Janome Memory Craft 11000 Instruction Book PDF

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This sewing machine is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with this machine. The machine is not intended for use by children or mentally infirm persons without proper supervi- sion.

This sewing machine is designed and manufactured for household use only.

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the followings: Read all instructions before using this appliance.

DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. The sewing machine 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. Do not allow the machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing

machine is used by or near children. 2. Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this instruction book. 3. 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 examina- tion, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate this sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation open- ings of this sewing machine free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening. 6. Do not use outdoors. 7. 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 ma- chine needle.

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 the sewing machine off (O) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such

as threading the needle with your hand, changing the needle, inserting the bobbin, and the like.

15. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electrical outlet when making any adjustments mentioned in this instruction book.

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GETTING READY TO SEW Names of Parts ......................................................................... 2 Standard Accessories and Storage ........................................... 4 Extension Table ......................................................................... 6 Connecting the Power Supply ................................................... 7 Machine Operating Buttons ...................................................... 8 Controlling Sewing Speed ......................................................... 9

Setting the Spool of Thread ............................................... 10 Winding the Bobbin ................................................................. 10 Inserting the Bobbin ................................................................ 11 Threading the Machine ...........................................................12

Using the Automatic Needle Threader ..............................13 Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread ............................................... 14 Changing Needles .................................................................. 15

Fabrics and needle chart ...................................................15 Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot .................................16 Knee Lifter ..............................................................................16 Removing and Attaching the Presser Foot .............................17 Adjusting the Foot Pressure .................................................... 17 Mode Selection ....................................................................... 18 Machine Settings .................................................................... 19 Common settings ....................................................................20 Ordinary sewing mode settings ............................................... 22 Embroidery mode settings ...................................................... 23 Language Selection (Flag mode) ............................................23 On-screen Help Movie ............................................................ 24

ORDINARY SEWING MODE Utility Stitches.......................................................................... 26

Straight stitches ................................................................. 26 Starting to sew ...................................................................26 Sewing from the edge of thick fabric .................................26 Changing sewing direction ................................................ 26 Securing seam .................................................................. 27 Cutting threads .................................................................. 27 Using the seam guide lines ............................................... 27

Variety of straight stitches ....................................................... 28 Manual stitch settings ........................................................ 29

Zigzag stitches ........................................................................ 30 Manual stitch settings ........................................................ 30

Variety of overcasting stitches ................................................. 31 Blind hemming ........................................................................32

Adjusting the needle drop position ...................................32 Visible hemming ......................................................................33 Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches .........................................34 Variety of Buttonholes ............................................................. 34

Sensor (Square) buttonhole .............................................. 35 Automatic (square) buttonhole ..........................................36 Corded buttonhole ............................................................. 37

Manual settings ...........................................................37 Darning.................................................................................... 38

To adjust the evenness of darning stitches .......................38 Tacking .................................................................................... 39 Fly stitches (B17 and B18) ...................................................... 40 Eyelet ..................................................................................... 40 Twin Needle Sewing ............................................................... 41 Decorative Stitches .................................................................42

Cording ..............................................................................43 Patchwork and Quilting (Q) ....................................................44 Programming Pattern Combinations .......................................45

Programming the auto lock stitch .....................................46 Programming French Knot ................................................46

Editing the stitch pattern combination .....................................47 Monogramming .......................................................................48

Programming a monogram ...............................................49

Sewing Application ............................................................ 50 Rolled hemming .......................................................... 51 Zipper sewing .............................................................. 52

Lapped zipper sewing ........................................... 52 Concealed zipper sewing ....................................... 54

Button sewing .............................................................. 56 Easing a sleeve top (Edging contraction) ................... 57 Basting ........................................................................ 57 Patchwork ................................................................... 58 Quilting ........................................................................ 59

Clasp stitch ............................................................ 59 Free quilting ........................................................... 59

Quick Menu (Quick Reference) ......................................... 60 Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns ............................... 61

EMBROIDERY MODE Embroidery Hoops ............................................................ 62 Stabilizes ........................................................................... 63 Foot Pressure.................................................................... 63 Needles ............................................................................. 63 Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop ........................ 64 Setting the Embroidery Carriage Arm ............................... 65 Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine ............... 66 Thread Holder ................................................................... 66 Detaching the Hoop form the Carriage ............................. 67 Mode Selection ................................................................. 68 Built-in Designs ................................................................. 69

Starting to Sew Embroidery ........................................ 71 Monogramming ................................................................. 72

Programming a monogram ......................................... 74 Placement of monogramming ..................................... 75 2- Letter monogram ..................................................... 76 Editing a monogram .................................................... 77 Monogramming in arc .................................................. 78

Editing Mode ..................................................................... 80 Moving a pattern .......................................................... 81 Duplicating a pattern ................................................... 81 Deleting the pattern ..................................................... 82 Rotating the pattern ..................................................... 82 Flipping a pattern ......................................................... 82 Resizing a pattern ....................................................... 82 Zooming in the editing window .................................... 83 Customizing the display color ...................................... 83 Combining the patterns (creating a square frame) ...... 84 Using a template pattern to create the pattern chain .. 85

FILE MANAGEMENT Saving and Opening a File ................................................ 86

Saving a file ................................................................. 86 Creating a new folder .................................................. 86 Changing the name of the folder or file ....................... 87 Deleting the file or folder ............................................. 87 Opening the file ........................................................... 88

