Instruction Book
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this appliance. DANGER— To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug before replacing a sewing machine bulb.
TABLE OF CONTENTS KNOW YOUR MACHINE ................................................ Name of Parts ................................................................. Standard Accessories and Storage .................................. Extension Table ............................................................... 2 2 3 5 GETTING READY TO SEW ............................................ 6 Connecting the Power Supply .......................................... 6 Function Buttons ...............................
KNOW YOUR MACHINE 2 4 3 5 1 Name of Parts 6 7 24 23 8 22 21 20 Top Cover Spool Pin Spool Holder (Large) Foot Storage Compartment 5. 6. 7. 8. Bobbin Thread Cutter Bobbin Winder Spindle Bobbin Winder Stopper Visual Touch Screen 9. Speed Control Lever 10. Up/Down Needle Button 11. Auto-Lock Button 19 18 17 9 10 11 12 16 13 15 14 29 28 26 25 30 31 27 12. 13. 14. 15. Reverse Button Start/Stop Button Extension Table (Accessory Box) Hook Cover Plate Release Button 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21.
Standard Accessories and Storage 1 2 4 5 1. Embroidery Hoop (A) (with Template) 2. Embroidery Hoop (B) (with Template) 3. Foot Control 3 4. Instruction Book 5. Template Sheets (for Built-in Designs) 6 6. Power Supply Cord 7. Instructional Movie CD 8. Hard Cover (Carrying Case) 8 7 9 10 11 14 13 E F C 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. P G A Zipper Foot E Satin Stitch Foot F Embroidery Foot P Zigzag Foot A (comes attached to the machine) Blind Hem Foot G 14. Overedge Foot C 15.
1 1. Automatic Buttonhole Foot R 2. Overcasting Foot M 2 3. Button Sewing Foot T 4. Basting/Darning Foot P-2 4 3 5 6 5. Screwdriver 6. Screwdriver 7 8 7. Scissors 8. Set of Needles 10 9. Spool Pin Felt 10. Lint Brush 11 12 11. Additional Spool Pin 12. Seam Ripper 13 14 13. Spool Holder (Large) 14. Spool Holder (Small) 15 16 15. Bobbins 16. Spool Stand 9 17. Quilting Bar 17 Detachable extension table for accessory storage Sewing accessories are stored in the Extension Table.
Extension Table 1 For free arm sewing To remove, lift out the Extension Table toward you as illustrated. 1 Extension Table Free Arm sewing is suitable for: - stitching sleeves, waistbands, pant legs or any circular garment area. - darning socks or mending knees, elbows or children’s wear. 2 For flat-bed sewing Position the Tabs on the Base Tab Holes and push down gently.
GETTING READY TO SEW Connecting the Power Supply The Memory Craft 9700 is equipped with an auto voltage system, which automatically adjusts the equipment to any local power supply voltage between 100 and 240V, 50/60 Hz. 1 3 First, turn off the Power Switch. Then insert the Foot Control Plug and Machine Plug into the Machine Socket. Next, insert the Power Supply Plug into the Wall Outlet and turn on the Power Switch.
Function Buttons 5 1 Start/Stop Button Press this button to start or stop the machine. This button can be used either in the Ordinary Sewing Mode or Embroidery Mode. In the Ordinary Sewing Mode, the machine starts running slowly for the first few stitches, it then runs at the speed set by the Speed Control Lever. The button will turn red when the machine is running, and green, that it has been stopped. NOTE: The Start/Stop Button cannot be used when the foot control is connected to the machine.
Controlling Sewing Speed Speed Control Lever You can limit the maximum sewing speed with the Speed Control Lever according to your sewing needs. To increase the sewing speed, slide the lever to the right. To decrease the sewing speed, slide the lever to the left. Foot Control Pressing on the Foot Control can vary sewing speed. The harder you press the Foot Control, the faster the machine runs.
Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot The Presser Foot Lifter raises and lowers the Presser Foot. You can raise the Presser Foot about 6 mm (1/4") higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the Presser Foot Lifter. This allows for easy removal of the Presser Foot and helps you to place thick fabrics under it.
WRNING: Turn the Power Switch OFF before changing the presser foot. Button Sewing Foot T 2 To Attach: Insert the Rear Pin on the foot into the Groove of the Foot Holder. Gently lower the presser bar, holding the foot with your fingers. 1 1 Rear Pin 2 Groove of the Foot Holder 5 4 3 Darning Foot P-2 To Attach: Loosen the thumb screw and remove the Foot Holder. Attach the Darning Foot P-2 to the presser bar putting the Pin on the Needle Clamp Screw. Tighten the thumb screw firmly with the screwdriver.
Various Presser Feet and Their Uses 1 1 Zigzag Foot A: This is the most versatile foot. It can be used for various stitches including straight stitches and zigzag stitches. It is designed to achieve firm and neat seam results. 2 2 Overedge Foot C: This foot is exclusively for overedging. The brush on the foot effectively prevents skipped stitches on the raw edge of fabrics. 3 3 Zipper Foot E: This foot is for sewing zippers. The zipper teeth are guided through the grooves on the bottom of the foot.
Winding the Bobbin Removing the bobbin 1 1 1 Slide the Hook Cover Plate Release Button to the right, and remove the Hook Cover Plate. 1 Hook Cover Plate Release Button 2 Hook Cover Plate 2 2 Lift out the Bobbin from the Bobbin Holder. 2 3 Bobbin 3 Setting the Spool of Thread Lift up the Spool Pin. Place the spool of thread on the Spool Pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Attach the Large Spool Holder, and press it firmly against the spool of thread.
