ncbc_brother_cover_Eng PANTONE 285 K KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine English 885-S33/S34/S36/S37 XC8835-021 Printed in China Operation Manual
000_cover2-3.fm Page 1 Thursday, October 28, 2004 2:42 PM IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all instructions before using. - To reduce the risk of electric shock: DANGER 1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
NCBC2000.book Page 1 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.
NCBC2000.book Page 2 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING OUR MACHINE Your machine is one of the most advanced computerized household sewing machines. To fully enjoy all the features, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the hand wheel, thread takeup lever, needle, or other moving parts. 2.
NCBC2000.book Page 3 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ..........................................................5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ....................................................5 The main parts ................................................................................................................................................. 5 Needle and presser foot section ...............................................................
NCBC2000.book Page 4 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 3. UTILITY STITCHES ........................................................................................32 OVERCASTING STITCHES ................................................................................................ 32 BASIC STITCHING ............................................................................................................33 Basic stitching ...............
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 as the lower thread. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the spool of thread. k Handwheel Used to manually raise and lower the needle.
NCBC2000.book Page 6 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— Needle and presser foot section d Presser foot holder screw Use the presser foot holder screw to hold the presser foot holder in place. e Presser foot The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitching. f Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.
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 to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. Flat bed attachment The accessories are stored in a compartment inside the flat bed attachment. 1 a open it.
NCBC2000.book Page 8 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— ACCESSORIES The following accessories are stored in the flat bed attachment. We have designed these accessories to help you be able to carry out most sewing tasks. Note (For U.S.A.
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 precautions concerning the power supply. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.
NCBC2000.book Page 10 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— Foot controller Insert the foot controller plug into its jack/socket on the rear side of the sewing machine. Sewing speed controller (for models equipped with the start/stop button) a right to select the desired sewing speed.
NCBC2000.book Page 11 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM THREADING THE MACHINE Winding the bobbin 1 This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin. • For details on the fast bobbin winding, see page 13. a Pre-tension disk b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin CAUTION ● Only use bobbins (part code: SA156, SFB: XA5539-151) that have been designed for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine.
NCBC2000.book Page 12 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— f press the foot controller or press While holding the end of the thread, gently (start/ stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to wind the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine. i stop button) (for models equipped with the Press the foot controller or press (start/ start/stop button) to start.
NCBC2000.book Page 13 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM ■ For models equipped with the fast bobbin winding system f (to set the speed to fast) (for models equipped Slide the sewing speed controller to the right with the sewing speed controller). Follow steps 1 through 2 of the procedure in a “Winding the bobbin” to pass the thread around the pre-tension disk (page 11). 1 b so that the spring on the shaft fits into the Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft notch in the bobbin.
NCBC2000.book Page 14 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— b Memo ● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the thread around the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction. ● The needle bar does not move when you slide the bobbin winding shaft to the right. Slide the button and open the cover. 1 2 a Cover b Slide button c the direction shown by the arrow.
NCBC2000.book Page 15 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM the right side (see arrow b) until the cover clicks into place. • Make sure that the thread is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 • Replace the cover so that the end of the thread comes out from the left side of the cover (as shown by the line in the diagram).
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 needle threader, see page 17. a Spool pin b Thread guide c Mark on the handwheel CAUTION ● Make sure you thread the machine properly. Otherwise, the thread could tangle and break the needle. a lever.
NCBC2000.book Page 17 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM c then put a spool of thread on this pin. Pull up the spool pin as far as possible, and Note ● If the thread take-up lever is lowered, the upper thread cannot be wrapped around the thread take-up lever. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems.
NCBC2000.book Page 18 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— d Fully lower the needle threader lever. g the needle toward the back of the sewing Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through machine. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward you and the hook passes through the eye of the needle. e Catch the thread on the hook as shown below.
NCBC2000.book Page 19 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Drawing up the lower thread a Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. d and pull them toward the back of the machine Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads under the presser foot.
NCBC2000.book Page 20 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles.
