Brother PC-8200 Owner's Manual

Operation Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using this 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 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 the machine before you change the light bulb. Replace the bulb with same type rated 15 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 working 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 the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10. Keep fingers away from all moving 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 to turn it off 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 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.

SAVE 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 (in the United Kingdom)

Main supply (AC 230/240V~, 50Hz)

DO NOT cut off the main plug from equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power point in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as originally fitted and to replace the fuse cover.

If none the less the main plug is cut off be sure to remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the main supply.

IMPORTANT (in the other countries)

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 leads 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 COLORED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.

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

Blue Neutral

Brown Live

As the colors of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

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

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

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS

Keep the carton and packing materials. You may have to take or send the machine to be repaired. If you do not pack it properly, or do not use the right packing material, the machine could be damaged. Please follow the diagram below to unpack the machine.

IMPORTANT

This packing material is designed to prevent damage. Save this packing material if you need to

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take or send this machine to be repaired.

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU USE THE MACHINE.

To use the machine safely

1. Make sure you watch the needle carefully while you are sewing. Do not touch the balance wheel, thread take-up lever, needle, or other moving parts.

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

• when you have stopped using the machine;

• when you are replacing or removing the needle or any other part;

• if there is a power failure while you are using the machine;

• if you are checking or cleaning the machine.

3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.

To give your machine a longer life

1. Do not store this machine in direct sunlight or in high humidity conditions. Do not use or store the machine near a heater, iron, halogen lamp or other hot objects.

2. Use only mild 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 check the operation manual before you replace or fit the presser feet, the needle, or any other parts to make sure you fit them correctly.

To repair or adjust the machine

If the machine breaks down, or you need to adjust it, first follow the troubleshooting table in the Appendix of this operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem is still there, please consult your local authorized dealer.

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 1

UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................ 3

CONTENTS ......................................................................................................................... 5

1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ..........................................................7

THE MAIN PARTS ...............................................................................................................8

ACCESSORIES ..................................................................................................................... 9

Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 9

USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ................................................................................... 10

Connecting Plugs ............................................................................................................................................10

Main Power and Sewing Light Switch .............................................................................................................11

Foot Controller ................................................................................................................................................11

Checking the Needle ....................................................................................................................................... 11

Replacing the Needle ...................................................................................................................................... 12

Changing the Presser Foot ............................................................................................................................... 13

Flat-Bed Attachment ........................................................................................................................................14

THE CONTROLS ...............................................................................................................15

Pattern Selection Dial ......................................................................................................................................15

Patterns and Stitch Names ............................................................................................................................... 16

Reverse Sewing Lever ...................................................................................................................................... 17

Using a Free-arm Style .................................................................................................................................... 17

THREADING THE MACHINE ............................................................................................18

Winding the Bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 18

Lower Threading .............................................................................................................................................20

Lower Threading (For One-touch lower threading) .......................................................................................... 21

Upper Threading .............................................................................................................................................23

Using the Needle Threader (Models equipped with a needle threader) ............................................................24

Drawing up the lower thread ..........................................................................................................................26

Sewing with a Twin Needle ............................................................................................................................27

Tension of the Thread ..................................................................................................................................... 28

FABRIC,THREAD,AND NEEDLE COMBINATIONS ........................................................... 29

2. STRAIGHT AND ZIGZAG STITCHING .........................................................31

Please Read Before Sewing ............................................................................................................................. 32

Straight Stitching .............................................................................................................................................32

Zigzag Stitching .............................................................................................................................................. 34

3. BUILT-IN STITCHES ......................................................................................35

Blind Hem Stitching ........................................................................................................................................ 36

Elastic Stitching ...............................................................................................................................................36

Overedge Stitching .......................................................................................................................................... 37

4. SEWING BUTTONHOLES AND BUTTONS ..................................................39

Making a Buttonhole ....................................................................................................................................... 40

Adjusting Buttonholes ..................................................................................................................................... 41

Sewing Buttons ............................................................................................................................................... 42

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5. USING ATTACHMENTS AND APPLICATIONS .............................................43

Zipper Insertion ............................................................................................................................................... 44

Gathering ........................................................................................................................................................45

Darning ...........................................................................................................................................................45

Appliqués ........................................................................................................................................................46

Monogramming and Embroidering .................................................................................................................47

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................49

Using the Walking Foot ................................................................................................................................... 49

Using the Quilting Foot ................................................................................................................................... 50

Using the 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot ..................................................................................................................... 51

6. APPENDIX .....................................................................................................53

MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................ 54

Changing the Light Bulb .................................................................................................................................. 54

Cleaning ......................................................................................................................................................... 55

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................................................57

Repacking the Machine ................................................................................................................................... 60

INDEX ............................................................................................................................... 61

1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

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THE MAIN PARTS

1 Bobbin winder (Page 18)

This winds the thread onto the bobbin,which you use for the lower thread.

