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... needle causing it to break. 12. To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. This sewing machine is not intended for its intended use by authorized dealer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is being used or where oxygen is intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. ... . Young children should never be supervised to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from the accumulation of the machine and foot control free from outlet. 9. Keep fingers away from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any ...
... needle causing it to break. 12. To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1. This sewing machine is not intended for its intended use by authorized dealer. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is being used or where oxygen is intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. ... . Young children should never be supervised to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from the accumulation of the machine and foot control free from outlet. 9. Keep fingers away from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any ...
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..., we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. Remember to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other moving...switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the foot controller. 4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. NCBC2000.book Page 2 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 ...
..., we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. Remember to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other moving...switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. If the problem persists, please consult your eye on the foot controller. 4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. NCBC2000.book Page 2 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 ...
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...SEWING BASICS 26 SEWING ...26 General sewing procedure ...26 Selecting stitching ...27 Starting to 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 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE... ...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...
...SEWING BASICS 26 SEWING ...26 General sewing procedure ...26 Selecting stitching ...27 Starting to 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 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE... ...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...
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...page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 NCBC2000.book Page 5 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM 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. c Hole for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool ...
...page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and off. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 NCBC2000.book Page 5 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM 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. c Hole for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool ...
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... Quick-set the bobbin. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to sew" (page 28). For details, refer to "Starting to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to hold the presser...opposite direction. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. Attach the appropriate presser foot for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to raise or lower the needle. k Needle clamp screw Use...
... Quick-set the bobbin. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to sew" (page 28). For details, refer to "Starting to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to hold the presser...opposite direction. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. Attach the appropriate presser foot for models equipped with the sewing speed controller) Slide the sewing speed controller to raise or lower the needle. k Needle clamp screw Use...
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... the "-" side to 1 a open it. NCBC2000.book Page 7 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to reduce the stitch length; c Stitch length adjustment key...
... the "-" side to 1 a open it. NCBC2000.book Page 7 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Operation panel The operation panel, located on the front of the sewing machine, allows you wish to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to reduce the stitch length; c Stitch length adjustment key...
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...X59476-021 X55467-021 130920-021 XC8816-021 5.* No. NCBC2000.book Page 8 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM 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, ...Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-002 135793-001 Note (For U.S.A. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot * May be used on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. Part Code U.S.A. Others XC2691-031 XC3098-031 X53840-331 X59370-...
...X59476-021 X55467-021 130920-021 XC8816-021 5.* No. NCBC2000.book Page 8 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM 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, ...Others SA132 F016N: XC2215-002 135793-001 Note (For U.S.A. Part Name 1 Walking Foot 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot * May be used on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. Part Code U.S.A. Others XC2691-031 XC3098-031 X53840-331 X59370-...
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...damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. NCBC2000.book Page 9 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. WARNING ● ... result in to them. X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is being operated, turn off . Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to heat...
...damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. NCBC2000.book Page 9 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Power supply precautions 1 Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. WARNING ● ... result in to them. X The sewing lamp goes off when the machine is being operated, turn off . Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to heat...
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... stop position to leave the needle raised when sewing is placed on the sewing machine. a Faster You should make sure that nothing is stopped. NCBC2000.book Page 10 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its...b key) on the left or a right to build up on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. a Foot controller jack/socket CAUTION ● When connecting the foot controller, be set using the sewing speed controller is not in , the start/stop button cannot be used to...
... stop position to leave the needle raised when sewing is placed on the sewing machine. a Faster You should make sure that nothing is stopped. NCBC2000.book Page 10 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its...b key) on the left or a right to build up on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. a Foot controller jack/socket CAUTION ● When connecting the foot controller, be set using the sewing speed controller is not in , the start/stop button cannot be used to...
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...same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. e 11 Pass the end of thread on the sewing machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details ... winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from other bobbins may tangle on c the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin Turn on this sewing machine. 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 ...
...same type (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151). Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. e 11 Pass the end of thread on the sewing machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details ... winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from other bobbins may tangle on c the bobbin from the inside of the bobbin Turn on this sewing machine. 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 ...
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...press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be used to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). NCBC2000.book Page 12 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM... the speed to its l original position (for models equipped with the start / i stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully....
