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... to break. 9. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord. 16. Basically, the machine should be left unattended when plugged in use as threading needle, changing needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot and the like. 10. See instructions for household use outdoors. No grounding means is necessary when this overlock sewing...
... to break. 9. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord. 16. Basically, the machine should be left unattended when plugged in use as threading needle, changing needle, threading looper, or changing presser foot and the like. 10. See instructions for household use outdoors. No grounding means is necessary when this overlock sewing...
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...thread, fabric 23 Stitch chart and stitch selection 24 Threading instructions for overlock, cover/chain stitch and top & bottom cover stitch 30 Overlock threading...threading 42 Top & bottom cover stitch threading 48 Top & bottom cover stitch / Cover stitch test sewing and fine tuning 51 Chain stitch threading...thread cover stitch) top & bottom cover stitch (position H) 58 Converting from top & bottom cover stitch (position H) to cover/chain stitch position F 59 (4 thread... cover stitch) Converting from cover/chain stitch to overlock 60 Overlock practical sewing, needles and threads 61 ...
...thread, fabric 23 Stitch chart and stitch selection 24 Threading instructions for overlock, cover/chain stitch and top & bottom cover stitch 30 Overlock threading...threading 42 Top & bottom cover stitch threading 48 Top & bottom cover stitch / Cover stitch test sewing and fine tuning 51 Chain stitch threading...thread cover stitch) top & bottom cover stitch (position H) 58 Converting from top & bottom cover stitch (position H) to cover/chain stitch position F 59 (4 thread... cover stitch) Converting from cover/chain stitch to overlock 60 Overlock practical sewing, needles and threads 61 ...
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2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 6 Details of the machine BERNINA 2500DCET cover /chain stitch mode 6 12 13 10 9 8 7 3 4 5 6 25 24 23 22...7 Needle clamp 2 8 Sewing light 9 Needle stop 1 10 Safety control light 11 Carrying handle 12 Thread guide 13 Thread guide support 14 Support rod 15 Differential feed dial 16 Stitch length dial 17 Handwheel 18 Foot control socket... (yellow) 21 16 15 20 17 19 18 BERNINA 2500DCET top & bottom cover stitch mode View from the front 26 26 Wiper fine tuning (grey) 27 Thread guide 28 Thread eyelet 29 Feeding link guide 27 33 30 Wiper ...
2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 6 Details of the machine BERNINA 2500DCET cover /chain stitch mode 6 12 13 10 9 8 7 3 4 5 6 25 24 23 22...7 Needle clamp 2 8 Sewing light 9 Needle stop 1 10 Safety control light 11 Carrying handle 12 Thread guide 13 Thread guide support 14 Support rod 15 Differential feed dial 16 Stitch length dial 17 Handwheel 18 Foot control socket... (yellow) 21 16 15 20 17 19 18 BERNINA 2500DCET top & bottom cover stitch mode View from the front 26 26 Wiper fine tuning (grey) 27 Thread guide 28 Thread eyelet 29 Feeding link guide 27 33 30 Wiper ...
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... 27 Roll hem selection lever 28 28 Cutting lines 29 Waste collector 29 21 16 15 20 17 19 18 BERNINA 2500DCET overlock mode (Detailed) 30 Wiper fine tuning (grey) 31 Thread guide 32 Thread eyelet 35 33 Feeding link guide 2 34 Wiper 30 35 Finger guard 36 Wiper activating lever 3 34 31 32...
... 27 Roll hem selection lever 28 28 Cutting lines 29 Waste collector 29 21 16 15 20 17 19 18 BERNINA 2500DCET overlock mode (Detailed) 30 Wiper fine tuning (grey) 31 Thread guide 32 Thread eyelet 35 33 Feeding link guide 2 34 Wiper 30 35 Finger guard 36 Wiper activating lever 3 34 31 32...
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YC-425 47 48 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 8 Details of the machine BERNINA 2500DCET overlock mode 8 View from the back 38 Thread stand 39 Foam pad 40 Spool stabilizers 41 Spool pin 42 First thread guide 43 Presser foot pressure control 44 Presser foot lifter 45 Light switch 46 Thread cutter 47 Foot control 48 Power cord 42 41 43 44 40 45 46 39 38 Foot control: Model Nr.