2 Spool pin (Page 18, 23)

3 Hole for vertical spool pin (Page 27)

This holds a second spool of thread, if you want to sew with two needles.

4 Upper tension-control dial (Page 28)

This controls the tension of the upper thread.

5 Needle threader (Page 24)

This is only available on certain models.

6 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment

(Page 14, 17)

7 Zigzag presser foot (Page 8, 13)

8 Pattern selection dial (Page 15)

You can turn this in either direction to choose the stitch you want.

9 Reverse-sewing lever (Page 17)

You can push this to stitch in the reverse direction.

0 Buttonhole fine-adjustment screw (Page 34, 41)

A Balance wheel

B Main power and sewing light switch (Page 11)

You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off.

C Foot controller jack (Page 10)

Plug in the foot controller plug and connect the machine to the power supply.

D Presser foot lever (Page 23)

E Foot controller (Page 11)

You can use this to control the sewing speed, and to start and stop sewing.

Parts Code for Zigzag Presser Foot: XC4901-051

Foot Controller: Model N Parts Code:XC5458-021 (110/120V Area)

XC5454-021 (220/240V Area) XC5462-021 (U.K.) XC5493-021 (Australia, New Zealand) XC5494-021 (Argentina) XC5495-021 (110/220V Dual Area)

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are stored in the flat-bed attachment. We have designed these accessories to help you carry out most sewing tasks.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

6. 7. 8. 9.

No. Part Name

1 Zipper foot (1 pc.) X59370-051 5 Buttonhole Foot (1 pc.) X59369-251

2 Bobbin (3 pcs.) SA156

Needle Pack (Regular Single

Needle HAX130 (3 pcs.))

4 Twin Needle (1 pc.) X57521-001 9 Darning Plate (1pc.) XC6063-021

Part Code

USA Others USA Others

SFB

(XA5539-151)

129583-001 8 Screwdriver (1 pc.) X55467-051

No. Part Name

6 Button Sewing Foot (1 pc.) X59375-051 7 Extra Spool Pin (1 pc.) 130920-021

Part Code

Optional Accessories

1. 2. 3.

No. Part Name

1 Walking Foot SA107

2 Quilting Foot SA129

3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot SA125

Part Code

U.S.A. Others

F034N

(XC2165-002)

F005N

(XC1948-002)

F001N

(XC1944-002)

Note

● The accessories that come with your machine depend on which model you have bought.

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USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE

WARNING

● Use only regular mains 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 disconnection

• 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.

Connecting Plugs

Connect the power cord plug into the

machine.

Connect the power supply plug into a wall

outlet.

Note

● 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 removing covers or changing bulbs, the machine 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.

Main Power and Sewing Light Switch

This switch turns the mains power and sewing light on or off.

1 Turn on (toward the ‘I’ mark) 2 Turn off (toward the ‘O’ mark)

Checking the Needle

The sewing needle must always be straight and sharp for smooth sewing.

Foot Controller

When you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low speed. When you press harder, the machine’s speed will increase. When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will stop. You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot controller when the machine is not in use.

■ To Check the Needle Correctly:

Put the flat side of the needle on a flat surface. Check the needle from the top and the sides. Dispose of any bent needles safely.

1 Parallel space 2 Level surface (bobbin cover, glass, etc.)

1 Foot controller

CAUTION

● Do not allow pieces of cloth and dust to

build up on the foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock.

Note

(For U.S.A. only)

● Foot Controller: Model N This foot controller can be used for Model

XL-2121, XL-2125, XL-2230.

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• Do not use a lot of force when loosening or

Replacing the Needle

tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged.

CAUTION

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Turn the main power switch off before you change the needle. If you leave the main power on and step on the foot controller, the machine will start and you may be injured.

● Only use sewing-machine needles for

home use. Other needles may bend or break and cause injury.

● Never sew with a bent needle. A bent

needle will easily break and cause injury.

With the flat side of the needle toward the

back of the machine, put the needle in until it touches the needle stopper.

1 2

Remove the power supply plug from the

outlet.

Raise the needle bar to its highest position by

turning the balance wheel counterclockwise.

Lower the presser foot lever.

1 Presser foot lever

Hold the needle with your left hand, and then

use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the needle.

1 Screwdriver 2 Needle clamp screw

1 Needle stopper 2 Needle

While holding the needle with your left hand,

use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp by turning it clockwise.

Put the twin needle in the same way.

CAUTION

● Make sure you push in the needle until it

touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver. If the needle is not in fully, or if the needle clamp screw is loose, the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Changing the Presser Foot

Lower the presser foot lever and fix the

presser foot onto the shank. If the presser foot is in the correct place, the bar should snap in.

CAUTION

Always turn off the power before you

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change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured.

● Always use the correct presser foot for

the stitch pattern you have chosen. If you use the wrong presser foot, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury.

