Brother PC-2800 User Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Read all instructions before using.

D ANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

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

2. Always unplug bef ore changing the light b ulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 12V 5 watts.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

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

2. Use this 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 machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not w orking properly , if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the 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 “ ” 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 awa y from all mo ving parts. Special care is required around the 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 machine to the symbol “ ” position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser f oot, and the like.

15.Always unplug the 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 machine.

SA VE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended for household use.

FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY

If this 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 served 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 T O 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 OUR MACHINE

Your machine is the most advanced computerized household sewing machine. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated, we suggest that you study the manual.

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

For safe operation

1. Be sure to keep your ey e on the needle while se wing. 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 this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, 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 assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

For repair or adjustment

In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first f ollow the troub leshooting tab le in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer.

For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com

CONTENTS BEFORE USE

CHAPTER 1

BEFORE USE

................................................... 4

PART NAMES ...................................................... 4

STANDARD ACCESSORIES............................... 6

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................ 6

OPERATION PANEL ........................................... 7

OPERATION BUTTONS ...................................... 8

Using the operation buttons ........................... 8

POWER SUPPLY................................................. 9

BOBBIN WINDING /

BOBBIN THREAD SETTING ............................. 10

Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin

thread ........................................................... 10

Setting the bobbin ........................................ 12

UPPER THREADING ......................................... 13

Using the extra spool pin and the net .......... 16

STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING ............. 17

“START/STOP” button ................................. 17

Foot controller .............................................. 17

SELECTING A STITCH PATTERN .................... 18

Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch

width and stitch length ................................. 19

THREAD TENSION............................................ 20

Correct upper thread tension ....................... 20

Loosening the upper thread tension ............ 20

Tightening the upper thread tension ............ 21

PRESSER FOOT ............................................... 22

Changing the presser foot............................ 22

Removing the presser foot holder

(while cleaning, etc.) .................................... 22

ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL WALKING FOOT 23

FEED DOG......................................................... 24

NEEDLE ............................................................. 25

Checking the needle .................................... 25

Installing the needle securely....................... 25

FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION

CHART ............................................................... 26

CHAPTER 2

1. SEWING

................................................. 27

TRIAL SEWING.................................................. 27

Sewing using a utility stitch .......................... 27

SETTING THE NEEDLE STOP DOWN

POSITION .......................................................... 29

Canceling the needle stop down position

setting .......................................................... 29

STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH ......................... 30

Adjusting the stitch width ............................. 30

Adjusting the stitch length ............................ 30

USEFUL SKILLS ................................................ 31

Sewing corners ............................................ 31

Sewing curves.............................................. 31

Sewing heavyweight fabrics......................... 32

Sewing lightweight fabrics............................ 32

Using the needle plate ................................. 33

Free-arm sewing .......................................... 33

2. UTILITY STITCHES

................................................. 34

STRAIGHT STITCHES ...................................... 34

Sewing stretch fabrics.................................. 35

Changing the stitch length ........................... 35

Changing the needle position (only “ 1 ” straight stitch (left) and “ 5 ” triple

stretch stitch)................................................ 35

ZIGZAG STITCHES ........................................... 36

Overcasting (using a zigzag stitch) .............. 36

Appliqué (using a zigzag stitch) ................... 36

Patchwork (for crazy quilts).......................... 36

Sewing curves (using a zigzag stitch) .......... 36

OVERCASTING STITCHES .............................. 37

Sewing using stitch 7 or 8........................... 37

Sewing using stitch 4 or 6.......................... 37

OVERCASTING (WHEN USING THE

OPTIONAL SIDE CUTTER) ............................... 38

BLIND HEM STITCHING ................................... 40

Adjusting the needle drop point ................... 41

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING .............................. 42

