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  • Page 3 inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power INTRODUCTION source you have, contact a qualified electrician. • This machine is approved for use in the country of Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this purchase only. machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions.
  • Page 4 SAVE THESE so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. INSTRUCTIONS This machine is not a toy: This machine is intended • Your close attention is necessary when the machine for household use. is used by or near children. •...
  • Page 5 Product Name: Baby Lock Sewing Machine Model Number: BLMAR 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)
  • Page 6 For Users in Canada For Users in Mexico This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt The operation of this equipment is subject to the following RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference; and (1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not cause (2) This device must accept any interference, including harmful interference, and...
  • Page 7 Terms of Use 2.1.5 not to transfer, rent, lease, sub-license, loan, translate, merge, adapt, vary, alter or modify, the whole or any part of the IMPORTANT-PLEASE READ Software nor permit the Software or any CAREFULLY: part of it to be combined with, or become incorporated in, any other This Terms of Use (“Agreement”) is a legal agreement programs;...
  • Page 8 Termination This Agreement is governed by the laws of Japan and Japanese Courts shall have exclusive Company shall have the right to terminate this jurisdiction with respect to this Agreement Agreement at any time by providing a written except with regard to enforcement in which notice to you if you commit a material breach case the jurisdiction of the Japanese Courts of any terms of this Agreement and fail to...
  • Page 9 TRADEMARKS COPYRIGHT AND LICENSE This product includes software developed by the following IMPORTANT: vendor: ©2008 Devicescape Software, Inc. READ BEFORE DOWNLOADING, COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING. By downloading, copying, installing or using the PRECAUTION FOR WIRELESS software you agree to this license. If you do not CONNECTION agree to this license, do not download, install, copy or use the software.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CONTENTS Chapter 1 GETTING READY Chapter 4 EMBROIDERY Names of Machine Parts........9 Embroidering Preparation ........69 Included Accessories .......... 12 Attaching the embroidery foot............ 69 Attaching the embroidery unit ..........70 Optional accessories ............13 Embroidering attractive finishes ........... 71 Turning the Machine On/Off......

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Ready

    Names of Machine Parts GETTING READY Chapter C Thread tension dial (page 40, page 80) Note D Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and • Be sure to install the latest software. lower the needle to sew one stitch. Refer to “Updating Your Machine’s Software”...
  • Page 12 Names of Machine Parts ■ Operation buttons Measurements on the needle plate, bobbin cover (with markings) 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 13 Names of Machine Parts ■ Operation panel and operation keys 1 LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Selected pattern settings and messages are displayed. Touch the keys displayed on the LCD to perform operations. For details, refer to “LCD Operation” on page 16. 2 Previous page key Displays the previous screen when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD.

  • Page 14: Included Accessories

    Included Accessories Included Accessories After opening the carton, check that the following accessories are included. Part code for each item is listed under the part name. Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) Monogramming foot “N”...

  • Page 15: Optional Accessories

    Memo • (For U.S.A. only) Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine model: BLMAR. The model is mentioned on the machine rating plate. • The presser foot holder screw is available through your authorized Baby Lock retailer. (Part code: XG1343-001)

  • Page 16: Turning The Machine On/Off

    Turning the Machine On/Off Turning the Machine On/Off CAUTION • (For U.S.A. only) WARNING This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of • Use only regular household electricity for the electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a power source.
  • Page 17 Turning the Machine On/Off When the machine is turned on, the opening movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen. Note When you first turn on the machine: • Select the display language for the LCD. • The following message about a wireless LAN connection appears.

  • Page 18: Lcd Operation

    LCD Operation LCD Operation Viewing the LCD An opening movie may be displayed when the power is turned on. When the opening movie is displayed, the screen will be displayed if you touch the LCD with your finger. Touch a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the key.
  • Page 19 LCD Operation No. Display Key Name Explanation Page Needle position setting Shows single or twin needle mode setting, and the needle stop position. : Single needle/down position : Twin needle/down position : Single needle/up position : Twin needle/up position Stitch width Shows the stitch width of the currently selected stitch pattern.

