Bernina 215 Owner's Manual
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1. BERNINA BERNINA 215 www bernina com n Welcome to the BERNINA family H P Ueltschi Owner BERNINA In choosing BERNINA you are assured of years of rewarding sewing For over 100 years my family has concentrated on providing complete satisfaction to our customers And it is my personal wish to continue this tradition of offering you Swiss precision engineering combined with state of the art technology and an after sales service second to none The new BERNINA 215 are characterized by a youthful appeal which is combined with a range of added value features to give you dear Customer more sewing pleasure than ever before Enjoy modern creative sewing with BERNINA our wide range of accessories as well as our sewing publica tions brimming with imaginative ideas and practical tips all add to the joy of sewing BERNINA style Any questions you have will be dealt with courteously and efficiently by our highly trained BERNINA dealers who will also be glad to service your sewing computer for you www bernina com BERNINA International AG e CH 8266 Steckborn Switzerland 2 Safety instructions SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Read all instructions before using this sewing computer When the sewing computer is not in use it should be disconnected from the electricity2. e Accessory case e 2 bobbins one of them in the bobbin case e Presser feet shaft with 5 soles e Selection of 130 705H needles e Seam ripper e Lint brush e 3 spool discs e Foam pad e Oller e Foot control e Power cable e Angular Torx button e Warranty card The power cable e plug A into sewing computer e plug B into wall socket Foot control cable e plug C into sewing computer Power switch D 1 the computer is switched on 0 the computer is switched off The sewing light is switched on and off with the power switch Foot control Important USA Canada only This sewing computer has a polarized plug one blade wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way If the plug The foot control regulates the sewing speed Sewing speed is adjusted by applying more or less pressure to the foot control Important USA Canada only Use only foot controller type SR 1 with sewing computer B215 Self storing cord e wind the cord on the reel e insert the plug into the groove provided When sewing e unwind the cable A does not fit fully in the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit contact a qualified elec trican to install the proper out let Do not modify the plug in any way Refer to the safety instruction Standard snap on soles Presser foot shaft for snap on soles 1 Reverse pat
3. Mercerised cotton thread Synthetic thread Thick threads synthetic mercerised thread Buttonhole thread for decorative seams cordonnet 31 the needle the thread and faulty stitching or thread breakage can occur Needle and fabric A Condition of needle The needle must be in perfect N condition Problems can occur with damaged needles bent needle blunt needle hooked needle 52 Sewing needles Special materials are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used Special needles are available at your BERNINA dealer Type of needle Model Suitable for Needle size Universal C 5 Dr For nearly all natural and synthetic fabrics woven and knitted 60 100 130 705 H Normal point slightly rounded Jersey Stretch o D Jersey stretch fabrics 70 90 130 705 H S 130 705 H SES 130 705 H SUK Ball point Jeans Cs Heavyweight fabrics such as denim canvas overalls 80 110 130 705 H J Very fine point Leather C _ Natural and synthetic leather and plastic 90 100 130 705 H LL 130 705 H LR Cutting point Double needle Visible hems in stretch fabrics pintucks decorative sewing 70 100 130 705 H ZWI Needle distance 1 0 1 6 2 0 2573 0 740 Triple needle cE Decorative sewing 80 130 705 H DRI Needle distance 3 0 7 pe ee Wing needle Hemstitch 100 120 130 705 HO Wing needle wing Cleaning If the sewing computer is
4. 100 2 threads Arova Mettler Switzerland Denser stitch formation shorter stitch length Different fabrics threads and Stabilizers can naturally affect the stitch balance so that they are sewn too close together or not close enough M DD Finer stitch for mation longer stitch length This can be remedied with Balance to suit the fabric and produce perfect results Applications Practical stitches e g Honeycomb stitch on jersey buttonholes etc Note If the balance has been adjusted return it to the normal setting once sewing is completed Operating instructions 21 LCD Display 01234 6538 The LCD display shows Altered Stitch Memory I 1 stitch width basic setting blinks constantly e any stitch length or width alterations will TOEA 2 stitch length basic setting blinks constantly be saved automatically 3 needle position 9 positions For example 5 E 4 needle stop up down e sew altered stitch e g zig zag p 6 5 stitch number e select another stitch e g straight stitch H J 6 recommended foot for selected stitch e return to zig zag your alterations are 7 satin stitch dense short zig zag stitch still active Buttons Stitch selection Stitch width Vw e stitches 1 11 lt gt e left button narrow the stitch width touch the number of your e right button widen the stitch width choice stitch number and e the basic settings of the chosen stitch basic width and length s
5. IU ly 3 4 Corrections To adjust the bead width e alter the stitch width e altered stitch widths can be deleted by pressing the clr del button Altering the stitch length e any alterations to the stitch length affect both beads denser or less dense e altered stitch length can be deleted by pressing the clr del button 1 sew the first bead forward stop the sewing computer e press the reverse button 2 sew reverse Straight stitch stop the sewing computer at the first stitch buttonhole begin e press the reverse button 3 sew the bartack and the second bead stop the sewing computer e press the reverse button 4 sew the bartack and the securing stitches Individual steps can be eliminated or repeated Balance for manual Note buttonholes When all buttonholes have e any balance alterations to the been sewn return balance to manual buttonholes affects the normal setting both beads identically because they are sewn in the same direction Important facts about sewing needles Your BERNINA uses needle system 130 705H Needle and thread The most commonly sold needles are nos 70 120 The finer the needle the lower the number The table shows which needle is suitable for which threads Needle appropriate for thread When sewing the thread runs in the long groove on Needle inappropriate for thread If the needle is too fine the groove will be too narrow for Sewing needles Darning thread
6. If necessary use a ball point tor knitted fabrics and cutting point for hard leather Needle breaks e Needle clamp screw loose e Fabric taken out in front instead of behind presser foot e When sewing over thick area the fabric was pushed with the needle still in the fabric e Poor quality thread unevenly wound or knotted e See pages 31 and 32 for information about needles Faulty stitching e Remnants of thread between the tension discs e Remnants of thread under the bobbin case spring e Lower thread still threaded in the bobbin case finger e Sewing computer threaded with foot down e Incorrect threading Check upper and lower threads e Use the correct spool disc Sewing computer fails to run or runs slowly e Plug not properly inserted e Power switch in off position e Sewing computer has been standing in a cold room e Bobbin winder still switched on Index A Accessories Accessory case Altered stitch memory B Balance Blind stitch Bobbin Bobbin case Bobbin thread cutter Buttonhole C Changing the presser foot sole Changing the needle Cleaning Clear Delete D Darning program Delete Clear Details of the sewing computer Display Double overlock stitch 8 11 21 20 28 30 23 26 12 14 13 12 13 29 30 15 14 33 22 23 29 22 21 23 26 F Fabric cover Fabric feed Feed dog Foot control H Honeycomb stitch Inserting the bobbin
7. L LCD display Lens Set M Maintenance 1 2 Motor speed N Needle position Needle stop Needle Threader Needle up down Needles 18 18 8 10 23 28 14 21 10 33 22 21 22 17 22 31 32 O Optional accessories 10 11 P Power cable 8 R Reverse sewing 22 Running stitch 23 29 S Seam guide 10 Sewing light 11 Sewing table 10 Snap on soles 9 Spool pin 15 Standard accessories 8 9 Start stop unit 11 Stitch length width 21 Stitch overview 23 Stitch plate 18 Stitch selection 21 Straight stitch 23 24 28 Stretch overlock stitch 23 27 Super stretch stitch 23 27 Supplementary spool pin 15 Index 35 T Thread cutter 12 13 17 Thread tension 19 Threading 16 Threads 31 Triple straight stitch 23 25 Trouble shooting 34 U Upper thread 16 a o Winding the bobbin 12 Z Zig zag stitch 23 24 Zippers 28 2014 02 EN 033644 51 04 36 Imprint All rights reserved Imprint For technical and product improvement reasons the sewing computer s Typesetting Layout DTP Silvia Bartholdi features parts and accessory are subject to unannounced changes and Graphics Muller Melzer ID Kreuzlingen alterations at any time The accessory included can differ from country to country copyright 2010 BERNINA International AG Steckborn BERNINA
