NOT printed matters. SERVICE / REPAIR MANUAL. You will receive a CD with a printable PDF file(s). Baby Lock BL4-605 Service manual on CD. WATCH THIS DEMO VIDEO OF A BABYLOCK SERGER SEWING MACHINE MODEL 5260D.How to Thread and How to SEW a Swatch sample book using differential feed.
History
In 1964, a group of engineers and managers from a Japanese enterprise thought it would be a good idea to redesign the industrial overlocker under production at that time for private use. They wanted to make the machine smaller and lighter so that it could be used easily at home. The group presented their concept to the enterprise but this was turned down. However, they were so convinced of their plan that all of them handed in their notice and set up their own new company to design and build the machine of their dreams.
This was the birth of the baby lock brand, the first home overlocker on the market. In 1993, the baby lock engineers developed the unique jet-air system. This system, which is now standard on all baby lock machines, threads the loopers by means of compressed air quickly and easily. At the same time, it was no longer necessary to stick to a defined threading order. 30 years after the invention of the brand's first overlocker, baby lock launched another revolutionary product – the Imagine – in 1997. Thanks to the unique, patented automatic thread delivery (ATD) system, this is the first overlocker that does not require any tension adjustment. Normal overlockers create the stitches by compensating the tension of the threads that are pulled. The thread tension is adjusted by a thread tension controller as well as needle and looper thread take-ups.
This new innovative overlocker creates stitches by pulling and setting down the amounts of thread required for a stitch. The Imagine then delivers these threads to the needles as well as the lower and upper loopers to create a perfect stitch. Apart from the tension dials, users of this machine can also forget all the trouble connected with setting the 'perfect' tension and the confusion about which tension dial should be turned.
In 1997, Mr Sakuma, the inventor of the baby lock overlock machines, said in a speech before US dealers at the baby lock Tech trade fair: 'A lot of people have said my invention was 'Sakuma's magic'. But I don't believe this. Over the years, I have experienced many successes and failures. As a result, a large bloom has come into full flower and I can now give you, the baby lock customers all over the world, the Imagine. Experience has taught me that mystical magic is the result of many years of hard work full of trials and errors.'
Prototype made from wood
Development of the first baby lock as a prototype made from wood
First baby lock as a fully functional prototype
Further development of the first baby lock as a fully functional prototype
EF-205 model
1 needle, 2 threads
Overlocker
The EF-205 was the first baby lock overlocker that went into series production.
EF-405 model
3-thread
1-needle overlock machine; with a rubberised feed dog, take-up lever for the looper threads and thread guide with 'magic sliding properties'
EA-605 model
2 needles, 4 threads
Combined machine
Overlock and double chain stitch needles can be used individually or together for a safety stitch. The EA-605 was the first combined baby lock machine.
BL3-407 model
1 needle, 3 threads
Overlocker
The 4-way stitch adjustment from 2.5 to 5 mm handles fabrics from organza through to denim with ease.
BL3-418 model
1 needle, 3 threads
Overlocker
Apart from a built-in lamp and integrated rolled hem, this is the first overlocker that features colour-coded thread tension control.
BL4-428 model
4-thread
2-needle overlock machine; with useful adjustment possibilities such as stitch width adjustment and a handy free arm.
BL4-436DF model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
This machine features differential feed and a small lighting system.
BL4-838DF model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
This machine provides a new design including a quick threading system (QTS) and knee lift.
Wii wads pal download. BL-101 model
1 needle, 1 thread
Blind stitch
This model won the 1994 Good Design award in Japan.
BLE-1 Eclipse model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
Thanks to its new design and the unique and ingenious jet air thread system, this model won the 1993 Invention Grand Prix in Japan.
BLE-1AT Imagine model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
This machine also features the jet-air thread system and automatic thread delivery system (ATD).
BLE-8 Evolve model
5 needles, 8 threads
Combined machine
Thanks to 8 threads, 3 loopers and 5 needles, this coverlock machine is the first that allows a combination of overlock stitches, cover stitches and chain stitches in one go.
