Brother PC 3000 User Manual

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Brother PC 3000 User Manual

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SEWINGMACHINE

OPERATION MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”

When using a sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

“Read all instructions before using.” DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock.

1.The sewing machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

2.Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12V 5 watts.

WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.

1.Do not allow this sewing machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the sewing machine is used by or near children.

2.Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3.Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4.Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5.Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6.Do not use outdoors.

7.Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

8.To disconnect, turn the main switch to the symbol “O” position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet.

9.Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10.Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

11.Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

12.Do not use bent needles.

13.Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

14.Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.

15.Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

16.This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

17.Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this sewing machine.

“SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS”

“This sewing machine is intended for household use.”

FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY.

If your sewing machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following.

IMPORTANT

If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.

NOTE

The plug severed from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug.

Always replace the fuse cover, never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.

WARNING

DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER ‘E’, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR YELLOW.

The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue Neutral

Brown Live

As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured black or blue.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured red or brown.

CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING

A BROTHER COMPUTER SEWING MACHINE

Your machine is the most advanced computerized home use sewing machine available. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated into it, we suggest that you study this booklet.

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

For safe operation

1.Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the balance wheel, thread take-up, needle, or other moving parts.

2.Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:

Operation is completed

Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts

A power failure occurs during use

Maintaining the machine

Leaving the machine unattended

3.Do not store anything on the foot controller.

4.Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.

For a longer service life

1.When storing your sewing machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not store the sewing machine beside a space heater, iron, or other hot objects.

2.Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.

3.Do not drop or hit the machine.

4.Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any accessories, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

For repair or adjustment

In the event that a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest authorized Brother service center.

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CONTENTS

 

CHAPTER 1

 

BEFORE USE

 

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4

PART NAMES ......................................................

4

OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES .................

6

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................

6

DISPLAY PANEL .................................................

7

OPERATION BUTTONS ......................................

8

Using the operation buttons ...........................

8

POWER SUPPLY .................................................

9

SCREEN ............................................................

10

About the screen ..........................................

10

Adjusting the brightness of the screen .........

10

LANGUAGE SELECTION KEY ..........................

11

Clearing the language selection ...................

12

BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD

 

SETTING ............................................................

13

Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin

 

thread ...........................................................

13

Setting the bobbin ........................................

15

UPPER THREADING .........................................

16

Using the extra spool pin and the net ..........

18

STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING .............

19

“START/STOP” button .................................

19

Foot controller ..............................................

19

SELECTING A STITCH

 

(UTILITY STITCHES) .........................................

20

Using the “ info ” (information) key .................

20

Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch

 

width and stitch length .................................

21

THREAD TENSION ............................................

22

Correct upper thread tension .......................

22

Loosening the upper thread tension ............

22

Tightening the upper thread tension ............

23

PRESSER FOOT ...............................................

24

Changing the presser foot ............................

24

Removing the presser foot holder (while

 

cleaning, etc.) ...............................................

24

FEED DOGS ......................................................

25

NEEDLE .............................................................

26

Checking the needle ....................................

26

Installing the needle securely .......................

26

FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION

 

CHART ...............................................................

27

CHAPTER 2

 

1. SEWING

 

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28

TRIAL SEWING ..................................................

28

Sewing using a utility stitch ..........................

28

AUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING . 30

Cancelling automatic reinforcement

 

stitching ........................................................

30

STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH .........................

31

Adjusting the stitch width .............................

31

Adjusting the stitch length ............................

31

USEFUL SKILLS ................................................

32

Sewing corners ............................................

32

Sewing folded parts .....................................

32

Sewing curves ..............................................

32

Sewing on thick fabric ..................................

33

Sewing on thin fabric ....................................

33

Using the needle plate .................................

34

Free-arm sewing ..........................................

34

2. UTILITY STITCHES

.................................................

 

 

35

STRAIGHT STITCHES ......................................

 

 

35

Sewing stretch fabrics

..................................

 

36

Changing the stitch length

...........................

36

Changing the needle position ......................

36

ZIGZAG STITCHES ...........................................

 

 

37

Overcasting (using a zigzag stitch) ..............

37

Applique (using a zigzag stitch) ...................

