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USER MANUAL PC-3000 BROTHER

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"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

  1. Do not store anything on the foot controller.

  2. 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.

CHAPTER 1

BEFORE USE

...... 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

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

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 Sewing using stitch , or .... 38 Sewing using stitch or .... 38

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 (“☐” and “☐”) .... 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

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

PART NAMES

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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

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A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND CONNECTORS

①Main 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.

①Presser foot symbol

III COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY LIST

The location of each accessory is shown in figure III.

No.Part NamePart Code
1Buttonhole foot “A”X57789-101
2Overcasting foot “G”X51162-001
3Monogramming foot “N”137988-101
4Zipper foot “I”X59370-051
5Space for Zigzag foot “J”137748-101
6Blind stitch foot “R”X56409-001
7Button-sewing foot “M”130489-001
8Seam ripperX54243-001
9Bobbins136492-151
10Needle setX58358-001

* 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.

OTHER ENCLOSED ACCESSORIES

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No.Part NamePart Code
1Needle set90/14: 4 pcs14 Golden needle(for stretch fabrics): 2 pcsX58358-001
2 Ccleaning brush X59476-051
3 Sseam 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 punch135793-001
10 Net*XA5523-050
11 Extra spool pin*XA3336-051
12 Spool feltX57045-051
13 Disc-shaped screwdriverXA2005-051
14 Foot controllerXA3931-051
15 Hard caseXA2482-051
16 Twin needleX59296-001

* 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.

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Note (For U.S.A. only)

Foot controller: Model N5V

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

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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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).

DISPLAY PANEL

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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.

⑩“cfm” (confirmation) key

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

⑪ "clear" key

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

⑫ "memory" key

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

⑬ "enter" key

Touch this key to combine patterns.

OPERATION BUTTONS

Using the operation buttons

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    B --> C["Directional Arrow ②"]
    C --> D["Directional Arrow ③"]
    D --> E["Directional Arrow ④"]
    E --> F["Directional Arrow ⑤"]
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    C --> D["4"]
    D --> E["5"]
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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.

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.

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  1. Insert the plug into a wall outlet.

①Main power switch

  1. Set the main power switch to "I".
  2. To turn off the sewing machine, set the main power switch to "O".

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SCREEN

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①Shows the presser foot symbol.
②Shows whether the automatic reinforcement stitching is turned on or off.
③Displays an example of the selected stitch and any messages or errors.
4 Shows the number of the selected stitch.

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

2.5 Automatic (standard value) 0.6 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

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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.

LANGUAGE SELECTION KEY

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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.

Clearing the language selection

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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.

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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  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.

①Spool cap
②Spool
③Spool pin

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

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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.

①Cross wound thread
②Spool cap (small)
③Gap

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

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  1. 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.

①Spring on the shaft

②Groove of the bobbin

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  1. 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.

①Bobbin winder seat

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

  2. Press the "START/STOP" button. The machine will stop automatically when the bobbin is full.

  3. After the bobbin has stopped moving, press the "START/STOP" button to stop the machine.

  4. 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.

Setting the bobbin

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  1. Slide open the bobbin cover.

①Bobbin cover
②Bobbin cover release button

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

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

①Built-in thread cutter

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  1. 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.

UPPER THREADING

Note

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

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  1. Press the "NEEDLE POSITION" button to raise the needle.

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

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  1. 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.

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①Thread take-up lever

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  1. Lower the presser foot.

  2. 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. 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.

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

①Needle threader lever

②Guide (Large hook)

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

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  1. 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.

①Second set of hooks

②Third hook

  1. 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.

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

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

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

  2. 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.

  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.

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①Insert the extra spool pin into the end of the bobbin winder shaft

②Spool felt

③Thread 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.

Net

②Thread spool

③Spool pin

④ Spool cap

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    A["Feeding"] --> B["Coating"]
    B --> C["Recirculation"]
    C --> D["Packaging"]

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.

STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING

"START/STOP" button

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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

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Note

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.

①Foot controller

②Foot controller jack

  1. 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.

  1. 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 PC-3000.

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SELECTING A STITCH (UTILITY STITCHES)

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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

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  1. Touch "info" to display information on the selected stitch.

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  1. Information on the selected stitch is displayed.

Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch width and stitch length

STITCHStitch width [mm (in.)] Stitch length [mm (in.)]STITCHStitch width [mm (in.)] Stitch length [mm (in.)]
Auto Manual Auto ManualAuto Manual Auto Manual
Straight(Center) (3/32)002.5 0.2-5.0(1/128-13/64)Darning197.0 2.5(9/32) (3)-7.0 2.0 0.4(32-9/32) (5)-2.5(64) (1/64-3/32)
Straight [0.0 0.0-7.0 2.5(Left) (0.0)] (0-9/32) (3)0.2-5.0(32)(1/128-13/64)20
Triple stitch02[0.0 0.0(0.0)] (0-9/32) (3/32)-2.5(1/16-3/32)Bar tack212.0 1.0(5/64) (3)-3.0 0.4 0.3(64-1/8) (1/64)-1.0(1/64-3/64)
Stretch stitch031.0 1.0(3/64) (3)-3.0 2.5 1.0(64-1/8) (3/32) (3/64-5/32)Eyelet227.0(9/32)7.0, 6.0, 5.0(9/32-13/64)7.0(9/32)7.0, 6.0, 5.0(9/32-13/64)
Zigzag043.5 0.0(1/8)-7.0 1.4 0.0(0-9/32)-4.0(1/16)(0-5/32)Button sewing233.5 2.5(1/8) (3)-4.5(32-3/16)
Elastic zigzag055.0 1.5(13/64)-7.0 1.0 0.2(1/16-9/32)-4.0(3/64)(1/128-5/32)Applique243.5 2.5(1/8)-5.0 2.5 1.6(3/32-13/64)-2.5(3/32)(1/16-3/32)
Overcasting063.5 2.5(1/8)-5.0 2.0 1.0(3/32-13/64)-4.0(5/64) (3/64-5/32)Scallop255.0 2.5(13/64)-7.0 0.4 0.1(3/32-9/32)-1.0(1/64)(1/192-3/64)
075.0 2.5(13/64)-5.0 2.5 1.0(3/32-13/64)-4.0(3/32) (3/64-5/32)Patchwork stitch265.0 2.5(13/64)-7.0 2.5 1.0(3/32-9/32)-2.5(3/32)(3/64-3/32)
085.0 3.5(13/64)-5.0 2.5 1.0(1/8-13/64)-4.0(3/32)(3/64-5/32)Smocking275.0 0.0(13/64)-7.0 2.5 2.5(0.0-9/32)-3.0(3/32)(3/32-1/8)
095.0 0.0(13/64)-7.0 2.5 0.5(0.0-9/32) (3/32) (1/64-1/8)Fagoting285.0 2.5(13/64)-7.0 2.5 1.0(3/32-9/32)-2.5(3/32)(3/64-3/32)
Blind hem stitch100.0(0.0)+3--32.0 1.0(5/64) (3/64-1/8)Decorative stitch294.0 0.0(5/32) (0)-7.0 2.5 1.0(0-9/32) (3/32) (3/64-5/32)
11—: Not adjustable
Buttonhole125.0 3.0(13/64)-5.0 0.4 0.3(1/8-13/64)-1.0(1/64)(1/64-3/64)
135.0 3.0(13/64)-5.0 0.4 0.2(1/8-13/64)-1.0(1/64)(1/128-3/64)
146.0 3.0(1/4) (1/8-1/4) (3/64)-6.0 1.0 0.5(1/64-5/64)-2.0(1/64-5/64)
156.0 3.0(1/4) (1/8-1/4) (1/16)-6.0 1.5 1.0(1/64-1/8)-3.0(3/64-1/8)
167.0 3.0(9/32) (1/8-9/32) (1/64)-7.0 0.5 0.3(1/64-3/64)-1.0(1/64-3/64)
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THREAD TENSION

Correct upper thread tension

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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.

①Reverse side
②Surface
③ Upper thread
④Bobbin thread

Loosening the upper thread tension

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

①Bobbin thread
② Upper thread
③Surface
④If the upper thread tension is too strong, locks appear on the surface of the fabric.

Tightening the upper thread tension

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

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① Upper thread
②Bobbin thread
③Reverse side
④If the upper thread tension is too weak, locks appear on the reverse side of the fabric.

PRESSER FOOT

Changing the presser foot

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

  2. Raise the presser foot lever.

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

① Presser foot holder

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  1. Place the presser foot pin directly below the holder-end and lower the presser foot lever to attach the presser foot.

①Holder-end

②Foot pin

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

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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.

①Disc-shaped screwdriver

FEED DOGS

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    A["Start"] --> B{Decision}
    B -->|Yes| C["Process 1"]
    B -->|No| D["Process 2"]
    C --> E["Box 1"]
    D --> F["Box 2"]

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.

NEEDLE

Checking the needle

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

①Space between the needle and the flat surface

②Flat surface (needle plate, glass, ruler, etc.)

Installing the needle securely

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  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.

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CAUTION

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

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  1. With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the needle as far as it will go up against the needle stopper. Fasten the screw securely with a screwdriver.

①Needle stopper

  1. Turn the power on.

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.

Sewing fabricsThreadNeedle size
TypeSize
Medium TaffetaBroad clothCotton60-8011-14
Flannel, GabardineSynthetic mercerized60-80
Silk50-80
Thin GeorgetteLawnCotton60-809-11
Challis, SatinSynthetic mercerized60-80
Silk50-80
Thick CorduroyDenimCotton40-5014-16
TweedSynthetic mercerized50
Silk50
StretchJerseySynthetic mercerized (Thread for knits)50Golden needle 11-14
Tricot
Easily frayed fabricCotton50-809-14
Synthetic mercerized50-80
Silk50-80
For top stitchingSynthetic mercerized3014-16
Silk30

* 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.

1. SEWING CHAPTER 2

TRIAL SEWING

Sewing using a utility stitch

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CAUTION

  • Be aware of the needle at all times while sewing, and keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle, balance wheel and thread take-up lever, otherwise an injury may result.
  • Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injury may result.
  • Never use bent needles. Such needles can easily break, which could result in injury.

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  1. Turn on the sewing machine. The straight stitch (left) is selected.

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  1. Place the fabric under the presser foot, then pull out about 5 cm (2") of the upper thread and pass it under the presser foot toward the rear of the machine.

① Upper thread
②5 cm (2")

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  1. While pressing down on the thread and the fabric with your left hand, turn the balance wheel with your right hand to move the needle to the sewing start position.

①Thread

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

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  1. Lower the presser foot. Press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew a few reverse stitches, and then press the "START/STOP" button. The machine will start sewing at a slow speed.

* Reverse stitches are sewn while the "REVERSE STITCH" button is pressed. * The sewing speed cannot be adjusted while reverse stitches are sewn.

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  1. When sewing is completed, press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew a few reverse stitches.

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  1. Raise the presser foot, remove the fabric and cut the thread.

①Thread cutter

AUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING

Before beginning to sew, touch this key to sew reinforcement stitches (reverse stitches if the straight stitch was selected) automatically at the beginning of the stitch when the "START/STOP" button is pressed and at the end of the stitch when the "REVERSE STITCH" button is pressed.

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    A["START/STOP"] --> B["↑"]
    B --> C["N"]
    C --> D["1"]
    E["↔"] --> F["↓"]
  1. Select a stitch, then touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to change it to black.
    * The reinforcement stitching is automatically sewn when some stitches such as the button-hole and bar tack are selected.

  2. Press the "START/STOP" button to sew reinforcement stitches (reverse stitches if the straight stitch was selected) automatically, then start sewing.
    * To pause sewing, press the "START/STOP" button. If the sewing is paused, the ending reinforcement stitches will not be sewn automatically.

  3. To finish the stitch, press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew ending reinforcement stitches (reverse stitches if the straight stitch was selected) automatically before the machine stops.

①The machine automatically stops.

Cancelling automatic reinforcement stitching

Touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to change it back to white.

STITCH WIDTH AND LENGTH

Adjusting the stitch width

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Making the stitch wider

Press the “⊕” stitch width key. Each press of the key increases the width of the stitch.

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Making the stitch narrower

Press the “☐” stitch width key. Each press of the key decreases the width of the stitch.

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Adjusting the stitch length

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Making the stitch longer

Press the “⊕” stitch length key. Each press of the key increases the length of the stitch.

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Making the stitch shorter

Press the “ ” stitch length key. Each press of the key decreases the length of the stitch.

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USEFUL SKILLS

Sewing corners

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Stop the sewing machine with the needle in the fabric at the corner, then raise the presser foot and turn the fabric.

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When sewing seams which are less than 5.0 mm (13/64" in width), baste the corner, then continue sewing while slowly changing the sewing direction and pulling the basting thread toward the rear of the machine.

Sewing folded parts

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Support the fabric while feeding by hand and sew the fabric toward the folded side.

Sewing curves

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Sewing a curve with a straight stitch

Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel to the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve.

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Sewing a curve with a zigzag stitch

Set the stitch length short in order to obtain a fine stitch. Sew slowly while keeping the seam parallel to the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve.

* For sharp corners, temporarily stop sewing with the needle in the material, then raise the presser foot and carefully turn the fabric while keeping it level with the presser foot. Lower the presser foot and continue sewing.

Sewing on thick fabric

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  1. Raising the presser foot lever even further raises the presser foot to a higher position allowing you to sew on thicker fabrics. With the presser foot in the up position, raise the presser foot lever even higher to make room for thicker fabrics.

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  1. If the fabric will not feed at the beginning of sewing, place another piece of fabric with the same thickness at the back of the material.

Sewing on thin fabric

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Place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric before sewing.

* Use a straight stitch foot to eliminate any puckering. Remember to select the center needle position. Additional adjustment of stitch length and tension may be necessary.

Using the needle plate

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Align the edge of the fabric with a line on the needle plate to sew even seam allowances.

①1.5 cm (19/32")

Free-arm sewing

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Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs.

2. UTILITY STITCHES

STRAIGHT STITCHES

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00: Straight stitch (center needle position) for normal sewing

01: Straight stitch (left needle position) for normal sewing

02: For reinforced sewing

03: For stretch fabric

  1. Baste or pin the fabrics together.

  2. Attach presser foot "J", sew three or four reverse stitches at the beginning, then start sewing.

①3 to 4 reverse stitches

* Place the fabric under presser foot allowing enough space from the edge for reverse sewing.

  1. Sew at a slow speed as you approach the end of the sewing area, then press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew several reverse stitches and stop the machine.

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

  1. Raise the presser foot, remove the fabric and cut the thread.

①Thread cutter

Sewing stretch fabrics

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Baste the fabric pieces together, then sew along the basting without pulling the fabric.

* Do not pull the fabric while sewing.

①Basting

Changing the stitch length

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Touch the “☐” or “⊕” stitch length keys to adjust the stitch length.

① +: Longer

②Automatic stitch length setting: 2.5 mm (3/32")

③ —: Shorter

* For thin material which is less than 1.0 mm (3/64") thick, the maximum stitch length will automatically be set to 4.0 mm (5/32") while sewing, even if the length is set to 5.0 mm (13/64").

Changing the needle position

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Touch the “☐” and “⊕” stitch width keys to adjust the needle position.

① ☑: 0 mm (0") [left needle position]

② Center needle position: 3.5 mm (1/8")

③ +: 7.0 mm (9/32") [right needle position]

* The needle position cannot be changed in the straight stitch center needle position setting.

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04: Zigzag stitch
05: Elastic zigzag stitch

Overcasting (using a zigzag stitch)

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Sew the overcasting along the edge of the fabric so that the needle drops over the edge of the fabric on the right side.

①Needle drop point on the right side

Applique (using a zigzag stitch)

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Attach the applique using adhesive or basting, then sew on the applique so that the needle drops over the edge of the applique on the right side.

Patchwork (for crazy quilts)

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Fold back the desired width of fabric and position it over the lower fabric, then sew the fabric together so that the stitch extends over both pieces of fabric.

① Upper fabric ② Lower fabric

OVERCASTING STITCHES

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05: For stretch fabric
06: For thin and medium fabric
07: For thick fabric
08: For medium, thick and easily frayed fabric
09: For stretch fabric

Sewing using stitch 08, 07 or 08

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Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of presser foot "G".

