Tighten tension by touching Strong, Reverse side

Tighten tension by touching “ ” (Strong).

Touch the “ ” thread tension setting key.

The thread tension value will increase (become stronger).

1Upper thread

4 2 Bobbin thread

3	3	Reverse side
	4	Locks appears on reverse side of fabric.

Setting Up
Sewing
Stitches	Utility
Stitches	Decorative	and	Characters
Embroidering
Patterns	Embroidery	Editing
Retrieving
Stitch TM	Custom	My

Except “UTILITY STITCH”

1.Touch the “TENSION” key.

2.Change the upper thread tension.

*If you touch the “CLOSE” key, the display will return to the previous screen.

Maintenance
Messages	Error
shooting	Trouble
Chart	Sewing
in Machine)	(Programmed	Patterns
Card)	(Memory	Patterns

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Brother PC 8500 manual Tighten tension by touching Strong, Except Utility Stitch, Reverse side

PC 8500 specifications

The Brother PC 8500 is a versatile and advanced sewing and embroidery machine designed for both beginners and experienced sewists. It brings a blend of technology, ease of use, and a wide range of features to elevate your sewing experience.

One of the standout features of the PC 8500 is its impressive embroidery capabilities. The machine comes equipped with a large embroidery area, allowing users to work on larger designs without the need for continuous repositioning. This is complemented by an extensive library of built-in designs and fonts, providing endless creative possibilities. The machine also supports importing designs via USB, which further expands the range of customization options available to users.

The PC 8500 features an LCD touchscreen display, making navigation intuitive and user-friendly. The screen allows for easy selection of stitches, designs, and settings, enhancing the overall crafting experience. The machine offers over 200 built-in stitches that include utility, decorative, and heirloom stitches, catering to various sewing needs. Users can also adjust stitch width and length, providing greater flexibility and creativity in their projects.

For those who prioritize precision in their sewing projects, the Brother PC 8500 includes an automatic needle threading system that significantly reduces setup time. The advanced feed system ensures smooth fabric feeding, which is essential for achieving professional-looking results. Additionally, the machine’s automatic tensioning system helps maintain optimal thread tension for a variety of fabrics, from delicate silks to heavy denim.

Another remarkable feature is the built-in sewing guide function. It offers helpful tips and suggestions based on the selected stitch, aiding users in making informed decisions throughout their crafting journey. The Brother PC 8500 also supports free-motion sewing, allowing users to create unique freehand designs and embellishments.

The machine's lightweight and compact design make it easy to transport, whether for classes or sewing events. Coupled with generous accessories that include various feet and an instructional DVD, the Brother PC 8500 becomes a comprehensive package for any sewing enthusiast looking to explore and expand their skills.

In summary, the Brother PC 8500 combines innovative technology with user-friendly features, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their sewing and embroidery projects. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional, this machine promises to deliver exceptional results with every stitch.

