Baby Lock Enlighten (BLE3ATW-2) Instruction and Reference Guide - Manual (Page 53)

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Troubleshooting (Cont.)
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.)
2. Is the machine in the locked position?
Looper threading difficulties:
1. Is the machine engaged in the threading position?
2. Is the looper threader selector at the appropriate setting?(Left threading port for "U" upper looper, right
threading port for "L" lower looper.)
3. Is the thread end in the proper threading port?
4. Is at least 1/2 inch (1.2cm) of the thread end in the threading port?
5. Is there at least 18 inches (45cm) of loose thread beyond the thread guide above the threading port?
6. Is there a kink or twist in the 18 inch (45cm) of thread to restrict the flow into the threading port?
7. Is the thread restricted from 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 forming correctly:
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 set on "WAVE"?
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 turn-
ing the power switch to OFF.
3. Do not place anything on the foot control, or the machine will start inadvertently and the foot control or
motor can burn out.
4. 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.
5. Do not pull fabric from the rear of the machine. Such action can damage the machine.
6. To prevent possible injury, always avoid body contact with any moving parts and the machine mecha-
nism.
7. NEVER sew over pins.
Special Caution: Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet when the machine is not in use.