①Guide

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

CAUTION

After the stitch width has been adjusted, turn the balance wheel by hand and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot.

If it does touch, the needle may break and cause an injury.

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Sewing using stitch 05 or E

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Attach presser foot "J" and let the needle drop slightly past the edge of the fabric before starting sewing.

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

OVERCASTING (WHEN USING THE OPTIONAL SIDE CUTTER)

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00: Normal sewing

05: Zigzag stitch

06: Thin and medium fabrics

07: Thick fabric

08: Thick and medium stretch fabrics

By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabric.

  1. Push the "NEEDLE POSITION" button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power.
  2. Raise the presser foot lever.
  3. Unscrew screw on the presser foot holder and remove the presser foot holder.

  4. Set the screw of the needle into the fork of the operating lever.

①Screw of the needle

②Operating lever

③Notch

* Make sure that the needle clamp screw is held firmly by the fork.

  1. With the presser foot raised, align the presser foot holder screw hole directly with the notch in the side cutter, then insert the screw and lightly tighten it. Lower the presser foot lever and firmly tighten the screw.

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  1. Make a cut of about 2 cm (13/16") in the fabric.

①2 cm (13/16")

  1. Place the fabric as shown left figure B. -Right side of cut: on top of the guide plate -Left side of cut: underneath of the presser foot

①Guide plate (lower knife) ②Presser foot

  1. Thread the needle, and then pull out a long section of the upper thread, pass it below the presser foot and pull it out in the fabric feed direction. (See left figure B)

②Presser foot ③Upper thread

  1. Lower the presser foot lever.

CAUTION If the width has been adjusted, turn the balance wheel by hand to check that the needle does not touch the side cutter. If the needle touches the side cutter, it may cause the needle to break.

When sewing straight stitches only The seam margin should be about 0.5 cm (13/64").

①Seam margin

* Clean the side cutter after use, otherwise dust and scraps of thread will build up on it. * Add a small amount of oil as required to the cutting edge of the cutter.

Note - The fabric will not be cut if the whole fabric is simply spread out underneath the presser foot guide plate. Set the fabric as explained in step 7. above, and start sewing. - Check that the needle is raised when the presser foot lever is raised. - One layer of 13-oz denim can be cut.

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10: For other fabric
11: For stretch fabric

  1. Fold the fabric and baste it as illustrated.

①0.5 cm (13/64")
②Surface
③0.5 cm (13/64")
4 Reverse side
⑤Basting

  1. Attach presser foot "R". Lower the presser foot so that its guide aligns with the edge of the folded hem.

①Guide
②Folded hem

  1. Adjust the needle position using the “-” and “+” stitch width keys so that needle slightly catches the fold of the hem, then sew the fabric.

①Needle drop point

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.
4. Turn over the fabric and remove the basting stitch.

①Reverse side

②Surface

Adjusting the needle drop point

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Touch the “☐” and “+” stitch width keys to adjust the needle drop point so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.

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A- If the needle catches too much of the hem fold, touch the “+” stitch width key. This moves the needle away from the fold.

①Reverse side
②Surface

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text_image ① B ②

B- If the needle does not catch enough of the hem fold, touch the “☐” stitch width key. This moves the needle closer to the fold.

①Reverse side
②Surface

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING

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12: For horizontal holes on blouses or shirts made from thin or medium fabric
13: For thin or medium fabric
14: For jeans or stretch fabric with a coarse weave
15: For stretch fabric
16: For suits or overcoats
17: For jeans or trousers
18: For thick coats

Note

Before sewing a buttonhole on your project, practice on a scrap piece of the same type of fabric.

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  1. Mark the positions of the buttonholes on the fabric.

* The maximum buttonhole length is 3 cm (1-13/64") (total of diameter + thickness of button).

* Thick thread (#30) cannot be used with the “☐” and “☐” buttonhole styles.

  1. Attach presser foot "A", then pull out the button holder plate and insert the button.

①Button holder plate

* The size of the buttonhole is determined by the button inserted in the button holder plate.

Note

The thread should be passed through the hole in the presser foot, then be placed under the foot.

  1. Raise the presser foot and adjust the fabric so that the red marks on the foot align with the starting mark for your button-hole, then lower the presser foot.

① Mark on fabric for buttonhole position

②Red marks on presser foot

* After the presser foot lever has been lowered, adjust the presser foot so that there is no gap behind the section that is shaded in the illustration at the right. Otherwise, the size of the stitch will not be adjust the presser foot, push the presser foot toward of the machine as shown in the figure at the left.

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  1. Lower the buttonhole lever and position it behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot.

① Metal bracket on the buttonhole foot

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  1. While lightly holding the end of the upper thread, press the "START/STOP" button to start sewing.

* Gently feed the fabric by hand.

* Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the buttonhole is sewn.

* If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric is too thick), touch the “⊕” stitch length key to increase the stitch length.

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  1. Open the buttonhole.

Normal buttonhole and rounded buttonhole

Insert a pin in front of the inside edge of both bar tacks. Insert the seam ripper into the center of the buttonhole and cut toward the first pin, then cut toward the other pin.

①Pin

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Keyhole buttonhole

Make a hole using the small eyelet punch in the key end, then insert a pin in front of the inside edge of the bar tack. Insert a seam ripper into the hole made with the eyelet punch and cut towards the pin.

① Small eyelet punch (accessory #9 on page 6)

②Pin

Buttonhole sewing order

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    A["Step 1: 13"] --> B["Step 2: 16"]
    B --> C["Step 3: 17"]
    C --> D["Step 4: 18"]
    D --> E["Step 5: 19"]
    E --> F["Step 6: 20"]
    F --> G["Step 7: 21"]
    G --> H["Step 8: 22"]
    H --> I["Step 9: 23"]
    I --> J["Step 10: 24"]
    J --> K["Step 11: 25"]
    K --> L["Step 12: 26"]
    L --> M["Step 13: 27"]

① Reinforcement stitch

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

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When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, insert a gimp thread under the buttonhole stitch.

  1. Attach presser foot "A" and hook the gimp thread onto the back of the presser foot. Bring the two gimp thread ends to the front of the foot and insert them into the grooves, then temporarily tie them there.

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  1. Lower the presser foot and start sewing.

* Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the gimp thread.

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  1. Once sewing is completed, pull the gimp thread gently to remove any slack, then trim off any excess.

Buttons that do not fit into the guide plate (Odd-shaped buttons)

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Measure the button diameter + thickness to set the plate.

Example:

For a button with a diameter of 1.5 cm (19/32") and a thickness of 1 cm (25/64"), the scale should be set at 2.5 cm (1")

①Thickness [1 cm (25/64")]
②Diameter [1.5 cm (19/32")]
③Button holder plate
④Scale
⑤ Diameter + thickness [2.5 cm (1")] [0.5 cm (13/64") in one scale.]
⑥0.5 cm (13/64")

Changing the stitch length

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Touch the “⊕” or “⊖” stitch length key to select the desired length.

① +: Longer

②Automatic stitch length setting: 0.4 mm (1/64")

③ —: Shorter

* If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric is too thick), touch the “⊕” stitch length key to increase the stitch length.

Changing the stitch width

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Touch the “⊕” or “⊖” stitch width key to select the desired width.

①Automatic stitch width setting: 5.0 mm (13/64")

② -: Narrower

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For reinforcing the openings of pockets, etc.

  1. Measure the area to be bar tacked and set the length using the scale on presser foot "A". Pull on the end of the button holder plate to expand it. The finished size of the bar tack will be the space shown in the illustration.

①Button holder plate
②Scale on the presser foot
③0.5 cm (13/64")
④Length of bar tack

* 0.5 to 3 cm (13/64" to 1-13/64") is suitable for bar tacking. 0.5 to 1 cm (13/64" to 25/64") is the normal size.
2. Position the pocket as illustrated with the top of the pocket facing you. Align the needle drop point with the corner of the pocket to be stitched and move the pocket back 2 mm (5/64") as shown below.
* After the presser foot lever has been lowered, adjust the presser foot so that there is no gap behind the section that is shaded in the illustration at the right. Otherwise,

the size of the stitch will not be correct. To adjust the presser foot, push the presser foot towards the back of the machine as shown in the figure at the left.

