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... fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: 11. Always unplug this sewing computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using the embroidery module. 18. No responsibility will be taken on a double-insulated product nor should a means for grounding be added to the... threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc. 10. A double insulated product is committed to environmental protection. ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION BERNINA is marked with the sewing computer. 2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they have been given supervision or instruction concerning ...
... fire, electrical shock or injury to persons: 11. Always unplug this sewing computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using the embroidery module. 18. No responsibility will be taken on a double-insulated product nor should a means for grounding be added to the... threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc. 10. A double insulated product is committed to environmental protection. ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION BERNINA is marked with the sewing computer. 2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they have been given supervision or instruction concerning ...
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... to customize your designs on the screen will have been implemented to make your BERNINA dealer; We are happy, to keep you with your bernette Deco 340. 2 Welcome Congratulations on your decision to new heights. These features combined with the large embroidery area, the concise, easy-to-learn user interface and the many features and...
... to customize your designs on the screen will have been implemented to make your BERNINA dealer; We are happy, to keep you with your bernette Deco 340. 2 Welcome Congratulations on your decision to new heights. These features combined with the large embroidery area, the concise, easy-to-learn user interface and the many features and...
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Contents 3 Important Safety Instructions 1 Welcome 2 Embroidery Computer Overview 4- 6 Getting Ready to Embroider 7- 20 Important Embroidery Information 21- 24 Key Operations 25- 35 Embroidery 36- 40 Lettering 41- 45 Editing and Combining Designs 46- 53 Design Transfer and Compatibility 54- 58 Care and Maintenance 59- 60 Troubleshooting 61 Index 62 Built-in Design Chart Appendix Table of Preset Colors Appendix
Contents 3 Important Safety Instructions 1 Welcome 2 Embroidery Computer Overview 4- 6 Getting Ready to Embroider 7- 20 Important Embroidery Information 21- 24 Key Operations 25- 35 Embroidery 36- 40 Lettering 41- 45 Editing and Combining Designs 46- 53 Design Transfer and Compatibility 54- 58 Care and Maintenance 59- 60 Troubleshooting 61 Index 62 Built-in Design Chart Appendix Table of Preset Colors Appendix
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... Extension table (accessory box) 16. Hook cover plate release button 17. Embroidery foot 25 26 27 28 23 24 29 30 31 32 23. Presser foot lifter Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for embroidery) 34. 4 Embroidery Computer Overview 5 4 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ...14 16 15 2 Name of Parts 1 19 18 17 1. Thread take-up lever 9. Bobbin winder stopper 26. Carriage (for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before starting the machine. • Do not force to move the carriage by hand. • Return the carriage to ...
... Extension table (accessory box) 16. Hook cover plate release button 17. Embroidery foot 25 26 27 28 23 24 29 30 31 32 23. Presser foot lifter Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for embroidery) 34. 4 Embroidery Computer Overview 5 4 3 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ...14 16 15 2 Name of Parts 1 19 18 17 1. Thread take-up lever 9. Bobbin winder stopper 26. Carriage (for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before starting the machine. • Do not force to move the carriage by hand. • Return the carriage to ...
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Spool Pin Felt 7. Hoop A (with Template) 16. Spool Holder (Large) 9. Instruction Book 13. Spool Net Standard accessories 1. Bobbins Embroidery Computer Overview 5 2. Screwdriver 5. Extra Spool Pin 4. Spool Stand 8. Power Supply Cord 14. Spool Holder (Small) 10. Lint Brush 3. Scissors 11. Set of Needles 6. Screwdriver 12. Hoop B (with Template) 15.
Spool Pin Felt 7. Hoop A (with Template) 16. Spool Holder (Large) 9. Instruction Book 13. Spool Net Standard accessories 1. Bobbins Embroidery Computer Overview 5 2. Screwdriver 5. Extra Spool Pin 4. Spool Stand 8. Power Supply Cord 14. Spool Holder (Small) 10. Lint Brush 3. Scissors 11. Set of Needles 6. Screwdriver 12. Hoop B (with Template) 15.
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Extension table 2. Base tab holes 2 3 4 Sewing accessories are stored in the extension table. Door To attach, position the tabs on the base tab holes and push down 1 gently. 1. Pull open the door to store the accessories. 4. Tabs 3. 6 Embroidery Computer Overview 1 Detachable Extension Table To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as illustrated.
Extension table 2. Base tab holes 2 3 4 Sewing accessories are stored in the extension table. Door To attach, position the tabs on the base tab holes and push down 1 gently. 1. Pull open the door to store the accessories. 4. Tabs 3. 6 Embroidery Computer Overview 1 Detachable Extension Table To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as illustrated.
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...machine. Power switch 2. Machine socket 4. red when the machine is running overloaded. For Your Safety: While in operation, always keep your eyes on the embroidery area, and do not use the Automatic Thread Cutter. Getting Ready to Embroider 7 1 2 5 3 4 For appliances with a polarized plug (one...proper outlet. Start/ Stop Button Press this plug is intended to be disabled, if the Metallic Thread Button in the Embroidery Window is activated. Note: The Deco 340 is not a defect) Operating Instructions: The symbol «0» indicates the 'off the power switch and insert ...
...machine. Power switch 2. Machine socket 4. red when the machine is running overloaded. For Your Safety: While in operation, always keep your eyes on the embroidery area, and do not use the Automatic Thread Cutter. Getting Ready to Embroider 7 1 2 5 3 4 For appliances with a polarized plug (one...proper outlet. Start/ Stop Button Press this plug is intended to be disabled, if the Metallic Thread Button in the Embroidery Window is activated. Note: The Deco 340 is not a defect) Operating Instructions: The symbol «0» indicates the 'off the power switch and insert ...
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...bobbin without unthreading the machine while working with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Cushion felt 10. Hole To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to work from the bobbin holder. 1. End of the spool pin 7. Lift out the bobbin from large or loose wound spools....spool holder In order to prevent tangling of the thread, please use of the extra spool pin is especially usefull to use only high quality embroidery thread such as illustrated. 8. Hook cover plate 3. 8 1 Getting ready to Embroider Removing the bobbin Slide the hook cover plate release ...
...bobbin without unthreading the machine while working with the thread coming off the spool as shown. Cushion felt 10. Hole To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to work from the bobbin holder. 1. End of the spool pin 7. Lift out the bobbin from large or loose wound spools....spool holder In order to prevent tangling of the thread, please use of the extra spool pin is especially usefull to use only high quality embroidery thread such as illustrated. 8. Hook cover plate 3. 8 1 Getting ready to Embroider Removing the bobbin Slide the hook cover plate release ...
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... purposes, the motor will stop the machine then return the bobbin winder spindle to the left. Stop the machine after running . To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to the right. Getting ready to Embroider 9 1 1 2 Winding the bobbin Guide the thread around the bobbin winder thread guide while holding the end...
... purposes, the motor will stop the machine then return the bobbin winder spindle to the left. Stop the machine after running . To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to the right. Getting ready to Embroider 9 1 1 2 Winding the bobbin Guide the thread around the bobbin winder thread guide while holding the end...
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... (1/4") higher than the normal up lever (C). 3. Then draw the thread down through the right channel of the thread guide plate and up to place the embroidery hoop under the thread guide plate (A). Thread guide Firmly draw the thread around under the foot. 2 1 3 Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot lifter. Presser...
... (1/4") higher than the normal up lever (C). 3. Then draw the thread down through the right channel of the thread guide plate and up to place the embroidery hoop under the thread guide plate (A). Thread guide Firmly draw the thread around under the foot. 2 1 3 Threading the Machine Raise the presser foot lifter. Presser...
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14 1 Getting Ready to Embroider Drawing up a loop of the bobbin thread. 2. Hole 4. Draw the needle thread to the thread holder leaving an inch of the bobbin thread Pass the needle thread through the hole in the embroidery foot and draw it up to bring up the Bobbin Thread Raise the presser foot lifter. Thread holder 3 4 Hold the needle thread with your finger. 1. Loop of free thread. 3. Needle thread 1 2 Turn the handwheel one complete turn toward you.
14 1 Getting Ready to Embroider Drawing up a loop of the bobbin thread. 2. Hole 4. Draw the needle thread to the thread holder leaving an inch of the bobbin thread Pass the needle thread through the hole in the embroidery foot and draw it up to bring up the Bobbin Thread Raise the presser foot lifter. Thread holder 3 4 Hold the needle thread with your finger. 1. Loop of free thread. 3. Needle thread 1 2 Turn the handwheel one complete turn toward you.
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... required to the results on the wrong side of the upper thread with the thread tension dial (9. on the material and the thickness of the embroidery thread, as well as of the fabric. Depending on page 4).
... required to the results on the wrong side of the upper thread with the thread tension dial (9. on the material and the thickness of the embroidery thread, as well as of the fabric. Depending on page 4).
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Embroidery Hoop The Deco 340 is important to use the template to align the centerlines on the fabric with the center of the most important rules to make this choice. ... vertical placement 8. Finger hole Note: The four indentations on the outer hoop. Hoop tightening screw Please see your BERNINA dealer for built-in the embroidery computer: Hoop C: for free arm embroidery, 50 x 50 mm Hoop F: round, embroidery area 126 x 110 mm 6 5 STARTINGPOIN T FORMONOGRAMMIN G CENTER POINT 9 8 7 9 Templates When positioning the fabric into the hoop, use...
Embroidery Hoop The Deco 340 is important to use the template to align the centerlines on the fabric with the center of the most important rules to make this choice. ... vertical placement 8. Finger hole Note: The four indentations on the outer hoop. Hoop tightening screw Please see your BERNINA dealer for built-in the embroidery computer: Hoop C: for free arm embroidery, 50 x 50 mm Hoop F: round, embroidery area 126 x 110 mm 6 5 STARTINGPOIN T FORMONOGRAMMIN G CENTER POINT 9 8 7 9 Templates When positioning the fabric into the hoop, use...
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... outer hoop. Following carefully the related instructions in this second step the fabric is only necessary to calibrate the hoop once if you to your embroidery project. c) Pick up the inner hoop and the fabric together and place them on the surface. 7 Attaching Pins 8 Edge of the fabric. You are... extends over the top of the outer hoop. 6 d) Push the inner hoop into the outer hoop e) Tighten the screw with the fabric onto the Deco 340. this is not necessary to attach the hoop with your fingers, do not readjust the tightening screw on the thickness of the fabric and the...
... outer hoop. Following carefully the related instructions in this second step the fabric is only necessary to calibrate the hoop once if you to your embroidery project. c) Pick up the inner hoop and the fabric together and place them on the surface. 7 Attaching Pins 8 Edge of the fabric. You are... extends over the top of the outer hoop. 6 d) Push the inner hoop into the outer hoop e) Tighten the screw with the fabric onto the Deco 340. this is not necessary to attach the hoop with your fingers, do not readjust the tightening screw on the thickness of the fabric and the...
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Attaching knob 2. Carriage holes 3. Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before turning the power off. Getting Ready to Embroider 19 1 3 2 Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the idle position before starting the machine. • Do not force to move the carriage by hand. • Return the carriage to the Machine Turn the attaching knob so it is parallel with the hoop, and set it on page 25. Pins 1 Turn the attaching knob clockwise. Use the keys Utility and Return Carriage as described on the carriage. 1.
Attaching knob 2. Carriage holes 3. Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before turning the power off. Getting Ready to Embroider 19 1 3 2 Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the idle position before starting the machine. • Do not force to move the carriage by hand. • Return the carriage to the Machine Turn the attaching knob so it is parallel with the hoop, and set it on page 25. Pins 1 Turn the attaching knob clockwise. Use the keys Utility and Return Carriage as described on the carriage. 1.
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...self- scissors) to score the paper and remove it to prevent shifting. Cutwork: to fix cut away from the back of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: For all stretchable fabrics Iron-on interfacing • must be ...for more stability • sparingly use a pointed object (e.g. pockets on needle, stitch plate and hook area. 20 Getting Ready to Embroider Embroidery stabilizers Tear-away stabilizers • Similar to be embroidered onto the stabilizer. tears like paper • one or more layers can be used...
...self- scissors) to score the paper and remove it to prevent shifting. Cutwork: to fix cut away from the back of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: For all stretchable fabrics Iron-on interfacing • must be ...for more stability • sparingly use a pointed object (e.g. pockets on needle, stitch plate and hook area. 20 Getting Ready to Embroider Embroidery stabilizers Tear-away stabilizers • Similar to be embroidered onto the stabilizer. tears like paper • one or more layers can be used...
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... stabilizer if necessary • for fabric with a pile, reinforce with additional, suitable stabilizer on the wrong side if necessary • for lace embroidery place one or two layers of the fabric Application: • ideal for fine, loosely woven fabrics, e.g. to suit the motif if necessary &#...8226; for the test use the same fabric and stabilizer that you will use an additional stabilizer such as toweling. Important Embroidery Information 21 Spray starch for additional stiffening • spray starch is ideal for stiffening fine, soft or loosely woven fabrics • ...
... stabilizer if necessary • for fabric with a pile, reinforce with additional, suitable stabilizer on the wrong side if necessary • for lace embroidery place one or two layers of the fabric Application: • ideal for fine, loosely woven fabrics, e.g. to suit the motif if necessary &#...8226; for the test use the same fabric and stabilizer that you will use an additional stabilizer such as toweling. Important Embroidery Information 21 Spray starch for additional stiffening • spray starch is ideal for stiffening fine, soft or loosely woven fabrics • ...
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... purchase thread from a reputable BERNINA dealer in order to mediumweight thread suitable for special effects in embroidery. Refer to page 37 to see Page 8) and the Spool Net. Darning and Embroidery Thread Fine mercerized cotton thread suitable for embroidery (Mettler 60 weight suggested), ...to avoid irregularities, thread breakage, etc. We strongly recommend that will be used with a brilliant sheen and suitable for fine, delicate embroidery, or items that you use with poor quality threads. Metallic Wrapped Polyester Thread (= Metallic Thread) Metallic thread is a hard wearing ...
... purchase thread from a reputable BERNINA dealer in order to mediumweight thread suitable for special effects in embroidery. Refer to page 37 to see Page 8) and the Spool Net. Darning and Embroidery Thread Fine mercerized cotton thread suitable for embroidery (Mettler 60 weight suggested), ...to avoid irregularities, thread breakage, etc. We strongly recommend that will be used with a brilliant sheen and suitable for fine, delicate embroidery, or items that you use with poor quality threads. Metallic Wrapped Polyester Thread (= Metallic Thread) Metallic thread is a hard wearing ...
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... break the thread. medium ball point Needle scarf Flat shank Shank length Needle Summary BERNINA uses needle system 130/705 H. This can get jammed. fine fabrics: fine thread (darning thread, embroidery thread) 70-75 medium fabrics: normal thread 80-90 heavyweight fabrics: stronger thread...to check the needle/thread compatibility, the correct size thread must correspond with the correct size needle. Important Embroidery Information 23 Embroidery Needles • use correct needle size for each thread • exchange needle regularly The following are the guidelines: Needle No...
... break the thread. medium ball point Needle scarf Flat shank Shank length Needle Summary BERNINA uses needle system 130/705 H. This can get jammed. fine fabrics: fine thread (darning thread, embroidery thread) 70-75 medium fabrics: normal thread 80-90 heavyweight fabrics: stronger thread...to check the needle/thread compatibility, the correct size thread must correspond with the correct size needle. Important Embroidery Information 23 Embroidery Needles • use correct needle size for each thread • exchange needle regularly The following are the guidelines: Needle No...
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... and synthetic fabrics (woven and knitted) Jersey/Stretch 130/705 H-SUK Embroidery 130/705 H-E Metafil 130/705 H-MET Ball point Large eye, slight ball point Large eye Jersey, stretch fabrics Embroidery on all natural and synthetic fabrics sewing with metallic threads Needle size 60...-100 70-90 75-90 75-90 Special needles are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used. A defective needle not only damages the sewing but also the sewing computer. Many materials are available at your BERNINA...
... and synthetic fabrics (woven and knitted) Jersey/Stretch 130/705 H-SUK Embroidery 130/705 H-E Metafil 130/705 H-MET Ball point Large eye, slight ball point Large eye Jersey, stretch fabrics Embroidery on all natural and synthetic fabrics sewing with metallic threads Needle size 60...-100 70-90 75-90 75-90 Special needles are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used. A defective needle not only damages the sewing but also the sewing computer. Many materials are available at your BERNINA...
