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OVERVIEW81. Remove machine from boxAfter removing the packing materials from thebox, gently lift your Baby Lock by grasping thehandle provided
OVERVIEW9Setting Up Your Baby Lock (Cont.)5. Position the telescopic thread guide. Raise the telescopic thread guide to its highest position. Rot
OVERVIEW10Thread CutterPresser Foot Pressure AdjustmentSnapOn Presser FootPresser FootRelease LeverThere is a thread cutter located on the left side
The stitch length adjusting dial is conveniently located just to the left of the frontcover, near the base plate (fig. A). Thedial show
The chain looper dial is color coded blue for easy identification. The tension settings range from 0 to 9.The fabric, thread and stitch that you are w
THREADING13Threading PreparationWhen using overlock threads (cones) place the cone securely overthe spool holder on your machine. The spoo
THREADING14Chain Looper1. With the presser foot up and machine lock button in the locked position, (fig. A pg. 13).2. Place the thread cone or spool o
THREADING15Left Needle C-11. Raise presser foot and place the thread on the far left spool pin. Slip the thread into the telescopicantenna thread gui
THREADING16There are marks on the bed of the Baby Lock that can be used as a guide while sewing.It will depend on what cover or chain stitch needle po
THREADING17When threading is complete, the loose threads should initially interlock on fabric. This is most important when sewing the chain or cover
"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"When using overlock machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following.Read
CHAINSTITCHING18The chain stitch is formed using two threads, one thread in the needle and one thread in the chainlooper.Chain Stitc
CHAINSTITCHING19Balanced tension -Chain stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sews astraight seam on the top side and the chain looper thr
COVERSTITCH20The narrow cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on the top side of the fabric with anoverlock stitch on the underside
COVERSTITCH21Balanced tension -Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sewstwo rows of straight stitching on the top side an
COVERSTITCH22The narrow cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on the top side of the fabric with theoverlock stitch on the underside
COVERSTITCH23Balanced tension -Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle threads sewtwo rows of straight stitching on the top side and
COVERSTITCH24The wide cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on top the fabric with an overlock stitch onthe underside of the fabric.
COVERSTITCH25Balanced tension -Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle threads sewtwo rows of straight stitching on the topside and
COVERSTITCH26The Triple Cover Stitch can be used for topstitching, hemming, and elastic application . The stitch canalso be used as a decorative stitc
COVERSTITCH27Balanced tension -Triple Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle threadssew three rows of straight stitching on the topside
1Welcome to the Baby Lock Cover Stitch MachineYour Baby Lock Cover Stitch machine provides a variety of chain and cover stitches, allowing you tocreat
TECHNIQUES28Sew to the point in fabric where you want to turn a corner. Stop the machine. Turn the handwheeltoward you (counter cl
TECHNIQUES291. Leave one seam on the garment open.2. Measure, turn up and press hem on garment.3. On right side of garment mark hem allowance wit
TECHNIQUES30The Chain Stitch and Cover Stitch can easily be removed. Trim the chain tail to edge of fabric and the"end" of the seam and pull
SPECIALTYTHREADS31Stitching with specialty threads can form beautiful stitches. These heavy or shiny threads can be usedto enhance the appearance of a
SPECIALTYTHREADS32Heavyweight threads can be used through the chain looper threadpaths. Specific techniques may require that the thread bypass thethr
SPECIALTYTHREADS331. Open the front cover and raise the presser foot.2. At the threading port, cut the chain looper thread. Removechain lo
SPECIALTYTHREADS341. Open the front cover and raise the presser foot.2. At the threading port, cut the chain looper thread. (fig.A)Remove th
SPECIALTYTHREADS35Specialty Thread Guide ChartCHAIN/COVERSTITCHES2-Thread ChainC-1, C-2, or C-3Needle Position3-Thread CoverStitchLeft NarrowRight Nar
MAINTENANCE36Before taking your machine in for service, check the following:Machine fails to start:1. Are electrical plugs properly connected?2. Is th
Stitch Unbalanced:1. Is the machine threaded correctly?2. Is the proper presser foot on the machine?3. Is the correct needle inserted and threaded?4.
TABLEOFCONTENTS2Table of ContentsOVERVIEW ...
MAINTENANCE38Needle Identification (fig. A)-The chain/cover stitch needles are on the front portion of theneedle clamp and are identified by
MAINTENANCE39Replacing Light Bulb15W/110V(Screw Type)15W/230V(Bayonet Type)1. For safety reasons, unplug main power cord prior of replacing light bulb
Your Baby Lock will operate at best performance if it is kept clean at all times. Your Baby Lock's major moving parts are well protected and do n
TECHNICALDATA41Technical DataLooper Threading System: Jet Air Threading for chain looperTension Dials: Dials for Chain/Cover stitch needlesStitch Leng
STITCHSELECTIONCHART42 42Chart for stitch selection settings for Chain/CoverStitch nameNb.Needles& ndle positionStitchL/dialLeft needletension dia
TABLEOFCONTENTS3Table of Contents (Cont.)CHAIN/COVER STITCH ...
OVERVIEW4How Your Machine OperatesAwareness of its simple operation will enable you to become more proficient in its use. Please read allinstructions
OVERVIEW5Overview of the Baby Lock1. Presser foot pressure adjusting screw2. Machine lock button release lever3. Machine lock button4. Presser
OVERVIEW6AccessoriesYour Baby Lock has a builtin accessory compartment. To open, swing the "lid" on the thread spoolstand to the right to
Your Baby Lock is set up with Organ ELx705CF needles size 90/14. This is suitable for most mediumand heavy weight fabrics. For light weight fabrics us
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