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ouuu SEWING MACHINE --410- • r. (o0 ' ' `.r 3NFT I r • .4,e r • • 14. • -,3, .? 3 J Airi, OPERATION MANUAL brother® - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
, 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. "SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS" "This sewing machine is - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY. If your sewing machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS -pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must oe fitted in the plug. NOTE The plug sevred from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
other parts • A power failure occurs during use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended. 3. Do not store anything on the foot controller. 4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords. For a longer service life 1. When storing your sewing machine, avoid - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
PART NAMES 4 OTHER INCLUDED ACCESSORIES 6 OPTIONS 6 SELECTION KEYS 7 Screen messages guide you through each operation. 7 OPERATION BUTTONS 8 Using the operation buttons. 8 POWER bobbin thread 66 PINTUCK 67 FLAT FELT SEAM 68 Finished flat fell seam 69 APPLIQUES 70 Sewing the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
the screen Cleaning the sewing machine surface Cleaning the shuttle CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB RELATED CHART OF SEWING FABRICS, THREAD AND NEEDLE 101 101 101 101 101 103 104 ERROR MESSAGES Warning messages Messages Alarm Troubleshooting Trouble with threads and stitches Trouble with threads arid - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
guide for bobbin winding 4- LCD (liquid crystal display) 5- Needle threader lever 6- Thread cutter 7- Presser foot 8- Feed dog 9- Bobbin cover 10- Feed dog adjustment lever 11- Bobbin winder device 12- Balance wheel 13- Speed range control lever A- Main Power Switch and Connectors B- Accessory - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
for foot controller operation. Power cord Use to connect machine to 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 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
in the instruction book. The extra spool pin which is provided as an accessory should be attached to the end of the bobbin winder shaft during use. Note (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used for sewing machine model PC-6000. 1- Walking foot* Parts code - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
this button to sew alphabetical fonts and patterns such as decorative stitches, satin stitches and cross-stitching. o "OPERATION GUIDE" button (Refer to page 30.) Push this button to see information on how to use machine functions such as upper threading, bobbin winding and bobbin thread setting - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
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 the button is - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
POWER SUPPLY .0 4- t 1. Insert the plug into a wall outlet. Main power switch 2. Set the main power switch to " I ". 3. To turn off the sewing machine, set the main power switch to 9 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
not press down too hard on the screen, otherwise problems may result. Examples of the keys on LCD " using the function. About the screen Notes - All or parts of the screen may become darker instructions on the next page for LCD adjustments. - The screen may be dark, immediately after the power - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
Adjusting the LCD brightness after turning on the power 1, While touching the LCD (anywhere is OK). turn the power off and then back on again. The "START/STOP" button will not illuminate at this time. 2. Push either -OPERATION GUIDE- or "STITCH/ THREAD ADJUSTMENT" to make the LCD darker each time - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
BOBBIN 1I CHANGING NEEDLE 1 UPPER THREADING 1 (FABRIC MD THRDID RND NEMO( TROUBLE CHECK (BRIGHTNESS OF LCDAFINE RIRISTMEHT OF STITCH] I. LANGUAGE SELECTION To change derraity, touch "WHITE" key or "BLACK" key in next page. Adjusting the LCD brightness during operation 1. Push the -OPERATION GUIDE - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
KEY 1 [ IAJIND DIG BOBBIN 0:HANGING PRESSER FoCIT1 1 SETTING BOBBIN II CHANGING NEEDLE .[ UPPER THREADING Example: To change the display language to Spanish. 1. Touch the "OPERATION GUIDE" key. 2. Touch the "NEXT" key. (FABRIC AND THREAD AND NEEDLEII TROUBLE CHECK 1BPIGHTNESS OF LCDIIFINE HD - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
