Baby Lock imagine BLE1AT-2, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Model BLE1AT 2 Instruction Manual Vol 1 0...

Page 2: ...op or insert any object into any opening 6 Do not use outdoors 7 Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered 8 To disconnect turn the main switch t...

Page 3: ...reads you previously avoided are now a joy to sew because the Baby Lock Imagine handles all varieties with equal ease With the Baby Lock Imagine your creative options are endless and your time spent s...

Page 4: ...threading Loopers 15 Re threading Needles 15 MACHINE SETTINGS 16 Stitch Length Rolled Hem 16 Stitch Width 16 Differential Feed 17 Disengaging the Upper Cutting Blade 18 Presser Foot Pressure Adjustmen...

Page 5: ...ide Corners 38 Serging Curves 39 Inserting Tapes 39 USING SPECIALTY THREADS 40 Using Specialty Threads 40 Threading Lightweight Thread 40 Changing Threads 40 Threading Mediumweight Thread 41 Thread Cr...

Page 6: ...laced into the machine it reaches the feed dogs first The feed dogs move the fabric along as the cutting blades trim the edge creating a clean edge to be finished Then the loopers and needle s form th...

Page 7: ...Needle clamp screw 22 Power switch 7 Snap on presser foot 23 Looper threader selector 8 Needle plate 24 Accessory compartment spool stand 9 Stitch width adjusting dial 25 Upper looper threading port...

Page 8: ...ory compartment Upper cutting blade for replacement 1 Accessory compartment Looper threading tool 1 Accessory packet Screwdriver 1 Accessory packet Machine cover 1 Accessory packet Mounting bolt with...

Page 9: ...for overedging and seaming but they may be too weak or too fuzzy for the rolled edge Poor grades of these threads can result in frequent fraying breaking and unbalanced stitches Threads of other fibe...

Page 10: ...plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper...

Page 11: ...o pro vide a smooth surface that enables the thread to reel off freely With the spool notch side down insert a spool cap into the top of the spool fig B When using standard spool threads on your serge...

Page 12: ...fig A Note The Imagine Wave must be in the locked position when threading the loopers unless otherwise indicated 1 With the presser foot up and machine lock button in the locked position fig A set th...

Page 13: ...snap into the thread guide B at the top of the front of the machine through the slot on the front cover See fig C below 3 Pull 18 inches 45cm of thread through guide C Insert the end of the thread int...

Page 14: ...ugh guide 7 3 Lower the presser foot to engage the tensions 4 Hold the thread between your left thumb and middle finger see page 13 fig B With your right index finger hold the thread horizontally in f...

Page 15: ...turn the fine tun ing screw clockwise to tighten the looper threads equally Turn the screw counter clockwise to loosen the looper threads equally Ideal Stitch Looper threads are too loose Looper threa...

Page 16: ...ou need to raise and lower the foot only when working with thick spongy or lofty fabrics or when precise positioning is required Be careful not to push or pull the fabric The Imagine Wave will feed it...

Page 17: ...or stitch selection settings If a thread breaks raise the presser foot and pull the broken thread out from under the foot Open the front cover depress the machine lock button and set the looper thread...

Page 18: ...ics For overedging or seaming very lightweight fabrics you may prefer a shorter stitch length When sewing heavier fabrics you may choose to lengthen the stitch fig B The stitch width adjusting dial is...

Page 19: ...iagram on the front cover indicates This action can eliminate wavy seams in stretchy fabrics or those cut on the bias grain At the maximum setting of 2 0 fig C the differential feed can gather a light...

Page 20: ...e pressure adjusting screw clock wise To decrease pressure turn the screw counterclockwise The Imagine has the convenience of a snap on presser foot To Release 1 Raise the presser foot lever 2 Lower t...

Page 21: ...g line to create the seam The right needle thread visible on the top side of the stitch interlocks with both the loopers to add durability The upper looper thread that resembles a zigzag on the upper...

Page 22: ...th 3 threads by simply eliminating either needle To convert your serger to a 3 thread overlock wide 5 5 7 5mm cut the needle thread just above the needle eye fig A Remove the right needle and thread c...

Page 23: ...eedle thread fig A Remove the left needle and left needle thread completely from the machine Tighten the needle clamp screw slightly to prevent the screw from working out fig B Place needle into right...

Page 24: ...pletely from the machine Clear the stitch fingers Turn the stitch length adjusting dial clockwise to the rolled hem range Set the length at 1 fig A and the stitch width at 3 0 for a smooth decorative...

Page 25: ...me a rolled edge The fabric edge rolls around the stitch finger The upper looper wraps the fabric edge while the lower looper thread is nearly invisible on the back side of the stitch formation Remove...

Page 26: ...lity The edges pull open and flatten within the stitch for a non bulky join fig A Be sure to sew a test sample first to determine whether the stitch will have the strength to hold the seam without the...

Page 27: ...e thread out of the tubular looper at the lower end of the looper tube Bring the thread up to the large thread guide below the face plate and to the left under the square guide Bring the thread up and...

Page 28: ...ple first to determine whether the stitch will have the strength to hold the seam without the fabric pulling away For 2 thread flatlock wide 1 Lock the machine 2 Place the needle thread on far left sp...

Page 29: ...the thread path in the front of the machine Go left with the needle thread at the hook on front of the machine Then take the needle thread through the normal needle thread paths See illustration below...

Page 30: ...or wrong side out depending on the loop or ladder stitch you want to show along stitch placement lines 5 Position the fabric under the presser foot aligning the fold of the fabric 1 8 inch 3 5mm to t...

Page 31: ...allowance back against the fabric right side to create a fold about 1 4 from the top edge of the hem as shown fig A 3 Align the fold under the presser foot and stitch allowing the needle to catch only...

Page 32: ...n 5 Swing the subsidiary looper in place on the upper looper 6 Place Water Soluble Stabilizer on top of the fabric along the edge 7 Stitch along the edge of the fabric Fig A 8 When finished stitching...

Page 33: ...iary looper in place on the upper looper 6 Place the fabric pieces right sides together for the decorative ladder to be on the right side of the fabric This can also be done on the fold as well 7 Sew...

Page 34: ...om the eye of the upper looper Rotate it further to the right until it snaps back into place and out of the way 3 While holding the machine lock button down rotate the handwheel forward until the butt...

Page 35: ...sewing sheer fabrics that otherwise would require French seams Set the stitch length at 2 5 Then simply sew the seams aligning the fabric edges with the serger seam guide trimming away the excess sea...

Page 36: ...settings Replace the left needle and its corresponding thread if desired A frilly or lettuce edge can be created on most light and medium weight stretch fabrics and on bias edges of soft woven fabric...

Page 37: ...tch and finish the seam in one operation and then press the seams to one side fig A A 4 or 3 thread seam is strong yet it provides give or flexibility according to the needs of the fabric Place two la...

Page 38: ...use a large eye tapestry needle or double eye needle to weave the chain back into the stitching 4 Lock the beginning or end of a seam by serging over the previous stitches To lock the beginning of the...

Page 39: ...fabric to clear the stitch fingers 3 Turn the fabric over with the wrong side of the stitch facing up fig B and reposition it under the presser foot with the needle at the seam edge aligned with the...

Page 40: ...ig C Note A loose thread loop at the corner is caused by too much slack in the needle thread when clearing the stitch fingers Try again turning corners takes a little practice 1 Reinforce loosely wove...

Page 41: ...long serger presser foot holds the fabric more securely you may need to raise and lower the presser foot several times to mane uver around very tight curves The slot in the standard presser foot is de...

Page 42: ...de keeping in mind that the threads can vary from one manufacturer to another It is best to sew test for best results Specialty thread used in the needle can be threaded in the usual way The ease with...

Page 43: ...ig B set the looper threading port to U or L according to the looper that is being threaded 4 Thread specialty thread into the upper thread guides leaving an 18 inch 40cm tail above the threading port...

Page 44: ...he looper threading port to U or L according to the looper that is being threaded 4 Thread specialty thread into the upper thread guides leaving an 18 inch 40cm tail above the threading port 5 Place t...

Page 45: ...of tube extending from the threading mechanism fig B Leave the thread in the looper arm 5 Tie the specialty thread onto the regular thread with an over hand knot fig C Pull on the regular thread from...

Page 46: ...home d cor items Soft stretchy seams on lingerie swimwear active wear and for rolled edge stitch Decorative edges for clothing gift items home d cor etc Use in upper looper only When using decorative...

Page 47: ...fabrics edging of fine fabrics delicate rolled hems Decorative edging flatlocking rolled hem etc Lengthen stitch slightly Make sure to use a soft pliable monofilament thread Sew at a slower speed Not...

Page 48: ...ng lasting steel and does not require frequent replacement If necessary contact your nearest Baby Lock retailer for replacement of the blade The upper moving blade is made of a softer steel material a...

Page 49: ...presser foot 3 Select stitch length dial to rolled hem setting 4 Remove needles from needle clamp 5 Turn your handwheel until the upper looper is in the far right position 6 Remove the needle plate Re...

Page 50: ...er foot pressure right for the fabric 5 Is the correct needle being used for the particular stitch 6 Is the correct needle being used for the type of being sewn fabric 7 Is the fabric being pulled fro...

Page 51: ...the cutting blades been improperly replaced 5 Is the fabric being pulled from the rear of the machine while sewing 1 Always be aware of the needle s up and down movement and do not turn your attention...

Page 52: ...ead Rolled Edge 1 needle left or right 1 looper 2 Thread Flatlock wide and narrow 2 Thread Blanket Stitch 2 Thread Ladder Stitch Stitch Width Standard 2 3 4 thread with left needle 5 0 7 5mm Standard...

Page 53: ...category Make adjustments to the stitch length and width settings according to fabric weight and thread type Stitch Length Stitch Width Needle Stitch Selector Differential Feed Page 3 Thread Rolled ed...

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