BABYLOCK (Baby Lock) B15, B17, B21 Sewing Machine Service Manual Includes all of the following documents:B15, B17, B21 Sewing Machine Service Manual - 28 PagesB15, B17, B21 Sewing Machine Parts List - 17 PagesFile Size: 5 MB Filetype: ZIP archive. Service Manual Babylock BL3-406, 407 Serger Machine. This is a Downloable File.
A few years ago I got my hands on an old overlock machine. I suppose you could consider it an inheritance, as it belonged to my dear grandmother. The Babylock BL3-408 had been sitting for years and was in a rather poor state, the family had conceded that it didn't work. Any attempt to sew with it simply ate fabric.
Once I began sewing more seriously, I decided to try and fix it.
Most of the ‘fixing' was actually just deep cleaning and tension adjustment, but it still proved to be a daunting task. I had never worked with one of these machines and I blasted it apart with probably too much confidence. Hey, it was ‘broken', right? So if I couldn't get it back together, no biggie…
I scrubbed the exterior plates with diluted rubbing alcohol and the interior pieces with a dry cloth. The machine was absolutely filled with grime. Unfortunately, I don't have many photos of this process. I have a habit of becoming absorbed with a task and forgetting that cameras were invented.
Once the machine was back together, I adjusted the tension knobs using the notes that my grandmother had written in the back of the manual. Unfortunately, due to poor storage techniques, the plastic cover on the throat plate was shattered. Luckily, this does not seem to impact sewing.
The full original manual is intact, with added handwritten notes from my grandma. It's truly keepsake-level stuff. I've read that the manual is no longer available from Babylock, so I feel pretty fortunate.
Not only is the manual in my possession, but also a box of accessories! Extra needles and blades, the whole deal.
It took me about two hours to fix up this old machine. I don't think it quite counts as vintage?
It's a pretty simple machine, only capable of finishing edges and doing a narrow rolled hem. While it's quite a process to switch between the two functions, it's certainly a sturdy machine. It simply feels hefty.
Quite a learning experience, for sure.
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. Instruction manual for smk xs78 qb78 22 cal carbine.
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. Crack vray 3.4 sketchup 2017.
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
Babylock Emp6 Service Manual
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.
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.
A few years ago I got my hands on an old overlock machine. I suppose you could consider it an inheritance, as it belonged to my dear grandmother. The Babylock BL3-408 had been sitting for years and was in a rather poor state, the family had conceded that it didn't work. Any attempt to sew with it simply ate fabric.
Once I began sewing more seriously, I decided to try and fix it.
Most of the ‘fixing' was actually just deep cleaning and tension adjustment, but it still proved to be a daunting task. I had never worked with one of these machines and I blasted it apart with probably too much confidence. Hey, it was ‘broken', right? So if I couldn't get it back together, no biggie…
I scrubbed the exterior plates with diluted rubbing alcohol and the interior pieces with a dry cloth. The machine was absolutely filled with grime. Unfortunately, I don't have many photos of this process. I have a habit of becoming absorbed with a task and forgetting that cameras were invented.
Once the machine was back together, I adjusted the tension knobs using the notes that my grandmother had written in the back of the manual. Unfortunately, due to poor storage techniques, the plastic cover on the throat plate was shattered. Luckily, this does not seem to impact sewing.
The full original manual is intact, with added handwritten notes from my grandma. It's truly keepsake-level stuff. I've read that the manual is no longer available from Babylock, so I feel pretty fortunate.
Not only is the manual in my possession, but also a box of accessories! Extra needles and blades, the whole deal.
It took me about two hours to fix up this old machine. I don't think it quite counts as vintage?
It's a pretty simple machine, only capable of finishing edges and doing a narrow rolled hem. While it's quite a process to switch between the two functions, it's certainly a sturdy machine. It simply feels hefty.
Quite a learning experience, for sure.
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. Instruction manual for smk xs78 qb78 22 cal carbine.
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. Crack vray 3.4 sketchup 2017.
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
Babylock Emp6 Service Manual
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.
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.
Babylock Serger Repair Manual
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
Babylock Bl3 407 Service Manual Diagram
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.
