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Janome Memory craft 9900 User Manual

Janome Memory craft 9900
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MC9900 Owners Manual/ User Guide

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Janome Memory craft 9900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandJanome
ModelMemory craft 9900
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

DANGER—Electric Shock Risk

Warning to reduce the risk of electric shock by not leaving the appliance unattended when plugged in.

WARNING—Burn, Fire, Electric Shock, or Injury Risk

Precautions to reduce risks of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons during use.

Getting Ready to Sew

Names of Parts

Identifies and labels all the main parts of the sewing machine.

Standard Accessories

Lists and illustrates all the standard accessories included with the sewing machine.

Extension Table

Details on attaching and removing the extension table for a larger sewing area.

Changeable Frame

Instructions on how to replace the changeable frame with different color options.

Connecting the Power Supply

Controlling Sewing Speed

Speed Control Slider

Adjusts the maximum sewing speed for both ordinary and embroidery modes.

Foot Control

Explains how to use the foot control pedal to vary sewing speed.

Machine Operating Buttons

Start/stop Button

Functionality of the button to start and stop machine operation.

Reverse Button

How to use the reverse button for locking stitches or sewing in reverse.

Auto-lock Button

Functionality of the auto-lock button for securing stitches automatically.

Needle Up/Down Button

Control for raising or lowering the needle to a specific position.

Thread Cutter Button

Operation of the button to automatically trim threads.

Touch Panel Keys

Home Key

Returns to the initial page of ordinary sewing or embroidery mode.

Mode Switch Key

Switches between ordinary sewing and embroidery modes.

Set Mode Key

Enters the setting mode for customizing machine preferences.

Lockout Key

Deactivates all buttons to prevent accidental operation during maintenance.

Page Keys

Navigates through different pages of settings or patterns.

Setting the Spool of Thread

Extra Spool Pin

Using an extra spool pin for winding bobbins or twin needle sewing.

Winding the Bobbin

Removing the Bobbin

Procedure for safely removing the bobbin from the bobbin holder.

Winding the Bobbin

Step-by-step guide on how to wind a bobbin with thread.

Inserting the Bobbin

Threading the Machine

Needle Threader

Drawing up the Bobbin Thread

Replacing Needles

Fabric and Needle Chart

Guidance on selecting the appropriate needle and thread for different fabrics.

Replacing the Presser Foot

Replacing the Foot Holder

Replacing the Needle Plate

Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot

Knee Lifter

Adjusting the Foot Pressure

Raising and Dropping the Feed Dog

Mode Selection

Ordinary Sewing Mode

Ordinary Stitch Patterns

Overview of the four categories of stitches available in ordinary sewing mode.

Utility stitches, Buttonholes and speciality stitches

Selection of utility stitches, buttonholes, and specialty stitches.

Decorative and quilting stitches

Categories of decorative and quilting stitches, including applique and heirloom.

Monogramming

Programming letters and character combinations for monograms.

Function Keys in Ordinary Sewing Mode

Adjust Key

Opens manual settings for stitch width, length, tension, and cloth guide.

Twin Needle Key

Enables settings for twin needle sewing.

Program Key

Used to program a combination of stitch patterns.

Mirror Image Keys

Allows sewing patterns in a vertical or horizontal mirror image.

Delete Key

Deletes patterns from a programmed combination.

Save File Key

Saves the programmed pattern combination as a file.

Utility Stitches

Straight Stitches

Details on straight stitches (U1-U7) for seaming and other applications.

Manual Stitch Settings

Cloth Guide

Buttonholes and Specialty Stitches

Variety of Buttonholes

Describes different types of buttonholes (B1-B6) and their uses.

B1 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole

Manual Settings for Buttonholes

Using the Stabilizer Plate

B2 Automatic (Square) Buttonhole

Other Buttonholes

Corded Buttonhole

B7 Darning

B9 Eyelet

Decorative Stitches

Quilting(Q)

Using the Quilting Guide Bar

Helps sew parallel, evenly spaced rows of stitches for quilting.

Patchwork Piecing

Special stitches for seaming patchwork pieces with 1/4 and 7mm allowances.

S1-S12 Decorative Satin Stitches

Twin Needle Sewing

Programming a Pattern Combination

Mirror Image of Patterns

How to mirror patterns vertically or horizontally for creative designs.

Editing a Pattern Combination

Startover Key

Monogramming

Function Keys

Keys for editing monograms: cursor, size, case, delete, edit, save.

Manual Thread Tension

Individual Thread Tension Adjustment

Adjusting thread tension for each letter individually.

Unied Thread Tension Adjustment

Adjusting thread tension for all letters together in monogramming.

