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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................. 8
Important information .................................................................................................................... 10
1 My bernette ..................................................................................................................................... 11
1.1 Overview Machine ................................................................................................................ 11
Overview front controls ..................................................................................................... 11
Overview front .................................................................................................................. 14
Overview top..................................................................................................................... 15
Overview back................................................................................................................... 16
1.2 Accessory.............................................................................................................................. 17
Included accessories .......................................................................................................... 17
Overview presser feet ........................................................................................................ 18
1.3 Overview User Interface ........................................................................................................ 19
Overview System settings .................................................................................................. 19
Overview functions/visual information ............................................................................... 20
Overview Functions and Views........................................................................................... 20
1.4 Needle, Thread, Fabric........................................................................................................... 22
Overview Needles .............................................................................................................. 22
Example for needle description .......................................................................................... 24
Thread selection ................................................................................................................ 24
Needle/thread combination ............................................................................................... 24
2 Sewing preparation......................................................................................................................... 25
2.1 Connection and Switching on ............................................................................................... 25
Connecting the machine ................................................................................................... 25
Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada)........................................................................ 25
Connecting the foot control .............................................................................................. 25
Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System ............................................................. 25
Switching the machine on ................................................................................................. 26
Fixing the touchscreen pen ................................................................................................ 26
Regulating the speed via the foot control .......................................................................... 26
Raising/Lowering the needle .............................................................................................. 27
Programming the foot control individually ......................................................................... 27
2.2 Spool pin .............................................................................................................................. 27
Horizontal spool pin .......................................................................................................... 27
Second spool pin ............................................................................................................... 28
2.3 Free arm ............................................................................................................................... 28
2.4 Sewing table and accessory box ............................................................................................ 29
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2.5 Raising or Lowering the Feed dog ......................................................................................... 29
2.6 Using the slide-on table......................................................................................................... 29
2.7 Presser foot........................................................................................................................... 30
Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System ......................... 30
Changing the presser foot sole .......................................................................................... 30
Having the presser foot sole displayed in the user interface................................................ 32
Adjusting the presser foot pressure.................................................................................... 32
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2.8 Needle and stitch plate.......................................................................................................... 32
Changing the needle ......................................................................................................... 32
Selecting the needle in the User Interface .......................................................................... 33
Needle stop up/down (permanent) .................................................................................... 33
Changing the stitch plate .................................................................................................. 34
Checking the stitch plate in the user interface ................................................................... 34
2.9 Threading ............................................................................................................................. 35
Threading preparation ....................................................................................................... 35
Threading the upper thread............................................................................................... 35
Threading the double needle ............................................................................................. 39
Winding the bobbin thread ............................................................................................... 40
Threading the bobbin thread ............................................................................................. 41
3 Setup Program ................................................................................................................................. 43
3.1 Sewing settings..................................................................................................................... 43
Adjusting the upper thread tension ................................................................................... 43
Adjusting the maximum sewing speed............................................................................... 43
Programming the securing stitches .................................................................................... 43
Adjusting the hovering height of the presser foot .............................................................. 44
Programming the button «Securing»................................................................................. 44
Programming the button «Thread cutter» ......................................................................... 45
Adjusting the presser foot position with needle stop down................................................ 45
Programming the button «Quick reverse» ......................................................................... 46
Programming the foot control individually ......................................................................... 46
Fabric thickness measurement ........................................................................................... 47
3.2 Embroidery settings............................................................................................................... 47
Adjusting the upper thread tension ................................................................................... 47
Adjusting the maximum embroidering speed..................................................................... 47
Calibrating the embroidery hoop ....................................................................................... 48
Deactivating securing stitches ............................................................................................ 48
Adjusting the thread cut.................................................................................................... 49
Adjusting the height of the embroidery presser foot .......................................................... 49
3.3 Selecting personal settings .................................................................................................... 50
3.4 Monitoring functions ............................................................................................................ 50
Activating the upper thread indicator ................................................................................ 50
Activating the bobbin thread indicator............................................................................... 50
3.5 Sound on/off......................................................................................................................... 50
3.6 Machine settings................................................................................................................... 51
Adjusting the brightness of the display .............................................................................. 51
Adjusting the sewing light ................................................................................................. 51
Calibrating the display ....................................................................................................... 51
Back to default setting....................................................................................................... 52
Updating the machine Firmware........................................................................................ 52
Checking the firmware version .......................................................................................... 53
Reviewing the total number of stitches .............................................................................. 53
Selecting a language ......................................................................................................... 53
4 System settings................................................................................................................................ 54
4.1 Calling up the Tutorial........................................................................................................... 54
4.2 Using eco mode .................................................................................................................... 54
4.3 Calling up the Creative Consultant........................................................................................ 54
4.4 Cancelling any alterations with «clr» ..................................................................................... 56
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5 Creative sewing ............................................................................................................................... 57
5.1 Overview selection menu sewing........................................................................................... 57
Selecting a stitch pattern ................................................................................................... 57
5.2 Dual Feed (DF)....................................................................................................................... 58
Application of the Dual Feed ............................................................................................. 58
Use the Dual Feed ............................................................................................................. 58
5.3 Regulating the speed ............................................................................................................ 59
5.4 Adjusting the upper thread tension ....................................................................................... 59
5.5 Editing stitch patterns ........................................................................................................... 59
Changing the stitch width ................................................................................................. 59
Changing the stitch length ................................................................................................ 60
Correcting the balance ...................................................................................................... 60
Programming pattern repeat ............................................................................................. 61
Mirror image of stitch patterns .......................................................................................... 61
Editing stitch pattern length .............................................................................................. 61
Permanent Quick reverse ................................................................................................... 62
Backstepping..................................................................................................................... 62
5.6 Combining stitch patterns ..................................................................................................... 62
Overview Combi mode ...................................................................................................... 62
Creating Stitch pattern combinations................................................................................. 63
Editing a single stitch pattern............................................................................................. 63
Deleting a single stitch pattern .......................................................................................... 64
Adding a single stitch pattern ............................................................................................ 64
Mirroring a stitch pattern combination .............................................................................. 65
Programming pattern repeat ............................................................................................. 65
Securing a stitch pattern combination................................................................................ 66
Saving a stitch pattern combination................................................................................... 66
Loading a stitch pattern combination................................................................................. 66
Overwriting a stitch pattern combination........................................................................... 66
Deleting a stitch pattern combination ................................................................................ 67
5.7 Administering stitch patterns................................................................................................. 67
Saving stitch patterns in personal memory ......................................................................... 67
Overwriting stitch patterns from the personal memory ...................................................... 67
Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory ............................................................ 68
Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory............................................................ 68
6 Practical stitches .............................................................................................................................. 69
6.1 Overview Practical stitches..................................................................................................... 69
6.2 Sewing straight stitch............................................................................................................ 71
6.3 Securing with the automatic Securing Program ..................................................................... 71
6.4 Sewing in the zipper ............................................................................................................. 72
6.5 Sewing Triple straight stitch .................................................................................................. 73
6.6 Sewing Triple zigzag ............................................................................................................. 73
6.7 Manual darning .................................................................................................................... 74
6.8 Automatic darning and Reinforced darning ........................................................................... 74
6.9 Finishing edges ..................................................................................................................... 76
6.10 Sewing Double overlock........................................................................................................ 76
6.11 Sewing Vari overlock............................................................................................................. 77
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6.12 Edgestitching using the seam guide ...................................................................................... 77
6.13 Sewing narrow hemming ...................................................................................................... 78
6.14 Sewing blind hems................................................................................................................ 78
6.15 Sewing visible hems .............................................................................................................. 80
6.16 Sewing basting stitches ......................................................................................................... 80
6.17 Sew thick areas ..................................................................................................................... 80
6.18 Sewing Corners..................................................................................................................... 81
7 Decorative stitches .......................................................................................................................... 82
7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches................................................................................................. 82
7.2 Altering the stitch density...................................................................................................... 83
7.3 Sewing cross stitches............................................................................................................. 83
8 Alphabets ......................................................................................................................................... 84
8.1 Overview Alphabet................................................................................................................ 84
8.2 Creating lettering.................................................................................................................. 84
9 Buttonholes...................................................................................................................................... 86
9.1 Overview Buttonholes ........................................................................................................... 86
9.2 Marking buttonholes............................................................................................................. 87
9.3 Sewing a buttonhole automatically ....................................................................................... 88
9.4 Reinforce buttonhole ............................................................................................................ 90
9.5 Sewing on buttons................................................................................................................ 90
9.6 Sewing eyelets ...................................................................................................................... 92
10 Quilting ............................................................................................................................................ 93
10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches ......................................................................................................... 93
10.2 Quilting, Securing Program ................................................................................................... 94
10.3 Sewing handlook quilt stitches .............................................................................................. 94
10.4 Guiding the quilt work freely................................................................................................. 95
11 Stitch Designer................................................................................................................................. 96
11.1 Overview Stitch Designer....................................................................................................... 96
11.2 Creating your own stitch pattern........................................................................................... 96
Creating stitch designs using screen dots........................................................................... 97
Free hand drawing ............................................................................................................ 97
11.3 Editing the view .................................................................................................................... 97
11.4 Inserting points ..................................................................................................................... 97
11.5 Relocating the points ............................................................................................................ 98
11.6 Duplicating points ................................................................................................................. 98
11.7 Deleting points...................................................................................................................... 98
11.8 Activating the triple stitch ..................................................................................................... 99
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12 My bernette Embroidery................................................................................................................. 100
12.1 Overview Embroidery module................................................................................................ 100
12.2 Overview User Interface ........................................................................................................ 101
Overview functions/visual information ............................................................................... 101
Overview System settings .................................................................................................. 101
Overview Selection menu embroidery ................................................................................ 102
12.3 Important Embroidery information ........................................................................................ 102
Upper thread..................................................................................................................... 102
Bobbin thread ................................................................................................................... 102
Choosing the embroidery motif ......................................................................................... 103
Embroidery test ................................................................................................................. 103
Embroidering motifs by third-party providers ..................................................................... 103
Underlay stitches ............................................................................................................... 103
The size of the embroidery motif ....................................................................................... 104
Satin or Leaf stich .............................................................................................................. 104
Step stitch ......................................................................................................................... 104
Connecting stitches ........................................................................................................... 105
13 Embroidering preparation .............................................................................................................. 106
13.1 Attaching the Module ........................................................................................................... 106
13.2 Embroidery foot .................................................................................................................... 106
Attaching the embroidery foot .......................................................................................... 106
13.3 Needle and stitch plate.......................................................................................................... 108
Inserting the embroidery needle ........................................................................................ 108
Attaching the stitch plate (CutWork/Straight) .................................................................... 108
13.4 Selecting the embroidery motif ............................................................................................. 109
13.5 Embroidery hoop .................................................................................................................. 110
Overview embroidery hoop selection ................................................................................. 110
Selecting the embroidery hoop .......................................................................................... 110
Tear-away stabilizers.......................................................................................................... 110
Cut-away stabilizers........................................................................................................... 110
Using adhesive spray ......................................................................................................... 111
Using spray starch ............................................................................................................. 111
Using iron-on interfacing ................................................................................................... 111
Using paper-backed adhesive stabilizer .............................................................................. 111
Using water-soluble stabilizer ............................................................................................ 111
Preparing the embroidery hoop ......................................................................................... 112
Attaching the hoop ........................................................................................................... 113
Overview Embroidery functions ......................................................................................... 114
Locating the center of the embroidery motif...................................................................... 114
Center the needle to the embroidery hoop ........................................................................ 115
Embroidery arm return ...................................................................................................... 115
Grid on/off ........................................................................................................................ 115
