Cleaning and Oiling Brother CS 6000i

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[@lostguitarpik]

Great video. Just pulled my machine out of storage and it sounds so much better now that everything is clean and lubricated. Just a tip for anyone who lost their screwdriver that came with the machine, a quarter works perfectly for those little screw on the plates and to remove the foot.

[@TheNancyjpants]

Great video! I just took my machine apart following your instructions and cleaned and oiled it. It's running like a champ! I saved myself well over $100 in service fees and it solved the jam that I thought I'd have to pay someone to fix.

[@stephaniehansen9558]

This was so helpful, thank you! In case anyone else has this issue, I'll mention this. When I put everything back together, I breezed through the part where you locked the needle down before reassembling. I didn't do this, and while I didn't get an E1 error, when I tested out my stitches, my top thread tension was completely wrong, leading to large loops on the wrong side of the thread. I thought something was wrong with the bobbin tension, but hadn't made any changes to it when the machine was apart. I disassembled, and reassembled according to your instructions, making sure to lower the needle housing before reattaching, and now all is well again. Thanks for the great video!

[@melodiebrier5162]

Thank You so much for this video. Last time I sent my Brother machine in to be serviced it took 8 weeks and cost more than I originally paid for the machine. Excellent safety tips and precautions in this video.

[@sarahmatic]

Took my machine apart today and cleaned it with your tutorial. It was the most satisfying thing I have ever done! I've sewed over 1,000 masks in the last 3 months and I have the lint ball to prove it! Thanks!

[@BLDR2271]

Came here just to figure out where I needed to oil my machine... 30-something minutes later and I've fully maintenanced it and now it runs like new :) THANK YOU!!

[@teresaminnick5350]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! My husband was able to take this machine apart and clean it out for me. I have had it for years and only cleaned the bobbin compartment myself. I knew it needed a good cleaning and he watched your video and took it all apart and it looked like a mouse made a nest in there!😅 it runs like a dream now! Thanks again for your time to make this AWSOME video!

[@alexdoesthings2875]

This is the most useful tutorial. I follow it every time I clean my machine. Excellent work

[@DurableMemories]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for that fantastic step by step video! I watched it several times. And I'm so glad that you included each and every step up taking it apart as well as putting it back together. You're the best thank you😊

[@LittlehomesteadintheValley]

Thank you so much for this !!!! So helpful! I’m on my second one of these machines and was always told to take it in for services but that would cost more then the machine! So happy to be able to do this on my own!

[@judithshelton5655]

This was absolutely amazing, thank you!! So thorough and easy to follow. I really appreciate the time and care you put into this. Cleaning it myself will save me so much money! I haven't cleaned it since I got it, over 10 years ago.

[@vraifille]

Thank you for the thorough tutorial! My engineer husband was able to take my machine apart, clean it and reassemble it right along with you. He said to tell you thanks for the extra info and explanations--really made it easier to know what to do.

[@kryxena]

You saved my bacon tonight, thank you so much! My machine jammed just before my project was done, turned out it was a thread down below where I couldn't see until I took the front off. Thanks for your excellent video!

[@kryxena]

And a year later you saved me again! Thank you!

[@patriciaryan4505]

This was so very helpful. I managed to unlock my almost new sewing machine with your help. Advise to others, once open, check all moving parts to see if they need lubrication. I had to loosen a few screws that were restricting movement. Thank you very much for posting this.

[@serenabonnema]

I just have to say that your tip about putting the presser foot lever down just helps in general with putting the machine back together. I had opened mine up to clean and didn't pay too much attention closing it back up and had something in that area get misaligned. Lead to not having any tension in my upper thread and anxiety that I had broken my beloved workhorse. Watched your video and opened my machine back up and closed it the way you said to and it works perfectly now. THANK YOU!!

[@TobieLynn]

my machine is cleaned and oiled and the back stitch works again! Thank you so much.

[@genevieveo7292]

Thank you so much for this video!!! This is so awesome and easy to follow. My machine stopped working, and had an E6 error but no thread was tangled. I followed this video and also oiled behind the motherboard. It worked immediately!! Thank you!

[@jonij8010]

Oh my gosh! Thank you so much! Every step helped so much - from getting it apart to making sure the footer sensor was in correctly. We were trying to fix our sewing machine. it broke while making masks for our local hospital for the covid 19. We got it up and running. This was a fantastic service!

[@me2stewart866]

Thank you. Mine was totally locked up. Didn't ever find a specific cause but opening, cleaning, and lubing solved the problem. I'd have tried it on my own as I had nothing to lose, but your video was very helpful about the number and location of screws.

[@rebeccageorge4662]

yay! What a brilliantly clear and helpful tutorial! my machine is so happy and clean!

[@AoKoumori]

Thank you so much for this video! Spent today cleaning and oiling my machine while following along.

[@rachelwest2906]

Thank you so much for this detailed video! In this time of COVID-19 isolation, I am sewing more, and started to have trouble with my machine. And of course the service places are closed right now! But this video is excellent, and will increase my confidence in taking care of my own machine.

[@hannahmcbrayer4097]

Wow!!! I have been so scared to clean and oil my machine myself but after it started squeaking I thought I would give it a try before taking it in and missing it for 7-10 days. This video was fantastic and empowered me to take care of my machine myself. It's as clean as a whistle and working great. Thank you for taking the time to share your expertise!

[@Stephanie-vv1re]

I've relied on this video twice now. It's so good. Great details perfect pace and clear instructions. Highly recommend!

[@melziebelle8384]

I have this machine and got a free one today! It was stated to have tension issues. The tension dial was completely jammed! I took it apart following your video and now put works like a dream!! Thank you so much!!!!!❤🎉

[@danniellaboling3890]

Thank you! I bought my machine at a thrift store and kept getting the E 1 error. All I could find online was that it was a jam somewhere. So i put it aside till I had time to clean it. It's been months, and I finally got the time and courage. Found your video and just finished cleaning it. Putting it back together, can't wait to find my cord so I can test it to see if the issue is resolved. thank you either way. I have a Pfaff 130 that belonged to my great grandmother, I get it cleaned and oil it regularly, but haven't ever attempted a Newer machine. So this was so helpful. Thanks again.

[@katiespurgin6150]

Thank you for such a clear and thorough video! Very helpful with a broken machine and no servicing options available!

[@rachelyoung2101]

This video was amazingly helpful and very informative. Thank you for helping me clean out and fix my machine!

[@shontaebonseigneur2780]

Thanks so very much for doing this. I have 2 of these....little work horses. My babies are running smooth.😊

[@samguffey50]

Thank you so much for 2 things: 1. The disconnection of the electronic wiring, 2. The detailing of the E1 issue! So Please change your video title to include the E1 issue, so others can find help with E1. I have been searching all day to find the answer to why my friend’s Cs6000 is getting an E1 msg. after We’d opened her machine. So glad i watched the entire video. :)

[@sarahbessel7136]

Thanks for your comment! I rewatched the video and was able to solve why I was getting an E1 after putting my machine back together

[@samguffey50]

@@sarahbessel7136 you’re so welcome!

[@ericajoyce-ly4ok]

Thank you so much!!! I needed that tutorial on how to fix the pressure foot when putting the machine back together

[@tkoopmeiners89]

Thank you a very informative video. It is exactly what I needed to clean a machine for that a gal said was done for. A sewing technician had told her that it was not repairable. The only thing I could find wrong was that it was stuck on reverse. I found a video on YT by a certified technician that shows what the issue is for a machine stuck in reverse. So I will check that out. But one thing he said is that there is a screw hole that was covered with a piece of tape (the middle one of the bottom three screws) that should never be removed because it regulates the timing. I see you take it out but it is not recommended by the manufacturer. But again, thank you for the detail. 😊

[@daphnemass-guy5722]

Thanks so much for your help with this. My machine needed servicing and all the places that do this are closed at this time. This was so helpful!!

[@rebeccachappell2294]

Excellent video. Thanks so much. I was afraid to take it apart but this video gave me the confidence to take it apart and clean my machine. It felt like the hand wheel was rubbing or catching on something. Once I gave it a good cleaning, no more issues.

