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... to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from all instructions before cleaning. This sewing machine is required around the machine needle. 11. WARNING - To disconnect, turn the main switch to persons: 1. Do not allow this machine. 18. 2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using...
... to the symbol "{" position which represents off, then remove plug from all instructions before cleaning. This sewing machine is required around the machine needle. 11. WARNING - To disconnect, turn the main switch to persons: 1. Do not allow this machine. 18. 2000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using...
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... adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Use only neutral soaps or detergents...
... adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com The contents of this manual and specifications of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Use only neutral soaps or detergents...
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...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 ...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 ...
...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 ...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 ...
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...This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. m Jack/socket connector (page 9) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. o Feed dog position lever (pages 38 and 45) Use the feed dog position... threads through the thread cutter to lower the feed dogs. 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 use this to control the...
...This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can use as the lower thread. m Jack/socket connector (page 9) Insert the plug on the sewing machine model. o Feed dog position lever (pages 38 and 45) Use the feed dog position... threads through the thread cutter to lower the feed dogs. 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 use this to control the...
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... button to raise or lower the needle. i Needle plate The needle plate is depressed. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is marked with the needle threader) (page 17) c Presser foot holder The presser foot is lowered in...
... button to raise or lower the needle. i Needle plate The needle plate is depressed. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is marked with the needle threader) (page 17) c Presser foot holder The presser foot is lowered in...
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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 1 a open it. press the "+" side to increase the stitch length.) d Stitch width adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch ...
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 1 a open it. press the "+" side to increase the stitch length.) d Stitch width adjustment key Press this key to adjust the stitch ...
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...Code U.S.A. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch 8 Part Code U.S.A. 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. Others SA140 F033N: XC2214-002 SA129 F005N: XC1948-002 SA125 F001N... 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot * May be able to carry out most sewing tasks. 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...
...Code U.S.A. Part Name 4 Quilting guide 5 Eyelet punch 8 Part Code U.S.A. 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. Others SA140 F033N: XC2214-002 SA129 F005N: XC1948-002 SA125 F001N... 2 Quilting Foot 3 1/4-Inch Quilting Foot * May be able to carry out most sewing tasks. 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...
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... ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. 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. a To turn off the...cord may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. 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. WARNING ...
... ● This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. 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. a To turn off the...cord may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. 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. WARNING ...
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...the start /stop button cannot be set using the sewing speed controller is set to the raised position. Turn off the sewing machine in , the start/stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to sew at a slower speed, or slide the speed controller...the foot controller when the machine is not in the fabric when sewing is placed on the sewing machine. Hold down lightly, the machine will increase. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start /stop position Normally, the sewing machine is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. Changing the needle ...
...the start /stop button cannot be set using the sewing speed controller is set to the raised position. Turn off the sewing machine in , the start/stop button) Slide the sewing speed controller to the left to sew at a slower speed, or slide the speed controller...the foot controller when the machine is not in the fabric when sewing is placed on the sewing machine. Hold down lightly, the machine will increase. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start /stop position Normally, the sewing machine is the foot controller's maximum sewing speed. Changing the needle ...
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...-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this machine or bobbins of thread on this sewing machine. If you use the bobbin that have been designed for this pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in the...thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle 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 ...
...-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that comes with this machine or bobbins of thread on this sewing machine. If you use the bobbin that have been designed for this pin. b CAUTION ● If the spool of thread is not in the...thread around the pre-tension disk. Pass the end of the thread through the hole on c the bobbin from other bobbins may tangle 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 ...
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...slide the bobbin winding shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. 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... controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/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...
...slide the bobbin winding shaft to the left and remove the bobbin. 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... controller or press (start/stop button) (for models equipped with the start/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...
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... thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the right. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be used to its k original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Slide the sewing speed controller back to start or stop button cannot be operated using the cutter built into... notch 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. CAUTION ● Be sure to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with your...
... thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft j to the right. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be used to its k original position (for models equipped with the sewing speed controller). Slide the sewing speed controller back to start or stop button cannot be operated using the cutter built into... notch 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. CAUTION ● Be sure to the right and pass it through 2 of the thread clockwise around the d pre-tension disk with your...
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... direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread, push the bobbin d down with this sewing machine. Put the left tab in the right direction. this is turned after winding the thread ... the thread unrolls in e place (see page 15. 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 bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding ...
... direction shown by turning a the handwheel toward you turn the power off while threading the machine. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the thread, push the bobbin d down with this sewing machine. Put the left tab in the right direction. this is turned after winding the thread ... the thread unrolls in e place (see page 15. 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 bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding ...
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... tangle and break the needle. 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. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. a Spool pin b Thread guide c 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 handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) so that...
... tangle and break the needle. 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. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot a lever. a Spool pin b Thread guide c 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 handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you (counterclockwise) so that...
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...100/16. ● You cannot use needles in the range of the procedure in the figure d on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up 1 lever before you feed the upper...9679; If you incorrectly feed the thread you are using decorative threads or special needles, such as shown in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to left hand, then feeding the thread with your left . Lower the presser foot lever. If you are using transparent nylon monofilament thread, you ...
...100/16. ● You cannot use needles in the range of the procedure in the figure d on page 20 for models equipped with home sewing machine needles size 75/11100/16. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take -up 1 lever before you feed the upper...9679; If you incorrectly feed the thread you are using decorative threads or special needles, such as shown in a "Upper threading" to thread the machine to left hand, then feeding the thread with your left . Lower the presser foot lever. If you are using transparent nylon monofilament thread, you ...
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... 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. X The end of the sewing machine. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the needle threader rotates toward you...
... 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. X The end of the sewing machine. d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the needle threader rotates toward you...
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...; Only use bent needles. Use of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis...needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Failure to sew. Needle precautions Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. NCBC2000.book Page 20 Thursday...
...; Only use bent needles. Use of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is extremely dangerous. Fabric Type/Application Medium weight fabrics Thin fabrics Thick fabrics Stretch fabrics Broadcloth Taffeta Flannel, Gabardine Lawn Georgette Challis...needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use home sewing machine needles. Failure to sew. Needle precautions Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. NCBC2000.book Page 20 Thursday...
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Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be sure to turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be straight according to 75/11), the needle may bend or break. NCBC2000.book Page 21 ...surface is not even, 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 accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle...
Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be sure to turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Before replacing the needle, be straight according to 75/11), the needle may bend or break. NCBC2000.book Page 21 ...surface is not even, 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 accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. b a Flat side b Needle type marking ■ Correct needle 1 a Flat surface ■ Incorrect needle...
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... may fall off. Note ● The needle can be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the sewing machine may be removed by turning it touches the needle stopper. As seen from the front of the needle bar, and then tighten the needle ... clockwise. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 22 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 screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw by simply loosening the needle clamp screw...
... may fall off. Note ● The needle can be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the sewing machine may be removed by turning it touches the needle stopper. As seen from the front of the needle bar, and then tighten the needle ... clockwise. a Needle bar b Needle holder c Needle clamp screw d Align 22 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 screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw by simply loosening the needle clamp screw...
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... stitch appears in the holder. 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 positioned to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be ...sure to release the presser foot. NCBC2000.book Page 24 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● Always turn off the power before you have been designed to be used with this...
... stitch appears in the holder. 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 positioned to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). CAUTION ● Before replacing the presser foot, be ...sure to release the presser foot. NCBC2000.book Page 24 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE REPLACING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION ● Always turn off the power before you have been designed to be used with this...