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14.1 Overview embroidering ......................................................................................................... 116
14.2 Selecting and changing the embroidery motif ....................................................................... 116
14.3 Checking the embroidery time and the embroidery motif size ............................................... 116
14.4 Regulating the speed ............................................................................................................ 116
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14.5 Editing the embroidery motif................................................................................................. 117
Overview Editing embroidery motif.................................................................................... 117
Scaling up the embroidery motif view................................................................................ 117
Downsizing the embroidery motif...................................................................................... 117
Moving the embroidery motif view .................................................................................... 118
Moving the embroidery motif in enlarged view.................................................................. 118
Moving the embroidery motif ............................................................................................ 118
Rotating motif ................................................................................................................... 119
Altering the embroidery motif size proportionally .............................................................. 119
Mirroring embroidery motifs.............................................................................................. 119
Checking the size and the position of the embroidery motif .............................................. 120
Deleting an embroidery motif ............................................................................................ 120
14.6 Creating lettering.................................................................................................................. 121
Overview embroidery alphabets......................................................................................... 121
Creating words/sentences.................................................................................................. 121
Editing words/sentences .................................................................................................... 122
Bending the text................................................................................................................ 123
Altering the stitch density .................................................................................................. 123
14.7 Combining embroidery motifs............................................................................................... 124
Combining embroidery motifs ........................................................................................... 124
Deleting a single embroidery motif .................................................................................... 124
14.8 Changing the colors of the embroidery motif ........................................................................ 125
Overview changing the color ............................................................................................. 125
Changing the colors .......................................................................................................... 125
Changing the thread brand ............................................................................................... 126
14.9 Embroidering the embroidery motif....................................................................................... 126
Overview Embroidery menu............................................................................................... 126
Adding basting stitches ..................................................................................................... 127
Moving the hoop............................................................................................................... 127
Embroidery sequence control when thread breaks ............................................................. 127
Cutting connecting stitches ............................................................................................... 128
Multi-colored embroidery motif on/off............................................................................... 128
Color indication................................................................................................................. 129
14.10 Administering embroidery motifs .......................................................................................... 129
Administering embroidery motifs....................................................................................... 129
Saving embroidery motifs in the personal memory............................................................. 129
Saving the embroidery motif on the USB stick.................................................................... 130
Overwriting the embroidery motif in the personal memory ................................................ 130
Loading an embroidery motif from the personal memory................................................... 130
Loading an embroidery motif from the USB stick ............................................................... 130
Deleting an embroidery motif from the personal memory .................................................. 131
Deleting an embroidery motif from the USB stick............................................................... 131
15 Embroidery....................................................................................................................................... 132
15.1 Embroidering via the button «Start/Stop» ............................................................................. 132
15.2 Adjusting the upper thread tension ....................................................................................... 132
16 BERNINA CutWork Tool................................................................................................................... 134
16.1 Changing the CutWork Tool ................................................................................................. 134
16.2 Start to cut............................................................................................................................ 135
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17 Attachment ...................................................................................................................................... 136
17.1 Maintencance and cleaning................................................................................................... 136
Cleaning the display .......................................................................................................... 136
Cleaning the feed dog....................................................................................................... 136
Cleaning the hook............................................................................................................. 137
Oiling the needle bar ......................................................................................................... 138
17.2 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................... 139
17.3 Error messages...................................................................................................................... 142
17.4 Storage and disposal ............................................................................................................. 146
Storing the machine .......................................................................................................... 146
Dispose of the machine ..................................................................................................... 146
17.5 Technical data....................................................................................................................... 147
18 Overview stitch patterns ................................................................................................................ 148
18.1 Overview Stitch patterns ....................................................................................................... 148
Practical stitches ................................................................................................................ 148
Buttonholes....................................................................................................................... 148
Decorative stitches............................................................................................................. 148
Quilt stitches ..................................................................................................................... 150
18.2 Overview Embroidery motifs.................................................................................................. 151
Editing the embroidery motif ............................................................................................. 151
Embellishment................................................................................................................... 151
Quilt motifs ....................................................................................................................... 153
Borders and Lace ............................................................................................................... 155
Children ............................................................................................................................ 156
Flowers.............................................................................................................................. 157
Seasons ............................................................................................................................. 159
Asia................................................................................................................................... 161
Sport/Hobby ...................................................................................................................... 162
Animals ............................................................................................................................. 164
Cutwork............................................................................................................................ 166
Campaign ......................................................................................................................... 167
Index................................................................................................................................................. 168
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please be aware of the following basic safety instructions when using your
machine. Before using this machine, read instruction manual carefully.
DANGER!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
• Never leave the machine unattended as long as it is plugged in.
• Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after
Protection against LED radiation:
• Do not view the LED light directly with optical instruments (e.g. magnifier).
using.
The LED light corresponds with protection class 1M.
• When the LED light is damaged or defective, contact your bernette specialist
dealer.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:
• To operate the machine always use the supplied power cable. USA and
Canada only: Do not connect power plug NEMA 1-15 to circuits exceeding
150 volt-to-ground.
• Use this machine only for purposes as described in this manual.
• Only use the machine in dry rooms.
• Do not use the machine in a damp condition or in a damp environment.
• Do not use this machine as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this
machine is used by or near children.
• The machine can be used by children older than 8 or by people with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or if there is a lack of experience and
knowledge how to operate the machine as long as they are supervised or
have been given instruction concerning the responsible use of the appliance
and are aware of the involved risks.
• Children are not allowed to play with this machine.
• Cleaning and maintencance work must not be carried out by children unless
they are supervised.
• Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not
working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into
water. Contact the nearest authorized bernette dealer to arrange further
details.
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• Only use accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
• Don't use this machine when the ventilation openings are blocked. Keep the
ventilation openings and the foot control free from the accumulation of lint,
dust and loose cloth.
• Never insert any objects into any openings of the machine.
• Do not place any objects on the foot control.
• Always use the machine with a foot control of this type FC-210.
• Do not operate the machine where aerosol products (sprays) or oxygen are
being used.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the
needle.
• Neither pull nor push the fabric while sewing. This can cause needle
breakage.
• When making any adjustments in the needle area – such as such as
threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the hook or changing
the presser foot – turn power switch to «0».
• Do not use bent needles.
• Always use the original bernette stitch plate.The wrong stitch plate can
cause needle breakage.
• To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» and then remove the plug from the
outlet. Do not unplug by pulling the cord, instead grasp the plug to pull it
from the outlet.
• Always disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet when the covers
are removed or opened, when the machine is lubricated or during any other
maintenance adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
• This machine is provided with double insulation (except USA, Canada and
Japan). Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of
double-insulated products.
