Printed model continental m17 · Also documented as Continental M17
substantive evidence
Coverage
What the sources currently support
Machine type: domestic sewing embroidery
Supported domains: bobbin, needle, presser foot
bobbin
supported
needle
supported
presser foot
supported
Unknown is not incompatible. A missing answer means the current official evidence does not support one yet.
Specifications
Documented machine facts
bobbin
bobbin class
Janome J plastic bobbin for horizontal hook machines
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Use “J” plastic bobbins for the horizontal hook
machines (marked with “J” r). Using other bobbins,
such as pre-wound paper bobbins, may cause stitching
problems and/or damage to the bobbin holder.
r • Do not use the easy bobbin or metal bobbins.
Janome Blue Tip #11/75, Red Tip #14/90, Purple Tip #14/90, and universal needles #9/65-#16/100
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Fabric and Needle Chart Fabric Thread Needle
• For general sewing, use a red tip needle.
Lawn • Fine threads and needles should be used for sewing Georgette Cotton #80-100 Blue tip needle fine fabrics. Fine Tricot Synthetic Universal needle
Organza #80-100 #9/65-11/75 • In general, use the same thread for both needle and
Crepe bobbin.
• Use a blue tip needle for sewing fine fabrics, stretch
Sheeting Red tip needle fabrics, tricot and buttonholes to prevent skipped Cotton #50-80 Jersey Purple tip needleMedium Synthetic stitches. Broadcloth Universal needle #50-80 • Use a purple tip needle for sewing knits, free quilting #11/75-14/90 Fleece
and across the hem to prevent skipped stitches.
Denim Red tip needle • Use a stabilizer or interfacing for stretch or fine fabrics Cotton #40-50 Heavy Tweed Purple tip needle to prevent seam puckering. Synthetic weight Coating Universal needle #40-50 • Always test the thread and needle size on a small Quilting #14/90-16/100 piece of the same fabric you will use for actual sewing.
NOTE:
1 x twin needle, 2 x blue tip needle (#11/75), 1 x red tip
needle (#14/90) and 1 x purple tip needle (#14/90) are
included in the needle case (Part No. 859856005).