Baby Lock Crafter's Choice BLCC2 Technical manual

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English
885-U21
XE0464-001
Printed in China

CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING
OUR MACHINE
Your machine is the most advanced computerized household sewing machine.
To fully enjoy all the features incorporated, we suggest that you study the manual.
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE
For safe operation
1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread take-
up lever, needle, or other moving parts.
2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:
• Operation is completed
• Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts
• A power failure occurs during use
• Maintaining the machine
• Leaving the machine unattended.
3. Do not store anything on the foot controller.
4. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.
For a longer service life
1. When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or
store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.
2. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.
3. Do not drop or hit the machine.
4. Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser
feet, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.
For repair or adjustment
In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in
the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists,
please consult your local authorized Baby Lock retailer.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.babylock.com

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Important Safety Instructions
Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.
This machine is intended for household use.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning,
when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the
machine unattended.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
2Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or
when making any adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual:
• To unplug the machine, switch the machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off, then grasp
the plug and pull it out of the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the cord.
• Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
•Always unplug your machine if the power is cut.
3Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or water is spilled on the unit. Return the machine to the nearest
authorized retailer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
While the machine is stored or in use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat,
discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine and immediately unplug the power cord.
4Always keep your work area clear:
• Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
•Do not store objects on the foot controller.
•Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
•Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine,
power cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.

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5Special care is required when sewing:
•Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.
• Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments
in the needle area.
•Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.
•Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand
stitching so that you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break.
6This machine is not a toy:
• Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.
• Do not use outdoors.
7For a longer service life:
• When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store
the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects.
• Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders
can damage the case and machine, and should never be used.
• Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,
needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.
8For repair or adjustment:
• If the Light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized retailer.
• In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table
in the back of the operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem
persists, please consult your local authorized Baby Lock retailer.
Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Use accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
Save these instructions.
The contents of this manual and specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
For additional product information, visit our web site at www.babylock.com

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions ..............................................................................................1
Contents ..............................................................................................................................3
Introduction ........................................................................................................................6
Sewing Machine Features ....................................................................................................6
Accessories ..........................................................................................................................7
Included accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Optional accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 8
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions .....................................................................9
Front view ......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Needle and presser foot section ...................................................................................................................... 10
Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................ 10
Operation buttons ........................................................................................................................................... 11
Operation panel .............................................................................................................................................. 12
GETTING READY ............................................................................................13
Turning the Machine On/Off .............................................................................................14
Power supply precautions ............................................................................................................................... 14
Turning on the machine .................................................................................................................................. 15
Turning off the machine .................................................................................................................................. 15
Winding/Installing the Bobbin ...........................................................................................16
Bobbin precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Winding the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Installing the bobbin ....................................................................................................................................... 20
Upper Threading ...............................................................................................................22
Threading the upper thread ............................................................................................................................. 22
Threading the needle ...................................................................................................................................... 25
Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) ................................................................ 26
Using the twin needle ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Pulling up the bobbin thread ........................................................................................................................... 29
Replacing the Needle ........................................................................................................30
Needle precautions ......................................................................................................................................... 30
Needle types and their uses ............................................................................................................................. 30
Checking the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 31
Replacing the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 32
Replacing the Presser Foot ................................................................................................33
Presser foot precautions .................................................................................................................................. 33
Replacing the presser foot ............................................................................................................................... 33
Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot ........................................................................................................ 34
Removing the presser foot holder .................................................................................................................... 35
Using the optional walking foot ...................................................................................................................... 35
Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces ....................................................................................37
Stitching cylindrical pieces .............................................................................................................................. 37
Sewing large pieces of fabric ........................................................................................................................... 37
SEWING BASICS .............................................................................................39
Sewing ...............................................................................................................................40
General sewing procedure .............................................................................................................................. 40
Positioning the fabric ...................................................................................................................................... 41
Starting to sew ................................................................................................................................................. 42
Securing the stitching ...................................................................................................................................... 44
Cutting the thread ........................................................................................................................................... 45
Adjusting the Thread Tension ............................................................................................ 46
Changing the tension of the upper thread ........................................................................................................ 46