37

Patchwork (for crazy quilts) ..........................

37

OVERCASTING STITCHES ..............................

 

38

06

07

08

38

Sewing using stitch

,

or ....................

Sewing using stitch 05

or

09

38

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OVERCASTING (WHEN USING THE

 

OPTIONAL SIDE CUTTER) ...............................

 

39

BLIND HEM STITCHING ...................................

 

 

41

Adjusting the needle drop point ...................

42

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING ..............................

 

43

Buttonhole sewing order ..............................

 

45

Sewing stretch fabrics (“ 14 ” and “ 15 ”) ...........

45

Buttons that do not fit into the guide plate

 

(Odd-shaped buttons)

..................................

 

46

Changing the stitch length

...........................

47

Changing the stitch width .............................

 

47

BAR TACKING ...................................................

 

 

48

Thick fabrics .................................................

 

 

49

Changing the bar tack stitch length ..............

50

Changing the bar tack stitch width ...............

50

DARNING ...........................................................

 

 

51

Changing the darning stitch length ..............

52

Changing the darning stitch width ................

52

Darning stitch sewing order .........................

53

EYELET STITCH ................................................

 

 

54

Size of eyelet (Actual size) ...........................

54

BUTTON SEWING .............................................

 

 

55

Attaching buttons with four holes .................

56

Attaching a shank to the button ...................

56

ZIPPER INSERTION (CENTERED AND SIDE

 

APPLICATIONS) ................................................

 

 

57

Centered application ....................................

 

 

57

Side application ............................................

 

 

58

DART SEAM ......................................................

 

 

60

GATHERING ......................................................

 

 

61

Pulling out the bobbin thread .......................

62

PINTUCK ............................................................

 

 

63

FLAT FELL SEAM ..............................................

 

 

64

Finished flat fell seam

..................................

 

65

APPLIQUES .......................................................

 

 

66

Sewing the applique around corners or

 

curves ..........................................................

 

 

66

SCALLOP STITCH .............................................

 

 

67

SMOCKING STITCH ..........................................

 

 

68

PATCHWORK STITCH ......................................

 

 

69

FAGOTING .........................................................

 

 

70

DECORATIVE STITCHING ................................

 

71

Decorative stitching ......................................

 

 

71

Shell tacking .................................................

 

 

71

HEM-STITCH (HEIRLOOM STITCH) .................

72

Hem-stitching 1 ............................................

 

 

72

Hem-stitching 2 ............................................

 

 

73

TWIN NEEDLE ...................................................

 

 

74

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3.FONTS AND DECORATIVE STITCHES

.................................................

76

FONT STITCHES ...............................................

76

Combining characters ..................................

77

DECORATIVE STITCHES .................................

78

Selecting a decorative stitch ........................

79

Combining decorative stitches .....................

79

CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION ....

80

CHANGING THE SIZE .......................................

81

Changing the size of a decorative stitch ......

81

CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION .........

82

MEMORY ...........................................................

83

Saving a pattern combination ......................

83

Checking a stored pattern combination .......

83

Recalling a stored pattern combination ........

84

SEWING .............................................................

85

Sewing attractive finishes ............................

85

Sewing .........................................................

86

ADJUSTING STITCH PATTERNS .....................

87

MAINTENANCE

 

.................................................

88

CLEANING .........................................................

88

Cleaning the screen .....................................

88

Cleaning the sewing machine surface .........

88

Cleaning the shuttle .....................................

88

CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB ..........................

90

ERROR MESSAGES

 

.................................................

91

Warning messages ......................................

91

Messages .....................................................

92

Alarm ............................................................

92

Trouble with threads and stitches ................

93

Mechanical trouble .......................................

94

SEWING CHART

 

.................................................

95

HOW TO USE WALKING FOOT

 

(OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)

 

.................................................

97

PATTERNS

 

(PROGRAMMED IN MACHINE)

 

.................................................

98

Utility stitches ...............................................

98

Character sewing .........................................

98

Decorative stitches .......................................