BLCS model
baby lock's first plain cover stitch machine is established in the market.
A 3-needle cover stitch machine with a seam width of 6 mm / 2- or 3-needle cover stitch with a seam width of 3 mm or simple 2-thread chain stitch. Two of the machine's special features are the feed dog that drops automatically when the presser foot is raised and the high stitch precision compared to other cover stitch machines in the market, even with cross seams.
BLE 3ATW model 'imaginé wave'
4-thread / 2-needle overlock machine; this overlocker features baby lock's ingenious jet-air threading system as well as the unique thread delivery system, and on top of all that, the fascinating wave stitch - brand new and only available on a baby lock. Though a straight seam is produced, the stitches look like a wave and thus are often used as a fanciful edge decoration or a sewing project's creative eye-catcher.
BLQK Sashiko model
1 needle, 1 bobbin thread
A sewing machine that imitates hand stitching
This is the first household sewing machine that can reproduce the look of traditional hand-work stitching.
BLE 3ATW-2 model 'enlighten'
4-thread / 2-needle overlock machine; the imaginé wave's follow-up model is launched into the market and becomes a worthy successor. The new jet-air threading system, now motor-driven, a really bright LED sewing light and the new design here deserve special mention.
BLE-8W-2 Evolution model
5 needles, 8 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
This is the first machine with the fully automated extraordin air threading system.
BLE 5 desire model
4 needles, 5 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
BLE 1EX enspire model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
It has a larger work space and the whole range of baby lock's sophisticated features.
BLE 53 desire3 model
5 needles, 5 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
BLE-S8 Ovation model
5 needles, 8 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
It has a larger work space and the whole range of baby lock's sophisticated features.
BLE TS8 model
5 needles, 8 threads
In addition to the already well-known features of the successful baby lock coverlock machines, the Gloria shines with the so-called RevolutionAirTM system. The loopers and needles are threaded at the touch of a button with a jet of air.
BLE S4 Acclaim model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
The Acclaim is the first overlock machine to feature the automatic air threading system for loopers and needles (RevolutionAir Threading System). The threads are threaded into the looper and needle eye only by pressing buttons with air.
Baby Lock Ea 605 Serger
BLE S3 model Victory
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
It is the follow-up to the 1997 baby lock 'imagine' and is equipped with the air threading system for loopers (JetAir Threading System). Simply insert the looper thread into the appropriate port and press the lever.
The new higher foot lift offers more comfort during fabric processing.
Apart from a built-in lamp and integrated rolled hem, this is the first overlocker that features colour-coded thread tension control.
BL4-428 model
4-thread
2-needle overlock machine; with useful adjustment possibilities such as stitch width adjustment and a handy free arm.
BL4-436DF model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
This machine features differential feed and a small lighting system.
BL4-838DF model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
This machine provides a new design including a quick threading system (QTS) and knee lift.
Wii wads pal download. BL-101 model
1 needle, 1 thread
Blind stitch
This model won the 1994 Good Design award in Japan.
BLE-1 Eclipse model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
Thanks to its new design and the unique and ingenious jet air thread system, this model won the 1993 Invention Grand Prix in Japan.
BLE-1AT Imagine model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
This machine also features the jet-air thread system and automatic thread delivery system (ATD).
BLE-8 Evolve model
5 needles, 8 threads
Combined machine
Thanks to 8 threads, 3 loopers and 5 needles, this coverlock machine is the first that allows a combination of overlock stitches, cover stitches and chain stitches in one go.
BLCS model
baby lock's first plain cover stitch machine is established in the market.
A 3-needle cover stitch machine with a seam width of 6 mm / 2- or 3-needle cover stitch with a seam width of 3 mm or simple 2-thread chain stitch. Two of the machine's special features are the feed dog that drops automatically when the presser foot is raised and the high stitch precision compared to other cover stitch machines in the market, even with cross seams.
BLE 3ATW model 'imaginé wave'
4-thread / 2-needle overlock machine; this overlocker features baby lock's ingenious jet-air threading system as well as the unique thread delivery system, and on top of all that, the fascinating wave stitch - brand new and only available on a baby lock. Though a straight seam is produced, the stitches look like a wave and thus are often used as a fanciful edge decoration or a sewing project's creative eye-catcher.
