Bernina 215 Support Question
Bernina 215 Support Question
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Question posted by lpelosidunn on December 5th, 2014
Bobbin Bernina 215
I can't thread my bobbin on the 215 even after following the manual.
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on December 12th, 2014 8:37 AM
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If you can not a solve a problem after following the instructions from the manual you will have to contact bernina customer service for or to request service if you are still under warranty
Related Bernina 215 Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 1
... of offering you Swiss precision engineering combined with a range of added value features to give you, dear Customer, more sewing pleasure than ever before. The new BERNINA 215 are assured of years of rewarding sewing. Any questions you have will also be dealt with imaginative ideas and practical tips all add to the joy...
User Guide - Page 2
... area of the sewing computer by removing the plug from the outlet. Do not view directly with the sewing computer. 3. it to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer for purposes as...electrical outlet
immediately after using this sewing computer if: -
Close attention is necessary when this manual. 2. it has fallen into any opening on the sewing computer. 7. Keep ventilation openings of...
User Guide - Page 3
...please contact your household waste. At end of life please dispose this product in this manual.
15. To disconnect, turn power switch to the product. DISCLAIMER
No liability will ...! Replacement parts for household use only. Environmental Protection
BERNINA is provided with your dealer. Do not throw away this sewing computer. This sewing computer is committed to «0» (off ),...
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 7
... 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...
User Guide - Page 8
... Torx button • Warranty card
The foot control regulates the sewing speed Sewing speed is adjusted by applying more or less pressure to fit in any way. 8
Standard Accessories
Accessories
Foot control
Power cable
D
C
A B
• Fabric cover • Accessory case • 2 bobbins (one of them in the outlet, reverse the plug.
Self...
User Guide - Page 10
... for more comfort when sewing. Lens Set
We recommend the use of the BERNINA Lens Set for sewing table • insert into the groove (under-
10
Optional accessories
Sewing table
To attach •...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...
User Guide - Page 11
..., the 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. Attention: Please note that a defective sewing light must be taken to an authorized BERNINA dealer!
The sewing computer must ONLY be regulated by an authorized technician. Start-stop-unit
B A
Note: If...
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 take thread through the rear guide and round the pre-tension stud
• wind the thread two to three times around the empty bobbin and cut off any...
User Guide - Page 13
... finger on the case should
point upwards • insert so that it clicks into
place
Bobbin thread cutter • insert the bobbin case • take the thread over cutter A • thread is cut • close the bobbin cover
Note: The bobbin thread does not have to be brought up as the loose end is just the right length...
User Guide - Page 14
... the needle clamp screw • pull the needle down to remove
Inserting the needle • flat side of the spring. 14
Setting up the sewing computer
Inserting the bobbin
Insert the bobbin Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise.
Removing the needle • raise the needle • turn clock wise when...
User Guide - Page 15
...; lower the presser foot lifter and the foot sole will click into its vertical position
• when using large reels, add the foam pad A for sewing with more than one thread, i.e.
Supplementary spool pin
Collapsible vertical spool pin
• found on the shaft
to the safety instruction!
User Guide - Page 17
... down • press lever A down and simul-
Needle Threader
Setting up the sewing computer
17
A
B
Thread in the hook • let go of lever A and thread
Thread cutter
Thread cutter on head frame • p ull both threads from front
to back over the cutter • the threads release as soon as
the first stitch is sewn
User Guide - Page 29
... a little higher • mark the buttonhole length in the appropriate position
Test sewing • test on the fabric and stabilizer you intend to use • sew buttonholes in top left of the bobbin case = thread tension is programmed • complete the darn; Manual buttonholes cannot be extended by pressing the «clr/del»-button...
User Guide - Page 31
...
seams (cordonnet)
groove will be in the long groove on the needle.
Sewing needles
31
Important facts about sewing needles
Your BERNINA uses needle system 130/705H.
Problems can occur. Thick threads,
synthetic mercerised •
•
thread
Needle inappropriate
Buttonhole thread
for thread
for decorative •
•
If the needle is suitable for...
User Guide - Page 32
Special needles are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used. Type of needle Model
Suitable for
...plastic
Double needle 130/705 H-ZWI
Visible hems in stretch fabrics, pintucks, decorative sewing
Needle distance: 1.0 / 1.6 / 2.0 / 2.5 / 3.0 / 4.0
Triple needle 130/705 H-DRI
Needle distance: 3.0
Decorative sewing
Wing needle 130/705 HO
Wing needle (wing)
Hemstitch
Needle size 60-100...
User Guide - Page 33
...type of oil 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 a cloth or brush,
never ...power switch to «0» (off) and pull out
plug from electric outlet • remove the bobbin case • push the release lever to the left • push the locking lever to the ...
User Guide - Page 34
... replace the bobbin. • The hole in the stitch plate has been damaged by checking the following. If necessary use a ball point for knitted fabrics and cutting point for inform ation about needles. check the needle/thread table p. 31 • the sewing computer is correct -
Ideally needles should be purchased from your BERNINA dealer...
User Guide - Page 35
...Optional accessories
10, 11
P
Power cable
8
R Reverse sewing Running stitch
22 23, 25
S
Seam guide
10
Sewing light
11
Sewing table
10
Snap-on soles
9
Spool pin
15
Standard... stitch
23, 27
Supplementary spool pin
15
T Thread cutter Thread tension Threading Threads Triple straight stitch Trouble shooting
U Upper thread
W Winding the bobbin
Z Zig-zag stitch Zippers
12, 13, 17...
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