Page 2 Trademarks ® FlashFX is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc. ® FlashFX Copyright 1998-2007 Datalight, Inc. U.S.Patent Office 5,860,082/6,260,156 ® FlashFX Pro™ is a trademark of Datalight, Inc. ® Datalight is a registered trademark of Datalight, Inc. Copyright 1989-2007 Datalight, Inc., All Rights Reserved Video powered by Mobiclip™...
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions”, and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference.
Page 4 • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the 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 Baby Lock retailer. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.
Page 5 1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton, Missouri 63026 USA declares that the product Product Name: Baby Lock Sewing Machine Model Number: BLSO This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING LABEL The following warning label is on the included side cutter. Be sure to observe the precaution. CAUTION • When using the side cutter, sew between low and mid-speed and do not touch the knives or operation lever of the side cutter while sewing to avoid equipment damage or injury.
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Page 8: Outstanding Features
OUTSTANDING FEATURES Checking the Needle Location in Edge Sewing the Screen Using the built-in camera, the width of the area from the edge of the fabric to the stitching line can You can check the needle drop position on the be measured and set for edge sewing.
Page 9: Duplicating A Pattern
Using the Built-In Camera to Print and Stitch (Combining the Align the Embroidering Position Embroidery and Printing) Completed embroidery patterns can be combined with printed backgrounds that are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs The embroidering position can easily be aligned can be created by ironing a background onto by using the machine’s built-in camera and the fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, and then...
Page 10: What You Can Do With This Machine
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE Getting Ready Sewing Basics To learn the operation of the principal parts and the To learn how to prepare for sewing and basic sewing screens operations Chapter Chapter Page 11 Page 59 Utility Stitches Character/Decorative Stitches Pre-programmed with more than 100 frequently used...
Page 11: How To Use This Manual
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 explain your sewing machine’s basic operation procedures for someone who is using the sewing machine for the first time. If you want to sew utility stitches or character/ decorative stitches, read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, then go on to Chapter 3 (Utility Stitches) or Chapter 4 (Character/ Decorative Stitches).
Page 12: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ...........i Locking the Screen ............... 74 Checking the Needle Location in the Screen......75 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....i OUTSTANDING FEATURES .........vi Chapter 3 Utility Stitches WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ...viii SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ......78 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ......ix Selecting a Stitch ..............
Page 13 Attaching the Embroidery Unit ..........184 Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit SELECTING PATTERNS........186 EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS...... 260 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT ...... 261 Patterns ................189 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Greek Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns .........
Page 14 CONTENTS...
Page 15: Names Of Machine Parts And Their Functions
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Machine ■...
Page 16: 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 17: Embroidery Unit
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Embroidery Unit Operation Buttons a Carriage The carriage moves the embroidery frame automatically when a “Start/Stop” button embroidering. (page 184) b Release button (located under the embroidery unit) Press this button and the machine will sew a few stitches at a Press the release button to remove the embroidery unit.
Page 18: Using The Flat Bed Attachment
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ Closing the Accessory Case Using the Flat Bed Attachment Fully slide the bar on each side of the accessory case lid to align the notches in Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the the lid with the notches in the bars.
Page 19: Using The Embroidery Unit Carrying Case
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ Using the Accessory Trays Using the Embroidery Unit Two presser foot storage trays are stored in the Carrying Case included accessory case. One is for presser feet for utility sewing, and the other is for presser feet for embroidery and machine quilting.
Page 20 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 75/11 2needles 2.0/11 needle 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) *See Additional Accessories Guide for presser foot instruction. **Included Accessories 46-49 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying case.
Page 21 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Part Name Part Code Part Name Part Code 40 Alternate bobbin case Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) XC3021-051 XC8167-451 (no color) Monogramming foot “N” X53840-351 41 Straight stitch needle plate XE4908-001 3 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051 42 Cord guide bobbin cover XC8449-051...
Page 22: Options
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Part Name Part Code Memo Border embroidery frame • Always use accessories recommended for H 18 cm × W 10 cm BLSO-BF (H 7 inches × W 4 inches) this machine. 2 10 spool stand BLSO-TS •...
Page 23: Using The Spool Stand
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ How to assemble the spool stand Using the Spool Stand Fully extend the telescopic thread guide shaft, and then rotate the shaft until the two The included spool stand is useful when using internal stoppers click into place.
Page 24 NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ How to remove Firmly insert the two spool pins into the two holes in the spool support. From the back of the machine, press in the spool stand latches (one on each side), and then pull the spool stand up to remove it from the machine.
Page 25: Chapter 1 Getting Ready
Chapter Getting Ready TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF....12 LCD SCREEN...........14 ■ Home Page Screen ..............14 ■ Utility Stitch LCD Screen ............15 ■ Key Functions ................16 USB Connectivity.............. 18 ■ Using USB Media or Embroidery Card Reader/ USB Card Writer Module*............18 ■...
Page 26: Turning The Machine On/Off
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF WARNING • Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. • Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power cord receptacle on the machine.
Page 27 TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF Insert the power supply cord into the power cord receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet. a Main power switch b Power supply cord Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn on the machine. a OFF b ON Memo...
Page 28: Lcd Screen
LCD SCREEN LCD SCREEN When the machine is turned on, the opening movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen for the home page screen to be displayed. Touch the LCD screen or a key with your finger or the included touch pen to select a machine function.
Page 29: Utility Stitch Lcd Screen
LCD SCREEN ■ Utility Stitch LCD Screen Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the key. a Shows single or twin needle mode setting, and the needle stop position. Single needle/down position Single needle/up position Twin needle/down position...
Page 30: Key Functions
LCD SCREEN ■ Key Functions Display Key Name Explanation Page Utility stitch key Press this key to select a straight stitch, zigzag stitch, buttonhole, blind hem stitch, or other stitches commonly used in garment construction. Character/Decorative Press this key to select character or decorative stitch patterns. stitch key Screen lock key Press this key to lock the screen.When the screen is locked, the various...
Page 31 LCD SCREEN Display Key Name Explanation Page Reset key Press this key to return the selected stitch pattern saved settings to the default 66-67 settings. Presser foot/Needle Press this key before changing the needle, the presser foot, etc. This key locks 54-57 exchange key all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine.
Page 32: Usb Connectivity
LCD SCREEN USB Connectivity You can perform many functions using the USB ports on the machine. Connect the appropriate devices according to the feature of each ports. a Primary (top) USB port b Embroidery card Reader/USB card writer module* Note •...
Page 33: Connecting The Machine To The Computer
LCD SCREEN ■ Connecting the Machine to the ■ Using a USB Mouse Computer The USB mouse, connected to the sewing machine, can be used to perform a variety of Using the included USB cable, the sewing machine operations in the screens. can be connected to your computer.
Page 34: Clicking A Key
LCD SCREEN ■ Clicking a Key ■ Changing Pages When the mouse is connected, the pointer appears Rotate the mouse wheel to switch through the tabs on the screen. Move the mouse to position the of the pattern selection screens. pointer over the desired key, and then click the left mouse button.
Page 35 LCD SCREEN...
Page 36: Using The Machine Setting Mode Key
LCD SCREEN Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). To display the different settings screens, press for “Sewing settings”, “General settings” or for “Embroidery settings”. Memo •...
Page 37: General Settings
Display the program version. “Version 1” shows the program version of the LCD panel, “Version 2” shows the program version of the machine. Memo • The latest version of software is installed in your machine. Check with your local authorized Baby Lock retailer or at “www.babylock.com” for available updates (see page 331).
Page 38: Embroidery Settings
LCD SCREEN Embroidery settings a Select from among 14 embroidery frame displays (see page 230). b Change the thread color display on the embroidery screen; thread number, color name (see page 229). c When the thread number “#123” is selected, select from six thread brands (see page 229). d Adjust the maximum embroidery speed setting (see page 229).
Page 39: Changing The Pointer Shape When A Usb Mouse Is Used
LCD SCREEN ■ Changing the Pointer Shape When a to choose the pointer USB Mouse Is Used shape from the three settings available In the settings screen, the shape can be selected for the pointer that appears when a USB mouse is connected.
Page 40 LCD SCREEN Press Press o The Sewing settings screen appears. Press Connect the USB media or the computer (using a USB cable) that contains your personal image to the USB port of the o The General settings screen appears. machine. Display 4/7 (page 4 of 7) of the General See page 18 about USB connectivity.
Page 41 LCD SCREEN Press to select the first image. Press when connecting a computer using a USB cable, and then copy your personal images into “Removable Disk”, which appears on the desktop of the computer. o A list of your personal images appear on the screen. Press to delete the selected image.
Page 42: Selecting The Initial Screen Display
LCD SCREEN ■ Selecting the Initial Screen Display to select the setting for the The Initial screen that appears on the machine can initial screen display. be changed. Press o The Sewing settings screen appears. Press Opening Screen: When the machine is turned on, the home page screen appears after the opening movie screen is touched.
Page 43: Choosing The Display Language
LCD SCREEN ■ Choosing the Display Language to choose the display language. Press Choose from the following languages: “English”, o The Sewing settings screen appears. “Deutsch (German)”, “Français (French)”, “Italiano (Italian)”, “Nederlands (Dutch)”, “Español (Spanish)”, “Dansk (Danish)”, “Norsk (Norwegian)”, Press “Suomi (Finnish)”, “Svenska (Swedish)”, “Português (Portuguese)”, “...
Page 44: Changing The Background Colors Of The Embroidery Patterns
LCD SCREEN ■ Changing the Background Colors of Press the Embroidery Patterns In the settings screen, the background colors can be changed for the embroidery pattern and pattern thumbnails. Depending on the pattern color, select the desired background color from the 66 settings available.
Page 45 LCD SCREEN a Pattern thumbnails background b Selected color Press to return to the original screen. Memo • The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off.
Page 46: Using The Sewing Machine Help Key
LCD SCREEN Using the Sewing Machine Help Key Press to open the sewing machine help screen. Three functions are available from the screen shown below. a Press this key to see explanation for upper threading, winding the bobbin, changing the presser foot, preparing to embroider a pattern, and how to use the machine (see page 35).
Page 47: Using The Operation Guide Function
LCD SCREEN Using the Operation Guide Function Press to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Press a key to see more information about that category. displays information about displays information about displays information about the main parts of the machine and their the operation buttons.
Page 48: Using The Sewing Guide Function
LCD SCREEN Example: Displaying information about Read the instructions. upper threading Press to see a video of the displayed Press instructions. Press under movie to go back to the Press beginning. Press to pause. Press restart after pause. Press to close out the movie.
Page 49: Using The Pattern Explanation Function
LCD SCREEN Press Using the Pattern Explanation Function o The advice screen is displayed. If you want to know more about the uses of a stitch pattern, select the pattern and press then to see an explanation of the stitch selection. Note •...
Page 50 LCD SCREEN Press o The screen shows information. Press to return to the original screen. Memo • The settings remain displayed to allow you to fine tune the stitch.