NEXT Example: To change the display language from Spanish back to English 1. Touch the "OPERATION GUIDE" key. 2. Touch the "NEXT" key. 3. Touch the "LANGUAGE SELECTION" key. used as a translation function. If the power supply is turned off, the current language setting will be retained and will not - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
Be sure to use the specified bobbin (part code 136492-101). Use of a different part may result in injuries or damage. 2 4,9 '7u 5 ii rouounnonl-'R Th • Jo 1 1 1. Connect the machine to the power supply and turn on the main power. 2. Set the thread spool. The thread end should come from - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
, push the "START/STOP" button to stop the machine. 9. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. Note Immediately after winding the bobbin, it is normal to hear the sound of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or manually turning the balance wheel. 16 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
Setting the bobbin 1 1. Slide open the bobbin cover. CO Bobbin cover • Bobbin cover release button (-721 to:! 2. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle with the thread direction as noted in the diagram. - - - 3. Guide the thread end through the slit, then pull the thread toward you to cut off any - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
, push the "START/STOP" button to stop the machine. 9. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. Note Immediately after winding the bobbin, it is normal to hear the sound of the clutch engaging when beginning to sew or manually turning the balance wheel. 16 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
foot mentioned in this Operation Manual is installed. --- - )Emat I 6 I 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 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
presser foot. 6. Guide the thread through the wire loop and thread through needle eye. • Wire loop You do not need to pull the bobbin thread up before you start sewing. 7. Pass the thread underneath the presser foot and pull it out from the rear of the machine by about 5 cm. Note Always raise the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
spool pin into the end of the bobbin winder shaft Spool felt • Thread spool 01( )4 ble 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 and a thread net. Note - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
's maximum sewing speed. 3. Release the foot controller to stop the sewing machine. When the foot controller is being used, the "START/STOP" button has no effect on the sewing. Note (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used for sewing machine model PC6000. 21 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
SELECTING A STITCH (UTILITY STITCHES) This sewing machine is equipped with 53 built-in utility stitches. I 0 -711, 1.. • III III ; 000 1 t. Strai9ht 11 l I If l t 11-1 •Cni - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
Mitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)) Auto. Manual Auto. Manual [0.0 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.2-5 0 (0,0)1 (0-932) (132) (O28-1164) (1/16-9/32) 1.4 • 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-5/32) 1.0 0.2-4.0 (3'64) (1/128-132) Eyelet Button sewing 5.0 1.5-7.0 (13/64) (I/16-932) _1- as 2,5-5 0 (us) (132-13/64) - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
width (mm (inch.)) Stitch length (mm (inch.)) Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 4.0 0.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 (5/32) (0.0-9/32) (3/32) (3164-5/ (1/16-9/32) (3/64) (11128-5/32) _ Lateral sewing (Straight) - -- - - •••• •1 Lateral sewing (Zigzag) ,..---- _.. __. 6.0 1.5-7.0 2.5 1.5-4.0 (1/4) - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
ADJUSTMENT" to adjust the thread tension as desired. when using special thread or sewing on special fabric when sewing gathers when the automatic 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 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
I OH HUTU U-±L. Push the "STITCH/THREAD ADJUSTMENT" button, then touch the " i J " key. The upper thread becomes stronger each time the key is touched. O • Upper thread Bobbin thread • Reverse side • If the upper thread is too weak, locks appear on the reverse side of the fabric. 26 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
