Baby Lock Crafter's Choice BLCC2 Instruction and Reference Guide

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Your machine is the most advanced computerized household sewing machine. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated, we suggest that you study the manual.

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

For safe operation

1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread takeup lever, needle, or other moving parts.

2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:

• Operation is completed

• Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts

• A power failure occurs during use

• Maintaining the machine

• Leaving the machine unattended.

3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.

4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.

For a longer service life

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Do not drop or hit the machine.

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

For repair or adjustment

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.

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

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Important Safety Instructions

Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. This machine is intended for household use.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

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

when 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, electric shock, or injury to persons.

2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or

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.

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

been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest

authorized retailer or service center 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 and immediately unplug the power cord.

4 Always keep your work area clear:

• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the

sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

• Do not store objects on the foot controller.

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

• Never drop or insert any object into 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.

5 Special care is required when sewing:

• 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 sewing 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 sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand

stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break.

6 This machine is not a toy:

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

• Do not use outdoors.

7 For 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.

8 For repair or adjustment:

• If the Light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be replaced by 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 this manual.

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

Save these instructions.

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

For additional product information, visit our web site at www.babylock.com

Contents

Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................1

Contents .............................................................................................................................. 3

Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 6

Sewing Machine Features .................................................................................................... 6

Accessories .......................................................................................................................... 7

Included accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 7

Optional accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 8

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ..................................................................... 9

Front view ......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Needle and presser foot section ...................................................................................................................... 10

Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................ 10

Operation buttons ........................................................................................................................................... 11

Operation panel ..............................................................................................................................................12

GETTING READY ............................................................................................13

Turning the Machine On/Off ............................................................................................. 14

Power supply precautions ...............................................................................................................................14

Turning on the machine .................................................................................................................................. 15

Turning off the machine .................................................................................................................................. 15

Winding/Installing the Bobbin ...........................................................................................16

Bobbin precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 16

Installing the bobbin ....................................................................................................................................... 20

Upper Threading ............................................................................................................... 22

Threading the upper thread ............................................................................................................................. 22

Threading the needle ...................................................................................................................................... 25

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) ................................................................ 26

Using the twin needle ..................................................................................................................................... 27

Pulling up the bobbin thread ...........................................................................................................................29

Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................30

Needle precautions .........................................................................................................................................30

Needle types and their uses ............................................................................................................................. 30

Checking the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 31

Replacing the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 32

Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................ 33

Presser foot precautions .................................................................................................................................. 33

Replacing the presser foot ...............................................................................................................................33

Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot ........................................................................................................ 34

Removing the presser foot holder .................................................................................................................... 35

Using the optional walking foot ...................................................................................................................... 35

Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces .................................................................................... 37

Stitching cylindrical pieces .............................................................................................................................. 37

Sewing large pieces of fabric ........................................................................................................................... 37

SEWING BASICS .............................................................................................39

Sewing ............................................................................................................................... 40

General sewing procedure .............................................................................................................................. 40

Positioning the fabric ...................................................................................................................................... 41

Starting to sew ................................................................................................................................................. 42

Securing the stitching ...................................................................................................................................... 44

Cutting the thread ........................................................................................................................................... 45

Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................ 46

Changing the tension of the upper thread ........................................................................................................ 46

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Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length .............................................................................. 47

Adjusting the stitch width ................................................................................................................................ 47

Adjusting the stitch length ............................................................................................................................... 48

Useful Functions ................................................................................................................ 49

Changing the needle stop position ..................................................................................................................49

Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches .......................................................................................49

Changing the initial needle stop position ......................................................................................................... 50

Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................ 51

Trial sewing .................................................................................................................................................... 51

Changing the sewing direction ........................................................................................................................51

Sewing curves ................................................................................................................................................. 51

Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................ 52

Sewing thin fabrics ..........................................................................................................................................53

Sewing stretch fabrics ...................................................................................................................................... 53

Sewing an even seam allowance ..................................................................................................................... 53

UTILITY STITCHES ..........................................................................................55

Selecting Stitching ............................................................................................................. 56

Selecting stitching ...........................................................................................................................................56

Overcasting Stitches ..........................................................................................................58

Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” ................................................................................... 58

Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” ............................................................................................. 59

Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter ...............................................................................60

Basic Stitching ...................................................................................................................62

Basic stitching .................................................................................................................................................62

Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................63

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing .................................................................................. 65

Buttonhole sewing .......................................................................................................................................... 66

Button sewing ................................................................................................................................................. 69

Zipper Insertion .................................................................................................................72

Inserting a centered zipper .............................................................................................................................. 72

Inserting a side zipper ..................................................................................................................................... 73

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ............................................................................ 76

Stretch stitching ...............................................................................................................................................76

Elastic attaching .............................................................................................................................................. 76

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching .......................................................................... 78

Appliqué stitching ...........................................................................................................................................79

Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ..................................................................................................................... 80

Piecing ............................................................................................................................................................ 80

Quilting .......................................................................................................................................................... 81

Free-motion quilting ........................................................................................................................................82

Reinforcement Stitching .................................................................................................... 83

Triple stretch stitching ..................................................................................................................................... 83

Bar tack stitching .............................................................................................................................................83

Eyelet Stitching .................................................................................................................. 85

Decorative Stitching ..........................................................................................................86

Fagoting .......................................................................................................................................................... 87

Scallop stitching .............................................................................................................................................. 88

Smocking ........................................................................................................................................................88

Joining ............................................................................................................................................................ 89

Heirloom stitching .......................................................................................................................................... 90

APPENDIX .......................................................................................................93

Stitch Settings .................................................................................................................... 94

Utility stitches ................................................................................................................................................. 94

Care and Maintenance ....................................................................................................100

Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 100

Cleaning the race .......................................................................................................................................... 100

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 102

Error messages .............................................................................................................................................. 105

Operation beep .............................................................................................................................................106

Index ............................................................................................................................... 107

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine. Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions” (page 1), 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.

Sewing Machine Features

1 Easy upper threading

Since the spool can be installed at the front of the sewing machine, the upper thread can easily be threaded. In addition, the needle can be threaded with a simple operation (page 22).

2 One-touch lower threading

You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 20).

3 Simple bobbin-winding

The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread (page 16).

4 Built-in stitches

You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches and decorative stitches (page 56).

Accessories

After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer.

Included accessories

The following items should also be included in the box.

Note

(For U.S.A. only)

● Foot controller: Model N5V This foot controller can be used on this machine model BLCC2.

● The screw for the presser foot holder is available through your authorized retailer. (Part code: XA4813-051)

● The organized accessory tray is available through your authorized retailer. (Part code: XC4489-051)

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.

10.* 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.

26.

No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code

1 Buttonhole foot “A” XC2691-053 15 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051 2 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051 16 Spool cap (large) 130012-054 3 Monogramming foot “N” X53840-351 17 Spool cap (medium)(2) X55260-153 4 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 18 Spool cap (small) 130013-154 5 Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) XC3021-051 19 Extra spool pin XC4654-051 6 Blind stitch foot “R” X56409-051 20 Spool net XA5523-050 7 Button fitting foot “M” 130489-001 21 Foot controller XC6651-151 8 Seam ripper X54243-051 22 Operation manual XE0464-001

9 Bobbin (4) X52800-150 23 Quick reference guide XE0465-001 10 Needle set X58358-051 24 Hard case XC9701-053 11 Twin needle X59296-151 25 Accessory bag XC4487-051 12 Cleaning brush X59476-051 26 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051 13 Eyelet punch 135793-001 27 Stitch pattern plate XE0543-001 14 Screwdriver (large) XC8349-051

27.

* 75/11 2 needles

90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored)

Accessories 7

■ Attaching the stitch pattern plate

The stitch pattern plate shows the stitches and the stitch numbers. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser foot that should be used appears below the stitch number. Attach the stitch pattern plate to the handle as shown in the illustration below.

Optional accessories

The following are available as optional accessories.

1. 2. 3.

4. 5. 6. 7.

8. 9. 10. 11.

No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code

1 Side cutter FA10 7 Non stick foot FA8

2 Quilting guide FA11 8 Open toe foot FA7

3 Extension table BLR-ET 9 Stitch guide foot “P” FA6

4 Walking foot BLG-WI 10 1/4 inch quilting foot FA1

5 Quilting foot FA2

6 Adjustable zipper/piping foot FA9

1/4 inch quilting foot with

guide

ESG-QGF

Memo

● Visit your Baby Lock retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions

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

Front view

1 Thread guide plate

Pass the thread under the thread guide plate.

2 Thread guide cover

Pass the thread behind the thread guide cover when threading the upper thread.

3 Spool pin

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.

4 Bobbin winding thread guide and pretension disk

Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the pretension disk when winding the bobbin thread.