Direct PC-Link ................................................................... 89

OPTIONAL ITEMS PC Design Cards .............................................................. 90 ATA PC card ...................................................................... 91 USB Memory Keys ........................................................... 92 CD-ROM Drive .................................................................. 93

CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ........................... 94 Troubleshooting ................................................................ 95

STITCH/DESIGN CHART ........................................ 97

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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GETTING READY TO SEW Names of Parts

1 Bobbin winder spindle 2 Bobbin winder stopper 3 Bobbin thread cutter 4 Visual touch screen 5 Screen up/down button 6 Knee lifter socket 7 Feed balancing dial 8 Extension table (accessory storage) 9 Hook cover release button

10 Hook cover plate 11 Needle plate 12 Automatic needle threader 13 Thread cutter/holder 14 Face plate 15 Foot pressure dial 16 Bobbin winding thread guide 17 Stylus holder (for the touch panel stylus) 18 Spool pin 19 Spool holder 20 Needle clamp screw 21 Needle 22 Zigzag foot A 23 Foot holder 24 Thumbscrew 25 Auto needle threader button 26 Bobbin winding button 27 Thread cutter button 28 Speed control slider 29 Start/stop button 30 Reverse button 31 Auto-lock button 32 Needle up/down button

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1 Carrying handle 2 Power switch 3 Machine socket 4 Carriage release lever 5 USB port (for direct PC link) 6 USB port (for CD-ROM drive/USB memory key) 7 Foot control jack 8 Card ejecting button 9 Card slot

10 Hand wheel 11 Buttonhole lever 12 Retractable carriage arm 13 Hard cover (accessory storage)

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1 Embroidery hoop-ST (with template) 2 Embroidery hoop-SQ (with template) 3 Foot control 4 Power supply cord 5 Knee lifter 6 Set of red tip needles 7 Bobbin thread for embroidery 8 Felts 9 Stabilizers

10 Template sheets for built-in embroidery designs 11 USB cable 12 Instruction book 13 Key icon reference chart 14 Instructional movie DVD 15 Handbook CD-ROM 16 MC11K Tools CD-ROM (with instruction booklet)

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Standard Accessories and Storage

The embroidery hoops, foot control, power supply cord, knee lifter etc. can be conveniently stored in the hard cover.

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1 Overcasting foot C 2 Rolled hem foot D 3 Zipper foot E 4 Satin stitch foot F 5 Blind hemming foot G 6 Cording foot H 7 Overedge foot M 8 1/4 seam foot O 9 Button sewing foot T

10 Automatic buttonhole foot R 11 Embroidery foot P 12 Darning foot P-2 13 Even feed foot with quilting bar 14 Quilting guide bar 15 Spool holder (large) 16 Spool holder (small) 17 Extra spool pin 18 Spool supporter 19 Felt cushion 20 Bobbins 21 Set of needles 22 Screwdriver 23 Screwdriver key 24 Scissors 25 Lint brush 26 Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener) 27 Button shank plate 28 Touch panel stylus

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The extensiontable provides a handy compartment for storing various accessories.

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Extension Table The extension table provides an extended sewing area and can be removed for free arm sewing.

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To detach: Draw the table out to the left.

To attach: Slide the table on the base and push the table to the right.

Free arm sewing Free-arm sewing is used for stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs or any other tubular garments. It is also useful for darning socks or mending knees or elbows. Remove the extension table and fillet to make use of the free arm.

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NOTE: Be sure to attach the fillet for flat bed sewing.

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Connecting the Power Supply

First turn the power switch off and then insert the foot control plug into the jack on the machine if you wish to use foot control. Insert the machine plug of the power supply code into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. And turn the power switch on.

1 Power switch 2 Machine plug 3 Machine socket

NOTES: Make sure to use the power supply cord that came with the machine. If you turn off the power switch, wait for 5 seconds before turning it on again. The foot control cannot be used in the embroidery mode.

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.

Operating Instructions: The symbol O of a switch indicates the off position of a switch.

For the U.S.A. and Canada only Polarized plug (one blade wider than the other): To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If it does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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.

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Insert the machine plug of the power supply cord into the machine socket. Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet. And turn the power switch on.

CAUTION: Do not pull the foot control cord beyond the red mark.

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1 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 pressed. The button will turn red when the machine is running, and green, that it has been stopped.

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

2 Reverse button When sewing stitch pattern U1, U2, U8 or U9, the machine will sew in reverse as long as the reverse button is pressed. If the stitch pattern U1, U2, U8 or U9 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 stitches, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop.

3 Needle up/down button Press this button to bring the needle bar up or down.

4 Auto-lock button When sewing stitch pattern U1, U2, U8 or U9, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop when the auto-lock button is pressed. When sewing all other stitches, 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 auto thread cutting is enabled (refer to page 22).

5 Speed control slider This slider will set the maximum sewing speed in the ordinary sewing mode (refer to page 9).

6 Auto needle threader button Press this button and follow the step-by-step instruction displayed on the visual touch screen to thread the needle. Refer to page 13.

7 Bobbin winding button Press this button to wind the bobbin. Refer to page 10.

8 Thread cutter button Press this button after finishing sewing and the machine will trim the threads automatically. Refer to page 27.

NOTES: The thread cutter button does not function: - soon after turning on the power. - when the presser foot is in the up position. - when being pressed 4 times in a row.