Contents

Page Important Safety Instructions For Users in the UK, EIRE, Malta Cyprus only For a longer service life Please Read Before Using this MachineFor repair or adjustment Congratulations on Choosing OUR Machine Contents 106 Reversing patterns Using the Image key135 156 169 Function for making own stitch Designs 160173 180 Principal Parts Setting UP Chapter Power cord Main power switchCard slot Controller jack Setting Up Part Name Part Code Others Other Included Accessories Part Name Part Code Others Options Insert the plug into a wall outlet Power Supply Screen messages guide you through each operation Selection Keys Operation Buttons Using the operation buttons Using the Screen Keys Examples of the keys on LCDAbout the screen If the LCD is hard to see when the power is turned on Adjusting the brightness of the LCDTouch this key to make contrast less lighter Example To change the display language to Spanish HOW to USE the Language Selection KEY Return all screen displays and error How to clear the language selectionTouch the Operation Guide key Touch Key Touch the English key Winding the bobbin and setting the bobbin thread Bobbin Winding / Bobbin Thread Setting Spring on the shaft Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the shaftGroove of the bobbin Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin four or five Utility Stitches Decorative Characters Setting the bobbin Upper Threading Thread according to number and arrow marks on machineOn the spool post Threading the take-up lever Thread take-up lever Auto-threading device Spool felt Extra spool pinNet Net Thread spool START/STOP button Foot controller START/STOP Mounting and Using the Knee Lifter Stitch width Stitch Width and Stitch LengthIncreasing the stitch width Decreasing the stitch width Sewing characters and patterns using satin stitches Stitch lengthIncreasing the stitch length Decreasing the stitch length Touch the stitch length setting key Stitch Non-adjustable Correct tension Thread TensionReverse side Surface Upper thread Bobbin thread Bobbin thread Upper thread Surface Tighten tension by touching Strong Except Utility StitchReverse side Installing embroidery foot Q Changing the Presser FootChange the presser foot according to the LCD message Raise the presser foot lever to the highest position. While Changing the embroidery foot Feed dog adjustment Be careful not to touch the needle during this timeOtherwise injury may result Setting the needle securely Changing the NeedleChecking needle Machine Operation Keys Sewing by using Utility Stitch SewingTrial Sewing Cm 1-15/16 From the rear of the machine by about 5 cm Upper thread Cancelling automatic reinforcement stitching Automatic Reinforcement StitchingThis stitch automatically prevents fraying Cancelling programmed automatic thread cutting Automatic Thread CuttingThread can be cut automatically Example Buttonholes Utility Stitch Selection Editing Patterns Key Useful Skills Sewing corners Sewing thick seams Sewing curvesFor short stitches which are less than 0.5 cm 3/16 Sewing thick fabric Sewing thin fabricSewing a curve with a zigzag stitch When the automatic thread cutting and automatic Utility StitchesStraight Stitches For reinforcement stitching on stretch fabric Changing the stitch lengthChanging the needle position Installation of walking foot Included accessoriesAdapter for LOW Shank Attachments Adapter Applique using a zigzag stitch Overcasting using a zigzag stitchZigzag Stitches Patchwork for crazy quilt Overcasting When using , or stitches Thin and medium fabrics Thick fabric By using the side cutter, you can do overcastingNormal sewing Thick and medium stretch fabric Zigzag stitch Place the fabric as shown left figure B Make a cut of about 2 cm in the fabricThread the needle, and then pull out a long Presser foot Upper thread Lower the presser foot lever Blind HEM Stitches Reverse side Surface Adjusting the needle drop position 3 4 8 9 Buttonhole Stitches Small eyelet punch accessory #7 on Pin Normal buttonhole and rounded buttonholeKeyhole buttonhole Order of one cycle Sewing stretch fabrics Example For a button with a diameter Changing the stitch widthCm 9/16 and a thickness of 1 cm Scale should be set at Use for reinforcing the openings of pockets, etc BAR Tacking Thick fabrics Changing the bar tack stitch lengthChanging the bar tack stitch width Darning Darning stitch cycle Stitch width settingAuto 7.0 mm 1/4 Narrower Patchwork stitch Elastic zigzag stitch Tape AttachingLength to 4.0 mm and set the thread tension to a weak Select pattern Then sew along the top of the tape Eyelet Stitch Stitch width setting keys to set the sizeStitch for making eyelet on belts, etc Size of eyelet Actual size Button Sewing This stitch is used for attaching buttonsRaise the presser foot lever and slide the feed dog Attaching a shank to the button Attaching buttons with four holes Basting Centered application Zipper Insertion Centered and Side ApplicationOut automatically Cm 3/8 from the seamed edge of the fabric and then Side application Crotch end Reverse stitch Basting stitch Reverse sidePress the seam allowance open and align the folded hem Utility Stitches Dart Seam Use on waists of skirts, the sleeves of shirts, etc Gathering Pulling out the bobbin thread Pintuck Select Stitch and then touch KeyTurn the fabric and iron the folded parts only Iron the folds toward the same direction Use for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly Flat Fell Seam Finished flat fell seam Appliques Sewing the applique around cornersNeedle drop point Applique Quilts When the automatic thread cutting and automaticDresden Plate Stained Glass Sunbonnet Sue Scallop Stitch This stitch is used for decorative stitching on clothing Smocking Stitch Patchwork Stitch Stitch for fagoting, decoration, etc Fagoting Shell tacking Decorative StitchingFold the fabric in half diagonally Use a thin fabric Hem-stitching HEM-STITCH Heirloom Stitch Utility Stitches Multi-directional sewing on tubular fabrics Lateral Sewing STRAIGHT/ZIGZAGSelect Stitch, and then sew until you reach Desired length Setting Up Characters and Decorative Stitches Character SewingTouch this key to confirm your entry. Refer to Combinations of characters Try entering BusSpace key An advice screen will appear if you touch this Decorative StitchesTouch the CHARACTER/DECORATIVE Stitch key Decorative Stitches 7 mm Satin Stitches Cross Stitching Changing the pattern size Actual size