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Bernina Sergers User's Manual

1. er ie IS Two Needle Coverstitch Wide 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT Left Needle 33 5 Left Needle Right Needle 3 5 Right Needle Looper M Chain Looper Stitch Length 3mm Stitch Length MaAsTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 117 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Coverstitch Hem Woven Fabric A daiat karanna mediumweight cotton twill 4 x 6 Needle iar corer a ee 80 12 Universal ddp c 3 cones serger thread Presser ROOK atada le sequ edetistelutis S dt Coverstitch Nee B NER ERE EET TES wide 3 thread coverstitch Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for cover stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger use blue for purple markings Fold up a 2 hem along the 6 edge of the fabric Glue stick or pin in place Using the markings on the stitch plate as a guide place the fabric under the needles with the fold to the right of the presser foot with the right side of the fabric up and the hem wrong side down Coverstitch the hem in place Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 118 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA
2. seeueuuesssss Multi Purpose Foot with Guide id UT 4 thread overlock Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using both needles Adjust settings for a balanced stitch Set stitch length to 3mm Attach the Multi Purpose Foot and Guide following the directions in the instruction manual for the Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Note 700D and 800DL also need the Attachment Base Insert the cord into the guide Wrap the bias strip around the cord and place the wrapped cord in the groove under the foot and on top of the other fabric Serge making the covered cord and attaching it to the fabric strip in one stitching Press the seam allowance to the wrong side of the fabric strip Place the 3 x 8 fabric under the foot Mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 104 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Creating amp Attaching Corded Piping Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 105 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission
3. Mastering Your BERNINA Class 2 Four Thread Overlock Techniques Product Reference List Q Feet ures Unit M LI Serger Technique Reference Book LJ Carrying Case Standard Foot with Tape Guide 700D and 800DL only O Elasticator Q Gathering Attachment Q Attachment Base 700D and 800DL only Q Y Nylon Elastic a Y Cotton Braid Elastic a Y Clear Elastic a 74 Twill Tape Ll Y Ribbon Q Wavy Cutting Blade Q Clear Quilters Ruler Q Cutting Mat Q Fabric Glue Stick U Large Eye Tapestry Darning Needles Vacuum Cleaner Attachment 1 Wide Cosmetic Brush or Mini Duster C BERNINA Thread Storage Box clear O BERNINA Deluxe Accessory Box Scrap catcher Q Serger Needle Looper Threader U 6 Ruler Gauge MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 Q Serger thread Mettler Metrocor YLI Elite A color Q color A color Q color Q Woolly Nylon texturized thread A color A color Q color Q variegated Q variegated Q Needles Q Stretch size __ size LJ Ballpoint size __ size Q Sharp size _ size Q Microtex size size Q Universal size _ size 56 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Class 3 Three Thread Techniques Class Overview 3 Thread Overlock Wide 3 Thread Overlock Wide Overlock Seam Finish Outside Corners Narrow 3 Thread Over
4. Return stitch length and thread tension levers to normal Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 98 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Two Thread Rolled Hem Sample 2 Thread Rolled Edge Upper Looper converter Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 99 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Two Thread Wrapped Edge lec e heavy wool or polar fleece 5 x 6 NecdlO etienne Eme cerne deir 80 12 Universal Jli o T 1 cone serger thread no adieeece gto see ate ede steseeneevacannds E 1 cone YLI Jeans Stitch Presser FOOL eiie nemaaateitestasackeateaenaduclanen standard Stitch wide 2 thread wrapped edge left or right needle Attach the 2 thread adapter upper looper converter to the upper looper Note This is an optional accessory for the 700D Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a 2 thread wrapped edge using Jeans Stitch in the lower looper Adjust settings as indicated Place the fabric under the presser foot and serge along one edge adjust the differential feed if needed If the Jeans
5. ripple effect where the fabric has stretched Locate the differential feed dial on the serger Adjust to 1 5 Seam the jersey to the end of the fabric Remove the fabric from under the presser foot and observe the decreased rippling Return the differential feed dial to normal setting N Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 38 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Seaming Knit Fabrics Differential Feed Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 39 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Seaming Knit Fabrics Presser Foot Tape Guide gud 2 pieces cotton single knit jersey each 3 x 6 with stretch across 3 side MP 8 length of 74 twill tape or ribbon Needle ssssseHH ee 75 11 Stretch or Ballpoint jio 2 cones of serger thread A a a a 2 cones YLI Woolly Nylon Presser Foot csccssccsecceeceeeeeeeeeeeees Standard Foot with Tape Guide ls 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 t
6. edge Position the fabric right side up under the presser foot so that the needles will pierce the top edge of the hem Serge the hem in place At the end of the stitching turn the handwheel counterclockwise until the needles are at their lowest position Then turn the handwheel clockwise until the needles are at their highest position to release the threads from the looper Raise the presser foot and carefully remove the work Cut the thread using the thread cutter Examine the serger stitch formation and compare it to the stitch graphic in your owner s manual Read the tension adjustment information in your owner s manual for information about stitch formation and irregu larities Adjust settings as necessary stitch a second row of coverstitch Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 114 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Top amp Bottom Coverstitch Sample Top amp Bottom Coverstitch 3 needles 2500DCET Needles Tension Stitch Length MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 KES 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Mock Flat Felled Seam FADO RR RE EN mediumweight cotton twill 4 x 6 Needle coe ew oon onte een EL 80 12 Universal Notes gt Thread TO aa ar ree
7. right sides together to 1 x 6 encasing the thread chain against the fold With the folded edge aligned with the left edge of the presser foot serge the tube Be careful not to catch the thread chain in the stitching After stitching the tube gently pull on the thread chain and turn the tube right side out Mount the sample MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 70 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Turning Tubes Sample Balanced 3 Thread Overlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 1 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 71 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Narrow Three Thread Flatlock glo sweatshirt fleece 4 x 6 NIIIIM 80 12 Universal Notes A rere 2 cones serger thread PEERS 1 cone YLI Jeans Stitch Presser FOOL oii standard A narrow 3 thread flatlock Set serger for a narrow 3 thread flatlock stitch with YLI Jeans Stitch in the upper looper Set thread tensions as directed in your owner s manual Adjust stitch length to 3mm If necessary you can shorten the stitch length slightly to fill in the stitch as you
8. 03 5 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Needles Along with thread needles are very important to stitch formation Many mechanical problems and damage to fabrics can be traced to a bent damaged or incorrect size or type needle Approximately 60 of all needles made are discarded at some stage of production When select ing the correct needle for any serging project three things must be considered Needle system 130 705H Needle point to assure stitch formation and avoid fabric damage Needle size smaller for lightweight fabrics larger for heavier ones If the needle is Too small the thread can t stay in the groove to form a loop to be picked up by the looper Bent thread loop forms too far away from looper which can t enter loop to form stitch Blunt needle won t pierce fabric so no thread loop forms to make a stitch Need To Know Never use a needle bigger than size 90 14 in your serger larger needles can interfere with looper movement and cause damage Needle should be changed every 4 6 hours of sewing The needle is the most inexpensive part in your serger but is one of the most crucial for getting good results and keeping your machine running well Don t let false economy keep you from doing what is best for your sewing projects and your machine European needles are chrome plated to glide through fabr
9. 1 Wide Cosmetic Brush or Mini Duster Q Carrying Case Q BERNINA Thread Storage Box clear C BERNINA Deluxe Accessory Box LJ Scrap catcher U Serger Needle Looper Threader 6 Ruler Gauge LJ Stretch Needles size LJ Ballpoint Needles size U Sharp Needles size LJ Microtex Needles size LJ Stretch Needles size LJ Universal Needles size MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 Q Serger thread Mettler Metrocor YLI Elite A color A color Q Woolly Nylon texturized thread LJ color QO variegated QU Isacord embroidery thread A color A color Q YLI Jeans Stitch thread LJ color QU variegated Q YLI Pearl Crown Rayon LJ color QU variegated L1 YLI Designer 6 A color A color Q YLI Candlelight A color A color 110 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Class 5 Cover amp Chain Class Overview Conversion to Cover Chain Stitch 1300DC amp 2500DCET only Coverstitch Techniques Coverstitch Top amp Bottom Coverstitch 2500DCET only Mock Flat Felled Seam Coverstitch Hem Woven Fabric Coverstitch Hem Knit Fabric Attaching Lace Oak WN Chain Stitch Techniques 7 Chain Stitch Seam 8 Attaching Binding 9 Decorative Chain Stitch 10 4 Thread Combination Stitch 1300DC only 11 5 Thread Combination Stitch 1300DC only Optional Press
10. Available in solid and variegated colors Rayon Decorative Threads such as YLI Pearl Crown Rayon amp YLI Designer 6 shiny threads for decorative applications Pearl Crown Rayon is twisted while Designer 6 is untwisted Available in solid and variegated colors Metallic Decorative Threads such as YLI Candlelight adds a bit of glitz to seams and edgings Decorative Sewing Threads sewing machine threads can also be used in the serger and are particularly effective when several are used together as one thread Storage of Thread Thread does wear out and should be stored with care to keep it usable as long as possible Extreme moisture may cause thread to swell while very dry conditions can leave it dry and brittle as it ages Store thread in a covered container thread box with a lid cabinet with doors or drawers that close if possible to keep it dust free Be wary of old spools of thread recovered from Grandma s sewing box The fibers may be so weak and brittle that even if it sews into a seam it may be so unstable that the garment or project will not hold together and the life of the project may be considerably shortened MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 9 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Balanced 4 Thread Overlock ge ERR ERREUR firm fabric 6 x 6 Needle PRECII I RT T II 80 12 Univer
11. Continue serging to complete the circle overlapping the previous stitching by 1 Raise the presser foot and rotate the fabric clockwise Lower the presser foot and serge off the edge of the fabric Return the knife to the normal cutting position Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 30 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Serging a Tube Sample SANE CSS STEREO NA NS i S AN ERAS SINN i EYES ESSERE Mastering Your BERNINA Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 2003 BERNINAO of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers DOM 2 5mm Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Class 1 General Information Product Reference List U Feet ures Unit M LJ Serger Technique Reference Book Serging Made Easy LJ Carrying Case Q Serger Cone Thread Mettler Metrocor YLI Success A color A color A color A color Q Needles L size andtype L size and type ___ size___ and type Osize_ andtype L Seam Sealant Fabric Marking Pen Rotary Cutter Q Wavy Cutting Blade Q Clear Quilters Ruler Q