POSITION" button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power. 2. Raise the presser foot lever. ( 3. Press the black button pin r Removing the Presser Foot Holder (while cleaning, etc.) Loosen the presser foot holder screw, then pull the presser foot 1 II L holder down to remove it. Note - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
4-A - IT in* 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. Feed dogs are lowered during button sewing as well. If you are continuing to sew, slide the lever to the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
as it will go against the needle stopper. Fasten the screw securely with a screwdriver. Needle stopper 5. Turn the power on. Checking needle 1. Place the needle on a flat surface and check whether the space is parallel or not. be thrown away to prevent damage to your project or to the machine. 29 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
in this manual. Pressing "OPERATION GUIDE" shows basic operating procedures such as bobbin winding and upper threading on the display allowing you quickly and easily operate the sewing machine. Example: For bobbin setting • WINDING BOBBIN )(CHANGING PRESSER FOOT) 0 O 1 SETTING BGEBIN II CHANGING - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
hand to move the needle to the sewing start position. • Thread Sewing can begin without pulling out the bobbin thread. ,-r-E-176- 4. Lower the presser foot. Push the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew reverse stitches, and then press the "START/STOP" button. The machine will start to run at a slow - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
to cut the thread and raise the needle. Note - Do not push the -THREAD CUTTER' button if no fabric is in the machine or while the machine is sewing. Doing so may damage the machine or cause injuries. - Use the cutter on the left side of the machine to cut threads thicker than #30 or nylon - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
" button. If the sewing is paused, the ending reinforcement stitches will not be made. 4. To finish the stitch, push the "REVERSE STITCH" button to make ending reinforcement stitches (reverse stitches if the straight stitch was selected) before the machine stops. The machine automatically stops - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
sewing buttonholes or bar tacks. 1. Select the stitch. Touch the "THREAD CUTTING" key and the key changes to the "BLACK THREAD CUTTING" key. Note if the straight stitch was selected) and cut the thread before the machine stops. 0 Automatically trims the thread and stops. Fabric should be placed - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
the next part of the procedure. Follow the procedure to sew the buttonhole stitch. I2ittach buttonhole toot" . out. rear plate and insert button. La4er presser foot. Place mark on foot to mark on fabr ic Lower buttonhole 1tEf,,eer i 1 ) behind bracket. CEO Start machine - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
When sewing thicker- fabrics, adjust as Follcws. Touch "STITCH ADJUSMENT" key then touch "L" key. If "SCISSORS" keq is pre-set, thread will be autanatically cut at. :E.eto1 rig end. 36 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
thread toward the back. Sewing folded parts Support the fabric while feeding by hand, and sew the fabric toward the folded side. L Sewing curves -c 0 6 Sewing a curve with a straight stitch Sew slowly, while keeping the seams parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
Sew slowly while keeping the seams parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve. For sharp corners, temporarily stop sewing of sewing, place another piece of fabric with the same thickness at the back of the material. Using a straight stitch foot (optional accessory item - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
Using the needle plate 15 25 Align the edge of the material with a line on the needle plate to sew even seam allowances. rFree-arm sewing Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular areas such as pant hems and cuffs. 39 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
under presser foot while keeping space from the edge for reverse sewing. 2. Sew at a slow speed as you approach the end of the sewing 5 area, then push the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew sev- eral reverse stitches and stop the machine. 3. Push the "THREAD CUTTER" button to cut the thread. If - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
(3/64"), the stitch length will be set to 4.0 mm (5/32") automatically during sewing even if you set the length to 5.0 mm (13/64"). Changing the needle position STITCH I WIDTH "' • O 0 0 ) ) c •) smompo. w Ii O Touch the " 1 p,t j and " j4i j " stitch width setting keys to - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
