Baby Lock BLPY Reference Guide

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electrical shock

1Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, making any user

servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electrical shock, or injury to

persons.

2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction

manual.

• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.

• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.

• Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.

3Electrical Hazards:

• This machine should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label. Do not connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician.

• This machine is approved for use in the country of purchase only.

4Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, has been dropped or

damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest authorized retailer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord.

• When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries.

• When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements, otherwise you may injure your back or knees.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

5Always keep your work area clear:

• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

• Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.

• Never drop or insert foreign objects in any opening.

• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

• Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.

• Do not place this machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries.

6Special care is required when embroidering:

• Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.

• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.

• Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area.

• Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.

• Do not push or pull the fabric when embroidering.

7This machine is not a toy:

• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.

• The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of children or disposed of. Never allow children to play with the bag due to the danger of suffocation.

• Do not use outdoors.

8For a longer service life:

• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.

• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.

• Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

9For repair or adjustment:

• If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorized retailer.

• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Baby Lock retailer.

Use this machine only for its intended use as described in the manual.

Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

Use only the interface cable (USB cable) included with this machine.

Use only the mouse designed specifically for this machine.

Use only the sensor pen included with this machine.

The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

For additional product information and updates, visit our website at www.babylock.com

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended for household use.

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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY

IMPORTANT

• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark,

rating as marked on plug.

• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted.

• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your

authorized retailer to obtain the correct lead.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)

Responsible Party: Tacony Corporation

1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton, Missouri 63026 USA

declares that the product

Product Name: Model Number:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Baby Lock Sewing Machine BLPY

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the retailer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• The included interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device.

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tacony Corporation could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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OUTSTANDING FEATURES

Sensor Function - Automatic Pattern Placement

When embroidering, you can set the pattern position quickly with the automatic positioning function using the sensor pen.

See “USING SENSOR FUNCTIONS IN “EMBROIDERY”/“EMBROIDERY EDIT” MODE” on page B-60.

LED Pointer Shows You the Needle Drop Position

Included Embroidery foot with LED pointer indicates the needle drop position, by using a red LED light.

The LED pointer indicates where the needle drop point will be so that it is easier to adjust the embroidery location.

See “CHANGING THE EMBROIDERY FOOT” on page B-46.

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WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE

B Basic operations

After purchasing your machine, be sure to read this section first. This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions.

Chapter 1 Getting Ready

To learn the operation of the principal parts and the screens

Page B-16

Chapter 2 Sensor Functions

Try the new function using the supplied sensor pen

Page B-54

E Embroidering

This section gives instruction on how to embroider designs with this machine. Chapter 1, “Embroidery”, provides details on sewing embroidery patterns stored on the machine as well as patterns that have been imported. Chapter 2, “Embroidery Edit”, provides details on editing embroidery patterns to create custom embroidery. Chapter 3, “How to Create Bobbin Work (Embroidery)” gives instruction on creating dimensional embroidery.

Chapter 1 Embroidery

Maximum 30 cm × 18 cm (approx. 12 inches × 7 inches) for large embroidery designs

Page E-2

Chapter 3 How to Create Bobbin

Work (Embroidery)

Wind medium to heavy weight thread on a bobbin for a three-dimensional appearance.

Page E-86

Chapter 2 Embroidery Edit

Designs can be combined, rotated or enlarged

Page E-56

A Appendix

This section provides important information for operating this machine.

Chapter 1 Maintenance and

Troubleshooting

Find troubleshooting tips and pointers as well as how to keep your machine in the best working order.

Page A-2

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Contents

CONTENTS

TRADEMARKS

INTRODUCTION ................................................. 1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ 1

OUTSTANDING FEATURES ................................. 5

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ..... 6

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

Machine................................................................................. 9

Needle and Presser Foot Section .......................................... 10

Embroidery Unit................................................................... 10

Operation Buttons................................................................ 11

Included Accessories............................................................ 12

Options................................................................................ 14

..... 9

B Basic operations

Chapter1 Getting Ready 16

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF................... 17

Setting Your Machine for the First Time................................ 18

LCD SCREEN ...................................................... 20

Using the Machine Setting Mode Key .................................. 22

Using the Machine Help Key ............................................... 29

LOWER THREADING ......................................... 31

Winding the Bobbin ............................................................. 31

Setting the Bobbin ................................................................ 36

UPPER THREADING........................................... 38

Upper Threading.................................................................. 38

Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread .............................................. 41

Using Threads that Unwind Quickly .................................... 42

BEFORE EMBROIDERING .................................. 43

Embroidery Step by Step....................................................... 43

About the Embroidery Unit................................................... 44

CHANGING THE EMBROIDERY FOOT ............. 46

Removing the Embroidery Foot ............................................ 46

Attaching the Embroidery Foot ............................................. 46

CHANGING THE NEEDLE.................................. 49

About the Needle ................................................................. 50

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE

ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE ........................ 50

Using USB Media or Embroidery Card Reader/USB

Card Writer Module*............................................................ 50

Connecting the Machine to the Computer ............................ 51

Using a USB Mouse ............................................................. 51

Chapter2 Sensor Functions 54

CONNECTING THE SENSOR PEN...................... 55

Using the Sensor Pen Holder................................................ 55

USING THE SENSOR PEN .................................. 57

Using the Sensor Pen............................................................ 57

Important Information about Sensor Pen............................... 57

Calibrating the Sensor Pen.................................................... 58

USING SENSOR FUNCTIONS IN “EMBROIDERY”/“EMBROIDERY EDIT” MODE

Specifying the Embroidering Position With the Sensor Pen ... 60

.... 60

E Embroidering

Chapter1 Embroidery 2

SELECTING PATTERNS......................................... 3

Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Floral

Alphabet/Bobbin Work Patterns ............................................. 4

Selecting Character Patterns................................................... 5

Selecting Frame Patterns ........................................................ 7

Selecting Patterns from Embroidery Cards.............................. 7

Selecting Patterns from USB Media/Computer ....................... 8

VIEWING THE EMBROIDERING SCREEN ........... 9

PREPARING THE FABRIC .................................. 11

Attaching Iron-on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric............ 11

Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame....................... 13

Embroidering Small Fabrics or Fabric Edges......................... 16

ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME .......... 17

CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION ......... 19

Checking the Pattern Position .............................................. 19

Previewing the Completed Pattern....................................... 20

SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN............... 21

Embroidering Attractive Finishes.......................................... 21

Sewing Embroidery Patterns................................................. 22

Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqué ............... 23

ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY

PROCESS............................................................. 26

If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread ........................................ 26

If the Thread Breaks During Sewing ..................................... 27

Restarting from the Beginning .............................................. 28

Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power .............. 28

MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS........... 30

Adjusting Thread Tension .................................................... 30

Adjusting the Bobbin Case (with No Color on the Screw) .... 31

Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function

(END COLOR TRIM)............................................................ 32

Using the Thread Trimming Function (JUMP STITCH TRIM)

Adjusting the Embroidery Speed.......................................... 33

Changing the Thread Color Display ..................................... 34

Changing the “Embroidery Frame Display”.......................... 35

..... 32

REVISING THE PATTERN................................... 36

Moving the Pattern .............................................................. 36

Aligning the Pattern and the Needle .................................... 36

Changing the Size of the Pattern .......................................... 37

Rotating the Pattern ............................................................. 38

Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image ..................................... 39

Enlarging the Editing Screen................................................. 39

Changing the Density (Alphabet Character and Frame

Patterns Only)...................................................................... 40

Changing the Colors of Alphabet Character Patterns............ 40

Embroidering Linked Characters .......................................... 41

Uninterrupted Embroidering (Monochrome - Using a Single

Color) .................................................................................. 43

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ................... 44

Embroidery Data Precautions............................................... 44

Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Machine’s Memory ......... 46