Page 51: Lower Threading
LOWER THREADING LOWER THREADING ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin Winding the Bobbin With this machine, you can wind the bobbin during sewing. While using the main spool pin to sew embroidery, you can conveniently wind the bobbin Press using the supplemental spool pin. in this order to display a video example of bobbin winding on the LCD (see page 34).
Page 52 LOWER THREADING Set the supplemental spool pin in the “up” With your right hand, hold the thread near position. the thread spool. With your left hand, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to pass the thread through the thread guide. a Supplemental spool pin Place the spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that thread...
Page 53 LOWER THREADING Wind the thread clockwise around the Press bobbin 5-6 times. o Bobbin winding starts automatically. The bobbin stops rotating when bobbin winding is completed. The bobbin winding switch will automatically return to its original position. Pass the end of the thread through the guide Note slit in the bobbin winder seat, and pull the •...
Page 54: Using The Spool Pin
LOWER THREADING Cut the thread with cutter and remove the Turn the main power to ON and open the bobbin. top cover. Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the bobbin winder shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft. Memo •...
Page 55: Using The Spool Stand
LOWER THREADING ■ Using the Spool Stand Pass the thread through the thread guide. To wind thread on the bobbin while the spool stand is installed, pass the thread from the spool through the thread guide on the telescopic thread guide, and then wind the bobbin according to steps through of “Using the Supplemental Spool Pin”on...
Page 56: Untangling Thread From Beneath The Bobbin Winder Seat
LOWER THREADING ■ Untangling Thread from Beneath the Cut the thread near the bobbin and hold the thread end with your left hand. Unwind the Bobbin Winder Seat thread counter clockwise near the bobbin If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not winder seat with your right hand as shown passed through the pre-tension disk correctly, the below.
Page 57: Setting The Bobbin
LOWER THREADING Press Setting the Bobbin Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right. Press in this order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. a Bobbin cover CAUTION b Latch...
Page 58 LOWER THREADING Pass the thread through the guide, and then Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the pull the thread out toward the front. bobbin cover (1), and then lightly press down on the right side to close the cover (2).
Page 59: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread
LOWER THREADING Pull up the bobbin thread, pass it under the Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread presser foot and pull it about 100 mm (approx. 3-4 inches) toward the back of the machine, making it even with There may be some sewing applications where you want to pull up the bobbin thread;...
Page 60: Upper Threading
UPPER THREADING UPPER THREADING Turn the main power to ON. Upper Threading Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to Press raise the presser foot. in this order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.
Page 61 UPPER THREADING Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. While holding the thread with both hands, Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that pull the thread up from under the thread the thread unwinds from the front of the guide plate.
Page 62 UPPER THREADING Pass the thread through the needle bar Pull the thread up through the thread cutter thread guide (marked “6”) by holding the to cut the thread, as shown in the thread with both hands and guiding it as illustration.
Page 63: Using The Twin Needle Mode
UPPER THREADING Carefully pull the end of the thread that was passed through the eye of the needle. Note • Some needles cannot be threaded with the If a loop was formed in the thread passed through needle threader. In this case, instead of the eye of the needle, carefully pull on the loop of using the needle threader after passing the thread through to the back of the needle.
Page 64 UPPER THREADING Place the additional spool of thread on the Press and install the twin needle supplemental spool pin, so that the thread (“CHANGING THE NEEDLE” on page 56). unwinds from the front. Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to secure the thread spool.
Page 65 UPPER THREADING Continue threading however do not pass the thread in the needle bar thread guide CAUTION “6” on the needle bar. Thread the needle on the right side. • Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the twin needle. Using the twin needle while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle to break, resulting in damage.
Page 66: Using The Spool Stand
UPPER THREADING • Depending on the size of spool or the amount of Using the Spool Stand thread remaining, choose the appropriate sized spool cap (large or medium). Spool cap (small) cannot be used with the spool cap base. The included spool stand is useful when using thread on spools with a large diameter (cross- wound thread).
Page 67: Using Threads That Unwind Quickly
UPPER THREADING Using Threads that Unwind Note • When using 2 spools of thread, make sure Quickly that both spools are feeding in the same direction. ■ Using the Spool Net • Make sure that the spools do not touch each other, otherwise the thread will not feed off If using transparent nylon monofilament thread, smoothly, the needle may break, or the...
Page 68: Changing The Presser Foot
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION • Always press on the screen before changing the presser foot. If is not pressed and the “Start/Stop” button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury. •...
Page 69: Attaching The Walking Foot
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT Set the operation lever of the walking foot Press to unlock all keys and so that the needle clamp screw is set buttons. between the fork. Position the shank of the walking foot on the presser foot bar. Raise the presser foot lever.
Page 70: Changing The Needle
CHANGING THE NEEDLE CHANGING THE NEEDLE CAUTION • Always press on the screen before changing the needle. If is not pressed and the Start/ Stop button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result.
Page 71 CHANGING THE NEEDLE With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle all the way to the top of the needle stopper (viewing window) in the needle clamp. Use a screwdriver to securely tighten the needle clamp screw.
Page 72: About The Needle
CHANGING THE NEEDLE About the Needle The sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the proper needle for your sewing project will result in a beautiful finish and fewer problems. Below are some things to keep in mind about needles.
Page 73: Chapter 2 Sewing Basics
Chapter Sewing Basics SEWING ....................60 Sewing a Stitch......................60 ■ Using the Foot Controller....................61 Sewing Reinforcement Stitches ................62 Sewing Curves ......................62 Changing Sewing Direction ..................63 ■ Sewing a Seam Allowance of 0.5 cm or Less ..............63 Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics...................63 ■ If the Fabric does not Fit under the Presser Foot .............63 ■...
Page 74: Sewing
SEWING SEWING CAUTION • To avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the machine is in operation. • Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury. •...
Page 75: Using The Foot Controller
SEWING Adjust the sewing speed with the speed control slide. CAUTION You can use this slide to adjust sewing speed during • Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button after sewing. the threads have been cut. Doing so could tangle the thread or break the needle and damage the machine.
Page 76: Sewing Reinforcement Stitches
SEWING Pull the retractable cord out from the foot Sewing Reinforcement Stitches controller to the desired length, and then insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the machine. Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”...
Page 77: Changing Sewing Direction
SEWING Changing Sewing Direction Sewing Heavyweight Fabrics Stop the machine. Leave the needle in the fabric, The sewing machine can sew fabrics up to 6 mm and press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise (approx. 1/4 inch) thick. If the thickness of a seam the presser foot.
Page 78: Sewing Hook-And-Loop Fastener
SEWING ■ If the Fabric does not Feed Sewing Hook-and-Loop Fastener If the fabric does not feed when starting to sew or when sewing thick seams, press the black button on the left side of presser foot “J”. CAUTION Raise the presser foot. •...
Page 79: Sewing Stretch Fabrics
SEWING Sewing Stretch Fabrics First, baste together the pieces of fabric, and then sew without stretching the fabric. In addition, a better result can be achieved by using thread for knits or a stretch stitch. Memo • For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease the pressure of the presser foot (“Using the Machine Setting Mode Key”...
Page 80: Stitch Settings
STITCH SETTINGS STITCH SETTINGS When you select a stitch, your machine automatically selects the appropriate stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tension. However, if needed, you can change any of the individual settings. Note • Settings for some stitches cannot be changed (refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual).
Page 81: Setting The Stitch Length
STITCH SETTINGS Setting the Stitch Length Setting the Thread Tension Follow the steps below when you want to change You may need to change the thread tension, the stitch pattern length. depending on the fabric and thread being used. Follow the steps below to make any necessary changes.
Page 82: Upper Thread Is Too Tight
STITCH SETTINGS ■ Upper Thread is Too Tight ■ Upper Thread is Too Loose If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread is too tight. the fabric, the upper thread is too loose.
Page 83: Useful Functions
USEFUL FUNCTIONS USEFUL FUNCTIONS Set the fabric in the start position and start Automatic Reinforcement sewing. Stitching After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reinforcement stitching function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing.
Page 84: Automatic Thread Cutting
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Set the fabric in the start position and start Automatic Thread Cutting sewing. After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing, and trim the threads at the end of sewing.
Page 85: Using The Knee Lifter
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the Using the Knee Lifter notches in the knee lifter slot on the front of the machine. Insert the knee lifter bar as far as possible. Using the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric.
Page 86: Pivoting
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Note Pivoting • The “Needle Position – UP/DOWN” (3/7 of the settings screen) must be set in the down If the pivot setting is selected, the machine stops position for the pivot function to be with the needle lowered (in the fabric) and the presser foot is automatically raised to an used.
Page 87: Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure)
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Place the fabric under the presser foot with Automatic Fabric Sensor System the needle at the starting point of the stitching, and then press the “Start/Stop” (Automatic Presser Foot button. The machine will begin sewing. Pressure) The thickness of the fabric is automatically detected and the presser foot pressure is automatically adjusted with an internal sensor while sewing, to insure that your fabric is fed...
Page 88: Needle Position - Stitch Placement
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Set “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” to Needle Position – Stitch “ON” or “OFF”. Placement When the “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” is on, the needle will be partially lowered for precise stitch placement and then press the “Needle Position”...
Page 89: Checking The Needle Location In The Screen
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Sew your project. CLOSE Press this key to close the screen. When you are finished sewing, press VIEW ANGLE again to unlock the screen settings. Each press of switches the built-in camera between a front view and an angled top view. CAUTION NEEDLE DROP POSITION •...
Page 90 USEFUL FUNCTIONS...
Page 91: Chapter 3 Utility Stitches
Chapter Utility Stitches SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ......78 Heirloom .................119 ■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) ..........119 ■ Stitch Selection Screens............78 ■ Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1))........119 Selecting a Stitch .............. 79 ■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2))........120 ■ Using the Mirror Image Key ............. 79 One-step Buttonholes ............121 ■...
Page 92: Selecting Utility Stitches
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 6 categories of Utility Stitches. If a page number such as appears, there is more than one stitch selection screen for that category. Straight/Overcasting Decorative Stitches Heirloom Stitches Buttonholes/Bar tacks Multi-directional Sewing Quilting Stitches...
Page 93: Selecting A Stitch
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the Mirror Image Key Selecting a Stitch Depending on the type of utility stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch. Turn the main power to ON and press is lit when you select a stitch, it will be to display the utility stitches.
Page 94: Using The Image Key
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the Image Key Press to change the thread color of You can display an image of the selected stitch. You the stitch on the screen. can check and change the colors of the image of the screen.
Page 95: Saving Your Stitch Settings
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES Specify your preferred settings. Saving Your Stitch Settings The settings for the zigzag stitch width, stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutting, automatic reinforcement stitching, etc., are preset in the machine for each stitch. However, if you have specific settings that you wish to reuse later for a stitch, you can change the settings so that they can be saved for that stitch.
Page 96: Retrieving Saved Settings
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Retrieving Saved Settings Press the numbered key of the settings to be retrieved. Select a stitch. Press to return to the original screen without retrieving settings. Memo • When a stitch is selected, the last settings retrieved are displayed.