99

3

BEFORE USE

CHAPTER 1

 

 

PART NAMES

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2

 

3

13

4

15

5

 

16

 

6

 

7

8

9

10

11

12

B D C A

1– Handle

2– Spool cap

3– Thread guide for bobbin winding

4– LCD (liquid crystal display)

5– Needle threader lever

6– Thread cutter

7– Buttonhole sewing lever

8– Needle threader

9– Presser foot

10– Feed dog

11– Bobbin cover

12– Feed dog adjustment lever

13– Upper tension control dial

14– Bobbin winder device

15– Balance wheel

16– Speed range control lever

A– Main power switch and connectors B– Accessory compartment

C– Selection keys D– Operation buttons

4

2

1

3

I

 

II

 

1

 

 

 

J

 

III

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

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2

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A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND CONNECTORS

1 Main power switch

Use to turn on/off the main power.

2Foot controller jack

Use to connect the foot controller.

3Power cord

Use to connect the machine to the power supply.

CAUTION

When leaving the sewing machine unattended, the main switch of the machine must be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.

When servicing the sewing machine, or when removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine or the electrical set must be unplugged.

For U.S.A. only

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way.

If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

B. FLATBED ATTACHMENT WITH ACCESSORY COMPARTMENT

I Tilt the lid of the accessory compartment toward you to open it.

II Each presser foot can be identified by the symbol on it.

1 Presser foot symbol

IIICOMPARTMENT ACCESSORY LIST

The location of each accessory is shown in figure III.

No.

Part Name

Part Code

1

Buttonhole foot “A”

X57789-101

 

 

 

2

Overcasting foot “G”

X51162-001

 

 

 

3

Monogramming foot “N”

137988-101

 

 

 

4

Zipper foot “I”

X59370-051

 

 

 

5

Space for Zigzag foot “J”

137748-101

 

 

 

6

Blind stitch foot “R”

X56409-001

 

 

 

7

Button-sewing foot “M”

130489-001

 

 

 

8

Seam ripper

X54243-001

 

 

 

9

Bobbins

136492-151

 

 

 

;

Needle set

X58358-001

 

 

 

*The spaces marked with “ ” are empty. No enclosed accessories fit in these spaces.

*Always use the plastic bobbin which is supplied with the machine or in the accessory compartment.

*Always use BROTHER accessories with this machine.

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OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

 

 

No.

Part Name

 

Part Code

 

 

 

 

 

Needle set

 

 

1

90/14:

4 pcs

X58358-001

14 Golden needle

 

 

 

 

 

(for stretch fabrics):

2 pcs

 

 

 

 

 

2

Cleaning brush

 

X59476-051

 

 

 

 

3

Seam ripper

 

X54243-001

 

 

 

 

4

Screwdriver (large)

 

X55467-051

 

 

 

 

5

Screwdriver (small)

 

X55468-051

 

 

 

 

6

Bobbin (3)

 

136492-151

 

 

 

 

7

Spool cap (small)

 

130013-053

 

 

 

 

8

Spool cap (large)

 

130012-053

 

 

 

 

9

Eyelet punch

 

135793-001

 

 

 

 

10

Net*

 

XA5523-050

 

 

 

 

11

Extra spool pin*

 

XA3336-051

 

 

 

 

12

Spool felt

 

X57045-051

 

 

 

13

Disc-shaped screwdriver

XA2005-051

 

 

 

 

14

Foot controller

 

XA3931-051

 

 

 

 

15

Hard case

 

XA2482-051

 

 

 

 

16

Twin needle

 

X59296-001

 

 

 

 

*Always use a thread net with metallic threads.

*When using special threads which quickly wind off the thread spool, place a net over the spool before sewing.

*The extra spool pin, which is provided as an accessory, should be attached to the

end of the bobbin winder shaft during use.

Note (For U.S.A. only)

Foot controller: Model N5V

This foot controller can be used for sewing machine model PC-3000.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

1

2

3

4

1– Walking foot*

Parts code: X81065-001

2– Side cutter

Parts code: X81028-001

3– Stitch guide foot “P” Parts code: X51804-001

4– Quilting foot

Parts code: XA4322-001

*If using the walking foot, please refer to page 97 for HOW TO USE WALKING FOOT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY).

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DISPLAY PANEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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9

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

4

 

info

cfm

clear

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

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memory

enter

 

 

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B

 

 

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C. DISPLAY PANEL

1Stitches and patterns

The utility stitches (00 ~ 29).

