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Question posted by slbrown416 on March 10th, 2016

Bobbin And Needle Sticking When I Try To Sew

when I begin to sew a few stitches and needle stops and is stuck. when I open the bobbin cover it is also stuck. when I release it and pull the fabric out there are several threads attached to the bottom side of the fabric

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Operation Manual - Page 2

... of Contents Introduction ...3 Sewing Machine Needles 4 Thread ...6 Presser Feet ...7 Securing Stitches...8 Turning Corners...9 Zigzag Stitch...10 Blind Hem ...11 Triple Straight Stitch 12 Vari-Overlock Stitch...13 Stretch Stitch ...14 Gathering Over Cord 15 Buttonholes ...16 Manual Buttonholes...17 Automatic Buttonholes 18 Attaching Buttons ...19 Stitching Zippers...20 Stitch, Function, and...

Operation Manual - Page 3

...your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. Each page that appeal to all types of...covering. Visit all types of your sewing skill set and before long it becomes something you can quickly find it on the chart and on a fairly regular basis will let you use your machine. Plus, BERNINA of the stitch(es) used for the exercise and it will help make it faster for Through the Needle...

Operation Manual - Page 4

... for heavier fabrics If the needle is crucial for Fabrics 60 - assures proper stitch formation; European vs. The needle is the most inexpensive part in your sewing machine but it isn't protected by the hook point Bent - Domestic 60 = 8 70 = 10 75 = 11 80 = 12 90 = 14 100 = 16 110 = 18 120 = 19 The selected thread should fit...

Operation Manual - Page 5

... and a shaft that is better for manufactured fibers such as hemstitching. 100 One Universal needle and one Wing needle attached to fabric when seaming and cross-seaming. 70-100 75 & 90 80 A sharp point with large eye and deep groove. Sewing Machine Needles Type Ballpoint Stretch Universal Double Triple Jeans Leather Microtex / Sharp Quilting Topstitch Embroidery Metafil...

Operation Manual - Page 6

... forms a single stitch? Lingerie, heirloom, appliqué, bobbin thread 80 wt.- Mettler 30/2; Tighter twist than short staple threads. (Staple refers to your machine over the long term. Cotton thread stretches less than cotton, it blends into your sewing machine, potentially causing tension inconsistencies and possibly even damage to the length of the needle approximately 37 times...

Operation Manual - Page 7

... stands for coded and refers to the sensor on /easy-off metal soles that attach to see Feet-ures, Vols 1, 2, & 3. 12/13/10 7 The ...stitch width. Easy-On/Easy-Off Soles-The 3 Series & activa machines have simple-to-use easy-on the foot that works with the electronics of the machine to all of the BERNINA presser feet & accessories, see the eye of the needle, resulting in easier threading...

Operation Manual - Page 8

... and release the Quick Reverse button. Begin to : ▪ Select straight stitch? ▪ Sew in half lengthwise to be 2" x 6". At the end of fabric; Do you know how to sew; Place it under the presser foot and align one or both of the exercises below depending on the stitch plate. Securing Stitches Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80...

Operation Manual - Page 9

...). Machine will go up position (default). Turning Corners Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the straight stitch. Place the fabric pieces wrong sides together. Place the fabric under the foot and engage the Needle Stop Down...

Operation Manual - Page 10

Guide the edge of the fabric under the middle of the fabric. or - Tips Do not use too long a stitch or too wide a stitch; Match the weight of the thread to the weight of the presser foot - The needle should lie flat, not roll. sew using the following steps. the edge should go into the fabric on one 6" edge...

Operation Manual - Page 11

Blind Hem Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 7" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Blind Hem Foot #5 bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot and Blind Hem Foot (optional accessory) Attach Reverse Pattern Foot #1 or bernette Zigzag/Universal Foot to the machine Finish one 6" edge of the fabric using a zigzag stitch and ...

Operation Manual - Page 12

... it open. Change to Edgestitch Foot #10/10C/10D and adjust the needle position to the machine. Triple Straight Stitch Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As directed in instructions BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Edgestitch Foot #10/10C/10D (optional accessory) bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Attach...

Operation Manual - Page 13

If available, engage the Needle Stop Down function. bernette: Guide the fabric against the blade of the fabric. The stitch will form over the pin and the edge of the foot. Guide the raw edges of the fabric under the pin of fabric right sides together. Vari-Overlock Stitch Fabric: Cotton interlock, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal (Ballpoint or Stretch...

Operation Manual - Page 14

... on the stitch plate; sew the seam and press it is sewn, adjust the presser foot pressure to a lower number to : ▪ Adjust the presser foot pressure? 14 Fabric: Spandex, two pieces, 2" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal (Ballpoint may also be used) Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser...

Operation Manual - Page 15

... dog and sew a bartack (see page 19) at the beginning of gathering. - Gathering Over a Cord Fabric: Medium weight cotton, 12" x 4" and Narrow cord such as perle cotton or embroidery floss, 18" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Clear Embroidery Foot #39/39C/39D bernette Presser Foot: Cording Foot (optional accessory) Attach the desired...

Operation Manual - Page 17

... the needle with bernette models 66 and 92c, see Automatic Button- holes on the stitch plate, behind the foot. The best way to achieve this: • CB Hook Machines: Thread the bobbin thread through the hole in the diagrams. When the stitching is pulled up under the foot. Bring thread tails to 3" x 6"; Select the steps in order and sew them as...

Operation Manual - Page 18

...; Attach Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A; Continue sewing - the machine will complete the buttonhole automatically. ▪ When stitching is no need to stop or press Quick Reverse this programs the length of the buttonhole. Draw a line 1½" from the fold along the 6" length. stop when it to stitch the buttonhole perpendicular to 3" x 6"; There is complete, remove the fabric from...

Operation Manual - Page 19

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Operation Manual - Page 20

... the right side of the zipper. Stitching Zippers Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 8" each and 4"-7" neckline zipper Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Zipper Feet #4 and Zipper Foot with Guide #14 bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal foot and Zipper Foot Attaching the Zipper to the far left. Repeat...

Operation Manual - Page 21

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Operation Manual - Page 22

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