User Guide
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... any opening. 6. Never drop or insert any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16. Switch the machine to be used as contained in this manual. 3. The machine should never be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. To reduce the risk ...be supervised to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet. 9. This sewing machine is intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Return the machine to break. 12. Do not use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the...
... any opening. 6. Never drop or insert any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16. Switch the machine to be used as contained in this manual. 3. The machine should never be taken, including the following: Read all moving parts. To reduce the risk ...be supervised to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet. 9. This sewing machine is intended for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Return the machine to break. 12. Do not use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the...
User Guide
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...suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. For a longer service life 1. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Remember to turn... off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines...
...suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. For a longer service life 1. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Remember to turn... off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines...
User Guide
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...j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 p Presser foot lever (page 16) Used to manually raise and lower the needle. q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the sewing machine model. k Handwheel Used to raise and lower the presser foot. ...-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread. 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...
...j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to start and stop sewing. 5 p Presser foot lever (page 16) Used to manually raise and lower the needle. q Foot controller (page 10) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on the sewing machine model. k Handwheel Used to raise and lower the presser foot. ...-control dial (page 29) This controls the tension of thread. 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...
User Guide
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... the needle does not touch the presser foot. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement ...( J ) No **Rfc.: Reinforcement ***Do not use the overcasting stitches to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Select a stitch. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. Position the fabric with the edge of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. NCBC2000.book Page 32 Thursday, October...
... the needle does not touch the presser foot. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement ...( J ) No **Rfc.: Reinforcement ***Do not use the overcasting stitches to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Select a stitch. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. Position the fabric with the edge of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. NCBC2000.book Page 32 Thursday, October...
User Guide
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... PM BASIC STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches... model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4)...
... PM BASIC STITCHING Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Three stitches are available for basic stitching. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches... model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4)...
User Guide
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...Blind Hem Stitch to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind hem ... of fabric Check that the needle slightly catches the fold by pressing the "-" side of the folded d hem against the e presser foot guide. Sew with the wrong side facing up . Fold back the fabric along the desired edge of the a hem, and then baste it about 5 mm ...
...Blind Hem Stitch to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Blind hem ... of fabric Check that the needle slightly catches the fold by pressing the "-" side of the folded d hem against the e presser foot guide. Sew with the wrong side facing up . Fold back the fabric along the desired edge of the a hem, and then baste it about 5 mm ...
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...16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No Auto* Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Buttonhole stitch A 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6.0 3.0-6.0 1.5 1.0-3.0 (15/64...) (1/8-15/64) (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No No Auto* Rfc. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 ...
...16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No Auto* Rfc. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Buttonhole stitch A 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for stretch fabrics 6.0 3.0-6.0 1.5 1.0-3.0 (15/64...) (1/8-15/64) (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No No Auto* Rfc. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0-4.0 ...
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... Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - gathers or pintucks, etc. - ... zipper foot onto the shank. Lower the needle into the notch located either the b left pin of the zipper foot. When sewing the left or right side of the zipper foot. NCBC2000.book Page 40 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES...
... Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - gathers or pintucks, etc. - ... zipper foot onto the shank. Lower the needle into the notch located either the b left pin of the zipper foot. When sewing the left or right side of the zipper foot. NCBC2000.book Page 40 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES...
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...the corresponding precautions when performing each of the presser foot with your right hand. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". b Sew the fabric without stretching it is the same length as the fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the fabric while d ... Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 1.0-3.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16-1/8) (3/32) (1/16-3/16)...
...the corresponding precautions when performing each of the presser foot with your right hand. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". b Sew the fabric without stretching it is the same length as the fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the fabric while d ... Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 1.0-3.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/16-1/8) (3/32) (1/16-3/16)...
User Guide
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...és **Do not use reverse stitching. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight stitch Joining stitch J 41 41 - - Attach zigzag foot "J".... Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* J 42 42 - - J 15 15 15 15 orative stitching and sewing...
