Baby-lock Aventura (BLMAV) Instruction and Reference Guide User Manual

CONTENTSviiiA AppendixChapter 1 MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 2Care and Maintenance... 2Restrictions on oilin

Zipper/piping InsertionS-24hTopstitch around the zipper.1 Stitching2 Right side of fabric3 Basting stitching4 End of zipper openingiRemove the basting

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic TapeSewing S-25UTILITY STITCHESS• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing”

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingS-26• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic o

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingSewing S-27UTILITY STITCHESSfTurn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise), and then begin sewing around the

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingS-28 Piecing using the 1/4" quilting foot with guide (sold separately with some models)This quilting foot

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingSewing S-29UTILITY STITCHESSeStart sewing.fWhen the end of the stitching is reached, stop the machine.Sew until

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingS-30 Using the quilting guide (sold separately with some models)Use the quilting guide to sew parallel stitche

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingSewing S-31UTILITY STITCHESSeHold the quilting foot in place with your right hand, and tighten the presser foot

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingS-32eAttach free motion quilting foot “C” at the front with the presser foot holder screw aligned with the notc

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingSewing S-33UTILITY STITCHESSaSlide the feed dog position switch, located at the rear of the machine on the base

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

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt StitchingS-34Finished projectgAfter sewing is finished, slide the feed dog position switch lever to (to the right as s

Reinforcement StitchingSewing S-35UTILITY STITCHESSReinforce points that will be subject to strain, such as sleeve holes, inseams and pocket corners.•

Reinforcement StitchingS-36• When lowering the presser foot, do not push in the front of the presser foot, otherwise the bar tack will not be sewn wit

Reinforcement StitchingSewing S-37UTILITY STITCHESSdPosition the fabric so that the needle is 2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the area to be darned.1 Tea

Eyelet StitchingS-38Eyelets, such as those on belts, can be sewn.• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” se

Attaching Patches or Emblems to Shirt SleevesSewing S-39UTILITY STITCHESSUse these stitch patterns to attach patches or emblems to pant legs, shirt sl

Attaching Patches or Emblems to Shirt SleevesS-40kAfter you have sewn to the corner, stop the machine, and then select stitch again.lAfter sewing 3

Decorative StitchingSewing S-41UTILITY STITCHESSThe utility stitches contain the following decorative stitches.• Using the table below, refer to “Usin

Decorative StitchingS-42fSew with the center of the presser foot aligned along the center of the two pieces of fabric.gAfter sewing is finished, remov

Decorative StitchingSewing S-43UTILITY STITCHESSeSelect stitch , or .fStitch between the straight stitches.gPull out the threads for the straight

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsB-2The names of the various parts of the machine and their functions are described below. Before using the m

Decorative StitchingS-44dTurn the fabric over so that the right side faces up, and then sew over the seam with the center of the presser foot aligned

Decorative StitchingSewing S-45UTILITY STITCHESSdWith the right side of the fabric facing up, sew along the right edge of the frayed section.ePress th

Decorative StitchingS-46

Decorative sewingThis section provides instructions on sewing character stitches and decorative stitches as well as on adjusting and editing them. Pag

Selecting Stitch PatternsD-2Selecting decorative stitch patterns/satin stitch patterns/7 mm satin stitch patterns/cross stitch/utility decorative stit

Selecting Stitch PatternsDecorative sewing D-3CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDcPress and then enter “B”.dPress / to display “l”, “u” and “e”, and

Sewing Stitch PatternsD-4Sewing attractive finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing character/decorative stitches, check the table below for

Sewing Stitch PatternsDecorative sewing D-5CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDfPress (Reverse stitch button) or (Reinforcement stitch button) to sew

Sewing Stitch PatternsD-6dPress , and then adjust the pattern with the “Fine Adjust Verti.” or “Fine Adjust Horiz.” displays. If the pattern is bunc

Editing Stitch PatternsDecorative sewing D-7CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDYou can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsGETTING READYBasic operations B-3B9 Foot controller jackInsert the plug on the end of the foot controller ca

Editing Stitch PatternsD-8C Some of the following keys will appear, depending on the selected stitch pattern.Elongation key When 7mm satin stitch patt

