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- Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non- , i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. Always replace the fuse cover, never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation. For repair or adjustment In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
CONTENTS 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 5 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 5 The main parts ...5 Needle and presser foot section ...6 Operation buttons ...6 Operation panel ...7 Flat bed attachment ...7 ACCESSORIES ...8 Optional accessories ...8 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE 9 Power supply - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE 41 Stretch stitching ...41 Elastic attaching ...41 APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING 42 Appliqués ...42 Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ...43 Piecing ...43 Quilting ...44 Free the machine surface ...57 Cleaning the bobbin case ...57 TROUBLESHOOTING - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
bed attachment with accessory compartment (pages 7 and 31) i Operation buttons (page 6) The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. j Operation panel (page 7) This is used to select the stitch and specify the various settings. k Handwheel Used to manually raise and lower - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitching. f Feed dogs The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. g Quick-set bobbin (for models equipped with the quickset bobbin) You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to set - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
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. Slide the flat bed attachment to the left to 1 - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
We have designed these accessories to help you be able to carry out most sewing tasks. Note (For U.S.A. only) G Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the following machine models: CS-100, CS-6000, CS-6000i, CS-4000, ES-2400, ES-2000, EX-660, CE-4000, BC-1000, HS-1000, XR-7700 - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
Set the main power switch to "I". b X The sewing lamp comes on when the machine is turned on. Note ● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
electric shock. Hold down the "-" side of (stitch selection b key) on the left and turn on the sewing machine. After turning on the sewing machine, release the "-" side of (stitch selection key). Note ● When the foot controller is plugged in, the start/stop button cannot be used to start or stop - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
for this sewing machine. Using other bobbins may cause damage to the machine. ● We designed the bobbin that comes with this machine. If you use bobbins from other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type (part code - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
the thread around the bobbin a few times. Then stop the machine. Press the foot controller or press (start/ i stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start. Note ● If the sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, connect the foot controller before turning - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
around the d pre-tension disk with your left hand, use your right hand to wind the free end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin five or six times. Turn on the sewing machine. g Press the foot controller or press (start/ h stop button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
bobbin case. If it is not inserted, reinsert the thread. CAUTION ● Make sure you turn the power off while threading the machine. If you accidentally step on the foot controller and the machine starts to sew raise the presser foot lever. 14 1 a Tension-adjusting spring Replace the bobbin cover. Put - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
for models equipped with the needle position button), and raise the presser foot lever. Slide the button and open the cover. b 1 2 • 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 1 a Tension - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
button) (for models equipped with the needle position button) once or twice to raise 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. Be sure to turn the handwheel so that the mark on the wheel - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
be wrapped around the thread take-up lever. Make sure you raise the presser foot lever and the thread take-up 1 lever before you feed the upper thread. ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
d Pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread through g the needle toward the back of the sewing machine. X The end of the needle threader rotates toward you and the hook passes through the eye of the needle. a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. 18 - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing bobbin back in. Pass the thread along the slit in the direction a of the arrow, and leave it there without cutting it. • The bobbin cover - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
these precautions is extremely dangerous. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION ● Only use home sewing machine needles. Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine. ● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" . 1 sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Lower the presser foot lever. c 1 a Flat surface a Presser foot - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. With the flat side of the needle toward the e rear of the machine, insert the needle side and the needle bar thread guide is at the bottom. a Needle stopper a Needle clamp screw b Needle bar thread guide c Needle bar Align the bottom - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When changing the sewing direction, be sure to raise the - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
replacing the presser foot, be sure to 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. Raise the presser foot lever. c a Presser foot holder b Shank c Pin Note ● The presser foot to be - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
. 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. Use the screwdriver to remove the presser foot holder. ■ Removing the presser foot holder Remove - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
machine. Turn on the sewing machine. For details on turning on the machine, refer to "Power supply" (page 9). ↓ 2 Select the stitch. Select the stitch appropriate for the area to be sewn. For details on selecting a stitch, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). ↓ 3 Attach the presser foot - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
Mark b Needle position button Raise the presser foot lever. b a Presser foot lever Place the fabric under the presser foot, pass c the thread under the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a Sewing speed controller Slowly press down on the - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
threads through the thread cutter to cut them. a Thread cutter Memo ● When the foot controller is plugged in, (start/stop button) cannot be used to start or stop sewing. ● When sewing is stopped, the needle remains lowered (in the fabric). The machine can be set so that the needle will stay up when - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
TIPS Various ways to achieve better results for your sewing projects are described below. Refer to these tips when sewing your project. Trial sewing Lower the presser foot lever and continue c sewing. After you select a stitch, the machine automatically sets the stitch width and length for the - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
