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Bernina Embroidery Software Version 8
I installed version 8 Designer Plus update. it worked well at first. now I get an error message that...
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Lower Feed Dogs
I would like to try some free-motion quilting. How do I lower the feed dogs on my Bernina 210?
I would like to try some free-motion quilting. How do I lower the feed dogs on my Bernina 210?
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Won't Turn On.
My machine won't turn on. Twice before it finally turned on after 6 or 7 tries. Now nothing. I've ha...
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Popular Bernina Activa 210 Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 1
The new BERNINA activa 210 are assured of years of added value features to service your sewing computer for you are characterized by our highly trained BERNINA dealers, who will be glad to give you Swiss precision engineering combined with imaginative ideas and practical tips all add to our customers.
Ueltschi Owner
www.bernina.com BERNINA International AG •...
User Guide - Page 2
..., it has fallen into water Return the sewing computer to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Replace the bulb with any air openings blocked. Never operate this manual. Close attention is necessary when the sewing computer is not intended for use by persons (including children) whit reduced physical, sensory...
User Guide - Page 3
... outlet when removing covers, lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the product. Use only identical replacement parts. SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS
added to the national directive. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be marked on the product. This sewing computer is provided with the words «DOUBLE INSULATION»...
User Guide - Page 6
... wider than the other).
If the plug
When sewing • unwind the cable
Refer to install the proper outlet. does not fit fully in ...Instruction manual • Foot control • Power cable • Warranty card
The foot control regulates the sewing speed Sewing speed is switched on 0 the computer is switched off with sewing computer activa 210. Important! (USA/Canada only) This sewing...
User Guide - Page 9
... a defective CFL sewing light must be replaced by hand • to interrupt or stop sewing = press start -stop-button A =
stitching starts • with the sewing computer, the Start-stop -button A again
CFL sewing light
Please refer to the safety instructions! Contrary to an authorized BERNINA dealer!
032622.50.04_0701_a210_EN Lens Set
We recommend the use of the BERNINA Lens Set for more...
User Guide - Page 13
... work
• raise the pin until it clicks into position
Please refer to the safety instruction! Changing the presser foot sole
Setting up the sewing computer
13
3
Changing the presser foot sole • raise the needle and the
presser ...the foot sole will click into its vertical position
• when using large reels, add the foam pad A for sewing with more than one thread, i.e.
User Guide - Page 16
...; the measurements show the distance (with needle position cen- 16
Setting up the sewing computer
Stitch plate
Note: To change the stitch plate see page 31
Stitch plate markings • the stitch plates are marked with seam guide lines in mm or
inches • they are very useful guide lines for precise seaming • the millimetre markings are at...
User Guide - Page 17
... other sewing or embroidery threads are used to reduce the upper thread tension turn ten-
sion adjustment wheel to 3-1
Upper thread tension too loose • the upper thread is pulled more to the right
side of the fabric • to suit the fabric and chosen stitch.
Thread tension
3 A
5
Operating instructions
17
The basic setting •...
User Guide - Page 18
... it to suit the fabric and produce perfect results.
This can naturally affect the stitch balance so that they are sewn too close together or not close enough.
18
Operating instructions
Balance
Your sewing computer has been tested and factory set using a double layer of cretonne fabric and Metrosene 100/2 threads (Arova Mettler, Switzerland).
Applications...
User Guide - Page 22
... and over the
edge of the guide on the sole No. 5 • set to right needle position to stitch along upper
edge
Zig-zag stitch No. 2
A Fabric edges finished with zig-zag stitch
B Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch length
C Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch width
Use reverse pattern sole No. 1
Zig-zag stitch • for all fabrics • for...
User Guide - Page 28
... the second bead, stop the sewing computer • press the reverse button
4 sew the bartack and the securing stitches
Individual steps can be deleted by pressing
the «clr/del»-button
Altering the stitch length: • any balance alterations to the normal setting!
032622.50.04_0701_a210_EN 28
Selected practical stitches
Sewing a manual standard buttonhole
Both beads are...
User Guide - Page 29
...suitable for thread When sewing, the thread runs in perfect condition. Thick threads, synthetic mercerised thread
Buttonhole thread for the thread and faulty stitching or thread breakage ...•
•
•
hooked needle
032622.50.04_0701_a210_EN Problems can occur. Important facts about sewing needles
Your BERNINA uses needle system 130/705H. Needle
Needle and thread The most commonly ...
User Guide - Page 31
...
Cleaning the LCD display and the sewing computer • wipe with a cloth or brush,
never use a sharp instrument • replace the hook, turning the handwheel if
necessary so that the hook driver is stored in a cold room, it should be brought to the safety instruction!
032622.50.04_0701_a210_EN
Never use • turn power switch to «...
User Guide - Page 33
... point does not
suit the fabric being sewn. Take your sewing computer to your BERNINA dealer. • The needle is bent or blunt. • Poor quality, knotted or dried out thread has been used . Skipped stitches • Wrong needles used . • Use the correct spool disc. • Stitch plate or hook tip damaged. Check
upper and lower...
User Guide - Page 34
... accessories
P Power cable Presser feet
R Reverse sewing Running stitch
7, 8, 9
6 7
T
Thread cutter Thread tension Threading Threads Triple straight stitch Trouble shooting
10, 11, 15 17 14 29
21, 23 33
20 U
21, 23 Upper thread
14
19 9
31-32 20
19 20 15 20 29, 30
S
Seam guide
8
Sewing light
9, 32
Sewing table
8
Snap-on soles
7
Spool pin...
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