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...always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using the embroidery module. 18. WARNING To reduce the risk of lint, dust and fabric remnants and the like. 5. Do not operate where aerosol ... any object into water Return the sewing computer to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for grounding be done by a person responsible for servicing of the sewing computer. 17. This sewing and embroidery computer is not working properly • it has been dropped or damaged...
...always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using the embroidery module. 18. WARNING To reduce the risk of lint, dust and fabric remnants and the like. 5. Do not operate where aerosol ... any object into water Return the sewing computer to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for grounding be done by a person responsible for servicing of the sewing computer. 17. This sewing and embroidery computer is not working properly • it has been dropped or damaged...
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... and the Thread Cutter have a wonderful sewing experience with your decision to buy the bernette Deco 340. These features combined with help to make your BERNINA dealer; he will help , ideas and embroidery essentials, to enhance your sewing experience on your bernette Deco 340. We are happy, to welcome you in order to keep you with the large...
... and the Thread Cutter have a wonderful sewing experience with your decision to buy the bernette Deco 340. These features combined with help to make your BERNINA dealer; he will help , ideas and embroidery essentials, to enhance your sewing experience on your bernette Deco 340. We are happy, to welcome you in order to keep you with the large...
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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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...9. Needle threader 13. Extension table (accessory box) 16. Start/Stop button 18. Needle clamp screw 21. Carrying handle 24. Hole for embroidery) 34. Design Card (optional accessory) 29. Power switch 33 32. Bobbin winder spindle 3. Bobbin winding thread guide 7. Thread tension dial 10... cover plate release button 17. Use the keys Utility and Return Carriage as described on page 25. Card eject button 30. Spool holder (large) 5. 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. LCD touch panel 2....
...9. Needle threader 13. Extension table (accessory box) 16. Start/Stop button 18. Needle clamp screw 21. Carrying handle 24. Hole for embroidery) 34. Design Card (optional accessory) 29. Power switch 33 32. Bobbin winder spindle 3. Bobbin winding thread guide 7. Thread tension dial 10... cover plate release button 17. Use the keys Utility and Return Carriage as described on page 25. Card eject button 30. Spool holder (large) 5. 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. LCD touch panel 2....
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Spool Stand 8. Screwdriver 12. Spool Net Screwdriver 5. Spool Holder (Large) 9. Lint Brush 3. Extra Spool Pin 4. Instruction Book 13. Spool Pin Felt 7. Scissors 11. Set of Needles 6. Hoop B (with Template) 15. Bobbins Embroidery Computer Overview 5 2. Spool Holder (Small) 10. Power Supply Cord 14. Hoop A (with Template) 16. Standard accessories 1.
Spool Stand 8. Screwdriver 12. Spool Net Screwdriver 5. Spool Holder (Large) 9. Lint Brush 3. Extra Spool Pin 4. Instruction Book 13. Spool Pin Felt 7. Scissors 11. Set of Needles 6. Hoop B (with Template) 15. Bobbins Embroidery Computer Overview 5 2. Spool Holder (Small) 10. Power Supply Cord 14. Hoop A (with Template) 16. Standard accessories 1.
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Door Base tab holes 2 3 4 Sewing accessories are stored in the extension table. Extension table 2. 6 Embroidery Computer Overview 1 Detachable Extension Table To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as illustrated. Tabs 3. Pull open the door to store the accessories. 4. To attach, position the tabs on the base tab holes and push down 1 gently. 1.
Door Base tab holes 2 3 4 Sewing accessories are stored in the extension table. Extension table 2. 6 Embroidery Computer Overview 1 Detachable Extension Table To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as illustrated. Tabs 3. Pull open the door to store the accessories. 4. To attach, position the tabs on the base tab holes and push down 1 gently. 1.
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... switch on the visual touch screen if it - Instead cut the thread with an automatic shutdown safety feature to fit in the Embroidery Window is running , and green when it takes approximately six seconds for the pattern selection window to be disabled, if the Metallic...and unplug the power supply: • when leaving the machine unattended. • when attaching or removing parts. • cleaning the machine. Note: The Deco 340 is not a defect) Operating Instructions: The symbol «0» indicates the 'off' position of the switch. If it still does not fit, contact...
... switch on the visual touch screen if it - Instead cut the thread with an automatic shutdown safety feature to fit in the Embroidery Window is running , and green when it takes approximately six seconds for the pattern selection window to be disabled, if the Metallic...and unplug the power supply: • when leaving the machine unattended. • when attaching or removing parts. • cleaning the machine. Note: The Deco 340 is not a defect) Operating Instructions: The symbol «0» indicates the 'off' position of the switch. If it still does not fit, contact...
