Your serging is about to receive a new level of critical Acclaim! The Baby Lock Acclaim serger features RevolutionAir™ Threading that threads the loopers with just the touch of a button and then threads the needles with the touch of another. You’ll also serge tension-free with the Automatic Thread Delivery™ System (ATD) and the exclusive Wave Stitch will expand your creative options even further — making every one of your creations stand out like no other.
The Baby Lock Acclaim serger's top features include: • Easy push button looper and needle threading
• Wider workspace - 2" to the right of the needle
• No tension adjustments
• 4/3/2 thread serging
• 3 bright LED lights
• Full featured differential feed
• Exclusive Wave Stitch
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Additional Product Details
MACHINE ONLY HEIGHT • 13-7/8" PRESSER FOOT TYPE • Snap-On MAXIMUM STITCH WIDTH • 7.5mm MACHINE ONLY WIDTH • 17-1/8" TWO-THREAD OVERLOCK CONVERSION •✔ MAXIMUM STITCH LENGTH •4mm NUMBER OF NEEDLES •2 MACHINE ONLY DEPTH •12-3/4” MAXIMUM NUMBER OF THREADS • 4 LIGHTING •3 LEDs SEWING BED WIDTH •2” ACCESSORY STORAGE •✔ ROLLED HEM •✔ TENSION SYSTEM • Automatic Thread Delivery MACHINE ONLY WEIGHT •24.7 lbs FEEDING SYSTEM TYPE •Differential NEEDLE THREADER TYPE •RevolutionAir
NUMBER OF FEET INCLUDED
• 1
NEEDLE TO RIGHT OF MACHINE DISTANCE
• 2"
THREAD CUTTER TYPE
•Built-In
There are a number of reasons you would want to have a Baby Lock products registered:
• To register your machine, serger, Gold Standard or Love of Sewing for warranty purposes
• So an authorized Baby Lock dealer can check your registered product information when you take it in for service and will then be able to determine what is covered by the Baby Lock warranty
• There may be times Baby Lock may send you special offers and information based on Baby Lock products you registered
• For your future reference should you need it
1. Login to your Baby Lock Account 2. From the Dashboard, click the Register a New Machine
3. Enter the information, select Validate
The cover stitch creates a double or triple row of stitching and it can be done in narrow or wide widths with the triple cover stitch. It can also be used 'upside down' for a braid-like look. It can be used for functional or decorative purposes, such as:
• Hemming knits or topstitching seams that need stretch
• Applying elastic
• Pintucks (the use of the pintuck foot is very helpful)
Decorative edges are a great place to start. They can be created with an array of threads from fine to heavy weight. Here is your general serger set-up:
• Stitch: 3-Thread Wide Overlock (Left Needle)
• Length Setting: 2 1/2-3
• Width Setting: 7.5mm
• Differential Feed Setting: N
• Tension Guidelines: Balanced Stitch - If using a serger that requires tension adjustment, then start with loosening the upper looper tension setting (0-3) to maintain a balanced stitch. Suggestion, you may want to record the thread name and tensions for future reference.
Thread the upper looper with decorative thread. Thread the lower looper and needle with all-purpose cone thread. Stitch along the edge of the fabric. Check the stitch to make sure the tensions are set properly. If adjustment is needed, fine tune the tensions and test the stitch again.
Threading both the upper and lower looper with a heavier decorative thread will create a reversible edge. Both looper tensions will need to be loosened to accommodate the thickness of the thread.
Experiment with different threads and have FUN! Ask your dealer if there is an Inspiration Guide available for your serger model, you will find it a wealth of infomation.
The serger should be cleaned after each project is completed. If you are working on a large project that creates a lot of lint build up, you may need to clean the machine a couple of times while working on the item. You can clean the serger yourself by using an air compressor, your vacuum cleaner, or your hair dryer set on cool. Problems that can occur if a machine is not cleaned on a regular basis are: inconsistent stitching, a noisy machine, and improper feeding. Avoid these problems by making sure to clean all thread guides and brush the lint off the knives and feed dog frequently using the brush that included in the accessory pack.
Outside Corners: Stitch to the end of the corner edge, but not beyond. Stop with the needles up and raise the presser foot. With tweezers pull approximately 1/4" of slack thread above the needles. The slack will allow the fabric to be pulled slightly to the back, clearing stitches from the stitch fingers. Turn the fabric, aligning the new edge with the edge of the needle plate. Remove any slack from the needle threads. Lower the foot and continue sewing.
Inside Corners: Cut an inside corner in a piece of fabric. Line up the edge of the fabric with the edge of the needle plate. Begin sewing. Stitch until the needles are about one inch away from the corner. Lower needles to secure the fabric and raise the presser foot. Manipulate the fabric until the cut edge pulls straight and a pleat forms to the left of the presser foot. Continue sewing until the inside corner is complete.
