Threading the BabyLock EA-605 Overlocker / Serger with Chain Stitch

[@pamelanred5053]

This is so helpful. I bought an old one second hand and tried threading from pictures in the manual. I downloaded a manual online. I wasn’t able to get it to work properly but after going step by step with your video it works perfectly.

[@franlevaillant6749]

Howdy from Upper Hutt, longtime watcher, first-time commenter here. I’ve had my EA-605 in storage for decades now (I think I bought it in an op shop in South Dunedin but I don’t quite remember) and thanks to this video my “summer project” to get her working only took a hour or so. So now I guess my summer project will be to overlock everything in sight! Like other commenters I had no idea this was an overlocker + chain stitch machine, which is brilliant because after years of searching I still haven’t found a chain stitch plate for my Singer 411 slant needle machine - I haven’t found one that wouldn’t cost me hundreds of US dollars, I mean 😅. But now it turns out I had another chain-stitcher all along! A note on the three holes in the handle: I couldn’t get my overlock needle thread tension high enough for love nor money, so I rethreaded it, this time going twice through the top hook (above the spool), then through the middle hole AND then through the right hand hole on the handle before proceeding to the tension discs etc. I’m super happy with the tension now. Thanks again for the awesome video 👏.

[@brandygriffiss]

Ive had my machine for more then 10 years and you have finally shown me how to use it properly! Big hugs from Georgia, USA!!! Thank you for sharing Shall I say, "it runs like a sewing machine"! Haha,!! Your directions were spot on, I followed the threading process with no problem!!!

[@enessgt]

I just got this machine from my mom. I had no idea it was a chain and overlock combo. Thanks so much for your video, I can’t wait to use mine after being spoiled with an Imagine and Triumph!

[@karafarrah]

Oh I can't thank you enough! Your video is so good and I am now going to try threading this babylock ea-605 I got at an estate sale and see if I can get it to work. 😊You do great videos!! So easy to understand.

[@amyq5615]

Thank you! I was pulling my hair out. Love the close ups and the tempo!!

[@LG-vq5yj]

Thank you!! I've had my overlock for 5+yrs. Today is the first time I attempt to thread it. Your video was very helpful 🙏

[@InStitches]

Thanks. I'm pleased it was helpful.

[@nomadlebowski]

Thank you so much. How wonderful that we have such calm and concise instruction from this lovely fellow, You make it look so easy dear!

[@peggyc6028]

I just inherited a babylock BL4-428 that has never been used. You helped me figure out the feed dog issue on another video and now it is threaded correctly thanks to this one! I think I'm in love. Thanks SO much! I have the instruction manual as well as the threading sticker in the front cover, but you explained it so nicely! Thanks again!

[@SamSchilling]

Just bought a BL4-605 and am using this video to get it up and running. Thank you for your videos! I also used your help to get an Elna 62c up and running. Incredibly helpful stuff, thank you again.

[@InStitches]

Thanks. I'm please you're finding the videos helpful.

[@DancingD44]

Sam, how do you like the BL4-605?

[@grahamhughes2025]

I have just got one of these for not a lot of money at all....mint condition and hardly used, purchased in 1976. This video has been extremely helpful with the threading. It is going great and I will learn to tweak the thread. I have watched the other video. For some reason mine would do the overlock stitch but not the chain thread (even tho threaded correctly) It does what I need it to without the chain stitch but would be nice to understnd. I have the manual but from watching your video everything seems the same..........BUT I really appreciate what you share on this. Thank you.

[@amandanewman1362]

Mine is doing this also. Did you figure out why ?

[@grahamhughes2025]

@@amandanewman1362 hi, no. It seemed to hard for my old brain. Sometime I will put it into a repair person. Not needing or being able to live without the chain stitch could save me some money too. I don't use this much in my sewing at the momento. Keep me posted if you get yours sorted. 🙂

[@sinusvag]

Very clear video, thanks. Especially like the thoughtful extreme closeups of your various operations!

[@nomadlebowski]

Very many thanks for your thoughtful video, i just bought one of these for 65 (new zealand) dollars.....what an amazing machine, i can hardly believe how very quiet it is, and so solid......superb machine. I have other, much later overlockers but this one is fast becoming my favourite of all time due to its brilliant, solid build and its the quietest machine by a very long way, one can just about say that you can "hear" the quality! zero vibration at full speed, heavy and immovable!, yes, they are ( or were) made by juki.........

[@InStitches]

Thanks.I think they are a highly underrated machine.

[@wendilewis1059]

You saved my machine. I was so fed up with it. But now, I love it. It works beautifully.

[@emilydelventhal3374]

Very useful video, would never have been able to thread my BL4-625 without it!

[@hihenry8129]

Lovely machine, so quiet compared to today’s overlockers.

[@suzanneeardley7618]

Brilliant video. Managed to get Mum's old Overlocker working after sitting unused for 7 years (after cleaning out the fluff etc). Thanks so much.

[@InStitches]

Glad it helped

[@tiffanymarshall2515]

Hi, Thanks so much for this video, it is awesomely clear. I have a Singer 10UJ13, which looks to be an exact clone of this machine. The internals are all nice solid metal, and she purrs along beautifully. I bought it years ago, and it took me ages off and on, even with the service manual to get it into adjustment and running nicely. I have used sewing machines all my life, but had never used a serger until this one, and had no knowledge of how the stitch was formed. This is the best clearest video that I have seen of the motion of the loopers and needles. I wish I had seen this video years ago.

[@GOdeg-kn2mc]

This has been very helpful, I have had my BL for about 3 years and not known much about it. Had it serviced and there it has sat. Hope you will have more on how to use this little gem.

[@adolfoperez1985]

Thank you from Venezuela

[@agongos9]

YAY! You were a big help! I cleaned and oiled, and in the process, removed the throat plate (?). I found a barb, filed it down, and everything is working fine!! That's what was catching the fabric. Thanks again.

[@InStitches]

I'm pleased the video was helpful and that you got your machine going again.

[@thejasonofalltrades]

Thanks so much for this excellent and informative video! I just got my EA-605 sewing thanks to you!

[@InStitches]

Glad it was helpful!

[@inesgalindo-eg4bh]

Gracias por darnos la oportunidad de tener más conocimiento en máquinas 🥂🙅🇨🇴🙏

[@ianbrown4242]

Unbelievably useful

[@carloquinn3470]

Excellent Demonstration, especially the closeup shots.

[@InStitches]

Thank you very much!

[@jimnlindy]

I have had my little green baby lock since the 1980s. It works great on two threads for overlocking, but I could never figure out the manual to see what else it could do. Thank you very much for your excellent video!

[@g2gworms]

Thanks for this! It was a huge help.

[@lifesgood874]

Thank you so much. Do you have any videos on how to do shirring on this machine?? 🙏

[@enzotreppa]

Hello. Just found your video. Got a 605 and a 5180. I need to do a once over and clean. They both work great but the 5801 defiantly needs some oil. Trying to figure out where the proper places to oil and how to access seems to be a struggle when it comes to online info. I figure the 605 and the 5810 are similar enough. Are you able to do a "maintenance" video for your 605? I am sure there are others that would value such a video. Also, Thanks for this video its what made my mind up for what to get as my 1st serger. Solid build meant to last. Plus they look so cool!

[@agongos9]

Okay! Going out to re-thread my EA-605. I'm jealous that you threaded those needles so quickly! I will try removing the foot as you did, to see if that helps. Now if I can just figure out why the overlocker stitches are skipping! Thanks for the video.

[@stellasciolino498]

Deb & Paul Lueders ...did you ever threaded correctly? I’m still fighting with mine...and I’m losing!😂

[@agongos9]

@@stellasciolino498 yes. Fine tweezers help a lot!

[@rachaelchan5125]

Such a useful video, thanks

[@katerinataylor7183]

Super helpful video! Would you have any info on the motor that comes with this BL, regarding oiling/greasing it? I have noticed that there is what appears to be an oiling hole, but neither of the instructions manuals i have found online mentions anything about libricating the motor.

[@cristina194]

Muchas Gracias eres el mejor para enseñar, thanks you much.

[@youme9891]

very informative video, thanks👍👍👍

[@nenirend]

Gosh it is a tough machine i inherited from my mom and can't get it to work can you demonstrate how the knives work and the position of the overlock looper and the chain looper

[@lindsaysurdukan251]

I can’t thank you enough!

[@nouramirdamadi4511]

how are these.chain overlocker types timed? can never find a video

[@lindsaysurdukan251]

But wait, where do the threads go with regards to the presser foot?? I have a bl4-605 and am struggling. Everything threaded but no chain

[@supernova6524]

I just picked up a baby lock blse200 and the feed dogs won’t move. Everything else is working perfectly. Any advice?

[@5kristy71]

One of my thread mast is broken, can you get a replacement for it?

[@uphillcouchpotato]

At least now I know that I threaded it right by following the instructions inside the machine. I got one of those some time ago on goodwill but never managed to get it to work properly. I've dialed in the overlock tension to a point that it looks decent enough and the thread wont rip that often. But I cannot get the chain stitch to work. I've been trying for a few days now and am afraid that I played with too many settings at once (i.e. foot pressure, stitch length, thread tension, etc). So I have one of two things happen most of the time: either the thread slips out of the left needle or it rips after a few stitches no matter how gentle I try to push the pedal. I'd be interested in more calibration video on how to troubleshoot these issues since the information on the net seems sparse or I am searching wrong. For example what is the right height for the adjustment screw of the left needle and why does this matter? This is probably obvious for a sewing machine engineer or someone who knows what he/she is doing. Thanks for the video! @kev23 Gr: I got mine for 30$ at goodwill, but I would not recommend it as a beginner.. I'd rather get another cheap used overlocker(I did, it broke, I learned something)

[@InStitches]

I'm pleased you enjoyed the video. Make sure you have the correct needle installed and replace it with a new one if possible. Make sure you have the top thread threaded correctly and the top tension should be firm and the lower tension should be relatively light. Thread the needle last, always thread looper first. Take a look at this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGiYpouvmJKGmM0 - it's for a different model but may explain the fix for your issue.

[@gairohurling8640]

Hi I've bought second baby lock. Im not happy with the flex wire. I don't think that's propper wire. What wire must i buy please.

[@mariasantos-yd1sp]

Pode dizer por gentileza Qual a numeração das duas agulhas desse máquina? Obrigadao

[@shaheenahmad8859]

Very informative 👏

[@realperson6201]

Thank you that was very helpful. I just got an EF 205 and the foot pedal is for a different machine. Do you have any tips as to how I can find a replacement foot pedal and chord?

[@victoriamolokwu243]

I just got this babylock from goodwill and i threaded it exactly as you did in the vide. But my surging isn’t looking so perfect and the straight sewing beside the chain stitch isn’t present. How can i fix this please?

[@InStitches]

More than likely the tensions need adjusting.

[@misheckmaseko5763]

Same here, are you able to fix timing?

[@roxannehoben6221]

I have a question about my Babylock e 605..my safety stitch will not stay chained or threaded. I have loosened and tried to set it right but maybe there is another problem I am not aware of that you may have the answer to. Or someone reading comments. Thanks Roxanne

[@leslietinyhousebuilderwann3851]

How do you make it cut the fabric? I have the blue model which is very similar.

[@mercedesmartinez8568]

Por favor¿ que aguja lleva la maquina?

[@susanlight8610]

Terrific many thanks.

[@68868s]

I have an old Designer Lock ML604 and I cannot find any instruction manual for this machine. Maybe you can tell me where I can find one?

[@chizobasunday13]

Can it be used as three thread overlocker, is there a tweak?

