Janome 525S User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Michael PhillipsJul 29, 2025
Why does the needle thread break on my Janome Sewing Machine?
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  colemancharlesJul 29, 2025
  The needle thread may break on your Janome Sewing Machine due to several reasons: * The needle thread might not be threaded properly. * The needle thread tension could be too tight. * The needle might be bent or blunt. * The needle might be incorrectly inserted. * The needle thread and the bobbin thread might not be drawn to the rear and set properly under the presser foot when starting sewing. * The fabric might not be drawn to the rear when sewing is finished. * The thread might be too heavy or too fine for the needle.
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Laura KellyAug 2, 2025
Why am I getting skipped stitches with my Janome Sewing Machine?
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  Susan BairdAug 2, 2025
  Skipped stitches on your Janome Sewing Machine can occur because: * The needle is incorrectly inserted. * The needle is bent or blunt. * The needle and/or thread are not suitable for the fabric being sewn. * A blue tip needle is not used for sewing stretch, very fine fabrics and synthetics. * The needle thread is not threaded properly. * A poor quality needle is used; consider replacing the needle.
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Michael FernandezAug 6, 2025
Why does the bobbin thread keep breaking on my Janome Sewing Machine?
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  Jaime WoodAug 6, 2025
  The bobbin thread on your Janome Sewing Machine may break if: * The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder. * Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. * The bobbin is damaged and does not turn smoothly; replace the bobbin. * The thread is wound loosely on the bobbin; re-wind the bobbin.
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Michael MooreAug 11, 2025
Why is my Janome 525S Sewing Machine so noisy?
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  Sandra RushAug 11, 2025
  Noisy operation of your Janome Sewing Machine may be caused by: * The feed dog being packed with lint. * Lint having collected in the bobbin holder.
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Miss Karen WallaceAug 15, 2025
Why is there seam puckering when I sew with my Janome 525S?
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  ihorneAug 15, 2025
  Seam puckering on your Janome Sewing Machine can occur if: * The needle thread tension is too tight. * The needle thread is not threaded properly. * The needle is too heavy for the fabric being sewn. * The stitch length is too long for the fabric; try making the stitch shorter. * A stabilizer may be needed for very fine fabrics.
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Shawn HowardAug 19, 2025
What to do if the cloth is not feeding smoothly on my Janome Sewing Machine?
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  Scott WolfAug 19, 2025
  If the cloth is not fed smoothly through your Janome Sewing Machine, it could be due to: * The feed dog being packed with lint. * The stitches being too fine; try making the stitch longer. * The feed dog not being raised after being lowered. * The foot pressure not being adjusted properly.
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Frances JohnsonAug 25, 2025
Why is the needle thread looping on my Janome 525S?
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  Jeffrey MckayAug 25, 2025
  The needle thread on your Janome Sewing Machine may loop if: * The needle thread tension is too loose. * The needle size is not suitable for the thread.

Janome 525S Specifications

General

Buttonhole	1-step
Needle Threader	Yes
Drop Feed	Yes
Free Arm	Yes
Maximum Stitch Width	5 mm
Maximum Stitch Length	4 mm
Type	Mechanical
Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure	Yes
Presser Feet	Buttonhole Foot, Zipper Foot
Stitch Selection	25 Built-In Stitches