• The sound pressure level is lower than 70dB(A) under normal conditions.
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Important information
Important information
Availability of the digital instruction manual
The instruction manual of the machine are provided exclusively as a PDF.
> «www.mybernette.com» in the Internet Browser.
> Select desired machine model.
> Download the instruction manual under «Download».
Appropriate use
Your bernette machine is conceived and designed for private household use. It answers the purpose to quilt
fabrics as it is decribed in this instruction manual. Any other use is not considered appropriate.bernette
assumes no liability concerning consequences resulting from an inappropriate usage.
Servicing of double-insulated products
In a double-insulated product two systems of insulation are provided instead of groanding. No groanding
means is provided on a doubleinsulated product, nor should a means for groanding be added to the
product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and
should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must
be identical to the original parts in the product. A double-insulated product is marked with the words:
«Double insulation» or «double-insulated».
The symbol may also be marked on the product.
Environmental Protection
BERNINA is committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact
of our products by continuously improving product design and our technology of manufacturing.
The machine is labeled with the symbol of the crossed-out wastebin. This means that the machine must not
be disposed of with the household waste when the machine is no longer needed. Improper disposal can
result in dangerous substances getting into the groundwater and thus into our food chain, damaging our
health.
The machine must be returned free of charge to a nearby collection point for waste electrical and electronic
equipment or to a collection point for the reuse of the machine. Information on the collection points can be
obtained from your local administration. When purchasing a new machine, the dealer is obliged to take back
the old machine free of charge and dispose of it properly.
If the machine contains personal data, you are responsible for deleting the data yourself before returning the
machine.
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1.1 Overview Machine
Overview front controls
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1 Quick reverse 6 Securing
2 Thread cutter 7 Needle up/down
3 Presser foot up/down 8 Upper Multifunctional knob
4 Start/Stop 9 Lower Multifunctional knob
5 Slide speed control 10 Needle left/right
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Operation buttons
Number Buttons Name Purpose
1 Quick reverse > «Keep Quick reverse »pressed to sew in
reverse.
> Touch the icon «Quick reverse» to sew
permanently in reverse.
«Quick reverse» doesn't work with the stitch
patterns 22-24 and with the buttonhole
patterns 51-71.
2 Thread cutter > Press the «Thread cutter» button in order
to cut the upper and lower threads
automatically.
2-6 securing stitches can be programmed in
the Setup-Program. These are sewn before the
thread is cut.
3 Presser foot up/
down
> Press the button «Presser foot up/down »to
raise the presser foot into hovering
position.
> Push the button «Presser foot up/down» to
raise the presser foot.
4 Start/Stop The button «Start/Stop» serves the purpose to
change the presser foot position and to start
the machine.
> To start the machine, keep the button
«Start/Stop» pressed for 2seconds.
Sewing mode
> Press the button «Presser foot up/down» to
raise the presser foot into hovering
position.
Embroidery mode
> To bring the presser foot to its highest
position, quickly press «Start/Stop» in the
embroidery mode.
> Press the button «Presser foot up/down»
again to move the presser foot into
hovering position.
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5 Slide speed control The sewing speed can be adjusted infinitely
variable with the slide.
> Move the slide to the left to reduce the
sewing speed.
> Move the slide to the right to increase the
sewing speed.
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Number Buttons Name Purpose
6 Securing The function «Securing at sewing start» is
activated in the Setup by default and can be
deactivated by pressing the button «Securing».
When the function «Securing at sewing start»
is not activated in the Setup, it can be
programmed by pressing the button
«Securing».
A securing icon which appears on the display
during sewing indicates that the function is
activated.
The number of securing stitches can be
programmed in the Setup-Program.
> To sew the securing stitches first, press the
button «Securing» before you start sewing.
> To sew the securing stitches at the pattern
end, press the button «Securing» while
sewing.
> To sew securing stitches within a stitch
pattern combination, press the button
«Securing».
– The selected pattern of the combination
is secured according to the setting.
7 Needle up/down > Push the button «Needle up/down» to
lower the needle.
> Push the «Needle up/down» button again
to raise the needle.
8 Upper
Multifunctional
knob
9 Lower
Multifunctional
knob
With the «Upper Multifunction knob» setting
values can be changed in the sewing, the
embroidering and the Setup Program.
With the «Lower Multifunction knob» setting
values can be changed in the sewing, the
embroidering and the Setup Program.
10 Needle left/right There is a total of 15 needle positions. The
needle position is indicated by the needle
position number in the display.
> Press the «Needle left» button to move the
needle to the left.
> Press the «Needle right» button to move
the needle to the right.
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Overview front
1 Feed dog lever 8 Buttonhole lever
2 Connection for embroidery module 9 Thread cutter
3 Stitch plate cover 10 Thread take-up lever
4 Stitch plate 11 Top cover
5 Presser foot 12 LCD Display
6 Sewing light 13 Connection for Free Hand System
7 Needle threader 14 Sewing table and accessory box
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Overview top
1 Thread take-up lever 5 Bobbin winding unit and holder for second
spoolpin
2 Thread pretension 6 Bobbin winding stopper
3 Thread guide 7 Touchscreen pen
4 Spool holder
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Overview back
1 Connection for power cable 6 Handwheel
2 Air vents 7 Carrying handle
3 Connection for foot control 8 Air vents
4 USB port 9 Dual Feed
5 Power switch 10 Sewing table and accessory box
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1.2 Accessory
All rights reserved: For technical reasons and for the purpose of product improvements, changes
concerning the features of the machine can be made at any time and without advance notice. The supplied
accessory can vary depending on the country of delivery.
Included accessories
Visit www.mybernette.com/accessories for more accessory information.
Illustration Name Illustration Name
Bobbin (3x) Felt disc
Spool net Second spool pin
Selection of needles (2x) Touchscreen pen
Brush/ Seam ripper Seam guide
Spool discs large (2x) Screwdriver
Spool disc middle (1x) Dust cover
Spool discs small (2x) Power cable
Straight/Cutwork stitch
plate
Foot control
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Illustration Name Illustration Name
Embroidery hoop large,
160 x 260 mm with
embroidery template
Embroidery hoop
medium, 120 x 180 mm
with embroider
template
Embroidery hoop small,
50x70 mm with
embroidery template
Overview presser feet
Illustration Name Purpose
Zigzag foot (DA) To sew practical, decorative
stitches and hems.