2 Threading for bobbin winding 1 Hold the upper thread with both hands and place it down into the Slit. 2 Guide the thread around the Thread Guide following the dashed line as shown in the diagram. 3 Thread through the hole in the Bobbin from the inside to the outside. Put the Bobbin on the Bobbin Winder Spindle. 3 1 4 Push it to the right. 4 5 Hold the free end of the thread in your hand and depress the foot control.
Inserting the Bobbin 1 1 Place the Bobbin in the Bobbin Holder with the Thread running off counterclockwise. 1 1 Thread 2 Bobbin Holder 2 2 Guide the thread into the Front Notch (A) on the front of the Bobbin Holder. 2 (A) 3 3 Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between the tension spring blades. (B) 4 Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into the Side Notch (B). 4 (B) 3 5 5 Pull out about 10 cm (4") of thread to the rear.
Threading the Machine 1 2 Raise the Presser Foot Lifter. Press the Up/Down Needle Button twice to raise the needle to its highest position. 4 Turn the Power Switch OFF. 5 3 6 1 7 2 1 Hold the upper thread with both hands as shown and place it down into the Slit. 2 Draw the thread around the Thread Guide following the dashed line as shown in the diagram. 1 3 3 Then draw the thread down along the right channel and around the bottom of the Thread Guide Plate.
Built-in Needle Threader 1 2 3 1 Raise the needle to its highest position by pressing the Up/Down Needle Button twice. 1 2 Turn the Power Switch OFF. 3 Lower the presser foot. 4 Depress the Needle Threader Knob as far as it will go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind. 4 1 Up/Down Needle Button 2 Needle Threader Knob 3 Hook 5 2 5 Draw the thread down around the Threader Guide and under the hook.
Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 1 1 Raise the Presser Foot Lifter. 1 2 Hold the needle thread with your fingers and press the Up/Down Needle Button twice to pick up the bobbin thread. Draw up the needle thread to bring up a loop of the Bobbin Thread. 2 2 1 Needle Thread 2 Up/Down Needle Button 3 Bobbin Thread 1 3 3 Slide 10 cm (4") of both threads to the back under the presser foot.
Changing Needles 1 Raise the needle by pressing the Up/Down Needle button and lower the presser foot. 1 Turn the Power Switch OFF. 1 Loosen the Needle Clamp Screw by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the Needle from the clamp. 1 Needle Clamp Screw 2 Insert a new Needle into the Needle Clamp with the Flat Side of the needle to the rear. When inserting the Needle into the Needle Clamp, push it up against the stopper pin and tighten the Needle Clamp Screw firmly.
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.
Adjusting the Foot Pressure The foot pressure control dial should be set at “3” for regular sewing. Reduce the pressure to “2” for applique, cut work, drawn work and basting. Set the dial at “1” when sewing extra fine fabrics. Foot pressure control dial 1 Setting mark 1 Dropping the Feed Dog 1 The feed dog will automatically drop when the basting stitch, button sewing or the embroidery mode has been selected. The feed dog can also be lowered by the drop feed lever for sewing on buttons, manual embroidery.
Mode Selection 1 Straight Stitch 3 When you turn on the power switch, the Visual Touch Screen will show the opening “Welcome” window, then the Ordinary Sewing Mode will appear after a few seconds. The machine will be set for the straight stitch sewing. Auto A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 3 NOTE; After turning on the power, it takes approximately six seconds for the pattern selection window to be displayed on the visual touch screen.
SETTING MODE Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 2 1 4 3 Pressing the SET key will open the mode setting window. A Z 6 5 8 7 1 SET key Press the SET key to customize the machine settings. SET 2 Flag key (Language selection key) Press the flag key to select the language for the screen display. You can select one of 11 languages. Edit 3 Screen contrast The visual touch screen contrast can be adjusted. Press the Plus key, to sharpen the screen contrast.
6 Inch/Millimeter You can set your machine’s measuring unit to either inch or millimeter depending upon your preference. The default unit setting is millimeter. Press the “inch” or “mm” key to select the unit you prefer. Screen Contrast SET 5 + Eco Mode 10min inch/mm NOTE: Stitch length and width are displayed in millimeter regardless of the inch/mm setting. + inch mm Register 8 7 Page keys You can turn the pages by pressing the page keys. 9 7 Press the page forward key to view the next page.
10 Key Position Adjustment Yes 11 Free Arm Length 10 Key position adjustment If you think the touch panel keys are out of alignment, you can calibrate them in the key position adjustment window. SET When you press the Yes key, window (A) will be shown. With your finger, press the crosses as they appear in order. When you press the last crosses, the window (B) will be shown.
Language Selection 5 6 9 You can select one of the following 11 languages by pressing the corresponding key.
1 2 3 4 Straight Stitch 5 3 6 7 ORDINARY SEWING Pattern Selection Auto A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Adjust Press the Stitch Pattern Key to select the desired pattern. The Name of the Stitch, Stitch Image of the selected pattern, the recommended foot and machine settings will appear on the screen. Use the recommended foot and machine settings unless otherwise stated in this manual.
Straight Stitch 3 Utility Stitches Auto A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Straight stitch Press Pattern 1 on the Visual Touch Screen. To sew: Raise the Presser Foot and position the fabric next to a seam guideline on the needle plate. Lower the needle to the point where you want to start. SET Adjust A Z Pull the needle and bobbin threads towards the rear. Press the Start/Stop Button or Foot Control. Gently guide the fabric along the seam guideline letting the fabric feed naturally.
Securing seam For fastening the ends of seams, press the Reverse Button and sew several reverse stitches. The machine sews in reverse as long as you press and hold the Reverse Button. Press the Reverse Button once when sewing the Locka-Matic stitch (pattern 3) or Locking stitch (pattern 4) so the machine will lock the stitch off and stop automatically. After finishing sewing, raise the presser foot and pull the fabric to the rear. Draw both needle and bobbin threads up and into the Thread Cutter.
Straight Stitch 3 Adjusting the needle drop position and stitch length Auto A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 When you press the Adjust key, the screen shows the manual setting window. Press the or key to change the needle drop position or stitch length. SET Adjust A Z (1) 3.5 1 Default 3 Cancel 4 OK 5 1 2 3 4 5 2.20 2 29 Needle Drop Position Adjusting Keys Stitch Length Adjusting Keys Default Key: Resumes the default settings. Cancel Key: Cancels the last changes to setting.
Changing needle drop position When you press the the right. When you press the the left. Default 3.5 2.20 Cancel key, the needle moves to key, the needle moves to OK 3.5 0.0 7.0 Changing stitch length Press the Press the Default 3.5 2.20 Cancel OK 1.0 5.0 30 key to decrease the stitch length. key to increase the stitch length.
Variety of straight stitches 02 Straight Stitch in Left Needle Position 02 Use this stitch to seam the edge of the fabrics. 03 Lock-a-Matic Stitch 03 Use this stitch to secure the beginning and the end of a seam with backstitching. When you reach the end of the seam, press the Reverse Button once. The machine will sew four reverse stitches, four forward stitches, and then stop sewing automatically. 04 Locking Stitch 04 This unique stitch is used where an invisible locking stitch is needed.
Zigzag stitch Zigzag Stitch 3 Auto A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 This stitch is used for various sewing needs including overcasting. It can be used on most woven fabrics. It is the fastest way to finish an edge, leaving it neat and flat. A dense zigzag stitch can also be used for applique. SET Adjust Adjusting the stitch width and length A Z When you press the Adjust key, the screen shows Stitch Width and Stitch Length Plus and Minus keys. (1) 5.
Changing stitch width Press the Press the Default 5.0 1.50 Cancel key to decrease the Stitch Width. key to increase the Stitch Width. 1 Stitch Width OK 2.0 7.0 1 Changing stitch length Press the Press the Default 5.0 1.50 2 Stitch Length Cancel After adjusting the settings, press the OK key. OK 1.0 key to decrease the Stitch Length. key to increase the Stitch Length. 5.
Overcasting 3 Overcasting with zigzag stitch Auto C Select Pattern 8 and attach the Overedge Foot C. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 SET Adjust A Z Place the fabric edge next to the Guide of the foot and then sew. 1 Guide 1 CAUTION: When you use the Overedge Foot C or the Overcasting Foot M, you must set the zigzag width at 5.0 or wider to prevent the needle from hitting the Foot Wires.
Variety of overcasting stitches Multiple Zigzag Stitch (Tricot Stitch) This stitch is used to finish a raw edge of synthetics and other stretch fabrics that tend to pucker. Sew along the fabric edge leaving an adequate seam allowance. After sewing, trim off the seam allowance closer to the stitches. 2 1 07 1 Pattern 07 2 Zigzag foot A Knit Stitch This stitch is recommended for sewing such fabrics as synthetic knits and stretch velour as it provides the greatest amount of elasticity and strength.
Blind Hem Blind hem stitch 3 Auto G Select the patterns 11 or 12. NOTE: Pattern 11 is for stretch fabrics. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Attach Blind Hem Foot G. Fold the fabric to form a hem as shown. SET Adjust A Z (A) (A) Thick fabric (B) Fine and medium weight fabric (B) 1 1 3 1 0.4 - 0.7 cm (1/4”) 2 Overcasting 3 Wrong Side of Fabric 3 2 Place the fabric so that the folded edge comes to the left side of the guide. Lower the Presser Foot.
Adjusting the needle drop position Press the Adjust key to open the stitch width and length adjusting window. Press the right. Press the left. key to move the needle position to the 2 Default 0.6 key to move the needle position to the Press the OK key to register the settings. The needle should just pierce the folded edge when it comes over to the left side. 1 Stitch Width Adjusting Keys 2 Default Key: Resumes the default settings. 3 Cancel Key: Cancels the last changes to settings.
Zipper sewing Straight Stitch 3 Auto Select the pattern 01. Attach the Zipper Foot E. A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 SET Adjust A Z Attaching the zipper foot (A) Attach Zipper Foot E with the Pin on the Righthand Side to the Groove to sew the left side of the zipper. (B) Attach Zipper Foot E with the Pin on the Lefthand Side to the Groove to sew the right side of the zipper. 2 1 Pin 2 Groove 1 1 Fabric Preparation for Zipper Sewing 1 Add 1 cm (3/8”) to the zipper size.
To Sew 1 3 3 Fold back the left seam allowance. Turn under the right seam allowance to form a 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8") Fold. Place the zipper teeth next to the fold and pin it in place. 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 3 4 5 6 8 Lower Fabric End of the Zipper Opening Zipper Teeth 0.2 to 0.3 cm (1/8”) Wrong Side of the Upper Fabric Opening Size Fold Basting Line 7 4 Set the stitch length back to “2.2” and thread tension 4 to AUTO. Attach Zipper Foot E with the Pin on the Right-hand Side.
