Baby Lock Aria BLAR Instruction Manual

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSB-8The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before usin

SEWING THE STITCHESS-44aSelect .bPress to set the machine to free motion sewing mode.→ The key appears as , the quilting foot is raised to the nece

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-45S2fUsing the measurement on the quilting foot as a guide, sew around the motif.a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inc

SEWING THE STITCHESS-46cUse a chalk to mark on the fabric about 5 mm (3/16 inch) from the edge of the fabric, and then baste it.dFold back the fabric

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-47S2kAdjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem.a Needle drop pointWhen

SEWING THE STITCHESS-48<Normal fabric>a Wrong side of fabricb Right side of fabriclSew with the fold of the hem against the presser foot guide.m

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-49S2 Appliqué CornersStop the machine with the needle in the right position of the outside (or inside) co

SEWING THE STITCHESS-50eUnfold the fabric, and iron the tucks to one side.Scallop Stitches This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop stitch.

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-51S2cSelect a stitch for top stitching. dPlace the fabric right side up in the machine, and center the pr

SEWING THE STITCHESS-52Fagoting When there is a space between two fabrics with thread sewn over the space to join the fabrics together, it is called f

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-53S2eSelect or .fSew over the tape (or elastic).gPull out the straight stitch threads.Heirloom Hemstitc

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSB-9Needle and Presser Foot Sectiona Buttonhole leverThe buttonhole lever is used with the one-step buttonhol

SEWING THE STITCHESS-54cStart sewing.Example: Illustration of finished product Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1))aPull out several threads from one ar

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-55S2cSew the decorative stitch in the center of the five threads created above.One-step Buttonholes With o

SEWING THE STITCHESS-56aSelect a buttonhole stitch, and attach buttonhole foot “A”.bMark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric.a Mar

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-57S2gInsert a pin along the inside of one of the bar tacks, and then insert the seam ripper into the cente

SEWING THE STITCHESS-58 Odd Shaped Buttons/Buttons that do Not Fit into the Button Holder Plate Use the markings on the presser foot scale to set the

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-59S2cCheck that the needle drops at the desired position and lower the presser foot, making sure the upper

SEWING THE STITCHESS-60cSet the fabric so that the pocket moves toward you during sewing.dCheck the first needle drop point and lower the presser foot

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-61S2 Bar Tacks on Thick FabricsPlace a piece of folded fabric or cardboard beside the fabric being sewn t

SEWING THE STITCHESS-62 Attaching 4 Hole ButtonsSew the two holes closest to you. Then raise the presser foot and move the fabric so that the needle

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-63S2eUse the eyelet punch to make a hole in the center of the stitching.Multi-directional Sewing (Straight

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSB-10Operation Buttonsa “Start/Stop” button Press this button and the machine will sew a few stitches at a sl

SEWING THE STITCHESS-64eSelect and sew seam “3” as shown. → The fabric feeds forward while stitching backward.fSelect and sew seam “4” as shown. →

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-65S2eTopstitch 7 mm to 10 mm (approx. 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch) from the seamed edge of the fabric, then remov

SEWING THE STITCHESS-66eAlign the right side of the pin in zipper foot “I” with the presser foot holder, and attach the presser foot.a Right b Left c

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-67S2nOpen the zipper and sew the rest of the seam.a Basting stitches b 7 mm to 10 mm (approx. 1/4 inch to

STITCH SETTING CHARTS-68The following chart shows information for each utility stitch concerning applications, stitch lengths, stitch widths, and whet

STITCH SETTING CHARTSewing S-69Overcasting stitchReinforcing of heavyweight fabric5.0(3/16)2.5 - 5.0(3/32 - 3/16)2.5(3/32)0.4 - 5.0(1/64 - 3/16)NOOver

STITCH SETTING CHARTS-70Quilting appliqué stitchQuilting stitch for invisible appliqué or attaching binding1.5(1/16)0.0 - 7.0(0 - 1/4)1.8(1/16)0.4 - 5

STITCH SETTING CHARTSewing S-71Serpentine stitchDecorative stitching and attaching elastic5.0(3/16)0.0 - 7.0(0 - 1/4)1.0(1/16)0.2 - 5.0(1/64 - 3/16)OK

STITCH SETTING CHARTS-72Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems6.0(15/64)0.0 - 7.0(0 - 1/4)4.0(3/16)0.4 - 5.0(1/64 - 3/16)OK( J )Hemstitching Heirloom,

STITCH SETTING CHARTSewing S-73Keyhole buttonholeButtonholes in heavyweight or thick fabrics for larger flat buttons7.0(1/4)3.0 - 7.0(1/8 - 1/4)0.5(1/

