Janome MOD-100 Instruction Manual

Instruction Book

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

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.

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)

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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
Presser Foot Lifter..........................................................	9
Changing the Presser Foot.............................................	9
Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder.......................	9
Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension.......................	10-11
Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog...............................	12
Needle Stop Position Setting........................................	12
Changing the Needle....................................................	13
Fabric and Needle Chart...............................................	13
Setting the Spool of Thread..........................................	14
Bobbin Winding.........................................................	14-16
Threading the Machine.................................................	17
Needle Threader...........................................................	18
Drawing up the Bobbin Thread.....................................	19
BASIC SEWING
Straight Stitch Sewing...................................................	20
Changing Sewing Direction..........................................	20
Turning Square Corners................................................	20
Sewing from the Edge of Thick Fabric..........................	21
Needle Plate..................................................................	21
Altering the Needle Drop Position.................................	22
Altering the Stitch length...............................................	22
Lock-a-matic Stitch.......................................................	23
Locking Stitch................................................................	23
Triple Stretch Stitch.......................................................	23
Stretch Stitch.................................................................	24
Saddle Stitch.................................................................	24
Zigzag Stitch.................................................................	25
Overcasting with Zigzag Stitch.....................................	26
Multiple Zigzag Stitch....................................................	26
Overedge Stitch............................................................	26
Knit Stitch......................................................................	27
Double Overedge Stitch................................................	27
Attaching Elastic...........................................................	27
Buttonholes...................................................................	28
Square Buttonhole...................................................	29-31
Round-end and Fine Fabric Buttonhole........................	32
Keyhole Buttonhole.......................................................	32
Stretch Buttonhole........................................................	32
Antique Buttonhole.......................................................	32
Corded Buttonhole........................................................	33
Welted Buttonhole....................................................	34-35
Darning Stitch...............................................................	36
Tacking..........................................................................	37
Eyelet............................................................................	38
Zipper Sewing..........................................................	39-41
Blind Hemming..............................................................	42
Button Sewing...............................................................	43
Gathering......................................................................	43

DECORATIVE STITCHING
Patchwork.....................................................................	44
Shelltuck.......................................................................	44
Applique........................................................................	45
Fringing.........................................................................	46
Drawn Work..................................................................	46
Cross Stitch...................................................................	47
Fagoting........................................................................	47
French Knots.................................................................	47
Scallop Stitch................................................................	48
Smocking......................................................................	48
Stippling Stitch..............................................................	49
Clasp Stitches...............................................................	49
Satin Stitches................................................................	49
Decorative Stitches.......................................................	50
Correcting Deformed Stitch Patterns............................	50
CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog.......................	51
Installing the Bobbin Holder..........................................	51
Problems and Warning Signals.....................................	52
Troubleshooting............................................................	53
Stitch Chart...................................................................	54

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NAMES OF PARTS

Names of Parts

q Upper thread guide

w Bobbin winding tension disk e Spool holder (large)

r Spool pin

t Hole for extra spool pin y Bobbin winder spindle u Bobbin winder stopper i LCD display

o Function keys

!0Speed control slider

!1Needle up/down button !2Auto-lock button !3Reverse button

!4Start/stop button

!5Extension table (Accessory box) !6Thread cutter

!7Face cover !8Thread tension dial !9Thread take-up lever @0Needle clamp screw @1Needle

@2Presser foot

@3Hook cover release button @4Hook cover plate @5Needle plate

@6Feed dogs @7Foot holder

@8Setscrew

@9Lever #0Buttonhole lever #1Needle threader #2Carrying handle #3Hole for stitch chart #4Free-arm

#5Drop feed lever #6Presser foot lifter #7Power inlet

#8Foot control jack

#9Power switch $0Ventilation openings $1Handwheel $2Feed balancing dial

NOTE:

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

NOTE:

Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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Standard Accessories

q Zigzag foot: A (set on the machine) w Zipper foot: E

e Satin stitch foot: F

r Automatic buttonhole foot: R

t Spool holder ( X 2) (large) (1 set on the machine) y Spool holder ( X 2) (small)

u Extra spool pin

i Bobbins ( X 4) (1 set on the machine) o Assorted needle set

!0Seam ripper (Buttonhole opener)

!1Lint brush

!2Screwdriver !3Stitch chart

!4Instruction book

!5Soft cover

!6Foot control !7Power cable*

Stitch Chart

Insert the stitch chart q into the chart holder w. Insert the pin e into the hole for the stitch chart r.

q Stitch chart w Chart holder e Pin

r Hole for stitch chart

You can flip the chart to the back of the machine when it is not in use.