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* Pass the thread underneath the presser foot.
3. Check the first needle drop point, then lower the presser foot.
①2 mm (5/64")

  1. Lower the buttonhole lever and position it behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot.

① Metal bracket on buttonhole foot

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  1. While lightly holding the upper thread, press the "START/STOP" button.

* Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the bar tack is sewn.
* If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric is too thick), touch the “+” stitch length key to increase the stitch length.

Thick fabrics

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If the presser foot is not level, place a piece of cardboard or another piece of fabric with the same thickness under the open side of the presser foot.

①Presser foot ②Cardboard

Changing the bar tack stitch length

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Touch the “⊕” or “-” stitch length key to select the desired length.

① +: Longer
②Automatic stitch length setting: 0.4 mm (1/64")
③ -: Shorter

Changing the bar tack stitch width

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Touch the “⊕” or “-” stitch width key to select the desired width.

① +: Wider
②Automatic stitch width setting: 2.0 mm (5/64")
③ —: Narrower

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19: For medium fabric
20: For thick fabric

  1. Set the stitch length using the scale on presser foot "A". Pull on the end of the button holder plate to expand it. The finished size of the bar tack will be the space shown in the illustration.

①Scale on the presser foot
②Button holder plate
③0.5 cm (13/64")
④Length of darning
⑤Width [7 mm (9/32")]

* The maximum stitch length for darning is 3 cm (1-13/64").

  1. Check the needle drop point and then lower the presser foot.

* After the presser foot lever has been lowered, adjust the presser foot so that there is no gap behind the section that is shaded in the illustration at the right. Otherwise, the size of the stitch will not be correct. To adjust the presser foot, push the presser foot towards the back of the machine as shown in the figure at the left.
* Pass the thread underneath the presser foot.
3. Lower the buttonhole lever and position it behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot.
① Metal bracket on the buttonhole foot

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  1. While lightly holding the upper thread, start sewing.
    * Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the darning is finished.

Changing the darning stitch length

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Touch the “⊕” or “-” stitch length key to select the desired length.

① + : Longer (less dense)
②Automatic stitch length setting: 2.0 mm (5/64")
③ —: Shorter (more dense)

* If the fabric does not feed (for example, because the fabric is too thick), touch the “+” stitch length key to increase the stitch length.

Changing the darning stitch width

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Touch the “⊕” or “-” stitch width key to select the desired width.

①Automatic stitch width setting: 7.0 mm (9/32")
② -: Narrower

Darning stitch sewing order

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    A["19: Textile Box"] --> B["19: Dashed Box"]
    B --> C["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    C --> D["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    D --> E["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    E --> F["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    F --> G["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    G --> H["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    H --> I["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    I --> J["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    J --> K["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    K --> L["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    L --> M["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    M --> N["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    N --> O["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    O --> P["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    P --> Q["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    Q --> R["19: Vertical Stripes"]
    R --> S["19: Vertical Stripes"]

① Reinforcement stitch

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For sewing eyelets on belts, etc.

  1. Touch the “+” or “-” stitch length or stitch width key to select the eyelet size.

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  1. Attach presser foot "N", check the needle drop point and lower the presser foot, then press the "START/STOP" button to start sewing.

* Before stopping, the machine will automatically sew a reinforcement stitch after the darning is finished.

①Needle drop point

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  1. Make a hole at the center using the eyelet punch.

Size of eyelet (Actual size)

A○B○C○

A– Large: 7.0 mm (9/32")

B- Medium: 6.0 mm (1/4")

C- Small: 5.0 mm (13/64")

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For attaching buttons

  1. Raise the presser foot lever and slide the feed dog adjustment lever to the right in order to lower the feed dog.

①Feed dog adjustment lever (Slide off the accessory compartment to expose the lever.)

  1. Attach button fitting foot "M", place the button into the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot.

  2. Turn the balance wheel to check that the needle goes into each of the holes in the button correctly, and then start sewing. To adjust the button sewing stitch width, touch the stitch width keys “⊕” or “⊖” to select the desired width. The sewing machine will stop automatically when the sewing is finished.

* If extra attachment strength is needed, carry out the button sewing operation twice.

  1. Once sewing is completed, return the feed dogs to their original position, pull on the bobbin thread at the end of the stitches to pull the upper thread through to the reverse side of the fabric, then tie the thread ends together.

Attaching buttons with four holes

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First, sew the two holes which are closest to you. Once they have been sewn, raise the presser foot, move the needle to the other two holes, and then sew them in the same way.

Attaching a shank to the button

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  1. Pull the shank lever toward you, then start sewing.

①Shank lever

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  1. Hold the two ends of the upper thread, which are between the button and the fabric, wind them around the shank, and then securely tie them together.

  2. Tie the ends of the bobbin thread together at the reverse side of the fabric.

ZIPPER INSERTION (CENTERED AND SIDE APPLICATIONS)

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For attaching zippers

Centered application

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  1. Attach presser foot "J", then place the right sides of the fabric together and sew straight stitches up to the area where the zipper will be attached. Then, baste at opening (the zipper area).

①End of opening
②Reverse stitch
③Basting
④ Reverse side

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  1. Press open the seam allowance, then attach the zipper with basting up the middle of the zipper tape.

①Zipper
②Basting
③Reverse side

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  1. Attach the right pin of presser foot "l" to the presser foot holder and sew on the zipper with the right side of the fabric facing upward, then remove the basting stitches.
    * When using presser foot "I", adjust the thread tension to the thickness of the zipper.
    ①Right side of fabric

Side application

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  1. Attach presser foot "J", then place the right sides of the fabric together and sew straight stitches up to the area where the zipper will be attached. Then, baste at opening (the zipper area).

①End of opening
②Reverse stitch
③Basting
④Reverse side

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  1. Press the seam allowance open and align the folded hem along the teeth of the zipper while allowing 3 mm (1/8") for the sewing space.

①Reverse side
②Allow 3 mm (1/8") for sewing
③Teeth of zipper
④Slider on head of zipper
⑤Crotch end (base of zipper)

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  1. Attach the left pin of presser foot "I" to the presser foot holder, then sew the lower piece of fabric from the top to the bottom of the zipper.

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Side application - 4

natural_image Illustration of a pink cabinet with a door and a numbered label (1), no text or symbols present.
  1. Close the zipper and turn over the fabric. Then sew the other side of the zipper onto the fabric.

①Reverse side

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Reverse side - 1

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  1. Turn over the fabric so that the right side faces up, sew straight stitches from the bottom to 5 cm (1-15/16) from the top, and then stop the machine.

①Right side of fabric

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Right side of fabric - 1

natural_image Pure diagram of a symmetrical structure with two labeled points and a central dashed line (no text or symbols)
  1. Lower the needle, raise the presser foot, and then remove the basting stitches.

  2. Move the zipper pull tab out of the way and sew the remainder of the stitches.

①Right side of fabric

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BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Right side of fabric - 1

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  1. Attach presser foot "J", then sew a reverse stitch at the beginning of the dart and sew from the wide end to the narrow end without stretching the fabric.

①Basting

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning of the stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Basting - 1

natural_image Simple line drawing of a rope tied to a knot, with no text or symbols present
  1. Do not sew a reinforcement stitch at the end. Cut the thread at the end leaving an excess 5 cm (2"), and then tie both ends together.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Basting - 2

natural_image Pink fabric piece with a dashed line and a pink ribbon, no text or symbols present
  1. Insert the ends of the thread into the dart using a needle.

* Alternate method: When you reach the narrow end of the dart; stop, lift the presser foot, slide your fabric towards you (19 mm). Touch the stitch length keys, reduce to 0.4 mm. Sew 3 stitches on the seam line. This will secure the thread ends, cut the thread.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Basting - 3

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  1. Iron the dart to one side so that it is flat.

01

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Basting - 4

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For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc.

  1. Select a stitch length of 4.0 mm (5/32") and a weak thread tension.

  2. Attach presser foot "J", then pull out about 5 cm (2") of both the bobbin and upper threads.

① Upper thread
②Bobbin thread
③About 5 cm (2")

BROTHER PC-3000 - For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc. - 1

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BROTHER PC-3000 - For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc. - 2

text_image Diagram showing three labeled components (①, ②, ③) with dashed lines and arrows indicating flow or movement between them.
  1. Sew two rows of straight stitches parallel to the seam line, then trim off the excess thread leaving 5 cm (2").

①Seam line
②1.0 to 1.5 cm (25/64" to 19/32")
③About 5 cm (2")

BROTHER PC-3000 - For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc. - 3

natural_image Illustration of hands stretching a pink fabric with a white seam, no text or symbols present
  1. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount of gather, then tie the threads to secure them.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For the waists of skirts, the sleeve openings of shirts, etc. - 4

natural_image Illustration of a pink fabric with a sewing machine clip attached (no text or symbols)
  1. Smooth the gathers by ironing them.

Pulling out the bobbin thread

BROTHER PC-3000 - Pulling out the bobbin thread - 1

text_image Technical diagram showing mechanical assembly with labeled components and directional arrows indicating motion or movement
  1. Pass the thread along the groove in the direction of the arrow, and leave it there without cutting it.

①Shuttle

* The bobbin cover should still be removed.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Shuttle - 1

natural_image Line drawing of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric (no text or symbols)
  1. While holding the upper thread, press the "NEEDLE POSITION" button twice, and then pull out the bobbin thread.

  2. Replace the bobbin cover.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Shuttle - 2

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For decorating blouses, etc.

  1. Mark along the folds on the reverse side of the fabric with a spatula.

①Reverse side

  1. Fold the fabric so that the surface faces upward and iron only the folded parts.

①Right side of fabric

BROTHER PC-3000 - For decorating blouses, etc. - 1

natural_image Illustration of a pink curtain with a door and a shield emblem, no text or symbols present
  1. Attach the right pin of presser foot "I" to the holder, and sew a straight stitch along each fold.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For decorating blouses, etc. - 2

text_image Diagram showing three labeled components (1, 2, 3) of a mechanical or electrical assembly with a central device and dashed line indicating alignment.

①Width for pintuck

②Reverse side

③Right side of fabric

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For decorating blouses, etc. - 3

natural_image Simple diagram showing vertical pink panels with dashed lines and a triangular shape on the right (no text or symbols)
  1. Iron all folds in the same direction.

00

BROTHER PC-3000 - For decorating blouses, etc. - 4

text_image Diagram showing two numbered steps of a sewing process with scissors cutting fabric, labeled 1 and 2.

For reinforcing seams and neatly finishing edges

  1. Attach presser foot "J". Sew the seam line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the side that the flat fell seam will lie against.

①About 1.2 cm (1/2")

②Reverse side

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For reinforcing seams and neatly finishing edges - 1

text_image Diagram showing two labeled regions (1 and 2) with a dashed line indicating a boundary or path between them.
  1. Spread out the fabric along the finish line.

①Finish line

②Reverse side

BROTHER PC-3000 - For reinforcing seams and neatly finishing edges - 2

text_image Diagram showing a pink fabric with a white triangular object and a pink arrow indicating direction, labeled with number 1.
  1. Lay both seam allowances to the shorter one's (cut one) side and iron them.

①Reverse side

BROTHER PC-3000 - For reinforcing seams and neatly finishing edges - 3

natural_image Close-up of a pink fabric with two numbered points and a seam, no text or symbols present
  1. Fold the longer seam allowance around the shorter one, and sew the edge of the fold.

①Reverse side

Finished flat fell seam

BROTHER PC-3000 - Finished flat fell seam - 1

natural_image Cross-sectional diagram of a mechanical joint or seal assembly with two labeled points (1), showing no text, numbers, or symbols.

①Right side of fabric

BROTHER PC-3000 - Finished flat fell seam - 2

BROTHER PC-3000 - Finished flat fell seam - 3

text_image Illustration showing a hand holding a pink heart-shaped object with a tool, labeled with numbers ① and ②, next to a jar.
  1. Attach the applique to the fabric with fabric glue or basting so that it will not move during sewing.
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  1. Attach presser foot "J". Make sure that the needle drops just outside the applique, then start sewing.

①Applique

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Applique - 1

text_image Diagram showing a pink rectangular area with two labeled points (1 and 2) and a wavy pink line extending from point 2.

①Applique
②Needle drop point

Sewing the applique around corners or curves

BROTHER PC-3000 - Sewing the applique around corners or curves - 1

text_image Diagram illustrating a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, with magnified inset showing thread detail and directional arrows.
  1. Stop the machine and position the needle just outside the applique.
  2. Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric as needed to keep the correct needle position.

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(1)

BROTHER PC-3000 - Sewing the applique around corners or curves - 2

text_image Diagram of a sewing machine needle stitching fabric, labeled with parts 1 and 5 and numbered parts 6 and 5.

For decorating the collars of blouses, the edges of tablecloths, etc.

  1. Attach presser foot "N", then sew the edge of the fabric so that the stitches are not right on the edge of the fabric.

①Right side of fabric

* Before sewing, touch the automatic reinforcement stitching key to sew reinforcement stitches automatically at the beginning and at the end of the stitch.

  1. Trim along the stitches carefully so as not to cut the stitches.

* There are products in the marketplace that will "seal" the trimmed areas. This will give a more finished appearance.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Right side of fabric - 1

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BROTHER PC-3000 - ①Right side of fabric - 2

For making decorative stitching

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 1

natural_image Diagram showing a pink rectangular plane with diagonal dashed lines and a labeled point '1' (no text or symbols beyond the label)
  1. Select “☐”, set the stitch length to 4.0 mm (5/32") and select a weak thread tension. Then, sew columns of straight stitches at intervals of 1 cm (25/64").

①About 1 cm (25/64")

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 2

natural_image Illustration of hands tying a knot around a pink fabric with dashed lines indicating seam or folds (no text or symbols)
  1. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount of gather, and then smooth the gathers by ironing them.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 3

natural_image Diagram of a pink fabric or tissue structure with internal fibers and a labeled component 'J' (no text or symbols beyond label)
  1. Attach presser foot "J" and select the decorative smocking stitch to sew over the top of the straight stitches.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 4

natural_image Illustration of hands tying a knitted fabric with a pink bandage and a red arrow indicating the process (no text or symbols)
  1. Pull out the straight stitch threads.

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 5

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 6

text_image Technical diagram showing labeled components (1-4) with arrows and a dashed line, likely illustrating a mechanical or structural assembly.
  1. Match the fabric pieces with their surface sides facing each other and sew the pieces together with a straight stitch. Open the seam allowance [about 1 cm (25/64")] and press it flat.

①Straight stitch
②Seam allowance
③1 cm (25/64")
④Reverse side

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 7

text_image Diagram of a sewing machine with numbered parts and a pink fabric background, showing measurement lines and component labels.
  1. Attach presser foot "J". Set the center of the presser foot on the seam line of the joined fabrics and sew over the seam.

①Surface
②Seam

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 8

BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 9

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BROTHER PC-3000 - For making decorative stitching - 10

text_image Diagram of a sewing machine with numbered parts and measurement lines, showing fabric pattern and stitching details.

For fagoting, decorating, etc.

  1. Separate the folded edges of the fabric pieces with a gap of 0.4 cm (5/32") and baste them onto a piece of thin paper or water-soluble stabilizer sheet.

①Basting

②0.4 cm (5/32")

③Thin paper or stabilizer sheet

  1. Attach presser foot "J". Align the center of the presser foot with the center of the two pieces of fabric and begin sewing.

① Basting

* Use a heavier weight thread (for example, #30 topstitching or cotton thread for machine quilting).
* After sewing, remove the paper.

BROTHER PC-3000 - ① Basting - 1

BROTHER PC-3000 - ① Basting - 2

BROTHER PC-3000 - ① Basting - 3

Other decorative stitches: 56 – 63

Decorative stitching

BROTHER PC-3000 - Decorative stitching - 1

natural_image Abstract geometric pattern with pink triangular shapes and dashed lines, no text or symbols present

These stitches are used as decorative hem stitches or to decorate the seams of crazy quilts. Use a contrasting thread color or decorative embroidery thread.

