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...use only. Never operate this sewing computer is not in use bent needles. 8. The wrong plate can cause needle breakage. 7. Do not use , it has fallen into any openings on behalf of BERNINA for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Do not pull ... push fabric while stitching, which may also be added to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for any air vents blocked. This sewing computer is required around the sewing needle. 6. SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation...
...use only. Never operate this sewing computer is not in use bent needles. 8. The wrong plate can cause needle breakage. 7. Do not use , it has fallen into any openings on behalf of BERNINA for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Do not pull ... push fabric while stitching, which may also be added to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for any air vents blocked. This sewing computer is required around the sewing needle. 6. SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation...
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... F lightly • insert the presser feet into the slot • Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A can be stored in the left compartment G • the needle selection box can be stored in compartment H Attaching the Accessory Box to the Sewing Computer • close the doors • push feet back into position...
... F lightly • insert the presser feet into the slot • Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A can be stored in the left compartment G • the needle selection box can be stored in compartment H Attaching the Accessory Box to the Sewing Computer • close the doors • push feet back into position...
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... Sewing in zippers 9 Darning foot Used with the feed dog in bobbin case) • selection of BERNINA specialty presser feet for sewing buttonholes *can vary from your BERNINA dealer. 8 Jeans foot Straight stitching in thick, firm fabrics Accessories 5 3 Buttonhole foot Buttonholes 5 Blindstitch...Open embroidery foot Embroidery, appliqué, satin stitch seams, monograms BERNINA Specialty Presser Feet The standard selection of presser feet covers most normal sewing requirements, but we recommend the use of 130/705 H needles • seam ripper • small screwdriver • angular ...
... Sewing in zippers 9 Darning foot Used with the feed dog in bobbin case) • selection of BERNINA specialty presser feet for sewing buttonholes *can vary from your BERNINA dealer. 8 Jeans foot Straight stitching in thick, firm fabrics Accessories 5 3 Buttonhole foot Buttonholes 5 Blindstitch...Open embroidery foot Embroidery, appliqué, satin stitch seams, monograms BERNINA Specialty Presser Feet The standard selection of presser feet covers most normal sewing requirements, but we recommend the use of 130/705 H needles • seam ripper • small screwdriver • angular ...
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... Embroidery module connection 54 Foot control socket 55 Drop feed dog 1 Bobbin cover 2 Stitch plate 3 Attachment base for special accessories 4 Darning hoop connection 5 Presser foot 6 Needle clamp 7 Thread guide 8 Needle threader 9 Thread take-up cover 10 Thread path 11 Thread take-up /down button 17 Pattern end button 18... Needle position buttons 19 Screen 20 Bobbin winder with on /off switch and thread cutter 21 Practical stitch button 22 Decorative stitch button 23 Alphabet button ...
... Embroidery module connection 54 Foot control socket 55 Drop feed dog 1 Bobbin cover 2 Stitch plate 3 Attachment base for special accessories 4 Darning hoop connection 5 Presser foot 6 Needle clamp 7 Thread guide 8 Needle threader 9 Thread take-up cover 10 Thread path 11 Thread take-up /down button 17 Pattern end button 18... Needle position buttons 19 Screen 20 Bobbin winder with on /off switch and thread cutter 21 Practical stitch button 22 Decorative stitch button 23 Alphabet button ...
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... Cable • plug C into sewing computer A C B Foot Control Sewing Speed • control the sewing speed by depressing the foot control • raise or lower the needle by tapping on («I the sewing computer is switched on the foot control with your heel Cable Tidy • wind the cable around the spool...
... Cable • plug C into sewing computer A C B Foot Control Sewing Speed • control the sewing speed by depressing the foot control • raise or lower the needle by tapping on («I the sewing computer is switched on the foot control with your heel Cable Tidy • wind the cable around the spool...
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...stitch is sewn Attaching the Presser Foot Lifter • insert into the groove (underside of the table Scale • «0» corresponds to the center needle position Operating Instructions 9 Free Hand System (FHS) Presser Foot Lifter Presser Foot Lifter • the FHS raises and lowers the presser foot • push...; the feed dog is lowered simultaneously • the feed dog is raised as soon as pant legs and waistbands To Attach • raise the needle and presser foot • place the table to the right over the whole width of table) from left or right • it can be ...
...stitch is sewn Attaching the Presser Foot Lifter • insert into the groove (underside of the table Scale • «0» corresponds to the center needle position Operating Instructions 9 Free Hand System (FHS) Presser Foot Lifter Presser Foot Lifter • the FHS raises and lowers the presser foot • push...; the feed dog is lowered simultaneously • the feed dog is raised as soon as pant legs and waistbands To Attach • raise the needle and presser foot • place the table to the right over the whole width of table) from left or right • it can be ...
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... • follow the instructions as described above for the next steps of winding the bobbin Bobbin Case A To Remove the Bobbin Case • raise the needle • turn power switch to three times around the pre-tension stud • wind the thread two to «I» (on) • place empty bobbin...
... • follow the instructions as described above for the next steps of winding the bobbin Bobbin Case A To Remove the Bobbin Case • raise the needle • turn power switch to three times around the pre-tension stud • wind the thread two to «I» (on) • place empty bobbin...
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Threading the Upper Thread C A B D Attaching the Thread Spool • raise the needle and presser foot • turn clockwise. up cover to B Up • take - Refer to the left of the take thread up lever ! Inserting the Bobbin ...
Threading the Upper Thread C A B D Attaching the Thread Spool • raise the needle and presser foot • turn clockwise. up cover to B Up • take - Refer to the left of the take thread up lever ! Inserting the Bobbin ...
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... upper thread to the back • pull threads over the head frame cutter The bobbin thread must be brought up through the needle eye Special needles such as the first stitch is sufficient for certain types of work if the lower thread cutter has been used. The length of... thread is sewn 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN 12 Operating Instructions Needle Threader A B Lever Down and Thread in Hook • raise the needle • lower the presser foot • press lever A down and simultaneously guide the thread around hook B to...
... upper thread to the back • pull threads over the head frame cutter The bobbin thread must be brought up through the needle eye Special needles such as the first stitch is sufficient for certain types of work if the lower thread cutter has been used. The length of... thread is sewn 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN 12 Operating Instructions Needle Threader A B Lever Down and Thread in Hook • raise the needle • lower the presser foot • press lever A down and simultaneously guide the thread around hook B to...
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...Instructions 13 Refer to the back • insert the needle as far as it clicks into its vertical position • add the foam pad A for sewing with more than one thread, i.e. Changing the Needle Removing the Needle • raise the needle • turn power switch to «0» ...(off) • lower the presser foot • loosen the needle clamp screw • pull the needle down to remove Inserting the Needle • flat side of the sewing...
...Instructions 13 Refer to the back • insert the needle as far as it clicks into its vertical position • add the foam pad A for sewing with more than one thread, i.e. Changing the Needle Removing the Needle • raise the needle • turn power switch to «0» ...(off) • lower the presser foot • loosen the needle clamp screw • pull the needle down to remove Inserting the Needle • flat side of the sewing...
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... • guide the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the left side • thread the left needle • threads must not be twisted together When using the supplementary spool pin (vertical) always attach the foam pad (prevents the thread from getting... caught on the spool pin) Threading the Triple Needle • two thread spools and one full bobbin are needed A • place one thread spool on horizontal spool pin • place second thread...
... • guide the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the left side • thread the left needle • threads must not be twisted together When using the supplementary spool pin (vertical) always attach the foam pad (prevents the thread from getting... caught on the spool pin) Threading the Triple Needle • two thread spools and one full bobbin are needed A • place one thread spool on horizontal spool pin • place second thread...
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Caution: Please note that a defective CFL sewing light must be brought to an authorized BERNINA dealer! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN filament approx. 2-4 80 The tension is factory set for the best results with the marking A • the tension does ...an ordinary bulb, the CFL sewing light has a better illumination and a longer life. The sewing computer must ONLY be adjusted to suit the fabric Tension Needle Metallic thread approx. 3 90 Mono- Thread Tension Settings Perfect Stitch Formation • the stitch formation is in line with Metrosene 100/2 threads (Arova Mettler,...
Caution: Please note that a defective CFL sewing light must be brought to an authorized BERNINA dealer! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN filament approx. 2-4 80 The tension is factory set for the best results with the marking A • the tension does ...an ordinary bulb, the CFL sewing light has a better illumination and a longer life. The sewing computer must ONLY be adjusted to suit the fabric Tension Needle Metallic thread approx. 3 90 Mono- Thread Tension Settings Perfect Stitch Formation • the stitch formation is in line with Metrosene 100/2 threads (Arova Mettler,...
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...important role. It is recommended to use . Cotton Thread • cotton thread has the advantage of thread and needle optimum sewing results are the guidelines: fine fabrics: fine thread (darning thread, embroidery thread) mediumweight fabrics: normal thread heavyweight fabrics: heavier ...8226; polyester thread is suitable for sewing cotton fabrics • if cotton thread is chosen according to be taken when choosing needle and thread. Thread Needle, Thread and Fabric The thread is mercerized it has a high tensile strength and is particularly colorfast • polyester thread ...
...important role. It is recommended to use . Cotton Thread • cotton thread has the advantage of thread and needle optimum sewing results are the guidelines: fine fabrics: fine thread (darning thread, embroidery thread) mediumweight fabrics: normal thread heavyweight fabrics: heavier ...8226; polyester thread is suitable for sewing cotton fabrics • if cotton thread is chosen according to be taken when choosing needle and thread. Thread Needle, Thread and Fabric The thread is mercerized it has a high tensile strength and is particularly colorfast • polyester thread ...
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... rubs on the front of the groove and can get jammed. Needle Summary BERNINA requires needle system 130/705 H. This system number refers to length and form of the needle point. medium ball point Needle scarf Flat shank Shank length 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN A defective needle not only damages the fabric but also the sewing computer. This...
... rubs on the front of the groove and can get jammed. Needle Summary BERNINA requires needle system 130/705 H. This system number refers to length and form of the needle point. medium ball point Needle scarf Flat shank Shank length 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN A defective needle not only damages the fabric but also the sewing computer. This...
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...: 1.0 / 1.6 / 2.0 / 2.5 / 3.0 / 4.0 Visible hems in stretch fabrics, pintucks, decorative sewing Triple needle 130/705 H-DRI Needle distance 3.0 Decorative sewing Special needles are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used. 18 Operating Instructions Needle Summary Many materials are available at your BERNINA dealer. 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Needle size 60-100 70-90 90-100 80-110 60-90...
...: 1.0 / 1.6 / 2.0 / 2.5 / 3.0 / 4.0 Visible hems in stretch fabrics, pintucks, decorative sewing Triple needle 130/705 H-DRI Needle distance 3.0 Decorative sewing Special needles are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used. 18 Operating Instructions Needle Summary Many materials are available at your BERNINA dealer. 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Needle size 60-100 70-90 90-100 80-110 60-90...
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... prevent fabric from stretching • adjust pressure so that the fabric still feeds correctly Changing the Presser Foot Changing the Presser Foot • raise the needle and presser foot • turn power switch to the safety instructions! Raising the Lever • raise the clamping lever • remove the presser foot Attaching...
... prevent fabric from stretching • adjust pressure so that the fabric still feeds correctly Changing the Presser Foot Changing the Presser Foot • raise the needle and presser foot • turn power switch to the safety instructions! Raising the Lever • raise the clamping lever • remove the presser foot Attaching...
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... are at the back • the measurements correspond to the distance from the needle to the line Feed Dog A A 5.5mm (inch measurements) Straight Stitch Plate (optional accessory) • needle insertion point is position 0 (center needle position) • the measurements are marked to the right and left •...help to guide the fabric e.g. Removing the Stitch Plate • turn power switch off («0») • raise the presser foot and needle • lower feed dog • press the stitch plate down until it clicks into place Button flush with housing = feed dog is raised ...
... are at the back • the measurements correspond to the distance from the needle to the line Feed Dog A A 5.5mm (inch measurements) Straight Stitch Plate (optional accessory) • needle insertion point is position 0 (center needle position) • the measurements are marked to the right and left •...help to guide the fabric e.g. Removing the Stitch Plate • turn power switch off («0») • raise the presser foot and needle • lower feed dog • press the stitch plate down until it clicks into place Button flush with housing = feed dog is raised ...
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... fabric well. Correct this problem, place one, two or three 1 compensating plates as possible to the edge of the foot close as required behind the needle under the presser foot to thin or vice-versa, the feed dog cannot grip and feed the fabric and the fabric might jam. To correct... the height in front of the foot, place one or more plates to the needle. Operating instructions 21 If the foot is level again and remove the plates. Uneven layers To solve this by placing one or more compensating plates...
... fabric well. Correct this problem, place one, two or three 1 compensating plates as possible to the edge of the foot close as required behind the needle under the presser foot to thin or vice-versa, the feed dog cannot grip and feed the fabric and the fabric might jam. To correct... the height in front of the foot, place one or more plates to the needle. Operating instructions 21 If the foot is level again and remove the plates. Uneven layers To solve this by placing one or more compensating plates...
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... is operated with a combination of external buttons and knobs and a touch screen. 22 Displays on the screen, which shows: A Stitch width (basic setting always visible) B Needle Position (11 possibilities) C Selected, active stitch and number D Single Mode / Combi Mode E Up/down scroll arrows F Stitch length (basic setting always visible) G Presser Foot Indicator...
... is operated with a combination of external buttons and knobs and a touch screen. 22 Displays on the screen, which shows: A Stitch width (basic setting always visible) B Needle Position (11 possibilities) C Selected, active stitch and number D Single Mode / Combi Mode E Up/down scroll arrows F Stitch length (basic setting always visible) G Presser Foot Indicator...
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...computer is highlighted in the SAA. zig-zag) • alter the stitch width and stitch length with the external knobs • alter the needle position with the external buttons • touch the Stitch Altering Area (light blue) 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN are always visible. Selecting Functions • ... Dog • if the feed dog is pressed, the changes are deleted. 37 37 Saving Altered Settings Permanently The basic settings programmed by BERNINA can be changed and stored in blue (a number of your choice • the selected function is turned off («0») or the ...
...computer is highlighted in the SAA. zig-zag) • alter the stitch width and stitch length with the external knobs • alter the needle position with the external buttons • touch the Stitch Altering Area (light blue) 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN are always visible. Selecting Functions • ... Dog • if the feed dog is pressed, the changes are deleted. 37 37 Saving Altered Settings Permanently The basic settings programmed by BERNINA can be changed and stored in blue (a number of your choice • the selected function is turned off («0») or the ...