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... PC connection 52 Embroidery module connection 53 Foot control socket 54 Drop feed dog Details 7 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...
... PC connection 52 Embroidery module connection 53 Foot control socket 54 Drop feed dog Details 7 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...
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...different lengths so that the thread is not being moved too slowly Thread breaks • if thread breakage is a problem, it could be that the hoop is better spread over the first rows - Stitch Over the Hole • sew the first rows to right without using pressure • when changing... direction on top and on the wrong side of the fabric, the hoop is being moved smoothly 1. Cover the First Rows • sew over the fabric Practical Stitches - Complete Darning • sew loosely and in all fabrics....
...different lengths so that the thread is not being moved too slowly Thread breaks • if thread breakage is a problem, it could be that the hoop is better spread over the first rows - Stitch Over the Hole • sew the first rows to right without using pressure • when changing... direction on top and on the wrong side of the fabric, the hoop is being moved smoothly 1. Cover the First Rows • sew over the fabric Practical Stitches - Complete Darning • sew loosely and in all fabrics....
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... («0») Opening Setup Program • press the Setup button • selection menu appears • touch «3» • the screen for adjusting the embroidery hoop appears To Next Page • touch «To Next Page» • the next screen appears To Previous Page • touch «To Previous Page...
... («0») Opening Setup Program • press the Setup button • selection menu appears • touch «3» • the screen for adjusting the embroidery hoop appears To Next Page • touch «To Next Page» • the next screen appears To Previous Page • touch «To Previous Page...
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...screen button returns you to the basic settings • tension adjustments affect all the hoops. • insert the embroidery template into the hoop • touch «Check» • the display changes • the hoop position is read and the needle positioned in the middle • if the needle ... fine tunes the basic tension setting on your sewing computer, which may be activated if the embroidery module and the oval embroidery hoop are attached. Motor Speed • turning stitch width knob or touching «+» or «-» changes the basic settings of the embroidery...
...screen button returns you to the basic settings • tension adjustments affect all the hoops. • insert the embroidery template into the hoop • touch «Check» • the display changes • the hoop position is read and the needle positioned in the middle • if the needle ... fine tunes the basic tension setting on your sewing computer, which may be activated if the embroidery module and the oval embroidery hoop are attached. Motor Speed • turning stitch width knob or touching «+» or «-» changes the basic settings of the embroidery...
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Setting up the Embroidery Computer Details Setting up the Embroidery Computer 109 2 4 3 6 1 Embroidery surface 2 Embroidery arm 3 Embroidery hoop connection 4 Accessory box 1 5 Connecting lug right 6 Connecting lug center 7 Sewing computer connecting cable 8 Cable holder 5 Front view 1 8 8 Back view The side view (handwheel) of the sewing and embroidery 7 computer with the cable connections are shown on page 7 of the sewing computer instruction manual.
Setting up the Embroidery Computer Details Setting up the Embroidery Computer 109 2 4 3 6 1 Embroidery surface 2 Embroidery arm 3 Embroidery hoop connection 4 Accessory box 1 5 Connecting lug right 6 Connecting lug center 7 Sewing computer connecting cable 8 Cable holder 5 Front view 1 8 8 Back view The side view (handwheel) of the sewing and embroidery 7 computer with the cable connections are shown on page 7 of the sewing computer instruction manual.
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pull over upper thread spool for even spooling Embroidery bobbin case Embroidery needle range Embroidery module bag USB connecting cable for upper thread spools - 110 Standard Accessories Standard Accessories* Large oval embroidery hoop (145x255mm) Template for large oval embroidery hoop VAR. 01 for a640 Medium embroidery hoop (100x130mm) Template for medium embroidery hoop Embroidery presser foot No. 26 Net for PC embroidery software Embroidery software Editor Lite * can vary from market to market
pull over upper thread spool for even spooling Embroidery bobbin case Embroidery needle range Embroidery module bag USB connecting cable for upper thread spools - 110 Standard Accessories Standard Accessories* Large oval embroidery hoop (145x255mm) Template for large oval embroidery hoop VAR. 01 for a640 Medium embroidery hoop (100x130mm) Template for medium embroidery hoop Embroidery presser foot No. 26 Net for PC embroidery software Embroidery software Editor Lite * can vary from market to market
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Optional Accessories* Optional Accessories 111 Small embroidery hoop (72x50mm) (for normal use and free arm embroidery) Blue template for normal use Red template for free arm embroidery Embroidery Mega-Hoop (150x400mm) Template for Mega-Hoop, VAR. 01 for a640 Adapter for free arm embroidery Straight stitch plate 9mm BERNINA USB Stick BERNINA artista software BERNINA Multiple spool holder BERNINA embroidery cards/Magic Box Suitcase system for sewing computer and embroidery module * can vary from market to market
Optional Accessories* Optional Accessories 111 Small embroidery hoop (72x50mm) (for normal use and free arm embroidery) Blue template for normal use Red template for free arm embroidery Embroidery Mega-Hoop (150x400mm) Template for Mega-Hoop, VAR. 01 for a640 Adapter for free arm embroidery Straight stitch plate 9mm BERNINA USB Stick BERNINA artista software BERNINA Multiple spool holder BERNINA embroidery cards/Magic Box Suitcase system for sewing computer and embroidery module * can vary from market to market
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Only the small hoop can be used for embroidering tubular items (sleeves, trousers, infant items, socks, etc.) on the adapter with the front edge of the module as close ... Sewing Computer • push the adapter behind the free arm towards the guide from the base plate of the adapter Free Arm Embroidery Hoop • the small, oval embroidery hoop is used as a grip • hold the adapter with this grip and remove from the left until the connecting lugs engage in...
Only the small hoop can be used for embroidering tubular items (sleeves, trousers, infant items, socks, etc.) on the adapter with the front edge of the module as close ... Sewing Computer • push the adapter behind the free arm towards the guide from the base plate of the adapter Free Arm Embroidery Hoop • the small, oval embroidery hoop is used as a grip • hold the adapter with this grip and remove from the left until the connecting lugs engage in...
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... Embroidery Embroidery Presser Foot No. 26 • attach the Embroidery presser foot No. 26 • raise the presser foot so that the embroidery hoop can also be wound, just like in the Setup Program.) Spool pin When using metallic or specialty threads, using Rayon or slippery embroidery threads, ...thread into the pigtail tension guide for embroidery or metallic thread • use an undamaged needle • raise the needle so that the embroidery hoop can be attached 16 17 Needles for Embroidery • depending on the embroidery thread use needle size 75 to 90 • use special ...
... Embroidery Embroidery Presser Foot No. 26 • attach the Embroidery presser foot No. 26 • raise the presser foot so that the embroidery hoop can also be wound, just like in the Setup Program.) Spool pin When using metallic or specialty threads, using Rayon or slippery embroidery threads, ...thread into the pigtail tension guide for embroidery or metallic thread • use an undamaged needle • raise the needle so that the embroidery hoop can be attached 16 17 Needles for Embroidery • depending on the embroidery thread use needle size 75 to 90 • use special ...
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... in 3/8" (1 cm) squares • the center and corners are marked with holes for transferring marks to fabric • place the template in the inner hoop so that the word BERNINA is at the front (by the arrows) and can be read • the template will engage automatically in the inner... hoop • there are finger holes for removing the template from the small and medium hoops, and special attachment clips for the large hoop template Hooping the Fabric • ...
... in 3/8" (1 cm) squares • the center and corners are marked with holes for transferring marks to fabric • place the template in the inner hoop so that the word BERNINA is at the front (by the arrows) and can be read • the template will engage automatically in the inner... hoop • there are finger holes for removing the template from the small and medium hoops, and special attachment clips for the large hoop template Hooping the Fabric • ...
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...for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the fabric with appropriate stabilizer Paper Backed Adhesive Stabilizer • place stabilizer in hoop, paper side up • use an additional stabilizer such as velvets Adhesive Spray • Please avoid using paper backed adhesive ...: • for all woven fabrics and fabrics which motifs will be placed • use in conjunction with temporary spray adhesive before hooping • carefully cut away from the back of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: ...
...for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the fabric with appropriate stabilizer Paper Backed Adhesive Stabilizer • place stabilizer in hoop, paper side up • use an additional stabilizer such as velvets Adhesive Spray • Please avoid using paper backed adhesive ...: • for all woven fabrics and fabrics which motifs will be placed • use in conjunction with temporary spray adhesive before hooping • carefully cut away from the back of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: ...
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...dissolving lay the motif down flat and let dry • water soluble stabilizer can be scaled/sized on the embroidery computer or with the artista software on fine fabric • large-scale, densely embroidered motifs (e.g. This also prevents the threads from sinking into the fabric and prevents ...nap fabrics backed by gently tearing it away when used as a topping on non-washable fabrics like plastic wrap • dissolve stabilizer in hoop (as the motif is not embroidered on any fabric, only the thread embroidered motif is complete • water soluble stabilizers are ideal protection...
...dissolving lay the motif down flat and let dry • water soluble stabilizer can be scaled/sized on the embroidery computer or with the artista software on fine fabric • large-scale, densely embroidered motifs (e.g. This also prevents the threads from sinking into the fabric and prevents ...nap fabrics backed by gently tearing it away when used as a topping on non-washable fabrics like plastic wrap • dissolve stabilizer in hoop (as the motif is not embroidered on any fabric, only the thread embroidered motif is complete • water soluble stabilizers are ideal protection...
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... entered in the Setup Program 93 93 Embroidery Requirements • a special screen with reference to the embroidery requirements appears: • remove embroidery hoop • attach Embroidery presser foot No. 26 • raise presser foot • lower feed dog • thread the bobbin thread through ... the embroidery bobbin case • if all embroidery requirements are fulfilled, close the screen with «OK» • the embroidery hoop will MOVE «Embroidery Computer» Onscreen Button • touch «Embroidery Computer» in the Selection menu • built-in...
... entered in the Setup Program 93 93 Embroidery Requirements • a special screen with reference to the embroidery requirements appears: • remove embroidery hoop • attach Embroidery presser foot No. 26 • raise presser foot • lower feed dog • thread the bobbin thread through ... the embroidery bobbin case • if all embroidery requirements are fulfilled, close the screen with «OK» • the embroidery hoop will MOVE «Embroidery Computer» Onscreen Button • touch «Embroidery Computer» in the Selection menu • built-in...
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...; the selected embroidery motif is shown in the most appropriate (smallest possible) hoop • the «Hoop» on-screen button shows which hoop should be attached • attach the recommended hoop Attaching the Embroidery Hoop Raising Needle and Embroidery Presser Foot • raise needle and embroidery presser foot... • hold the hoop with the right side of the fabric up and the attaching mechanism to the left Attaching the Hoop • pass the hoop under the embroidery presser foot • squeeze the ends of the ...
...; the selected embroidery motif is shown in the most appropriate (smallest possible) hoop • the «Hoop» on-screen button shows which hoop should be attached • attach the recommended hoop Attaching the Embroidery Hoop Raising Needle and Embroidery Presser Foot • raise needle and embroidery presser foot... • hold the hoop with the right side of the fabric up and the attaching mechanism to the left Attaching the Hoop • pass the hoop under the embroidery presser foot • squeeze the ends of the ...
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... of the upper thread accordingly • embroider with the new color Cutting Thread Ends After Embroidery • raise the presser foot • remove the embroidery hoop from the embroidery arm • cut threads close to the motif • carefully remove any connecting threads from the embroidered area • take care that... the bobbin thread is not cut too closely to the stitch plate when removing the embroidery hoop Embroidery Screen • after starting to embroider the Embroidery screen appears
... of the upper thread accordingly • embroider with the new color Cutting Thread Ends After Embroidery • raise the presser foot • remove the embroidery hoop from the embroidery arm • cut threads close to the motif • carefully remove any connecting threads from the embroidered area • take care that... the bobbin thread is not cut too closely to the stitch plate when removing the embroidery hoop Embroidery Screen • after starting to embroider the Embroidery screen appears
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...with the symbol «Retrieve» • return to the Edit menu with «ESC» • attached hoop is displayed • if no hoop or a too small hoop is attached, an error message will be marked again by the cursor Color Numbers • display of the motif color ...total embroidery time of the selected color is indicated in mm Possible Hoop Selections (display «Select Hoop») • select hoop (Small, Medium, Large Oval or Mega) • the display closes and the selected hoop is visible on the «Hoop» on the screen • touch the Color Information bar ...
...with the symbol «Retrieve» • return to the Edit menu with «ESC» • attached hoop is displayed • if no hoop or a too small hoop is attached, an error message will be marked again by the cursor Color Numbers • display of the motif color ...total embroidery time of the selected color is indicated in mm Possible Hoop Selections (display «Select Hoop») • select hoop (Small, Medium, Large Oval or Mega) • the display closes and the selected hoop is visible on the «Hoop» on the screen • touch the Color Information bar ...
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... screen «Embroidery Menu» • the motif is ready for embroidery Edit 1 Screen Show Grid • touch symbol • a large cross hair indicates the hoop center • touch symbol again • because the grid is now visible the motif can be positioned more accurately • touch symbol again and the...
... screen «Embroidery Menu» • the motif is ready for embroidery Edit 1 Screen Show Grid • touch symbol • a large cross hair indicates the hoop center • touch symbol again • because the grid is now visible the motif can be positioned more accurately • touch symbol again and the...
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... (2nd number) • color number of the selected thread brand • right and left arrow change the current thread color • the hoop moves to first stitch of current thread color • the current (active) color can also be individually embroidered by turning the stitch length knob...knob clockwise • to follow the embroidery sequence backwards, turn the stitch width / stitch length knob counter clockwise • the number in mm Hoop Relocator • this function makes threading easier if the thread has to be changed when the needle is inactive, the colors will close to ...
... (2nd number) • color number of the selected thread brand • right and left arrow change the current thread color • the hoop moves to first stitch of current thread color • the current (active) color can also be individually embroidered by turning the stitch length knob...knob clockwise • to follow the embroidery sequence backwards, turn the stitch width / stitch length knob counter clockwise • the number in mm Hoop Relocator • this function makes threading easier if the thread has to be changed when the needle is inactive, the colors will close to ...
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...Information on Embroidering Motifs With no Alterations Motif Overview • select desired motif in the Motif Overview Embroidery 129 Select Hoop The most appropriate (smallest possible) hoop is automatically chosen for the selected embroidery motif: • the motif is shown on the display in the center of... the most appropriate hoop • «Select Hoop» also shows the most appropriate hoop View Motif in Detail (Zoom) A detailed viewing of the motif is possible with the different functions offered...
...Information on Embroidering Motifs With no Alterations Motif Overview • select desired motif in the Motif Overview Embroidery 129 Select Hoop The most appropriate (smallest possible) hoop is automatically chosen for the selected embroidery motif: • the motif is shown on the display in the center of... the most appropriate hoop • «Select Hoop» also shows the most appropriate hoop View Motif in Detail (Zoom) A detailed viewing of the motif is possible with the different functions offered...
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... Edit 1 or Edit 2 screen or the Start-Stop button on the head frame • the motif can be embroidered by pressing the Start-Stop-button Hoop Relocater • this function makes threading easier when the needle is very close to the left edge of the... hoop • touch symbol and the hoop will move horizontally to the center, which makes threading easier Positioning Motif Positioning Motif in Desired Location By moving or rotating the motif can be ...
... Edit 1 or Edit 2 screen or the Start-Stop button on the head frame • the motif can be embroidered by pressing the Start-Stop-button Hoop Relocater • this function makes threading easier when the needle is very close to the left edge of the... hoop • touch symbol and the hoop will move horizontally to the center, which makes threading easier Positioning Motif Positioning Motif in Desired Location By moving or rotating the motif can be ...