6 6 Close the zipper and spread the fabric open flat with the right side up. 3 5 12 Baste the upper fabric and zipper tape together. 11 Right Side of the Fabric 12 Basting 11 11 7 Reattach Zipper Foot E with the Left Pin. Sew 1 cm (3/8") across the end of the opening with reverse stitches. Stitch through the fabric and zipper tape. Stop sewing about 5 cm (2”) from the top of the zipper. 7 13 End of the Opening 14 Basting Stitches 15 0.
Quilting Straight Stitch 3 Auto Select the pattern 01. A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 SET Adjust A Z Regular quilting Use this Quilting Bar with the Zigzag Foot. Loosen the Screw on the back of the Foot Holder and insert the Quilting Bar into the Hole of the Foot Holder. Set the Quilting Bar to the desired position, then retighten the screw.
Variety of buttonholes and their uses 13 Sensor (Square) Buttonhole This square buttonhole is widely used on medium to heavy weight fabrics. The buttonhole size is automatically determined by placing a button in the foot. 13 Sensor 14 14 Auto (Square) Buttonhole This is also a square buttonhole similar to the Sensor Square Buttonhole, but you can manually set the buttonhole size and you memorize the size to sew buttonholes of the same size.
Sensor BH 3 Sensor buttonhole Auto R Select the pattern 17. Pull down BH Lever. 13 Sensor 19 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 The buttonhole size is automatically set by placing a button into the button holder in the rear of the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R. Auto 20 NOTE: The button holder of the foot takes a button size of up to 2.5 cm (1") in diameter. SET Adjust A Z Attach the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R. To sew 1 Press the Up/Down Needle button to raise the needle.
3 3 Pull the Buttonhole Lever down as far as it will go. 1 Buttonhole lever 1 NOTE: A warning message will appear and the machine will stop automatically if you start to sew a buttonhole without pulling down the buttonhole lever. Press the Return key and pull down the buttonhole lever to restart. Pull down BH Lever. 4 Insert the corner of the fabric under the foot. Press the Up/Down Needle button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw both threads under the foot.
5 5 Press the Start/Stop Button to sew the buttonhole. The buttonhole will be automatically sewn in a single step. The front bartack and left row first, then the right row and back bartack. The machine will stop automatically when the buttonhole is completed. Complete d Raise Presser Foot . 6 6 When buttonhole sewing is finished, push the buttonhole lever up as far as it will go. 7 Remove the fabric and place a pin just below the bartack at each end to prevent accidentally cutting threads.
Sensor BH 3 Corded buttonhole Auto R To sew the corded buttonhole, follow the same procedure as for the Sensor Buttonhole; refer to the instructions on pages 43 to 45. Pull down BH Lever. 13 Sensor 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 Select the pattern 13. Auto 19 20 SET Adjust A Z With the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R raised, hook the filler cord on the Spur on the back of the buttonhole foot. Bring the ends of cord toward you under the buttonhole foot clearing the front end.
Changing buttonhole width Press the Adjust key and the adjusting window will open. Default 5.0 0.45 Cancel Press the key to increase the buttonhole width Press the key to decrease the buttonhole width Press the OK key to register the settings. OK NOTE: Default setting is 5.0 Changing buttonhole stitch density Press the coarser. Press the denser. Default 5.0 0.45 key to make the buttonhole stitches key to make the buttonhole stitches Cancel OK NOTE: Default setting is 0.
Auto BH 3 Automatic buttonhole Auto R Pull Button Holder firmly. 13 Sensor 19 14 Select the pattern 14. 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 Auto 20 SET Adjust A Z Attach the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R. Pull the Button Holder all the way out. Mark the buttonhole position on the fabric. Insert the fabric under the foot. Press the Up/Down Needle Button twice. Remove the fabric to the left to draw the needle thread through the Hole of the foot.
Step1 Sew to length required, then press " 3 Step-1 Sew up the left side until the end of the buttonhole Auto mark. Then press the Reverse Button. R ". 5 Required Length 6 Reverse Button 5 6 Step2 Sew up to start position, then press " 3 Step-2 Depress the Foot Control. The machine will automatically tack and sew down the right side of the buttonhole. Stop the machine when you are directly opposite the Starting Point. Press the Reverse button. Auto R ".
Button sewing Button Sewing 3 Auto Select the pattern 20 and the feed dog will automatically drop. T 13 Sensor 19 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 Auto 20 SET Adjust A Z Place a button on the fabric and lower the needle by turning the handwheel with your hand, so that the needle enters through the left hole in the button. Align the direction of the button and lower the Button Sewing Foot T to hold the button in place.
Darning Sew to length required, then press " 14 13 Sensor 15 16 3 Darning Auto R The Memory Craft 9700 automatically darns rips and holes. Large and small holes can be mended quickly and easily with this unique stitch. ". 17 18 Select the pattern 21. Auto 20 19 21 22 23 24 SET Adjust A Z Attach the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R and pull the Button Holder all the way out. 1 Button Holder Depress the Foot Control to sew rows of darning, and a locking stitch.
To sew a shorter darning 2 To sew a darning with a length of less than 2 cm (3/4”), first stop the machine after sewing the Required Length, then press the Reverse Button. The Required Length has now been determined. Restart the machine and continue sewing until the machine stops automatically. 1 1 Starting Point 2 Required Length 3 Reverse Button 3 To sew the same size darning Restart for the same size. Different size Simply restart the machine to sew another darning in the same size.
Tacking Sew to length required, then press " 14 13 Sensor 3 Tacking Auto F Tacking is used to reinforce pockets, crotches and belt carriers where extra strength is needed. Select Pattern 22 and attach the Satin Stitch Foot F. ". 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 Auto 20 19 SET Adjust A Z The machine will sew a tacking of 1.5 cm (9/16”) long automatically. 1 1.5 cm (9/16”) 1 NOTE: Press the Adjust key to manually change the stitch length and stitch width.
