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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual
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... the symbol "{" position when making any opening. 6. Never operate the machine with this machine. 18. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 10. This sewing machine is used or where oxygen is being administered. 8. To reduce the risk of the machine and foot control free from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before...
... the symbol "{" position when making any opening. 6. Never operate the machine with this machine. 18. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 10. This sewing machine is used or where oxygen is being administered. 8. To reduce the risk of the machine and foot control free from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before...
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... store anything on the needle while sewing. Be sure to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity... locations. For repair or adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Remember to change ...
... store anything on the needle while sewing. Be sure to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity... locations. For repair or adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Remember to change ...
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...sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3 CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE... ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop...
...sew ...28 Thread tension ...29 USEFUL SEWING TIPS ...30 Trial sewing ...30 Changing the sewing direction ...30 Sewing curves ...30 Sewing thick fabrics ...30 Sewing thin fabrics ...31 Sewing stretch fabrics ...31 Using a free-arm style ...31 3 CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE... ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply precautions ...9 Power supply ...9 Foot controller ...10 Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button 10 Changing the needle stop...
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...and lower the presser foot. k Handwheel Used to lower the feed dogs. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto... the bobbin for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread...
...and lower the presser foot. k Handwheel Used to lower the feed dogs. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. 1 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 1 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The main parts a Bobbin winder (page 11) This winds the thread onto... the bobbin for sewing with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. e Thread guide (pages 11 and 16) This is used when winding the thread...
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...sew" (page 28). Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. e Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to sew reverse stitches. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to adjust the sewing speed. 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE...for the selected stitching. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is installed onto the presser foot holder. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. Reverse stitches are ...
...sew" (page 28). Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. e Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to sew reverse stitches. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to adjust the sewing speed. 6 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE...for the selected stitching. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is installed onto the presser foot holder. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. Reverse stitches are ...
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... out, and be lost or damaged. 7 press the "+" side to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you wish to use. Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in the bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment...
... out, and be lost or damaged. 7 press the "+" side to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you wish to use. Flat bed attachment The accessories are not in the bag, and then store the bag inside the flat bed attachment...
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... flat bed attachment. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot * May be able to carry out most sewing tasks. Part Code U.S.A. Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-002 135793-001 Others SA156 XA5539-151 XC8834-021 131096-121 X59476-021 X55467-021... 12 Cleaning brush 13 Screwdriver 14 Extra spool pin 15 Foot controller Optional accessories 1. 2. 3. 4 Part Code U.S.A. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: CS-6000, CS-5100, CS-4000, BC-2500, BC-2300, BC-2100, ES-2400, ES-2200, ES-2000, ES-2410, ES-2210, ES-2010...
... flat bed attachment. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot * May be able to carry out most sewing tasks. Part Code U.S.A. Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-002 135793-001 Others SA156 XA5539-151 XC8834-021 131096-121 X59476-021 X55467-021... 12 Cleaning brush 13 Screwdriver 14 Extra spool pin 15 Foot controller Optional accessories 1. 2. 3. 4 Part Code U.S.A. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ACCESSORIES The following machine models: CS-6000, CS-5100, CS-4000, BC-2500, BC-2300, BC-2100, ES-2400, ES-2200, ES-2000, ES-2410, ES-2210, ES-2010...
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... the cord to install the proper outlet. Otherwise a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. Always grasp ...does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to heat. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to "I". Fire or electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Pulling on the cord may result ...
... the cord to install the proper outlet. Otherwise a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. Always grasp ...does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to heat. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to "I". Fire or electric shock may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Pulling on the cord may result ...
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... connecting the foot controller, be set to build up on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of (stitch selection b key) on the sewing machine. When you press harder, the machine's speed will stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or a right to the left and...electric shock. After turning on the foot controller. Turn off the sewing machine in order to sew at a low speed. When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will increase. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on...
... connecting the foot controller, be set to build up on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of (stitch selection b key) on the sewing machine. When you press harder, the machine's speed will stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left or a right to the left and...electric shock. After turning on the foot controller. Turn off the sewing machine in order to sew at a low speed. When you take your foot off the foot controller, the machine will increase. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on...
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... disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from the inside of the thread through the hole on the sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin.... 1 2 a Spring on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin Turn on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and a then put a spool of...
... disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from the inside of the thread through the hole on the sewing machine. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Turn the bobbin clockwise, by hand, until the spring on the shaft slides into the groove of the bobbin.... 1 2 a Spring on the shaft b Groove of the bobbin Turn on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and a then put a spool of...
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...you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with ... to its l original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound, when the thread runs low it may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 12 this is not a malfunction. ●...
...you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin a few times. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE While holding the end of the thread, gently f press the foot controller or press (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with ... to its l original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is wound, when the thread runs low it may break the needle. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly a Sewing speed controller 12 this is not a malfunction. ●...
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... may become tangled in , the start/stop sewing (only for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). a Sewing speed controller a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to start . Note ● If the sewing machine is plugged in the bobbin or the needle ...may break the needle. Slide the sewing speed controller back to its k original position (for models equipped with the start/stop button)...
... may become tangled in , the start/stop sewing (only for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). a Sewing speed controller a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to start . Note ● If the sewing machine is plugged in the bobbin or the needle ...may break the needle. Slide the sewing speed controller back to its k original position (for models equipped with the start/stop button)...
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... thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. Raise the needle to be used , the machine will make a clicking sound; this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the...-151). If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. Slide the button and open the cover. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not inserted, reinsert the thread.
... thread unrolls in the wrong direction, it is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. Raise the needle to be used , the machine will make a clicking sound; this sewing machine. Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the...-151). If it may cause the thread tension to be incorrect or break the needle. Slide the button and open the cover. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not inserted, reinsert the thread.
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...by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. a Presser foot lever or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread ...the needle. • For details on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. 16 Otherwise, the thread could tangle and...
...by turning the handwheel b toward you thread the machine properly. a Presser foot lever or a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread ...the needle. • For details on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. 16 Otherwise, the thread could tangle and...
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... if you guide the thread through 6 of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to back and pull g out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread is set incorrectly, the thread may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. b While lowering... the thread you are using those types of threads or needles, thread the eye of thread on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever. Lower the presser foot lever...
... if you guide the thread through 6 of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to back and pull g out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread is set incorrectly, the thread may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. b While lowering... the thread you are using those types of threads or needles, thread the eye of thread on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever. Lower the presser foot lever...
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e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through g the needle toward you may cause sewing problems. 18 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of the needle. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the needle. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the eye of the sewing machine. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below.
e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever. The hook will pull the thread through g the needle toward you may cause sewing problems. 18 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of the needle. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the needle. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and the hook passes through the eye of the sewing machine. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below.
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...fabric that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that you wish to sew. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ...resulting in injury. and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on sewing machine needles. Failure to the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Refer to observe these precautions is purchased. 20 CAUTION...
...fabric that should be used depends on the fabric and thread thickness. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that you wish to sew. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ...resulting in injury. and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on sewing machine needles. Failure to the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Refer to observe these precautions is purchased. 20 CAUTION...
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...; Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. c 1 a Flat surface a Presser foot lever 21 Lower the presser foot lever. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or... may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may be straight according to be skipped stitches. If the combination of the or needle on a flat surface and check that ...
...; Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. c 1 a Flat surface a Presser foot lever 21 Lower the presser foot lever. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or... may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may be straight according to be skipped stitches. If the combination of the or needle on a flat surface and check that ...
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...Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break ...procedure below to attach it to the needle bar. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the sewing machine may fall off. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw by simply ...
...Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break ...procedure below to attach it to the needle bar. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the sewing machine may fall off. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw by simply ...