  • Page 20: Settings Screen

    LCD Operation 1 Select the embroidery frame to be used. Settings screen 2 Select the center mark and grid lines that are displayed. 3 When set to [ON], you can only select the embroidery pattern corresponding to the embroidery frame size that Touch to change the default machine settings.

  • Page 21: Adjusting Input Sensitivity For Operation Keys

    LCD Operation ■ Wireless LAN settings Adjusting input sensitivity for operation keys You can adjust the sensitivity of the operation keys to 5 levels. Display the settings screen to set desired level. Touch to display the settings screen. Display page 7 by touching Touch [Start].

  • Page 22: Wireless Network Connection Functions

    Wireless Network Connection Functions Enabling a wireless network connection Wireless Network Connection Functions The machine can be connected to your wireless network. Refer to “Specifications” on page 104 for requirements for a wireless network connection. Operations available with a wireless network connection Touch This machine supports a wireless network connection.
  • Page 23 Wireless Network Connection Functions Touch beside [Wireless LAN Setup Wizard]. When the following message appears, touch  A list of available SSIDs appears.  When a connection is established, the following message appears. Select the SSID that was noted in step ...

  • Page 24: Winding/Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin ■ Setting the wireless LAN connection from the Winding/Installing the Bobbin [Others] menu The [Others] menu on page 10 of the settings screen contains the following items. IMPORTANT • Use the plastic bobbin that comes with this machine or bobbins of the same type.
  • Page 25 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Remove the spool cap and place the spool of thread for Note the bobbin onto the spool pin. • When using the spool as shown below, use the Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread thread spool insert (mini king thread spool).
  • Page 26 Winding/Installing the Bobbin Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 5 or 6 Press the “Start/Stop” button to start winding the times, pass the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin. bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to cut it. When the foot controller is plugged in, press down on the foot controller.

  • Page 27: Installing The Bobbin

    Winding/Installing the Bobbin Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right and remove Installing the bobbin the bobbin cover. Install the bobbin wound with thread. You can begin sewing immediately without pulling up the bobbin thread by simply inserting the bobbin in the bobbin case and guiding the thread through the slit in the needle plate cover.

  • Page 28: Upper Threading

    Upper Threading While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right Upper Threading hand (1), guide the thread through the slit in the needle plate cover (2) and lightly pull it with your left hand (3). CAUTION • When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions.
  • Page 29 Upper Threading Touch Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.  The screen changes, and all keys and operation Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left. buttons are locked (except CAUTION •...
  • Page 30 Upper Threading Make sure that the thread is passed into the thread Lower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot. take-up lever as shown below. Cut the thread with the thread cutter on the left side of the machine. Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide.

  • Page 31: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    Upper Threading Carefully pull the end of thread that was passed Pulling up the bobbin thread through the eye of the needle. If the needle was not completely threaded, but a loop in If the threads will be pulled to create gathers or the thread at the thread was formed in the eye of the needle, carefully the beginning of sewing will be finished, for example, when pull the loop through the eye of the needle to pull out...

  • Page 32: Fabric/Thread/Needle Combinations

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

  • Page 33: Replacing The Needle

    Replacing the Needle Touch Replacing the Needle  The screen changes, and all keys and operation buttons are locked (except CAUTION CAUTION • Only use recommended home sewing machine • When replacing the needle, be sure to touch needles. Use of any other needle may break on the operation panel to lock all keys the needle, possibly resulting in injury.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Presser Foot

    Replacing the Presser Foot Press the black button at the back of the presser foot Replacing the Presser Foot holder in order to remove the presser foot. 1 Black button 2 Presser foot holder CAUTION • Use the appropriate presser foot for the type of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot.

  • Page 35: Removing And Attaching The Presser Foot Holder

    Replacing the Presser Foot Hold the presser foot holder in place with your right Removing and attaching the presser foot hand, and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your left hand. holder Turn the screw toward you (clockwise). Remove the presser foot holder when installing a presser foot that does not use the presser foot holder.
  • Page 36 Replacing the Presser Foot...