*The power cable included may differ from the illustration.

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		GETTING READY TO SEW
q		Connecting the Power Supply
		Using the foot control
		Turn off the power switch.
		Insert the pin connector into the jack.
e		Insert the machine plug into the power inlet.
		Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
	w	Turn on the power switch.
		q Power switch
t		w Pin connector
		e Jack
r		r Machine plug
	u	t Power inlet
		y Power supply plug
	y	u Wall outlet
		The foot control sign will be displayed when the foot
		control is connected to the machine.

i Foot control sign

WARNING:

iWhile 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 cleaning the machine.

Do not place anything on the foot control.

Before Using Your Sewing Machine

Before using your sewing machine for the first time, place a scrap of fabric under the presser foot and run the machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any

oil which may appear.

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	Using the start/stop button
	Turn off the power switch.
	Insert the machine plug into the power inlet.
	Insert the power supply plug into the wall outlet.
w	Turn on the power switch.
	q Power switch
e	w Machine plug
	e Power inlet
	r Power supply plug
	t Wall outlet
t	y Start/Stop button

	NOTE:
	The start/stop button does not work when the foot
	control is connected.
r	Operating Instructions:
	The symbol “O” on the switch indicates the “off” position
	of the switch.
	Foot control model 21371 or YC-485EC-1 is used with
	this sewing machine.
	For the U.S.A and Canada only:
	For appliances with a 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.
y	If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
	install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any
	way.

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Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed control slider

Sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider according to your sewing needs.

To increase sewing speed, move the slider to the right. To decrease sewing speed, move the slider to the left.

Foot control

Depress the foot control to start the machine.

The further down you press on the foot control, the faster the machine runs.

The maximum sewing speed can be varied by the speed control slider.

Extension Table

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

Detaching the table

Pull the table away from the machine, as illustrated. q Extension table

Attaching the table

Slide the extension table along the free-arm and insert the guides into the holes until the table snaps into the machine.

w Free-arm e Guide r Hole

Accessory storage

Accessories are stored inside the extension table. t Accessory storage

Extra spool pin can be stored in the accessory storage. Insert the pin into to the hole.

Place the extra spool pin on the storage as shown.

Push the pin with your finger until it snaps. y Hole

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Free-arm Sewing

Free-arm is useful for sewing tubular garments and for darning knee or elbow areas.

q Free-arm

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				Machine Operating Buttons
				q Start/Stop button
				Press this button to start or stop the machine.
				The machine starts running slowly for the first few
				stitches, and it then runs at the speed set by the speed
				control slider.
				The machine runs slowly as long as this button is being
				pressed.
				NOTE:
		e r	t	The start/stop button cannot be used when the foot
				control is connected to the machine.
		w		w Reverse button
q				• When stitch pattern 00 , 03 , 06 , 07 , 08 or
				55 is selected;
				The machine will sew in reverse as long as the reverse
				button is pressed. Release the button to sew forward.
				When the machine is stopped and foot control is
				disconnected, the machine will sew in reverse slowly
				as long as the reverse button is pressed. Release the
				button to stop the machine.

•When any other stitches are selected;

If you press the reverse button when sewing any other patterns, the machine will immediately sew locking stitches and automatically stop.

NOTE:

There will be particular functions of the reverse button when pattern 01 , 02 , 25 or 26 is selected. Refer to page 23, 36 and 37 for instructions.

e Auto-lock button

•When stitch pattern 00 , 03, 06 , 07or 08 or 55 is selected;

Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch immediately. The machine will automatically stop.

•When any other stitches are selected;

Press the auto-lock button to sew a locking stitch at the end of current pattern. The machine will automatically stop.

r Needle up/down button

Press the needle up/down button to bring the needle up or down.

t Speed control slider

Maximum sewing speed can be adjusted with the speed control slider. Refer to page 6.

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LCD Display

The LCD display shows following information when the machine is turned on.

q Identification letter of the recommended foot w Stitch pattern number

e Cursors

r Stitch width t Stitch length

Function Keys

Mode key

Each time you press the mode key q, the cursor will shift and the mode will change in the following order:

(1)Pattern selection mode (first and second digits)

(2)Pattern selection mode (second digit)

(3)Stitch width adjustment mode

(4)Stitch length adjustment mode

Value set key

Press the value set keys w to alter the value above the cursor(s).

Press “+” to increase the value. Press “–” to decrease the value.

