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Janome 9700 manual Balancing Thread Tension

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Balancing Thread Tension

Auto tension

This machine features an Auto setting in the tension control, which covers a wide range of sewing condition. Set the tension control dial at Auto for general sewing, unless specifically indicated in this manual.

1 Setting Mark

Correct tension:

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The ideal straight stitch has threads locked between two layers of fabric

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

2Needle Thread

3Right Side of the Fabric

4Wrong Side of the Fabric

5Bobbin Thread

Manual tension adjustment

Manual tension adjustment may be needed depending on the sewing materials, layers of fabric and other sewing conditions.

Needle thread tension is too tight:

If the bobbin thread appears on the right side of the fabric.

Loosen the needle thread tension by moving the dial to a lower number.

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4

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Needle thread tension is too loose:

If the needle thread appears on the wrong side of the fabric.

Tighten the needle thread tension by moving the dial to a higher number.

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Janome 9700 manual Balancing Thread Tension

Contents

Instruction Book Important Safety Instructions Table of Contents Name of Parts Know Your MachineStandard Accessories and Storage Page Extension Table For free arm sewingFor flat-bed sewing Operating Instructions Connecting the Power SupplyFunction Buttons Foot Control Controlling Sewing SpeedRemoving and Attaching the Presser Foot Raising and Lowering the Presser FootRemoving the presser foot Attaching the presser footButton Sewing Foot T To Attach Darning Foot P-2 To AttachEmbroidery Foot P To Attach Various Presser Feet and Their Uses Winding the Bobbin Setting the Spool of ThreadRemoving the bobbin Additional Spool PinThreading for bobbin winding Inserting the Bobbin Threading the Machine Built-in Needle Threader Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread Needle Size Changing NeedlesBalancing Thread Tension Dropping the Feed Dog Adjusting the Foot PressureMode setting key See Mode SelectionQuick help mode key See File open key SeeSET key Eco modeScreen contrast Sound controlKeys Inch/MillimeterRegister key Return keySET Language Selection Pattern Selection Straight stitch Utility StitchesTo sew To sew from the edge of thick fabricSecuring seam Using the seam guide linesAdjusting the needle drop position and stitch Length Default CancelChanging stitch length Changing needle drop positionLocking Stitch Lock-a-Matic StitchTriple Stretch Stitch Stretch StitchZigzag stitch Adjusting the stitch width and length07.0 Default Cancel Changing stitch widthOvercasting with zigzag stitch OvercastingKnit Stitch Double Overedge StitchOverlock Stitch Blind hem stitch Blind HemDefault Cancel Adjusting the needle drop position Attaching the zipper foot Zipper sewingTo Sew Page Regular quilting QuiltingRound End Buttonhole Auto Square ButtonholeKeyhole Buttonhole Rounded Keyhole ButtonholeSensor buttonhole Pull down BH Lever Complete d Raise Presser Foot Corded buttonhole Changing buttonhole stitch density Changing buttonhole widthAutomatic buttonhole Restart for the same size Different size Cancel Button sewing Button SewingDarning To adjust the evenness of darning stitches To sew a shorter darningTo sew the same size darning Tacking To sew a shorter tackTo sew the same size tack Eyelet To adjust the shape of an eyeletBasting Function Keys Satin StitchesCursor keys Program keyDelete key Vertical Mirror keyProgramming a pattern combination Single pattern with locking stitchElongation sewing Programming a pattern combination with mirror image Shell Tuck Stitch Decorative StitchesApplique sewing Programming French knot Sewing the pattern combination from the beginning 73/740 X Individual pattern adjustmentEditing Programmed Patterns Deleting the patternInserting the pattern Program check Twin Needle Sewing Check the needlePage Monogramming Programming a monogram ? SSaving and Opening a File Save File Built-inAssigning a file name CardDecorative stretch stitch patterns Correcting Distorted Stretch PatternsLetters and numbers Correcting stitch balance of the Auto ButtonholeEmbroidery Hoop a Embroidery HoopsTemplate for Embroidery Hoop a Embroidery Hoop BAdjusting the Thread Tension StabilizersPressure Dial Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop Thread Holder Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to MachineMonogramming Built-in DesignsPC Card Designs Card ReaderColor/Part key Built-in DesignsSewing the specific color/part by skipping Next page KeyTrace key Cancel keyStitch Back/Forward keys Jog/ST keySewing results Starting to Sew EmbroideryFont Selection Monogram EmbroideryHorizontal/Vertical key OK keyMonogram in Gothic style EditBear Letters monogram Inserting a letter Correcting a monogram Deleting a letterInserting and ejecting a PC Card PC Card DesignsEjecting the PC card Selecting the PC card designsConnecting Card Reader Card Reader 10000 optional itemSelecting a pattern Editing screen Editing ModeSelecting the pattern to edit SizeSelecting the hoop Moving a patternFlipping a pattern Resizing a patternDeleting a pattern Rotating the patternSaving a File Save File Built-inAssigning the a name Combining a built-in design and monogram Size Deleting a saved file Opening a Saved FileChanging needles On-screen HelpAssemble the hook race Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed DogReplacing the Light Bulb To removeTo replace Troubleshooting Problem Cause Reference Stitch Chart Design Chart Gothic Script Cheltenham Letters / 2-letters