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.
To sew another buttonhole in a different size press the X
key.

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.

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

B5-B9 Keyhole buttonholes
The sewing procedure is the same as B1 square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to page 44).
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 0.3 to 1.0.

B10, B12 Stretch and Antique buttonholes
The sewing procedure is the same as B1 square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to page 44).
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 0.5 to 1.0 (B10),
from 0.5 to 2.5 (B12).

B11 Knit buttonhole
The sewing procedure is the same as B1 square (sensor)
buttonhole (refer to page 44).
NOTE:
The opening width can be adjusted from 0.2 to 2.0.
The buttonhole width can be adjusted from 2.6 to 9.0.
The stitch density can be adjusted from 0.7 to 1.2.

B13 Welted Buttonhole (Bound buttonhole)

A welted buttonhole is made by stitching a strip or patch
of fabric to the buttonhole.
Welted buttonholes are particularly suitable for tailored
garments, but are not recommended for sheer or delicate
fabrics where the patch might show through or add bulk.

z Baste a patch to the garment fabric with the right sides
together.
q Wrong side of patch
w Right side of garment fabric

q
w
x

x Select pattern B13.
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

q
r

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
v Fold back each side of the patch to form buttonhole
lips.
q Wrong side of patch
e Right side of patch

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

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

t
, 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

,
q

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

e
t
⁄0

⁄0 Place the facing on the wrong side of the garment
fabric. Mark the 4 corners with pins as shown.
t Facing
y Garment fabric

y
⁄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.
t Facing
y Garment fabric

⁄1

y
⁄2 Stitch around the opening with a needle and thread as
shown.
t Facing
y Garment fabric

⁄2

⁄3 The welted buttonhole is complete.
y Garment fabric

⁄3

Corded Buttonhole

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

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.

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.

Specialty Stitches
B14 Button Sewing

See page 85 for sewing instructions.

B15 Darning
z Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the
button holder all the way out.

x Start the machine and sew to the required length, then
press the reverse button. This sets the darning length.
Continue sewing until the machine stops automatically.
q Required length
c Sew another layer of darning over the first layer, at a
right angle to it.

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 layer of darning stitches
Sew the first line to the desired length and stop the
machine.
Press the reverse button w and start the machine again.
The machine will sew the rest of the darning and stop
automatically.

To adjust the evenness of darning stitches:
You can correct unevenness of darning stitches by
pressing the “–” or “+” key in the adjusting window.
If the left corner is lower than the right side, press the “–”
key to correct it, and vice versa.

Fly Stitches (B17 to B20)
The fly stitch is a triangle tacking stitch for use on a zipper
fly bottom and on the side pockets of men's pants.
Attach the satin stitch foot F.

To sew:
Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle at
the starting point.
Sew the stitch until the machine stops automatically.
q Starting point

Eyelets (B21 to B25)
The eyelet is used for belt holes, etc.
Attach the satin stitch foot F.
To sew:
Place the garment under the foot and lower the needle to
the starting point.
Sew until the machine stops automatically.
q Starting point

Open the eyelet with an awl, puncher or pointed
scissors.

To correct the shape of an eyelet:
If the eyelet is open, press the “–” key.
If the eyelet overlaps, press the “+” key.

Decorative Stitches
The patterns in this section are classified into 10 groups.
These patterns are programmable and you can make a
pattern combination.

Applique stitches (A): 2 pages
Stitches in this group are for applique.
(Refer to page 87.)

Heirloom stitches (H): 4 pages
This group provides heirloom stitches and cross stitches
for craft sewing and home décor.

Quilting stitches (Q): 6 pages
Stitches in this group are for patchwork and quilting.
(Refer to pages 89-91.)

Satin stitches (S): 2 pages
The stitches in this group can be elongated up to 5 times
their original length while the stitch density remains the
same.
(Refer to page 61.)

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 BR9, BR10 and BR12 will inherit the needle drop
position and stitch length of the previous pattern in the
programmed pattern combination.
(Refer to page 64.)

Decorative stitches (D): 9 pages
140 attractive patterns are available in this group.

Long stitches (L): 2 pages
Patterns in this group are ideal for decorating garments
and for adding border trims.

Pictograph stitches (P): 4 pages
Play stitches (PL): 2 page
There are many cute designs, fancy motifs and
calligraphy available in these groups.

Created stitches (CS)
In this section, you can select original stitch patterns
created with Stitch Composer.
Refer to page 62 for how to transfer created stitch
patterns from the PC to the machine.

Quilting(Q)

Using the quilting guide bar

The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel,
evenly spaced rows of stitches.
Insert the quilting guide bar into the hole in the back of
the foot holder. Slide the quilting guide bar and set it to
the desired spacing.
q Quilting guide bar
w Hole
Sew rows of stitches while tracing the previous row of
stitches with the quilting guide bar.

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 or dual feed quilt piecing foot
OD.
Place the patchwork pieces right sides together. Sew
while guiding the edge of fabric along the guide.
q Guide

Q80-Q85 Hand-look quilt stitches
Patterns Q80 to Q85 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.

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

Press the “+” 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.

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

Select “USB1” or “USB2” 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

NOTE:
• Up to 30 patterns can be saved in this group.
• Twin needle sewing is not available for the created
stitches.

Twin Needle Sewing
v

A B

Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can
be sewn with a twin needle.

Replace the needle with the twin needle supplied with
the standard accessories.

CAUTION:
Turn the power switch off or press the lockout key
before changing the needle.
Do not use twin needles 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

Insert the additional spool pin into the hole under the top
cover.
Place a spool of thread and the felt on the additional
spool pin and the spool stand (refer to page 12).
w Additional 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.

b
n

,
q

NOTE:
• Threading from points z to v is the same as for a
single needle (refer to page 15).
• 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.

Programming a Pattern Combination

The patterns in the decorative stitch category and
monograms can be programmed to make a pattern
combination.
Press the program key and select as many patterns as
you wish to program.
You can program up to 100 patterns in each combination.
The images of programmed patterns are shown on the
left side of the visual touch screen.
q Program key
Mirror image of patterns
To sew or program the pattern as a mirror image, press
the vertical mirror key or horizontal mirror key.
Mirror image icon appears on the screen and mirror
image function is enabled
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 Vertical mirror icon
t Horizontal mirror icon
y Vertical and horizontal mirror icon

t
u
y
w e

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.
To view the entire pattern combination, press the cursor
key to scroll over the pattern combination or press the
memory check key to show the entire pattern combination
at a glance.
u Cursor keys
i Memory check key
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 (D6), for
example, insert pattern BR10 after pattern D6.
Four counts of straight stitches are added to pattern D6.
NOTE:
Patterns BR9, BR10 and BR12 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
The pattern before the cursor or shown in red is deleted
by pressing the delete key.
q Cursor
w Delete key

To delete a pattern in the middle of a combination, press
the cursor key to select the pattern you wish to delete.
The stitch image of the selected pattern turns red. Press
the delete key to delete the selected pattern.
e Cursor key
r Selected pattern

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

Startover Key

This is a 2-way function key to start sewing a pattern
combination over from the beginning.
When you stop sewing a pattern combination, the
startover key is activated.
The key shows a triangle and single bar that means the
machine will start over from the current pattern.
When you press the startover key, the key will change
and show a triangle and double bar that means the
machine will start over from the first pattern of the
combination.

w
w

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.
q Startover key (current pattern)
w Current pattern
First pattern startover
If you wish to start sewing from the beginning of the first
pattern of the combination, press the startover key twice
and start the machine.
e Startover key (first pattern)
r First pattern

NOTE:
If auto thread cutting is done, the machine will
startover from the first pattern.

Checking Pattern Combination Length

You can check the total length of the pattern combination
by pressing on the stitch image indicated in the left
window.
The readout of the total length is a theoretical value
and the actual length may vary depending on sewing
conditions.
For example, select the pattern P6 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 q is 45 mm, enter 45 mm by pressing “–”
key. Press the OK to register it.
q Actual length

The readout is adjusted automatically when calculating
the length of other pattern combinations.
The message “Please enter the actual length of the
pattern combination” disappears to indicate that the
displayed value is adjusted already.
For example select patterns P19, P27 and P6.
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 47 mm.
Press the default key to cancel the readout adjustment.
w Default key

Monogramming

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

You can select one of 5 fonts.
Select the desired font by pressing the corresponding
key.
w Block font key
e Script font key
r Broadway font key
t Symbol key
y Block font (9 mm) key
The monogram mode window will open.

w
e
r

NOTE:
• The height of Block font (9 mm) is approximately 9
mm.
• If you select Russian language for the visual touch
screen, you can select Cyrillic alphabets in Gothic
font as well.

t
y

Function keys

o !0 !1 !2

u Cursor key
Press the cursor key to move the cursor up or down.
i Letter size key
Press this key to select the full size (L) or small size (S).
o Letter case key
Press this key to select the upper case or lower case.
!0 Delete key
Press this key to delete the selected character or symbol
(refer to page 65).
!1 Memory check key
Press this key to view the entire monogram (refer to page
64).
!2 File save key
Press this key to save the monogram as a data file (refer
to page 71).
NOTE:
Numbers, symbols and European letters are available
on pages 2/5 through 5/5.

Manual thread tension
This machine is equipped with automatic thread tension
control. However, you may need to manually adjust the
tension balance depending on the sewing conditions.

To adjust the thread tension, press the setting bar to
show the option.
Individual thread tension adjustment
To apply the thread tension adjustment to each letter
individually, select the letter by moving the cursor.
The selected character will be displayed at the upper left
corner q when the setting bar is pressed.
Press “+” or “–” to adjust the thread tension of the
selected letter. The adjusted thread tension is applied to
the selected letter.

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 black.
Press the unified thread tension key again to deactivate
the unified thread tension adjustment.
NOTE:
Unified thread tension adjustment can be applied
to the monogram patterns such as Block, Script,
Broadway and Block (9 mm) only.

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

w e

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 “S” q.

2/3

q
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Programming a monogram
Simply enter the characters by pressing the
corresponding keys to program a monogram.
Example 1: “Quilt” in Block font

Select Block font. Enter “Q”.
Press the letter case key q to select lower case.
q Letter case key
Enter “u”, “i”, “l” and “t”.

w
Example 2: “

Café” in Broadway font

Press the monogram key w and select symbol.
Enter a hollow heart.
Press the monogram key and select Broadway font.
Enter “C”.
w Monogram key

Press the letter case key and select lower case letters.
Enter “a” and “f”.
Press the next page key to go to page 4 of 5.
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.

Saving a Pattern Combination

The pattern combination and monogram can be saved
as a file in the machine’s internal memory or a USB flash
drive.
The machine has two USB ports for USB flash drives.
Press the save file key after programming a pattern
combination, and the save file window will open.
q Save file key
Select the location to where you wish to save the pattern
combination.
The “Ordf” folder is shown.

Select the “Ordf” folder and 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
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.

r
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.
r New folder key
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.
t Rename key

t
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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.
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.

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.

Sewing Application

Sewing application is a unique feature that provides you
with 12 useful sewing applications.
Press the sewing application key and the sewing
application menu will open.
The 12 sewing applications are as follows:

w
q

q Seaming
w Overedge
e Blind Hem & Shell Tuck
r Rolled Hem
t Zipper Sewing
y Gathering
u Basting
i Button Sewing
o Tacking
!0 Applique
!1 Patchwork
!2 Quilting

t
r

y
i

o
!1

The sewing applications using optional presser feet can
be selected by pressing optional foot key !3.
Please refer to optional feet instructions for usage details.

!3 Optional foot key

Seaming
There are 4 types of stitches for seaming in this group.

q Woven (Seaming 1)
Straight stitches for seaming regular woven fabrics.

w Stretch/Knit (Seaming 2)
Narrow stretch stitches for seaming stretch or knit fabrics.

e Curve (Seaming 3)
Short straight stitches for seaming curved line.

r Topstitching (Seaming 4)
Long straight stitch for topstitching with thick threads.

Overedge

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

e Woven
Overlock stitch similar to a professional overlocker stitch.

r Heavy
Double overedge stitch for preventing raw edges of linens
and gabardines from ravelling.

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.

(A)

r
e

To sew:

(B)

Attach the blind hem foot G.
Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4˝)
allowance as shown.
e 0.5 cm (1/4˝)
(A) Medium to heavy fabrics: The raw edge should be
overcasted.
(B) Fine fabrics: Fold the raw edge 1 cm (1/2˝).
r 1 cm (1/2˝)
Position 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.

u
i

NOTE:
You can alter the stitch width by changing the right
needle drop position.

2.8 mm

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

q
w
e

Shell Tuck
Select “Shell Tuck”.
The following 3 options are available.

q Small
Narrow shell tuck stitch

w Medium
Medium width shell tuck stitch

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.

Rolled Hem
q Straight Stitch
Rolled hemming with straight stitch

w Zigzag Stitch
Rolled hemming with narrow zigzag stitch

e 4 mm & 6 mm
Rolled hemming using optional rolled hemming feet D1
and D2

To sew:
Attach the rolled hem foot D.
Fold the fabric edge twice to form a hem, 0.3 cm (1/8˝)
wide and 5 cm (2˝) long then press.
0.3 cm

5 cm

Place the fabric aligning the hem edge with the guide of
the foot. Turn the hand wheel 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.

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

NOTE:
Trim the corners 0.6 cm (1/4˝) to reduce bulk.

0.6 cm

Zipper Sewing
q Lapped zipper
Lapped zipper application with the zipper foot E

w Concealed zipper
Concealed zipper application with the concealed zipper
foot Z

Lapped zipper sewing
Press the lapped zipper icon and the zipper sewing
window will open.
Press the sewing step icon and the machine setting will
automatically adjust to suit each sewing step.

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

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.

Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the
right side of the fabric facing up.

Basting
Replace the foot with the zigzag foot A.
Baste the opened fabric and zipper tape together.
q Basting

Sew right side
Replace the foot with the zipper foot E.
Backstitch across the end of opening to 1 cm (3/8˝).
Stitch through the garment and zipper tape, guiding the
zipper teeth along the bottom edge on the foot.
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

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.

Remove the basting stitches.

Concealed zipper sewing
Press the concealed zipper icon and the window will
show the step-by-step icon keys.

Prepare a concealed zipper 2 cm (3/4˝) longer than the
opening size.
Press the sewing step icon and machine settings will
automatically adjust to suit each sewing step.

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

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

Place the right zipper teeth next to the fold and pin it in
place.
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.
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

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

e
w

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

r
0.3 cm

Slide up the stopper to 0.3 cm (1/8˝) below the end of the
opening and fasten the stopper with pliers.
r Stopper

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.
When basting is selected, the feed dog lowers
automatically.
NOTE:
Refer to page 21 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.
The feed dog lowers automatically when selecting the
button sewing section.

Attaching the button sewing foot T
Make sure to press the lockout key to lock the machine.
Insert the rear pin of the foot into the rear groove of the
foot holder.
q Rear pin
w Rear groove

Gently lower the presser foot lifter while holding the foot
with your finger to fit the foot. Press the unlock 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
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 0.7 cm
(1/4˝).

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 threads at the end close to the fabric.
Pass the needle thread at the beginning 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 beginning
t Bobbin thread
Wind the threads to form a shank and knot them together.

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

Manual tacking
Start the machine and sew to the required length e, then
press the reverse button w. This sets the tack length r.
Continue sewing until the machine stops automatically.
e Required length

NOTE:
The maximum length of tacking is 1.5 cm (5/8˝).

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.

Applique

There are 6 types of applique stitches available in this
section.
You can select the needle stop position either up or down
by pressing the needle stop position key.
q Needle stop position key
The letter above the stitch image denotes the baseline of
the needle drop position.
M: Middle (center)
R: Right
The baseline can be adjusted without changing the stitch
width by pressing the “+” or “–” key on the bottom row.

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
w 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.
e 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.
r Cornering key

wr
e

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.

Quilting

In this section, 6 types of useful stitches for quilting are
available.

q Straight stitches (with dual feed)
w Clasp stitches
e Free motion quilting stitches
r Sculpture stitches (with dual feed)
t Hand-look quilt stitches
y Variable zigzag stitches

t
r

Straight stitches (with dual feed)
Straight stitches in this section are suitable for seaming
quilt layers using the dual feed foot (refer to page 20 for
how to attach it).
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.

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.

Free quilting
For ordinary and bulky quilts, select the upper stitches
and use the darning foot PD-H (refer to page 21 for how
to attach the darning foot).
Select the lower stitches for flatter quilts and use the free
quilting foot QC, QO or QV.

One stitch off
The machine stops automatically after sewing one stitch
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
To sew
Sew at medium speed while guiding the fabric with your
hands.
Move the quilt 3 mm or less per stitch.

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.
Use the dual feed foot AD.
Refer to page 20 for how to attach the dual feed foot.

Hand-look quilt stitches
Use a transparent nylon thread for the needle and
ordinary sewing thread for the bobbin.
The bobbin thread is pulled up on the right side of the
fabric and the stitches will look as if sewn by hand.
NOTE:
Use the net to prevent the thread from slipping off and
jamming. Refer to page 12.

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

e-L

Select q-M or q-L, using the darning foot PD-H for
sewing quilt layers. The feed dog drops automatically.
Guide the fabric with your hands while sewing.
Select w-M or w-L, using the clear view free quilt foot
QV for sewing flat and firm fabrics. The feed dog drops
automatically. 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.

CUSTOMIZING MACHINE SETTINGS
Machine Setting Mode

Press the set mode key to enter the machine setting
mode.
You can select various options and customize the
machine settings to suit your personal preference.
q Set mode key
Press one of the 5 keys to select the mode to customize.

w Common Setting Mode
In this mode, you can customize the machine settings
and options for both ordinary sewing and embroidery.
e Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode
In this mode, you can customize the machine settings
and options for ordinary sewing (refer to pages 97-99 for
the operation).

r Embroidery Setting Mode
In this mode, you can customize the machine settings
and options for embroidery (refer to pages 152-154 for
the operation).
t Wireless LAN Setting Mode
In this mode, you can set up the wireless LAN connection
for both ordinary sewing and embroidery (refer to pages
100-102).
y Language Selection Mode
In this mode, you can select the desired language for the
screen messages.
To browse pages in each mode, press the next page key
or previous page ley
u Next page key
i Previous page key

o Lockout key
Refer to page 11 for the operation.

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.
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.

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.

r Upper Thread Sensor
If you need to run the machine without threads, turn off
the upper thread sensor.
Press the next page key to show the next menu.
t Sewing Light
The sewing lights can be turned on or off individually,
however the retractable sewing light will always turn on
when extended.
Press the corresponding light keys to turn on or off the
sewing lights.
y 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.

u 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 an original screen saver
from a USB flash drive.
You can create an original screen saver with Screen
Saver Tool included in the Horizon Link Suite CD-ROM.
The imported original screen saver data will be deleted if
the internal memory is formatted (refer to page 96).
i Import key

Press the next page key to show the next menu.

o Quiet Mode
If you prefer the machine to run more quietly, turn on this
option so the signal sound, start-up sewing speed and
maximum embroidery speed will be set at the lowest
levels.
The quiet mode setting overrules any previous settings
for these parameters.

NOTE:
Custom settings for sound volume, start-up speed and
maximum embroidery speed are disabled, and the
quiet sign !1 will appear on the right upper corner of
the screen when the quiet mode is on.

!0 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.
Press the next page key to show the next menu.

!2 Background Color
You can select from the colorful wallpapers for the
background of the visual touch screen by pressing the
relevant icon.

!3 Colored Light Settings
If you wish to change the color of the glow light, press the
Yes key and open the color selection window.
You can change the color of the glow light by pressing
the desired color key.
You can adjust the brightness of the light by pressing the
“+” or “–” key.
NOTE:
This option will be off when turning the color light off
(refer to page 93).
Press the next page key to show the next menu.

!4 Bobbin winding speed
If you wish to wind the bobbin thread more quickly or
slowly, you can adjust the maximum bobbin winding
speed by pressing the corresponding key.
!5 Formatting the memory
If the internal memory of the machine or USB flash drive
does not function due to damage to the memory bank,
you need to re-enable it by formatting the memory.

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 one of 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.

!6 Reset All to Defaults
Press the Yes key to reset all the parameters except
wireless LAN settings to the original values (factory
settings).
Press the OK key to register the new menu.

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.

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.

r Drop feed option
Turn this option on if you wish to sew decorative stitches
and sewing applications with the feed dog down.
Press the drop feed key to turn on this option.
Press the next page key to show the next menu.

t 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 Foot pressure
The foot pressure is automatically optimized but you can
adjust the foot pressure manually by pressing the “+” key
or “–” key.

u 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.

i Adjustable Start-Up Speed
The machine will start running slowly and the sewing
speed will gradually increase to maximum. You can
select the desired start-up speed from slow, normal or
high by pressing the corresponding key, and set the
speed for the start/stop button or foot control individually.

o Cloth Guide
Calibration of the default position
The default position of the cloth guide is 15 mm (5/8˝)
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.
NOTE:
The embroidery unit must be attached when
calibrating.

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, 6.4
mm (1/4˝) in the manual setting window for example (refer
to page 40), 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.

!0 Thread Cut after Auto-Lock
The machine automatically trims the threads after sewing
locking stitches when this option is turned on.

!0
!1 Favorite Stitch Adjustment
If you wish to save the changes to manual stitch settings,
turn on this option by pressing the ON/OFF key.
If this option if turned off, the manual stitch setting will be
cleared when turn the power switch off.
Press the delete icon !3 to clear the manual stitch setting.

!1
!3
!2

NOTE:
This option is available for all stitches in ordinary
sewing mode except monogram.

!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 Horizon Link Suite.
• The internal memory is formatted.

After customizing the settings, press the OK key to
enable the new settings.

Wireless LAN Setting Mode
Connecting a Wireless Network

q
o
w

A wireless router device that complies with the
IEEE802.11b/g/n wireless standard is required for
connecting your machine with a wireless network.
Starting wireless LAN connection
To start the wireless LAN settings, press “ON” 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
wireless LAN connection (see page 101).
q Wireless LAN connection
The default setting of the wireless LAN connection is
“OFF”.
Press “ON” to enable the wireless LAN connection.
The wireless LAN connection and the network setting
button y are enabled.
Press “OFF” to disconnect the wireless LAN connection.

e
r
t

w Network Name
The name of the wireless network (SSID) connected with
your MC15000 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 MC15000 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 Wireless LAN connection
setting.
i Cancel key
Press this key to cancel the Wireless LAN 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 wireless LAN connection
(if your wireless router's network standard is using
IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g).
You may need to reduce the distance between
MC15000 and the wireless 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 wireless LAN connection.
q Push-button method
Press “Push button” q.
The Push-Button Sys. dialog box appears on the screen.
Press the push-button on the wireless LAN router.
The dialog box appears and the wireless LAN router will
automatically connect with your MC15000.
To use the Push-button 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 PIN method
If the wireless router supports the PIN method, you can
connect the machine using the PIN method.
Press “PIN code” w. The 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 PIN method
setup.
NOTE:
The machine displays “Connection to the network
failed” if the wireless LAN connection is not
established within 2 minutes.

y
t

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 connection you are
looking for, press the refresh key u to search for the
wireless 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.
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.
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q IP Address Settings (network settings)
Turn the DHCP option ON to use DHCP to assign an IP
address.

e
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 formIP 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 MC15000 is turned ON, turn
on the DHCP option of your wireless router as well.

u
i

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 wireless LAN 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 Deformed Stitch Patterns

The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary
depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing
speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc.
Always test sew on a scrap piece of the fabric that you
wish to use.
If decorative stitch patterns, letters, numbers or the
manual buttonhole stitch are deformed, correct them with
the feed balancing dial.
Remove the cap with your finger.
q Cap
NOTE:
In normal sewing, set the feed balancing dial to the
neutral position, i.e. the groove on the dial is centered
with the standard setting mark.

(+)

(–)

Decorative stretch stitch patterns
If the pattern is compressed, turn the dial in the direction
of “+”.
If the pattern is drawn out, turn the dial in the direction of
“–”.
Letters and numbers
If the pattern is compressed, turn the dial in the direction
of “+”.
If the pattern is drawn out, turn the dial in the direction of
“–”.
Stitch balance of the stretch buttonhole (B10)
The stitch balance of the right and left rows of the stretch
buttonhole may vary depending on sewing conditions.
If the stitches are not balanced, correct the unevenness
with the feed balancing dial.
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 “–”.
NOTE:
Return the feed balancing dial to the neutral position
and attach the cap when sewing is finished.
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73 cm
(28-3/4˝)

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.

33 cm
(13˝)

Attaching the embroidery unit
z Turn the power switch off.
Remove the cover from the machine.
q Power switch
w Cover

NOTE:
Always attach the extension table except when using
the free-arm hoop.

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

q
x

x Swing out the carriage arm until it locks in the fully
extended position.

CAUTION:
Do not push on the carriage arm when it is extended.
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.

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Detaching the embroidery unit
z

NOTE:
• Be sure to remove the embroidery unit when
carrying or storing the machine.
• If the needle is in down position, make sure to
raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down
key.

w
z Remove the hoop from the carriage and return the
carriage to the home position (refer to page 122).
q Carriage arm release lever
w Carriage arm

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
x Push down the carriage arm release lever to retract
the carriage arm.

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 Attach the cover to the machine.
t Cover

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Attaching the Embroidery Foot

Use the embroidery foot P for embroidery.
z

z Turn the power switch on.
Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down
button.
Press the lockout key and raise the presser foot with
the presser foot lifter.
q Lockout key
w Presser foot lifter

x Loosen the thumbscrew with the screwdriver and
remove the foot holder.
e Thumbscrew
r Foot holder

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

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.

e
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 Unlock key
e Presser foot lifter button
r Needle plate release lever

r
x

x Place the straight stitch needle plate on the machine.
Set the left edge of the needle plate into the opening.

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 hand wheel slowly and make sure that the
needle does not hit the needle plate.
Press the unlock 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.

NOTE:
The special bobbin holder is marked with a yellow dot
for identification.
q Yellow dot

z Remove the needle plate (refer to the previous page).
Take out the standard bobbin holder.
w Standard bobbin holder

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

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.

Bobbin Winding While Working on an
Embroidery Project
r

e
q

You can wind a bobbin while running the machine.
To set the additional spool pin, please refer to page 12.
Draw the thread to the left and forward around the thread
guide e.
Draw the thread to the rear and to the right around and
under the guide plate r.
Firmly pull the thread to the right.
Follow the procedure from c to , of page 13 to wind the
bobbin.
q Spool stand
w Spool
e Thread guide
r Guide plate

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Embroidery Hoops
There are 5 embroidery hoops included in the
standard accessories.

q Embroidery hoop SQ14
An oval embroidery hoop with a 14 cm (5.5”)
square embroidery area.

w Embroidery hoop SQ23
A square embroidery hoop with a 23 cm (9.1”)
square embroidery area.

e Embroidery hoop GR
An extra large embroidery hoop with a
23 cm by 30 cm (9.1” by 11.8”) embroidery
area.

e
r

r Embroidery hoop ASQ22
A square embroidery hoop with a 22 cm (8.7”)
square embroidery area.
Hoop ASQ22 is very useful for filling a large
size quilt with AcuFil design patterns created
with AcuFil Tool (refer to pate 144).

t Embroidery hoop FA10
A free arm embroidery hoop with a
10 cm by 4 cm (3.9˝ by 1.6˝) embroidery area.
y Blocking plate

u Magnetic clamp (SQ23 and GR)
A short magnetic clamp for holding the fabric to
the embroidery hoops SQ23 and GR.

i Magnetic clamp (ASQ22)
A long magnetic clamp for holding the fabric to
the embroidery hoop ASQ22.

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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 that will dissolve in water.

Cutwork or lace embroidery

A thin film that will melt away with heat.

Heat-away

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 Prepare a fabric and attach a stabilizer to the wrong
side of the fabric.
The fabric and stabilizer should be larger than the
hoop size.
Draw the centerlines on the fabric with tailor’s chalk.
q Fabric
w Centerlines

x Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric,
matching the centerlines of the fabric with the
template.
e Inner hoop
r Template

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

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.
Remove the template.

NOTE:
Make sure to match the alignment marks of the outer
and inner hoops when stretching the fabric.
u Alignment marks

b Clamp the fabric to the hoop with the short magnetic
clamps when using hoop SQ23 or hoop GR.
Use the long magnetic clamps when using hoop
ASQ22.
i Magnetic clamp (short)

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 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

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

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

Page 1 of 4
• World of Embroidery Designs
• Designers Designs
• Redwork Designs by Y.GANAHA
• Sashiko Designs
Page 2 of 4
• Home Decor Designs
• Everyday & Holiday Designs
• Abstract Designs
• Monochrome Designs
Page 3 of 4
• Border Designs
• Quilting Designs
• Cross Stitch Alphabet Designs
• Cross Stitch Designs
Page 4 of 4
• Favorite Designs
• Lace Designs
• Fringe Designs
• 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.
Hoop size
Press the hoop selection key e and the hoop selection
window will open. Select the same hoop as the one
attached to the machine.
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.

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Monogramming
w

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

Page 1 of 3
• Gothic font
• Script font
• Cheltenham font
• Bauhaus font
• Galant font
• Typist font
Page 2 of 3
• Brush font
• First grade font
• Hollowblock font (upper case only)
• Jupiter font (upper case only)
• 2-Letter
• 3-Letter
Page 3 of 3
• Border patterns
• Normal sew patterns (patterns similar to ordinary
stitches)
• Micro Gothic font

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.
NOTE:
• If you select Russian language for the visual touch
screen, you can select Cyrillic characters in Gothic
font as well.
• The height of Micro Gothic font is approximately 5
mm.

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q w e r t y

Function keys

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

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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.

Press the OK key and a warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage moves to 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 Left Justify
Press the
key to start sewing from the left end
reference line on the template.

w Center Justify
Press the
key to sew in the center of the hoop.

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 Press the font selection key q.
Select 2-letter w.

x Select the octagon.

c Enter “A” and “B”.
Press the OK key and a warning message will appear.
Press the OK key and the carriage moves to the
starting position.
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

z Deleting a character: Deleting “R” from “MART”
Press the cursor key to move the cursor under “R”.

x Press the delete key and letter “R” is deleted.

c Inserting a character: Inserting “E” into “MAT”
Press the cursor key to move the cursor under “A”.

v Enter “E”.
The letter “E” is inserted before “A”.

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Ready to Sew Window
q

The ready to sew window shows embroidery function
keys and information on the selected pattern.
Function keys
q Color section key
w Color list key
e Trace key
r Adjust key
t Hoop back key
y Stitch back key
u Stitch forward key
i Jog key
o Cross key
!0 Previous color section key
!1 Next color section key

w e r t

o
i

!0
!1

Pattern information
The visual touch screen displays the following details:

e
r
t
y
u
i
o

q Hoop size
w Presser foot type
e Vertical dimension of the design
r Horizontal dimension of the design
t Number of thread colors (layers)
y Tension setting
u Auto thread cutting
i Maximum sewing speed
o Required sewing time
!0 Stitch count
!1 Thread color
!2 Cross mark
!3 Progress bar

!0
!1

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u
t
q
e

w
r

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

o
!0
!1

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

Cross key
Press the cross key y to display the current sewing point
as a cross mark u. Press the cross key again to hide the
cross mark.
y Cross key
u Cross mark (Current sewing point)
Color section key
Press this key i 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 color
section key !0.
To view the previous color section, press the previous
color section key o.
You can sew only the specific color section by pressing
the next color section key !0 until the desired section is
displayed.
i Color section key
o Previous color section key
!0 Next color section key

Color list key
Press this key to view a list of thread colors employed in
the selected design.
!1 Color list key
Jog keys
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.
!2 Jog keys

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Trace key
You can check the size of the embroidery area by tracing
the pattern outline without stitching or with basting
stitches.
Press the trace key and the trace option window will
open.
q Trace key

The following 3 options are available:
1. Trace without stitching
Press the
key 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.

2. Trace and baste (single)
Press the
key 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 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.
NOTE:
The machine will baste around the embroidery area
with a 5 mm allowance.
However, the allowance will be null if the pattern
spreads over the maximum limit of embroidery area.
To close the tracing option window, press the X key.

Hoop back key
Raise the needle by pressing the needle up/down key, if
the needle is in down position.
Press the hoop back key w and hoop back option
window will open.
Press the
key 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
The hoop will go back to the original position when
pressing the start/stop button.
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Adjust Key
Press the adjust key to open the manual setting window.
You can adjust the following settings in this window.
q Adjust key

• Auto thread tension level
Press the “+” or “–” key to adjust the thread tension to
your preference.

• Cutting the tails of jump threads
This option is can be used when the “jump thread cutting
length” setting or “cutting command“ is activated (refer to
page 153).
Press the “+” or “–” key to adjust the tail length of jump
thread.

• Embroidery foot height
Press one of the fabric icon keys to select the
recommended height or press the “+” or “–” key to fine
tune the foot height.
w Plain fabric key
e Quilting key
Press the OK key to activate the new settings.
To return to the default settings, press the default key.
r Default key

Embroidery mode key
Press this key to open the embroidery mode window.
t Embroidery mode key

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Starting to Sew Embroidery
z

z Select the desired pattern.

x Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys so that the
needle position comes right above the center of the
centerlines on the fabric.
q Jog key

c Press the start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches.
Press the start/stop button again to stop the machine.
The presser foot will be raised automatically.
Cut the loose thread close to the beginning of the
starting point.
w 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.
Sewing results
The embroidery pattern is sewn against the centerlines
on the fabric as shown.
e Centerlines on the fabric
NOTE:
Refer to page 153 for how to set auto thread cutting.

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Fringe designs
Fringe designs are special patterns for creating fringed
flower or border designs.
The embroidery design easily turns into an attractive
fringed flower.

Example: Fringe design FA10-66
Select fringe design FA10-66 and sew the pattern as you
would sew a normal embroidery design.
Remove the fabric from the hoop.
Cut the needle threads along the red broken line at the
outer edge of the pattern as shown.
Ruffle the threads to make fringe.

Example: Fringe design FA10-67
Select fringe design FA10-67 and sew the pattern as you
would sew a normal embroidery design.

Remove the fabric from the hoop.
Cut the bobbin threads on the wrong side of the fabric
along the red broken line as shown.
Pull the needle threads up and bring the loop ends to the
right side of the fabric to make fringe.

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Example: Cutting lines
Cut the bobbin threads on the wrong side of the fabric along the broken line as shown.
Pull the needle threads up and bring the loop ends to the right side of the fabric to make fringe.

SQ14-264

SQ14-265

SQ14-266

SQ14-267

SQ14-268

SQ23-112

FA10-63
FA10-64

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FA10-65

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

Attach the hoop to the carriage and press the trace key.
Press the
key to select trace and baste (single) (refer
to page 122).
Start the machine to mark around embroidery design
with basting stitches.

Cut the applique fabric the same size as the marked
area.
Place the applique piece on the marked area and sew
the first section (color).
NOTE:
Pin the applique piece or use spray adhesive to fix it
in place as necessary.

Remove the hoop from the machine, but do not unhoop
the fabric.
Remove the basting stitches. Cut away the excess
applique fabric as close to the seam line as possible.

Attach the hoop to the machine again.
Sew the remaining sections (colors) of the applique
design.

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Alternative method
Prepare applique fabric larger than hoop size.
Set the applique fabric to the hoop.
Sew the first section (color) only.

Remove the hoop and unhoop the applique fabric. Cut
the applique fabric along the stitching line to make an
applique piece.

Prepare background fabric and set it to the hoop.
Attach the hoop to the carriage.
Press the previous color section key to go back to the
first section (color) and sew the first section (color) to
mark the applique position.
q Previous color section key

Place the applique piece on the background fabric and
align the applique piece with the positioning mark. Fix the
applique piece in place with sticky tape or a pin.

Sew the remaining sections (colors) of the applique
design.

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Frame Designs
Fringe designs SQ14-265 and SQ14-266 can also be
used as the frame designs.
Example: Fringe design SQ14-265 for framing a picture
Prepare heat-away stabilizer.
Select fringe design SQ14-265.

Set the fabric to the hoop.
Sew the first section (color) only.

Remove the hoop from the machine, but do not unhoop
the fabric.
Cut away the inside of the marked area.
Baste the heat-away stabilizer over the marked area.

Attach the hoop to the machine again.
Sew the remaining sections (colors) of the applique
design.
Remove the unnecessary parts of the stabilizer.
Melt away the rest of stabilizer with an iron.

Prepare your favorite picture, etc.
Frame your favorite picture as shown.

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Lace Designs
You can make a free standing lace by sewing the lace
designs on organdy.
Attach a heat-away stabilizer to organdy, two or more
layers may be required.
Use the same thread for the bobbin as the needle thread.
Use a fully wound bobbin.
Adjust the embroidery foot height to 2.2 mm or higher
(refer to page 123 or 152).
Set the low bobbin thread warning level to 3 or 4 (refer to
page 152).
Set the sewing speed to 600 spm or less with the speed
control slider.
Select the desired lace design pattern and sew.
Remove the organdy from the hoop.
Trim away the organdy and stabilizer surrounding the
design pattern with scissors.
Melt away the stabilizer using an iron.

Quilting Designs
The quilting designs SQ14-178 through SQ14-201
comprise 3 color sections.
However you sew the following specific sections only by
pressing the relevant icon keys.
q Outer frame, stippling and center design
w Stippling and center design
e Center design
Use the same thread for the bobbin as the needle thread.
Use the purple tip needle to avoid skipped stitches.

Adjust the foot height if necessary (refer to page 123 or
152).
Set the low bobbin thread warning level to 3 or 4 (refer to
page 152).
Turn on the one stitch stop function in the embroidery
setting mode (refer to page 152).
When pressing the start/stop button, the machine sews
one stitch and stops automatically.
Pull the needle thread to bring the bobbin thread up and
place both threads on the thread holder.
Sew several stitches and stop the machine.
Cut the loose threads close to the beginning of the stitch.
Start the machine again to sew the design pattern.

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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 SQ23 will open.
q Editing mode key

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

x
x Press the next page key w to show the other hoops.
Press the hoop icon key to select the desired hoop.
Select the desired hoop.
The screen will return to the editing window.
w Next page key
NOTE:
• In the editing mode, you cannot select patterns
larger than the size of the selected hoop.
• HH10 hoop (100 x 90mm) is an optional item.

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 list (refer to
page 114).
q Home key
w Built-in design key

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u

!3
!4
y

Editing tool bar information
The editing tool bar contains the following keys as shown.
Press the down arrow key y to show the next set of
editing tools. Press the up arrow key t to show the
previous set of editing tools.
q Layout key
w Cross key
e Pattern selection keys
r Scroll key
t Up arrow key
y Down arrow key
u Hoop selection key
i Resize key
o Duplicate key
!0 Delete key
!1 Rotate key
!2 Vertical mirror image key
!3 Horizontal mirror image key
!4 Arc key
!5 Group key
!6 Sewing order key
!7 Custom color key
!8 Color group key
!9 Zoom key
@0 Save file key

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 cross key w to move the pattern to the center
of the editing window.
q Layout keys
w Cross key
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.

q
w

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

e
Resizing a pattern
z Press the resize key to open the resize option window.
q Resize key

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.

er w
Duplicating a pattern
z Press the duplicate key to make a copy of the selected
pattern.
q Duplicate key
z

w The duplicated pattern will be superimposed over
the original pattern. Move the duplicate to show the
original pattern.

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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

Rotating a pattern
z Press the rotate key to open the rotation option
window.
q Rotate key
z

x Press the
key w to rotate the selected pattern 1
degree clockwise.
Press the
key e to rotate the selected pattern 1
degree counterclockwise.
Press the
key r to rotate the selected pattern 45
degrees clockwise.
Press the
key t to rotate the selected pattern 45
degrees counterclockwise.
The angle of a rotated pattern is displayed in the
window y.
Press the OK key to confirm.

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Flipping a pattern
z Press the vertical or horizontal mirror image key.
q Vertical mirror image key
w Horizontal mirror image key
z

x Press the
key q to create the vertical mirror image
of a selected pattern.

q
w

c Press the
key w to create the horizontal mirror
image of a selected pattern.

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Creating a square frame

z Select pattern Border Design SQ14-170.
Move the design down and to the right.

x Press the duplicate key.
Press the vertical mirror image key.
Move the duplicate to the left.
q Duplicate key
w Vertical mirror image key

c Press the duplicate key.
Press the horizontal mirror image key.
Move the duplicate up.
e Horizontal mirror image key

v Press the duplicate key.
Press the vertical mirror image key.
Move the duplicate to the right.
Press the OK key.

b The ready to sew window will open.

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

q
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

c If you wish to group the selected patterns only, press
the group select key r.
Select the desired patterns by pressing on the pattern
images.
Press the selected pattern again to unselect the
pattern.
Press the OK key to group the selected patterns.
r Group select key

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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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

Color grouping
When combining duplicated patterns, you can reduce the
number of color sections with color grouping.

z For example, the combined design pattern created on
page 136 has 20 color sections.

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

c The number of color sections is reduced to 5.
NOTE:
Color grouping will be cancelled when returning to the
editing window.

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

w
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

e
y
t
r

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 14 color tiles.
To change the shade of the selected color, press “+”
or “–” key, or drag the slider to the left or right.
r Color tiles
t Slider

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.
y Name key
c To change the background color, press the
background color key and select the desired color.
To select the hue, press one of the 14 color tiles.
To change the shade of the selected color, press “+”
or “–” key, or drag the slider to the left or right.
u Background color key
NOTE:
If a design in *.JPX format is open, you can display the
background image in the editing window by pressing
the background image key (refer to the instruction
book of Digitizer MBX).
i Background image key

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r

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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

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

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Free Arm Embroidery

20 cm
or less

The free arm hoop FA10 is specially designed for
embroidering tubular garments such as sleeves, pant
legs etc.
20 cm
or wider

Check the opening size of the tubular portion of the
garment. The opening width must be 20 cm (8”) or wider.
The area to be embroidered should be within 20 cm (8”)
from the opening.
Draw centerlines on the fabric with tailor’s chalk.

Open the editing window and select the hoop FA10.
Select the design list by hoop size and select the hoop
FA10.
Select design pattern FA10-17.
Rotate design pattern 90 degrees counterclockwise (refer
to page 134).
Press the OK key to open the ready to sew window.

Remove the extension table.

Set the garment in the hoop FA10 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 FA10 to the carriage.
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.
q 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 finished
sewing. Remove the garment from the free arm.

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Border Designs

Border design patterns SQ14-145 to SQ14-146 can be
accurately connected to each other with the built-in
marking points.

z
q

Example: Connecting border design patterns SQ14-145
and SQ14-146.

w
x

z Print template sheets on semi-opaque paper for
border design patterns SQ14-145 and SQ14-146 by
using Horizon Link Suite.
q Template sheet
x Place the template sheet on the fabric and mark the
end points of the centerlines with tailor’s chalk. Draw
centerlines on the fabric.
The horizontal line should be long enough to connect
the next patterns.
w Centerlines

c Set the fabric in the hoop and attach the hoop to the
carriage.
Select border design pattern SQ14-145 and adjust the
hoop position with the jog keys.
Press the start/stop button and a message will appear
asking you to sew the first marking points.
Press the X key to skip sewing them and press the
start/stop button to start sewing.

v When finished sewing the design pattern, a message
for the last 2 marking points will appear.
Press the OK key and press the start/stop button to
sew the last 2 marking points.
e First marking points
r Last marking points

b Remove the hoop from the carriage and remove the
fabric from the hoop.
Place the template sheet on the fabric.
Align the marking points of the sewn pattern and
template sheet.

NOTE:
If semi-opaque paper is not available, print the
template sheet on plain paper and cut the left side
at the marking points (along the broken line in the
illustration).

n Mark the end points of the vertical centerline for the
second pattern.
t Marking points
y Vertical centerline

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m Set the fabric in the hoop and adjust the fabric position
to match the centerlines for the second pattern and
template.
Attach the hoop to the carriage and press the start/
stop button.
Press the OK key when the message appears.
The hoop will move to the first marking point for the
second pattern.
Lower the needle by turning the hand wheel to check
if the needle is right above the last marking point of
the first pattern.
Adjust the hoop position with the jog keys if necessary.
Press the start/stop button to sew the second pattern.

u
, Repeat process b to m to sew the desired number of
patterns.
You may sew border design pattern SQ14-146 at the
end of the pattern series.
u Border design pattern SQ14-146

Connecting the patterns in the editing window
You can connect border design patterns in the editing
window.
Open the editing window and select the hoop SQ23.
Select border design pattern SQ14-145.
Move the pattern to the left end and duplicate the pattern.
Move the duplicate to the right until the marking points of
both patterns overlap.
Press the zoom key to enlarge the pattern image.
Press the scroll key and drag the image to show the
marking points.
Press the jog keys and adjust the position of the second
pattern to align the marking points exactly.
q Zoom key
w Scroll key
To adjust the pattern position more precisely, use
EmbLinkTool available in Horizon Link Suite.

Press the OK key and the ready to sew window will open.
Press the start/stop button to sew the pattern
combination.
To align the second pattern combination, press the stitch
forward key once to move the hoop to the marking points.
Adjust the hoop position so that the needle comes right
above the marking point of the first pattern combination.
e Stitch forward key

NOTE:
The message for the marking points will not appear,
but marking points will be sewn.

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AcuFil Quilting with Hoop ASQ22

w
r

q
e

AcuFil hoop ASQ22
Hoop ASQ22 is very useful for filling a large size quilt
with AcuFil design patterns created with AcuFil Tool.
q Outer hoop
w Attaching knob
e AcuFil template
r Magnetic clamps
CAUTION:
The magnetic clamp can damage items such as credit
cards, floppy disks etc.
Do not use the magnetic clamp near the person with
a pacemaker or other medical implants which may be
affected by the strong magnetic field.

There is no inner hoop but the quilt layers are held in the
hoop by means of the magnetic clamps.

y
t

AcuFil template
t Centerlines for AcuFil design pattern
y Maximum area of embroidery
u Arrow mark
Calibrate the center position before use (see page 153).

Preparing quilt layers
Start AcuFil Tool on your PC and click “AcuFil Multiple
Design Layout” to open.

Decide the quilt size.
Enter the dimensions of the quilt and click “OK” to
calculate the optimum size of the AcuFil design pattern
and number of patterns to fill.

On Home tab, in Step group, click .

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Printing the template sheet
Click Application>Print and print the template sheets
and design layout.
Cut the template sheet along the cutting line.

Cutting line
If the template sheet is printed on 2 pages, cut each
section out and glue them together as shown.
Save the AcuFil design pattern on a USB flash drive.
NOTE:
You can transfer the design pattern to the machine
and save it to the machine’s built-in memory with the
direct PC-Link.

Marking the centerlines
Prepare a quilt top, base fabric and batting.
Lightweight battings for machine quilting are
recommended.
Add at least 12 cm (5˝) outer margin to the embroidery
area when deciding the overall quilt size.
Draw centerlines and arrowhead with a washable marker.
Pin or baste all layers together.