YC-425 47 48 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 8 Details of the machine BERNINA 2500DCET overlock mode 8 View from the back 38 Thread stand 39 Foam pad 40 Spool stabilizers 41 Spool pin 42 First thread guide 43 Presser foot pressure control 44 Presser foot lifter 45 Light switch 46 Thread cutter 47 Foot control 48 Power cord 42 41 43 44 40 45 46 39 38 Foot control: Model Nr.
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... (red) 4 Lower looper auto-threader 1 5 Lower knife 2 6 Lower knife setscrew 7 Upper knife 3 8 Conversion arm 5 6 4 Details of the machine 9 8 Accessories in looper cover The most important threading and machine accessories are neatly stored in the looper cover and always to hand. 1 Household needles 130/705H (2 x 70, 3 x 80) 2 Small screwdriver 3 Tweezers 4 Brush/needle...
... (red) 4 Lower looper auto-threader 1 5 Lower knife 2 6 Lower knife setscrew 7 Upper knife 3 8 Conversion arm 5 6 4 Details of the machine 9 8 Accessories in looper cover The most important threading and machine accessories are neatly stored in the looper cover and always to hand. 1 Household needles 130/705H (2 x 70, 3 x 80) 2 Small screwdriver 3 Tweezers 4 Brush/needle...
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... the plug in any way (for fully variable speed control. Position the thread guide (5) on the thread stand so that it still does not fit, contact a qualified 3 electrician to fit in the polarized main socket , reverse the plug. For the BERNINA 2500DCET use only the foot control model YC-425 (USA, Canada). 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09...
... the plug in any way (for fully variable speed control. Position the thread guide (5) on the thread stand so that it still does not fit, contact a qualified 3 electrician to fit in the polarized main socket , reverse the plug. For the BERNINA 2500DCET use only the foot control model YC-425 (USA, Canada). 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09...
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It catches the cut-off fabric as you sew, keeping your BERNINA overlocker. Place the stabilizers on the looper cover. with the spool holder caps, rounded side downwards. Remove the stabilizers for household spools, but secure the ...:33 Uhr Seite 12 Setting up the machine 12 Waste collector Hang the waste collector onto the opening provided on the spool pins when using thread cones. Thread, cones, spools Cones or domestic spools in all sizes can be used on your working area neat and tidy.
It catches the cut-off fabric as you sew, keeping your BERNINA overlocker. Place the stabilizers on the looper cover. with the spool holder caps, rounded side downwards. Remove the stabilizers for household spools, but secure the ...:33 Uhr Seite 12 Setting up the machine 12 Waste collector Hang the waste collector onto the opening provided on the spool pins when using thread cones. Thread, cones, spools Cones or domestic spools in all sizes can be used on your working area neat and tidy.
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2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 13 Setting up the machine Placing the spool holder for the top & bottom cover stitch thread Lift the foam pad (A), slide the guide tabs (C) of the spool holder (B) into the guide of the upperside of the spool holder from left to right into position (E) and press until tab (D) A clicks into the underside of rib (F). 13 E F C D B E C F D
2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 13 Setting up the machine Placing the spool holder for the top & bottom cover stitch thread Lift the foam pad (A), slide the guide tabs (C) of the spool holder (B) into the guide of the upperside of the spool holder from left to right into position (E) and press until tab (D) A clicks into the underside of rib (F). 13 E F C D B E C F D
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...09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 14 Functions and general operating instructions 14 1 2 4 3 Power switch The power switch is on for threading etc. The machine will cut-out after 2 seconds, after cooling down , i.e. When the foot control is depressed, the safety control lamp will ...stop Your Bernina overlocker is equipped with the needle in their highest position, the ideal position for threading or changing needles. O = OFF I = ON Light switch The light switch is positioned on the rear...
...09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 14 Functions and general operating instructions 14 1 2 4 3 Power switch The power switch is on for threading etc. The machine will cut-out after 2 seconds, after cooling down , i.e. When the foot control is depressed, the safety control lamp will ...stop Your Bernina overlocker is equipped with the needle in their highest position, the ideal position for threading or changing needles. O = OFF I = ON Light switch The light switch is positioned on the rear...
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... ribbing, trousers and sleeve hems. Two-step presser foot lifter The presser foot lifter is raised, all the tensions are released making it easier to thread the machine. Cloth plate / free-arm The cloth plate can be removed to expose the free arm. To close the cover, push it will engage...
