1. SEWING

TRIAL SEWING

Sewing by using “UTILITY STITCH”

CHAPTER 2

Setting Up Sewing

 

 

CAUTION

 

 

– Be aware of the needle at all

6

1

times while sewing, and keep

your hands away from all

 

3

moving parts such as the

 

needle, balance wheel and

6*

 

thread take-up lever, otherwise

5 4

injury may result.

 

 

– Do not pull or push the fabric

 

too hard while sewing, otherwise

 

 

injury may result.

 

2

– Never use bent needles. Such

 

needles can easily break, which

 

 

could result in injury.

Stitches

Utility

 

 

Stitches

Decorative

and

Characters

Embroidering

 

 

 

Patterns

Embroidery

Editing

 

1

2

3 4

 

 

5

 

 

6

 

 

7

 

 

8

9

0

A

A 75/11 needle is inserted into the machine at the factory.

1.When the machine is turned on, the straight stitch (left) is always selected.

1Replace with the presser foot with the letter indicated.

2 This indicates the pattern being selected.

3 If you touch this key before sewing, reverse stitches (reinforcement stitches) will be sewn automatically. (Refer to page 38.)

4 If you touch this key before sewing, the thread will be automatically cut at the finish of sewing. (Refer to page 39.)

5 An advice screen will appear if you touch this key while sewing. (Refer to page 42.)

6 This selects the appropriate pattern for the sewing application and also displays the operation steps. (Refer to page 40.)

7 Touch this key to return to the previous page.

8 Touch this key to move to the next page.

9 Touch these keys to adjust the stitch width setting. 0 Touch these keys to adjust the stitch length setting. A Touch these keys to change the thread tension.

Retrieving

 

 

Stitch TM

Custom

My

Maintenance

 

 

Messages

Error

 

shooting

Trouble

 

Chart

Sewing

 

in Machine)

(Programmed

Patterns

Card)

(Memory

Patterns

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Brother PC 8500 manual Trial Sewing, Sewing by using Utility Stitch

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.

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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.

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