Instruction Manual
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..., repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 6. Do not use of lint, dust, and loose cloth. 7. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is not working properly, if it to the machine, and hand it is being administered. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine. Special care is used as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot...
..., repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 6. Do not use of lint, dust, and loose cloth. 7. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is not working properly, if it to the machine, and hand it is being administered. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Close attention is necessary when this sewing machine. Special care is used as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot...
Instruction Manual
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...Needle plate 10. Sewing table and accessory box 11. Spool pin 12. Needle threader 19. Power switch 23. Presser foot pressure 3. Reverse sewing lever 7. Hole for second spool pin 13. Bobbin winder 14. Thread tension dial 6. Handwheel 20. Handle 25. Stitch length dial 16. Stitch display 18. 10 12 15 EN Overview 1. Thread guide 2. Bobbin winder pre-tension 4. Thread cutter 8. Presser foot 9. Bobbin stopper 15. Stitch width dial (model 15 only) 17. Pattern selector dial 21. Pattern balance (model 15 only) 22. Main plug socket 24. Presser foot lever...
...Needle plate 10. Sewing table and accessory box 11. Spool pin 12. Needle threader 19. Power switch 23. Presser foot pressure 3. Reverse sewing lever 7. Hole for second spool pin 13. Bobbin winder 14. Thread tension dial 6. Handwheel 20. Handle 25. Stitch length dial 16. Stitch display 18. 10 12 15 EN Overview 1. Thread guide 2. Bobbin winder pre-tension 4. Thread cutter 8. Presser foot 9. Bobbin stopper 15. Stitch width dial (model 15 only) 17. Pattern selector dial 21. Pattern balance (model 15 only) 22. Main plug socket 24. Presser foot lever...
Instruction Manual
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... foot control gently. Take the thread to the right towards the bobbin winding position. Push the bobbin to the right till you reach the bobbin. 3. Wind the thread a few times by hand around the empty bobbin in "bobbin winding" position, the machine and the handwheel can not be operated. Before threading the machine, cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin. Please note: When the bobbin winder spindle is full. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder...
... foot control gently. Take the thread to the right towards the bobbin winding position. Push the bobbin to the right till you reach the bobbin. 3. Wind the thread a few times by hand around the empty bobbin in "bobbin winding" position, the machine and the handwheel can not be operated. Before threading the machine, cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin. Please note: When the bobbin winder spindle is full. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder...
Instruction Manual
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... guide (A) and then into slit of thread loose behind the needle, or cut the excess thread by using appropriate spool disc (spool turns clockwise). To release the upper thread tension the presser foot lever has to the right of the cover, placing it in the highest position when threading. 1. 10 12 15 EN Threading the upper thread Caution: - Leave about 10 cm (4") of upper thread tension. 2. Turn power switch to "O" before threading or unthreading the machine. - Take thread...
... guide (A) and then into slit of thread loose behind the needle, or cut the excess thread by using appropriate spool disc (spool turns clockwise). To release the upper thread tension the presser foot lever has to the right of the cover, placing it in the highest position when threading. 1. 10 12 15 EN Threading the upper thread Caution: - Leave about 10 cm (4") of upper thread tension. 2. Turn power switch to "O" before threading or unthreading the machine. - Take thread...
Instruction Manual
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... of zigzag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length dial approaches "0". Satin stitch When the stitch length is shown on the stitch length dial by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 64 Please note: No "S" marking is set between "0" - Neat zigzag stitches are very close together producing the "satin stitch" which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. "1", the stitches are usually achieved at "2.5" or below. 10 12 EN Zigzag stitching Turn the pattern selector dial...
... of zigzag stitches increase as the setting of stitch length dial approaches "0". Satin stitch When the stitch length is shown on the stitch length dial by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 64 Please note: No "S" marking is set between "0" - Neat zigzag stitches are very close together producing the "satin stitch" which is used for making buttonholes and decorative stitches. "1", the stitches are usually achieved at "2.5" or below. 10 12 EN Zigzag stitching Turn the pattern selector dial...
Instruction Manual
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... adjusted to "S". Stretch overlock: " " For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. (1) Double overlock stitch: " " For fine knits, handknits, seams. (2) All overlock stitches are suitable for sewing and neatening edges and visible seams in one operation. Attention: Use new needles or ball point needles or stretch needle! 70 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR When neatening, the needle should just go over the edge of the fabric. 12 15 EN Overlock stitches Presser foot available as optional accessory. Set stitch...