Buttonhole sewing order .............................. 44

Sewing stretch fabrics (“ 13 ” and “ 14 ”) ......... 44

Odd shaped buttons/Buttons that do not fit

into the button holder plate .......................... 45

Changing the stitch length ........................... 46

Changing the stitch width ............................. 46

EYELET STITCH................................................ 47

Size of eyelet (actual size) ........................... 47

ZIPPER INSERTION.......................................... 48

Centered zipper ........................................... 48

Inserting a side zipper.................................. 49

DART SEAM ...................................................... 51

GATHERING ...................................................... 52

Pulling up the bobbin thread ........................ 53

PINTUCK............................................................ 54

FLAT FELL SEAM.............................................. 55

Finished flat fell seam .................................. 56

APPLIQUÉS ....................................................... 57

Sewing sharp curves.................................... 57

SCALLOP STITCH............................................. 58

SMOCKING STITCH.......................................... 59

FAGOTING......................................................... 60

DECORATIVE STITCHING................................ 61

Decorative stitching...................................... 61

Changing the size of a decorative stitch ...... 61

HEMSTITCH (HEIRLOOM STITCH).................. 62

Hemstitching 1 ............................................. 62

Hemstitching 2 ............................................. 63

TWIN NEEDLE................................................... 64

SEWING............................................................. 66

Sewing attractive finishes ............................ 66

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MAINTENANCE

................................................. 67

CLEANING THE MACHINE ............................... 67

Cleaning the operation panel ....................... 67

Cleaning the machine casing....................... 67

Cleaning the race and shuttle ...................... 67

CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB .......................... 69

TROUBLE SHOOTING ...................................... 70

Trouble with threads and stitches ................ 70

Mechanical trouble ....................................... 71

Alarm............................................................ 71

SEWING CHART

................................................. 72

CONTENTS BEFORE USE

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................................................. 75

Utility stitches ............................................... 75

Decorative stitches....................................... 75

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PART NAMES

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13 2 3

14 4

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7 8 9

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1– Handle 2– Spool cap 3– Thread guide for bobbin winding 4– Needle threader lever 5– Thread cutter 6– Buttonhole lever 7– Needle threader 8– Presser foot

9– Feed dog 10– Bobbin cover 11– Feed dog position switch 12– Upper tension control dial 13– Bobbin winder 14– Balance wheel 15– Sewing speed controller

A– Main power switch and connectors B– Accessory compartment C– Operation panel D– Operation buttons

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A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND

CONNECTORS

1 Main power switch

Use to turn on/off the main power.

2 Foot controller jack

Use to connect the foot controller.

3 Power cord

Use to connect the machine to the power supply.

CAUTION – When leaving the machine unattended, the

main switch of the machine should be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.

– When servicing the machine, or when remov-

ing 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 electrical 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.

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III

★

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 sym-

bol on it.

1 Presser foot symbol

III COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY LIST

The location of each accessory is shown in figure III.

No. Part Name

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 Seam ripper X54243-001 8 Bobbins SA155 XA3812-051 9 Needle set X58358-001

The machine comes with zigzag foot “J” attached.

* The spaces marked with “★” are empty. No en-

closed accessories fit in these spaces. Always use the plastic bobbin which is supplied

with the machine or in the accessory compartment.

* Always use accessories recommended for this

machine.

Part Code

U.S.A. Others

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STANDARD ACCESSORIES

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123

456

789

10 11 12

13 14 15

No. Part Name

Needle set

1 75/11: 2 pcs

90/14: 2 pcs X58358-001 90/14 Ball point needle

(gold colored)

(for stretch fabrics): 2 pcs 2 Cleaning brush X59476-051 3 Screwdriver (large) X55467-051 4 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051 5 Bobbin (3) SA155 XA3812-051 6 Spool cap (small) 130013-053 7 Spool cap (large) 130012-053 8 Eyelet punch 135793-001 9 Spool net* XA5523-050

10 Extra spool pin* XA3336-051 11 Spool felt X57045-051 12 Disc-shaped screwdriver XA2005-051 13 Foot controller XA3931-051 14 Hard case XA2482-051 15 Twin needle X59296-001

Part Code

U.S.A. Others

* 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.

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Note (For U.S.A. only)

Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model PC-2800.