2Screen

The number of the selected stitch, the patterns, suggested presser foot and any messages or errors are shown here.

3Stitch width keys

Touch this key to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch.

4Stitch length keys

Touch this key to adjust the length of the stitch.

5Screen brightness control lever

Slide this lever to adjust the brightness of the screen when messages are difficult to read.

6Font/decorative stitch key

Touch this key to select the decorative, block letter, script or outlined letter stitches.

7Automatic reinforcement stitching key

Before starting to sew, touch this key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and the end of the stitch.

8Stitch selection keys

Touch these keys to enter the number of the stitch that you wish to use. A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the stitch.

9“info” (information) key

Touch this key to display information on the selected stitch.

0“cfm” (confirmation) key

Touch this key to confirm that the characters selected for a pattern combination are correct.

A“clear” key

Touch this key when the wrong character is selected. Each press of this key erases one character.

B“memory” key

Touch this key to store the created pattern combination in the memory.

C“enter” key

Touch this key to combine patterns.

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OPERATION BUTTONS

Using the operation buttons

2 1

 

3

 

3

 

4

5

START

STOP

 

2 1

3

3

4

D. OPERATION BUTTONS

1Speed range control lever

Slide this lever to change the sewing speed.

2“NEEDLE POSITION” button

Press this button to move the needle either up or down.

3“REVERSE STITCH” button

Hold down this button to sew either backwards or in the same place at a slow speed. When sewing a reverse stitch, sewing is done in reverse. When sewing a reinforcement stitch, three stitches are sewn at the same position.

4“START/STOP” button

This lighted button changes to green when the machine is ready to start or while it is sewing. If the machine cannot be started, this button changes to red. In addition, this button lights up in orange while the bobbin thread is winding onto the bobbin (the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right).

*Sewing continues at a slow speed while this button is pressed.

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8

POWER SUPPLY

WARNING

When leaving the sewing machine unattended or when it is not being used, turn off the main power switch of the machine or remove the plug from the wall outlet.

CAUTION

Do not use this sewing machine with extension cords or multi-plug adaptors, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur.

Do not remove the plug from the wall outlet with wet hands, otherwise an electric shock may occur.

When unplugging the power cord, turn off the main power switch of the machine, then grasp the plug and pull to unplug the cord. Pulling on the cord may damage it or cause a fire or an electric shock.

Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted or bundled. In addition, do not place heavy objects on the cord or subject it to heat, otherwise the cord may be damaged or a fire or an electric shock may occur.

If the power cord or plug are damaged, contact your nearest authorized Brother dealer or service center.

If the sewing machine is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the power cord, otherwise a fire may occur.

1

1. Insert the plug into a wall outlet.

1 Main power switch

2.Set the main power switch to “ I ”.

3.To turn off the sewing machine, set the main power switch to

”.

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SCREEN

 

 

 

3

 

4

1

Shows the presser foot symbol.

 

 

 

Shows whether the automatic reinforcement

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

stitching is turned on or off.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

Displays an example of the selected stitch and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

any messages or errors.

2

4 Shows the number of the selected stitch.

5 6 5 Shows the width of the stitch.

Normally, the appropriate stitch width for the selected stitch is shown in white numbers on a black background. If the stitch width is manually adjusted, it will appear in black numbers with no background.

6 Shows the length of the stitch.

Normally, the appropriate stitch length for the selected stitch is shown in white numbers on a black background. If the stitch length is manually adjusted, it will appear in black numbers with no background.

Automatic/manual display

Automatic (standard value)

Manual (set value)

If no value is displayed, the setting cannot be adjusted.

About the screen

Note

Some or all of the screen may become darker or lighter at times due to changes in the ambient temperature around the screen. This is normal and is not a sign of a malfunction. Adjust the screen if it is difficult to read. Please refer to instructions for adjusting the brightness of the screen.

Adjusting the brightness of the screen

When the screen is hard to read, slide the screen brightness control lever to adjust the brightness of the screen. If the screen is too light, slide the lever up; if the screen is too dark, slide the lever down.

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LANGUAGE SELECTION KEY

Example: To change the display language to

Spanish.

