Brother International SC3000 Operation Manual

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    Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-E42/E43/E47/E51 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.
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    Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are
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    pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not not use outdoors. 8 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem
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    by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. For additional product information, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use
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    CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 6 ACCESSORIES ...6 Included accessories ...6 Optional accessories ...7 Accessory compartment ...7 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8 The main parts ...8 Needle and presser foot
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    95 Restrictions on oiling ...95 Precautions on storing the machine ...95 Cleaning the machine surface ...95 Cleaning the race ...95 TROUBLESHOOTING ...98 Frequent troubleshooting topics ...98 Upper thread tightened up ...98 Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ...99 Incorrect thread tension ...102
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Note (For U.S.A. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller
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    foot Part Code Americas Others SA140 F033N: XG6623-001 SA129 F005N: XC1948-052 SA125 F001N: XC1944-052 No. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch Part Code Americas Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-052 XZ5051-001 Accessory compartment The accessories are stored in a compartment inside
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    25) This holds the spool of thread. j Handwheel This is used to manually raise and lower the needle. k Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding then threading the machine. s Thread guide cover (page 18 and 27) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading
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    to hold the presser foot holder in place. k Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. l Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. m Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. The operation panel differs depending on the sewing machine model. a LCD (liquid crystal display) 1 The number of the
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    Spool pin As shown, press down on the spool pin lever with your finger to raise the spool pin. ■ Storing the spool pin When placing the cover on the sewing machine before storing or if the spool pin will not be used, return the spool pin to its storage position. Remove the spool from the
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ■ Installing the spool pin If the spool pin has been removed from the a machine, insert the tab on the spool pin into the hole on the back of the machine, as shown. Flip chart You can check the pattern numbers of the stitches using the flip chart on the machine. Hold
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    USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make
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    sewing light comes on when the machine is turned on. Memo ● When the machine is turned on, the needle and the feed dogs will make sound when they move; this is not a malfunction. To turn off the machine, set the main power c switch to "{". X The sewing light goes off when the
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    Sewing speed controller Changing the initial needle (for models equipped with position the start/stop button) Normally, the straight stitch (left needle position) is Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or a right to select the desired sewing speed. Slide the sewing speed
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Cancelling the operation beep When the sewing machine is purchased, it is set to beep each time a key is pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (stitch width b adjustment key)
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    This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 20. 1 a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using
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    a a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space While holding the spool with your right hand, e and then pass the thread under the thread guide. CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may
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    when the thread is wound around the bobbin. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Make sure that the thread passes under the pre-tension disk. b Hook bobbin. 1 a 1 cm (1/2 inch) CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is wound,
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    ). Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound
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    poorly Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. 21
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Lower threading Install the bobbin wound with thread. • For more details on quick-set bobbin, see page 23. CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. Raise the needle to its highest
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    is on the left, and then, after pulling the thread firmly around the tab with your left hand as shown, lightly pull the thread to guide it through the slit. • Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from the left side of the cover (as shown
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While lightly holding down the bobbin with e your right hand as shown, guide the thread through the slit (a and b). • At this time, check that the bobbin easily rotates counterclockwise. Then, pull the thread toward you to cut it
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    For details on the needle threader, see page 28. 1 CAUTION a Spool pin b Mark on the handwheel ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break. ● Never use a thread weight of
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE As shown, press down on the spool pin lever d with your finger. X The spool pin swings up. Fully insert the spool for the upper thread f onto the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom.