Machine Operating Buttons

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Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control slider You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the speed control slider according to your sewing needs. To increase the sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease the sewing speed, move the slider to the left.

Foot control Pressing on the foot control can vary sewing speed. The harder you press the foot control, the faster the machine runs.

NOTE: The machine runs at the maximum speed set by the speed control slider when the foot control is fully depressed.

Operating Instructions: Foot controller Model 21371 is for use with sewing machine model MC 11000.

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.

Screen up/down button The visual touch screen can be raised to open (clear) the space for handling fabrics etc.

Pressing the button raises the screen, while pressing the button lowers the screen.

CAUTIONS: Be sure to store the visual touch screen in the lowest position before carrying or storing the machine to prevent the screen from damage by impact. Do not force to move the visual touch screen by hand. Do not press the surface of the visual touch screen with hard or sharp objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like. Use the touch panel stylus to press the visual touch screen.

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Setting the Spool of Thread Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown. 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.

Extra spool pin Use the extra spool pin when you need to wind a bobbin without unthreading the machine while working on a sewing project. Insert the extra spool pin into the spool supporter and then into the hole beside the horizontal spool pin. Place the felt cushion on the spool pin and place a spool of thread on it as shown.

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

Winding the Bobbin This machine has an exclusive motor for bobbin winding, which allows you to wind the bobbin while stitching.

1 Slide the hook cover release button to the right, and remove the hook cover plate.

2 Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder.

3 Pull the thread from the spool and pass the thread through the thread guide. Draw the thread around and under the bobbin winding tension disk.

4 Pass the thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside.

5 Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle. Push the bobbin winder stopper to the left.

6 Hold the free end of the thread in your hand and press the bobbin winding button . Press the bobbin winding button again to stop the bobbin when it has wound several layers, and cut the thread close to the hole in the bobbin .

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7 Press the bobbin winding button again. When the bobbin is fully wound, the bobbin winder stopper returns to the original position and the machine will stop automatically. Cut the thread with the thread cutter.

Inserting the Bobbin 1 Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread

running off counterclockwise.

2 Guide the thread into the front notch (A) on the bobbin holder.

3 Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades.

4 Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into the side notch (B).

5 Pull out about 10 cm (4") of thread to the rear. Reattach the hook cover plate.

NOTE: A threading chart is shown on the hook cover plate for your reference.

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Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot. Press the needle up/down button twice to raise the needle. Turn the power switch off.

1 Draw the thread from the spool. Hold the thread with both hands and pass the thread under the thread guide plate. Tug the thread until it snaps.

2 Draw the thread down along the right channel and around the bottom of the guide plate.

3 Pull the thread up along the left channel to the thread take-up lever.

4 Firmly draw the thread up to the take-up lever and down into its eye from the right to the left, while holding the thread at the spool.

5 Then pull the thread down along the left channel and through the lower thread guide.

6 Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide on the left.

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

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Using the Automatic Needle Threader

Turn the power switch on and lower the presser foot. 1 Hold the end of the needle thread gently.

2 Press the auto needle threader button . The threader lowers automatically and the hook comes out through the needle eye from behind it.

3 Pull the thread down around the thread guide, then pass the thread from the right and under the hook as shown.

4 Draw the thread to the left and slip it into the slit of the thread holder from the bottom and cut the thread with the thread cutter as shown.

5 Press the auto threader button again. The threader goes up automatically and pulls the thread out through the needle eye. Pull the loop of thread to the back.

NOTES: The automatic needle threader works well on the needles nos. 11-14, sewing Threads nos. 50-90 and Janome embroidery threads. Thick threads, nos. 20 and 30, are not suitable for the automatic needle threader.

NOTES: You may need to hold the thread end with your hand when threading certain kinds of threads. When threading monofilament thread, hang the thread end on the thread holder on the face plate.

CAUTION: Do not turn the handwheel while the automatic needle threader is in the lowered position to prevent it from damage. Do not touch the automatic needle threader while it is moving.

If the automatic needle threader is locked by turning the handwheel accidentally, re- lease it as follows: Carefully turn the handwheel to move the needle up or down a little, so that it frees the automatic needle threader. Press the auto needle threader button to restore the automatic needle threader to the up position.

If the automatic needle threader will not return to the up position by pressing the auto needle threader button, correct it as follows: 1. Turn the power switch off. 2. Open the face plate. 3. Turn the threader shaft counterclockwise to release the hook from the needle eye. 4. Turn the power switch on and the automatic needle threader will return to the up

position. 5. Close the face plate.

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Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 1 Raise the presser foot lifter.

2 Hold the needle thread with your finger and press the up/down needle button twice to pick up the bobbin thread.

3 Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the bobbin thread.

4 Slide 10 cm (4") of both threads to the back under the presser foot.

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Changing Needles

CAUTION: Always make sure to turn the power switch off and disconnect the machine from power supply before changing the needle.

Raise the needle by pressing the up/down needle button and lower the presser foot. Turn the power switch off.

Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counter- clockwise. Remove the needle from the clamp.

Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side of the needle to the rear. 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. Never use a blunt needle.

