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Thank you for purchasing this machine. Before using this

machine, carefully read the “IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS”, and then study this manual for the

correct operation of the various functions.

In addition, after you have finished reading this manual,

store it where it can quickly be accessed for future

reference.

Please read these safety instructions before attempting to

use the machine.

DANGER

- To reduce the risk of electrical shock

1Always unplug the machine from the

electrical outlet immediately after using,

when cleaning, making any user

servicing adjustments mentioned in this

manual, or if you are leaving the

machine unattended.

WARNING

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

injury to persons.

2Always unplug the machine from the electrical

outlet when making any adjustments mentioned in

the instruction manual.

• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the

symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp the

plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not

pull on the cord.

• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.

Do not use an extension cord.

• Always unplug your machine if there is a power

failure.

3Electrical Hazards:

• This machine should be connected to an AC power

source within the range indicated on the rating

label. Do not connect it to a DC power source or

inverter. If you are not sure what kind of power

source you have, contact a qualified electrician.

• This machine is approved for use in the country of

purchase only.

4Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord

or plug, if it is not working properly, has been

dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit.

Return the machine to the nearest authorized Baby

Lock retailer for examination, repair, electrical or

mechanical adjustment.

• While the machine is stored or in use if you notice

anything unusual, such as an odor, heat,

discoloration or deformation, stop using the

machine immediately and unplug the power cord.

• When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it

by its handle. Lifting the machine by any other part

may damage the machine or result in the machine

falling, which could cause injuries.

• When lifting the machine, be careful not to make

any sudden or careless movements, which may

cause a personal injury.

5Always keep your work area clear:

• Never operate the machine with any air openings

blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine

free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

• Never drop or insert foreign objects in any opening.

• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are

being used or where oxygen is being administered.

• Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as

a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine, power cord

or garment being embroidered may ignite, resulting

in fire or an electric shock.

• Do not place this machine on an unstable surface,

such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the

machine may fall, resulting in injuries.

6Special care is required when embroidering:

• Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use

bent or damaged needles.

• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special

care is required around the machine needle.

INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

• Switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to

turn it off when making any adjustments in the

needle area.

• Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as

it could cause the needle to break.

7This machine is not a toy:

• Your close attention is necessary when the machine

is used by or near children.

• The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in

should be kept out of the reach of children or

disposed of. Never allow children to play with the

bag due to the danger of suffocation.

• Do not use outdoors.

8For a longer service life:

• When using and 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.

• Do not use cleansers or organic solvents, such as

thinner, petroleum ether or alcohol, to clean the

machine. Otherwise, the finish may peel off or

become scratched.

• Always consult the Instruction and Reference Guide

when replacing or installing any assemblies, the

presser feet, needle or other parts to assure correct

installation.

9For repair or adjustment:

• If the light unit is damaged, it must be replaced by

an authorized Baby Lock retailer.

• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is

required, first follow the troubleshooting table in the

back of the Instruction and Reference Guide to

inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the

problem persists, please consult your local

authorized Baby Lock retailer.

Use this machine only for its intended use as described

in the manual.

Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as

contained in this manual.

The contents of this manual and specifications of this

product are subject to change without notice.

For additional product information and updates, visit

our website at www.babylock.com

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended

for household use.

FOR USERS IN COUNTRIES

EXCEPT EUROPEAN COUNTRIES

This appliance is not intended for use

by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities, or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they have been

given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance by a

person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to

ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

FOR USERS IN EUROPEAN

COUNTRIES

This appliance can be used by children

aged from 8 years and above and

persons with reduced physical, sensory

or mental capabilities or lack of

experience and knowledge if they have

been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance in a

safe way and understand the hazards

involved. Children shall not play with

the appliance. Cleaning and user

maintenance shall not be made by

children without supervision.

FOR USERS IN THE UK,

EIRE, MALTA

AND CYPRUS ONLY

IMPORTANT

• In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse

approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the

mark, rating as marked on plug.

• Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with

the fuse cover omitted.

• If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the

plug supplied with this equipment, you should

contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer to obtain

the correct lead.

Federal Communications

Commission (FCC)

Supplier’s Declaration of

Conformity (For U.S.A.

Only)

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:

• 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 authorized Baby Lock retailer or an

experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• This transmitter must not be co-located or operated

in conjunction with any other antenna or

transmitter.

Important

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

Tacony Corporation could void the user’s authority to

operate the equipment.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation

exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF)

Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio

frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment should

be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least

20cm or more away from person’s body.

Responsible Party: Tacony Corporation

1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton,

Missouri 63026 U.S.A.

declares that the product

Product Name:

Model Number:

Baby Lock Embroidery Machine

BLMFL

For Users in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt

RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference; and

(2) This device must accept any interference, including

interference that may cause undesired operation of the

device.

This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure

limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the

FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102

of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment

should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least

20cm or more away from person’s body.

For Users in Mexico

The operation of this equipment is subject to the following

two conditions:

(1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not cause

harmful interference, and

(2) this equipment or device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos

condiciones:

(1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause

interferencias perjudiciales y

(2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier

interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su

operación no deseada.

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CONTENTS

Chapter 1 GETTING READY 9

Names of Machine Parts....................................... 9

Included accessories ............................................................ 11

Optional accessories ............................................................ 12

Turning the Machine On/Off.............................. 13

LCD Operation ................................................... 14

Settings screen...................................................................... 14

Adjusting input sensitivity for operation keys........................ 15

Wireless Network Connection Functions............ 16

Operations available with a wireless network connection .... 16

Enabling a wireless network connection............................... 16

Using the wizard to set up the wireless network

connection ........................................................................... 16

Winding/Installing the Bobbin............................ 18

Winding the bobbin ............................................................. 18

Installing the bobbin............................................................. 21

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

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

Replacing the Needle.......................................... 25

Checking the needle............................................................. 25

Replacing the needle............................................................ 25

Chapter 2 EMBROIDERY 27

Embroidering Preparation................................... 27

Attaching the embroidery unit .............................................. 27

Embroidering attractive finishes............................................ 29

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame ......................... 29

Attaching the embroidery frame ........................................... 31

Embroidering...................................................... 33

Selecting an embroidery pattern ........................................... 33

Embroidering a pattern ......................................................... 36

Embroidery Foot Auto Down................................................ 38

Adjusting thread tension....................................................... 39

Adjusting the bobbin case (with no color on the screw)........ 40

Using the automatic thread cutting function

(End Color Trim)................................................................... 40

Using the Thread Trimming Function (Jump Stitch Trim) ...... 41

Embroidering the appliqué patterns ...................................... 41

Using a frame pattern to make an appliqué .......................... 42

Split embroidery patterns...................................................... 43

Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen) ............ 44

Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen) .... 46

Aligning the pattern and the needle position ........................ 46

Embroidering linked characters ............................................ 47

Thread color sorting ............................................................. 48

Using the Memory Function ............................... 48

Saving embroidery patterns .................................................. 49

Retrieving embroidery patterns............................................. 49

Chapter 3 APPENDIX 51

Care and Maintenance........................................ 51

Cleaning the LCD................................................................. 51

Cleaning the machine surface .............................................. 51

Restrictions on oiling............................................................ 51

Precautions on storing the machine...................................... 51

Cleaning the race ................................................................. 51

Touch panel is malfunctioning ............................................. 52

Replacing the embroidery foot ............................................. 52

Troubleshooting.................................................. 53

List of symptoms................................................................... 53

Error messages...................................................................... 56

How can I find the wireless security information

(SSID and network key) ........................................................ 58

Operation beeps................................................................... 58

Specifications ..................................................... 59

Updating Your Machine’s Software ................... 59

Index.................................................................. 60

CONTENTS

Names of Machine Parts

GETTING READY

■ Main parts

1 Top cover

(page 18)

2 Thread guide plate (page 19)

3 Thread guide cover

4 Bobbin winding thread guide and pretension disk

(page 20)

5 Spool cap (page 19)

6 Spool pin (page 19)

7 Bobbin winder (page 18)

8 LCD (liquid crystal display) (page 14)

9 Operation panel (page 10)

0 Operation buttons (page 10)

A Embroidery unit

B Thread cutter (page 24)

C Needle threader lever (page 24)

D Handwheel

Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and

lower the needle.

E Handle

Carry the machine by its handle when transporting.

F Presser foot lever

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

presser foot.

G Main power switch (page 13)

H Power supply jack (page 13)

I Air vent

The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to circulate.

Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used.

J USB port (for a USB flash drive) (page 49)

■ Needle and presser foot section

1 Needle bar thread guide (page 23)

2 Needle plate

3 Needle plate cover (page 21)

4 Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 21, 51)

5 Embroidery foot (page 36, 52)

The embroidery foot helps control fabric flexibility for better

stitch consistency.

6 Embroidery foot screw (page 53)

Use the embroidery foot screw to hold the embroidery foot in

place.

Chapter 1

GETTING READY

Note

• Be sure to install the latest software.

Refer to “Updating Your Machine’s Software” on

page 59.

Names of Machine Parts

■ Embroidery Unit

1 Embroidery frame holder (page 32)

2 Frame-securing lever (page 31)

3 Embroidery unit connection (page 27)

4 Carriage (page 27)

5 Release button (page 28)

■ Operation buttons

1 “Start/Stop” button

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop embroidering.

The button changes color according to the machine’s

operation mode.

2 Needle position button

Press the needle position button to raise or lower the needle.

3 Thread cutter button

Press the thread cutter button after embroidering is stopped to

cut both the upper and the bobbin threads.

4 Presser foot lifter button

Press this button to lower the presser foot and apply pressure

to the fabric. Press this button again to raise the presser foot.

■ Operation panel and operation keys

1 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 Operation” on page 14.

2 Previous page key

Displays the previous screen when there are items that are not

displayed on the LCD.

3 Next page key

Displays the next screen when there are items that are not

displayed on the LCD.

4 Help key

Press to get help on using the machine.

5 Settings key

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

more.

6 Embroidery key

Press to display the pattern type selection screen.

7 Back key

Press to return to the previous screen.

8 Presser foot/Needle exchange key

Press before changing the needle, the presser foot, etc. This

key locks all key and button functions to prevent operation of

the machine.

Green: The machine is ready to embroider or is

embroidering.

Red: The machine cannot embroider.

Orange: The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or

the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right

side.

bcd

Note

• The operation keys of this machine are capacitive

touch sensors. Operate the keys by directly

touching them with your finger.

The response of the keys varies according to the

user. The pressure exerted on the keys does not

affect the response of the keys.

• Since the operation keys react differently

depending on the user, adjust the setting for

“Adjusting input sensitivity for operation keys” on

page 15.

• When using an electrostatic touch pen, make sure

that its point is 8 mm or more. Do not use a touch

pen with a thin point or a unique shape.

Names of Machine Parts

GETTING READY

Included accessories

After opening the carton, check that the following accessories are included. Part code for each item is listed under the part name.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Embroidery foot “U”

XD0313-051

Needle set

75/11 3 needles,

90/14 1 needle

X59535-051

Bobbin (4)

(One bobbin is on machine.)