[@ili1539]

Excelente explicación gracias

[@chendahuoth3260]

Can you show the way to change the needles of this EA-605 baby lock?

[@arelygodinez9889]

Hi I would like for you to make a video to show the correct tension for the chain stitch. My machine will sew but only a small section. I feel as if something is lose or not properly placed. I checked my thread and I have it as you explain in this video and cant find the problem. Thank you

[@InStitches]

Not sure if you've tried already but make sure you have the correct needle installed and that it's installed correctly. Also check threading and tension. Thanks.

[@thevintagestitchgarage5524]

Thank you for the video😊 I just purchased this exact model. Now I have some insight on how to set it up.🙏

[@InStitches]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jameyscott5554]

Hello...I will be following....I was wondering if you can tell me what type of needles this machine uses...I see organ 14 90 but there are so many can you please help me to find the correct ones

[@InStitches]

Hi, from memory it takes a BLx1 needle. Thanks.

[@anthonyponcio8785]

Hello dude what kind of needle are you using on this Juki overlock

[@gladystorres1740]

Hola buenas tardes, por favor necesito ayuda para saber cómo colocar la máquina en costura de collaretera. Podrías hacer el vídeo con la demostración. Gracias.

[@obianujuego-osuala9434]

Thank you for this video. It was very helpful. Pls can you teach us how to do a rolled hem with this machine?

[@emmakearney4487]

how do you take of and on the stitch finger, i broke mine but ordered another one

[@farmeedabi4391]

Thankyou so much I've got the same machine and printed the manual off from an online site. It's helpful but doesn't explain in detail as required. Thankyou so much for your help.... Where did you get the light from and can I ask what how you attached It to the machine Thanks again

[@josephmdesigns9858]

Thank you so much

[@znycelondon5313]

Hi, Followed your instructions for threading( serger was gifted to me) . Will not feed fabric and left needle keeps unthreading from needle. Any hints as to what I may be doing wrong?

[@noatia584]

What size and brand are the needles for this machine? I recently bought one and the needles that came with it broke and I cannot for the life of me find the needles for it because they're so petit and fully round. Any help or a direction to go in would be very helpful

[@sandraSilvaardnas2015]

HI I NEED THE presser foot THAT MACHINE BABYLOCK EA-605, PLIS HELP ME I NEED KNOW GET

[@marinaplata2940]

Gracias, lo miraré nuevamente, hasta que aprenda bien. Tengo una pregunta al que me quiera contestar, por favor que lo hagan y es que : Pasaba la overlock, y después le pasaba la maquina de coser puntada recta, y pienso que con tu enseñanza no tengo necesidad de pasar la recta, que alguien me conteste por favor. Muchas gracias. Bendiciones

[@stellasciolino498]

Just got my little green machine back from a tune up. Can I use spool thread instead of cone thread just to practice threading it? If I were to number the spools, starting on the left, 1 2 3 4....what is the sequence for threading. Thank you.

[@InStitches]

The sequence shown in the video is good.

[@blandinedebuck5070]

Hi there, can you tell me wich needle are needed please ?

[@InStitches]

From memory, I think it takes a BLx1 needle. Thanks.

[@blandinedebuck5070]

Thank you for your answer. I threading correctly but the overlocking point doesnt work. Only the chain. The third thread doesn't work. Can you tell me why please ?

[@blandinedebuck5070]

After buying the original notice of the EA 605. It's said it need DBx1 needles

[@adyalvarez1756]

Someone gave me the baby lock BL4-605 , loving your video but I’m not sure of how many needles the machine uses since it only has one on the machine and not sure which needles it uses a little confused thanks

[@InStitches]

I'm not sure off the top of my head but if you take a look at the bottom of the needle bar, there maybe a hole for another needle.

[@fransherbst1237]

Any idea why my top first cotton keeps breaking.

[@traceyburke4385]

Hi can u tell me how to change the stitch length please

[@isayerren2275]

Moví la cuchilla y ahora no corta oe favor puede hacer un vídeo de como ajustar las cuchillas.salydoa desde Lima Perú y Gracias por su paciencia.

