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... household use by or near children. 2. The wrong plate can cause the needle to persons: 1. This sewing machine is required around the machine needle. 11. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not working properly, if it is intended for use . 2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28,... 1. Keep fingers away from outlet. 9. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Close attention is necessary when the machine is damaged, it to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from all instructions before using and before cleaning. ...
... household use by or near children. 2. The wrong plate can cause the needle to persons: 1. This sewing machine is required around the machine needle. 11. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not working properly, if it is intended for use . 2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28,... 1. Keep fingers away from outlet. 9. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Close attention is necessary when the machine is damaged, it to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from all instructions before using and before cleaning. ...
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... on the foot controller. 4. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For a longer service life 1. up lever, needle, or other hot... objects. 2. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Do not touch the hand wheel, thread take- Plug ...
... on the foot controller. 4. Be sure to keep your local authorized Brother dealer. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when: • Operation is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For a longer service life 1. up lever, needle, or other hot... objects. 2. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Do not touch the hand wheel, thread take- Plug ...
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......6 Operation buttons ...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 position ...10... THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading...
......6 Operation buttons ...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 position ...10... THREADING THE MACHINE 11 Winding the bobbin ...11 Lower threading ...14 Upper threading...
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APPENDIX ...52 STITCH SETTINGS ...52 Utility stitches ...52 MAINTENANCE ...57 Cleaning the machine surface ...57 Cleaning the bobbin case ...57 TROUBLESHOOTING ...59 ERROR MESSAGES ...62 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep...2004 4:32 PM 3. UTILITY STITCHES 32 OVERCASTING STITCHES 32 BASIC STITCHING ...33 Basic stitching ...33 BLIND HEM STITCHING 34 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 35 Button sewing ...38 ZIPPER INSERTION ...40 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 41 Stretch stitching ...41 Elastic attaching ...41 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 42 Appliqué...
APPENDIX ...52 STITCH SETTINGS ...52 Utility stitches ...52 MAINTENANCE ...57 Cleaning the machine surface ...57 Cleaning the bobbin case ...57 TROUBLESHOOTING ...59 ERROR MESSAGES ...62 Operation beep (for models equipped with the operation beep...2004 4:32 PM 3. UTILITY STITCHES 32 OVERCASTING STITCHES 32 BASIC STITCHING ...33 Basic stitching ...33 BLIND HEM STITCHING 34 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 35 Button sewing ...38 ZIPPER INSERTION ...40 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 41 Stretch stitching ...41 Elastic attaching ...41 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 42 Appliqué...
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... 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. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the spool of the upper...
... 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. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the spool of the upper...
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...onto the presser foot holder. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. d Needle position button (for models equipped with guides for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start... direction. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to sew in the sewing direction. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is lowered in place.
...onto the presser foot holder. b Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. d Needle position button (for models equipped with guides for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start... direction. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to sew in the sewing direction. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the sewing machine model. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is lowered in place.
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... to reduce the stitch width; 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 use. a LCD (Liquid crystal display) The selected stitch (1), presser foot that you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will...
... to reduce the stitch width; 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 use. a LCD (Liquid crystal display) The selected stitch (1), presser foot that you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will...
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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, ES-2410, ES-2210, ES-... Quilting Foot * May be able to help you be included with some models. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" 4 Zipper foot "I" 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on...
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, ES-2410, ES-2210, ES-... Quilting Foot * May be able to help you be included with some models. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" 4 Zipper foot "I" 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on...
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...may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to them. Pulling on the cord may result. b X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Electric shock...your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned on the cord. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. To reduce the risk of time. If the ...
...may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to them. Pulling on the cord may result. b X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Electric shock...your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned on the cord. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. To reduce the risk of time. If the ...
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...fire or an electric shock. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. Note ● When the foot controller is plugged in the fabric when sewing is stopped. X The needle stop position changes to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop ...you press the foot controller down the "-" side of cloth and dust to sew at a low speed. Turn off the sewing machine in use. Slide the sewing speed controller to the left and turn off the sewing machine. a Faster You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot ...
...fire or an electric shock. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of the sewing machine. Note ● When the foot controller is plugged in the fabric when sewing is stopped. X The needle stop position changes to start or stop sewing (only for models equipped with the start /stop ...you press the foot controller down the "-" side of cloth and dust to sew at a low speed. Turn off the sewing machine in use. Slide the sewing speed controller to the left and turn off the sewing machine. a Faster You should make sure that nothing is placed on the foot ...