Page 97: Sewing The Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES SEWING THE STITCHES Straight Stitches Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Straight stitch (Left) General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reverse stitch is sewn while 0.0 - 7.0 0.2 - 5.0 pressing “Reverse/...
Page 98 SEWING THE STITCHES Select a stitch. Press the “Start/Stop” button to sew forward. a Reverse stitches o The machine will begin sewing slowly. CAUTION • Be sure the needle does not strike a basting pin, or any other objects, during sewing. The Attach presser foot “J”.
Page 99: Changing The Needle Position (Left Or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only)
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Changing the Needle Position (Left ■ Aligning the Fabric with a Mark on or Middle Needle Position Stitches the Needle Plate or Bobbin Cover Only) (with Mark) When you select left or middle needle position While sewing, align the edge of the fabric with the 16 mm (approx.
Page 100: Aligning The Fabric With The Vertical Stitch Alignment "V" Foot
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Aligning the Fabric with the Vertical Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then slide it toward you. Stitch Alignment “V” Foot Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric aligned with a desired position of markings on the vertical stitch alignment “V”...
Page 101: Basting
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Basting Insert the bobbin case in its original position, and then attach the needle plate Select and attach presser foot “J”. cover. After reinstalling the needle plate cover, Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” select any of the straight stitches. button to sew reinforcement stitches, then continue sewing.
Page 102: Dart Seam
SEWING THE STITCHES Iron the dart to one side so that it is flat. Dart Seam Select and attach presser foot “J”. Sew a reverse stitch at the beginning of the dart and then sew from the wide end to the other end without stretching the fabric.
Page 103: Flat Fell Seam
SEWING THE STITCHES Pull the bobbin and upper threads out by Flat Fell Seam 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) (see page 45). Use for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly. Select and attach presser foot “J”. Sew the finish line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the side on which the flat fell seam will lie.
Page 104: Pintuck
SEWING THE STITCHES Fold the longer seam allowance around the Sew a straight stitch along the fold. shorter one, and sew the edge of the fold. When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitching are preset, reinforcement stitches will be sewn automatically at the beginning of sewing.
Page 105: Zigzag Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches Zigzag stitches are useful for overcasting, appliqué, patchwork, and many other applications. Select a stitch, and attach presser foot “J”. If the stitch which you select has a double mark “ ” at the top of the key display, you can sew reverse stitches by holding the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch”...
Page 106: Patchwork (For Crazy Quilt)
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt) Snap the cord guide bobbin cover into place, making sure that the gimp thread can Turn back the desired width of fabric and position it be fed freely. over the lower fabric, then sew so that the stitch bridges both pieces of fabric.
Page 107: Elastic Zigzag Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES Elastic Zigzag Stitches Use elastic zigzag stitches for tape attaching, overcasting, darning, or a wide variety of other uses. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual 2 steps elastic...
Page 108: Overcasting
SEWING THE STITCHES Overcasting Use for the edge of seams in skirts or trousers, and the edge of all cuttings. Use presser foot “G”, presser foot “J”, or the side cutter attachment depending on the kind of overcasting stitch you select. ■...
Page 109: Overcasting Using Presser Foot "J
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J” Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Overcasting stitch Reinforced seaming of stretch 0.0 - 7.0 0.5 - 4.0 fabric (3/16) (0 - 9/32)
Page 110: Overcasting Using The Side Cutter
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabric. CAUTION • Recommended stitches are noted “S” in the lower right corner, therefore sure to only select one of these stitches listed below.
Page 111 SEWING THE STITCHES Position the side cutter so that the side Position the fabric so that the right side of cutter pin is aligned with the notch in the the cut is on top of the guide plate and the presser foot holder, and then lower the left side of the cut is underneath the presser presser foot.
Page 112: When Sewing Straight Stitches While Using The Side Cutter
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ When Sewing Straight Stitches Lower the presser foot and start. While Using the Side Cutter The seam margin should be approximately 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch). o A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn. CAUTION a Seam margin •...
Page 113: Quilting
SEWING THE STITCHES Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find it convenient to use the knee lifter and foot controller to free your hands for other tasks (“Using the Foot Controller”...
Page 114 SEWING THE STITCHES Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Quilting stippling Background quilting 7.00 1.00 - 7.0 1.0 - 4.0 (1/4) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/16 - 3/16) Overcasting stitch Stretch knit seam 5.00...
Page 115 SEWING THE STITCHES Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Piecing stitch (Left) Piecework/patchwork 6.5 0.0 - 7.0 0.2 - 5.0 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) left (1/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16) (1/64 - 3/16)
Page 116: Piecing
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Piecing ■ Quilting Sewing two pieces of fabric together is called Sewing the quilt top, batting, and backing together is piecing. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make called quilting. You can sew the quilt with the sure the seam allowance is 6.5 mm (approx.
Page 117: Appliqué
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Appliqué Select and attach presser foot “J”. Trace the pattern onto the appliqué fabric and then cut around it, leaving a 3 to 5 mm Use the quilting appliqué stitch to attach (approx. 1/8 to 3/16 inch) seam allowance. the appliqué.
Page 118: Quilting With Satin Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES You can use the appliqué technique to attach Press to use the speed control slide appliqué designs like the three pictured below. to control the stitch width. Set the width control to “ON”. a Dresden plate b Stained glass c Sunbonnet sue ■...
Page 119: Free Motion Quilting
SEWING THE STITCHES Example: Changing the width Memo • When starting to sew, the internal sensor detects the thickness of the fabric, and the quilting foot is raised to the height specified in the machine settings screen. Press to display “Free Motion Foot Height”...
Page 120 SEWING THE STITCHES Remove the presser foot holder (see page Press to set the machine to free motion 55). sewing mode. Attach free motion quilting foot “C” at the front with the presser foot holder screw aligned with the notch in the quilting foot. a Presser foot holder screw b Notch Note...
Page 121 SEWING THE STITCHES Using free motion Open Toe Quilting Foot “O” Press to cancel the free motion sewing The free motion open toe quilting foot “O” is used mode. for free motion quilting with zigzag or decorative stitches or for free motion quilting of straight lines on →...
Page 122: Echo Quilting Using The Free Motion Echo Quilting Foot "E
SEWING THE STITCHES Select a stitch. Use both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a consistent pace in order to sew uniform stitches Memo roughly 2.0-2.5 mm (approx. 1/16 - 3/32 • When stitch Q-01 or 1-31 is selected, free inch) in length.
Page 123 SEWING THE STITCHES Follow the steps on page 54 “Removing the Presser Foot” to remove the presser foot. CAUTION • With free motion quilting, control the feeding Remove the presser foot holder (see page speed of the fabric to match the sewing speed. 55) and the screw.
Page 124 SEWING THE STITCHES Using the measurement on the quilting foot as a guide, sew around the motif. a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) Finished project Press to cancel the free motion sewing mode. o Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the feed dogs.
Page 125: Blind Hem Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES Blind Hem Stitches Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual...
Page 126 SEWING THE STITCHES Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the Position the fabric with the edge of the fabric with the wrong side facing up. folded hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. Seen from the side a Wrong side of fabric a Wrong side of fabric...
Page 127: Appliqué
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ If the Needle Catches Too Much of Appliqué the Hem Fold The needle is too far to the left. Use a temporary spray adhesive, fabric glue Press to decrease the stitch width so that the or a basting stitch to attach the appliqué to needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.
Page 128: Shelltuck Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Appliqué Sharp Curves Shelltuck Stitches Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foot and turn Shelltuck stitches give an attractive appearance of the fabric a little bit at a time while sewing for an shells along the curve of a collar.
Page 129: Scallop Stitches
SEWING THE STITCHES Attach presser foot “J”. Set the needle drop Scallop Stitches point slightly off the edge of the fabric, and start sewing. This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of blouse collars and handkerchiefs or use it as a hem accent.
Page 130: Crazy Quilting
SEWING THE STITCHES Crazy Quilting Smocking Stitches For a decorative look called “Crazy Quilting”, the Use smocking stitches for decorative sewing on following stitches can be sewn on top of a pressed clothes, etc. seam allowance. Select a straight stitch and attach presser Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “J”.
Page 131: Fagoting
SEWING THE STITCHES Sew the spaces between the straight seams. Attach presser foot “J”. Align the center of the presser foot with the middle of the space between the fabrics and begin sewing. Pull out the straight stitch threads. a Basting stitches Memo •...
Page 132 SEWING THE STITCHES Sew two rows of straight stitches on the Sew over the tape (or elastic). right side of the fabric, then pull the bobbin thread to create the necessary gather. Memo • Before sewing the straight stitch, rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and pull up the bobbin thread.
Page 133: Heirloom
SEWING THE STITCHES Start sewing. Heirloom Example: Illustration of finished product ■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) Use for sewing tablecloths, decorative hems, and decorative stitching on shirt fronts. Memo • Use a light to medium weight homespun fab- ric with a little stiffness. Insert a type 130/705H, size 100/16 Wing needle.
Page 134: Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2))
SEWING THE STITCHES Sew the decorative stitch in the center of Press to create a mirror image of the the five threads created above. stitch. Match beginning needle drop points on the opposite edge of the open area to keep the stitching symmetrical.
Page 135: One-Step Buttonholes
SEWING THE STITCHES One-step Buttonholes With one-step buttonholes, you can make buttonholes appropriate to the size of your button. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Narrow rounded Buttonhole on light to medium 3.0 - 5.0 0.2 - 1.0...
Page 136 SEWING THE STITCHES One-step buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below. a Reinforcement stitching Select a buttonhole stitch, and attach Pull out the button holder plate on the buttonhole foot “A”. presser foot, and insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole.
Page 137 SEWING THE STITCHES Note Memo • Pass the thread underneath the presser • If automatic thread cutting is turned on foot. before you start sewing, both threads are automatically cut after the reinforcement • Slide the outside frame of the buttonhole stitches are sewn.
Page 138: Sewing Stretch Fabrics
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics ■ Odd Shaped Buttons/Buttons that do Not Fit into the Button Holder Plate When sewing on stretch fabric with Use the markings on the presser foot scale to set the size of the buttonhole. One mark on the presser foot sew the buttonhole stitches over a gimp thread.
Page 139: Four-Step Buttonholes
SEWING THE STITCHES Four-step Buttonholes You can sew 4-step buttonholes using the following 4 stitches together. You can sew any desired length for the buttonhole when using 4-step buttonholes. 4-step buttonholes are a good option when attaching oversize buttons. Note •...
Page 140 SEWING THE STITCHES Attach monogramming foot “N”, and select Select stitch to sew the right side of stitch to sew the left side of the the buttonhole, and press the “Start/Stop” button to begin sewing. buttonhole. Sew the right side of the buttonhole and press the “Start/Stop”...
Page 141: Darning
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Darning Use darning stitches for mending and other applications. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Darning Darning medium weight fabric 2.5 - 7.0 0.4 - 2.5 (1/4) (3/32 - 1/4)
Page 142 SEWING THE STITCHES Check that the needle drops at the desired Gently hold the end of the upper thread, position and lower the presser foot, making and then press the “Start/Stop” button to sure the upper thread passes underneath start the machine. the buttonhole foot.
Page 143: Bar Tacks
SEWING THE STITCHES Bar Tacks Use bar tacks to reinforce areas that will be subject to strain, such as pocket corners. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Bar tack Reinforcement at opening of...
Page 144: Bar Tacks On Thick Fabrics
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics Lower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the Place a piece of folded fabric or cardboard beside buttonhole foot. the fabric being sewn to level the buttonhole foot and allow for easier and even feeding.
Page 145: Button Sewing
SEWING THE STITCHES Button Sewing Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached, using the machine. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Button sewing Attaching buttons 2.5 - 4.5 —...
Page 146: Attaching 4 Hole Buttons
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Attaching 4 Hole Buttons Sew the two holes closest to you. Then raise the presser foot and move the fabric so that the needle goes into the next two holes, and sew them in the same way. ■...
Page 147: Eyelet
SEWING THE STITCHES Eyelet Use this stitch for making belt holes and other similar applications. Stitch width Stitch length Presser Twin [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Stitch Stitch name Applications foot needle Auto Manual Auto Manual Eyelet For making eyelets, holes on 7.0 6.0 5.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 belts, etc.
Page 148: Multi-Directional Sewing (Straight Stitch And Zigzag Stitch)
SEWING THE STITCHES Select and attach monogramming foot Multi-directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) “N”. Use these stitch patterns to attach patches or emblems to pant legs, shirt sleeves, etc. Remove the flat bed attachment to use the free-arm. Memo •...
Page 149: Zipper Insertion
SEWING THE STITCHES Select and sew seam “2” as shown. Zipper Insertion The fabric will move sideways, guide the fabric by ■ Centered Zipper hand to keep sewing straight. Use for bags and other such applications. Select Select and sew seam “3” as shown. Memo •...
Page 150: Inserting A Side Zipper
SEWING THE STITCHES Press the seam allowance open and attach Topstitch 7 to 10 mm (approx. 1/4 to the zipper with a basting stitch in the 3/8 inch) from the seamed edge of the middle of each side of the zipper tape. fabric, then remove the basting.
Page 151 SEWING THE STITCHES Attach presser foot “J” and sew straight Align the right side of the pin in zipper foot stitches up to the zipper opening. Change to “I” with the presser foot holder, and attach a basting stitch and sew to the top of the the presser foot.
Page 152: Edge Sewing
SEWING THE STITCHES Close the zipper, turn the fabric over, and Open the zipper and sew the rest of the sew a basting stitch. seam. a Front of the skirt (wrong side of fabric) b Basting stitches c Front of the skirt (right side of fabric) a Basting stitches d Back of the skirt (right side of fabric) b 7 to 10 mm (approx.
Page 153 SEWING THE STITCHES Attach the vertical stitch alignment foot Note “V”. • Clean stitching cannot be sewn if this function is used when the edge of the fabric has corners as shown below. CAUTION • When edge sewing with the built-in camera, be sure to use the vertical stitch alignment foot “V”.
Page 154 SEWING THE STITCHES Place the edge sewing sheet on top of the Press needle plate cover. Align the guides on the edge sewing sheet with the sides of the needle plate cover, and then adjust the position of the edge sewing sheet so that its cutout aligns with the edges of the opening for the feed dogs.
Page 155 SEWING THE STITCHES Check that the built-in camera is correctly Note detecting the fabric. • Before pressing , install the vertical Press to change the colors of the fabric edge stitch alignment foot “V” and position the indicator line and starting point according to the edge sewing sheet;...
Page 156 SEWING THE STITCHES When the Built-In Camera Can Detect the Edge of When the Fabric Edge Indicator Line Is Not the Fabric Aligned With the Edge of the Fabric The fabric edge indicator line appears correctly The fabric edge indicator line that appears is not following the edge of the fabric.
Page 157 SEWING THE STITCHES While checking the screen for the distance from the fabric edge to the edge sewing Note • Distances between 1.5 mm (about 1/16 position, move the fabric to the desired inch) and 38.5 mm (about 1-1/2 inches) can position.
Page 158 SEWING THE STITCHES Press the “Start/Stop” button to start edge When sewing is between 1 and 2 cm (about sewing. 3/8 and 3/4 inch) from the edge of the o Sewing starts with the set distance to the edge of the fabric, sewing stops automatically and the fabric maintained.
Page 159: Chapter 4 Character/Decorative Stitches
Chapter Character/Decorative Stitches SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS....................146 ■ Stitch Selection Screens............................147 Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/ Cross Stitch/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns ......................148 Alphabet Characters ..............................148 ■ Deleting Characters............................. 150 ■ Adjusting the Character Spacing.......................... 150 SEWING STITCH PATTERNS ....................152 Sewing Attractive Finishes .............................
Page 160: Selecting Stitch Patterns
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Press , then to display the screen below. a Decorative stitch patterns b 7mm decorative stitch patterns. You can set stitch length and width. c Satin stitch patterns d 7mm satin stitch patterns. You can set stitch length and width. e Cross stitch f Utility decorative stitch patterns g Alphabet characters (gothic font)
Page 161: Stitch Selection Screens
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 9 categories of Character/Decorative stitch patterns. If a page number such as appears, there is more than one stitch selection screen for that category. Decorative Stitch Patterns 7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns Satin Stitch Patterns 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Cross Stitch...
Page 162: Cross Stitch/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Selecting Decorative Stitch Pat- Alphabet Characters terns/7mm Decorative Stitch Pat- Example: Entering “Blue Sky”. terns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/ Press to select a font. Cross Stitch/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns Select the category of the pattern you want to sew.
Page 163 SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Press to enter a space. Press and then enter “B”. Press again and enter “S”. Press and then enter “lue”. a Jumping stitch Remove the jumping stitches after sewing.
Page 164: Deleting Characters
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Select the correct character. Press and then enter “ky”. ■ Adjusting the Character Spacing If you want to continue entering characters in a The space between the characters can be adjusted. different font, press , and then repeat from step Press ■...
Page 165 SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Press to adjust character spacing. Press to increase the character spacing and press to decrease the character spacing. Example: Each setting equals a specific distance between characters. Value 0.18 0.36 0.54 0.72 1.08 1.26 1.44 1.62 Memo •...
Page 166: Sewing Stitch Patterns
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Sewing Attractive Finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing character/decorative stitches, check the table below for the proper fabric/needle/thread combinations. Note • Other factors, such as fabric thickness, stabilizer material, etc., also have an effect on the stitch, so you should always sew a few trial stitches before beginning your project.
Page 167: Making Adjustments
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Memo Note • If the fabric is pulled or pushed during sew- • When sewing some patterns, the needle will ing, the pattern may not turn out correctly. temporarily pause in the raised position Also, depending on the pattern, there may while the fabric is fed due to the operation of be movement to the left and right as well as the needle bar separation mechanism which...
Page 168 SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Attach monogramming foot “N” and sew If the pattern is bunched: the pattern. Press in the “Fine Adjust Verti.” display. o The displayed value increases each time the button is pressed and the pattern will lengthen. If the pattern has gaps: Press in the “Fine Adjust Verti.”...
Page 169: Editing Stitch Patterns
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS EDITING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Key Functions You can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make patterns larger or smaller, make mirror images, etc. Note • Some editing functions cannot be used with certain stitch patterns. Only the functions for the displayed keys are available when a pattern is selected.
Page 170 EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Display Key Name Explanation Page Pattern display size Show the approximate size of the pattern selected. : Nearly the same size as the sewn pattern : 1/2 the size of the sewn pattern : 1/4 the size of the sewn pattern The actual size of the sewn pattern may differ depending on the type of fabric and thread that is used.
Page 171: Changing The Size
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Changing the Size Select a stitch pattern, then press to change the size of the stitch pattern. The stitch pattern will be sewn in the size highlighted on the key. Memo • If you continue entering stitch patterns after changing the size, those patterns will also be sewn in that size.
Page 172: Creating A Horizontal Mirror Image
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Creating a Horizontal Mirror Changing Thread Density Image (for Satin Stitch Patterns Only) To create a horizontal mirror image, select a stitch After selecting a satin stitch pattern, press pattern then press select your preferred thread density. Sewing a Pattern Continuously Press to select continuous sewing or single...
Page 173: Returning To The Beginning Of The Pattern
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Returning to the Beginning of the Memo • If this key is pressed when sewing is Pattern stopped, patterns can be added at the end of a combined stitch pattern. (In this exam- ple, “!” is added.) When sewing character/decorative stitches, you can return to the beginning of the pattern after trial sewing or when the stitching is sewn incorrectly.
Page 174: Checking The Image
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Press to display the enlarged image. Checking the Image You can display an approximate size image of the selected stitch pattern. You can also check and change the colors of the image on the screen. Press a Displays the approximate size of the pattern to view any part of the image that extends out of the viewable display area.
Page 175 EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Press to return to the original screen. Memo • You can also sew from this screen when the presser foot symbol is displayed. • Image of some patterns will display in default size only.
Page 176: Combining Stitch Patterns
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches or satin stitches. You can also combine stitch patterns of different sizes, mirror image stitch patterns, and others. Before Combining Single stitch sewing is automatically selected for sewing combined patterns.
Page 177 COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Press Select o The display returns to the stitch selection screen. Press Press to sew the pattern continuously.
Page 178: Combining Large And Small Stitch Patterns
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Press Press again, then press to select the small size. Memo • Patterns are deleted individually starting with the last pattern entered by pressing o The pattern is displayed in a smaller size. Press to sew continuously. Combining Large and Small Stitch Patterns Example:...
Page 179: Combining Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Press Combining Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns Example: Press o The entered pattern is repeated. Combining Stitch Patterns of Press again, then press Different Length Example: Press , then press once. o The length of the image is set to o The pattern is flipped along a vertical axis.
Page 180: Making Step Stitch Patterns (For 7Mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only)
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Select again, then press 3 times. Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) You can use the keys with 7mm satin stitch patterns to create a step effect. Stitch patterns sewn so that they create a step effect are called step stitch patterns.
Page 181 COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Press Press Press o The next stitch pattern will move to the right. Press again. o The entered pattern is repeated. Press o The next stitch pattern will move to the left.
Page 182: More Examples
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS ■ More Examples Press Press Press Press...
Page 183: Using The Memory Function
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Stitch Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using stitch data other than that created and saved in this machine. ■ Types of Stitch Data that can be Used • In the Character/Decorative Stitch memory, “.pmx” and “.pmu” stitch data files can be used with this machine.
Page 184: Trademarks
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ Trademarks • Secure Digital (SD) Card is a registered trademark or a trademark of SD Card Association. • CompactFlash is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sandisk Corporation. • Memory Stick is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sony Corporation. •...
Page 185: Saving Stitch Patterns In The Machine's Memory
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s Memory Press to return to the original screen without saving. You can save often used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory. A total of about 1 MB of stitch patterns can be saved in the machine's memory.
Page 186: If The Memory Is Full
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ If the Memory is Full Choose a stitch pattern to delete. If the following screen appears while you are trying to save a pattern on the machine’s memory, the Press if you decide not to delete the stitch memory is too full to hold the currently selected pattern.
Page 187: Saving Stitch Patterns To Usb Media
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Saving Stitch Patterns to USB If you decide not to delete the stitch pattern, press Media When sending stitch patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine’s top USB port. Memo •...
Page 188 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Insert the USB media into the primary (top) Press USB port on the machine. Press to return to the original screen without saving. a Primary (top) USB port for media b USB media Note • The processing speed may vary by port selection and quantity of data.
Page 189: Saving Stitch Patterns In The Computer
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Saving Stitch Patterns in the Computer Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the stitch patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved in the “Removable Disk” folder in your computer.
Page 190: Retrieving Stitch Patterns From The Machine's Memory
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Select the stitch pattern’s .pmx file and Choose a stitch pattern to retrieve. copy the file to the computer. If the entire saved stitch pattern is not displayed, press the thumbnail. Press to return to the original screen without saving.
Page 191: Recalling From Usb Media
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press when there is a subfolder to Recalling from USB Media sort two or more stitch patterns to USB media, the stitch pattern in the subfolder is You can recall a specific stitch pattern from either displayed.
Page 192: Recalling From The Computer
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press the key of the stitch pattern you want Recalling from the Computer to recall. Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine (see page 175). On the computer, open “Computer (My computer)”...
Page 193 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Press Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the “Removable Disk” folder in your computer. o The stitch patterns in the computer are displayed on the selection screen. Press the key of the stitch pattern you want to recall.
Page 194 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION...
Page 195: Chapter 5 Embroidery
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ....225 ■ Copyright Information..............186 ■ Pattern Selection Screens ..............187 Adjusting Thread Tension ............225 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Greek ■ Correct Thread Tension..............225 ■ Upper Thread is Too Tight ...............225 Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery ■...
Page 196: Before Embroidering
BEFORE EMBROIDERING BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroidery Step by Step Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step 9 Step 6, 8 Step 3 Step 4 Step 1, 2 Step 7 Step 5 Step # Action Page Presser foot attachment Attach embroidery foot “W”.
Page 197: Attaching Embroidery Foot "W
BEFORE EMBROIDERING Push the black button on the presser foot Attaching Embroidery Foot “W” holder and remove the presser foot. Press in this order to display a video example of attaching embroidery foot “W” (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.
Page 198: Attaching The Embroidery Unit
BEFORE EMBROIDERING Hold the embroidery foot in place with Note your right hand, and then use the included • You can also sew utility/decorative stitches screwdriver to securely tighten the presser with the embroidery unit attached. Touch foot holder screw. .
Page 199: Removing The Embroidery Unit
BEFORE EMBROIDERING Turn the main power to ON. Hold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine. o The following message will appear. Press o The carriage will move to the initialization position. a Release button CAUTION ■...
Page 200: Selecting Patterns
Once the machine has finished the initialization and the carriage has moved to the start position, the pattern type selection screen will display. If another screen is displayed, press , then to display the screen below. a Baby Lock “Exclusives” b Embroidery patterns Memo • A key that appears stacked, such as c Alphabet characters...
Page 201: Pattern Selection Screens
SELECTING PATTERNS ■ Pattern Selection Screens There are 7 categories of patterns in this machine. If a page number such as appears, there is more than one pattern selection screen for that category. Embroidery patterns Alphabet characters Floral alphabet patterns Greek alphabet patterns Frame patterns Utility embroidery patterns...
Page 202 SELECTING PATTERNS Flower designs Baby Lock “Exclusives” Lace designs Borders designs Quilting designs Occasions designs Children designs Animals designs Appliqué designs Novelty designs Nancy designs...
Page 203: Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock "Exclusives"/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns
Press to create a mirror image of the Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ pattern as needed. Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Greek If a mistake has been made when selecting the Alphabet Patterns/Floral pattern, press the key of the pattern you want to embroider and the new selection appears.
Page 204: Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns
SELECTING PATTERNS Proceed to “VIEWING THE SEWING Press the key of the font you want to SCREEN” on page 195 to embroider the embroider. pattern. To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press Press to change the selection screens. Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns Example: Entering “Blue Sky”.
Page 205 SELECTING PATTERNS Press and then enter “B”. Press to enter a space. If you want to change the size of a character, select Press again and enter “S”. the character and then press to change the size. The size changes each time you press the key, from large to medium to small.
Page 206 SELECTING PATTERNS Proceed to “VIEWING THE SEWING Press and then enter “ky”. SCREEN” on page 195 to embroider the pattern. To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press Press o The sewing screen is displayed.
Page 207: Selecting Frame Patterns
SELECTING PATTERNS Press Selecting Frame Patterns Press Press the key of the frame shape you want to embroider in the top part of the screen. o The sewing screen is displayed. Proceed to “VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN” on page 195 to embroider the pattern.
Page 208: Selecting Patterns From Embroidery Cards
SELECTING PATTERNS Insert the card completely into the card Selecting Patterns from Reader/USB card writer module*. Embroidery Cards Insert the embroidery card so that the end with a printed arrow is facing up. ■ About Embroidery Card Reader (Sold Separately) and USB Card Writer Module* •...
Page 209: Viewing The Sewing Screen
VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN a Shows the presser foot code. Attach embroidery foot “W” for all embroidery projects. When the foot presser symbol is displayed on the screen, you are able to sew. b Shows the boundary for embroidering with the extra large frame (30 cm u 20 cm (approx. 12 inches u 8 inches)). c Shows a preview of the selected pattern.
Page 210: Key Functions
VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN ■ Key Functions Using these keys, you can change the size of the pattern, rotate the pattern, etc. Display Key Name Explanation Page Image key Press this key for a preview of the sewn image. Arrow keys Press an arrow key to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow.
Page 211: Preparing The Fabric
PREPARING THE FABRIC PREPARING THE FABRIC CAUTION • Use fabrics with a thickness of less than 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch). Using fabrics thicker than 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) may cause the needle to break. • When using layers with thicker batting etc., you can sew more attractive embroidery by adjusting the embroidery presser foot height in the embroidery settings screen (see below).
Page 212 PREPARING THE FABRIC Iron the iron-on stabilizer material to the wrong side of the fabric. a Fusible side of stabilizer b Fabric (wrong side) Memo • When embroidering on thin fabrics such as organdy or lawn, or on napped fabrics such as towel or corduroy, use water soluble sta- bilizer (sold separately) for best results.
Page 213: Hooping The Fabric In The Embroidery Frame
PREPARING THE FABRIC Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ■ Types of Embroidery Frames Extra Large Quilt Medium Small Embroidery field Embroidery field Embroidery field Embroidery field 30 cm × 20 cm 20 cm × 20 cm 10 cm × 10 cm 2 cm ×...
Page 214: Inserting The Fabric
PREPARING THE FABRIC ■ Inserting the Fabric Slightly tighten the frame adjustment screw, and then remove the slack in the fabric by Press pulling on the edges and corners. Do not loosen the screw. in this order to display a video example of hoping the fabric in the embroidery frame (see page 34).
Page 215: Using The Embroidery Sheet
PREPARING THE FABRIC Return the frame adjustment screw to its Place the embroidery sheet on the inner initial position. frame. Align the guide lines on the embroidery sheet with the mark you made on the fabric. Memo • You can use the included screw driver when a Inner frame you loosen or tighten the frame adjustment b Guide line...
Page 216: Embroidering Small Fabrics Or Fabric Edges
PREPARING THE FABRIC ■ Embroidering Ribbons or Tape Embroidering Small Fabrics or Secure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray Fabric Edges adhesive. Use an embroidery stabilizer to provide extra support. After embroidering, remove the stabilizer carefully. Attach the stabilizer as shown in the following examples.
Page 217: Attaching The Embroidery Frame
ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME Press in this order to display a video example of attaching the embroidery frame (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. Note • Wind and insert the bobbin before attaching the embroidery frame. Press the “Presser Foot Lifter”...
Page 218: Removing The Embroidery Frame
ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME ■ Removing the Embroidery Frame Raise the frame-securing lever. Pull the embroidery frame toward you.
Page 219: Confirming The Pattern Position
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. If the pattern needs to be repositioned for better placement on the garment, you can check the layout before starting embroidery. Affix the embroidery positioning sticker to Using the Built-In Camera to the location in the fabric to be...
Page 220 CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION From the areas shown in the window, select After selecting the pattern, press the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker. and then press o A window appears so that the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker can be selected. Note •...
Page 221 CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION Press Note • If the following warning message appears, touch and reposition the embroidery positioning sticker so the pattern is within the embroidery field, and then press again. A reminder message appears. Remove the embroidery positioning sticker from the fabric, and press To remove the embroidery positioning sticker more easily, press...
Page 222: Checking The Pattern Position
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION Checking the Pattern Position From , press the key for the position that you want to check. The embroidery frame moves and shows the pattern position. Watch the frame closely to make sure the pattern will be sewn in the right place. Press a Selected position →...
Page 223: Previewing The Completed Pattern
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION Press to select the frame Previewing the Completed used in the preview. Pattern Frames displayed in light gray cannot be selected. Press to enlarge the image of the pattern. Press The pattern can be sewn as it appears in the following display.
Page 224: Sewing An Embroidery Pattern
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Sewing Attractive Finishes There are many factors that go into sewing beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (see page 197) and hooping the fabric in the frame (see page 199) are two important factors mentioned earlier. Another important point is the appropriateness of the needle and thread being used.
Page 225: Using Prewound Bobbins
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN ■ Embroidery Needle Plate Cover ■ Using Prewound Bobbins with Alternate Bobbin Case (No Color on Under some conditions, based on the type of fabric, the Screw) stabilizer, or thread being used, there may be some looping in the upper thread.
Page 226: Sewing Embroidery Patterns
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Set the prewound bobbin in the same Thread the machine with thread for the first direction as a regular bobbin. color, pass the thread through the hole in embroidery foot “W”, pull out some thread When using a paper-sided prewound to give it some slack, and then lightly hold bobbin, remove the side paper on the top the end of the thread in your left hand.
Page 227: Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqué
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Repeat the same steps for embroidering the Sewing Embroidery Patterns remaining colors. Which Use Appliqué There are some patterns which call for an appliqué inside the pattern. Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric (appliqué piece). When sewing an embroidery pattern with an appliqué, the color sewing order display shows “APPLIQUE MATERIAL”, “APPLIQUE POSITION”,...
Page 228 SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Remove the appliqué material from the Apply a thin layer of adhesive or spray embroidery frame, and then cut carefully adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece along the stitching. After cutting, remove all and attach it to the appliqué position so that of the stitching thread carefully.
Page 229: Print And Stitch (Combining Embroidery Patterns And Printed Designs)
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Completed embroidery patterns combined with printed designs are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background.
Page 230: Selecting A Pattern
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Selecting a Pattern Pattern Press Patterns combining embroidery and printed designs can be selected from the pages that contain . Select the desired pattern. Memo • Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the detail of patterns which enable this function.
Page 231: Outputting The Background Image And Positioning Image
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) ■ Using USB Media Outputting the Background Insert the USB media into the primary (top) Image and Positioning Image USB port on the machine. Use USB media or the computer to output the Select the pattern, and then press following three images from the machine.
Page 232: Using A Usb Cable
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) ■ Using a USB Cable Press to select the primary (top) USB Plug the USB cable connectors into the port where the USB media is inserted. corresponding USB ports on the computer and on the machine.
Page 233: Printing The Background And Embroidery Position Sheet
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Press Open the PDF file to be printed, click “File”-“Print”, and then set “Page Scaling” to “None (100%)”. Note • Print the background and embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and background may not match.
Page 234: Sewing Embroidery Patterns
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) If an iron-on transfer sheet is used, transfer Place the paper printed with the positioning the image onto fabric. image on top of the fabric so that the pattern is aligned, and then affix the paper to the fabric with cellophane tape to prevent the paper from moving.
Page 235: Adjustments During The Embroidery Process
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS Note • Be careful not to bump the embroidery unit carriage or the presser foot when removing or attaching the embroidery frame. Otherwise, the pattern will not embroider correctly. Unlock the frame-securing lever and If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread remove the embroidery frame.
Page 236: If The Thread Breaks During Sewing
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS Press , or to move the If the Thread Breaks During needle back the correct number of stitches Sewing before the spot where the thread broke. If you cannot move back to the spot where the Press the “Start/Stop”...
Page 237: Restarting From The Beginning
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS Restarting from the Beginning Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power Press The current color and stitch number are saved when embroidery is stopped. The next time the machine is turned on, you have the option to continue or delete the pattern.
Page 238 ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS Attach the embroidery frame and press o The previous sewing screen displayed before the machine was turned off appears. Memo • If you want to start a new embroidery pat- tern, press so the pattern selection screen appears.
Page 239: Making Embroidery Adjustments
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Press Adjusting Thread Tension When embroidering, the thread tension should be set so that the upper thread can slightly be seen on the wrong side of the fabric. ■ Correct Thread Tension The pattern can be seen from the wrong side of the fabric.
Page 240: Adjusting The Alternate Bobbin Case (With No Color On The Screw)
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ■ Upper Thread is Too Loose Adjusting the Alternate Bobbin The tension of the upper thread is too loose, Case (with No Color on the resulting in a loose upper thread, loose thread locks, or loops appearing on the right side of the fabric. Screw) Note When using the embroidery bobbin thread...
Page 241: Using The Automatic Thread Cutting Function (End Color Trim)
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Loose Using the Automatic Thread Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side of Cutting Function fabric. (END COLOR TRIM) The automatic thread cutting function will a Right side cut the thread at the end of sewing each color. b Wrong side This function is initially turned on.
Page 242: Using The Thread Trimming Function (Jump Stitch Trim)
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Press to turn off the thread trimming Using the Thread Trimming function. Function (JUMP STITCH TRIM) The thread trimming function will automatically trim any excess thread jumps within the color. This function is initially turned on. To turn this function off, press key and then o The key will display as...
Page 243: Adjusting The Embroidery Speed
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Embroidery Speed Changing the Thread Color Display Press You can display the name of the thread colors or embroidery thread number. In the “Max Embroidery Speed” display, use Memo • Colors on the screen may vary slightly from to change the maximum actual spool colors.
Page 244: Changing The Embroidery Frame Display
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS When the thread number #123 Changing the Embroidery Frame displayed, use to select from six Display embroidery thread brands pictured below. Press Press In the “Frame Display”, use change the embroidery frame display mode. There are 14 choices. MADEIRA /POLYESTER THREAD# MADEIRA RAYON THREAD#...
Page 245 MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS For the optional embroidery frame. a Extra large frame embroidering area [30 cm × 20 cm (12 inches × 8 inches)] b Center line c Quilt frame embroidering area [20 cm × 20 cm (8 inches × 8 inches)] d Embroidery area for optional large embroidery frame [18 cm ×...
Page 246: Revising The Pattern
REVISING THE PATTERN REVISING THE PATTERN CAUTION • When you have revised the pattern, check the display of available embroidery frames and use an appropriate frame. If you use an embroidery frame not displayed as available for use, the presser foot may strike the frame and possibly cause injury.
Page 247: Aligning The Pattern And The Needle
REVISING THE PATTERN Aligning the Pattern and the Needle Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needle Mark the embroidery start position on the fabric, as shown. Press...
Page 248: Changing The Size
REVISING THE PATTERN Press Changing the Size Press a Start position b This key is used for aligning linked characters (see page 239). o The needle position moves to the bottom left corner of the pattern (the embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly).
Page 249: Rotating The Pattern
REVISING THE PATTERN Rotating the Pattern Press a Size of the pattern Select the angle of rotation for the pattern. Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left. Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the right. Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the left.
Page 250: Creating A Horizontal Mirror Image
REVISING THE PATTERN Press to return the pattern to its original Creating a Horizontal Mirror position. Image Press so it appears as to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected pattern. Press again to return the pattern to normal. a Degree of rotation 0°...
Page 251: Changing The Density (Alphabet Character And Frame Patterns Only)
REVISING THE PATTERN Change the density. Changing the Density (Alphabet Character and Frame Press to make the pattern less dense. Patterns Only) Press to make the pattern more dense. The thread density for some alphabet character and frame patterns can be changed. A setting between 80% and 120% in 5% increments can be specified.
Page 252: Changing The Colors Of Alphabet Character Patterns
REVISING THE PATTERN After a character is sewn, change the thread Changing the Colors of Alphabet color, and then sew the next character. Character Patterns Combined alphabet character patterns can be sewn with each letter in a different color. If “MULTI COLOR”...
Page 253: Embroidering Linked Characters
REVISING THE PATTERN Press Embroidering Linked Characters Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked characters in a single row when the entire pattern extends beyond the embroidery frame. Example: Linking “DEF” to the characters “ABC” Select the character patterns for “ABC”. Note •...
Page 254 REVISING THE PATTERN After the characters are embroidered, cut Press the threads to a generous length, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining characters (“DEF”) can be embroidered. a End of the embroidering As in step , select the character patterns for “DEF”.
Page 255: Uninterrupted Embroidering (Using A Single Color)
REVISING THE PATTERN to align the needle with the end of embroidering for the previous pattern. Press the “Start/Stop” button to begin embroidering the remaining character patterns. o The thread color displayed on the screen will be grayed out. Uninterrupted Embroidering (Using a Single Color) A selected pattern can be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor.
Page 256: Using The Memory Function
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Embroidery Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine. CAUTION • When using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle may break when sewing with a stitch density that is too fine or when sewing three or more overlapping stitches.
Page 257: Computers And Operating Systems With The Following Specifications Can Be Used
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used • Compatible models: IBM PC with a USB port as standard equipment IBM PC-compatible computer equipped with a USB port as standard equipment • Compatible operating systems: Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista ■...
Page 258: Saving Embroidery Patterns In The Machine's Memory
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION CAUTION • Before disconnecting the USB cable, click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon in the taskbar of ® ® ® Windows 2000 or the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the taskbar of Windows XP/Windows Vista Then, when the removable disk can safely be removed, disconnect the USB cable from the computer and the machine.
Page 259: If The Memory Is Full
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ If the Memory is Full Press If the screen below displays, either the maximum number of patterns have been saved or the pattern Press to return to the original screen without you want to save takes a lot of memory, and the saving.
Page 260 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Press If you decide not to delete the pattern, press a Amount of memory used by the pattern to be deleted b Amount of memory needed to save the current o The “Saving” screen displays. When the pattern is pattern saved, the display returns to the original screen automatically.
Page 261: Saving Embroidery Patterns To Usb Media
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Insert the USB media into the primary (top) Saving Embroidery Patterns to USB port on the machine. USB Media When sending embroidery patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine’s USB port. Memo •...
Page 262: Saving Embroidery Patterns In The Computer
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Computer Press to return to the original screen without saving. Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the embroidery patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved in the “Removable Disk”...
Page 263: Retrieving Patterns From The Machine's Memory
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Select the pattern’s .phc file in “Removable Press when the pattern you want to Disk” and copy the file to the computer. save is in the sewing screen. Retrieving Patterns from the Machine’s Memory Press Press Press to return to the original screen without saving.
Page 264: Recalling From Usb Media
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press the key of the pattern you want to Recalling from USB Media retrieve. Press to return to the original screen. You can recall a specific embroidery pattern from either direct USB media or a folder in the USB media.
Page 265 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press the key of the pattern you want to Press when there is a subfolder to retrieve. sort two or more stitch patterns to USB Press to return to the original screen. media, the embroidery pattern in the subfolder is displayed.
Page 266: Recalling From The Computer
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press Recalling from the Computer Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine (see page 248). On the computer, open “Computer (My computer)” then go to “Removable Disk”. Move/copy the pattern data to “Removable o The patterns in the computer are displayed on the Disk”.
Page 267 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Press o The sewing screen is displayed.
Page 268: Embroidery Applications
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Embroider the same pattern from step Using a Frame Pattern to Make onto the base fabric. an Appliqué (1) You can use framed patterns of the same size and shape to create an appliqué. Embroider one pattern with a straight stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch.
Page 269: Using A Frame Pattern To Make An Appliqué (2)
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the Using a Frame Pattern to Make same shape as the appliqué. Embroider over the appliqué and base fabric from step an Appliqué (2) create the appliqué. This is a second method to make appliqué using embroidery patterns.
Page 270 EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Embroider the same pattern on the appliqué Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the fabric. same shape as the appliqué. Remove the embroidery frame from the embroidery unit, and cut around the outside of the stitches. Note •...
Page 271: Sewing Split Embroidery Patterns
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Select section to be embroidered. Sewing Split Embroidery Patterns Select the sections in alphabetical order. Split embroidery patterns created with Palette A maximum of 12 sections can be displayed in one page. If there are 13 or more sections in the pattern, Ver.7 or later can be sewn.
Page 272 EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS If necessary, edit the pattern. For details, refer to “REVISING THE PATTERN” on page 232. Memo • The pattern can be rotated 90° to either the left or right when is pressed. Press the “Start/Stop” button to embroider the pattern section.
Page 273: Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit
EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS....260 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ..... 303 SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT ....261 PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Greek DESIGNS) ............ 304 Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame Patterns..........262 Selecting a Pattern............305 Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns......
Page 274: Explanation Of Functions
EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS With the Embroidery Edit functions, you can combine embroidery patterns and character patterns, change the size of patterns, rotate patterns, and perform many other editing functions. This machine can perform the 9 functions listed below. ■...
Page 275: Selecting Patterns To Edit
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Prepare the machine for embroidery according to the instructions on page 182, and press , then to display the screen below. a Baby Lock “Exclusives” b Embroidery patterns c Alphabet characters d Floral alphabet patterns e Greek alphabet patterns...
Page 276: Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock "Exclusives"/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame Patterns
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Proceed to “EDITING PATTERNS” on Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ page 265 to edit the pattern. Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame Patterns Select the category of the pattern. Press the key of the pattern you want to edit.
Page 277 SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Select the font, then enter the characters. Select the layout. (Example: (Example: A B C D) See page 190 for more information about selecting When selecting an arc, use characters. change the degree of the arc. Press to make the arc flatter.
Page 278 SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT After you finish your selections, press o The embroidery edit screen will appear. Proceed to “EDITING PATTERNS” on page 265 to edit the pattern.
Page 279: Editing Patterns
EDITING PATTERNS EDITING PATTERNS a Shows the size of the entire combined pattern. b Shows the size of the pattern currently selected. c Shows the distance from the center of the frame. d Shows the color sequence and times of each step of the pattern currently selected. e Shows the degree of rotation for the pattern.
Page 280: Key Functions
EDITING PATTERNS ■ Key Functions Display Key Name Explanation Page Thread palette key Press this key to change the colors of the displayed pattern. Rotate key Press this key to rotate the pattern. You can rotate a pattern one degree, ten degrees or ninety degrees at a time.
Page 281: Moving The Pattern
EDITING PATTERNS Moving the Pattern Rotating the Pattern Press to move the pattern in the direction Press shown on the key. Press to return the pattern to the center. a Distance from the center The pattern can also be moved by dragging it. If a USB mouse is connected, move the mouse to position the pointer on the desired pattern, and then select and drag the pattern.
Page 282: Changing The Size Of The Pattern
EDITING PATTERNS Select the angle by which the pattern is Press to return to the original screen. rotated. Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left. Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the right. Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the left.
Page 283: Deleting The Pattern
EDITING PATTERNS Select the direction in which to change the Deleting the Pattern size. Press to enlarge the pattern proportionately. Press to delete the pattern from the screen. Press to shrink the pattern proportionately. Press to stretch the pattern horizontally. Press to compact the pattern horizontally.
Page 284: Changing Alphabet Character Spacing
EDITING PATTERNS Press the key of the layout you want to Changing Alphabet Character embroider. Spacing See page 263 for more information about layout types. Press o The display will show the selected layout. Press...
Page 285: Reducing Character Spacing
EDITING PATTERNS to change the spacing. Press to increase the character spacing. Press to decrease the character spacing. Press to return the pattern to its original appearance. Press to return to the original screen. Reducing Character Spacing The spacing between characters can be reduced to 50% of the narrowest character in the group.
Page 286: Separating Combined Character Patterns
EDITING PATTERNS to select where the pattern is Separating Combined Character Patterns to be separated, and then press separate it. For this example, the pattern Combined character patterns can be separated to will be separated between “T” and “a”. adjust the character spacing or to separately edit the patterns after all characters have been entered.
Page 287: Changing The Color Of Each Alphabet Character In A Pattern
EDITING PATTERNS to select a pattern, and Changing the Color of Each Alphabet Character in a Pattern then use to adjust the character spacing. Press so you can assign a thread color to each character. Press Change the thread to sew each character in a different color.
Page 288: Embroidering Linked Characters
EDITING PATTERNS Press Embroidering Linked Characters Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked characters in a single row when the pattern extends beyond the embroidery frame. Example: Linking “DEF” to the characters “ABC” Select the character patterns for “ABC”. Note •...
Page 289 EDITING PATTERNS Press the “Start/Stop” button. Press After the characters are embroidered, cut the threads to a generous length, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining characters (“DEF”) can be embroidered. a End of the embroidering As in step , select the character patterns for “DEF”.
Page 290: Changing The Thread Color
EDITING PATTERNS Press Changing the Thread Color You can change the thread color by moving the to align the needle with the end color to be changed to the top of the sewing order of embroidering for the previous pattern. and selecting a new color from the thread colors in the machine.
Page 291: Creating A Custom Thread Table
EDITING PATTERNS Press Press to choose a new color from the color palette. To return to the original color, press . If multiple colors have been changed, this command will return all colors to their original colors. You can select colors from the color palette by directly touching the color selection with the touch pen.
Page 292 EDITING PATTERNS In the pattern editing screen, press to choose where to add a color on the custom thread table. then press You can choose colors from the custom thread from the custom thread table by directly touching the screen with the touch pen. You can scroll through 100 colors at a time using on the custom thread table.
Page 293 EDITING PATTERNS Press to select one of the thread brands in the machine. a Thread brand b Entered thread color number o The selected thread color is set in the custom thread table. to enter a color’s 4-digit number. Note •...
Page 294: Adding A Color To The Custom Thread Table From The List
EDITING PATTERNS ■ Adding a Color to the Custom Press to return to the original screen. Thread Table from the List Repeat the previous steps through page 277. Press to display the thread list. to select a thread color. a Thread list b Thread brand Press Repeat the previous steps until all desired...
Page 295: Choosing A Color From The Custom Thread Table
EDITING PATTERNS Press Choosing a Color from the Custom Thread Table You can select a color from the up to 300 thread colors you have set in the custom thread table. Press a Custom thread change key o The custom thread table will appear. Press to choose a new color from the custom thread table.
Page 296: Designing Repeated Patterns
EDITING PATTERNS Select the direction in which the pattern Designing Repeated Patterns will be repeated. ■ Sewing Repeated Patterns Using the border function, you can create stitches using repeated patterns. You can also adjust the spacing of the patterns within a repeated pattern stitch.
Page 297 EDITING PATTERNS Adjust the spacing of the repeated pattern. to repeat the pattern on top and to repeat the pattern at the bottom. To widen spacing, press To delete the top pattern, press To tighten spacing, press To delete the bottom pattern, press a Press to change a repeated pattern back to one single pattern.
Page 298: Repeating One Element Of A Repeated Pattern
EDITING PATTERNS Complete repeated patterns by repeating Choose the direction in which the repeated steps through pattern will be cut. Press to finish repeating. Press to cut horizontally. Press to cut vertically. Memo • When there are two or more patterns, all patterns will be grouped together as one pattern in the red frame.
Page 299: Color Sorting Repeated Patterns
EDITING PATTERNS Press Repeat the selected element. Press to finish repeating. o The repeated pattern will be divided into separate elements. Press Note • Once you have cut a repeated pattern into to select the element to separate elements, you cannot return to the original repeated pattern.
Page 300 EDITING PATTERNS...
Page 301: Assigning Thread Marks
EDITING PATTERNS ■ Assigning Thread Marks Press to select the thread mark to be By sewing thread marks, you can easily align patterns when sewing a series. When sewing is sewn. finished on a pattern, a thread mark in the shape of an arrow will be sewn using the final thread.
Page 302: Duplicating A Pattern
EDITING PATTERNS Duplicating a Pattern After Editing Press Press o The duplicate is positioned over the original pattern. To combine the pattern with other patterns, select (see page 289). See page 210 for more information about sewing patterns. Memo • If you want to return to the edit screen after pressing , press a Duplicated pattern...
Page 303: Combining Patterns
COMBINING PATTERNS COMBINING PATTERNS to view 2/7, then select Editing Combined Patterns Example: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and editing Press to select an embroidery pattern. Press...
Page 304 COMBINING PATTERNS Press Select and enter “Spring”. After selecting , press to change the character case, then enter the remaining characters. Press to enter the alphabet o The characters you enter will be displayed in the characters. center of the display. Press Press to return to the previous screen.
Page 305: Selecting Combined Embroidery Patterns
COMBINING PATTERNS ■ Selecting combined embroidery pat- Press to change the layout of the terns characters. Press If multiple patterns have been combined, use See page 269 for more information about changing to select the pattern to be edited. If a the layout.
Page 306: Sewing Combined Patterns
COMBINING PATTERNS Embroider by following the color order on the right side of the display. Sewing Combined Patterns Combined patterns will be embroidered in the order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery order will be as follows: → After the flowers are embroidered, the [+] cursor will move to the “Spring”...
Page 307: Various Embroidering Functions
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Uninterrupted Embroidering Basting Embroidery (Using a Single Color) Before embroidering, basting stitches can be sewn along the outline of the pattern. This is useful for A selected pattern can be stitched out in one color embroidering fabric that cannot have stabilizer instead of multicolor.
Page 308: Creating An Appliqué Piece
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Press to return to the previous When embroidering is finished, remove the screen. basting stitching. Press Press to select the basting setting. Creating an Appliqué Piece Appliqué pieces can be created from the built-in patterns and patterns on embroidery cards. This is convenient for fabrics that cannot be embroidered or when you wish to attach an appliqué...
Page 309 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Select the pattern, and edit it if necessary. Press , and then display 7/7 of the settings screen. to specify the distance between the pattern and the appliqué outline. Note • Finish combining and editing the pattern before selecting the appliqué...
Page 310 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Press to select the appliqué setting. Memo • Three steps are added to the sewing order: appliqué cutting line, position of pattern placement on the garment, and appliqué stitching. a Cutting line for appliqué b Position of pattern placement on garment c Appliqué...
Page 311 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Hoop the appliqué fabric in the embroidery Use two layers of adhesive water-soluble frame, attach the embroidery frame to the stabilizer material with their sticky sides machine, and then start embroidering. together, and then hoop them in the embroidery frame.
Page 312: Using A Frame Pattern For The Outline
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS ■ Using a Frame Pattern for the Out- With the machine threaded using the thread for the outline from step , sew the outline line (APPLIQUE). Using a frame pattern, the desired shape can be added as the outline of the appliqué. a Outline of appliqué...
Page 313 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Edit the frame pattern to fit the size of the to select the frame pattern, appliqué pattern. and then press Press and then press o The frame pattern is deleted. Press Press to select the appliqué piece setting.
Page 314: Using The Built-In Camera To Align The Embroidering Position
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS After selecting the pattern, press Using the Built-In Camera to Align the Embroidering Position and then press The embroidering position can easily be aligned using the machine’s built-in camera and the included embroidery positioning sticker. Note • When embroidery frame (small) is installed, the built-in camera cannot be used to align the embroidering position.
Page 315 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS From the areas shown in the window, select Press the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker. Note • Attach embroidery foot “W” before pressing . The embroidery foot “W” lowers and check the fabric thickness, to help the built-in camera recognize the embroidery positioning sticker.
Page 316 VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Following message appears. Press A reminder message appears. Remove the embroidery positioning sticker from the fabric and press To remove the embroidery positioning sticker more easily, press so that the embroidery frame moves slightly forward and away from under the needle.