12. Nearer ren 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot acondicion Coverstitch SOn OA wide 3 thread coverstitch Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for cover stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger use blue for purple markings Fold the fabric to form a Y tuck lengthwise through the center of the fabric Center the fabric under the presser foot Lift the presser foot and place the fabric completely under the foot with the bulk of the fold to the left Align the folded edge with the inside of the right floating toe of the presser foot Coverstitch forming a tuck along the edge of the fabric Serge to the end of the fabric At the end of the stitching turn the handwheel counterclockwise until the needles are at their lowest position Then turn the handwheel clockwise until the needles are at their highest position to release the threads from the looper Raise the presser foot and carefully remove the work Cut the thread using the thread cutter Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 116 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Mock Flat Felled Seam Sample n M Sr rl a om o art lis each oe ne mme ae
13. Overlock Seam Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Egnglhi u iei 2 5m Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 35 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Seaming Knit Fabrics Presser Foot Pressure gud 2 pieces cotton single knit jersey TEE each 3 x 6 with stretch across 3 side CA 75 11 Stretch or Ballpoint Thread sese 2 cones of serger thread needles Hive Hoes hen fe UE in ee Ru 2 cones YLI Woolly Nylon loopers Presser Foot eiiis cirio Libor ents standard lI TE a 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using regular serger thread in the needles and Woolly Nylon in the loopers Set all thread tensions at usual 4 thread overlock settings Using a fabric marker divide the fabric in half along a 6 side With right sides together and a 74 seam allowance serge to the mark on the fabric Without removing the fabric from under the presser foot notice the ripple effect where the fabric has stretched Reduce the presser foot pressure to low Seam the jersey to the end of the fabric Remove the fabric from under the presser foot and observe the de creased rippling Return the presser foot pressure adjusting lever its normal se
14. Sample poo ee SA in ry A Sees rey rt TI DM M 1 d Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 49 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Gathering Attachment Gathering Fabric Fabric c occccncccccnccncnncoconccnnnnnano naciona nee mediumweight cotton 3 x 12 Needle ccnn o eL E 80 12 Universal A HP 4 cones serger thread Presser FOOL eon edente insistas standard sp KM M tesa Gathering Attachment els TE 4 thread overlock If necessary install the attachment base on your serger 700D and 800DL only Raise the cutting knife and adjust cutting width to 3mm Slip Gathering Attachment on to the fixing screw and metal post directly behind the fixing screw Hint Place the horseshoe shaped slot over the screw then rotate the attachment to lock over the metal post Tighten fixing screw Set cutting width at 2mm normal and lower the upper knife into cutting position Locate and adjust the differential feed dial to 2 Using a fabric marker divide fabric into 3 sections along one 12 edge Turn the handwheel to lower the needles This also lowers the feed dog Raise the presser foot and insert the fabric under the Gathering A
15. Thread Rolled Hem gencre mediumweight fabric 3 x 6 Neede iia as 80 12 Universal O RR UT 2 cones serger thread utl sel LI NIE 1 cone YLI Woolly Nylon Presser FOOt inicios i e ERR HER RR RR e ERR NR E Rd standard cn e ee 3 thread rolled edge Set the serger for a narrow 3 thread overlock stitch right needle with Woolly Nylon in the upper looper Adjust settings as indicated in your owner s manual Pull the rolled hem lever towards you Adjust the stitch length to 1 75mm Set cutting width at 2 normal Place the fabric under the presser foot and serge along one 6 edge Return stitch length and thread tension levers to normal Return the rolled hem lever to normal sewing position Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 82 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Three Thread Rolled Hem Sample 3 Thread Rolled Edge Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 1 75mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 83 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Cording Foot Bias Ruffle Fabric ceecee mediumweight fabric 3 x 18 cut on bias nude LII ILLU nylo
16. a E e ERA PRA EXER AREA ribbing 6 wide x 272 long Notes gt INCGOI6 iia iia 75 11 Stretch or Ballpoint An eea 2 cones of serger thread mE MEE 2 cones YLI Woolly Nylon Presser Foot sseusssss Standard Foot with Tape Guide liM EE 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using Woolly Nylon in both loopers Set tensions for a balanced 4 thread overlock Cut a mock neckline on the corner of the fleece quarter circle Fold the ribbing in half wrong sides together to 1 x 6 Matching raw edges place the ribbing to the neckline on the right side of the fleece Serge the ribbing to the fleece stretching the ribbing to meet the fleece neckline Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 42 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Attaching Ribbing Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 43 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Serger Piecing Fabric RR 3 strips medium weight cotton 1 3 4 x 4 each RE 3 strips contrasting cotton 13 4 x 4
17. about a 45 angle Serge one stitch beyond the cut edge Turn the handwheel to lower the needle into the fabric Lift the presser foot Fold the serged edge down and to the left angling the serged edge about 45 Pivot the fabric until the raw edge is even with the lower knife blade Lower the presser foot and continue stitching Use the thread cutter to cut the thread chain at the end of the seam the upper knife is still disengaged Return the upper knife to cutting position Trim and mount samples MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 66 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Inside Corners Samples LAS SASS ASIA SSSR SSS SSS SSS OPTION Il Balanced 3 Thread Overlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 67 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Three Thread Narrow Seam A A batiste 5 x 6 Needle coe oe et ee ee 80 12 Universal Notes gt A RATER EUER 3 cones serger thread Presser FOOL ciii erectis oi oper t terdisitu et standard SUlcli india 3 thread narrow seam Following the diagrams in your owner s manua
18. before serging Using your BERNINA sewing machine and a s seam allowance seam the two pieces of fabric together along the serged edges Press seam open Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 60 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Wide Overlock Seam Finish Sample JASSSSSSSSSSSSNSSSSSNSSSSSSSSSSSSSSNS IN NENNEN Fabric edge wrapped with strips of bias cut tricot or water soluble stabilizer before serging Balanced 3 Thread Overlock Wide Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 61 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Outside Corners g lodcmem p 2 pieces firm fabric 4 x 5 each NITVII 80 12 Universal Threads e T A 3 cones serger thread Presser FOO siii RED UE Animi standard eleme wide 3 thread overlock OPTION Serge one edge of the fabric stitching off the end of the fabric Trim the thread tail Continue serging around the square crossing over previous stitching Use a seam sealant on the untrimmed thread tails or use a tapestry needle to weave the thread tail
19. each Needle DEED 80 12 Universal Sharp or Microtex liio AA 4 cones serger thread IA erent ETT 2 cones YLI Woolly Nylon Presser FOOt niu a tr sate standard SUN ern uh AI LE mI Me 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch with regular serger thread in the needles and the loopers Set all tensions for a balanced 4 thread overlock Create two strip sets each with three alternating strips of fabric Strip 1 is light dark light strip 2 is dark light dark Serge strips together without trimming any fabric Press seam allowances toward dark strips Using a rotary cutter mat and ruler cut the strip sets into 1 block sets Use 1 block set from the light dark light strip set and 2 block sets from the dark light dark strip set Discard the excess fabric Serge 1 dark light dark strip to the light dark light strip matching seam allowances The opposing seams will nest into each other Serge the remaining dark light dark strip to the light dark light strip Press the seam allowances to the dark light dark strips Trim thread tails and mount the sample on the following page MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 44 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Serger Piecing Sample Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 mm Left Needl
20. ee ne imi DERE HE mediumweight cotton 3 x 14 e P mediumweight cotton 3 x 8 E e EE 80 12 Universal o rr 4 cones serger thread Presser FOOL senses et er es e od EAA standard ip ev Gathering Attachment A end esos tet tenantaeerscasetets 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Set tensions for a balanced 4 thread overlock Raise cutting knife and adjust cutting width to 3mm Slip the Gathering Attachment on to the fixing screw and metal post directly behind the fixing screw Hint attach the horseshoe shaped slot over the screw and then rotate the attachment to lock over the metal post Tighten the fixing screw Return cutting width to 2mm normal and lower the upper knife into cutting position Adjust the differential feed dial to 2 Raise the presser foot and insert the 14 strip of fabric right side up under the Gathering Attachment The fabric is lying next to the stitch plate Lower presser foot Sew several stitches until the fabric is under the needles Turn the handwheel to lower the needles This also lowers the feed dog Place the 8 strip of fabric right side down on top of the Gather ing Attachment and under the presser foot with the end of the 8 strip touching the needles Serge the two strips together the lower strip will gather as you sew Gathers Plus Trim and mount the sample For even more gathers tighten needle tens
21. granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch apr cotton or nylon Lycra 5 x 6 Needle ooooccccnccnccccnccnoncnnncnnncnnicnnicinicinn 80 12 Stretch or 75 11 Ballpoint Notes Qc A o 2 cones serger thread ER 1 cone YLI Woolly Nylon Presser FOOL ono a standard lc 3 thread super stretch Attach the 2 thread adapter upper looper converter to the upper looper Note This is an optional accessory for the 700D Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a super stretch stitch using Woolly Nylon in the lower looper Adjust settings as indicated Adjust the stitch length to 2 5mm normal Fold the Lycra in half to 272 x 6 Place the fabric under the foot and serge cutting off the fold Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 90 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch Sample 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch Upper Looper converter Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 91 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BE
22. rotate the fabric 90 clockwise Serge off the edge of the fabric If the upper knife is up rotate it down into the cutting position Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 28 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Securing Serged Seams Sample SRT Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Egnglhi u iei 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 29 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Serging a Tube EDT ide medium weight cotton 3 x 12 Needle rios a a de oa 80 12 Universal Notes gt TAO 4 cones of serger thread M OP yellow red green blue Presser FOOL unicidad ada analice dais standard AP A 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch With right sides together seam the fabric into a tube along the 3 side Press the seam to one side The upper looper thread is the right side of the seam On one 12 side of the tube cut away a 2 x Y section of fabric Lower the presser foot and serge around the tube cutting off 7 Stop serging when the knife enters the cutout rotate the knife up
23. thread cutter Examine the serger stitch formation and compare it to the stitch graphic in your owner s manual Read the tension adjustment information in your owner s manual for information about stitch formation and irregu larities Adjust settings as necessary stitch a second row of coverstitch Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 112 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Coverstitch Sample A A A A A a A a i e A ee en i ee maa m A A m ma Two Needle Coverstitch Wide 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT 33 5 Left Needle 3 5 Right Needle M Chain Looper 3mm Stitch Length MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 113 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Top amp Bottom Coverstitch 2500DCET only FFG en RERO firm fabric 6 x 6 Needle 4 tii and 80 12 Universal TRS A sos o o e 3 cones serger thread ett test 2 cones YLI Jeans Stitch Presser FOO PAN eleeec e Scncedeate anaes standard or Coverstitch RVING an NES wide 5 thread coverstitch 2500DCET only Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for top and bottom cover stitch using Jeans Stitch in the looper and wiper Fold up a 2 hem along one 6