  • Page 37: Chapter 2 Sewing Basics

    Sewing SEWING BASICS Chapter Basic sewing Sewing Note CAUTION • First, perform a trial sewing, using a piece of fabric and thread that are the same as those used for • While the machine is in operation, pay special your project. attention to the needle location.
  • Page 38 Sewing Set the fabric under the presser foot. Hold the fabric and thread with your left hand, and rotate the IMPORTANT handwheel counterclockwise or press (Needle position button) to set the needle in the sewing start • Do not press (Thread cutter button) after position.

  • Page 39: Combining Stitch Patterns

    Sewing Slowly depress the foot controller to start sewing. Touch Select a font. Memo • The speed set with the sewing speed controller is the foot controller’s maximum sewing speed. Touch a tab to change the selection screens and enter a Release the foot controller to stop sewing.

  • Page 40: Sewing Reverse/Reinforcement Stitches

    Sewing Set the needle in the start position and press the “Start/ Sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches Stop” button to start sewing. Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. Depending on the selected stitch, reverse or reinforcement stitches are sewn while (Reverse/Reinforcement stitch button) is kept pressed.

  • Page 41: Setting The Stitch Width/Stitch Length/"L/R Shift

    Sewing Once you have reached the end of the stitching, press Note (Reverse/Reinforcement stitch button) once. • After adjusting the stitch width or the “L/R Shift”, If stitching, such as buttonholes and bar tacking, that slowly turn the handwheel toward you includes reinforcement stitching has been selected, this (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does operation is unnecessary.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    Adjusting the Thread Tension Turn the thread tension dial clockwise to tighten the upper Adjusting the Thread Tension thread tension. You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used. Note ■ Correct thread tension •...

  • Page 43: Useful Sewing Tips

    Useful Sewing Tips ■ Sewing cylindrical pieces Useful Sewing Tips Removing the flat bed attachment allows for free-arm sewing, making it easier to sew cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs and pant legs. Sewing tips Pull the flat bed attachment off to the left. ■...

  • Page 44: Sewing An Even Seam Allowance

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

  • Page 45: Sewing Various Fabrics

    Useful Sewing Tips Release the presser foot locking pin (black button). Sewing various fabrics  The presser foot remains level, allowing the fabric to be fed. ■ Sewing thick fabrics  If the fabric does not fit under the presser foot The presser foot lever can be raised to two different positions.
  • Page 46 Useful Sewing Tips ■ Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics If the needle does not pass through the hook-and-loop fastener tape, replace the needle with the needle size for When sewing fabrics that may stick to the presser foot, such as thicker fabrics.

  • Page 47: Chapter 3 Various Stitches

    Stitch Chart VARIOUS STITCHES Chapter Stitch Stitch Stitch Chart width length Stitch (Presser No. Stitch name/Applications (inch)) (inch)) ■ Utility stitches foot) Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Memo Basting stitch • When any of the following stitches are selected, For basting. pressing (Reverse/Reinforcement stitch button) If the basting threads fall...
  • Page 48 Stitch Chart Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch width length width length Stitch Stitch (Presser No. Stitch name/Applications (Presser No. Stitch name/Applications (inch)) (inch)) (inch)) (inch)) foot) foot) Auto. Auto. Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Manual Manual Overcasting stitch Blind hem stitch Reinforcing of medium 5.0 (3/16) 2.5 (3/32) Hemming woven fabrics...
  • Page 49 Stitch Chart Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch width length width length Stitch Stitch (Presser No. Stitch name/Applications (Presser No. Stitch name/Applications (inch)) (inch)) (inch)) (inch)) foot) foot) Auto. Auto. Auto. Auto. Manual Manual Manual Manual Hemstitching zigzag Keyhole buttonhole 6.0 (15/64) 3.0 (1/8) Decorative hems, top stitch...
  • Page 50 Stitch Chart ■ Character stitches Decorative satin stitches Use monogramming foot “N”. The twin needle cannot be used. 6-01 6-02 6-03 6-04 6-05 6-06 6-07 Character stitches (Gothic font) 6-08 6-09 6-10 Satin stitches 7-01 7-02 7-03 7-04 7-05 7-06 7-07 7-08 7-09...

