Janome US2004 Instruction Manual
Janome US2004
Instruction Manual
MODEL US-2004
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Do’s and Don’ts
1. Always be aware of the up-and-down movement of the needle and do not turn your attention
from the machine while it is running.
2.When leaving the sewing machine unattended, the main switch of the machine must be
switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.
3.When servicing the sewing machine, or when removing covers or changing lamps, the
machine or the electrical set must be disconnected from the supply by removing the plug
from the socket/outlet.
4. Do not place anything on the foot control, otherwise the machine will start inadvertently, or
the control or motor may burn out.
5.The maximum permissible power for the sewing lamp bulb is 15 watts.
6.When using your sewing machine for the first time, place a piece of waste fabric under the
presser foot and run the machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any oil which
may have appeared.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Your sewing machine is designed and constructed only for HOUSEHOLD use.
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
D ANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this appliance from
the electric outlet immediately after using and befor cleaning.
2. Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts.
3. Do not reach for the appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug immediately.
4. Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink. Do not place in or
drop into water or other liquid.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of bur ns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near
children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance 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 the appliance to the nearest authorized
dealer or service center for examination, repair, electr ical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air opening blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the 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 adminis-
tered.
8. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("0") 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 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 ("0") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as thread-
ing needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.
15. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I ESSENTIAL PARTS
Names of Parts .................................................................................................................................................. 4
SECTION II GETTING READY TO SEW
Extension Table ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Standard Accessories and Storage Place ........................................................................................................ 5
Connecting the Machine to the Power Supply.................................................................................................. 6
Foot Control ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Sewing Light....................................................................................................................................................... 7
To Remove and Attach the Presser Foot ......................................................................................................... 7
Changing Needle ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Thread and Needle Chart .................................................................................................................................. 8
Setting Spool Pins.............................................................................................................................................. 9
Removing or Inserting the Bobbin Case ........................................................................................................... 9
Winding the Bobbin.......................................................................................................................................... 10
Threading Bobbin Case ................................................................................................................................... 11
Threading the Machine .................................................................................................................................... 12
Drawing Up Bobbin Thread ............................................................................................................................. 13
Balancing Needle Thread Tension .................................................................................................................. 14
Pattern Selector Dial........................................................................................................................................ 15
Reverse Stitch Button...................................................................................................................................... 16
Dropping the Feed Dog ................................................................................................................................... 16
SECTION III BASIC SEWING
Straight Stitch Sewing ...................................................................................................................................... 17
To Change Sewing Direction........................................................................................................................... 17
Using the Seam Guides on the Needle Plate ................................................................................................. 18
Turning Square Corners .................................................................................................................................. 18
Zigzag Stitching ............................................................................................................................................... 19
SECTION IV UTILITY STITCHING
Overcasting ...................................................................................................................................................... 19
Multiple zigzag ................................................................................................................................................. 20
Attaching Buttons............................................................................................................................................. 21
Buttonhole ........................................................................................................................................................ 22
Corded Buttonhole ........................................................................................................................................... 23
Zipper Sewing .................................................................................................................................................. 24
Blind Stitch Hemming ...................................................................................................................................... 25
Rolled Hem....................................................................................................................................................... 26
SECTION V CARE OF YOUR MACHINE
Dismantling and Assembling Hook Race........................................................................................................ 27
Cleaning the Feed Dogs .................................................................................................................................. 28
Oiling the Machine ........................................................................................................................................... 28
Trouble Shooting.............................................................................................................................................. 29
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SECTION I ESSENTIAL PARTS
Name of Parts
1 Reverse stitch button
2 Pattern selector dial
3 Bobbin winder stopper
4 Bobbin winder spindle
5 Spool pins
6 Bobbin winder thread guide
7 Thread guide
8 Thread take-up lever
9 Thread tension dial
10 Face plate
11 Thread cutter
12 Presser foot holder
13 Needle plate
14 Extension table
15 Carrying handle
16 Handwheel
17 Power switch
18 Machine socket
19 Needle clamp screw
20 Free arm
21 Presser foot lifter
1
2
3
4
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12
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14
15
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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, as illustrated.
Attaching the table:
Push the extension table until it snaps into the
machine.
Advantages and uses of free arm sewing:
* Avoid fabric bunching around the needle when
bartacking to reinforce pockets, plackets and
waistlines.
* For stitching sleeves, waistbands, pants legs or
any circular garment area.
* For darning socks or mending knees, elbows or
areas of wear in children's clothes.
Standard Accessories and Storage Place
1 Zipper foot
2 Hemmer foot
3 Sliding buttonhole foot
4 Hem guide
5 Seam ripper
6 Large screwdriver
7 Small screwdriver
8 Set of needles
9 Bobbins
10 Oil
11 Extension table
SECTION II GETTING READY TO SEW
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4
5
6
7
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Connecting the Machine to the Power Supply
Before connecting the power cord, mark sure the
voltage and frequency shown on the machine conform
to your electrical power.
1. Turn off the power switch 2.
2. Insert the machine plug 5 into the machine socket 4
.
3. Insert the power supply plug 1 into the outlet 3 .
4. Turn on the power switch 2 to turn on the power
and sewing light.
Foot control
Sewing speed can be varied by the foot control.
The harder you press on the control, the faster the
machine runs.
1 Power supply plug
2 Power switch
3 Outlet
4 Machine socket
5 Machine plug
6 Foot control
3
1
2
4
5
6
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Sewing Light
The sewing light is located behind the face plate.
To change the bulb, take the face plate off the sewing
machine by removing the set screw.
* Unolug the power supply before changing the bulb.
(A) To remove ........... Turn to th e left.
To replace...........T ur n t o th e r ig ht .
(B) To remove ........... Push and twist to the left.
To replace...........Push and twist to the right.
To Remove and Attach the Presser Foot
To remove
Turn the handwheel toward you to raise the needle to
its highest position.
Raise the presser foot.
Press the lever on the back of the foot holder.
The presser foot will drop off.
To attach
Place the presser foot so the pin on the foot lies just
under the groove of the foot holder.
Lower the foot holder to lock the foot in place.
(A)
(B)
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Changing Needle
Raise the needle by turning the handwheel toward you
and lower the presser foot.
Loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it
counterclockwise.
Remove the needle from the clamp.
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.
* Check your needles frequently for barbed or
blunted points. Snags and runs in knits, fine silks
and silk-like fabrics are permanent and are almost
always caused by a damaged needle.
Thread and Needle Chart
Fabrics Thread
Needle Size
Crepe de Chine, Voile, Fine Silk` 9
Lawn, Organdy, Fine Cotton or
Georgette,
Fine Synthetic 11
Tricot Fine Cotton
Covered
Polyester
Linens, Cotton, Pique, 50 silk 11
Serge, Double Knits,
50 to 80 Cotton or
Percale 50 to 60
14
Synthetic
Cotton Covered
Polyester
Denim, Tweed, 50 silk 14
Gabardine,
Coating, Drapery and 40 to 50 Cotton
or
Upholstery Fabric 40 to 50 16
Synthetic
Cotton Covered
Polyester
Light
weight
Medium
weight
Heavy
weight
* In general, fine thread 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 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.
* When sewing very fine fabrics, sew over a piece of
paper to prevent yarn distortion.
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