is over the edge of the fabric. • Needle drop point Applique (using a zigzag stitch) Attach the applique using adhesive or basting, then sew it. * Sew a zigzag stitch, while positioning the right hand needle drop point just outside the edge of the fabric. • D ' Patchwork (for crazy quilt) 0 Turn - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
stretch fabrics • Medium stretch fabric (i) Stretch fabric • Stretch fabric When using 0, or stitches Sew the fabric while placing fabric edge against the guide of presser foot "G". 0 Guide When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitch are preset, a reinforcement stitch will - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
fabrics O Thick fabric O Thick and medium stretch fabrics O Normal sewing Zigzag stitch By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while turn off the power. 2. Raise the presser foot lever. 3. Unscrew screw on the presser foot holder and remove the presser loot holder. ii 5 5I P iI • -"LL - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
side cutter, it may cause the needle to break. When sewing straight stitches only The seam margin should be about 0.5 cm 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 8. above, and start sewing - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
the edge of the folded hem. O Guide • Folded hem 3. Adjust the needle position using the stitch width setting keys so that needle slightly catches the fold of the hem, and then sew the fabric. O Needle drop position When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitch are preset - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
Adjusting the needle drop position I NJ 0 0 0( Touch the NI I " and " I I4 I" stitch width setting keys to adjust the needle drop position so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. A- If the needle catches the fold of hem too much. - Touch the thl I " stitch width setting key. - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
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 correct. To do this, push the presser foot towards the back of the machine as shown in the figure at the left. Pass the thread underneath the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
. the machine cuts both threads automatically after sewing is completed. • If the fabric wilt not feed (for instance, because it is too thick), touch the L stitch length setting key to increase the stitch length. 6. Open the buttonhole. Normal buttonhole and rounded buttonhole Insert a pin in - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 54
4 4 O 0 4 4 00 4 0 4 0000 4 Reinforcement stitch 0 Sewing stretch fabrics C- a 1" When sewing buttonholes onto stretch fabric, insert a gimp thread into the buttonhole seam ("( buttonholes Lower the presser foot and start sewing. Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the gimp thread. 50 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
1 3. Once sewing is completed, pull the gimp thread gently to remove any slack, and trim any surplus length. Buttons that do not fit into the guide plate (Odd-shaped buttons) T IA fl Measure the button diameter + thickness to set the plate. Example: For a button with a diameter of 1.5 cm (19/32") - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
marked with an "A", otherwise the size of the stitch will not be correct. To do this, 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. A 3. Check the first needle drop point, then lower the presser - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
5. While lightly holding the upper thread. push the "STAFiTiSTOP" button. The machine will stop with a reinforcement stitch automatically atter sewing is completed. ' If "THREAD CUTTING" was set before sewing, the machine automatically cuts both threads after stopping. ' If the fabric does not feed - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
thread underneath the presser toot. 3. Lower the button hole lever to set it behind the metal bracket. O Metal bracket r-- r. 4. Start sewing while holding the upper thread by hand. 51 The machine stops automatically after sewing a reinforcement stitch. When automatic thread cutting is set, the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
select the desired length. O "AUTO": 2.0 mm (5/64") • " L ) ": Longer (less dense) • " 3j ": Shorter (more dense) If the fabric does not feed (for example, when sewing on thick fabric). touch stitch length key to increase the stitch length. Changing the bar tack stitch width 'VI STITCH DTH tfflim - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