Eyelet 13 Sensor 19 3 14 Eyelet Auto F The Eyelet is used for belt holes etc. Select the pattern 23 and attach the Satin Stitch Foot F. 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 Auto 20 SET Adjust A Z Depress the Foot Control to sew. The machine will stop automatically when completed. Open the eyelet with an awl, puncher or pointed scissors. To adjust the shape of an eyelet: If the eyelet opens, press the Default S 2 If the eyelet overlaps, press the Cancel 1 Shape Adjusting keys 1 OK 54 key.
Basting 1 Basting 1 4 P2 13 Sensor 19 14 15 16 17 18 21 22 23 24 Select the pattern 24 and the feed dog will automatically drop. Attach the Satin Stitch foot F or Darning Foot P-2. Auto 20 NOTE: Refer to page 10 for how to attach the Darning Foot P-2. SET Adjust A Z To sew Hold the fabric taut and depress the Foot Control or press the Start/Stop Button. The machine will take one stitch and stop automatically. Slide the fabric back for the next stitch.
Cording 3 Satin Stitches Auto F 25 26 27 28 29 Press the Satin Stitch Key in the Ordinary Sewing Mode to open the Satin Stitch Window. 30 Function Keys: 31 32 33 34 L.S 1 Needle Up/Down key: Press the Needle Up/Down key to set the needle position up or down when stopping the machine. 2 Adjust key: Press the Adjust key to open the Manual Setting window. 3 Zigzag Width: Press the Zigzag Width key to change the stitch width.
3 9 Program key Press this key to program pattern combinations. When you press this key the Cursor keys, Delete key, Vertical Mirror key, “M” key (Memory Check key) and Save File key will be displayed. Auto F 25 26 27 28 31 32 33 34 29 30 10 Cursor keys Press the Cursor keys to move the cursor to the right or left. Use these keys to select a pattern to delete or adjust. L.S SET M Adjust A Z 11 Delete key Press the Delete key to delete the selected pattern.
Locking Stitch 3 Single pattern with locking stitch Auto F 26 25 27 28 29 Press the program key. Select the pattern 31. 30 Press the “L. S” key. 31 32 33 34 L.S NOTE: No more patterns can be memorized after pressing the “L. S” key. SET Adjust M A Z The machine will sew a single pattern only and lock the stitch at the end then stop automatically. 1 Locking Stitches 1 1 Programming a pattern combination Decorative 3 Auto Press the program key. F Select the pattern 31.
Decorative 3 Elongation sewing Auto F 25 26 27 28 31 32 33 34 29 Example: Pattern 31 Select Pattern 31. 30 Press the Adjust key. L.S Press the Elongation desired stitch length. or keys to set the SET Adjust A Z NOTE: The Elongation ratio is indicated in multiples of the original pattern length. Press the OK key. The setting will be registered and the screen returns to the previous window. Start to sew. Default 7.0 0.
Decorative 3 Programming a pattern combination with mirror image Auto F Example: Pattern 30 and its mirror image 25 26 27 28 31 32 33 34 29 30 Press the Program key Select the Pattern 30. L.S Press the Mirror Image key. SET M Adjust Select the Pattern 30. Start to sew. A Z NOTE: If you press the Auto-Lock Button in the middle of a programmed pattern the machine will stop automatically after the current pattern is completed.
Saddle Stitch 3 Decorative Stitches Auto A There are 7 pages of decorative stitches in this category. 1/7 35 35 36 36 37 37 38 41 42 42 43 43 44 44 39 40 Press the Next Page Press the Previous Page page. L.S key to view the next page. key to view the previous SET Adjust A Z Shell Tuck Stitch Shell Tuck 3 6 8 F Select the pattern 39 on the Visual Touch Screen. 1/7 35 35 36 36 37 37 38 41 42 42 43 44 39 40 L.S SET Adjust A Z Use a lightweight fabric such as tricot.
Applique 2 Applique sewing Auto F Select the pattern 40. 1/7 35 35 36 36 37 37 38 41 42 42 43 43 44 44 39 Attach the Satin Stitch Foot F. 40 L.S SET Adjust A Z Place the Applique on the fabric and baste it in place. Sew guiding the edge of the applique along the Slit on the foot, so that the needle falls off the Edge of the Applique when it swings to the right.
Programming French knot French Knot 3 Auto Example: Pattern 55, Pattern 45, Pattern 55 and Pattern 46 F 3/7 55 56 57 58 61 62 63 64 59 Press the program key. 60 Select the pattern 55 (French knot). L.S Press the previous page key to show page 2/7. SET Straight Stitch French Knot M Adjust 3 Auto A Z Select the pattern 45. Two counts of straight stitch will be memorized. F Press the next page key to show page 3/7.
Decorative French Knot 3 Sewing the pattern combination from the beginning Auto F After you start sewing, the “M” (Memory check) key will change to the B (Beginning) key. Press this key if you stop sewing in the middle of the pattern combination and wish to sew it again from the beginning. 3/7 4/7 65 55 66 56 67 57 68 58 71 61 72 62 73 63 74 64 70 60 69 59 L.S Example: Combination of the patterns 65, 66 and 72 SET Start sewing.
Individual pattern adjustment Decorative 3 Auto You can adjust the zigzag width, stitch length and elongation ratio of each patterns in a combination individually. F 25 26 27 28 31 32 33 34 29 30 Example: Changing the elongation ratio of the pattern 31 in combination with the patterns 65 and 32. L.S SET M Adjust Press the Left Arrow key to move the cursor below the pattern 31. A Z Press the Adjust key. 7.0 0.40 Default Change the elongation ratio by pressing the Plus or Minus key.
