Janome MOD-200 User manual

Instruction Book

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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. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
2. 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.
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 examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. 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.
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 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
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)
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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
NAMES OF PARTS
Names of Parts............................................................... 3
Standard Accessories .................................................... 4
Stitch Chart..................................................................... 4
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply........................................ 5
Before Using Your Sewing Machine............................... 5
Operating Instructions:................................................... 5
Controlling Sewing Speed.............................................. 6
Extension Table.............................................................. 6
Free-arm Sewing............................................................ 7
Machine Operating Buttons............................................ 7
LCD Display.................................................................... 8
Function Keys................................................................. 8
Selecting the Stitch Patterns.......................................... 8
Stitch width adjusting key............................................... 9
Stitch length adjusting key.............................................. 9
Memory key.................................................................... 9
Clear key ........................................................................ 9
Presser Foot Lifter........................................................ 10
Changing the Presser Foot .......................................... 10
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder .................... 10
Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension ...................... 11-12
Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog............................... 13
Needle Stop Position Setting ....................................... 13
Changing the Needle.................................................... 14
Fabric and Needle Chart .............................................. 14
Setting the Spool of Thread ......................................... 15
Bobbin Winding ........................................................15-17
Threading the Machine................................................. 18
Needle Threader .......................................................... 19
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread..................................... 20
BASIC SEWING
Straight Stitch Sewing.................................................. 21
Changing Sewing Direction.......................................... 21
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric ......................... 21
Using Seam Guides ..................................................... 22
Turning Square Corners ............................................... 22
Altering the Needle Drop Position ................................ 23
Altering the Stitch Length ............................................. 23
Lock-a-matic Stitch....................................................... 24
Locking Stitch............................................................... 24
Triple Stretch Stitch ...................................................... 24
Stretch Stitch................................................................ 25
Sculpture Stitches ........................................................ 25
Zigzag Stitch................................................................. 26
Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch..................................... 27
Multiple Zigzag Stitch................................................... 27
Overedge Stitch............................................................ 27
Knit Stitch ..................................................................... 28
Double Overedge Stitch............................................... 28
Attaching Elastic........................................................... 28
Buttonholes .................................................................. 29
Square Buttonhole...................................................30-32
Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole ....................... 33
Keyhole Buttonholes .................................................... 33
Stretch Buttonhole and Antique Buttonhole................. 33
Knit Buttonhole............................................................. 33
Corded Buttonhole ....................................................... 34
Welted Buttonhole...................................................35-36
Darning Stitch............................................................... 37
Tacking......................................................................... 38
Eyelet............................................................................ 39
Zipper Sewing .........................................................40-42
Blind Hemming ............................................................. 43
Button Sewing .............................................................. 44
Gathering...................................................................... 44
DECORATIVE STITCHING
Patchwork..................................................................... 45
Shelltuck....................................................................... 45
Applique ....................................................................... 46
Pintucking..................................................................... 46
Fringing......................................................................... 47
Drawn Work.................................................................. 47
Cross Stitch.................................................................. 48
Fagoting........................................................................ 48
French Knots and Candlewick Knots ........................... 48
Scallop Stitch ............................................................... 49
Smocking...................................................................... 49
Stippling Stitch.............................................................. 50
Clasp Stitches .............................................................. 50
Satin Stitches ............................................................... 50
Decorative Stitches ...................................................... 51
PROGRAMMING PATTERNS AND LETTERS
Programming the Auto-lock Stitch................................ 52
Programming the Pattern Combination........................ 53
Deleting or Inserting a Pattern (letter).......................... 54
Inserting Space between Patterns ............................... 54
Programming Letters.................................................... 55
Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns ........................... 55
CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog ...................... 56
Installing the Bobbin Holder ......................................... 56
Problems and Warning Signals .................................... 57
Troubleshooting............................................................ 58
Stitch Chart..............................................................59-60

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NAMES OF PARTS
Names of Parts
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NOTE:
Design and specifications are subject to change
without prior notice.
Upper thread guide
Bobbin winding tension disk
Spool holder (large)
Spool pin
Hole for extra spool pin
Bobbin winder spindle
Bobbin winder stopper
LCD display
Function keys
Speed control slider
Needle up/down button
Auto-lock button
Reverse button
Start/stop button
Extension table (Accessory box)
Thread cutter
Face cover
Thread tension dial
Thread take-up lever
Lower thread guide
Needle clamp screw
Needle
Presser foot
Hook cover release button
Hook cover plate
Needle plate
Feed dogs
Foot holder
Setscrew
Lever
Buttonhole lever
Needle threader
Carrying handle
Hole for stitch chart
Free-arm
Drop feed lever
Presser foot lifter
Power inlet
Foot control jack
Power switch
Ventilation openings
Handwheel
Feed balancing dial
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