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.... 2 Safety instructions Important safety instructions When using this sewing computer. The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage. DANGER To reduce the risk of experience and knowledge, unless they do not play with any opening on the sewing computer. 7. Use the sewing computer only for purposes as contained in this manual. 2. This sewing computer is not working properly - Never drop or insert any objects into...
.... 2 Safety instructions Important safety instructions When using this sewing computer. The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage. DANGER To reduce the risk of experience and knowledge, unless they do not play with any opening on the sewing computer. 7. Use the sewing computer only for purposes as contained in this manual. 2. This sewing computer is not working properly - Never drop or insert any objects into...
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...6 Needle clamp with fixation 26 Power plug socket screw 27 Drop feed-dog 7 Needle Threader 28 Foot control socket 8 Thread guide 9 Reverse button 29 Spool pin (vertical, collapsible) 29 10 Thread take up cover 30 Carrying handle 11 Thread path 31 Horizontal spool pin 12 Bobbin pre-tension 32 Rear thread guide 13 Thread tension adjustment 33 Accessory box connection 14 LCD display 34 Presser foot lifter (manual) 15 Needle stop up/down 35 Thread cutter 16 1/2 motor speed 17 Bobbin winder 18 Stitch width button 19 Needle position button 31...
...6 Needle clamp with fixation 26 Power plug socket screw 27 Drop feed-dog 7 Needle Threader 28 Foot control socket 8 Thread guide 9 Reverse button 29 Spool pin (vertical, collapsible) 29 10 Thread take up cover 30 Carrying handle 11 Thread path 31 Horizontal spool pin 12 Bobbin pre-tension 32 Rear thread guide 13 Thread tension adjustment 33 Accessory box connection 14 LCD display 34 Presser foot lifter (manual) 15 Needle stop up/down 35 Thread cutter 16 1/2 motor speed 17 Bobbin winder 18 Stitch width button 19 Needle position button 31...
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... only) Use only foot controller type SR-1 with the power switch. To red uce the risk of 130/705H needles • Seam ripper • Lint brush • 3 spool discs • Foam pad • Oiler • Foot control • Power cable • Angular Torx button • Warranty card The foot control regulates the sewing speed Sewing speed is adjusted by applying more or less pressure to fit in the bobbin case) • Presser feet shaft...
... only) Use only foot controller type SR-1 with the power switch. To red uce the risk of 130/705H needles • Seam ripper • Lint brush • 3 spool discs • Foam pad • Oiler • Foot control • Power cable • Angular Torx button • Warranty card The foot control regulates the sewing speed Sewing speed is adjusted by applying more or less pressure to fit in the bobbin case) • Presser feet shaft...
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... thread two to three times around the empty bobbin and cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter • press the engaging lever against the bobbin • press the foot control • the motor will stop automatically when the bobbin is full • remove the bobbin Thread cutter • cut the thread on the thread cutter Note: When winding the bobbin on the vertical spool holder (p. 15), it may be necessary to adjust the speed...
... thread two to three times around the empty bobbin and cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter • press the engaging lever against the bobbin • press the foot control • the motor will stop automatically when the bobbin is full • remove the bobbin Thread cutter • cut the thread on the thread cutter Note: When winding the bobbin on the vertical spool holder (p. 15), it may be necessary to adjust the speed...
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... to start sewing. Bobbin case Setting up the sewing computer 13 A To remove the bobbin case • raise the needle • turn power switch to «0» • open the bobbin cover • grasp the latch of the bobbin case • remove case To insert the bobbin case • hold the bobbin case latch • the finger on the case should point upwards • insert so that it clicks into place Bobbin thread cutter • insert the bobbin case •...
... to start sewing. Bobbin case Setting up the sewing computer 13 A To remove the bobbin case • raise the needle • turn power switch to «0» • open the bobbin cover • grasp the latch of the bobbin case • remove case To insert the bobbin case • hold the bobbin case latch • the finger on the case should point upwards • insert so that it clicks into place Bobbin thread cutter • insert the bobbin case •...