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    with your right hand so that there is no slack in the thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Thread take-up lever Memo ● If the needle is not raised, the thread takeup lever cannot be threaded. Be sure
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    before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) a Needle bar thread guide Turn off the sewing machine. m CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the
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    out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a 5 cm (2 inches) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 29
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inches) of both d threads and pull them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle
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    precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never
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    needle Replace the needle as described below. Use the disc-shaped screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle". Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up
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    Lower the presser foot lever. c With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. 1 a Presser foot lever CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, place fabric or paper under the presser foot to prevent the needle from
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    to "Replacing the needle" (page 32). Thread the upper thread for the left needle. b • For details, refer to steps a through l of "Upper threading" (page 25). Manually thread the left needle with the c upper thread. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. Insert the
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    cover • For details, refer to step h through k of "Upper threading" (page 25). Without passing the thread through the g needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly
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    KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● Always turn off the power before you change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you
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    Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the f presser foot pin snaps into the shank in the presser foot holder. Use the disc-shaped screwdriver to loosen the b presser foot holder screw. 1 a Disc-shaped screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw ■ Attaching the presser
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    SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts
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    Selecting a stitch Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press (stitch selection keys). The d number of the selected stitch is displayed. Press
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    SEWING BASICS Adjusting the stitch length and width ■ [Example] Selecting stitch . Press the stitch selection keys to select stitch 05. a With on the right, select "5", and with on the left, select "0". CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (
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    Starting to sew Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your
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    SEWING BASICS Take your foot off the foot controller, or press h (start/stop button) once (if the machine was started by pressing (start/stop button)) (for models equipped with the start/stop button). X The machine stops sewing. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel i toward you (
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    Thread tension The thread tension will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. Memo ● We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew. ■ Correct tension Correct tension is important as too much or too
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    SEWING BASICS USEFUL SEWING TIPS Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing Lower the presser foot lever and continue c sewing. After you select a stitch, the machine automatically sets the
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    ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching The fabric may not feed when thick seams are being sewn and the presser foot is not level, as shown below. In this case, use the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side of zigzag foot "J")
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    SEWING BASICS Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. Move the needle (be to use a fine needle) to the furthest left or righthand position so that the fabric does not get pulled down into the feed dog area. If this
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    Name Zigzag stitch Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Pattern No. Application Auto Auto Manual Manual 3.5 (1/8) J 05 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. 3 3-point zigzag stitch Overcasting on
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    (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. Sew with the edge of the fabric against the e presser foot guide. 1 a Needle drop point CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not
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    Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Left Center J 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ** Yes
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    , like the hem of a pair of trousers, without the stitch showing. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 13 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics R 14 Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics
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    Fold back the fabric inside along the basting. d Position the fabric with the edge of the folded j hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 3 a Wrong side of fabric 3 5 b Right side of fabric c Edge of fabric 4 6 d Desired edge
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    fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting a stitch" (page 39). Sew with the fold of the hem against the l presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the m fabric right side up. 1 2 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric 52
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    be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual A 37 Horizontal buttonholes on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.5 (1/32) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) * No No Auto Reinf
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    + thickness of button) c 5 mm (3/16 inch) Example: For a button with a diameter of 15 mm (9/16 inch) and a thickness of 10 mm (3/8 inch), the button guide plate should be set to 25 mm (1 inch) on the scale. 1 2 a 10 mm (3/8 inch) b 15 mm (9/16 inch) Attach buttonhole foot "A". c Select a stitch
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    Position the fabric with the front end of the f buttonhole mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. 1 Gently hold the end of the upper thread in h your left hand, and then start sewing. 2 A 2 a Mark on fabric b Red marks on
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    UTILITY STITCHES Insert a pin at the end of the buttonhole k stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut, and then use a seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole. 2 ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook
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    Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached. Measure the distance between the holes in the a button to be attached. Place a button between the presser foot and d the fabric. Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the b feed
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    UTILITY STITCHES Turn the handwheel toward you h (counterclockwise) to check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width to the distance between the button holes. CAUTION ● When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the button, otherwise the
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    Foot Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Straight stitch (center) I 02 Attaching zippers, basic stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc
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    UTILITY STITCHES Attach the presser foot holder to the right side e of the pin on zipper foot "I". I CAUTION ● Make sure the needle does not hit the zipper during sewing. If the needle hits the zipper, the needle may break and you may be injured. a Pin on the right side b Needle drop point
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    and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch J 04 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Yes ( J ) No
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    UTILITY STITCHES Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind the presser foot with your left hand, pull the fabric at the pin nearest the front of the presser foot with your right hand. CAUTION ● When
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    and quilts are described below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Zigzag stitch 3.5 (1/8) J 05 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 (0-3/16) ** Yes ( J ) * Yes Rev. Zigzag
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    UTILITY STITCHES Appliqués You can create an appliqué by cutting a different piece of fabric into a shape and using it as a decoration. Baste the cut design to the fabric. a CAUTION ● If glue is used to hold the cut design in place on the fabric, do not apply glue to areas that will be sewn with
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    can easily be sewn using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. walking foot. Models equipped with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after
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    holder Note Models equipped with a needle threader ● Thread the needle manually when using the quilting foot, or only attach the quilting foot after using the needle threader. Adjust the stem of the quilting guide so that b the guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn. Remove the
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    Hold the quilting foot in place with your right c hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the disc-shaped screwdriver in your left hand. Use both hands to hold the fabric taut, then f move the fabric to follow the pattern. Reinforcement stitches are sewn at the beginning and
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    Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams "J". a Determine the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings
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    Position the fabric so that the opening of the d pocket faces toward you, and then lower the presser foot lever so that the needle drops 2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the pocket opening. Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as e possible. a Buttonhole lever 1 The buttonhole lever is
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    Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch Joining stitch Shell tuck stitch Smocking stitch Satin scallop stitch J 22 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching J 23 Fagoting
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    5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 6.0 (15/64) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Reinf. No No Reinf. No No Reinf. CAUTION 3 ● Be sure to turn
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    UTILITY STITCHES Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeating pattern that looks like shells is called "scalloping". It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of handkerchiefs. Attach monogramming foot "N". a Select stitch . b Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making c sure
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    Shell tuck stitching The gathers that look like shells are called "shell tucks". They are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made of thin fabrics. Fold the fabric along the bias. a Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details,
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    fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. CAUTION ● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. For details, refer to "Upper threading" (page 25). Start
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    desired result may not be achieved. Be sure to sew a trial piece of fabric before sewing your project. In addition, while sewing, be sure to guide the fabric with your hands in order to prevent the fabric from slipping. 75
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    UTILITY STITCHES Selecting characters ■ Selecting a character [Example] Selecting stitch "C" (No. 03). Turn on the sewing machine. a Confirm that the character stitch indicator is b lit. If it is not lit, press the character stitch key to turn on the character stitch indicator. Press (stitch
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    ■ Combining characters You can easily sew names, messages, etc. by combining the character stitches. Up to 35 characters can be combined. [Example] Selecting stitches "COME" (No. 03)+(No. 15)+(No. 13)+(No. 05) Follow steps a through f in "Selecting a a character" (page 76) to select the first
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    UTILITY STITCHES ■ Adding new characters after sewing After sewing a combination of characters, you can add characters to the combination using the following method. Add new characters by following the d procedure described in "Combining characters" (page 77). Memo ● When you have finished
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    Checking characters You can check the characters in a combination with following method. Press the "+" or "-" side of a adjustment key) repeatedly. (stitch length This will display the characters that have been entered one by one on the LCD. You can check the pattern No. and position of
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    UTILITY STITCHES ADJUSTING STITCHES (for models equipped with character stitches) Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the
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    Sew the characters "034" again. f Memo ● You can sew when you are in the stitch adjustment mode. If the stitch pattern still comes out poorly, adjust the stitch again. Adjust the stitch until the stitch pattern comes out correctly. After you have finished adjusting the pattern, g press the stitch
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    break or the machine may be damaged. Utility stitches Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual J 00 Left J 01 Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch J 02 J 03 J 04 Zigzag stitch J 05 3-point zigzag stitch
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    (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual J 10 Overcasting on stretch fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.5-4.0 (1/32-3/16) ** Yes No ( J ) Reinf. Overcasting stitch
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    Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Decorative stitch Buttonhole stitch Bar tack stitch N 28 Decorative stitching and elasticattaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/64
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    (for quilting) Appliqué stitch (for quilting) Quilting stippling Decorative stitch Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Piecing straight stitching (with a seam 5.5 (7/32) J 46 allowance of 6.5mm from the right 0.0-7.0 edge of the
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    N 80 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16)
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    , etc. N 89 For decoration, etc. N 90 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Reinf. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Reinf. 6.0 (15/64
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    , etc. N 98 For decoration, etc. N 99 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual - - - - - - - - Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual 0.3 (1/64) 0.2-0.4 (1/64-1/64) 0.3 (1/64) 0.2-0.4 (1/64-1/64) 0.3 (1/64) 0.2-0.4 (1/64-1/64) 0.3 (1/64) 0.2-0.4 (1/64-1/64) 0.3 (1/64
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    78 79 Presser foot: N Application: For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto: 7.0 (1/4) Manual: 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto: 0.4 (1/64) Manual: 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Twin Needle: **Yes (J) Walking Foot: No Reverse/Reinforcement Stitching: Reinforcement Shorter (Standard
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    Foot Reverse (Rev.)/ Reinforcement (Reinf.) Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Stretch stitch Overcasting stitch Appliqué stitch Shell tuck stitch Satin scallop stitch Decorative stitch J 00 Sewing stretch
