Baby-lock Sashiko 2 (BLQK2) Instruction and Reference Guide User Manual

Turn on the machinePress the “ l ” symbol on the main power switch located onthe right side of the machine.The lamp and one of the LED lights will com

OVERVIEW10FabricSide CoverThread Most threads used on an ordinary sewing machine (cotton, silk, long-staple polyester, etc.) may beused on your Baby L

OVERVIEW11Presser Foot Height AdjustmentPresser Foot Pressure Adjustment The presser foot pressure adjustment dial has been preset atthe factory and

OVERVIEW12Stitch Length & Stitch Spacing Levers54325432The stitch length lever and the stitch spacing lever are conveniently located on the right

OVERVIEW13Stitch Length AdjustmentSlide the stitch length lever up or down to the desired settingby aligning the lever’s pointed extension with

OVERVIEW14Stitch Spacing Adjustment325432Slide the stitch spacing lever up or down to the desiredsetting by aligning the lever’s pointe

OVERVIEW15Positioning ButtonThe positioning button is located on the left front of the machine to the right of the three LED lights.This single button

OVERVIEW16Needle down position to needle up position – press the positioning button one time and theneedle will move to the up position. If the needle

GETTINGREADY17Winding the BobbinabcAB1. Slide the spool of thread onto the spool pin. (Fig. A)2. Slide the correct size spool cap onto the spool pin.

GETTINGREADY18Loading Position1. Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the fully wound bobbininto the bobbin case so that the bobbin turns in a c

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"When using sashiko machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following."

GETTINGREADY19Bobbin Tension AdjustmentThe Sashiko stitch has the correct thread tension when theactual stitch sewn on the topside of the fabric lays

GETTINGREADY20Before removing the bobbin case from the machine the needle should be placed in the up position bypressing the positioning button, the t

GETTINGREADY21Pulling Up the Bobbin ThreadAB1. After inserting the bobbin into the machine, turn thehandwheel towards you (counterclockwise) severalti

GETTINGREADY22Beginning a StitchAB1. After loading bobbin into machine place fabric under the presser foot and lower the presser footlever. (Fig. A)2.

GETTINGREADY23Ending a StitchABC1. When ready to end stitching stop the machine. (Fig. A)2. Raise the needle to the up position by pressing the posi-t

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES24The Sashiko stitching will not unravel when the thread is cutbut the stitching can be pulled apart if the fabric pieces arepul

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES25Straight Sewing100001Align the presser foot height adjustment dial with the notchon the machine to “0” for the straight sewing

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES263120032001Align the presser foot height adjustment dial with the notchon the machine to one of the numbers ranging fr

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES27Pivot SewingABCDWhen the presser foot height adjustment dial is set at “0”to “1” the fabric cannot be pivoted without

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES28When the presser foot height adjustment dial is set at 1-1/2to 3 the fabric can be pivoted without the need to raise thepresse

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINEFor safe operation1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, latch wire

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES29Sewing Bulky SeamsMoving Within DesignsWhen sewing heavy fabrics, the toe of the presser footcan lift up and may cause th

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES30Traditional Sashiko Designs

BASICSASHIKOTECHNIQUES31Traditional Sashiko Designs

USEFULSEWINGINFORMTION32Quilting GuideTo use the quilting guide, loosen the quilt guidefixing screw located on the back of the presser

MAINTENANCE33Replacing Needle1. Press and hold the positioning button for approxi-mately 2 seconds to set the machine to the loadingposition. (

MAINTENANCE34Replacing Latch Wire1. Press and hold the positioning button for approxi-mately 2 seconds to set the machine to the loadingpositio

MAINTENANCE35Cleaning the Feed DogLint and fuzz can build up between the teeth of the feed dog area and if not kept clean can hinder theeven feed of y

MAINTENANCE36Cleaning the Shuttle HookIf lint and bits of thread accumulate in the hook, this will interfere with the smooth operation ofthe machine.

1. When the side cover is open.2. When the presser foot is in the raised position.3. When machine is set to the loading position andpresser fo

APPENDIX38TroubleshootingBefore taking your machine in for service at your Baby Lock retailer, check the following:The machine fails tostart:1. Are

INTRODUCTIONSafety Instructions ... 1-2Table of Cont

APPENDIX39Troubleshooting (cont.)Fabric will not feed through the machine:1. Is the feed dog free of lint?2. Is the presser foot pressure dial s

APPENDIX40Lightweight, Medium Weight, & Heavy Weight FabricsFillerThreadRecommendedMachine SettingsCottonLinenWoolStitchSpacingHigh Loft100% Cotto

APPENDIX41Lightweight, Medium Weight, & Heavy Weight FabricsFillerThreadRecommendedMachine SettingsCottonLinenWoolStitchSpacingHigh LoftPoly-meshT

The Baby Lock Sashiko is different than any other conventional sewing machine you have ever used.The Sashiko will make one stitch on the top of the fa

INTRODUCTION5AccessoriesYour Baby Lock Sashiko has a built-in accessory compartment. To open, slide the “bin” located on thebottom right sid

INTRODUCTION6Optional AccessoriesThere are optional accessories available for the Sashiko machine. Contact your Baby Lock retailer forinformation on p

OVERVIEW7Principal Parts of The Machine1. Presser foot lever 20. Thumb screw holes 2. Quilting guide fixing screw 21. Positioning button3. Presser foo

OVERVIEW8Setting Up Your SashikoAfter removing the packing materials from the box, gently lift your Baby Lock Sashiko by grasp-ing the handle provided