Editing Stitch PatternsDecorative sewing D-9CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDChanging the sizeAfter selecting desired stitch, press and then press

Editing Stitch PatternsD-10Changing thread density (for satin stitch patterns only) After selecting a satin stitch pattern, press on the editing scr

Editing Stitch PatternsDecorative sewing D-11CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDChecking the imageYou can display an approximate size image of the select

Combining Stitch PatternsD-12You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches or satin stitches. You can

Combining Stitch PatternsDecorative sewing D-13CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDdPress to display editing screen again, and then press .→ The pattern

Combining Stitch PatternsD-14dPress once.→ The length of the image is set to .ePress to display the previous screen, and select the same pattern a

Using The Memory FunctionDecorative sewing D-15CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDStitch data precautionsObserve the following precautions when using sti

Using The Memory FunctionD-16 If the memory is fullIf the following screen appears while you are trying to save a pattern on the machine’s memory, th

Using The Memory FunctionDecorative sewing D-17CHARACTER / DECORATIVE STITCHESDRetrieving stitch patterns from the machine’s memoryaPress .→ The pocke

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsB-4Embroidery Unit1 Embroidery frame holderInsert the embroidery frame into the embroidery frame holder to h

Using The Memory FunctionD-18ePress .• Press to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the USB flash drive.→ The selected stitc

EmbroideringThis section provides instruction to embroider designs with this machine.Page number starts with “E” in this section.The screen display an

Selecting PatternsE-2Prepare the machine for embroidery according to the instructions on “STARTING TO EMBROIDER” of “Basic operations”.Selecting embro

Selecting PatternsEmbroidering E-3EMBROIDERYEdPress to display “e” on the screen, and then enter “e”.• After selecting a character if you would like

Selecting PatternsE-4 Entering a line feedUsing the line feed key, multiple lines of text can be entered. Each line becomes a group, each of which ca

Editing PatternsEmbroidering E-5EMBROIDERYEWhen a pattern is selected in the pattern selection screen and is pressed, the pattern editing screen app

Editing PatternsE-6Moving the patternaPress .bUse to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow. • Press to center the pattern.1 Distan

Editing PatternsEmbroidering E-7EMBROIDERYEChanging the thread color You can change the thread color by choosing a new color from the thread colors in

Editing PatternsE-8Displaying patterns in the screen magnificationaPress .→ Magnification select screen is displayed. bPress desired magnification to

Editing Character PatternsEmbroidering E-9EMBROIDERYEFont editing screen appears by pressing on the pattern editing screen. Font editing screenChan

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsGETTING READYBasic operations B-5BOperation panel and operation keys1 LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch pa

Editing Character PatternsE-10Changing the font of entered charactersAfter text has been entered, the font can be changed.aPress .bSelect the font tha

Editing Character PatternsEmbroidering E-11EMBROIDERYEcPress to return to the font editing screen.Editing single charactersPress so that a single

Editing Character PatternsE-12Changing the configuration of character patternsaPress .bPress the key of the layout you want to embroider.• When select

Combining PatternsEmbroidering E-13EMBROIDERYEEditing combined patterns Example: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and editing

Combining PatternsE-14mWhen all editing is finished, press and then .→ Embroidering screen appears. Selecting combined embroidery patternsIf multi

Editing All PatternsEmbroidering E-15EMBROIDERYEWhen is pressed in the editing screen, the embroidery settings screen appears. After editing the pat

Editing All PatternsE-16eUse to align the needle and the mark on the fabric, and begin embroidering the pattern.Embroidering linked charactersFollow

Editing All PatternsEmbroidering E-17EMBROIDERYEiAs in step a , select the character patterns for “DEF”.jPress .kPress , and then press .→ The needl

Embroidery ApplicationsE-18Sewing embroidery patterns which use appliqué When the color sewing order display shows (APPLIQUE MATERIAL), (APPLIQUE POSI

Embroidery ApplicationsEmbroidering E-19EMBROIDERYE 2. Sewing the appliqué position on the base fabricaAttach stabilizer material to the wrong side o

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsB-6Included accessoriesAfter opening the carton, check that the following accessories are included. Part cod

