Free-motion quilting

■Using the optional quilting guide

Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced.

1Insert the stem of the quilter into the hole at the rear of the walking foot or presser foot holder.

Walking foot

Presser foot holder

2Adjust the stem of the quilter so that the quilt guide aligns with the seam that has already been sewn.

Note

●The optional quilting guide is available through your brother retailer.

With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the drop feed lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction.

The quilting foot is needed for free-motion quilting.

1Removeholder. the presser foot and the presser foot

•Refer to “Removing the presser foot holder” (page 39).

2Align the quilting foot with the lower-left side of the presser bar.

The pin on the quilting foot should be positioned over the needle clamp screw.

3Hold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the screwdriver in your left hand.

2 3

1Pin on quilting foot

2Presser foot holder screw

3 Needle clamp screw

CAUTION

●Be sure to securely tighten the screws with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may touch the presser foot, causing it to bend or break.

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PC-420, PC-420PRW specifications

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One of the standout features of both models is their expansive selection of built-in stitches. The PC-420PRW boasts 294 unique stitch patterns, including quilting, decorative, and standard utility stitches, while the PC-420 offers a slightly lower count of 67 stitches. This variety allows users to explore their creativity and tackle diverse projects, from garment making to home décor.

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For sewing enthusiasts looking to personalize their projects, the machines come with a variety of included feet for different sewing techniques. From a walking foot for even feeding of multiple layers to a zigzag foot for decorative stitching, users have the right tools at their fingertips. The convenient LCD display screen on both models allows for easy navigation and selection of stitches, adjustments, and settings.

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Brother PC-420PRW manual Free-motion quilting, Using the optional quilting guide

Models: PC-420 PC-420PRW

■Using the optional quilting guide