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...this manual. Read all instructions before cleaning. 3. The appliance should never be marked on cord. Replacement parts for household use . 17. This overlock/cover stitch machine is required around the sewing needle and knife. 6. Always unplug the machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before ... by the manufacturer as a toy. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:32 Uhr Seite 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions 3 When using this overlock sewing machine. 11. Never operate the appliance with double insulation (except USA/CANADA).
...this manual. Read all instructions before cleaning. 3. The appliance should never be marked on cord. Replacement parts for household use . 17. This overlock/cover stitch machine is required around the sewing needle and knife. 6. Always unplug the machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before ... by the manufacturer as a toy. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:32 Uhr Seite 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions 3 When using this overlock sewing machine. 11. Never operate the appliance with double insulation (except USA/CANADA).
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... scope for using Dear Customer the various overlock stitches, roll hem, cover and chain stitch. Our comprehensive instruction manual takes you with tips and suggestions for getting the most out of your BERNINA 2500DCET overlocker. We also provide you step by step... through the features and handling of your BERNINA dealer who will be delighted to contact your new overlocker. Hanspeter Ueltschi BERNINA INTERNATIONAL AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT President BERNINA International AG, CH-8266 Steckborn...
... scope for using Dear Customer the various overlock stitches, roll hem, cover and chain stitch. Our comprehensive instruction manual takes you with tips and suggestions for getting the most out of your BERNINA 2500DCET overlocker. We also provide you step by step... through the features and handling of your BERNINA dealer who will be delighted to contact your new overlocker. Hanspeter Ueltschi BERNINA INTERNATIONAL AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT President BERNINA International AG, CH-8266 Steckborn...
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... Technical information 76 Optional Accessories 77 Bernina publications 78 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 5 Contents 5 Details of the machine 6 Setting up the machine 11 Functions and general operating instructions 14 Needles, thread, fabric 23 Stitch chart and stitch selection 24 Threading instructions for overlock, cover/chain stitch and top...
... Technical information 76 Optional Accessories 77 Bernina publications 78 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 5 Contents 5 Details of the machine 6 Setting up the machine 11 Functions and general operating instructions 14 Needles, thread, fabric 23 Stitch chart and stitch selection 24 Threading instructions for overlock, cover/chain stitch and top...
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2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 7 Details of the machine BERNINA 2500DCET overlock mode View from the front 7 12 1 Stitch selection dial 13 2 Stitch display 3 Cloth plate/free arm 14 4 Stitch plate 25 24 23 22 5 Standard presser ... (yellow) 26 Cutting width dial 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...
2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 7 Details of the machine BERNINA 2500DCET overlock mode View from the front 7 12 1 Stitch selection dial 13 2 Stitch display 3 Cloth plate/free arm 14 4 Stitch plate 25 24 23 22 5 Standard presser ... (yellow) 26 Cutting width dial 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...
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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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... Instructions for using the cover stitch presser foot (compensating foot) are on page 16. 13 Cover stitch: Depending on whether your machine is delivered in overlock or cover stitch mode, either of the accessories 12 13, 14 or 15 will be attached to the machine.
... Instructions for using the cover stitch presser foot (compensating foot) are on page 16. 13 Cover stitch: Depending on whether your machine is delivered in overlock or cover stitch mode, either of the accessories 12 13, 14 or 15 will be attached to the machine.
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Do not modify the plug in any way (for : Overlock stitch mode A to the machine. For the BERNINA 2500DCET use only the foot control model YC-425 (USA, Canada). The maximum sewing speed for USA, Canada only). Plug the power cord into the machine ... G Top&botom cover stitch mode H 1500 s.p.m. 800 s.p.m. 500 s.p.m. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 11 Setting up the machine Attaching the foot control 2500DCET Plug the foot control into the socket on the back of the 4 machine. The maximum sewing speeds are automatically set by the stitch selection dial...
Do not modify the plug in any way (for : Overlock stitch mode A to the machine. For the BERNINA 2500DCET use only the foot control model YC-425 (USA, Canada). The maximum sewing speed for USA, Canada only). Plug the power cord into the machine ... G Top&botom cover stitch mode H 1500 s.p.m. 800 s.p.m. 500 s.p.m. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 11 Setting up the machine Attaching the foot control 2500DCET Plug the foot control into the socket on the back of the 4 machine. The maximum sewing speeds are automatically set by the stitch selection dial...
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... the spool pins when using thread cones. with the wider edge at the top. It catches the cut-off fabric as you sew, keeping your BERNINA overlocker.
... the spool pins when using thread cones. with the wider edge at the top. It catches the cut-off fabric as you sew, keeping your BERNINA overlocker.
