Summary of Contents for Baby Lock Embroidery Professional PLUS BMP9
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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™...
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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.
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1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton, Missouri 63026 USA declares that the product Product Name: Baby Lock Embroidery Machine Model Number: BMP9 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.
BABY LOCK retains all rights not expressly granted to CUSTOMER herein. Nothing in this agreement constitutes a waiver of the rights of BABY LOCK under any law. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the United States of America.
GETTING READY After unpacking the machine, first refer to “Accessories” on page 22, and check that all listed accessories are included. After checking that all accessories are included, the embroidery machine can be set up. The setup of the machine and the various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
The accessories listed below are included with this machine. Make sure to use the accessories designed for this machine. Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Baby Lock retailer. Part Name Part Code Part Name...
Embroidery card reader BLECR Embroidery card – USB mouse XE4904-001 Note ● Visit your nearest Baby Lock retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories and embroidery cards available for your machine. Memo ● Always use accessories recommended for this machine.
EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL This chapter describes the basic embroidering operations in order—from turning on the machine and sewing a pattern to finishing sewing. Follow the steps of the tutorial to embroider a pattern and master the operation of this embroidery machine. Operating Precautions ....................32 Basic Procedures .....................35 Screen Quick Reference Guide ................70...
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES This chapter provides explanations on operations other than those described in chapter 2, such as sewing a pattern with seven or more colors, changing the needles and changing thread spools. Changing the Needle....................86 Replacing the needle ...................86 Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames..............88 Embroidery frame types and applications.............88 Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric ............90...
<Advanced type> 50 mm (H) × 130 mm (W) Consult your as sun visors and children’s hats. (2 inches (H) × 5-1/8 nearest Baby Lock In addition, these cannot be inches (W)) retailer. used with hats that have a brim longer than 80 mm (3-1/8 inches).
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80 mm (H) × 90 mm (W) Use when embroidering tubular Consult your (optional) (3 inches (H) × 3-1/2 and curved fabric, such as shirt nearest Baby Lock inches (W)) sleeves and trousers. retailer. Flat frame (optional) 200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W)
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Changing the Embroidering Position When the embroidery machine is purchased, it was adjusted so that the beginning of the stitching was from the center of the pattern.
OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Switching the Thread Colors on the Screen If a thread color on the spool stand is different than the needle position thread color on the screen, the thread colors on the screen can be switched to match the spool stand thread color position.
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS This chapter contains descriptions on the various embroidering settings, which make operation easier. Basting Embroidery ....................116 Creating an Appliqué Piece ...................117 Creating an appliqué piece ................117 Using a frame pattern for the outline..............120 Automatic Lock Stitch Setting ................122 Starting/Ending Position Settings................123 Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonal ...........124 Embroidering linked characters................125...
EMBROIDERING SETTINGS — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Temporary Needle Bar Setting After embroidering begins, the machine can be stopped at a color change and a different needle bar can be specified for the next color to be sewn.
SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS This chapter provides details on selecting, editing and saving embroidery patterns. Precautions ........136 Changing the thread density (only Concerning embroidery data ..136 for some character and frame Concerning optional embroidery cards .. 138 patterns)........168 Concerning USB media ....139 Specifying multi-color text ....168 Selecting an Embroidery Pattern ..
BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE This chapter contains descriptions on the use of the settings key, the machine operations giude key and the help key, introduced on page 39. Details on changing the basic embroidery machine settings and viewing operations on the LCD will be provided.
APPENDIX This chapter provides descriptions of techniques for sewing applications, pointers for creating beautiful embroidery, and details on maintenance procedures and corrective measures that should be taken when a problem occurs. Appliqué Sewing ......208 Installing the embroidery frame holder......... 235 Sewing appliqué...
L-shaped bracket have been adjusted, they must be adjusted again if a different machine is being used. The height may differ depending on the machine that is used. For details, contact your Baby Lock retailer. Using the Optional Cap Frame 223...
Turn off the embroidery machine. CAUTION ● If the hook is scratched or damaged, consult your Baby Lock retailer. After cleaning is finished, insert the bobbin case into the hook, and then close the hook cover. (Refer to page 36, 37.) CAUTION ●...
— — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Troubleshooting If the machine does not operate correctly, check for the following points/issues before requesting service. If the suggested remedy does not correct the problem, contact your Baby Lock retailer. Symptom Probable Cause...
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Remedy Reference Page The area around the embroidery foot hole is damaged. Replace the presser foot. Consult your nearest Baby Lock retailer. 1 Scratches or Burrs Sliding surface on hook race is not smooth. There are scratches or burrs on it.
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The needle is bent or blunt. p.33, 86 one. The area around the hole in the needle plate is damaged. Replace the needle plate or consult your nearest Baby Lock retailer. 1 Scratches/Burrs The needle is touching the needle plate. The upper thread Consult your nearest Baby Lock breaks.
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Probable Cause Remedy Reference Page Sliding surface on hook is not smooth. There are burns on it. Consult your nearest Baby Lock retailer. 1 Hook race area Remove the loose thread. If the The thread is loose in the hook thread is tangled in the hook, p.243...
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The machine is noisy. Replace the hook. The hook is damaged. Consult your nearest Baby Lock retailer. Not enough oil was applied. Oil recommended parts. p.248 Touch the key to move the The needle is not at the correct desired needle bar to be p.62...
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If the thread came out sensor may be damaged. machine stops. of the thread tension disc, even Consult your nearest Baby Lock though the thread is not broken, retailer. the machine detects that the thread is not being fed and stops.
To close the message, touch or perform the correct operation, then touch . If the message appears again, consult your nearest Baby Lock retailer. Some malfunction occurred. There are too many characters in The installed embroidery frame is the curved text arrangement for too small.
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APPENDIX — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Sewing cannot begin from the The needle has stopped at an The needle bar case could not be...
Note ● If the keys still do not respond, even after the touch panel is adjusted, or if the touch panel cannot be adjusted, contact your nearest Baby Lock retailer. Turn the machine off, and on again. Troubleshooting 267...