Saving Embroidery Patterns to USB Media ........................... 47

Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Computer ....................... 48

Retrieving Patterns from the Machine’s Memory.................. 49

Recalling from USB Media................................................... 50

Recalling from the Computer............................................... 51

EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS .......................... 52

Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1) ................... 52

Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2) ................... 53

Sewing Split Embroidery Patterns......................................... 54

Chapter2 Embroidery Edit 56

EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS....................... 57

SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT ....................... 58

Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Baby Lock “Exclusives”/Floral

Alphabet Patterns/Frame/Bobbin Work Patterns ................... 59

Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns.................................. 59

EDITING PATTERNS .......................................... 61

Moving the Pattern .............................................................. 63

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CONTENTS

Rotating the Pattern.............................................................. 63

Changing the Size of the Pattern........................................... 63

Deleting the Pattern.............................................................. 63

Displaying Patterns in the Screen Magnified by 200% .......... 63

Changing the Configuration of Character Patterns ................ 64

Changing Character Spacing ................................................ 64

Reducing Character Spacing................................................. 65

Separating Combined Character Patterns.............................. 65

Changing the Color of Each Alphabet Character in a Pattern

Embroidering Linked Characters........................................... 67

Changing the Thread Color .................................................. 67

Creating a Custom Thread Table .......................................... 68

Choosing a Color from the Custom Thread Table ................. 72

Designing Repeated Patterns ................................................ 73

Embroidering the Pattern Repeatedly.................................... 77

Duplicating a Pattern............................................................ 79

After Editing ......................................................................... 79

COMBINING PATTERNS.................................... 80

Editing Combined Patterns ................................................... 80

Sewing Combined Patterns................................................... 83

VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS.......... 84

Uninterrupted Embroidering (Monochrome - Using a Single

Color)................................................................................... 84

Basting Embroidery .............................................................. 84

USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION.................... 85

..... 66

Chapter3 How to Create Bobbin Work

(Embroidery) 86

ABOUT BOBBIN WORK .................................... 87

PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK ..................... 87

Required Materials ............................................................... 87

Upper Threading.................................................................. 88

Preparing the Bobbin Thread ................................................ 88

CREATING BOBBIN WORK ............................... 92

Selecting the Pattern............................................................. 92

Start Embroidering................................................................ 93

ADJUSTING THE THREAD TENSION ................ 96

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................ 97

A Appendix

Chapter1

CARE AND MAINTENANCE................................. 3

Restrictions on oiling.............................................................. 3

Precautions on storing the machine........................................ 3

Cleaning the LCD Screen ....................................................... 3

Cleaning the Machine Casing................................................. 3

Cleaning the Race .................................................................. 3

Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area .......................... 5

About the Maintenance Message ............................................ 5

ADJUSTING THE SCREEN .................................... 6

Adjusting the Brightness of the Screen Display ....................... 6

Touch Panel is Malfunctioning ............................................... 6

TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 7

ERROR MESSAGES ............................................. 10

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 13

UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE

Upgrade Procedure Using USB Media.................................. 14

Upgrade Procedure Using Computer.................................... 15

INDEX ................................................................ 16

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

..... 14

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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

The names of the various parts of the machine and their functions are described below. Before using the machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.

Machine

■ Front View

a Top cover

Open the top cover to thread the machine and wind the bobbin.

b Pre-tension disk

Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk when winding the bobbin thread. (page B-31)

c Thread guide for bobbin winding

Pass the thread through this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread. (page B-31)

d Spool pin

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin. (page B-38)

e Spool cap

Use the spool cap to hold the spool of thread in place. (page B-38)

f Supplemental spool pin

Use this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread. (page B-31)

g Bobbin winder

Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. (page B-31)

h LCD (liquid crystal display)

Settings for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the LCD. (page B-20)

i Speaker j Operation buttons (5 buttons)

Use these buttons to operate the machine. (page B-11)

k Embroidery unit

Attach the embroidery unit to embroider (page B-44).

l Thread cutter

Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them. (page B-40)

m Thread guide plate

Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading upper thread. (page B-38)

■ Right-side/Rear View

a Connector for the presser foot

Connect the embroidery foot “W+” with LED pointer. (The embroidery foot “W+” with LED pointer is optional on certain models.) (page B-46)

b Handle

Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the machine.

c Presser foot lever

Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot. (page B-46)

d Air vent

The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used.

e Main power switch

Use the main power switch to turn the machine ON and OFF. (page B-17)

f Power cord receptacle

Insert the power cord into the machine receptacle. (page B-17)

g Sensor pen holder connector

Connect the included sensor pen holder. (page B-55)

h Sensor pen jack

Connect the sensor pen. (page B-55)

i USB port for computer

In order to import/export patterns between a computer and the machine, plug the USB cable into the USB port. (page B-51, E-48)

j USB port for mouse / media

In order to send patterns from/to USB media, plug the USB media directly into the USB port. (page B-50, E-47) Connect the USB mouse to operate with mouse. (page B-51)

k Handwheel

Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. The wheel should be turned toward the front of the machine.

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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

CAUTION

Needle and Presser Foot Section

a Embroidery foot screw

Use the embroidery foot screw to hold the embroidery foot in place. (page B-46)

b Embroidery foot

The embroidery foot helps control fabric flexibility for better stitch consistency. Use the “W+” embroidery foot for most machine embroidering. (page B-46)

c Bobbin cover

Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin. (page B-36)

d Needle plate cover

Remove the needle plate cover to clean the race. (page E-22)

e Needle plate f Needle bar thread guide

Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. (page B-38)

g Needle clamp screw

Use the needle clamp screw to hold the needle in place. (page B-49)

Embroidery Unit

a Carriage

The carriage moves the embroidery frame automatically when embroidering. (page B-44)

b Release button (located under the embroidery unit)

Press the release button to remove the embroidery unit. (page B-44)

c Embroidery frame holder

Insert the embroidery frame into the embroidery frame holder to hold the frame in place. (page E-17)

d Frame-securing lever

Press the frame-securing lever down to secure the embroidery frame. (page E-17)

e Embroidery unit connection

Insert the embroidery unit connection into the connection port when attaching the embroidery unit. (page B-44)

• Before inserting or removing the embroidery unit, turn the main power to OFF.

• After the embroidery frame is set in the frame holder, be sure the frame-securing lever is correctly lowered.

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Operation Buttons

CAUTION

a “Start/Stop” button /

Press this button to begin embroidering. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode.

Green: The machine is ready to embroider or is

embroidering.

Red: The machine cannot embroider.

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

b “Needle Position” button

Press this button to raise or lower the needle.

c “Thread Cutter” button

Press this button after embroidering to automatically trim the excess thread.

d “Presser Foot Lifter” button

Press this button to lower the embroidery foot and apply pressure to the fabric. Press this button again to raise the embroidery foot.

e “Automatic Threading” button

Use this button to automatically thread the needle.

• Do not press the thread cutter button after the threads have been cut. The needle may break and threads may become tangled, or damage to the machine may occur.

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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

75/11 3 needles

90/14 1 needle

75/11 2 needles

Included Accessories

9 10111213141516

17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

2345678

33 34 35

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No. Part Name Part Code

Memo

1 Embroidery foot “W+” with

LED pointer (on machine)

2 Needle set X59535-051

3 Ball point needle set XD0705-051

4 Bobbin × 10

(One is on machine.)

5 Seam ripper XF4967-001

6 Scissors XC1807-121

7 Cleaning brush X59476-051

8 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051

9 Screwdriver (large) XC4237-021

10 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051

11 Vertical spool pin XC8619-052

12 Spool cap (small) 130013-154

13 Spool cap (medium) × 2

(One is on machine.)

14 Spool cap (large) 130012-054

15 Spool cap (mini insert) XA5752-121

16 Spool felt (on machine) X57045-051

17 Spool net × 2 XA5523-050

18 Embroidery needle plate

cover

19 Touch pen (stylus) XA9940-051

20 USB cable XD0745-051

21 Bobbin case

(no color on the screw) (on machine)

22 Bobbin case (gray, for bobbin

work)

23 Bobbin center pin and

instruction sheet

24 Bobbin cover (on machine) XE8992-101

25 Embroidery frame set (large)

H 180 mm × W 130 mm (H 7 inches × W 5 inches)

26 Embroidery frame set

(extra large) H 300 mm × W 180 mm (H 12 inches × W 7 inches)

27 Embroidery bobbin thread BBTE-W

Stabilizer material

29 Power cord XC6052-051

30 Sensor pen XF4702-001

31 Pen holder XF2973-001

32 Dust cover XF4694-001

33 Accessory bag XC4487-021

34 Instruction and Reference

Guide

35 Quick Reference Guide XF3653-001

XF3124-001

X52800-150

X55260-153

XE5131-001

XC8167-551

XE8298-001

XF5048-001

EF75: Frame

EF79: Embroidery sheet

EF76: Frame

EF80: Embroidery sheet

X81176-001

XF3652-001

NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

• Always use accessories recommended for

this machine.

• Included accessory may vary depending on

the country or region.

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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

Memo

Note

Options

The following are available as optional accessories to be purchased separately from your authorized Baby Lock retailer.

1234567

891011

No. Part Name Part Code

1 Square embroidery frame

H 150 mm × W 150 mm (H 6 inches x W 6 inches)

2 Embroidery frame set (small)

H 20 mm × W 60 mm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches)

3 Embroidery frame set

(medium) H 100 mm × W 100 mm (H 4 inches × W 4 inches)

4 Embroidery foot with mid

shank

5 Border embroidery frame

H 300 mm × W 100 mm (H 12 inches x W 4 inches)

6 Border embroidery frame set

H 180 mm × W 100 mm (H 7 inches × W 4 inches)

7 10 spool stand BLMA-TS

8 King spool thread stand BLMA-STS

9 Embroidery card Reader BLECR

10 Bobbin work kit BL-BWA

11 USB mouse XE4904-101

BLMA-150

EF73: Frame

EF77: Embroidery sheet

EF74: Frame

EF78: Embroidery sheet

XF4012-001

BLMA-CBH

BLSO-BF

• All specifications are correct at the time of

printing. Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice.

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• Embroidery cards purchased in foreign

countries may not work with your machine.

• Visit your nearest authorized Baby Lock

retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories and embroidery cards available for your machine.

Basic

operations

This section provides details on the initial setup procedures as well as descriptions of this machine’s more useful functions. Page number starts with “B” in this section.

Chapter1 Getting Ready .......................................................B-16

Chapter2 Sensor Functions ...................................................B-54

B Basic operations

Chapter 1

Getting Ready

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF ........................17

Setting Your Machine for the First Time ...................................18

LCD SCREEN............................................................20

■ Home Page Screen ................................................................... 20

■ Key Functions........................................................................... 21

Using the Machine Setting Mode Key ......................................22

■ Selecting the “Eco Mode” or “Shutoff Support Mode”............. 25

■ Changing the Pointer Shape When a USB Mouse Is Used ........ 25

■ Selecting the Initial Screen Display.......................................... 25

■ Choosing the Display Language................................................ 26

■

Changing the Background Colors of the Embroidery Patterns

■ Specifying the Size of Pattern Thumbnails ...............................27

■ Saving a Settings Screen Image to USB Media.......................... 28

Using the Machine Help Key ...................................................29

LOWER THREADING ..............................................31

Winding the Bobbin..................................................................31

■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin............................................31

■ Using the Spool Pin.................................................................. 34

■ Untangling Thread from Beneath the Bobbin Winder Seat ...... 35

Setting the Bobbin ....................................................................36

UPPER THREADING................................................38

Upper Threading....................................................................... 38

Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread................................................... 41

Using Threads that Unwind Quickly .........................................42

■ Using the Spool Net .................................................................42

BEFORE EMBROIDERING........................................43

Embroidery Step by Step ..........................................................43

About the Embroidery Unit....................................................... 44

■ Attaching the Embroidery Unit ................................................ 44

■ Removing the Embroidery Unit ............................................... 44

CHANGING THE EMBROIDERY FOOT................... 46

Removing the Embroidery Foot................................................. 46

Attaching the Embroidery Foot .................................................46

■ Checking the Needle Drop Point With the

Embroidery Foot “W+” with LED Pointer ................................ 47

■ Adjusting the LED Pointer ........................................................ 48

■ Adjusting the Brightness of the LED Pointer............................. 48

CHANGING THE NEEDLE.......................................49

About the Needle...................................................................... 50

USING FUNCTIONS BY CONNECTING THE

ACCESSORY TO THE MACHINE .............................50

Using USB Media or Embroidery Card Reader/USB Card

Writer Module* ........................................................................50

Connecting the Machine to the Computer ................................51

Using a USB Mouse ..................................................................51

■ Clicking a Key .......................................................................... 51

■ Changing Pages ........................................................................52

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TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF

WARNING

CAUTION

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF

• Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.

• Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power cord receptacle on the machine.

• Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.

• Turn the main power to OFF and remove the plug in the following circumstances: When you are away from the machine After using the machine When the power fails during use When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection During electrical storms

• Use only the power cord included with this machine.

• Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to them. Fire or electric shock may result.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.

• When unplugging the machine, always turn the main power to OFF first. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric shock.

• Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These things may damage the cord, or cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized retailer for repairs before continuing use.

• Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise, a fire may result.

• When leaving the machine unattended, either the main switch of the machine should be turned to OFF or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.

• When servicing the machine or when removing covers, the machine must be unplugged.

• For U.S.A. only This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. 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.

Getting Ready

Basic operations B-17

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF

Memo

CAUTION

Insert the power supply cord into the power

cord receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet.

a Main power switch b Power supply cord

Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn

on the machine.

Setting Your Machine for the First Time

When you first turn on the machine, set the language and time/date to your language and local time/date. Follow the procedure below when the settings screen appears automatically.

Press and to set your local language.

Press .

a OFF b ON

• When the machine is turned on, it will make

an activation sound; this is not a malfunction.

When the machine is turned on, the

opening movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen to display the Home page screen.

• Only touch the screen with your finger or the included touch pen. Do not use a sharp pencil, screwdriver, or other hard or sharp object. It is not necessary to press hard on the screen. Pressing too hard or using a sharp object may damage the screen.

The message screen, confirming if you want

to set time/date, appears. To set the

time/date, press ; to cancel the

setting, press .

→ The screen to set time/date appears.

Turn the main power switch to “O” to turn

off the machine.

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Press or to set time/date.

Note

a Press to display the time on the screen. b Set the year (YYYY), month (MM) and date (DD). c Select whether 24h or 12h setting to display. d Set the current time.

TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF

Getting Ready

Press to start using your machine.

→ The clock starts from 0 second of the time you set.

• The time/date you set may be cleared, if you don’t turn on the machine for a certain period.

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LCD SCREEN

CAUTION

LCD SCREEN

■ Home Page Screen

No. Display Key Name Explanation Page

a “Embroidery” key After the embroidery unit is attached, press this key to embroider

patterns.

b “Embroidery Edit” key Press this key to combine embroidery patterns. With the “Embroidery

Edit” functions, you can also create original embroidery patterns or frame patterns.

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■ Key Functions

cde b

LCD SCREEN

Getting Ready

No. Display Key Name Explanation Page

a Home page screen

key

b Clock key Press this key to set the clock to your local time. B-18

c Presser foot/Needle

exchange key

d Machine help key Press this key to see explanations on how to use the machine. B-29

e Machine setting

mode key

Press this key anytime it is displayed to return to the home page screen and select a different category - “Embroidery” or “Embroidery Edit”.

Press this key before changing the needle, the presser foot, etc. This key locks all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine.

Press this key to change the needle stop position, change the volume of operation sound, adjust the pattern or screen, and change other machine settings.

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B-46 to

B-49

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For additional operational information, refer to page reference number listed above.

Basic operations B-21

LCD SCREEN

Memo

CAUTION

Using the Machine Setting Mode Key

Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.).

• Press or next to the page numbers, to display a different settings screen.

a Select the needle stop position (the needle position when the machine is not operating) to be up or down. b Select the operation of the “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” button from the following two sequences.

Each press of the “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” button: “ON” – raises the needle, stops it at a nearly lowered position, then lowers it “OFF” – raises the needle, then lowers it

c Change the shape of the pointer when a USB mouse is used (see page B-25). d Turn the “Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor” “ON” or “OFF”. If it is turned “OFF”, the machine can be used without

thread. (see page E-26)

• If “Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor” is set to “OFF”, remove the upper thread. If the machine is used with the upper thread threaded, the machine will not be able to detect if the thread has become tangled. Continuing to use the machine with tangled thread may cause damage.

e Change the speaker volume. Increase the number for louder volume, decrease for softer volume. f Select to save the machine power by setting the “Eco Mode” or the “Shutoff Support Mode” (see page B-25). g Select the initial screen that is displayed when the machine is turned on (see page B-25). h Change the display language (see page B-26). i Press to save the current settings screen image to USB media (see page B-28).

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LCD SCREEN

Memo

j Change the brightness of the needle area and work area lights. k Change the screen display brightness (see page A-6). l Calibrate the sensor function (see page B-58). m Display the total number of stitches sewn on this machine, which is a reminder to take your machine in for regular

servicing. (Contact your authorized retailer for details.)

n The “No.” is the internal machine number for the machine. o Display the program version. “Version 1” shows the program version of the LCD panel, “Version 2” shows the

program version of the machine.

Getting Ready

• The latest version of software is installed in your machine. Check with your local authorized Baby Lock retailer or at “ www.babylock.com

” for available updates (see page A-14).

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LCD SCREEN

p Select from among 16 embroidery frame displays (see page E-35). q Change the thread color display on the “Embroidery” screen; thread number, color name (see page E-34). r When the thread number “#123” is selected, select from six thread brands (see page E-34). s Adjust the maximum embroidery speed setting (see page E-33). t Adjust the upper thread tension for embroidering (see page E-30). u Select the height of the embroidery foot during embroidering (see page E-11). v Change the initial mode of the display (Embroidery/Embroidery Edit) (see page E-4). w Change the color of the background for the embroidery display area (see page B-26). x Change the color of the background for the thumbnail area (see page B-26). y Press to specify the size of pattern thumbnails (see page B-27). z Change the display units from metric to standard measurements (mm/inch).

Q Adjust the distance between the pattern and the basting stitching (see page E-84). R Adjusting the position and brightness of the embroidery foot with LED pointer (see page B-48).

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LCD SCREEN

Note

Memo

■ Selecting the “Eco Mode” or “Shutoff Support Mode”

You can save the machine power by setting the eco mode or the shutoff support mode. If you leave the machine without using for a specified period of time, the machine enters in one of these modes.

“Eco Mode”; Machine will enter a sleep mode. Touch the screen or any operational button to continue sewing.

“Shutoff Support Mode”; Machine will turn off after set period of time. Turn machine off and then back on to restart sewing.

Condition Eco Mode Shutoff Support

Mode

Available time 0 - 120 (minute) 1 - 12 (hour)

“Start/Stop” button Green flashing Green slow flashing

Suspended function Machine light,

Screen display, LED pointer

After recovering The machine starts

from the previous operation.

All functions

You need to turn off the machine.

■ Changing the Pointer Shape When a USB Mouse Is Used

In the settings screen, the shape can be selected for the pointer that appears when a USB mouse is connected. Depending upon the background color, select the desired shape from the three that are available.

• For details on changing the background color, refer to “Changing the Background Colors of the Embroidery Patterns” on page B-26.

Press .

→ The settings screen appears.

Display page 1 of the settings screen.

Use or to choose the pointer shape

from the three settings available ( , and ).

Getting Ready

Press the “Start/Stop” button or touch the screen display to recover from these modes.

Press .

→ The settings screen appears.

Display page 2 of the settings screen.

Use or to select the time until

entering the mode.

• If you turn off the machine while the machine is in the “Eco Mode” or the “Shutoff Support Mode”, wait for about 5 seconds before turning on the machine again.

Press to return to the original screen.

• The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off.

■ Selecting the Initial Screen Display

The Initial screen that appears on the machine can be changed.

Press .

→ The settings screen appears.

Display page 2 of the settings screen.

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LCD SCREEN

Use or to select the setting for the

initial screen display.

* Opening Screen: When the machine is turned on,

the home page screen appears after the opening movie screen is touched.

* Home Page: When the machine is turned on, the

home page screen appears.

* Embroidery Screen: When the machine is turned

on, the “Embroidery” screen appears if the embroidery unit is attached to the machine.

Press to return to the original screen.

■ Choosing the Display Language

■ Changing the Background Colors of

the Embroidery Patterns

In the settings screen, the background colors can be changed for the embroidery pattern and pattern thumbnails. Depending on the pattern color, select the desired background color from the 66 settings available. Different background colors can be selected for the embroidery pattern and pattern thumbnails.

Press .

→ The settings screen appears.

Display page 6 of the settings screen.

Press .

→ The settings screen appears.

Display page 2 of the settings screen.

Use and to choose the display

language.

* Select from “English”, “Deutsch (German)”,

“Français (French)”, “Italiano (Italian)”, “Nederlands (Dutch), “Español (Spanish)”, “ (Japanese)”,

“Dansk (Danish)”, “Norsk (Norwegian)”, “Suomi (Finnish)”, “Svenska (Swedish)”, “Português (Portuguese)”, and “Русский (Russian)”.

a Embroidery pattern background b Pattern thumbnails background

a Display language

Press to return to the original screen.

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LCD SCREEN

Memo

Select the background color from the 66

settings available.

a Embroidery pattern background b Selected color

■ Specifying the Size of Pattern Thumbnails

The thumbnails for selecting an embroidery pattern can be set to be displayed at the smaller size or a larger size. The larger size is 1.5 times the smaller size.

Getting Ready

a Pattern thumbnails background b Selected color

Press to return to the original screen.

• The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off.

Press .

→ The settings screen appears.

Display page 6 of the settings screen.

Basic operations B-27

LCD SCREEN

Note

Press or to select the desired

thumbnail size.

• When thumbnail size setting has been changed the pattern selection screen will not immediately reflect the chosen size. To view the patterns with the new thumbnail size, return to the category selection screen, and then select the pattern category again.

■ Saving a Settings Screen Image to USB Media

An image of the settings screen can be saved as a BMP file. A maximum of 100 images can be saved on a single USB media at one time.

Insert the USB media into the USB port on

the right side of the machine.

a USB port b USB media

Press .

→ The settings screen appears. Select the settings

screen page, make the changes that you want, and then save the screen image.

Press .

→ The image file will be saved to the USB media.

Remove the USB media, and then for future

reference, check the saved image using a computer.

The files for Settings screen images are saved with the name “S##.BMP”.

* “##” in the name “S##.BMP” will automatically be

replaced with a number between S00 and S99.

• If 100 image files have already been saved on the USB media, the following message appears. In this case, delete a file from the USB media or use different USB media.

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