Acclaim
"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
When using overlock machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following.
"Read all instructions before using this overlock machine."
DANGER- To reduce the risk of electric shock.
1. The overlock machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this overlock
machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the sewing machine is used by
or near children.
2. Use this overlock machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this overlock machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it
has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the overlock machine to the nearest
authorized retailer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the overlock machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
overlock machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
6. Do not use outdoors.
7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
8. To disconnect, turn the main switch to the symbol "O" position which represents off, then remove plug
from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the overlock machine
needle.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle(s) causing it to break.
14. Switch the overlock machine to the symbol "O" position when making any adjustments in the needle
area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot, and the
like.
15. Always unplug the overlock machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any of the user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
16. Keep fingers away from moving parts, especially the area near the blades.
17. Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance
with relevant National legislation relating to electrical / electronic products. If in doubt,
please contact your retailer for guidance.
18. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
19. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
20. - Moving Parts- To reduce risk of injury, switch off before servicing.
CLOSE COVER BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE
21. Do not allow the power cable and controller cable to be scarred, damaged, modified, excessively bent,
pulled, twisted, or bundled. If heavy objects are placed on the power cable or it is subjected to heat,
it may be damaged, possibly causing fire or electrical shock.
"SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"
"This overlock machine is intended for household use."
INFORMATIONS IMPORTANTES DE SÉCURITÉ
Quand vous utilisez la machine à coudre, les précautions de base doivent toujours
être suivies, incluant ce qui suit.
“Lire toutes les instructions avant usage.”
DANGER- Pour réduire tout risque de choc.
1. La machine ne doit jamais être utilisée sans surveillance lorsque branchée. Toujours débrancher la
machine à coudre de la prise de courant dès la fin de l’utilisation ou avant nettoyage.
AVERTISSEMENT- Pour réduire les risques de brûlures, feu, choc électrique ou blessure
aux personnes
1. Ne pas permettre d’être utiliser comme un jouet. Une surveillance continuelle est nécessaire quand
la machine est utilisée par ou près des enfants.
2. Utilisez seulement la machine tel que décrit dans ce manuel. Utilisez seulement les accessoires
recommandés par le fabricant.
3. Ne jamais utiliser la machine si le cordon ou la prise électrique sont endommagés , en cas de
dysfonctionnement, de bris ou de dégâts d’eaux, vous devez la retourner chez votre revendeur
BABY LOCK ou au centre de service le plus proche pour vérification, réparation, ajustement
mécanique ou électrique.
4. Ne jamais utiliser la machine si la circulation d’air est bloquée. Toujours garder les ouvertures de
ventilation de la machine et du rhéostat libre de poussières, peluches ou tissus.
5. Ne jamas insérer ou laisser tomber tout objet dans toute ouverture.
6. Ne pas utiliser à l’extérieur.
7. Ne pas utiliser dans les endroits où des produits aérosols ou d’oxygène sont employés.
8. Pour déconnecter, mettre l’interrupteur principal au symbole “O” qui représente “OFF” puis enlever
la prise de la prise de courant.
9. Ne pas déconnecter en tirant sur la cordon. Pour déconnecter, tirer sur la prise et non pas sur la
cordon.
10. Gardez vos doigts au loin de toutes parties fonctionnelles. Des soins spéciaux sont demandés
autour de l’aiguille.
11. Toujours utiliser la bonne plaque d’aiguille. La mauvaise plaque peut occasionner la cassure de
l’aiguille.
12. Ne jamais utiliser des aiguilles crochues.
13. Ne pas tirer ou pousser le tissu pendant que vous cousez. Cela peut détourner l’aiguille et la
briser.
14. Mettre la machine dans la position “O” quand vous faites des ajustements dans la région de
l’aiguille, comme l’enfilage, le changement d’aiguille, le changement de pied, et ainsi de suite.
15. Toujours débrancher la machine à coudre quand vous enlevez les couvercles, faites la lubrification
ou tout autre ajustement d’entretien selon le livre d’instructions.
16. Gardez vos doigts loin des parties amovibles, spécialement la région près des lames.
17. Veuillez noter, pour disposer de ce produit il doit être recyclé en conformité avec le registre de la
législation Nationale applicable aux produits électriques et électroniques. Si dans le doute, contactez
votre revendeur pour obtenir des conseils.
18. L'appareil n'est pas conçu pour être utilisé par de jeunes enfants ou des personnes
à mobilité réduite sans surveillance.
19. Les jeunes enfants doivent être surveillés afin de s'assurer qu'ils ne jouent pas avec l'appareil.
20. Cet appareil n'est pas destiné à être utilisé par des personnes (notamment des en-fants) dont les
capacités physiques, sensorielles ou mentales sont réduites ou le manque d'expérience et de
connaissances, à moins qu'elles n'aient été formées et encadrées pour l'utilisation de cet appareil
par une personne responsable de leur sécurité.
21.-Pièces en mouvement- Fermez le couvercle avant de faire fonctionner la machine.
“CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS”
“Cette machine à coudre est conçue pour usage
domestique.”
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Welcome to the Baby Lock Acclaim
The Baby Lock Acclaim has an exclusive "Thread Delivery System" that eliminates confusing
tension adjustments. The Acclaim enables you to accomplish a perfect stitch with any type of thread
on any type of fabric. You no longer need to guess at the correct tension adjustments.
The Baby Lock Acclaim serger is equipped with an exclusive Push to Thread "Electronic Revolution
Air Threading System".
This means that its not only equipped with the Push to Thread Loopers but also equipped with the
Push to Thread Needles.
Your Baby Lock Acclaim is a high-quality, dependable machine. It gives you the ability to seam,
overcast and trim all in one operation. Fabrics and threads you previously avoided are now a joy to
sew because the Baby Lock Acclaim handles all varieties with equal ease. With the Baby Lock
Acclaim your creative options are endless and your time spent serging is more fulfilling and
rewarding.
With the "Electronic Air Threading System" all threading areas, including the needles, are a breeze
for the Baby Lock Acclaim.
With proper care and maintenance, your Baby Lock Acclaim promises years of high-quality,
dependable performance and sewing pleasure. Keep this instruction manual as a step-by-step guide
to become familiar with your Baby Lock Acclaim and expand your sewing horizons.
For additional product information and updates, visit our website at www. babylock. com.
Happy Sewing!
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Table of Contents
OVERVIEW................................................................................................................ 5
How Your Acclaim Operates............................................................................. 5
Overview of the Acclaim ................................................................................... 6
Accessories ...................................................................................................... 7
Needles............................................................................................................. 8
Thread .............................................................................................................. 8
Optional Accessories........................................................................................ 8
Setting Up Your Acclaim ................................................................................... 9
Cutting Blade Locking Dial ..............................................................................10
Thread Cutter...................................................................................................10
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment..................................................................10
Snap-On Presser Foot.....................................................................................10
Stitch Length / Rolled Hem ............................................................................. 11
Stitch Width..................................................................................................... 11
Differential Feed ............................................................................................. 12
Thread Delivery System ................................................................................. 13
Stitch Selector Lever....................................................................................... 13
Wave/Overlock Selector Lever ....................................................................... 13
Upper and Lower Looper Thread Fine-Tuning Knob...................................... 13
2-Thread Subsidiary Looper .......................................................................... 14
Looper Air Threading System ......................................................................... 15
Needle Air Threading System ......................................................................... 15
Side Cover ..................................................................................................... 15
Notes ............................................................................................................. 16
THREADING............................................................................................................ 17
Threading Preparation.................................................................................... 17
Threading Your Acclaim.................................................................................. 18
Threading Position for Threading ................................................................... 18
Lower Looper.................................................................................................. 18
Upper Looper.................................................................................................. 19
Right Needle................................................................................................... 20
Left Needle ..................................................................................................... 20
How to Use RevolutionAir Needle Threader................................................... 21
Needle Threading Mode ................................................................................. 22
RevolutionAir Needle Threading Guide .......................................................... 22
Sewing with fabric........................................................................................... 23
Clearing the Stitch Width Fingers ................................................................... 23
Re-threading Loopers..................................................................................... 24
Re-threading Needles..................................................................................... 24
4-THREAD OVERLOCK ......................................................................................... 25
4-Thread Overedging ..................................................................................... 25
Overlock Seam ............................................................................................... 25
4-Thread Overlock.......................................................................................... 26
3-THREAD OVERLOCK ......................................................................................... 27
3-Thread Overlock - Wide............................................................................... 27
3-Thread Overlock - Narrow ........................................................................... 28
3-Thread Overlock - Narrow Hem................................................................... 29
Rolled Edging ................................................................................................ 30
3-Thread Rolled Edge ................................................................................... 30
Seaming Sheers ............................................................................................. 31
Lettuce Edge .................................................................................................. 31
Belt Loops and Button Loops.......................................................................... 31
Returning to Standard Serging ....................................................................... 31
3-Thread Flatlock ........................................................................................... 32
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2-THREAD OVERLOCK ......................................................................................... 33
2-Thread Overlock ......................................................................................... 33
Converting from 3-Thread Overlock to 2-Thread Overlock ............................ 33
2-Thread Flatlock - Wide ................................................................................ 34
2-Thread Flatlock - Narrow............................................................................. 35
Flatlock "Topstitching"..................................................................................... 36
Blind Hemming ............................................................................................... 37
Blanket Stitch - Decorative Stitch.................................................................... 38
Ladder Stitch - Decorative Stitch ................................................................... 39
Returning to 3 or 4-Thread Overlock .............................................................. 40
WAVE STITCH ........................................................................................................ 41
Wave Stitch..................................................................................................... 41
Converting from Normal Serging to Wave...................................................... 41
3-Thread Wave Stitch ..................................................................................... 42
3-Thread Rolled Wave Stitch .......................................................................... 43
3-Thread Reversed Wave Stitch..................................................................... 44
BASIC SERGING TECHNIQUES ........................................................................... 45
Securing Ends ........................................................................................... 45/46
Turning Outside Corners ................................................................................ 47
Turning Inside Corners ................................................................................... 47
Serging Curves............................................................................................... 48
Inserting Tapes ............................................................................................... 48
Cutting Blade Cover Seam Guide .................................................................. 48
USING SPECIALTY THREADS .............................................................................. 49
Using Specialty Threads ................................................................................. 49
Threading Lightweight Thread........................................................................ 49
Changing Threads .......................................................................................... 49
Threading Medium Weight Thread ................................................................. 49
Bypassing the Threading Port ........................................................................ 50
Thread Cradle for Loopers ............................................................................. 51
Looper Threading Tool .................................................................................... 52
Specialty Thread Guide Chart.................................................................... 53/54
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 55
Replacing Needles ......................................................................................... 55
Replacing Cutting Blades ............................................................................... 55
Cleaning.......................................................................................................... 56
Replacing LED Lighting .................................................................................. 56
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................ 57
Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 57/58
Dos and Don'ts ............................................................................................... 58
TECHNICAL DATA.................................................................................................. 59
CHART FOR STITCH SELECTION SETTINGS..................................................... 60
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How Your Acclaim Operates
Sometimes called an overlock machine or overlocker, the serger is different from any conventional
sewing machine you have used. Awareness of its simple operation will enable you to become more
proficient in its use. Please read all instructions before using your new machine.
Serging is kind of a knitting process that loops two, three or four threads together to create a stitch.
Your Baby Lock Acclaim operates with one or two needles and one or two "loopers," each
carrying a thread to form the overlock stitch.
When fabric is placed into the machine, it reaches the feed dogs first. The feed dogs move the
fabric along as the cutting blades trim the edge, creating a clean edge to be finished. Then the
loopers and needle(s) form the stitch on the fabric edge, supported by one or more parallel "stitch
fingers" - metal prongs that keep the fabric flat. The threads become "locked" over the fabric and
the resulting stitches encase the raw edge with thread to prevent fabric raveling.
After setting up your machine for the first time, take a few moments to learn how it sews. Before
your serger is threaded, turn the handwheel counterclockwise and watch the movement and
operation of the various parts. Don't bother with fabric at first. It doesn't hurt your serger to stitch
without fabric under the presser foot.
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Overview of the Acclaim
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2. Thread cutter 20. Threading lever
3. Presser foot pressure adjusting dial 21. Cord channel
4. Presser foot release lever 22. Differential feed adjusting lever
5. Needle threader lever 23. Handwheel
6. Push to thread needles button 24. Power cord receptacle
7. Needle clamp 25. Power switch
8. Needle height viewing area 26. Push to thread loopers button
9. Needle clamp screw 27. Upper looper threading port
10. Snap-on presser foot 28. Lower looper threading port
11. Needle plate 29. Stitch selector lever
12. Side cover 30. Presser foot lever*
13. Stitch width adjusting dial 31. Accessory compartment & thread stand
14. Cutting blade locking dial 32. Magnetic needle storage
15. Stitch length/rolled hem adjusting dial 33. Upper and lower looper thread
16. Upper Looper fine-tuning knob
17. Subsidiary looper 34. Wave/Overlock selector lever
18. Needle drop drawer 35. Cutting blade cover
36. Telescopic antennae and thread guides
* Raising the presser foot releases all threads.
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Accessories
Accessory Number included Located in
1. Instruction manual 1 Packing box
2. Quick reference threading guide 1 Packing box
3. Foot Control / Power cord 1 Packing box
4. Lint brush/needle insert tool 1 Accessory compartment
5. Package of assorted sized needles 1 Accessory compartment
Organ HAx1SP/CR
6. Allen wrench 1 Accessory packet
7. Allen screwdriver 1 Accessory compartment
8. Screwdriver 1 Accessory packet
9.Tweezers 1 Accessory compartment
10.Upper cutting blade for replacement 1 Accessory compartment
11. Looper threading tool 1 Accessory packet
12. Thread nets 4 Accessory packet
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4-Thread RevolutionAir needle threading guide
1 Accessory compartment
14. Spool caps 4 Accessory packet
15. Sponge disks 4 Accessory packet
16. Cone holders 4 On machine
17. Machine cover 1 Accessory packet
18. Standard presser foot 1 On machine
“Please visit http://sewathomeclasses.com/serger to watch the complimentary Acclaim Getting to
Know Your Baby Lock Serger Instructional Video”.
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Your Baby Lock Acclaim serger has a built-in accessory compartment. To open, swing the lower
section for the compartment of the thread stand to the right to reveal the tray holding some of the
accessories listed below. Others may be found in the machine packing materials.
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Needles
Thread
Optional Accessories
Your Baby Lock Acclaim serger is set up with 90/14 machine needles, which are suitable for most
medium and heavy weight fabrics. For lightweight fabrics, change to a size 75/11 needle.
The needle's semi-ball point design is suitable for knits and wovens. Some manufacturers' needles
may produce better quality stitches with your Baby Lock than others. For best results, use Organ or
Schmetz brand needles - system HAx1SP/CR, and replace them approximately every third
project (page 55).
All types of thread may be used on your Baby Lock, but 100% long-staple polyester thread,
crosswound on a cone, consistently provides the best stitch performance. Because the threads must
pass through several thread guides at high speeds, they must be of uniform thickness and high
strength with a minimum amount of linting.
Good-quality cotton or cotton-covered polyester threads sew well, though they produce more lint,
creating the need to clean the machine more frequently. They work well for overedging and
seaming, but they may be too weak or too fuzzy for the rolled edge. Poor grades of these threads
can result in frequent fraying, breaking and unbalanced stitches.
Threads of other fiber contents and weights may be used, depending on their strength and
thickness. Testing will help you determine how easily they can pass through the thread guides,
thread slots, needles and loopers. (for more information page 53/54.)
Important Note: For maximum performance of the Baby Lock Acclaim, it is recommended to use
"100% polyester-long fiber thread". This thread also performs best when used with various
decorative threads for serging specialty techniques.
There are optional snap-on specialty feet available for the Acclaim. The optional accessories are
available at your Baby Lock retailer.
・Beading Foot B5002-01A-C (BLE-BF)
・Blindhem Foot B5002S02A (BLE-BLHFS)
・Clear Foot B5002K02A (BLE3ATW-CLF)
・Cording / Piping Foot (3mm) B5002-02A-C (BLE-CF3)
・Cording / Piping Foot (5mm) B5002-03A-C (BLE-CF5)
・Elastic Applicator Foot B5002S01A (BLE-EF)
・Lace Applicator Foot B5002S05A (BLE-LF)
・Ruffling Foot B5002S03A (BLE-RF)
・Flat Sole Foot B5001K02A (BLE3ATW-FSF)
・Teflon Foot (BLE3ATW-TF)
・Size 90 Top Stitch Needle (T-90B)
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Setting Up Your Acclaim
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1. Remove machine from box
After removing the packing materials from the box, gently lift your Baby Lock serger by grasping
the handle provided on the top of the machine. Place the machine on a serger sewing table or
any sturdy level surface that provides ample work area to the left of the machine. Place the foot
control in a pedal stay, if desired, and position it under the sewing table.
2. Plug in the machine
Plug the power cord into the machine first, then into a wall outlet. The power switch is located
toward the back on the right side of the machine. Always make sure the power is OFF when the
machine is not in use. Available foot control for U.S.A and CANADA. : Model YC-482.
Lay the foot control cord and power cord along the inside of the channel located on the bottom
right side of the overlock machine. (fig. B)
3. Polarized plug
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. (fig. A) If the plug does
not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install
the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
4. Foot controller
The sewing speed of the machine is determined by the amount of pressure applied to the foot
controller. When not in use, do not place anything on the foot controller, or the machine could start
inadvertently and the controller or motor could burn out.
5. Position the telescopic thread guide.
Raise the telescopic thread guide to its highest position. Rotate the shaft to the left and right until
each section "clicks" into a locked position. (fig. C)
6. Opening front cover
The front cover may be opened simply by placing your fingers behind the cover at the upper right
side and gently pull toward you. (fig. D)
7. Opening cutting blade cover
To open the cutting blade cover, place your thumb against the tab, and slide the cover to the right.
A slight pull toward you will allow the cover to swing down, providing access to the loopers,
blades, and thread guides. (fig. E)
Note: The front cover has to be opened before opening the cutting blade cover.
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When no trimming is desired, as when stitching on a fold, rotate the
cutting blade locking dial clockwise to the LOCK position.
The cutting blade no longer moves up and down, but remains in its
lowered position. To re-engage the cutting blade, turn the cutting
blade locking dial half of a turn counter-clockwise. The blade will
start moving automatically when you start serging.
Cutting Blade Locking Dial
Thread Cutter
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment
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There is a thread cutter located on the left side of your Acclaim.
At the end of a seam, sew off the fabric edge and continue sewing to
create a 5-6 inch (12.5-15cm) thread chain.
Bring the chain of thread up and from the back to front through the
thread cutter.
The presser foot pressure has been preset at the factory and rarely
needs adjustment. You may find it necessary, however, to decrease
the pressure for thick fabrics or increase pressure for thin fabrics to
feed more smoothly under the foot. Turn the presser foot pressure
adjustment dial on left side of the machine.
To increase pressure, turn the pressure adjusting dial counterclockwise.
To decrease pressure, turn the dial clockwise.
The Acclaim has the convenience of a snap-on presser foot
system.
To Release:
1. Raise the presser foot lever to highest position.
2. Lock the cutting blade down.
3. Raise the needles to their highest position.
4. Push the presser foot release lever located at the back of the
presser foot holder.
5. Slide presser foot slightly toward you and carefully turn the
back section of foot clockwise 90 degrees.
6. Slide the presser foot to the rear to remove.
To Replace:
1. Raise the presser foot lever.
2. Lock the cutting blade down.
3. Raise the needles to the highest position.
4. Slide the foot from the left to right.
5. Align the bar of the foot with the groove in the holder.
6. Lower the presser foot lever to snap presser foot into place.
Presser Foot
Release Lever
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Stitch Length/Rolled Hem
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The stitch width adjusting dial is located above the stitch
length dial. (fig. A) The stitch width dial displays two sets of
numbers, indicating two width ranges. The larger size
numbers on the dial, 5.5 through 7.5mm, denote the stitch
width when the left needle is in use. The smaller size numbers, 3.0 through 5.0mm, apply when the right needle is in
use.
Adjusting the stitch width moves the upper cutting blade.
It also moves the stitch fingers further apart or closer
together for complete fabric support with any stitch width.
The stitch width is variable by the placement of Right and
Left needles and the stitch width dial positions. (Fig. B)
The stitch length / rolled hem adjusting dial is conveniently
located just to the left of the front cover, near the base plate.
(fig. A) The dial shows two stitch-length ranges, from 0.75, for
the shortest stitch, to 4 for the longest. As the dial
indicates, one range is for standard sewing and one is for
rolled edging or narrow seaming.
Simply turn the dial aligning the desired setting with the
indicator on the machine. A stitch length of 3mm, or about 10
stitches per inch is ideal for seaming and overedging most
fabrics. For overedging or seaming very lightweight fabrics,
you may prefer a shorter stitch length. When sewing heavier
fabrics, you may choose to lengthen the stitch. (fig. B)
Note: 0.75mm is located between the 0 and 1 on both
standard and rolled settings.
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Your Baby Lock serger is equipped with differential feed.
The set of feed dogs work independently in order to ensure
smooth sewing on all fabrics.
When the differential feed adjusting lever, located at the
machine's right, front edge is set on "N" for normal feeding,
the feed dogs move the same distance. This is the setting to
use for most fabrics and applications.
When the dial is set above "N" (fig. B), the front feed dog will
feed more fabrics than the back. This is because the front
feed dog moves at a greater distance than the back feed
dogs. As a result, the fabric becomes compressed or eased,
as the diagram on the front cover indicates. This action can
eliminate wavy seams in stretchy fabrics or those cut on the
bias grain. (fig. A)
At the maximum setting of 2 (fig. C), the differential feed can
gather a lightweight fabric to nearly double fullness. (fig. D)
The front feed dog is actually feeding in twice as much
fabric as the back feed dog is feeding out. To maximize the
gathering effects, use the longest stitch length setting.
Fabric weight will affect the gathering. Test stitch for desired
results.
When the differential feed lever is set below "N" (fig. E), the
front feed dog moves less distance than the back feed dog.
This adjustment stretches the fabric slightly as it is sewn
pulling it taut as it enters the needle area. The lower settings
prevent puckers on lightweight fabric (fig. F), add more
stretch to swim wear, active wear, and can be used to create
a lettuce edge. (page 31)
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Upper and Lower Looper Thread Fine-Tuning Knob
No adjustments are needed when sewing with most fabrics and
threads on your Baby Lock Acclaim, but certain threads or fabrics may
require minor fine-tuning of the looper delivery system to perfect your
stitches. Increase or decrease the delivery of the looper threads with
the upper and lower looper thread fine-tuning knob. Turn the finetuning knob counterclockwise to tighten the looper threads equally.
Turn the knob clockwise to loosen the looper threads equally.
Ideal Stitch
Looper threads are
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Looper threads are
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Standard Position
Tighten the knob ( + ) Loosen the knob ( - )
Thread Delivery System
Stitch Selector Lever
Wave/Overlock Selector Lever
The Wave/Overlock Selector lever shows "OVERLOCK" and
"WAVE". Select "OVERLOCK" for overlock stitching. Select
"WAVE" for wave stitching.
The stitch selector controls the thread delivery system and is
located on the right front side of the machine. To select a stitch
setting, move the stitch selector lever to A, B, C, or D.
A - For Wide overlock stitches using the left (L) needle.
B - For balanced overlock stitches using the right (R) needle and
3-thread Wave stitch.
C - For narrow stitches with a short length and Rolled Wave stitch.
D - For 3-Thread rolled hem stitch.
For best results, use setting B or C for WAVE stitching. See chart on
last page for stitch selection settings.
The Baby Lock Acclaim revolutionizes the way a serger works with its Thread Delivery System.
You no longer have to manually adjust the tension settings for the type of stitch you are serging.
Select the type of stitch you wish to serge, the Acclaim will automatically feed the correct amount
of thread through the loopers and thread guides to form a perfect stitch every time.
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2-Thread Subsidiary Looper
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Either needle thread may be engaged for 2-thread overlock
sewing.
To engage the subsidiary looper
1. Open the front cover and the blade cover, cut the upper
looper thread just above the threading port. (fig. A) Raise the
presser foot and pull out the clipped thread from under the
foot.
Remove the upper looper thread from the machine.
2. Rotate the handwheel to bring the needle clamp to its
highest position.
3. Slide the subsidiary looper to the right direction and swing it
counterclockwise to the left. (fig. B)
4. Make sure the hooked tip of the subsidiary looper enters into
the upper looper eye. (fig. C)
5. Close the blade cover and the front cover.
To disengage the subsidiary looper
1. Open the front cover and the blade cover.
2. Rotate the handwheel to bring the needle clamp to its
highest position.
3. Slide the subsidiary looper to the left direction and swing it
clockwise to the right. (fig. D)
4. Make sure the subsidiary looper is resting at the right side of
the upper looper.(fig. E)
5. Close the blade cover and the front cover.
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Looper Air Threading System
Needle Air Threading System
Side Cover
Open side door on the left for inside easy cleaning.
Close door before serging.
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Your Baby Lock Acclaim serger is equipped with an exclusive Push to Thread Loopers button.
Thread your loopers all at once using the Push to Thread Loopers button. A quick burst of air allows
your thread to flow through each looper with minimal effort.
The exclusive "Push to Thread Needles" button will thread both needles with little or no effort. The
thread will enter the eye of the needle with only the push of a button.
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Upper looper
threading port
Lower looper
threading port
Push to thread
loopers button
Threading lever
Needle threader
lever
Push to thread
needles button
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Threading Preparation
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When using threads on cones or king spools place the cone or
spool securely over the cone holders furnished on your
machine. To avoid bending the thread stand, you may need to
place one hand under the stand while positioning the cone.
The cone holders prevent the cone or spool from spinning,
enabling the thread to feed evenly. (fig. A)
Because threads for the serger feed from the top, standard
spool threads can snag on the rough edges of many of these
spools. That's why spool caps are furnished with your Acclaim
to provide a smooth surface that enables the thread to reel off
freely. With the spool notch side down, insert a spool cap into
the top of the spool. (fig. B)
When using standard spool threads on your serger, replace
the cone holders with the sponge disks furnished with your
machine. These disks hold smaller spools securely and help
the thread to reel off properly. With the sponge disk in place,
put the capped spool on the spindle. (fig. C)
Thread nets may be placed over threads that tend to slip off
the bottom of the spool during sewing. Most threads do not
require their use, but nets often are necessary with nylon,
rayon or silk threads. (fig. D) Once it's on the spool, fold the
net back on itself, if necessary, to enable the thread to feed
smoothly without snagging on the net. (fig. E)
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