Free Hand System
Lubricator
Slide-on table
Embroidery foot (JK) To sew buttonholes, appliqués
and decorative stitches.
Zipper foot (JB) Used to sew with dual feed. To
sew in zippers.
Buttonhole foot with slide (RJ) To sew buttonholes.
Blindstitch foot (DM) To sew blind-stitch hems with
Dual Feed.
Button-sew-on foot (RC) To sew on button.
Overlock foot (DI) Used to sew with dual feed.
Overlock stitches over the fabric
edge.
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Free motion foot (RX) For embroidering, darning and
free motion quilting.
Embroidery foot (JL) For embroidering, darning and
free-motion quilting.
Hopper embroidery foot (JX) For embroidering, darning and
free-motion quilting.
My bernette
1.3 Overview User Interface
Overview System settings
1 Home 4 Creative Sewing Consultant
2 Setup Program 5 eco mode
3 Tutorial 6 Back to default setting
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Overview functions/visual information
1 Upper thread tension 4 Presser foot pressure
2 Needle selection 5 Stitch plate selection
3 Presser foot display/Presser foot selection
Overview Functions and Views
Illustration Name Purpose
Close The display is closed and the
previously made adjustments are
saved.
Icons «-/+» By touching the icons «-» and
«+» the setting values are
changed.
Confirm Confirms the previously adjusted
alterations. The display is closed.
Cancel The process is canceled. The
display is closed and the
previously made adjustments are
not saved.
Slide By moving the slide the setting
values are changed.
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Switch Activates or deactivates
functions.
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Illustration Name Purpose
Process navigation With the process navigation, you
can return from any display to
the previous the display.
Machine To load or save motifs on the
machine.
USB stick To load or save embroidery
motifs on the USB stick.
USB storage space The percentage of used USB
storage (%) will be displayed in
the green bar icon.
Swipe function By swiping the display using the
touchscreen pen or the finger
upwards or downwards, further
functions can be displayed.
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Yellow-framed icon Touch the yellow-framed icon to
reset the alterations to default
setting.
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1.4 Needle, Thread, Fabric
In the course of time a needle wears out. Therefore, the needle should be replaced regularly. Only a perfect
point results in a good stitching result. In general it can be said: the thinner the thread, the finer the needle.
The illustrated needles are either standard or optional accessory, depending on the machine.
• Needle sizes 70, 75: for light-weight fabrics.
• Needle sizes 80, 90: for medium fabrics.
• Needle sizes 100: for heavy fabrics.
Overview Needles
Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose
Universal needle
130/705 H 60-120
Stretch needle
130/705 H-S 75, 90
Jersey/Embroidery
needle
130/705 H SUK 60-100
Jeans needle
130/705 H-J 80-110
Leather needle
130/705 H LR 90, 100
Microtex needle
130/705 H-M 60-110
Slightly rounded point For nearly all natural
and synthetic fabrics
(woven and knitted).
Mid-sized ball point,
special eye shape and
needle scarf
Mid-sized ball point For knitware, knitted
Point, narrow point,
reinforced shaft
With cutting point
(LR=special point to
sew leather)
Especially sharp, narrow
point
For jersey, tricot, knit
and stretch fabrics.
good.
For embroidering.
For heavy-weight
fabrics such as jeans or
canvas.
For all types of leather,
synthetic leather,
plastic, sheeting.
For mircro fiber fabrics
and silk.
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Quilting needle
130/705 H-Q 75, 90
Embroidery needle
130/705 H-E 75, 90
Fine-material needle
130/705 H SES 70, 90
Slightly rounded fine
point
Small ball point,
especially wide needle
eye and wide thread
groove
Small ball point For fine knitware and
For straight and
topstitching.
For embroidery on all
natural and synthetic
fabrics.
knitted materials.
For embroidery on fine,
delicate fabrics.
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Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose
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Metafil needle
130/705 H METAFIL 80
Cordonnet needle (to
patch embroidery)
130/705 H-N 70-100
Felt needle
PUNCH
Hemstitch needle
130/705 H WING
100-120
Universal double
needle
130/705 H ZWI 70-100
Stretch double needle
130/705 H-S ZWI 75
Long needle eye (2 mm)
in all needle sizes
For sewing or
embroidering with
metallic threads.
Long needle eye (2 mm)
in all needle sizes
Needle with barbed
Topstitching with thick
thread.
For felt work.
hook
Wing-like widened
To sew blind stitches.
needle shaft (wing)
Needle distance:
1.0/1.6/2.0/2.5/
3.0/4.0/6.0/8.0
For visible hems in
stretch fabrics, pintucks,
decorative sewing.
Needle distance: 2.5/4.0 For visible hems in
stretch fabrics, pintucks,
decorative sewing.
Hemstitch double
needle
130/705 H ZWIHO 100
Universal triple
needle
130/705 H DRI 80
Needle distance: 2.5 For special effects with
hemstitch embroidery.
Needle distance: 3.0 For visible hems in
stretch fabrics,
decorative sewing.
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Example for needle description
The 130/705 system, which is the most common for household machines, is explained by the following
picture of a Jersey/Stretch needle.
130/705 H-S/70
130 = Shank length (1)
705 = Flat shank (2)
H = Needle scarf (3)
S = Needle point (here medium ball point) (4)
70 = Needle size 0.7 mm (5)
Thread selection
For a perfect sewing result, thread and fabric quality play an important role.
We recommend purchasing quality threads to achieve good sewing results.
• Cotton threads have the advantage of being a natural fiber and therefore are especially suitable for
sewing cotton fabrics.
• Mercerized cotton threads have a slight sheen that is not lost with washing.
• Polyester threads have a high tensile strength and is particularly colorfast.
• Polyester threads are more flexible and are recommended where a strong and elastic seam is required.
• Rayon threads are made of natural fibers and have a brilliant sheen.
• Rayon threads are suitable for decorative stitches and achieve a more beautiful effect.