● Only use presser feet that have been

designed to be used with this machine. Using other any presser feet may cause an accident or injury.

You will have to change the presser foot depending on what you want to sew and how.

■ Snap-On Type

Raise the needle to its highest position by

turning the balance wheel toward you (counterclockwise) and raise the presser foot lever.

■ Presser foot installation orientation

Release the foot by raising the lever at the

back of the holder.

1 Presser Foot 2 Shank

Put a different presser foot on the needle plate

so that the bar on the presser foot is in line with the slot on the shank.

CAUTION

● If the presser foot is not installed with the

correct orientation, the needle may strike the presser foot, which may bend or break the needle and cause injury.

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Flat-Bed Attachment

The accessories are stored in a compartment inside the flat-bed attachment.

1 Slide the flat-bed attachment to the left to

open it.

1 Flat-bed attachment 2 Storage compartment

Note

● Put the accessories inside a bag, and then store the bag inside the compartment. If the accessories are not in a bag, they may fall out, and be lost or damaged.

THE CONTROLS

Pattern Selection Dial

Note

● When you use the Pattern Selection Dial to choose a pattern, turn the balance wheel to the front (counterclockwise) to set the needle in the highest position. If the needle is in the down position when you turn the pattern selection dial, the needle, presser foot or fabric may be damaged.

■ 11 stitches

1 234567891011

To choose a stitch, simply turn the pattern selection dial in either direction. Stitch widths and lengths are shown on the following page.

1 Pattern selection dial 2 Chosen pattern number

■ 8 stitches

1 2345678

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Patterns and Stitch Names

11 stitches

Pattern Stitch Name

FOUR-STEP AUTOMATIC

BUTTONHOLE

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Center Needle Position)

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Center Needle Position)

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Left Needle Position)

TRIPLE STRETCH STITCH -

ELASTIC OVERLOCK

STITCH

ZIGZAG STITCH

ZIGZAG (SATIN) STITCH

Stitch Width

[mm(inch)]

5.0

(3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

3.0

(1/8)

5.0

(3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

Stitch Length

[mm(inch)]

0.5

(1/32)

2.5

(3/32)

4.0

(3/16)

2.5

(3/32)

2.5

(3/32)

2.5

(3/32)

1.5

(1/16)

2.0

(1/16)

0.5

(1/32)

Twin

Needle

No 40

Yes 32, 44, 45

Yes 32, 45

No 32, 45

No 32

No 37

Yes 34, 42, 46, 47

No 34, 42, 46, 47

Instruction

Manual Page

8 stitches

Pattern Stitch Name

BLIND HEM STITCH

ELASTIC STITCH

FOUR-STEP AUTOMATIC

BUTTONHOLE

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Center Needle Position)

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Center Needle Position)

STRAIGHT STITCH

(Left Needle Position)

ZIGZAG STITCH

ZIGZAG (SATIN) STITCH

ELASTIC STITCH

5.0

(3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

Stitch Width

[mm(inch)]

5.0

(3/16)

3.0

(1/8)

5.0

(3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

5.0

(3/16)

2.0

(1/16)

1.0

(1/16)

Stitch Length

[mm(inch)]

0.5

(1/32)

2.5

(3/32)

4.0

(3/16)

2.5

(3/32)

1.5

(1/16)

2.0

(1/16)

0.5

(1/32)

1.0

(1/16)

No 36

Twin

Needle

No 40

Yes 32, 44, 45

Yes 32, 45

No 32, 45

Yes 34, 42, 46, 47

No 34, 42, 46, 47

No 36

Instruction

Manual Page

Reverse Sewing Lever

You can use reverse sewing for back tacking and reinforcing seams.

To sew in reverse, push the Reverse Sewing Lever in as far as possible and hold it in that position while you lightly push the foot controller. To sew forward, release the Reverse Sewing Lever. The machine will then sew forward.

1 Reverse sewing lever

Using a Free-arm Style

Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to the free-arm style, lift out the flat-bed attachment.

1 Slide the flat-bed attachment to the left to

release it.

1 Flat-bed attachment

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THREADING THE MACHINE

Winding the Bobbin

CAUTION

● Only use the bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) that has been designed for this

sewing machine. Using of any other bobbin may cause damage to the machine.

● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from older models,

the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)).

Actual size

11.5 mm

(7/16 inch)

This model Older model

1Bobbin-winding tension disc 2Bobbin-winder shaft

Put the spool of thread on the spool pin and

pass the thread around the bobbin-winding tension disc.

CAUTION

● If the spool of thread is not in the right

place, the thread may tangle on the spool pin.

Pass the end of the thread through the hole on

the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin.

Put the bobbin onto the bobbin-winder shaft

and slide the bobbin-winder shaft to the right. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin.

1 Spring on the shaft 2 Groove of the bobbin

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