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Trade-up —repair Original 15000
Melanie Dumas
Hello all,
I received a call from my service person who said my Quiltmaker mc 15000 May be in need of a Janome technician service check. My zigzag (works) is not perfect and needle threader doesn’t work. Most everything else is ok. Should I consider a trade-up or the possibility of a larger repair bill due to the age of my original MC15000? I have had issues with this machine from day one but have a lot invested in it too. Also, will the feet fit on other machines?
I received a call from my service person who said my Quiltmaker mc 15000 May be in need of a Janome technician service check. My zigzag (works) is not perfect and needle threader doesn’t work. Most everything else is ok. Should I consider a trade-up or the possibility of a larger repair bill due to the age of my original MC15000? I have had issues with this machine from day one but have a lot invested in it too. Also, will the feet fit on other machines?
bellecon3
I traded my 12000 for an M7 Continental ( no embroidery) and all the feet fit. The needle threader is still the same old pain in the neck. I just pretend it doesn't exist. Not an exact comparison here
On Sun, Mar 12, 2023 at 2:48 PM Melanie Dumas <ursuladumas@...> wrote:
Hello all,
I received a call from my service person who said my Quiltmaker mc 15000 May be in need of a Janome technician service check. My zigzag (works) is not perfect and needle threader doesn’t work. Most everything else is ok. Should I consider a trade-up or the possibility of a larger repair bill due to the age of my original MC15000? I have had issues with this machine from day one but have a lot invested in it too. Also, will the feet fit on other machines?
It sounds like your service person is not Janome-trained, hence the recommendation of a Janome tech. An imperfect zigzag is probably a mechanical issue, which should not cost that much to fix. Needle threaders are a constant source of trouble, mostly due to the tiny fragile parts needed to push or pull thread through the eye of a needle. Again, that should not be a big expense. To trade up would mean going to the M17, if you stay with Janome. Most 9mm snap-on feet would work on that machine. Acufeed-related feet probably would not. If don't mind spending the money, then a trade-up would be exciting and fun. But if it's going to strain the budget (which is the new normal for most of us), then you may want to opt for repair. In reality, this is a decision only you can make. Don't rely on the fabled "wisdom of the crowd"!
Pam Davison
The feet will fit
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It sounds like your service person is not Janome-trained, hence the recommendation of a Janome tech. An imperfect zigzag is probably a mechanical issue, which should not cost that much to fix. Needle threaders are a constant source of trouble, mostly due
to the tiny fragile parts needed to push or pull thread through the eye of a needle. Again, that should not be a big expense. To trade up would mean going to the M17, if you stay with Janome. Most 9mm snap-on feet would work on that machine. Acufeed-related
feet probably would not. If don't mind spending the money, then a trade-up would be exciting and fun. But if it's going to strain the budget (which is the new normal for most of us), then you may want to opt for repair. In reality, this is a decision only
you can make. Don't rely on the fabled "wisdom of the crowd"!
A. Sandra Clark
Great advice!!
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On Mar 12, 2023, at 3:58 PM, Jim Stutsman via groups.io <onlinesewing@...> wrote:
It sounds like your service person is not Janome-trained, hence the recommendation of a Janome tech. An imperfect zigzag is probably a mechanical issue, which should not cost that much to fix. Needle threaders are a constant source of trouble, mostly due to the tiny fragile parts needed to push or pull thread through the eye of a needle. Again, that should not be a big expense. To trade up would mean going to the M17, if you stay with Janome. Most 9mm snap-on feet would work on that machine. Acufeed-related feet probably would not. If don't mind spending the money, then a trade-up would be exciting and fun. But if it's going to strain the budget (which is the new normal for most of us), then you may want to opt for repair. In reality, this is a decision only you can make. Don't rely on the fabled "wisdom of the crowd"!
Melanie Dumas
Thank you for the zigzag and needle threader insight. Even though my machine has always had issues, I have always enjoyed using it. I am hopeful that a Janome recommended technician will work wonders and allow me more sewing enjoyment.
On Sun, Mar 12, 2023 at 3:57 PM Jim Stutsman via groups.io <onlinesewing=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
It sounds like your service person is not Janome-trained, hence the recommendation of a Janome tech. An imperfect zigzag is probably a mechanical issue, which should not cost that much to fix. Needle threaders are a constant source of trouble, mostly due to the tiny fragile parts needed to push or pull thread through the eye of a needle. Again, that should not be a big expense. To trade up would mean going to the M17, if you stay with Janome. Most 9mm snap-on feet would work on that machine. Acufeed-related feet probably would not. If don't mind spending the money, then a trade-up would be exciting and fun. But if it's going to strain the budget (which is the new normal for most of us), then you may want to opt for repair. In reality, this is a decision only you can make. Don't rely on the fabled "wisdom of the crowd"!
I would get a second opinion from a certified Janome Technician and then you'd have accurate info to help make a decision.
And yes, if money is not an issue, go for it and enjoy your upgrade!
If you check the Janome site for the 9mm feet and which models they will fit, I don't believe I've seen any that won't fit the M17, but I could be wrong.
You'll have to let us know what you decide so we can be excited for you to save money with an inexpensive fix OR that you upgraded to an M17! ;P
And yes, if money is not an issue, go for it and enjoy your upgrade!
If you check the Janome site for the 9mm feet and which models they will fit, I don't believe I've seen any that won't fit the M17, but I could be wrong.