zigzag stitch 0 0 1. Attach presser foot "J", select pattern " ", set the stitch length to 4.0 mm and set the thread tension to a weak setting. Sew a straight stitch. Pull the bobbin thread to obtain the desired amount of gather. - 2. Place the tape on top of the seam which you have just sewn - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 61
Eyelet, I EN TTEPN II THREAD TENS ION U SIZE 13 0 O • 1. Push the "STITCH/THREAD ADJUSTMENT" button, then select the eyelet size. 2. Attach presser foot N, check the needle drop point and lower the presser foot, then push the "START/STOP" button to start sewing. The machine will stop with - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
off the accessory compartment to sew- ing is completed, the sewing machine will stop automatically. 6 If extra attachment strength is needed, carry out the button sewing operation twice. 4. Once sewing is completed, return the feed dog to its original position, pull the bobbin thread at the sewing - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
sew the two holes which are closest to you. Once they have been sewn. raise the presser foot, move the needle to the next two holes and then sew shank lever toward you and then start sewing. 0 Shank lever 2. Hold the upper thread ends at the sewing start and sewing end which are between the button - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
the length of one stitch to between 5 mm and 30 mm (13/64" to 1-13/64"). 5 mm to 30 mm (13/64" to 1-13/64") 2. Sew while keeping the fabric taut. 3. End - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
"..1" and sew straight stitches up to the crotch end. Change to a basting stitch and sew to the top Mid) IIid -3, r . - 3. Attach the right pin of presser foot "I" to the presser foot holder, then touch The thread tension adjusts for presser loot "I". Note If " SM! '' and then "ZIPPER INSERTION - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
of zipper) [ SW_irda ) qht h 4d li Eqlmm ? ft ( 1 II-1 3. Select the " " stitch and then touch the " " key. The necessary adjustment for zipper insertion will be carried out automatically. 4. Put the left side of presser foot "I" into the holder, and then sew the bottom layer to the crotch end - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 67
the fabric. • Reverse side 0 0 0 O 6. Turn the fabric over to the right side and sew a straight stitch 5 cm from the end, stop the machine, lower the needle, raise the presser foot and then remove the basting stitches. • Surface 0 7. Move the zipper pull and sew the remaining part. Surface 0 63 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 68
reach the narrow end of the dart; stop, lift the presser foot, slide your fabric towards you (19 mm). Touch "STITCH LENGTH", reduce to 0.4 mm. Sew 3 stitches on the seam line. K This will secure the thread ends, cut the thread. 4. Iron the dart to one side so that it is flat - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 69
32") and a weak thread tension would automatically be selected. 2. Attach presser foot "J". Pull out the bobbin and upper threads by 5 cm (2"). Upper thread • Bobbin thread • About 5 cm (2") \ 0.1 0( 0( )%4 3. Sew two rows of straight stitches parallel to the seam line, then trim excess thread - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 70
5. Smooth the gathers by ironing them. LPtilling out the bobbin thread 1. Pass the thread along the groove in the direction of the arrow. and leave it there without cutting it. Shuttle The bobbin cover should still be removed. 2. While holding the upper thread, push the "NEEDLE POSITION" button - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 71
Reverse side OO 2. Fold the fabric so that the surface faces upward and iron only the folded parts. O Surface 0 0 11 3. Put the right end of presser foot "I" into the holder, and sew a straight stitch along the fold. 0 O Width for pintuck Reverse side • Surface When the automatic thread cutting - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 72
for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly. 1. Attach presser foot "J". Sew the seam line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the the start of sewing. Press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew a reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the finish of sewing. 2. Spread out - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 73
Finished flat fell seam 0 Surface 59 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 74