[@periwinklebutterfly]

When you're getting those first screws out at about 2:23, try using a coin. I can never get the correct angle with my screwdriver, and a dime or penny usually works better for me.

[@katiespurgin6150]

This was helpful, thanks!!

[@danniellaboling3890]

Great advice! I found 3 pennies and a nickel in mine, now I can put them to use. 🙄 (toddlers)

[@mgriff6149]

I just improvised with a thin edged metal button. Works well like a coin.

[@mac3081]

Thank you so much! I thought I was going to have to get a new machine, but with your help I was able to fix it

[@clairegirl49]

This 100% helped fix my machine. Thank you!

[@yarndemonNC]

Thank you for posting this! I have never cleaned my machine like this one other than the bobbin area. It was filthy! Sewing better than she has in a while.

[@tealablu3759]

Ty so much!!! I was a bit scared to oil my machine for the first time and this helped me to successfully take it apart and put it back together

[@tywandasmith1590]

Great tutorial! You’re truly a blessing.

[@astoldbycas4966]

I had yet to clean mine since I had bought it. As scary as this video looked having fully opened the sewing machine, it was very easy to clean an put back together! thank you for the tutorial :)

[@mauditore]

Thank you! This and some pics on google images allowed me to find my issue. A seal was rotted. Thank goodness you walked thru what screw went where!

[@sonjaloyd1584]

Wow Thank you so much, I did it step by step. It runs smooth and no more loud sounds Awesome

[@judithshelton5655]

I just followed your instructions and my machine is purring like a kitten! I've never taken apart a machine lake that, it's addicting!

[@resnin8149]

Thanks for all the steps. I have a runway with a little more screws and one,yours don't, by not having a clue, I broke a piece of plastic,but still working. I had a problem and learning how to open, I was able to fix watching another video showing where the problem was. Thanks

[@jobartlett]

Thank you for this video. I'm sewing masks for friends, neighbors and health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. My machine started making worrisome noises and bunching thread. I tried several possible solutions but it looked like it needed servicing. With this video, I was able to clean and oil it myself and now I'm back up and running and sewing masks.

[@carmelleabron4058]

Today is Dec 3, 2021, and I appreciate this video. My problem was making sure the pressure foot was in the correct spot in order to get the pieces back together. Thank you so much for having this video out in KZbin land.

[@VerticalGastricSleeveSuccess]

Just want to say this was VERY helpful and detailed. I just followed right along with you. Thank you!

[@maryrichard967]

Finally a great video on this topic.

[@AnnaleeD]

Thank You!!! This is my backup machine I am gifting to someone. I feel like I’m sending it in top notch shape. Opening it up I found a lot of dirt and some tangled thread.

[@vickiel914]

Perfect. Just what was looking for. I wish I could have seen better where exactly you oiled, but I'll figure it! Great video!

[@nov7nov30]

I said the same thing

[@tkoopmeiners89]

Just look for anything that moves and you will oil it.

[@ShariLeeBeynon]

TYSO MUCH I was able to follow right along with you and my machine is clean and ready to go again. I am so appreciative.

[@djuachon]

Thank you so much. You gave me confidence to clean my sewing machine.

[@kathydoyle4731]

First time I ever took a sewing machine apart! I bought this on Marketplace for a friend who I wanted to surprise. I figured it was dirty...couldn't believe the amount of fuzz, dirt, etc!! I now can't wait to give it to her (after I use it first). Just a couple of things for future. Is there a way to a microphone close to you, sounded very quiet at times and hard to hear. Also, when you were oiling the machine your right arm was in the way and couldn't see where you were putting the oil. Overall, this was super specific from taking apart, using the screws, cleaning and saying what the parts were, vacuuming (I definitely will buy one of these), and putting back together. I will no longer fear the possibility of breaking a sewing machine to clean it!

