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- Page 1 Getting to Know: Diana A-LINE SERIES Model BL480A Baby Lock Consumer Helpline: 800-313-4110 www.babylock.com...
- Page 2 – you can always count on her to be there for you. Be sure to ask your Baby Lock Retailer about Diana’s friends in the A-Line Series, like Audrey, Anna and Grace. From classic tailored looks to modern-day fashions, the machines in the A-Line Series will help you sew and serge with success –...
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Page 3: Preparation For Threading
Setting Up Your Serger When threading, it’s important to consider the type of thread you use for serging. Remember, a serger creates a finished look with reinforced stitches, so strong thread is an important ingredient. A top quality, long staple, polyester or poly/cotton blend is the best choice. Skipped stitches and broken threads are often the direct result of using old or inferior thread. -
Page 4: Threading The Machine
Setting Up Your Serger Thread Spool cap Spool Cap • When using a regular thread spool, fit the spool cap supplied with the machine onto the thread spool as shown at right. Press in Thread spool Threading the Machine Threading Diagram Sequence: 5-Thread Chain Stitch-3-Thread overlock •... - Page 5 Threading Triple Cover Stitch Threading Diagram Sequence: Triple Cover Stitch • A color threading diagram is located inside the front cover for quick reference. • Thread the machine in the order 1 to 4 as shown at right. Note: Threads go through the take-up lever cover for cover stitch as shown.
- Page 6 Manual Threading Threading the Upper Looper (Green) Open the front cover and thread the upper looper as indicated in steps 1 through 9. CAUTION: Be sure to turn off power switch • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. • Thread the upper area of the machine following the green color-coded thread guides.
- Page 7 & Thread the balance of the upper looper area of the machine following the green color-coded thread guides. Thread the hole in the upper looper from front to back. Make sure thread passes behind lower looper. Pull about 10cm (4 inches) of thread through the looper and place to the back of the needle plate.
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Page 8: Manual Threading
Manual Threading Threading the Lower Looper (Blue) Open the front cover and thread the lower looper as indicated in steps 1 through 10. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. • Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper eye extends out 5 - 10mm from the needle plate edge. - Page 9 While holding thread with fingers, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. Place the thread from right to left, into the thread guide. Place the thread from right to left, into the thread guide.
- Page 10 Manual Threading Threading the Chain and Cover Chain Stitch Looper (Purple) Open the front cover and thread the chain stitch/cover stitch looper as indicated in steps 1 through 11. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. • Turn the handwheel toward you until the chain stitch looper eye extends out 5 - 10mm from the needle plate edge.
- Page 11 While holding thread with fingers, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. Place the thread from right and to left into threading guide.. Place the thread from right to left into threading guide.
- Page 12 Manual Threading Threading the Overlock Right Needle (Yellow) (B on needle clamp) Thread the center needle as indicated in steps 1 through 9. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide.
- Page 13 While holding thread with fingers, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. & Slip thread behind metal guide and into rear slot on thread guide. Pass thread into the slot of take-up lever cover.
- Page 14 Manual Threading Threading the Chain Stitch Needle (Red) (D on needle clamp) Center Needle Thread the center needle as indicated in steps 1 through 9. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide.
- Page 15 While holding thread with fingers, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. & Slip thread behind metal guide and into center slot on thread guide. Pass thread into the slot of take-up lever cover.
- Page 16 Manual Threading Threading the Left Cover Stitch Needle (Red) (C on needle clamp) Thread the cover stitch/left chain stitch needle as indicated in steps 1 through 9. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide.
- Page 17 While holding thread with fingers, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. & Slip thread behind metal guide and into rear slot on thread guide. Pass thread into the slot of take-up lever cover.
- Page 18 Manual Threading Threading the Cover Stitch Middle/Chain Needle (Yellow) (D on needle clamp) Center Needle Thread the center needle as indicated in steps 1 through 9. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide.
- Page 19 While holding thread with fingers, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. & Slip thread behind metal guide and into center slot on thread guide. Pass thread into the slot of take-up lever cover.
- Page 20 Manual Threading Threading the Cover Stitch Right Needle (Green) (E on needle clamp) Thread the cover stitch right needle as indicated in steps 1 through 9. • Raise Presser foot to release tension discs. Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide.
- Page 21 While holding thread with finger, pass it between the tension discs and pull thread down to make certain it is properly located in between the tension discs. & Slip thread behind metal guide and into front slot on thread guide. Pass thread into the slot of take-up lever cover.
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Page 22: How To Change Threads Tie On Method
Manual Threading Tie-on Method How to Change Threads Tie On Method • To change thread type or color, clip thread near the spool. • Place new thread on stand. • Tie new thread and old thread ends together with a square knot. -
Page 23: How To Adjust The Stitch Length
Stitch Settings Stitch Length How to Adjust the Stitch Length • The stitch length dial should be set on the N setting for most sewing conditions. • Adjust the stitch length to N-4 when sewing heavy weight fabrics. • Adjust the stitch length to 2-N when sewing lightweight fabrics to obtain excellent seams without puckering. -
Page 24: Chaining Off And Test Sewing
Starting to Serge Chaining Off and Test Sewing Note: The following instructions do not apply to cover stitch. For instructions on cover stitch, see page 48 “How to Sew a Cover Stitch”, in the instruction manual. • When the machine is completely threaded, bring all of the threads across the throat plate and slightly to the left under the pressor foot. - Page 25 Starting to Coverstitch At start of sewing Raise presser foot. Place fabric under presser foot behind the needle. Lower presser foot. 4 Note: When you start to sew from the middle of the fabric, place the fabric at the desired starting point of sewing. At end of sewing Stop sewing when the fabric is not under the needles...
- Page 26 Selection of Stitches & Auto Tension This machine is capable of producing various types of stitches according to the combination of Auto 22. SELECTION OF STITCHES & AUTO TENSION Tension Selected, needle positions, threading methods, and the use of convertible right looper/ converter.
- Page 27 Selection of Stitches & Auto Tension This machine is capable of producing various types of stitches according to the combination of Auto Tension Selected, needle positions, threading methods, and the use of convertible right looper/ converter. Instruction Stitch Type Reference ATD : Auto Tension Dial Selected Manual Page...
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Page 28: Handy Reference Chart
Handy Reference Chart 2 . HANDY REFERENCE CHART Tension Dial Selected : As select ATD option, Instruction Needle Manual Stitch Type the tension dial are set automatically. Page Reference Position Page Yellow Green Blue Purple Chain Stitch 4.0mm converter narrow 2-Thread Wrapped Edge Overlock 6.0mm... - Page 29 Create a classic silhouette by making a simple A-line skirt all on the serger. Skill Level: Beginner Supplies: • Baby Lock Diana serger • Wrap skirt pattern or template below • Paper to trace pattern • 4 Cones of Maxi-Lock serger thread •...
- Page 30 2. Measure your back waist (from hipbone to hipbone). Then, measure your front waist. 3. Adjust the pattern width according to your measurements. Add or subtract as needed. Remember the front pieces overlap. 4. On the front and back pattern, measure from the waist edge 4” down and draw a line. Trace this section off to form the front and back facings.
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