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  • Page 3: Introduction

    Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, has been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
  • Page 4 For repair or adjustment: • If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized Baby Lock retailer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the Instruction and Reference Guide to inspect and adjust the machine yourself.
  • Page 5 • Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. • If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer to obtain the correct lead.

  • Page 6: What You Can Do With This Machine

    WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE Basic operations After purchasing your machine, be sure to read this section first. This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Page B-2 Chapter 1 GETTING READY To learn the operation of the principal parts and the screens...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Sewing INTRODUCTION..........i IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....i WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ..iv Chapter 1 SEWING ATTRACTIVE Basic operations FINISHES Sewing Tips ............2 Trial sewing................2 Chapter 1 GETTING READY Changing the sewing direction..........2 Sewing curves ................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS Decorative sewing Chapter 1 CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHES Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns..2 Selecting stitch patterns ............2 Deleting a pattern..............3 Sewing attractive finishes ............3 Basic sewing ................4 Combining patterns ..............5 Checking the selected pattern..........6 Repeating combined patterns ..........

  • Page 9: Basic Operations

    Basic operations This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Page number starts with “B” in this section. Chapter1 GETTING READY............B-2 Chapter2 STARTING TO SEW ..........B-30...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1 Getting Ready

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions GETTING READY Chapter Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the machine and their functions are described below. Before using the machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts and their locations. Machine ■...

  • Page 11: Needle And Presser Foot Section

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Needle and presser foot section Measurements on the needle plate, bobbin cover (with mark) and needle plate cover The measurements on the bobbin cover are references for patterns with a middle (center) needle position. The measurements on the needle plate and the needle plate cover are references for stitches with a left needle position.

  • Page 12: Operation Buttons

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions Operation buttons Operation panel and operation keys 1 “Start/Stop” button Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop sewing. The machine stitches at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is pressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric.

  • Page 13: Using The Flat Bed Attachment

    Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions D Decorative stitch key Using the flat bed attachment Press to select a decorative stitch. E Utility stitch key Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory Press to select a utility stitch. compartments.

  • Page 14: Included Accessories

    This foot controller can be used on the machine model: BLMPR • The presser foot holder screw is available through your authorized Baby Lock retailer. (Part code: XG1343-001) • The presser foot accessory tray is available, through your authorized Baby Lock retailer. (Part code: XF8650-001)

  • Page 15: Optional Accessories

    ESG-EJF BLMAC-STS Memo • To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. • All specifications are correct at the time of printing. Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice. • A variety of feet are available to enable different types of stitching and finishes. Visit your nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine.

  • Page 16: Turning The Machine On/Off

    If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized Baby Lock retailer for repairs before continuing use. • Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise, a fire may result.

  • Page 17: Turning On The Machine

    Turning the Machine On/Off Turning on the machine Turning off the machine When you are finished using the machine, turn it off. In Make sure that the machine is turned off (the main addition, before transporting the machine to another location, power switch is set to “...

  • Page 18: Lcd

    Viewing the LCD When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on, and the following screen is displayed. The screen is changed using the keys below the LCD. ■ Utility stitch screen ■ Character/Decorative stitch screen (refer to the “Decorative sewing” section) Display Item Name Explanation...

  • Page 19: Adjusting Input Sensitivity For Operation Keys

    Adjust the input sensitivity by pressing the “-” or “+” Adjusting input sensitivity for operation keys key. • The lower the setting, the less sensitive the keys will You can adjust the sensitivity of the operation keys to five be; the higher the setting, the more sensitive the keys levels.

  • Page 20: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Winding/Installing the Bobbin Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin CAUTION Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into place. • Only use the Bobbin (part code: X52800-120) designed specifically for this machine.
  • Page 21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. Memo Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left. • When using the spool as shown below, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.
  • Page 22 Winding/Installing the Bobbin While holding the thread near the spool with your right While holding the thread with your left hand, wind the hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, thread that was pulled out clockwise around the and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover bobbin five or six times with your right hand.

  • Page 23: Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Turn on the machine. Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the shaft. Press the “Start/Stop” button once to start winding the bobbin. When the foot controller is plugged in, press down on the foot controller.
  • Page 24 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Press (Needle position button) once or twice to raise the needle. Memo • The order that the bobbin thread should be Turn off the machine. passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread Raise the presser foot lever.
  • Page 25 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Note • If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension. 1 Tension-adjusting spring Reattach the bobbin cover. Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side.

  • Page 26: Upper Threading

    Upper Threading Upper Threading Turn on the machine. CAUTION Raise the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot. • Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the needle may break.
  • Page 27 Upper Threading Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the spool While holding the thread lightly with your right hand, pin. pass the thread under the thread guide plate, and then pull it up. 1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap Place the spool of thread onto the spool pin.

  • Page 28: Threading The Needle

    Upper Threading Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide. Cut the thread with the thread cutter on the left side of the machine. The thread can easily be slid behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown.

  • Page 29: Threading The Needle Manually (Without Using The Needle Threader)

    Upper Threading Lower the needle threader lever on the left side of the Threading the needle manually (without machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to its original position. using the needle threader) When using specialty thread, such as transparent nylon thread, a wing needle or a twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below.

  • Page 30: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    Upper Threading Reattach the bobbin cover. Pulling up the bobbin thread Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. When making gathers or before free motion quilting, first pull up the bobbin thread as described below.
  • Page 31 Upper Threading Manually thread the left needle with the upper thread. Thread the upper thread in the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded. Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front.
  • Page 32 Upper Threading Press to turn on the twin needle mode. Make sure that appears on the LCD. CAUTION • When using the twin needle, be sure to select the twin needle setting, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged. Start sewing.

  • Page 33: Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

    Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations • Needles that can be used with this machine: Home sewing machine needles (size 65/9 - 100/16) * The larger the number, the larger the needle. As the numbers decrease, the needles get finer. • Thread that can be used with this machine: 30 - 90 weight * Never use thread of 20 weight or lower.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the Needle Replacing the Needle Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is Note extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and • Replace the needle in cases such as the four fragments are dispersed.
  • Page 35 Replacing the Needle Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle. • The needle clamp screw can also be loosened or tightened with the L-shaped (or disc-shaped) screwdriver.

  • Page 36: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot Replacing the Presser Foot Place a different presser foot below the holder so that the presser foot pin is aligned with the notch in the CAUTION holder. • Use the presser foot appropriate for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot, causing the needle to bend or break.

  • Page 37: Removing And Attaching The Presser Foot Holder

    Replacing the Presser Foot ■ Attaching the presser foot holder Note Turn off the machine. • When a stitch is selected, the icon for the presser foot that should be used appears in the screen. Check that the correct presser foot is attached Raise the presser foot lever.

  • Page 38: Chapter 2 Starting To Sew

    Sewing STARTING TO SEW Chapter Sewing CAUTION • While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition, keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle and handwheel, otherwise injuries may occur. •...

  • Page 39: Selecting A Stitch Pattern

    Sewing ■ When selecting from the preset utility stitches Character stitches Since various stitches have been assigned to the numeric There are four character stitch modes: keys, these stitches can be selected simply by pressing the , Gothic font mode designated numeric key.

  • Page 40: Sewing A Stitch

    Sewing Sewing a stitch Memo • The black button on the left side of zigzag foot “J” Turn the main power to ON and press (Needle should be pressed only if the fabric does not feed position button) to raise the needle. or when sewing thick seams.

  • Page 41: Sewing Reinforcement Stitches

    Sewing Cut the threads with the thread cutter on the left side Slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing. of the machine. When using the thread cutter on the left side of the machine or scissors to cut the threads, press (Needle position button) to raise the needle, raise the presser foot, and then pull out the fabric before cutting the threads.

  • Page 42: Automatic Reinforcement Stitching

    Sewing The operation performed when the button is pressed differs Set the fabric in the start position and begin sewing. depending on the selected pattern. Refer to the table in “Automatic reinforcement stitching” on page B-34. Memo • While pressing (Reinforcement stitch button) when sewing character/decorative stitch pattern, you can end sewing with a completed motif...

  • Page 43: Reinforcement Priority

    Sewing Reverse stitch Reinforcement Reverse stitch Reinforcement stitch button button button stitch button When the automatic Machine sews Machine sews When the automatic Machine starts Machine sews 3 - 5 reinforcement reinforcement reinforcement stitching function is reinforcement sewing the stitches reinforcement stitches at the stitches at the...