BLQK Sashiko model
1 needle, 1 bobbin thread
A sewing machine that imitates hand stitching
This is the first household sewing machine that can reproduce the look of traditional hand-work stitching.
BLE 3ATW-2 model 'enlighten'
4-thread / 2-needle overlock machine; the imaginé wave's follow-up model is launched into the market and becomes a worthy successor. The new jet-air threading system, now motor-driven, a really bright LED sewing light and the new design here deserve special mention.
BLE-8W-2 Evolution model
5 needles, 8 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
This is the first machine with the fully automated extraordin air threading system.
BLE 5 desire model
4 needles, 5 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
BLE 1EX enspire model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
It has a larger work space and the whole range of baby lock's sophisticated features.
BLE 53 desire3 model
5 needles, 5 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
BLE-S8 Ovation model
5 needles, 8 threads
Combined overlock and cover stitch machine
It has a larger work space and the whole range of baby lock's sophisticated features.
BLE TS8 model
5 needles, 8 threads
In addition to the already well-known features of the successful baby lock coverlock machines, the Gloria shines with the so-called RevolutionAirTM system. The loopers and needles are threaded at the touch of a button with a jet of air.
BLE S4 Acclaim model
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
The Acclaim is the first overlock machine to feature the automatic air threading system for loopers and needles (RevolutionAir Threading System). The threads are threaded into the looper and needle eye only by pressing buttons with air.
Baby Lock Ea 605 Serger
BLE S3 model Victory
2 needles, 4 threads
Overlocker
It is the follow-up to the 1997 baby lock 'imagine' and is equipped with the air threading system for loopers (JetAir Threading System). Simply insert the looper thread into the appropriate port and press the lever.
The new higher foot lift offers more comfort during fabric processing.
BL C4 model Euphoria
3 needles, 4 threads
Cover stitch
It is the first cover stitch machine with a needle threader. It is equipped with the ExtraordinAir Threading System, the ATD System and now with its wide throat, you can now coverstitch to decorate even large pieces of fabric. The knee lift is an additional aid for more difficult projects
Baby Lock proudly presents you with the evolution of the overlocking experience.
Take the journey from then to now!
1956 -Wooden Prototype
It began as a dream to redesign the industrial overlocker for home use.
1963 - First Prototype
The dream was soon to become a reality with the first working prototype.
1967 - Model EF-205
The EF-205 was the first mass produced Baby Lock overlocker (one needle two thread overlocker)
1968 - Model EA-305
This model had two needles and was a four thread safety stitch machine.
1970 - Model EF-405
This was the first Baby Lock 3-thread overlocker, the EF-405 featured one needle, feed dogs, magic slide thread guide and super looper.
1971 - Model EA-605
The First Baby Lock 4-thread Overlocker, this was an improvement on the EA-305. The EA-605 overlocker and double chain stitch needles could be used interchangeably or together for a safety stitch. Cut and sew at the same time.
1977 - Model EF-405M
This model was a one needle, three thread overlocker featuring a narrow rolled hem and adjustable stitch width.
1978 - Model BL3-407
A one needle, three thread overlocker with a narrow rolled hem – an improved version of the EF-405M
1984 - Model BL3-418
This model featured colour coded threading, new cosmetics and a built in lamp.
1986 - Model BL4-428
This was a two needle, four thread overlocker featuring dial adjustable stitch width and free-arm overlocking.
1987 - Model BL4-436DF
The DF in the name of this model stands for differential feed; this was the first Baby Lock to have this feature, thus eliminating puckering and uneven feed.
1990 - Model BL4-838D
Always looking to improve the Baby Lock technicians designed the QTS - Quick Threading System for this model.
1990 - Model BL-101
The first straight needle household blind hemming machine, this light-weight unit creates a commercial blind hem stitch.
1993 - Model BLE1-DX / Eclipse DX
This was the first model to featuring the Jet-Air Thread System, full range differential feed unit and twin cam tension unit.