...és **Do not use reverse stitching. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Piecing straight stitch Joining stitch J 41 41 - - Attach zigzag foot "J".... Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* J 42 42 - - J 15 15 15 15 orative stitching and sewing...
User Guide
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... model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- Attach buttonhole foot "A". b 46 NCBC2000.book Page 46 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce points that will...
... model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- Attach buttonhole foot "A". b 46 NCBC2000.book Page 46 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Reinforce points that will...
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...22 21 Decorative stitching and elastic-attaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/64-1/4) 1.0 0.2-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/64-3/16) ( J ) No Rfc.* Decorative stitch Lace sewing, decorative N 23 23 23 22 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4 2.5 (3/32) 1.6-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No N 24 24 24... this sewing machine. thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No loom stitching, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting ...
...22 21 Decorative stitching and elastic-attaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/64-1/4) 1.0 0.2-4.0 Yes (1/16) (1/64-3/16) ( J ) No Rfc.* Decorative stitch Lace sewing, decorative N 23 23 23 22 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4 2.5 (3/32) 1.6-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No N 24 24 24... this sewing machine. thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No loom stitching, etc. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting ...
User Guide
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...Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to plain weave fabrics. Attach monogramming foot "N". If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may be damaged. d a Right side of fabric b 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance c Straight stitch Select stitch , or . a Sew...the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be used when making a crazy quilt. This is used to decorate hems ...
...Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to plain weave fabrics. Attach monogramming foot "N". If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may be damaged. d a Right side of fabric b 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance c Straight stitch Select stitch , or . a Sew...the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be used when making a crazy quilt. This is used to decorate hems ...
User Guide
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...reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the...Name Pattern No. Rfc.** 52 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) No Ye*s**...
...reverse stitching. ****Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the...Name Pattern No. Rfc.** 52 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left Center Triple stretch stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) No Ye*s**...
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...*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* 4 Joining stitch Patchwork stitching, dec- Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) 3 - -3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No... 22 22 21 Decorative stitching and elastic-attaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/64-1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* Lace sewing, decorative N 23 23 23 22 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.6-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 24...
...*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* 4 Joining stitch Patchwork stitching, dec- Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 (0) 3 - -3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.5 (1/16-1/8) No... 22 22 21 Decorative stitching and elastic-attaching 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/64-1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* Lace sewing, decorative N 23 23 23 22 hemming, heirloom stitching, etc. 3.5 (1/8) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.6-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 24...
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... 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-3/16) No Yes Rfc.* 54 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on N 28 28 28 - Buttonhole stitch A 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics...for stretch fabrics 6.0 3.0-6.0 1.5 1.0-3.0 (15/64) (1/8-15/64) (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No No Auto** Rfc. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Auto Rfc.: AutomaticReinforcement ***Select a stitch width of the presser foot) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ...
... 0.0-4.0 (1/16) (0-3/16) No Yes Rfc.* 54 Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on N 28 28 28 - Buttonhole stitch A 32 32 32 28 Buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics...for stretch fabrics 6.0 3.0-6.0 1.5 1.0-3.0 (15/64) (1/8-15/64) (1/16) (1/16-1/8) No No Auto** Rfc. motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Auto Rfc.: AutomaticReinforcement ***Select a stitch width of the presser foot) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-5.0 (1/64-3/16) ...
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... model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * N 48 47 39 - For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64...
... model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc. * N 48 47 39 - For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 0.2-4.0 (1/64...
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... 38 For decoration, etc. 6.0 0.0-7.0 (15/64) (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 68 58 48 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - For decoration, etc. N 61 55 45 - For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc...
... 38 For decoration, etc. 6.0 0.0-7.0 (15/64) (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2-4.0 (1/64-3/16) No No Rfc.* N 68 58 48 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - For decoration, etc. N 61 55 45 - For decoration, etc. For decoration, etc. 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64) 0.1-1.0 (1/64-1/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc...