Baby Lock evolve BLE8W Technical manual

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"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS"
When using overlock machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed,
including the following.
Read all instructions before using this overlock machine.
DANGER- To reduce the risk of electric shock.
1. The overlock machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this overlock
machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
2. Always unplug before replacing light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 watts/110 volts in
110V/120V area. (15 watts 230 volts in 220V/240V area.)
WARNING- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the sewing machine is used by or
near children.
2. Use this overlock machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this overlock machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the overlock machine to the nearest authorized
dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4.Neveroperatetheoverlockmachinewithanyairopeningsblocked.Keepventilationopeningsoftheover-
lock machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Never drop 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 to the symbol "O" position which represents off, then remove plug
from outlet.
9. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the overlock machine needle.
11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.
12. Do not use bent needles.
13. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle(s) causing it to break.
14. Switch the overlock machine to the symbol "O" position when making any adjustments in the needle area,
such as threading needle, changing needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot, and the like.
15.Always unplug the overlock machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when
making any of the user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
16. Keep fingers away from moving parts, especially the area near the blades.
17. Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance
with relevant National legislation relating to electrical / electronic products. If in
doubt please contact your retailer for guidance.
18. The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
19. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
"SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS"
"This overlock machine is intended for household use."
European
Union only
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Welcome to the Baby Lock evolve
Your Baby Lock evolve provides chain stitching, cover stitching, and overlocking. The Baby Lock evolve has an
exclusive "Thread Delivery System" that eliminates confusing tension adjustments. The evolve enables you to
accomplish a perfect stitch with any type of thread on any type of fabric. You no longer need to guess at the
correct tension adjustments.
Your Baby Lock evolve is a high-quality, dependable machine. It gives you the ability to seam, overcast and
trim all in one operation. Fabrics and threads you previously avoided are now a joy to sew because the Baby
Lock evolve handles all varieties with equal ease. With the Baby Lock evolve your creative options are endless
and your time spent serging is more fulfilling and rewarding. With the "Instant Jet-Air Threading", even thread-
ing the evolve is a breeze.
With proper care and maintenance, your Baby Lock evolve promises years of high-quality, dependable per-
formance and sewing pleasure. Keep this instruction manual as a step-by-step guide to become familiar with
your Baby Lock evolve and expand your sewing horizons.
For additional product information and updates, visit our website at www. babylock. com.
Happy Sewing!
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Table of Contents
OVERVIEW...................................................................................................................... 4
How Your Machine Operates.................................................................................. 4
Overview of the evolve ........................................................................................... 5
Accessories ............................................................................................................ 6
Needles .................................................................................................................. 7
Thread .................................................................................................................... 7
Optional Accessories.............................................................................................. 7
Setting Up Your evolve ........................................................................................ 8/9
Cutting Blade Lock Switch.................................................................................... 10
Cutting Blade Cover and Sewing Table................................................................ 10
Upper Looper Positioning Lever........................................................................... 10
Thread Cutter........................................................................................................ 11
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment....................................................................... 11
Snap-on Presser Foot........................................................................................... 11
Stitch Length / Rolled Hem................................................................................... 12
Stitch Width........................................................................................................... 12
Differential Feed ................................................................................................... 13
Overlock Thread Delivery System........................................................................ 14
Stitch Selector Lever............................................................................................. 14
Wave Selector Lever ............................................................................................ 14
Side Cover............................................................................................................ 14
Chain/Cover Stitch Tension Dials ......................................................................... 15
Needle Tension Dial.............................................................................................. 15
Chain Looper Tension Dial.................................................................................... 15
2-Thread Subsidiary Looper................................................................................. 16
Upper and Lower Looper Thread Fine-Tuning Screw .......................................... 16
Notes .................................................................................................................... 17
THREADING.................................................................................................................. 18
Threading Preparation.......................................................................................... 18
Threading Your evolve.......................................................................................... 19
Locked Position for Threading.............................................................................. 19
Thread Stand and Thread Port Reference Chart.................................................. 19
Lower Looper........................................................................................................ 20
Upper Looper........................................................................................................ 20
Chain Looper........................................................................................................ 21
Chain/Cover Needles ........................................................................................... 22
Left Chain/Cover Needle - C-1 ............................................................... 22
Center Chain/Cover Needle - C-2 .......................................................... 22
Right Chain/Cover Needle - C-3............................................................. 22
Overlock Needles ................................................................................................. 23
Left Overlock Needle - O-1..................................................................... 23
Right Overlock Needle - O-2 .................................................................. 23
How to Use the Needle Threader......................................................................... 24
Front Cover Seam Guide...................................................................................... 24
Start to Sew.......................................................................................................... 25
To Chain-Off of the Fabric..................................................................................... 25
Clearing the Stitch Width Fingers......................................................................... 26
Re-threading Loopers........................................................................................... 26
OVERLOCK STITCHES - Express Stitches................................................................ 27
4-Thread Overedging ........................................................................................... 27
Overlock Seam..................................................................................................... 27
4-Thread Overlock................................................................................................ 28
3-Thread Overlock - Wide .................................................................................... 29
3-Thread Overlock - Narrow................................................................................. 30
3-Thread Overlock - Narrow Hemming................................................................. 31
Rolled Edging ....................................................................................................... 32
3-Thread Rolled Edge .......................................................................................... 32
Seaming Sheers................................................................................................... 33
Lettuce Edge ........................................................................................................ 33
Belt Loops and Button Loops................................................................................ 33
Returning to Standard Serging............................................................................. 33
3-Thread Flatlock - Narrow................................................................................... 34
2-Thread Overlock................................................................................................ 35
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Table of Contents (Cont.)
