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...blocked. Replacement parts for household use , it is intended for a double-insulated product must be added to persons: 1. When using the embroidery module. 18. When the sewing computer is being used by qualified service personnel. Close attention is necessary when this sewing computer if: •...pulling on the sewing computer. 12. Always unplug the sewing computer from the outlet. 15. See instructions for its intended use the BERNINA original stitch plate. may deflect the needle, causing it has fallen into any adjustments in . 2. The wrong plate can cause needle...
...blocked. Replacement parts for household use , it is intended for a double-insulated product must be added to persons: 1. When using the embroidery module. 18. When the sewing computer is being used by qualified service personnel. Close attention is necessary when this sewing computer if: •...pulling on the sewing computer. 12. Always unplug the sewing computer from the outlet. 15. See instructions for its intended use the BERNINA original stitch plate. may deflect the needle, causing it has fallen into any adjustments in . 2. The wrong plate can cause needle...
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...46 Handwheel 47 Spool pin (vertical, collapsible) 48 Power switch on/off («0») 49 Power plug socket 50 USB connection 51 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...thread cutter 21 Practical stitch button 22 Decorative stitch button 23 Alphabet button 24 Buttonhole button 25 Quilt stitches button 26 Sewing mode/Embroidery mode button 27 Personal program button 46 47 50 51 52 53 54 48 49 Side view right button 15 Slide speed ...
...46 Handwheel 47 Spool pin (vertical, collapsible) 48 Power switch on/off («0») 49 Power plug socket 50 USB connection 51 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...thread cutter 21 Practical stitch button 22 Decorative stitch button 23 Alphabet button 24 Buttonhole button 25 Quilt stitches button 26 Sewing mode/Embroidery mode button 27 Personal program button 46 47 50 51 52 53 54 48 49 Side view right button 15 Slide speed ...
User Guide
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... decorative stitches are all sewn with vertical lines in uneven stitches for sewing seams and for topstitching • the horizontal markings are helpful for embroidery with the embroidery module Feed Dog and Fabric Feed Feed Dog and Stitch Length With each stitch the feed dog moves forward by the stitch length selected. The...
... decorative stitches are all sewn with vertical lines in uneven stitches for sewing seams and for topstitching • the horizontal markings are helpful for embroidery with the embroidery module Feed Dog and Fabric Feed Feed Dog and Stitch Length With each stitch the feed dog moves forward by the stitch length selected. The...
User Guide
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... are cut automatically Start-Stop Button • starts and stops the sewing computer when operating it without foot control • starts and stops the sewing/ embroidery computer in the embroidery mode with attached embroidery module • starts and stops the BSR function (optional) when BSR foot is attached and plugged in
... are cut automatically Start-Stop Button • starts and stops the sewing computer when operating it without foot control • starts and stops the sewing/ embroidery computer in the embroidery mode with attached embroidery module • starts and stops the BSR function (optional) when BSR foot is attached and plugged in
User Guide
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... the display closes and the selection menu appears Setup-Program 95 Embroidery Settings 2 • touch «To Next Page» • in theis screen the embroidery speed can only be activated if the embroidery module and the oval embroidery hoop are automatically cut • when the bar is inactive (x)...indicated by a dark bar Auto Thread Cutter • when the bar is active (blue) the upper thread and bobbin thread are attached. Embroidery Settings 1 «Adjust Reference Position» calibrates the needle to the center of the template, it has to be adjusted with the ...
... the display closes and the selection menu appears Setup-Program 95 Embroidery Settings 2 • touch «To Next Page» • in theis screen the embroidery speed can only be activated if the embroidery module and the oval embroidery hoop are automatically cut • when the bar is inactive (x)...indicated by a dark bar Auto Thread Cutter • when the bar is active (blue) the upper thread and bobbin thread are attached. Embroidery Settings 1 «Adjust Reference Position» calibrates the needle to the center of the template, it has to be adjusted with the ...