sewn automatically at the start of sewing. Press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew a reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the finish of sewing. 3. Finish O Applique O Needle drop point Sewing the applique around corners 1. Stop the machine and position the needle just outside - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 75
applique onto the fabric, and then fold over the seam margin using an iron. 3. Turn the fabric over and sew basting stitches around the edge. Attach monogramming foot "N" and then sew around the edge, while dropping the needle as close to the edge as possible. When the automatic thread cutting and - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 76
- ment stitch are preset. reinforcement stitches will be sewn automatically at the start of sewing. Press the "REVERSE STITCH" button to sew a reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the finish of sewing. 0 2. Trim along the stitches carefully so as not to cut the stitches. There - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 77
the "L" stitch. set the stitch length to 4.0 mm and set - the thread tension to a weak setting. Then sew columns of straight stitches at intervals of 1 cm. About 1 cm (25/64") 2. Pull the bobbin threads to obtain the desired amount of gather. and then smooth the gathers by ironing them. 3. Attach - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 78
(1) 1 cm (25/64") O Reverse side 2. Attach presser foot "J". Set the center of the presser foot on the seam line of the joined fabrics and then sew over the seam. using one of the decorative stitches shown above. • Surface • Seam O _ 74 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 79
(5/32") O Thin paper or stabilizer sheet 2. Attach presser foot "J". Set the center of the presser foot on the centers of both fabrics and begin sewing. O Basting stitch Use a heavier weight thread (Example: 30# topstitching or cotton thread for machine quilting) After sewing, remove the paper. 75 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 80
. 2. Fold the fabric in half diagonally. Use a thin fabric. 3. Drop the needle slightly to the outside of the edge of the fabric. and then start sewing. 4. Open out the fabric and iron the fold down to one side. 6 76 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 81
stitch width has been set to manual, check that the needle will not touch the presser foot before start- ing sewing. " hem-stitching 1 1. Pull sew one edge of the frayed part. 3. With the back side of the fabric continuing to face you, turn the fabric and sew the other edge of the frayed part - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 82
out several threads from both sides of the 4 mm (5/32") part which is not yet frayed. [Pull out four threads. leave five 4.0 mm (5/32") or less. O Four threads (Pull out) O Five threads (Leave) 2. Sew the decorative stitch on the center of the five threads created above. • Wing needle is an option. - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 83
(STRAIGHT/ZIGZAG) Multi-directional sewing on tubular fabrics. Slide the flat bed attachment off the machine to create the free arm. 4 3 1 2 1 1. Attach presser foot "Nr. Sew with the " i" stitch to the point required. Start point 2. Select the "1_ " stitch, and then sew until you reach the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 84
3 4 3. Select the " stitch again, and push the "REVERSE STITCH" button. 4. Select the " f ::}"stitch, and then sew until you reach the starting point. Lateral zigzag sewing should be carried out using the same procedure as lateral straight sewing. 80 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 85
\ C) c=rxcv, a G) c) G- , _______ ---- 3 UTILITY STITCH FONTI DECORATE MEMORY L OPERATION STITCH GUIDE ADJUST I rd A _ 4 7 paLtern. Ow% 1 Push the "FONT/DECORATIVE STITCH" button. 2. foot, then push the "START/STOP" button to start sewing. (Refer to page 98 for more details on how to - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 86
CHARACTER SEWING TCombining characters Example: To write the word "Bus" Select. pattern, A 7, I...!;IiyI...4..--.-.,.7c --..c. ' , .. 0 •-r tr -. Touch the alphabetical font key for the style that you wish to - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 87
DECORATIVE, SATIN AND CROSS STITCH SEWING UTILITY STITCH DEFCOONRTA' TE,MEMORY PERATIO STITCH GUIDE ADJUST, ABC 1. Push the "FONT/DECORATIVE STITCH" button. 3e1ect pat tern. 2. Touch the "DESIGNS" key. (T. N Se1ec L. pa t_.L.ern yeliNhoSYAWooi, x' • Decorative patterns (?) Satin stitch - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 88