... adjusted to "S". Stretch overlock: " " For fine knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. (1) Double overlock stitch: " " For fine knits, handknits, seams. (2) All overlock stitches are suitable for sewing and neatening edges and visible seams in one operation. Attention: Use new needles or ball point needles or stretch needle! 70 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR When neatening, the needle should just go over the edge of the fabric. 12 15 EN Overlock stitches Presser foot available as optional accessory. Set stitch...
Instruction Manual
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... buttonhole size on the fabric. Lower the foot, so that mark on the buttonhole foot lines up with the stitch pattern selector dial. Tips: - It is shown on the stitch length dial by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Slightly reduce upper thread tension to the center of button add together plus 0.3 cm (1/8") for stretch or knit fabrics. - Adjust the stitch length dial between "0.5-1" for fine or stretchy fabrics. - Always test sew a buttonhole. Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open...
... buttonhole size on the fabric. Lower the foot, so that mark on the buttonhole foot lines up with the stitch pattern selector dial. Tips: - It is shown on the stitch length dial by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Slightly reduce upper thread tension to the center of button add together plus 0.3 cm (1/8") for stretch or knit fabrics. - Adjust the stitch length dial between "0.5-1" for fine or stretchy fabrics. - Always test sew a buttonhole. Use seam ripper and cut buttonhole open...
Instruction Manual
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... position of the buttonhole on foot with the tailor`s chalk, attach the buttonhole foot, and set the pattern selection dial to remove any slack, then trim off the excess. 78 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Once sewing is a simple process that provides reliable results. 15 EN How to match the diameter of the gimp thread. 4. Making a Buttonhole 1. Open the button plate and insert the button. (fig. Lower the presser foot and start the machine...
... position of the buttonhole on foot with the tailor`s chalk, attach the buttonhole foot, and set the pattern selection dial to remove any slack, then trim off the excess. 78 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Once sewing is a simple process that provides reliable results. 15 EN How to match the diameter of the gimp thread. 4. Making a Buttonhole 1. Open the button plate and insert the button. (fig. Lower the presser foot and start the machine...
Instruction Manual
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10 12 15 EN Hemmer foot Presser foot available as illustrated. For hems in fine or sheer fabrics. Set the machine as optional accessory. Turn the stitch width dial to secure. Pattern selector on the foot. (1) Gently pull the fabric edge towards the back. "4". At the beginning of the fabric. Set stitch length control between "2.5" - Insert the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and guide the fold into the scroll by holding it upright...
10 12 15 EN Hemmer foot Presser foot available as illustrated. For hems in fine or sheer fabrics. Set the machine as optional accessory. Turn the stitch width dial to secure. Pattern selector on the foot. (1) Gently pull the fabric edge towards the back. "4". At the beginning of the fabric. Set stitch length control between "2.5" - Insert the needle into the fabric, raise the presser foot and guide the fold into the scroll by holding it upright...
Instruction Manual
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... position. First sew over the center and then overlap on the stitch length dial by adjusting the stitch length. The stitch density can be varied by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 84 Depending on the type of fabric and damage, sew between 3 and 5 rows. (2) Please note: No "S" marking is advisable to use a piece of backing fabric to reinforce. Set the machine as illustrated. Set stitch length control between "3" - Set stitch width control...
... position. First sew over the center and then overlap on the stitch length dial by adjusting the stitch length. The stitch density can be varied by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 84 Depending on the type of fabric and damage, sew between 3 and 5 rows. (2) Please note: No "S" marking is advisable to use a piece of backing fabric to reinforce. Set the machine as illustrated. Set stitch length control between "3" - Set stitch width control...
Instruction Manual
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... Zigzag, decorative stitches. The cord should run in the groove. "4". "5". (model 15) Insert the cord between "1" - The stitch width is adjusted according to the number of cords and the stitch selected. (1/2) Please note: No "S" marking is shown on " ". Various stitches are suitable for sewing on . One, two or three cords can be sewn on cord, e.g. Set the machine as optional accessory. Set stitch length control between the spring covering the cord groove and the foot. 10 12...
... Zigzag, decorative stitches. The cord should run in the groove. "4". "5". (model 15) Insert the cord between "1" - The stitch width is adjusted according to the number of cords and the stitch selected. (1/2) Please note: No "S" marking is shown on " ". Various stitches are suitable for sewing on . One, two or three cords can be sewn on cord, e.g. Set the machine as optional accessory. Set stitch length control between the spring covering the cord groove and the foot. 10 12...
Instruction Manual
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... darning plate. (1) Remove the presser foot holder. (2) (see page 26) Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by 1/4 and oversew. Attach the darning foot to the presser foot bar. Turn work from behind the needle clamp screw (B). The lever (A) should be behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (C). (3) First sew round the edge of the hole (to secure the threads). (4) First row: Always work by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 92 10 12 EN Free motion darning Presser foot...
... darning plate. (1) Remove the presser foot holder. (2) (see page 26) Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by 1/4 and oversew. Attach the darning foot to the presser foot bar. Turn work from behind the needle clamp screw (B). The lever (A) should be behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (C). (3) First sew round the edge of the hole (to secure the threads). (4) First row: Always work by model 10. 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 92 10 12 EN Free motion darning Presser foot...
Instruction Manual
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... to lower the feed dogs. (1) Remove the presser foot holder. (2) (see page 26) Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by 1/4 and oversew. Set the machine as optional accessory. Move the drop feed control to right side to right. Turn the stitch length dial to "0". Turn the stitch width dial to "0". The lever (A) should be behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (C). (3) First sew round the edge of the hole (to the presser foot bar. 15 EN Free motion darning Presser foot...
... to lower the feed dogs. (1) Remove the presser foot holder. (2) (see page 26) Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by 1/4 and oversew. Set the machine as optional accessory. Move the drop feed control to right side to right. Turn the stitch length dial to "0". Turn the stitch width dial to "0". The lever (A) should be behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (C). (3) First sew round the edge of the hole (to the presser foot bar. 15 EN Free motion darning Presser foot...
Instruction Manual
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... sewing with max. 2 mm needle distance. (i.e.bernette part number 502020.62.91) Please note: No "S" marking is set between "0" and "2.5". Insert the twin needle in the same way as single needle. a. You can use twin needle atsetting above "2.5". (model 15 ) Use only twin needle assemblies with twin needle, always proceed slowly, and make sure to maintain low speed to insure quality stitching. Model 15 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 106 Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by model...
... sewing with max. 2 mm needle distance. (i.e.bernette part number 502020.62.91) Please note: No "S" marking is set between "0" and "2.5". Insert the twin needle in the same way as single needle. a. You can use twin needle atsetting above "2.5". (model 15 ) Use only twin needle assemblies with twin needle, always proceed slowly, and make sure to maintain low speed to insure quality stitching. Model 15 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR 106 Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by model...
Instruction Manual
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... needle. Set the machine as possible. - Lower presser foot lever before starting point. - Remove darning plate for Monogramming and Embroidering - Draw the desired lettering or design on the right side of lettering or design. 10 12 15 EN Monogramming and embroidering with both hands and guide it. - Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by model 10. 108 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Install the darning plate. (1) (model 10/12) - Move the drop feed control to right side to "0". - Turn the stitch length dial to lower...
... needle. Set the machine as possible. - Lower presser foot lever before starting point. - Remove darning plate for Monogramming and Embroidering - Draw the desired lettering or design on the right side of lettering or design. 10 12 15 EN Monogramming and embroidering with both hands and guide it. - Pattern selector on the stitch length dial by model 10. 108 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Install the darning plate. (1) (model 10/12) - Move the drop feed control to right side to "0". - Turn the stitch length dial to lower...
Instruction Manual
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... stitch length control "4". Use monofilament thread 0 hand stitch effect. "5". Quilt (1) Pattern selector on the fabric used increase the upper tension. For all fabrics and all types of work . Depending on " ". Balance, adjust if necessary. 110 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Set stitch width control "3" - For all fabrics and all types of work . Quilt (2) Pattern selector on " ". Turn the stitch width dial and stitch length dial to suit the fabric. The bobbin thread must come through the right side. 15 EN Quilt stitch Set the machine...
... stitch length control "4". Use monofilament thread 0 hand stitch effect. "5". Quilt (1) Pattern selector on the fabric used increase the upper tension. For all fabrics and all types of work . Depending on " ". Balance, adjust if necessary. 110 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Set stitch width control "3" - For all fabrics and all types of work . Quilt (2) Pattern selector on " ". Turn the stitch width dial and stitch length dial to suit the fabric. The bobbin thread must come through the right side. 15 EN Quilt stitch Set the machine...