1– Walking foot*

Parts code: SA140, X81065-002

2– Side cutter*

Parts code: X81028-001

3– Stitch guide foot “P”

Parts code: SA160, XA8839-002

4– Quilting foot

Parts code: XA4322-001

* When using the walking foot, refer to page 23. * When using the side cutter, refer to page 38.

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OPERATION PANEL

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1 2 3 4 5 6 87 109 1211 13 14 15 16 17 18 2019

21 22 23 24 2525 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40

12 3

C. OPERATION PANEL

1 Needle stop position switch key

Touch this key to select the needle stop position (the needle position when the machine is not oper ating) to be up or down. When the LED lamp is lit, the needle stop position is down. When the LED lamp is turned off, the needle stop position is up.

2 Stitch pattern switch key

T ouch this k ey to switch the stitch pattern selected by the stitch selection ke y . When the LED lamp is lit, the stitch shown by the mark on the right side of the stitch selection key is selected. When the LED lamp is turned off, the stitch shown by the mark on the left side of the stitch selection key is selected.

3 Stitch selection keys

Touch a key to select the stitch. When the LED lamp is lit, the key is selected. * To change the selection to the stitch on the right or left, use the stitch pattern switch key (2).

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4 Stitch width manual change key

Touch this key when y ou want to change the width of a zigzag stitch or a decor ative stitch. When the LED lamp is lit, you can make adjustments. When the LED lamp is turned off, the stitch width will return to the default value.

5 Stitch width adjustment lever

Use this lever when you want to change the width of a zigzag stitch or a decorative stitch, or when you want to adjust the needle position.

6 Stitch length manual change key

Touch this switch when you want to change the stitch length. When the LED lamp is lit, you can make adjustments. When the LED lamp is turned off, the stitch length will return to the default value.

7 Stitch length adjustment lever

Use this lever when you want to adjust stitch length.

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OPERATION BUTTONS

Using the operation buttons

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D. OPERATION BUTTONS

1 Sewing speed controller

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 reinf orcement stitch, three

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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 b utton lights up

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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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POWER SUPPLY

WARNING

• Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.

• Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances:

- When you are away from the machine

- After using the machine

- When the power fails during use

- When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnec-

tion

- During electrical storms

CAUTION

• Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.

• When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock.

• Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use.

• Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a fire may result.

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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 s witch to ”.

“

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BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD SETTING

Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin thread

CAUTION

Use only bobbins recommended by the manufacturer of this machine (see page 5). Using other bobbins may result in damage or injury.

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2 4,9

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.

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1 Spool cap 2 Spool 3 Spool pin

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

CAUTION

• If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break.

• Use the spool cap (large or small) that is closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may become caught in the slit on the edge the spool and cause the needle to break.

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.

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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

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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

4. Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the shaft and

illustration. Use the cutter to cut the thread.

1 Bobbin winder seat

CAUTION

Be sure to follow the process described. If the thread is not cut with the cutter, and the bobbin is wound, when the thread runs low it may tangle around the bobbin and cause the needle to break.

6. Slide the sewing speed controller to its maximum (as far to the right as possible).

7. Press the “START/ST OP” button. The bobbin will stop winding when it is full.

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8. After the bobbin has stopped moving, press the “ST AR T/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

CAUTION

Setting the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury.

1 Wound evenly 2 Wound poorly

1. Slide open the bobbin cover.

1 Bobbin cover 2 Bobbin cover release button

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

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CAUTION

Be sure the bobbin is set so the thread unrolls in the correct direction. If the thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or the needle to break.

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

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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.

* Y ou can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bob-

bin thread.

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UPPER THREADING

CAUTION

Be sure to thread the machine properly. Improper threading can cause the thread to tangle and break the needle, leading to injury.

Note

When threading the sewing machine, be sure that one of the presser feet mentioned in this Oper ation Manual is installed.

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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.

1 Upper threading shutter

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

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

CAUTION

• If the thread spool and/or spool cap are set incorrectly, the thread may tangle on the spool pin and cause the needle to break.

• Use the spool cap (large or small) that is closest in size to the thread spool. If a spool cap smaller than the thread spool is used, the thread may become caught in the slit on the end of the spool and cause the needle to break.