Shell tacking

BROTHER PC-3000 - Shell tacking - 1

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  1. In decorative stitch mode, enter "61" to select the stitch for shell tacking.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Shell tacking - 2

natural_image Geometric diagram showing a pink quarter-angel with an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)
  1. Fold the fabric diagonally in half.

* Use a thin fabric.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Shell tacking - 3

natural_image Sewing machine needle stitching fabric with pink fabric (no text or symbols visible)
  1. Drop the needle slightly outside the edge of the fabric and start sewing.

  2. Unfold the fabric and iron the fold down to one side.

HEM-STITCH (HEIRLOOM STITCH)

Decorative stitches: 46 – 50

For sewing tablecloths, decorative hems on clothes and decorative stitching on shirtfronts.

A more attractive finish can be obtained if you use the "130/705H Wing" needle when sewing these patterns.

If using a wing needle and the stitch width has been set to manual, check that the needle will not touch the presser foot before starting sewing.

Hem-stitching 1

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 1 - 1

text_image NC 49 1~3.5--3.0
  1. In decorative stitch mode, enter "49" to select the stitch for hem-stitching.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 1 - 2

natural_image Illustration of a hand pulling a thin purple line through a pink rectangular block (no text or symbols)
  1. Pull out several threads from one area on a piece of fabric. This will leave the fabric frayed in this one area. About 5 or 6 threads will leave a 3 mm (1/8" area).

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 1 - 3

natural_image Pure diagram of a toothbrush inserted into a pink tooth area, no text or symbols present
  1. Attach presser foot "N". With the reverse side of the fabric facing up, sew one edge of the frayed part.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 1 - 4

natural_image Simple diagram showing a vertical line with a small figure inside, against a solid pink background (no text or symbols)
  1. With the back side of the fabric continuing to face you, turn the fabric and sew the other edge of the frayed part, aligning the stitches so they are parallel.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 1 - 5

natural_image Simple diagram with a pink rectangle and a vertical dotted line, no text or symbols present.
  1. Illustration of finished product.

Hem-stitching 2

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 1

text_image NC 48 U 5.0 -4.0
  1. In decorative stitch mode, enter "48" to select the stitch for hem-stitching.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 2

text_image Diagram illustrating a hand holding a thin wire with labeled components 1, 2, and 3, showing a striped pattern between two bands.
  1. Pull out several threads from both sides of the 4 mm (5/32") part which is not yet frayed. [Pull out four threads, leave five threads and then pull out four threads, the width of five threads is approximately 4mm (5/32") or less.]

①Approx. 4.0 mm (5/32") or less.
② Four threads (Pull out)
③Five threads (Leave)

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 3

natural_image Pink fabric with a vertical zipper and patterned seam, no text or symbols visible
  1. Sew the decorative stitch on the center of the five threads created above.

* Wing needle is an option.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 4

natural_image Two pink rectangular panels with a vertical striped pattern on the left, no text or symbols present.
  1. Illustration of finished product.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 5

Decorative stitches where the zigzag width can be changed manually.

* When using twin needles, use the "J" presser foot regardless of what kind of sewing will be carried out.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 6

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  1. Insert twin-needle.

①Stopper

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 7

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  1. Follow the instructions for single-needle threading using the horizontal spool pin.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 8

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  1. Thread through left eye of needle.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 9

text_image Diagram illustrating a sewing process with labeled parts and directional arrows indicating thread movement
  1. Set the extra spool pin into the hole on the end of the bobbin winder shaft on the top of the machine. Follow the instructions for single-needle threading.

①Extra spool pin for right needle threading.
②Push the spool pin securely into place.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 10

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  1. Thread through remaining points, making certain to omit the thread guide above the needle and pass thread through right eye of needle.
    ①The thread for the right needle should pass in front of thread guide.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Hem-stitching 2 - 11

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CAUTION

Stitch width

Adjust the stitch width. Turn the balance wheel to check the needle clearance, so that the needle does not hit the needle plate.

Stitch length

  • Straight 2 mm min.
  • Others 0.5 mm min.

Types of thread

Cotton thread or span thread are recommended because synthetic threads may break.

3. FONTS AND DECORATIVE STITCHES

FONT STITCHES

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 1

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 2

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  1. Touch " [REDACTED] until the cursor (" [REDACTED]) moves over the type of font that you want to sew."

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 3

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 4

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 5

Block font Italic font Outline font

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 6

text_image 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 C 4 A ∥ A √
  1. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired character. The selected character appears on the screen.

* A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 7

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BROTHER PC-3000 - FONT STITCHES - 8

text_image info cfm clear memory enter info abc C +
  1. When combining characters, touch the enter key, then use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the next character.

* Up to 70 characters can be combined into a single pattern.

Combining characters

Example: To combine outline letters to create “

BUS

BROTHER PC-3000 - BUS - 1

text_image C A A A

BROTHER PC-3000 - BUS - 2

text_image NC B 41 V~W7.0 ---2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - BUS - 3

text_image NHB 1~7.0----2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - BUS - 4

text_image NEBU 1~W7.0----2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - BUS - 5

text_image MBU 1~7.0----2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - BUS - 6

text_image NEBUS 1~~~~7.0-----2.5
  1. Touch “A” until “■” moves over “A”.
  2. Touch "4", then "1", the stitch number for the letter "B".
  3. Touch " enter ( )".
  4. Touch "6", then "0", the stitch number for the letter "U".
  5. Touch " enter ( )".
  6. Touch "5", then "8", the stitch number for the letter "S".

DECORATIVE STITCHES

BROTHER PC-3000 - DECORATIVE STITCHES - 1

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  1. Touch “A|Z” until the cursor (“■”) moves over “√”.

BROTHER PC-3000 - DECORATIVE STITCHES - 2

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  1. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired decorative stitch. The selected decorative stitch appears on the screen.

* A two-digit number must be entered when selecting the decorative stitch.

BROTHER PC-3000 - DECORATIVE STITCHES - 3

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BROTHER PC-3000 - DECORATIVE STITCHES - 4

text_image info cfm clear memory enter info abc C +
  1. When combining decorative stitches, touch the enter key, then use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the next decorative stitch.

* Up to 70 decorative stitches can be combined into a single pattern.

BROTHER PC-3000 - DECORATIVE STITCHES - 5

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Selecting a decorative stitch

Example: To select the decorative stitch "

BROTHER PC-3000 - Selecting a decorative stitch - 1

BROTHER PC-3000 - Selecting a decorative stitch - 2

text_image C A A A
  1. Touch “A A” until “■” moves over “√”.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Selecting a decorative stitch - 3

text_image C A A A 8
  1. Touch “8”, then “8”, the stitch number for the stitch “/””.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Selecting a decorative stitch - 4

text_image NC 88 1~~~~7.0--------2.5

Combining decorative stitches

Example: To combine decorative stitches to create "

BROTHER PC-3000 - Combining decorative stitches - 1

BROTHER PC-3000 - Combining decorative stitches - 2

text_image NF 88 H---W7.0---2.5
  1. Select "".

BROTHER PC-3000 - Combining decorative stitches - 3

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  1. Touch " enter ( )".

BROTHER PC-3000 - Combining decorative stitches - 4

text_image NC H~~~~W7.0--------2.5
  1. Touch “⑦”, then “③”, the stitch number for the stitch “____”.

CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION

Example: To change " BUT" to "BUS

BROTHER PC-3000 - CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 1

text_image NH BUT N~~~~W7.0 ------2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 2

BROTHER PC-3000 - CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 3

BROTHER PC-3000 - CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 4

text_image NC BU 1~W7.0----2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 5

text_image NBU 1~W7.0----2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - CORRECTING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 6

text_image NC BUS 1~W7.0----2.5
  1. Touch "clear (9)".

(Touch "clear (c)" the same number of times as the number of characters that you wish to change.)

  1. Touch " enter ( )".

  2. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired characters.

CHANGING THE SIZE

BROTHER PC-3000 - CHANGING THE SIZE - 1

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Touch the “⊕” or “—” stitch width key to adjust the zigzag stitch width or the “⊕” or “—” stitch length key to adjust the stitch length.

However, when italic font is set, the size cannot be changed.