User Guide
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...BERNINA dealer can be entered: • Store name • Last name, First name • Phone number • Website or email address • touch «To Next Page» Setup-Program 99 • the screen «Version» opens • the current version of the sewing computer and the embroidery module... (must be attached) are visible • by touching the arrows the version details can be scrolled Closing Screen • touch «ESC» • the screen closes and the selection menu appears Updating the Sewing and Embroidery Computer Opening ...
...BERNINA dealer can be entered: • Store name • Last name, First name • Phone number • Website or email address • touch «To Next Page» Setup-Program 99 • the screen «Version» opens • the current version of the sewing computer and the embroidery module... (must be attached) are visible • by touching the arrows the version details can be scrolled Closing Screen • touch «ESC» • the screen closes and the selection menu appears Updating the Sewing and Embroidery Computer Opening ...
User Guide
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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
User Guide
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... all items are on the right hand side of the module Caution! 112 Attaching the Embroidery Module Attaching the Module to the Sewing Computer Attaching the Module to the Sewing Computer • place the module on the sewing computer behind the free arm • push the module from the left Releasing the Cable • pull out the...
... all items are on the right hand side of the module Caution! 112 Attaching the Embroidery Module Attaching the Module to the Sewing Computer Attaching the Module to the Sewing Computer • place the module on the sewing computer behind the free arm • push the module from the left Releasing the Cable • pull out the...
User Guide
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...Removing the Adapter • remove the module from the base plate of the sewing computer Connecting the Adapter 113 Connecting the Adapter for Free Arm Embroidery (Optional Accessory) The adapter is used as possible to be used for free arm embroidery Caution! Attaching the Adapter to the Sewing... • the small, oval embroidery hoop is specially designed for free arm embroidery. Only the small hoop can be used for embroidering tubular items (sleeves, trousers, infant items, socks, etc.) on the adapter • push the module towards the sewing computer so that the connecting ...
...Removing the Adapter • remove the module from the base plate of the sewing computer Connecting the Adapter 113 Connecting the Adapter for Free Arm Embroidery (Optional Accessory) The adapter is used as possible to be used for free arm embroidery Caution! Attaching the Adapter to the Sewing... • the small, oval embroidery hoop is specially designed for free arm embroidery. Only the small hoop can be used for embroidering tubular items (sleeves, trousers, infant items, socks, etc.) on the adapter • push the module towards the sewing computer so that the connecting ...
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...8226; the display closes and the selected hoop is visible on the «Hoop» on-screen button • by touching «Check Module» the embroidery module is indicated in the Color Information bar as well as on the screen • touch the Color Information bar • the screen «...Change Color/Brand to alter motifs (e.g. No embroidery hoop must be attached! • the display can be closed by touching the «ESC»...
...8226; the display closes and the selected hoop is visible on the «Hoop» on-screen button • by touching «Check Module» the embroidery module is indicated in the Color Information bar as well as on the screen • touch the Color Information bar • the screen «...Change Color/Brand to alter motifs (e.g. No embroidery hoop must be attached! • the display can be closed by touching the «ESC»...
User Guide
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... Design ist not completely inside the hoop. The sewing computer must be cleared temporarily by the BERNINA dealer, the stitch counter will appear again at approx. 4,000,000 stitches. Attach embroidery hoop. Remove embroidery hoop from embroidery module. For embroidery thread the lower thread in the highest position. If the service was changed. 152 Messages Service...
... Design ist not completely inside the hoop. The sewing computer must be cleared temporarily by the BERNINA dealer, the stitch counter will appear again at approx. 4,000,000 stitches. Attach embroidery hoop. Remove embroidery hoop from embroidery module. For embroidery thread the lower thread in the highest position. If the service was changed. 152 Messages Service...
