Brother International ES2000 Users Manual - English
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KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES APPENDIX Computerized Sewing Machine Operation Manual - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 2
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 is not intended for - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 3
machine with bared flexible cords is hazardous if 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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 4
• Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts • A power failure occurs during use • Maintaining the machine • Leaving the machine unattended 3. Do not store anything on the foot controller. 4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords. For a longer service life - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 5
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 precautions - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 6
Basic stitching ...33 BLIND HEM STITCHING 34 BUTTONHOLE SEWING 35 Button sewing ...38 ZIPPER INSERTION ...40 SEWING STRETCH FABRICS AND ...52 MAINTENANCE ...57 Cleaning the machine surface ...57 Cleaning the bobbin case ...57 TROUBLESHOOTING ...59 ERROR MESSAGES ...62 Operation beep (for models - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 7
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 the needle. l Main power and sewing light switch (page 9) You can turn the main power and sewing light switch on and - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 8
bar thread guide. k Needle clamp screw Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. The operation buttons differ depending on the sewing machine model. a Presser foot lever Raise - Brother International ES2000 | 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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 10
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 following machine models: CS-6000, CS-5100, CS-4000, BC-2500, BC-2300, BC-2100, ES-2400 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 11
connector 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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 12
to the right to sew at a faster speed. a Foot controller jack/socket CAUTION ● When connecting the foot controller, be sure to turn off the sewing machine in order to prevent the machine from accidentally being started. When you press the foot controller down lightly, the machine will run at a low - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 13
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. If you use bobbins from other models, the machine - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 14
sewing machine is to be operated using the foot controller, 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). When the bobbin seems - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 15
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 the foot - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 16
correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the 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, you could be injured. Raise - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 17
not inserted, reinsert the thread. 1 1 a Tension-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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 18
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 points up before threading the - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 19
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 75/11100/16. Check the table on page 20 for - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 20
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 hook as shown below. e a Hook b Thread While lightly holding the thread, release the f needle threader lever - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 21
the lower thread Lightly hold the end of the upper thread. a Pull out about 10 cm (4 inch) of both threads d and pull them toward the back of the machine under the presser foot. 1 a Upper thread While holding the end of the upper thread, b raise the needle either by turning the handwheel toward - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 22
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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 23
has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" . 1 Raise the needle by turning the handwheel a toward you ( the needle, be sure to turn off the sewing machine, otherwise injuries may occur if the foot controller or the start/ stop button is accidentally pressed - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 24
KNOWING YOUR SEWING MACHINE Hold the needle with your left hand, and then d use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw counterclockwise to remove the needle. While holding the needle with your left hand, f use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw by turning it clockwise. Note - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 25
for this machine (part code: 131096-121). Other needles could break, and damage the machine. ● Do not sew with foot "J", otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. ● When changing the sewing direction, be sure to raise the needle before turning the fabric. If the fabric is turned - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 26
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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 27
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 the presser foot - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 28
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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 29
. When the sewing machine is turned on, the straight stitch ( left needle position) is selected. Turn on the sewing machine. a Press or reduce the stitch width. X The stitch is selected. Attach the presser foot. c Note ● The presser foot to be used is indicated by the letter (G, A, J, N, or - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 30
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, or press h (start/stop button) once - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 31
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 Loops appear on surface of fabric Solution Reduce the tension by turning the upper tension-control dial to a lower number. 54 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 32
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). If the needle was raised, lower the needle either by turning the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) or by pressing (needle position button) once (for - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 33
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 has been passed, the foot Free-arm sewing is convenient for sewing tubular and hard-to-reach areas. To change your machine to - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 34