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSB-11Included Accessories12345 678 9 10111213141516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 29 3031 32 33 34 35 36

STITCH SETTING CHARTS-74Forward (Zigzag)For attaching appliqué on tubular pieces of fabric and mitering corners— — — —NOReverse (Zigzag)For attaching

STITCH SETTING CHARTSewing S-75Tape attaching Attaching tape to seam in stretch fabric5.50(7/32)0.00 - 7.00(0 - 1/4)1.4(1/16)0.2 - 5.0(1/64 - 3/16)NOS

Chapter 3S SewingCharacter/Decorative StitchesSELECTING STITCH PATTERNS...77Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decor

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-77S3Press to display the screen below. There are 7 categories of Character/Decorative

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSS-78Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/Cross

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-79S3dPress and then enter “B”.ePress and then enter “lue”.fPress to enter a space

SELECTING STITCH PATTERNSS-80 Adjusting the Character SpacingThe space between the characters can be adjusted.aPress .* Press to display on the s

SEWING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-81S3Sewing Attractive Finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing character/decorat

SEWING STITCH PATTERNSS-82ePress the “Start/Stop” button to stop sewing. fPress the “Reverse Stitch” button or “Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew re

SEWING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-83S3bAttach monogramming foot “N” and sew the pattern. cCompare the finished pattern to th

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONSB-12OptionsThe following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately from your authoriz

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSS-84 Key FunctionsYou can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make patterns larger or smaller, make m

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-85S3No. Display Key Name Explanation Pagea Pattern display size Show the approximate size

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSS-86Changing the SizeSelect a stitch pattern, then press to change the size of the stitch pattern. The stitch pattern will be

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-87S3Changing the Length (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) When 7mm satin stitch patter

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSS-88Changing Thread Density (for Satin Stitch Patterns Only) After selecting a satin stitch pattern, press to select your pre

EDITING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-89S3Checking the ImageYou can display an approximate size image of the selected stitch pa

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSS-90You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches or satin stitches. You can

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-91S3eSelect .fPress to sew the pattern continuously.gPress .Combining Large and Small

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSS-92Combining Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns Example:aPress .bPress again, then press .→ The pattern is flipped a

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-93S3cPress .→ The entered pattern is repeated.Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Sati

Basic operationsThis section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions.Page num

COMBINING STITCH PATTERNSS-94ePress .→ The entered pattern is repeated. More ExamplesPress → → → → .Press → → → → → → → → .Pres

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-95S3Stitch Data PrecautionsObserve the following precautions when using stitch data oth

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONS-96Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s MemoryYou can save often used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory. A total of

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-97S3cPress .→ A confirmation message appears.dPress .* If you decide not to delete the

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONS-98bInsert the USB media into the USB port on the machine.a USB port for mouse/media (USB 2.0)b USB mediacPress .* Press t

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-99S3cPress .dPress .* Press to return to the original screen without saving.→ The sti

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONS-100Recalling from USB MediaYou can recall a specific stitch pattern from either direct USB media or a folder in the USB med

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-101S3ePress .* Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from t

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONS-102fPress . * Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the “Removable Disk” folder in your co

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTIONCharacter/Decorative StitchesSewing S-103S3

Chapter 1B Basic operationsGetting ReadyTURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF...15Setting Your Machine for the First Time ...

Chapter 4S SewingHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)ABOUT BOBBIN WORK...105PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK...

ABOUT BOBBIN WORKHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)Sewing S-105S4Beautiful embroidery work, with a three-dimensional appearance, can be created by win

PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORKS-106 Lower threadWe recommend the following types of threads for bobbin work.* When wide ribbon or heavy weight threads are

PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORKHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)Sewing S-107S4Preparing the Bobbin ThreadIn order to create bobbin work, the bobbin case mu

PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORKS-108hInstall the needle plate cover.For details on installing the needle plate cover, refer to “Cleaning the Race” of “Appen

PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORKHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)Sewing S-109S4lInstall the bobbin wound with thread.Whether or not tension should be applie

PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORKS-110 When tension is not applied to the bobbin threadIf the bobbin thread in the trial stitching is too tight and adjusting

CREATING BOBBIN WORKHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)Sewing S-111S4Positioning the Fabric and SewingaTurn on the machine.bSelect a stitch in the Util

CREATING BOBBIN WORKS-112hUse the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot.iWith the wrong side facing up, place the fabric under the presser foot

CREATING BOBBIN WORKHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)Sewing S-113S4qWhen you have reached the end of the stitching area, stop the machine.rRaise the

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFFGetting ReadyBasic operations B-15B1TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF WARNING• Use only regular household electricity for the power

ADJUSTING THE THREAD TENSIONS-114After sewing trial stitches and checking the sewing results, adjust the thread tensions if necessary. After adjusting

TROUBLESHOOTINGHow to Create Bobbin Work (Sewing)Sewing S-115S4Several solutions for minor problems are described below. If the problem persists, cont

TROUBLESHOOTINGS-116

AppendixThis section provides important information for operating this machine. Please read this section to find troubleshooting tips and pointers as

Chapter 1A AppendixMaintenance and TroubleshootingCARE AND MAINTENANCE ...3Restrictions on oiling ...

