20 Most Recent Brother ES2000 Computerized Sewing Machine Questions & Answers

That is called bird nesting or thread nesting and is usually caused by the top thread not being fully seated in the tension disk. Remove the top thread from the machine. ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot and rethread from the beginning. Start out with the top tension set at the midway point and then adjust it.

Sounds like the machine may have a timing issue, ie the needle is arriving at the bobbin at the wrong time. Be sure you are using a brand new needle as a bent/damaged needle is out of alignment and could hit the bobbin. If a new needle doesn't solve the issue, then you need to take it for repair. Or you can search for multiple web sites and videos that discuss sewing machine timing. ...

Thread breakage could occur for several reasons. First, try a brand new needle. Second, use only good quality thread--NOT old thread or bargain bin varieties. Third, when threading the upper thread, be sure to ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot throughout the threading process. Verify that the thread path is correct (consult the owner's manual). Incorrect threading will usually break the thread. Check that the upper thread tension is set at the midway point between the high & low numbers. Why Does My Top Thread Keep Breaking Sewing Machine Sewing Machine Problem 1 Thread Breakage Sewing Machine Thread Keeps Breaking NMSU Checklist of Common Machine Troubles Why Does My Thread Keep Breaking While Sew ...

New type of machines have hidden screws under handles, plugs, etc. Get them out. The other thing is snaps. Once the screws are out there are snaps. Be careful if you use something to pry with or you could scratch it.

There are several set in screws on back side of unit, remove all visible ones. making sure there are know covered by tape (refurbished do) then the o-ring gasket on bobbin winder is probably deterriated, replace and it should be spinning.

E5 Unplug the foot pedal and use "start" button. EmbroideryServices

Hai, I suggest, easy way you go to near by local shop experience tailor , learnt how to thread the machine with in one hour or one day.

first try a new needle

It's locked up because of a thread jam. See this page for more info. http://welcome.solutions.brother.com/BSC/public/us/us/en/faq/faqh/000000/000000/000068/faqh000068_000.html?reg=us&c=us&lang=en&prod=hf_es2000teus

The pressure foot was up instead of down when I tried to run the machine without sewing something.

Check your manual for the error messages and what needs to be done.

If you do not have the manual, check the Brother website for a download.

Check to see if the needle is bent. If that is not the case you need to adjust the needle position on the needle bar. This may be something that you want to have a technician do, so you don't change the timing on the machine.

Check the upper and lower threads are correctly threaded and check that the reverse stitch button isn't stuck in