. Rfc. ** Attach overcasting foot "G" or zigzag foot "J". a Sew with the edge of the fabric against the d presser foot guide. Select a stitch. b guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. a Needle drop point a Guide CAUTION ● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly turn - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 35
use reverse stitching. Basic stitching Baste or pin together the fabric pieces. a When sewing is finished, cut the thread. f • For details, refer to "Starting to sew" (page 28). Attach zigzag foot "J". b Select a stitch. c • For details, refer to "Selecting stitching" (page 27). Lower the needle - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 36
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 fabric e Guide 34 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 37
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 ES2000 | 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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 39
not be sewn with the correct size. Raise the presser foot lever, remove the h fabric, and cut the thread. Raise the buttonhole 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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 40
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. Measure the - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 41
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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 42
located either on the left or right side of the zipper foot. CAUTION ● Turn the handwheel by hand to make sure the needle does not hit the presser foot before you start sewing. If you choose a different stitch, the needle will hit the presser foot and break the needle. You may also be injured. To - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 43
precautions when performing each of the following stitching operations. Stretch stitching Attach zigzag foot "J". b Attach zigzag foot "J". a Select stitch . c Select stitch . b Sew the fabric without stretching it. c Sew the elastic tape to the fabric while d stretching the tape so that it - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 44
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 below. Stitch Name Pattern No. Application Stitch - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 45
a fabric that you wish to piece together. Attach zigzag foot "J". 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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 46
to be quilted. 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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 47
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 the fabric - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 48
, such as pocket corners and openings. As an example, the procedure 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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 49
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 its - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 50
sewing machine. Pattern No. Stitch Width [mm (inch.)] Stitch Name Application Auto Manual Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual 2.5 1.5-4.0 Yes (3/32) (1/16-3/16) ( J ) No loom stitching, etc. Decorative hemming on N 28 28 28 - thin, medium weight and 5.0 plain weave fabrics, heir- (3/ - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 51
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 iron before it is sewn. Trim along the stitches. d • Be careful not to cut the stitches. After sewing is finished, remove the paper. g 49 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 52
. 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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 53
sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to decorate hems the sewing machine may be damaged. Manually pass Turn the fabric over so that the right side d faces up, and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 54
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 16-3/16) No No Rfc.** J 03 03 03 03 Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 1.0 (1/16) 1.0-3.0 (1/16 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 55
Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Blind hem stitch R 09 09 09 09 Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabrics 0 Joining stitch Patchwork stitching, dec- J 15 15 15 15 orative stitching and sewing overcasting on both pieces of fabrics, such as 5.0 (3/16) 2.5-7.0 (3/32 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 56
(inch.)] Stitch Length [mm (inch.)] Auto Manual Auto Manual Decorative stitch Decorative hemming on N 26 26 26 24 thin, medium 40 - Appliqué quilting, free- motion quilting, satin stitching, button sewing 3.5 (1/8) *Rfc.: Reinforcement **Auto Rfc.: AutomaticReinforcement ***Select a - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 57
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 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 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 58
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 - For decoration, etc. N 58 - - - For decoration, etc. N 59 53 43 35 For decoration, etc. N 60 54 44 36 For decoration - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 59
Sewing performance will suffer if dust collects in the bobbin case; therefore, it should be cleaned periodically. CAUTION ● Make sure you unplug the machine before you clean it. Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or be injured. ● Unplug the power supply cord before cleaning the machine - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 60
g on the bobbin case aligns with the spring. 1 CAUTION ● 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 - Brother International ES2000 | 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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 62
thread is tangled or breaks. The bobbin is scratched or does not turn smoothly. The thread is tangled. You have not used a bobbin that has been designed for this machine. Replace the bobbin. Remove the tangled thread and clean the bobbin case. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 63
The thread is tangled, for example, in the bobbin case. Remove the tangle thread. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the bobbin case. page 57 The sewing light bulb does not The sewing lamp is damaged. come on. Contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. - 61 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 64
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 ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 65
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 6 needle - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 66
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 zipper Insertion 40 64 - Brother International ES2000 | Users Manual - English - Page 67
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Operation Manual
Computerized Sewing Machine
APPENDIX
UTILITY STITCHES
SEWING BASICS
KNOWING YOUR
SEWING MACHINE