Weight

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Fabric

Chiffon, Georgette, Fine Lace, Organdy Net, Tulle

Batiste, Voile, Lawn, Pure Silk, Crepe de Chine, Sheer Crepe, Chambray, Handkerchief Linen, Gingham, Challis, Percale, Wool Crepe, Peau de Soie, Taffeta, Satin, Silk Surah, Satin-backed Crepe, Qiana

Single Knits, Jersey, Swim wear, and Tricot

Leather Suede

Flannel, Velour, Velvet, Muslin, Velveteen, Poplin, Corduroy, Broadcloth, Linen, Chintz, Gabardine, Felt, Terry, Burlap, Quilted Fabrics

Double Knits, (synthetic and natural) Stretch Velour, Stretch Terry, Sweater Knits

Leather, Vinyl, Suede

Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking

Double Faced Wool, Heavy Coating, Fake Fur, Drapery Fabrics

Leather, Suede

Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics

Topstitching for Special Finish

Type of Needle

Universal, Ball Point

Blue Tipped Needle Universal

Blue Tipped Needle, Ball Point

Wedge Point Leather Needle

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Denim Needle

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Needle Size

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Fabrics and needle chart

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Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.

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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. This helps you to place the layers of thick fabrics or embroidery hoops under the foot.

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.

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Using the knee lifter Push the knee lifter with your knee to easily move the presser foot up and down. You can control how high the foot rises by the amount of knee pressure you exert.

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

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Removing and Attaching the Presser Foot

WARNING: Turn the power switch off before changing the presser foot.

Removing the presser foot Raise the needle to its highest position and raise the presser foot lifter. Press the red button on the back of the foot holder. The presser foot will drop off.

Attaching the presser foot Place the presser foot you wish to use so that the pin on the foot lies just under the groove of the foot holder. Lower the presser bar to lock the foot in place.

Button Sewing Foot T Insert the rear pin on the foot into the groove of the foot holder. Gently lower the presser bar while holding the foot with your fingers.

Darning foot P-2 Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the foot holder. Attach the darning foot P-2 to the presser bar putting the pin on the needle clamp screw. Tighten the thumbscrew firmly with the screwdriver.

Even feed foot Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the foot holder. Attach the even feed foot to the presser bar with the lever over the needle clamp screw and secure it with the thumbscrew.

Embroidery Foot P Loosen the thumbscrew and remove the foot holder. Attach embroidery foot P to the presser bar from be- hind. Tighten the thumbscrew securely with the screwdriver.

Adjusting the Foot Pressure The foot pressure control dial should be set at 3 for regular sewing. Reduce the pressure to 2 for appliqu, cutwork, drawn work, basting and embroidery. Set the dial at 1 when sewing extra fine fabrics.

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Mode Selection When you turn on the power switch, the visual touch screen will show the opening welcome window, then the ordinary sewing mode will appear after a few seconds. The machine will be set for the straight stitch sewing.

NOTE: After turning on the power, it takes several seconds for the pattern selection window to be displayed on the visual touch screen. (This is the required boot up time and is not a defect.)

1 Mode selection keys Ordinary sewing mode key Press this key to enter the ordinary sewing mode.

2 Embroidery mode key Press this key to enter the embroidery mode.

3 Open file key Press this key to open files such as programmed stitch patterns and embroidery designs you have saved.

4 Mode setting key Press this key to enter the setting mode. In this mode, you can customize the machine settings to your prefer- ence. The machine settings for ordinary sewing, em- broidery, language selection and common settings are available in this mode.

5 Help movie key Press this key to view the on-screen movie on the essential operations.

CAUTION: Do not press the surface of the visual touch screen with hard or sharp objects like pencils, screwdrivers or the like.

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Machine Settings

Set key When you press the set key, you can customize the machine settings. Press one of the 4 mode setting keys to select the mode to customize.

1 Common setting mode In this mode, the machine settings or function for both ordinary sewing and embroidery can be customized or executed.

2 Ordinary sewing setting mode In this mode, the machine settings or function for ordinary sewing can be customized or executed.

3 Embroidery setting mode In this mode, the machine settings or function for embroidery can be customized or executed.

4 Language selection mode (Flag mode) In this mode, you can select one of 10 languages for the messages displayed on the screen.

Registering the custom settings After customizing the settings, press the register key to enable the new settings. To cancel the changes to the settings, press the exit key

and the setting mode window will close.

Screen Contrast

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Common settings

1 Screen contrast The contrast of the visual touch screen can be adjusted with + or key.

2 Sound The buzzer sound can be adjusted with the + or key. To mute the buzzer, set the value to 0.

3 Sewing light options The dual sewing lights can be turned on or off individually.

4 Eco mode The sewing lights will turn off, and the visual touch screen will display go dark if you have not used the machine for a while. Touching the screen will turn on the lights and screen. The eco mode timer can be set from 1 to 30 minutes by pressing the + or key.

5 Screen saver Press the on/off key to check the box. so the screen will show the screen saver instead of entering the eco mode (sewing lights do not turn off). You can also create an original screen saver for the MC 11000 with the Screen Saver tool. Save the data in an ATA PC card or USB memory key, and insert it into the port of the MC 11000. Press the import key to import the screen saver from the ATA PC card or USB memory key.

NOTES: The Screen Saver tool is available in the MC11K Tools CD-ROM included in the standard accessories. For instructions on installation and operation of the software, refer to the separate instruction booklet.

Screen Contrast

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1 Inch/mm options You can set your machine's measuring unit to either inch or millimeter by pressing the inch or mm key. The default unit setting is millimeter.

