Viking Platinum 3000 Owner's Manual

1Owner’s manualInnovations in Quilting

10Attaching Thread StandYour PlatinumTM 3000 comes equipped with a 4 spool thread stand. The thread stand can be used to hold additional thread such

11Touch Screen Overview123456789107” LCD Touch Screen1. Home2. Lights3. File Menu4. Sewing Parameters5. Ruler Menu6. Automated Quilter (this fea

12The PlatinumTM 3000 has six menu buttons located at the top of the screen. These buttons will navigate you quickly through the menu screens. Home

13Baste Stitch ModeThe Baste Stitch allows you to baste the quilt top. Many quilters will baste the top and sides as they start a new quilt. This he

14TimerThe timer indicates the running time of the machine. You can reset the timer at the beginning of each project or at the end of each sewing

15 Lights Menu Adjusts the brightness of the LED and black lights on your machine.Use the slider bar to adjust the brightness. File MenuCalculator

16System LogRecords any error messages. It is recommended that this feature be used only with a servicetechnician. MaintenanceIndicates when you shoul

17Diagnostics CAUTION! The following function are for Use with a Service TechnicianThe Diagnostics screen allows you to check some of the ele

18Handle Bar ButtonsThis section will indicate if the buttons on the handle bars are working. Needle Up/Down Indicates if the needle up and the needl

19Tie-Off SettingYou can adjust how many tie-off stitches your machine is going to stitch when you press the tie-off button on the handles or on the h

2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:Read all

20When an update is available for the Platinum™ 3000 you will be given in-structions at that time. The update and directions would be posted on the ww

21Adjusting the Height of the Hopping FootThe hopping foot can be adjusted if you are using a thicker batting, quilting a quilt with thicker seams, or

22Routine Cleaning and Oiling Routine cleaning and oiling is very important to the longevity of your quilting machine. Brush out the lint from around

23Bobbin Winder and BobbinsA bobbin winder is included with your machine. A properly wound bobbin should be snug and have even layers of thread. A s

24Check TensionCheck the tension of the bobbin by resting the loaded bobbin case in the palm of your hand. Pull the tail of thread and watch as the th

25Threading the Machine1. Upper Thread Guide2. Three Hole Thread Guide3. Tension assembly disc4. Check Spring5. Silver Angle Bracket6. Thread Gu

26Your PlatinumTM 3000 is capable of sewing with many types of threads. One thing to keep in mind is this machine is an industrial machine, so very

27Changing the NeedleA 134R needle (size 18) will be installed on your PlatinumTM 3000 from the factory. The needle should be changed after every 8 ho

28Calibrating the ScreenIf your screen needs to be calibrated because when you touch it nothing happens take the following steps.1. Place the USB sti

29Achieving good stitch qualityUnderstanding how your long arm machine makes a stitch will help you make the proper adjustments to make the perfect st

3Congratulations!Congratulations on purchasing your new HUSQVARNA VIKING® Platinum™ 3000 long arm quilting machine.As a quilting enthusiast, you have

30Tension Trouble shooting checklist• Is the presser foot lever down?• Have I oiled my machine?• Is the quilt too tight on the frame?• Is the thre

31Skipped Stitches• In skipped stitches, the needle penetrates the fabric, but does not form a stitch.• Check to see that your machine is threaded c

32Cannot Turn Hand WheelNo matter how hard you try to keep the bobbin area free of loose threads and lint, you may get a jam. It is usually caused fro

33WARRANTYPlatinum™ 3000 long arm quilting machine Warranty Statement.SVP Worldwide Inc. warrants the HUSQVARNA VIKING® Platinum™ 3000 to be free of d

34HUSQVARNA VIKING, PLATINUM, QUILT SEWCLEVER and 5D are trademarks of KSIN Luxembourg II, S.ar.l. © 2012 KSIN Luxembourg II, S.ar.l.

4Machine Overview... 6Machine Assembly...

5Updating Platinum™3000... 20Machine Operations...

65321679111084Components1. Needle area2. Handle bar and screen plug in3. LED light panel4. Left handlebar controls5. LCD touch-screen6. Th

7Unpacking the Machine1. With 2 people place the box on a steady, at surface. Lift the machine out of the box and remove the

8Attaching Handle BarsCAUTION - Unplug the PlatinumTM 3000 from the electrical outlet. All power to the machine must be turned off when installing th

9Connecting Cable WiresAttaching Screen Display Cables1. Plug the USB end of cable into the port on the bottom of the screen display (g. 12).2. Rou