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Adjusting the Stitch Width and Length ..............................................................................47
Adjusting the stitch width ................................................................................................................................ 47
Adjusting the stitch length ............................................................................................................................... 48
Useful Functions ................................................................................................................49
Changing the needle stop position .................................................................................................................. 49
Automatically sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches ....................................................................................... 49
Changing the initial needle stop position ......................................................................................................... 50
Useful Sewing Tips ............................................................................................................51
Trial sewing .................................................................................................................................................... 51
Changing the sewing direction ........................................................................................................................ 51
Sewing curves ................................................................................................................................................. 51
Sewing thick fabrics ........................................................................................................................................ 52
Sewing thin fabrics .......................................................................................................................................... 53
Sewing stretch fabrics ...................................................................................................................................... 53
Sewing an even seam allowance ..................................................................................................................... 53
UTILITY STITCHES ..........................................................................................55
Selecting Stitching .............................................................................................................56
Selecting stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 56
Overcasting Stitches ..........................................................................................................58
Sewing overcasting stitches using overcasting foot “G” ................................................................................... 58
Sewing overcasting stitches using zigzag foot “J” ............................................................................................. 59
Sewing overcasting stitches using the optional side cutter ............................................................................... 60
Basic Stitching ...................................................................................................................62
Basic stitching ................................................................................................................................................. 62
Blind Hem Stitching ..........................................................................................................63
Buttonhole Stitching/Button Sewing .................................................................................. 65
Buttonhole sewing .......................................................................................................................................... 66
Button sewing ................................................................................................................................................. 69
Zipper Insertion .................................................................................................................72
Inserting a centered zipper .............................................................................................................................. 72
Inserting a side zipper ..................................................................................................................................... 73
Sewing Stretch Fabrics and Elastic Tape ............................................................................76
Stretch stitching ............................................................................................................................................... 76
Elastic attaching .............................................................................................................................................. 76
Appliqué, Patchwork and Quilt Stitching ..........................................................................78
Appliqué stitching ........................................................................................................................................... 79
Patchwork (crazy quilt) stitching ..................................................................................................................... 80
Piecing ............................................................................................................................................................ 80
Quilting .......................................................................................................................................................... 81
Free-motion quilting ........................................................................................................................................ 82
Reinforcement Stitching .................................................................................................... 83
Triple stretch stitching ..................................................................................................................................... 83
Bar tack stitching ............................................................................................................................................. 83
Eyelet Stitching ..................................................................................................................85
Decorative Stitching ..........................................................................................................86
Fagoting .......................................................................................................................................................... 87
Scallop stitching .............................................................................................................................................. 88
Smocking ........................................................................................................................................................ 88
Joining ............................................................................................................................................................ 89
Heirloom stitching .......................................................................................................................................... 90

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APPENDIX .......................................................................................................93
Stitch Settings ....................................................................................................................94
Utility stitches ................................................................................................................................................. 94
Care and Maintenance ....................................................................................................100
Cleaning the machine surface ....................................................................................................................... 100
Cleaning the race .......................................................................................................................................... 100
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................102
Error messages .............................................................................................................................................. 105
Operation beep ............................................................................................................................................. 106
Index ...............................................................................................................................107

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this sewing machine.
Before using this sewing machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions” (page 1), and then study this
manual for the correct operation of the various functions.
In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future
reference.
Sewing Machine Features
1Easy upper threading
Since the spool can be installed at the front of the sewing machine, the upper thread can easily be threaded. In addition,
the needle can be threaded with a simple operation (page 22).
2One-touch lower threading
You can start sewing without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 20).
3Simple bobbin-winding
The bobbin can quickly and easily be wound with thread (page 16).
4Built-in stitches
You can select from the built-in stitches available, including utility stitches and decorative stitches (page 56).

Accessories 7
Accessories
After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged,
contact your retailer.
Included accessories
The following items should also be included in the box.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
10.* 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.
19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25.
26. 27.
* 75/11 2 needles
90/14 2 needles
90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored)
No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code
1 Buttonhole foot “A” XC2691-053 15 Screwdriver (small) X55468-051
2 Overcasting foot “G” XC3098-051 16 Spool cap (large) 130012-054
3 Monogramming foot “N” X53840-351 17 Spool cap (medium)(2) X55260-153
4 Zipper foot “I” X59370-051 18 Spool cap (small) 130013-154
5 Zigzag foot “J” (on machine) XC3021-051 19 Extra spool pin XC4654-051
6 Blind stitch foot “R” X56409-051 20 Spool net XA5523-050
7 Button fitting foot “M” 130489-001 21 Foot controller XC6651-151
8 Seam ripper X54243-051 22 Operation manual XE0464-001
9 Bobbin (4) X52800-150 23 Quick reference guide XE0465-001
10 Needle set X58358-051 24 Hard case XC9701-053
11 Twin needle X59296-151 25 Accessory bag XC4487-051
12 Cleaning brush X59476-051 26 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051
13 Eyelet punch 135793-001 27 Stitch pattern plate XE0543-001
14 Screwdriver (large) XC8349-051
Note
(For U.S.A. only)
●Foot controller: Model N5V
This foot controller can be used on this machine
model BLCC2.
●The screw for the presser foot holder is available
through your authorized retailer.
(Part code: XA4813-051)
●The organized accessory tray is available through
your authorized retailer.
(Part code: XC4489-051)

