BL100A_Instruction & Reference Guide_Final
BL100A_Instruction & Reference Guide_Final
if it has been dropped or damaged, dropped into water. Return this sewing machine to the nearest
authorized retailer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
OFF
,threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine power
cord or garment being sewn may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock.
18. When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity location. Do not use or store
the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects in order to have a longer
service life.
19. Appliance (110-120V) is provided.
OPERATIONAL PANEL
NEEDLE THREADER
TOTE BAG
3
1
presser feet.
holder
with screwdriver.
Note
This appliance has a polarized plug(one blade
wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical
shock , this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the
plug in any way.
Stitches 1, 2 and 6: The REVERSE STITCH button will sew in reverse while the button is
pressed and return to forward stitching when the button is released.
Other stitches: The REVERSE STITCH button will sew 3-4 stitches to tie-off the stitching
and then stop sewing. Continue sewing by pressing the START/STOP button or foot control.
Press the needle up /down button to raise or lower the needle. Pressing
the button twice sews one stitch.
The needle may be set so it will stop in the DOWN position or UP position.
SEWING SPEED CONTROLLER
Slide the sewing speed controller to right or left to adjust the sewing speed.
LOCK STITCH
Stop machine and then press Lock Stitch button to sew 4 tie-off stitches at same position.
Machine will then automatically stop.
The machine will start running when START/STOP button is pressed and will stop when
pressed the second time.
The machine will stitch slowly for the first 3 stitches.
START/STOP BUTTON
This button will be deactivated.
When using stitches 1,2 and 6, the machine will continue to sew reverse at slow
speed while this button is pressed. When released, the machine will sew forward.
When sewing other stitches, the reverse stitch button is used as a reinforcement stitch.
SEWING SPEED CONTROLLER
The sewing speed controller only functions while using the START/STOP button. It will not
operate when foot control is being used.
Forward button
Stitch length :
Press stitch length button, indicator light, LED
display auto change to show the size of stitch
length.
Stitch width :
Press stitch width button, indicator light, LED
display auto change to show the size of stitch
width.
Pattern selector :
Press pattern selector button; LED displays
number.
To choose the various pattern selections press
the pattern selector buttons.
Forward button :
By pressing the forward button, the pattern will jump 10 patterns
each time the button is pressed. This allows easy access for selection
of pattern.
Remove the bobbin cover by sliding
the bobbin cover latch to right and
push down the left lower corner of
this cover at same time.
5 6
Slide a spool of thread onto the spool pin so the thread unwinds to the
front from the top of the thread spool.
Secure it with the spool cap that best fits the size of spool being used to ensure
smooth flow of thread.
Pass thread from spool around and under the upper thread guide as shown.
Pull end of thread through hole in bobbin as shown.
Make sure the bobbin winder shaft is in left position. Place bobbin onto shaft
and rotate until it snaps into position with end of thread coming from top of bobbin.
Start machine to wind bobbin. Stop machine after several turns to trim the thread
tail with scissors. Bobbin will cease turning when completely filled.
Cut thread and push shaft to the left to remove bobbin.
Insert the bobbin into bobbin case with
the thread unwinding counterclockwise.
Needle
Needle size
system
Ha×1 5 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 18 19 20 21 22 23
70/09-75/11
70/10-80/12
80/12-90/14
90/14-100/16
80/12-90/14
Stitch length
39
06 18 19 39
21
This stitch will sew without stitches showing on right side of fabric.
Note:
If too much of the stitching shows on the right side
of the fabric, change to a narrower stitch width or
move the guide on the foot to the right.
If the zigzag does not meet the fold, widen the stitch
width or move the guide on the foot to the left.
07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14
15
17
01
01
QUILTING
Darning
Select center needle position, straight stitch sewing stitch
number 01. Set darning plate on the top of the needle
plate over feed dog teeth. Align tabs on bottom of darning
plate and snap into the two openings located on each side
of feed dog teeth on needle plate.
Remove the presser foot and presser foot holder. Screw
the darning foot onto the presser bar with the extended
arm of the foot resting above the needle clamp screw.
Holding the needle thread, take one stitch and pick up
bobbin thread through the fabric.
Lower presser foot lever and start sewing at a slow to medium
speed, moving the fabric back and forth with a steady rhythm.
Turn fabric and sew another layer of stitching across the first
layer of stitching.
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36 37 38 39 40
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29 30 63
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SEWING LETTERS
64
4.A letter will sew each time, you may measure the
distance among letters before sewing.
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supply by removing the plug from the electric outlet.
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Dirt in the bobbin and hook area. Clean the bobbin and hook area. 31
power switch.
