Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i Operation Manual
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- Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 1
Operation Manual Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-S33/S36 KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Be sure to read this document before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference. - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 2
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Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock: 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 4
troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use this machine knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 CONTENTS 3 1. KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE ..... 4 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 4 The main parts 4 Needle and presser foot section 4 Operation buttons 5 Operation panel 5 Flat bed attachment 5 ACCESSORIES 6 Optional accessories 6 USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 6
5) j Operation panel (page 5) k Handwheel Used to manually raise and lower the needle. l Air vent This vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is being used. m Main power and sewing light switch (page 7) n Jack/socket connector (page - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 7
straight seams. j Needle bar thread guide (page 14) k Needle clamp screw Operation panel The operation panel allows you to select a stitch and specify how the stitch will be sewn. Operation buttons 1 The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. a Presser foot lever Raise - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 8
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. only) ● Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine Quilting guide 5 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 9
off. 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-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 10
is set to leave the needle in the fabric when sewing is stopped. Instead, the machine can be set to leave the needle raised when sewing is stopped. Turn off the sewing machine. a Hold down the "-" side of (a) on the left and b turn on the sewing machine. Faster You should make sure that nothing is - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 11
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. If you use bobbins from other models, the machine will not work properly. Only use the bobbin that comes with - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 12
, connect the foot controller before turning on the machine. ● 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). CAUTION ● Make sure you follow the instructions carefully. If you do not cut the - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 13
12. CAUTION ● Winding the bobbin improperly may cause the thread tension to loosen, breaking the needle and resulting in injury. a Sewing speed controller Turn on the sewing machine. f Press the foot controller or press (start/stop g button) (for models equipped with the start/stop button) to start - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 14
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Put the bobbin in so the thread comes out in the c direction shown by the arrow. CAUTION ● Make sure you set the bobbin so the - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 15
you want to draw up the bobbin thread before you start to sew, follow to the procedure in "Drawing up the lower thread" (page 15). 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. Raise - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 16
● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. Make sure you guide the thread through the e thread take-up lever from guide. ■ Using the needle threader (for models equipped with the needle threader) CAUTION ● The needle threader can only be used with home sewing machine - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 17
the end of the thread as illustrated bellow. f a Needle holder b Needle threader lever c Guide Fully lower the needle threader lever. d 1 a 5 cm (2 inch) Note ● If you incorrectly feed the thread you may cause sewing problems. Drawing up the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 18
to 4. Replace the bobbin cover. c REPLACING THE NEEDLE This section provides information on sewing machine needles. Needle types and their uses Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the 65/9-90/14 Silk thread For top-stitching Synthetic thread 30 90/14-100/16 Silk thread 16 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 19
75/11), the needle may bend or break. In addition, the stitching may be uneven or puckered or there may be skipped stitches. Checking the needle Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 20
loosening or tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain parts of the sewing machine may be damaged. Install the twin needle in the same way. CAUTION and the needle bar thread guide is at the bottom. With the flat side of the needle toward the rear e of the machine, insert the needle until - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 21
that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to "Stitch settings" (page 45). 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 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 22
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 Note ● The presser foot to be used with each stitch appears in the LCD. To select - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 23
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 disc-shaped screwdriver to remove - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 24
(page 20). ADJUSTING THE STITCH LENGTH AND WIDTH 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. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press (stitch selection keys). The number - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 25
or break. ● If the stitches are bunched together, increase the stitch length. Continuing to sew with the stitches bunched together may result in the and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inch) of thread toward the rear of the machine. a 5 cm (2 inch) While holding the end of the thread and the d fabric - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 26
■ Sewing reinforcement stitches When sewing stitches other than straight or zigzag stitches that are secured with reverse stitching, pressing (reverse/reinforcement stitch button) sews reinforcement stitches, 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other. aStart/stop button The machine starts sewing. Take - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 27
that are the same as those used for your project, and check the thread tension and stitch length and width. 2 Changing the sewing direction When the stitching reaches a corner, stop the a sewing machine. Leave the needle lowered (in the fabric). If the needle was raised, lower the needle either - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 28
. • Once the trouble spot has been passed, the foot will return to its normal position. CAUTION ● If fabric more than 6 mm (15/64 inch) thick is sewn or if the fabric is pushed with too much force, the needle may bend or break. Sewing thin fabrics When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 29
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 to the left to a release it. 2 a Flat bed attachment 27 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 30
also useful for sewing stretch materials. Stitch Name Pattern No. Sew with the edge of the fabric against the d presser foot guide. 1 a Needle drop point Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Zigzag stitch 3-point zigzag stitch J 04 04 04 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 31
sew" (page 23). • For details on sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches, refer to "Sewing reinforcement stitches" (page 24). When sewing is finished, cut the thread. f • For details, refer to "Starting to sew a stitch. c Position the fabric with the edge of the folded d hem against the guide of the - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 32