2 Touch screen calibration If you think the touch panel keys are out of alignment, you can correct it in the key position adjustment window. When you press the key, window (A) will be shown. With your finger, press the black cross as it appears in order. When you press the last black cross, the window (B) will be shown. The window will close and go back to the original screen with the new setting being registered.

3 Formatting the memory If the internal memory, ATA PC card or USB memory key does not function due to damage to the memory bank, you need to re-enable it by formatting the memory.

4 Resetting all to default Press the yes key to reset all the parameters to the original values (factory settings).

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Touch Screen Calibration END

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Ordinary sewing mode settings

1 Auto thread tension The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the + or key.

2 Low bobbin thread warning The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted with the + or key.

3 Drop feed option This option allows you to sew the decorative stitches with the feed dog lowered. Press the drop feed key to lower the feed dog. When you start the machine, the warning message will appear to advise you to raise the feed dog, however you can continue sewing with the feed dog lowered. To raise the feed dog, return to the ordinary sewing setting mode and press the raise feed dog key then press the register key.

4 Auto thread cutting In the following cases, the machine will trim the threads and stop automatically, if you check the box by pressing the on/off key . 1. Pressing the auto lock button 2. The auto lock stitch is programmed. 3. Sewing monogram 4. Sewing the pictograph patterns

5 Color options You can select blue, pink or green for the screen background and pattern selection key by pressing the or key.

SET2

XRegister

SET1 Auto Tension

Register

Auto

Rem ing Bobbin Thread 2

Thread Cut after Auto-Lock on off

Feed Dog

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Embroidery mode settings

1 Auto thread tension The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the + or key.

2 Low bobbin thread warning The low bobbin thread warning level can be adjusted with the + or key.

3 Grid on/off To show the grid, press the on/off key to check the box. To hide the grid, press the on/off key again to uncheck the box.

4 Grid size The grid size can be changed by pressing the + or key.

5 Embroidery maximum speed The maximum sewing speed can be changed from 400 to 800 spm for embroidery sewing by pressing the + or key.

NOTE: Reduce the sewing speed when sewing patterns with narrow zigzag stitches that tend to distort at high speed.

6 Auto thread cutting The machine will trim the threads and stop automati- cally to allow you to change the thread to the next color.

7 Thread selection There are four brands of embroidery thread to choose from. Press the key of the thread you wish to use. The color code of the selected brand will be shown on the color/part key along with the name of the color.

8 Color options You can select blue, pink or green for the color of the screen background and pattern selection key by pressing the or key.

Language Selection (Flag mode) You can select one of the following 10 languages by pressing the corresponding key.

1 English 2 French 3 Spanish 4 Italian 5 Dutch 6 German 7 Portuguese 8 Swedish 9 Russian

10 Finnish

SET2

XRegister

Color Control

+- Maximum speed setting

600spm

Thread selection Janome Robison- Madeira MettlerAnton

Color Change Thread Cut Manual or Auto Stop ThreadCut

SET1

XRegister

10mm

+-

Auto Tension Auto

Remaining Bobbin Thread

+- 2

Grid Line on off

Grid Size

Language

XRegister

Language Selection

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On-screen Help Movie Press the help key to open the help movie menu. You can view 7 topics of essential operations of the machine.

Select the help topic you wish to view by pressing the thumbnail, and the movie window will open.

Press the play key to start the movie and press the stop key to stop playing. You can search the movie in forward or reverse direction by pressing the fast forward key or rewind key .

Pressing the full screen key enlarges the movie window to full screen.

Press the exit key to close the current window.

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X

Winding the bobbin

Threading the machine

Auto needle threader

Sensor Buttonholes

Adjusting patterns

Changing needles

Embroidery settings

Auto Needle Threader

X

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Auto Needle Threader

X

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ORDINARY SEWING MODE The stitches in the ordinary sewing mode are classified in 6 groups. Press one of the tabs to select the group.

NOTE: In this manual, pattern number refers initial letter for each groups or categories. For example pattern #15 in the buttonholes and specialty stitches is referred as pattern B17.

1 Utility stitches (U) You can select the 17 utility stitches for seaming, overcastting, blind hemming, basting and shell tucking.

2 Buttonholes and specialty stitches (B) There are 13 styles of buttonholes, button sewing stitch, darning, tacking, 2 types of fly stitches and 3 types of eyelets available in this section.

3 Decorative stitches This group consists of 5 categories, i.e. (Q) patchwork/ quilting, (H) heirloom stitches/cross stitches, (S) decorative satin stitches, (D) decorative stitches and (P) pictograph stitches. These stitches and patterns are programmable.

4 Monogramming You can sew letterings as well as combination of characters and symbol patterns.

5 Sewing application You can select the proper stitch for a specific sewing project from the designated stitches in this group.

6 Quick menu (Quick Reference) You can select the desired stitch from the categorized stitch list. This function is extremely useful when selecting decorative stitches, which extend over 7 pages.

Function keys 1 Drop feed key: To drop or raise the feed dogs. 2 Twin needle key: To set the stitch width for twin

needle sewing. The key will be grayed out if the selected stitch is not suitable for twin needle sewing.

3 Needle position key: To set the needle position, up or down when the machine stops.

4 Adjust key: To open the manual setting windows for altering the stitch settings.

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Utility(U)

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17

1

Straight Stitch

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Buttonholes(B)

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R

17 18 19 20 21

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Sensor BH Pull down BH Lever.

AUTO

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Quilting(Q)

62 5 7

A

1

Straight Stitch

Monogram FBlock

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z . & 0 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 93

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A aL SM

Seaming Overedge Blind Hem Rolled Hem

Zipper Gathering Basting Button

Tacking Applique Patchwork Quilting

Utility(U) Buttonholes(B) Quilting(Q)

Quilting(Q) Quilting(Q)

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L.S

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Quilting(Q)

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Utility Stitches

Straight stitches Patterns U1 to U6 are straight stitches for seaming. Press the pattern selection key of the desired stitch.

Starting to sew Raise the presser foot and position the fabric next to a seam guideline on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start. Pull the needle and bobbin threads towards the rear.

Press the start/stop button or foot control. Gently guide the fabric along the seam guideline letting the fabric feed naturally.

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 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 will be locked in the horizontal position to avoid slipping.

Changing sewing direction: Stop the machine and bring the needle down into the fabrics by pressing the needle up/down button. Raise the presser foot. Pivot the fabric around the needle to change the sewing direction as desired.

Lower the presser foot and start sewing in a new direction.

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Utility(U)

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17

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Straight Stitch

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Securing seam 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.

Press the reverse button once when sewing the lock-a-matic stitch (pattern U3) or locking stitch (pattern U4) so the machine will lock the stitches off and stop automatically.

Cutting threads After finishing sewing, press the thread cutter button to cut the threads.

NOTES: The thread cutter button does not function when the presser foot is raised. To start the next seam, it is recommended to bring the bobbin thread up and pull both needle and bobbin threads to the back under the presser foot. Use the thread cutter on the face plate to cut the 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 treads up and slip them between the thread cutter and face plate from behind. Pull the threads toward you to cut.

Using the seam guide lines The seam guides on the needle plate and hook cover help you to 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 You can easily seam patchwork pieces at the desired angle without marking, by using the unique angle scales on the needle plate. The angle scales are marked at 45, 60, 90 and 120 degrees.

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Variety of straight stitches

U1 Straight stitch in center needle position Use this stitch for seaming, zipper sewing, rolled hemming etc.

U2 Straight stitch in left needle position Use this stitch to seam the fabrics along the edge.

U3 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.

U4 Locking stitch This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking stitch is needed. Lower the needle close to the front edge of the fabric. The machine will sew several locking stitches in place 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.

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 Stretch stitch This is a narrow stretch stitch designed to eliminate puckering on knit fabrics and bias seams, while permitting the seam to be pressed completely open flat.

U1

U2

U3

U4

U5

U6

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Utility(U)

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Straight Stitch

This machine is equipped with the automatic thread tension control, however you may need to manually adjust the tension balance depending on the sewing condition, or you can fine-tune the thread tension to suit your preference.

Press the + key to increase the tension. Press the key to decease the tension.

Manual stitch settings When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window.

You can alter the needle drop position of the straight stitches, stitch length and needle thread tension.

Press the + key to move the needle drop position to the right. Press the key to move the needle drop position to the left.

Press the + or key in the middle to alter the stitch length.

3.5 2.20 4.2

OK

Default

Adjust

3.5 2.20 4.2

OK

Default

Adjust

0.0 3.5 7.0

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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 appliqu.

Manual stitch settings When you press the adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window. You can alter the stitch width (or needle drop position of the straight stitches), stitch length and needle thread tension.

Press the + or key below the property that you wish to change.

Adjust

5.0 1.50 3.0

OK

Default

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Zigzag Stitch

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Variety of overcasting stitches

U9 Multiple zigzag stitch (tricot 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.

U10 Overcasting stitch: Overedge foot C 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 then sew.

U11 Knit stitch: Zigzag foot A This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance. After sewing, trim the seam allowance close to the stitches.

U12 Double overedge stitch: Overedge foot C This stitch is excellent for fabrics that tend to fray extensively such as linens and gabardines. Two rows of zigzag stitches are simultaneously sewn over the edge to insure that the fabric will not ravel.

U13 Overlock stitch: Ovrecasting foot M This stitch finishes the edges of fabric similar to a commercial overlocking machine for a professional look.

CAUTION: When you use overedge foot C or overcasting foot M, you must set the zigzag width at 5.0 or wider to prevent the needle from hitting the foot wires.

U9

U10

U11

U12

U13

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Blind hemming Select pattern U14 for woven fabrics or pattern U15 for elastic fabrics.

NOTE: The stitch width of the patterns U14 and U15 cannot be changed, but the needle drop position will move.

How to fold the fabric Fold the fabric to form a hem leaving a 0.5 cm (1/4) allowance as shown. (A) Medium to heavy fabrics: The raw edge should be

overcastted. (B) Fine fabrics: Fold the raw edge 1 cm (1/2).

To sew Position the fabric so that the fold comes to the left side of the guide on the foot. Lower the presser foot. Adjust the position of the needle drop if necessary. Sew guiding the fold along the guide. After sewing is finished, open fabric flat. The seam on the right side of the fabric is almost invisible.

Adjusting the needle drop position Press the adjust key to open the manual setting window. Press the + key to move the needle drop positions to the left. Press the key to move the needle drop positions to the right. Press the OK key to register the settings. The needle should just pierce the folded edge when it comes over to the left side.

NOTE: The needle drop position will move, while the stitch width remains consistent.

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Blind Hem

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G

Adjust

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OK

Default

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1 cm

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Knit Stitch

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Visible hemming Select pattern U17.

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

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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 you memorize the size 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 buttonhole is durable and used for 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 can be used on stretch fabrics. It can be used as a decorative button- hole.

B11 Knit Buttonhole This buttonhole is suitable for knit fabrics. It can also be used as a decorative button- hole.

B12 Antique buttonhole This buttonhole looks like the heirloom stitch. It has an attractive handmade appear- ance and makes a nice decorative buttonhole.

B13 Welted buttonhole This is a template pattern for the hand sewn welted (bound) buttonhole.

B1

B2

B3

B4

B5

B6

B7

B8

B9

B10

B11

B12

B13

AUTO

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Sensor (Square) buttonhole

Select pattern B1.

To sew 1 Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R snapping the

pin into the groove of the foot holder. Raise the presser foot.

2 Pull the button holder to the rear, and place the button in it. Push it tightly against the button.

NOTES: The buttonhole size is automatically set by placing a button into the button holder in the rear of the automatic buttonhole foot R. The button holder of the foot takes a button size of up to 2.5 cm (1") in diameter. If the button is extremely thick, make a test buttonhole on an extra piece of the fabric. If it is difficult to fit the button through the test buttonhole, you can lengthen the buttonhole by pulling the button holder back a little. The length of the buttonhole will be increased.

3 Pull the buttonhole lever down as far as it will go. 4 Press the start/stop button to sew the buttonhole.

NOTE: A warning message will appear and the machine will stop automatically if you start to sew a buttonhole without pulling down the buttonhole lever. Press the exit key and pull down the buttonhole lever to restart.

5 When buttonhole sewing is finished, push the buttonhole lever up as far as it will go.

6 Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the bartack at each end to prevent accidentally cutting threads. Cut the opening with the seam ripper. Use an eyelet puncher to open a keyhole buttonhole.

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Sensor BH Pull down BH Lever.

AUTO

NOTE: Make sure there is no gap between the slider and front stopper, otherwise the left and right lengths will be different.

X Pull down BH Lever.

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Automatic (square) buttonhole

Select pattern B2. Pull the button holder all the way out. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Insert the fabric under the foot. Press the up/down needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread through the hole of the foot. Insert the garment under the foot, and lower the needle at the starting point. Then lower the automatic buttonhole foot R.

NOTES: You do not need to pull down the buttonhole lever. If you wish to change the buttonhole width and stitch density press the adjust key. If you wish to sew a buttonhole longer than the size permitted by the automatic buttonhole foot R, use satin stitch foot F.

Step-1 Sew up the left side until the end of the buttonhole mark. Then press the reverse button.

Step-2 Depress the foot control. The machine will automatically tack and sew down the right side of the buttonhole. Stop the machine when you are directly opposite the starting point. Press the reverse button.

Step-3 Keep the foot control depressed. The machine will bartack, lock the stitches and automatically stop when the buttonhole is completed.

To make the next buttonhole, position the fabric and step down on the foot control.

To sew the next button hole in a different size press the exit key . The machine will sew another buttonhole identical to the first one each time you step down on the foot control.

NOTE: To cut the buttonhole opening, refer to the instructions on the previous page.

RStep 1 Sew to length required, then press " ".

RStep 2 Sew up to start position, then press " ".

RStep 3 Machine stops when BH is completed.

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Auto BH

AUTO

Pull Button Holder firmly.

Restart for the same size.

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Manual settings

Altering buttonhole width Press the adjust key and the manual setting window will open. Press the + key to increase the buttonhole width. Press the key to decrease the buttonhole width. Press the OK key to register the settings.

Altering buttonhole stitch density Press the+ key to make the buttonhole stitches less dense. Press the key to make the buttonhole stitches denser.

Corded buttonhole To sew the corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for the sensor buttonhole; refer to the instructions on pages 33.

Select the pattern B1.

With the Automatic buttonhole foot R raised, hook the filler cord on the spur on the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the ends of cord toward you under the buttonhole foot clearing the front end. Hook the ends of the filler cord into the Forks on the front of the automatic buttonhole foot R, to hold them tight.

1 Spur 2 Forks

Lower the needle into the garment where the buttonhole will start and lower the foot. Press the start/stop button or foot control to sew the buttonhole. Each side of the buttonhole and the bartacks will be sewn over the cord. The machine stops automatically when finished.

Remove the fabric from the machine and cut the sewing threads only. Pull the left end of the filler cord to tighten. Thread the end of the cord through a darning needle and draw it to the wrong side of the fabric and cut.

NOTES: Set the stitch width in accordance with the thickness of the cord used. To cut the buttonhole opening, refer to the instructions on page 33.

Adjust

5.0 0.45 3.4

OK

Default

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Darning The MC 11000 automatically darns rips and holes. Large and small holes can be mended quickly and easily with this unique stitch.

Select pattern B15.

1. Attach the automatic buttonhole foot R and pull the button holder all the way out.

To sew 2. Depress the foot control and sew to the required

length, then press the reverse button. The darning length has now been determined. Depress the foot control and continue sewing until the machine stops automatically.

3. Sew another layer of darning over the first layer, at a right angle to it.

NOTE: The maximum length of darning is 2 cm (3/4) and the maximum width is 0.7 cm (1/4).

To sew the same size darning Simply depress the foot control to sew another darning in the same size. To sew the next darn in a different size, press the exit key.

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

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Buttonholes(B)

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Darning

AUTO

Sew to length required, then press " ".

