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- Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 1
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like. 15. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual. 16. This sewing machine - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
plugs with the fuse cover omitted. WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER 'E', BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW. The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue Neutral Brown Live - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
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 take - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
...49 Smocking ...50 Shell tuck stitching ...50 Joining ...51 Heirloom stitching ...51 4. 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
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. b Spool pin (pages 11 and 16) This holds the spool of thread. c Hole for extra spool pin (page 23) This holds a - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
pulling up the bobbin thread. h Bobbin cover Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin. i Needle plate The needle plate is marked with guides for sewing straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 9
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 CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper Part Code U.S.A. Others XC2691-031 XC3098-031 X53840-331 X59370-021 XC3021-031 XC4051-031 X59375-121 X54243-001 No. Part Name 9 Bobbin (4) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Cleaning brush 13 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
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 to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. only) ● This appliance has a polarized plug - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
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 sewing (only for models equipped with the start/stop button). X The needle stop position - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
speed controller.) 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. CAUTION ● Not - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right. c While holding the thread that wraps 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
breaking the needle and resulting in injury. 1 2 a Wound evenly b Wound poorly ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the enclosed bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: SA156 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
-adjusting spring Memo ● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated. a Cover b Slide button Put the bobbin in, feed the end of the thread c through the slit, and then pull the - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
the thread behind the needle bar thread f guide above the needle. The thread can easily be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand. ● The needle threader can only be used with home sewing machine needles size - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Fully lower the needle threader lever. 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. Catch the thread on the - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
. or a Mark b Needle position button Pull on the upper thread to draw up the lower c thread. a Upper thread b Lower thread a Upper thread b Lower thread ■ For models equipped with the quick-set bobbin You can begin sewing immediately without drawing up the bobbin thread. When sewing gathers or - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
the needle. ● Use the ball point needle when sewing on stretch fabrics or fabrics where skipped stitches easily occur. ● Use a 90/14 to 100/16 needle with transparent nylon threads, regardless of the fabric being sewn. ● A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
• Do not apply strong force when loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, 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 until it touches the needle stopper. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
to "Stitch settings" (page 52). 1 CAUTION ● Use only twin needles that have been made for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with bent needles. The needle could break and injure you. ● You can not use the needle threader to thread - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
(counterclockwise) so that the mark on the wheel points up. (With models equipped with (needle position button), raise the needle by pressing once or twice.) or a Mark b Needle position button If the sewing machine has been turned on, b turn it off. a Black button b Presser foot holder Place - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
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 presser foot holder is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect. a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser foot - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
, otherwise the needle may break or bend. General sewing procedure Follow the basic procedures below to sew. 1 Turn on the 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
selection keys, select the desired stitch. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press (stitch selection keys). The b number of the selected stitch is displayed. Press the "+" or "-" side of to increase - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
inch) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric with your left hand, turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) with your right hand to lower the needle to the starting point of the stitching. a Start/stop button X The machine starts sewing. Take your foot off the foot controller - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
needle will stay up when sewing is stopped. For details on setting the machine so that the needles stay up when sewing is stopped, refer to "Changing the needle stop position" (page 10). ■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches thread d Lower thread - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
, and then slightly change the sewing direction to sew around the curve. When sewing along a curve while using a zigzag stitch, select a shorter stitch length in order to obtain a finer stitch. When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break. a Basting Using a free-arm style Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to the free-arm style, lift out the flat bed attachment. Slide the flat bed attachment - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
. They are also useful for sewing stretch materials. 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 model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
Stitch Width [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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
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 d Wrong side of - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
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 Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 38
UTILITY STITCHES The names of parts of buttonhole foot "A", which 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. - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
open the buttonhole. 1 a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently hold the end of the 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 using the eyelet punch, place thick paper or - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
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 remove any slack. a Feed dog position lever (as seen from the rear of the machine) Use a handsewing needle - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
the needle may bend or break. Start sewing. i • After sewing for about 10 seconds at low speed, press (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) to sew reinforcement stitches. Pull the upper thread at the end of the j stitching to the wrong side of the fabric, and then tie it with the bobbin thread. Use - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
Auto Manual Auto Manual Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching Straight stitch I (center) *Rev.: Reverse 1 Attaching zippers, basic 01 01 01 01 stitching, and sewing - gathers - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
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 below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
right side of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric, and sew using stitch . 1 CAUTION ● Be careful that the needle does not hit a pin during sewing, as the needle can break. You may also be injured. Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching Fold the edge of the top piece of fabric and a place it - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
guide Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are equally spaced. Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot c onto the needle of the machine to check that the needle does not strike the presser foot. If the needle strikes the presser foot, injury may result. Select stitch , or - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
Presser foot holder screw c Needle clamp screw Hold the quilting foot in place with your right c hand, and then tighten the presser foot holder screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. X The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a e stitch. Use both hands to hold - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
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 Triple stretch stitch Attaching sleeves, sew- J 02 02 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
size. a Buttonhole lever b Bracket Gently 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
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. Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
". It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more decorative when thicker thread is used. Use an iron to fold the two pieces . Attach monogramming foot "N". a Select stitch . b Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making 1 c sure not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
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, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Sew while making sure that the needle drops d slightly off - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
be used with the Joining Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy quilt. wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. For - Brother International CS-6000 | 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 Utility stitches Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Left Center Triple - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
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 Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
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 Decorative hemming - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
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) J 41 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
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 57 52 42 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
MAINTENANCE Simple sewing machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine Cleaning the bobbin case 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
Never use a bobbin case that is scratched, otherwise the upper 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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 61
service center. Symptom Possible cause How to put it right Reference The machine is not plugged in. Plug the machine in. page 9 The sewing machine does not work. The main power switch is turned off. Turn on the main power switch. The bobbin winder shaft is pushed to Move the bobbin winder - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
case. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorised service center. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. You have not wound the bobbin thread properly. Wind - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
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 upper thread properly. The bobbin case - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
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 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
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 6 needle clamp screw 6, 22 needle plate 6 needle plate cover 57 needle - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
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 foot 40 - Brother International CS-6000 | Users Manual - English - Page 67
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Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE