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...to those parts in this manual. 3. No responsibility will be identical to the off ) when making any possible damage as threading or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc. 10. See instructions for a double-insulated product must be taken on the sewing...the This sewing and embroidery computer is provided on a doubleinsulated product nor should the sewing computer be added to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for grounding be left unattended when plugged in use the sewing computer outdoors. 13. Close attention is ...
...to those parts in this manual. 3. No responsibility will be identical to the off ) when making any possible damage as threading or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc. 10. See instructions for a double-insulated product must be taken on the sewing...the This sewing and embroidery computer is provided on a doubleinsulated product nor should the sewing computer be added to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for grounding be left unattended when plugged in use the sewing computer outdoors. 13. Close attention is ...
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...light 40 Slide-on table socket 41 Bobbin pre-tension 42 Tension adjustment wheel 43 Presser foot pressure dial 44 Presser foot lifter 45 Thread cutter on head frame 46 Magnifying glass holder 47 Handwheel 48 Spool pin (vertical, collapsible) 49 Power switch on/off («0»...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...
...light 40 Slide-on table socket 41 Bobbin pre-tension 42 Tension adjustment wheel 43 Presser foot pressure dial 44 Presser foot lifter 45 Thread cutter on head frame 46 Magnifying glass holder 47 Handwheel 48 Spool pin (vertical, collapsible) 49 Power switch on/off («0»...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...
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... not have to be brought up as the loose end is full • remove the bobbin Thread Cutter • cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter • press the engaging lever against the bobbin • the bobbin winder works automatically • the winding speed can be adjusted ... To Remove the Bobbin Case • raise the needle • turn power switch to «I» (on) • place empty bobbin on spindle Threading the Bobbin • place thread on the case should point upwards • insert so that it clicks into place • close the bobbin cover ! diameter of...
... not have to be brought up as the loose end is full • remove the bobbin Thread Cutter • cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter • press the engaging lever against the bobbin • the bobbin winder works automatically • the winding speed can be adjusted ... To Remove the Bobbin Case • raise the needle • turn power switch to «I» (on) • place empty bobbin on spindle Threading the Bobbin • place thread on the case should point upwards • insert so that it clicks into place • close the bobbin cover ! diameter of...
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... to «0» (off) • attach the foam pad • place spool on pin (thread winds clockwise) • attach the appropriate spool disc - Threading the Upper Thread C A B D Attaching the Thread Spool • raise the needle and presser foot • turn clockwise. Clockwise Turning of the take... thread up lever ! There must turn the power switch to the safety instructions! Pulling the Thread Under the Spring Pull the thread to the right of the Bobbin The bobbin must be no clearance between...
... to «0» (off) • attach the foam pad • place spool on pin (thread winds clockwise) • attach the appropriate spool disc - Threading the Upper Thread C A B D Attaching the Thread Spool • raise the needle and presser foot • turn clockwise. Clockwise Turning of the take... thread up lever ! There must turn the power switch to the safety instructions! Pulling the Thread Under the Spring Pull the thread to the right of the Bobbin The bobbin must be no clearance between...
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... presser foot • press lever A down and simultaneously guide the thread around hook B to the right of the needle Thread in Front of Needle • put the thread from front to back over the head frame cutter The bobbin thread must be brought up through the stitch plate hole • take ... in the hook Release the Lever and Thread • let go of lever A and thread • pull the thread loop through the needle eye Special needles such as double and triple needles must be threaded by hand Bringing up the Lower Thread • hold the upper thread • sew one stitch by tapping ...
... presser foot • press lever A down and simultaneously guide the thread around hook B to the right of the needle Thread in Front of Needle • put the thread from front to back over the head frame cutter The bobbin thread must be brought up through the stitch plate hole • take ... in the hook Release the Lever and Thread • let go of lever A and thread • pull the thread loop through the needle eye Special needles such as double and triple needles must be threaded by hand Bringing up the Lower Thread • hold the upper thread • sew one stitch by tapping ...
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... 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. Operating Instructions 13 Refer to the safety instructions! double needle work • raise the pin until it will go • tighten the needle clamp screw... needle down to remove Inserting the Needle • flat side of the sewing computer behind the handwheel • essential aid for stability, this prevents the thread from getting caught on the spool pin 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN
... 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. Operating Instructions 13 Refer to the safety instructions! double needle work • raise the pin until it will go • tighten the needle clamp screw... needle down to remove Inserting the Needle • flat side of the sewing computer behind the handwheel • essential aid for stability, this prevents the thread from getting caught on the spool pin 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN
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... front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the right side • thread sewing computer as usual and thread the right needle Threading the Second Thread • place thread spool on the additional spool pin and thread • guide the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the left...
... front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the right side • thread sewing computer as usual and thread the right needle Threading the Second Thread • place thread spool on the additional spool pin and thread • guide the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the left...
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... technician. Caution: Please note that a defective CFL sewing light must be brought to suit the fabric Tension Needle Metallic thread approx. 3 90 Mono- The sewing computer must ONLY be adjusted to an authorized BERNINA dealer! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN filament approx. 2-4 80 The tension is factory set for special sewing work • for...
... technician. Caution: Please note that a defective CFL sewing light must be brought to suit the fabric Tension Needle Metallic thread approx. 3 90 Mono- The sewing computer must ONLY be adjusted to an authorized BERNINA dealer! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN filament approx. 2-4 80 The tension is factory set for special sewing work • for...
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...needs • it has a high tensile strength and is particularly colorfast • polyester thread is more flexible and is recommended where a strong and elastic seam is mercerized it ...thread. Polyester Thread • polyester thread is suitable for sewing cotton fabrics • if cotton thread is required The following are achieved. 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 thread...
...needs • it has a high tensile strength and is particularly colorfast • polyester thread is more flexible and is recommended where a strong and elastic seam is mercerized it ...thread. Polyester Thread • polyester thread is suitable for sewing cotton fabrics • if cotton thread is required The following are achieved. 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 thread...
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... sewing project or as to the thread can break the thread. medium ball point Needle scarf Flat shank Shank length 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Too Thick Thread or too Fine Needle The thread rubs on the front of the groove and can get jammed. Needle Summary BERNINA requires needle system 130/705 H.... Too Thin Thread or too Thick Needle The thread has too much clearance in the groove. ...
... sewing project or as to the thread can break the thread. medium ball point Needle scarf Flat shank Shank length 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Too Thick Thread or too Fine Needle The thread rubs on the front of the groove and can get jammed. Needle Summary BERNINA requires needle system 130/705 H.... Too Thin Thread or too Thick Needle The thread has too much clearance in the groove. ...
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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 75-90 75-90 75-90 80-100 100-... eye, slight ball point Embroidery on all natural and synthetic fabrics Metafil 130/705 H-MET Large eye Sewing with metallic threads Cordonnet 130/705 H-N Small ball point, long eye Topstitching with thick thread Wing needle 130/705 HO Wide needle (wing) Hemstitching Double wing needle 130/705 H-ZWI-HO Special effects with...
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 75-90 75-90 75-90 80-100 100-... eye, slight ball point Embroidery on all natural and synthetic fabrics Metafil 130/705 H-MET Large eye Sewing with metallic threads Cordonnet 130/705 H-N Small ball point, long eye Topstitching with thick thread Wing needle 130/705 HO Wide needle (wing) Hemstitching Double wing needle 130/705 H-ZWI-HO Special effects with...
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...the stitch length to adjust stitch or pivot. Adjust the stitch length to suit the thread For example use as a decorative top stitch with batiste. Applications Straight Stitch Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Straight stitch No. 1 size and type suitable for the... selected according to the technique, e.g. 38 Practical Stitches - manual darning • suitable for all fabrics Triple Straight Stitch Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Triple straight stitch No. 6 Jeans or 80-90 universal cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern foot...
...the stitch length to adjust stitch or pivot. Adjust the stitch length to suit the thread For example use as a decorative top stitch with batiste. Applications Straight Stitch Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Straight stitch No. 1 size and type suitable for the... selected according to the technique, e.g. 38 Practical Stitches - manual darning • suitable for all fabrics Triple Straight Stitch Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Triple straight stitch No. 6 Jeans or 80-90 universal cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern foot...
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... automatically (5 stitches reverse, 5 stitches forward) • sewing computer stops automatically when securing is exactly on head frame. Securing Stitch (Straight Stitch With Securing) Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Securing stitch No. 5 size and type suitable for all fabrics • secures beginning and the end of seam • reverse stitching...
... automatically (5 stitches reverse, 5 stitches forward) • sewing computer stops automatically when securing is exactly on head frame. Securing Stitch (Straight Stitch With Securing) Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Securing stitch No. 5 size and type suitable for all fabrics • secures beginning and the end of seam • reverse stitching...
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40 Practical Stitches - Applications Edgestitching Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Straight stitch No. 1 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton, polyester or cordonnet (topstitching) up (sewing position) Reverse pattern ...
40 Practical Stitches - Applications Edgestitching Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Straight stitch No. 1 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton, polyester or cordonnet (topstitching) up (sewing position) Reverse pattern ...
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Zig-zag Stitch Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Zig-zag stitch No. 2 size and type suitable for new decorative effects. Applications 41 Zig-zag Stitch • suitable for appliqu&#... - the edge should lie flat and not roll • needle goes into fabric on stitch length bar Oversewing edges If edges roll, use a fine darning thread for lightweight fabric Satin Stitch • dense stitch used for all fabrics • overcasting • elastic seams • decorative sewing Oversewing Edges • guide edge...
Zig-zag Stitch Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Zig-zag stitch No. 2 size and type suitable for new decorative effects. Applications 41 Zig-zag Stitch • suitable for appliqu&#... - the edge should lie flat and not roll • needle goes into fabric on stitch length bar Oversewing edges If edges roll, use a fine darning thread for lightweight fabric Satin Stitch • dense stitch used for all fabrics • overcasting • elastic seams • decorative sewing Oversewing Edges • guide edge...
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... Simple darning program No. 22 can also be done with the Balance function see following description). Applications Darning Program Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Simple darning program No. 22, Reinforced darning program No. 23 size and type suitable for the fabric ... • press and release the Quick Reverse button at the desired length; the sewing computer stops automatically Reinforced Darning Program No. 23 replaces threads along the lengthwise grain in all fabrics Preparation • use Automatic buttonhole foot No. 3A • place a piece of the worn area...
... Simple darning program No. 22 can also be done with the Balance function see following description). Applications Darning Program Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Simple darning program No. 22, Reinforced darning program No. 23 size and type suitable for the fabric ... • press and release the Quick Reverse button at the desired length; the sewing computer stops automatically Reinforced Darning Program No. 23 replaces threads along the lengthwise grain in all fabrics Preparation • use Automatic buttonhole foot No. 3A • place a piece of the worn area...
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... spread over the first rows - Complete Darning • sew loosely and in all fabrics. Applications 43 Poor stitch formation • if the thread is lying on the right side of the fabric, the hoop is being moved smoothly 1. Darning foot No. 9 Darning Holes or Worn Areas... Replaces both lengthways and crossways threads in same direction as this prevents holes and thread breakage) • work in irregular lengths • turn work by a quarter turn - 180° 3. not too close ...
... spread over the first rows - Complete Darning • sew loosely and in all fabrics. Applications 43 Poor stitch formation • if the thread is lying on the right side of the fabric, the hoop is being moved smoothly 1. Darning foot No. 9 Darning Holes or Worn Areas... Replaces both lengthways and crossways threads in same direction as this prevents holes and thread breakage) • work in irregular lengths • turn work by a quarter turn - 180° 3. not too close ...
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...damage knits Use a Stretch Needle (130/705 H-S) if Necessary • the needle point slides easily between the fibers Use a Fine Sewing Thread • coarse threads can wave when sewn: • reduce the pressure until the seam lies flat • the sewing computer must still feed the fabric properly... • soft, loose knits can damage knits and cause holes when the garment is washed When Basting, Use a Darning Thread • very lightweight (80 weight) darning thread is easier to remove once the seam is complete Sew a Test if Necessary • the elasticity of today's knit fabrics...
...damage knits Use a Stretch Needle (130/705 H-S) if Necessary • the needle point slides easily between the fibers Use a Fine Sewing Thread • coarse threads can wave when sewn: • reduce the pressure until the seam lies flat • the sewing computer must still feed the fabric properly... • soft, loose knits can damage knits and cause holes when the garment is washed When Basting, Use a Darning Thread • very lightweight (80 weight) darning thread is easier to remove once the seam is complete Sew a Test if Necessary • the elasticity of today's knit fabrics...
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...031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Sewing • sew the overlock seam along the pin on the foot allows for overlock stitches. Vari-overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Vari-overlock No. 3 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse ...seams in knits and jerseys. Closed Seam Stretchy seam in each stitch so that the elasticity of the fabric Double Overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: feed dog: Presser foot: Double overlock No. 10 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) ...
...031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Sewing • sew the overlock seam along the pin on the foot allows for overlock stitches. Vari-overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Vari-overlock No. 3 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse ...seams in knits and jerseys. Closed Seam Stretchy seam in each stitch so that the elasticity of the fabric Double Overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: feed dog: Presser foot: Double overlock No. 10 size and type suitable for the fabric selected cotton or polyester up (sewing position) ...
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46 Practical Stitches - Applications Stretch Overlock Seam/Reinforced Overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Stretch overlock No. 13 or Reinforced overlock No. 19 universal, ballpoint or stretch cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern ... edge • the stitch should sew over the edge of the fabric on the right swing of the needle Super Stretch/Stretch Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Super stretch No. 11 or Stretch No. 18 universal, ballpoint or stretch cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern foot...
46 Practical Stitches - Applications Stretch Overlock Seam/Reinforced Overlock Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Stretch overlock No. 13 or Reinforced overlock No. 19 universal, ballpoint or stretch cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern ... edge • the stitch should sew over the edge of the fabric on the right swing of the needle Super Stretch/Stretch Seam Stitch: Needle: Thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Super stretch No. 11 or Stretch No. 18 universal, ballpoint or stretch cotton or polyester up (sewing position) Reverse pattern foot...