5 Top cover

Open the top cover to place the spool of thread on the spool pin.

6 Bobbin winder

Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.

7 Operation panel

Use for stitch selection and various stitch functions (page 12).

8 Operation buttons and sewing speed controller

Use these buttons and the slide to operate the sewing machine (page 11).

9 Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment

Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. When sewing cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment.

0 Thread cutter

Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.

A Needle threader lever

Use the needle threader to thread the needle.

B Thread take-up lever check window

Look through the window to check the position of the take-up lever.

C Thread tension dial

Use the thread tension dial to adjust the tension of the upper thread.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 9

Needle and presser foot section

1 Buttonhole lever

The buttonhole lever is used with the one-step buttonhole foot to create buttonholes.

2 Thread guide disk

Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to thread the needle.

3 Needle bar thread guide

Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide.

4 Needle plate

The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew straight seams.

5 Needle plate cover

Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case and race.

6 Bobbin cover

Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin.

7 Feed dogs

The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.

8 Presser foot

The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for the selected stitch.

9 Presser foot holder

The presser foot is attached onto the presser foot holder.

Right-side/rear view

1 Presser foot dial

Use the presser foot dial to adjust the amount of pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric.

2 Handle

Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine.

3 Handwheel

Turn the handwheel toward you to raise and lower the needle. The handwheel should be turned towards you (counterclockwise).

4 Air vent

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

5 Main power switch

Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine ON and OFF.

6 Foot controller jack

Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable into the foot controller jack.

7 Power supply jack

Insert the plug on the power cord into the power supply jack.

8 Feed dog position switch

Use the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs.

9 Presser foot lever

Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot.

Memo

● Refer to pages 9 through 12 while you are learning to use your machine.

Operation buttons

The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations.

1 “Start/Stop” button /

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is depressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 42). The button lights up in green, red or orange, depending on how the sewing machine is being operated.

Green: When the machine is ready to start

sewing or while it is sewing

Red: When the machine is not ready to start

sewing

Orange: When the bobbin winder shaft is moved

to the right for winding the bobbin thread onto the bobbin

2 “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button

Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. Reverse stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to sew in the opposite direction. Reinforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other. For details, refer to “Securing the stitching” (page 44).

3 “Needle Position” button

Press the “Needle Position” button to raise or lower the needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch.

4 Sewing speed controller

Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 11

Operation panel

The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of various buttons and sliders for specifying how the stitch will be sewn.

9 A

1 Stitch width adjustment slider / 2 Stitch width adjustment button

These are used to adjust the width of the stitch or the needle position. After pressing the stitch width adjustment button, use the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width.

3 Stitch length adjustment slider / 4 Stitch length adjustment button

These are used to adjust the length of the stitch. After pressing the stitch length adjustment button, use the stitch length adjustment slider to adjust the stitch length.

5 Needle mode selection key (single/twin)

Press the needle mode selection key to select the twin needle sewing setting. Each time this key is pressed, the setting switches between that for single needle sewing and for twin needle sewing.

6 Needle stop position key

This is used to change the position of the needle when the sewing machine is stopped. If the key is lit, the sewing machine will stop with the needle raised. If the key is not lit, the sewing machine will stop with the needle lowered.

7 Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key

Press the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the beginning and end of stitching.

8 Stitch selection key

Press the stitch selection key to select the number for the stitch that you wish to use. 80 stitches are available. For details, refer to “Selecting Stitching” (page 56).

9 Stitch indicator

This displays the number, width and length of the currently selected stitch. Press the stitch number display key (0), stitch width display key (A) or the stitch length display key (B) to display the corresponding information. In addition, error messages for incorrect operation appear in the stitch indicator.

0 Stitch number display key

Press the stitch number display key to display the number of the currently selected stitch. When the stitch number is displayed, the stitch number display key lights up.

A Stitch width display key

Press the stitch width display key to display the width of the currently selected stitch. When the stitch width is displayed, the stitch width display key lights up.

B Stitch length display key

Press the stitch length display key to display the length of the currently selected stitch. When the stitch length is displayed, the stitch length display key lights up.

1 GETTING READY

The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.

Turning the Machine On/Off .................................................................................. 14

Power supply precautions .................................................................................. 14

Turning on the machine ..................................................................................... 15

Turning off the machine ..................................................................................... 15

Winding/Installing the Bobbin ................................................................................16

Bobbin precautions ............................................................................................ 16

Winding the bobbin ...........................................................................................16

Installing the bobbin ..........................................................................................20

Upper Threading ..................................................................................................... 22

Threading the upper thread................................................................................ 22

Threading the needle.......................................................................................... 25

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)..................26

Using the twin needle ........................................................................................27

Pulling up the bobbin thread.............................................................................. 29

Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................30

Needle precautions ............................................................................................ 30

Needle types and their uses................................................................................30

Checking the needle...........................................................................................31

Replacing the needle .......................................................................................... 32

Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................33

Presser foot precautions ..................................................................................... 33

Replacing the presser foot ..................................................................................33

Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot .......................................................... 34

Removing the presser foot holder ...................................................................... 35

Using the optional walking foot ......................................................................... 35

Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces.......................................................................... 37

Stitching cylindrical pieces.................................................................................37

Sewing large pieces of fabric.............................................................................. 37

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Turning the Machine On/Off

This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off.

Power supply precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.

WARNING

●

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 supply jack on the machine.

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

● Turn off the main power 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

CAUTION

● 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 off the main power 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 and 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.

Turning on the machine

Turning off the machine

Make sure that the sewing machine is turned

off (the main power switch is set to “O”), and then plug the power cord into the power supply jack on the right side of the machine.

Insert the plug of the power cord into a

household electrical outlet.

1 Power supply jack

Press the right side of the main power switch

on the right side of the machine (set it to “|”).

When you are finished using the sewing machine, turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing machine to another location, be sure to turn it off.

Make sure that the machine is not sewing.

Press the left side of the main power switch on

the right side of the machine (set it to “{”).

X The sewing lamp goes off when the

machine is turned off.

Unplug the power cord from the electrical

outlet.

Grasp the plug when unplugging the power cord.

Unplug the power cord from the power

supply jack.

X The sewing lamp comes on when the

machine is turned on.

Note

● If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is being operated, turn off the sewing machine and unplug the power cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine. (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.

Turning the Machine On/Off 15

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Winding/Installing the Bobbin

This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.

Bobbin precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin.

CAUTION

● Only use the bobbin (part code: X52800-150) designed specifically for this sewing machine.

Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine.

● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other

models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: X52800-150).

Actual size

11.5 mm

(7/16 inch)

This model Other model

Winding the bobbin

Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread.

1 Bobbin winder

Memo

● The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on the sewing machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

Turn on the sewing machine.

Open the top cover.

Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft

so that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin. Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into place.

1 Notch 2 Bobbin winder shaft spring

Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of the

arrow until it snaps into place.

Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto

the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom.

• If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin.

Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left.

CAUTION

● If the spool or the spool cap is not

positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin and the needle may break.

● Three spool cap sizes are available (large,

medium and small), allowing you to choose a spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used. If the spool cap is too small for the spool being used, the thread may catch on the slit in the spool and the needle may break.

• / (“Start/Stop” button) lights up in orange.

Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the

spool pin.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap

Winding/Installing the Bobbin 17

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While holding the thread near the spool with

Memo

● When sewing with fine, cross-wound

thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a

your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover and to the front.

small space between the cap and the spool.

1 Spool cap (small) 2 Spool (cross-wound thread) 3 Space

● When using thread that winds off quickly,

such as transparent nylon thread or metallic thread, place the spool net over the spool before placing the spool of thread onto the spool pin. If the spool net is too long, fold it to fit the size of the spool. When the spool net is used, the tension of the upper thread will slightly increase. Be sure to check the thread tension. For details, refer to “Changing the tension of the upper thread” (page 46).

1 Spool net 2 Spool 3 Spool cap 4 Spool pin

1 Thread guide cover

Pass the thread under the thread guide plate

from the right.

1 Thread guide plate

Pass the thread under the hook on the thread

guide, and then wind it counterclockwise under the pretension disk.

1 Thread guide and pretension disk

Note

● Make sure that the thread passes under the pretension disk.

While holding the thread with your left hand,

wind the thread that was pulled out clockwise around the bobbin five or six times with your right hand.

Note

● Make sure that the thread between the spool and the bobbin is pulled tight.

● Be sure to wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin, otherwise the thread will become wrapped around the bobbin winder shaft.

Press / (“Start/Stop” button) once.

1 “Start/Stop” button

• When the bobbin winding becomes slow,

press to stop the machine.

•

/ (“Start/Stop” button) once

CAUTION

● When the bobbin winding becomes slow,

stop the machine, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged.

Pass the end of the thread through the guide

slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull the thread to the right to cut it.

Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter)

X The thread is cut to a suitable length.

CAUTION

● Be sure to cut the thread as described. If

the bobbin is wound without cutting the thread using the cutter built into the slit in the bobbin winder seat, the thread may become tangled in the bobbin and the needle may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to run out.

Slide the sewing speed controller to the right

to increase the bobbin winding speed and slide to left to decrease.

Use scissors to cut the end of the thread

wound around the bobbin.

Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left.

Remove the bobbin from the shaft.

Memo

● When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the bobbin, the machine will make a clicking sound; this is not a malfunction.

1 Sewing speed controller

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Remove the bobbin cover.

Installing the bobbin

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

Hold the bobbin with your right hand and

hold the end of the thread with your left.

CAUTION

● Use a bobbin that has been correctly

wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

• Be careful not to drop the bobbin.

Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that

the thread unrolls to the left.

● The bobbin was designed specifically for

this sewing machine. If bobbins from other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of the same type (part code: X52800-150).

Actual size

11.5 mm

(7/16 inch)

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Memo

● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right.

• Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly.

•

CAUTION

● Be sure to install the bobbin so that the

thread unwinds in the correct direction, otherwise the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

Memo

● The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks around the bobbin case. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

1 Bobbin cover 2 Latch

X The bobbin cover opens.

Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right

hand, and then guide the thread as shown with your left hand.

Reattach the bobbin cover.

Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side.

CAUTION

● When installing the bobbin, be sure to

hold it down with your finger. If the bobbin is not correctly installed, the thread tension will be incorrect.

Pass the thread through the slot as shown, and

then pull the thread out toward the front.

1 Cutter

X The cutter cuts the thread.

X The lower threading is finished.

Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in “Upper Threading” (page 22).

Memo

● You can begin sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread. If you wish to pull up the bobbin thread before starting to sew, pull up the thread according to the procedure in “Pulling up the bobbin thread” (page 29).

Note

● Make sure that the thread is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted correctly, reinsert the thread.

1 Tension-adjusting spring

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Upper Threading

In this section, the procedures for positioning the spool for the upper thread and threading the needle are described.

CAUTION

● When threading the upper thread,

carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled and the needle may bend and break.

Memo

● The order that the machine should be threaded is indicated by a solid line on the sewing machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

Threading the upper thread

Set the spool of thread on the spool pin, and then thread the machine.

Turn on the sewing machine.

Raise the presser foot lever.

1 Presser foot lever

Note

● If the presser foot is not raised, the sewing machine cannot be threaded.

Press (“Needle Position” button)

once or twice to raise the needle.

1 “Needle Position” button

• The needle is correctly raised when the mark on the handwheel is at the top, as shown below. Check the handwheel and, if this mark is not at this position, press (“Needle Position” button) until it is.

1 Mark on handwheel

Open the top cover.

Place the spool of thread onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom.

Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left.

CAUTION

● If the spool or the spool cap is not

positioned correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin and the needle may break.

● Three spool cap sizes are available (large,

Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the

spool pin.

1 Spool pin 2 Spool cap

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While holding the thread lightly with your

right hand, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover and to the front.

Note

● If the presser foot has been lowered and the shutter is closed, the machine cannot be threaded. Be sure to raise the presser foot

and open the shutter before threading the machine. In addition, before removing the upper thread, be sure to raise the presser foot and open the shutter.

● This machine is equipped with a window that allows you to check the position of the take-up lever. Look through this window and check that the thread is correctly fed through the take-up lever.

1 Thread guide cover

Pass the thread under the thread guide plate,

and then pull it up.

1 Thread guide plate

While using your right hand to lightly hold the

thread passed under the thread guide plate, pass the thread through the thread path in the order shown below.

1 Shutter

Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread

guide.

The thread can easily be passed behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand, then feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown.

1 Needle bar thread guide

Next, use the needle threader to thread the needle. Continue with the procedure in “Threading the needle” (page 25).

Threading the needle

This section describes how to thread the needle.

Note

● The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16.

● Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader.

● The needle threader cannot be used with the wing needle or the twin needle.

● If the needle threader cannot be used, refer to “Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)” (page 26).

Note

● If the thread is pulled through and cannot be cut correctly, lower the presser foot so that the thread is held in place before cutting the thread. If this operation is performed, skip step 3. When using thread that quickly winds off the

●

spool, such as metallic thread, it may be difficult to thread the needle if the thread is cut. Therefore, instead of using the thread cutter, pull out about 80 mm (approx. 3 inches) of thread after passing it through the thread guide disks (marked “7”).

Pull the end of the thread passed through the

needle bar thread guide to the left, and then pass the thread through the thread guide disk from the front.

1 Thread guide disk

Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side

of the machine.

1 80 mm (3 inches) or more

Lower the presser foot lever to lower the

presser foot.

1 Presser foot lever

Lower the needle threader lever on the left

side of the machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to its original position.

1 Cutter

1 Needle threader lever

X The thread is passed through the eye of the

needle.

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Note

● If the needle was not completely threaded, but a loop in the thread was formed in the eye of the needle, carefully pull the loop through the eye of the needle to pull out the end of the thread.

CAUTION

● When pulling out the thread, do not pull

it with extreme force, otherwise the needle may break or bend.

Raise the presser foot lever, pass the end of

the thread through the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine.

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)

When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker, the wing needle or the twin needle which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below.

Thread the machine to the needle bar thread

guide.

• For details, refer to “Upper Threading” (page 22).

Lower the presser foot lever.

1 Presser foot lever

Pass the thread through the eye of the needle

from front to back.

1 5 cm (2 inches)

X The upper threading is finished.

Now that the upper threading and the lower threading are finished, you are ready to begin sewing.

Note

● If the needle is not raised, the needle threader cannot thread the needle. Be sure to press (“Needle Position” button) to raise the needle before using the needle threader.

Raise the presser foot lever, pass the end of

the thread through the presser foot, and then pull out about 5 cm (2 inches) of thread toward the rear of the machine.

Using the twin needle

With the twin needle, you can sew two parallel lines of the same stitch with two different threads. Both upper threads should have the same thickness and quality. Be sure to use the twin needle, the extra spool pin and the spool cap. For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to “Stitch Settings” (page 94).

CAUTION

● Only use the twin needle (part code:

X59296-151). Use of any other needle may bend the needle or damage the machine.

● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can

easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.

Install the twin needle.

• For details on installing a needle, refer to

“Replacing the needle” (page 32).

Thread the upper thread for the left needle

eye.

• For details, refer to steps

“Threading the upper thread” (page 22).

1 through a of

Insert the extra spool pin onto the bobbin

winder shaft.

Insert the extra spool pin so that it is perpendicular to the bobbin winder shaft.

1 Bobbin winder shaft

Swing down the spool pin so that it is

horizontal.

Place the upper thread spool for the needle on

the right side onto the extra spool pin, and then secure it with the spool cap.

The thread should unroll from the top front of the spool.

Manually thread the left needle with the

upper thread.

Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front.

• The needle threader cannot be used with the

twin needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged.

1 Spool cap 2 Spool

Thread the upper thread for the right side in

the same way that the upper thread for the left side was threaded.

1 Thread guide cover

• For details, refer to step 8 through 0 of

“Threading the upper thread” (page 22).

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Without passing the thread through the

needle bar thread guide, manually thread the right needle.

Pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front.

• The needle threader cannot be used with the

twin needle. If the needle threader is used with the twin needle, the sewing machine may be damaged.

Attach zigzag foot “J”.

• For details on changing the presser foot, refer

to “Replacing the presser foot” (page 33).

CAUTION

●

When using the twin needle, be sure to attach zigzag foot “J”, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Press (Needle mode selection key).

X (Needle mode selection key) lights up,

and the twin needle can now be used.

• To return to single needle sewing, press (Needle mode selection key) until the key is no longer lit.

• Even after the sewing machine is turned off, the twin needle setting is not cancelled.

CAUTION

● When using the twin needle, be sure to

select an appropriate stitch, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Start sewing.

• For details on starting to sew, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 42).

Turn on the sewing machine.

Select a stitch.

• For details on selecting a stitch, refer to “Selecting Stitching” (page 56).

• For details on the stitches that can be sewn with the twin needle, refer to “Stitch Settings” (page 94).

CAUTION

● After adjusting the stitch width, slowly

turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and check that the needle does not touch the presser foot. If the needle hits the presser foot, the needle may bend or break.

X Two lines of stitching are sewn parallel to

each other.

CAUTION

●

When changing the sewing direction, press (“Needle Position” button) to raise the needle from the fabric, and then raise the presser foot lever and turn the fabric. or the machine may be damaged.

●

Do not try turning the fabric with the twin needle left down in the fabric, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

Otherwise the needle may break

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