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... Setting up the sewing computer Inserting the bobbin Insert the bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise. Changing the needle Pull the thread to the safety instruction! The bobbin must turn power switch to «0» • lower the presser foot • loosen the needle clamp screw • pull the needle down to remove Inserting the needle • flat side of the spring. it lies in the T-shaped slit at the end of needle...
... Setting up the sewing computer Inserting the bobbin Insert the bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise. Changing the needle Pull the thread to the safety instruction! The bobbin must turn power switch to «0» • lower the presser foot • loosen the needle clamp screw • pull the needle down to remove Inserting the needle • flat side of the spring. it lies in the T-shaped slit at the end of needle...
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double A needle work • raise the pin until it clicks into position Please refer to the safety instruction! Supplementary spool pin Collapsible vertical spool pin • found on the shaft to release the sole Attaching the presser foot sole • place the presser foot sole under the shaft so that the peg sits under the opening of the sewing computer behind the handwheel • essential aid for stability...
double A needle work • raise the pin until it clicks into position Please refer to the safety instruction! Supplementary spool pin Collapsible vertical spool pin • found on the shaft to release the sole Attaching the presser foot sole • place the presser foot sole under the shaft so that the peg sits under the opening of the sewing computer behind the handwheel • essential aid for stability...
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... over the cutter • the threads release as soon as the first stitch is sewn taneously guide the thread around hook B to the right to the needle Thread in front of needle • p ut the thread from the front into the guide until it catches in hook • raise the needle • lower the presser foot • lay the thread behind hook B and hold lightly Lever down • press lever A down...
... over the cutter • the threads release as soon as the first stitch is sewn taneously guide the thread around hook B to the right to the needle Thread in front of needle • p ut the thread from the front into the guide until it catches in hook • raise the needle • lower the presser foot • lay the thread behind hook B and hold lightly Lever down • press lever A down...
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...; needle insertion point is determined by one step. The fabric moves under the foot quite slowly, even at full sewing speed. tonholes, etc. • the diagonal markings are useful for quilting • the vertical measurements correspond to guide the fabric for sewing seams and precise topstitching, etc. • the horizontal markings are helpful for free-hand sewing or dar- Buttonholes are also short. ning Feed-dog and stitch length...
...; needle insertion point is determined by one step. The fabric moves under the foot quite slowly, even at full sewing speed. tonholes, etc. • the diagonal markings are useful for quilting • the vertical measurements correspond to guide the fabric for sewing seams and precise topstitching, etc. • the horizontal markings are helpful for free-hand sewing or dar- Buttonholes are also short. ning Feed-dog and stitch length...
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If other sewing or embroidery threads are used to set for special sewing work, the tension can be adjusted to suit the fabric The tension is factory set both the upper and lower thread tension. Metrosene 100/2 (Arova Mettler, Switzerland) is used , the tension may need adjusting for normal sewing work • for the best results. Perfect stitch formation • the stitch formation is in line with the marking A • the tension does not need adjusting to suit...
If other sewing or embroidery threads are used to set for special sewing work, the tension can be adjusted to suit the fabric The tension is factory set both the upper and lower thread tension. Metrosene 100/2 (Arova Mettler, Switzerland) is used , the tension may need adjusting for normal sewing work • for the best results. Perfect stitch formation • the stitch formation is in line with the marking A • the tension does not need adjusting to suit...
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... the normal setting once sewing is completed. Applications: Practical stitches, e.g. Normal position Denser stitch formation (shorter stitch length) Finer stitch formation (longer stitch length) Note: If the balance has been adjusted, return it to suit the fabric and produce perfect results. Honeycomb stitch on jersey, buttonholes, etc. 20 Operating instructions Balance Your sewing computer has been tested and factory set using a double layer of cretonne fabric and Metrosene 100/2 threads (Arova...
