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Janome 8002D / 7034D needle size

The exact machine name and needle system determine fit. This page transcribes the cited manufacturer manual and keeps fabric use, insertion and specialty-needle notes together.

Fabric and size chart

• Lightweight (Organdy, Georgette, Lawn, Crepe de chine, Lining) → HA-1 SP No. 11
• Mediumweight (Cotton, Linen, Satin, Ordinary fabric) → HA-1 SP No. 11 – 14
• Heavyweight (Tweed, Coating, Denim, Doeskin, Thick fabric) → HA-1 SP No. 14
• Knits (Knitted fabric) → HA-1 SP No. 11 – 14

Insert and replace

Flat side to the back. Right needle: push up until the top touches the stopper pin. Left needle: push up until the top touches the edge of the needle bar. Correctly set, the left needle is higher than the right.

Other manual notes

• Your overlock uses standard sewing needles (HA-1 SP, No.11, No.14).
• Standard accessories include a set of needles.

Manufacturer source

Janome 8002D Instruction Book ↗

Source market: US (Janome America, janome.com) / English · Checked October 20, 2026. Verify the full model label, fabric and current manual before sewing.

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