On my Janome MC 4000 I use the 1/4 inch foot, but I have to move the needle over 1 notch to the right. This means I have to hit the "move" button twice. The needle does not hit the 1/4 inch foot on this setting. I think, maybe it is that I have my fabric right up against the edge of the foot. But, who wouldn't do that? That pesky 1/4" seam... OMG.