8. edge Hem Edges e needle position far right for inner edge hem edges e place edge of fold inside upper edge of hem against the right side of the guide on the sole No 5 e 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 e for all fabrics e for neatening edges e for decorative work Satin stitch e dense shorter zig zag stitch filled in zig zag e adjust stitch width as you sew for new effects Oversewing edges e guide edge of fabric under the center of the presser toot e needle goes into fabric on one strike and over the edge of the fabric on the next stroke e do not select too wide a width or too long a stitch the edge should lie flat and not roll e use darning thread for fine fabrics Running stitch No 3 Use reverse pattern sole No 1 Wide Elastic e for edges on sportswear and lingerie Preparation e cut elastic to length desired e divide fabric edge and elastic into 4 equal sections and mark e pin elastic to raw edge matching up marks Sewing e stretch the elastic to fit the raw edge while sewing e trim excess fabric close to the stitching Selected practical stitches 25 Triple stitch No 4 Ss i Si ie EANN t i We Sea a iy Aa percha TARA i ooo Use reverse pattern
9. sole No 1 Open Seam e durable seam for firm and densely woven fabrics such as denim and corduroy e reinforced seam for garment areas subject to hard wear Decorative top stitch e lengthen out stitch and use as a decorative top stitch with denim Note For best results when topstitching with the triple stitch set the length to 4 26 Selected practical stitches Blind stitch No 5 5 gt os ne e i i 5 Pe r 2 An ie am eles E El ates Let Aas Ae La i e Th Fi MA Tk 4 x fe Use blind stitch sole No 5 For invisible hems in medium to heavy cotton wool and blended fabrics Preparation e neaten raw edges e prepare seam as for sewing by hand e place work under the presser foot see drawing Sewing e the needle should just pierce the edge of the fold same as hand sewing e adjust the stitch width to suit the fabric e after sewing about 10 cm 4 check both sides of fabric and adjust width again if necessary Wrong side PY of fabric Wrong side of fabric Right side of fabric Double overlock stitch No 6 Use reverse pattern sole No 1 or overlock sole No 2 Closed seam Overlock seam in loose knits and cross seams in knits and jerseys Sewing e guide the raw edge along the pin on the overlock sole or the reverse pattern sole e the stitch will form over the pin and over the edge of the fabric Selected practical stitches 27 Stretch overlock stitch No 7 Supe
10. supply by removing the plug from the outlet DANGER To reduce the risk of electrical shock 1 The sewing computer should never be left unattended when plugged in 2 Always unplug the sewing computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning 3 LED radiation Do not view directly with optical instruments LED class 1M WARNING To reduce the risk of burns fire electric shock or Injury to persons 1 Use the sewing computer only for purposes as described in this manual Use only attachments accessory recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual 2 Do not allow the sewing computer to be used as a toy Close attention is necessary when this sewing computer is used by or near children and infirm persons This sewing computer is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing computer by a person responsible for their safety Children must be kept under supervision to ensure that they do not play with the sewing computer Never operate this sewing computer if it has a damaged cord or plug it is not working properly it has been dropped or damaged it has fallen into water Take the sewing computer to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer for examination repair electrical or mechanical adj
11. tern sole for practical and decorative stitches 4 Zipper sole p G7 for sewing in Le LP eee LK is Zippers pE 2 Overlock sole Overlock seams z 2 hems over y sewing edges narrow satin stitches 5 Blind stitch sole Blind hems edge stitching Note that all presser feet are available as stable feet as well 3 Buttonhole sole for manual buttonholes Feet selection 10 Optional accessories Sewing table To attach e raise the needle and presser foot e place the table over the free arm and press firmly so that it engages on the fixing cam To remove e raise the needle and presser foot e pull the table out of the fixing cam e pull in a horizontal position to the left We recommend the use of the BERNINA Lens Set for more comfort when sewing Scale of sewing table e O corresponds to the centre needle position Foot Control Seam guide for sewing table e insert into the groove under side of table from the right or left e it can be freely adjust over the whole width of the table Note Remove the presser foot or the presser foot shaft when attaching the seam guide Sewing speed e control the sewing speed by depressing the foot control e raise or lower the needle by tapping on the foot control with your heel Start stop unit Note If the foot control is connected with the sewing computer the Start stop unit is deactivated With the Start stop unit S