Character and Decorative Stitch AdjustmentSingle/repeat sewing Touch the large/small key to change the pattern size Elongation Stitch Changing the stitch length and the stitch width Example Satin stitch pattern Making various pattern combinations Mirror Image Normal Horizontally VerticallyMirror Image Normal Top to bottom Confirming entry of combined stitch patterns Saving combined stitch patterns100 If the memory is full and no more patterns can be saved Erasing a pattern101 Using a pattern sheet SewingSewing attractive finishes Sewing Needle hole reference linePress the START/STOP button. Sewing will then start 104 Once sewing of the character has been completed, Adjusting Stitch Patterns Correct shape Vert. + Horiz. +105 Preparation Before Sewing EmbroideringAttaching embroidery foot Q 106 107 Fitting embroidery unit Placing the embroidery unit into its case Removing the embroidery unitMake sure that the embroidery frame has been removed Touch the Embroidery key or the Embroidery Edit 109 Initializing the embroidery unit Selecting and Sewing Patterns How to combine charactersSelecting alphabetical characters Select the character required Selecting one-point patterns Screen will be displayed111 Selection screen will be displayed Selecting frame patternsKey first and then touch the frame pattern key 112 Selecting floral alphabets 114 Selecting patterns from a memory card Be displayed. The illustration at left shows Touch KeyMemory card pattern selection screen will 115 Memory If the pattern cannot be saved Refer to116 Embroidering Setting the fabric into the embroidery frameEmbroidering attractive finishes Refer to Bobbin thread Brother embroidery bobbin thread 118 Outer frame Inner frame Surface of fabric Fitting the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit Removing the embroidery frame119 Embroidering Start the machine once moreIs being displayed 121 122 Auto 123 Moving the Location Layout Checking the embroidering area Moving the embroidery locationTouch the key 124 Changing the pattern direction Embroidering from a specific starting pointKey is touched 125 126 Reversing patterns Using the Image key 127 After adjustment is competed, touch the END Size Change key 128 When changing frame pattern and patterns size Adjustments During the Embroidery Process If the thread breaks during embroideringIf the bobbin thread has broken 130 When sewing again from the beginning Example Embroidering ABC, then linking DE Embroidery ApplicationsPress the START/STOP button and start embroidering 131 Embroidering appliques using a frame pattern 132Stitch as in step 133 Finished applique on the project Case a Embroidering onto small pieces of fabric or onto cornersCase B Case C Embroidery Editing Embroidery Editing CapabilitiesExplanation of the Editing Functions Attach the embroidery unit and make necessary HOW to EditPreparations before Embroidering See pages 106 to 108 for details Character Editing Example Editing the Alphabet Select character type137 138 Moving Characters Spacing Characters139 Press Key to alter character sizes Changing Character SizeRotating Characters 140 Press the key to change configuration Changing ConfigurationsChanging the Extent of the Curve Deleting a Pattern being Edited 142 Completing Edit Work Select the one-point type One-point EditingSelect embroidery pattern Designate size, then press Key Press Key to mirror image patterns to the left or Right Mirror Imaging Patterns to the Left or RightSometimes Key is not displayed due to Pattern selected See pages 139 to 142 for details on other editing methods 145 Border Pattern Editing 146 Editing Patterns on Embroidery Cards sold separately 147 Editing Combinations 148 Press To move the alphabet characters upwards to a To adjust the degreePosition that is well balanced with Alphabet character array curve 150 Saving a Pattern Combination to Memory If no more patterns can be saved151 Do not turn off the power while the word Saving is To cancel the deleting of a pattern, touch KeyDeleting a stored pattern 152 153 Lets Sew Correcting Edited Patterns Correcting another stitch pattern during editing154 Press Key to make corrections after editing has been Correcting stitch patterns after editingCompleted. See page 154 for details on correction methods 155 Retrieving Characters and Patterns RetrievingPreparation 156 157 Retrieving AN Embroidery Pattern 158 Retrieving AN Edited Pattern Example Deleting an embroidery pattern Deleting a Stored PatternPress the Memory Recall button Touch the Embroidery key 159 Making the Illustration MY Custom Stitchtm Create Your OWN Stitch DesignsGrid sheet 160 161 Stitch If the embroidery unit is attached, remove Generating the DataUnit If you touch the arrow keys, the point indicated by 163 Moving a point Editing AN ExistingTouch this key to move To the last point Touch Key to move To the point which you would like to move Inserting new points Moving part or all of a patternTouch the , , or Key to move 165 166 Once you have finished editing 167 Storing the Which YOU have Entered Retrieving a If the embroidery unit is attached, remove itTouch Key Cleaning MaintenanceCleaning the screen Cleaning the machine surface 170 Always keep the machine clean Changing the Light Bulb Set the end cap Tighten the screw Screw End cap171 Thread Sewing fabrics Size of needle Type Related Chart of Sewing FABRICS, Thread and Needle 173 Error Messages 174 175 This message is displayed when the embroidery pattern is Touched when in editing modeWhile the needle is lowered This message is displayed if the START/STOP button is 177 178 Instruction messages 179 Alarms Troubleshooting Using the Operation Guide KEY180 181 Trouble with threads and stitches 182 Mechanical trouble 183 Sewing Chart Sewing Utility Decorative 184 185 Utility stitches Character sewing Patterns Programmed in MachineSize L Large 11 mm 7/16, S Small 7 mm 1/4 Size L Large 11 mm 7/16, S Small 7 mm 3/8 Size L Large 27 mm 1, S Small 15 mm 3/8 Size cannot be changed187 188 Size can be set to L Large or S Small 189 Stitch width and length is adjustable Frame pattern embroidery chart Character embroidery chartSizes L 30 mm 1-3/16, M 15 mm 9/16, S 7.5 mm 1/4 Sizes can be enlarged or reduced Patterns Memory Card One point mark embroidery pattern191 Floral alphabet 017 513 810 612 070 205

Tighten tension by touching “ ” (Strong).

Reverse side

Locks appears on reverse side of fabric.

Except “UTILITY STITCH”

PC 8500 specifications