Embroidery ApplicationsE-20 4. Embroidering the remainder of the patternaChange the embroidery thread according to the thread color sewing order, and

Embroidery ApplicationsEmbroidering E-21EMBROIDERYEUsing a frame pattern to make an appliqué (2)This is a second method to make appliqué using embroid

Embroidery ApplicationsE-22Sewing split embroidery patternsSplit embroidery patterns created with Palette Ver.7 or later can be sewn. With split embro

Adjustments During the Embroidery ProcessEmbroidering E-23EMBROIDERYEIf the bobbin runs out of thread When the bobbin begins to run out of thread duri

Adjustments During the Embroidery ProcessE-24If the thread breaks during sewingaPress the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine.bIf the upper thread

Adjustments During the Embroidery ProcessEmbroidering E-25EMBROIDERYEcAttach the embroidery frame and press .→ The previous embroidery screen display

Making Embroidery AdjustmentsE-26Adjusting thread tensionWhen embroidering, the thread tension should be set so that the upper thread can slightly be

Making Embroidery AdjustmentsEmbroidering E-27EMBROIDERYEcPress .Adjusting the bobbin case (with no color on the screw)The bobbin case (with no color

Making Embroidery AdjustmentsE-28Using the automatic thread cutting function (END COLOR TRIM)The automatic thread cutting function will cut the thread

Making Embroidery AdjustmentsEmbroidering E-29EMBROIDERYE* Sold separately with some models.1 Extra large frame embroidering area 26 cm×16 cm (10-1/4

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsGETTING READYBasic operations B-7BOptional accessoriesThe following are available as optional accessories to

Making Embroidery AdjustmentsE-30Changing the background colors of the embroidery patternsIn the settings screen, the background colors can be changed

Using the Memory FunctionEmbroidering E-31EMBROIDERYEEmbroidery data precautionsObserve the following precautions when using embroidery data other tha

Using the Memory FunctionE-32Saving embroidery patterns in the machine’s memoryYou can save embroidery patterns that you have customized and will use

Using the Memory FunctionEmbroidering E-33EMBROIDERYESaving embroidery patterns to USB flash driveWhen sending embroidery patterns from the machine to

Using the Memory FunctionE-34cPress .→ Pattern editing screen is displayed.dAdjust the pattern as desired, and then begin embroidering.Recalling from

Using the Memory FunctionEmbroidering E-35EMBROIDERYEfIf necessary, edit the pattern, and press .→ Embroidery settings screen is displayed.gPress .→

Using the Memory FunctionE-36

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

Care and MaintenanceA-2Restrictions on oilingIn order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be oiled by the user.This machine was manufactured

Care and MaintenanceAppendix A-3MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAfRemove the needle plate cover.Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then sl

Names of Machine Parts and Their FunctionsB-8Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” sectionThe utility stitch numbers differ depending on the

Care and MaintenanceA-4Touch panel is malfunctioningIf the screen does not respond correctly when you touch a key (the machine does not perform the op

TroubleshootingAppendix A-5MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAIf the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requ

TroubleshootingA-6Pull the thread to pass it through the slit in the needle plate cover, then cut it with the cutter.3 Slit4 CutterSewing with the cor

TroubleshootingAppendix A-7MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAfPass the thread under the thread guide plate, and then pull it up.1 Thread guide plategWhi

TroubleshootingA-8 Cause 2A needle and thread appropriate for the fabric are not being used.The machine needle that should be used depends on the typ

TroubleshootingAppendix A-9MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAhRemove the bobbin case.If threads remain in the bobbin case, remove them.1 Bobbin caseiUse

TroubleshootingA-10pInsert the bobbin case so that the S mark on the bobbin case aligns with the z mark on the machine.• Align the S and z marks.1 S m

TroubleshootingAppendix A-11MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAfTurn off the machine, and then install the bobbin and presser foot.• Refer to “Installing

TroubleshootingA-12dHold the thread end with your left hand, and wind off the thread clockwise with your right hand as shown below.eWind the bobbin ag

TroubleshootingAppendix A-13MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAList of symptoms Getting readySymptom Probable Cause Remedy ReferenceCannot thread the ne