NCBC2000.book Page 21 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM CAUTION Replacing the needle ● The appropriate fabric, thread and needle combinations are shown in the table on the previous page. If the combination of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing thick fabrics (such as denim) with thin needles (such as 65/9 to 75/11), the needle may bend or break. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may be skipped stitches.
NCBC2000.book Page 22 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE —————————————————————————————————————————————— d use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp Hold the needle with your left hand, and then screw counterclockwise to remove the needle. f use the screwdriver to tighten the needle While holding the needle with your left hand, clamp screw by turning it clockwise. Note ● The needle can be removed by simply loosening the needle clamp screw about one turn.
NCBC2000.book Page 23 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Sewing with a twin needle We have designed your machine so you can sew with this needle and two top threads. You can use the same color or two different colors of thread for making decorative stitches. For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to “Stitch settings” (page 52). CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine.
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 change the presser foot. If you leave the power on and step on the controller, the machine will start and you may be injured. ● Always use the correct presser foot for the stitch pattern you have chosen.
NCBC2000.book Page 25 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Slowly lower the presser foot lever so that the ■ Attaching the presser foot holder presser foot holder. a left side of the presser bar. f presser foot pin snaps into the shank in the Align the presser foot holder with the lower- 1 a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is attached. g presser foot is securely attached.
NCBC2000.book Page 26 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 2 SEWING BASICS SEWING Basic sewing operations are described below. Before operating the sewing machine, read the following precautions. CAUTION ● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur.
NCBC2000.book Page 27 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM ■ [Example] Selecting stitch Selecting stitching Using the stitch selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. a a . Press the stitch selection keys to select stitch 04. With on the right, select “4”, and with on the left, select “0”. Turn on the sewing machine.
NCBC2000.book Page 28 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— e Starting to sew Lower the presser foot lever. a toward you (counterclockwise) so that the mark Raise the needle by turning the handwheel on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.
NCBC2000.book Page 29 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM k and then pass the threads through the thread Pull the fabric to the left side of the machine, cutter to cut them. Thread tension The thread tension will affect the quality of your stitches. You may need to adjust it when you change fabric or thread. Memo ● We recommend that you do a test sample on scrap of a fabric before you start to sew.
NCBC2000.book Page 30 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM SEWING BASICS ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————— USEFUL SEWING TIPS Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. c sewing. Lower the presser foot lever and continue Trial sewing After you select a stitch, the machine automatically sets the stitch width and length for the stitch that is selected.
NCBC2000.book Page 31 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM ■ If thick seams are being sewn and the fabric does not feed at the beginning of stitching Zigzag foot “J” is equipped with a feature that keeps the presser foot level. Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric.
NCBC2000.book Page 32 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 3 UTILITY STITCHES OVERCASTING STITCHES Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] 04 04 04 Overcasting and attach04 ing appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16) Yes (J) *** Yes Rev.* 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 05 05 Overcasting on medium 05 weight or stretch fabrics, attaching elastic, darning, etc. 5.0 (3/16) 1.5–7.0 (1/16–1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2–4.
NCBC2000.book Page 33 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM BASIC STITCHING Manual Auto Manual 0.0 (0) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–5.0 (1/64–3/16) No *** Yes Rev.* Application Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Auto Walking Foot Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Twin Needle Presser Foot Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Pattern No.
NCBC2000.book Page 34 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— BLIND HEM STITCHING Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 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 Rfc. * R 10 10 10 Blind hem stitching on 10 stretch fabrics 0 (0) 3 – –3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.5 (1/16–1/8) No No Rfc. Presser Foot Walking Foot Stitch Length [mm (inch.
NCBC2000.book Page 35 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM BUTTONHOLE SEWING Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching A 29 29 29 Horizontal buttonholes 25 on thin and medium weight fabrics 5.0 (3/16) 3.0-5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2-1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No Auto* Rfc. A 30 30 30 Secured buttoholes for 26 fabrics that have backings 5.0 (3/16) 3.0–5.0 (1/8-3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2–1.0 (1/64-1/16) No No Auto* Rfc. A 31 31 31 Buttonholes for stretch or 6.0 3.0–6.