... the normal setting once sewing is completed. Applications: Practical stitches, e.g. Normal position Denser stitch formation (shorter stitch length) Finer stitch formation (longer stitch length) Note: If the balance has been adjusted, return it to suit the fabric and produce perfect results. Honeycomb stitch on jersey, buttonholes, etc. 20 Operating instructions Balance Your sewing computer has been tested and factory set using a double layer of cretonne fabric and Metrosene 100/2 threads (Arova...
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...; zig-zag • select another stitch, e.g. stitch number and basic width and length settings appear on the LCD display Operating instructions 21 Altered Stitch Memory • any stitch length or width alterations will be saved automatically For example: • sew altered stitch, e.g. LCD Display 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 5.5 3 4 5 6 5 4 3 2 17 20 The LCD display shows 1 stitch width, basic setting blinks constantly 2 stitch length, basic setting blinks constantly 3 needle position (9 positions) 4 needle stop up/down 5 stitch number 6 recommended foot for selected stitch 7 satin stitch...
...; zig-zag • select another stitch, e.g. stitch number and basic width and length settings appear on the LCD display Operating instructions 21 Altered Stitch Memory • any stitch length or width alterations will be saved automatically For example: • sew altered stitch, e.g. LCD Display 1 0 1 2 3 4 5 5.5 3 4 5 6 5 4 3 2 17 20 The LCD display shows 1 stitch width, basic setting blinks constantly 2 stitch length, basic setting blinks constantly 3 needle position (9 positions) 4 needle stop up/down 5 stitch number 6 recommended foot for selected stitch 7 satin stitch...
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... Note: Press button a bit longer = the needle will go automatically up or down • 1/2 motor speed • when buttonhole is released (max. stitch length 3 mm) Applications: • programming buttonholes • programming darning program • manual securing (seam begin and end) continous reverse: • press button quickly twice • the sewing computer sews the chosen stitch in reverse • press button once to cancel 1/2 motor speed • press the button and the sewing speed will be...
... Note: Press button a bit longer = the needle will go automatically up or down • 1/2 motor speed • when buttonhole is released (max. stitch length 3 mm) Applications: • programming buttonholes • programming darning program • manual securing (seam begin and end) continous reverse: • press button quickly twice • the sewing computer sews the chosen stitch in reverse • press button once to cancel 1/2 motor speed • press the button and the sewing speed will be...
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.... 5 • set to right needle position to stitch along upper edge Zig-zag stitch No. 2 A Fabric edges finished with zig-zag stitch B Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch length C Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch width Use reverse pattern sole No. 1 Zig-zag stitch • for all fabrics • for neatening edges • for decorative work Satin stitch • dense (shorter) zig-zag stitch = filled in zig-zag • adjust stitch width as you sew for fine fabrics the edge should lie flat and not roll • use darning thread for new effects Oversewing...
.... 5 • set to right needle position to stitch along upper edge Zig-zag stitch No. 2 A Fabric edges finished with zig-zag stitch B Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch length C Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch width Use reverse pattern sole No. 1 Zig-zag stitch • for all fabrics • for neatening edges • for decorative work Satin stitch • dense (shorter) zig-zag stitch = filled in zig-zag • adjust stitch width as you sew for fine fabrics the edge should lie flat and not roll • use darning thread for new effects Oversewing...
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... necessary Balance/corrections bring stitch together open out stitch Note: After sewing return balance to the teeth Use zipper sole No. 4 Preparation • baste in zipper • fabric edges should meet over the center of the zipper • needle position far right or far left • the edge of the foot runs along the teeth of the zipper • the needle inserts close to the normal setting!
... necessary Balance/corrections bring stitch together open out stitch Note: After sewing return balance to the teeth Use zipper sole No. 4 Preparation • baste in zipper • fabric edges should meet over the center of the zipper • needle position far right or far left • the edge of the foot runs along the teeth of the zipper • the needle inserts close to the normal setting!
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... the quick reverse button: length is a little higher • mark the buttonhole length in the appropriate position Test sewing • test on the display) • insert the lower thread in the same grain direction (with or against) • cut the buttonhole open • push the button through and adjust length if necessary Manual buttonholes are particularly suitable for single buttonholes, for repairing existing buttonholes or to use • sew buttonholes in the finger of the bobbin case = thread tension...