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    , etc. N 29 For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Reinf. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Reinf. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16
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    68 69 Presser foot: N Application: For decoration, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch)] Auto: 7.0 (1/4) Manual: 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) Stitch Length [mm (inch)] Auto: 0.4 (1/64) Manual: 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Twin Needle: **Yes (J) Walking Foot: No Reverse/Reinforcement Stitching: Reinforcement Shorter (Standard
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    Character stitches Twin Needle Stitch Width/ Stitch Length Presser Foot Stitch Type Pattern No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Character stitches (Gothic font) N 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 No - 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49
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    APPENDIX Presser Foot Twin Needle Stitch Width/ Stitch Length Stitch Type Pattern No. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Character stitches (Outline style) N 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 No - 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52
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    cleaned periodically. Switch the machine off and unplug it. a If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, the machine, and contact your authorized dealer or the nearest authorized service center. CAUTION ● Make sure you unplug the machine before Precautions
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    thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. 96
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    As shown, insert the tab on the needle plate h cover into the hole in the needle plate, and then correctly position of the needle plate cover. From the front, slide the needle plate cover i back into position. a Needle plate cover b Tab c Hole • Check that the needle plate cover is flush with
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    help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at " http://support.brother.com/ " . If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Frequent troubleshooting topics Detailed causes and remedies for common
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    While holding the bobbin in place with your d finger, pass the thread through the slit in the needle plate. • Hold down the bobbin with your right hand, and then pull the end of the thread around the tab with your left hand. Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric ■ Symptom • The thread becomes
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    thread that is pulled out, and then pass the thread under the thread guide cover with your left hand. a Presser foot lever • If the presser with the needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. a Thread guide cover Feed the upper thread as shown in the h illustration below. or a
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    behind the needle bar thread j guide above the needle. The thread can easily be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left then feeding the thread with your right hand. 1 a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle according to steps m and k n in "Upper threading"
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    APPENDIX Incorrect thread tension ■ Symptoms • Symptom 1: The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric. • Symptom 2: The upper thread appears as a straight line on the upper side of the fabric. • Symptom 3: The upper thread is visible from the lower side of the fabric. • Symptom
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    If the operation could not be completed according to the procedure, instead of attempting to complete it forcefully, contact your nearest authorized service center. ■ Removing the fabric from the machine Remove the bobbin case. h If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. Immediately stop
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    plate. Remove the fabric and threads from the needle plate. If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized service center. Remove any threads in the race and around l the feed dogs. Turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs. m Align the two screw
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    become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. Attach the needle plate cover according to q steps
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    and feed dogs operate correctly. If the needle or feed dogs contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your nearest authorized service center. 106
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    If the error message "E6" appears in the LCD with the occurrence of one of the following symptoms, follow the procedure below to solve the problem. Symptom 1 : The machine rattles and then stops just after sewing is started. Symptom 2 : The upper thread is tangled, for example, in the race, or
  • Brother International SC3000 | Operation Manual - Page 110
    APPENDIX Remove the upper thread and bobbin. c • Refer to "Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed" (page 103). Remove the bobbin case. d • Refer to "Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed" (page 103). If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove e it. • Refer to "
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    not turned on. Turn on the machine. page 14 The thread is not passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide correctly. Correctly pass the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide. page 19 Bobbin thread Bobbin spins slowly. (for models Move the sewing speed controller to does not wind
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    the upper thread tension. You are pulling the fabric too much. Lightly guide the fabric. The area around the hole in the needle plate is scratched. Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched
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    spool cap that best fits the size of the spool being used. bar thread guide.) page 25 There are knots or tangles in the thread. Remove any knots . Replace the needle plate. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. - 4 The area around the hole in the presser foot
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    . Correct the upper threading. page 25 Replace the bobbin case. The bobbin case is scratched. Contact your retailer or the nearest - authorized service center. You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that
  • Brother International SC3000 | Operation Manual - Page 115
    ■ After sewing Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Reference The upper thread The bobbin thread is incorrectly has tightened up. installed. Correctly install the bobbin thread. page 22, 98 You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Correct the upper threading. page 25 You
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    on the operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table. If machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center. Operation beep Each time a key is sounds. ■ If an incorrect operation is performed or a non-functioning key is pressed Two or four beeps sound
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    9, 25 deleting characters 79 E elastic tape 61 error messages 114 extra spool pin 34 Q quick-set bobbin 9, 23, 30 quilting 65 quilting foot 66 quilting guide 65, 66 eyelet punch 56 R F fagoting 71 fast bobbin winding 20 feed dog position lever 8, 57, 67 feed dogs 9, 57, 67 flat bed
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    49 stretch fabrics 46 T thick fabrics 44 thin fabrics 46 thread cutter 42 thread tension 43 trial sewing 44 triple stretch stitch 49 troubleshooting 98 twin needle 33, 34 U upper tension-control dial 8, 43, 102 upper threading 25 utility stitch indicator 10, 39 utility stitch key 39
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  • Brother International SC3000 | Operation Manual - Page 120
    Please visit us at http://support.brother.com/ where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). English 888-E42/E43/E47/E51 Printed in Vietnam XG2315-301③
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation Manual
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