12 cm (5˝)

Place the template sheet on the quilt to check the general
arrangement.
Mark the centerlines q for each section on the quilt top.
q Centerlines

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Setting quilt layers in hoop ASQ22
Position the quilt layers on hoop ASQ22. Place the AcuFil
template (with the arrow mark facing up) on the quilt and
adjust the position of the quilt aligning the centerlines of
the quilt and AcuFil template.
Set the quilt layers in the hoop and press down the AcuFil
template. While pressing the AcuFil template close to the
outer frame, snap the magnetic clamps onto the hoop to
fasten the quilt layers to the hoop.
Remove pins and basting stitches from the hooped area.

q
Sewing AcuFil design pattern
Insert the USB flash drive that contains the AcuFil design
file into the USB port of the machine.
Turn on the machine and go to Open File in the
embroidery mode.
Press the icon key of the desired file and the selected
AcuFil design will open.
Turn the one stitch stop r option “ON”.
Attach hoop ASQ22 to the machine and sew the first
section.
NOTE:
• Use the same thread for the bobbin as the needle
thread.
• Adjust the foot height w if necessary.
• Set the low bobbin thread warning level e to 3 or 4.
• AcuFil designs cannot be opened in the Editing
mode.
• Use the purple tip needle.

e
w

Then rehoop the quilt layers and sew the next section.
Repeat these steps. Sew the center section first, then
neighboring sections one by one outward.
NOTE:
• Provide a wide space around the machine.
Prevent the free end of the quilt layers from
hanging down from the sewing surface. Use of the
extra wide table is recommended.
• If you need to sew the quilt upside down, press the
turnover key q to flip the design pattern.
• Make sure to raise the needle by pressing the
needle up/down button before moving the carriage
to the home position.

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

Insert the USB flash drive that contains the AcuFil design
files.

W
Click “Adjust Last Pattern Size” and the Open dialog box
will open.

Select the design file that you have sewn and click Open.

Enter the measured size of the blank section and click
“OK”.
Save the adjusted design on the USB flash drive.
Do not overwrite the design file. Save the file under a
new name.

Insert the USB flash drive into the machine and sew the
adjusted design in the last section.

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Creating original AcuFil designs
You can create your own AcuFil design patterns by
combining element patterns from the Design Collection
folder.
Click “Create Original AcuFil Designs”.

Enter the overall size of the quilt and click “OK” to
calculate the optimum size of the AcuFil design pattern
and number of patterns to fill the quilt.

On Home tab, in Step group, click
and the layout
window will open.
On Home tab, in Edit group, click “Design” and select the
desired pattern to import.

Edit and arrange the imported patterns to create your
original design.

On Home tab, in Step group, click .
Save the design as a file on the USB flash drive to sew
the created design pattern.

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Editing designs
You can edit the layout of the pattern combination and
adjust the design size.
Example: Sewing leaf design border along the quilt edge

Click “Edit Designs”.

Enter the hoop size (220 x 220) and click “OK”.

On Home tab, in Edit group, click “Design”.
Select the desired pattern to import.

Rotate the design 245 degrees and place it at the upper
edge as shown.

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Duplicate the design, flip it over and place it opposite to
the first one.
Repeat the above steps and line up 4 element patterns.

Adjust the width of the working area by dragging the
anchor point.
Click .
Save the design as a file on the USB flash drive.

Go to the Start Page.
Click “Multiple Setting” and open the design saved in the
previous step.

Enter the overall quilt width (W) and enter 220 for height
(H) and then click “OK”.
Click .
Save the design on the USB flash drive.

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Sewing the border design
Print the template sheet and place it at the center of the
upper edge of the quilt.
Mark the end points of the centerlines. Draw the
centerlines on the quilt. The horizontal line should be as
long as the overall quilt width.
Place the quilt on hoop ASQ22 and adjust the position
by aligning the centerlines on the quilt and the AcuFil
template. Sew the first section.
Place the template sheet at the next section and draw the
vertical centerline. Sew the next section and repeat these
steps to sew the remaining sections from the center
outward.

Eliminating blank margin
If the design pattern created in the previous section is
smaller than the calculated design size, there will be a
blank margin around the design.
The blank margin can be eliminated by adjusting the
working area.
Open a 220 x 220 working area and import the created
design.
Adjust the working area size by dragging anchor points to
eliminate the blank margin.
Save the design as a file.

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CUSTOMIZING EMBROIDERY MODE
SETTINGS
Embroidery Mode Settings
q

e
r

Press the embroidery setting mode key (refer to page 92).
q Auto thread tension
The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with
the “+” or “–” key. Increase the value when using the same
threads on the bobbin and needle.
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 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.
r 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.
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.

t Maximum embroidery speed
The maximum embroidery sewing speed can be set from
400 to 1000 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.
y 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.
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.

u 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.

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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

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.
o 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.
i-2
Press the next page key to go to the next menu.

Thread cutting
There are 3 thread cutting options for embroidery.
!4

!3
!0

!1
!2

!0 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.
!1 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.
!2 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).
!3 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.
!4 Advanced setting
When this setting is turned on, you can configure the
Jump thread cutting !0, Cut at color change/end !1, and
Cutting Command !2 options individually.
Press the OK key to confirm the advanced setting.

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!1-1

!1 Thread selection
There are 8 types of embroidery thread to choose from.
Press the key of the thread you wish to use. The color
code of the selected brand is shown on the color/part key
along with the name of the color.
If you use imported embroidery stitch data containing
proper thread information, press the retain original color
key to retain this information.
!1-1 Retain original color key

!2 Resume mode
When Resume Mode is turned on, the last stitch sewn
before turning the power off will resume when you turn
the power on again.

When you turn the power on, the confirmation window
opens. Press the OK key to resume the last stitch of the
sewn pattern.

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

A folder labeled “Embf” (embroidery mode) is displayed
on the screen.
To select a folder, press the folder icon.

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.

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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.

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.
w Delete key

w
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.

The file list of the selected folder is displayed.
To open the file, press the file icon.
In the embroidery mode, file attributes can be shown on
the file icon.
To show the file attribute, press the “large icon” key.
w Large icon key
There are 5 file attributes as follows:
: *.JEF (Janome embroidery format)

: *.JEF+ (editable Janome embroidery format)
: *.JPX (*.JEF+ with a background bitmap image)
: *.JPX (Acufil embroidery format)
: *.JPX (Cutwork embroidery format)
To hide file attribute, press the small icon key.
e Small icon key
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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

q
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 the MC15000 to a PC with the USB
cable included in the standard accessories.
You need to install Horizon Link Suite and the USB driver
for the MC15000 on your computer.
Horizon Link Suite and the USB driver are available in
the Horizon Link Suite CD-ROM included in the standard
accessories.
Start up the MC15000 and PC, and insert the type “A”
USB connector into the PC.
Insert the type “B” connector into the MC15000.
You can send original stitch patterns created with Stitch
Composer and original embroidery design data from a
PC to the MC15000.
Refer to on-screen help of Horizon Link Suite 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 22).
Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine.
Remove the needle and presser foot.
NOTE:
Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than
as explained in this section.
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 Soft cloth

Clean the feed dog and auto thread cutter device with
the lint brush.
r Feed dog
t Auto thread cutter device

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.
y Knob
u Stopper

Attach the needle plate, presser foot and needle.

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Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide
Clean the inside of the thread guide plate under the top
cover at least once a month.

q
Remove the needle thread and remove the thread guide
plate by pulling it up.
q Thread guide plate

Remove lint and dust from the brush on the underside of
the thread guide plate using a lint brush.
w Brush on the thread guide plate

Clean the area around and under the pre-tension leaf
with the lint brush.
e Pre-tension leaf

Set the thread guide plate on the machine, inserting the
tenons into the slots. Push the thread guide plate down to
snap it in place.
r Tenon

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.
The power supply cord and embroidery hoops can be stored in the semi-hard fabric cover.
Make sure to store the embroidery carriage arm before turning off the power switch.

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Troubleshooting
Problem

Cause

Reference

The machine is noisy.

1. Thread is jammed in the hook area.
2. The feed dog is packed with lint.

See page 158.
See page 158.

The needle thread breaks. 1. The needle thread is not threaded properly.
2. The needle thread tension is too tight.
3. The needle is bent or blunt.
4. The needle is 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.

See page 15.
See page 37.
See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 113.

The bobbin thread breaks. 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder.
2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder.
3. The bobbin is damaged and does not turn smoothly.

See page 14.
See page 158.
Replace the bobbin.

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. The fabric was pulled toward you when sewing free motion
quilting with the free motion quilting open-toe foot QO.

See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 37.
See page 18.
See page 90.

Visual Touch Screen is
not clear.

1. The contrast of the screen is not adjusted properly.

See page 93.

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.

See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 18.
See page 15.
Change the needle.
See page 113.
See page 112.
See page 18.

See page 37.
See pages 13-15.
See page 18.
Make stitches shorter.
Reduce the stitch
width.
6. The fabric is not stretched tightly enough on the embroidery hoop. See page 112.

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

1. The dual feed foot is not being used for sewing hard to feed
material.

Use the dual feed
foot.

The cloth is not feeding
smoothly.

1. The feed dog is packed with lint.
2. The dual feed foot is not being used for sewing hard to feed
material.
3. The stitches are too fine.
4. The feed dog is lowered.

See page 158.
Use the dual feed
foot.
Make stitches longer.
See page 28.

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Problem

Cause

Reference

The machine does not run. 1. The machine is not plugged in.
2. A thread is caught in the hook race.
3. A faulty foot control is plugged in while the machine is turned
on (buzzer sounds once when plugging in).
4. The start/stop button is used for ordinary sewing with the foot
control plugged in.

See page 8.
See page 158.
Replace the foot
control.
See page 10.

Crunching sound occurs
1. Something is caught between the carriage and the arm.
when running the machine. 2. The carriage is hitting something around the machine
3. The power is turned on when the feed dog is lowered.

Remove the object.
See page 104.
It is initializing sound,
not a defect.

Patterns are distorted.

1. The needle thread tension is too loose.
2. The stitch length is not suitable for the fabric being sewn.
3. Feed balancing dial is not properly set.
4. Interfacing is not used for sewing stretch and very fine fabrics.
5. The embroidery hoop attaching knob is loose.
6. The embroidery hoop is hitting something around the machine.
7. The fabric is not stretched tightly enough on the embroidery
hoop.
8. The fabric is caught or trapped when sewing embroidery.

