Janome Hello Kitty 13512, Hello Kitty 14412 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.

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

DANGER

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.

Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb. Replace bulb with same type

rated 15 Watts.

WARNING

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.

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To reduce the risk of burns, ﬁre, electric shock, or injury to persons:

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 this 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)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION I. ESSENTIAL PARTS

Name of Parts ..................................................... 2

Extension Table ................................................... 3

Free Arm Sewing ................................................. 3

Standard Accessories ......................................... 3

Accessories Storage Box ....................................3

SECTION II. GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Machine to the Power Supply ..... 4

Controlling Sewing Speed ................................... 4

Presser Foot Lifter ............................................... 5

Changing Presser Foot ....................................... 5

To Attach and Remove the Foot Holder .............. 5

Changing Needles ............................................... 6

To check the needle ............................................. 6

Thread and Needle Chart .................................... 6

Setting Spool Pins ............................................... 7

Removing or Inserting the Bobbin Case .............. 7

Winding the Bobbin ............................................. 8

Threading Bobbin Case ....................................... 8

Threading the Machine ........................................ 9

Drawing Up Bobbin Thread ............................... 10

Thread Tension Dial ........................................... 10

Stitch Selector Dial ............................................ 11

Stitch Length Dial .............................................. 11

Reverse Stitch Button ........................................ 12

Darning Plate ..................................................... 12

SECTION V. DECORATIVE STITCHING

Shell Tuck .......................................................... 20

Smocking ........................................................... 20

Applique ............................................................. 21

Stretch Stitch Patterns ....................................... 21

SECTION VI. TAKING CARE OF YOUR MACHINE

Cleaning the Bobbin Case and the Hook .......... 22

Dismantling Shuttle Race Unit .......................... 22

Assembling Shuttle Race Unit ........................... 22

Cleaning the Feed Dog ......................................22

Sewing Light ...................................................... 23

Troubleshooting ................................................. 24

SECTION III. BASIC SEWING

Straight Stitch Sewing .......................................13

Seam Guide Lines ............................................. 14

Turning a Square Corner ................................... 14

Zigzag Stitching ................................................. 14

SECTION IV. UTILITY STITCHING

Tricot Stitch ........................................................ 15

Knit Stitch .......................................................... 15

Straight Stretch .................................................. 16

Rick-rack Stretch ...............................................16

Sewing Buttons ..................................................17

Buttonhole ......................................................... 18

Zipper Application .............................................. 19

Blind Hem Stitch ................................................ 19

SECTION I. ESSENTIAL PARTS

Name of Parts

Reverse stitch button

Pattern selector dial

Stitch length dial

Bobbin winder stopper

Bobbin winder spindle

Spool pins

Bobbin winder thread guide

Thread guide

Thread take-up lever

Thread tension dial

Face cover

Needle plate

Extension table

Presser foot holder

Needle clamp

Needle

Presser foot

Carrying handle

Handwheel

Power switch

Machine socket

Free arm

Presser foot lifter

Foot control

NOTE:

To carry the sewing machine, hold the carrying handle with your hand, and support the sewing machine with the other hand.

NOTE:

Sewing machine design and speciﬁcations are subject to change without prior notice.

Extension Table

The extension table provides added sewing surface and can be easily removed for free arm sewing.

Detaching the table:

Pull the table away from the machine.

Free Arm Sewing

Avoid fabric bunching around the needle when bartacking to reinforce pockets, plackets and waistlines. For stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs or any circular garment area. For darning socks or mending knees, elbows or areas of wear in children's clothes.

Standard Accessories

Bobbins

Seam ripper/ Buttonhole opener

Needle set

Sliding buttonhole foot

Blind hem foot

Zipper foot

Darning plate

Accessories Storage Box

Sewing accessories are conveniently located in the extension table.

q Accessories storage box

q e

SECTION II. GETTING READY TO SEW

Connecting the Machine to the Power Supply

z Turn off the power switch. x Insert the machine plug into the machine

socket.

c Insert the power supply plug into the outlet. v Turn on the power switch to turn on the power

and sewing light.

q Power supply plug w Power switch e Outlet r Machine socket t Machine plug

CAUTION:

Before connecting the power cord, make sure the voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform to your electrical power.

NOTE:

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 from the power supply: – when leaving the machine unattended. – when attaching or removing parts. – when clearning the machine. Do not place anything on the foot control, otherwise the machine will run inadvertently.

Operating Instructions (for the U.S.A and Canada only)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of an electric shock, this plug is intended to ﬁt in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not ﬁt 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. Foot Controller Model KD-1902, YC-482J-EC or TJC-150 is used with this machine.

Controlling Sewing Speed

Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control. The harder you press on the foot control, the faster the machine runs.

Presser Foot Lifter

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers your presser foot. You can raise it about 0.6 cm (1/4˝) higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot or to help you to place heavy fabric under the foot. q Lowest position w Normal up position e Highest position

Changing Presser Foot

q Presser foot w Groove e Pin

CAUTION: When attaching or removing presser foot, turn OFF the power switch.

•Toremove

Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the

needle bar to its highest position.

Raise the presser foot. Push the toe of the presser foot q to snap it off

the foot holder.

•Toattach

Place the presser foot so that the pin e on the

foot lines up directly below the groove

w of the

foot holder. Lower the foot holder to lock the foot in place.

To Attach and Remove the Foot Holder

q Thumb screw w Foot holder e Presser bar

•Toremove

Remove the thumb screw q by turning it counterclockwise with a screwdriver.

•Toattach

Match the hole in the foot holder w with the threaded hole in the presser bar e. Fit the thumb screw q into the hole. Tighten the screw q by turning it clockwise with screwdriver.

Changing Needles

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you and lower the presser foot. z Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it

counterclockwise.

Remove the needle from the clamp. x Insert the new needle into the clamp with the

ﬂat side away from you.

When inserting the needle into the clamp, push

it up as far as it will go and tighten the clamp screw ﬁrmly with the screwdriver.

To check the needle

Place the ﬂat side of the needle on something ﬂat (needle plate, glass etc.). The clearance between the needle and ﬂat surface should be consistent. Never use a bent or blunt needle.

Thread and Needle Chart

* In general, ﬁne threads and needles are used

for sewing thin fabrics, and thicker threads and needles are used for sewing heavy fabrics.

* Always test thread and needle size on a small

piece of the fabric which will be used for actual

sewing. * Use the same thread for needle and bobbin. * When sewing stretch, very ﬁne fabrics and

synthetics,use a BLUE TIPPED needle. The blue tipped needle effectively prevents

skipped stitches.

Light weight

Medium weight

Heavy weight

Fabrics Thread

Crepe de Chine, Voile, Fine Silk 9 Lawn, Organdy, Fine Cotton or

Georgette, Tricot Fine Cotton Covered Polyester

Linens, Cotton, Piqué, 50 silk 11 Serge, Double Knits, Percale 50 to 60 Synthetic Cotton Covered Polyester

Denim, Tweed, 50 silk 14 Gabardine, or Suiting, Drapery and 40 to 50 Cotton 16 Upholstery Fabric 40 to 50 Synthetic Cotton Covered Polyester

Fine Synthetic 11

50 to 80 Cotton or

Needle Size

Setting Spool Pins

The spool pins are used for holding the spool of thread in order to feed thread to the machine. To use, pull up the spool pin. Push down for storage.

Removing or Inserting the Bobbin Case

Open the hook cover. q Hook cover

Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you. Take out the bobbin case by holding the latch.

Latch

When inserting the bobbin case, place the horn into the recess of the hook race.

e Horn

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