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Troubleshooting (cont.)

Fabric will not feed
through the machine:

1. Is the feed dog free of lint?
2. Is the presser foot pressure dial set right for the

fabric type?

3. Is the needle plate secure on the machine?
4. Is the presser foot height adjustment dial set cor-

rectly for fabric type?

5. The stitch length and/or stitch spacing is not set

correctly for fabric type.

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Stitch is unbalanced:

1. Is the bobbin thread tension adjusted properly for

thread weight?

2. Is the bobbin case threaded properly?
3. Is the bobbin case loaded properly?
4. Is the needle bent, broke, and/or worn?
5. Thread is knotted, tangled or of poor quality.
6. Spool cap is not properly attached and/or the cor-

rect size for thread spool.

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Cause

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Bobbin Case Thread Jam

In the event thread would get jammed inside the bobbin case during sewing follow steps below
to clear machine:

1. Cut thread(s) close to fabric in order to clear the needle. This will help prevent possible

damage to the needle and/or latch wire.

2. Gently remove the fabric from under the presser foot.

3. Press positioning button to set machine to the loading position and open side cover.

4. Remove bobbin case with bobbin from machine. If necessary, carefully cut any threads that

may prevent you from removing bobbin case. Then refer to Cleaning the Shuttle Hook
(page 36) to clean any loose threads from shuttle area.

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Page 2: ... 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 admin istered 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...

Page 3: ...n manual when replacing or installing any assemblies the latch wire 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 guide in the back of this operation manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself If the problem persists please consult your local authorized Baby Lock reta...

Page 4: ... Loading Position 18 Inserting the Bobbin 18 Bobbin Tension Adjustment 19 Removing the Bobbin 20 Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread 21 Beginning a Stitch 22 Ending a Stitch 23 BASIC SASHIKO TECHNIQUES Securing Stitches 24 Straight Sewing 25 Curved Sewing 26 Pivot Sewing 27 28 Sewing Bulky Seams 29 Moving Within Designs 29 Traditional Sashiko Designs 30 31 USEFUL SEWING INFORMATION Quilting Guide 32 Need...

Page 5: ...ration of the various parts At the present time do not worry about placing fabric under the press er foot It will not hurt your machine to stitch without fabric while it is unthreaded Due to the unique function of the Sashiko allow yourself to become familiar with the operation of the machine This will enable you to become more proficient in its use Important Notice 1 The Baby Lock Sashiko stitchi...

Page 6: ...Instruction and Reference Guide 1 Packing box 2 Quick Reference Guide 1 Packing box 3 Power cord 1 Packing box 4 Foot control 1 Packing box 5 Needles 3 Accessory compartment 6 Latch wires 3 Accessory compartment 7 Screwdriver small 1 Accessory compartment 8 Screwdriver large 1 Accessory compartment 9 Tweezers 1 Accessory compartment 10 Bobbins 3 Accessory compartment 11 Spool caps small medium lar...

Page 7: ...f printing Please be aware that some specifications may change without notice Organ QKx1 Size 18 Needles 2 Q0 84007A DD BLQK N Latch Wire Q0 84008A DD BLQK LW Double Fold Bias Binder 1 1 8 28mm B0421S03A E BLE8 S3 Double Fold Bias Binder 1 3 8 36mm B0421S02A E BLE8 S2 Plain Hemmer 1 4 7 5mm B0421S07A E BLE8 S7 Plain Hemmer 1 2 13mm B0421S06A E BLE8 S6 Single Downturn Feller 1 4 7 5mm B0421S10A E B...

Page 8: ...ide for bobbin winding 28 Main power switch 10 Presser foot height adjustment dial 29 Foot control jack 11 LED for needle up position 30 Bobbin winder shaft 12 LED for needle down position 31 Spool pin 13 LED for bobbin loading needle changing 32 Handle or latch wire changing position 33 Bobbin winder balance adjusting screw 14 Side cover 34 Bobbin winder adjustable thread guide 15 Thread cutter h...

