JANOME DC3050 User Manual
INSTRUCTION BOOK
*Please Note: This version is only a partial manual. Visit your local
Janome Dealer for a full version.
Model DC 3050
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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. 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.
2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12 Volts,
5 Watts.
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.
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
The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.
KNOW YOUR MACHINE
Name of Parts ........................................................... 2
Standard Accessories ............................................... 3
Extension table.......................................................... 3
GETTING READY TO SEW
Connecting the Power Supply .................................. 4
Controlling Sewing Speed ........................................ 4
Speed control slider ................................................ 4
Foot control............................................................. 4
Function Buttons and Keys....................................... 5
Reverse button ....................................................... 5
Auto-Lock button..................................................... 5
Up/Down needle button .......................................... 5
Mode key ................................................................ 6
Direct pattern selection........................................... 6
Dropping the Feed Dog ............................................ 7
Changing the Presser Foot....................................... 7
Detaching and Attaching the Foot Holder................. 7
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot ................... 8
Balancing Thread Tension ........................................ 8
Auto tension............................................................ 8
Manual tension adjustment..................................... 8
Changing Needles .................................................... 9
Winding the Bobbin................................................. 10
Removing the bobbin............................................ 10
Setting the spool of thread.................................... 10
Additional spool pin............................................... 10
Threading for bobbin winding ............................... 10
Inserting the bobbin ...............................................11
Threading the Machine ........................................... 12
Built-in Needle Threader......................................... 13
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread .............................. 13
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KNOW YOUR MACHINE
Name of Parts
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1. Direct pattern selection buttons
2. Mode selection button
3. Plus (+) button
4. Minus (–) button
5. Indicator window
6. Spool holder (large)
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7. Spool pin
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8. Bobbin winding thread guide
9. Thread guide
10. Thread take-up lever
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11.Tension regulating dial
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12. Face plate
13. Thread cutter
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14. Needle threader
15. Needle plate
16. Extension table (accessory storage)
17. Hook cover plate
18. Hook cover plate release button
19. Stitch balance adjusting dial
20. Reverse button
21. Auto-lock button
22. Up/down needle button
23. Speed control slider
24. Needle clamp screw
25. Needle
26. Zigzag foot A
27. Foot holder
28. Carrying handle
29. Bobbin winder spindle
30. Bobbin winder stopper
31. Hand wheel
32. Power switch
33. Machine sockets
34. Drop-feed lever
35. Free arm
36. Buttonhole lever
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37. Presser foot lifter
38. Hole for additional spool pin
39. Power supply cord
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40. Instruction book
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Standard Accessories
The standard accessories are stored in the
extension table.
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1. Zipper Foot E
2. Satin Stitch Foot F
3. Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
4. Screwdriver
5. Bobbins
6. Set of Needles
7. Seam Ripper
8. Additional spool pin
9. Spool Holder (Large)
10. Spool Holder (Small)
11. Spool stand
12. Felt
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Extension table
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The extension table provides an added sewing
surface and can be easily removed for free arm
sewing.
• Detaching extension table
Pull the table away from the machine, as
illustrated.
• Free arm sewing
Free arm sewing is useful for darning socks or
mending knees, elbows or areas of wear in
children’s clothes.
• Attaching extension table
Push the extension table until it snaps into the
machine.
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Projection
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Hole
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