... ribbing, trousers and sleeve hems. Two-step presser foot lifter The presser foot lifter is raised, all the tensions are released making it easier to thread the machine. Cloth plate / free-arm The cloth plate can be removed to expose the free arm. To close the cover, push it will engage...
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... attach the foot, place it easier to change the needles and insert band or elastic into the guide on the foot. To position for threading needles. The spring-loaded side sections (2) guide the fabric and prevent sideways movement. The groove in the shaft should not be swung out... 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 16 Functions and general operating instructions Swing-out presser foot 16 The swing-out foot (exclusive by BERNINA) provides easy access for sewing: · Push the foot from the clamp (2) and remove it to the left. Note: Cover stitch compensating...
... attach the foot, place it easier to change the needles and insert band or elastic into the guide on the foot. To position for threading needles. The spring-loaded side sections (2) guide the fabric and prevent sideways movement. The groove in the shaft should not be swung out... 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 16 Functions and general operating instructions Swing-out presser foot 16 The swing-out foot (exclusive by BERNINA) provides easy access for sewing: · Push the foot from the clamp (2) and remove it to the left. Note: Cover stitch compensating...
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... Woven fabrics 19 0.7 Stretching effect, 19 pucker free seams 19 Nylon jerseys, closely woven fabrics e.g Charmeuse, linings, satin, poplin. 4 thread cover stitch (5 thread top & bottom cover stitch) Thick or loose knits, hand-knits Fine to medium weight knits Knits with the grain Sewing over seams... 3 thread cover stitch (5 thread top & bottom cover stitch) Thick or loose knits, hand-knits Fine to medium weight knits, e.g. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007...
... Woven fabrics 19 0.7 Stretching effect, 19 pucker free seams 19 Nylon jerseys, closely woven fabrics e.g Charmeuse, linings, satin, poplin. 4 thread cover stitch (5 thread top & bottom cover stitch) Thick or loose knits, hand-knits Fine to medium weight knits Knits with the grain Sewing over seams... 3 thread cover stitch (5 thread top & bottom cover stitch) Thick or loose knits, hand-knits Fine to medium weight knits, e.g. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007...
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2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 21 L C R 1 3 2 Functions and general operating instructions Needle clamp BERNINA 2500DCET needle clamp 21 There are three needle positions (L, C, R) each with the practical needle inserter. Inserting needles Needles can be inserted ... and C Needles C and R 2.5 mm cover stitch left or right of the needle inserter (1) and insert the needle in use, and their corresponding thread(s). Loosen the fixation screw and remove the needle using the inserter. To remove: · Raise the needles (Needle stop). · Raise the presser ...
2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 21 L C R 1 3 2 Functions and general operating instructions Needle clamp BERNINA 2500DCET needle clamp 21 There are three needle positions (L, C, R) each with the practical needle inserter. Inserting needles Needles can be inserted ... and C Needles C and R 2.5 mm cover stitch left or right of the needle inserter (1) and insert the needle in use, and their corresponding thread(s). Loosen the fixation screw and remove the needle using the inserter. To remove: · Raise the needles (Needle stop). · Raise the presser ...
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it no longer carries thread but it diverts the lower looper thread so that the upper looper is correctly positioned by first turning the handwheel a few times to form a chain. When the selection lever is pulled forward (3), ...: Before starting to front (2). Stitch selection lever /roll hem on the stitch plate The selection lever for overlock stitches sewn with one looper, e.g. 2 thread roll hem or 2 thread flatlock. · Lower the needles (press Needle stop) · Open the looper cover Attach the converter (stored in the stitch plate. The fabric edge...
it no longer carries thread but it diverts the lower looper thread so that the upper looper is correctly positioned by first turning the handwheel a few times to form a chain. When the selection lever is pulled forward (3), ...: Before starting to front (2). Stitch selection lever /roll hem on the stitch plate The selection lever for overlock stitches sewn with one looper, e.g. 2 thread roll hem or 2 thread flatlock. · Lower the needles (press Needle stop) · Open the looper cover Attach the converter (stored in the stitch plate. The fabric edge...