You'll have to let us know what you decide so we can be excited for you to save money with an inexpensive fix OR that you upgraded to an M17! ;P
Fiona Taylor-Williams
I don’t know about everyone else but it is getting harder and harder to find Janome technicians for the higher end machines. My dealer did not sell and does not service the 15000 so I have to take it an hour and a half away and he is swamped. On my last service he ended up sending it to Janome Canada to have it serviced. It makes me nervous about getting another high end machine.
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On Mar 12, 2023, at 9:54 PM, Marsha_Comcast <mminten@...> wrote:
I would get a second opinion from a certified Janome Technician and then you'd have accurate info to help make a decision.
And yes, if money is not an issue, go for it and enjoy your upgrade!
If you check the Janome site for the 9mm feet and which models they will fit, I don't believe I've seen any that won't fit the M17, but I could be wrong.
You'll have to let us know what you decide so we can be excited for you to save money with an inexpensive fix OR that you upgraded to an M17! ;P
Pixey
One thing to consider in this question is what “trading up” would look like for you. There has been an assumption that it would mean going to a CM17, because that is the current TOL machine by Janome. But depending on what features you most use on your 15000, there might actually be other machine options for you to consider.
Because I don’t like risking damage taking my irreplaceable 15000 to Bees or workshops, I also have a Janome 9450 and a 500e embroidery machine. The 9450 has all the sewing features of a 15000 Quiltmaker (including the ruler work applications). But it also goes back to a manual style threader that I find works very nicely. I actually like it better for ruler work and free motion because the very nice table extends further to the back since it does not have an embroidery unit. The 500 series embroidery machines have a few quirks (like needing to be oiled in a lot of locations) but have similar on screen features, sew out nicely, and have good sized hoops that actually are more economical when it comes to stabilizer than the 15000. It works great for most basic embroidery or in the hoop projects, but I would not try to use it for edge to edge quilting projects because of the throat size and arm location. Buying both these machines would be less expensive than buying a CM17.
Additionally, Janome has moved the 14000 (like the 15000 but without wi-fi and fewer optional accessories included) to their Elna line as the Expressive 920. According to my dealer, all the accessories (Feet, hoops, etc.) are cross compatible.
So it all comes down to what you use your 15000 to do.
Just some things to think about,
Pixey
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Because I don’t like risking damage taking my irreplaceable 15000 to Bees or workshops, I also have a Janome 9450 and a 500e embroidery machine. The 9450 has all the sewing features of a 15000 Quiltmaker (including the ruler work applications). But it also goes back to a manual style threader that I find works very nicely. I actually like it better for ruler work and free motion because the very nice table extends further to the back since it does not have an embroidery unit. The 500 series embroidery machines have a few quirks (like needing to be oiled in a lot of locations) but have similar on screen features, sew out nicely, and have good sized hoops that actually are more economical when it comes to stabilizer than the 15000. It works great for most basic embroidery or in the hoop projects, but I would not try to use it for edge to edge quilting projects because of the throat size and arm location. Buying both these machines would be less expensive than buying a CM17.
Additionally, Janome has moved the 14000 (like the 15000 but without wi-fi and fewer optional accessories included) to their Elna line as the Expressive 920. According to my dealer, all the accessories (Feet, hoops, etc.) are cross compatible.
So it all comes down to what you use your 15000 to do.
Just some things to think about,
Pixey
On Mar 12, 2023, at 2:48 PM, Melanie Dumas <ursuladumas@...> wrote:
Hello all,
I received a call from my service person who said my Quiltmaker mc 15000 May be in need of a Janome technician service check. My zigzag (works) is not perfect and needle threader doesn’t work. Most everything else is ok. Should I consider a trade-up or the possibility of a larger repair bill due to the age of my original MC15000? I have had issues with this machine from day one but have a lot invested in it too. Also, will the feet fit on other machines?
A. Sandra Clark
Wow! This is knowledgeable, sensible advice/information.
A. Sandra Clark
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On Mar 15, 2023, at 2:44 PM, Pixey via groups.io <pixeyam@...> wrote:
One thing to consider in this question is what “trading up” would look like for you. There has been an assumption that it would mean going to a CM17, because that is the current TOL machine by Janome. But depending on what features you most use on your 15000, there might actually be other machine options for you to consider.
Because I don’t like risking damage taking my irreplaceable 15000 to Bees or workshops, I also have a Janome 9450 and a 500e embroidery machine. The 9450 has all the sewing features of a 15000 Quiltmaker (including the ruler work applications). But it also goes back to a manual style threader that I find works very nicely. I actually like it better for ruler work and free motion because the very nice table extends further to the back since it does not have an embroidery unit. The 500 series embroidery machines have a few quirks (like needing to be oiled in a lot of locations) but have similar on screen features, sew out nicely, and have good sized hoops that actually are more economical when it comes to stabilizer than the 15000. It works great for most basic embroidery or in the hoop projects, but I would not try to use it for edge to edge quilting projects because of the throat size and arm location. Buying both these machines would be less expensive than buying a CM17.
Additionally, Janome has moved the 14000 (like the 15000 but without wi-fi and fewer optional accessories included) to their Elna line as the Expressive 920. According to my dealer, all the accessories (Feet, hoops, etc.) are cross compatible.
So it all comes down to what you use your 15000 to do.
Just some things to think about,
PixeyOn Mar 12, 2023, at 2:48 PM, Melanie Dumas <ursuladumas@...> wrote:
Hello all,
I received a call from my service person who said my Quiltmaker mc 15000 May be in need of a Janome technician service check. My zigzag (works) is not perfect and needle threader doesn’t work. Most everything else is ok. Should I consider a trade-up or the possibility of a larger repair bill due to the age of my original MC15000? I have had issues with this machine from day one but have a lot invested in it too. Also, will the feet fit on other machines?