1. Turn off the sewing machine, then while holding down the information key, turn the sewing machine on again.

2. Press the “ ” stitch length key five times.

3. Press the enter key to change the display language.

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Clearing the language selection

Example: To change the display language from Spanish back to English

1. Turn off the sewing machine, then while holding down the information key, turn the sewing machine on again.

2. Press the “ ” stitch length key five times.

3. Press the enter key to change the display language.

CAUTION

– This function can not be used as a translation function.

– If the power supply is turned off, the current language setting will be retained and will not be cleared.

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BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD SETTING

Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin thread

CAUTION

Be sure to use the specified bobbin (part code 136492-151). Using a different bobbin may result in injuries or damage.

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2

4,9

5

6

7,8

1

3

 

 

 

1

2

 

 

3

 

1

2

1.Connect the machine to the power supply and turn on the main power.

2.Place the spool of thread on the spool pin. The thread end should come from the bottom front of the spool. The spool cap closest to the thread spool size should be used to hold the spool securely on the spool pin.

1 Spool cap

2 Spool

3 Spool pin

*The spool cap should be pushed on as far as it will go.

Note

If using a fine thread such as cross wound thread, slightly separate the spool cap (small) from the spool of thread before using it.

1 Cross wound thread

2 Spool cap (small)

3 Gap

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3.Pass the thread through the thread guide as shown by the arrows.

2

1

1

2

1

2

3

1

4.Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the shaft and place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft. Then, push the bobbin winder shaft to the right.

1 Spring on the shaft

2 Groove of the bobbin

5.Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin four or five times, pass the end of the thread through the slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread in the direction shown in the illustration. Use the cutter to cut the thread.

1 Bobbin winder seat

6.Slide the speed range control lever to its maximum (as far to the right as possible).

7.Press the “START/STOP” button. The machine will stop automatically when the bobbin is full.

8.After the bobbin has stopped moving, press the “START/STOP” button to stop the machine.

9.Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin.

Note

Immediately after winding the bobbin, it is normal to hear the sound of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or manually turning the balance wheel.

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Setting the bobbin

1

2

1. Slide open the bobbin cover.

1 Bobbin cover

2 Bobbin cover release button

2.Insert the bobbin into the shuttle with the thread direction as shown in the diagram.

1

3.Guide the thread end through the slit, then pull the thread toward you to cut off any excess thread.

1 Built-in thread cutter

1

2

4.Close the bobbin cover by placing the left end in place and pressing down lightly on the right end so that it snaps into place.

*You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread.

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UPPER THREADING

Note

When threading the sewing machine, be sure that one of the presser foot mentioned in this Operation Manual

is installed.

3

4

6

1

5

 

 

2

1.Raise the presser foot lever. (If the presser foot is not raised, the upper thread cannot be threaded.)

Note

In order to ensure that the upper threading is done correctly, this sewing machine is equipped with an upper threading shutter which prevents upper threading or needle threading while the presser foot is lowered.

2. Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle.

3.Place the spool of thread on the spool pin so that the thread comes from the front of the spool.

16

2

1

 

 

1

2

 

4.While holding the end of the thread with your left hand, pass the thread through the guides in the order shown by the numbers.

Note

-If the thread is pushed down at 1 to make it taut, it can be passed around the other thread guides more easily.

-Incorrectly feeding the thread will result in faulty sewing.

1 Thread take-up lever

Threading the take-up lever

4

1

5.Lower the presser foot.

6.Guide the thread through the wire loop and thread through needle eye.

 

1

Wire loop

 

*

You do not need to pull the bobbin thread up before you start

 

 

sewing.

1

7.

Pass the thread underneath the presser foot and pull it out

 

from the rear of the machine by about 5 cm.

 

 

 

Note

 

Always raise the presser foot before removing the upper thread from

 

the machine or damage may occur to the auto thread tension unit.

5

1

2

8.When using the auto-threading device, gently pull the thread towards you.

1 Needle threader lever

2 Guide (Large hook)

*Lowering the presser foot will engage the automatic tension and will allow you to grip the thread as you proceed.

5

1 1

2

9.Lower the needle threader lever all the way down using your left index finger. Check that the thread is held by the guide (large hook) and that the third hook on the needle threader has passed through the eye of the needle.

