Baby Lock BLTR16-2 Reference Guide

Table of Contents

Congratulations on Your Baby Lock Tiara II Purchase �� 2

Baby Lock Tiara II Important Information Regulations �� 3 Important Safety Instructions �� 4 How to Pack/Unpack Machine �� 5 Instructions Before Using Machine �� 5 Grounding �� 6

Safety Section

Quick Facts

Package Contents/Included Accessories

Optional Accessories

Baby Lock Tiara II Components Front Side View�� 10 Back Side View �� 11 Rear and Front Views �� 12

Setting Up the Table (and Taking Down for Storage) Placing Machine in Table �� 13 Installing Power Cord �� 13 Installing Foot Pedal �� 13

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Installing Thread Antennae

Installing Color Touch-Screen

Inserting (or Changing) Needle

Needle/Thread Selection Guide

Changing Hopping Foot

Threading the Machine

Bobbin Case and Bobbin Thread Tension Adjustments

Top Thread Tension Adjustment

Maintenance

Using the Touch-Screen Displays

Preparing to Quilt

Troubleshooting

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Baby Lock Tiara II

You haven’t just purchased a quilting machine, you’ve joined the Baby Lock family and we welcome you�

Baby Lock is committed to innovation, reliability, customer service and education� Our quilting machines are designed for quilters and we are committed to your quilting success�

With that in mind, we invite you to bookmark our website: www�babylock�com and invite you to visit to learn more about the art of quilting�

Remember, if you ever have questions, your authorized Baby Lock retailer can help you� If your retailer is not available, contact Baby Lock directly by visiting our website, www�babylock� com or contacting our Baby Lock Consumer Helpline at 1-800-313-4110, Monday-Friday, 8-6 CST�

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: REGULATIONS

Federal Communications Commissions (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)

Responsible Party:

declares that the product

Product Name: Baby Lock Tiara II Model BLTR16-2

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 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:

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– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Consult the retailer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. – Changes or modiﬁcations not expressly approved by the manufacturer or local sales distributor could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement (For Canada Only)

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emission from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.

Radio Interference (Other than USA and Canada)

This machine complies with EN55022 (CISPR Publication 22) /Class B and AUS/NZ 55022/Class B.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using�

When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: Read all instructions before using.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

• A quilting machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug the 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:

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when this quilting machine is used by or near children.

• Use this quilting machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

• Never operate this quilting 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 quilting machine to the nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

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

• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

• Do not use outdoors.

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

• To disconnect, turn the machine switch to the symbol “O” position which represents off, then remove plug from outlet.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

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

• Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

• Do not use bent needles.

• Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the like.

• Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

• This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or inﬁrm persons without supervision.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use�

Disclaimer

Baby Lock and its authorized retailers are in no way legally responsible or liable for damage to the Baby Lock Tiara II when used improperly or not in accordance with the guidelines stated in this manual or when used on machine quilting tables not recommended by Baby Lock�

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HOW TO UNPACK/REPACK THE MACHINE

Keep the carton and packing materials. You will need them in the event that you need to return the machine to your authorized Baby Lock retailer or send it for repair. If you do not pack the machine properly or if you do not use the correct packaging materials, the machine could be damaged. Baby Lock is not liable for damage that occurs during return shipping. Follow the diagram below to unpack and repack the machine.

IMPORTANT

These packaging materials are designed to prevent the machine from being damaged. Keep them in case you need to bring this machine to your authorized Baby Lock retailer or send it for repair.

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE.

To use the machine safely

1. Carefully watch the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, take up lever, needle or other

moving parts.

2. Turn the machine off and unplug the cord in the following cases

• when you have stopped using the machine;

• when you replace or remove the needle or any other part;

• in case of failure when you use the machine;

• when you check or clean the machine;

• when you leave the machine unattended.

3. Connect the machine directly to the wall outlet. Do not use extension cords.

To increase the life of your machine

1. Do not store this machine in areas exposed to direct sunlight or high humidity. Never use or store the

machine near a heater, an iron, a halogen lamp or other hot objects.

2. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the machine. Benzene, solvents and scouring powders can

damage the case and the machine and therefore should never be used.

3. Do not drop or bump the machine.

4. Always consult the manual to replace or ﬁx the presser foot, needle or any other part of the machine.

To repair or adjust the machine

If the machine malfunctions or requires adjustment, ﬁrst check the troubleshooting chart in the appendix to inspect and adjust the machine yourself.

For more product information and updates, visit our website at www�babylock�com�

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

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GROUNDING

GROUNDED OUTLET BOXES

GROUNDING PIN

(A)

TAB FOR

GROUNDING

SCREW

ADAPTER

(B)

METAL

SCREW

(C)

Figure 1

This product is for use on a nominal 120 V or nominal 220 V circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A in Figure 1. A temporary adapter, which looks like the adapter illustrated in sketches B and C, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch C if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet can be installed by a qualiﬁed electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug, and the like, extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by the metal screw.

Note: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not permitted by the Canadian Electric Code.

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Safety Section Quick Facts

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.

Please note: Do not operate your Baby Lock Tiara II quilting machine until you have completely read the information contained in this manual. Please keep all packaging and order information for warranty purposes.

1. The Baby Lock Tiara II is very heavy. Never attempt

to lift it alone – always use two people when lifting.

2. Always unplug the Baby Lock Tiara II from the

electrical outlet when performing any maintenance, changing the needle, removing thread locks, or when left unattended.

The Baby Lock Tiara II utilizes high-tech electronics and an innovative touch screen to offer greater functionality and ease of operation to home quilters than ever before conceived in the quilting industry. The Baby Lock Tiara II quilting machine is a high quality machine that incorporates very robust design features and is very easy to service.

Throat Dimensions: 8.25” X 16” (245mm X 610mm)

Quilting Speed: Maximum: 1500 SPM

Needle System: 134 (135 X 7)

Needle Sizes: 12/80 - 20/125

Hook System: Rotary, Vertical,

M-class bobbin

3. Keep ﬁngers away from all moving parts. Use caution

around the needle or sharp external components.

4. Change the needle often. Do not use bent or dull

needles. “Every quilt deserves a new needle”.

5. Switch the power off when making any adjustments

in the needle or bobbin area, such as threading the needle, installing the bobbin case, or when oiling or cleaning.

6. Never drop or insert foreign objects into any

opening.

7. The Baby Lock Tiara II should only be used indoors;

away from moisture.

8. The Baby Lock Tiara II should not be stored or used

in extreme temperatures.

9. Use the Baby Lock Tiara II only for its intended use

as described in this manual.

Bobbin Type: Aluminum, Class M

Bobbin Case: Type MF

Motor Type: Brushless DC

Needle Positioning: Up and down, tie-off stitch

Electrical Power: 90 – 264 VAC, 47-63Hz,

300W peak

LED Power Consumption: 2.25W

Hopping Foot Stroke/Lift: 5mm

Needle Bar Stroke: 35.3mm

Take-Up Stroke: 73mm

Lubrication, main components: Kluber Lube, permanent

Lubrication of hook: Velocite 10, Texaco 22

10. Use only attachments recommended by the manufac-

turer.

11. To disconnect from the wall outlet, push the switch

to the off position, then remove the plug from outlet pulling from the plug, not the cord. Never operate the Baby Lock Tiara II if the cord is damaged or not working correctly. If a mechanical or electrical problem is encountered, return the Baby Lock Tiara II to your authorized Baby Lock retailer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

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Baby Lock and its authorized retailers are in no way legally responsible or liable for damage to the Baby Lock Tiara II when used improperly or not in accordance with the guidelines stated in this manual or when used on home machine quilting tables not recommended by Baby Lock.

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Package Contents/Included Accessories

Machine Box

Part Name Part Code

Baby Lock Tiara II BLTR16A2 Quilting Machine Instruction Manual IBBLTR16-2 Class M Bobbins (5 pieces) BLJ-BOB (3 pkg.) Needle size 16 (1 pkg. of 10) 134FG-100 Needle size 18 (1 pkg. of 10) 134FG-110 Bobbin Case JW000586 Thread Antenna JW010214 Oiler JW010272 Power Cord JW020277 Brush JW010270 Disc-shaped Screwdriver XC1074051 Screwdriver (bobbin case) JW010269

2.5mm Allen Wrench QM10286

3.0mm Allen Wrench JW010287

5.0mm Allen Wrench JW010289

8mm Open Wrench QM40235 Open-Toe Hopping Foot QM10510

Bobbin Winder Box

Variable-Speed Bobbin Winder BLQBW

Table Box

Tiara II Quilting Table BLTRT16

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Optional Accessories (available from your authorized Baby Lock retailer)

Tiara II 18” Quilting Table Extension (BLTRT16-E)

Horizontal Spool Pin (BLJ18-HS)

Tiara II Quilting Table Overlay (BLTRT16-O)

TruStitch Stitch Regulator for Tiara II (BLTRTS)

Couching Feet Set (BLQ-CCF)

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Baby Lock Tiara II Components Front Side View

1� Thread Antennae 2� Thread Guide A 3� Three-Hole Thread Guide B 4� Thread Guide C 5� Top Thread Tension Assembly 6� Stirrup Thread Guide E 7� Take-Up Lever 8� Thread Guide F 9� Front Casing/Frame 10� Handwheel

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