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...- Pull the fibres. The fed through sewing thick or decorative becoming widely available. decorative threads. Use Thread/decorative threads Sewing and special overlock · Purchase threads on cones) are required. 23 types of types, duced exclusively for over- ·... BERNINA overlocker. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 23 Needles, thread, fabric Needles and machine Your BERNINA overlocker is the BERNINA 2500DCET cover stitch or JLx2 needles 23 equipped with thread used. stitch (Positions F and G). too fine, the thread ...
...- Pull the fibres. The fed through sewing thick or decorative becoming widely available. decorative threads. Use Thread/decorative threads Sewing and special overlock · Purchase threads on cones) are required. 23 types of types, duced exclusively for over- ·... BERNINA overlocker. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 23 Needles, thread, fabric Needles and machine Your BERNINA overlocker is the BERNINA 2500DCET cover stitch or JLx2 needles 23 equipped with thread used. stitch (Positions F and G). too fine, the thread ...
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... lower looper (the upper looper is released and the upper knife and knife arm are raised). Overlock stitches are not in use and their corresponding threads. Examples: A 3 thread super stretch 2 thread overlock/flatlock/roll hem B C D E 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 The BERNINA 2500DCET can be converted to cover and chain stitch.
... lower looper (the upper looper is released and the upper knife and knife arm are raised). Overlock stitches are not in use and their corresponding threads. Examples: A 3 thread super stretch 2 thread overlock/flatlock/roll hem B C D E 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 The BERNINA 2500DCET can be converted to cover and chain stitch.
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... 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 A 1-6 B 7 C 8 D 9 E 10 11 F 12 13 G 14 15 H 16 Stitch formations and stitch selection Stitch display /stitch selection dial The Bernina 2500DCET is pre-set tensions for woolly nylon or a similar decorative 25 thread in wiper activating lever The stitches on Position B are distributed over eight positions. Position F is equipped with pre-set for...
... 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 A 1-6 B 7 C 8 D 9 E 10 11 F 12 13 G 14 15 H 16 Stitch formations and stitch selection Stitch display /stitch selection dial The Bernina 2500DCET is pre-set tensions for woolly nylon or a similar decorative 25 thread in wiper activating lever The stitches on Position B are distributed over eight positions. Position F is equipped with pre-set for...
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... C 5-7 mm needle L E Lower looper: all-purpose overlock thread, polyester thread, woolly nylon or similar decorative or rayon thread Needle: all purpose overlock thread, polyester thread Stitch length: min. 2.5 Cutting width: 2 Differential: N Stitch 1 4 thread overlock with integrated safety seam Symbols 2 3 thread super stretch 26 3 3 thread overlock 4 2 thread wrapped overlock 5 3 thread narrow seam 6 2 thread roll hem 7 3 thread roll hem 8 3 thread flatlock 9 2 thread flatlock Stitch width Pos.
... C 5-7 mm needle L E Lower looper: all-purpose overlock thread, polyester thread, woolly nylon or similar decorative or rayon thread Needle: all purpose overlock thread, polyester thread Stitch length: min. 2.5 Cutting width: 2 Differential: N Stitch 1 4 thread overlock with integrated safety seam Symbols 2 3 thread super stretch 26 3 3 thread overlock 4 2 thread wrapped overlock 5 3 thread narrow seam 6 2 thread roll hem 7 3 thread roll hem 8 3 thread flatlock 9 2 thread flatlock Stitch width Pos.
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... Clothing: jackets, coats, pullovers ■ Decorative flat seam with pre-set for cover stitch, G for chain stitch using standard overlock thread. The stitches on sheer and lightweight woven fabrics or jerseys. Swimwear, gymwear, sportswear ■ Neatening edges of silks, cotton or synthetic ...finish on clothing such as coats, jackets and pullovers as well as Lycra. Suitable for all -purpose overlock thread and H for patchwork. Position F is not threaded) Move stitch selection lever to overlock Move stitch selection lever to medium weight cotton, viscose, satin or ...
... Clothing: jackets, coats, pullovers ■ Decorative flat seam with pre-set for cover stitch, G for chain stitch using standard overlock thread. The stitches on sheer and lightweight woven fabrics or jerseys. Swimwear, gymwear, sportswear ■ Neatening edges of silks, cotton or synthetic ...finish on clothing such as coats, jackets and pullovers as well as Lycra. Suitable for all -purpose overlock thread and H for patchwork. Position F is not threaded) Move stitch selection lever to overlock Move stitch selection lever to medium weight cotton, viscose, satin or ...