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■Attaching the stitch pattern plate
The stitch pattern plate shows the stitches and the stitch numbers. A letter (A, G, J, N or R) indicating the presser
foot that should be used appears below the stitch number. Attach the stitch pattern plate to the handle as shown
in the illustration below.
Optional accessories
The following are available as optional accessories.
Memo
●Visit your Baby Lock retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine.
1. 2. 3.
4. 5. 6. 7.
8. 9.10.11.
No. Part Name Part Code No. Part Name Part Code
1 Side cutter FA10 7 Non stick foot FA8
2 Quilting guide FA11 8 Open toe foot FA7
3 Extension table BLR-ET 9 Stitch guide foot “P” FA6
4 Walking foot BLG-WI 10 1/4 inch quilting foot FA1
5 Quilting foot FA2 11 1/4 inch quilting foot with
guide ESG-QGF
6 Adjustable zipper/piping foot FA9

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 9
Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions
The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the
sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts.
Front view
1Thread guide plate
Pass the thread under the thread guide plate.
2Thread guide cover
Pass the thread behind the thread guide cover when
threading the upper thread.
3Spool pin
Place a spool of thread on the spool pin.
4Bobbin winding thread guide and pretension disk
Pass the thread under this thread guide and around the
pretension disk when winding the bobbin thread.
5Top cover
Open the top cover to place the spool of thread on the
spool pin.
6Bobbin winder
Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin.
7Operation panel
Use for stitch selection and various stitch functions
(page 12).
8Operation buttons and sewing speed controller
Use these buttons and the slide to operate the sewing
machine (page 11).
9Flat bed attachment with accessory compartment
Store presser feet and bobbins in the accessory
compartment of the flat bed attachment. When sewing
cylindrical pieces, remove the flat bed attachment.
0Thread cutter
Pass the threads through the thread cutter to cut them.
ANeedle threader lever
Use the needle threader to thread the needle.
BThread take-up lever check window
Look through the window to check the position of the
take-up lever.
CThread tension dial
Use the thread tension dial to adjust the tension of the
upper thread.
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
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Needle and presser foot
section
1Buttonhole lever
The buttonhole lever is used with the one-step
buttonhole foot to create buttonholes.
2Thread guide disk
Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when
using the needle threader to thread the needle.
3Needle bar thread guide
Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread
guide.
4Needle plate
The needle plate is marked with guides to help sew
straight seams.
5Needle plate cover
Remove the needle plate cover to clean the bobbin case
and race.
6Bobbin cover
Open the bobbin cover to set the bobbin.
7Feed dogs
The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction.
8Presser foot
The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the
fabric as sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate
presser foot for the selected stitch.
9Presser foot holder
The presser foot is attached onto the presser foot holder.
Right-side/rear view
1Presser foot dial
Use the presser foot dial to adjust the amount of
pressure that the presser foot applies to the fabric.
2Handle
Carry the sewing machine by its handle when
transporting the machine.
3Handwheel
Turn the handwheel toward you to raise and lower the
needle. The handwheel should be turned towards you
(counterclockwise).
4Air vent
The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to
circulate. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing
machine is being used.
5Main power switch
Use the main power switch to turn the sewing machine
ON and OFF.
6Foot controller jack
Insert the plug on the end of the foot controller cable
into the foot controller jack.
7Power supply jack
Insert the plug on the power cord into the power supply
jack.
8Feed dog position switch
Use the feed dog position switch to lower the feed dogs.
9Presser foot lever
Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower
the presser foot.
Memo
●Refer to pages 9 through 12 while you are
learning to use your machine.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 11
Operation buttons
The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations.
1“Start/Stop” button /
Press the “Start/Stop” button to start or stop sewing. The
machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of
sewing while the button is depressed. When sewing is
stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. For details,
refer to “Starting to sew” (page 42).
The button lights up in green, red or orange, depending
on how the sewing machine is being operated.
Green: When the machine is ready to start
sewing or while it is sewing
Red: When the machine is not ready to start
sewing
Orange: When the bobbin winder shaft is moved
to the right for winding the bobbin
thread onto the bobbin
2“Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button
Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew
reverse stitches or reinforcement stitches. Reverse
stitches are sewn by keeping the button pressed down to
sew in the opposite direction. Reinforcement stitches
are sewn by sewing 3 to 5 stitches on top of each other.
For details, refer to “Securing the stitching” (page 44).
3“Needle Position” button
Press the “Needle Position” button to raise or lower the
needle. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch.
4Sewing speed controller