Adjust

5.0

4.2

OK

Default91

1

2 3

2 cm

0.7 cm

Restart for the same size.

Different size

X

() (+)

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Tacking Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed.

Select pattern B16 and attach the satin stitch foot F.

To sew Depress the foot control and sew to the required length, then press the reverse button. The tacking length has now been determined.

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 depress the foot control until the machine stops automatically.

To sew the next tack in a different size, press the exit key.

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Buttonholes(B)

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Tacking

AUTO

Sew to length required, then press " ".

Restart for the same size.

Different size

1.5 cm

X

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Fly stitches (B17 and B18) The fly stitch is a triangle tacking stitch for use at a zipper fly bottom and 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 bottom of the zipper fly. Sew the stitch until the machine stops automatically.

Eyelet The Eyelet is used for belt holes etc.

Select the pattern B19, B20 or B21 and attach the satin stitch foot F. Depress the foot control to sew. The machine will stop automatically when completed.

Open the eyelet with an awl, puncher or pointed scis- sors. To correct the shape of an eyelet: If the eyelet is open, press the key. If the eyelet overlaps, press the + key.

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Buttonholes(B)

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Tacking

AUTO

F

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Eyelet

AUTO

F

Adjust

S2 2.6

OK

Default

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Twin Needle Sewing Some of the utility stitches and decorative stitches can be sewn with the twin needle.

CAUTIONS: Turn the power switch off before changing the needle. Use the twin needle included in the standard accessories.

NOTE: When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew. Use the zigzag foot A or satin stitch foot F for twin needle sewing.

Insert the extra spool pin and spool supporter. Then put a felt cushion and spool on it. Draw both threads from the spools and pass them through the threading points from 1 to 5. Make sure that the two strands of thread from the spools do not get tangled.

NOTES: Make sure each thread winds off from the spools as shown. Threading from points 1 to 5 is the same as for a single needle.

Slip one of the threads through the needle bar thread guide on the left, and the other one on the right. Thread the needles from the front to back.

NOTES: The Automatic needle threader cannot be used for the twin needle. When changing the sewing direction, raise the needle and turn the fabric.

Select the pattern then press the twin needle key. If the selected pattern is not suitable for twin needle sewing, the twin needle key will gray out and be disabled.

After the twin needle sewing is finished, press the twin needle key and the warning message will appear. Press the OK key and replace the twin needle with a single needle.

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1/2 FDecorative

Pictograph(P)

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Decorative Stitches The patterns in this section are programmable and you can make a pattern combination.

Patchwork and quilting stitches (Q) There are 48 stitches in this group for patchwork, quilting and appliqu.

NOTE: Patterns Q1 to Q7 are not programmable.

Heirloom stitches (H) This group provides the heirloom stitches and cross stitches for craft sewing and home dcor.

Decorative satin stitches (S) The stitches in this group can be elongated up to 5 times of their original length while the stitch density remains the same.

To elongate the stitch, press the adjust key to open the manual setting window. Press the + key to increase the elongation ratio or press the key to decrease the elongation ratio. The stitch density and width can also be altered. Press the OK key to register the elongation ratio.

Decorative stitches (D) Some utility stitches are included as programmable stitches in this group. The number beside the stitch image on the straight stitch key indicates stitch counts of a programmable unit.

Pictograph stitches (P) There are 25 stitch patterns of seasonal motifs and cute designs for embellishing childrens wear.

1/3

X1 X2 X3 X4 X5

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Satin(S)

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1

1/2

FDecorative

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Cording

Use the cording foot H to sew over one or three strands of cording. Knitting yarns, embroidery flosses, lace threads and fine wool tarns can be used for cording.

Attach the cording foot H. Select pattern S2 for three strands cording.

NOTE: Pattern U9 (triple zigzag stitch) can also be used.

Insert three strands of cording under the spring on the foot. Make sure to pass each strand separately under the spring.

1 Spring

Pull 10 cm (4) of strands under the foot and to the rear. The grooves on the bottom of the foot will hold cording in place while stitching over the cording.

Sew carefully over the cording while guiding the strands parallel and even.

For a single strand cording, insert a strand into the center groove on the foot. Select pattern U4 (zigzag stitch) and adjust the stitch width in accordance to the thickness of the cording.

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Patchwork and Quilting (Q) There are 48 stitch patterns for patchwork and quilting in this group. Patterns Q1 to Q7 on the first page are special stitches for quilting, grouped together to make use of the drop feed option. The drop feed key is displayed in the pattern selection window, in place of the programming related keys.

Using the quilting guide bar The quilting guide bar is helpful when sewing parallel, evenly spaced rows of stitching. Two kinds of quilting guide bars are included in the standard accessories, one for use with the zigzag foot and the other is for even feed foot.

To attach the quilting guide bar for the zigzag foot: Loosen the screw on the back of the foot holder and insert the quilting bar into the hole of the foot holder.

Set the quilting guide bar at the desired spacing, and retighten the screw. Sew rows of stitching while tracing the previous row of stitching with the quilting guide bar.

To attach the quilting guide bar for the even feed foot: Push the quilting bar down into the slot on the plastic cover of the even feed foot.

Shift the quilting guide bar at the desired spacing.

Sew rows of stitching while tracing the previous row of stitching with the quilting guide bar.

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Quilting(Q)

62 5 7

A

1

Straight Stitch

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