See page 37.
See page 36.
See page 103.
Use an interfacing.
See page 113.
See page 104.
See page 112.

The automatic buttonhole
stitches are not balanced.

1. The stitch length is not suitable for the fabric being sewn.
2. The feed balancing dial is not set properly.
3. Interfacing is not being used with stretch fabric.

See page 46.
See page 103.
Use an interfacing.

Pattern selection keys do
not work.

1. The electronic control circuit is not working correctly.

Turn the switch off
and turn it on again.
See page 94.

Stop the machine
and free the fabric.
Trim the jump thread.
9. The embroidery foot is trapped by a jump thread.
10. The embroidery foot stumbles on a mound of embroidery Adjust the foot height
(see page 123).
threads.

2. The key position is out of alignment
Threads frequently bunch 1. The minimum length of the jump thread cutting is too short.
up on the underside of the
stippling design pattern.

See page 153.

The automatic needle
1. The automatic needle threader is not working correctly.
threader does not return to
up position.

See page 162.

The machine cannot
connect to the wireless
LAN access point.

See page 100.
The wireless router device does not comply with
IEEE802.11b/g/n wireless standard.
The wireless router device using WEP security, and encryption See page 100.
type or/and key index is not set correctly.

The machine’s wireless
LAN connection is
unstable.

See page 100.
1. The wireless router device’s DHCP option is not turned on.
2. A microwave oven, bluetooth devices or cordless phones is See page 100.
being used between the machine and the access point.

The visual touch screen
swells.

1. The machine has exposed to high humidity and high Use and store the
temperature.
machine in a cool
and dry area.

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Troubleshooting (automatic needle threader)
If the automatic needle threader stuck and will not return
to the up position automatically, correct it as follows:

Carefully turn the handwheel away from you or toward
you to move the needle up a little. The automatic needle
threader will return to the up position automatically.
If the automatic needle threader still does not return to
the up position, follow the procedure below.

z Turn the power switch off.
Open the face plate.

x Lift the shaft plate with your finger as far as it goes.

c Close the face plate.
Turn the power switch on.

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STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing

Utility (U)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27

01 02 03 04

Buttonhole (B)
30 31 32 33

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
59 60 61 62

Applique (A)
88 89 90 91
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21

116 117 118 119

Heirloom (H)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
01 02 03 04
28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56

57
01 02 03 04

Quilt (Q)
31 32 33 34
01

03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58

59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85

01 02 03 0

Satin (S)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

* Stitch patterns in blue can be used with the straight stitch needle plate.
* Stitch patterns in red can be flipped vertically (Horizontal mirror image).

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12

163

STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing

Bridge (BR)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12

Decorative (D)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58

59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87

88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111112 113 114 115

116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140

Long (L)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

Pictograph (P)

01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41

42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56

Play (PL)

01 02 03 04 05 06

08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

* Stitch patterns in blue can be used with the straight stitch needle plate.
* Stitch patterns in red can be flipped vertically (Horizontal mirror image).
164

STITCH CHART
Ordinary Sewing

Block

Script

Broadway

Symbol

Block (9 mm)

165

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

World of Embroidery Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

(GR)
166

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

World of Embroidery Designs

(FA10)

Designers Designs
• Sublime Stitching by Jenny Hart

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

(GR)

• Leah Day

(SQ23)

• Lonni Rossi

(SQ23)

• Stitchique by Tira Schulteis

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

• Noriko Nozawa

(GR)
* The gaps in the outline and the white spaces that appear between the color patterns on Noriko Nozawa designs are
part of the design.

167

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

Redwork Designs by Y.GANAHA

(SQ14)

(GR)

(FA10)

Sashiko Designs

(SQ14)

(FA10)

Home Decor Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

(GR)

(FA10)

Everyday & Holiday Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)
168

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

Everyday & Holiday Designs

(FA10)

Abstract Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

Monochrome Designs

(SQ14)

(FA10)

(SQ23)

Border Designs

(SQ14)
169

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

Border Designs

(FA10)

Quilting Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

Cross Stitch Alphabet Designs

(FA10)

170

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

Cross Stitch Designs

(SQ14)

(FA10)

Favorite Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

(GR)

(FA10)

Lace Designs

(SQ14)

171

(FA10)

DESIGN CHART

Pattern images are not to scale.

Embroidery

Fringe Designs

(SQ14)

(SQ23)

(FA10)

Calibration Pattern

172

DESIGN CHART
Embroidery

Gothic

Bauhaus

Script

Galant

Cheltenham

Typist

173

DESIGN CHART
Embroidery

Brush

Hollowblock

First Grade

Jupiter

2-letters / 3-letters

Border

Normal Sew

174

DESIGN CHART
Embroidery

Micro Gothic

175

INDEX

Accessory Case......................................................................2, 7
Accessory Storage......................................................................7
AcuFil Quilting.................................................................. 144-151
AcuFil hoop ASQ22..............................................................144
AcuFil template.....................................................................144
Adjusting the size of the last pattern....................................147
Creating original AcuFil designs...........................................148
Editing designs..............................................................149-150
Eliminating blank margin...................................................... 151
Marking the centerlines........................................................145
Preparing quilt layers............................................................144
Printing the template sheet..................................................145
Setting quilt layers in hoop ASQ22......................................146
Sewing AcuFil design pattern..............................................146
Sewing the border design.................................................... 151
Adjustable Start-Up Speed...................................................... 98
Applique (Embroidery)..................................................... 127-128
Applique (Ordinary Sewing Mode)......................................56, 87
Pivoting at applique corner.....................................................87
Starting over from the corner..................................................87
Attaching the Embroidery Foot......................................... 21, 107
Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine..................... 113
Attaching the embroidery unit.................................................104
Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate...............................108
Auto thread tension.................................................... 97, 123 152
Automatic Needle Threader.......................................... 1, 16, 162
Automatic (square) buttonhole............................................ 48-49

Darning ................................................................................. 54
Decorative satin stitches...........................................................61
Decorative Stitches............................................................. 56-59
Detaching the embroidery unit................................................106
Direct PC-Link.........................................................................157
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread.................................................17
Drop feed ............................................................................28, 97
Dual feed device...................................................2, 3, 21, 33, 89
Attaching the dual feed holder...............................................20
Dual feed balancing dial.....................................................2, 33
Dual feed drive.........................................................................2
Quilting bar for dual feed foot................................................ 89
Sewing with the Dual Feed Device....................................... 33
Straight stitches (with dual feed)........................................... 89

B
Background Color.............................................................95, 139
Basting............................................................................... 34, 84
Blind Hem ....................................................................... 41, 76-77
Bobbin winding............................................................. 12-14, 109
Bobbin winding speed.............................................................. 96
Border Designs.........................................................114, 142-143
Connecting the patterns in the editing window....................143
Bridge stitches....................................................................57, 64
Button Sewing.................................................................... 53, 85
Buttonholes......................................................................... 43-53
Automatic (square) buttonhole......................................... 48-49
Corded Buttonhole................................................................ 53
Manual settings..................................................................... 46
Other Buttonholes................................................................. 50
Sensor (Square) Buttonhole............................................ 44-47
Using the stabilizer plate........................................................47
Variety of Buttonholes........................................................... 43
Welted Buttonhole (Bound buttonhole).............................51-52

C
Care and Maintenance.....................................................158-159
Cleaning the Hook Area.......................................................158
Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide..............................159
Changing sewing direction....................................................... 30
Checking Pattern Combination Length.....................................67
Cloth Guide...............................................................3, 28, 40, 98
Calibration of the default position.......................................... 98
Saving favorite positions....................................................... 98
Colored Light Settings............................................................. 95
Common Keys...........................................................................11
Concealed zipper sewing.................................................... 82-83
Connecting the Power Supply.....................................................8
Consecutive color grouping....................................................152
Controlling Sewing Speed......................................9, 94, 98, 152
Corded Buttonhole................................................................... 53
Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns......................................103
Created Stitches (CS)...................................................59, 62, 99
Cut at color change/end..........................................................153
Cutting command............................................................123, 153
Cutting threads..........................................................................31

E
Editing Mode.................................................................... 131-139
Color grouping......................................................................138
Creating a square frame......................................................136
Customizing the display colors.............................................139
Deleting a pattern.................................................................134
Duplicating a pattern............................................................133
Editing tool bar information..................................................132
Flipping a pattern.................................................................135
Grouping patterns................................................................137
Monogramming in an arc.....................................................140
Moving a pattern..................................................................132
Opening the embroidery designs.........................................131
Resizing a pattern................................................................133
Rotating a pattern.................................................................134
Selecting a hoop size...........................................................131
Selecting a pattern...............................................................132
Selecting a pattern with pattern selection keys...................133
Sewing order........................................................................138
Zooming in the editing window.............................................139
Editing a Pattern Combination................................................. 65
Deleting a pattern.................................................................. 65
Inserting a pattern................................................................. 65
Elongation ratio..........................................................................61
Embroidery foot.............................................................3, 21, 107
Embroidery foot height....................................................123, 152
Embroidery Hoops...............................................................4, 110
Embroidery hoop ASQ22......................................... 4, 110, 144
Embroidery hoop FA10..............................................4, 110, 141
Embroidery hoop GR....................................................... 4, 110
Embroidery hoop SQ14.................................................... 4, 110
Embroidery hoop SQ23.................................................... 4, 110
Embroidery Mode Settings.............................................. 152-154
Embroidery Unit......................................................................104
Attaching the embroidery unit..............................................104
Detaching the embroidery unit.............................................106
Extending the carriage arm..................................................105
Extending the carriage arm.....................................................105
Extension Table.......................................................................1, 7
Extra Wide Table.....................................................................2, 9
Eyelets ..................................................................................... 55

