Baby Lock Model BLCS Manuale delle Istruzioni

INSTRUCTION MANUALModel BLCS

OVERVIEW81. Remove machine from boxAfter removing the packing materials fromthe box, gently lift your Baby Lock by grasp-ing the handle provided on th

OVERVIEW9Setting Up Your Baby Lock5. Position the telescopic thread guide. Raise the telescopic thread guide to itshighest position. Rotate the shaf

OVERVIEW10Thread CutterPresser Foot Pressure AdjustmentSnap-On Presser FootPresser FootRelease LeverThere is a thread cutter located on the left side

The stitch length adjusting dial is con-veniently located just to the left of thefront cover, near the base plate (fig. A).The dial shows the stitch-

The chain looper dial is color coded blue for easy identification. The tension settings range from 0to 9. The fabric, thread and stitch that you are w

THREADING13Threading PreparationWhen using overlock threads (cones) place the cone securely overthe spool holder on your machine. The spool holders pr

THREADING14Chain Looper1. With the presser foot up and machine lock button in the locked position, see fig. A page 13.2 Place the thread cone or spoo

THREADING15Left Needle C-11. Raise presser foot and place the thread on the far left spool pin. Slip the thread into the tele-scopic antenna thread g

THREADING16There are marks on the bed of the Baby Lock that can be used as a guide while sewing.It will depend on what cover or chain stitch needle po

THREADING17When threading is complete, the loose threads should initially interlock on fabric. This is mostimportant when sewing the chain or cover s

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"When using overlock machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following.Read

CHAINSTITCHING18The chain stitch is formed using two threads, one thread in the needle and one thread in the chainlooper.Chain Stitching looks like a

CHAINSTITCHING19Balanced tension -Chain stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sewsa straight seam on the top side and the chain looper thr

COVERSTITCH20The narrow cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on the top side of the fabric withan overlock stitch on the underside

COVERSTITCH21Balanced tension -Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle thread sewstwo rows of straight stitching on the top side and the cha

COVERSTITCH22The narrow cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on the top side of the fabric withthe overlock stitch on the underside

COVERSTITCH23Balanced tension -Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle threads sewtwo rows of straight stitching on the top side and the chai

COVERSTITCH24The wide cover stitch consists of two rows of straight stitching on top the fabric with an overlockstitch on the underside of the fabric.

COVERSTITCH25Balanced tension -Cover stitch has correct tension when the needle threads sewtwo rows of straight stitching on the topside and the chain

COVERSTITCH26The Triple Cover Stitch can be used for topstitching, hemming, and elastic application . The stitchcan also be used as a decorative stitc

COVERSTITCH27Balanced tension -Triple Cover stitch has correct tension when the needlethreads sew three rows of straight stitching on the topside andt

1Welcome to the Baby Lock Cover Stitch MachineYour Baby Lock Cover Stitch machine provides a variety of chain and cover stitches, allowing youto creat

TECHNIQUES28Sew to the point in fabric where you want to turn a corner. Stop the machine. Turn the handwheeltoward you (counter clockwise) by hand, ma

TECHNIQUES291. Leave one seam on the garment open.2. Measure, turn up and press hem on garment.3. On right side of garment mark hem allowance with mar

TECHNIQUES30The Chain Stitch and Cover Stitch can easily be removed. Trim the chain tail to edge of fabric andthe "end" of the seam and pull

SPECIALTYTHREADS31Stitching with specialty threads can form beautiful stitches. These heavy or shiny threads can beused to enhance the appearance of a

SPECIALTYTHREADS32Heavyweight threads can be used through the chain looperthread paths. Specific techniques may require that the threadbypass the thr

SPECIALTYTHREADS331. Open the front cover and raise the presser foot.2. At the threading port, cut the chain looper thread. Removechain looper threa

SPECIALTYTHREADS341. Open the front cover and raise the presser foot.2. At the threading port, cut the chain looper thread. (fig.A)Remove thread from

SPECIALTYTHREADS35Specialty Thread Guide ChartCHAIN/COVERSTITCHES2-Thread ChainC-1, C-2, or C-3Needle Position3-Thread Cover StitchLeft NarrowRight Na

MAINTENANCE36Before taking your machine in for service, check the following:Machine fails to start:1. Are electrical plugs properly connected?2. Is th

Stitch Unbalanced:1. Is the machine threaded correctly?2. Is the proper presser foot on the machine?3. Is the correct needle inserted and threaded?4.

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MAINTENANCE38Needle Identification (fig. A)-The chain/cover stitch needles are on the front portion of theneedle clamp and are identified by C-1,C-2 a

MAINTENANCE39Replacing Light Bulb15W/110V(Screw Type)15W/240V(Bayonet Type)1. For safety reasons, unplug main power cord prior of replacing light bulb

Your Baby Lock will operate at best performance if it is kept clean at all times. Your Baby Lock's major moving parts are well protected and do n

TECHNICALDATA41Technical DataLooper Threading System: Jet Air Threading for chain looperTension Dials: Dials for Chain/Cover stitch needlesStitch Leng

STITCHSELECTIONCHART42Chart for stitch selection settings for Chain/CoverStitch nameNb.Needles& ndle positionStitchL/dialLeft needletension dialCe

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OVERVIEW4How Your Machine OperatesAwareness of its simple operation will enable you to become more proficient in its use. Please readall instructions

OVERVIEW5Overview of the Baby Lock1. Presser foot pressure adjusting screw2. Machine lock button release lever3. Machine lock button4. Presser

OVERVIEW6AccessoriesYour Baby Lock has a built-in accessory compartment. To open, swing the "lid" on the threadspoolstand to the right to r

Your Baby Lock is set up with Schmetz ELx705CF needles size 90/14. This is suitable for mostmedium and heavyweight fabrics. For lightweight fabrics us