  • Page 51: Utility Stitches

    Utility Stitches Utility Stitches Character stitches (Japanese font) CAUTION • Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to touch (Presser foot/Needle exchange key) on the operation panel to lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries may occur if the “Start/Stop” button or any other button is pressed and the machine starts.

  • Page 52: Blind Hem Stitching

    Utility Stitches Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise). Blind hem stitching Check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. 1 The needle should not touch the Secure the lower edge of skirts and pants with a blind hem. center pin Memo •...
  • Page 53 Utility Stitches Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the fabric with Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the wrong side facing up. the fold of the hem. (page 39) 1 Needle drop point 1 Wrong side of fabric 2 Right side of fabric 3 Edge of fabric 4 Desired edge of hem...

  • Page 54: Buttonhole Sewing

    Utility Stitches Use chalk to mark on the fabric the position and length Buttonhole sewing of the buttonhole. 1 Marks on fabric The maximum buttonhole length is about 28 mm (1-1/8 2 Buttonhole sewing inches) (diameter + thickness of the button). Buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below.
  • Page 55 Utility Stitches Position the fabric with the front end of the buttonhole Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position. mark aligned with the red marks on the sides of the buttonhole foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. Insert a pin along the inside of one bar tack at the end 1 Mark on fabric of the buttonhole stitching to prevent the stitching...

  • Page 56: Button Sewing

    Utility Stitches ■ Sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics Raise the presser foot lever, and then slide the feed dog position switch, located at the rear of the machine on When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabrics, use a gimp the base, to (to the left as seen from the rear of thread.

  • Page 57: Zipper Insertion

    Utility Stitches Sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening. IMPORTANT With the right sides of the fabric facing each other, sew reverse stitches after reaching the zipper opening. • When sewing, be sure that the needle does not 1 Reverse stitches 2 End of zipper opening touch the button.

  • Page 58: Appliqué, Patchwork And Quilt Stitching

    Utility Stitches Select stitch. Attach the zigzag foot “J”. Select a stitch. 1-03 Stitch 1-28 1-29 2-03 2-04 • For details, refer to “Stitch Chart” on page 45. Stitch Note • When using zipper foot “I”, be sure to select the •...
  • Page 59 Utility Stitches ■ Piecing Note Sewing together two pieces of fabric is called “piecing”. The • Thread the needle manually when using the fabric pieces should be cut with a 6.5 mm (1/4 inch) seam walking foot, or attach the walking foot only after allowance.
  • Page 60 Utility Stitches ■ Free motion quilting Place one hand on each side of the presser foot, and then evenly guide the fabric while sewing. We recommend attaching the foot controller and sewing at a consistent speed. You can adjust the sewing speed with the speed control slide on the machine.
  • Page 61 Utility Stitches ■ Satin stitching using the sewing speed Attach the quilting foot by positioning the pin of the quilting foot above the needle clamp screw and controller aligning the lower-left of the quilting foot and the A decorative stitch can be sewn by changing the stitch width presser bar.

  • Page 62: Other Stitching Applications

    Utility Stitches Determine the desired length of the bar tack. Other stitching applications Set the button guide plate on buttonhole foot “A” to the desired length. (The distance between the markings on the presser foot scale is 5 mm (3/16 inch).) ■...
  • Page 63 Utility Stitches ■ Darning Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible. Gently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing. After sewing is finished, raise the presser foot lever, remove the fabric, and then cut the threads. Raise the buttonhole lever to its original position.
  • Page 64 Utility Stitches After removing the fabric, use the eyelet punch to cut a Attach monogramming foot “N”. hole in the center of the eyelet. Select stitch. 2-06 Stitch • For details, refer to “Stitch Chart” on page 45. Stitch along the edge of the fabric, making sure not to •...
  • Page 65 Utility Stitches Stitch between the straight stitches and pull out the Select a stitch. threads for the straight stitches. 2-07 2-08 2-09 Stitch • For details, refer to “Stitch Chart” on page 45. Turn the fabric over so that the right side faces up, and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned with the seam.
  • Page 66 Utility Stitches Put the extra spool pin in the hole on the top of the machine and put the thread spool onto the extra spool CAUTION pin. • When using the twin needle, be sure to select 1 Thread spool 2 Extra spool pin an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break and cause injury.