BROTHER PC-3000 - CHANGING THE SIZE - 2

text_image Two sizes are available: A A 7.0 mm 6.0 mm

* Depending on the types of fabric and thread used, the thread may become tangled if the smaller size is selected.

Changing the size of a decorative stitch

BROTHER PC-3000 - Changing the size of a decorative stitch - 1

text_image NE 88 4.5W7.0 -2.5 - + - +

Use the stitch width or stitch length keys to adjust the zigzag stitch width and the stitch length.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Changing the size of a decorative stitch - 2

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BROTHER PC-3000 - Changing the size of a decorative stitch - 3

text_image NE 88 H---W7.0---2.5 - + - +

* Depending on the types of fabric and pattern used, the thread may become tangled if the pattern is very detailed.

CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION

Example: To check the pattern combination “ABCDEFGHIJKLMN”

BROTHER PC-3000 - CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 1

text_image NE JKLMN 1~W7.0----2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - CHECKING A PATTERN COMBINATION - 2

text_image NF A B C D E F G H I J K

Touch the "cfm ( )" key to scroll the pattern combination across the display from the beginning. "ABCDEFGHIJKLMN" is displayed.

MEMORY

Up to 70 pattern combinations can be stored in the memory under the five stitch numbers 95, 96, 97, 98 and 99.

Saving a pattern combination

Example: To select the decorative stitch "

BROTHER PC-3000 - Saving a pattern combination - 1

BROTHER PC-3000 - Saving a pattern combination - 2

text_image NC BUS 1~~~7.0--------2.5

BROTHER PC-3000 - Saving a pattern combination - 3

text_image NC BUS MEM 95
  1. Combine characters to create the word "BUS". (Refer to page 77 for more details.)

  2. Touch "memory ( ).

* Each touch of “memory() changes the stitch number. For example, to store the pattern under stitch number 97, touch “memory() three times.

If a pattern has already been stored under the selected stitch number, its contents are displayed in the bottom row.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Saving a pattern combination - 4

text_image Saving
  1. Touch " enter ( )".

CAUTION

  • If a pattern is stored under a stitch number which already contains a pattern, the previous pattern will be deleted and the new pattern will be stored under the selected stitch number.
  • Do not turn off the power while a pattern is being stored.

  • The pattern is stored.

BROTHER PC-3000 - CAUTION - 1

text_image NBUS 1~~~7.0--------2.5

Checking a stored pattern combination

BROTHER PC-3000 - Checking a stored pattern combination - 1

text_image NC BUS mem 96 ABCDE

To see other parts of the pattern combination stored under the selected stitch number, touch "cfm (ax)" to scroll the pattern combination from the beginning.

The contents of the stored pattern can be seen in the bottom row.

Recalling a stored pattern combination

Example: To recall the pattern combination “/”, stored under stitch number 96

BROTHER PC-3000 - Recalling a stored pattern combination - 1

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  1. Use the stitch selection keys to enter the number of the desired pattern combination.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Recalling a stored pattern combination - 2

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  1. Press the "START/STOP" button.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Recalling a stored pattern combination - 3

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SEWING

Sewing attractive finishes

Refer to the table below and the "FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART" for recommended fabrics, threads and needles to use in order to obtain attractive sewing finishes. Furthermore, pattern slippages may occur when using different fabric thicknesses or types of stabilizers. Be sure to carry out a test sewing beforehand to check.

FABRICWhen sewing thin or stretch fabrics, fabrics with coarse weaves, or characters/ decorative stitches stored in the machine; attach interfacing to the reverse side. If you do not wish to attach interfacing, place the fabric onto some thin paper such as tracing paper before starting to sew. This acts as a stabilizer.
THREAD#50 – #60
NEEDLEThin and medium fabrics75/11Thick fabrics90/14Stretch fabrics#14 golden needle

BROTHER PC-3000 - Sewing attractive finishes - 1

text_image ①Fabric ②Stabilizer ③Thin paper

Sewing

BROTHER PC-3000 - Sewing - 1

natural_image Sewing machine needle stitching a pink fabric with a blue thread, no text or symbols visible
  1. Attach presser foot "N".

  2. Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the upper thread out to the side and then lower the presser foot.

BROTHER PC-3000 - Sewing - 2

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* Be sure that the material is positioned so that pattern will be sewn facing the correct direction.

①Needle hole reference line

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  1. Push the "START/STOP" button to start sewing.

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  1. Once sewing of the font has been completed, the sewing machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches, and then stop.

When sewing continuous patterns, push the "START/STOP" button to stop the sewing machine, then push the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew reinforcement stitches.

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  1. When sewing is completed, trim any excess thread.

ADJUSTING STITCH PATTERNS

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A stitch pattern may get deformed due to the thread or cloth. It is a good idea to first make a trial stitching, and then make adjustments for each stitch pattern if necessary.

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  1. In decorative stitch mode, use the stitch selection keys to enter the number 94.

  2. Attach presser foot "N" and then start embroidering. A trial pattern for adjustment purposes can then be embroidered. Adjust shape of stitch using the " + " and " - stitch length keys.

* From -9 to +9

Stitch pattern Remedy
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MAINTENANCE

CLEANING

Cleaning the screen

CAUTION

Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the screen, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result.

If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any organic solvents or detergents.

Cleaning the sewing machine surface

CAUTION

Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the sewing machine surface, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result.

If the surface of the sewing machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly and then wipe the surface. After cleaning it once in this way, wipe the surface again with a dry cloth.

Cleaning the shuttle

CAUTION

Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning the shuttle, otherwise injury or electrical shock may result.

Sewing performance will suffer and bobbin thread detection will become unreliable if dust collects in the shuttle. It should be kept clean at all times.

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Always keep the machine clean.

  1. Turn off the power and remove the presser foot holder and the needle.

  2. Loosen the screws.

  3. Remove the needle plate.

①Needle plate

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  1. Take out the shuttle.

  2. Remove accumulated lint and thread from the inner shuttle and race with a brush or a vacuum cleaner.

①Race

②Shuttle

  1. Set the shuttle by aligning the shuttle projection with spring of the stopper.

①Projection

②Spring

* Lint and dust accumulated in the race will sometimes cause poor stitching or malfunction of bobbin thread sensor.

CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB

When replacing the light bulb

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  1. Turn the power off.
    * The power cord plug must be removed from the electric outlet prior to changing the bulb.
  2. Loosen the screw on the reverse side of sewing head.
  3. Remove the end cap.

①Screw ②End cap

  1. Replace the snap in the light bulb with a new one.

①Light bulb

* Light bulbs are available through your dealer. (12V, 5W/ Parts code XA2037051)

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  1. Set the end cap.
  2. Tighten the screw.

①Screw ②End cap

ERROR MESSAGES

If the machine is not properly setup when the "START/STOP" or "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed, or a correction of your operating procedure is necessary, the machine will not start and will instruct you with an alarm and warning message on the LCD.

Warning messages

Check if thread is entangled.

This message is displayed when the motor is locked, such as when the thread becomes entangled.

Lower Presser foot lever.

This message is displayed when the "START/STOP" or "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed, or when the foot controller is pressed down while the presser foot is raised.

This pattern cannot be saved in memory page.

This message is displayed when the pattern that you tried to store could not be combined.

No more stitch can be combined.

This message is displayed when you tried to combine more than 70 patterns.

Return bobbin winding shaft to left.

This message is displayed when the "REVERSE STITCH" or "NEEDLE POSITION" button is pushed while the bobbin winder shaft is at the right.

Disconnect foot control.

This message is displayed when the "START/STOP" button is pushed while the foot controller is connected.

Lift buttonhole lever

This message is displayed when a pattern other than a buttonhole is selected and the "START/STOP" or "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed while the buttonhole lever is lowered.

Lower buttonhole lever

Select Pattern.

This stitch can not be combined.

No pattern is memorized.

This message is displayed when a buttonhole pattern is selected and the "START/STOP" or "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed while the buttonhole lever is raised.

* In this case, the machine can only rotate once.

This message appears when the "START/STOP" or "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed, but no pattern has been selected.

This message appears when trying to combine stitches that cannot be combined.