F
Fabric, Thread and Needle Chart.............................................18
Favorite Stitch Adjustment............................................ 38-39, 99
Fly Stitches .............................................................................. 55
Foot Control.........................................................................4, 6, 8
Foot Control Preparation.............................................................6
Foot height for free motion quilting.......................................... 90
Foot height for pivoting..............................................................97
Foot pressure...................................................................... 37, 97
Formatting the memory............................................................ 96
Frame Designs........................................................................129
Free Arm Embroidery.............................................................. 141

176

INDEX
Free arm sewing..........................................................................7
Free quilting.............................................................................. 90
Fringe designs...........................................................114, 125-126
Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode............................ 28-29

G
Gathering ................................................................................. 84
Grid line ................................................................................153

H
Heirloom stitches..................................................................... 56
Hoop calibration......................................................................153
Hoop confirmation ..................................................................152
Hoops ................................................................................. 4, 110

Needles ..................................................................................18

O
On-screen Help.........................................................................25
One-stitch off (stop)..........................................................90, 152
Opening a Pattern Combination...............................................72
Optic Magnifier......................................................................4, 24
Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode............................................97-99
Overcasting Stitches...........................................................35, 75
Overedge ............................................................................35, 75

Inch/mm Option........................................................................ 93

Patchwork ........................................................................... 60, 88
Pivoting at applique corners.....................................................87
Programming a Pattern Combination...................................... 64
Bridge stitches....................................................................... 64
Mirror image of patterns........................................................ 64

Jump thread cutting........................................................123, 153

Quiet Mode............................................................................... 94
Quilting ...................................................................... 60, 89-91
Clasp stitches........................................................................ 89
Foot height for free motion quilting....................................... 90
Free quilting........................................................................... 90
Hand-look quilt stitches....................................................60, 91
One stitch off......................................................................... 90
Patchwork piecing................................................................. 60
Quilting guide bar for dual feed foot...................................... 89
Sculpture stitches...................................................................91
Straight stitches (with dual feed)........................................... 89
Using the quilting guide bar................................................... 60
Variable zigzag.......................................................................91
Quilting Designs (Embroidery Mode)......................................130
Quilting guide bar............................................................3, 60, 89

K
Knee Lifter.......................................................................4, 23, 91

L
Lace Designs..........................................................................130
Language Selection Mode................................................92, 103
Lapped zipper sewing......................................................... 79-81
Low bobbin thread warning............................................... 97, 152

M
Machine Operating Buttons......................................................10
Machine settings................................................. 92-103, 152-154
Common Setting Mode.................................................... 93-96
Embroidery Mode Settings........................................... 152-154
Language Selection Mode...................................................103
Machine Setting Mode.......................................................... 92
Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode.........................................97-99
Wireless LAN Setting Mode..........................................100-102
Connecting a Wireless Network........................................100
Network Settings........................................................ 101-102
Manual Stitch Settings........................................................ 36-37
Adjusting foot pressure control..............................................37
Adjusting thread tension.........................................................37
Altering needle drop position (straight stitches)................... 36
Altering stitch length.............................................................. 36
Favorite Stitch Adjustment............................................... 38-39
Foot up for pivoting.................................................................37
Maximum embroidery speed..................................................152
Mirror image......................................................................64, 135
Mode Selection.........................................................................25
Monogramming (Embroidery Mode).................................115-119
2-Letter monogram............................................................... 118
Editing a monogram............................................................. 119
Function Keys....................................................................... 116
Monogram placement.......................................................... 117
Programming a monogram.................................................. 117
Monogramming (Ordinary Sewing Mode).......................... 68-70
Function keys........................................................................ 68
Individual thread tension adjustment.................................... 69
Manual thread tension........................................................... 69
Programming a monogram....................................................70
Reduce the size of letters...................................................... 69
Spacing
................................................................................. 69
Unified thread tension adjustment........................................ 69

N
Names of Parts........................................................................1-2
Needle plate..................................................................1, 22, 108
Needle stop position........................................................... 87, 97

R
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot....................................23
Ready to Sew Window.....................................................120-123
Adjust Key............................................................................123
• Auto thread tension level................................................123
• Cutting the tails of jump threads.....................................123
• Embroidery foot height...................................................123
Color list key.........................................................................121
Color section key..................................................................121
Cross key..............................................................................121
Embroidery mode key..........................................................123
Function keys.......................................................................120
Hoop back key......................................................................122
Jog keys...............................................................................121
Pattern information...............................................................120
Stitch back/forward keys......................................................121
Trace key..............................................................................122
Replacing the Foot Holder.................................................. 20-21
Attaching the darning foot PD-H............................................21
Attaching the dual feed holder...............................................20
Attaching the embroidery foot P............................................21
Detaching and attaching the dual feed foot...........................21
Removing the presser foot holder..........................................20
Replacing the Needle Plate..................................................... 22
Replacing Needles....................................................................18
Replacing the Presser Foot......................................................19
Resume Mode...................................................................99, 154
Retractable Sewing Light..........................................................24
Rolled Hem................................................................................78

S
Saving and Opening a File.................................... 71-72, 155-157
Opening a Pattern Combination.............................................72
Saving a Pattern Combination...............................................71
Changing the folder name or file name...............................71

177

INDEX
Creating a new folder..........................................................71
Saving and Opening a File............................................155-157
Changing a name of the file or folder.................................157
Creating a new folder........................................................156
Deleting a file or folder......................................................156
Opening a file....................................................................156
Saving a file.......................................................................155
Screen Contrast....................................................................... 93
Screen Saver............................................................................ 93
Seam guide lines.......................................................................31
Seaming ..................................................................................74
Applique.................................................................................87
Basting ................................................................................. 84
Blind Hem & Shell Tuck.....................................................76-77
Button Sewing....................................................................... 85
Gathering............................................................................... 84
Overedge................................................................................75
Patchwork.............................................................................. 88
Quilting ............................................................................ 89-91
Clasp stitches..................................................................... 89
Free quilting........................................................................ 90
Hand-look quilt stitches.......................................................91
Quilting guide bar for dual feed.......................................... 89
Sculpture stitches................................................................91
Straight stitches (with dual feed)........................................ 89
Variable zigzag....................................................................91
Rolled Hem.............................................................................78
Tacking ................................................................................. 86
Zipper Sewing.................................................................. 79-83
Securing seams........................................................................31
Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs................................... 114
Sensor (Square) Buttonhole......................................... 43, 44-47
Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop.............................. 112
Setting the Spool of Thread........................................12, 63, 109
Additional spool pin................................................................12
Sewing Application.............................................................. 73-91
Sewing from the edge of thick fabric........................................ 30
Sewing Light..................................................................24, 93, 95
Shell Tuck ............................................................................ 41, 77
Sound Volume.................................................................... 93, 94
Special Bobbin Holder for Embroidery...............................4, 109
Specialty Stitches............................................................... 53-55
Button Sewing....................................................................... 53
Darning ................................................................................. 54
Eyelets ................................................................................. 55
Fly Stitches ........................................................................... 55
Stabilizer plate.......................................................................3, 47
Stabilizers ................................................................................ 111
Standard Accessories............................................................. 3-4
Standby Timer.......................................................................... 93
Starting to Sew Embroidery....................................................124
Startover Key...................................................................... 28, 66
Current pattern startover....................................................... 66
First pattern startover............................................................ 66
STITCH CHART............................................................... 163-175
Embroidery................................................................... 166-175
Ordinary Sewing........................................................... 163-165
Straight stitches.................................................................. 30-32

Jump thread cutting length...................................................153
Thread Holder..................................................................... 1, 113
Thread selection.....................................................................154
Threading the Machine.................................................. 15-17, 63
Touch Screen Calibration......................................................... 94
Troubleshooting............................................................... 160-162
Troubleshooting (automatic needle threader).......................162
Turning a square corner........................................................... 30
Twin Needle Sewing................................................................. 63

U
Upper Thread Sensor.............................................................. 93
Utility Stitches..................................................................... 30-42
Changing sewing direction.................................................... 30
Cutting threads.......................................................................31
Other Utility Stitches.........................................................41-42
Securing seams.....................................................................31
Sewing from the edge of thick fabric..................................... 30
Starting to sew...................................................................... 30
Straight stitches..................................................................... 30
Turning a square corner........................................................ 30
Using the seam guide lines....................................................31

V
Variable zigzag..........................................................................91
Variable zigzag sensitivity.........................................................97
Variety of Overcasting Stitches................................................ 35
Variety of Straight Stitches.................................................. 32-34
Visual Touch Screen.........................................1, 93, 94, 95, 103

W
Welted Buttonhole (Bound buttonhole)..........................43, 51-52
Winding the Bobbin...................................................... 12-14, 109
Bobbin Winding While Working on an Embroidery Project......109
Inserting the bobbin...............................................................14
Removing the bobbin.............................................................12
Winding the bobbin................................................................13
Wireless LAN Setting.................................................92, 100-102

Z
Zigzag Stitches......................................................................... 34
Zipper Sewing..................................................................... 79-83
Concealed zipper sewing................................................. 82-83
Lapped zipper sewing...................................................... 79-81

T
Tacking ................................................................................. 86
Thread Cut after Auto-Lock...................................................... 99
Thread Cutter Switch.......................................................... 4, 5-6
Adjusting the lateral position....................................................6
Adjusting the longitudinal position...........................................6
Placing the thread cutter switch to the left...............................5
Thread cutting (Ordinary Sewing Mode)..................................31
Thread cutting (Embroidery Mode).........................................153
Cut at color change/end.......................................................153
Cutting command.................................................................153
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