side of fabric • For details on changing the stitch width, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 22). Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser e foot guide. Remove the basting stitching and turn the fabric f right side up. a Reinforcement stitching ■ Part names of the buttonhole foot - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 33
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 then start sewing. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. 31 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 34
injuries may result if the seam ripper slips. Memo ● Before sewing buttonholes, check the stitch length and width by sewing a trial buttonhole on a scrap piece of fabric. Attach buttonhole foot "A". b Select a stitch or . c Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the d gimp thread. Lower the - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 35
position lever, located at the rear of the machine on the base, to . • When attaching four-hole buttons, first sew the two holes closest to you. Then, the holes in the button. Set the stitch length to the shortest setting by g pressing the stitch length adjustment key. Turn the handwheel toward - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 36
the shank to the right pin of the zipper foot. Stitch Name Pattern No. Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Straight stitch (center) I 01 01 01 01 1 2 a Zipper foot b Right pin for sewing the left side of the zipper c Left pin for - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 37
STRETCH FABRICS AND ELASTIC TAPE Stretch fabrics can be sewn and elastic tape can be attached. Pattern No. Stitch Name Select stitch . c Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it is the same length as the fabric. While pulling the fabric behind - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 38
below. Pattern No. Stitch Name Select stitch . c Carefully sew around the edge of the design. d Cut away any fabric that is left outside the stitching. Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Zigzag stitch Zigzag stitch (for quilting) Appliqu - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 39
to piece together. Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select stitch or . c Sew with the side of the presser foot aligned d guide. Note ● Only use the walking foot with straight or zigzag stitches. Do not use other patterns. Reverse stitches toward the front of the machine to check that the needle does not strike - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 40
The optional quilting foot is needed for free-motion quilting. 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 are equally spaced. Remove the presser foot and the presser foot - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 41
sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners. Stitch Name Pattern No. Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model a Feed dog position lever The feed dogs are lowered. Turn on the sewing machine, and then select a e stitch. Use both hands to hold the - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 42
on the buttonhole foot. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your f left hand, and then start sewing. Once sewing is completed, the machine automatically sews reinforcement stitches, then stops. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, g and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole lever - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 43
be sewn with this sewing machine. Stitch Name Pattern No. Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Fagoting stitch J 17 17 17 17 J 18 18 18 18 Joining stitch J 14 14 14 14 J 15 15 15 15 Shell tuck stitch Satin scallop stitch J 16 16 16 16 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 44
along the edge of the fabric, making sure c not to sew directly on the edge of the fabric. Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm c (3/8 inch). 1 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 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 45
off the edge of the fabric. a Wrong side of fabric 3 b 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam allowance c Straight stitch Select stitch , or . c Turn the fabric over so that the right side faces d up, and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned with the seam. 1 a Needle drop point - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 46
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 ● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass the thread through - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 47
may break or the machine may be damaged. Utility stitches Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application 4 Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight Pattern Presser Foot 70 stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 48
Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching APPENDIX Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch Appliqué stitch Shell tuck stitch Satin scallop stitch Joining stitch Fagoting stitch R 09 09 09 09 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 49
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 Buttonhole stitch Decorative - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 50
stitches model 60 stitches model 50 stitches model 40 stitches model Twin Needle Walking Foot Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitching APPENDIX Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Appliqué stitch .* Decorative stitch N 50 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 51
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-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 52
periodic oiling unnecessary. If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Precautions on storing the machine Do not store the machine in any of the - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 53
bobbin case so that the mark on the g bobbin case aligns with the mark on machine as shown below. • Align the and ● marks. a Bobbin case b mark c ● break or sewing performance may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XE7560-001), contact your nearest 4 authorized service center. ● - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 54
APPENDIX 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 The sewing machine does not work. The needle breaks. The upper thread breaks. Possible - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 55
retailer or the nearest authorised service center. - You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will not Replace the needle. page 17 If you are sewing thin fabric, the stitch is too thick. Sew with stabiliser material under the fabric. page 26 - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 56
or the nearest authorized service center. page 13 - You have not used bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Incorrect bobbins will for the type of stitch. Attach the presser foot that is correct for the type of stitch that you want to sew. page 45 The stitch is not sewn correctly. - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 57
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 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 CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 58
Q , quick-set bobbin 4 12 quilting 37 quilting foot 38 , quilting guide 37 38 R reinforcement stitching 39 reverse/reinforcement stitch button 5 S scallop stitching 42 seam ripper 32 sewing machine needles 16 sewing speed controller 5 sleeve holes 39 smocking 42 , spool pin 9 13 , start - Brother International CS-6000/6000b/6000t/6000i | Operation Manual - Page 59
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APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE
Operation Manual
Product Code: 888-S33/S36
Sewing Machine
Be sure to read this document before using the machine.
We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.