Baby Lock Ellure Plus BLR2 Instruction and Reference Guide

CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING

OUR MACHINE

Your machine is the most advanced computerized household embroidery and 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.

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

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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

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• Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine,

operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

power cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.

5Special 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.

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6This machine is not a toy:

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

• Do not use outdoors.

7For 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.

8For 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 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.

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

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

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)

Responsible Party: Tacony Corporation

1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton, Missouri 63026

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 BLR2

• 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.

Contents

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

Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 7

Sewing Machine Features .................................................................................................... 7

Accessories.......................................................................................................................... 8

Included accessories .........................................................................................................................................8

Optional accessories.........................................................................................................................................9

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ...................................................................10

Front view.......................................................................................................................................................10

Needle and presser foot section ......................................................................................................................11

Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................11

Operation buttons...........................................................................................................................................12

Operation panel..............................................................................................................................................13

GETTING READY 15

Turning the Machine On/Off............................................................................................. 16

Power supply precautions ...............................................................................................................................16

Turning on the machine.................................................................................................................................. 17

Turning off the machine..................................................................................................................................17

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation............................................................................ 18

Viewing the LCD.............................................................................................................................................18

Changing the machine settings........................................................................................................................19

Checking machine operating procedures ........................................................................................................21

Winding/Installing the Bobbin........................................................................................... 23

Bobbin precautions .........................................................................................................................................23

Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 23

Installing the bobbin .......................................................................................................................................27

Upper Threading ...............................................................................................................29

About the spool of thread ................................................................................................................................29

Threading the upper thread .............................................................................................................................30

Threading the needle ...................................................................................................................................... 32

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) ................................................................33

Using the twin needle ..................................................................................................................................... 34

Pulling up the bobbin thread...........................................................................................................................37

Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................38

Needle precautions.........................................................................................................................................38

Needle types and their uses............................................................................................................................. 39

Checking the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 40

Replacing the needle....................................................................................................................................... 40

Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................42

Presser foot precautions .................................................................................................................................. 42

Replacing the presser foot ...............................................................................................................................42

Removing and attaching the presser foot holder ..............................................................................................44

Sewing Cylindrical Pieces.................................................................................................. 45

Free-arm sewing..............................................................................................................................................45

SEWING BASICS 47

Sewing............................................................................................................................... 48

General sewing procedure .............................................................................................................................. 48

Selecting stitching...........................................................................................................................................49

Positioning the fabric ...................................................................................................................................... 50

Starting to sew.................................................................................................................................................51

Securing the stitching......................................................................................................................................53

Cutting the thread ...........................................................................................................................................54

Setting the Stitch ...............................................................................................................56

Adjusting the stitch width................................................................................................................................ 56

Adjusting the stitch length ............................................................................................................................... 57

Adjusting the thread tension............................................................................................................................ 57

Useful Functions................................................................................................................59

Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches.......................................................................................59

Automatically cutting the thread .....................................................................................................................60

Mirroring stitches ............................................................................................................................................61

Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................ 62

Trial sewing ....................................................................................................................................................62

Changing the sewing direction........................................................................................................................62

Sewing curves.................................................................................................................................................62

Adjusting the presser foot pressure ..................................................................................................................62

Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................63

Sewing thin fabrics..........................................................................................................................................64

Sewing stretch fabrics......................................................................................................................................64

Sewing leathers or vinyl fabrics.......................................................................................................................64

Sewing an even seam allowance..................................................................................................................... 64

Hands-free raising and lowering of the presser foot.........................................................................................65

UTILITY STITCHES 67

Stitch Setting Chart ...........................................................................................................68

Utility stitches................................................................................................................................................. 68

Other stitches..................................................................................................................................................72

Selecting Stitching .............................................................................................................75

Stitch types......................................................................................................................................................75

Selecting stitching...........................................................................................................................................75

Saving stitch settings .......................................................................................................................................77

Overcasting Stitches .......................................................................................................... 79

Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” ...................................................................................79

Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J”............................................................................................. 80

Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter...............................................................................81

Basic Stitching ................................................................................................................... 83

Basting ............................................................................................................................................................83

Basic stitching.................................................................................................................................................83

Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................85

Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing.................................................................................. 87

Buttonhole sewing ..........................................................................................................................................88

Button sewing ................................................................................................................................................. 92

Zipper Insertion................................................................................................................. 94

Inserting a centered zipper ..............................................................................................................................94

Inserting a side zipper .....................................................................................................................................96

Zipper/piping Insertion .....................................................................................................99

Inserting a centered zipper ..............................................................................................................................99

Inserting a piping ..........................................................................................................................................100

Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape .......................................................................... 101

Stretch stitching.............................................................................................................................................101

Elastic attaching ............................................................................................................................................101

Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ........................................................................103

Appliqué stitching .........................................................................................................................................104

Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ................................................................................................................... 105

Piecing..........................................................................................................................................................105

Quilting ........................................................................................................................................................107

Free-motion quilting......................................................................................................................................108

Satin stitching using the sewing speed controller........................................................................................... 109

Reinforcement Stitching .................................................................................................. 111

Triple stretch stitching ...................................................................................................................................111

Bar tack stitching...........................................................................................................................................111

Darning......................................................................................................................................................... 113

Eyelet Stitching................................................................................................................ 115

Horizontal Stitching ........................................................................................................116

Decorative Stitching ........................................................................................................ 118

Fagoting........................................................................................................................................................119

Scallop stitching............................................................................................................................................120

Smocking......................................................................................................................................................120

Shell tuck stitching ........................................................................................................................................121

Joining ..........................................................................................................................................................122

Heirloom stitching ........................................................................................................................................123

Sewing the Various Built-in Decorative Patterns ............................................................. 126

Sewing beautiful patterns ..............................................................................................................................126

Sewing patterns.............................................................................................................................................126

Changing the pattern size..............................................................................................................................127

Changing the stitch density ........................................................................................................................... 127

Changing the length for satin stitches ............................................................................................................ 128

Shifting patterns ............................................................................................................................................129

Combining patterns.......................................................................................................................................130

Saving patterns.............................................................................................................................................. 133

Realigning the pattern ...................................................................................................................................134

EMBROIDERY 137

Embroidering Neatly .......................................................................................................138

What to prepare............................................................................................................................................138

Embroidery step by step ................................................................................................................................140

Attaching the Embroidery Foot........................................................................................141

Attaching the embroidery foot....................................................................................................................... 141

Removing the embroidery foot ...................................................................................................................... 143

Attaching the Embroidery Unit........................................................................................144

Embroidery unit precautions ......................................................................................................................... 144

Attaching the embroidery unit....................................................................................................................... 144

Removing the embroidery unit ...................................................................................................................... 146

Preparing the Fabric ........................................................................................................ 147

Attaching an optional stabilizer material to the fabric.................................................................................... 147

Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame.....................................................................................................148

Attaching the Embroidery Frame..................................................................................... 151

Attaching the embroidery frame .................................................................................................................... 151

Removing the embroidery frame ................................................................................................................... 152

Selecting Embroidery Patterns......................................................................................... 153

Copyright information .................................................................................................................................. 153

Embroidery pattern types...............................................................................................................................153

LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ........................................................................................................... 154

Selecting characters ......................................................................................................................................156

Selecting a Baby Lock Exclusive pattern/embroidery pattern .........................................................................157

Selecting a frame pattern............................................................................................................................... 158

Using an embroidery card (sold separately)...................................................................................................159

Embroidering................................................................................................................... 160

Sewing attractive finishes .............................................................................................................................. 160

Embroidering a pattern.................................................................................................................................. 161

Appliquéing .................................................................................................................................................163

Editing Patterns ...............................................................................................................165

Adjusting the layout......................................................................................................................................165

Adjusting the thread tension.......................................................................................................................... 167

Resewing ......................................................................................................................................................168

Thread runs out partway through a design..................................................................................................... 168

Stopping while embroidering ........................................................................................................................169

Using the Memory Function ............................................................................................ 171

Embroidery data precautions......................................................................................................................... 171

Saving patterns.............................................................................................................................................. 172

Retrieving embroidery patterns from the computer........................................................................................173

APPENDIX 175

Care and Maintenance ....................................................................................................176

Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 176

Cleaning the race.......................................................................................................................................... 176

Cleaning the bobbin case .............................................................................................................................. 177

Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................178

Error messages ..............................................................................................................................................183

Adjusting the LCD.........................................................................................................................................186

Operation beep.............................................................................................................................................186

Canceling the operation beep .......................................................................................................................187

Upgrading Your Machine’s Software............................................................................... 188

Index ............................................................................................................................... 189

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

a Simple bobbin-winding

The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread (page 23).

b Built-in stitches

You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches and decorative stitches (page 68).

c Quick-set bobbin

You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 27).

d Automatic thread cutting

The thread can be cut automatically after sewing (page 60).

e Embroidery

You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 137).

f Knee lifter

Use the knee lifter to raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric (

page 65

Introduction 7

Accessories

Included accessories

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

Note

(For U.S.A. only)

z Foot controller: Model T

This foot controller can be used on this machine model BLR2.

z The screw for the presser foot holder is

available through your authorized retailer. (Part code: XA4813-051)

z 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.

27.

32. 33. 34. 35.

39.

*75/11 2 needles

90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle

28.

29. 30. 31.

36.

(gold colored)

37. 38.

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

1 Buttonhole foot “A” XC2691-053 24 Spool net XA5523-050 2 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051 25 Foot controller XC8816-021 3 Monogramming foot “N” X53840-351 26 Operation manual XE0525-001 4 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 27 Quick reference guide XE1114-001 5 Zigzag foot “J” 6 Blind stitch foot “R” X56409-051 7 Button fitting foot “M” 130489-001 8 Stitch guide foot “P” FA6

9 Adjustable zipper/piping foot FA9 10 Non stick foot FA8 11 Open toe foot FA7 12 Seam ripper X54243-051 13 Bobbin (4) X52800-150 14 Needle set X58358-051 15 Twin needle X59296-151 16 Cleaning brush X59476-051 17 Eyelet punch 135793-001 33 Knee lifter XA6941-052 18 Screwdriver (large) XC8349-051 34 USB cable XD0745-051 19 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051 35 Scissors XC1807-121 20 Spool cap (large) 130012-054 36 Hard case XC9701-053 21 Spool cap (medium) (2) X55260-153 37 Accessory bag XC4487-051 22 Spool cap (small) 130013-154 38 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051 23 Extra spool pin XC4654-051 39

(on machine)

XC3021-051 28 Embroidery foot “Q” XD0474-051

Embroidery set (large)

H 18 cm (H 7 inches

Embroidery set (multi-position (extra large))

H 30 cm × W 13 cm (H 12 inches × W 5 inches)

31 Embroidery bobbin thread (white) BBT-W

Alternate bobbin case

(pink marking)

Bobbin center pin (for prewound bobbin)

W 13 cm

W 5 inches)

EF84:Frame

EF89:Embroidery sheet

EF85:Frame

EF90:Embroidery sheet

XC8167-251

XD0835-051

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

Embroidery bobbin thread (white)

Embroidery bobbin thread (black)

2 Embroidery card

Embroidery set (small)

H 2 cm × W 6 cm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches)

Embroidery set (medium) H 10 cm × W 10 cm

(H 4 inches × W 4 inches) 5 Extension table BLR-ET 6 Walking foot BLG-WF 7 Quilting foot FA2 8 1/4 inch quilting foot FA1 9 Side cutter “S” FA10

10 Quilting guide FA11

1/4 inch quilting foot

with guide

BBT-W

BBT-B

–

EF82:Frame

EF87:Embroidery sheet

EF83:Frame

EF88:Embroidery sheet

ESG-QFG

Memo

z All specifications are correct at the time of

printing. The part codes are subject to change without notice.

z Visit your Baby Lock retailer for a complete

listing of optional accessories available for your machine.

z Use Baby Lock embroidery card with your

machine. Please see your retailer for availability of embroidery cards or visit the Baby Lock web site at www.babylock.com

Accessories 9

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

a Thread guide plate

Pass the thread under the thread guide plate.

b Thread guide cover

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

c Spool pin

Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.

d Bobbin winding thread guide and pretension disk

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

e Top cover

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

f Bobbin winder

Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.

g Operation panel

From the operation panel, stitch settings can be viewed and edited, and operations for using the machine can be displayed (page 13).

h Knee lifter mounting slot

Insert the knee lifter into the knee lifter mounting slot.

i Embroidery unit connector slot

Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit.

j Presser foot lever

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

k Operation buttons and sewing speed controller

Use these buttons and the slide to operate the sewing machine (page 12).

l Flat bed attachment

Insert the accessory tray into the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. Remove the flat bed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs.

m Thread cutter

Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.

n Needle threader lever

Use the needle threader lever to thread the needle.

o Thread take-up lever check window

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

Needle and presser foot section

a Buttonhole lever

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

b Thread guide disk

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

c Needle bar thread guide

Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide.

d Needle plate

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

e Needle plate cover

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

f Bobbin cover

Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin.

g Feed dogs

The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.

h Presser foot

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

i Presser foot holder

The presser foot is attached onto the presser foot holder.

Right-side/rear view

a Handle

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

b Handwheel

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

c Embroidery card slot

Insert the embroidery card.

d USB port connector

Plug the USB cable into the USB port connector.

e 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.

f Main power switch

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

g Foot controller jack

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

h Power supply jack

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

i Feed dog position switch

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

j Presser foot pressure dial

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

k Presser foot lever

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

Memo

z Refer to pages 10 through 13 while you are

learning to use your machine.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 11

Operation buttons

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

a “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 pressed. When sewing is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details, refer to “Starting to sew” (page 51). The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode.

Green: The machine is ready to sew or is

sewing.

Red: The machine can not sew.

Orange: The machine is winding the bobbin

thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right side.

b “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 53).

c “Needle Position” button

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

d “Thread Cutter” button

Press the “Thread Cutter” button after sewing is stopped to cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. For details, refer to “Cutting the thread” (page 54).

e Sewing speed controller

Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing speed.

Note

z Do not press (“Thread Cutter” button)

if there is no fabric under the presser foot or while the machine is sewing, otherwise damage to the machine may occur.

z When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon

thread or other special threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine. For details, refer to “Using the thread cutter” (page 55).

CAUTION

● Do not press (“Thread Cutter” button) after the threads have already been cut, otherwise the needle may break, the threads may become tangled or damage to the machine may occur.

Operation panel

The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys.

a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel)

Selected pattern settings and messages are displayed. Touch the keys displayed on the LCD to perform operations. For details, refer to “LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation” (page 18).

b Back key

Press to return to the previous screen.

c Previous page key

Displays the previous screen when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD.

d Next page key

Displays the next screen when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD.

e Memory key

Press to enter character embroidery, combined stitch patterns, etc into the sewing machine memory.

f Utility stitch key

Press this key to select a utility stitch or decorative stitch.

g Embroidery key

Press this key to sew embroidery.

h Settings key

Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more.

i Sewing machine help key

Press to get help on using the sewing machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 13

1 GETTING READY

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

Turning the Machine On/Off .................................................................................. 16

Power supply precautions .................................................................................. 16

Turning on the machine .....................................................................................17

Turning off the machine .....................................................................................17

LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation..................................................................18

Viewing the LCD ................................................................................................18

Changing the machine settings...........................................................................19

Checking machine operating procedures ...........................................................21

Winding/Installing the Bobbin.................................................................................23

Bobbin precautions ............................................................................................23

Winding the bobbin ...........................................................................................23

Installing the bobbin ..........................................................................................27

Upper Threading .....................................................................................................29

About the spool of thread .................................................................................. 29

Threading the upper thread................................................................................30

Threading the needle..........................................................................................32

Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)..................33

Using the twin needle ........................................................................................34

Pulling up the bobbin thread..............................................................................37

Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................38

Needle precautions ............................................................................................38

Needle types and their uses................................................................................39

Checking the needle...........................................................................................40

Replacing the needle ..........................................................................................40

Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................42

Presser foot precautions .....................................................................................42

Replacing the presser foot .................................................................................. 42

Removing and attaching the presser foot holder ................................................44

Sewing Cylindrical Pieces........................................................................................45

Free-arm sewing.................................................................................................45

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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

Prepare the included power cord.

Make sure that the sewing machine is turned

off (the main power switch is set to “ ”), 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.

a Power supply jack

Press the right side of the main power switch

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

Turning off the machine

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 to turn the machine off (set it to “ ”).

X The sewing lamps and the LCD go 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 light, LCD and / (“Start/Stop”

button) light up when the machine is turned on.

Note

z 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)

z 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.

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LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation

Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the sewing machine.

Viewing the LCD

When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on, and the following screen is displayed.

The screen is changed using the keys below the screen, and operations performed by directly touching the icons

on the LCD screen.

■ Utility stitch selection screen

klm

j h

d e

a Selected stitch b Presser foot to be used c Stitches d Stitch settings and twin needle sewing e Stitch width (mm) f Stitch length (mm) g Thread tension h Number of the selected stitch

g f

d e

i Number of stitches contained in the selected stitch

type

j Horizontal mirror image k Automatic thread cutting l Automatic reverse/reinforcement m Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position

■ Stitch type selection screen

Press / (Utility stitch key) to display the screen for selecting the stitch type. The details are explained in “Selecting stitching” (page 49).

j h i

g f

Memo

z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is attached. z Refer to “Error messages” (page 183) for messages displayed on the LCD. z Depending on the model of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed when the power is turned

on. When an animation is displayed, the screen above will be displayed if you touch the LCD with your finger.

Changing the machine settings

Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed. The stitch or machine attributes that can be set are listed below.

Attribute Icon Details Settings

Needle position

Stitch width control

Vertical pattern adjustment

Horizontal pattern adjustment

Thread color display

Display unit

Embroidery tension

Max embroide ry speed

Buzzer

Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is stopped.

Allows the stitch width to be adjusted with the sewing speed controller.

Adjusts the up and down position of the pattern (page 134).

Adjusts the left and right position of the pattern (page 134).

Changes the thread color display on the embroidery screen.

(When “Thread No. #123” is selected)

Selects the measurement units that are displayed (only for embroidering).

Adjusts the thread tension for embroidering (only for embroidering).

Specifies the maximum embroidering speed.

Specifies whether or not a beep is sounded with each operation (page 187).

Down Up

-9 to +9

Thread color/Time to embroider/ Needle count/Thread number (#123)

Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/ Madeira rayon/Sulky/Robison anton

mm/INCH

-8 to +8

Opening screen

Initial needle position

Language

LCD brightness

Stitch counter

Product number

Program version

NO.:

VERSION

Sets whether or not to display the opening screen when the power is turned on. (There are models where this cannot be changed.)

Select the straight stitch that is automatically selected when the machine is turned on.

Allows the language used in the screens to be changed.

Adjusts the brightness of the LCD.

Display the service count of embroidery stitches. The service count is a reminder to take your machine in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized retailer for details.)

The “NO.” is the number for the sewing and embroidery machine.

: Display the program version.

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English/German/French/Italian/Dutch/ Spanish/Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/Russian/ Korean/Thai/others

Lighter Darker

GETTING READY — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —

Turn on the sewing machine.

X The LCD comes on.

Press / (Settings key) on the

operation panel.

X The settings screen appears.

Press the item to be set.

Switch screens using (Previous page key) and (Next page key).

• The items shown in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of purchase.

 Example: Changing the needle stop position

When settings are complete, press

(Back key).

Checking machine operating procedures

X The initial screen appears again.

Note

z Settings that are changed are not lost when

the power is turned off.

Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD.

Turn on the sewing machine.

X The LCD comes on.

Press / (Sewing machine help key)

on the operation panel.

X The sewing machine help screen appears.

Press the item to be displayed.

a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Embroidery unit attachment f Embroidery frame attachment g Embroidery foot attachment h Presser foot replacement

X The first screen describing the procedure for

the selected topic appears.

• Pressing (Back key), returns you to the item selection screen.

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Press (Next page key) to switch to the

next page.

If you press (Previous page key), you return to the previous page.

 Example: Upper threading

After you finish looking, press (Back

key) two times.

X The initial stitch screen appears again.

Note

z For details on each topic, refer to the

corresponding page in this Operation Manual.

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.

a Bobbin winder

Memo

z 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.

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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.

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

a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring

Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of the

arrow until it snaps into place.

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

Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the

spool pin.

a Spool pin b Spool cap

● 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.

●

While holding the thread near the spool with

Memo

z When sewing with fine, cross-wound thread,

use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool.

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.

a Spool cap (small) b Spool (cross-wound thread) c Space

z 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.

z 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 “Adjusting the thread tension” (page

57)".

a Spool net b Spool c Spool cap d Spool pin

a Thread guide cover

Pass the thread under the thread guide plate,

and then pull it to the right.

a Thread guide plate

Pass the thread under the hook on the thread

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

a Thread guide and pretension disk

Note

z Make sure that the thread passes under the

pretension disk.

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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

z 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.

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.

Press / (“Start/Stop” button) once to

start winding the bobbin.

a “Start/Stop” button

• When the bobbin winding becomes slow,

press / (“Start/Stop” button) once to

stop the machine.

CAUTION

● When the bobbin winding becomes slow, stop the machine, otherwise the sewing machine may be damaged.

Use scissors to cut the end of the thread

wound around the bobbin.

a 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.

Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and

then remove the bobbin from the shaft.

Remove the spool for the bobbin thread from

the spool pin, and then close the top cover.

Memo

z 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.

a Speed controller

Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that

Installing the bobbin

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

the thread unrolls to the left.

CAUTION

● Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.

●

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)

This model Other model

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

z 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.

a Bobbin cover b Latch

X The bobbin cover opens.

Remove the bobbin cover.

Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold

the end of the thread with your left.

• Be careful not to drop the bobbin.

Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right

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

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.

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Pass the thread through the slot as shown, and

then pull the thread out toward the front.

a Cutter

X The cutter cuts the thread.

Note

z 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.

a Tension-adjusting spring

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.

X The bobbin threading is finished.

Next, thread the upper thread. Continue with the procedure in “Upper Threading” (page 29).

Memo

z 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 37).

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