Needle/thread combination
The needle/thread combination is correct, when the thread fits perfectly into the long
groove and goes easily through the needle eye. The thread can be optimally sewn.
The thread can break and cause skipped stitches if there is too much play in the long
groove or eye of the needle.
The thread can break and become jammed if it frays on the edges of the long groove and
is not guided optimally through the eye of the needle.
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2 Sewing preparation
2.1 Connection and Switching on
Connecting the machine
> Insert the power cable into the power cord connection.
> Insert the power cable into the power cord connection.
Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada)
The machine has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this
plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse
the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the
plug in any way!
Connecting the foot control
> Unwind the cable of the foot control to the desired length.
> Insert the cable of the foot control into the foot control connection.
Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System
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The presser foot may be raised and lowered with the Free Hand System. The knee lifter is extremely helpful
when sewing appliqué, patchwork and quilting since it allows you to handle the fabric while your knee
controls the presser foot.
> Insert the knee lifter into the opening at the front side of the machine.
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> Adjust the sitting height so that the knee lifter can be operated with the knee.
Switching the machine on
> Switch on the machine at the main switch to «I».
Fixing the touchscreen pen
> Store the touchscreen pen on the top holder.
Regulating the speed via the foot control
Via the foot control the speed can be adjusted infinitely variable.
> Press the foot control down carefully to start the machine.
> To sew faster, press the foot control harder.
> Release the foot control to stop the machine.
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Raising/Lowering the needle
> Sink the heel back on the foot control to raise/lower the needle.
Programming the foot control individually
The foot control can be programmed individually.
2.2 Spool pin
Horizontal spool pin
Sewing preparation
Placing the thread spool and the thread disc
Spool discs hold the thread spool in place for proper release of thread from the spool. The thread disc is only
used with the horizontal spool holder.
> Place the thread spool on the spool holder.
> Position the appropriate spool disc on the spool holder so that there is no space between the spool disc
and the thread spool.
Using a spool net
The spool net provides an even unwinding of the thread from the thread spool and prevents the thread from
knotting and breaking. The spool net is only used with the horizontal spool holder.
> Pull the spool net over the thread spool.
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Second spool pin
Installing the second spool pin
The second spool pin is necessary when several threads are sewn.
> Insert the second spool pin onto the end of the bobbin winding unit(1).
> Align the notch (2) with the spring (3) on the bobbin winding unit.
Inserting thread spool
The felt disc prevents the thread from getting hooked at the second spool pin.
> Place the felt disc (1) on the second spool pin.
> Place the thread spool on the second spool pin.
2.3 Free arm
The bernette b79 provides a solidly designed free arm which offers a lot of space for large project on the
right of the needle.
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2.4 Sewing table and accessory box
The sewing table is used as an accessory box.
> To remove the sewing table, hold the sewing table by the handle on the left and pull in the direction of
the arrow.
> To open the accessory box, tilt the cover towards you.
> To close the accessory box, tilt the cover backwards until it clicks into place.
2.5 Raising or Lowering the Feed dog
> Slide the «Feed dog lever» right to raise the feed dog.
– The feed dog is raised when the first stitch is sewn.
> Slide the Feed dog lever left to lower the feed dog.
– The feed dog is lowered.
2.6 Using the slide-on table
When attached to the free arm, it expands the already existing sewing area.
> Raise the needle.
> Raise the presser foot.
> Switch the machine off and disconnect it from the power supply system.
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> Push the slide-on table to the right over the free arm until it engages.
> To remove the slide-on table, pull the slide-on table over the free arm to the left.
2.7 Presser foot
Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System
> Adjust the sitting height so that the knee lifter can be operated with the knee.
> Push the knee lifter with the knee to the right to raise the presser foot.
– Simultaneously the thread tension is released.
> Release the knee lifter slowly to lower the presser foot.
Changing the presser foot sole
Removing the presser foot sole
> Raise the presser foot.
> Press down on the front of the presser foot sole by hand.
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Attaching the presser foot sole
> Raise the presser foot (1).
> Place the presser foot sole (2) under the shaft groove (3) so that the shaft groove is above the presser
foot sole pin (4).
> Then push the new presser foot sole upward until it engages.
Removing and inserting the presser foot holder
> Raise the presser foot.
> Align the presser foot holder (1) with the lower left side of the presser bar (2).
> Hold the presser foot holder and drive the screw in manually.
> Tighten the screw using the screwdriver.
Inserting the edge/ quilting guide
The edge/ quilting guide supports sewing parallel lines.
> Insert the edge/ quilting guide (1) in the slot (2).
> Adjust the width as desired.
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Having the presser foot sole displayed in the user interface
The recommended presser foot sole for the selected stitch is displayed. Moreover, other optimal presser foot
soles can be displayed.
> Switch the machine on.
> Select a stitch pattern.
– In the icon «Presser foot sole display» the recommended presser foot sole is indicated with a letter.
> Touch the icon «Presser foot sole display».
– Any presser foot soles are displayed.
– A green tick indicates the recommended presser foot sole.
– A yellow star indicates the presser foot soles which can also be used for this stitch for special
purposes.
Adjusting the presser foot pressure
The presser foot pressure is designed to adjust the pressure of the presser foot optimally to the fabric
thickness. When working with thick fabrics, it is recommended to reduce the presser foot pressure. This
provides the advantage that the presser foot is slightly lifted so that the fabric can be moved more easily.
When working with thin fabrics, it is recommended to increase the presser foot pressure. This provides
the advantage that the fabric cannot be moved too easily under the presser foot.
> Touch the icon «Presser foot pressure».
> Move the slide with the touchscreen pen/finger to adjust the presser foot pressure.
2.8 Needle and stitch plate
Changing the needle
> Raise the needle.
> Switch the machine off and disconnect it from the power supply system.
> Loosen the needle clamp screw (1) using the gray screwdriver.
> Remove the presser foot.
> Pull the needle down.
> Hold the new needle (2) with the flat side to the back.
> Insert the needle as far up as it will go (3).
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> Tighten the needle clamp screw using the screwdriver.
Selecting the needle in the User Interface
After having changed the needle, it can be checked whether or not it can be used in combination with the
attached stitch plate.