Converting from 3-thread to 2-thread overlock..................................................... 35
2-Thread Flatlock - Wide ...................................................................................... 36
2-Thread Flatlock - Narrow................................................................................... 37
Blanket Stitch - Decorative Stitch.......................................................................... 38
Ladder Stitch - Decorative Stitch .......................................................................... 39
Wave Stitch........................................................................................................... 40
Converting from Normal Serging to Wave............................................................ 40
3-thread Wave Stitch ............................................................................................ 41
3-thread Rolled Wave Stitch................................................................................. 42
3-thread Reversed Wave Stitch............................................................................ 43
CHAIN/COVER STITCH - Express Stitches................................................................ 44
Chain Stitching................................................................................................. 44/45
Chain Stitch - TensionAdjustment......................................................... 45
Cover Stitch - Right Narrow - 3mm................................................................. 46/47
Cover Stitch Tension Adjustment............................................................ 47
Cover Stitch - Left Narrow - 3mm.................................................................... 48/49
Cover Stitch Tension Adjustment............................................................ 49
Cover Stitch - Wide - 6mm............................................................................... 50/51
Cover Stitch Tension Adjustment............................................................ 51
Triple Cover Stitch - 6mm................................................................................ 52/53
Triple Cover Stitch Tension Adjustment .................................................. 53
COMBINATION STITCH - Expressive Stitches........................................................... 54
4-Thread Safety Stitch..................................................................................... 54/55
5-Thread Safety Stitch..................................................................................... 56/57
7-Thread Wave Stitch...................................................................................... 58/59
7-Thread Reversed Wave Stitch...................................................................... 60/61
8-Thread Stitch ................................................................................................ 62/63
Expressive Stiches: Chain/Cover Stitches combined with Overlock Stitches........64
Expressive Combinations................................................................................ 64/65
TECHNIQUES................................................................................................................ 66
Turning Corners - Chain Stitch ............................................................................. 66
Turning Corners - Cover Stitch............................................................................. 66
Turning Outside Corners - Overlock..................................................................... 67
Turning Inside Corners - Overlock........................................................................ 67
Flat Hemming - Cover Stitch................................................................................. 68
Hemming in the Round - Cover Stitch.................................................................. 68
Blind Hemming - Overlock.................................................................................... 69
Sewing Curves - Overlock.................................................................................... 69
Inserting Tapes - Overlock.................................................................................... 70
Inserting Tapes - Cover Stitch............................................................................... 70
Flatlock "Decorative" - Overlock........................................................................... 71
Securing Ends - Overlock................................................................................ 72/73
Securing Chain and Cover Stitching..................................................................... 74
Notes .................................................................................................................... 75
SPECIALTY THREADS................................................................................................. 76
Using Specialty Threads....................................................................................... 76
Light-weight Threads................................................................................... 76
Medium-weight Threads.............................................................................. 76
Heavy-weight Threads................................................................................ 76
Bypassing the Threading Port .............................................................................. 77
Looper Threading Tool.......................................................................................... 78
Thread Cradle for Loopers ................................................................................... 79
Specialty Thread Guide Chart ......................................................................... 80/81
MAINTENANCE............................................................................................................. 82
Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 82/83
Replacing Needles ............................................................................................... 84
Replacing Cutting Blades ..................................................................................... 85
Replacing Light Bulb............................................................................................. 85
Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 86
TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................................ 87
Technical data....................................................................................................... 87
STITCH SELECTION CHART....................................................................................... 88
Chart for Stitch Selection Setting for Chain/Cover and Combination Stitches. 88/89
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