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Hook cover plate release button 2. Large spool holder Note: Use the small spool holder to use only high quality embroidery thread such as Mettler Metrosene+® Poly Sheen®, Isacord Spool Net Use the spool stand if the thread tangles around the root of the ... unwind as shown. Extra spool pin 11. Place a cushion felt and spool on a project. End of the spool pin 7. Hole To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to hold narrow or small spools of the extra spool pin is especially usefull to the right, and remove the hook cover plate. When...
Hook cover plate release button 2. Large spool holder Note: Use the small spool holder to use only high quality embroidery thread such as Mettler Metrosene+® Poly Sheen®, Isacord Spool Net Use the spool stand if the thread tangles around the root of the ... unwind as shown. Extra spool pin 11. Place a cushion felt and spool on a project. End of the spool pin 7. Hole To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to hold narrow or small spools of the extra spool pin is especially usefull to the right, and remove the hook cover plate. When...
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... high quality bobbin thread such as OESD 41ET/W or Mettler® When the bobbin is fully wound it will stop automatically. To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to the right. Stop the machine after running . Cut the thread close to the outside. Remove the bobbin and cut the thread with...
... high quality bobbin thread such as OESD 41ET/W or Mettler® When the bobbin is fully wound it will stop automatically. To achieve the best embroidery quality, BERNINA recommends to the right. Stop the machine after running . Cut the thread close to the outside. Remove the bobbin and cut the thread with...
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... Machine Raise the presser foot lifter. 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). This will help you to the thread take-up position. Thread guide plate Presser foot lifter 2 A B 3 C Hold the thread...
... Machine Raise the presser foot lifter. 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). This will help you to the thread take-up position. Thread guide plate Presser foot lifter 2 A B 3 C Hold the thread...
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Hold the needle thread with your finger. 1. Draw the needle thread to the thread holder leaving an inch of the bobbin thread. 2. Hole 4. Thread holder 3 4 Loop 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. Needle thread 1 2 Turn the handwheel one complete turn toward you. 14 1 Getting Ready to Embroider Drawing up a loop of free thread. 3.
Hold the needle thread with your finger. 1. Draw the needle thread to the thread holder leaving an inch of the bobbin thread. 2. Hole 4. Thread holder 3 4 Loop 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. Needle thread 1 2 Turn the handwheel one complete turn toward you. 14 1 Getting Ready to Embroider Drawing up a loop of free thread. 3.
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... thread tension dial is too loose: The needle thread forms loops and the stitches look loose. Depending on the material and the thickness of the embroidery thread, as well as of the upper thread with the thread tension dial (9. Bobbin thread 5 If the needle tension is «4». Adjust the upper...
... thread tension dial is too loose: The needle thread forms loops and the stitches look loose. Depending on the material and the thickness of the embroidery thread, as well as of the upper thread with the thread tension dial (9. Bobbin thread 5 If the needle tension is «4». Adjust the upper...
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.... Finger hole Note: The four indentations on the outer hoop. Hoop tightening screw Please see your BERNINA dealer 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...the correct materials and tools for monogramming in designs and Embroidery cards. 6. Starting point for built-in vertical placement 8. Starting point for your BERNINA dealer or read specific technical literature. Positioning indentations 8 6 5 Embroidery Hoop The Deco 340 is important to a 200 x 140 mm (8" ...
.... Finger hole Note: The four indentations on the outer hoop. Hoop tightening screw Please see your BERNINA dealer 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...the correct materials and tools for monogramming in designs and Embroidery cards. 6. Starting point for built-in vertical placement 8. Starting point for your BERNINA dealer or read specific technical literature. Positioning indentations 8 6 5 Embroidery Hoop The Deco 340 is important to a 200 x 140 mm (8" ...
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...exact placement of the fabric. e) Remove the template. 6 Template Having finished step 2 the fabric should be flush with the fabric onto the Deco 340. Note: It is not necessary to page 19. Hooping 2 Mark the centerlines on the right side of the outer hoop. f) Pop out...Fabric 2 Centerlines 1 Place the outer hoop on a flat surface, with the same fabric and stabilizer. 7 8 4 5 Important: When placing the fabric on the embroidery hoop, always place the outer hoop on the fabric and the template. Following carefully the related instructions in mind when hooping fabric: the act of...
...exact placement of the fabric. e) Remove the template. 6 Template Having finished step 2 the fabric should be flush with the fabric onto the Deco 340. Note: It is not necessary to page 19. Hooping 2 Mark the centerlines on the right side of the outer hoop. f) Pop out...Fabric 2 Centerlines 1 Place the outer hoop on a flat surface, with the same fabric and stabilizer. 7 8 4 5 Important: When placing the fabric on the embroidery hoop, always place the outer hoop on the fabric and the template. Following carefully the related instructions in mind when hooping fabric: the act of...
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Carriage holes 3. Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine 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. Getting Ready to Embroider 19 1 3 2 Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the idle position before turning the power off. Use the keys Utility and Return Carriage as described on the carriage. 1. Pins 1 Turn the attaching knob clockwise. Attaching knob 2.
Carriage holes 3. Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine 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. Getting Ready to Embroider 19 1 3 2 Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the idle position before turning the power off. Use the keys Utility and Return Carriage as described on the carriage. 1. Pins 1 Turn the attaching knob clockwise. Attaching knob 2.
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...up • use spray adhesive on trousers, collars etc. g. Spray adhesive • do not use spray adhesive near or directly at embroidery computer • use spray adhesive and spray form a distance of the fabric with appropriate stabilizer Paper backed adhesive stabilizer • place ...fabrics that can be selected to the wrong side of the fabric • iron-on interfacings are available in a variety of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: For all stretchable fabrics Iron-on stabilizers, e. Cutwork: to...
...up • use spray adhesive on trousers, collars etc. g. Spray adhesive • do not use spray adhesive near or directly at embroidery computer • use spray adhesive and spray form a distance of the fabric with appropriate stabilizer Paper backed adhesive stabilizer • place ...fabrics that can be selected to the wrong side of the fabric • iron-on interfacings are available in a variety of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: For all stretchable fabrics Iron-on stabilizers, e. Cutwork: to...
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...same fabric and stabilizer that you will use on the project Adjust color, thread quality, needle, stitch density, tension, etc. Important Embroidery Information 21 Spray starch for additional stiffening • spray starch is complete • water soluble stabilizers are ideal protection for fine,... loosely woven fabrics, e.g. batiste, fine linen, etc. Water soluble stabilizer for fabric with a pile and lace embroidery • water soluble stabilizer looks like plastic wrap • dissolve stabilizer in hoop (as the motif is not embroidered on any fabric...
...same fabric and stabilizer that you will use on the project Adjust color, thread quality, needle, stitch density, tension, etc. Important Embroidery Information 21 Spray starch for additional stiffening • spray starch is complete • water soluble stabilizers are ideal protection for fine,... loosely woven fabrics, e.g. batiste, fine linen, etc. Water soluble stabilizer for fabric with a pile and lace embroidery • water soluble stabilizer looks like plastic wrap • dissolve stabilizer in hoop (as the motif is not embroidered on any fabric...
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... of the most important elements in a wide range of colors for beautiful embroidery. which so often occur with a brilliant sheen is particularly effective if you purchase thread from a reputable BERNINA dealer in order to mediumweight thread suitable for special effects in embroidery. Embroidery is a hard wearing colorfast thread and has a high tensile strength. It...
... of the most important elements in a wide range of colors for beautiful embroidery. which so often occur with a brilliant sheen is particularly effective if you purchase thread from a reputable BERNINA dealer in order to mediumweight thread suitable for special effects in embroidery. Embroidery is a hard wearing colorfast thread and has a high tensile strength. It...
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... down the long groove on the chosen thread, but also has to be well-suited to length and form of the needle. Needle Summary BERNINA uses needle system 130/705 H. Faulty stitches and damage of the groove and can be taken when combining needle and thread. Too Thick Thread... the edges of the thread can break the thread. This system number refers to shank shape as well as to the fabric used. Important Embroidery Information 23 Embroidery Needles • use correct needle size for each thread • exchange needle regularly The following are the guidelines: Needle No. medium ball...
... down the long groove on the chosen thread, but also has to be well-suited to length and form of the needle. Needle Summary BERNINA uses needle system 130/705 H. Faulty stitches and damage of the groove and can be taken when combining needle and thread. Too Thick Thread... the edges of the thread can break the thread. This system number refers to shank shape as well as to the fabric used. Important Embroidery Information 23 Embroidery Needles • use correct needle size for each thread • exchange needle regularly The following are the guidelines: Needle No. medium ball...
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... 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. Many materials are available at your BERNINA dealer. A defective ...needle not only damages the sewing but also the sewing computer. The following are the guidelines: replace needle when starting a new sewing project or as required. 24 Important Embroidery Information Checking the Needle Condition The needle ...
... 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. Many materials are available at your BERNINA dealer. A defective ...needle not only damages the sewing but also the sewing computer. The following are the guidelines: replace needle when starting a new sewing project or as required. 24 Important Embroidery Information Checking the Needle Condition The needle ...