Turning the Machine On/OffGETTING READYBasic operations B-9BTurning the Machine On/Off WARNING• Use only regular household electricity for the power s

TroubleshootingA-14 While sewingThe sewing light does not come on.The sewing light is damaged. Contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer. –“Light” i

TroubleshootingAppendix A-15MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGANeedle breaks.Fabric is fed forcefully when sewing thick fabric or thick seams.Allow the f

TroubleshootingA-16Fabric puckers.There is a mistake in the upper or bobbin threading.Check the steps for threading the machine and rethread it correc

TroubleshootingAppendix A-17MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGA After sewingFabric does not feed through the machine.Thread is entangled. Cut the entang

TroubleshootingA-18Character or decorative patterns are misaligned.Pattern adjustment settings were set incorrectly. Revise the pattern adjustment set

TroubleshootingAppendix A-19MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGAError messagesWhen erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation wil

TroubleshootingA-2018Selected pattern field extends to the outside of the embroidery frame.This message appears when the selected embroidery pattern i

SpecificationsAppendix A-21MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGA Sewing machine Embroidery unit* Please be aware that some specifications may change with

Upgrading your machine’s software using USB flash driveA-22You can use USB flash drive to upgrade software for your sewing machine.When an upgrade pro

IndexAppendix A-23MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGANumerics1/4" quilting foot ...

Turning the Machine On/OffB-10Turning on the machineaMake sure that the machine is turned off (the main power switch is set to “ ”), and then plug the

IndexA-24Embroidery unit ... B-4attachment ...

IndexAppendix A-25MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGASSatin stitches ... D-2S

English888-G01Printed in VietnamXF9681-0011

LCD OperationGETTING READYBasic operations B-11BViewing the LCDAn opening movie may be displayed when the power is turned on. When the opening movie i

LCD OperationB-12 Utility stitch screen Utility stitch editing screenNo. Display Key Name Explanation Page1 – Stitches Press the key for the patter

LCD OperationGETTING READYBasic operations B-13BUsing the settings keyPress to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery

LCD OperationB-14 Embroidery settingsA Select the embroidery frame to be used and displayed as a guide. For details, refer to “Changing the “Embroide

LCD OperationGETTING READYBasic operations B-15B General settingsL Select the needle stop position (the needle position for when the machine is not b

LCD OperationB-16 Choosing the display languageaPress .bDisplay page 8.cUse and to choose the display language.1 Display languagedPress to retu

LCD OperationGETTING READYBasic operations B-17BSaving a settings screen image to USB flash driveAn image of the settings screen can be saved as a BMP

Winding/Installing the BobbinB-18Winding the bobbinThis section describes how to wind thread onto a bobbin.aOpen the top cover.bPlace the bobbin on th

Winding/Installing the BobbinGETTING READYBasic operations B-19BePlace the spool of thread for the bobbin onto the spool pin.Slide the spool onto the

INTRODUCTIONiThank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this

Winding/Installing the BobbinB-20gWhile holding the thread near the spool with your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, and the

Winding/Installing the BobbinGETTING READYBasic operations B-21BnPress the “Start/Stop” button once to start winding the bobbin.When the foot controll

Winding/Installing the BobbinB-22eRemove the bobbin cover.fHold the bobbin with your right hand with the thread unwinding to the left, and hold the en

Winding/Installing the BobbinGETTING READYBasic operations B-23BjReattach the bobbin cover.Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover

Upper ThreadingB-24Threading the upper threadaTurn on the machine.bRaise the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot.1 Presser foot lever→ The up

Upper ThreadingGETTING READYBasic operations B-25BePlace the spool of thread onto the spool pin.Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is hori

Upper ThreadingB-26lRaise the presser foot lever.Threading the needleaPull the end of the thread, which has been passed through the needle bar thread

Upper ThreadingGETTING READYBasic operations B-27BeCarefully pull the end of thread that was passed through the eye of the needle.If the needle was no

Upper ThreadingB-28gReattach the bobbin cover.Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right si

Upper ThreadingGETTING READYBasic operations B-29BgThread the upper thread in the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded.1 Thre

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSii5Always keep your work area clear:• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings

Replacing the NeedleB-30Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is ex