Decorative 3 Editing Programmed Patterns Auto F 25 26 27 31 32 33 28 29 Example: When the patterns 31, 65 and 32 are memorized. 30 Deleting the pattern 65 34 L.S Press the Cursor key to move the cursor under the pattern 65. SET Hemstitch French Knot M Adjust 3 Auto A Z Press the Delete F key. 3/7 Decorative French Knot 3 The pattern 65 will be deleted.
Decorative 3 Program check Auto F 25 26 27 28 31 32 33 34 29 Pressing the “M” (Memory check) key will display the entire pattern combination. 30 L.S SET M Adjust A Z If the pattern combination is too long to show, press the Next Page key to view the remaining patterns in the combination. - Press the Return Key to go back to the original window.
Twin Needle Sewing Hemstitch 3 Auto NOTE: When you sew patterns with the twin needle, test the stitches first before you sew. A 4/7 35 35 65 36 36 66 37 37 67 68 38 41 71 42 42 72 43 73 44 74 39 69 40 70 Use the Zigzag Foot A or Satin Stitch Foot F for Twin Needle Sewing. L.S SET Adjust Turn the power switch off before changing the needle. A Z Select the pattern then press the Twin Needle key.
Insert an additional spool pin, and put a felt and spool on it. Draw both threads from the spools and pass them through the threading points from 1 to 5 . Make sure that the two strings of thread from the spools do not get tangled. NOTES: Make sure each threads wind off from the spools as shown. Threading from points 1 to 5 is the same as for a single needle. 1 2 Slip one of the threads through the needle bar thread guide on the left, and the other one on the right.
Monogramming You can combine letters and symbols for monogramming. Block 3 Auto 1 European Accented Letter key You can select the European Accented Letters, such as the diaeresis. Pressing the key will select the Alphabet or European Accented Letters alternately. F A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2 Upper/Lower Case key You can select Upper or Lower Case Letters Pressing the “A/a” key will select upper or lower case letters alternately.
Programming a monogram Block 3 Auto Example: Programming “R&B” F A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Press the Upper/Lower Case Case. Press the Letter Size L S key to select Upper key to select Large Size. SET L S A Z Press “R”, and the cursor shifts to the right and “R” is automatically memorized. A Z M Press the Letter/Number Numbers. Block 3 Auto Press the Letter Size F L S A Z key to select the key to select Small Size.
Block 3 Saving and Opening a File Auto F A 0 B 1 C 2 I8 J9 K & Q R ? ? S D 3 E 4 F 5 M $ N @ U V ! T ! G 6 Saving a file Press the Save File key and the Save File window will open. H 7 1 Save File key Y SET L A Z S M A Z You can select the location to where you want to save the file. Press the Built-in/Card Built-inCard key to select the location either in the internal memory of the sewing machine or a PC Card inserted in the machine’s card slot.
Assigning a file name Save File (Built-in) You can assign a file name in the file name window. Press the File Name window. Built-in Card M_001 OK key to open the file name 6 File Name Key 6 File Name File Name Cancel The character keys are displayed in the window. Enter the file name and press the OK A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 key. 7 OK Key The screen will return to the save file screen.
Correcting Distorted Stretch Patterns The sewing results of the stretch stitch patterns may vary depending upon the sewing conditions, such as sewing speed, type of the fabric, number of layers etc. Always make a test sewing on a scrap piece of the fabric that you wish to use. If decorative stretch stitch patterns, letters, numbers or the Auto Buttonhole stitch are distorted, correct it with the Feed Balancing Dial. NOTES: In normal sewing, set the Feed Balancing Dial to the neutral position, i.e.
EMBROIDERY MODE 3 Embroidery Hoops 1 Embroidery Hoop A: This is the standard size hoop, with a 12.6 cm (5”) by 11 cm (4 3/8”) embroidery area for sewing PC Card embroidery designs etc. 2 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 Outer Hoop Inner Hoop Attaching Knob Hoop Tightening Screw Template for Embroidery Hoop (A) 5 Starting Point for Monogram in Vertical Orientation 6 Indicates the embroidery boundary for built-in designs, PC Design Card Nos. 1001 and up. 7 Indicates the embroidery boundary for Memory Card No.
Stabilizers To obtain the best quality embroidery, it is important to use stabilizers. Types of stabilizer Tear-away Stabilizer is made from a fiber that will tear easily. Use tear-away stabilizers for stable woven fabrics. After stitching, tear away the stabilizer so that the small portion left in the back of the stitching will not affect the wear. Iron-on Stabilizer is an adhesive type stabilizer for knits and all kinds of unstable fabrics. Fuse it to the wrong side of the fabrics with an iron.
Setting the Fabric in an Embroidery Hoop 1 2 1 Mark the Centerlines on the right side of the fabric with tailor’s chalk. 1 5 2 4 2 Loosen the Hoop Tightening Screw on the outer hoop. Lay the inner hoop and template on the fabric, matching the centerlines. 6 3 3 3 Push them into the outer hoop. 3 Tighten the screw on the outer hoop to stretch the fabric. Make sure that the fabric is stretched drum-tight in the hoop. 4 5 4 Remove the template.
Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine 1 Turn the Attaching Knob so it is parallel with the metal plate, and set the hoop on the Carriage. Attach the hoop by fitting the Pins into the Carriage Holes. 3 2 1 Attaching Knob 2 Carriage Holes 3 Pins 1 Turn the Attaching Knob clockwise. START STOP CAUTIONS: Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before starting embroidery. Never try to move the carriage by hand or touch the carriage while it is moving.