Slide the sewing speed controller to adjust the sewing
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Operation panel
The operation panel, located on the front at the right of the sewing machine, consists of various buttons and
sliders for specifying how the stitch will be sewn.
1Stitch width adjustment slider / 2Stitch width adjustment button
These are used to adjust the width of the stitch or the needle position. After pressing the stitch width adjustment button, use
the stitch width adjustment slider to adjust the stitch width.
3Stitch length adjustment slider / 4Stitch length adjustment button
These are used to adjust the length of the stitch. After pressing the stitch length adjustment button, use the stitch length
adjustment slider to adjust the stitch length.
5Needle mode selection key (single/twin)
Press the needle mode selection key to select the twin needle sewing setting. Each time this key is pressed, the setting
switches between that for single needle sewing and for twin needle sewing.
6Needle stop position key
This is used to change the position of the needle when the sewing machine is stopped. If the key is lit, the sewing machine
will stop with the needle raised. If the key is not lit, the sewing machine will stop with the needle lowered.
7Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key
Press the automatic reverse/reinforcement stitch key to automatically sew reverse or reinforcement stitches at the
beginning and end of stitching.
8Stitch selection key
Press the stitch selection key to select the number for the stitch that you wish to use. 80 stitches are available. For details,
refer to “Selecting Stitching” (page 56).
9Stitch indicator
This displays the number, width and length of the currently selected stitch. Press the stitch number display key (0), stitch
width display key (A) or the stitch length display key (B) to display the corresponding information. In addition, error
messages for incorrect operation appear in the stitch indicator.
0Stitch number display key
Press the stitch number display key to display the number of the currently selected stitch. When the stitch number is
displayed, the stitch number display key lights up.
AStitch width display key
Press the stitch width display key to display the width of the currently selected stitch. When the stitch width is displayed,
the stitch width display key lights up.
BStitch length display key
Press the stitch length display key to display the length of the currently selected stitch. When the stitch length is displayed,
the stitch length display key lights up.
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2
5
6
7
8
9
A
B

1GETTING READY
The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................14
Power supply precautions ..................................................................................14
Turning on the machine .....................................................................................15
Turning off the machine.....................................................................................15
Winding/Installing the Bobbin ................................................................................16
Bobbin precautions ............................................................................................16
Winding the bobbin ...........................................................................................16
Installing the bobbin ..........................................................................................20
Upper Threading .....................................................................................................22
Threading the upper thread................................................................................22
Threading the needle..........................................................................................25
Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader)..................26
Using the twin needle ........................................................................................27
Pulling up the bobbin thread..............................................................................29
Replacing the Needle ..............................................................................................30
Needle precautions ............................................................................................30
Needle types and their uses................................................................................30
Checking the needle...........................................................................................31
Replacing the needle..........................................................................................32
Replacing the Presser Foot ......................................................................................33
Presser foot precautions.....................................................................................33
Replacing the presser foot..................................................................................33
Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot ..........................................................34
Removing the presser foot holder ......................................................................35
Using the optional walking foot .........................................................................35
Sewing Cylindrical or Large Pieces..........................................................................37
Stitching cylindrical pieces.................................................................................37
Sewing large pieces of fabric..............................................................................37