Programming a Monogram

Sewing Application

Seaming

Overedge

Blind Hem

Shell Tuck

Rolled Hem

Zipper Sewing

Basting

Gathering

Button Sewing

Tacking

Applique

Patchwork

Quilting

Free Quilting

Sculpture Stitches

Customizing Machine Settings

Common Setting Mode

Customizes machine settings like screen contrast, volume, units, and timer.

Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode

Adjusts settings specific to ordinary sewing operations.

Embroidery Setting Mode

Customizes settings and options for embroidery mode.

Language Selection Mode

Selects the desired language for screen messages.

Ordinary Sewing Setting Mode

Auto Thread Tension

Automatic adjustment of thread tension based on the selected pattern.

Low Bobbin Thread Warning

Sets warning levels for when the bobbin thread is running low.

Needle Stop Position

Configures whether the needle stops up or down after sewing.

Adjustable Start-Up Speed

Selects the initial sewing speed (slow, normal, high).

Cloth Guide

Embroidery Mode

Embroidery Unit

Instructions for attaching the embroidery unit to the sewing machine.

Extending the Carriage Arm

How to extend the carriage arm for embroidery operations.

Detaching the Embroidery Unit

Procedure for safely removing the embroidery unit from the machine.

Attaching the Embroidery Foot

Steps for attaching the specialized embroidery foot.

Attaching the Straight Stitch Needle Plate

Replacing the standard needle plate with a straight stitch one for embroidery.

Special Bobbin Holder for Embroidery

Using a special bobbin holder for embroidery thread.

Embroidery Hoops

Details on the included embroidery hoops and their sizes.

Stabilizers

Information on types of stabilizers and how to use them for embroidery.

Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop

Guide to preparing and hooping fabric for embroidery.

Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine

Steps to attach the hooped fabric to the machine's carriage.

Selecting Built-in Embroidery Designs

How to browse and select designs from the machine's memory or USB drive.

Monogramming

Using the machine's monogramming features with different fonts and styles.

Ready to Sew Window

Displays embroidery function keys and information on the selected pattern.

Color section key

Shows the complete or partial image of each color section in a design.

Hoop back key

Moves the carriage to a standby or home position.

Adjust key

Opens manual settings for thread tension and jump thread cutting.

Pattern Tracing

Checks the embroidery area size by tracing the pattern outline.

Pattern Information

Details displayed on the touch screen about the selected embroidery pattern.

Starting to Sew Embroidery

Procedure for starting the embroidery process after hoop and design selection.

Fringe Designs

Special patterns for creating fringed embroidery designs.

Applique Designs

Designs for attaching applique pieces to background fabric.

Alternative Method

An alternative method for creating applique designs.

Editing Mode

Allows editing and combining patterns to create original embroidery designs.

Resizing a Pattern

Adjusts the size of an embroidery pattern from 80% to 120%.

Duplicating a Pattern

Creates a copy of the selected embroidery pattern.

Deleting the Pattern

Removes a selected design from the editing window.

Rotating the Pattern

Rotates the selected embroidery pattern by degrees.

Flipping the Pattern

Mirrors the selected embroidery pattern horizontally or vertically.

Zooming in the Editing Window

Zooms in on the design for detailed editing.

Grouping the Patterns

Combines multiple patterns into a single unit for easier manipulation.

Saving a File

Saves embroidery designs or pattern combinations to memory or USB.

Customizing the Display Colors

Adjusts colors for fabric, threads, and background on the screen.

Color Grouping

Reduces color sections in combined patterns by grouping similar colors.

Sewing Order

Changes the sequence in which patterns in a combination are sewn.

Monogramming in an Arc

Creates monograms arranged in an upper or lower arc.

Free Arm Hoop (optional item)

Using the optional free arm hoop for tubular garments.

Customizing Machine Settings

Embroidery Mode Settings

Customizes settings for embroidery operations like tension and speed.

Auto Thread Cutting

Enables automatic thread trimming at color changes or jump threads.

Grid Line On/Off

Toggles the display of a grid in the editing window.

Resume Mode

Allows resuming sewing from the last stitch after power interruption.

File Management

Saving and Opening a File

Managing pattern combinations and designs by saving and opening files.

Creating a New Folder

Steps to create new folders for organizing files.

Deleting a File or Folder

How to delete files or folders from the machine's memory or USB drive.

Opening the File

Procedure for opening saved embroidery files or pattern combinations.

Viewing File Names

Displays file names and their attributes.

Changing a Name of the File or Folder

Renaming saved files or folders.

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning the Hook Area

Instructions for cleaning the hook area to ensure smooth operation.

Cleaning the Inside of the Thread Guide

Steps for cleaning the internal thread guide components.

Troubleshooting

Stitch Chart

Ordinary Sewing

Visual representation of all ordinary sewing stitches available.

Design Chart

Embroidery

Visual catalog of built-in embroidery designs categorized by type.

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