CARE AND MAINTENANCEMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-3A1Restrictions on oilingIn order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be oiled

CARE AND MAINTENANCEA-4gUse the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint and dust from the race and bobbin thread sensor and the surround

CARE AND MAINTENANCEMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-5A1Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case AreaThe cutter below the needle plate should b

ADJUSTING THE SCREENA-6Adjusting the Brightness of the Screen DisplayUnder certain lighting conditions, the brightness of the LCD screen may need to b

TROUBLESHOOTINGMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-7A1If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before req

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFFB-16aInsert the power supply cord into the power cord receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet.a Main power switc

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-8dWhile holding the bobbin in place with your finger, pass the thread through the slit in the needle plate.* Hold down the bobbin wit

TROUBLESHOOTINGMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-9A1dRaise the presser foot using the presser foot lever.* If the presser foot is not raised,

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-10Incorrect thread tension Symptoms• Symptom 1: The lower thread is visible from the upper side of the fabric.• Symptom 2: The upper

TROUBLESHOOTINGMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-11A1Fabric is caught in the machine and cannot be removedIf the fabric is caught in the sewin

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-12kSlightly lift up the needle plate, cut any tangled threads, and then remove the needle plate.Remove the fabric and threads from th

TROUBLESHOOTINGMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-13A1qInsert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the needle plate, and then slide the cove

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-14List of SymptomsProblem Cause Solution PageThe thread is tangled on the wrong side of the fabric.Upper threading is incorrect. Chec

TROUBLESHOOTINGMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-15A1Skipped stitches Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. Replace the needle. B-47Usi

TROUBLESHOOTINGA-16High-pitched sound while sewing Dust or lint is caught in the feed dogs. Remove the dust or lint. A-3Pieces of thread are caught

ERROR MESSAGESMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-17A1If the machine is not properly set and the “Start/Stop” button or the “Reverse Stitch” but

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFFGetting ReadyBasic operations B-17B1dPress or to set time/date.a Press to display the time on the screen.b Set the year

ERROR MESSAGESA-18The bobbin thread is almost empty. This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is running out.The bobbin winder safety device h

SPECIFICATIONSMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-19A1* Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice.When the speed contro

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWAREA-20You can use USB media or a computer to upgrade software for your sewing machine.When an upgrade program is availa

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWAREMaintenance and TroubleshootingAppendix A-21A1Upgrade Procedure Using ComputeraWhile pressing the “Automatic Threadin

INDEXA-22AAccessoriesincluded accessories ... B-10options ...

INDEXAppendix A-23A1NNeedlechanging the needle ... B-47changing the needle position ...

INDEXA-24WWalking foot ... B-45ZZigzag stitches ...

TRADEMARKSIMPORTANT:READ BEFORE DOWNLOADING, COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING.By downloading, copying, installing or using the software you agree to this

LCD SCREENB-18 Utility Stitch ScreenPress a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operatio

English882-D11Printed in TaiwanXF6507-001

LCD SCREENGetting ReadyBasic operations B-19B1* All key functions of the LCD are explained in the “Key Functions” table on the following page. Key Fu

LCD SCREENB-20For additional operational information, refer to page reference number listed above.j Presser foot/Needle exchange keyPress this key bef

LCD SCREENGetting ReadyBasic operations B-21B1Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position,

LCD SCREENB-22m Select the needle stop position (the needle position when the machine is not operating) to be up or down. Select the down position whe

LCD SCREENGetting ReadyBasic operations B-23B1u Change the brightness of the needle area and work area lights.v Change the screen display brightness (

LCD SCREENB-24 Selecting the “Eco Mode” or “Shutoff Support Mode”You can save the machine power by setting the eco mode or the shutoff support mode.I

LCD SCREENGetting ReadyBasic operations B-25B1 Selecting the Initial Screen DisplayThe Initial screen that appears on the machine can be changed.aPre

LCD SCREENB-26Using the Sewing Machine Help Key Press to open the sewing machine help screen. Three functions are available from the screen shown be