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Turning the Machine On/Off
This section explains how to turn the sewing machine on and off.
Power supply precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply.
●Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources may
result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine.
• Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet
and the power supply jack on the machine.
• Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.
●Turn off the main power and remove the plug in the following circumstances:
• When you are away from the machine
• After using the machine
• When the power fails during use
• When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection
• During electrical storms
●Use only the power cord included with this machine.
●Do not use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other appliances plugged in to
them. Fire or electric shock may result.
●Do not touch the plug with wet hands. Electric shock may result.
●When unplugging the machine, always turn off the main power first. Always grasp the plug to
remove it from the outlet. Pulling on the cord may damage the cord, or lead to fire or electric
shock.
●Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted,
or bundled. Do not place heavy objects on the cord. Do not subject the cord to heat. These
things may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged,
take the machine to your authorized retailer for repairs before continuing use.
●Unplug the power cord if the machine is not to be used for a long period of time. Otherwise a
fire may result.
WARNING
CAUTION

Turning the Machine On/Off 15
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Turning on the machine
1Make sure that the sewing machine is turned
off (the main power switch is set to “O”), and
then plug the power cord into the power
supply jack on the right side of the machine.
2Insert the plug of the power cord into a
household electrical outlet.
1Power supply jack
3Press the right side of the main power switch
on the right side of the machine (set it to “|”).
XThe sewing lamp comes on when the
machine is turned on.
Turning off the machine
When you are finished using the sewing machine,
turn it off. In addition, before transporting the sewing
machine to another location, be sure to turn it off.
1Make sure that the machine is not sewing.
2Press the left side of the main power switch on
the right side of the machine (set it to “{”).
XThe sewing lamp goes off when the
machine is turned off.
3Unplug the power cord from the electrical
outlet.
Grasp the plug when unplugging the power
cord.
4Unplug the power cord from the power
supply jack.
Note
●If a power outage occurs while the sewing
machine is being operated, turn off the
sewing machine and unplug the power
cord. When restarting the sewing machine,
follow the necessary procedure to correctly
operate the machine.
(For U.S.A. only)
●This appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended
to fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact
a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.
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Winding/Installing the Bobbin
This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.
Bobbin precautions
Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin.
Winding the bobbin
Wind the thread around the bobbin to prepare the bobbin thread.
1Bobbin winder
Memo
●The order that the machine should be threaded for winding the bobbin is indicated by a broken line on
the sewing machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.
●Only use the bobbin (part code: X52800-150) designed specifically for this sewing machine.
Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine.
●The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. If bobbins from other
models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use only the included bobbin or
bobbins of the same type (part code: X52800-150).
CAUTION
Actual size
This model Other model
11.5 mm
(7/16 inch)
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Winding/Installing the Bobbin 17
1
1Turn on the sewing machine.
2Open the top cover.
3Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft
so that the spring on the shaft fits into the
notch in the bobbin.
Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into
place.
1Notch
2Bobbin winder shaft spring
4Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of the
arrow until it snaps into place.
• / (“Start/Stop” button) lights up in
orange.
5Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the
spool pin.
1Spool pin
2Spool cap
6Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto
the spool pin.
Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is
horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front
at the bottom.
• If the spool is not positioned so that the
thread unwinds correctly, the thread may
become tangled around the spool pin.
7Slide 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.
2
1
1
2
●If the spool or the spool cap is not
positioned correctly, the thread may
become tangled around the spool pin and
the needle may break.
●Three spool cap sizes are available (large,
medium and small), allowing you to
choose a spool cap that best fits the size
of spool being used. If the spool cap is
too small for the spool being used, the
thread may catch on the slit in the spool
and the needle may break.
CAUTION

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Memo
●When sewing with fine, cross-wound
thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a
small space between the cap and the spool.
1Spool cap (small)
2Spool (cross-wound thread)
3Space
●When using thread that winds off quickly,
such as transparent nylon thread or metallic
thread, place the spool net over the spool
before placing the spool of thread onto the
spool pin.
If the spool net is too long, fold it to fit the
size of the spool.
When the spool net is used, the tension of
the upper thread will slightly increase. Be
sure to check the thread tension. For details,
refer to “Changing the tension of the upper
thread” (page 46).
1Spool net
2Spool
3Spool cap
4Spool pin
8While holding the thread near the spool with
your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with
your left hand, and then pass the thread
behind the thread guide cover and to the front.
1Thread guide cover
9Pass the thread under the thread guide plate
from the right.
1Thread guide plate
0Pass the thread under the hook on the thread
guide, and then wind it counterclockwise
under the pretension disk.
1Thread guide and pretension disk
Note
●Make sure that the thread passes under the
pretension disk.
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