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Model BL450A

Introducing Lauren, the easy-to-use serger from the Baby Lock A-Line series of sewing 
machines. Lauren loves to give projects a finished look with reinforced stitches and
decorative edging. Practical and steady, Lauren will make sure every thread stays in place 
with a professional look.
 
This Getting to Know You Guide will take you through a simple, step-by-step process on how 
to thread your serger and set tension dials for balanced stitches. Once you’re familiar with 
your machine, refer to the instruction and reference guide (packaged with your machine) for 
additional directions.
 
Like all machines in the A-Line Series, Lauren has the features and the durability to handle all 
of your projects – you can always count on her to be there for you. Be sure to ask your Baby 
Lock Retailer about Lauren’s friends in the A-Line Series, like Audrey, Natalie and Grace. 
From classic tailored looks to modern-day fashions, the machines in the A-Line Series will 
help you sew and serge with success – all with the quality you’ve come to expect from 
Baby Lock.

Summary of Contents for A-LINE Lauren BL450A

Page 1: ...Model BL450A Getting to Know A LINE SERIES Baby Lock Consumer Helpline 800 313 4110 www babylock com...

Page 2: ...dials for balanced stitches Once you re familiar with your machine refer to the instruction and reference guide packaged with your machine for additional directions Like all machines in the A Line Se...

Page 3: ...fact there are two methods for threading your serger Tying on DQG 0DQXDO 7 LQJ RQ LV FHUWDLQO WKH TXLFNHVW WKUHDGLQJ method but manual threading is almost as quick It s a good idea to practice thread...

Page 4: ...ad straight down through the slot so that it passes between the tension discs Give the thread a tug to be sure it is secure between the tension discs RRN WKUHDG IURP WKH OHIW VLGH RRN WKUHDG IURP WKH...

Page 5: ...HDG toward the left G Turn handwheel toward you until the lower looper is in extreme left side position Pass thread through hole using the tweezers 7XUQ KDQGZKHHO XQWLO WKH ORZHU ORRSHU LV LQ H WUHPH...

Page 6: ...G SXOO WKUHDG XS I RRN LQWR JXLGH E VOLGLQJ WKUHDG DFURVV WRS DQG GRZQ g Position thread into right side opening of guide h Pass thread behind right side of guide plate i Use the tweezers to thread th...

Page 7: ...hread up RRN LQWR JXLGH E VOLGLQJ WKUHDG across top and down F Position thread into left side opening of guide G Pass thread under left side of guide plate 8VH WKH WZHH HUV WR WKUHDG WKH OHIW QHHGOH H...

Page 8: ...and lower looper thread knots come through the eyes of the upper and lower loopers 5 Stop the machine and cut needle threads above the eyes of the needles 6 Rethread eyes of needles manually 7 Return...

Page 9: ...hand and start serging 1 When the needle reaches the end of the fabric seam chain off by running the machine until the thread chain is about 2 3 long 2 Stop the machine and cut the thread chain Diagr...

Page 10: ...SSHU ORRSHU WKUHDG SXOOV WRZDUG WKH underside of the fabric OR if the fabric edge curls under the lower looper tension is too tight and the upper looper tension is too loose Diagrams C 3 and C 4 27 OR...

Page 11: ...RI EOXH IRU WKH outside base 7ZR SLHFHV RI JROG IRU WKH outside base center strips RXU SLHFHV RI JUHHQ IRU WKH outside base 2 Thread the serger for a four thread stitch with the woolly nylon extra th...

Page 12: ...er corner on the opposite side This will give the bag a flat bottom 13 Repeat this step for the outside bag bottom corners 14 With right sides together serge each strap piece lengthwise 15 Turn the st...

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