Page 9: ...ermined by the amount of the pressure applied to the foot control Do not place anything on the foot control or the machine could inadvertently start and the foot control or motor could burn out This machine uses foot control model YC 485EC CAUTION Never leave machine unattended when plugged in Always unplug this machine from the electrical wall outlet immediately after using and before maintenance...

Page 10: ... the power cord from the power cord receptacle O V E V I E W 9 Turn Machine On Off The latch wire is located in the front of the needle which slides in the needle groove in order to open and close the eye of the needle The latch wire plays an important role for creating the stitches In case of skip stitches or fabric damage change to a new latch wire part BLQK LW Latch Wire Your Baby Lock Sashiko ...

Page 11: ...e can result in frequent fraying breaking and unbalanced stitches IMPORTANT NOTE For maximum performance of the Baby Lock Sashiko it is recommended to use 100 long staple polyester thread within the range of 30 to 100 weight Wooly nylon monofila ment or threads that can be easily snagged are not recommended for this machine Stretchable fabrics including knit fabrics are not recommended for the Bab...

Page 12: ...of pressure The standard pressure setting is 5 The presser foot height adjustment dial actually has two functions straight sewing or curved sewing This dial is locat ed on the left side of the machine The straight sewing position is for straight sewing only The presser foot lies on top of the fabric and the feed dog pulls the fabric through much like a standard sewing machine See page 25 The curve...

Page 13: ...ctual stitches Slide the stitch length lever and the stitch spacing lever up or down to your desired setting by align ing the lever s pointed extension with the markings indicated on the machine The levers do not have to be set at identical settings Stitch spacing lever Stitch length lever For example If you prefer a long stitch length for the actual stitch on the top of the fabric and a short spa...

Page 14: ...r s pointed extension with the marking indicated on the machine The length is adjusted only for the stitch sewn on the top of the fabric NOTE The markings between each of the numbers 2 through 5 are half settings such as 2 5 3 5 etc 5 4 3 2 3 2 Stitch Spacing Setting at 3 Stitch Length Setting 2 3 4 5 Top Fabric Stitch Length ...

Page 15: ...ointed extension with the marking indicated on the machine The spacing is adjusted only for the distance between the actual stitches sewn on the top of the fabric REMINDER The markings between each of the numbers 2 through 5 are half settings such as 2 5 3 5 etc Stitch Length Setting at 3 Stitch Spacing Setting Top Fabric 2 3 4 5 Stitch Spacing ...

Page 16: ...annot be selected by pressing the positioning button only by pressing the foot control when the needle is set in the down position LED Lights The blue LED light indicates a space and stitch will form every time the foot control is pressed The green LED light indicates that the next time the needle penetrates the fabric there will be an actual stitch formed The orange LED light indicates that the n...

Page 17: ...ch If the needle positioning button is pressed when the color of the LED light is orange the hand wheel will rotate a half turn creating a space Loading Position press and hold the positioning button for approximately 2 seconds The color of the bottom LED light is yellow This function is used for inserting and removing bobbin case changing the latch wire and changing the needle For detailed instru...

Page 18: ... bobbin winder lever Fig E Press the foot control to wind bobbin Fig F After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin and then continue with bobbin winding NOTE When winding the bobbin the desired speed can be set with the foot control Press on the foot control slowly until you have reached your desired speed Maintain the speed for at least 3 to ...

Page 19: ...guides of the bobbin case with the groove yellow dot marking of the shuttle race Insert the bobbin case fully into the shuttle race and release the latch Fig E A B C D E Yellow Mark Inserting the Bobbin Press and hold the positioning button for approximately 2 sec onds and the machine will automatically move to the loading position The yellow LED light will now be lit The loading position will adj...

Page 20: ...e puckers on the underside or topside of the fabric Turn the bobbin tension adjusting screw of the bobbin case counterclockwise to loosen the bobbin thread or turn the screw clockwise to tighten Slightly turn the bobbin tension adjusting screw and then test sew a stitch sample to check the stitches Make sure to use the same type of thread and fabric as the actual item being sewn If not satisfied t...