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

bers.

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.

Threading the take-up lever

1 Thread take-up lever

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5. Lower the presser foot.

6. Guide the thread through the needle clamp thread guide.

1 Needle clamp thread guide

7. 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

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8. 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

9. 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.

* Rotate your right hand slightly to check that the thread is en-

gaged.

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

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

CAUTION

The needle threader lever can only be used with home sewing machine needles size 75/11-100/16. Check the table on page 26 for appropriate needle and thread combinations. Note that, if you are using transparent nylon mono-filament thread, only needles in the range of 90/14-100/16 can be used.

12.Pass the thread underneath the presser foot and pull it out from the rear of the machine by about 50 mm(2").

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

sewing.

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Note

Always raise the presser f oot before removing the upper thread from the machine or damage may occur to the tension unit.

CAUTION

The needle threader lever can not be used to thread the needle when you are using decorative threads or specialty needles like the twin needle and wing needle. When using those types of threads or needles, thread the eye of the needle manually. Make sure the main power switch is OFF when threading the needle manually.

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Using the extra spool pin and the net

Extra spool pin

Use when sewing with metallic thread.

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

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 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 or contact your

dealer for special needles made for decorative and metallic threads.

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 Net 2 Thread spool 3 Spool pin 4 Spool cap

3 2

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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. T ransparent n ylon 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 f oot, lower the presser f oot,

and then press the “START/STOP” button. The sewing machine starts sewing.

* Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed. * Hold down the “START/STOP” button to se w at a slo w speed.

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

Foot controller

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CAUTION

Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in the foot controller. Doing 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 2 Foot controller jack

2. T urn on the sewing machine, then slowly depress the f oot controller to start sewing.

* The speed set using the sewing speed controller 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 on this machine model PC-2800.

UTILITY STITCHES MAINTENANCE

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SELECTING A STITCH PATTERN

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CONTENTS BEFORE USE

This sewing machine is equipped with 40 built-in utility and decorative stitches.

Press the stitch selection key that shows the stitch you want to sew. The LED lamp will light up. If the stitch you want to sew is shown on the right side of the stitch selection key, touch the stitch pattern switch key. The LED lamp will light up.

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* When the LED lamp on the stitch pattern switch

key is lit, the stitch pattern on the right side is selected. When the LED lamp on the stitch pattern switch key is turned off, the stitch pattern on the left side is selected.

* You must press the stitch pattern switch key to

change it. It will not change automatically when another key is pressed (except when the main power switch is turned OFF). Alw a ys chec k the stitch pattern switch key's LED lamp when you make a stitch selection.

1 A lit LED lamp shows the selection. 2 Stitch pattern switch key 3 If the lamp is lit the right side is selected; if

the lamp is turned off the left side is selected.

Note

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

- When the main power switch is turned ON, the stitch pattern switch key's LED lamp will turn off, and the straight stitch (left) is automatically selected.

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Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch width and stitch length

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STITCH

Straight stitch

(Left)

Straight stitch

(Middle)

Zigzag stitch

3 step elastic

zigzag

Triple stretch

stitch

Overcasting

stitch

Blind hem

stitch

Blind hem

stitch stretch

Rounded

buttonhole

Squared

buttonhole

Stretch

buttonhole

Heirloom

buttonhole

Keyhole

buttonhole

Blanket

stitch

Feather

stitch

Fagoting

cross stitch

Scallop

stitch

Eyelet

Stitch width [mm (in.)] Stitch length [mm (in.)]