24. to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Multi Purpose Foot with the Gathering Attachment F abri6 tus mediumweight cotton bias strip 2 x 8 AN mediumweight cotton 3 x 18 OO Parte 12 length of s cotton filler cord Needle 80 12 Universal Ti csi 4 cones serger thread Presser Foot cccccccsccseccsecceeceeceeeeees Multi Purpose Foot with Guide gc e cp Gathering Attachment ilU NE 4 thread overlock Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using both needles Adjust settings for a balanced stitch Set stitch length to 3mm Adjust differential feed to 2 Attach the Multi Purpose Foot no guide following the directions in the instruction manual for the Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Attach the Gathering Attachment following the directions in the instruc tion leaflet Note 700D and 800DL also need the Attachment Base Wrap the bias strip around the cord and place the wrapped cord in the groove under the foot Take 2 or 3 stitches into the fabric and lower the needles into the fabric Place the 3 x 18 fabric under the Gathering Attachment and next to the needles Serge covering the cord gathering the fabric strip and seaming all layers together Mount the sample on the following page MastTerRING AE C01 2 15 03 106 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission t
25. to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Decorative Chain Stitch Sample Chain Stitch 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT 3 5 Left Needle n a Right Needle M Chain Looper 2 5mm Stitch Length MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 129 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA 4 Thread Combination Stitch 1300DC only ROAD 2 pieces mediumweight cotton 3 x 8 Needle coito EE 80 12 Universal A n s 4 cones serger thread Presser Foot essssssssseeeeeemee nnne enne netne naar nn narra nana standard cji rog Denia DUM 2 thread overlock with chain stitch 19 Thread the serger for a 4 thread combination stitch following the in structions on the LCD screen which are also in your owners manual Serge fabric strips together along one long edge Trim and mount the sample MastTerRING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 130 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers 4 Thread Combination Stitch Sample ANS ANNAN DS 4 Thread Combination Stitch 1300DC only 1300DC Right Coverstitch Needle 3 2 Left Overlock Needle Chain Looper Upper Looper converter Lower Looper ecsecccecceec
26. 0 very fine batiste 70 broadcloth 80 trigger and gabardine 90 denim and twill Jeans Has a sharp point and a shaft that is less prone to flex The sharpness of the needles makes it better for use on denim and woven fabrics where a clean stitch is desired Microtex 60 90 Sharp Schmetz A sharp point with a thin shaft 60 90 corresponds to the weight of the fabric as the fabric gets heavier or denser the number is higher Specially designed for microfiber fabrics Microfiber Quilting assort d Lammertz 75 amp 90 The thin tapered point of this needle causes less damage to fabric when seaming and cross seaming Topstitch 80 90 A sharp point with a large eye and deep groove Use with heavier fabrics the large groove cradles heavy threads Embroidery 75 90 Schmetz Metafil Lammertz Sharp needle with a large eye and groove also has a coating and a larger scarf For use with embroidery thread prevents shredding of rayon or metallic threads Two threads may be used through the eye of an 80 or 90 needle Leather 80 90 Point is a sharp cutting wedge Used for leather only Not for vinyl or simulated leathers MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 9 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Thread Poor quality or the wrong type o
27. 00D only Needle Threader optional for 700D amp 800DL Brush Needle Insertion Tool Spool Caps Spool Cones Thread Nets Thread Good quality vs poor quality Construction All Purpose Thread Decorative Thread Needles Types of Needles Sizes of Needles Parts of Needles Matching Needle amp Thread Threading for Overlock Serging The Threading Path Threading Order First Upper Looper Blue Second Lower Looper Red Third Right Needle Green Fourth Left Needle Yellow Test Serging Basic Serging Samples Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Adjusting Tensions Loopers Adjusting Tensions Loopers Adjusting Tensions Needles Stitch Length Adjustment Cutting Width Adjustment Differential Feed Stretch Differential Feed Pucker Differential Feed Gathering amp Easing 10 Securing Serged Seams 11 Serging a Tubular Project OONDOABRWDNDN Care amp Cleaning Removing Lint from Inside Serger Oiling Replacing the Cutting Knives Yearly Tune Up by Authorized BERNINA technician This class is formatted for owners of the following models of BERNINA overlock machines 700 D 800 DL 1100D 1100DA 1200DA 1300DC 2500DCET MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 3 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a BERN
28. A of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Wide Two Thread Flatlock glo MIRI mediumweight cotton 4 x 6 Needless AANE 80 12 Universal Notes gt joues 1 cone serger thread EE 1 cone YLI Jeans Stitch Presser Foot SSP standard 5 11161 erana PP wide 2 thread flatlock Attach the 2 thread adapter upper looper converter to the upper looper Note This is an optional accessory for the 700D Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a 2 thread flatlock stitch using Jeans Stitch in the lower looper Adjust settings as indicated Adjust the stitch length to 2 5mm Fold the fabric in half to 2 x 6 and position it halfway between the left needle and the stitch finger Optional Attach the Right Seam Guide Move the Right Seam Guide halfway between the needle and the stitch finger Slowly serge the fabric The looper threads will extend beyond the fabric on the right side of fold Gently pull the fabric flat Return stitch length and thread tension levers to normal Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 94 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Wide Two Thread Flatlock Sample 2 Thread Flatlock Wide Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length aaee
29. Adjust the right needle thread tension lever to 2 down to decrease the tension on the needle thread Serge the fifth piece of folded fabric cutting off the fold Examine the sample The needle thread forms large loops on the back of the fabric Label trim and mount the sample Left Needle Decreased Tension Adjust the left needle thread tension lever to 2 to decrease the tension on the needle thread Serge the sixth piece of folded fabric cutting off the fold Examine the sample The needle thread forms large loops on the back of the fabric Label trim and mount the sample Both Needles Increased Tension Adjust both the left and right needle thread tension levers to 7 to increase the tension on the needle threads Fold the piece of lightweight woven cotton fabric to 172 x 4 Serge the folded fabric cutting off the fold Examine the sample The lower looper thread is pulled to the front of the sample and the stitch is puckering the fabric Label trim and mount the sample Return both needle thread tension levers to normal MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 16 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Adjusting Tensions Samples V ANNAN increased left amp right needle tensions decreased left needle tension Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Lo
30. Adjust the upper looper thread tension lever to 7 to increase the tension on the looper thread Serge the third piece of folded fabric cutting off the fold Examine the sample The looper threads do not lock on the edge of the fabric The lower looper thread is pulled tightly to the front of the stitch Label trim and mount the sample Upper Looper Decreased Tension Change the upper looper thread tension lever to 2 to decrease the tension on the looper thread Serge the fourth piece of folded fabric cutting off the fold Examine the sample The looper threads do not lock on the edge of the fabric The upper looper thread is visible on the back of the fabric The looper threads are very loose Label trim and mount the sample Return the thread tension levers to normal MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 14 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Adjusting Tensions Samples nre Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length sica 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 15 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Adjusting Tensions continued Right Needle Decreased Tension
31. BERNINA Sergers Coverstitch Hem Sample Woven Fabric Two Needle Coverstitch Wide 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT 33 5 Left Needle 3 2 Needles 3 5 Right Needle 6 5 Tension M Chain Looper 3mm Stitch Length MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 119 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Coverstitch Hem Knit Fabric go cotton jersey 5 x 6 Needl8 teste ELE 80 12 Universal iuro E PN FRETUM 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot ssssssssee ee ee eene nhnene rere nn nana na ananano Coverstitch A E wide 3 thread coverstitch Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for cover stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger use blue for purple markings Fold up a 2 hem along the 6 edge of the fabric Glue stick or pin in place Using the markings on the stitch plate as a guide place the fabric under the needles with the fold to the right or the presser foot with the right side of the fabric up and the hem wrong side down Coverstitch the hem in place There is no need to stretch the fabric while stitching as the cover stitch has natural stretch Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 120 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERN
32. Cutting Mat Q Fabric Glue Stick U Large Eye Tapestry Darning Needles Q Vacuum Cleaner Attachment Q 1 Wide Cosmetic Brush or Mini Duster U BERNINA Thread Storage Box clear CL BERNINA Deluxe Accessory Box U Standard Serger Foot with Tape Guide Scrap catcher Q Serger Needle Looper Threader MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 32 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Class 2 Four Thread Techniques Class Overview General Construction Seaming 1 4 Thread Overlock Seam Serging Knits 2 Seaming Knit Fabrics Presser Foot Pressure 3 Seaming Knit Fabrics Differential Feed 4 Seaming Knit Fabrics Presser Foot Tape Guide 5 Attaching Ribbing Serging Wovens 6 Serger Piecing 7 Reversible Piecing Using Optional Accessories Elasticator amp Gathering Attachment 8 Elasticator 9 Gathering Attachment Gathering Fabric 10 Gathering Attachment Gathering Fabric to Fabric 11 Gathering Attachment with Elasticator Optional Presser Feet amp Accessories used in this unit Standard Presser Foot with Tape Guide Holds narrow twill tape elastic and ribbon to be serged into seam Elasticator For attaching elastic from 5mm 12mm 74 to 72 wide Attachment Base 700D and 800DL only Needed to attach some accessories to serger Seam Guides This class is formatted for owners of the following models of BERNI
33. Foot Joining Lace to Lace gf 2 pieces of flat edging lace 6 each Notes gt CA 70 10 Sharp or Microtex A 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot esses nnne nennen Blindstitch OLG AO narrow 3 thread overlock Set the serger for a narrow 3 thread overlock stitch right needle Adjust settings as indicated Loosen the right needle tension slightly Pull the rolled hem lever towards you Adjust the stitch length to 1 5mm Attach the Blindstitch Foot Move the fabric guide just to the left of the knife line on the stitch plate Stiffen the lace with spray starch or fabric stiffener With right sides together place the header of the laces under the presser foot against the guide Serge the laces together Gently pull the lace flat and press Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 80 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Blindstitch Foot Joining Lace to Lace Sample SSS PN SXSSSS SST NOR Stee 3 Thread Overlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length scanners 1 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 81 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Three
34. INA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Coverstitch Hem Sample Knit Fabric Two Needle Coverstitch Wide 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT 33 5 Left Needle 3 5 Right Needle M Chain Looper 3mm Stitch Length MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 121 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Attaching Lace gi lecr o mediumweight cotton 3 x 6 idus aste eed ico rer vedo bu diate debits tee 8 length of 1 wide lace edging Werl m 80 12 Universal Jii A RS 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot ia it acetate Coverstitch lise cm wide 3 thread coverstitch Use spray starch or fabric stiffener to stabilize the fabric and lace Position the lace on the right side of the fabric with the scalloped edge of the lace even with the left side of the fabric Place fabric and lace under the needles with the lace header positioned even with the inside edge of the right floating toe Coverstitch the lace to the fabric Trim fabric from beneath the lace Trim and mount sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 122 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Attaching Lace Sample Two Needle Coverstitch Wide 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT 3 5 Left
35. INA serger This workbook is designed to be used in conjunction with the Owners Classes you will take at your BERNINA dealership and contains a series of exercises intended to familiarize you with the features of your new BERNINA overlock machine In addition you will learn about needles threads presser feet and accessories all of which will increase your knowledge of serging and assist you in achieving success in all of your serging endeavors Once you have completed the exercises designated for your BERNINA overlock machine attach the sewn samples to the indicated pages and insert the pages into plastic page protec tors and store them in a 3 ring binder They can then be used as a reference tool in the future as you use your machine and explore the creative possibilities it affords you BERNINA of America Inc strives to provide its customers not just with quality sewing and overlock machines but with informative publications and classes Along with providing Owners Classes your local BERNINA dealer stocks BERNINA books and magazines such as Feetures Serger Technique Reference Guide and Through the Needle Plus BERNINA of America Inc has a website www berninausa com offering free projects basic sewing and serging information a glossary of sewing terms inspirational stories interviews with creative stitchers and a variety of articles and postings that appeal to all types of stitchers no matter which machines a
36. Isacord embroidery thread c 1 cone Yenmet metallic thread Presser FOOL uii eet tte ee standard or Coverstitch ede CREER TECH IE EDDIE NER chainstitch Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for cover stitch threading the 3 strands of Isacord embroidery thread together treating them as one thread Use a lower looper threader or dental floss threader to thread them through the eye of the looper Slightly loosen the tension on the chain stitch looper Place the stabilizer against the wrong side of the denim Place the denim right side down under the presser foot the stabilizer will be on top Chainstitch a curved line across the fabric Turn the fabric over to see the decorative stitching on the right side To increase the amount of decorative thread that shows increase the stitch length to 3mm or 4mm Changing stitch length as you serge will vary the decorative chain stitch effect Always use a stitch length of at least 2 5mm Stitch several more curved lines across the fabric Remove one spool of Isacord embroidery thread and replace it with Yenmet metallic thread Rethread the serger using 2 spools of Isacord embroidery thread and 1 spool of Yenmet metallic thread in the lower looper Loosen the chain stitch looper tension slightly Sew several additional rows of decorative chain stitch Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 128 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission
37. Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Mastering Your BERNINA jis Owner s Workbook MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 1 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Table of Contents Class 1 General Information eene 3 Introduction ee nennen EAEEREN 4 Presser Feet amp Accessories eirese E aE ETS 5 Needles i Ie UI ee LI DUUM M ee LAU 6 ARG AG m 8 Balanced 4 Thread OverlOCk oocccconccccncccnnncnonnnccnnnanononononan cnn ener nennen nns 10 Adjusting Tensions C 12 Ue eee PP o eee rere ere ere 18 Cutting Width assi les 20 Differential Feed oooooonccccncccncncccnnoncnononononcnnnna nono nononann cnn nano no nnn nen nennen enn nena an 22 Securing Ends d 28 Serging a TUDE AP EE ER 30 Product Reference 18U otii ccaeteaaaiesdasceasatecaggiecacttvadetssanseutszanibas 32 Class 2 Four Thread Techniques 33 Serg fr ci c iia 34 MIR mec 36 A e A dU 44 Elasticator MUA e 48 Gathering Allah univirne 50 Product Reference LiSt oooccconnccccnnccnncncnnnccnnanno conocio nana enne nan ca canaria nano 56 Class 3 Three Thread Techniques 57 O hiread OverloGk ecd tette eese
38. Multi Pur pose Foot with Guide Turn the handwheel to encase the first beads inside the thread chain Fold the fabric in half to 2 x 6 and place the fabric under the foot with the fold halfway between the needle and the stitch finger or against the right seam guide Slowly flatlock the beads to the folded fabric Gently pull the fabric flat Mount the sample MastTerRING AE C01 2 15 03 108 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Multi Purpose Foot Attaching Pre Strung Beads Sample 3 Thread Flatlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 109 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Class 4 Mastering Your BERNINA Miscellaneous Techniques Product Reference List Q Feet ures Unit M Q Serger Technique Reference Book QU Serging Made Easy QU Multi Purpose Foot with Guide O Elasticator Q Right Seam Guide Q Attachment Base 700D and 800DL only 2 Thread Adapter 700D only Q Pearls by the Yard 3mm 4mm U Seam Sealant Q Wavy Cutting Blade U Clear Quilters Ruler Q Cutting Mat 0 BERNINA Ironing System U Large Eye Tapestry Darning Needles U Vacuum Cleaner Attachment Q
39. NA Right Seam Guide overlock machines Multi Purpose Foot Guide e 700 D Gathering Attachment e 800 DL For gathering one layer or gathering to a flat piece 1100D 1100DA 1200DA 1300DC 2500DCET MasTeERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 33 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA 4 Thread Overlock Seam FabtiG iii ees medium weight cotton 5 x 6 A m 80 12 Universal ico A 4 cones of serger thread a yellow red green blue Presser FOO PUEDE UNI SOUL To Ole Lco OC standard JO oo A 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Adjust settings as indicated Fine tune as needed Locate the seam guide markings on the knife guard Measurements shown are distances from the right needle When using the left needle add 1 8 to measurements Tip Use a permanent marker to highlight the raised markings this is particularly useful for those with mature eyesight Fold fabric in half to 2 x 6 Align the fold of the fabric with the Y mark on the knife guard the left needle is being used Serge the seam cutting off exactly Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 34 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA 4 Thread
40. NINA Sergers Cording Foot Wire Edged Fabric Sample a rata qua E in E 3 Thread Rolled Edge Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 87 2003 BERNINAO of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Class 3 Three Thread Techniques Product Reference List Q Feet ures Volume 2 Unit M LJ Serger Technique Reference Book LJ Carrying Case Q Cording Foot LI Right Seam Guide U Attachment Base 700D and 800DL only L Seams Great bias cut tricot a Y Cotton Braid Elastic a Y Clear Elastic a Y Twill Tape Q Y Ribbon Q Wavy Cutting Blade Q Clear Quilters Ruler Q Cutting Mat U BERNINA Ironing System U Large Eye Tapestry Darning Needles Q Vacuum Cleaner Attachment Q 1 Wide Cosmetic Brush or Mini Duster C BERNINA Thread Storage Box clear U BERNINA Deluxe Accessory Box Scrap catcher U Serger Needle Looper Threader U 6 Ruler Gauge MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 Q Serger thread Mettler Metrocor YLI Elite Q color A color A color A color Q Woolly Nylon texturized thread A color A color A color Q variegated U YLI Jeans Stitch thread A color A color A color Q variegated Q Needles Q Stretch size __ size LJ Ballpoint size size Q Sharp size _
41. Needle 3 5 Center Needle M Chain Looper 3mm Stitch Length MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 123 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Chain Stitch Seam Fabric ius 2 pieces mediumweight cotton each 3 x 6 Needle iet es em ie ae 80 12 Universal ino Mr A T 2 cones serger thread Presser Foot c ooccccnoccccnccccnonoconccnnnananonannn nan nn nn nano nan nana renard enis Coverstitch SO noc EAE wide 3 thread coverstitch Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for chain stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger use blue thread for purple markings With right sides together place the fabric under the needles Align the raw edges with the s mark on the stitch plate Turn the handwheel clockwise for the first stitch Serge to the end of the fabric At the end of the stitching turn the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle is at its lowest position Then turn the handwheel clockwise until the needle is at its highest position to release the thread from the looper Following the instructions in your owner s manual raise the presser foot and carefully remove the work Cut the thread using the thread cutter Examine the serger stitch formation and compare it to the stitch graphic in your owner s manual Read the tension adjustment
42. Needle rs a ie eee er 80 12 Universal Notes gt TAO 4 cones of serger thread EEUU yellow red green blue Presser FOOL cadillacs standard Jo I MEE 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Fine tune the tensions for a balanced overlock stitch Fold fabric in half to 2 x 6 and place under the presser foot Note If you are using a Wavy Rotary Cutter or Pinking Shears to trim the samples do all trimming before beginning to sew this sample Take 2 3 stitches on the fabric Lower the needles into the fabric Raise the presser foot and with your left hand gently pull the thread chain around the needles to the knife Lower the presser foot and continue serging cutting off the excess thread chain until you are one stitch off the end of the fabric Locate the rolled hem lever on the right side of the cloth plate pull it towards you releasing the thread chain from the stitch finger Raise the presser foot and carefully flip the fabric over so that the lower looper side of the previously serged seam will be overstitched Place the fabric under the presser foot so that the first stitch will enter the fabric when you begin stitching Slide the rolled hem lever towards the body of the serger Serge for about 1 overstitching the previous stitching Guide the fabric so as not to cut the previous stitching Option Rotate upper knife up Raise the toe of the presser foot and
43. RNINA 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch Attaching Elastic A a cotton or nylon Lycra 3 x 6 OET A E 12 length of nylon or cotton elastic braid Needle ooooccccnccncccnnncnnncnnncnnncnnicenicinicinn 80 12 Stretch or 75 11 Ballpoint Hom 2 cones serger thread rs 1 cone YLI Woolly Nylon PP A Elasticator lem 3 thread super stretch Attach the 2 thread adapter upper looper converter to the upper looper Note This is an optional accessory for the 700D Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a Super Stretch Stitch using Woolly Nylon in the lower looper Adjust the stitch length to 4mm Increase the presser foot pressure Attach the Elasticator Foot Turn the pressure adjustment screw on the roller guide clockwise to set pressure as desired Raise the roller guide and insert the elastic into the slot at the front of the presser foot Place the fabric under the foot and serge cutting off the fold Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 92 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Attaching Elastic Sample 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch Upper Looper converter Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 93 2003 BERNIN
44. Stitch does not wrap around the edge completely the thread tension may be too tight Reduce the looper thread tension If the thread still does not wrap remove the Jeans Stitch thread from the uppermost thread guide and try again Wrap stitch the other three edges of the fabric Use seam sealant to seal the stitching at the corners When the sealant is dry trim the thread tails Return stitch length and thread tension levers to normal Trim and mount the sample MastTerRING AE C01 2 15 03 100 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA Two Thread Wrapped Edge Sample 2 Thread Wrapped Edge Wide Upper Looper converter Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 emi Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 101 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Corded Piping PA mediumweight cotton bias strip 2 x 8 CUM MER 12 length of s cotton filler cord Needle inne a kn e Ras 80 12 Universal inc M c w 4 cones serger thread Presser Foot csccseccsecceccereeeeeeeeees Multi Purpose Foot with Guide lUi EMI 4 thread overlock Following the instructions in your owner s manual thre
45. ad the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using both needles Adjust all settings for a balanced stitch Set stitch length to 3 5mm Attach the Multi Purpose Foot and Guide following the directions in the instruction manual for the Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Note 700D and 800DL also need the Attachment Base Insert the filler cord into the guide Wrap the bias strip around the cord and place the wrapped cord in the groove under the foot Serge the covered cord Mount the sample MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 BERNINA 102 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Multi Purpose Foot Corded Piping Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length uuo 3 5m Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 103 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Creating amp Attaching Corded Piping AA mediumweight cotton bias strip 2 x 8 AN mediumweight cotton 3 x 8 iq ictericia 12 length of 8 cotton filler cord Needle ies eerie a 80 12 Universal Di M e P A 4 cones serger thread Presser Foot
46. back through the stitching When the seam sealant is dry trim the thread tails OPTION II Before serging trim away the seam allowance for about 2 on each corner of the square Beginning at one trimmed corner serge cutting 74 as you sew to the end of the fabric Take one stitch off the end of the fabric Locate the rolled hem lever on the stitch plate and pull the white lever towards you This will free the thread from the stitch finger Lift the presser foot and carefully pivot the fabric 90 clockwise Return the rolled hem lever to normal away from you Place the needle one stitch into the fabric and lower the presser foot Continue serging until you are one stitch off the next corner Repeat the turning procedure and continue serging Trim and mount the samples MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 62 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Outside Corners Samples dm e CA Gl NENA S EA E stig SSL OPTION I p E z eA p a En E EA 2 A Z E z a 2 A 97 BS e e SANA i INN LA OPrioN II Z INN q E 5 5 EMM M cA e Dee A A A a A 3 AN SN A A SESS SAN SN NOS Balanced 3 Thread Overlock Wide Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower L
47. be eliminated Mark the differential settings on the fabric sample Compare the seams to see how the differential settings can affect stretching Trim agd mount the sample Return the differential feed setting to N normal MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 22 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Differential Feed Fabrics that Stretch Sample SSS EIS SESE ERED IEA AA SANA ASAT ENSURE SSSNSSSSS RS URANO 2 0 Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Egnglhi u iei 2 Pa Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 23 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Differential Feed Fabrics that Pucker g louebme uu ic 1 piece batiste 3 x 6 Needle eiiean ae tinal 80 12 Universal e 4 cones of serger thread H yellow red green blue Presser Fool oni aes esa ie UD ED DIE standard A XA 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a four thread overlock stitch Fine tune tensions for a balanced overlock stitch Adjust the stitch length to 2 5mm With differential set at N serge on one 6 edge If fabric is lightweight enough you will have a puckered edge Adjust the dif
48. cceceeeeeeeeeeeeees 6 7 Stitch Eengli uisaute inst inier 2 5mm MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 131 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA 5 Thread Combination Stitch 1300DC only FADO ERE 2 pieces mediumweight cotton 3 x 8 Needle escocia ies ise n caasee siete 80 12 Universal TAGS sisi da 5 cones serger thread Presser FOO REGERE er e Pee standard Sl lq PE er eer terre Teer 3 thread overlock with chain stitch 18 Thread the serger for a 5 thread combination stitch following the in structions on the LCD screen which are also in your owners manual Serge fabric strips together along one long edge Trim and mount the sample MastTerRING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 132 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Mastering Your BERNINA 5 Thread Combination Stitch Sample 5 Thread Combination Stitch 1300DC only 1300DC Right Coverstitch Needle 4 0 Right Overlock Needle 4 5 Chain Looper Upper Looper cccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 0 Lower Looper eeeeeeeeeeeeeee 4 0 Stitch Length NES TE 2 5mm MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 133 2003 BERNINAO of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authoriz
49. ctions along the 12 side Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Fine tune the tensions for a balanced overlock stitch Turn the differential feed dial to 2 Serge to the first mark Adjust stitch length to 4mm and serge to the second mark Move the thread tension levers up to 8 to increase the needle thread tensions Serge to the end of the fabric Return the differential feed to N normal Return the stitch length to 2 5 normal Move the thread tension levers to return tensions to normal 3 5 Mark the sample Differential Feed 2 Differential Feed 2 amp Stitch Length 4 Differential Feed 2 amp stitch length 4 amp increased needle tension Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 26 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Differential Feed Gathering amp Easing Sample Increased needle tensions SL 4mm SL 4mm Diff Feed 2 Diff Feed 2 Diff Feed 2 Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Egnglhi u iei 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 2r 2003 BERNINAQ of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Securing Serged Seams Fabric CR medium weight cotton 4 x 6
50. e Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 45 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Reversible Piecing Fabric er he Ri Rs 3 pieces cotton prints 2 x 4 Mie MILI UNE IM al 1 piece cotton print 2 x 572 H tenes 3 pieces muslin 2 x 4 EN 1 piece muslin 2 x 572 et 3 pieces batting 2 x 4 mE 1 piece batting 2 x 572 NITTe I 80 12 Universal Sharp or Microtex A A A a E at 4 cones serger thread Presser EO0L iine e standard SULCD eo A ee E 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Set all tensions for a balanced 4 thread overlock Optional Increase the presser foot pressure for thick fabrics Create a quilt sandwich layering the 4 fabrics as follows 2 layers of muslin right sides together one layer of batting 2 layers of printed fabric right sides together and a layer of batting on top Raise the presser foot and position the fabrics under it with the right edges of the fabric and batting even with the left edge of the knife Serge the 6 layers together stopping as necessary to keep the right edges of the fabrics even Open the layers 1 muslin 1 quilt top 1 batting to the right and left of the serged seam and press To serge the third sectio
51. ea 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 95 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Serging with Heavy Decorative Threads Fabric 3 pieces mediumweight cotton 4 x 6 each En an 90 14 Universal Threads A 1 cone serger thread 1 cone YLI Pearl Crown Rayon ERE 1 cone YLI Designer 6 Presser FOOL asinti Fera oes per kde Loup had tias standard O wide 2 thread flatlock Attach the 2 thread adapter upper looper converter to the upper looper Note This is an optional accessory for the 700D Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a wide 2 thread flatlock stitch using decorative thread in the lower looper Adjust settings as indicated Adjust the stitch length to 4mm If needed you can slowly shorten the stitch length as you serge to fill in the flatlock stitch Serge the sample If the tension on the decorative thread is too tight decrease the looper tension and try again If the thread tension on the decorative thread is still too tight remove the thread from the last thread guide and try again Experiment with the suggested threads adjusting thread tension and or bypassing thread guides as needed Press trim and mount the samples on the following page No Speeding To avoid une
52. ed BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Class 5 Cover amp Chain Product Reference List LI Feet ures Unit M LJ Serger Technique Reference Book Serging Made Easy Q Mettler serger thread A color L color A color LI Isacord embroidery thread A color A color A color U Yenmet metallic thread A color L color 505 temporary adhesive spray L1 Bias binding Bias tape makers CL BERNINA Ironing System Q 6 seam guide LJ Rotary cutter U BERNINA cutting mat O BERNINA clear 14 ruler MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 134 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers
53. ensions for a balanced stitch Attach the Elasticator to the serger Adjust stitch length to 4mm Increase the presser foot pressure Locate and raise the roller guide in the front of the presser foot Turn the handwheel to lower the needles This also lowers the feed dog Raise the presser foot and insert the elastic through the slot and under the presser foot until it touches the needles Lower the presser foot and serge a few stitches to catch and straighten the elastic along the right edge of the slot Turn the handwheel to lower the needles Lower the roller guide Using the small screwdriver adjust the guide plate on the presser foot to the width of the elastic Locate the pressure adjustment set screw on the top of the roller guide and turn the screw counterclockwise to completely loosen the pressure on the roller Place the fabric under the presser foot and begin serging Slowly tighten the pressure adjustment set screw to increase the pressure on the roller and stretch the elastic Note Do not over tighten the screw Excessive pressure on the elastic will bind the fabric Serge the elastic onto the fabric letting the presser foot stretch the elastic for you Trim and mount the sample Return all settings to normal MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 48 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Elasticator
54. er Feet amp Accessories used in this unit Coverstitch Foot Two floating toes for ease in stitching uneven layers This class is formatted for owners of the following models of BERNINA overlock machines 1300DC e 2500DCET e 009DCC MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 111 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Coverstitch uie Ite Ee firm fabric 3 x 6 Needle erenn oia 80 12 Universal Notes US AG acres T H Q 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot ccccccccecssseesceeeseeueeseeaueesueeeeeuaeeees standard or Coverstitch A ete areca ya teen ee ee aS wide 3 thread coverstitch Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for cover stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger use blue thread for purple markings Center the fabric under the presser foot Lift the presser foot and place the fabric completely under the foot Turn the handwheel clockwise for the first stitch Serge to the end of the fabric At the end of the stitching turn the handwheel counterclockwise until the needles are at their lowest position Then turn the handwheel clockwise until the needles are at their highest position to release the threads from the looper Raise the presser foot and carefully remove the work Cut the thread using the
55. ergers Narrow Three Thread Overlock Sample OO A Balanced 3 Thread Overlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 65 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Inside Corners mile em o 2 pieces firm fabric 3 x 4 each Needle coimas Sii 80 12 Universal Notes gt A Ei 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot occcococcccnccccnocononccnonancnnncnnonannnnannn nn arca narra na nna nana canan standard SA narrow 3 thread overlock OPTION This technique works well for continuous plackets on sleeves and back neck openings Cut an inside corner into the fabric Snip into the corner 74 the width of the stitching Serge until the knife reaches the end of the cut Use the handwheel to lower the needle into the fabric Lift the presser foot and straighten the corner towards you Lower the presser foot and continue serging OPTION Il Rotate the upper knife up Cut an inside corner into the fabric Line up the left edge of the cut with the lower knife blade Keep the edge of the fabric even with the lower knife blade as you stitch Serge for a few stitches Turn the handwheel to lower the needle into the fabric Fold the right side of the corner towards you at
56. f thread can cause poor stitches on any machine Thread passes through the eye of the needle approximately 37 times in a seesaw action before it forms a single stitch Poor quality thread results in crooked and looped stitches puckered seams frayed thread and or needle breakage To achieve quality stitches an overlock machine needs three things correct thread correct size needle and properly adjusted settings Several factors such as the fiber twist ply finish and size of thread must be considered for use with today s fabrics for fine stitches Staple refers to the length of fibers used to twist together to form a single ply Domestic thread fiber lengths are usually 172 to 277 long while European threads use 572 to 6 lengths Ply number of strands twisted together to make a single thread Roll the tendency of thread to roll to the right or left during stitching causing the stitch to appear slightly crooked Poor quality threads are more likely to roll Twist the crimping of fibers which causes them to interlock firmly into a single ply Thread should not untwist during stitching This will cause skipped stitches thread breakage crooked stitches and weak spots in seams Right twist most American threads are twisted to the right causing some rolling This gives average stitch quality Left twist Most commercial and imported threads are twisted to the left giving better than average
57. ferential to 0 7 Serge along the other edge trimming slightly With a low differential setting the puckered edge should be eliminated Mark the differential settings on the fabric sample Trim and mount the sample Return the differential feed setting to N normal MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 24 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Differential Feed Fabrics that Pucker Sample SIS d NECS MEE P oa 07 uu Cond ARAS Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length esc iere 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 25 2003 BERNINAO of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Differential Feed Gathering amp Easing aDFIG kecin E ERR medium weight cotton 3 x 12 Needle A 80 12 Universal TIPS isaac its 4 cones of serger thread A AA yellow red green blue Presser e o tios ette tseit sse in eei inen edesetunuh standard A LUI RETE 4 thread overlock Using a fabric marker divide the fabric into 3 equal se
58. g to the quilted fabric Chain Stitch Option Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for chain stitch Wrap the bias binding around one 6 side of the quilted fabric secure in place with 505 temporary spray adhesive Place the fabric under the needles with the unstitched edge of the binding even with the inside of the left floating toe with the quilted fabric to the right Chain stitch the binding to the quilted fabric Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 126 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Attaching Binding Sample Chain Stitch 009DCC 1300DC 2500DECT 3 5 Left Needle n a Right Needle M Chain Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Stitch Length Two Needle Coverstitch Wide 009DCC 1300DC 33 5 Left Needle 3 5 Right Needle M Chain Looper 3mm Stitch Length MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 127 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Decorative Chain Stitch FAG setti O mediumweight denim 6 x 6 SADZE reai a eet hie deis eed tear away 6 x 6 Notes NITIR a 80 12 Universal jin o E e rr 1 cone serger thread 3 cones
59. ger for a wide 3 thread overlock stitch Set all thread tensions as indicated for a balanced stitch Adjust cutting width to 2mm normal Adjust stitch length to 2 5mm normal Fold fabric in half to 272 x 6 Serge along the folded edge of the fabric Trim and mount the sample MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 58 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Wide Three Thread Overlock Seam Sample Balanced 3 Thread Overlock Wide Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length isaac 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 59 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Wide Overlock Seam Finish Fabric us 2 pieces medium weight wool 2 x 5 each 2 strips bias cut tricot 74 x 5 optional Notes gt NA 80 12 Universal Thread AAA A 3 cones serger thread Presser POOL ein Dal standard Sn wide 3 thread overlock Set serger for a wide 3 thread overlock stitch left needle Adjust all settings for a balanced stitch Serge one 5 raw edge on each piece of fabric Optional For added support wrap the fabric edge with strips of bias cut tricot or water soluble stabilizer
60. hread overlock stitch Adjust tension settings for a balanced 4 thread overlock Locate the tape guide on the presser foot Using the small screwdriver from the accessory pouch loosen the fixing screw and slide the tape guide all the way to the left Snug the screw Slip the twill tape or ribbon into the slot on the presser foot Lower the presser foot and lower the needles into the tape or ribbon Loosen the fixing screw and adjust the tape guide to the width of the tape or ribbon Retighten the screw Seam the jersey together along the 6 side catching the tape or ribbon in the serged edge Remove the fabric from under the presser foot and examine the seam It will not stretch The tape or ribbon has stabilized the seam Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 40 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Seaming Knits Presser Foot Tape Guide Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 41 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Attaching Ribbing glo MERETUR sweatshirt fleece 4 x 6
61. ic easily The selected thread should fit in the groove on the front of the needle If it isn t protected by the groove a needle with a larger groove should be used Always make sure needles are fully inserted as high as possible with the flat side to the back Needle Size Conversion European vs Domestic 60 8 90 14 Regardless of the system the greater 70 10 100 16 the number the larger the diameter 75 211 110 18 of the needle Never use a needle 80 12 120 19 larger than size 90 14 in your serger MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 Mastering Your BERNINA shank flat side to the back Parts ofa Needle groove on the front A scarf on the back 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Needle Chart Never use a needle bigger than size 90 14 in your serger larger needles can interfere with looper movement and cause damage Ball Point 70 90 Has a rounded point 70 for lingerie nylon jersey 80 for T shirt 90 for sweatshirt fleece Stretch 70 90 A stretch needle has a more rounded point and a blue anti cling coating which helps to prevent skipped stitches in knits and elastic Sometimes used on Ultrasuede vinyl and plastic Universal 60 90 A compromise between a sharp and a ballpoint needle can be used on both wovens and knits 6
62. information in your owner s manual for information about the stitch formation and correcting any stitch irregularities Make any necessary tension adjust ments and serge another row of stitching Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 124 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Chain Stitch Seam Sample Chain Stitch 009DCC 4300DC 2500DECT 3 5 Left Needle 4 5 Needles n a Right Needle n a Tension M Chain Looper MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 125 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Attaching Binding glo pre quilted fabric 3 x 6 A re rere ue ia LANE 20 length of wide prefolded bias binding INGO Gi REINES 80 12 Universal Jo 2 or 3 cones serger thread Presser FOO id ers standard or Coverstitch JA PA chainstitch or coverstitch Cover Stitch Option Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for cover stitch Wrap the bias binding around one 6 side of the quilted fabric secure in place with 505 temporary spray adhesive Place the fabric under the needles with the unstitched edge of the binding even with the inside of the left floating toe with the quilted fabric to the left Coverstitch the bindin
63. ions slightly and increase stitch length to 4mm Return all settings to normal MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 52 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Gathering Attachment Fabric to Fabric Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 53 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Gathering Attachment With Elasticator axe 0 Cr mediumweight cotton 3 x 18 12 length of 72 nylon or cotton braid elastic Needless soc en Loc MU EL Et 80 12 Universal iio Er PTT 4 cones serger thread Presser FOOL niece inocentes Elasticator ilg c Gathering Attachment UICN RR EE 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Set tensions for a balanced 4 thread overlock Attach the Gathering Attachment to the serger Adjust the differential feed dial to 2 Attach the Elasticator Foot Raise the presser foot and insert the 18 strip of fabric under the Gathering Attachment Sew several stitches until the fabric is under the needles Turn the handwheel to lower the
64. l thread the serger for a 3 thread narrow seam right needle Adjust settings as indicated Adjust cutting width to 1 5mm Adjust stitch length to 1 75mm normal Pull the rolled edge lever toward you out from the machine Fold the fabric in half to 272 x 6 Serge along the folded edge of the fabric Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 68 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Three Thread Narrow Seam Sample Balanced 3 Thread Narrow Seam Upper Looper Cutting Width ssuse 1 5 Lower Looper Stitch Length oc itte 1 7mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 69 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Turning Tubes FADO PE tricot 2 x 6 NIIT PT 75 11 Stretch or Ballpoint Notes gt i o c E 3 cones serger thread Presser FOOL nc nei eco tame i pepe MIR SERES ien standard c TC MHH narrow 3 thread overlock Set the serger for a narrow 3 thread overlock stitch right needle Adjust settings as indicated for a balanced stitch Adjust stitch length to 1 5mm Serge a thread chain several inches longer than the fabric Fold the fabric
65. ld Examine the sample The looper threads do not lock on the edge of the fabric The upper looper thread is pulled tightly to the back of the stitch The left needle thread may be pulled to the back of the stitch Trim label and mount the sample Lower Looper Decreased Tension Change the lower looper thread tension lever to 2 to decrease the tension on the looper thread Serge the second piece of folded fabric cutting off the fold Examine the sample The looper threads do not lock on the edge of the fabric The lower looper thread is visible on the face of the fabric The looper threads are very loose Label trim and mount the sample Return the thread tension levers to normal MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 12 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Adjusting Tensions Samples ATE LLE h FAL LLL TS Decreased lower fooper tension Increased lower fooper tension 5 ayy Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length ossa 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 13 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Adjusting Tensions continued Upper Looper Increased Tension
66. le to see how cutting width affects the balance of the overlock stitch MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 20 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Cutting Width Adjustment Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Egnglhi u iei 2 Pa Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 21 2003 BERNINAO of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Differential Feed Fabrics that Stretch Fai 3 pieces of ribbing each 5 wide x 2 long A A ee 80 12 Universal co 4 cones of serger thread yellow red green blue Presser Fool oni aes esa ie UD ED DIE standard A PH 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Fine tune the tensions for a balanced overlock stitch Set the cutting width as needed and set the stitch length to 2 5mm With differential set at N serge two of the ribbing pieces together along one 5 edge If the fabric is stretchy enough you will have a wavy edge Adjust the differential to 2 0 Stitching along the 5 side serge the remaining ribbing to the other side of the piece trimming slightly With differential at a higher setting the wavy edge should