Selecting the patterns

(1)Pattern selection mode (first and second digits)

The cursors appear under the pattern number for both first and second digits.

The stitch pattern number will increase or decrease by 1 each time you press the value set keys w.

Change the stitch pattern number until the pattern number of the desired pattern is indicated.

Stitch pattern numbers and their stitch images are shown on the stitch chart.

(2)Pattern selection mode (second digit)

Press the mode key q.

The cursor appears under the second digit of the pattern number.

The stitch pattern number will increase or decrease by 10 each time you press the value set keys w.

(3)Stitch width adjustment mode

Press the mode key q.

The cursor appears under the stitch width value. To alter the stitch width, press the value set keys w.

(4)Stitch length adjustment mode

Press the mode key q.

The cursor appears under the stitch length value. To alter the stitch length, press the value set keys w.

Press the mode key q to return to the pattern selection mode (first and second digits).

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Presser Foot Lifter

The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot.

You can raise the foot about 1/4˝ (0.6 cm) higher than the normal up position for easy removal of the presser foot, or to help you place thick material under the foot.

q Presser foot lifter w Normal up position e Highest position

Changing the Presser Foot

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the foot. Always use the proper foot for the selected pattern. The wrong foot can cause the needle to break. Each foot is marked with an identification letter.

q Identification letter

Removing the presser foot

Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise. Raise the presser foot, and press the lever on the back of the foot holder.

Attaching the presser foot

Place the selected presser foot so that the pin on the foot lies just under the groove in the foot holder.

Lower the presser bar to lock the foot into the place. w Lever

e Groove r Pin

Removing and Attaching the Foot Holder

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before detaching or attaching foot holder.

Removing the foot holder

Remove the setscrew by turning it counterclockwise with a screwdriver.

Attaching the foot holder

Align the hole in the foot holder with the threaded hole in the presser bar.

Fit the setscrew into the hole.

Tighten the setscrew by turning it clockwise with the screwdriver.

q Setscrew w Foot holder e Hole

r Threaded hole

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Adjusting the Needle Thread Tension

Straight stitch balanced tension

The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two

q			layers of fabric, as illustrated (magnified to show detail).
			If you look at the top and bottom of the seam, notice that
			the stitches are evenly balanced.
			q Needle thread (top thread)
			w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
			e To loosen
	w		r To tighten
			When adjusting the needle thread tension, the higher the
			number, the tighter the top thread tension.
		e	Results depend on:
			- stiffness and thickness of the fabric
		r	- number of fabric layers
			- type of stitch

	r	t	Tension is too tight
			The bobbin thread shows through on the right side of the
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			fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a lower
			number to loosen the needle thread tension.
			q Needle thread (top thread)
			w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
			e To loosen tension
	w		r Right side (top side) of fabric
		e	t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

	Tension is too loose
t	The needle thread shows through on the wrong side of
r	the fabric, and the stitch feels bumpy. Turn the dial to a
q	higher number to tighten the needle thread tension.
	q Needle thread (top thread)
	w Bobbin thread (bottom thread)
	e To tighten tension
w	r Right side (top side) of fabric
	t Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric
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Zigzag stitch

For an ideal zigzag stitch, the bobbin thread does not show on the right side (top side) of the fabric, and the needle thread shows slightly on the wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric.

See the illustrations for the correct appearance.

To match this appearance, adjust the needle tension as necessary.

	q	w	Balanced tension
			Minimize the amount of needle thread visible on the
			wrong side (bottom side) of the fabric without causing
			excessive puckering, or causing the bobbin thread to
			show on the right side (top side) of the fabric.
			Results vary with fabric, thread and sewing conditions.
			q Right side (top side) of fabric
			w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

	q	w	Tension is too tight
			The corner of each zigzag pulls together on the right side
			of the fabric
			q Right side (top side) of fabric
			w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

	q	w	Tension is too loose
			The corner of each zigzag point pulls together on the
			wrong side of the fabric.
			q Right side (top side) of fabric
			w Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric

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Dropping or Raising the Feed Dog

The drop feed lever is located underneath the free arm bed on the back of the machine.

To drop the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow q.

To raise the feed dog, push the lever in the direction of the arrow w, as illustrated, and turn the handwheel toward you.

The feed dog must be up for normal sewing.

NOTE:

Set the stitch length value at the minimum when lowering the feed dog.

Needle Stop Position Setting

You can set the needle stop position to up or down when the machine stops.

To enter the needle stop position setting mode, turn the power off.