1. Check the manual for tension settings. Check the needle tension and the lower looper tension.
2. When serging, have half of the loops on the fold of the fabric and half of the loops off the fold. When pulling fold open the stitching should lay flat on top of the fabric.
Check to see if your differential feed is on. If it is not supposed to be on set the differential at N.
Make sure the cutting blade is at the correct width setting.
Check upper and lower looper tension settings.
Make sure the machine is threaded properly and the threads are in the tension disks.
The only place to oil the serger is the upper looper arm where it is connected to the machine. Turn the handwheel by hand to notice where the looper moves back and forth.
Place a drop of oil at this point. Anything else the machine needs to be taken to your Baby Lock dealer for periodic maintenance.
You can use regular sewing machine thread. However, make sure you have enough thread to finish the project. Sergers use more thread than a sewing machine. You may also need to adjust the tension settings (if there are tensions) because sewing thread is heavier than serger cone thread. Also be sure to use spool caps when using a regular spool of thread.
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OF THE ACCLAIM
MACHINE ONLY HEIGHT • 13-7/8" PRESSER FOOT TYPE • Snap-On MAXIMUM STITCH WIDTH • 7.5mm MACHINE ONLY WIDTH • 17-1/8" TWO-THREAD OVERLOCK CONVERSION •✔ MAXIMUM STITCH LENGTH •4mm NUMBER OF NEEDLES •2 MACHINE ONLY DEPTH •12-3/4” MAXIMUM NUMBER OF THREADS • 4 LIGHTING •3 LEDs SEWING BED WIDTH •2” ACCESSORY STORAGE •✔ ROLLED HEM •✔ TENSION SYSTEM • Automatic Thread Delivery MACHINE ONLY WEIGHT •24.7 lbs FEEDING SYSTEM TYPE •Differential NEEDLE THREADER TYPE •RevolutionAir
NUMBER OF FEET INCLUDED
• 1
NEEDLE TO RIGHT OF MACHINE DISTANCE
• 2"
THREAD CUTTER TYPE
•Built-In
REVOLUTIONAIR™NEEDLE THREADING
Engage the RevolutionAir™ threader, push a button and the Acclaim’s needles are threaded! Baby Lock’s RevolutionAir Threading makes setting up your machine faster and easier than ever, every single time
REVOLUTIONAIR™ LOOPER THREADING
Insert thread into one of the Acclaim’s threading ports, push the button and a gust of air quickly pushes it through the patented tubular loopers, exactly where you need it every time. Tangles, knots and breakage are now a thing of the past!
AUTOMATIC THREAD DELIVERY SYSTEM
Set the Acclaim to the type of stitch you want and get started! The Acclaim delivers a balanced stitch on any fabric with any type of thread.
PURE LIGHTING WITH 3 LED LIGHTS
Clearly see every stitch, fabric and thread color under three bright LED lights.
WIDER WORKSPACE – 2" TO THE RIGHT OF THE NEEDLE
Easily serge larger projects with room to spare. You'll love adding decorative stitching to yards and yards of fabric.
FULL-FEATURED SINGLE UNIT DIFFERENTIAL FEED
We’ve taken the differential feed to a new level by adding a single-unit feed dog mechanism. This ensures stronger feeding as well as consistent gathering on all fabrics.
4/3/2 THREAD SERGING
Finish projects with quality and versatility - easily switch from 4, 3 or 2 thread rolled hemming options.
ADVANCED KNIFE DRIVING AND ONE-WAY CLUTCH SYSTEM
Baby Lock has created a knife system with a larger cutting bite that cuts thicker fabric with ease and increased visibility.
TUBULAR LOOPERS
There’s no exposed thread, no thread guides and you can thread in any order! Tubular loopers eliminate threading mistakes and protect the thread for more serging freedom.
FABRIC SUPPORT SYSTEM
The Fabric Support System keeps stitches flat and balanced, no matter what speed, fabric or stitch you choose. The built-in stitch fingers actually move with the knife blade, adjusting the seam consecutively with the cutting width.
VERTICAL NEEDLE PENETRATION
While most machines use slanted needles that push and damage fabric, the Acclaim's needles are set vertically and sew directly up and down, protecting your fabric and preventing needle deflection.
DIAL ADJUSTABLE STITCH LENGTH AND AUTOMATIC ROLLED HEM
Stitch length can be easily adjusted on a Baby Lock serger using one dial. This dial includes an Automatic Rolled Hem setting that will retract the built-in stitch width finger for a rolled hem finish.
EXCLUSIVE WAVE STITCH
The patented Wave Stitch opens your world to more decorative stitches for more creativity. Try different thread colors and stitch widths to easily serge a one-of-a-kind creation.
LOOPER DRIVE SYSTEM
This exclusive Looper Drive System prevents loopers from becoming misaligned or out of time, reducing the possibility of major looper damage. This protects your machine from needing repairs, allowing you to serge worry free!