Page 317: Using The Memory Function
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION In the same way as embroidery patterns in Chapter 5, you can save and retrieve edited embroidery patterns to and from the machine’s memory, a personal computer, or USB media. Refer to the relevant sections in Chapter 5 on saving and retrieving embroidery patterns and follow the same procedures in order to save and retrieve edited embroidery patterns.
Page 318: Print And Stitch (Combining Embroidery Patterns And Printed Designs)
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Completed embroidery patterns combined with printed designs are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background.
Page 319: Selecting A Pattern
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Selecting a Pattern Pattern Press Patterns combining embroidery and printed designs can be selected from the pages that contain . Select the desired pattern. Memo • Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the detail of patterns which enable this function.
Page 320: Outputting The Background Image And Positioning Image
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) ■ Using USB Media Outputting the Background Insert the USB media into the primary (top) Image and Positioning Image USB port on the machine. Use USB media or the computer to output the Select the pattern, and then press following three images from the machine.
Page 321: Using A Usb Cable
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) ■ Using a USB Cable Press to select the primary (top) USB Plug the USB cable connectors into the port where the primary USB media is corresponding USB ports on the computer inserted.
Page 322: Printing The Background And Embroidery Position Sheet
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Press Printing the Background and Embroidery Position Sheet Print the PDF files of the background and embroidery position sheet. The background file that is printed differs depending on whether iron- on paper or printable fabric is used. ®...
Page 323: Sewing Embroidery Patterns
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Print the embroidery position sheet (file Cut the paper printed with the center named E_1p.pdf) onto plain paper. positioning image so it can easily be positioned aligned with the background image on the fabric. Lines or color changes in the image can help you find the correct alignment position.
Page 324 PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS)
Page 325: Chapter 7 Appendix
Chapter Appendix CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..............312 Cleaning the LCD Screen ..................312 Cleaning the Machine Casing ................312 Cleaning the Race ....................312 Cleaning the Bobbin Case ..................313 Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area ............314 About the Maintenance Message................315 ADJUSTING THE SCREEN ..............316 Touch Panel is Malfunctioning ................316 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............317 ERROR MESSAGES................322...
Page 326: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION • Be sure to unplug the machine before cleaning it. Otherwise, electric shock or injury may result. Press the “Needle Position” button to raise Cleaning the LCD Screen the needle. Turn the main power to OFF. If the screen is dirty, gently wipe it with the included LCD cleaning cloth or a soft, dry cloth.
Page 327: Cleaning The Bobbin Case
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover to remove any lint and dust from the race into the needle plate, and then slide the and bobbin thread sensor and the cover back on.
Page 328: Cleaning The Cutter In The Bobbin Case Area
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Follow steps in “Cleaning the Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Race” to remove the bobbin case. Case Area Using a piece of paper of adequate thickness and sturdiness, slide the paper The cutter below the needle plate should be between the tension plate base and the cleaned.
Page 329: About The Maintenance Message
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Use the screwdriver included with the About the Maintenance Message machine to screw and attach the needle plate. Once this message appears, it is recommended to take your machine to an authorized retailer for a Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover regular maintenance check.
Page 330: Adjusting The Screen
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN ADJUSTING THE SCREEN Using the included touch pen, lightly touch Touch Panel is Malfunctioning the center of each +, in order from 1 to 5. If the screen does not respond correctly when you Note touch a key (the machine does not perform the •...
Page 331: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING If you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do not correct the problem, contact your authorized retailer. Press for advice about minor sewing problems during sewing. Press at any time to return to the original screen.
Page 332 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Page Bobbin thread breaks Bobbin is set incorrectly. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. There are scratches on the bobbin or it doesn’t Replace the bobbin. rotate properly. Thread is twisted. Use scissors, etc. to cut the twisted thread —...
Page 333 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Page Fabric does not feed Feed dogs are set in the down position. Press , and then turn the handwheel to through the machine raise the feed dogs. Stitches are too close together. Lengthen the stitch length setting. Wrong presser foot was used.
Page 334 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Solution Page Embroidery pattern Thread is twisted. Use scissors, etc., to cut the twisted thread — does not sew out and remove it from the race, etc. correctly Fabric was not inserted into the frame correctly If the fabric is not stretched tight in the frame, (fabric was loose, etc.).
Page 335 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION • This machine is equipped with a thread detection device. If the “Start/Stop” button is pushed before the upper threading is done, the machine will not operate properly. Also, depending on the pattern selected, the machine may feed the fabric even if the needle is raised. This is due to the needle bar release mechanism.
Page 336: Error Messages
ERROR MESSAGES ERROR MESSAGES If the machine is not properly set and the “Start/Stop” button or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed, or if the operation procedure is incorrect, the machine does not start. An alarm sounds and an error message is displayed on the LCD. If an error message displays, follow the instructions in the message.
Page 337 ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed This message appears when when the automatic needle threading button is pushed while twin needle sewing is pressed to delete the settings set. for a utility stitch. To delete the selected settings, press This message is displayed This message is displayed when the “Start/Stop”...
Page 338 ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed This message is displayed when a key on the LCD when the machine is in display is touched while the embroidery mode and the needle is in the down embroidery unit tries to position. initialize while the embroidery frame is attached.
Page 339 ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed This message is displayed when rotating a saved when is pressed combined pattern in the when changing thread colors. Embroidery screen. This message appears if the This message is displayed machine is turned off while when the embroidery frame is sewing, then turned on again.
Page 340 ERROR MESSAGES This message appears when This message is displayed the built-in camera is being when there is no stitch or used to align the embroidery embroidery pattern selected position, but the embroidery and the “Start/Stop” button or positioning sticker is too near the “Reverse/Reinforcement an edge or the pattern Stitch”...
Page 341 ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed This message is displayed when the bobbin is being when the selected stitch is wound, and the motor locks not available for the specific because the thread is function. tangled, etc. This message is displayed This message is displayed when there is a possibility when you try to recall or save...
Page 342 ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed This message is displayed while the USB media is when it seems that the upper transmitting. thread has not been threaded correctly. This message is displayed This message is displayed when the memory is full and a when is pressed pattern must be deleted.
Page 343: Alarm Sounds
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when you press in the screen other than the Utility Stitch, or press in the screen other than the Utility Stitch or Character/ Decorative Stitch. ■ Alarm Sounds If the operation was performed incorrectly, an alarm sounds to indicate that an error occurred.
Page 344: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Item Specification Approx. 61.5 cm (W) × 33.1 cm (H) × 28.1 cm (D) (approx. Sewing Machine Dimensions of machine 24-7/32 inches (W) × 13-1/32 inches (H) × 11-1/16 inches (Box 1 of 3) (D)) Approx. 68.5 cm (W) × 47.0 cm (H) × 39.0 cm (D) (approx. Dimensions of box 26-31/32 inches (W) ×...
Page 345: Upgrading Your Machine's Software
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE You can use USB media or a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on “www.babylock.com”, please download the files following the instructions on the website and steps below. Note •...
Page 346: Upgrade Procedure Using Computer
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE Press Upgrade Procedure Using Computer While pressing the “Automatic Threading” button, turn the main power to ON. o The following screen will appear on the LCD. Press o The upgrade file is downloaded. Note • If an error occurs, a red text error message will appear.
Page 347 UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE o The following message will appear. When the message disappears, press o The upgrade file is downloaded. Note • If an error occurs, a red text error message will appear. If the download is performed successfully, following message will appear. Unplug the USB cable, and turn the machine off and on again.
Page 348 UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE...
Page 349: Stitch Setting Chart
STITCH SETTING CHART STITCH SETTING CHART The following chart shows information for each utility stitch concerning applications, stitch lengths, stitch widths, and whether or not the twin needle mode can be used. Note • Quilting foot “C” is used when the straight stitch needle plate is attached to the machine. Refer to “Using Free motion Quilting Foot “C””...
Page 350 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 2 steps elastic Overcasting (medium weight 1.5 - 7.0 0.2 - 4.0 zigzag and stretch fabrics), tape and (3/16) (1/16 - 1/4) (1/16)
Page 351 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Piecing stitch Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm 0.0 - 7.0 0.2 - 5.0 (Left) (approx. 1/4 inch) left seam (1/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/16)
Page 352 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Ladder stitch Decorative stitching 0.0 - 7.0 2.0 - 4.0 (3/16) (0 - 1/4) (1/8) (1/16 - 3/16) Rick-rack stitch Decorative top stitching 0.0 - 7.0...
Page 353 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Honeycomb Heirloom, decorative hems 1.5 - 7.0 1.5 - 4.0 stitch (3/64) (1/16 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16) ( J ) Honeycomb Heirloom, decorative hems...
Page 354 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Round ended Buttonholes with bar tack 3.0 - 5.0 0.2 - 1.0 buttonhole (3/16) (1/8 - 3/16) (1/64) (1/64 - 1/16) Round double...
Page 355 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Button sewing Attaching buttons 2.5 - 4.5 — — (1/8) (3/32 - 3/16) Eyelet For making eyelets, holes on 7.0 6.0 5.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 belts, etc.
Page 356 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Hand-look Quilting stitch made to look like 0.00 - 7.00 1.0 - 4.0 quilting hand quilting stitch 3.50 (0 - 1/4) (3/32)
Page 357 STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width Stitch length Presser foot [mm (inch)] [mm (inch)] Twin Stitch Stitch name Applications needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Patchwork Patchwork stitches, decorative 5.00 2.50 - 7.00 1.0 - 4.0 double overlock stitching (3/16) (3/32 - 1/4) (3/32) (1/16 - 3/16) stitch...
Page 358: Index
INDEX INDEX selecting ..................146 sewing ..................152 Accessories stitch selection screens ............147 included accessories ..............4 Cleaning options ..................8 LCD screen ................312 Accessory case ................4 machine casing ...............312 Accessory compartment ..............4 race ..................312 Adjustments Combining Patterns screen ..................316 character/decorative stitches ...........162 Air vent ..................
Page 359 INDEX patterns which use appliqué ........... 213 Main power switch ..............1 retrieving ............... 249 Mirror image key ............79 revising ................... 232 Multi color key ..............238 saving ..............244 Multi-directional sewing .............134 selecting ................ 186 sewing ..................210 using a frame pattern to make an appliqué ....254 Needle Embroidery positioning sticker ...........
Page 360 INDEX computer ............... 175 twin needle mode ..............49 embroidery patterns ..............244 using the “Automatic Threading” button ........46 machine’s memory ............171 using the spool net ..............53 stitch settings ................81 USB cable ......19 USB media ..............173 USB media utility stitches ................81 recalling .................177 Scallop stitches ................115...
Page 364 English 882-W03 XE5021-101 c Printed in Taiwan...

Baby Lock Ellisimo BLSO Instruction And Reference Manual

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Getting Ready

Chapter 2 Sewing Basics

Chapter 3 Utility Stitches

Chapter 4 Character/Decorative Stitches

Chapter 5 Embroidery

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