This message appears when a memory stitch number is entered, but no pattern has been stored under it.

Messages

Saving

Winding bobbin thread.

This message appears when the "MEMORY" key is touched to store a pattern.

This message appears while the bobbin is winding.

Alarm

  • When operating correctly : 1 beep
  • When operating incorrectly : 2 beeps or 4 beeps

Trouble with threads and stitches

Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the place of purchase or your nearest authorized Brother dealer.

SymptomProbable causeRemedy
1. Upper thread breaks1. Upper threading is not correct.1. Re-thread upper thread.
2. Upper thread is entangled.2. Remove thread ends in the race or shuttle.
3. Spool of thread is not correctly set.3. Set spool of thread correctly.
4. Correct needle is not used.4. Change to proper needle.
5. Shuttle is damaged.5. Contact service center.
2. Bobbin thread breaks1. Upper thread is entangled.1. Remove thread ends in the race or inner shuttle.
2. Bobbin is not threaded properly in the shuttle.2. Set bobbin properly and pull out the bobbin thread.
3. Skipped stitches1. Needle is not correctly inserted.1. Insert needle properly.
2. Correct needle is not used.2. Change to proper needle.
3. The combination of fabric, thread and needle is not correct.3. Check the “FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART” on page 27.
4. Dust is clinging under the needle plate.4. Remove dust by cleaning with a brush.
5. Upper threading is not correct.5. Re-thread upper thread.
4. Fabric puckers1. Threading is not correct.1. Re-thread upper and bobbin thread correctly.
2. Correct needle is not used.2. Change to proper needle.
3. Combination of fabric, thread and needle is not correct.3. Check the “FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART” on page 27.
4. Thread tension is too tight.4. Refer to “THREAD TENSION” on page 22.
5. Inability to thread needle1. Needle position is not correct.1. Set needle at proper position using “NEEDLE POSITION” button.
2. Hook of needle threader does not fit into the eye of the needle.2. Set needle at proper position using “NEEDLE POSITION” button.
6. Inability for thread tension control1. Upper threading is not correct.1. Re-thread upper thread.
2. Set of bobbin thread is not correct.2. Set bobbin properly and pull out the bobbin thread.
3. Combination of fabric, thread and needle is not correct.3. Check the “FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART” on page 27.
4. Presser foot holder is not correctly installed.4. Install the foot holder correctly.
7. Shifted sewing position of fonts and patterns1. Pattern sewing position is not correctly adjusted.1. Refer to “ADJUSTING STITCH PATTERNS” on page 87.

Mechanical trouble

SymptomProbable causeRemedy
1. Fabric is not fed properly1. Feed dog is lowered.1. Raise the feed dog with the feed dog adjustment lever.
2. Stitch length is set at no feeding.2. Set stitch length properly.
3. The combination of selected stitch and presser foot is not correct.3. Change presser foot to correct one.
4. Correct needle is not being used.4. Change to proper needle.
5. Thread is entangled.5. Remove thread-ends in the race or inner shuttle.
2. Needle breaks1. Needle is not correctly inserted.1. Set needle properly.
2. Correct needle is not used.2. Change to proper needle.
3. The combination of fabric, thread and needle is not correct.3. Check the “FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART” on page 27.
4. The fabric is pulled too much.4. Guide the fabric allowing it to sew without pulling.
3. Machine does not start1. “START/STOP” button is not pressed.1. Press “START/STOP” button.
2. Main power switch is in the off position.2. Turn the power on.
3. Presser foot is not lowered.3. Lower the presser foot.
4. Display is hard to read1. LCD contrast is not correct.1. Adjust the LCD contrast with the screen brightness control lever.

Note

- If the power goes out while the sewing machine is being operated:

Turn off the sewing machine and unplug its power cord.

When the sewing machine is restarted, operate it correctly according to the operating procedure.

SELECT KEYNAME OF PATTERNPATTERNTYPE OF PRESSER FOOTUSEREINFORCEMENT STITCHINGSTITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH WIDTH KEYSSTITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH LENGTH KEYSAUTOMATIC REINFORCE-MENT STITCHINGSELECT KEYNAME OF PATTERNPATTERNTYPE OF PRESSER FOOTUSEREINFORCEMENT STITCHINGSTITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH WIDTH KEYSSTITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH LENGTH KEYSAUTOMATIC REINFORCE-MENT STITCHING
UTILITY STITCHSTRAIGHT00General sewing, gathering, pintuck, etc.R-★TTDARNING STITCH19Darning of medium fabric
01R★T20Darning of thick fabric
TRIPLE STITCH02General sewing for reinforcement21Reinforcement at opening of pocket, etc.
STRETCH STITCH03Straight stitching (attaching sleeves, reinforcing, sewing stretch fabrics)22For making eyelet on belt, etc.
ZIGZAG04Overcasting, patchworkR★TBUTTON SEWING23Attaching buttons★-T
ELASTIC ZIGZAG05Overcasting (medium, thick and stretch fabrics) Tape attaching, dampingAPPLIQUE24Appliques
OVERCASTING STITCH06Reinforcing of thin and medium fabricSCALLOP25Decorating collar of blouse, edge of handkerchief
07Reinforcing of thick fabricPATCHWORK STITCH26Patchwork stitches, decorative stitching
08Reinforcing of medium, thick and easily-frayable fabricSMOCKING27Smocking, decorative stitching
09Reinforcement of stretch fabricFAGOTING28Fagoting, decorative stitching
BLIND HEM STITCH10Reinforcement of skirtsDECORATIVE STITCH29Decorative stitching for cuffs made from stretch fabric
11Reinforcement of skirts with stretch fabricT
BUTTONHOLE STITCH12Buttonholes for blouses and shirts
13Buttonholes for pajamas and shirts
14Buttonholes for stretch fabric
15Buttonholes for stretch
16Buttonholes for suits and overalls
17Buttonholes for jeans and trousers
18Buttonholes for thick coats
SELECT KEYNAME OF PATTERNTYPE OF PRESSER FOOTUSEMEMORYSTITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH WIDTH KEYSSTITCH ADJUSTMENT BY STITCH LENGTH KEYSAUTOMATIC REINFORCEMENT STITCHING
CHARACTERSALPHABETBROTHER PC-3000 - Note - 1Character sewing
DECORATIVE STITCHBROTHER PC-3000 - Note - 2Decorative stitching
SATIN STITCHBROTHER PC-3000 - Note - 3
CROSS STITCH--

R : The machine sews in reverse while the "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed.

△ : The machine sews three reinforcement stitches and stops when the "REVERSE STITCH" button is pushed.

★: Adjustments can be made.

- : Adjustments cannot be made.

T: Reverse stitches are automatically sewn at the beginning and end of sewing a pattern.

T : If "REVERSE STITCH" was set before sewing, reverse stitches are automatically sewn at the beginning of sewing and end of sewing.

○ : Can be combined and stored in the memory.

HOW TO USE WALKING FOOT (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)

This foot is very useful for sewing materials such as vinyl cloth, synthetic leather, thin leather, etc. These materials are difficult to be fed when sewing but this foot can prevent such materials from crumpling, slipping or stickking between presser foot and materials thanks to even feeding upper and lower materials.

  • You can use walking foot for sewing STRAIGHT STITCH ( 📋 · 📋) and ZIGZAG STITCH ( )
  • This can be used for only 7 mm (stitch width).

Note

You can not use this foot for sewing other patterns.

Please sew in slow to medium speed.

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①Connecting lever
②Presser bar holder

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  1. Raise the needle and turn the power off.

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  1. Raise the presser foot and remove the presser foot.

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  1. Loosen the presser foot holder screw and remove the presser foot holder.

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  1. Position the connecting lever of Walking foot on the needle fixing screw and install Walking foot on to the presser bar. Lower the presser foot and tighten the presser foot holder screw.

PATTERNS (PROGRAMMED IN MACHINE)

Utility stitches
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Character sewing

Alphabet (Block style)
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Alphabet (Italic style)
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Alphabet (Outline style)
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Decorative stitches

Satin stitches
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Cross stitches

Size cannot be changed.

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Hairloom
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Decorative stitch
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Brand : BROTHER

Model : PC-3000

Category : Sewing machine