Baby Lock Imagine Wave (Previous Model) (BLE3ATW) Instruction and Reference Guide - Manual (Page 53)

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Troubleshooting Continued
Dos and Don'ts
Needle threading difficulties:
1. Is the needle threader selector at the appropriate setting?("R" for right needle, "L" for left needle.)
Looper threading difficulties:
1. Is the looper threader selector at the appropriate setting?(Left threading port for "U" upper looper, right
threading port for "L" lower looper.)
2. Is the thread end in the proper threading port?
3. Is at least 1 inch (2.5cm) of the thread end in the threading port?
4. Is there at least 18 inches (40cm) of loose thread beyond the thread guide above the threading port?
5. Is there a kink or twist in the 18 inch (40cm) of thread to restrict the flow into the threading port?
6. Is the thread caught to prevent going through the loopers?
Poor Cutting:
1. Are the cutting blade(s) dull?
2. Have you sewn over a straight pin?
3. Is the cutting blade in the locked position?
4. Have the cutting blades been improperly replaced?
5. Is the fabric being pulled from the rear of the machine while sewing?
Wave Stitch is not formed:
1. Is the machine threaded correctly? Check each thread path carefully.
2. Is the machine set for 3-Thread Wave sewing?
3. Is the Wave Selector shows "W"?
4. For rolled wave edging, is the stitch length dial set for "ROLLED HEM" ?
5. Is the Stitch Selector set correctly? Set the Stitch Selector at "B" for 3-Thread Wave Stitch or "C" for 3-
Thread Rolled Wave Stitch.
1. Always be aware of the needle's up-and-down movement, and do not turn your attention from the
machine while it is running.
2. When changing the needle, the presser foot or any other parts, always disconnect the machine by
turning the power switch to OFF.
3. Do not place anything on the foot controller, or the machine will start inadvertently and the controller or
motor can be burn out.
4. The maximum permissible power for the light bulb is 15W/110V, or 10W/240V over 200 voltage country.
5. When using your serger for the first time, place a fabric scrap under the presser foot and run the
machine without thread for a few minutes. Wipe away any oil that appears.
6. Do not pull fabric from the rear of the machine. Such action can damage the looper mechanism.
7. To prevent possible injury, always avoid body contact with any moving parts and the machine
mechanism.
8. NEVER sew over pins.
Special Caution: Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet when the machine is not in use.