X52800-120

Seam ripper

XF4967-001

Scissors

XC1807-221

Cleaning brush

X59476-051

7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Screwdriver (large)

XC4237-021

Screwdriver (small)

X55468-051

L-shaped screwdriver

XG0918-001

Disc-shaped screwdriver

XC1074-051

Spool cap (large)

130012-027

Spool cap (medium)

(On machine)

XE1372-003

13. 14. 15. 16. 17.

Spool cap (small)

130013-126

Thread spool insert

(mini king thread spool)

XA5752-121

Spool net

XA5523-020

Bobbin case (no color on the

screw)

(on machine)

XG0871-101

Embroidery frame set (extra large)

26 cm (H) × 16 cm (W) (10-1/4 inches (H) × 6-1/4 inches (W))

EF81/EF86

18. 19. 20. 21. 22.

Embroidery frame set (large)

18 cm (H) × 13 cm (W) (7 inches (H) × 5 inches (W))

EF75/EF79

Embroidery bobbin thread

(90 weight, white)

BBTE-W

Accessory bag

XC4487-021

Dust cover

XG0047-001

Bobbin center pin and

instruction sheet

XH4398-001

23. 24. 25. 26.

Power cord

XH3053-001

Instruction and Reference

Guide

D01W38-001

Quick Reference Guide

D01W3E-001

Embroidery Design Guide

D01W2W-001

Names of Machine Parts

Optional accessories

The following are available as optional accessories to be

purchased separately.

1. 2.

6. 7.

No. Part Name Part Code

1. Embroidery foot with LED pointer

“U+”

BLMAC-EF

2. Embroidery frame set (medium)

10 cm (H) × 10 cm (W) (4 inches (H)

× 4 inches (W))

EF74/EF78

3. Embroidery frame set (small)

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

2 inches (W))

EF73/EF77

4. Border embroidery frame set

18 cm (H) × 10 cm (W) (7 inches (H)

× 4 inches (W))

BLSO-BF

5. Square embroidery frame

15 cm (H) × 15 cm (W) (6 inches (H)

× 6 inches (W))

BLMA-150

6. Magnetic frame

18 cm (H) × 13 cm (W) (7 inches (H)

× 5 inches (W))

EMF180

7. Spool stand BLMAC-STS

Memo

• To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact

your authorized Baby Lock retailer.

• All specifications are correct at the time of printing.

Please be aware that some specifications may

change without notice.

• Visit your nearest authorized Baby Lock retailer for

a complete listing of optional accessories available

for your machine.

• Always use accessories recommended for this

machine.

Turning the Machine On/Off

GETTING READY

Make sure that the 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.

1 Power supply jack

2 Main power switch

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”).

 The light, LCD and the “Start/Stop” button light up

when the machine is turned on. The machine will

make a sound when it moves; this is not a

malfunction.

When the machine is turned on, the opening movie is

played. Press anywhere on the screen.

To turn off the machine, press the left side of the main

power switch (set it to “ ”).

Turning the Machine On/Off

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 cord receptacle on the

machine. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock

may result.

• Do not insert the plug on the power cord into

an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.

• Turn the main power to OFF and remove the

plug in the following circumstances:

• When you are away from the machine

• After using the machine

• When the power fails during use

• When the machine does not operate correctly

due to a bad connection or a disconnection

• During electrical storms

CAUTION

• Use only the power cord included with this

machine.

• Do not use extension cords or multi-plug

adapters with any other appliances plugged

into them. Fire or electric shock may result.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric

shock may result.

• When unplugging the machine, always turn

the main power to OFF first. Always grasp the

plug to remove it from the electrical outlet.

Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or

lead to fire or electric shock.

• Do not allow the power cord to be cut,

damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled,

twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy

objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to

heat. These things may damage the cord, or

cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug

is damaged, take the machine to your

authorized Baby Lock 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.

•(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 electrical outlet only one way.

If the plug does not fit fully in the electrical

outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,

contact a qualified electrician to install the

proper electrical outlet. Do not modify the

plug in any way.

Memo

• If the machine is turned off in the middle of

embroidering, the operation will resume after

turning the power on again.

Note

• When you first turn on the machine, select the

language of your choice.

LCD Operation

Settings screen

Press to change the default machine settings. Press

or , after you changed necessary settings.

■ Embroidery settings

1 Select the embroidery frame to be used.

2 Select the center mark and grid lines that are displayed.

3 When set to [ON], you can only select the embroidery

pattern corresponding to the embroidery frame size that

you selected in

1. (page 34)

4 Change the thread color display on the embroidery

screen; thread number, color name. (page 36)

5 When the thread number [#123] is selected, select from

thread brands. (page 36)

6 Select the maximum embroidery speed setting.

7 Adjust the upper thread tension for embroidering.

(page 39)

8 When set to [ON], pressing the "Start/Stop" button when

the presser foot is raised automatically lowers the

presser foot before starting embroidering. (page 38)

9 Select the height of the embroidery foot during

embroidering. (page 29)

0 Select the color of the background for the embroidery

display area.

A Select the color of the background for the thumbnail

area.

B Select the size of pattern thumbnails.

C Select the display units (mm/inch).

■ General settings

1 Select the needle stop position (the needle position for

when the machine is not being operated) to be up or

down.

2 Select whether to hear the beep operation sound.

3 Select whether to display the opening screen when the

machine is turned on.

4 Select the display language.

5 Select whether to turn work area light on or off.

6 Select the level of the input sensitivity for operation keys.

(page 15)

7 Display the total number of stitches embroidered on this

machine, which is a reminder to take your machine in for

regular servicing. (Contact your authorized Baby Lock

retailer for details.)

8 The [No.] is the internal machine number for your

machine.

9 Display the program version installed on your machine.

LCD Operation

Memo

• The latest version of software is installed in your

machine. Check with your local authorized Baby

Lock retailer or at www.babylock.com

for available

updates.

• You can save the current settings screen image in

a USB flash drive by pressing when the USB

flash drive is inserted into the USB port. The files

are saved in a folder labeled “bPocket”.

LCD Operation

GETTING READY

■ Wireless LAN settings

1 Enable/disable the wireless LAN function. (page 16).

2 Display the connected SSID. (page 16)

3 Set the machine to connect wireless LAN function. (page

16)

4 Check the wireless LAN status.

5 Display the machine name of wireless LAN function.

6 Change [Machine name].

7 Display a menu to perform other settings or reset the

connection settings of the wireless LAN settings. (page

18)

8 Check the latest version of the software.

The version will display in [Latest Version Available].

9 Display the latest version of the software.

0 Displays a message if [New update on server] is

available for this machine.

If [New update on server] appears, update the machine.

(page 59)

Adjusting input sensitivity for operation keys

You can adjust the sensitivity of the operation keys to 5 levels.

Display the settings screen to set desired level.

Press to display the settings screen.

Display page 6 by pressing / .

Press [Start].

Adjust the [Input Sensitivity] by pressing / .

• The higher the setting, the more sensitive the keys

will be. The default setting is [3].

• We recommend selecting the highest setting if an

electrostatic touch pen is being used.

• While adjusting the input sensitivity, press to

check whether the key responds.

When the key responds, the setting value indicating

the sensitivity blinks.

Press to return to previous screen.

■ If the machine does not respond when an

operation key is pressed

Turn machine off, then hold down (Thread cutter

button) and turn on the machine to reset [Input

Sensitivity]. Display the settings screen, and then adjust

the [Input Sensitivity] again.

Wireless Network Connection Functions

Operations available with a wireless

network connection

This machine supports a wireless network connection. The

following useful operations will be available if the machine is

connected to a wireless network.

• Wirelessly transfer an embroidery pattern from your

computer to the machine by using the dedicated

Windows application (Design Database Transfer).

The application can be downloaded from the

following URL.

https://www.babylock.com/accessories/software/

design-database-transfer

* Settings must be specified in Design Database

Transfer. For more information, refer to the manual

for Design Database Transfer.

• Wirelessly transfer to the machine an embroidery

pattern edited with embroidery editing software

(Palette version 11 or later) on a computer. Also,

transfer to Palette an embroidery pattern edited on

the machine.

* Settings must be specified in Palette. For more

information, refer to the manual for Palette.

Enabling a wireless network connection

The machine can be connected to your wireless network.

Press to display the settings screen.

Display page 8 by pressing / .

Set [Wireless LAN Enable] to [ON].

 The machine prepares for wireless connection.

■ Requirements for a wireless network

connection

The wireless network connection complies with IEEE

802.11 b/g/n standards and uses the 2.4 GHz frequency.

Using the wizard to set up the wireless

network connection

There are multiple ways to set up the wireless network

connection. We recommend the method that uses the wizard

on this machine.

In order to connect your machine to a wireless

network, the security information (SSID and network

key) for your home network will be required. The

network key may also be called a password, security

key or encryption key. Check your security

information, and write it in the space below.

Wireless Network Connection

Functions

Note

• Connect the machine and your computer to the

same network.

Memo

• A wireless network cannot be set up with WPA/

WPA2 Enterprise.

SSID Network key (password)

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• The wireless network connection cannot be set up

if you do not have the security information.

• How to find the security information

1 Check the manual provided with your home

network.

2 The default SSID may be the manufacturer's

name or the model name.

3 If you cannot find the security information,

contact the manufacturer of the router, your

network administrator or your Internet provider.

4 Some SSIDs and network keys (passwords) may

be case sensitive.

Wireless Network Connection Functions

GETTING READY

Press beside [Wireless LAN Setup Wizard].

 A list of available SSIDs appears.

Select the SSID that was noted.

 The screen for entering the network key (password)

appears.

Enter the network key (password) that was noted, and

then press .

1 Text input area

2 Character keys

3 Caps key

4 Space key

5 Letters/numbers/symbols key

6 Cursor keys (Move the cursor to the left or right.)

7 Backspace key (Deletes the character at the cursor's

position.)

When the following message appears, press .

 When a connection is established, the following

message appears.

Press to exit the setup.

 Use the [Machine name] on page 9 of the settings

screen for the wireless LAN function.

Memo

• When displaying next or previous pages, press

or key to search the SSID that was noted.

• If the desired SSID is not listed, specify it as

described below.

1 Press in the end of the SSID list.

2 Enter the desired SSID, and then press .

3 Select the authentication method and encryption

mode.

• If using a previous connection, press ,

and then select the saved SSID.

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• While connected, the signal strength can be

confirmed by the wireless LAN key in the lower

right of the pattern type selection screen.

• Once a wireless network connection has been set

up, a wireless network connection will be

established each time the machine is turned on.

However, [Wireless LAN Enable] in the wireless

LAN settings screen must remain set to [ON].

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

■ Setting the wireless LAN connection from the

[Others] menu

The [Others] menu on page 9 of the settings screen

contains the following items.

1 TCP/IP settings can be manually entered.

2 Shows the MAC address.

3 Use when proxy settings are required.

4 Resets the wireless LAN connection settings.

Winding the bobbin

This section describes how to wind thread onto a bobbin.