NCBC2000.book Page 36 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— The names of parts of buttonhole foot “A”, which is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 ■ If the button does not fit in the button guide plate Add together the diameter and thickness of the button, and then set the button guide plate to the calculated length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).
NCBC2000.book Page 37 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM • When lowering the presser foot, do not push in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the buttonhole will not be sewn with the correct size. h fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the i position. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original j stitching to prevent the stitching from being Insert a pin at the end of the buttonhole cut, and then use a seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open the buttonhole.
NCBC2000.book Page 38 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp thread. Hook the gimp thread onto the part of a buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration so that it fits into the grooves, and then loosely tie it. Button sewing Buttons can be sewn on with the sewing machine. Buttons with 2 or with 4 holes can be attached.
NCBC2000.book Page 39 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM d the fabric. Place a button between the presser foot and h (counterclockwise) to check that the needle Turn the handwheel toward you correctly goes into the two holes of the button. Adjust the stitch width to the distance between the button holes. • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to you.
NCBC2000.book Page 40 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— ZIPPER INSERTION 01 *Rev.: Reverse 01 01 Manual Auto Manual – – 2.5 (3/32) 0.2–5.0 (1/64–3/16) Yes (J) Yes** Application Attaching zippers, basic 01 stitching, and sewing gathers or pintucks, etc. Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Auto Walking Foot Presser Foot I Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Twin Needle Straight stitch (center) Stitch Width [mm (inch.
NCBC2000.book Page 41 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.0 (1/16–1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) Yes (J) No Rfc. 3-point zigzag stitch J 05 05 05 Overcasting on medium or stretch fabrics, 05 weight attaching elastic, darning, etc. 5.0 (3/16) 1.
NCBC2000.book Page 42 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] J 04 04 04 04 Overcasting and attaching appliqués 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16) Yes (J) ** Yes Rfc.* Zigzag stitch (for quilting) J 40 40 - - Appliqué quilting, freemotion quilting, satin stitching 3.5 (1/8) 0.0–7.0 (0–1/4) 1.4 (1/16) 0.0–4.0 (0–3/16) No Yes Rfc.
NCBC2000.book Page 43 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM d Carefully sew around the edge of the design. Piecing Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”. The fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance. Sew a piecing straight stitch 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) from either the right side or the left side of the presser foot. a fabric that you wish to piece together. Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the e Cut away any fabric that is left outside the stitching.
NCBC2000.book Page 44 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— e foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while Place one hand on each side of the presser Quilting Sandwiching batting between the top and bottom layers of fabric is called “quilting”. Quilts can easily be sewn using the optional walking foot and the optional quilting guide. sewing. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns.
NCBC2000.book Page 45 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Free-motion quilting With free-motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered (using the feed dog position lever) so that the fabric can be moved freely in any direction. The optional quilting foot is needed for free-motion quilting. d rear of the machine on the base, to Slide the feed dog position lever, located at the (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). a holder.
NCBC2000.book Page 46 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— REINFORCEMENT STITCHING Auto Manual Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 0.0 (0) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) No No Rfc.* 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.
NCBC2000.book Page 47 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM c Select stitch e possible. . Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as d pocket faces toward you, and then lower the Position the fabric so that the opening of the presser foot lever so that the needle drops 2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the pocket opening. a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. 1 3 a 2 mm (1/16 inch) Pass the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot.
NCBC2000.book Page 48 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 17 17 17 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 0.0-7.0 (0-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0-4.0 (1/16-3/16) Yes (J) No Rfc.* J 18 18 18 18 Fagoting, smocking and decorative stitching 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.
NCBC2000.book Page 49 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Fagoting Scallop stitching Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. a along their seams. Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric Baste the two pieces of fabric, separated by b about 4.0 mm (3/16 inch), onto thin paper or a sheet of water-soluble stabilizer.