  • Page 67: Making Adjustments

    Making Adjustments Start sewing. Making Adjustments Your stitch pattern may sometimes turn out poorly, depending on the type or thickness of fabric, the stabilizer material used, sewing speed, etc. If your sewing does not turn out well, sew trial stitches using the same conditions as the real sewing, and adjust the stitch pattern as explained below.

  • Page 68: Using The Memory Function

    Using the Memory Function  If the stitch pattern has gaps: Using the Memory Function Touch in the [Fine Adjust Verti.] display.  The displayed value decreases each time the key is touched and the stitch pattern will shorten. Saving stitch patterns You can save stitch patterns that you have customized in the machine's memory or USB flash drive.

  • Page 69: Retrieving Stitch Patterns

    Using the Memory Function Retrieving stitch patterns Retrieve stitch patterns saved in the machine's memory or USB flash drive. When retrieving stitch patterns from a USB flash drive, insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on the machine. Touch Touch the desired destination.
  • Page 70 Using the Memory Function...

  • Page 71: Chapter 4 Embroidery

    Embroidering Preparation EMBROIDERY Chapter Attaching the embroidery foot Embroidering Preparation Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. CAUTION Step 9 • Be sure to use the embroidery foot when doing embroidery. Using another presser foot may cause the needle to strike the presser foot. The needle may break, possibly resulting in injury.

  • Page 72: Attaching The Embroidery Unit

    Embroidering Preparation While pressing in the lever on embroidery foot “Q” Attaching the embroidery unit with your finger, place the embroidery foot bar above the needle clamp screw. IMPORTANT • Before attaching the embroidery unit, be sure to turn off the machine. Otherwise, the machine may be damaged.

  • Page 73: Embroidering Attractive Finishes

    Embroidering Preparation Turn off the machine. IMPORTANT • Do not push on the carriage when attaching IMPORTANT the embroidery unit to the machine, otherwise damage to the embroidery unit may result. • Always turn off the machine before removing • Do not touch the connector in the embroidery the embroidery unit.

  • Page 74: Hooping The Fabric In The Embroidery Frame

    Embroidering Preparation Memo Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame • When embroidering small pieces of fabric that cannot be hooped on an embroidery frame, use stabilizer material as a base. After lightly ironing the CAUTION fabric to the stabilizer material, hoop it in the embroidery frame.
  • Page 75 Embroidering Preparation Loosen the embroidery frame adjustment screw and Tighten the adjustment screw while removing any slack remove the inner and outer frames, placing the outer in the fabric by hand. The goal is to have a drum-like frame on a flat surface. sound when the fabric is struck lightly.

  • Page 76: Attaching The Embroidery Frame

    Embroidering Preparation ■ Removing the embroidery frame Attaching the embroidery frame Raise the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot. Note Press the part of the embroidery carriage frame holder in the figure to the left side, and raise the embroidery •...

  • Page 77: Embroidering

    Embroidering Touch to display the desired pattern on the Embroidering screen. ■ Copyright information Select a desired embroidery pattern, and then touch The patterns stored in the machine are intended for private use only. Any public or commercial use of copyrighted patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is strictly •...
  • Page 78 Embroidering • To enter a space, touch Memo • After selecting a character if you would like to • If [Embroidery Frame Identification View] in the settings screen is set to [ON], the pattern can be change the character size touch .
  • Page 79 Embroidering Edit the pattern if needed, and then touch • Touch to decide the pattern position carefully. • Touch to check the preview of the combined • For details on pattern editing, refer to “Pattern editing patterns. screen” on page 83. Touch Touch to enter the alphabet characters.

  • Page 80: Embroidering A Pattern

    Embroidering Lower the presser foot, then press the “Start/Stop” Embroidering a pattern button to start embroidering. After 5-6 stitches, press the “Start/Stop” button again to stop the machine. Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread after each color. Prepare embroidery thread colors as shown on the screen.
  • Page 81 Embroidering ■ If the thread breaks or the bobbin runs out of Cut the excess thread jumps within the color. thread during embroidering ■ Changing the thread color display Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine. You can display the name of the thread colors or embroidery thread number.

  • Page 82: Adjusting Thread Tension

    Embroidering Adjusting thread tension Embroidering the appliqué patterns The upper thread tension is changed using the thread tension When the color embroidering order display shows dial. (APPLIQUE MATERIAL)], (APPLIQUE POSITION)] or When doing machine embroidery, the thread tension dial should be set somewhere between 2 to 6. (APPLIQUE)], follow the procedure below.

  • Page 83: Using A Frame Pattern To Make An Appliqué

    Embroidering ■ 2. Sewing the appliqué position on the base After the appliqué piece is attached, attach the embroidery frame to the machine. fabric Thread the machine with the embroidery thread, lower the presser foot lever, and then press the “Start/Stop” Sew the appliqué...
  • Page 84 Embroidering Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape as the appliqué. Embroider over the appliqué and base as the appliqué and embroider the satin stitch pattern fabric from step to create the appliqué.

  • Page 85: Split Embroidery Patterns

    Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) Split embroidery patterns Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) Split embroidery patterns created with Palette Ver.7 or later can be embroidered. With split embroidery patterns, When a pattern is selected in the pattern selection screen embroidery designs larger than the embroidery hoop are divided into multiple sections, which combine to create a is touched, the pattern editing screen appears.
  • Page 86 Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) Display Display Explanation Explanation Key Name Key Name Touch this key to magnify the pattern in When a combined pattern is selected, the screen. use this key to select a part of the pattern Magnify key Pattern select key to edit.
  • Page 87 Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) Display Display Explanation Explanation Key Name Key Name Touch this key to change the Touch this key to change the spacing of configuration of a character pattern. character patterns. Array key Character spacing When selecting an arc ( ), use to change the degree of the arc.

  • Page 88: Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen)

    Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) Aligning the pattern and the needle position Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needle position When is touched in the editing screen, the embroidery settings screen appears. After editing the pattern, touch to continue to the embroidering screen.

  • Page 89: Embroidering Linked Characters

    Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) Embroidering linked characters Touch to cancel the current character patterns. Select the character patterns for “DEF”, and then Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked characters in a single row when the entire pattern extends touch beyond the embroidery frame.

  • Page 90: Using The Memory Function

    Using the Memory Function Retrieving embroidery patterns Using the Memory Function Retrieve embroidery patterns saved in the machine's memory, or on a USB flash drive, or transferred via wireless network. Saving embroidery patterns When retrieving the embroidery patterns from a USB You can save embroidery patterns that you have customized flash drive, insert the USB flash drive into the USB port in the machine's memory or USB flash drive.
  • Page 91 Using the Memory Function Touch Memo • When saving a retrieved pattern, touch the following keys. 1.Touch 2.Touch the key for the desired destination. : Saves to the machine. : Saves to the USB flash drive. : Temporarily saves to the wireless function pocket.
  • Page 92 Using the Memory Function...

  • Page 93: Chapter 5 Appendix

    Care and Maintenance APPENDIX Chapter Cleaning the race Care and Maintenance Stitching performance will suffer if lint and dust collects in the bobbin case, therefore, it should be cleaned regularly. CAUTION Press (Needle position button) to raise the needle. • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine, otherwise injuries may occur.

  • Page 94: Touch Panel Is Malfunctioning

    Care and Maintenance Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out. CAUTION • Never use a bobbin case that is scratched or has a burr on it. Otherwise the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break and cause injury.

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Tangled thread on wrong side of fabric Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the ■ Symptom following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself or visit us at • The thread becomes tangled on the wrong side of the fabric.