... the quick reverse button: length is a little higher • mark the buttonhole length in the appropriate position Test sewing • test on the display) • insert the lower thread in the same grain direction (with or against) • cut the buttonhole open • push the button through and adjust length if necessary Manual buttonholes are particularly suitable for single buttonholes, for repairing existing buttonholes or to use • sew buttonholes in the finger of the bobbin case = thread tension...
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... with damaged needles. Thick threads, synthetic mercerised • • thread Needle inappropriate Buttonhole thread for thread for decorative • • If the needle is suitable for thread When sewing, the thread runs in perfect condition. The table shows which needle is too fine, the seams (cordonnet) groove will be in the long groove on the needle. The finer the needle, the lower the number. bent needle blunt needle hooked needle Needle 70 80...
... with damaged needles. Thick threads, synthetic mercerised • • thread Needle inappropriate Buttonhole thread for thread for decorative • • If the needle is suitable for thread When sewing, the thread runs in perfect condition. The table shows which needle is too fine, the seams (cordonnet) groove will be in the long groove on the needle. The finer the needle, the lower the number. bent needle blunt needle hooked needle Needle 70 80...
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... cover and secure with the locking lever, the locking pin must engage • check by turning the handwheel • insert the bobbin case Lubricating • squeeze 1-2 drops of solvent to a warm room about one hour before cleaning and servicing Cleaning the hook • turn power switch to «0» (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet • remove presser foot and needle • open the free-arm cover • press the stitch plate...
... cover and secure with the locking lever, the locking pin must engage • check by turning the handwheel • insert the bobbin case Lubricating • squeeze 1-2 drops of solvent to a warm room about one hour before cleaning and servicing Cleaning the hook • turn power switch to «0» (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet • remove presser foot and needle • open the free-arm cover • press the stitch plate...
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... needles should be purchased from your BERNINA dealer. Check upper and lower threads. • Use the correct spool disc. Take your sewing computer to run or runs slowly • Plug not properly inserted. • Power switch in off position. • Sewing computer has been standing in the bobbin case finger. • Sewing computer threaded with the needle still in the case or if remnants or lint need removing Lower thread breaks • The lower thread tension...
... needles should be purchased from your BERNINA dealer. Check upper and lower threads. • Use the correct spool disc. Take your sewing computer to run or runs slowly • Plug not properly inserted. • Power switch in off position. • Sewing computer has been standing in the bobbin case finger. • Sewing computer threaded with the needle still in the case or if remnants or lint need removing Lower thread breaks • The lower thread tension...
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...A Accessories Accessory case Altered stitch memory 8-11 8 21 B Balance Blind stitch Bobbin Bobbin case Bobbin thread cutter Buttonhole 20, 28, 30 23, 26 12-14 13 12, 13 29, 30 C Changing the presser foot sole 15 Changing the needle 14 Cleaning 33 Clear / Delete 22 F Fabric cover Fabric feed Feed-dog Foot control H Honeycomb stitch I Inserting the bobbin L LCD display Lens Set M Maintenance 1/2 Motor speed D Darning program Delete / Clear Details of the sewing computer Display Double overlock stitch 23, 29 22 6-7 21 23, 26 N Needle position Needle stop Needle Threader Needle up...
...A Accessories Accessory case Altered stitch memory 8-11 8 21 B Balance Blind stitch Bobbin Bobbin case Bobbin thread cutter Buttonhole 20, 28, 30 23, 26 12-14 13 12, 13 29, 30 C Changing the presser foot sole 15 Changing the needle 14 Cleaning 33 Clear / Delete 22 F Fabric cover Fabric feed Feed-dog Foot control H Honeycomb stitch I Inserting the bobbin L LCD display Lens Set M Maintenance 1/2 Motor speed D Darning program Delete / Clear Details of the sewing computer Display Double overlock stitch 23, 29 22 6-7 21 23, 26 N Needle position Needle stop Needle Threader Needle up...