> > Touch the icon «Needle selection» or «Stitch plate selection».
> Select the inserted needle.
– If the selected needle is suitable in combination with the selected presser foot, sewing can be started.
– If the selected needle does not match with the stitch plate, a red exclamation mark will appear on the
display.
Needle stop up/down (permanent)
> Touch the icon «Needle stop up/down (permanent)» to fix the needle position permanently.
– The machine stops with needle position down as soon as the foot control is released or the button
«Start/Stop» has been pressed.
> Touch the icon «Needle stop up/down (permanent)» again.
– The machine stops with needle position up as soon as the foot control is released or the button
«Start/Stop» has been pressed.
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Changing the stitch plate
The stitch plate is marked with vertical lines in millimeters (mm) and inches (inch). These lines help to guide
the fabric when sewing seams or precise topstitching.
Prerequisite:
• The feed dog is lowered.
• The machine is switched off and disconnected from the power supply system.
• The bobbin cover, the needle and the presser foot are removed.
> Remove the screws of the stitch plate with a screwdriver.
> Remove the stitch plate.
> Insert the new stitch plate and tighten the screws with the screwdriver.
Checking the stitch plate in the user interface
After having changed the stitch plate, it can be checked whether or not it is suitable to be used together
with the selected needle.
> Touch the icon «Needle selection» or «Stitch plate selection».
– The stitch plate is detected automatically and displayed.
– If the selected stitch plate is suitable in combination with the needle, sewing can be started.
– Stitch width will be set to its allowed value automatically.
– If the selected needle does not match with the stitch plate, the machine will stop and sewing will not
be allowed.
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Threading preparation
> Press the button «Presser foot up/down» to raise the presser foot.
> Raise the presser foot.
Threading the upper thread
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1 Spool disc 7 Guides
2 Thread guide 8 Guides
3 Thread guide 9 Needle threader lever
4 Silver discs 10 Hook pin
5 Thread take-up lever cover 11 Thread cutter
6 Thread take-up lever 12 Thread
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> Place the thread spool on the spool holder so that the thread unwinds clockwise.
> Add the appropriate spool disc.
> Guide the thread from the spool through the upper thread guide (2).
> Guide the thread from the spool through the upper thread guide (3).
> Place the thread end downwards along the duct.
> Then, down and around the check spring holder.
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> At the top of this movement pass the thread from right to left through the slotted eye of the take-up
lever and then downwards again.
> Guide the thread through the guides above the presser foot.
> Press the lever to the very bottom until it clicks in.
– The hook pin passes through the needle eye (9).
– To prevent the threader from being damaged, the presser foot is lowered automatically.
> Guide the thread around thread guide.
> Guide the thread in front of the needle and under the hook pin.
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> To cut the excess thread, take thread end and gently pull it over the thread cutter.
> To thread the needle, lift the threader lever.
– The hook retreats and passes the thread through the needle eye where a loop is formed.
> Pull the thread through the needle eye.
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Threading the double needle
Prerequisite:
• The double needle is inserted.
• The second spool pin, felt disc and thread spool are installed.
> Guide the first thread in direction of the arrow on the right side of the tension disc (1).
> Guide the second thread in direction of the arrow on the left side of the tension disc (1).
> Guide the first and the second thread to the thread guide above the needle.
> Thread the first thread manually into the right needle.
> Thread the second thread manually into the left needle.
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Winding the bobbin thread
1 Spool disc 3 Thread pretension
2 Thread guide 4 Spool pin
> Place the thread spool and the appropriate spool disc on the spool holder.
> For small thread spools use the spool disc.
> In order to prevent tangling of the thread, please use a spool net.
> Guide the thread through the upper thread guide.
> Guide the thread around the thread pretension clockwise.
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> Place the thread end through one of the inner holes and place the empty bobbin on the winding unit.
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> Push the bobbin to the right.
> The button «Start/Stop» flashes and the display for winding appears.
> Hold the thread end with one hand.
> To start the winding process for a few rotations and then stop, push the button «»Start«/Stop», so that
the thread is held tight on the bobbin.
> Cut the thread end next to the inner hole.
> To continue the winding process, push the button «Start/Stop» or press the foot control.
> To stop the winding process, push the button «Start/Stop» or press the foot control.
> Remove the bobbin and cut the thread.
Threading the bobbin thread
Prerequisite:
• The needle is raised.
• The presser foot is raised.
• The machine is switched off.
> Open the bobbin cover by pushing the release button to the right.
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> Insert the new spool so that the thread is wound in the counterclockwise direction.
> Pull the thread into the slit (1).
> Press gently on the bobbin.
> Follow the arrow markings to bring the thread into the bobbin thread guide.
> To cut excess thread, take the thread end and pull over the thread cutter (2).
> Close the bobbin cover.
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3 Setup Program
3.1 Sewing settings
Adjusting the upper thread tension
Adjustments to the upper thread tension in the Setup Program affect all stitch patterns . Individual alteration
of the upper thread tension can also be made for currently selected stitches.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Alter the upper thread tension».
> Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons «+» or «-» to alter the upper thread
tension.
Adjusting the maximum sewing speed
By using this function, the maximum speed can be reduced.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Alter the maximum speed».
> Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons «+» or «-» to alter the maximum
speed.
Programming the securing stitches
If the function is activated, 4 securing stitches are sewn automatically at the pattern start after the thread
cut.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
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> Touch the switch using the touchscreen pen/finger to deactivate the securing stitches.
> Touch the switch again to activate the securing stitches.
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Adjusting the hovering height of the presser foot
The hovering height of the presser foot can be adjusted according to the fabric thickness from 1 to maximal
6 mm.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons».Touch the switch again to deactivate the presser foot raised
to hovering position with needle stop down.
> Touch the icon «Program the hovering position of the presser foot».
> Turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» or the «Lower Multifunction knob» or touch the icons «-» or «+»
to adjust the distance between the stitch plate and the presser foot.
Programming the button «Securing»
Number and type of securing stitches can be programmed.
The number of securing stitches for practical stitches can be programmed in the upper section of the display
(1).
Securing of decorative stitches or stitch pattern combinations can be programmed in the lower section of the
display (2).
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
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> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons».