1 Second set of hooks

2 Third hook

10.As you lower the needle threader lever, pull the thread to the left and catch it on the large hook. When the needle threader lever is in the lowest position, pull the thread in front of the needle’s eye and catch it on the third hook.

17

5

*Rotating your right hand slightly to check that the thread is engaged.

11.While gently holding the thread, raise the needle threader lever.

12.Pull the thread towards the rear to finish the upper threading.

13.Pass the thread underneath the presser foot and pull it out

from the rear of the machine by about 5 cm.

Using the extra spool pin and the net

Extra spool pin

 

Use when embroidering with metallic thread.

3

1.

Insert the extra spool pin onto the end of the bobbin winder shaft.

2

2.

Install the spool felt and the thread spool in that order, and then thread the upper

 

 

thread.

 

1

Insert the extra spool pin into the end of the bobbin winder shaft

1

 

2

Spool felt

 

3

Thread spool

 

*When setting the thread spool, set it so that the thread winds off from the front of the spool.

*If using metallic thread, we recommend that you use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle.

Note

This method keeps the thread from twisting as it comes off the spool pin.

Net

If using special threads which wind quickly off the thread spool, attach a net to the spool before using.

*

Cut the net to match the size of the spool.

1

 

1

Net

4

 

 

 

2

Thread spool

 

 

3

Spool pin

2 3

 

4

Spool cap

4

Depending on the model, the net may be available as an optional part.

Needle

Thread (cotton)

 

 

65/9

#30, 50, 60

 

 

75/11

#30

 

 

90/14

#30

 

 

100/16

#20

 

 

Note

The auto-threading device cannot be used with the combinations shown at left.

Transparent nylon thread can be used regardless of the chart providing needle used is 90/14 to 100/16.

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STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING

“START/STOP” button

1 Place the fabric under the presser foot, lower the presser foot, and then press the “START/STOP” button. The sewing machine starts sewing.

*Slide the speed range control lever to adjust the sewing speed.

*Hold down the “START/STOP” button to sew at a slow speed.

2. Press the “START/STOP” button to stop the sewing machine.

Foot controller

Note

Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in the foot controller.

1Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.

1. With the sewing machine turned off, insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the sewing machine.

1 Foot controller

22 Foot controller jack

2.Turn on the sewing machine, then slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing.

*The speed set using the speed range control lever is the foot controller’s maximum sewing speed.

3. Release the foot controller to stop the sewing machine.

*When the foot controller is being used, the “START/STOP” button has no effect on the sewing.

Note (For U.S.A. only)

Foot controller: Model N5V

This foot controller can be used for sewing machine model PC3000.

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SELECTING A STITCH (UTILITY STITCHES)

1

2

0 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9

This sewing machine is equipped with 30 built-in utility stitches.

Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the stitch that you wish to use. A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the stitch. The selected stitch is shown on the screen.

Note

Before changing the stitch, press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle.

Using the “ info ” (information) key

1. Touch “ info ” to display information on the selected stitch.

1 2 3 4 info

6 7 8 9

2. Information on the selected stitch is displayed.

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Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch width and stitch length

STITCH

 

 

Stitch width [mm (in.)]

Stitch length [mm (in.)]

STITCH

 

 

 

Stitch width [mm (in.)]

Stitch length [mm (in.)]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Auto

Manual

Auto

Manual

 

 

 

 

Auto

Manual

Auto

Manual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Straight

00

 

 

2.5

0.2–5.0

 

19

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Center)

 

 

(3/32)

(1/128–13/64)

Darning

 

 

 

7.0

2.5–7.0

2.0

0.4–2.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Straight

01

 

[0.0

0.0–7.0

2.5

0.2–5.0

20

 

(9/32)

(3/32–9/32)

(5/64)

(1/64–3/32)

 

 

 

(Left)

 

 

(0.0)]

(0–9/32)

(3/32)

(1/128–13/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

02

 

[0.0

0.0–7.0

2.5

1.5–2.5

 

21

 

2.0

1.0–3.0

0.4

0.3–1.0

Triple stitch

 

 

Bar tack

 

 

 

 

 