", "."*" " ESL1L:3 w'• " 1. If one of the decorative stitches listed above is selected. " (3,1.7.M" appears on the display. N I "--------- t 7'1 ". Two stitching densities are avail- able: STANDARD and COARSE. Note Depending on the types of fabric and thread used. the thread may become - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 89
"SATIN STITCH". 1.0IEGfiPREIIINE1 q • ilynn 46 I) ,Addil Il NVINI""" PHTTEPN 0°4610 11. YNA\niii ) 111 [COO I N 0600, I. 1k wA'Y40oji II NAVIMNI '"'." " 1. 1 PATTERN lI tiGTH„ I /1,11\--, 2. Touch the key of the desired satin stitch pattern. There are a total of 3 screens showing - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 90
2. Touch the key of the desired cross stitch pattern. There are a total of 2 screens showing cross stitch patterns. I. . CHECII1CLEf:IP I .:•,. ..ill PPE.) II -;:: II NEXT 1 3. Touch the pattern that you would like to use. The pattern you touch will then be selected for use. If you select the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 91
I Changing fonts Bu t 11:11ECI 'PRO [NE 17.7)ifliTilt-FIFiiiITIITS)121 5) N/ 6.j1(x)(T) i71(474!1 cz=,B. r 11:7;)iiIii:71)1211r7.i 1. Touch the "Clear" key. Each touch of the key deletes the last - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 92
Changing the pattern length (elongation) Use "PATTERN LENGTH1" through "PATTERN LENGTHS" to lengthen a satin stitch pattern to one of 5 different sizes without changing the stitch width or length. 0 01 2 3 4 5 41), Actual size ei Pattern length IPPEQIItivcrl 4100' :C- AL 11PATTERNrairirC„.-•1 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 93
I [...] ( „dr .1116 0, 0/0-44706'^.10-44Pie-IrHE(.41IPREIIINEN:11 ..I ANIL •geN, aigillikek, I.,LEtiliTli N 1, 40"r .11, V II/Pbj, 11•. )1.41i1P/6. PHT:T3ERt:1 1/1:11:'...4.• .11,LENGTH 14ENP.) NJ 1. -66r )1. AWAINK AT pr r ... ( \ Ai L.E. NG-T..H.'. Example: To combine patterns made with " - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 94
Adjusting the stitch length N ,GLEN5 STITCH I Li HTH WIDTH N END THlF:1E0SoNs °col Muu 0 Push the "STITCH/THREAD ADJUSTMENT" button, then touch the stitch length keys " I L 1 " or " to select the desired length. 0 Initial length: 0.4 mm (1/64) The thread may easily become knotted when - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 95
,''.,I 7. 4I l. .6ctititititri 106. 11 .NORp. I.A11Ir 11 .11 Nh b. .1( .3PLHETNTGETRHN I:' II I v311.:1E-fIR. I •-• IF,RE'IIINE:;:ii .) PLHETNTGETPHN 1,/1 11`,1 I. ._669r EC 1PRE EKEI .\A )1 1( „ii P.LH.ETN1TGETRHtiII/1-)1 A I 1. Touch the " .O111th, I " key. 2. Touch the" "key. The - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 96
41-7LI -,:z;',.'.'liii/ti0iiililiY..• ..-. N''.'',iIi.iIiIiiIiIiI\Ye'. '..,',Ai1n11il1i1c) Yfri1l-'HEI I1F'POIIIIND,-ir1i 1:. .1 1. .669"r .1( VIIIIIIIPHlag ilibh I Till t II . '4 '1 I 'YIN,. g '''.'lliiii0 11 .46'6'06.1 FL'INGETRI-j 111.1EHfill h. III "'MOP" Touch the "CHECK" key. The - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 97
AGINN' J A L 93 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 98
I Checking the combined pattern CLEAR NE-i:T I. rd If. I IL.< II If ) CLEAR It PREU r.1E7 When using the satin stitch . .. .. . Il..„1'0401: 0--0.k:Iiiii.lk....im...,...,14/...A...YillIiIhiki e'...ivl....A,,,yN,wYW,eN"wYN.JA..NN.',INN1I.. - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 99
)irn)(n) UTILITY L STITCH FONT( DECORATE MEMORY 'OPERATION STITCH GUIDE ADJUST IPPEIIINENT1 IMENORY tF.:ETRIEUE -1) Say i Enter the fonts pattern, the previous pattern will be deleted. - Do not turn off the power while a pattern is being saved. - Five pattern combinations can be stored. - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 100
if: Ij' Recalling a stored pattern combination UTILITY L STITCH FONT/ DECORATE( MEMORY OPERATION STITCH GUIDE LADJUST N =a i r IPPEtIlINEKri (PlEMOR.Y1) [RETRIEVE 11 Example: To recall the "MEMORY" pattern stored in memory address 2 1. Push the "MEMORY" key. 2. Touch the "NEXT" key. N B - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 101
fabric thicknesses or types of stabilizers. Be sure to carry out a test sewing beforehand to check. FABRIC THREAD When sewing thin or stretch fabrics, fabrics with coarse weaves, or characters/ decoratives stitches stored in the machine attach interfacing to the reverse side. If you do not wish to - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 102
3. Draw lines to join the marks as shown in the illustration. Sewing 6 0 1. Attach presser foot "N". 2. Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the upper thread out to the be sewn facing the correct direction. Needle hole reference line 3. Push the "START/STOP" button to start sewing. 98 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 103