Instruction Manual
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... fabrics. 1. Lift the presser foot bar. 2. iii) Lower the "presser foot bar". Lay both the "needle screw" and the "fixation screw" are tight. 5. 10 12 15 EN Walking foot Presser foot available as optional accessory. Always try to prevent uneven feeding of plaids, stripes and patterns. Remove the "presser foot holder". (see page 26) 3. a Fork arm b Attaching head c Needle bar d Needle screw & clamp e Presser bar attaching screw f Presser foot bar 118 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR This foot helps to sew first without the walking foot accessory...
... fabrics. 1. Lift the presser foot bar. 2. iii) Lower the "presser foot bar". Lay both the "needle screw" and the "fixation screw" are tight. 5. 10 12 15 EN Walking foot Presser foot available as optional accessory. Always try to prevent uneven feeding of plaids, stripes and patterns. Remove the "presser foot holder". (see page 26) 3. a Fork arm b Attaching head c Needle bar d Needle screw & clamp e Presser bar attaching screw f Presser foot bar 118 502020.75.24_021V4D0101_1010_IM_bernette 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR This foot helps to sew first without the walking foot accessory...
Instruction Manual
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... 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Turn the handwheel until the driver (e) is lowered, the shuttle hook cannot be removed regularly. Disconnect machine from the shuttle race (3). Replace the hook (c) then the hook race cover (b), snap back the two retaining arms (a). Important: Fabric, fluff and threads must be removed. Cleaning Remove the stitch plate: Raise the needle to 2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Remove the hook race cover (b) and the hook (c).Clean first the feed dogs with a soft cloth hook (c), hook race (d) and hook race cover (b). Insert bobbin and bobbin case and replace the...
... 10 12 15_EN_DE_NL_FR Turn the handwheel until the driver (e) is lowered, the shuttle hook cannot be removed regularly. Disconnect machine from the shuttle race (3). Replace the hook (c) then the hook race cover (b), snap back the two retaining arms (a). Important: Fabric, fluff and threads must be removed. Cleaning Remove the stitch plate: Raise the needle to 2 drops) with sewing machine oil. Remove the hook race cover (b) and the hook (c).Clean first the feed dogs with a soft cloth hook (c), hook race (d) and hook race cover (b). Insert bobbin and bobbin case and replace the...
Instruction Manual
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... thick for the fabric 4. Insert a new needle 3. Loosen the thread tension 1. Replace the needle 1. The thread is damaged 1. The thread is wrongly adjusted 3. Correct the thread tension 1. Do not pull on the hook or needle bar 3. Only use good quality sewing machine oil 4. The stitch length is round wound the spool holder pin 6. The needle is attached 1. Wrong needle size for the needle 4. Remove the reel and wind thread onto reel 6. Thread tension wrong 1. Select a better quality thread 2. Remove bobbin case and rethread and insert correctly 3. The...
... thick for the fabric 4. Insert a new needle 3. Loosen the thread tension 1. Replace the needle 1. The thread is damaged 1. The thread is wrongly adjusted 3. Correct the thread tension 1. Do not pull on the hook or needle bar 3. Only use good quality sewing machine oil 4. The stitch length is round wound the spool holder pin 6. The needle is attached 1. Wrong needle size for the needle 4. Remove the reel and wind thread onto reel 6. Thread tension wrong 1. Select a better quality thread 2. Remove bobbin case and rethread and insert correctly 3. The...
Instruction Manual
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... Index A Accessories 16, 18 Adjusting the presser foot pressure 24 Adjust pattern balance 48 Applique 104 Attaching lace 102 Attaching the presser foot holder 26 B Blind hem/lingerie stitch 68 Bringing up the lower thread 40 C Congratulations 12 Connecting machine to Power source 22 Cording foot 90 D Darning 100 Darning Plate 44 Decorative stitches 98 F Free motion darning 92, 94 G Gathering 116 H Hemmer foot How to drop feed dog How to sew buttonholes 82 46 76, 78 I Importent savety Instructions 1, 2 Inserting bobbin 30 Inserting the needle 32...
... Index A Accessories 16, 18 Adjusting the presser foot pressure 24 Adjust pattern balance 48 Applique 104 Attaching lace 102 Attaching the presser foot holder 26 B Blind hem/lingerie stitch 68 Bringing up the lower thread 40 C Congratulations 12 Connecting machine to Power source 22 Cording foot 90 D Darning 100 Darning Plate 44 Decorative stitches 98 F Free motion darning 92, 94 G Gathering 116 H Hemmer foot How to drop feed dog How to sew buttonholes 82 46 76, 78 I Importent savety Instructions 1, 2 Inserting bobbin 30 Inserting the needle 32...