the presser foot. a Stabilizer material or paper Sewing stretch fabrics First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stretching the fabric. a Black button Release the button. The foot will lock in place c level with the seam, allowing the fabric to feed. • Once the trouble spot - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Overcasting on thin or medium weight fabrics 3.5 (1/8) 2.5-5.0 foot "G" or zigzag foot "J". a Sew with the edge of the fabric against the d presser foot guide - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Left J 00 00 00 00 Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks, etc - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
side of fabric b Right side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Sew with the fold of the hem against the e presser foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the f fabric right side up. a Needle b Needle drop point c Fold of hem - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
BUTTONHOLE SEWING Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Buttonholes can be sewn and buttons can be sewn on. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
is used for sewing buttonholes, are indicated below. 1 2 5 ■ 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 - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
will not be sewn with the correct size. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the h fabric, and cut the thread. Raise upper thread in g your left hand, and then start sewing. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. a Eyelet punch • When - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
right as seen from the front of the machine). Attach buttonhole foot "A". b Select a stitch or . c Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the d gimp thread. Lower the presser foot lever and the e buttonhole lever, and then start sewing. When sewing is finished, gently pull the gimp f thread to - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
between the presser foot and d the fabric. Turn the handwheel toward you h (counterclockwise) to check that the needle 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 - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
the left pin of the zipper foot. When sewing the left side of the zipper, attach the shank to the right pin of the zipper foot. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stretch stitch J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
UTILITY STITCHES Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching APPLIQUÉ, PATCHWORK AND QUILT STITCHING The stitches that can be used for sewing appliqués, patchwork and quilts are described - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
b Remove the basting, if necessary. f Memo ● Make reinforcing straight stitches at the beginning and the end of stitching. Select stitch or . c 3 Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned d with the edge of the fabric. ■ For a seam allowance on the right side Align the right side of the - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
. a Remove the presser foot and the presser foot b holder. • For details, refer to "Removing the presser foot holder" (page 25). Note ● When sewing with the walking foot, sew at a speed between slow and medium. ■ Using the optional quilting guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
foot is needed for free-motion quilting. Slide the feed dog position lever, located at the d rear of the machine on the base, to (to the right as seen from the front of the machine). Remove the presser foot and the presser foot a holder. 3 • For details, refer to "Removing the presser foot - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
for sewing bar tacks at pocket corners is described below. Determine the desired length of the bar tack. a Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot "A" to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) 1 2 3 a Presser foot scale b Length - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
hold the end of the upper thread in f your left hand, and then start sewing. a Do not reduce the gap. X Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the g fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole lever to - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching DECORATIVE STITCHING Various decorative stitches can be sewn with this sewing machine 28 28 28 - thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
c Select stitch or . d Set the stitch width to 7.0 mm (1/4 inch). e • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Sew with the center of the presser foot f aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric. • For better results, apply spray starch onto the fabric and press with a hot - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
. Fold the fabric along the bias. a a 1 cm (3/8 inch) • Do not sew reverse/reinforcement stitches or cut the thread. Pull the bobbin threads to create gathers. d Smooth the gathers by ironing them. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch , and then increase the thread c tension. • For details - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. For details, refer to "Upper threading" (page 16). 3 Attach zigzag foot "J". a Insert the wing needle. a Sew and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned with - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
inch) or less, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 54
Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual stitching and sewing overcasting weight - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch (for quilting - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
APPENDIX Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Satin stitches N - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
injuries or an Switch the machine off and unplug it. electric shock may occur. a 4 Raise the needle and the presser foot. b Loosen the presser-foot screw and the needle c clamp screw to remove the presser-foot holder and the needle. Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, d and then slide - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
thread may become tangled, the needle may break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XC3152-021), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Make sure that you fit the bobbin case properly, otherwise the needle may break. 2 1 2 a Projection b Spring 58 - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
the presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - Replace the bobbin case. The bobbin case is scratched. Contact your retailer or the nearest - authorized service center. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 61
the presser foot. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Replace the bobbin case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Wind the bobbin thread - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
under the Remove the needle plate cover and needle plate or in the bobbin case. clean the plate and the bobbin case. page 57 Dust has built up in the feed dogs or in the bobbin case. Clean the bobbin case. page 57 There is a highpitched noise while sewing. You have not threaded the - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
by using the foot controller. Remove the tangled thread before continuing the operation. Note ● If error message "F1" through "F8" appears in the LCD while the sewing machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest authorized service center. Operation beep (for - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
32 main parts 5 main power switch 9 A , monogramming 49 51 accessories 8 appliqués 42 N needle 20 B bar tack 46 basic stitching 33 blind hem stitching 34 bobbin 14 , bobbin case 14 57 , bobbin cover 6 14 bobbin , winder 11 59, 62 button sewing 38 needle bar thread guide - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
T thick fabrics 30 thin fabrics 31 thread cutter 29 thread guide 16 thread tension 29 trial sewing 30 triple stretch stitch 33 troubleshooting 59 twin needle 22 U upper tension-control dial 29 upper threading 16 W walking foot 44 wing needle 51 Z zigzag , stitch 30 32, 42 zipper - Brother International BC-1000 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
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Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE