Bernina 215 Support Question
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Question posted by Anonymous-59050 on May 11th, 2012
How Much Does The Bernina 215 Machine Weigh?
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User Guide - Page 1
... sales service second to none. For over 100 years my family has concentrated on providing complete satisfaction to the joy of sewing BERNINA style. The new BERNINA 215 are assured of years of accessories as well as our sewing publications brimming with imaginative ideas and practical tips all add to our customers. Enjoy modern, creative...
User Guide - Page 2
... supervision or instruction concerning use , it is not
intended for their safety. Use the sewing computer only for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4. Do not allow the sewing computer to be kept under supervision to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer for purposes as a toy. 2
Safety instructions
Important safety instructions
When using...
User Guide - Page 3
...for grounded be done by continuously improving product design and our technology of grounding. This sewing computer is committed to the original parts in this product with the words: «... area, such as changing the needle or the presser foot, etc.
14.
Environmental Protection
BERNINA is intended for a double-insulated product must be marked on the servicing of the environment....
User Guide - Page 4
... to unannounced changes and alterations at any time. 4
Imprint
Imprint Typesetting, Layout, DTP: Silvia Bartholdi Graphics: Müller-Melzer ID, Kreuzlingen
© copyright 2010 BERNINA International AG, Steckborn
All rights reserved For technical and product improvement reasons, the sewing computer's features, parts and accessory are subject to country.
User Guide - Page 5
Important safety Instructions
2
Details of the sewing computer
6
Standard Accessories
8
Feet selection
9
Optional Accessories
10
Setting up the sewing computer
12
Operating instructions
20
Stitch overview
23
Selected practical stitches
24
Sewing Needles
31
Maintenance
33
Troubleshooting
34
Index
35
Contents
5
User Guide - Page 6
6
Details of the sewing computer
Details of the sewing computer
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15 16 9 6
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18 19
23 20
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13 12 30
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24 28 27
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25 26
Front view
Right end
User Guide - Page 7
...
7
1 Bobbin cover
20 Stitch length button
2 Stitch plate
21 clr/del-button
3 Attachment base for
22 Stitch selection buttons
special accessories
23 Handwheel
4 Sewing table socket
24 Balance adjustment
5 Presser foot shaft
25 Power switch on/off
6 Needle clamp with fixation 26 Power plug socket
screw
27 Drop feed-...
User Guide - Page 8
...• 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 install the proper outlet.
Do not modify... the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Important! (USA/Canada only) This sewing computer has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). does ...
User Guide - Page 9
Standard snap-on soles
Presser foot shaft for snap-on soles
1 Reverse pattern sole for practical and decorative stitches
4 Zipper sole for sewing in zippers
2 Overlock sole Overlock seams, hems, oversewing edges, narrow satin stitches
5 Blind stitch sole Blind hems, edge stitching
Feet selection
9
3 Buttonhole sole for ...
User Guide - Page 10
...the presser foot or the presser foot shaft when attaching the seam guide!
Foot Control
Sewing speed • control the sewing speed by
depressing the foot control • raise or lower the needle by
tapping ...the centre
needle position
Seam guide for more comfort when sewing.
Lens Set
We recommend the use of the BERNINA Lens Set for sewing table • insert into the groove (under-
User Guide - Page 11
Attention: Please note that a defective sewing light must be taken to an authorized BERNINA dealer!
Please refer to interrupt or stop sewing = press start-stop-button A again
Optional accessories
11
LED Sewing Light
The LED sewing light illuminates the sewing area and has a long product life. The sewing computer must ONLY be regulated by an authorized technician...
User Guide - Page 12
12
Setting up the sewing computer
Winding the bobbin
Winding the bobbin • turn power switch on • place empty bobbin on
spindle
• following the direction of the arrow ...
User Guide - Page 13
Please refer 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 • ...
User Guide - Page 14
... far as it will go • tighten the needle clamp screw
Please refer to the left under the spring until ...
... 14
Setting up the sewing computer
Inserting the bobbin
Insert the bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise. Pull the thread counter clock wise into the...
User Guide - Page 15
...; found on the shaft
to the safety instruction!
Changing the presser foot sole
Setting up the sewing computer
15
Changing the presser foot sole • raise the needle and the
presser foot...will click into its vertical position
• when using large reels, add the foam pad A for sewing with more than one thread, i.e. double
A
needle work
• raise the pin until it clicks...
User Guide - Page 16
diameter of
the arrow, placing it in the take-up the sewing computer
Threading the upper thread
A
Attaching the thread spool • raise the needle and the presser foot • switch the power off • attach the ...
User Guide - Page 31
...;
•
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 finer the needle, the lower the number. Problems can occur. Sewing needles
31
Important facts about sewing needles
Your BERNINA uses needle system 130/705H.
User Guide - Page 32
... the appropriate needle is used. 32
Sewing needles
Special materials are available at your BERNINA dealer. Type of needle Model
Suitable for
Universal 130/705 H
Normal point, slightly rounded
For nearly all natural and synthetic fabrics (woven and knitted)
Jersey/...
User Guide - Page 33
... cover and secure with a damp cloth
Important! Never use . Please refer to clean the sewing computer!
Clean the sewing computer after every use • turn power switch to «0» (off ) and...into the hook race • run the machine for a short time without
thread to prevent oil soiling your work
Cleaning the LCD display and the sewing computer • wipe with the
locking lever,...
User Guide - Page 34
... has been used . 34
Trouble shooting
Trouble shooting
In most cases you will be purchased from your BERNINA dealer. • The needle is too tight. • The needles are of a poor
quality. Sewing computer fails to identify and remedy faults by the needle.
check the needle/thread table p. 31 • the...
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