  • Page 44: Setting The Stitch

    Setting the Stitch Setting the Stitch This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch width and stitch length for each stitch. CAUTION However, you can change their settings or adjust them by following the procedure described in this section. •...

  • Page 45: Setting The Thread Tension

    Setting the Stitch ■ Upper thread is too loose Setting the thread tension If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread is too loose. You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the Tighten the thread tension.

  • Page 46: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions Useful Functions Adjusting the presser foot pressure You can adjust the presser foot pressure (the amount of pressure applied to the fabric by the presser foot) with the presser foot pressure dial. Lower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot. 1 Presser foot lever Turn the presser foot pressure dial at the back of the machine to adjust the pressure of the presser foot.

  • Page 47: Stitch Setting Chart

    Stitch Setting Chart Stitch Setting Chart Applications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed for utility stitches in the following table. Patterns printed on the numeric keys on the machine can be selected directly. For details, refer to “Preset utility stitches” on page B-43.
  • Page 48 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle button Stitch Auto. Auto. number Manual Manual Overcasting Reinforcing of medium, 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Reinforce- stitch heavyweight and easily friable 3.5 - 5.0 0.4 - 5.0 ment...
  • Page 49 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle button Stitch Auto. Auto. number Manual Manual Shell tuck edge Shell tuck edge finish on 4.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Reinforce- stitch fabrics 0.0 - 7.0...
  • Page 50 Stitch Setting Chart Stitch width Stitch length [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Presser Twin Reverse Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle button Stitch Auto. Auto. number Manual Manual Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems 4.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Reinforce- 0.0 - 7.0 0.4 - 5.0 ment (0 - 1/4) (1/64 - 3/16)
  • Page 51 Stitch Setting Chart ■ Preset utility stitches The most frequently used utility stitches have been assigned to the numeric keys. These stitches can be selected simply by pressing the designated key while in the preset utility stitch mode. Stitch name Preset utility Stitch number stitches...
  • Page 52 Stitch Setting Chart B-44...

  • Page 53: Chapter1 Sewing Attractive Finishes

    Sewing This section describes procedures for using the various utility stitches as well as other functions. It provides details on basic sewing in addition to the more expressive features of the machine, such as sewing tubular pieces and buttonholes. Page number starts with “S” in this section. Chapter1 SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHES......

  • Page 54: Sewing Tips

    Sewing Tips SEWING ATTRACTIVE Chapter FINISHES Sewing Tips Trial sewing Sewing curves After you have set up the machine with the thread and needle Sew slowly while slightly changing the sewing direction to appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn, the machine sew around the curve.

  • Page 55: Sewing An Even Seam Allowance

    Sewing Tips ■ Aligning the fabric with a needle plate marking Sewing an even seam allowance The markings on the needle plate show the distance from the needle position of a seam sewn with the straight stitch To sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance (left needle position).

  • Page 56: Sewing Various Fabrics

    Sewing Various Fabrics Sewing Various Fabrics While holding zigzag foot “J” level, push in and hold Sewing thick fabrics the presser foot locking pin (black button on the left side), and lower the presser foot lever. ■ If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot The presser foot lever can be raised to two different positions.

  • Page 57: Sewing Stretch Fabrics

    Sewing Various Fabrics Sewing stretch fabrics Note • The walking foot can only be used with straight First, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without or zigzag stitch patterns. Do not sew reverse stretching the fabric. If the stitching is misaligned, place non- stitches with the walking foot.

  • Page 58: Chapter 2 Utility Stitches

    Basic Stitching UTILITY STITCHES Chapter Basic Stitching Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams. Basic stitching Baste or pin together the fabric pieces. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number Attach zigzag foot “J”. Basting stitch Straight stitch (Left) Select a stitch. Straight stitch (Middle) Lower the needle into the fabric at the beginning of the Straight stitch (Middle)

  • Page 59: Changing The Needle Position

    Basic Stitching ■ Changing the needle position The needle position used as the baseline is different for the straight stitch (left needle position) and the straight stitch (center needle position). 1 Straight stitch (left needle position) 2 Straight stitch (center needle position) When the stitch width of the straight stitch (left needle position) is set to its standard setting (0.0 mm), the distance from the needle position to the right side of the...