67. lock Narrow Overlock Seam Finish Inside Corners 3 Thread Narrow Seam Turning Tubes ONOOaABBRWDND 3 Thread Flatlock 9 Narrow 3 Thread Flatlock 10 Blindstitch Foot Blind Hem 11 Blindstitch Foot Hand Picked or Drapery Blind Hem 12 Blindstitch Foot Decorative Tucks 13 Blindstitch Foot Joining Lace to Lace 3 Thread Rolled Hem 14 3 Thread Rolled Hem 15 Cording Foot Bias Ruffle 16 Cording Foot Wire Edged Fabric Optional Presser Feet amp Accessories used in this unit Blindstitch Foot Adjustable guide for aligning stitches Cording Foot Guides for small cord wire fishline This class is formatted for owners of the following models of BERNINA overlock machines 700 D 800 DL 1100D 1100DA 1200DA 1300DC 2500DCET MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 57 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Wide Three Thread Overlock Seam A mediumweight wool 5 x 6 WII 80 12 Universal Notes Dico IT TEN 3 cones serger thread Presser EOOL ntes ee dsc standard SUC cesses atten ERES wide 3 thread overlock Using the small screwdriver and brush needle insertion tool remove the right needle Note If necessary insert left needle before removing right needle Snug the needle set screw after removing the needle Following the diagrams in your owner s manual thread the ser
68. n fishing line 15 204 test 24 Mic M 80 12 Universal liio cecal seats cre oO 2 cones serger thread Md iM Ite M mE 1 cone YLI Woolly Nylon Presser FOOL e EASi NEn Cording A H 3 thread rolled edge Set the serger for a 3 thread rolled edge right needle with Woolly Nylon in the upper looper Adjust settings as directed in your owner s manual Pull the rolled hem lever towards you Adjust the stitch length to 1 75mm Set cutting width at 1 5 Attach the Cording Foot Following the directions in the instruction leaflet for the Cording Foot insert the nylon fishing line through the guide Place the fabric under the presser foot and serge along one 18 edge stretching the fabric edge as you sew Return stitch length and thread tension levers to normal Return the rolled hem lever to normal sewing position Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 84 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Cording Foot Bias Ruffle Sample 3 Thread Rolled Edge Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 1 75mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 85 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only t
69. n into place layer the remaining 4 fabrics as follows muslin to muslin right sides together print to print right sides together batting on top Serge through all 6 layers Open the last 3 layers press Add the last section to the top edge of the 3 paneled quilt Layer the 577 fabrics as follows muslin to muslin right sides together print to print right sides together batting on top Serge open the layers to the top of the square and press Trim and mount the sample on the following page MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 46 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Reversible Piecing Sample SAN ON Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 47 2003 BERNINAO of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Elasticator FADO uno mediumweight cotton 3 x 12 12 length of 72 nylon or cotton braid elastic Notes le 2 75 11 Stretch or Ballpoint Hcc 2 cones serger thread ER 2 cones YLI Woolly Nylon Presser goo EL Elasticator jiener TET 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Set t
70. needles This also lowers the feed dog Decrease the presser foot pressure Raise the roller guide and insert the elastic into the slot at the front of the presser foot Lower the presser foot and take a few stitches into the elastic As you serge slowly tighten the pressure adjustment set screw to increase the pressure on the roller and stretch the elastic Note Do not over tighten the screw Excessive pressure on the elastic will bind the fabric Serge the elastic onto the fabric letting the presser foot stretch the elastic Trim and mount the sample Return all settings to normal MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 54 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Gathering Attachment With Elasticator Sample AURA TN Bo LUN SENE AM LOA SSE Ag Li i Apu y NN o me a Dd I H P4 ONDE A VITRE b j m ii y TR Hl ye I NN IA yey l IT AAA TES LAETI IT i y j J j Fd ES j Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 29 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers
71. nen enne ncn nana Blindstitch ellc o narrow 3 thread flatlock Set the serger for a narrow 3 thread flatlock stitch right needle Set needle thread tensions as directed in the instruction leaflet for the Blindstitch Foot Adjust the stitch length to 4mm Attach the Blindstitch Foot Following the instructions in the leaflet for the Blindstitch Foot fold the fabric for a 172 blind hem and place the fabric under the foot Adjust the fabric guide so that the needle just catches the fold in the stitching Serge the hem keeping the fold of the fabric against the guide Press the hem Trim and mount the sample MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 74 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Blindstitch Foot Blind Hem Sample 3 Thread Flatlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 75 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Blindstitch Foot Hand Picked or Drapery Blind Hem izle ERR RTT mediumweight fabric 5 x 6 A tans eie eir 80 12 Universal Jio ka 3 cones serger thread PPresser FOOL misa ic Blindstitch A AA narrow 3 thread flatlock Set the se
72. o Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Cording Foot Wire Edged Fabric FADO eam Rie I mediumweight fabric 3 x 18 Notes gt Pe 28 gauge floral wire two 24 lengths A 80 12 Universal TSA AAA E e 2 cones serger thread nM 1 cone YLI Woolly Nylon Presser FOOU AA aa aeaa ain Cording 1 AA 3 thread rolled edge Set the serger for a 3 thread rolled edge right needle with Woolly Nylon in the upper looper Adjust settings as indicated Pull the rolled hem lever towards you Adjust the stitch length to 1 75mm Set cutting width at 1 5 Attach the Cording Foot Following the direction in the instruction leaflet for the Cording Foot insert the wire through the guides Place the fabric under the presser foot and serge along one 18 edge feeding the wire through the foot as you serge Use wire cutters to cut the wire Do not use the serger knives Repeat for the other 18 edge of the fabric Return stitch length and thread tension levers to normal Return the rolled hem lever to normal sewing position Secure the thread tails with a seam sealant When the sealant is dry cut the thread tails Use wire cutters to trim the wire if needed Tie the wired fabric into a bow Trim and mount the sample MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 86 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BER
73. o copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Multi Purpose Foot with the Gathering Attachment Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 107 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Multi Purpose Foot Attaching Pre Strung Beads lou RERO mediumweight 4 x 8 Other eueeeussss 10 length of 4mm plastic pre strung beads NeedlB i9 orate iaa 80 12 Universal i o H A 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot suueuesssss Multi Purpose Foot with Guide ciiam narrow 3 thread flatlock right needle Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a narrow 3 thread flatlock stitch using the right needle Adjust settings as indicated Set stitch length to 4mm Attach the Multi Purpose Foot no guide following the directions in the instruction leaflet for the Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Lay the pre strung beads in the groove on the top of the foot threading them under the back groove see instruction leaflet for the
74. ock Sample AAA com Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 11 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Adjusting Tensions Fals de a AAs 6 pieces firm fabric each 3 x 6 eeectetees 1 piece of lightweight cotton 3 x 4 Notes gt Needle coincidan 80 12 Universal Ti ur ais 4 cones of serger thread dha Mis A A e EX arce XR Eu ER cd yellow red green blue Prosser EOO0L APA o P etetietente bist eletiat distet cds bess ls standard A tese M LI O A deii Tore eet 4 thread overlock Lower Looper Increased Tension Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger Fold each piece of the firm fabric to 172 x 4 and set aside Locate the thread tension levers on the front of the serger From left to right these levers adjust tension for the Left Needle Right Needle Upper Looper and the Lower Looper Adjust the lower looper thread tension lever to 7 to increase the tension on the looper thread Place the first piece of folded fabric under the presser foot with the fold to the right and serge to the end of the fabric cutting off the fo
75. ooper Stitch Length A 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 63 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Narrow Three Thread Overlock zc cp M lightweight fabric 5 x 6 Needle RE Ide Ere 80 12 Universal Notes inc A a a 3 cones serger thread Prosser FOOL eoi Poe standard MULCH sire eee cs hides shoes A hse narrow 3 thread overlock Using the small screwdriver and brush needle insertion tool loosen the right needle screw and insert the right needle Hint Place the point of the needle directly above the right needle space of the presser foot then lift the needle up to place the shank in the correct hole Snug right needle screw Remove the left needle Snug the needle set screw after removing the left needle Following the diagrams in your owner s manual thread the serger for a narrow 3 thread overlock stitch Adjust all settings for a balanced stitch Adjust cutting width to 2mm normal Adjust stitch length to 2 5mm normal Fold the fabric in half to 272 x 6 Serge along the folded edge of the fabric Trim and mount the sample MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 64 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA S
76. oper Stitch Length acia 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 17 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Stitch Length Adjustment g leodcme A E firm fabric 6 x 6 MIIII 80 12 Universal A E e E a 4 cones of serger thread e yellow red green blue Presser FOO odo es coat Dio standard SA 4 thread overlock Fold fabric in half to 3 x 6 Using a fabric marker divide the fabric into four equal sections along the folded edge Thread the serger for a four thread overlock stitch Fine tune the settings as needed Set the cutting width and the differential at their normal settings Adjust the stitch length to 4mm Serge to the first mark along the folded edge trimming the fold slightly Adjust the stitch length to 3mm and serge to the second mark Adjust the stitch length to 2mm and serge to the third mark Adjust the stitch length to 1mm and serge to the end Mark the stitch length settings on the fabric sample Trim and mount the sample Return stitch length to its normal setting 2 5mm MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 18 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Stitch Length Adjus
77. re their favorites Learn to use your BERNINA serger to My BERNINA overlock machine its full extent and enjoy being creative model is with fabric and thread purchased it on at MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 4 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Presser Feet amp Accessories BERNINA Presser Feet are precision engineered for specific functions are in some cases modeled after commercial feet used in factories to increase speed and production with professional looking results do the job intended in relation to all types of sewing ex garment making quilting home dec etc are supported by the best and most complete educational materials in the industry such as the Serging Technique Reference Guide Feetures and the BERNINA website at www berninausa com Additional Presser Feet amp Accessories Available for BERNINA Sergers Blindhem Foot Cording Foot Elasticator Gathering Attachment Multi Purpose Foot with Guide e Standard Foot with Tape Guide Attachment Base Deco Thread Guide Looper Needle Threader Left Seam Guide Right Seam Guide Upper Looper Converter Waste Collector e Serger Technique Reference Book Serging Made Easy Feet ures Volume 2 Unit M e Sophie Serges for Kids MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15
78. rger for a narrow 3 thread flatlock stitch right needle Set needle thread tension levers as directed in the instruction leaflet for the Blindstitch Foot Adjust the stitch length to 3 5mm Attach the Blindstitch Foot Turn up a double folded 1 hem Fold the remaining fabric under so that no fabric extends beyond the upper edge of the hem rest against the guide Adjust the fabric guide so that the needle just catches the fold in the stitching Serge the hem keeping the fold of the fabric against the guide Press the hem Place the fabric under the presser foot The fold of the fabric should Trim and mount the sample i MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 76 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Hand Picked or Drapery Blind Hem Sample 3 Thread Flatlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTerRING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 a 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Blindstitch Foot Decorative Tucks gencre E SA batiste 5 x 6 Notes NIIT 70 10 Sharp or Micro
