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...the main switch to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for its intended use bent needles. 13. Do not use as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. 2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM ...not pull or push fabric while stitching. Young children should never be replaced by the manufacturer as a toy. Never operate this manual. This sewing machine is not working properly, if it to the symbol "{" position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as described in ....
...the main switch to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for its intended use bent needles. 13. Do not use as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. 2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM ...not pull or push fabric while stitching. Young children should never be replaced by the manufacturer as a toy. Never operate this manual. This sewing machine is not working properly, if it to the symbol "{" position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as described in ....
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... thread take- Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any other parts • A power failure occurs during use or store the machine ... computerized household sewing machines. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Be sure to clean the case. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing... local authorized Brother dealer. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The...
... thread take- Do not drop or hit the machine. 4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any other parts • A power failure occurs during use or store the machine ... computerized household sewing machines. Do not use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Be sure to clean the case. Do not store anything on the needle while sewing... local authorized Brother dealer. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The...
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... ...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 position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading ...16 Drawing up the lower thread ...19 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 20 Needle...
... ...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 position ...10 THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading ...16 Drawing up the lower thread ...19 REPLACING THE NEEDLE 20 Needle...
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... spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool of the upper thread. 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. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot...
... spool pin (page 23) This holds a second spool of the upper thread. 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. n Foot controller jack/socket (page 10) Plug in the foot...
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...holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. The operation buttons differ depending on some models... to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. When sewing is stopped, the needle is marked with the start/stop button) Press the start/stop sewing. g Quick-set the bobbin. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is installed onto...
...holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. The operation buttons differ depending on some models... to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. When sewing is stopped, the needle is marked with the start/stop button) Press the start/stop sewing. g Quick-set the bobbin. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is installed onto...
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...Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of the thread through the hole on this machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the...this pin. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. If you use bobbins from the inside of thread on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. e 11 NCBC2000.book Page 11 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin 1 ...
...Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use the bobbin that comes with this sewing machine. b CAUTION ● If the spool of the thread through the hole on this machine. Put the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft d and slide the bobbin winder shaft to wind the...this pin. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. If you use bobbins from the inside of thread on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. e 11 NCBC2000.book Page 11 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin 1 ...
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...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 Press the foot controller or press (start/... winding shaft to the right. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot ...
...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 Press the foot controller or press (start/... winding shaft to the right. If you do not cut the thread completely, and the bobbin is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot ...
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... seat. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly 13 c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your right hand to...
... seat. CAUTION ● Not winding the bobbin properly may cause the thread tension to loosen, and may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly 13 c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your right hand to...
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... inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the thread is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 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 not a malfunction. ● The ... needle to be injured. this sewing machine. Put the left tab in c the direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. Slide ...
... inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins that the thread is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 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 not a malfunction. ● The ... needle to be injured. this sewing machine. Put the left tab in c the direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will not operate correctly. Slide ...
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...; Make sure you start to sew, follow to thread the machine as shown by the line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. Be sure to the procedure in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. a Cover b Slide button Put... b) until the cover clicks into place. • Only use bobbins that the bobbin thread should be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 19). 15 Replace the bobbin cover. Put the left side of the cover...
...; Make sure you start to sew, follow to thread the machine as shown by the line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin so the thread unrolls in the right direction. Be sure to the procedure in "Drawing up the bobbin thread. a Cover b Slide button Put... b) until the cover clicks into place. • Only use bobbins that the bobbin thread should be incorrect or break the needle. 1 a Cutter Memo ● You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the lower thread" (page 19). 15 Replace the bobbin cover. Put the left side of the cover...
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... the needle. Raise the needle 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. a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise...the mark on the needle threader, see page 17. 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 wheel points up before...
... the needle. Raise the needle 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. a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise...the mark on the needle threader, see page 17. 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 wheel points up before...
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... sure you are using those types of threads or needles, thread the eye of the needle by holding the thread in the range of 90/14-100/16. ● You cannot use the needle threader if you may tangle on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Check... the table on the spool pin and cause the needle to the needle bar thread guide. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from right to back and pull g out about 5 cm (2 inch) of...
... sure you are using those types of threads or needles, thread the eye of the needle by holding the thread in the range of 90/14-100/16. ● You cannot use the needle threader if you may tangle on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Check... the table on the spool pin and cause the needle to the needle bar thread guide. a Needle bar thread guide Thread the needle from right to back and pull g out about 5 cm (2 inch) of...
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... of the needle. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of thread through the needle. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the...
... of the needle. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward the back of thread through the needle. Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of the...
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... Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set ...bobbin You can draw up the bobbin thread. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the upper thread. Replace the bobbin cover. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the arrow, and leave it there...
... Needle position button Pull on the wheel points up or by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by pressing (needle position button) (for models equipped with the quick-set ...bobbin You can draw up the bobbin thread. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the upper thread. Replace the bobbin cover. When sewing gathers or darts, you draw up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the arrow, and leave it there...
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... Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Size 60-80 Silk thread 50-80 Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread 60-80 50-80 30-50 50 Thread for the fabric that should be used depends on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following...
... Corduroy Tweed Jersey Tricot Easily frayed fabrics For top-stitching Thread Type Cotton thread Synthetic thread Size 60-80 Silk thread 50-80 Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread Cotton thread Synthetic thread Silk thread 60-80 50-80 30-50 50 Thread for the fabric that should be used depends on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following...
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... needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may be sure to turn off the sewing machine. Lower the presser foot lever. NCBC2000.book Page... 21 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in "Checking the needle" . 1 Raise ...
... needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may be sure to turn off the sewing machine. Lower the presser foot lever. NCBC2000.book Page... 21 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM CAUTION ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in "Checking the needle" . 1 Raise ...
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... needle clamp screw is on the right side and the needle bar thread guide is removed, follow the procedure below to attach it to the needle bar. NCBC2000.book Page 22 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use the ...needle clamp screw. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the end of the sewing machine may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is at the...
... needle clamp screw is on the right side and the needle bar thread guide is removed, follow the procedure below to attach it to the needle bar. NCBC2000.book Page 22 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use the ...needle clamp screw. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the end of the sewing machine may result. ■ Installing the needle clamp If the needle clamp is at the...
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..., and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Put the second spool of the machine. The path for threading the machine to the needle bar thread guide is the same as for normally threading the machine (for a single needle). Instead, thread the twin needle by...
..., and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with a needle threader ● You cannot use the needle threader to thread the twin needle. Put the second spool of the machine. The path for threading the machine to the needle bar thread guide is the same as for normally threading the machine (for a single needle). Instead, thread the twin needle by...
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... screwdriver to loosen the presser foot b holder screw. a • For details, refer to check that the g presser foot is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect. a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw Note ● If the presser foot holder is securely attached. Raise the... bar. 1 a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is attached. Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting foot.
... screwdriver to loosen the presser foot b holder screw. a • For details, refer to check that the g presser foot is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect. a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot holder screw Note ● If the presser foot holder is securely attached. Raise the... bar. 1 a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is attached. Removing the presser foot holder Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder, such as the quilting foot.
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... the threads. For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. Turn on the sewing machine. NCBC2000.book Page 26 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below to sew. 1 Turn on the machine.
... the threads. For details on starting to sew, refer to "Starting to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. Turn on the sewing machine. NCBC2000.book Page 26 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM SEWING BASICS 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below to sew. 1 Turn on the machine.