12. your household waste In case of doubt please contact your dealer Safety instructions Contents Important safety Instructions Details of the sewing computer Standard Accessories Feet selection Optional Accessories Setting up the sewing computer Operating Instructions Stitch overview Selected practical stitches Sewing Needles Maintenance Troubleshooting Index CO DD N 12 20 23 24 31 33 34 35 6 Details of the sewing computer Details of the sewing computer Front view Right end 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Bobbin cover Stitch plate Attachment base for special accessories Sewing table socket Presser foot shaft Needle clamp with fixation screw Needle Threader Thread guide Reverse button Thread take up cover Thread path Bobbin pre tension Thread tension adjustment LCD display Needle stop up down 1 2 motor speed Bobbin winder Stitch width button Needle position button 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 Stitch length button clr del button Stitch selection buttons Handwheel Balance adjustment Power switch on off Power plug socket Drop feed dog Foot control socket Spool pin vertical collapsible Carrying handle Horizontal spool pin Rear thread guide Accessory box connection Presser foot lifter manual Thread cutter Back view Details of the sewing computer 8 Standard Accessories Accessories e Fabric cover
13. SU the start stop function can be controlled by hand e press start stop button A stitching starts e with the speed regulator B the sewing speed can be regulated by hand e to interrupt or stop sewing press start stop button A again LED Sewing Light A Please refer to the safety instructions Optional accessories 11 The LED sewing light illumina tes the sewing area and has a long product life Attention Please note that a defective sewing light must ONLY be replaced by an authorized technician The sewing computer must be taken to an authorized BERNINA dealer 12 Setting up the sewing computer Winding the bobbin Winding the bobbin Thread cutter e turn power switch on e following the direction of the arrow take thread through the rear cut the thread on the thread e place empty bobbin on guide and round the pre tension stud cutter spindle e wind the thread two to three times around the empty bobbin and cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter e press the engaging lever against the bobbin e press the foot control e the motor will stop automatically when the bobbin is full e remove the bobbin Note When winding the bobbin on the vertical spool holder p 15 it may be necessary to adjust the speed Setting up the sewing computer 13 Bobbin case To remove the bobbin case e raise the needle e turn power switch to O e open the bobbin cover e grasp the latch of the bobbi
14. ctions SERVICING DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS In a double insulated product two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding No grounding means is provided on a double insu lated product nor should a means for grounded be added to the product Servicing a double insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should only be done by qualified service personnel Replacement parts for a double insulated pro duct must be identical to the original parts in the product A double insulated product is marked with the words Double Insulation or double insulated The symbol C may also be marked on the product DISCLAIMER No liability will be assumed for any possible damage which arises from misuse of this sewing computer This sewing computer is intended for household use only This sewing computer complies with the European Directive 2004 108 EC relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Note Please find the latest version of your instruction manual at www bernina com Environmental Protection BERNINA is committed to the protection of the environment We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design and our technology of manufacturing At end of life please dispose this product in an environmentally responsible way according to the national directive Do not throw away this product with
15. et blink constantly tings appear on the LCD dis play Needle position Y lt lt gt gt e left button needle to the left e right button needle to the right Stitch length v A e left button shorten the stitch length e right button Increase the stitch length 22 Operating instructions Functions Functions are activated when the symbol appears on the LCD display deactivated when the symbol no longer appears on the LCD display Reverse sewing quick reverse 0 e press button e Sewing computer sews reverse until button is C released max stitch length 3 mm Applications e programming buttonholes e programming darning program e manual securing seam begin and end continous reverse e press button quickly twice e the sewing computer sews the chosen stitch in reverse e press button once to cancel 1 2 motor speed e press the button and the sewing speed will be clr halved O del e press the button again to revert to full speed Needle stop e basic setting needle stop up e press button e arrow points down sewing computer stops with needle down e press button again e arrow points up sewing computer stops with needle up Note Press button a bit longer the needle will go automatically up or down clr del clear delete e press button reverts to basic settings e other selected functions are cleared Exceptions e needle stop down e 1 2 motor speed e when b
16. g Trouble shooting In most cases you will be able to identify and remedy faults by checking the following Check whether e the upper and lower threads are threaded correctly e the needle is inserted correctly e the needle size is correct check the needle thread table p 31 e the sewing computer is clean brush out any thread fluff e the hook race is clean e any threads are trapped between the tension discs or under the bobbin case spring e the bobbin runs smoothly in the case or if remnants or lint need removing Lower thread breaks e The lower thread tension is too tight e The bobbin is jamming in the bobbin case Remove and replace the bobbin e The hole in the stitch plate has been damaged by the needle This must be repolished by an expert e The needle is blunt or bent Upper thread breaks e The upper thread tension is too tight e The needles are of a poor quality Ideally needles should be purchased from your BERNINA dealer e The needle is bent or blunt e Poor quality knotted or dried out thread has been used e Use the correct spool disc e Stitch plate or hook tip damaged Take your sewing computer to your BERNINA dealer Skipped stitches e Wrong needles used Use only 130 705H system e The needle is blunt bent or incorrectly inserted e Push right to the top when inserting e Needle inserted all the way to the top e The needle point does not suit the fabric being sewn
17. n case e remove case To insert the bobbin case e hold the bobbin case latch e the finger on the case should point upwards e insert so that it clicks into place Bobbin thread cutter e insert the bobbin case e take the thread over cutter A e thread is cut e close the bobbin cover Please refer to the safety instruction A Note The bobbin thread does not have to be brought up as the loose end is just the right length to start sewing 14 Setting up the sewing computer Inserting the bobbin Insert the bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the Pull the thread counter clock Pull the thread to the left under _ it lies in the T shaped slit at thread runs clockwise wise into the slot the spring until the end of the spring The bobbin must turn clock wise when thread is pulled Changing the needle Removing the needle e raise the needle e turn power switch to O e lower the presser foot e loosen the needle clamp screw e pull the needle down to remove Inserting the needle e flat side of needle to the back e insert the needle as far as it will go AN Please refer to the e tighten the needle clamp screw safety instruction Setting up the sewing computer 15 Changing the presser foot sole Changing the presser foot Attaching the presser foot sole sole Please refer to the e raise the needle and the e place the presser foot sole e lower the presser foot lifter AN safety instruction pres
18. program stitch No 10 Use reverse pattern sole No 1 Darning with Reverse pattern sole No 1 auto stitch counter e insert needle in top left of damaged area e sew the first length and stop the sewing computer e press the quick reverse button length is programmed e complete the darn the sewing computer stops auto matically e clear the programme by pressing the clr del button Large areas e the darning area can be extended by moving the work under the foot Selected practical stitches 29 Buttonhole stitch No 11 Use buttonhole sole No 3 Preparation e select buttonhole e the LCD display shows the buttonhole number presser foot sole No 3 and the buttonhole symbol the first step blinks on the display e insert the lower thread in the finger of the bobbin case thread tension is a little higher e mark the buttonhole length in the appropriate position Test sewing e test on the fabric and stabilizer you intend to use e sew buttonholes in the same grain direction with or against e cut the buttonhole open e push the button through and adjust length if necessary Manual buttonholes are particularly suitable for single buttonholes for repairing existing buttonholes or to decorative effect Manual buttonholes cannot be saved 30 Selected practical stitches Sewing a manual standard buttonhole Both beads are sewn In the same direction The individual steps blink on the LCD display amp
19. r stretch stitch No 8 TTTTT Use reverse pattern sole No 1 Use reverse pattern sole No 1 Closed Seam Open Seam e overlock seam in coarse or loose knits e very elastic seam for knit fabrics e ideal for sports and leisure wear Sewing e seam lies flat and is not bulky e sew stretch overlock along the fabric edge e the stitch should sew over the edge of the fabric on When using heavyweight fabrics rolling edges sew the right sewing of the needle 3 8 1cm in from the edge and cut off seam allowance 28 Selected practical stitches Honeycomb stitch No 9 Zippers with Straight stitch No 1 F ie Use reverse pattern sole No 1 Use zipper sole No 4 Ribbing with visible seam Preparation e for all cotton wool synthetic and mixed fiber jersey e baste in zipper e fabric edges should meet over the center of the zipper Preparation e needle position far right or far left press 1 cm 3 8 to wrong side Sewing Sewing e sew in the zipper each side from bot e sew from the right at a foot s width from the edge tom to top e trim surplus fabric wrong side e once with needle position far right and once with needle position far left e the edge of the foot runs along the teeth of the zipper e adjust balance if necessary Balance corrections e the needle inserts close to the teeth M AK M AA Note After sewing return balance to the normal set z g ting bring stitch together open out stitch Darning
20. s are also short The fabric moves under the foot quite slowly even at full sewing speed Buttonholes are sewn with a very short stitch length Thread tension IT The basic setting e is indicated when the red line on the tension adjustment wheel is in line with the marking A e the tension does not need adjusting for normal sewing work e for special sewing work the tension can be adjusted to suit the fabric Perfect stitch formation e the stitch formation is in the fabric Upper thread tension too tight e the lower thread is pulled more to the right side of the fabric e to reduce the upper thread tension turn tension adjustment wheel to 3 1 Upper thread tension too loose e the upper thread is pulled more to the wrong side of the fabric e to increase the upper thread tension turn tension adjustment wheel to 5 10 Setting up the sewing computer 19 The tension is factory set for the best results Metrosene 100 2 Arova Mettler Switzerland is used to set both the upper and lower thread tension If other sewing or embroidery threads are used the tension may need adjusting to suit the fabric and chosen stitch For example Tension Metallic thread approx 3 Monofilament approx 2 4 20 Operating instructions Balance Normal position M AR i S i Your sewing computer has been tested and factory set using a double layer of cretonne fabric and Metrosene
21. ser foot shaft under the shaft so that the and the foot sole will click e turn power switch to O peg sits under the opening of into position e press the button on the shaft the shaft to release the sole Supplementary spool pin Collapsible vertical spool pin e found on the back of the sewing computer behind the handwheel e essential aid for sewing with more than one thread i e double needle work e raise the pin until it clicks into its vertical position e when using large reels add the foam pad A for stability 16 Setting up the sewing computer Threading the upper thread A BB Attaching the thread spool e raise the needle and the presser foot e switch the power off lk e attach the foam pad e place spool on pin thread unwinds clockwise IK e attach the appropriate spool disc diameter of spool disc Is disc AS size There must be no clearance between the disc and the spool kih e take thread through rear guide A e then into slit of upper thread tension e pull thread down to the right of the take up cover to B e take thread up to the left of the cover to C in the direction of the arrow placing it in the take up level e take thread down and through guides D and E AN Please refer to the safety instruction Setting up the sewing computer 17 Needle Threader Thread in hook Lever down Thread in front of needle e raise the needle e press lever A down and sim
22. stored in a cold room it should be brought to a warm room about one hour before use Clean the sewing computer after every use e turn power switch to O off and pull out plug from electric outlet e remove presser foot and needle e open the free arm cover e press the stitch plate down at the back right corner lift and remove e clean the area with the lint brush e replace the stitch plate Cleaning the hook e turn power switch to O off and pull out plug from electric outlet e remove the bobbin case e push the release lever to the left e push the locking lever to the left and fold down the hook race cover e remove the hook e clean the hook race with a cloth or brush never use a sharp instrument e replace the hook turning the handwheel if necessary so that the hook driver is on the left e close the hook race cover and secure with the locking lever the locking pin must engage e check by turning the handwheel e insert the bobbin case Maintenance 33 Disconnect plug from the socket before cleaning and servicing Lubricating e squeeze 1 2 drops of oil into the hook race e run the machine for a short time without thread to prevent oil soiling your work Cleaning the LCD display and the sewing computer e wipe with a damp cloth Important Never use alcohol petrol white spirit or any type of solvent to clean the sewing computer AN Please refer to the safety instruction 34 Trouble shootin
23. ul put the thread from the front e lower the presser foot taneously guide the thread into the guide until it catches e lay the thread behind hook B around hook B to the right to in the hook and hold lightly the needle e let go of lever A and thread Thread cutter Thread cutter on head frame e pull both threads from front to back over the cutter e the threads release as soon as the first stitch is sewn 18 Setting up the sewing computer Stitch plate Note To change the stitch plate see page 33 Feed dog and fabric feed Button flush with housing sewing position Button depressed teed dog is lowered e for free hand sewing or dar ning Stitch plate markings e the stitch plate is marked with vertical horizontal and diagonal lines in mm and inches e the lines help to guide the fabric for sewing seams and precise topstitching etc e the horizontal markings are helpful for sewing corners and but tonholes etc e the diagonal markings are useful for quilting e the vertical measurements correspond to the distance between the needle and the line e needle insertion point is position 0 center needle position e the measurements are marked to the right and left measuring trom the center needle position Feed dog and stitch length With each stitch the feed dog moves forward by one step The length of this step is determined by the stitch length selected With an extremely short stitch length the step
24. ustment Never operate the sewing computer with any air vents blocked Keep ventilation openings of the sewing computer free from lint dust and or fabric bits Keep fingers away from all moving parts Special care is required in the needle area of the sewing computer Never drop or insert any objects into any opening on the sewing computer Do not use the sewing computer outdoors Do not operate the sewing computer where aerosol products spray or oxygen is being administered Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching This may deflect the needle causing It to break 10 11 12 13 14 15 Safety instructions Do not use bent needles Always use the BERNINA original stitch plate The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage To disconnect turn power switch to 0 off then remove the plug from the outlet Do not unplug by pulling the cord instead grasp the plug to pull it trom the outlet Turn power switch to O off when making any adjustments in the needle area such as changing the needle or the presser foot etc Always unplug the sewing computer trom the electrical outlet when carrying out cleaning or maintenance work or any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual This sewing computer is provided with double insulation except USA and Canada Use only genuine replacement parts Please note the advice on the servicing of double insulated products 4 Safety instru
25. uttonhole is selected the first step blinks on the display Stitch overview 1 Straight stitch All non stretch fabrics All Stitch work 4 Triple straight and triple Zig zag stitch Reinforced seams in tough heavy fabrics 7 Stretch overlock stitch Mediumweight knits toweling and firm wovens Overlock seams flat joining seams 10 Darning program Automatic darning for fine and medium weight fabrics 2 Zig zag stitch Most fabric types all simple zig zag such as oversewing Tine fabrics Sewing on elastic and lace 5 Blind stitch Most types of fabric blind hems shell edging on soft jerseys and fine fabrics decorative seams 8 Super stretch stitch Open seam for all super stretch fabrics 11 Buttonhole Fine to medium weight woven fabrics blouses shirts trousers bedlinens etc Stitch overview 23 3 Running stitch Most types of fabric Mending patching reinforcing seams 6 Double overlock stitch All types of knit Overlock sew and neaten in one operation 9 Honeycomb stitch Most types of interlock and smooth fabrics visible seams and hems 24 Straight stitch No 1 Selected practical stitches eee ES ee aL Pe ol en Use reverse pattern sole No 1 or blindstitch sole No 5 Outer Edges e needle position far left for outer edge e place finished or folded edge of fabric against the left side of the guide on the sole No 5 e select needle position left at desired distance from the
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