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STITCH REFERENCE CHART
01
Straight Stitch Attaching zippers, basic stitching and sewing
3.5 3.5 3.0 0.5-4.5
(Center) gathers or pintucks,etc
02
Straight Stitch 0.0 0.0,3.5,7.0
3.0 0.5-4.5
(Left,Center,Right) Basic stitching, sewing gathers or pintucks,etc (Left) (Left -Middle- Right)
03
Quilt Stitch Straight stitch quilting that looks hand-sewn 3.5 0.0,3.5,7.0
2.5 0.7-3.0
(Left -Middle- Right)
(Left,Center,Right)
04
Attaching sleeves, sewing inseams, sewing 0.0,3.5,7.0
Triple Stitch 3.5 2.5 0.7-3.0
stretch fabrics and decorative stitching. (Left -Middle- Right)
05
Stretch Stitch Sewing stretch fabrics and decorative stitching 3.0 1.0-5.0 3.0 1.5-3.5
06
Zigzag Overcasting and attaching applique’s 5.0 0.0-7.0 2.5 0.0-4.5
07
Bartack
Buttonholes for stretch fabric 5.0 5.0 0.4 0.2-0.8
buttonhole
08
Buttonhole Buttonholes for stretch fabric 6.0 6.0 0.4 0.2-0.8
09
Keyhole
Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabric 7.0 7.0 0.4 0.3-0.8
buttonhole
10
Keyhole
Keyhole buttonholes for thick or furry fabric 7.0 7.0 0.4 0.3-0.8
buttonhole
11
Buttonhole Buttonholes on thin, medium weight fabric 5.0 5.0 0.5 0.3-0.8
12
Buttonhole Buttonholes on thin, medium weight fabric 6.0 6.0 0.4 0.3-0.8
13
Horizontal buttonholes on thin, medium
Buttonhole 5.0 5.0 0.4 0.3-0.8
weight fabric
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Buttonhole Buttonholes on thin, medium weight fabric 6.0 6.0 0.4 0.3-0.8
15
Overcasting on medium weight or stretch fabric,
3-step zigzag 6.0 3.0-7.0 1.0 0.5-2.0
attaching elastic, darning, etc
16
Satin stitch Satin stitching 6.0 3.0-7.0 1.0 0.5-2.0
17
Rick-rack Decorative stitching, elastic stitching 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
18
Overcasting on thin or medium weight fabric.
Over-lock 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
Overcasting on thick fabrics.
19
Double- Decorative hemming on thin, medium weight and
6.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
overlock plain weave fabric, heirloom stitching, etc.
20
Shell Overcasting on thin or medium weight fabrics 4.0 2.0-6.0 2.0 1.0-3.5
21
Blind hem Blind hem stitching on medium weight fabric 4.0 2.0-6.0 2.0 1.0-3.5
22
Zigzag
Blind hem stitching on stretch fabric 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-3.5
blind hem
23
Double action Attaching elastic to stretch fabrics 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.5-4.5
24
Bridging Patchwork stitching and decorative stitching 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-3.0
25
Feather Decorative stitching, patchwork 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-3.0
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Fagoting stitch Fagoting, patchwork and decorative stitching 7.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
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Faggoting
Decorative stitch 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
stitch
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 1.5 1.0-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitch 7.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
35
Decorative Decorative stitching 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-3.0
36
Overcasting on thick or stretch fabrics,
Overcasting 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.5-3.5
applique
37
Decorative
Applique, decorative stitching 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.5-4.5
Applique
38
Decorative Applique, decorative stitching 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.5-4.5
39
Decorative
Applique, decorative stitching 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-3.0
Overcasting
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Decorative Applique, decorative stitching 5.0 3.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-3.0
41
Decorative hemming on thin medium weight and
Decorative 6.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 1.0-3.0
plain weave fabrics, heirloom stitching, etc.
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
45
Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
47
Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
48
Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 3.0-7.0 2.5 0.7-2.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 3.0-7.0 3.5 1.5-3.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.5 1.5-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 3.0-7.0 3.5 1.5-3.5
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
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Decorative Decorative stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
57
Decorative
Decorative and cross stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
Cross stitch
58
Decorative
Decorative and cross stitching 6.0 3.0-7.0 3.0 1.0-3.0
Cross stitch
59
Decorative
Decorative and cross stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
Cross stitch
60
Decorative
Decorative and cross stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 2.0 1.0-2.0
Cross stitch
61
Decorative
Decorative and satin stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 0.5 0.3-1.0
Satin stitch
62
Decorative
Decorative and satin stitching 7.0 5.0-7.0 0.5 0.3-1.0
Satin stitch
63
Decorative
Decorative and satin scallop stitching 7.0 7.0 0.3 0.3-1.0
Satin stitch
64~99
Character
Character stitches 7.0 7.0 4.5 4.5
stitches
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