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..., the motor will not sew but the light remains on the handwheel side of the machine in the fabric. Needle stop: The Needle stop Your Bernina overlocker is equipped with the needle in front of the presser foot lifter. 1 = ON 2 = OFF Electronics/Safety/Needle stop for... overlock stitches (positions A to the left of the machine socket. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 14 Functions and general operating instructions 14 1 2 4 3 Power ...
..., the motor will not sew but the light remains on the handwheel side of the machine in the fabric. Needle stop: The Needle stop Your Bernina overlocker is equipped with the needle in front of the presser foot lifter. 1 = ON 2 = OFF Electronics/Safety/Needle stop for... overlock stitches (positions A to the left of the machine socket. 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 14 Functions and general operating instructions 14 1 2 4 3 Power ...
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...3 mm 5 mm 2 4 mm 6 mm 3 5 mm 7 mm Position of the lower knife. The upper knife and upper knife arm are sewn without knives. Most overlock work is in 17 the direction desired. The stitch width of movement is determined by the selected stitch length. 17 The stitch length is determined...:33 Uhr Seite 17 Stitch length Functions and general operating instructions Every stitch equals one complete feed-dog movement. The 17 amount of overlock stitches is infinitely variable from 1- 4 mm and can be adjusted while sewing. Simply turn the stitch length dial in cover/chain ...
...3 mm 5 mm 2 4 mm 6 mm 3 5 mm 7 mm Position of the lower knife. The upper knife and upper knife arm are sewn without knives. Most overlock work is in 17 the direction desired. The stitch width of movement is determined by the selected stitch length. 17 The stitch length is determined...:33 Uhr Seite 17 Stitch length Functions and general operating instructions Every stitch equals one complete feed-dog movement. The 17 amount of overlock stitches is infinitely variable from 1- 4 mm and can be adjusted while sewing. Simply turn the stitch length dial in cover/chain ...
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... common use for fully variable adjustments while sewing. The distance travelled by the rear feed dog is to a higher number. Test sew. Differential feed Your BERNINA overlocker is greater than that of the front feed dog. The front feed dog pushes the amount of fabric which the rear feed dog can take...
... common use for fully variable adjustments while sewing. The distance travelled by the rear feed dog is to a higher number. Test sew. Differential feed Your BERNINA overlocker is greater than that of the front feed dog. The front feed dog pushes the amount of fabric which the rear feed dog can take...
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... weight knits Knits with the grain sewing over seams 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 19 Functions and general operating instructions Setting Effect Overlock 2 Gathering effect, flat seams Thick or loose knits, hand-
... weight knits Knits with the grain sewing over seams 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:33 Uhr Seite 19 Functions and general operating instructions Setting Effect Overlock 2 Gathering effect, flat seams Thick or loose knits, hand-
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... chiffon, georgette, batiste, linings. It is too high. L Low pressure: For light-weight or sheer fabrics such as denim, tweed, linen and for most normal overlock work. N Normal pressure: Basic setting for sewing on elastic. Always set to «N» when sewing knits. 1 2 Upper knife Raise the needle(s) to the right... dial (2) counter-clockwise until the knife locks (3). To raise the knife press the upper knife holder (1) to their highest position (needle stop). Note: Seams in overlock mode.
... chiffon, georgette, batiste, linings. It is too high. L Low pressure: For light-weight or sheer fabrics such as denim, tweed, linen and for most normal overlock work. N Normal pressure: Basic setting for sewing on elastic. Always set to «N» when sewing knits. 1 2 Upper knife Raise the needle(s) to the right... dial (2) counter-clockwise until the knife locks (3). To raise the knife press the upper knife holder (1) to their highest position (needle stop). Note: Seams in overlock mode.
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...third needle position (R) is slightly higher than the needle C. Needle L is for cover and chain stitch. Needle L and C or Needle L 5-7 mm overlock Needle C 3-5 mm overlock 2-3 mm roll hem Needles L, C R or needle L and R 5 mm cover stitch Needles L and C Needles C and R 2.5 mm cover ...out or remove. 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. Tip: Insert the needle C first and ...
...third needle position (R) is slightly higher than the needle C. Needle L is for cover and chain stitch. Needle L and C or Needle L 5-7 mm overlock Needle C 3-5 mm overlock 2-3 mm roll hem Needles L, C R or needle L and R 5 mm cover stitch Needles L and C Needles C and R 2.5 mm cover ...out or remove. 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. Tip: Insert the needle C first and ...
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... upper looper is correctly positioned by first turning the handwheel a few times to produce a fine and decorative edge finish. 4 6 For overlock, push the selection lever back away from back to front (2). Stitch selection lever /roll hem on the stitch plate The selection lever for... pin while sewing to form a chain. The upper looper has now been converted, i.e. When the selection lever is pulled forward (3), the wide overlock stitch finger (4) is retracted to the upper 1 looper arm (1). 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 22 Functions and general operating instructions ...
... upper looper is correctly positioned by first turning the handwheel a few times to produce a fine and decorative edge finish. 4 6 For overlock, push the selection lever back away from back to front (2). Stitch selection lever /roll hem on the stitch plate The selection lever for... pin while sewing to form a chain. The upper looper has now been converted, i.e. When the selection lever is pulled forward (3), the wide overlock stitch finger (4) is retracted to the upper 1 looper arm (1). 2500_DCE_1_englisch_neu 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 22 Functions and general operating instructions ...
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... easily and · Use the deco-guide when without resistance through the long groove BERNINA overlocker. basic guidelines when using weights and combination locking. Problems can also be used on the thread. C made for certain It is the BERNINA 2500DCET cover stitch or JLx2 needles 23 equipped with thread used When sewing, the thread...
... easily and · Use the deco-guide when without resistance through the long groove BERNINA overlocker. basic guidelines when using weights and combination locking. Problems can also be used on the thread. C made for certain It is the BERNINA 2500DCET cover stitch or JLx2 needles 23 equipped with thread used When sewing, the thread...
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... Uhr Seite 24 Stitch formations and stitch selection 1 2 3 4 24 5 6 1-6 7 8 9 BERNINA 2500DCET stitches The 2500DCET sews 16 different basic stitches. 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 sewn with integrated safety seam 3 thread overlock/flatlock/roll hem/narrow seam A further selection of stitches can...
... Uhr Seite 24 Stitch formations and stitch selection 1 2 3 4 24 5 6 1-6 7 8 9 BERNINA 2500DCET stitches The 2500DCET sews 16 different basic stitches. 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 sewn with integrated safety seam 3 thread overlock/flatlock/roll hem/narrow seam A further selection of stitches can...
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... display /stitch selection dial The Bernina 2500DCET is equipped with pre-set for cover stitch, G for sixteen different stitches are distributed over eight positions. The positions A, C, D and E are the same as position A but with a one dial stitch selection function. The basic tension settings for chain stitch using standard overlock thread. Symbols: Yellow line...
... display /stitch selection dial The Bernina 2500DCET is equipped with pre-set for cover stitch, G for sixteen different stitches are distributed over eight positions. The positions A, C, D and E are the same as position A but with a one dial stitch selection function. The basic tension settings for chain stitch using standard overlock thread. Symbols: Yellow line...
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..., polyester thread, embroidery and darning thread B Lower looper: woolly nylon or similar decorative thread Needle: all-purpose overlock thread, polyester thread A Loopers/needle: all-purpose overlock thread, polyester and rayon threads Stitch length: 2.5 Cutting width: 2 Differential: N-1.5 (knits), 0.7-N (wovens) Stitch ... 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 26 Stitch Chart No. 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...
..., polyester thread, embroidery and darning thread B Lower looper: woolly nylon or similar decorative thread Needle: all-purpose overlock thread, polyester thread A Loopers/needle: all-purpose overlock thread, polyester and rayon threads Stitch length: 2.5 Cutting width: 2 Differential: N-1.5 (knits), 0.7-N (wovens) Stitch ... 09.10.2007 14:34 Uhr Seite 26 Stitch Chart No. 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...
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...e.g. Clothing: jackets, coats, pullovers ■ Decorative flat seam with pre-set for cover stitch, G for chain stitch using standard overlock thread. Stitch Chart Threading symbols The stitch display provides all fine or sheer fabrics. The machine must be converted (see page 60)....■ Decorative seams in woven or fleecy fabrics or firm knits. Position F is not threaded) Move stitch selection lever to overlock Move stitch selection lever to medium weight cotton, viscose, satin or synthetic fibres, e.g. Sweatshirts, running suits, jersey and knitted garments...
...e.g. Clothing: jackets, coats, pullovers ■ Decorative flat seam with pre-set for cover stitch, G for chain stitch using standard overlock thread. Stitch Chart Threading symbols The stitch display provides all fine or sheer fabrics. The machine must be converted (see page 60)....■ Decorative seams in woven or fleecy fabrics or firm knits. Position F is not threaded) Move stitch selection lever to overlock Move stitch selection lever to medium weight cotton, viscose, satin or synthetic fibres, e.g. Sweatshirts, running suits, jersey and knitted garments...