Open the top cover.

Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so that the

notch in the bobbin aligns with the spring on the shaft,

and then slide the bobbin winder shaft to the right until

it snaps into place.

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

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

CAUTION

• Use the plastic bobbin that comes with this

machine or bobbins of the same type. The

bobbin's height is 11.5 mm (approx. 7/16

inch). X52800-120 is Class 15 type bobbin.

Memo

• When winding bobbin for embroidery, be sure to

use the recommended bobbin thread for this

machine.

1 Notch

2 Bobbin winder

shaft spring

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

GETTING READY

Remove the spool cap and place the spool of thread for

the bobbin onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread

unwinds to the front from the bottom. Otherwise the

thread may become tangled around the spool pin.

1 The thread unwinds to the front from 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.

While holding the thread near the spool, pass the

thread through the thread guide cover.

And then, pass the thread under the thread guide plate,

and pull it to the right.

1 Thread guide cover

2 Thread guide plate

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• By placing the bobbin into the bobbin case in the

same orientation that it was on the bobbin winder

shaft, the bobbin can be installed with the correct

winding direction of the bobbin thread.

The “b” mark on one side of the bobbin included

with this machine can be used as a reference.

CAUTION

• If the spool or the spool cap is not installed

correctly, the thread may become tangled

around the spool pin, causing the needle to

break.

• Three spool cap sizes are available, 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 or the machine

may be damaged. When using mini king thread

spool, use the thread spool insert (mini king

thread spool).

For details on thread spool insert (mini king

thread spool), refer to “Memo” on page 19.

Memo

• When using the spool as shown below, use the

thread spool insert (mini king thread spool).

Make sure that the thread spool insert is firmly

inserted. After installing it, pull out some thread,

and check that the thread unwinds without getting

caught.

• When using thread that winds off quickly, such as

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.

1 Thread spool insert

(mini king thread

spool)

2 Hole diameter

8.0 mm to 10.5 mm

(5/16 inch to 13/32

inch)

3 Spool (cross-

wound thread)

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

Pass the thread under the hook on the bobbin winding

thread guide, and then wind it counterclockwise under

the pretension disk.

1 Bobbin winding thread guide

2 Pretension disk

3 Pull it in as far as possible

Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 5 or 6

times, pass the thread through the guide slit in the

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

1 Guide slit in bobbin winder seat

(with built-in cutter)

Turn on the machine.

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

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start winding the

bobbin.

When the bobbin winding becomes slow, press the

“Start/Stop” button to stop the machine.

Cut the thread, slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left

until it snaps into place, and then remove the bobbin.

Remove the spool for the bobbin thread from the spool

pin.

Note

• Make sure that the thread is passed under the

pretension disk.

Note

• Be sure to wind the thread clockwise around the

bobbin, otherwise the thread will become wrapped

around the bobbin winder shaft.

CAUTION

• Be sure to cut the thread as described. If the

bobbin is wound without cutting the thread

using the cutter built into the guide slit in the

bobbin winder seat, the thread may become

tangled in the bobbin or the needle may bend

or break when the bobbin thread starts to run

out.

CAUTION

• When the bobbin winding becomes slow, stop

the machine, otherwise the machine may be

damaged.

Winding/Installing the Bobbin

GETTING READY

Installing the bobbin

Install the bobbin wound with thread.

You can begin embroidering immediately without pulling up

the bobbin thread by simply inserting the bobbin in the

bobbin case and guiding the thread through the slit in the

needle plate cover.

Turn on the machine.

Press (Needle position button) once or twice to

raise the needle.

Press .

• When the message [OK to automatically lower the

presser foot?] appears on the LCD screen, press

to continue.

 The screen changes, and all keys and operation

buttons are locked (except ).

Raise the presser foot lever.

Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right and remove

the bobbin cover.

Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that the

thread unwinds to the left.

Lightly hold down the bobbin with your right hand

(1), and then guide the end of the thread around the

tab of the needle plate cover with your left hand (2).

While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right

hand (1), guide the thread through the slit in the

needle plate cover (2) and lightly pull it with your left

hand (3).

CAUTION

• Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound

with thread, otherwise the needle may break

or the thread tension will be incorrect.

• Before inserting or changing the bobbin, be

sure that you have pressed on the

operation panel to lock all keys and buttons,

otherwise injuries may occur if the “Start/

Stop” button or any other button is pressed

and the machine starts.

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• For the correct winding direction of the bobbin

thread, be sure to place the bobbin into the bobbin

case in the same orientation that it was on the

bobbin winder shaft.

The “b” mark on one side of the bobbin included

with this machine can be used as a reference.

1 Tab

CAUTION

• Be sure to hold down the bobbin with your

finger and unwind the bobbin thread

correctly, otherwise the thread may break or

the thread tension will be incorrect.

Upper Threading

While lightly holding down the bobbin with your right

hand (1), continue guiding the thread through the slit

with your left hand (2). Then, cut the thread with the

cutter (3).

Reattach the bobbin cover.

Insert the tab of the bobbin cover into the notch of the

needle plate cover, and then lightly press down on the

right side.

Press to unlock all keys and buttons.

Threading the upper thread

 When threading the upper thread, carefully follow

the instructions.

Turn on the machine.

Press (Needle position button) once or twice to

raise the needle.

Press .

• When the message [OK to automatically lower the

presser foot?] appears on the LCD screen, press

to continue.

 The screen changes, and all keys and operation

buttons are locked (except ).

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• By guiding the thread around the tab of the needle

plate cover, passing the thread as shown by 2 in

this illustration, then lightly pulling the thread at 3,

the thread will enter the tension spring of the

bobbin case to apply the appropriate tension to the

bobbin thread during embroidering.

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• Be sure to complete the bobbin threading correctly

according to these instructions. If the thread is

simply placed in the slit in the needle plate cover,

the bobbin thread will not be correctly threaded,

resulting in poor embroidering performance or

incorrect thread tension.

Upper Threading

CAUTION

• When threading the upper thread, carefully

follow the instructions. If the upper threading

is not correct, the thread may become tangled

or the needle may bend or break.

• Never use a thread weight of 20 or lower.

CAUTION

• When threading the needle, be sure that you

have pressed on the operation panel to

lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries

may occur if the “Start/Stop” button or any

other button is pressed and the machine starts.

Upper Threading

GETTING READY

Use the presser foot lever to raise the presser foot.

Remove the spool cap and place the spool of thread

onto the spool pin.

Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that the thread

unwinds to the front from the bottom. Otherwise the

thread may become tangled around the spool pin.

1 The thread unwinds to the front from 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.

While holding the thread near the spool, pass the

thread through the thread guide cover. And then, pass

the thread under the thread guide plate, and pull it up.

1 Thread guide cover

2 Thread guide plate

While holding the thread passed under the thread

guide plate, pass the thread through the thread channel

in the order shown below.

Slide the thread behind the needle bar thread guide.

The thread can easily be slid behind the needle bar

thread guide by holding the thread in your left hand,

then feeding the thread with your right hand, as shown.

Make sure that the thread is passed through to the left of

the tab of the needle bar thread guide.

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• If the presser foot is not raised, the machine cannot

be threaded.

CAUTION

• Choose a spool cap that best fits the size of

spool being used. For more information

regarding the choice of spool caps for your

thread choice, refer to “Memo” on page 19.

• If the spool or the spool cap is not positioned

correctly, the thread may become tangled

around the spool pin or the needle may break.

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 to open the shutter

before threading the machine. In addition, before

removing the upper thread, be sure to raise the

presser foot to 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 Needle bar thread

guide

2 Tab

Upper Threading

Check that the needle and thread are compatible with

the needle threader. If they are compatible, continue

with the next step.

• The needle threader can be used with machine

needles 75/11 through 90/14.

• If the needle threader cannot be used, insert the

thread through the eye of the needle from front to

back by hand. At this time, be sure to lock all keys

and operation buttons described in step

Pull the end of the thread, which has been passed

through the needle bar thread guide, to the left, then

pass the thread through the notch of the threader

thread guide, and then firmly pull the thread from the

front and insert it into the slit of the threader thread

guide disk marked “7” all the way.

1 Notch of the threader thread guide

2 Threader thread guide disk

Lower the presser foot lever to lower the presser foot.

Cut the thread with the thread cutter on the left side of

the machine.

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 Needle threader lever

2 Needle

3 Hook

Carefully pull the end of thread that was passed

through the eye of the needle.

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.

Raise the presser foot lever, pass the end of the thread

through and under the presser foot, and then pull out

about 10 cm (approx. 4 inches) of thread toward the

rear of the machine.

Press to unlock all keys and buttons.

Note

• 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 8 cm (approx. 3 inches) of thread after

passing it through the threader thread guide disk

(marked “7”).

Note

• If the needle is not raised to it's highest position,

the needle threader cannot thread the needle. If the

needle is not at the highest position, turn

handwheel counterclockwise until the needle is at

its highest position.

Replacing the Needle

GETTING READY

■ Thread and needle number

The lower the thread number is, the heavier the thread;

the higher the needle number, the larger the needle.

■ Embroidery needles

It is recommended to use a 75/11 home sewing machine

needle. However, if the machine is not stitching well

when embroidering on heavy weight fabric, please try a

90/14 needle.

Checking the needle

Before using the needle, place the flat side of the needle on a

flat surface and check that the distance between the needle

and the flat surface is even.

Replacing the needle

Use the screwdriver and a new needle that has been

determined to be straight according to the instructions in

“Checking the needle” on page 25.

Press (Needle position button) once or twice to

raise the needle.

Place fabric or paper under the presser foot to cover

the hole in the needle plate to prevent the needle from

falling into the machine.

Press .

• When the message [OK to automatically lower the

presser foot?] appears on the LCD screen, press

to continue.

 The screen changes, and all keys and operation

buttons are locked (except ).

Follow steps c to d “Replacing the embroidery

foot” on page 52 for removing the presser foot.

Hold the needle with your left hand, and then use a

screwdriver to turn the needle clamp screw toward

you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle.

• Do not apply a strong force when loosening or

tightening the needle clamp screw, otherwise certain

parts of the machine may be damaged.

With the flat side of the needle toward the rear of the

machine, insert the new needle until it touches the

needle stopper. Using the screwdriver tighten the

needle clamp screw by turning it clockwise.

Replacing the Needle

CAUTION

• Only use recommended home sewing machine

needles. 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.

1 Flat side

2 Needle type marking

3 Flat surface

4 Even

5 Not even

Note

• The machine needles are consumables. Replace

the needle in cases such as those described

below.

- If an unusual sound is produced when the needle

enters the fabric. (The tip of the needle may be

broken or dull.)

- If stitches are skipped. (The needle may be bent.)

1 2

CAUTION

• When replacing the needle, be sure that you

have pressed on the operation panel to

lock all keys and buttons, otherwise injuries

may occur if the “Start/Stop” button or any

other button is pressed and the machine starts.

1 Needle stopper

Replacing the Needle

Follow steps e to g “Replacing the embroidery

foot” on page 52 for reattaching the presser foot.

Press to unlock all keys and buttons.

CAUTION

• Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the

needle stopper and securely tighten the needle

clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise

the needle may break or damage may result.

Embroidering Preparation

EMBROIDERY

Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for

embroidery.

Attaching the embroidery unit

Turn off the machine.

Slide the tab on the cover of the connection port in the

direction of the arrow to open the cover.

Insert the embroidery unit connection into the

connection port, and then lightly push in the

embroidery unit until it snaps into place.

1 Connection port

2 Embroidery unit connection

3 Carriage

Chapter 2

EMBROIDERY

Embroidering Preparation

Step

Aim Action Page

1 Checking the

needle

Use needle for embroidery. 25

2 Embroidery unit

attachment

Attach the embroidery unit. 27

3Bobbin thread

setup

For the bobbin thread, wind

embroidery bobbin thread and

set it in place.

4Fabric

preparation

Attach a stabilizer material to

the fabric, and hoop it in the

embroidery frame.

5Embroidery

frame

attachment

Attach the embroidery frame

to the embroidery unit.

6 Pattern selection Select an embroidery pattern. 33

7 Checking the

layout

Check and adjust the size and

position of the embroidery.

8Embroidery

thread setup

Set up embroidery thread

according to the pattern.

Step 2

Step 1

Step 4

Step 5

Step 3

Step 6, 7

Step 8

CAUTION

• Before attaching the embroidery unit, be sure

to turn off the machine. Otherwise, injuries

may occur if one of the operation buttons is

accidentally pressed and the machine starts

embroidering.

• Do not move the machine with the embroidery

unit in place. The embroidery unit may be

dropped and cause injury.

• Keep your hands and other objects away from

the embroidery carriage and frame when they

are moving. Otherwise injury may result.

Note

• Be sure to close the cover of the connection port

when the embroidery unit is not being used.

Embroidering Preparation

Turn on the machine.

 A message appears in the screen.

Be sure that no objects or hands are near the

embroidery unit and press .

 The carriage moves to its initial position.

 The screen for selecting the embroidery pattern type

is displayed.

■ Removing the embroidery unit

Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and

follow the instructions below.

Remove the embroidery frame.

• For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer

to “Removing the embroidery frame” on page 32.

Press , and then press .

 The embroidery carriage moves into a position

where it can be stored.

Turn off the machine.

Hold the release button on the bottom left of the

embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit

to the left.

Note

• Make sure that there is no gap between the

embroidery unit and the machine, otherwise the

embroidery pattern may not be embroidered

correctly. Be sure to fully insert the connector into

the connection port.

• Do not push on the carriage when attaching the

embroidery unit to the machine, otherwise damage

to the embroidery unit may result.

• Do not touch the connector in the embroidery unit

connection slot. The connector could be damaged,

and it may cause malfunctions.

• Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage, and do

not forcefully move it. It may cause malfunctions.

Note

• If [Opening Screen] is set [ON] within the settings

screen, touch screen for the following message to

appear.

CAUTION

• Always turn off the machine before removing

the embroidery unit.

It may cause malfunctions if removed when

the machine is turned on.

Embroidering Preparation

EMBROIDERY

Embroidering attractive finishes

There are many factors that go into beautiful embroidery.

Using the appropriate stabilizer (page 30) and hooping the

fabric in the frame (page 30) are two important factors

mentioned earlier. Another important point is the

appropriateness of the needle and thread being used. See

the explanation of threads below.

■ Thread

■ Bobbin case

Bobbin case (recommended for embroidering with

included 90 weight bobbin thread)

1 Bobbin case

(no color on the screw)

The bobbin case included with this machine has been set

to be used with 90 weight bobbin thread. If different

weights of bobbin threads are used the tension screw on

this case can be adjusted if necessary. For details on

adjusting thread tension, refer to “Adjusting thread

tension” on page 39.

• Refer to “Cleaning the race” on page 51 for how to

remove the bobbin case.

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame

Upper thread Use embroidery thread intended for use with

this machine. Other embroidery threads may

not yield optimum results.

Bobbin thread Use the included 90 weight embroidery

bobbin thread or recommended 90 weight

embroidery bobbin thread (page 12).

CAUTION

• When embroidering on large garments

(especially jackets or other heavy fabrics), do

not let the fabric hang off the table.

Otherwise, the embroidery unit cannot move

freely and the embroidery frame may strike the

needle, causing the needle to bend or break

and possibly cause injury.

Place the fabric so that it does not hang off the

table or hold the fabric to keep it from

dragging.

Note

• Do not leave objects in the range of motion of the

embroidery frame. The frame may strike the object

and cause a poor finish to the embroidery pattern.

• When embroidering on large garments (especially

jackets or other heavy fabrics), do not let the fabric

hang off the table. Otherwise, the embroidery unit

cannot move freely, and the pattern may not turn

out as planned.

CAUTION

• Use fabrics with a thickness of less than 2 mm

(1/16 inch). Using fabrics thicker than 2 mm

(1/16 inch) may cause the needle to break.

• Always use a stabilizer material for embroidery

when embroidering stretch fabrics, lightweight

fabrics, fabrics with a coarse weave, or fabrics

which cause pattern shrinkage. Otherwise, the

needle may break and cause injury.

Note

• Press . In the [Embroidery Foot Height], use

and in the settings screen. Adjust the

presser foot height for thick or puffy fabrics.

• To increase the space between the presser foot

and the needle plate, set the embroidery foot

height to a larger number, 1.5 mm setting is used

for most embroidery.

Embroidering Preparation

■ Attaching iron-on stabilizers (backing) to the

fabric

For best results in your embroidery projects, always use

stabilizer material for embroidery.

Press the iron-on stabilizer material to the wrong side

of the fabric.

• Use a piece of stabilizer which is larger than the

embroidery frame being used.

■ Inserting the fabric

Lift-up and loosen the frame adjustment screw and

remove the inner frame.

1 Frame adjustment screw

2 Inner frame

Lay the fabric right side up on top of the outer frame.

Re-insert the inner frame making sure to align the inner

frame’s with the outer frame’s .

1 Inner frame’s

2 Outer frame’s

3 Frame adjustment screw

Slightly tighten the frame adjustment screw, and then

remove the slack in the fabric by gently pulling on the

edges and corners. Do not loosen the screw.

1 Fusible side of

stabilizer

2 Fabric (wrong side)

3 Size of the

embroidery frame

Memo

• When embroidering small pieces of fabric that

cannot be hooped on an embroidery frame, use

stabilizer material as a base. After lightly ironing the

fabric to the stabilizer material, hoop it in the

embroidery frame. If stabilizer material cannot be

ironed onto the fabric, attach it with a basting

stitch. After completing the embroidery, remove the

stabilizer material carefully.

• When embroidering on thin fabrics such as

organdy or lawn, or on napped fabrics such as terry

cloth or corduroy, use water soluble stabilizer (sold

separately) for best results. The water soluble

stabilizer material will dissolve completely in water,

giving the project a more attractive finish.

• In the case of thick terry cloth towels we

recommend that you place a piece of water soluble

stabilizer on the top surface of the towel. This will

help to reduce the nap of the toweling and result in

more attractive embroidery.

• When using fabrics that cannot be ironed (such as

terry cloth or fabrics that have loops which expand

when ironed) or in places where ironing is difficult,

position the stabilizer material under the fabric

without fusing it, then position the fabric and

stabilizer in the embroidery frame, or check with

your authorized Baby Lock retailer for the correct

stabilizer to use.

1 Fabric

2 Stabilizer

3 Basting

CAUTION

• If you use a frame that is too small, the presser

foot may strike the frame during embroidering

and cause injury or may damage your

machine.

Note

• If the fabric is not securely held in the embroidery

frame, the embroidery pattern will stitch out poorly.

Insert the fabric on a level surface, and gently pull

the fabric taut in the frame, being careful not to

distort hooped fabric.

Embroidering Preparation

EMBROIDERY

Gently stretch the fabric taut, and tighten the frame

adjustment screw to keep the fabric from loosening

after stretching.

• After stretching the fabric, make sure the fabric is

taut.

• Make sure the inside and outside frames are even

before you start embroidering.

Return the frame adjustment screw to its initial

position.

■ Using the embroidery sheet

When you want to embroider the pattern in a particular

place, use the embroidery sheet with the frame.

With a chalk pencil, mark the area of the fabric you

want to embroider.

Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame.

Line the mark on the fabric up with the base line on the

embroidery sheet.

Place the inner frame with the fabric on the outer

frame and adjust the fabric if needed to align marks on

fabric with the embroidery sheet.

Remove the embroidery sheet.

Attaching the embroidery frame

Press (Presser foot lifter button) to raise the presser

foot.

Raise the frame-securing lever.

1 Frame-securing lever

2 Carriage

1 Outer frame

2 Inner frame

3 Fabric

Memo

• After stretching the fabric, lightly tapping it should

produce a drum-like sound.

• Stretch the fabric from all four corners and all four

edges. While stretching the fabric, tighten the

frame adjustment screw.

Memo

• You can use the included screwdriver when you

loosen or tighten the frame adjustment screw.

Note

• Wind and insert the bobbin before attaching the

embroidery frame making sure to use the

recommended bobbin thread. Check that there is

enough thread in the bobbin.

Embroidering Preparation

Align the embroidery frame guide with the right edge

of the embroidery frame holder.

1 Embroidery frame holder

2 Embroidery frame guide

Slide the embroidery frame into the holder, making

sure to align the embroidery frame’s arrow mark with

the one on holder.

1 Arrow mark

Lower the frame-securing lever to be level with the

frame to secure the embroidery frame in the

embroidery frame holder.

■ Removing the embroidery frame

Press (Presser foot lifter button) to raise the presser

foot.

Raise the frame-securing lever.

Pull the embroidery frame toward you.

CAUTION

• If the frame-securing lever is not lowered, the

following message appears. You cannot start

embroidering until you lower the frame-

securing lever.

Embroidering

EMBROIDERY

■ Copyright information

The patterns stored in the machine are intended for private

use only. Any public or commercial use of copyrighted

patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is strictly

prohibited.

■ Embroidery pattern types

1 Baby Lock “Exclusives”

2 Embroidery patterns

3 Floral alphabet patterns

4 Character patterns

5 Frame patterns

6 Press this key to position the embroidery unit for storage

7 Patterns saved in the machine's memory, patterns saved

in USB flash drive, or patterns transferred via wireless

network. (page 49)

• Refer to the “Embroidery Design Guide” for more

information on each category’s embroidery pattern.

Selecting an embroidery pattern

Press in the pattern type selection screen, and

then press .

• If the pattern type selection screen is not displayed,

press to display the screen below.

Press or to display the desired pattern on the

screen.

Select a desired embroidery pattern, and then press

• Available frame options are displayed on the screen.

1 White: Frame which can be used with the selected

pattern

Gray: Frame which cannot be used with the selected

pattern

 Pattern editing screen appears.

Press .

• For details on pattern editing screen, refer to “Editing

Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)” on page 44. You

can move the pattern, change the size of pattern, and

perform many other editing operations.

• The pattern can also be moved by dragging it with

your finger.

 Embroidery settings screen appears.

Press .

• For details on embroidery settings screen, refer to

“Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen)” on

page 46.

• Confirm the pattern position to be embroidered,

referring to “Checking the pattern position” on

page 35.

Embroidering

■ Selecting character patterns

Press .

Press the key of the font you want to embroider.

Press a tab to display the desired selection screen, and

then type in the text.

• To enter a space, press .

• After selecting a character if you would like to

change the character size press . The size

changes each time you press the key, from large to

medium to small. After the character size is changed,

all characters on the same line will have the new

character size.

• If you make a mistake, press to erase the mistake.

• If the pattern is too small to see clearly, you can use

the key to check it.

• To add multiple lines, press .

• When the Japanese font is selected, the text can be

switched between being written vertically and

horizontally by pressing .

Press .

• For details on editing the pattern, refer to “Editing

Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)” on page 44.

■ Selecting frame patterns

Press .

Press the key of the frame shape you want to

embroidery.

Press the key of the frame pattern you want to

embroidery.

Memo

• If [Embroidery Frame Identification View] in the

settings screen is set to [ON], the pattern can be

edited in the screen as if that embroidery frame is

attached.

1 The embroidering area for the selected frame is

displayed.

2 Patterns that will not fit in the selected frame

appear shaded and cannot be selected.

• There are three embroidering area sizes for

embroidery frame (small).

When [Embroidery Frame Identification View] is set

to [ON] for embroidery frame (small), the area for

arranging patterns can more easily be seen. The

area outside of the embroidering area will have a

different background color.

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

(W))

2 3 cm × 5 cm (approx.1-1/8 inches (H) × 2 inches

(W))

3 4 cm × 3 cm (approx.1-1/2 inches (H) × 1-1/8

inches (W))

4 Patterns are arranged outside of the

embroidering area.

1234

1 Current line number

2 Tab

Embroidering

EMBROIDERY

Press .

• For details on editing the pattern, refer to “Editing

Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)” on page 44.

■ Combining patterns

Select the pattern and then press .

Edit the pattern if needed, and then press .

• For details on pattern editing, refer to “Pattern editing

screen” on page 44.

Press to enter the alphabet characters.

Select and enter “Happy”.

Press .

Press and then select .

• For details on character editing, refer to “Font editing

screen” on page 45.

Change the layout of the characters and then press

two times to return to the pattern editing screen.

Press to change the color.

Change the color of the characters and then press .

• For details on changing colors, refer to “Pattern

editing screen” on page 44.

Edit the pattern position.

• The pattern can be selected with your finger and then

moved by dragging it. Use to select patterns that

are overlapping and cannot be selected by touching

the screen.

• Press to decide the pattern position carefully.

• Press to check the preview of the combined

patterns.

Press .

■ Checking the pattern position

The embroidery frame moves and shows the pattern

position. Watch the frame closely to make sure the pattern

will be embroidered in the right place.

Press on the embroidery settings screen.

From , press the key for the position that you

want to check.

1 Selected position

 The carriage will move to the selected position on

the pattern.

Memo

• To see the entire embroidering area, press .

The embroidery frame moves and shows the

embroidery area.

Embroidering

Press , and then press .

Embroidering a pattern

Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread

after each color.

Prepare embroidery thread colors as shown on the

screen.

1 Embroidery color order

• Either the thread color name or the thread number

appears in this screen, depending on the setting

selected in the settings screen. Press to change

the setting in the settings screen. For details, refer to

“Changing the thread color display” on page 37.

• The automatic thread cutting function will cut the

thread at the end of embroidering each color. This

function is initially turned on. To turn this function

off, press

key, and then press .

Set the embroidery thread, and thread the needle.

• Refer to “Threading the upper thread” on page 22.

Raise the presser foot lever and pass the thread through

the embroidery foot hole, and hold it lightly in your left

hand.

Give the thread a little slack.

Lower the presser foot, then press the “Start/Stop”

button to start embroidering.

After 5-6 stitches, press the “Start/Stop” button again

to stop the machine.

Trim the excess thread at the end of the seam. If the

end of the seam is under the presser foot, raise the

presser foot, then trim the excess thread.

• If the thread is left at the beginning of the stitching, it

may be embroidered over as you continue

embroidering the pattern, making it very difficult to

remove the excess thread after the pattern is finished.

Trim the thread at the beginning.

Press the “Start/Stop” button to start embroidering.

 Stitching stops automatically with reinforcement after

one color has been completed. When automatic

thread cutting is set, the thread is cut.

Remove the thread for the first color from the

machine.

CAUTION

• Make sure the needle is up when the

embroidery frame is moving. If the needle is

down, it could break and result in injury.

CAUTION

• Do not let hands or objects hit the carriage

while embroidering. The pattern may misalign.

• When embroidering on large garments

(especially jackets or other heavy fabrics), do

not let the fabric hang off the table.

Otherwise, the embroidery unit cannot move

freely and the embroidery frame may strike the

needle, causing the needle to bend or break

and possibly cause injury.

Place the fabric so that it does not hang off the

table or hold the fabric to keep it from

dragging.

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EMBROIDERY

Repeat the same steps for embroidering the remaining

colors.

 When the last color is embroidered, a message

informing you the embroidering is finished will

appear on the display. Press , and the display

will return to the initial screen.

Cut the excess thread jumps within the color.

■ Changing the thread color display

You can display the name of the thread colors or

embroidery thread number.

Press and use or to display the following

settings screen.

Use or of the menu to select [Name of

Color] or [#123] (thread number).

• When [Name of Color] is selected, the name of the

thread colors is displayed.

• When [#123] is selected, the embroidery thread

number is displayed. Use or of the

menu to select the thread brand.

Press .

■ If the bobbin runs out of thread

When the bobbin begins to run out of thread during

embroidering, the machine will stop and the message

below will appear. Press and follow the directions

below to replace the bobbin. If very little embroidering

remains, you can embroider approximately 10 final

stitches without rethreading the machine by pressing .

The machine will stop after embroidering approximately

10 stitches.

Press .

 After the thread is automatically cut, the carriage will

move.

Unlock the frame-securing lever and remove the

embroidery frame.

• Be careful not to apply strong force to the fabric at

this time. Otherwise, the fabric may loosen in the

frame.

Insert a wound bobbin into the machine. (Refer to

“Installing the bobbin” on page 21.)

Attach the embroidery frame.

Press .

Memo

• Colors on the screen may vary slightly from actual

spool colors.

• [Original], imported data remains the brand thread

created with the software, is set as a default.

Embroidering

Press .

To return to the area in the pattern where you stopped

embroidering, follow steps

c through f in the next

section.

■ If the thread breaks during embroidering

Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine.

If the upper thread is broken, redo the upper

threading. If the bobbin thread is broken, press

and follow the directions in steps

a through f from

the previous section to reset the bobbin.

Press .

Press , , or to move the needle back the

correct number of stitches before the area where the

thread broke.

Press to return to the original screen.

Press (Presser foot lifter button) to lower the

presser foot, and press the “Start/Stop” button to

continue embroidering.

■ Resuming embroidery after turning off the

power

The current color and stitch number are saved when

embroidery is stopped. The next time the machine is

turned on, you have the option to continue or delete the

pattern.

Embroidery Foot Auto Down

You can choose a setting to automatically lower the

embroidery foot at the beginning of embroidering.

Press to display the settings screen, and then

display page 3 by pressing / .

Set [Embroidery Foot Auto Down] to [ON].

1 When set to [ON], pressing the “Start/Stop” button when

the presser foot is raised automatically lowers the

presser foot before starting embroidering.

Memo

• If you cannot move back to the area where the

thread broke, press to select the color and

move to the beginning position of that color, then

use ,

or to move ahead to slightly

before where the thread broke.

Embroidering

EMBROIDERY

Adjusting thread tension

The upper thread tension is changed.

Press .

Press to loosen the upper thread tension. (The

tension number will decrease.)

Press

to tighten the upper thread tension. (The

tension number will increase.)

Press .

■ Correct thread tension

The thread tension is correct when upper thread is just

visible on the wrong side (bottom) of the fabric.

■ Upper thread is too tight

The bobbin thread will be visible on the right side (top) of

the fabric. In this instance, decrease the upper thread

tension.

■ Upper thread is too loose

The upper thread has slack. In this instance, increase the

upper thread tension.

1 Right side (top) of

fabric

2 Wrong side (bottom)

of fabric

1 Right side (top) of

fabric

2 Wrong side (bottom)

of fabric

1 Right side (top) of

fabric

2 Wrong side (bottom)

of fabric

Note

• If the upper thread is not threaded correctly or the

bobbin is not installed correctly, it may not be

possible to set the correct thread tension. If the

correct thread tension cannot be achieved,

rethread the upper thread and insert the bobbin

correctly.

• With [Embroidery Tension] on the setting screen,

the tension of the upper thread can be adjusted for

embroidering. The selected setting will be applied

to all patterns.

When embroidering, if the overall tension of the

upper thread is too tight or too loose, adjust it from

the setting screen. Press to tighten the upper

thread tension and press to loosen the upper

tension. If an individual embroidery pattern needs

additional fine tuning, refer to “Adjusting thread

tension” on page 39.

Embroidering

Adjusting the bobbin case (with no color on

the screw)

The bobbin case (with no color on the screw) can be adjusted

when bobbin tension changes are required to accommodate

different bobbin threads. Refer to “Embroidering attractive

finishes” on page 29.

To adjust the bobbin tension for embroidery function, using

the bobbin case (with no color on the screw), turn the slotted-

head screw (-) with a screwdriver (small).

■ Correct tension

Upper thread slightly appears on the wrong side of fabric.

■ Bobbin thread is too loose

Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side of fabric.

If this occurs, turn the slotted-head screw (-) clockwise,

being careful not to over-tighten the screw, approximately

30-45 degrees to increase bobbin tension.

■ Bobbin thread is too tight

Upper thread on the right side of fabric seems to be lifting/

looping and bobbin thread is not seen on the wrong side

of fabric.

If this occurs, turn the slotted-head screw (-)

counterclockwise, being careful not to over-loosen the

screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to decrease bobbin

tension.

Using the automatic thread cutting function

(End Color Trim)

The automatic thread cutting function will cut the thread at

the end of embroidering each color. This function is initially

turned on. To turn this function off, press key and then

. This function can be turned on or off during

embroidering.

Press .

Press to turn off the automatic thread cutting

function.

 The key will display as

• When one color thread is embroidered, the machine

will stop without cutting the thread.

Press to return to the original screen.

1 Do not turn the

phillips screw (+).

2 Adjust with a

screwdriver (small).

1 Right side

2 Wrong side

1 Right side

2 Wrong side

1 Right side

2 Wrong side

CAUTION

• When adjusting the bobbin case, be sure to

remove the bobbin from the bobbin case.

• DO NOT adjust the position of the phillips (+)

screw on the bobbin case as this may result in

damage to the bobbin case, rendering it

unusable.

• If the slotted-head screw (-) is difficult to turn,

do not use force. Turning the screw too much

or providing force in either (rotational)

direction may cause damage to the bobbin

case. Should damage occur, the bobbin case

may not maintain proper tension.

Embroidering

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Using the Thread Trimming Function (Jump

Stitch Trim)

The thread trimming function will automatically trim any

excess thread jumps within the color. Embroidery frame

(small) cannot be used. This function is initially turned on. To

turn this function off, press key and then .

* Your customized setting remains after turning the machine

off and on.

■ Selecting the Length of Jump Stitch Not to Trim

When the thread trimming function is turned on, you

can select the length at which jump stitch trimming starts.

* Your customized setting remains after turning the

machine off and on.

Press or to select the length of jump stitch.

For example: Press to select 25 mm (1 inch) and the

machine will not trim a jump stitch of 25 mm or less

before moving to the next stitching.

Embroidering the appliqué patterns

When the color embroidering order display shows

[ (APPLIQUE MATERIAL)],

[ (APPLIQUE POSITION)] or

[ (APPLIQUE)], follow the procedure below.

Required materials

• Fabric for the appliqué piece

• Fabric for the appliqué base

• Stabilizer material

• Fabric glue or temporary spray adhesive

• Embroidering thread

■ 1. Creating an appliqué piece

Attach stabilizer material to the wrong side of the

appliqué fabric.

Sew the cutting line of the appliqué piece. Remove the

fabric for the appliqué piece from the embroidery

frame, and then carefully cut along the sewn cutting

line.

1 Outline of appliqué

2 Appliqué material

CAUTION

• The carriage of the embroidery unit will move.

Keep your hands etc. away from the carriage.

Otherwise injury may result.

1 Jump stitch

Note

• When this function is turned on, use a ball point

needle 75/11 for embroidering patterns (sold

separately) with short jump stitches such as

alphabet characters. Using other needles may

cause the thread to break.

Memo

• If a design has many trims it is recommended to

select a higher jump stitch trim setting in order to

reduce the amount of excess tails on backside of

fabric.

• The higher number of the jump stitch length

selected, the fewer number of times the machine

will trim. In this case, more jump stitches will

remain on the surface of the fabric.

Note

• The correct names and numbers of the thread

colors to be used will not appear. Select the thread

colors depending on those in the appliqué pattern.

Note

• If the appliqué piece is cut out along the inside of

the cutting line, it may not be correctly attached to

the fabric. Therefore, carefully cut out the appliqué

piece along the cutting line.

• After cutting out the appliqué piece, carefully

remove any remaining thread.

Embroidering

■ 2. Sewing the appliqué position on the base

fabric

Sew the appliqué position.

Remove the embroidery frame from the embroidery

unit.

■ 3. Affixing the appliqué piece to the base

fabric

Lightly apply fabric glue or temporary spray adhesive

to the back of the appliqué piece, and then attach it to

the base fabric within the outline of the position sewn

in step

a of “2. Sewing the appliqué position on the

base fabric”.

After the appliqué piece is attached, attach the

embroidery frame to the machine.

Thread the machine with the embroidery thread, lower

the presser foot lever, and then press the “Start/Stop”

button to embroider the appliqué.

Finish embroidering the remainder of the pattern.

Using a frame pattern to make an appliqué

You can use frame patterns of the same size and shape to

create an appliqué. Embroider one pattern with a straight

stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch.

■ Method 1

Select a straight stitch frame pattern. Embroider the

pattern onto the appliqué material, then cut neatly

around the outside of the shape.

Embroider the same pattern from step a onto the

base fabric.

Apply a thin layer of fabric glue or a temporary spray

adhesive to the back of the appliqué created in step

a. Attach the appliqué to the base fabric matching

the shapes.

Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape

as the appliqué. Embroider over the appliqué and base

fabric from step

b to create the appliqué.

1 Position of appliqué

2 Base material

Note

• Do not remove the base fabric from the embroidery

frame until all sewing is finished.

Note

• If the appliqué piece cannot be attached to the

base fabric with fabric glue or temporary spray

adhesive, securely baste it in place with basting

stitches.

• If thin fabric is used for the appliqué piece,

reinforce and secure it in place with an iron-on

adhesive sheet. An iron can be used to attach the

appliqué piece to the appliqué location.

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■ Method 2

Select a straight stitch frame pattern, and embroider

the pattern onto the base fabric.

Place the appliqué fabric over the pattern embroidered

in step

a and embroider the same pattern on the

appliqué fabric.

• Be sure that the appliqué fabric completely covers

the stitched line.

Remove the embroidery frame from the embroidery

unit, and cut around the outside of the stitches of the

appliqué fabric.

Reattach the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit.

Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape

as the appliqué and embroider the satin stitch pattern

to create an appliqué.

• Do not change the size or position of the pattern.

Split embroidery patterns

Split embroidery patterns created with Palette Ver.7 or later

can be embroidered. With split embroidery patterns,

embroidery designs larger than the embroidery hoop are

divided into multiple sections, which combine to create a

single pattern after each section is embroidered.

For details on creating split embroidery patterns and for more

detailed embroidery instructions, refer to the Instruction

manual included with Palette Ver.7 or later.

Insert the USB flash drive containing the created split

embroidery pattern, and then select the split

embroidery pattern to be embroidered.

• For details, refer to “Retrieving embroidery patterns”

on page 49.

Select section to be embroidered and press .

• Select the sections in alphabetical order.

Press and press .

Press the “Start/Stop” button to embroider the pattern

section.

When embroidering is finished, the following screen

appears. Press .

 A screen appears so that a section of the split

embroidery pattern can be selected.

Repeat steps b through e to embroider the

remaining sections of the pattern.

Note

• Do not remove the fabric from the embroidery

frame to cut it. Also, do not pull or push on the

fabric. Otherwise, the fabric may loosen in the

frame.

Memo

• It is recommended to use the optional embroidery

foot with LED pointer “U+” for this procedure.

Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)

When a pattern is selected in the pattern selection screen

and is pressed, the pattern editing screen appears.

After pressing any of the keys to edit the pattern, press

to return to the previous screen. To finish all the editing,

press to continue to the embroidery settings screen.

■ Pattern editing screen

Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing

Screen)

CAUTION

• When you have revised the pattern, check the

display of available embroidery frames and use

an appropriate frame. If you use an embroidery

frame not displayed as available for use, the

presser foot may strike the frame and possibly

cause injury or damage.

Memo

• If a key display is light gray, you cannot use that

function with the selected pattern.

No.

Display

Explanation

Key Name

1 Press this key to magnify the pattern in

the screen.

Magnify key

2 Shows the embroidery frames that can

be used (page 33).

Embroidery frame

3 Shows the size of the entire combined

pattern.

Pattern size

4 Press this key to show embroidered

image. Press to

select the frame used in the preview.

• : Extra large embroidery frame/26

cm × 16 cm (10-1/4 inches × 6-1/4

inches)

• : Large embroidery frame/18 cm ×

13 cm (7 inches × 5 inches)

• : Medium embroidery frame (sold

separately with some models)/10 cm ×

10 cm (4 inches × 4 inches)

• : Small embroidery frame (sold

separately with some models)/2 cm ×

6 cm (1 inch × 2-1/2 inches)

Press to enlarge the image of the

pattern.

Preview key

12 3 4

B A 0 9

5 Press this key to rotate the pattern.

Press to return the pattern to its

original position.

Rotate key

6 Press this key to change the colors of the

displayed pattern.

Press or to select the thread

brand.

Press or to select the color you

want to change.

Press or touch the color

on the color palette to choose a new

color.

To return to the original color, press

Thread palette key

7 Press this key to delete the selected

pattern (the pattern outlined by the red

box).

Delete key

8 Press this key to display the font editing

screen. (page 45)

Font edit key

9 Press this key to call up the embroidery

settings screen. (page 46)

Edit End key

0 Press this key to save patterns to the

machine's memory or USB flash drive.

Patterns can also be transferred to a

computer via wireless network

connection. (page 49)

Memory key

A When a combined pattern is selected,

use this key to select a part of the pattern

to edit. The selected pattern is outlined

by the red box.

Pattern select key

B Press this key to add another embroidery

pattern to currently displayed pattern.

Add key

C Press this key to make a horizontal mirror

image of the selected pattern.

Horizontal mirror

image key

D Press this key to change thread density

for some alphabet character and frame

patterns.

Thread density

key

E Press this key to move the pattern.

Use to move the pattern in the

direction shown by the arrow.

Press to center the pattern.

Move key

No.

Display

Explanation

Key Name

Editing Patterns (Pattern Editing Screen)

EMBROIDERY

■ Font editing screen

Font editing screen appears by pressing on the pattern

editing screen.

F Press this key to change the size of the

pattern.

: Enlarges the pattern proportionately.

: Decreases the pattern proportionately.

: Stretches the pattern horizontally.

: Decreases the pattern horizontally.

: Stretches the pattern vertically.

: Decreases the pattern vertically.

: Returns the pattern to its original

size.

: Changes the size of the character

patterns.

Size key

No.

Display

Explanation

Key Name

1 Press this key when you want to change

the thread color, character by character

in character embroidery. Since the

machine stops at the end of each

character, the upper thread is changed

as you embroider. Press this key again to

cancel setting.

Multi color key

2 Press this key to change the

configuration of a character pattern.

When selecting an arc (

), use and to change the

degree of the arc.

: Make the arc flatter.

: Make the arc rounder.

When selecting , and

change to and . You can

increase or decrease the incline.

To arrange the spacing between the

character patterns on the line, press

Array key

3 Press this key to change the font of the

selected characters.

Depending on the font that was selected,

it may not be possible to change the

font.

Font key

4 Press this key to switch between text

written vertically and horizontally.

(Japanese font only)

Vertical/horizontal

text key

No.

Display

Explanation

Key Name

1 234

7 8 6

5 Press this key to edit each character

separately.

When pressing , select the character

by using to change the size.

When pressing , select the character

by using to change the font.

Edit character key

6 Press this key to split text between

characters so that they can be edited

separately.

Use to select where the

pattern is to be separated, and then

press to separate it.

Any pattern that is split cannot be

recombined.

Split text key

7 Press this key to change the spacing of

character patterns.

Press / to increase or decrease

the character spacing.

Press to return the pattern to its

original appearance.

Character spacing

key

8 When a combined pattern is selected,

use this key to select a part of the pattern

to edit. The selected pattern is outlined

by the red box. If the line feed key was

used while entering text, single lines can

be selected.

Select key

No.

Display

Explanation

Key Name

Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen)

When is pressed in the editing screen, the embroidery

settings screen appears. After editing the pattern, press

to continue to the embroidering screen.

■ Embroidery settings screen

Aligning the pattern and the needle position

Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the

needle position

Mark the embroidery start position on the fabric, as

shown.

Press .

Press and press .

1 Start position

 The needle position moves to the bottom left corner

of the pattern (the embroidery frame moves so that

the needle is positioned correctly).

Use to align the needle and the mark on the

fabric, press and begin embroidering the pattern.

Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings

Screen)

No.

Display

Explanation

Key Name

1 Press these keys to move the pattern in

the direction shown by the arrow. (Press

the center key to return the pattern to

the center of the embroidery area.)

(page 46)

Move key

2 Press this key to rotate the entire

pattern.

Press to return the pattern to its

original position.

Rotate key

3 Press this key to rearrange the stitching

sequence for combined patterns.

Color sorting key

4 Press this key to enter the embroidery

screen.

Embroidery key

5 Press this key to save patterns to the

machine's memory or USB flash drive.

Patterns can also be transferred to a

computer via wireless network

connection. (page 49)

Memory key

6 Press this key to check the position of

the pattern. (page 35)

Trial key

7 Press this key to move the needle start

position to align the needle with the

pattern position. (page 46)

Starting point key

7 6 5

Memo

• It is recommended to use the optional embroidery

foot with LED pointer “U+” for this procedure.

Editing Patterns (Embroidery Settings Screen)

EMBROIDERY

Embroidering linked characters

Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked

characters in a single row when the entire pattern extends

beyond the embroidery frame.

Example: Linking “DEF” to the characters “ABC” using

embroidery frame 10 cm × 10 cm (4 inches × 4 inches)

(sold separately with some models)

Select the character patterns for “ABC”, and then press

and .

Press .

Press , and then press .

 The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of

the pattern. The embroidery frame moves so that the

needle is positioned correctly.

Press .

Lower the embroidery foot and then press the “Start/

Stop” button to begin embroidering.

After the characters are embroidered, and the threads

are cut, remove the embroidery frame, and then press

for [Finished embroidering].

Reposition the fabric in embroidery frame so that the

right side of the letter “C” will be partially inside the

embroidery frame; being careful so letters remain

straight and level. Then reattach frame again so that

the remaining characters (“DEF”) can be embroidered.

Press to cancel the current character patterns.

Select the character patterns for “DEF”, and then press

and .

Press .

Press , and then press .

 The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of

the pattern. The embroidery frame moves so that the

needle is positioned correctly.

Use to align the needle with the end of the

embroidering for the previous pattern.

Press .

Lower the embroidery foot and press the “Start/Stop”

button to begin embroidering the remaining character

patterns.

Memo

• It is recommended to use the optional embroidery

foot with LED pointer “U+” for this procedure.

1 End of the

embroidering

Using the Memory Function

Thread color sorting

This function allows you to embroider while replacing the

thread spool a minimal number of times.

Before starting to embroider, press in the embroidery

settings screen to rearrange the embroidery order and sort it

by thread colors.

Press .

* Press again to check the sorted thread colors.

The embroidery color order is rearranged and sorted by thread

colors.

Press

again in the embroidery settings screen to cancel

color sorting and embroider with the original embroidery

color order.

■ Embroidery data precautions

 Types of embroidery data that can be used

Only .pes, .phc, and .dst embroidery data files can be

used with this machine. Attempting to use data other than

the listed type may cause the machine to malfunction.

 Embroidery pattern size

This machine is compatible with embroidery patterns up

to a maximum of 26 cm × 16 cm (approx. 10-1/4 inches ×

6-1/4 inches).

 USB flash drive

Some USB flash drives may not be usable with this

machine. Please visit our website www.babylock.com for

more details.

 Precautions on using the computer to create and save

data

We recommend using the 26 letters of the alphabet

(uppercase and lowercase), the numbers 0 through 9,”-”,

and “_” for the name of the file/folder.

 Tajima (.dst) embroidery data

• .dst data is displayed in the pattern list screen by file

name (the actual thumbnail image cannot be

displayed).

• Since Tajima (.dst) data does not contain specific

thread color information, it is displayed with our

default thread color sequence. Check the preview and

change the thread colors as desired.

Note

• This function does not work on overlapping

designs.

Using the Memory Function

CAUTION

• When using embroidery data other than our

original patterns, the thread or needle may

break when embroidering with a stitch density

that is too fine or when embroidering three or

more overlapping stitches. In that case, use

one of our original data design systems to edit

the embroidery data.

Using the Memory Function

EMBROIDERY

Saving embroidery patterns

You can save embroidery patterns that you have customized

in the machine's memory, or on a USB flash drive.

You can also transfer the patterns to your computer via

wireless network.

Press when the pattern you want to save is in the

pattern editing screen or embroidery settings screen.

When saving the embroidery pattern in a USB flash

drive, insert the USB flash drive into the USB port on

the machine.

Select the destination to start saving.

1 Save to the machine’s memory.

2 Save to the USB flash drive.

The pattern is saved in a folder labeled “bPocket”.

3 Temporarily save to the wireless function pocket.

For the detailed procedure, refer to the manual for

Palette (version 11 or later).

* Embroidery patterns which were saved to the

wireless function pocket will be deleted from the

pocket when turning the machine off. Import the

embroidery patterns to Palette (version 11 or

later) before turning the machine off.

Retrieving embroidery patterns

Retrieve embroidery patterns saved in the machine's memory,

or on a USB flash drive, or transferred via wireless network.

When retrieving the embroidery patterns from a USB

flash drive, insert the USB flash drive into the USB port

on the machine.

To retrieve embroidery patterns via wireless network,

use Palette (version 11 or later) or Design Database

Transfer to transfer the patterns in advance. For details

on transferring embroidery patterns, refer to the

manual for Palette or Design Database Transfer.

Press .

Press the desired destination, and then select the

desired embroidery pattern.

1 Retrieve from the machine’s memory.

2 Retrieve from a USB flash drive.

3 Retrieve embroidery patterns uploaded to the wireless

function pocket via wireless network.

For the detailed procedure, refer to the manual for

Palette (version 11 or later) or Design Database Transfer.

* Embroidery patterns which were uploaded via

wireless network will be deleted from the

machine when turning the machine off. Save

patterns to the machine memory if necessary.

(page 49)

Note

• Do not turn the main power to OFF while the

[Saving...] screen is displayed. You will lose the

pattern you are saving.

Memo

• If the embroidery pattern to be retrieved is in a

folder of the USB flash drive, press the key for that

folder. Press to return to the previous screen.

Using the Memory Function

Press .

Memo

• When you press , the selected embroidery

pattern will be deleted permanently.

• When saving a retrieved pattern, press the

following keys.

1. Press .

2. Press the key for the desired destination.

: Saves to the machine.

: Saves to the USB flash drive.

: Temporarily saves to the wireless function

pocket.

Care and Maintenance

APPENDIX

Cleaning the LCD

If the surface of the LCD is dirty, lightly wipe it with a soft dry

cloth.

Cleaning the machine surface

When wiping dirt off the machine, firmly wring a soft cloth

soaked in (lukewarm) water.

After cleaning the machine, dry it with a soft, dry cloth.

Restrictions on oiling

In order to prevent damaging this machine, it must not be

oiled by the user.

This machine was manufactured with the necessary amount

of oil applied to ensure correct operation, making periodic

oiling unnecessary.

If problems occur, such as difficulty turning the handwheel or

an unusual noise, immediately stop using the machine, and

contact your authorized Baby Lock retailer.

Precautions on storing the machine

Do not store the machine in any of the locations described

below, otherwise damage to the machine may result, for

example, rust caused by condensation.

• Exposed to extremely high temperatures

• Exposed to extremely low temperatures

• Exposed to extreme temperature changes

• Exposed to high humidity or steam

• Near a flame, heater or air conditioner

• Outdoors or exposed to direct sunlight

• Exposed to extremely dusty or oily environments

Cleaning the race

Stitching performance will suffer if lint and dust collects in the

bobbin case, therefore, it should be cleaned regularly.

Press (Needle position button) to raise the needle.

Turn off the machine.

Unplug the power cord from the power supply jack on

the right side of the machine.

Remove the needle and embroidery foot.

• For details, refer to “Replacing the Needle” on

page 25 and “Replacing the embroidery foot” on

page 52.

Remove the embroidery unit.

Remove the bobbin cover.

Remove the needle plate cover.

Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then

slide it toward you.

Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.

Chapter 3

APPENDIX

Care and Maintenance

CAUTION

• Unplug the power cord before cleaning the

machine, otherwise injuries or an electric

shock may occur.

Note

• In order to extend the life of this machine,

periodically turn it on and use it.

Storing this machine for an extended period of time

without using it may reduce its efficiency.

Care and Maintenance

Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove

any lint and dust from the race and bobbin thread

sensor and the surrounding area.

1 Cleaning brush

2 Race

3 Bobbin thread sensor

Insert the bobbin case so that the



mark on the

bobbin case aligns with the

 mark on the machine.

• Align the  and

 marks.

1  mark

 mark

3 Bobbin case

• Make sure that the indicated points are aligned

before installing the bobbin case.

Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the

needle plate, and then slide the cover back on.

Reattach the bobbin cover.

Touch panel is malfunctioning

If the screen does not respond correctly when you touch a key

(the machine does not perform the operation or performs a

different operation), follow the steps below to make the

proper adjustments.

Holding your finger on the screen, turn the main

power switch to OFF and back to ON.

 The touch panel adjustment screen is displayed.

Lightly touch the center of each +, in order from 1 to 5.

Turn the main power to OFF, then turn it back to ON.

Replacing the embroidery foot

Press (Needle position button) once or twice to

raise the needle.

Press .

• When the message [OK to automatically lower the

presser foot?] appears on the LCD screen, press

to continue.

 The screen changes, and all keys and operation

buttons are locked (except ).

Raise the presser foot lever.

Note

• Do not apply oil to the bobbin case.

CAUTION

• Never use a bobbin case that is scratched or

has a burr on it. Otherwise the upper thread

may become tangled, the needle may break or

stitching performance may suffer. For a new

bobbin case, contact your nearest authorized

Baby Lock retailer.

• Be sure that the bobbin case is correctly

installed, otherwise the needle may break.

CAUTION

• Only use embroidery feet designed specifically

for this machine. Use of any other embroidery

foot may result in injuries or damage to the

machine.

Troubleshooting

APPENDIX

Use the included screwdriver to loosen the embroidery

foot screw, and then remove the embroidery foot.

1 Screwdriver

2 Embroidery foot

3 Embroidery foot screw

Hold the embroidery foot in place with your right

hand, and then use the included screwdriver to

securely tighten the embroidery foot screw.

Slowly lower the presser foot lever.

Raise the presser foot lever to check that the

embroidery foot is securely attached.

Press to unlock all keys and buttons.

If the machine stops operating correctly, check the

following possible problems before requesting service.

You can solve most problems by yourself or visit us at

www.babylock.com

If the problem persists, contact your Baby Lock retailer.

List of symptoms

Check the following possible problems before requesting

service. If the reference page is “*”, contact your authorized

Baby Lock retailer.

■ Getting ready

Troubleshooting

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

Cannot thread the needle.

Needle is not in the correct position.

• Press the “Needle position” button to raise the

needle.

Needle is installed incorrectly. 25

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

Upper threading is incorrect.

The needle threader lever is not lowered until it

clicks.

The needle threader hook is bent and does not

pass through the eye of the needle.

The needle threader lever cannot be moved or

returned to its original position.

Cannot lower the presser foot with the presser foot

lever.

Presser foot was raised using the “Presser foot

lifter” button.

Bobbin thread does not wind neatly on the bobbin.

The thread is not passed through the bobbin

winding thread guide correctly.

The thread that was pulled out from the bobbin

winding thread guide was incorrectly wound onto

the bobbin.

The empty bobbin was not set on the pin properly. 18

While winding the bobbin, the bobbin thread was

wound below the bobbin winder seat.

The thread was incorrectly passed under the

pretension disk on the bobbin winding thread

guide.

• Remove any entangled thread, and then wind

the bobbin.

The bobbin thread cannot be pulled up.

Bobbin is set incorrectly. 21

Nothing appears in the LCD.

Main power switch is not turned on. 13

The plug of the power cord is not inserted into an

electrical outlet.

The LCD screen is fogged up.

Condensation has formed on the LCD screen.

• After a while, the cloudiness will disappear.

–

Troubleshooting

■ While embroidering

The operation keys do not respond, or the key

response is too sensitive.

A glove is worn when the keys are pressed.

The keys are pressed with a fingernail.

A non-electrostatic touch pen is being used.

The sensitivity of the operation keys is not set for

the user.

10, 15

The sewing light does not come on.

[Light] is set to [OFF] in the settings screen. 14

Embroidery unit does not operate.

Embroidery unit is not attached correctly. 27

Embroidery frame was attached before the unit

was initialized.

Cannot retrieve an embroidery pattern via wireless

network.

Embroidery patterns unavailable for this machine

cannot be retrieved.

• Check the embroidery data and the message

displayed on the application.

–

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

Machine does not operate.

“Start/Stop” button was not pressed. 36

The bobbin winder shaft is pushed to the right. 18

There is no pattern selected. 33

Presser foot is not lowered. 36

Frame-securing lever was not lowered.

• Lower frame-securing lever after installing

embroidery frame.

Needle breaks.

Needle is installed incorrectly. 25

Needle clamp screw is not tightened. 25

Needle is turned or bent. 25

Using improper needle or thread for the selected

fabric.

Upper thread tension is too tight. 39

Spool of thread is set incorrectly. 18

There are scratches around the opening in the

needle plate.

* There is a notch on the left side of the opening

in the needle plate. This is not a scratch.

There are scratches around the opening in the

presser foot.

There are scratches on the bobbin case. *

A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is

not used.

Upper threading is incorrect. 22

Bobbin is set incorrectly. 21

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

1 Notch

Embroidery foot is attached incorrectly. 52

Stabilizer is not attached to fabric being

embroidered.

Bobbin thread is incorrectly wound. 18

Upper thread breaks.

Machine is not threaded correctly (used the wrong

spool cap, spool cap is loose, the thread did not

catch the needle bar threader, etc.).

Knotted or tangled thread is being used. –

Upper thread tension is too tight. 39

Thread is tangled. 22

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

Needle is installed incorrectly. 25

There are scratches near the hole in the

embroidery foot.

52, *

There are scratches on the bobbin case. *

Using improper needle or thread for the selected

fabric.

A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is

not being used.

The thread is tangled on the wrong side of the fabric.

Upper threading is incorrect. 22

Using improper needle or thread for the selected

fabric.

The upper thread is too tight.

The bobbin thread is incorrectly installed. 21

Bobbin thread breaks.

Bobbin is set incorrectly. 21

Bobbin thread is incorrectly wound. 18

A scratched bobbin is being used. 21

Thread is tangled. 22

A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is

not being used.

Fabric puckers.

There is a mistake in the upper or bobbin

threading.

18, 22

Spool of thread is set incorrectly. 19

Using improper needle or thread for the selected

fabric.

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

Skipped stitches

Machine is threaded incorrectly. 18, 22

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

Needle is installed incorrectly. 25

Dust or lint has collected under the needle plate. 51

Not embroidering

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

Bobbin is set incorrectly. 21

Upper threading is incorrect. 22

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

Troubleshooting

APPENDIX

■ After embroidering

High-pitched sound while embroidering

Pieces of thread are caught in the race. 51

Upper threading is incorrect. 22

A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is

not being used.

There are needle holes or friction scratches in the

bobbin case.

The needle contacts the needle plate.

The needle clamp screw is loose. 25

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

The handwheel does not turn smoothly.

Thread is tangled in the bobbin case. *

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

Thread tension is incorrect.

Upper threading is incorrect. 22

Bobbin is set incorrectly. 21

Using improper needle or thread for the selected

fabric.

Thread tension is set incorrectly. 39

Bobbin thread is incorrectly wound. 18

Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. 25

A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is

not used.

Embroidery pattern does not embroider correctly.

Thread is twisted. 22

Thread tension is set incorrectly. 39

Fabric was not inserted into the frame correctly

(fabric was loose, etc.).

Stabilizing material was not attached.

• Always use stabilizing material, especially with

stretch fabrics, lightweight fabrics, fabrics with a

coarse weave, or fabrics that often cause

pattern shrinkage. See your authorized Baby

Lock retailer for the proper stabilizer.

There was an object placed near the machine, and

the carriage or embroidery frame hit the object

during embroidering.

Material coming out of the embroidery frame is

causing problems.

• Stretch the fabric on the frame once again so

that the material coming out of the embroidery

frame does not cause problems, rotate the

pattern and embroider.

A heavy fabric is being embroidered, and the

fabric is hanging off the table.

• If embroidery is done with the fabric hanging off

the table, the embroidery unit movement will be

impaired. Support the fabric while embroidering.

Fabric is snagged or caught on something.

• Stop the machine and place the fabric so that it

does not get caught or snagged.

–

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

The carriage was moved while the embroidery

frame was being removed or attached during

embroidery.

• If the carriage is moved during the process, the

pattern may be misaligned. Be careful when

removing or attaching the embroidery frame.

Stabilizer is incorrectly attached, for example, it is

smaller than the embroidery frame.

Embroidery pattern does not embroider in a particular

position.

Fabric isn't positioned with the proper position in

the embroidery frame.

• Use the embroidery sheet.

Loops appear on the surface of the fabric when

embroidering.

The thread tension is incorrectly set. 39

Embroidery bobbin thread intended for use with

this machine is not being used.

Symptom, Cause/solution

Reference

Troubleshooting

Error messages

When erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation will be displayed on the LCD. Follow what is

displayed. If you press or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears.

Error messages Cause/solution

A malfunction occurred. Turn the machine off, then

on again.

This message is displayed if a malfunction occurs.

Turn the machine off, then back on again.

If this message continues to appear, please contact your authorized Baby

Lock retailer.

Cannot change the configuration of the characters. This message is displayed when there are too many characters and the

curved character configuration is impossible.

Cannot change the font since some letters are not

included to the selected font.

This message appears when the font of the embroidery character pattern is

changed to one that does not include characters used in the pattern.

Cannot recognize the data for the selected pattern.

The data may be corrupted. Please turn off the

power and turn on again.

This message appears when you try to retrieve pattern data that is invalid.

Since any of the following may be the cause, check the pattern data.

• The pattern data is damaged.

• The data that you tried to retrieve was created using another

manufacturer’s data design system.

Turn the machine off, then on again to return it to its normal condition.

Check and rethread the upper thread. This message is displayed when the upper thread is broken or not threaded

correctly, and the “Start/Stop” button, etc. is pressed.

Data volume is too large for this pattern. This message is displayed when the patterns you are editing take up too

much memory, or if you are editing too many patterns for the memory.

Lower the presser foot lever. This message is displayed when a button, such as the “Start/Stop” button,

was pressed while the presser foot was raised.

Not enough available memory to save. This message is displayed when the memory is full and the pattern cannot be

saved.

Not enough available memory to save the pattern.

Delete another pattern?

This message is displayed when the memory is full and the pattern cannot be

saved.

Press and delete a previously saved pattern to save the current one.

Press to return to the original screen without saving.

OK to recall and resume previous memory? This message appears if the machine is turned off while embroidering, then

turned on again.

Press to return the machine to the condition (pattern position and

number of stitches) when it was turned off. Follow the procedure described in

“If the thread breaks during embroidering” on page 38 to align the needle

position and embroider the remainder of the pattern.

Pattern extends to the outside of embroidery frame. This message appears when the embroidery character pattern is edited, for

example, rotated, so that it no longer fits within the embroidery frame.

Pattern extends to the outside of embroidery frame.

Add no additional characters.

This message appears when the embroidery character pattern is edited by

adding a line feed so that it no longer fits within the embroidery frame.

Pattern extends to the outside of embroidery frame.

This function cannot be used at this time.

This message appears when the embroidery character pattern is resized or

switched between written vertically/horizontally so that it is too large for the

embroidery frame.

Preventive maintenance is recommended. Once this message appears, it is recommended to take your machine to an

authorized Baby Lock retailer for a regular maintenance check. Although this

message will disappear and the machine will continue to function once you

press , the message will display several more times until the appropriate

maintenance is performed.

Troubleshooting

APPENDIX

The authentication and encryption methods used by

the selected wireless LAN access point/router are

not supported by your machine.

The authentication/encryption methods used by the selected wireless access

point/router are not supported by your machine.

For infrastructure mode, change the authentication and encryption methods

of the wireless access point/router.

Your machine supports the following authentication methods:

If your problem is not solved, the SSID or network settings you entered may

be incorrect. Reconfirm the wireless network settings. (page 16)

Refer to “How can I find the wireless security information (SSID and network

key)” on page 58.

The bobbin thread is almost empty. This message is displayed when the bobbin thread is running out. Although a

few stitches can be embroidered when the “Start/Stop” button is pressed,

replace with a wound bobbin immediately.

When embroidering, press (Thread cutter button) to cut the threads, raise

the presser foot, remove the embroidery frame, and then replace the bobbin

with one wound with plenty of embroidery bobbin thread.

The bobbin winder safety device has activated. Is the

thread tangled?

This message is displayed when the bobbin is being wound, and the motor

locks because the thread is tangled, etc.

The carriage of the embroidery unit will move.

Keep your hands etc. away from the carriage.

This message appears before embroidery unit moves.

The machine is still trying to connect to your wireless

network.

The machine is still trying to connect to your wireless network. Please wait a

few minutes, and then check the WLAN status.

The safety device has been activated. Is the

thread tangled? Is the needle bent?

This message is displayed when the motor locks due to tangled thread or for

other reasons related to thread delivery.

The SSID and Network Key are incorrect. The security information (SSID/network key (password)) is incorrect.

Reconfirm the SSID and security information (network key (password)). (page

16)

Refer to “How can I find the wireless security information (SSID and network

key)” on page 58.

The wireless LAN access point/router cannot be

detected.

The wireless access point/router cannot be detected.

1. Check the following 4 points.

- Make sure that the wireless access point/router is powered on.

- Move your machine to an area where no items can obstruct the wireless

network signal, such as metal doors or walls, or closer to the w