User Guide
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...lint, dust and fabric remnants and the like. 5. Do not unplug by the manufacturer as threading or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc. 10. Replacement parts for any possible damage as a toy. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Always unplug this ...moving parts. Use only identical replacement parts. Do not use bent needles. 8. This sewing computer is intended for its intended use the BERNINA original stitch plate. SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS In a double-insulated product, two systems of the system and should always be marked on the...
...lint, dust and fabric remnants and the like. 5. Do not unplug by the manufacturer as threading or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc. 10. Replacement parts for any possible damage as a toy. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! Always unplug this ...moving parts. Use only identical replacement parts. Do not use bent needles. 8. This sewing computer is intended for its intended use the BERNINA original stitch plate. SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS In a double-insulated product, two systems of the system and should always be marked on the...
User Guide
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... foot lifter (Free Hand System) • slide-on table • seam guide for bobbin holders D and presser feet E. (Additional compartments and drawers are available as optional extras.) • push the bobbins into the compartments provided • to remove a bobbin, press the compartment holder F lightly • insert the presser feet into the slot •...
... foot lifter (Free Hand System) • slide-on table • seam guide for bobbin holders D and presser feet E. (Additional compartments and drawers are available as optional extras.) • push the bobbins into the compartments provided • to remove a bobbin, press the compartment holder F lightly • insert the presser feet into the slot •...
User Guide
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...on smooth fabrics, darning 4 Zipper foot Sewing in zippers 9 Darning foot Used with the feed dog in bobbin case) • selection of BERNINA specialty presser feet for sewing buttonholes *can vary from country to slip and for quilting Standard Accessories* • four... bobbins (+ one in a lowered position for darning, monograms, and freehand embroidery 20C Open embroidery foot Embroidery, appliqué, satin stitch seams, monograms BERNINA Specialty Presser Feet The standard selection of presser feet covers most ...
...on smooth fabrics, darning 4 Zipper foot Sewing in zippers 9 Darning foot Used with the feed dog in bobbin case) • selection of BERNINA specialty presser feet for sewing buttonholes *can vary from country to slip and for quilting Standard Accessories* • four... bobbins (+ one in a lowered position for darning, monograms, and freehand embroidery 20C Open embroidery foot Embroidery, appliqué, satin stitch seams, monograms BERNINA Specialty Presser Feet The standard selection of presser feet covers most ...
User Guide
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... begin button 32 Stitch width knob 33 Stitch length knob 34 FHS (Free Hand System) connection 35 Thread guide (while winding the bobbin when sewing and embroidering) 36 Horizontal spool pin 37 Carrying handle 38 Rear thread guide 39 CFL (Cool Fluorescent Light) sewing light ...(«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 Presser foot 6 Needle clamp 7 Thread guide 8 Needle threader 9 Thread...
... begin button 32 Stitch width knob 33 Stitch length knob 34 FHS (Free Hand System) connection 35 Thread guide (while winding the bobbin when sewing and embroidering) 36 Horizontal spool pin 37 Carrying handle 38 Rear thread guide 39 CFL (Cool Fluorescent Light) sewing light ...(«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 Presser foot 6 Needle clamp 7 Thread guide 8 Needle threader 9 Thread...
User Guide
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...the rear guide and around the pre-tension stud • wind the thread two to three times around the empty bobbin and cut the thread ! 10 Operating Instructions Winding the Bobbin Winding the Bobbin • turn power switch to «0» (off any excess thread on the thread cutter • press the... engaging lever against the bobbin • the bobbin winder works automatically • the winding speed can be adjusted with the «+» or «-» in the opened screen or by ...
...the rear guide and around the pre-tension stud • wind the thread two to three times around the empty bobbin and cut the thread ! 10 Operating Instructions Winding the Bobbin Winding the Bobbin • turn power switch to «0» (off any excess thread on the thread cutter • press the... engaging lever against the bobbin • the bobbin winder works automatically • the winding speed can be adjusted with the «+» or «-» in the opened screen or by ...
User Guide
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...into slit of upper thread tension E Down • pull thread down to B Up • take thread up lever ! diameter of the Bobbin The bobbin must be no clearance between the disc and the spool • take - up cover to the right of the spring. Down • ...take -up to the safety instructions! Inserting the Bobbin Operating Instructions 11 Inserting the Bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the thread winds clockwise. Clockwise Turning of spool determines disc size. Threading the Upper Thread C A B D...
...into slit of upper thread tension E Down • pull thread down to B Up • take thread up lever ! diameter of the Bobbin The bobbin must be no clearance between the disc and the spool • take - up cover to the right of the spring. Down • ...take -up to the safety instructions! Inserting the Bobbin Operating Instructions 11 Inserting the Bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the thread winds clockwise. Clockwise Turning of spool determines disc size. Threading the Upper Thread C A B D...
User Guide
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... front into the guide until it catches in Front of Needle • put the thread from front to back over the head frame cutter The bobbin thread must be threaded by hand Bringing up the Lower Thread • hold the upper thread • sew one stitch by tapping on the presser...
... front into the guide until it catches in Front of Needle • put the thread from front to back over the head frame cutter The bobbin thread must be threaded by hand Bringing up the Lower Thread • hold the upper thread • sew one stitch by tapping on the presser...
User Guide
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... caught on the spool pin) Threading the Triple Needle • two thread spools and one full bobbin are needed A • place one thread spool on horizontal spool pin • place second thread spool and the bobbin, separated by a spool disc, on additional spool pin (both spools have to turn in the same...
... caught on the spool pin) Threading the Triple Needle • two thread spools and one full bobbin are needed A • place one thread spool on horizontal spool pin • place second thread spool and the bobbin, separated by a spool disc, on additional spool pin (both spools have to turn in the same...
User Guide
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... stitching in straight stitch Securing stitch No. 5 • securing with Quilters Securing Program No. 324 Automatic Thread Cutter • press external button • upper and bobbin thread are cut automatically Start-Stop Button • starts and stops the sewing computer when operating it without foot control • starts and stops the...
... stitching in straight stitch Securing stitch No. 5 • securing with Quilters Securing Program No. 324 Automatic Thread Cutter • press external button • upper and bobbin thread are cut automatically Start-Stop Button • starts and stops the sewing computer when operating it without foot control • starts and stops the...
User Guide
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.... screen (stitch formation in black) when a change is made Save and close • touch «OK» • the alteration is factory set for the bobbin as well as embroidery thread, and it may be deleted with «CLR» and does not remain saved when turning the sewing computer off...
.... screen (stitch formation in black) when a change is made Save and close • touch «OK» • the alteration is factory set for the bobbin as well as embroidery thread, and it may be deleted with «CLR» and does not remain saved when turning the sewing computer off...
User Guide
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... (e.g. wool, velvet, etc.) programmed with triple straight stitch or with satin stitches - Decorative stitch No. 401) Perfect Stitch Formation • use the same needle and bobbin thread color • use a stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric for perfect stitch formation • use an additional, water soluble stabilizer on the...
... (e.g. wool, velvet, etc.) programmed with triple straight stitch or with satin stitches - Decorative stitch No. 401) Perfect Stitch Formation • use the same needle and bobbin thread color • use a stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric for perfect stitch formation • use an additional, water soluble stabilizer on the...
User Guide
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...; touching the «A/a» on-screen button changes to lower case (Block and Script) Perfect Stitch Formation • use the same color for upper and bobbin threads • use stabilizer on the wrong side to reinforce sewing project • use simpler letters, programmed with straight stitches (like Double Block lettering) Lettering...
...; touching the «A/a» on-screen button changes to lower case (Block and Script) Perfect Stitch Formation • use the same color for upper and bobbin threads • use stabilizer on the wrong side to reinforce sewing project • use simpler letters, programmed with straight stitches (like Double Block lettering) Lettering...
User Guide
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... back holes with the same program Beginning and Ending Threads • the threads are secured and can be trimmed For Secure Results • pull both bobbin threads until the ends of the same type buttons must be programmed in stitch combinations. They cannot be sewn on program twice. 76 Buttonholes -
... back holes with the same program Beginning and Ending Threads • the threads are secured and can be trimmed For Secure Results • pull both bobbin threads until the ends of the same type buttons must be programmed in stitch combinations. They cannot be sewn on program twice. 76 Buttonholes -
User Guide
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Hand-look Quilt Stitch Stitch: Needle: Upper thread: Bobbin thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Quilt stitches Nos. 328, 347, 348, 350 size and type suitable for all freehand quilt work Preparation • pin and ... Stitches - they never cross nor touch one another Applications 79 Hand-look «hand sewn». Sewing Test • the bobbin thread is pulled to the right side 1 stitch is visible (bobbin thread) 1 stitch is invisible (monofilament) = handlook effect Upper Thread Tension • the upper thread tension is automatically set • Increase...
Hand-look Quilt Stitch Stitch: Needle: Upper thread: Bobbin thread: Feed dog: Presser foot: Quilt stitches Nos. 328, 347, 348, 350 size and type suitable for all freehand quilt work Preparation • pin and ... Stitches - they never cross nor touch one another Applications 79 Hand-look «hand sewn». Sewing Test • the bobbin thread is pulled to the right side 1 stitch is visible (bobbin thread) 1 stitch is invisible (monofilament) = handlook effect Upper Thread Tension • the upper thread tension is automatically set • Increase...
User Guide
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...;-» changes the basic settings of the speed by a dark bar Auto Thread Cutter • when the bar is active (blue) the upper thread and bobbin thread are attached.
...;-» changes the basic settings of the speed by a dark bar Auto Thread Cutter • when the bar is active (blue) the upper thread and bobbin thread are attached.
User Guide
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... clean the hook rase using the brush provided or a cotton swab. The use of any sharp instrument could damage the hook • insert the bobbin case Lubricating • turn power switch to «0» (off ) and pull out plug from electrical outlet • remove presser foot and...not throw away this product in a cold room, it should be brought to a warm room about one drop of manufacturing. Enviromental Protection BERNINA is stored in an environmentally responsible way according to clean the sewing computer! At end of doubt, please contact your work Caution: Disconnect plug...
... clean the hook rase using the brush provided or a cotton swab. The use of any sharp instrument could damage the hook • insert the bobbin case Lubricating • turn power switch to «0» (off ) and pull out plug from electrical outlet • remove presser foot and...not throw away this product in a cold room, it should be brought to a warm room about one drop of manufacturing. Enviromental Protection BERNINA is stored in an environmentally responsible way according to clean the sewing computer! At end of doubt, please contact your work Caution: Disconnect plug...
User Guide
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... is opened, release the two buttons • Calibration of the Display see page 17 Faulty Stitching • Remnants of thread under the bobbin case spring Upper Thread Breaks Possible Faults: • The upper thread tension is too tight. • The needles are threaded correctly •...in the Setup Program • remove any threads are trapped between the tension discs or under the bobbin case spring. • Incorrect threading. Ideally needles should be replaced by an authorized BERNINA technician. • The needle is blunt or bent. Turn on the left • remove remnants...
... is opened, release the two buttons • Calibration of the Display see page 17 Faulty Stitching • Remnants of thread under the bobbin case spring Upper Thread Breaks Possible Faults: • The upper thread tension is too tight. • The needles are threaded correctly •...in the Setup Program • remove any threads are trapped between the tension discs or under the bobbin case spring. • Incorrect threading. Ideally needles should be replaced by an authorized BERNINA technician. • The needle is blunt or bent. Turn on the left • remove remnants...
User Guide
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... example delete data, etc. Stitch No. 5 cannot be changed . Put in thread control slit area Check upper and/or lower thread and if necessary clean bobbin area of selected applications and functions. Combi Mode does not support this pattern.
... example delete data, etc. Stitch No. 5 cannot be changed . Put in thread control slit area Check upper and/or lower thread and if necessary clean bobbin area of selected applications and functions. Combi Mode does not support this pattern.
User Guide
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... of the manual. Needle will appear again when restarting the sewing computer. After clearing with «ESC» for a service to a BERNINA dealer. Confirm with «OK» or cancel with «ESC». The notification will appear after approx. 2,000,000 stitches. Drawers.... Remove any thread lint from the hook area / bobbin case. This notification will appear after approx. 180,000 stitches. The display can be cleared temporarily by touching «ESC», but will...
... of the manual. Needle will appear again when restarting the sewing computer. After clearing with «ESC» for a service to a BERNINA dealer. Confirm with «OK» or cancel with «ESC». The notification will appear after approx. 2,000,000 stitches. Drawers.... Remove any thread lint from the hook area / bobbin case. This notification will appear after approx. 180,000 stitches. The display can be cleared temporarily by touching «ESC», but will...
User Guide
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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 pull over upper thread spool for even spooling Embroidery bobbin case Embroidery needle range Embroidery module bag USB connecting cable for upper thread spools -