  • Page 60: Blind Hem Stitching

    Blind Hem Stitching Blind Hem Stitching Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Use a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm (3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and then baste it. 1 Wrong side of fabric Stitch name Stitch...
  • Page 61 Blind Hem Stitching Slide the item that you wish to sew onto the free arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and then start Memo sewing. • Blind hem stitches cannot be sewn if the left needle drop point does not catch the fold. If the needle catches too much of the fold, the fabric cannot be unfolded and the seam appearing on the right side of the fabric will be very large,...
  • Page 62 Blind Hem Stitching ■ If the needle does not catch the hem fold The needle is too far to the right. Increase the stitch width so that the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. Example: Thick fabric Example: Normal fabric 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric Sew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot...

  • Page 63: Overcasting Stitches

    Overcasting Stitches Overcasting Stitches Sew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying. CAUTION • After the stitch width is adjusted, rotate the Sewing overcasting stitches using handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). overcasting foot “G” Check that the needle does not touch the presser foot.

  • Page 64: Sewing Overcasting Stitches Using Zigzag Foot "J

    Overcasting Stitches Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot Sewing overcasting stitches using the side “J” cutter (sold separately with some models) Using the side cutter, seam allowances can be finished while the edge of the fabric is cut off. Five utility stitches can be used to sew overcasting stitches with the side Stitch name Stitch...
  • Page 65 Overcasting Stitches Position the side cutter so that side cutter pin is aligned Position the fabric so that the right side of the cut is on with the notch in the presser foot holder, and then top of the guide plate and the left side of the cut is slowly lower the presser foot lever.

  • Page 66: Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing

    Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Buttonhole sewing Stitch name Stitch The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 Stitch number inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the Narrow rounded back, as shown below.
  • Page 67 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position and length Attach buttonhole foot “A”. of the buttonhole. Position the upper thread under the presser foot by guiding thread through the hole in the presser foot before attaching the buttonhole foot “A”. Select a stitch.
  • Page 68 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible. Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at the end of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching from being cut. 1 Buttonhole lever 1 Pin The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket Use the seam ripper to cut towards the pin and open on the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 69: Button Sewing

    Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing ■ Changing the density of the stitching Attach buttonhole foot “A”. Adjust the stitch length. Select stitch Adjust the stitch width to the thickness of the gimp thread. Lower the presser foot lever and the buttonhole lever, •...
  • Page 70 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing Adjust the stitch width so that it is the same as the Start sewing. distance between the holes in the button. Set the sewing speed controller to the left (so that the speed will be slow). Place the button in the position where it will be sewn, and lower the presser foot lever.
  • Page 71 Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing ■ Attaching a shank to a button To sew the button with a shank, attach the button with space between it and the fabric, and then wind the thread by hand. This attaches the button securely. Place the button into button fitting foot “M”, and then pull the shank lever toward you.

  • Page 72: Zipper Insertion

    Zipper Insertion Zipper Insertion Press open the seam allowance from the wrong side of the fabric. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number Straight stitch (Middle) J, I * Stitch patterns can be selected directly by pressing the numeric keys on the machine during preset utility stitch mode.

  • Page 73: Inserting A Side Zipper

    Zipper Insertion Select stitch Inserting a side zipper Stitching is visible on only one piece of fabric. Use this type of zipper application for side openings and back openings. CAUTION • When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to select the straight stitch (center needle position), and slowly turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to check that the needle...
  • Page 74 Zipper Insertion Press the seam allowance so that the right side (the side Sew the zipper to the piece of fabric with the extra 3 that will not be stitched) has an extra 3 mm (1/8 inch). mm (1/8 inch), starting from the base of the zipper. 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 3 mm (1/8 inch) Align the zipper teeth with the pressed edge of the...
  • Page 75 Zipper Insertion Topstitch around the zipper. Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the presser foot. 1 Right side of fabric 2 End of zipper opening 3 Reverse stitches 4 Beginning of stitching 5 Basting stitching CAUTION...

  • Page 76: Zipper/Piping Insertion

    Zipper/piping Insertion Zipper/piping Insertion A zipper and piping can be sewn in place. Slide the presser foot over to either the left or right feed dog. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number Straight stitch (Left) * Stitch patterns can be selected directly by pressing the numeric keys on the machine during preset utility stitch mode.

  • Page 77: Inserting A Piping

    Zipper/piping Insertion Topstitch around the zipper. After sewing, turn them over. 1 Stitching 2 Right side of fabric 3 Basting stitching 4 End of zipper opening CAUTION • When sewing, be sure that the needle does not touch the zipper, otherwise the needle may bend or break.

  • Page 78: Sewing Stretch Fabrics And Elastic Tape

    Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape Pin the elastic tape to the wrong side of the fabric. Pin the elastic tape to the fabric at a few points to make sure that the tape is uniformly positioned on the fabric. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number...

  • Page 79: Appliqué, Patchwork And Quilt Stitching

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Place a pattern made of thick paper or stabilizer on the back of the appliqué, and then fold over the seam allowance using an iron. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number Zigzag stitch Quilting appliqué...

  • Page 80: Patchwork (Crazy Quilt) Stitching

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise), Baste or pin along the seam allowance of the fabric and then begin sewing around the edge of the that you wish to piece together. appliqué, making sure that the needle drops just Attach zigzag foot “J”.

  • Page 81: Quilting

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ■ Piecing using the 1/4" quilting foot with guide Topstitching quilting, 1/8 inch Sew with the edge of the fabric aligned with the left side of (sold separately with some models) the presser foot end. This quilting foot can sew an accurate 1/4 inch or 1/8 inch seam allowance.

  • Page 82: Quilting

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Start sewing. Hook the connecting fork of the walking foot onto the needle clamp screw. When the end of the stitching is reached, stop the machine. Sew until the mark at the lower edge of the 1/4" quilting foot aligns with the lower edge of the fabric.

  • Page 83: Free Motion Quilting

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ■ Using the quilting guide (sold separately with ■ Using free motion open toe quilting foot “O”* some models) or quilting foot* Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitches that are * Sold separately with some models. equally spaced.
  • Page 84 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Hold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, and tighten the presser foot holder screw using the CAUTION screwdriver with your left hand. • When using free motion quilting foot “C”, be sure to use the straight stitch needle plate and sew with the needle in middle (center) needle position.
  • Page 85 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Attach free motion quilting foot “C” at the front with After sewing is finished, slide the feed dog position the presser foot holder screw aligned with the notch in switch lever to (to the right as seen from the rear the quilting foot.
  • Page 86 Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Tighten the screw with the included screwdriver. CAUTION • With free motion quilting, control the feeding speed of the fabric to match the sewing speed. If the fabric is moved faster than the sewing speed, the needle may break or other damage may result.

  • Page 87: Satin Stitching Using The Sewing Speed Controller

    Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching Finished project Select stitch While sewing, slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the stitch width. Slide the controller to the left to make the width narrower. Slide the controller to the right to make the width wider.

  • Page 88: Reinforcement Stitching

    Reinforcement Stitching Reinforcement Stitching Reinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve Determine the desired length of the bar tack. holes, inseams and pocket corners. Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot “A” to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) Stitch name Stitch...

  • Page 89: Darning

    Reinforcement Stitching Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible. Darning 1 Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot. 1 Reinforcement stitching 1 Buttonhole lever 2 Bracket Determine the desired length of the darning. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot “A”...
  • Page 90 Reinforcement Stitching Position the fabric so that the needle is 2 mm (1/16 Raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and inch) in front of the area to be darned. then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position. Memo •...

  • Page 91: Eyelet Stitching

    Eyelet Stitching Eyelet Stitching Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn. Use the eyelet punch to cut a hole in the center of the eyelet. Stitch name Stitch Stitch number Eyelet stitch Attach monogramming foot “N”. • When using the eyelet punch, place thick paper or some other protective sheet under the fabric before punching the hole in the fabric.

  • Page 92: Decorative Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Decorative Stitching The utility stitches contain the following decorative Fagoting stitches. Stitching across an open seam is called “fagoting”. It is used on blouses and children's clothing. This stitch is more Stitch name Stitch decorative when thicker thread is used. Stitch number Use an iron to fold the two pieces of fabric along their seams.

  • Page 93: Scallop Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Sew parallel stitching at intervals of 1 cm (3/8 inch). Scallop stitching The wave-shaped repeated pattern that looks like shells is called “scalloping”. It is used on the collars of blouses and to decorate the edges of projects. Attach monogramming foot “N”.

  • Page 94: Shell Tuck Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Shell tuck stitching Joining The gathers that look like shells are called “shell tucks”. They Decorative bridging stitches can be sewn over the seam are used to decorate trims, the front of blouses or cuffs made allowance of joined fabrics. This is used when making a crazy of thin fabrics.

  • Page 95: Heirloom Stitching

    Decorative Stitching Partially removing threads is called “drawnwork”. This gives Heirloom stitching beautiful results with fabrics that have a loose weave. The procedure for creating drawnwork is described below. When sewing with the wing needle, the needle holes are enlarged, creating a lace-like decorative stitch. This is used to ■...
  • Page 96 Decorative Stitching S-44...

  • Page 97: Decorative Sewing

    Decorative sewing This section provides instructions on sewing character stitches and decorative stitches as well as on adjusting and editing them. Page number starts with “D” in this section. The screen display and machine illustration may vary slightly, depending on the machine model. Chapter1 CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHES....

  • Page 98: Chapter 1 Character / Decorative Stitches

    Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns CHARACTER / Chapter DECORATIVE STITCHES Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns ■ When selecting a character stitch Selecting stitch patterns Press repeatedly to display the icon of the desired font. This machine is equipped with the decorative stitches and character stitches.

  • Page 99: Deleting A Pattern

    Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns Deleting a pattern Sewing attractive finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing To remove a selected pattern, press on the operation character/decorative stitches, check the table below for the panel. proper fabric/thread/needle combinations. Note •...

  • Page 100: Basic Sewing

    Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns Basic sewing Memo • When sewing character stitches, the machine Select a decorative/character stitch pattern. automatically sews reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of each character. Attach monogramming foot “N”. Place the fabric under the presser foot, pull the upper thread out to the side, press (Needle position button) to lower needle into fabric and then lower the...

  • Page 101: Combining Patterns

    Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns Use the numeric keys to enter “5”, and then press Combining patterns And add “A” (No. 1) and “F” (No. 6). You can sew names, etc., by combining character stitches. Character stitches and decorative stitches can also be combined.

  • Page 102: Checking The Selected Pattern

    Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns → on the LCD screen turns to , and you can Checking the selected pattern now sew the specified pattern repeatedly. You can check the combined patterns. Press the “-” or “+” key, and confirm the pattern. •...

  • Page 103: Retrieving A Pattern

    Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns Press the “-” or “+” key to adjust the vertical position. Retrieving a pattern Press once or twice until a screen of saved patterns like the one shown below appears. → When a saved pattern is retrieved, the pocket →...
  • Page 104 Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns...

  • Page 105: Appendix

    Appendix This section provides important information for operating this machine. Please read this section to find troubleshooting tips and pointers as well as how to keep your machine in the best working order. Page number starts with “A” in this section. Chapter1 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ..

  • Page 106: Chapter 1 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or CAUTION an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries or an electric shock may occur.
  • Page 107 Care and Maintenance Remove the needle plate cover. • Align the marks. Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then slide it toward you. mark 1 Needle plate cover mark Remove the bobbin case. 3 Bobbin case Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. •...

  • Page 108: Frequent Troubleshooting Topics

    You can solve most problems by yourself. Visit us at Turn off the machine, and then raise the presser foot “ www.babylock.com ”. lever. If the problem persists, contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. Remove the bobbin from the bobbin case. Frequent troubleshooting topics Place the bobbin in the bobbin case so that the thread unwinds in the correct direction.

  • Page 109: Tangled Thread On Wrong Side Of Fabric

    Troubleshooting ■ Remedy/check details Pull the thread to pass it through the slit in the needle plate cover, then cut it with the cutter. Remove the tangled thread, and then correct the upper threading. Remove the tangled thread. If it cannot be removed, cut the thread with scissors.

