Janome Memory Craft 11000 Instruction Manual

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 supervision.

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 examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate this sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings 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 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 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The design and specifications are subject to change without a prior notice.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

15 16

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

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)

567

Standard Accessories and Storage

The embroidery hoops, foot control, power supply cord,

knee lifter etc. can be conveniently stored in the hard cover.

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)

The extensiontable provides a handy compartment for

storing various accessories.

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

Extension Table

The extension table provides an extended sewing area

and can be removed for free arm sewing.

1 Extension table

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.

2 Fillet

NOTE:

Be sure to attach the fillet for flat bed sewing.

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.

1 Foot control cord

2 Pin connector

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.

Machine Operating Buttons

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 .

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.

(A)

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).

(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.

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).

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, release 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.

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.

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.

Fabrics and needle chart

Weight

Very Light

Light

Medium

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

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.

Type of Needle

Universal, Ball Point

Blue Tipped Needle Universal

Blue Tipped Needle, Ball Point

Wedge Point Leather Needle

Universal

Ball Point

Wedge Point Leather Needle

Needle Size

9 (65)

11 (75) 11 (75), 12 (80)

11 (75)

14 (90)

Heavy

Very Heavy

Denim, Sailcloth, Ticking

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

Leather, Suede

Canvas, Duck, Upholstery Fabrics

Topstitching for Special Finish

Denim Needle

Universal

Wedge Point Leather Needle

Universal

Topstitching Needle

16 (100)

16 (100), 18 (110)

16 (100)

14 (90)

Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser

foot.

1 Presser foot lifter

You can raise the presser foot about 6 mm (1/4")

higher than the normal up position by exerting more

pressure when lifting the presser foot lifter. 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.

1 Knee lifter

2 Knee lifter socket

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.

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 appliqué, cutwork, drawn

work, basting and embroidery.

Set the dial at “1” when sewing extra fine fabrics.

Utility(U)

Straight Stitch

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.

SET1

10 mim

SET1

10mm

Auto

Remaining Bobbin Thread

Grid Line

Grid Size

Utility(U)

Straight Stitch

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.

SET1

Auto Tension

Rem ing Bobbin Thread

SET1

Remaining Bobbin Thread

Screen Contrast

Sewing Light

Eco Mode

10 mim

Screen Saver

Auto

Feed Dog

Thread Cut after Auto-Lock

Auto Tension

Auto

Grid Line

1 Common setting mode

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

off

2 Ordinary sewing setting mode

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

off

3 Embroidery setting mode

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

off

Language

Grid Size

Language Selection

10mm

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.

SET1

10 mim

Screen Contrast

Common settings

Sewing Light

Eco Mode

10 mim

Screen Saver

off

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.

1 Screen contrast

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.

SET2

inch

inch/mm

1 Inch/mm options

You can set your machine's measuring unit to either

inch or millimeter by pressing the “inch” or “mm” key.

Touch Screen Calibration

Format Built-in Memory

ATA PC Card

Yes

The default unit setting is millimeter.

(A)

USB Memory

Reset all to defaults

Touch Screen Calibration PRESS MARK (+).

Format Memory? All the stored data will be erased.

(B)

Built-in

Yes

Touch Screen Calibration END

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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SET1

Auto Tension

Auto

Ordinary sewing mode settings

1 Auto thread tension

The auto thread tension level can be adjusted with the

Rem ing Bobbin Thread

“+” or “–“ key.

Feed Dog

Thread Cut after Auto-Lock

off

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

SET2

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5 Color options

You can select blue, pink or green for the screen

background and pattern selection key by pressing the

or key.

SET1

10mm

Auto

Remaining Bobbin Thread

Grid Line

Grid Size

Auto Tension

Auto

Grid Line

off

Remaining Bobbin Thread

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.

Grid Size

10mm

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.

SET2

Maximum speed setting

600spm

Color Change Thread Cut Manual or Auto

Stop

Thread selection

Janome

RobisonAnton

Color Control

Thread Cut

Madeira

Mettler

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 automatically 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.

Language

Language Selection

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

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Winding the bobbin

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Threading the machine

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Auto needle threader

Sensor Buttonholes

Adjusting patterns

Changing needles

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Embroidery settings

Auto Needle Threader

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Winding the bobbin

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Threading the machine

㻃 Sensor Buttonholes

㻃㻃㻃㻃Adjusting patterns

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Embroidery settings

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.

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Auto needle threader

Auto Needle Threader

㻃Changing needles

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.

Auto Needle Threader

L.S

Utility(U)

Straight Stitch

ORDINARY SEWING MODE

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

Buttonholes(B)

Sensor BH Pull down BH Lever.

AUTO

17 18 19 20 21

Monogram

Block

A B C D E F G H

IJKLMNOP

QRSTUVWX

YZ . &01

2 4567893

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Quilting(Q)

Straight Stitch

Seaming

Zipper

Tacking

Overedge

Gathering

Applique

Blind Hem

Basting

Patchwork

Rolled Hem

Button

Quilting

Quick Reference

1 2 3

Utility(U)

Quilting(Q)

Buttonholes(B)

Quilting(Q)

1/4

Quilting(Q)

5 6

A Z

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.

Utility(U)

Straight Stitch

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.

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.

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.

Utility(U)

Straight Stitch

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.

Adjust

Press the “+” key to move the needle drop position to

the right.

Press the “–” key to move the needle drop position to

3.5

2.20

4.2

Default

the left.

Press the “+” or “–“ key in the middle to alter the stitch

length.

0.0

3.5

Adjust

7.0

3.5

2.20

4.2

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.

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