(0.0)]

(0–9/32)

(3/32)

(1/16–3/32)

 

 

 

(5/64)

(3/64–1/8)

(1/64)

(1/64–3/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

03

 

1.0

1.0–3.0

2.5

1.0–4.0

 

22

 

7.0

7.0, 6.0, 5.0

7.0

7.0, 6.0, 5.0

Stretch stitch

 

 

Eyelet

 

 

 

(3/64)

(3/64–1/8)

(3/32)

(3/64–5/32)

 

 

 

(9/32)

(9/32–13/64)

(9/32)

(9/32–13/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zigzag

04

 

3.5

0.0–7.0

1.4

0.0–4.0

Button sewing

23

 

3.5

2.5–4.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8)

(0–9/32)

(1/16)

(0–5/32)

 

 

 

(1/8)

(3/32–3/16)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

05

 

5.0

1.5–7.0

1.0

0.2–4.0

 

24

 

3.5

2.5–5.0

2.5

1.6–2.5

Elastic zigzag

 

 

Applique

 

 

 

 

 

(13/64)

(1/16–9/32)

(3/64)

(1/128–5/32)

 

 

 

(1/8)

(3/32–13/64)

(3/32)

(1/16–3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

06

 

3.5

2.5–5.0

2.0

1.0–4.0

 

25

 

5.0

2.5–7.0

0.4

0.1–1.0

 

 

 

Scallop

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/8)

(3/32–13/64)

(5/64)

(3/64–5/32)

 

 

 

(13/64)

(3/32–9/32)

(1/64)

(1/192–3/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

07

 

5.0

2.5–5.0

2.5

1.0–4.0

 

26

 

5.0

2.5–7.0

2.5

1.0–2.5

 

 

 

Patchwork stitch

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13/64)

(3/32–13/64)

(3/32)

(3/64–5/32)

 

 

 

(13/64)

(3/32–9/32)

(3/32)

(3/64–3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overcasting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

08

 

5.0

3.5–5.0

2.5

1.0–4.0

 

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5.0

0.0–7.0

2.5

2.5–3.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Smocking

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13/64)

(1/8–13/64)

(3/32)

(3/64–5/32)

 

 

 

(13/64)

(0.0–9/32)

(3/32)

(3/32–1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

09

 

5.0

0.0–7.0

2.5

0.5–3.0

 

28

 

5.0

2.5–7.0

2.5

1.0–2.5

 

 

 

Fagoting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13/64)

(0.0–9/32)

(3/32)

(1/64–1/8)

 

 

 

(13/64)

(3/32–9/32)

(3/32)

(3/64–3/32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

 

 

 

 

29

 

4.0

0.0–7.0

2.5

1.0–4.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Decorative stitch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(5/32)

(0.0–9/32)

(3/32)

(3/64–5/32)

 

 

 

0.0

 

2.0

1.0–3.5

 

 

 

 

Blind hem stitch

 

 

+3 – –3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11

 

(0.0)

(5/64)

(3/64–1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

—: Not adjustable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12

 

5.0

3.0–5.0

0.4

0.3–1.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13/64)

(1/8–13/64)

(1/64)

(1/64–3/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

13

 

5.0

3.0–5.0

0.4

0.2–1.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(13/64)

(1/8–13/64)

(1/64)

(1/128–3/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

 

6.0

3.0–6.0

1.0

0.5–2.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/4)

(1/8–1/4)

(3/64)

(1/64–5/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15

 

6.0

3.0–6.0

1.5

1.0–3.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Buttonhole

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(1/4)

(1/8–1/4)

(1/16)

(3/64–1/8)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

17

 

7.0

3.0–7.0

0.5

0.3–1.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(9/32)

(1/8–9/32)

(1/64)

(1/64–3/64)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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THREAD TENSION

Correct upper thread tension

 

 

 

5

4

3

 

6

 

2

 

 

 

1

 

2

3

4

Loosening the upper thread tension

The thread tension is normally set on “4” for general sewing applications. (Refer to the FABRIC/ THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART on page 27.)

However, the thread tension dial can be used to adjust the tension of the upper thread in the following cases.