  • Page 110: Incorrect Thread Tension

    Troubleshooting While holding the thread lightly with your right hand, Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide. pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the The thread can easily be passed behind the needle bar thread behind the thread guide cover and to the front.

  • Page 111: Fabric Is Caught In The Machine And Cannot Be Removed

    The machine needle that should be used depends on the forcefully, contact your nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer. type of fabric sewn and the thread thickness. If a needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are not ■...
  • Page 112 Remove the bobbin case. If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them. If the fabric cannot be removed, even after completing these steps, contact your nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer. Remove any threads in the race and around the feed dogs.
  • Page 113 • Never use bent needles. Bent needles can feed dogs operate correctly. easily break, possibly resulting in injuries. If the needle or feed dogs contact the needle plate, the machine may be malfunctioning; therefore, contact your nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer. Appendix A-9...

  • Page 114: If The Thread Becomes Tangled Under The Bobbin Winder Seat

    Troubleshooting Turn off the machine, and then install the bobbin and presser foot. CAUTION • Refer to “Installing the bobbin” and “Replacing the presser foot” in the “Basic operations” section. • Do not remove the bobbin winder seat even if the thread become tangled under the bobbin Correctly thread the machine.

  • Page 115: Error Message "E06" Appears In The Lcd

    Troubleshooting Hold the thread end with your left hand, and wind off Error message “E06” appears in the LCD the thread clockwise with your right hand as shown below. If the error message “E06” appears in the LCD with the occurrence of one of the following symptoms, follow the procedure below to solve the problem.
  • Page 116 Troubleshooting Set the bobbin in the bobbin case. Thread the machine correctly. • Refer to “Cleaning the race” on page A-2. • For details on threading the machine, refer to “Upper Threading” in the “Basic operations” section. If the needle is bent, replace it with a new one. ■...

  • Page 117: List Of Symptoms

    Check the steps for threading the machine and B-18 rethread the machine. The needle threader hook is bent and does not Contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. – pass through the eye of the needle. The needle threader lever cannot be moved or Contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer.
  • Page 118 There are scratches around the opening in the Replace the needle plate, or consult your needle plate. authorized Baby Lock retailer. There is a notch on the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.
  • Page 119 B-26 There are scratches around the opening in the Replace the needle plate, or consult your authorized Baby Lock retailer. needle plate. There is a notch on the left side of the opening in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.
  • Page 120 Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only B-12 is not used. use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine. There are needle holes or friction scratches in Replace the bobbin case, or consult your the bobbin case. authorized Baby Lock retailer. A-16...
  • Page 121 Presser foot pressure is set incorrectly for Adjust the presser foot pressure with the B-38 fabric. presser foot pressure dial. The feed mechanism is damaged. Contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. – The fabric feeds in the opposite direction. The needle clamp screw is loose.
  • Page 122 Troubleshooting ■ After sewing Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference Upper threading is incorrect. Check the steps for threading the machine and B-18 Thread tension is rethread the machine. incorrect. Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin. (If needle plate was removed, B-15, A-2 reinstall needle plate and tighten screws prior to installing bobbin case.

  • Page 123: Error Messages

    If error message “F**” appears in the LCD while the Contact your nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer. machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning.

  • Page 124: Operation Beep

    Troubleshooting Operation beep Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If an incorrect operation is performed you will hear two or four beeps. ■ If a key is pressed (correct operation) One beep sounds. ■ If an incorrect operation is performed Two or four beeps sound.

  • Page 125: Index

    Index Index Numerics 1/4" quilting foot ............... S-29 Error messages ................. A-19 1/4" quilting foot with guide ............. S-29 Even seam allowance ..............S-3 7 mm satin stitches ..............D-2 Eyelet stitching ................S-39 Accessories Fagoting ..................S-40 included accessories ............... B-6 Feed dog position switch ..........
  • Page 126 Index Side cutter ................S-12 Smocking ................. S-41 Operation beep ................ A-20 Solving operation problems ............A-4 Operation buttons ..............B-4 Spool cap ................ B-2 B-13 Operation keys ................B-4 Spool net .................. B-13 Operation panel ..............B-2 Spool pin .............. B-2 B-12 B-19 Operation problems ..............
  • Page 128 English 888-F11 Printed in Vietnam XG5453-001...

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