in the raised position while the fabric is fed due to the needle bar separation mechanism which is used in this sewing machine. At such times, a clicking sound which is different from the sound generated during sewing will be heard, but this sound is normal and is not the sign of a malfunction. 99 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 104
then make adjustments for each stitch pattern if necessary. (FAVRICMD TWO MO NEEDLIEI TROUBLE CHECK I iBRIGHTNESS OF LC:OilFINE fiD.RISTNENT OF STITCH) LANGLIHGE SELECTION 1. Touch the "OPERATION GUIDE" key. 2. Touch the "FINE ADJUSTMENT OF STITCH" key. I C) Stitch pattern 3. Attach presser foot - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 105
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. Always keep the machine clean - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 106
the shuttle projection with spring of the stopper. Projection • Spring " Lint and dust accumulated in the race will sometimes cause poor stitching or malfunction of bobbin thread sensor. 102 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 107
CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB When replacing the light bulb Lt 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, • Screw 01) End cap 4. Replace the snap in the - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 108
of top stitch thread -- - - -- Silk 30 Size of needle 11-14 9-11 14-16 Golden needle 11-14 14-16 For sewing on the popular stretch variety of fabrics: embroidery and decorative stitch sewing, "Golden needle" should be used. Today there are many different types of needles to suit a variety of - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 109
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. is displayed when you tried to combine more than 71 patterns. Return bobbin winding shaft to left. Start/Stop button does not work when foot - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 110
is pushed while the buttonhole lever is raised. In this case, the machine can only rotate once. This message is displayed when a "RETRIEVE" key key is touched to store a pattern. tJindirra bobbin hr F!aci This message appears while the bobbin is winding. Alarm • When operating correctly : 1 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 111
Troubleshooting This sewing machine is equipped with an easy-to-use troubleshooting function which provides assistance when there is a problem with sewing. Touch the applicable problem and check for the cause of the problem. kiI NDI NO BOBBIN I1CHI=INGING PRESSER FOOT' 1 SETTING BOBBIN CHANGING - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 112
1 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. Symptom Probable cause Remedy 1. Upper thread breaks 1 . Upper threading is not correct. 1_ Re- - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 113
which is not normally generated during sewing will be heard. but this sound is normal and is not clicking a sign of a malfunction. - 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 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 114
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sewn at the beginning and end of sewing a pattern. If "REVERSE STITCHING" was set before sewing, reverse stitches are automatically sewn at the beginning of sewing and end of sewing. If "THREAD CUTTING" was set before sewing, the machine automatically cuts both threads after stopping. 112 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 117
Utility stitches I I III 1 i in I I III I I III k::_ 00 innn 1111111 1111111 u11u111u11i C: 0 ':----3 Character sewing Alphabet (Block style) Size "L" (Large) : 11 mm (7/16"), "S" (Small) : 7 mm (1/4") I L L.,1 T c=1 Alphabet (Italic style) Size "L" (Large) : 11 mm (7/16 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 118
Alphabet (Cursive hand writing style) Size "L" (Large) : 27 mm (1"), "S" (Small) : 15 mm (3/8") 4 c-t 44 4 Alphabet Size cannot be changed. Decorative stitches Satin stitches OHS AYIYW Wk. Cross stitches Size cannot be changed. -"II06- .64glir ,Addh'ep. 1 1 4 - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 119
) or -S" (Small). 2 .;--1 ILL • u 1LEI I+ ) 4a i7)64q. 1716 2,!r • •wile me•o."ly.•re•l.i"o ( I -% •-14/7- s.,' ,) 4`W I I, I I„I ) f Iyi C) C) C) a 27';• L117:-•.4•. IC I -C-C-C- C12 C•i-21 Aar6U_ )4PC--->v - Brother International PC-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 120
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