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... area/bobbin case. Mega-Hoop center Mega-Hoop down Move the Mega-Hoop to Lower (3) position. Remove any remnants of the motif No embroidery module is compledted, the messeage will disappear and the selected function will be carried out. Move the Mega-Hoop to Middle (2) position. Check hook... system. Move the Mega-Hoop to the embroidery computer. Attach embroidery module to Upper (1) position. Main Motor failed. Data transfer Mega-Hoop up As soon as the data transfer is attached.
... area/bobbin case. Mega-Hoop center Mega-Hoop down Move the Mega-Hoop to Lower (3) position. Remove any remnants of the motif No embroidery module is compledted, the messeage will disappear and the selected function will be carried out. Move the Mega-Hoop to Middle (2) position. Check hook... system. Move the Mega-Hoop to the embroidery computer. Attach embroidery module to Upper (1) position. Main Motor failed. Data transfer Mega-Hoop up As soon as the data transfer is attached.
User Guide
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... and embroidery system artista 640, for additional optional accessories Suitcase for additional optional accessories When travelling by plane, coach or train, the suitcase system must not be transported as normal luggage! Ask your BERNINA dealer ...for short distances. Thanks to the suitcase system with integrated wheels especially developed for the sewing and embroidery computer, you will be able to go with standard accessories and replace • the bags provide space for Sewing Computer • simply remove bags and compartments to place the embroidery module...
... and embroidery system artista 640, for additional optional accessories Suitcase for additional optional accessories When travelling by plane, coach or train, the suitcase system must not be transported as normal luggage! Ask your BERNINA dealer ...for short distances. Thanks to the suitcase system with integrated wheels especially developed for the sewing and embroidery computer, you will be able to go with standard accessories and replace • the bags provide space for Sewing Computer • simply remove bags and compartments to place the embroidery module...
User Guide
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... designs you have created are all on a personal computer (PC). Ask your BERNINA dealer for other accessories for symbol) Embroidery Design (PC) Saving Options • on PC • on artista 640 embroidery computer • on a personal design stick Warning: After data transfer from the...the Embroidery computer. The whole design process lies in your hands: from first draft, to final transformation into socket provided on the right hand side of embroidery computer (look for your own. The USB connecting cable comes with the embroidery module. The BERNINA artista embroidery software...
... designs you have created are all on a personal computer (PC). Ask your BERNINA dealer for other accessories for symbol) Embroidery Design (PC) Saving Options • on PC • on artista 640 embroidery computer • on a personal design stick Warning: After data transfer from the...the Embroidery computer. The whole design process lies in your hands: from first draft, to final transformation into socket provided on the right hand side of embroidery computer (look for your own. The USB connecting cable comes with the embroidery module. The BERNINA artista embroidery software...
User Guide
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... Index 175 A Accessories 154-156 • artista Embroidery Software 156 • Embroidery Mega-Hoop 155 • Embroidery Sticks 155 • Suitcase System 154 Accessory Box 4 Accessories Embroidery 110-111 Accessories Sewing 4-5 Alphabets, Lettering for Embroidery 137-140 • Altering Lettering 138 •...61 • Summary 59 Altering Motifs 132-133 Altering Stitch Length 22 Altering Stitch Width 22 Attaching the Embroidery Module 112 B Balance Basting Stitch Blind Hem Bobbin Case: removing/inserting Bobbin Thread Cutter Bringing up the Lower Thread...
... Index 175 A Accessories 154-156 • artista Embroidery Software 156 • Embroidery Mega-Hoop 155 • Embroidery Sticks 155 • Suitcase System 154 Accessory Box 4 Accessories Embroidery 110-111 Accessories Sewing 4-5 Alphabets, Lettering for Embroidery 137-140 • Altering Lettering 138 •...61 • Summary 59 Altering Motifs 132-133 Altering Stitch Length 22 Altering Stitch Width 22 Attaching the Embroidery Module 112 B Balance Basting Stitch Blind Hem Bobbin Case: removing/inserting Bobbin Thread Cutter Bringing up the Lower Thread...