1994 - BL-101 won the Good Design Prize of the Year in Japan
1995 - Model BLE1-SX
A two needle, four thread overlocker featuring the Easy Glide Threading System.
1996 - Model BLE 1-LX / Eclipse LX
The Eclipse LX was an improvement on the DX as it had an LCD screen which contained all the settings for various stitches, thus eliminating referring to the instruction manual.
1996 'Jet-Air Threading' won the Invention Grand Prix of the Year in Japan
1996 - Model BLE 1-AT / Imagine
The Imagine was released in 1996 and is still available today. Featuring Jet Air Threading System, full range differential feed and ATD - Automatic Thread Delivery system, eliminating tensions forever!
1999 - Model BLE8 / Evolve
The first eight thread combination machine to be released on the market. This had all the overlocking features of the Imagine and included coverstitch. The eight threads made it easier to change from overlocking to coverstitch and back again, giving the home sewer a possible 58 stitch options.
2001 - Model BLCS / Coverstitch Machine
A stand alone coverstitch machine, featuring Jet-Air Threading on the looper, triple, wide (6mm) or narrow (3mm) coverstitch and chain stitch.
2003 - Model BLE3-ATW / Imagine Wave
The Imagine Wave was released complete with patented wave stitch technology, and improved rolled hem adjustment making it easier to stitch curves.
2003 - Model EMB7 / Embellishing Machine
The EMB7 Embellisher, a new and revolutionary machine to the Australian market featuring seven barbed needles, free arm, perfect for felting and free motion embellishing.
2005 - Model BLE8W / Evolve Wave
The BLE8W – Evolve Wave is released with all the features of the Evolve PLUS the exclusive wave stitch and a total of 79 stitch options.
2006 - Model BL097 / Stellar
Mid-range overlocker the Stellar is released to the Australian market with 180 degree rotating door for easy threading.
2008 - Model EMB12 / Twelve Needle Embellishing Machine
Featuring 12 barbed needles, a yarn threading port, ribbon and yarn guides.
2009 - Model BLE1DX-2 / Exlipse DX2
All the features of the original, with a shorter stitch length-starting at .75 and a new look with white covers replacing the ivory covers.
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2009 - Model BLE1AT-2 / Imagine 2
A facelift on the original model, a shorter stitch length starting at .75, improved rolled hem adjustment allowing the cutting blade to sit closer to the needles making it easier to stitch curves, and a fresh look with white covers.
2009 - BLE3ATW-2 / Enlighten
This model replaced the Imagine Wave, featuring the ExtraordinAir threading system - both loopers thread with the touch of a button, 3 LED lights, shorter stitch length and white covers.
2009 - Model BLE8W-2 / Evolution
Production on the Evolve Wave ceased and a new version was born in the Evolution. With and even easier threading system, all loopers thread with the push of a button - ExtraordinAir Threading System, a brighter lighting system- 3 LED lights, a shorter stitch length-starting at .75 and white covers instead of ivory. Still with the exclusive Wave Stitch and 79 stitch options.
2009 - Model BLQK / Sashiko Quilting Machine
The Sashiko model BLQK, a revolution in the sewing industry, a machine which only has a bobbin thread and a needle with a hook in the front and a latch wire. With adjustable stitch length and space, it's perfect for quilting, topstitching on garments, stitching out traditional Sashiko designs and anywhere a hand stitched look is required.
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2014 - BLE1 EX / Enspire
The Enspire was released early in 2014 and is an enhanced version of the Eclipse DX. Featuring Jet-Air Threading, micromatic twin cam tension system, 2 LED lights and a shorter distance between the blade and the needles which ensures easier stitching of curves.
2014 - BLES8 / Ovation
Released in August 2014, the Ovation features ExtraordinAir threading, ATD system, 6 LED lights, 5 inch throat space, knee lift, variable speed control, needle screw guard, front mounted presser foot lifter and so much more. This amazing unit is top of the range, and with a full set of accessories available it really is the complete combination overlocker and coverstitch machine.
