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Special care is provided with double insulation (except USA / Canada). Do not use the BERNINA original stitch plate. Always unplug the sewing computer from all instructions before pulling. 16. This sewing computer is required around the sewing needle. ...computer to those parts in . 2. Under no circumstances should always be identical to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for any openings on the cord, instead, grasp the plug before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should the sewing computer be done by pulling on the sewing...
Special care is provided with double insulation (except USA / Canada). Do not use the BERNINA original stitch plate. Always unplug the sewing computer from all instructions before pulling. 16. This sewing computer is required around the sewing needle. ...computer to those parts in . 2. Under no circumstances should always be identical to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for any openings on the cord, instead, grasp the plug before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should the sewing computer be done by pulling on the sewing...
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2 Dear artista Customer, BERNINA continues the long-standing tradition of embroidery. The artista 630 is the best sewing computer on the world market with our newest additions in the wonderful line of use . The artista 640, with the model range artista 630 and 640. ...The modern design and high functionality of the artista 630 and 640 guarantee you sewing satisfaction, ease of Bernina machines. H.P. an inspiring element. Ueltschi President BERNINA Sewing Machine Manufacturers BERNINA CH-8266 Steckborn www.bernina...
2 Dear artista Customer, BERNINA continues the long-standing tradition of embroidery. The artista 630 is the best sewing computer on the world market with our newest additions in the wonderful line of use . The artista 640, with the model range artista 630 and 640. ...The modern design and high functionality of the artista 630 and 640 guarantee you sewing satisfaction, ease of Bernina machines. H.P. an inspiring element. Ueltschi President BERNINA Sewing Machine Manufacturers BERNINA CH-8266 Steckborn www.bernina...
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The accessories can be used to the rear Caution: First lower the presser foot lifter! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN The box is equipped with one small and one large drawer (B and C) ...
The accessories can be used to the rear Caution: First lower the presser foot lifter! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN The box is equipped with one small and one large drawer (B and C) ...
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... with slide Buttonholes on smooth fabrics, darning 4 Zipper foot 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 country to slip and for quilting Standard Accessories...freehand embroidery 20 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 •...
... with slide Buttonholes on smooth fabrics, darning 4 Zipper foot 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 country to slip and for quilting Standard Accessories...freehand embroidery 20 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 •...
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... the foot control with your heel Cable Tidy • wind the cable around the spool • insert the plug into B or C Important! (USA/Canada only): Use only foot controller type LV1 with the power switch. ! do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. 8 Operating Instructions Power Cable The...
... the foot control with your heel Cable Tidy • wind the cable around the spool • insert the plug into B or C Important! (USA/Canada only): Use only foot controller type LV1 with the power switch. ! do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. 8 Operating Instructions Power Cable The...
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... • the threads release automatically as soon as the first stitch is sufficient for certain types of work if the lower thread cutter has been used. 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...
... • the threads release automatically as soon as the first stitch is sufficient for certain types of work if the lower thread cutter has been used. 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...
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... 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 •... guiding two threads on the left side of the tension disc A and one thread on the right side of the disc 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN By using the Supplementary thread guide (special accessories), thread winds off the spool much easier.
... 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 •... guiding two threads on the left side of the tension disc A and one thread on the right side of the disc 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN By using the Supplementary thread guide (special accessories), thread winds off the spool much easier.
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... the upper thread tension turn tension adjustment wheel to 5 - 10 CFL Sewing Light (CFL = Cool Fluorescent Light) Contrary to an authorized BERNINA dealer! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN If other threads are used, the tension may need adjusting for normal sewing work , the tension can be replaced by an authorized technician. filament approx. 2-4 80...
... the upper thread tension turn tension adjustment wheel to 5 - 10 CFL Sewing Light (CFL = Cool Fluorescent Light) Contrary to an authorized BERNINA dealer! 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN If other threads are used, the tension may need adjusting for normal sewing work , the tension can be replaced by an authorized technician. filament approx. 2-4 80...
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Thread Needle, Thread and Fabric The thread is chosen according to use . It is recommended to use quality brands. The fabric weight determines the thread weight and needle size and point form. 16 Operating Instructions Important Facts About Thread and ... natural fiber and therefore is especially suitable for practically all sewing needs • it will have a slight sheen Care must be wellsuited to the fabric used. Cotton Thread • cotton thread has the advantage of thread and needle optimum sewing results are the guidelines: fine fabrics: fine thread (darning thread, ...
Thread Needle, Thread and Fabric The thread is chosen according to use . It is recommended to use quality brands. The fabric weight determines the thread weight and needle size and point form. 16 Operating Instructions Important Facts About Thread and ... natural fiber and therefore is especially suitable for practically all sewing needs • it will have a slight sheen Care must be wellsuited to the fabric used. Cotton Thread • cotton thread has the advantage of thread and needle optimum sewing results are the guidelines: fine fabrics: fine thread (darning thread, ...
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... 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 75-90 75-90...
... 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 75-90 75-90...
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... of stitches appears again • the Scroll function (up/down) is used to find and view all changes are saved • touch «Reset Settings» to return to basic settings • touch «ESC» and ...
... of stitches appears again • the Scroll function (up/down) is used to find and view all changes are saved • touch «Reset Settings» to return to basic settings • touch «ESC» and ...
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... stitch summary appear on the screen Practical Stitches Practical Stitch Button • the Practical Stitch menu appears • 9 practical stitches appear on the screen • use arrows to scroll for viewing additional stitches Decorative Stitches Decorative Stitch Button • the Decorative Stitch menu appears • the 6 categories appear on screen •...
... stitch summary appear on the screen Practical Stitches Practical Stitch Button • the Practical Stitch menu appears • 9 practical stitches appear on the screen • use arrows to scroll for viewing additional stitches Decorative Stitches Decorative Stitch Button • the Decorative Stitch menu appears • the 6 categories appear on screen •...
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... scrolling the hand-look buttonhole will be visible Quilt Stitch Button • the Quilt Stitch screen appears • 9 quilt stitches are visible on screen • use arrows to scroll for additional stitches Embroidery Mode / Sewing Mode Embroidery Mode / Sewing Mode Button • change between Embroidery and Sewing Mode and vice versa...
... scrolling the hand-look buttonhole will be visible Quilt Stitch Button • the Quilt Stitch screen appears • 9 quilt stitches are visible on screen • use arrows to scroll for additional stitches Embroidery Mode / Sewing Mode Embroidery Mode / Sewing Mode Button • change between Embroidery and Sewing Mode and vice versa...
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28 Displays on Screen Tutorial for Embroidery Tutorial Button • the Selection menu (menu summary) appears • 9 menus for advice on embroidery are available on the screen Setup Program Setup Program • options appear • use Setup to customize your sewing computer's settings • customized settings can be reprogrammed at any time or reset to BERNINA factory settings 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN
28 Displays on Screen Tutorial for Embroidery Tutorial Button • the Selection menu (menu summary) appears • 9 menus for advice on embroidery are available on the screen Setup Program Setup Program • options appear • use Setup to customize your sewing computer's settings • customized settings can be reprogrammed at any time or reset to BERNINA factory settings 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN
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... the BSR function (optional) when BSR foot is attached and plugged in reverse as long as button is depressed • used to program buttonhole length • used to program darning length • used to designate end of the stitch combination can be secured at the beginning • press the button during an individual...
... the BSR function (optional) when BSR foot is attached and plugged in reverse as long as button is depressed • used to program buttonhole length • used to program darning length • used to designate end of the stitch combination can be secured at the beginning • press the button during an individual...
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determined by the sewing direction) • can be used in the selected program is reached (e.g. straight stitch), press the external Quick Reverse button • the display (or indicator) changes to basic setting by 2-5 times ...
determined by the sewing direction) • can be used in the selected program is reached (e.g. straight stitch), press the external Quick Reverse button • the display (or indicator) changes to basic setting by 2-5 times ...
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... 2 is blue) Manual 4 or 6 Step Buttonholes • touch symbol • a special screen appears • sew manual buttonhole in blue (= active) when a buttonhole is selected • using the Quick Reverse button on head frame a buttonhole length can be determined directly, or the displayed length can be entered directly by touching the symbol...
... 2 is blue) Manual 4 or 6 Step Buttonholes • touch symbol • a special screen appears • sew manual buttonhole in blue (= active) when a buttonhole is selected • using the Quick Reverse button on head frame a buttonhole length can be determined directly, or the displayed length can be entered directly by touching the symbol...
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... alteration of the basic settings may be necessary that the stitch width or the stitch length is altered • can be altered while sewing • use stitch width or stitch length knob to make alteration Changing the Needle Position • press external Needle Position buttons to change the needle position, so...
... alteration of the basic settings may be necessary that the stitch width or the stitch length is altered • can be altered while sewing • use stitch width or stitch length knob to make alteration Changing the Needle Position • press external Needle Position buttons to change the needle position, so...
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... by altering the stitch width and stitch length, all stitches can suit both the fabric and sewing • the Temporary Altered Stitch Memory is particularly useful when alternating between two applications, such as overcasting edges, zig-zag, vari-overlock to suit the fabric • the stitches can be changed as needed...
... by altering the stitch width and stitch length, all stitches can suit both the fabric and sewing • the Temporary Altered Stitch Memory is particularly useful when alternating between two applications, such as overcasting edges, zig-zag, vari-overlock to suit the fabric • the stitches can be changed as needed...
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Adjust the stitch length to suit the fabric For example use a longer stitch length (approximately 3 - 5mm) when sewing with the activated straight stitch appears Application • suitable presser foot to be selected according to adjust stitch ... densely woven fabrics such as denim and corduroy • reinforced seam subject to hard wear Adjust the stitch length to suit the thread For example use a longer stitch length (approximately 3 - 4mm) with denim, a shorter length (2 2.5mm) with denim. 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Decorative top stitch Lengthen out stitch and...
Adjust the stitch length to suit the fabric For example use a longer stitch length (approximately 3 - 5mm) when sewing with the activated straight stitch appears Application • suitable presser foot to be selected according to adjust stitch ... densely woven fabrics such as denim and corduroy • reinforced seam subject to hard wear Adjust the stitch length to suit the thread For example use a longer stitch length (approximately 3 - 4mm) with denim, a shorter length (2 2.5mm) with denim. 031196.50.04_0507_a630_EN Decorative top stitch Lengthen out stitch and...