Replacing the NeedleGETTING READYBasic operations B-31BChecking the needleSewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break

Replacing the NeedleB-32gPress to unlock all keys and buttons. CAUTION• Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securel

Replacing the Presser FootGETTING READYBasic operations B-33BReplacing the presser footaPress (Needle position button) once or twice to raise the ne

Replacing the Presser FootB-34Removing and attaching the presser foot holderRemove the presser foot holder when cleaning the machine or when installin

SewingBasic operations B-35STARTING TO SEWBStitch types• For details on sewing and storing the stitches 2 through 9, refer to “Decorative sewing” sect

SewingB-36eIf necessary, specify the setting for automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching and adjust the stitch length, etc.• For details on adjustin

SewingBasic operations B-37STARTING TO SEWBmWhen the needle has stopped moving, raise the presser foot and remove the fabric. Using the foot controll

SewingB-38Sewing reinforcement stitches Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use (Reve

SewingBasic operations B-39STARTING TO SEWBdPress (Reverse stitch button) or (Reinforcement stitch button).1 Reverse stitches (or reinforcement st

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSiiiSAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONSThis machine is intended for household use.FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES EXCEPT EUROPEAN COUNTRIESThis

Setting the StitchB-40This machine is preset with the default settings for the stitch width, stitch length, “L/R Shift”, and upper thread tension for

Setting the StitchBasic operations B-41STARTING TO SEWBSetting the “L/R Shift”Follow the steps below when you want to change the placement of the zigz

Setting the StitchB-42 Upper thread is too looseIf the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread is too loose.1 Wro

Useful FunctionsBasic operations B-43STARTING TO SEWBAutomatically cutting the threadThe machine can be set to automatically cut the threads at the en

Useful FunctionsB-44cAdjust the “Presser Foot Pressure” by pressing / .Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic presser foot pressure)The thickness

Useful FunctionsBasic operations B-45STARTING TO SEWBaSelect a stitch.bPress to select the pivot function.→ The key appears as .cPlace the fabric u

Useful FunctionsB-46eDisplay page 3.fAdjust the “Free Motion Foot Height” by pressing / to select the height that the quilting foot is raised above t

Stitch Setting ChartBasic operations B-47STARTING TO SEWBApplications, stitch lengths and widths and whether the twin needle can be used are listed fo

Stitch Setting ChartB-481-15Overcasting stitch GReinforcing of light and medium weight fabrics3.5 (1/8)2.5 - 5.0(3/32 - 3/16)2.0 (1/16)0.4 - 5.0(1/64

Stitch Setting ChartBasic operations B-49STARTING TO SEWB2-02Blind hem stretch stitch RHemming stretch fabric003← - →32.0 (1/16)0.4 - 5.0(1/64 - 3/16)

TRADEMARKSivTRADEMARKSIMPORTANT:READ BEFORE DOWNLOADING, COPYING, INSTALLING OR USING.By downloading, copying, installing or using the software you ag

Stitch Setting ChartB-503-05HemstitchingN*1Decorative hems 3.0 (1/8)0.0 - 7.0(0 - 1/4)3.5 (1/8)0.4 - 5.0(1/64 - 3/16)NOReinforce-ment NO3-06Hemstitchi

Stitch Setting ChartBasic operations B-51STARTING TO SEWB4-04Narrow squared buttonhole stitchAButtonholes for light to medium weight fabrics5.0 (3/16)

Embroidery Step by StepB-52Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Chapter 3STARTING TO EMBROIDEREmbroidery Step by StepStep 3St

Attaching the Embroidery FootBasic operations B-53STARTING TO EMBROIDERBaPress (Needle position button) to raise the needle. bPress .• When the mess

Attaching the Embroidery UnitB-54aTurn off the machine.bPull the flat bed attachment off to the left.cSlide the tab on the cover of the connection por

Attaching the Embroidery UnitBasic operations B-55STARTING TO EMBROIDERB1 Carriage→ The screen for selecting the embroidery pattern type is displayed.