LCD SCREENGetting ReadyBasic operations B-27B1Using the Operation Guide FunctionPress to open the screen shown below. Five categories are displayed

INTRODUCTIONB-1Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study th

LCD SCREENB-28Example: Displaying information about upper threadingaPress .bPress .cPress . → The lower half of the screen will change.dPress (upper

LCD SCREENGetting ReadyBasic operations B-29B1dRead the explanations and select the appropriate stitch.→ The screen displays directions for sewing the

LOWER THREADINGB-30Winding the BobbinPress → → → → in this order to display a video example of bobbin winding on the LCD (see page B-29). Follow

LOWER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-31B1cSet the supplemental spool pin in the “up” position.a Supplemental spool pindPlace the spool of th

LOWER THREADINGB-32fPass the thread around the pre-tension disk making sure that the thread is under the pre-tension disk. a Pre-tension disk→ Make su

LOWER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-33B1jPress .→ Bobbin winding starts automatically. The bobbin stops rotating when bobbin winding is com

LOWER THREADINGB-34aTurn the main power to ON and open the top cover.bAlign the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the bobbin winder shaft, and s

LOWER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-35B1aIf the thread becomes tangled under the bobbin winder seat, press once to stop the bobbin windin

LOWER THREADINGB-36bSlide the bobbin cover latch to the right.a Bobbin coverb Latch→ The bobbin cover opens.cRemove the bobbin cover.dInsert the bobbi

LOWER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-37B1fInsert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover (1), and then lightly press down on th

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSB-25Always keep your work area clear:• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings

UPPER THREADINGB-38Upper ThreadingPress → → → → in this order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page B-29). Follow the

UPPER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-39B1dPivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the th

UPPER THREADINGB-40gWhile holding the thread in your right hand, pass the thread through the thread guide in the direction indicated.hGuide the thread

UPPER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-41B1mPress the “Automatic Threading” button to have the machine automatically thread the needle.→ The t

UPPER THREADINGB-42Using the Twin Needle Mode The twin needle can only be used for patterns that show after being selected. Before you select a stit

UPPER THREADINGGetting ReadyBasic operations B-43B1ePlace the additional spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that the thread unwinds fro

UPPER THREADINGB-44lStart sewing.Sample of Twin Needle SewingUsing Threads that Unwind Quickly Using the Spool NetIf using transparent nylon monofila

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOTGetting ReadyBasic operations B-45B1Removing the Presser FootaPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bPress

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOTB-46 Attaching the Free Motion Echo Quilting Foot “E”aFollow the steps in “Removing the Presser Foot” in the previous page.b

CHANGING THE NEEDLEGetting ReadyBasic operations B-47B1aPress the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle.bPress to lock all keys and buttons.*

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSB-3SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSThis machine is intended for household use.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (i

CHANGING THE NEEDLEB-48dWith the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle all the way to the top of the needle stopper (viewing

ABOUT THE NEEDLE AND FABRICGetting ReadyBasic operations B-49B1About the NeedleThe sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the se

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINEB-50Using USB Mediaa USB port for mouse/media (USB 2.0)b USB mediaConnecting the Machine to

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINEGetting ReadyBasic operations B-51B1 Clicking a KeyWhen the mouse is connected, the pointer

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINEB-52cRaise the presser foot lever.dPush the black button on the presser foot holder and remo

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINEGetting ReadyBasic operations B-53B1 Attaching/Detaching ToeAttach the toe by aligning the

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINEB-54cUse or to increase or decrease the feeding of the top fabric.* Select “00” for sewi

SewingThis section describes procedures for using the various utility stitches as well as other functions. It provides details on basic sewing in addi

Chapter 1S SewingSewing BasicsSEWING...3Sewing a Stitch ...

SEWINGSewing BasicsSewing S-3S1Sewing a StitchaTurn the main power to ON and display the utility stitches, and push the “Needle Position” button to ra

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSB-4Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)This device complies with Part 15 of t

SEWINGS-4gPress the “Start/Stop” button to start sewing.* Guide the fabric lightly by hand.hPress the “Start/Stop” button again to stop sewing.iPress

SEWINGSewing BasicsSewing S-5S1aInsert the foot controller plug into its jack on the machine.a Foot controllerb Foot controller jackbSlowly depress th

SEWINGS-6bPress to set the automatic reinforcement stitching function.→ The key will display as .cSet the fabric in the start position and start se

SEWINGSewing BasicsSewing S-7S1Sewing CurvesSew slowly while keeping the seam parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve.C

SEWINGS-8 If the Fabric does not Fit under the Presser FootIf the presser foot is in the up position, and you are sewing heavyweight or multiple laye

