Janome MYEXCEL 18W-MW3018 User Manual

Instructions for reducing risk of electric shock.

Instructions for reducing risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.

Final instruction to keep safety guidelines for future reference.

French translation of Do's and Don'ts for sewing machine operation.

Identifies and labels the main components of the sewing machine.

Location and description of the compartment for storing sewing feet.

Describes the extension table and its function as an accessory storage box.

Steps to connect the sewing machine to an electrical power source.

How to use the foot control pedal to operate the sewing machine speed.

Explanation of the speed control switch for adjusting sewing speed.

Information on the sewing machine's built-in light and bulb replacement.

Adjusting the pressure dial for different fabric types and sewing needs.

How to lower the feed dogs for free-motion sewing or darning.

Instructions for attaching and removing the presser foot.

Steps for removing and attaching the presser foot holder.

How to use the reverse stitch button for backstitching.

Using the seam guide lines on the needle plate for accurate stitching.

Procedure for safely replacing the sewing machine needle.

A guide to selecting appropriate threads and needles for different fabrics.

Step-by-step instructions for winding a bobbin with thread.

How to thread the bobbin winder mechanism correctly.

Proper procedure for inserting the wound bobbin into the bobbin case.

Complete instructions for threading the sewing machine's upper thread path.

Method for bringing the bobbin thread up to the needle area.

How to adjust needle thread tension for balanced stitches.

Using the pattern selector dial to choose different stitch patterns.

Adjusting the width of zigzag stitches.

Adjusting the length of stitches for various sewing tasks.

Adjusting the needle's lateral position for specific stitches.

Steps for performing a basic straight stitch seam.

How to pivot the fabric to change sewing direction.

Techniques for sewing straight stitches on thick materials.

Instructions for performing a basic zigzag stitch.

How to use a stitch to prevent fabric edges from fraying.

Using a stitch to finish raw fabric edges neatly.

Instructions for sewing a tricot stitch, suitable for stretchy fabrics.

Sewing a durable stitch for elasticity and strength in seams.

Sewing a stretch stitch designed to prevent puckering on knit fabrics.

Step-by-step guide for sewing buttons onto fabric.

Instructions for creating automatic buttonholes using a special foot.

How to sew buttonholes manually when automatic is not suitable.

Technique for sewing buttonholes with a cord for added strength or decoration.

Instructions for inserting zippers into garments.

How to create a neat, rolled hem on fabric edges.

Techniques for sewing an invisible hem.

Guide to sewing decorative satin stitch patterns.

Instructions for using various stretch stitch patterns.

How to adjust stitch balance for stretch stitches.

Technique for creating decorative smocking stitches.

Using guides to achieve straight quilting stitches.

Instructions for creating decorative pin tucks.

Sewing shell tuck stitches for decorative effects.

How to create fagoting stitches for decorative seams.

Technique for sewing applique pieces onto fabric.

Instructions for sewing patchwork seams.

Steps to clean the bobbin holder and hook race area.

Detailed instructions for cleaning the hook race assembly.

How to properly insert the bobbin holder after cleaning.

Causes and solutions for puckering seams.

Troubleshooting thread loops forming underneath the stitches.

Addressing issues with the fabric feed mechanism.

Diagnosing and fixing problems when the machine won't run.

Solutions for unbalanced buttonhole stitches.

Machine running poorly or making noise.

Problems related to the needle thread breaking.

Problems related to the bobbin thread breaking.

Issues causing the sewing needle to break.

Troubleshooting skipped stitches.

Causes and solutions for seam puckering.

Fixing loops forming underneath the stitches.

Addressing issues with uneven fabric feeding.

Diagnosing why the sewing machine is not operating.

Solutions for unbalanced buttonhole stitches.