NCBC2000.book Page 50 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM UTILITY STITCHES ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————— g Smocking Pull out the threads for the straight stitches. The decorative stitch created by stitching or embroidering over gathers is called “smocking”. It is used to decorate the front of blouses or cuffs. The smocking stitch adds texture and elasticity to fabric. a Attach zigzag foot “J”. b stitch length to 4.
NCBC2000.book Page 51 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM e down to one side. Unfold the fabric, and then iron the tucks Heirloom stitching When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to decorate hems and tablecloths on thin or medium weight fabrics in addition to plain weave fabrics. CAUTION Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt.
NCBC2000.book Page 52 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— 4 APPENDIX STITCH SETTINGS Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. CAUTION ● Select a stitch width of 5.0 mm (3/16 inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.
NCBC2000.book Page 53 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 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 Rfc. * R 10 10 10 10 Blind hem stitching on stretch fabrics 0 (0) 3 – –3 2.0 (1/16) 1.0–3.5 (1/16–1/8) No No Rfc. * Appliqué stitch J 11 11 11 11 Appliqué stitching 3.5 (1/8) 2.5–5.0 (3/32–3/16) 2.5 (3/32) 1.6–4.0 (1/16–3/16) Yes** (J) No Rfc.
NCBC2000.book Page 54 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Auto Manual Auto Manual Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 4.0 (3/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) *** Yes No (J) Rfc. * 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) *** Yes No (J) Rfc. * 5.0 (3/16) 1.5-7.0 (1/16-1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 1.5-4.0 (1/16-3/16) *** Yes No (J) Rfc.
Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 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. * J 42 42 - - 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 43 43 - - Quilting background stitching (stippling) 7.0 (1/4) 1.0–7.0 (1/16–1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0–4.0 (1/16–3/16) No No Rfc.
NCBC2000.book Page 56 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching 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) Yes** (J) No Rfc. * N 58 - - - 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) Yes** (J) No Rfc. * N 59 53 43 35 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) Yes** (J) No Rfc.
NCBC2000.book Page 57 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a wet cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth. CAUTION ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.
NCBC2000.book Page 58 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. Remove the bobbin case. h needle plate, and then slide the cover back on. Put the tabs on the needle plate cover into the 1 a Bobbin case f remove any dust from the race and its Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to surrounding area.
NCBC2000.book Page 59 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM TROUBLESHOOTING If the machine stops working properly, check the following possible problems. If the problem it still there, contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Symptom Possible cause The machine is not plugged in. The sewing machine does not work. How to put it right Plug the machine in. The main power switch is turned off. Turn on the main power switch. The upper thread breaks.
NCBC2000.book Page 60 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Possible cause You have not inserted the needle properly. How to put it right Insert the needle properly. Reference page 21 the needle plate. The area around the hole in the nee- Replace Contact your retailer or the nearest dle plate is scratched. authorised service center. – The area around the hole in the presser foot is scratched. Replace the presser foot.
NCBC2000.book Page 61 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM Symptom Stitches are skipped. There is a highpitched noise while sewing. The needle threader can not be used. The stitch is not sewn correctly. The fabric does not feed. The sewing light bulb does not come on. Possible cause How to put it right Reference You have not threaded the upper thread properly. Correct the upper threading. page 16 You have not used the right combination of fabric, thread and needle.
NCBC2000.book Page 62 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— ERROR MESSAGES If an operation is performed incorrectly before the sewing machine is set up, an error message appears on the operation panel. Follow the instructions indicated in the table. If you press the stitch selection key or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears.
NCBC2000.book Page 63 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM i INDEX Numerics M 3-point zigzag stitch .......................................................32 A main parts ........................................................................5 main power switch...........................................................9 monogramming.......................................................49, 51 accessories .......................................................................8 appliqués ...............
NCBC2000.book Page 64 Thursday, October 21, 2004 4:32 PM ——————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— T thick fabrics....................................................................30 thin fabrics .....................................................................31 thread cutter...................................................................29 thread guide ...................................................................16 thread tension .....................................
ncbc_brother_cover_Eng PANTONE 285 K KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine English 885-S33/S34/S36/S37 XC8835-021 Printed in China Operation Manual