Mode Selection Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 2 1 4 3 Press the Embroidery Mode Key to enter the Embroidery Mode. The following 5 categories are available in the Embroidery Mode: A Z 6 5 8 7 SET 1 Built-in Designs The Visual Touch Screen shows the Built-in Design window when the Embroidery Mode Key is pressed. the Memory Craft 9700 provides 95 ready to sew built-in embroidery designs.
Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 1 2 Built-in Designs 4 3 Press the Built-in Design key. Press the pattern selection key to select the desired pattern. The embroidery screen will appear. A Z 7 6 5 8 SET Edit 1 Ready to Sew 2 1 24 min P Size 13 Colors 76x62mm A(F):126x110mm Bamboo 3 2 1 Blond 224 255 Beige 1 Color/Part key The thread color and the sewing order of each section of embroidery is indicated on the key.
Ready to Sew 2 1 24 min P Size 13 Colors 76x62mm A(F):126x110mm Bamboo 224 Blond 255 Beige A Z 4 3 2 1 1 Trace key You can check the size of the sewing area by pressing this key. The carriage traces the outline of the selected embroidery pattern without stitching. The carriage will return to the starting position after tracing. 2 213 Umber 237 SET Jog ST Edit 1 2 Cancel key Press this key to cancel the tracing and return to the previous screen.
Starting to Sew Embroidery Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 1 2 Press the Pattern Selection key to select the desired pattern. 4 3 A Z 7 6 5 8 SET Edit Ready to Sew 2 1 24 min P Size Lower the presser foot. Press the Start/Stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches. 2 13 Colors 76x62mm A(F):126x110mm Bamboo 224 Blond 255 4 3 2 1 Beige Press the Start/Stop button again to stop the machine.
Monogram Embroidery AB Gothic 2 Press the Monogram key to open the monogram window. A(F) A B C D E E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V V W X Y Z A Z 1 In the monogram selection window, you can program words by pressing the alphabet keys directly. After you press an alphabet key, the letter is memorized and the cursor is moved to the right.
1 Letter/number key When you press this key, the number and symbols will appear. To select the number or symbol, press the corresponding key. Press this key again to return to the letter selection window. AB Gothic A(F) A B C D E E F G H II J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 1 3 2 7 AB 8 6 L 2 Delete key Characters can be deleted when they are underlined by the cursor. Move the cursor under the letter, number or symbol you want to delete and press the delete key.
Monogram in Gothic style Press the Font key and select Gothic style letters. Select “B”. AB Gothic B A(F) A B C D E E F G H II J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A Z SET Font A Z L AB AB M OK S Edit Press the Upper/Lower Case key to select lowercase letters. AB Gothic B A(F) A B C D E E F G H II J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A Z SET Font L AB AB M OK S Edit Select “e”, “a” and “r”. AB Gothic Bear Press the OK key.
Ready to Sew Bear 2 3 min P Siz e Use the Jog keys to adjust the position of the hoop to match the centerlines. 2 1 Color 49x18mm A(F): 126x110mm 1 Jog Keys 2 Centerlines A Z Lower the presser foot. Bear Color Change Press the Start/stop button and sew 5 to 6 stitches. SET Press the Start/stop button again to stop the machine. Jog Jog ST Edit Raise the presser foot, cut off the loose thread close to the beginning of the starting point and lower the presser foot.
2- Letters monogram Example: 2-Letters with a crest AB Gothic A(F) A B C D E E F G H II J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Press the Font key. Select 2-Letters. A Z SET Font A Z L AB AB M OK S Edit 2 Letters Select the Frame. AB Select the letter “A”. A(F) A B C D E E F G H II J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A Z SET Font A Z L AB AB M S OK Edit Select the letter “B”.
Correcting a monogram Gothic BEAT Gothic AB A(F) Gothic AB Gothic Press the Delete key. Inserting a letter AB Example: To insert “E” to “BAT” Gothic AB BEAT key to shift the cursor under the The letter “E” will be deleted. A(F) Gothic Press the Cursor letter to delete. A(F) BAT BAT Example: To delete ”E” from “BEAT” A(F) BEAT BAT Deleting a letter AB Press the Cursor key to shift the cursor under the letter before where you wish to insert a letter. A(F) Select the letter “E”.
PC Card Designs 1 Inserting and ejecting a PC Card Insert a PC card into the slot with the front side facing to you. Push the card until it clicks, then the eject button pops out. 1 PC Card 2 Eject Button NOTE: When the card is properly set, the red bar on the eject button will show. 2 Ejecting the PC card 2 1 Press the Eject Button to eject the PC card. Take out the PC card from the machine.
Card Reader 10000 (optional item) You can download designs from the Memory Cards for Model MC9000 via the Card Reader 10000. Connecting Card Reader 10000 Insert the round connector of the special RS-232C cable into the machine. Insert the 2 plugs into the Card Reader 10000. 1 RS-232C Cable 2 Card Reader 10000 2 1 Insert the Memory card into the Card Reader 10000. Push the card until it clicks. 3 3 Memory Card Selecting a pattern Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 1 2 3 Press the Card Reader Key.
Editing Mode The editing function allows you to modify and combine embroidery patterns to create your own original designs. Editing screen Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm Press the Edit key to open the editing screen. 4 3 2 1 1 Edit Key A Z 8 7 6 5 SET Edit 1 2 The hoop selection window opens to allow you to select the hoop you wish to use.