SEWINGSewing BasicsSewing S-9S1Sewing Lightweight Fabrics Place thin paper or tear away embroidery stabilizer under thin fabrics to make sewing easier

STITCH SETTINGSS-10When you select a stitch, your machine automatically selects the appropriate stitch width, stitch length, “L/R SHIFT”, and upper th

STITCH SETTINGSSewing BasicsSewing S-11S1Setting the Stitch Length Follow the steps below when you want to change the stitch pattern length.Example:Pr

STITCH SETTINGSS-12Setting the Thread Tension You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used. Follow the ste

STITCH SETTINGSSewing BasicsSewing S-13S1 Upper Thread is Too LooseIf the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINEB-5WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINEB Basic operationsAfter purchasing your machine, be sure to read this section fir

USEFUL FUNCTIONSS-14Automatic Thread CuttingAfter selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the mac

USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing BasicsSewing S-15S1Using the Knee LifterUsing the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving

USEFUL FUNCTIONSS-16aSelect a stitch.bPress to select the pivot setting.→ The key appears as .cPlace the fabric under the presser foot with the nee

USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing BasicsSewing S-17S1dPress the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine at the point where the sewing direction changes.→ The mac

USEFUL FUNCTIONSS-18Needle Position – Stitch PlacementWhen the “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” is on, the needle will be partially lowered for pr

USEFUL FUNCTIONSSewing BasicsSewing S-19S1

Chapter 2S SewingUtility StitchesSELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ...21Selecting a Stitch ...

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-21S2Selecting a StitchThere are 5 categories of Utility Stitches.aTurn the main power to ON and dis

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHESS-22 Using the Image KeyYou can display an image of the selected stitch. You can check and change the colors of the image o

SELECTING UTILITY STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-23S2 Retrieving Saved SettingsaSelect a stitch.bPress .→ The memory function screen appears.cPress

CONTENTSB-6TRADEMARKSINTRODUCTION... 1IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 1WHAT YOU CAN DO WI

SEWING THE STITCHESS-24Straight StitchesSee page S-68 for the detailed information of stitches.a Left needle positionb Middle needle positiona Reverse

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-25S2ePress the “Start/Stop” button to sew forward.a Reverse stitches → The machine will begin sewing slowl

SEWING THE STITCHESS-26 Aligning the Fabric with a Mark on the Needle Plate or Bobbin Cover (with Mark)While sewing, align the edge of the fabric wit

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-27S2eGrasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.a Bobbin casefUse the disc-shaped screwdriver included wi

SEWING THE STITCHESS-28 BastingaSelect and attach presser foot “J”.bPress the “Reverse Stitch” button to sew reinforcement stitches, then continue

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-29S2eIron the dart to one side so that it is flat.GatheringUse on waists of skirts, sleeves of shirts, etc

SEWING THE STITCHESS-30reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the end of sewing.a About 12 mm (approx. 1/2 inch)b Wrong sidecSpread

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-31S2dSew a straight stitch along the fold.* When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement

SEWING THE STITCHESS-32 Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt) Turn back the desired width of fabric and position it over the lower fabric, then sew so that the

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-33S2Elastic Zigzag Stitches Use elastic zigzag stitches for tape attaching, overcasting, darning, or a wid

CONTENTSB-7COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS ... 90Before Combining... 90Comb

SEWING THE STITCHESS-34aSelect a stitch and attach presser foot “G”.bLower the presser foot so that the presser foot guide is set flush against the ed

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-35S2bSew with the needle dropping slightly off the edge of the fabric.a Needle drop position Quilting You

SEWING THE STITCHESS-36 Piecing Sewing two pieces of fabric together is called piecing. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make sure the seam allo

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-37S2 Piecing Using the 1/4" Quilting Foot with Guide (optional with some models)This quilting foot c

SEWING THE STITCHESS-38 Appliqué aTrace the pattern onto the appliqué fabric and then cut around it, leaving a 3 mm to 5 mm (approx. 1/8 inch to 3/16

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-39S2You can use the appliqué technique to attach appliqué designs like the three pictured below. Quilting

SEWING THE STITCHESS-40 Free Motion QuiltingWith free motion quilting, the feed dogs can be lowered by pressing , so that the fabric can be moved fr

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-41S2dAttach free motion open toe quilting foot “O” by positioning the pin of the quilting foot above the n

SEWING THE STITCHESS-42aAttach the straight stitch needle plate (see page S-26).a Round holebSelect or .cPress to set the machine to free motion se

SEWING THE STITCHESUtility StitchesSewing S-43S2fUse both hands to stretch the fabric taut, and then move the fabric at a consistent pace in order to