#JANOME MEMORY CRAFT 6000 SERVICE MANUAL HOW TO#
#JANOME MEMORY CRAFT 6000 SERVICE MANUAL MANUAL#

You CAN service the newer computerized ones, but not to the extent that you can older machines. It will be simpler and tougher than the newer ones, and therefore it can stand a bit more abuse if anything goes wrong (which I doubt will happen.). If I were you, I would begin by following this tutorial with the oldest machine you own. Try those steps and let me know if you see a difference! Delete

#JANOME MEMORY CRAFT 6000 SERVICE MANUAL MANUAL#

Again, check your manual to locate this and then make sure that your dog feed are in the up position.Īlso, does your bobbin thread loop and knot when the stitches become small? This could indicate a tension problem that may be causing the inconsistent stitches. If you can change the pressure, try sewing with several different amounts of pressure and see if it helps.Īre your dog feed up? There should be a little bar with three red triangles on it underneath your machine to the right of your bobbin housing. If you're unsure if your machine has this, check the diagram in your machine's manual. Does your machine have the option to change the pressure on the foot? This is usually a small post on the top left of the machine (that can be pushed down to increase the pressure) with a ring around it that can be pushed to release (which lessens the pressure). Hmmm.It sounds like this could caused by a couple different issues. If you don't have a manual, most can be found online to download, or on sites such as Ebay or Etsy to purchase. The manual will also have helpful diagrams of your machine that you can reference throughout this tutorial. Look for the sections labeled 'maintenance' or 'troubleshooting'. Your manual can be a crucial resource to assist you in this process. Some of you may find that servicing your machine yourself solves problems such as skipped stitches, pulling, tucking, slightly-off tension and will greatly increase the longevity of your machine. I do what I'm about to show you once a month, to ensure my machine stays in good working order. As long as the belts, power cords and tension stay in good condition, I can service it myself.

My sewing machine is used several times every week, for hours on end, and I take it to be professionally tuned about once a year. A tune-up at a sewing machine repair place can cost upwards of $65, and I can tell you that I cannot afford to do that often. I always loved that little end segment, and I never felt that I had enough time to really dive into it.

#JANOME MEMORY CRAFT 6000 SERVICE MANUAL HOW TO#

At the end of one of my favorite classes 'Get to Know Your Sewing Machine' (for those of you in Northern California, you can look at a full list of their amazing classes, here) I would show my students how to maintain their sewing machines. I taught sewing lessons at The Tin Thimble in Loomis, CA for 5+ years.

Janome memory craft 6000 service manual