Selecting the pattern to edit Edit The Patterns from the built-in designs, monograms, PC cards and Memory Cards can be edited. Size A Z SET OK B: 140x200mm Cancel Edit Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 1 2 3 To select the pattern to edit, press the pattern selection key of the desired pattern on the editing screen. 4 A Z 5 6 7 8 SET Edit The selected pattern will be framed.
Moving a pattern To move the embroidery pattern on the editing screen, press and drag the pattern to a desired location with your fingertip. Edit Size NOTE: Do not drag the pattern on the screen with a sharp pointed object. A Z You can move the selected pattern also by pressing the Layout keys. Press the Layout Keys to move the pattern to the desired position on the Edit screen.
Resizing a pattern 1 2 Edit When you press the size key, the size adjusting window will appear. 1 Size Key Size Size OK 100% Cancel 3 You can change the size of embroidery patterns from 90% to 120% of the original pattern size. The size will change 10% each time you press the plus or minus key. Press the Press the key to enlarge the size of the pattern. key to reduce the size of the pattern. OK When you press the OK key, the embroidery pattern in the new size will appear on the Edit screen.
Saving a File Edit An original design created in the Editing Mode can be saved as a file in the internal memory or an ATA PC card. Size A Z Press the Save File key, the Save File window will open. 1 Save file Key SET A(F): 126x110mm OK Cancel Edit 1 Save File (Built-in) M_001 You can select the location to where you want to save the file. Built-in Card 2 File Name 3 Built-in Press the Card key, to select the location either in the internal memory of the sewing machine or an ATA PC card.
Assigning the a name A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 7 8 9 5 6 OK Cancel B.S 9 8 You can assign a file name in the file name window. Press the File Name window. File Name key to open the file name The character keys are displayed in the window. Press the character keys to enter the desired name. Only 8 characters can be entered. Press the Back Space character. B.
Combining a built-in design and monogram Example: To combine built-in design 27 and the word “Apple” Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 26 25 27 28 Select the pattern 41 from the built-in designs. A Z 29 30 31 32 SET Edit Ready to Sew 2 27 6 min Press the Edit key. The pattern image will appear in the editing window. 2 4 Colors P Size 31x36mm A(F):126x110mm Beige Gray 4 3 1 2 223 Cardinal 244 Red Toast A Z 255 Bright Green 206 SET Jog ST Edit Press the Monogram key.
Select “p”, “p” “l” and “e”. AB Gothic A Press the OK key. The word “Apple” will appear in the editing window. A(F) A B C D E E F G H II J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A Z SET Font L AB AB M OK S Edit Move the word under the pattern by dragging it or with the layout keys. Edit Size Size A Z A SET OK OK A(F): 126x110mm Ready to Sew 2 6 min P Size A Beige Gray Cancel Press the OK key and the display will change to the embroidery screen.
Opening a Saved File Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 1 3 2 You can open a file to sew embroidery patterns that you have saved. 4 A Z 6 5 7 When you press the open file key, the open file window will appear. 8 SET Edit Built-in Press the Card key to select the location of the file, either in the internal memory of the machine or in an ATA PC card. Open File(Built-in) Built-in Card M_002 ABC M_001 M_002 1 2 keys to select the desired file to open.
On-screen Help You can view on-screen help for the basic operations of the machine. Press the Help key. The help index window will appear. Designs Hoop Size A(F): 126X110mm 1 2 4 3 A Z 5 6 8 7 SET Edit Select a help topic by pressing one of the ? keys. Index Threading the machine ? ? ? ? ? Winding the bobbin ? Adjusting patterns Changing needles Inserting the bobbin Sensor Buttonholes The illustrated help of the selected topic will be displayed on the screen. NOTE: Press the Return screen.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1 3 WARNING: Turn the power switch off and unplug the machine before cleaning. 1 NOTE: Do not dismantle the machine in any way other than what is explained on this page. 2 Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog 2 Remove the Hook Cover Plate by sliding the hook cover plate release button to the right. Take out the bobbin. Remove dust and lint with a lint brush. (You may also use a vacuum cleaner.
Replacing the Light Bulb WARNING: Turn the power off before replacing the light bulb. The bulb could be HOT, wait until it has cooled down before touching it. 1 To remove: Open the faceplate. Pull out the bulb from the lamp socket. 1 Lamp Socket 2 Light bulb To replace: Insert the bulb into the opening of the socket. Close the face plate.
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Reference 1. Threads have been caught in the hook mechanism. 2. The feed dog is packed with lint. See page 101. The needle thread breaks. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. See page 15. See page 19. See page 18. See page 18. See page 18. See page 78. The bobbin thread breaks. 1. The bobbin thread is not threaded properly in the bobbin holder. 2. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. 3. The bobbin is damaged and doesn’t turn smoothly. See page 14. 1.
Cause Problem Reference Slipping fabric 1. The presser foot pressure is not adjusted correctly 2. The correct presser foot is not being used. See page 20. See page 11 The cloth is not feeding smoothly. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. See page 101. See page 20. Make stitches coarser. See page 27. See page 20. See page 11. The machine does not run. 1. The machine is not plugged in. 2. A thread is caught in the hook race. 3. The control circuit is not working correctly. The feed dog is packed with lint.
STITCH CHART 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Sensor Auto 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 214 00 L.S 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 214 00 L.S 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 214 00 L.S 2 1 3 2 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 214 00 L.S 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 214 00 L.S 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 214 00 L.S 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 214 00 L.S 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 104 214 00 L.
DESIGN CHART 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 106 Pattern 88 is a center lines for calibration of the Cloth Setter.
DESIGN CHART Gothic Script Cheltenham 3-letters / 2-letters 107
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