  • Page 96: Incorrect Thread Tension

    Troubleshooting ■ Cause/remedy/check details Incorrect thread tension  Cause 1 The machine is not correctly threaded. ■ Symptoms <With symptoms 1 and 2 described above> The bobbin threading is incorrect. • Symptom 1: The bobbin thread is visible from the Return the thread tension dial to “4”, and then refer to right side of the fabric.

  • Page 97: Fabric Is Caught In The Machine And Cannot Be Removed

    Troubleshooting Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner mini Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot attachment to remove any lint or dust from the race and its surrounding area. be removed 1 Cleaning brush If the fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removed, 2 Race the thread may have become tangled under the needle plate.
  • Page 98 Troubleshooting Turn the handwheel to check that the feed dogs move Slowly turn the handwheel toward you smoothly and do not contact the edges of the slots in the (counterclockwise), and look from all sides to check needle plate. that the needle falls at the center of the opening in the needle plate.

  • Page 99: If The Thread Becomes Tangled Under The Bobbin Winder Seat

    Troubleshooting If the thread becomes tangled under the List of symptoms bobbin winder seat Check the following possible problems before requesting service. If the reference page is “*”, contact your authorized If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not passed Baby Lock retailer.
  • Page 100 Troubleshooting Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Symptom, Cause/solution Reference There are scratches around the opening in the needle plate. The LCD screen is fogged up. * There is a notch on the left side of the opening Condensation has formed on the LCD screen. –...
  • Page 101 Troubleshooting Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Symptom, Cause/solution Reference The upper thread is too tight. Fabric does not feed through the machine. The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. Feed dogs are set in the down position. 9, 55 • Slide the feed dog position switch to the right Bobbin thread breaks.
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Character or decorative stitch patterns are misaligned. Wrong presser foot was used. Stitch pattern adjustment settings were set incorrectly. Stitch pattern is irregular. Wrong presser foot was used. Thin or stretch fabrics are being sewn. • Attach stabilizer material to the fabric. Thread tension is set incorrectly.

  • Page 103: Error Messages

    Troubleshooting Error messages When erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation will be displayed on the LCD. Follow what is displayed. If you touch or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears. Error messages Cause/solution A malfunction occurred.
  • Page 104 Troubleshooting Error messages Cause/solution The bobbin thread is almost empty. This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is running out. Although a few stitches can be sewn when the “Start/Stop” button is pressed, replace with a wound bobbin immediately. When embroidering, press (Thread cutter button) to cut the threads, raise the presser foot, remove the embroidery frame, and then replace the bobbin...

  • Page 105: How Can I Find The Wireless Security Information (Ssid And Network Key)

    Troubleshooting Error messages Cause/solution If error message [F**] appears in the LCD while the machine is being used, the machine may be malfunctioning. Contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. How can I find the wireless security information (SSID and network key) 1) You should see the documentation provided with your wireless access point/router.

  • Page 106: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Item Specification Dimensions of machine Approx. 419 mm (W) × 194 mm (D) × 307 mm (H) (Approx. 16-1/2 inches (W) × 7-5/8 inches (D) × 12-3/32 inches (H)) Weight of machine Approx. 6.8 kg (Approx. 15 lb) Dimensions of machine with embroidery unit Approx.

  • Page 107: Updating Your Machine's Software

    Updating Your Machine’s Software Updating Your Machine’s Software The machine’s software can be updated using USB flash drive. When an update program is available on our website at www.babylock.com, please download the file(s) following the instructions on the website and steps listed below. When using the wireless function, the update mark is displayed on the wireless LAN key.

  • Page 108: Index

    Index Index Aligning the position ..............86 L/R Shift ..................39 Appliqué ..............56 Language ..................18 LCD ..................11 Leather ..................44 Light .................... 18 Ball point needle ................30 Bar tack stitch ................60 Basting stitch ................45 Blind hem stitch ................
  • Page 109 Index Terms of Use ................. 5 Thick fabrics ................43 Thin fabrics ................. 43 Thread ................. 30 Thread color display ..............79 Thread cutting ..............36 Thread density ..............17 Thread tension .............. 40 Transparent nylon thread ......23 Troubleshooting ................93 Twin needle ................
  • Page 116 English 888-P01 D029HN-001...

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