[@sillylittlegoober810]

how does this machine handle denim? I have just found one of these for sale but I need it for denim so I dont want to buy it if its only for lighter fabrics

[@InStitches]

It will handle denim but when there are more than a couple of layers it may struggle.

[@teenazless]

Is this the same machine as the BL4-605?

[@hamishgeorge5650]

What needles does this machine use? Are they available at Spotlight NZ

[@DB-ky3dv]

Hello thank you for this good video Is this machine made only of metal parts? Thank you

[@ruthminer1591]

Hello. What are the difference between a Juki Ea 605 and Ef 205? Thanks!!

[@realperson6201]

the 205 does only an overlock stitch, the 605 also does a chain stitch. If you have the 205, follow this video's instructions for the overlock threads.

[@maureenwatson4930]

Is the flat of the needle to the front

[@InStitches]

From memory, I think these machines take a round shank needle with no flat. The long groove on the needle faces towards you on this model. Thanks.

[@maureenwatson4930]

Where can i buy the needles or the 405-EFand thankyou for helping me

[@InStitches]

@@maureenwatson4930 Your closest sewing machine repair shop or online. Thanks.

[@bbbamchan4606]

Saan puede makabili ng looper ng baby lock

[@dakamythist2273]

where is the differential?

[@guytheoutdoorguy1316]

Will it work with only one needle

[@sunilalata5486]

Hi please explain why my needle hitting lower looper

[@InStitches]

For a start, try replacing the needle with a brand new one out of the pack and also make sure you're using the correct needle type.

[@stellasciolino498]

I was gifted an EA 605 serger. I downloaded the manual. I was able to thread it by watching you video. I have an extra blade, but can’t understand the instructions on how to change it. Do you have a video on how to do that? Thanks you.

[@InStitches]

Not at the moment but I plan on doing one. Thanks.

[@nicamano6926]

Hi where you download the manual booklet of your juki. Thank you advance

[@beefstuy]

Where/how often do you oil this machine? Thank you!! Love the video!

[@gladystorres1740]

Hola buenas noches . Podrías publicar el manual de mantenimiento , de la máquina. No lo tengo. También me interesa manual de funcionamiento. Gracias 🤗

[@fayesinatkas9191]

Does anyone have a EF 405 model please don’t know how to thread it

[@realperson6201]

Inside the door under the plate is a diagram that might help.

[@cristhyrr]

Where I can find parts for this machine?

[@cristhyrr]

My mom needs the part that you threaded in minute 9:57, the little guide.

[@marinaplata2940]

Tengo esa máquina, pero no me gusta la puntada de seguridad , me parece que queda muy ancho, y no me gusta, y me encanta mi maquinita, pero quisiera saber si la puedo arreglar que quede mas angosto la costura.

[@sandrsilva1466]

i need pie prensatelas, plis help me ,

[@amyanselmo]

HI, I followed this a few times and I am definitely doing something incorrectly, the thread is wrapping around the back thin section of the presser foot next to the right side needle. I think it may have to do with how I leave the threads at the very end of the process. I found the manual here: drive.google.com/file/d/1rf66DPL4IwW6sxk2oF9JMjtsTUDW3NVR/view but I am hoping that this is a common mistake that someone may have a little advice for me. I appreciate the help. I am excited to try this little beauty out!

[@diegocacaroto6282]

Un video de puesta a punto porfavor

[@MuhammadIslamTailor-j9q]

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[@kev23gr40]

What is the price? of this machine

[@InStitches]

I don't sell machines via youtube sorry.

[@agongos9]

I got it making the correct chains, but when I put fabric in, it stalls. Groan.

[@luzdariipusgutierrez9786]

Porque la aguja pega enlaplanchela

[@الحمدلله-غ1ق9ه]

😘😘😘😘😘😘

[@marioahumada2062]

No de

[@MuhammadIslamTailor-j9q]

How much this over lock Qatari rial