FAQ - Janis
General questions
Here you can find the actual instruction manual: LINK
With this machine you can sew up to 750 +/- 50 stitches per minute.
Although this sewing machine is not designated as a children's machine and does not include any finger protection for children, it is easy to use and suitable for beginners, which is why it is often very popular for usage with children.
It has 9 stitch patterns, including straight, zigzag and blind stitch, as well as a 4-step buttonhole function.
Both sewing machines are perfect for beginners and offer 9 stitch patterns. Visually, the two differ greatly from each other, but their functions are very similar. For example, with the VERITAS Laura you can individually regulate the stitch length, while the VERITAS Janis has a preset stitch length. The two machines also differ in their accessories. The VERITAS Laura comes with more sewing feet than the other sewing machine.
Functions
Stitch length and width are preset for each stitch pattern and cannot be adjusted individually.
Yes, there is a reverse sewing button for sewing the beginning and end of seams.
Yes. The thread tension is adjusted with a dial on the top of the machine, the default setting of which is "4". The correct setting is important for good sewing results and depends on the fabric-stitch combination.
Yes, the machine has an integrated thread cutter.
No, VERITAS Janis does not have a needle threader.
Maintenance
The sewing machine must be unplugged for maintenance and cleaning. The needle plate can be removed and the feed dog and bobbin case cleaned with a brush. The hook should be regularly cleaned of lint and thread residue and lubricated with sewing machine oil (not included! Do not use regular cooking oil!). It is important to maintain the machine regularly to ensure a long service life.
Accessories
The VERITAS Janis is supplied with the following accessories: All-purpose foot (already installed), zipper foot, buttonhole foot, quality needles, three bobbins, two felt pads for thread spools, embroidery and darning plate, cleaning brush/seam ripper, L-screwdriver
You can order spare parts and accessories in our online shops:
If you cannot find the item you need in our shop, please contact: shop@home-sewing.com
Service & Support
You can find a list of our service centers in each country here: LINK