[@melodywalls4693]

Thank You! O.K. I got it done! It did not work the first time I put it back together. Scary! I took it apart...........Now. Watching the whole video I see that I did not have the presser foot bar Down before putting it together the first time. I'm always amazed at the quietness of brother machines. Mine has Not been quiet from day one.

[@evelinalinardi5473]

Thank you so much!! Everything is well explained, you included all the details. It was very helpful!!

[@donaldbonk5142]

That video was the biggest help. 👌 all I have to do now is get all the screws back where they belong, I think I have them all.

[@irenesedlock1798]

Thank you was sweating taking it apart. But this was awesome great view and basic easy to follow directions. You guys are great.

[@rachelfriedman3609]

Thank you for the most helpful instructions.

[@patriciarice15]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you so much. You are my hero. This help me so much. Forever grateful to you.

[@oliviaalaniz5516]

Thank you so much for this! This makes me feel better about doing a deep clean on my machine! It's starting to get whiny. :(

[@kithansen8685]

Good level of detail and pacing. Thank you.

[@Monheganer]

Very helpful thank you. Worth mentioning: BOBBIN HOLDER only fits one way. There's a small white triangle arrow on it that should be on the right front pointing at a white dot on the machine.

[@maxblackso488]

Wow what an awesome teaching experience. I love this guy!!!😍😍 I have the same machine, struggling all day to figure out why my machine keep skipping stitches and needle breaking, it was dirty. So after watching this video my machine is like new again. Thank you. TO THINK THAT I ALMOST THREW THE MACHINE OFF THE BALCONY 😂😂😂🙈🙈🙈🙈

[@theresamorales470]

Just used your video! Thanks so much! The machine is back to working. I almost missed it but I found a 30 inch piece of thread wound around one of the little axles. !!!

[@mikeandleahhaywood8352]

Yes, thank you for posting a detailed video. Where did you get the attachment for your vacuum? It looks similar to the hose they use to spray for pest control, etc...

[@dorisrich8207]

Thank you for pointing out the difference in the screws and where they go, I had taken mine apart to oil it and clean it, but could not get it to go back together.

[@irmagalindo5985]

Thank you for the video, I resolved the problem my sew machine had.

[@Dirlandaise]

I just bought a used CS 6000i machine and the seller told me that every time he push the pedal, an error code appear E6. Your video will help me a lot with the cleaning and the search for the cause of the issue. Thank you very much !

[@malikakuchkarova6286]

Thank you so much for this video! It helped me a lot.

[@melissaphillips1100]

Thank you so much!!! Greatly appreciate this tutorial!

[@user-ik8yc3zc5o]

Thank you! This was really helpful! I used a penny to get the screws out of the needle plate. It would be nice to see where you're oiling the machine more clearly.

[@SpooniePlusTwo]

This is amazing! Thank you so much!

[@rodrigopineros6016]

How helpful this was thanks a million

[@donnaallen8357]

Just found this video and thanks for the great tutorial. Is there a way to replace the feed dogs? Mine don’t seem to come up far enough anymore and I don’t know if they wear out or if they can be adjusted. Thanks and stay safe!

[@lynnharold6463]

Question - at about 11:15, you are cleaning an area just to the right of the bobbin where there's a small gear. While I was cleaning my machine, it moved and I am not sure I put it back in the original spot. Now my backstitches are much shorter than my forward stitches. Does that gear control backwards stitch length? Do you know how that gear should be set to get it back to its default position? Thanks a bunch for a great video.

[@tripletvn]

Thank you, do you think this might help E6 error? Surprisingly after 10 years, mine looks reasonably clean inside.

[@lizyeffa2372]

Thank you both I’m a sewing novice Picked this up at the goodwill so I’m certain it’s dirty

[@silfnix1971]

Thank you so much for this video, it’s very clear! I recently took my machine apart to clean and oil it because the hand crank and needle wouldn’t budge. It’s working again, but I just noticed that the tension wheel is stuck tight. Thread looks nice on top, but a bit wonky and loose on the bottom for zigzag type stitches. Has this been encountered by anyone else, and have you successfully fixed it? Thanks~

[@pamelaleitman9200]

Do all brother sewing machines get oiled and cleaned? How often is that needed? Also my brother SB3129 is very noisy as it is being turned on. While working it is fine. Its been that way since I bought it. I noticed yours is barely noticeable. Is there anything I can do to reduce that initial noise?