Page 21: ...e positioning button for approximately 2 seconds to set the machine to the bobbin loading position Fig A 2 Open the side cover of the machine 3 Grasp the bobbin case by the hinged latch Fig B 4 Remove the bobbin case with the bobbin from the machine Fig C 5 To remove the bobbin from the bobbin case release the hinged latch of the bobbin case Fig D REMINDER Stitching will not unravel when the threa...

Page 22: ... plate Fig C 5 Grasp and hold the thread tautly with the left hand turn the handwheel towards you counterclockwise until the lower thread take up lever catches the thread Fig D 6 While still holding the thread taut use the right hand to close the side cover Draw the thread into the slot of the thread cutter holder located on the side cover If necessary cut excess thread Fig E NOTE Bobbin thread wi...

Page 23: ...peed for the first few stitches by slowly pressing on the foot control The Sashiko will sew one stitch on the top of the fabric after pressing the foot control twice when the needle is set in the down position When the needle is set in the up position a space and actual stitch will be made when the foot control is pressed once ATTENTION Thread needs to be held in place by the thread cutter holder ...

Page 24: ...and pull the fabric and thread straight back behind the needle bar Fig B 4 Guide the thread into the thread cutter holder and then gently pull the thread to cut The end of thread will remain in the thread cutter holder Fig C NOTE When the machine is stopped and the green LED light is lit the machine will complete the cycle by taking a stitch when the positioning button is pressed to raise the need...

Page 25: ...al recommend ed techniques 1 Use of a hand sewing needle thread needle with end of thread to be secured insert needle into fabric and pull to the fabric backside make several small stitches and cut Fig A 2 Pull end of thread to fabric backside make loop to form a knot and cut Fig B 3 Using fabric adhesive on the fabric backside place a drop on the stitch to be secured and let dry Fig C NOTE Do not...

Page 26: ...ss er foot lever Be careful when positioning the fabric so the thread is not pulled out of the thread cutter holder Press the foot control slightly for the first few stitches then gradually increase the sewing speed if preferred REMINDER While the needle is set in the up position a space and actual stitch can be made by pressing the foot control one time The foot control will need to be pressed tw...

Page 27: ...ic under the presser foot and lower the press er foot lever Be careful when positioning the fabric so the thread is not pulled out of the thread cutter holder Press the foot control slightly for the first few stitches then gradually increase the sewing speed if preferred The number range of your setting will depend on the thick ness of your fabric You will want to set your machine so your fabric c...

Page 28: ...when straight sewing 1 Press the positioning button to set the needle in the down position Fig A 2 Stop the machine when you reach a corner or a section of your design where you would like to pivot the fabric Fig B 3 Raise the presser foot and carefully pivot the fabric Fig C NOTE When necessary use the needle plate markings quilting guide or presser foot as your guide for aligning fabric 4 Lower ...

Page 29: ...edle penetrates the fabric the presser foot will be slightly raised Fig C 4 Stop the machine when you reach a corner or a section of your design where you would like to pivot the fabric Fig D 5 Pivot the fabric and continue curved sewing Fig E NOTE The needle will always stop in the down position when the green or orange LED light is lit REMINDER When the green LED light is lit the next time the n...

Page 30: ...he presser foot so it is in a level position Push in the black button and hold while lowering the presser foot Continue sewing Fig C D The black button releases automatically after sewing a few stitches A B C D Moving from one stitch location to another within a design pattern is a simple process In some cases may be completed without cutting the thread 1 Press the positioning button and set the n...

Page 31: ...B A S I C S A S H I K O T E C H N I Q U E S 30 Traditional Sashiko Designs ...

Page 32: ...B A S I C S A S H I K O T E C H N I Q U E S 31 Traditional Sashiko Designs ...