...press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be used to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). NCBC2000.book Page 12 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM... the speed to its l original position (for models equipped with the start / i stop button) (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller.) Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you follow the instructions carefully....
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... the foot controller is plugged in the bobbin. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the notch in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop button). When the bobbin begins... of the procedure in cutter) X The thread is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the left hand, use your left and remove the bobbin. CAUTION ● Be sure...
... the foot controller is plugged in the bobbin. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the notch in , the start/stop button cannot be used to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop button). When the bobbin begins... of the procedure in cutter) X The thread is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the sewing machine. Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the left hand, use your left and remove the bobbin. CAUTION ● Be sure...
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... NCBC2000.book Page 14 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause ...more details on Slide the button and open the cover. If it may cause the thread tension to sew, you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the needle. Put the left tab in the wrong ...
... NCBC2000.book Page 14 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause ...more details on Slide the button and open the cover. If it may cause the thread tension to sew, you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. Raise the needle to be incorrect or break the needle. Put the left tab in the wrong ...
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... a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. NCBC2000.book Page 16 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the ...handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. 16 a Spool pin b Thread ...
... a Mark b Needle position button • If the needle is not correctly raised, the sewing machine can not be threaded. NCBC2000.book Page 16 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Upper threading Set the upper thread and thread the needle. • For details on the ...handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up before threading the sewing machine. 16 a Spool pin b Thread ...
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...threads or needles, thread the eye of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to break. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up lever.... Feed the upper thread as shown in the figure d on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from right to back and...put a spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. Check the table...
...threads or needles, thread the eye of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to break. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up lever.... Feed the upper thread as shown in the figure d on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from right to back and...put a spool of thread is in the wrong place, or is set incorrectly, the thread may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for the appropriate needle and thread combinations. Check the table...
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... as shown below. The hook will pull the thread through g the needle toward you may cause sewing problems. 18 NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release... the f needle threader lever. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of the sewing machine. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the needle. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and ...
... as shown below. The hook will pull the thread through g the needle toward you may cause sewing problems. 18 NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release... the f needle threader lever. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of the sewing machine. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the needle. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you and ...
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...is purchased. 20 and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on sewing machine needles. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, ...of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Refer to sew. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that you wish to the following precautions concerning the handling of any other needle may ...
...is purchased. 20 and the larger the needle number, the thicker the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on sewing machine needles. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis, ...of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Refer to sew. Needle types and their uses The sewing machine needle that you wish to the following precautions concerning the handling of any other needle may ...
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... the needle is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle... Flat surface a Presser foot lever 21 Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to turn off the sewing machine. Lower the presser foot lever. If the combination of the or needle on a flat surface and check that the mark on the previous ...
... the needle is even. 1 2 a Mark b Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle... Flat surface a Presser foot lever 21 Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to turn off the sewing machine. Lower the presser foot lever. If the combination of the or needle on a flat surface and check that the mark on the previous ...
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a Needle stopper a Needle clamp screw b Needle bar thread guide c Needle bar Align the bottom edge of the sewing machine may fall off. a Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts... guide is loosened too much .) Install the twin needle in the same way. NCBC2000.book Page 22 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, f use a screwdriver to turn . (If the needle clamp screw is at the bottom. Note ● The ...
a Needle stopper a Needle clamp screw b Needle bar thread guide c Needle bar Align the bottom edge of the sewing machine may fall off. a Screwdriver b Needle clamp screw • Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts... guide is loosened too much .) Install the twin needle in the same way. NCBC2000.book Page 22 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, f use a screwdriver to turn . (If the needle clamp screw is at the bottom. Note ● The ...
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...below . Raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on the controller, the machine will start /stop button is aligned with this machine. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to be injured. ● Always use presser...stitch pattern you have been designed to turn off the power before you leave the power on and step on , b turn it off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start and you may be used with each stitch appears in the holder. c a...
...below . Raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on the controller, the machine will start /stop button is aligned with this machine. CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to be injured. ● Always use presser...stitch pattern you have been designed to turn off the power before you leave the power on and step on , b turn it off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start and you may be used with each stitch appears in the holder. c a...