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... the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this machine. e 11 a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from ...the inside of the bobbin Turn on the spool pin. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread on the shaft b Groove...
... the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle on the sewing machine. If you use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this machine. e 11 a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins from ...the inside of the bobbin Turn on the spool pin. Using other models, the machine will not work properly. Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread on the shaft b Groove...
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... winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. NCBC2000.book Page 12 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM 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 the start.../stop button). Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound, when the thread runs low it may break the ...
... winding the thread around the bobbin and cause the needle to break. NCBC2000.book Page 12 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM 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 the start.../stop button). Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is wound, when the thread runs low it may break the ...
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...1 through e the slit in the bobbin winder seat. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the notch in the bobbin. a Slit in bobbin winder... thread is cut the thread as described. c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your right hand to wind the free end of... is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in a "Winding the bobbin" to start /stop button...
...1 through e the slit in the bobbin winder seat. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the cutter built into the notch in the bobbin. a Slit in bobbin winder... thread is cut the thread as described. c While holding the thread that the spring on the sewing machine. When the bobbin begins spinning slowly, take i your right hand to wind the free end of... is wound without cutting the thread using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● When the foot controller is plugged in a "Winding the bobbin" to start /stop button...
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...CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. 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 correctly inserted through the slit, as shown. • ...Make sure that were designed to be incorrect or break the needle. If it may cause the thread tension to sew, you could be used , the machine will make a clicking sound; Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins ...
...CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) or press (needle position button) (for this sewing machine. 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 correctly inserted through the slit, as shown. • ...Make sure that were designed to be incorrect or break the needle. If it may cause the thread tension to sew, you could be used , the machine will make a clicking sound; Actual size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other models • Only use bobbins ...
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...Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order 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 If the thread unrolls in , feed the end of the thread c through the tension-adjusting...1 2 • Make sure that the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you start to sew, follow to the procedure in the right direction. Be sure to thread the machine as shown by the line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin ...
...Tension-adjusting spring Memo ● The order 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 If the thread unrolls in , feed the end of the thread c through the tension-adjusting...1 2 • Make sure that the thread is indicated by turning a the handwheel toward you start to sew, follow to the procedure in the right direction. Be sure to thread the machine as shown by the line in the diagram). ■ For models equipped with the quick-set the bobbin ...
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...sure to raise the needle. 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...turn the handwheel so that the mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel b toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark... 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 wheel points up before threading the...
...sure to raise the needle. 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...turn the handwheel so that the mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel b toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark... 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 wheel points up before threading the...
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..., and c then put a spool of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to the needle bar thread guide. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread ... on the spool pin and cause the needle to left hand, then feeding the thread with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Follow steps 1 through the e thread take -up lever Put the...● You cannot use needles 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. The thread can easily...
..., and c then put a spool of the procedure in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to the needle bar thread guide. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread ... on the spool pin and cause the needle to left hand, then feeding the thread with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Follow steps 1 through the e thread take -up lever Put the...● You cannot use needles 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. The thread can easily...
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.... 18 Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the eye of the sewing machine. 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 needle. ...The hook will pull the thread through the needle. NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever.
.... 18 Catch the thread on the hook as shown below. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through the eye of the sewing machine. 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 needle. ...The hook will pull the thread through the needle. NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever.
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...up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Before you draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread While holding the end of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the lower ... 4. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads d and pull them toward you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it. • The bobbin cover should still be left over. When sewing gathers or darts, you (counterclockwise) so that some thread will be removed. Replace the bobbin cover. c 19 ...
...up the lower thread, put the bobbin back in. Before you draw up the lower thread by turning the handwheel toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread While holding the end of the arrow, and leave it there without drawing up the lower ... 4. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads d and pull them toward you can begin sewing immediately without cutting it. • The bobbin cover should still be left over. When sewing gathers or darts, you (counterclockwise) so that some thread will be removed. Replace the bobbin cover. c 19 ...
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... thread Synthetic thread Silk thread 50-80 30 Size of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Needle precautions Be sure to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of Needle 75/11-90/14 65/9-75/11...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. Failure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. Refer to the following precautions concerning the handling of any other needle may ...
... thread Synthetic thread Silk thread 50-80 30 Size of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Needle precautions Be sure to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of Needle 75/11-90/14 65/9-75/11...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. Failure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. Refer to the following precautions concerning the handling of any other needle may ...