Page 33: ...into the right side of the hole opening Adjust the quilt guide to the width from the needle that you desire and then finger tighten the screw Needle Plate Scale Using the needle plate scale will allow ease of maintaining an equal sewing distance from the needle to the fabric edge The front section of the needle plate indicates the distance in inches and the rear section is in millimeters Millimete...

Page 34: ...own turn the lever 90 degrees towards you and release Lever will remain in the down position Fig C 4 While holding needle with tweezers loosen the nee dle clamp screw and remove needle Fig D 5 With the flat side of the new needle facing the right side of needle clamp insert the needle into the open ing as far up as it will go Securely tighten the nee dle clamp screw Fig E 6 Restore the latch wire ...

Page 35: ...ight down turn the lever 90 degrees towards you and release Lever will remain in the down position Fig C 4 With screwdriver loosen the latch wire screw by turning it counterclockwise then slide the latch wire toward the left to remove Fig D 5 Slide the new latch wire onto latch wire screw until the opening is completely against the screw Securely tighten the latch wire screw Fig E 6 Restore the la...

Page 36: ...4 Remove the two screws holding the needle plate by turning them counterclockwise with screwdriv er Lift and remove needle plate Fig B 5 Clean the feed dog area thoroughly with lint brush Use your tweezers to remove any threads that may be caught in the feed dog teeth Fig C 6 Reposition the needle plate and tighten screws snugly Be sure the needle enters the center of the needle plate opening othe...

Page 37: ...Baby Lock retailer will check when you take your machine in for its regular scheduled maintenance 1 Remove the bobbin case from the shuttle race pin and flip the shuttle race clasps toward the outside edges of the shuttle race ring Fig A 2 Remove the shuttle race ring and shuttle race Fig B 3 Using the lint brush thoroughly clean around the inside of the shuttle driver Fig C 4 Replace shuttle race...

Page 38: ...nd the presser foot is set in the down position and then the machine is turned on NOTE If none of the LED lights are lit check to make sure the bobbin winder shaft has not been accidentally engaged The Sashiko machine is equipped with a stop machine safety system When the system is activated by any of the following conditions the orange LED light will flash on and off and the machine will not oper...

Page 39: ...using the correct thread weight for machine 7 Is the needle being used the Organ QKx1system 8 Is the latch wire bent broke and or worn 9 Is the latch wire in the center channel of needle 10 Is the shuttle hook free of lint and bits of thread 11 Spool cap is not properly attached and or the correct size for thread spool 18 18 33 10 10 9 34 37 11 17 Skipped stitches 1 Is the needle bent broke and or...

Page 40: ...5 Thread is knotted tangled or of poor quality 6 Spool cap is not properly attached and or the cor rect size for thread spool 19 18 18 10 11 17 Condition Cause See page s Bobbin Case Thread Jam In the event thread would get jammed inside the bobbin case during sewing follow steps below to clear machine 1 Cut thread s close to fabric in order to clear the needle This will help prevent possible dama...

Page 41: ...er 100 Rayon 100 Cotton 100 Polyester 100 Rayon 30 40 50 60 70 40 Poly mesh Tear away Poly mesh Tear away Poly mesh Tear away 0 3 0 3 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 Low Loft Flannel Silk Synthetics Batting Type WT Stitch Length Presser Foot Height X X X X X X X Backing Stabilizer THREAD FABRIC REFERENCE CHART 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 2 5 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 5 5 0 3 0 ...

Page 42: ...Type WT Stitch Length Presser Foot Height X X X X X X Backing Stabilizer THREAD FABRIC REFERENCE CHART 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 0 3 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 2 0 5 0 2 5 5 0 3 0 5 0 3 5 5 0 X X X X X X X Low Loft Low Loft 100 Cotton 100 Polyester 100 Rayon 30 40 50 60 70 40 0 3 3 0 5 0 3 0 5 0 High Loft High Loft 100 Silk 100 Silk 100 Silk 100 Silk 100 Silk 100 Sil...

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