*when using specialty threads or sewing on special fabric

*when sewing gathers, shirring or shell tucks

*when the normal settings do not give the desired result

The upper thread and the bobbin thread should cross at about the center of the fabric. If the thread tension is incorrectly set, flat attractive seams will not be sewn or the fabric will pucker.

1 Reverse side

2 Surface

3 Upper thread

4 Bobbin thread

5

4

 

6

3

2

1

Turn the thread tension dial to the left to loosen the upper thread tension.

3

2

1 Bobbin thread

2 Upper thread

3 Surface

4If the upper thread tension is too strong, locks appear on the surface of the fabric.

4

22

Tightening the upper thread tension

5

6

4

Turn the thread tension dial to the right to tighten the upper thread tension.

3

2

4

1

Upper thread

2

Bobbin thread

3

3

Reverse side

4

If the upper thread tension is too weak, locks

 

 

 

appear on the reverse side of the fabric.

1

 

 

2

 

 

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PRESSER FOOT

Changing the presser foot

1.Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power.

2.Raise the presser foot lever.

3.Press the black button located at the back of the presser foot holder to release the foot.

1

1 Presser foot holder

4.

Place the presser foot pin directly below the holder-end and

 

lower the presser foot lever to attach the presser foot.

1

Holder-end

2

Foot pin

1

 

2

 

Removing the presser foot holder (while cleaning, etc.)

Loosen the presser foot holder screw, then pull the presser foot holder down to remove it.

Note

When reattaching the presser foot holder, first attach the presser foot to the presser foot holder. Then, lower the presser foot lever, install the presser foot holder and securely tighten the presser foot holder screw. The thread tension may be inaccurate if the presser foot holder is incorrectly attached.

1 Disc-shaped screwdriver

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FEED DOGS

With the accessory compartment off the machine, the feed dog adjustment lever can be seen on the base of the sewing machine. Sliding the lever to the right will lower the feed dogs, for example during button sewing.

If you wish to continue sewing normally, slide the lever to the left in order to raise the feed dogs.

The feed dogs cannot be raised if the balance wheel does not turn, even if the lever is slid to the left.

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NEEDLE

Checking the needle

Place the needle on a flat surface and check whether the space between the needle and the flat surface is parallel or not.

If the space is not parallel then the needle is bent and should be

1thrown away to prevent damage to your project or to the machine.

 

 

 

 

 

Space between the needle and the flat surface

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

1

2

Flat surface (needle plate, glass, ruler, etc.)

 

 

 

 

Installing the needle securely

1.Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle.

2.Turn off the power and lower the presser foot.

3. Loosen the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver.

4. Pull out the needle.

CAUTION

Do not loosen or tighten the needle clamp screw with a strong force, otherwise it may be damaged

5. With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the nee- 1 dle as far as it will go up against the needle stopper. Fasten

the screw securely with a screwdriver.

1 Needle stopper

6. Turn the power on.

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FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART

Today there are many different types of needles to suit a variety of sewing needs. Be sure to select the correct needle for a specific sewing project. For example, there are needles for denim material and others for sewing with metallic threads.

 

 

Thread

 

 

Sewing fabrics

 

 

 

Needle size

Type

 

Size

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Broad cloth

Cotton

 

60-80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Medium

Taffeta

Synthetic

 

60-80

11-14

mercerized

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flannel, Gabardine

Silk

 

50-80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lawn

Cotton

 

60-80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thin

Georgette

Synthetic

 

60-80

9-11

mercerized

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Challis, Satin

Silk

 

50-80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Denim

Cotton

 

40-50

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thick

Corduroy

Synthetic

 

50

14-16

mercerized

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tweed

Silk

 

50

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jersey

Synthetic

 

 

Golden needle

 

 

 

 

Stretch

 

mercerized

 

50

 

 

11-14

 

Tricot

(Thread for knits)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cotton

 

50-80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Easily frayed fabric

Synthetic

 

50-80

9-14

mercerized

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Silk

 

50-80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Synthetic

 

30

 

 

 

mercerized

 

 

For top stitching

 

 

14-16

 

 

 

Silk

 

30

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Use the golden needle when sewing on stretch fabrics and fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur.

*Use a needle with a size between 14 and 16 when sewing with transparent nylon thread.

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