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...cord or plug, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into any adjustments in the instruction manual. 16. Return the machine to break. 14. Do not use . Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may...2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using . DANGER - Never operate this machine to ensure that they do not play with any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the needle area, such as a toy... needle to the symbol "{" position when making any air openings blocked. This sewing machine is required around the...
...cord or plug, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into any adjustments in the instruction manual. 16. Return the machine to break. 14. Do not use . Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may...2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using . DANGER - Never operate this machine to ensure that they do not play with any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the needle area, such as a toy... needle to the symbol "{" position when making any air openings blocked. This sewing machine is required around the...
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...lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. Plug the machine directly into the wall. When storing this manual and specifications of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Do not use extension cords. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,...PM CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of this product are subject to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and...
...lever, needle, or other hot objects. 2. Plug the machine directly into the wall. When storing this manual and specifications of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. Do not use extension cords. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,...PM CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of this product are subject to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and...
User Guide
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...the threads through the thread cutter to manually raise and lower the needle. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot controller plug. 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...
...the threads through the thread cutter to manually raise and lower the needle. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot controller plug. 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...
User Guide
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... or zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern No. 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). They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. a Sew with the edge of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. a Needle drop point a Guide CAUTION ● After adjusting...
... or zigzag foot "J". Stitch Name Pattern No. 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). They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. a Sew with the edge of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. a Needle drop point a Guide CAUTION ● After adjusting...
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...) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.** rative stitching *Rev.: Reverse **Rfc.: Reinforcement ***Do not use reverse stitching. a When sewing is finished, cut the thread. 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...
...) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.** rative stitching *Rev.: Reverse **Rfc.: Reinforcement ***Do not use reverse stitching. a When sewing is finished, cut the thread. 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...
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...Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric 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... facing up . a Wrong side of fabric b Basting c Desired edge of trousers, without the stitch showing. b Select a stitch. Pattern No. Sew with the edge of the folded d hem against the e presser foot guide. NCBC2000.book Page 34 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY ...
...Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric 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... facing up . a Wrong side of fabric b Basting c Desired edge of trousers, without the stitch showing. b Select a stitch. Pattern No. Sew with the edge of the folded d hem against the e presser foot guide. NCBC2000.book Page 34 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY ...
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Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 (1/... 34 - Zigzag stitch (for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 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 (0-3/16) No Yes *Auto Rfc.: Automatic Reinforcement **Rfc.: Reinforcement The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter...
Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Horizontal buttonholes A 29 29 29 25 on . Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 (1/... 34 - Zigzag stitch (for thick or furry fabrics 7.0 (1/4) 3.0-7.0 (1/8-1/4) 0.5 (1/32) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 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 (0-3/16) No Yes *Auto Rfc.: Automatic Reinforcement **Rfc.: Reinforcement The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 inch) (diameter...
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...may break and you may also be injured. 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 Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - gathers or pintucks, etc. - 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes (3/32) (1/...
...may break and you may also be injured. 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 Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - gathers or pintucks, etc. - 2.5 0.2-5.0 Yes (3/32) (1/...
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...not touch any pins, otherwise the needle may bend or break. 41 Therefore, it is the same length as the fabric. c Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it . Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". Stitch Width ... 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) ( J ) ...
...not touch any pins, otherwise the needle may bend or break. 41 Therefore, it is the same length as the fabric. c Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it . Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". Stitch Width ... 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) ( J ) ...
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...) Yes ( J ) Yes** Rfc.* J 40 40 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16)... 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* Quilting stippling J 43 43 - - J 15 15 15 15 orative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No with ...
...) Yes ( J ) Yes** Rfc.* J 40 40 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described below. Attaching appliqués and binding 1.5 (1/16) 0.5-5.0 (1/32-3/16) 1.2 (1/16)... 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* Quilting stippling J 43 43 - - J 15 15 15 15 orative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No with ...
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...sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- c • For details, refer to "Starting to reinforce sleeve holes and inseams. Attach zigzag foot ..."J". As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length of bar...
...sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- c • For details, refer to "Starting to reinforce sleeve holes and inseams. Attach zigzag foot ..."J". As an example, the procedure for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length of bar...
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... 2.5-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/16) (3/32-1/4) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. J 15 15 15 15 rative stitching and sewing overcasting on N 28 28 28 - thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.0 .... *Rfc.: Reinforcement 48 Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/...
... 2.5-7.0 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/16) (3/32-1/4) (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No of fabrics, such as with this sewing machine. J 15 15 15 15 rative stitching and sewing overcasting on N 28 28 28 - thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.0 .... *Rfc.: Reinforcement 48 Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Rfc.* Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Fagoting stitch J 17 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 1.0-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/...
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... October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks e down to "Upper threading" (page 16). 3 Attach zigzag foot "J". Start sewing. b Select stitch , , , , or . c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of fabric 51 For details, refer to one side. d a ...(15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. Manually pass the thread through the eye of joined fabrics. Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be damaged. CAUTION ● The needle threader ...
... October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks e down to "Upper threading" (page 16). 3 Attach zigzag foot "J". Start sewing. b Select stitch , , , , or . c CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of fabric 51 For details, refer to one side. d a ...(15/64 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may bend or break. Manually pass the thread through the eye of joined fabrics. Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be damaged. CAUTION ● The needle threader ...
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...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**...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...
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...N 22 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 24 24... (1/16-3/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* J 21 21 21 - 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 No ...
...N 22 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 24 24... (1/16-3/16) Ye*s* ( J ) No Rfc.* J 21 21 21 - 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 No ...
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...seam easily comes loose 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 0.4 (1/64) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 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) No...Keyhole buttonholes for quilting) J 40 40 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on N 28 28 28 - Decorative hemming on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0...
...seam easily comes loose 2.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16-1/8) 0.4 (1/64) 0.3-1.0 (1/64-1/16) 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) No...Keyhole buttonholes for quilting) J 40 40 - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on N 28 28 28 - Decorative hemming on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0...
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... No Rfc. * 4 N 47 - - - 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 55 50 - - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - 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. * Quilting stippling J 43 43...
... No Rfc. * 4 N 47 - - - 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 55 50 - - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting) J 41 41 - - 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. * Quilting stippling J 43 43...
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... No Rfc.* *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 56 N 63 - - - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - 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.* 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.* 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64...
... No Rfc.* *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less. 56 N 63 - - - Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N 57 52 42 - 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.* 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.* 7.0 (1/4) 2.5-7.0 (3/32-1/4) 0.4 (1/64...