79. sal liom 4 cones of serger thread a yellow red green blue Presser FOO irte lactato standard A PO 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using thread colors to match the color coded threading path on the serger Adjust all thread tension settings as indicated Fold the fabric in half to 3 x 6 To begin stitching lift the front of the presser foot with your right thumb and slide the fabric under the presser foot Release the tip of the presser foot and begin serging Serge to the end of the fabric Continue stitching off the fabric until you have a 3 4 thread chain Cut thread chain Examine the serger stitch formation and compare it to the balanced stitch graphic on page of your Owner s manual Read the information under Adjusting the Thread Tension on page of the Owner s manual for information about the stitch formation and correcting any stitch irregularities Make any necessary tension adjustments and serge another row of stitching Trim and mount the sample Record your serger s personal tension settings for a balanced overlock in the chart below Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Lower Looper Left Needle Right Needle MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 10 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Balanced 4 Thread Overl
80. serge Fold the fabric in half wrong sides together to 2 x 6 Optional Attach the Right Seam Guide to the serger 700D and 800DL will require the Attachment Base Move the Right Seam Guide halfway between the needle and the stitch finger Place the fold under the presser foot Guide the fabric halfway between the left needle and the right edge of the stitch finger or against the Right Seam Guide Slowly serge the fabric The looper threads will extend beyond the fabric on the right side of fold Gently pull the fabric flat Return stitch length and thread tension levers to their normal settings Trim and mount the sample MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 72 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Narrow Three Thread Flatlock Sample 3 Thread Flatlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 73 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Blindstitch Foot Blind Hem gl cotton jersey 5 x 6 Needle cec ew oeste o 80 12 Universal Notes gt Thread EUH RATER TT 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot eessssssesssseeeeenenenemnennn nen
81. size Q Microtex size size LJ Universal size _ size 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Class 4 Miscellaneous Techniques Class Overview Installing the Upper Looper Converter 2 Thread Adapter Specialty Stitches using Upper Looper Converter 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch Attaching Elastic Wide 2 Thread Flatlock Serging with Heavy Decorative Threads 2 Thread Rolled Hem 2 Thread Wrapped Edge Oak WNDNM Multi Purpose Foot with Guide 7 Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Corded Piping 8 Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Creating amp Attaching Corded Piping 9 Multi Purpose Foot with the Gathering Attachment 10 Multi Purpose Foot Attaching Pre Strung Beads Optional Presser Feet amp Accessories used in this unit Multi Purpose Foot with Guide Two grooves for guiding cord sequins beads etc Gathering Attachment For gathering one layer or gathering to a flat piece Attachment Base 700D and 800DL only Needed to attach some accessories to serger Seam Guides Right Seam Guide This class is formatted for owners of Multi Purpose Foot Guide the following models of BERNINA overlock machines e 700 D 800 DL 1100D 1100DA 1200DA 1300DC 2500DCET MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 89 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy
82. stitch quality Left twist resists rolling and makes a larger loop for the hook point to enter reducing skipped stitches MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 8 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Thread Wearable art embellishment has necessitated the creation and mar keting of many new thread types such as rayons and metallics Threads made in West Germany are left twist threads Mettler and Isacord threads are also left twist To test the twist of a thread while holding the spool in the left hand roll the strand of thread towards you with one thumb Left twist will tighten right twist will loosen Fiber refers to the type of material used to produce the thread Some commonly used threads Polyester Overlock Thread such as Mettler Metrocor Thinner than regular sewing thread eliminating bulk in serger stitch formations An excellent all purpose serger thread e Texturized Nylon Thread such as YLI Woolly Nylon and Mettler Metroflock A very elastic thread with excellent coverage perfect for rolled edges and knit seams Available in solid and variegated colors and metallics Polyester Topstitching Thread such as YLI Jeans Stitch amp Mettler Cordonnet this heavy thread is used for decorative stitching such as flatlocked seams and overcast edges Also nice for cover and chain stitching
83. tea te e NANANA NAR AARNE dit sti 58 3 Thread Flatlock ooooococccnncccnoccccnccnnnaccnnnananonaccn nan cnn cnn cnn nono na nana na rca nnn nnns 72 Blindstitch FOOL iei ii ds 74 3 Thread Rolled Hem ii e e tectus 82 vios pss PET T aia Ra ETE EU 84 Product Reference LiSt oooccconnnccncnccnncnonnnccnnan nono nono nanc conan nono nana nan cana nennen 88 Class 4 Miscellaneous Techniques 89 3 Thread Super Stretch Stitch oooooooooococccccccccnncnncnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnoninonininininnnns 90 2 TIhread Elauloekesse eee LIC Nro 94 2 Thread Rolled Hem unc ticas 98 2 Thread Wrapped Edge cocccccccccocicocinocincconncnnnnnnnnnn ono nono ono nono o nn nn nnnnnnnnnnnnnos 100 Multi Purpose Foot with Guide cccccccccccccicccccocicocinnncnnnnnnnnnnrrnr nn nnnnnnnos 102 Product Reference List iot o DE 110 Class 5 Cover amp Chain eco tomen ea 111 eroe 112 CRAIN Sth mistral 124 Combination Stitches 1300 only isis 130 Product Reference LSE sdscccacetcctecasseteacncessaaneldaagenasattacdteaaas taasadeecaetelaaaseseancn 134 MAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers BERNINA Sergers Class 1 Mastering Your BERNINA General Information Class Overview Machine Overview Parts of the serger Setting up the serger Serger Accessories Tweezers Lower Looper Threader 7
84. tex ico e 3 cones serger thread Presser Foot eessesesessseeeeenenenennenn nene enen enne ener ann nan Blindstitch Jn aL ELM E narrow 3 thread overlock Set the serger for a narrow 3 thread overlock stitch right needle Adjust settings as indicated Pull the rolled hem lever towards you Adjust the stitch length to 1 5mm Attach the Blindstitch Foot Move the fabric guide just to the left of the knife line on the stitch plate Stiffen the batiste with spray starch or fabric stiffener Mark three lines 1 apart across the fabric Fold the fabric wrong sides together along one marked line and place the fabric under the presser foot with the fold against the guide Serge the tuck repeat for the two remaining marked lines Return the rolled hem lever to the normal serging position Trim and mount the sample MaAsTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 78 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Blindstitch Foot Decorative Tucks Sample 3 Thread Overlock Narrow Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length scanners 1 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 79 2003 BERNINAQ of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Blindstitch
85. tment Sample 4mm 3mm 2mm 1mm NWN PALATE Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Egnglhi u iei 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 19 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Cutting Width Adjustment g leweme tec firm fabric 6 x 6 Needle eA eee 80 12 Universal Notes gt t a 4 cones of serger thread TO yellow red green blue Presser Foot ui ios standard OMIC ES A E A TM 4 thread overlock Fold the fabric in half to 3 x 6 Divide and mark the fabric into three equal sections along the folded edge Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch Fine tune the tensions for a balanced overlock stitch 3 5 Rotate the upper knife up Adjust cutting width to 3 Rotate the upper knife down into cutting position Serge to the first mark on the fabric stopping when the knife edge is on the mark Adjust cutting width to 2mm and serge to the second mark Adjust the cutting width to 1mm and serge to the end of the fabric Mark the cutting width settings on the sample Rotate the upper knife up Return the cutting width to its normal setting 2mm Rotate the upper knife down into cutting position Compare the cutting width sample to the balanced 4 thread samp
86. ttachment up against the needles The fabric is lying against the stitch plate Lower the presser foot and serge to the first mark Adjust the stitch length to 4mm and serge to the second mark Increase the tension on both needles to 7 Serge to the end of the fabric Mark the sample with Differential Feed with Differential Feed amp SL4 with Differential Feed SL4 and tightened needle tensions Gathers Plus Mount the sample on the following page For even more gathers tighten needle tensions slightly and increase stitch length to 4mm Return all settings to normal The attachment base can remain on the machine MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 50 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Gathering Attachment Gathering Fabric Sample Differential feed 2 0 SORORE AN Differential feed 2 0 Stitch length 24 Differential feed 2 0 Stitch length 24 Needle tensions tightened Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 5mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTeRING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 51 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Gathering Attachment Gathering Fabric to Fabric ee ee
87. tting Trim and mount the sample Record settings in chart below MasrERING YouRBERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 36 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Seaming Knits Presser Foot Pressure Sample Balanced 4 Thread Overlock Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length 2 mm Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING Your BERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 37 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Seaming Knit Fabrics Differential Feed gud 2 pieces cotton single knit jersey M each 3 x 6 with stretch across 3 side CA 75 11 Stretch or Ballpoint TSA sia aio 2 cones of serger thread A fos tint eee idee 2 cones YLI Woolly Nylon Presser FOOU uri ties iine veta gi bd raa uia LER Pas iets tah standard IM RECONNUS 4 thread overlock Thread the serger for a 4 thread overlock stitch using regular serger thread in the needles and Woolly Nylon in the loopers Set all thread tensions at usual 4 thread overlock settings Using a fabric marker divide the fabric in half along a 6 side With right sides together and a 74 seam allowance serge to the mark on the fabric Without removing the fabric from under the presser foot notice the
88. ven stitches tangled threads hiccups and other imperfections always sew slowly when working with decorative threads MasrERING Your BERNINA Sercer 2 15 03 96 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering Your BERNINA BERNINA Sergers Serging with Decorative Threads Sample Pearl Crown Rayon 2 Thread Flatlock Wide Upper Looper Cutting Width Lower Looper Stitch Length Left Needle Differential Feed Right Needle Rolled Edge Lever MasTERING YouRBERNINA Sercers 2 15 03 97 2003 BERNINA of America Inc Permission to copy granted only to Authorized BERNINA Dealers Mastering BERNINA Sergers Your BERNINA Two Thread Rolled Hem lee me CEN batiste 4 x 6 Needle cireni aa ae i mmm 70 10 Sharp or Microtex A 2 cones lightweight serger thread Presser Foot sese eene standard cite pe 2 thread rolled edge right needle Attach the 2 thread adapter upper looper converter to the upper looper Note This is an optional accessory for the 700D Following the instructions in your owner s manual thread the serger for a 2 thread flatlock stitch Adjust settings as directed Pull the rolled hem lever towards you Adjust the stitch length to 1 75mm Set cutting width at 2mm normal Place the fabric under the presser foot and serge along one 6 edge trimming about s from the raw edge

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