[@michelleandpatch]

Do you know anything about the timing gear on the this model of brother? We are having this issues

[@YogiFlips]

Where did you get the small vacuum attachment? I work on small technical jobs like this a lot and that thing looked handy!

[@aprildansie9946]

Thank you! A nickel works great for those screws on the base plate!

[@cheryljustus1525]

Thank you for the video very helpful

[@carolyndaly5563]

That vacuum attachment is really cool. Are you able to share what it is called and where you got it? Thank you.

[@Kwantifye]

I just purchased one of these and noticed in the manual that we should clean out the bobbin area, but it said never to oil it, as it was done by the manufacturer. Is that correct?

[@kibymcdaniel6928]

Thank you sooooo much!!! God bless you.

[@delta_racer3173]

I cleaned and oiled the ma CJ one today but it is squeaking now. Any idea?

[@janiemelgoza166]

TFS, that was very useful to me.

[@fannym-n6423]

Thank you. It was helpful 👌

[@bon47ful]

Thank you. Very helpful. 💕

[@betimonroy6677]

Gracias gracias 😊 maestro

[@leahr9038]

Ugh I'm so scared to do this, but this is my first sewing machine I've learned to use. I'm still learning and teaching myself, but I'd rather figure all this out on my $150 machine by trial and error instead of paying someone the cost of the machine to fix the issue. Here goes nothing, I guess... Thanks so much for posting this video!

[@Shelekele]

Thank you for this video. I've had this same machine for 3 years, made over 40 lap quilts and love it, it's a workhorse. However few days ago it started "stuttering" and would freeze (only when beginning to sew), I'd get E6 error. It would be fine for a few starts - then loudly gr-gr-gr-gr-gr at a start. I took apart machine, cleaned it out and oiled it. It purrs like new - but unfortunately every 4 to 5 starts ... it still loudly stutters and freezes. I noticed in your video your side hand-wheel turns loosely during maintenance, mine is constantly pretty tight. By any chance, would you have any advice?

[@Shelekele]

Update: I believe I found my problem. I carefully removed that computer board near the hand-wheel and loosed, cleaned and oiled the ball joint behind board and below board. I wiggled and turned the wheel to get the oil in cracks so the hand-wheel moves freely, and now no more stuttering or E6 errors. I sew quite a bit and "really" "really" love this machine. (I probably would have gone out and bought another 6000i if I couldn't fix it) I am very thankful you selflessly took the time to make this video. Thanks again!!!

[@yarnsrj]

@@Shelekele Thank you for mentioning the E6 Error. That's what I'm experiencing now too! Can barely turn that hand wheel so I'm gonna try to move the circuit board out the way so I can follow your steps. Thank you for addressing this issue!

[@Shelekele]

@@yarnsrj hope it works

[@yarnsrj]

@@Shelekele Yes thank you! A lot of elbow grease, but I was able to move those bearings and clean a lot of gunk. Now she's working again!!

[@debquirk2960]

Thank you so much.

[@tlwiez4307]

Does the back stitch not work when you have the needle set to the right position?

[@ejstokes5103]

Improve the camera angles and lighting, please. Review the video to see where your arm blocks the view of what you are oiling. Great to see you handle the board connections to improve the access with the front to the machine away from the work area. This is the only video I have found for the Brother student-level machines. Thank you for your coaching.

[@sarahestes400]

I have this machine, and according to the manual, it should not be oiled, especially by the owner. It states to take it to a service man only if there are difficulties with operation. Believe me, I was relieved to read that. So check your manual for any maintenance!

[@angiez6362]

This is a very good video and very informational. I have already done all the cleaning and oiling and put the machine back together but the stitches are messed up and I can not figure out what I did wrong. Stitches are big, no mater what I do I just can not get it back to normal. Anyone had the same problem?

[@DUFFYSaraxian]

Thank you!