Press and hold the needle up/down button q, and turn the power switch on. Hold then needle up/down button until the needle stop position setting screen appears as shown.

The default setting is up and “uP” sign appears on the screen.

Press the needle up/down button q.

The “dn” sign appears and the needle stop position is set to down.

Press the START/STOP button w to apply the setting.

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	Fabric		Thread	Needle
		Lawn
		Georgette	Silk #80-100
	Fine	Tricot	Cotton #80-100	#9/65-11/75
		Organza	Synthetic #80-100
		Crepe
		Sheeting	Silk #50
	Medium	Jersey	Cotton #50-80	#11/75-14/90
		Broadcloth	Synthetic #50-80
		Fleece
		Denim	Silk #30-50
	Heavy	Tweed
			Cotton #40-50	#14/90-16/100
	weight	Coating
			Synthetic #40-50
		Quilting

NOTE:

3 x #14/90 needles are included in the envelop.

(Part No. 639804000).

Changing the Needle

CAUTION:

Turn OFF the power switch before changing the needle.

Raise the needle to its highest position by turning the handwheel counterclockwise, and lower the presser foot.

Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the needle from the needle clamp.

Insert a new needle into the needle clamp with the flat side to the rear. When inserting the needle into the needle clamp, push it up as far as it will go.

Tighten the needle clamp screw firmly by turning it clockwise.

q Needle clamp screw w Flat side

To see if the needle is in good condition, place the flat side of the needle onto something flat (needle plate, glass etc.). The gap between the needle and the flat surface should be consistent. Never use a bent or blunt needle. A damaged needle can cause permanent snags or runs in knits, fine silks and silk-like fabrics.

Fabric and Needle Chart

•For general sewing, use needle size 11/75 or 14/90.

•A fine thread and needle should be used for sewing lightweight fabrics, so the fabric will not be marred.

•Heavy fabrics require a needle large enough to pierce the fabric without fraying the needle thread.

•Always test the needle size on a small scrap of the fabric that will be used for actual sewing.

•In general, use the same thread for the needle and bobbin.

NOTE:

When sewing stretch fabrics, very fine fabrics and synthetics, use a blue tip needle (Part No. 990311000, sold separately). The blue tip needle effectively prevents skipped stitches.

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Setting the Spool of Thread

Horizontal spool pin

Lift up the spool pin. Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.

Attach the large spool holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread so that the spool rests on the supporter.

q Spool pin

w Spool of thread e Large spool holder r Supporter

The small spool holder is used with narrow or small spools of thread.

t Small spool holder

Extra spool pin

The extra spool pin is for winding bobbins without unthreading the machine.

Insert the extra spool pin into the hole.

The extra spool pin should point to the bobbin winder tension disk.

Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread around the bobbin winding tension disk as shown.

y Extra spool pin

u Hole for extra spool pin

i Bobbin winder tension disk

Bobbin Winding

Removing the bobbin

Gently slide the hook cover release button to the right and remove the hook cover plate.

Lift out the bobbin.

q Hook cover release button w Hook cover plate

e Bobbin

NOTE:

Use the “J” plastic bobbins for horizontal hook (marked with “J” r). Using other bobbins, such as pre-wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching problems and/ or damage to the bobbin holder.

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Winding the bobbin

NOTE:

Set the speed control slider at its fastest position for bobbin winding.

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z	z Draw the thread from the spool and pass the thread
	around the bobbin winding tension disk.
	q Bobbin winding tension disk

x Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside x c to the outside.

c Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle.

v		v Push the bobbin to the right.
	w	The bobbin icon appears on the LCD display.
		w Bobbin icon

b	b With the free end of the thread held in your hand, start
	the machine. Stop the machine when it has wound a
	few layers, and then cut the thread close to the hole in
	the bobbin.

n m	n Start the machine. When the bobbin is fully wound, it
	will stop spinning automatically.
	Stop the machine and return the bobbin winder to its
	original position by moving the spindle to the left.
	m Remove the bobbin. Cut the thread as shown.
	Return the speed control slider position.

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		Inserting the bobbin
	z	CAUTION:
		Turn OFF the power switch before inserting the bobbin
		and threading the bobbin holder.
		z Place a bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread
		running off counterclockwise.
		q End of thread
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	x	x Guide the thread into the first notch w on the front
		side of the bobbin holder.
		w Notch

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

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v Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into the second notch e. Pull out about 6˝ (15

cm) of thread. e Notch

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b Attach the hook cover plate. Check the threading by

referring to the diagram r shown on the hook cover

plate.

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