Embroidery Attractive FinishesB-56There are many factors that go into beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (page B-57) and hooping t

Preparing the FabricBasic operations B-57STARTING TO EMBROIDERBAttaching iron-on stabilizers (backing) to the fabricFor best results in your embroider

Preparing the FabricB-58Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame Types of embroidery framesThe types and numbers of supplied embroidery frames wil

Preparing the FabricBasic operations B-59STARTING TO EMBROIDERBbLay the fabric right side up on top of the outer frame.Re-insert the inner frame makin

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINEvWHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINEB Basic operationsAfter purchasing your machine, be sure to read this section first

Preparing the FabricB-60bPlace the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. Align the guide lines on the embroidery sheet with the mark you made on the fa

Attaching the Embroidery FrameBasic operations B-61STARTING TO EMBROIDERBaPress (Presser foot lifter button) to raise the presser foot.bRaise the fr

Selecting Embroidery PatternsB-62Copyright information The patterns stored in the machine are intended for private use only. Any public or commercial

Confirming the Pattern PositionBasic operations B-63STARTING TO EMBROIDERBThe pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. If

EmbroideringB-64After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. This section describes the steps for embroidering and appliquéing.Embroider

EmbroideringBasic operations B-65STARTING TO EMBROIDERBgRemove the thread for the first color from the machine. Thread the machine with the next color

EmbroideringB-66

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

Sewing TipsS-2Trial sewingAfter you have set up the machine with the thread and needle appropriate for the type of fabric being sewn, the machine auto

Sewing TipsSewing S-3SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHESSSewing an even seam allowanceTo sew an even seam, start sewing so that the seam allowance is to the ri

CONTENTSviINTRODUCTION... iIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... iTRADEMARKS ...

Sewing Various FabricsS-4Sewing thick fabrics If the fabric does not fit under the presser footIf the fabric does not fit easily under the presser fo

Sewing Various FabricsSewing S-5SEWING ATTRACTIVE FINISHESSSewing stretch fabricsFirst, baste the pieces of fabric together, and then sew without stre

Basic StitchingS-6Straight stitches are used for sewing plain seams.• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing”

Basic StitchingSewing S-7UTILITY STITCHESS Changing the needle positionThe needle position used as the baseline is different for the straight stitch

Blind Hem StitchingS-8Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem.• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in th

Blind Hem StitchingSewing S-9UTILITY STITCHESSiSlide the item that you wish to sew onto the free arm, make sure that the fabric feeds correctly, and t

Blind Hem StitchingS-10 If the needle does not catch the hem foldThe needle is too far to the right.Increase the stitch width so that the needle slig

Overcasting StitchesSewing S-11UTILITY STITCHESSSew overcasting stitches along the edges of cut fabric to prevent them from fraying.Sewing overcasting

Overcasting StitchesS-12Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J”• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Se

Overcasting StitchesSewing S-13UTILITY STITCHESSaRemove the presser foot.bHook the connecting fork of the side cutter onto the needle clamp screw.1 Co

CONTENTSviiSewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ... 25Stretch stitching ...

Buttonhole Stitching/Button SewingS-14• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic operat

Buttonhole Stitching/Button SewingSewing S-15UTILITY STITCHESSaUse chalk to mark on the fabric the position and length of the buttonhole.1 Marks on fa

Buttonhole Stitching/Button SewingS-16gGently hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing.→ Once sewing is completed, th

Buttonhole Stitching/Button SewingSewing S-17UTILITY STITCHESSaHook the gimp thread onto the part of buttonhole foot “A” shown in the illustration.bIt

Buttonhole Stitching/Button SewingS-18gTurn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to check that the needle correctly goes into the two holes of

Zipper InsertionSewing S-19UTILITY STITCHESS• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitch tables in the “Sewing” section” in the “Basic

Zipper InsertionS-20hSelect stitch .iTopstitch around the zipper.1 Stitching2 Right side of fabric3 Basting stitching4 End of zipper openingjRemove t

Zipper InsertionSewing S-21UTILITY STITCHESSePress the seam allowance so that the right side (the side that will not be stitched) has an extra 3 mm (1

Zipper InsertionS-22nTopstitch around the zipper.Sew reverse stitches at the end of the zipper opening and align the zipper teeth with the side of the

Zipper/piping InsertionSewing S-23UTILITY STITCHESSA zipper and piping can be sewn in place.• Using the table below, refer to “Using the utility stitc