Auto Manual Auto Manual

0.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–5.0 (0) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

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3.5 0.0–7.0 1.4 0.0–4.0

(1/8) (0–1/4) (1/16) (0–3/16)

5.0 1.5–7.0 1.0 0.2–4.0

(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)

0.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 1.5–4.0 (0) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 1.0–4.0

(3/16) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

3.5 2.5–5.0 2.0 1.0–4.0

(1/8) (3/32–3/16) (1/16) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 2.5–5.0 2.5 1.0–4.0

(3/16) (3/32–3/16) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

0.0

(0) (1/16) (1/16–1/8)

5.0 3.0–5.0 0.4 0.3–1.0

(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

5.0 3.0–5.0 0.4 0.2–1.0

(3/16) (1/8–3/16) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

6.0 3.0–6.0 1.0 0.5–2.0

(15/64) (1/8–15/64) (1/16) (1/32–1/64)

6.0 3.0–6.0 1.5 1.0–3.0

(15/64) (1/8–15/64) (1/16) (1/16–1/8)

7.0 3.0–7.0 0.5 0.3–1.0

(1/4) (1/8–1/4) (1/32) (1/64–1/16)

3.5 2.5–7.0 2.5 1.6–4.0

(1/8) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 1.0–4.0

(3/16) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 2.5–7.0 2.5 1.0–4.0

(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 2.5–7.0 0.4 0.1–1.0

(3/16) (3/32–1/4) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

7.0 7.0, 6.0, 5.0

(1/4)

+3 – –3

(1/4, 15/64, 3/16)

2.5 0.2–5.0

(3/32) (1/64–3/16)

2.0 1.0–3.5

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STITCH

Satin

stitch

Cross stitch

Hemstitching

Decorative

stitch

Stitch width [mm (in.)] Stitch length [mm (in.)]

Auto Manual Auto Manual

7.0 2.5–7.0 0.4 0.1–1.0

(1/4) (3/32–1/4) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

7.0 2.5–7.0 0.4 0.1–1.0

(1/4) (3/32–1/4) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

7.0 2.5–7.0 0.4 0.1–1.0

(1/4) (3/32–1/4) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

7.0 2.5–7.0 0.4 0.1–1.0

(1/4) (3/32–1/4) (1/64) (1/64–1/16)

6.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(15/64) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

6.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(15/64) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

6.0 1.5–7.0 2.5 1.5–4.0

(15/64) (1/16–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 1.5–7.0 4.0 1.5–4.0

(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (3/16) (1/16–3/16)

3.5 1.5–7.0 3.0 1.6–4.0

(1/8) (1/16–1/4) (1/8) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 3.0-7.0 3.5 2.0-4.0

(3/16) (1/8-1/4) (1/8) (1/16-3/16)

4.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 1.0–4.0

(3/16) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 0.0–7.0 1.2 0.2–4.0

(3/16) (0–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)

0.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 1.0–4.0 (0) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/16–3/16)

5.0 1.5–7.0 1.0 0.2–4.0

(3/16) (1/16–1/4) (1/16) (1/64–3/16)

7.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(1/4) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

7.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(1/4) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

7.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(1/4) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

7.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(1/4) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

7.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(1/4) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

7.0 0.0–7.0 2.5 0.2–4.0

(1/4) (0–1/4) (3/32) (1/64–3/16)

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—: Not adjustable

THREAD TENSION

Correct 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 26.) 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 spe-

cial fabric

* when sewing gathers, shirring or shell tucks * when these settings do not give the desired re-

sult

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 Wrong side 2 Right side 3 Upper thread 4 Bobbin thread

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Loosening the upper thread tension

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

1 Bobbin thread 2 Upper thread 3 Right side 4 If the upper thread tension is too strong,

locks appear on the right side of the fabric.

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Tightening the upper thread tension

CONTENTS BEFORE USE

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

1 Upper thread 2 Bobbin thread 3 Wrong side 4 If the upper thread tension is too weak, locks

appear on the wrong side of the fabric.

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PRESSER FOOT

Changing the presser foot

CAUTION

•

Always turn off the power before changing the presser foot. If the power is on and the “Start/ Stop” button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury.

•

Always use the correct presser foot for the selected stitch pattern. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.

•

Only use presser feet for this machine. Using other presser feet may lead to accident or injury.

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 at the back of the presser foot holder, and remove the presser foot.

1 Presser foot holder

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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

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

Use the included disc-shaped screwdriver to loosen the screw of the presser foot holder, and remove the presser foot holder.

Note

When reattaching the presser foot holder , first attach the presser foot to the presser foot holder. Then, lower the presser f oot 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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