> Touch the icon «Program securing».
> Touch the icons «-» or «+» in the upper section of the display (1) to program the number of securing
stitches in close succession for practical stitches.
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> Touch the icon «Securing» to activate automatic securing for decorative stitches and combined stitches.
> Touch the icons «-» or «+» in the lower section of the display (2) to program the number of securing
stitches in close succession.
> Touch the icon «Securing» again to deactivate automatic securing for decorative stitches and combined
stitches.
> To secure the selected pattern at the end, touch the icon «Pattern end».
– The machine secures and stops at the end of the pattern.
> To deactivate securing at the end of the pattern, touch the icon «Pattern end» again.
Programming the button «Thread cutter»
The automatic securing can be programed before the thread cut takes place.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons».
> Touch the icon «Program the button thread cutter».
> Touch the icon «Securing» to activate 4 securing stitches before cutting.
> Touch the icons «-» or «+» to program the number of securing stitches.
> Touch the icon «Securing» again to deactivate the automatic securing.
Adjusting the presser foot position with needle stop down
With lowered needle, the presser foot is raised to hovering position when the needle is programmed in the
down position.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons».Touch the switch again to deactivate the presser foot raised
to hovering position with needle stop down.
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> Touch the icon «Adjust the presser foot position with needle stop down».
> Touch the switch to activate the presser foot raised to hovering position with needle stop down.
> Touch the switch again to deactivate the presser foot raised to hovering position with needle stop down.
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Programming the button «Quick reverse»
It can be chosen either «Reverse sewing» or «Backstepping».
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons».Touch the switch again to deactivate the presser foot raised
to hovering position with needle stop down.
> Touch the icon «Program Quick reverse».
> Touch the icon «Backstepping» to activate backstepping.
> Touch the icon «Backstepping» to activate backstepping.
Programming the foot control individually
When the icon «Needle up/down» is activated, the needle is raised or lowered via a back kick on the foot
control. Alternatively, the presser foot can be positioned, the thread can be cut and the automatic securing
can be programmed.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> Touch the icon «Program the foot control».
– The icon «Needle up/down» is activated by default.
– The back kick on the foot control raises or lowers the needle.
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> Touch the icon «Program the back kick» to program the back kick.
> Touch the icon «Securing» to activate the automatic securing via the back kick.
> Touch the icons «-» or «+» to program the number of securing stitches.
> Touch the icon «Securing» again to deactivate the automatic securing via the back kick.
> Touch the icon «Cut thread» to activate the automatic thread cut via the back kick.
> Touch the icon «Cut thread» again to deactivate the thread cut via a back kick on the foot control.
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> Touch the icon «Position the presser foot» so that the presser foot remains down via the back kick.
> Touch the icon «Position the presser foot» again so that the presser foot remains up via the back kick.
– If only «Position the presser foot »is activated without «Cut thread» and «Securing», the function can
move presser foot to hovering position or highest position (12 mm).
Fabric thickness measurement
While sewing, the machine continuously checks the current fabric thickness and adjusts a proper presser foot
pressure in time to keep a smooth feed of the fabric.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sewing settings».
> To activate the automatic compensation of the presser foot pressure, touch the icon «Fabric thickness
measurement».
> To deactivate the automatic compensation of the presser foot pressure, touch the icon «Fabric thickness
measurement» again.
3.2 Embroidery settings
Adjusting the upper thread tension
Alterations of the upper thread tension in the Setup Program affect all embroidery motifs.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Embroidery settings».
> Touch the icon «Alter the upper thread tension».
> Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons «+» or «-» to alter the upper thread
tension.
Adjusting the maximum embroidering speed
By using this function, the maximum speed can be reduced.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Embroidery settings».
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> Touch the icon «Alter the maximum speed».
> Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons «+» or «-» to alter the maximum
speed.
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Calibrating the embroidery hoop
The calibration of the embroidery hoop is the coordination of the needle to the center of the embroidery
hoop.
Prerequisite:
• The embroidery module is connected and the embroidery hoop with the appropriate embroidery
template is attached.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Embroidery settings».
> Touch the icon «Calibrate the embroidery hoop».
– The machine recognizes the size of the attached embroidery hoop automatically and moves to the
center of the hoop.
> Center the needle via the arrow icons on the display and confirm.
Deactivating securing stitches
> «»Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Embroidery settings».
> Touch the icon «Securing stitches on/off».
> Touch the switch in the lower left corner of the display to deactivate the securing stitches.
– No securing stitches will be sewn and the bobbin thread needs to be brought up manually and held
when embroidering is started.
> Touch the switch again to activate the securing stitches.
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Adjusting the thread cut
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Embroidery settings».
> Touch the icon «Thread cut settings».
> To deactivate the automatic thread cut before changing a thread, press the switch in the upper section of
the display (1).
> To activate the automatic thread cut before changing a thread, press the switch in the upper section of
the display (1) again.
> Touch the switch in the lower section of the display (2) to deactivate the automatic thread cut after
starting embroidering.
– The machine won't stop for a manual thread cut.
> To activate the manual thread cut after embroidering, press the switch in the lower section of the display
(2).
– The machine will stop after about 7 stitches.
> Cut the remaining thread with scissors.
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Adjusting the height of the embroidery presser foot
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Embroidery settings».
> Touch the icon «Adjust the height of the embroidery presser foot».
> Turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» or the «Lower Multifunction knob» or touch the icons «-» or «+»
to adjust the distance between the stitch plate and the presser foot.
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3.3 Selecting personal settings
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Personal settings».
> Select the desired display color.
3.4 Monitoring functions
Activating the upper thread indicator
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Monitoring settings».
> Touch the switch in the upper portion of the display to deactivate the upper thread indicator.
> Touch the switch again to activate the upper thread indicator.
Activating the bobbin thread indicator
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Monitoring settings».
> Touch the switch in the lower section of the display to deactivate the bobbin thread indicator.
> Touch the switch again to activate the bobbin thread indicator.
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3.5 Sound on/off
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Sound on/off» to deactivate any audio signals in general.
> Touch the icon «Sound on/off» again to deactivate any audio signals in general.
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3.6 Machine settings
Adjusting the brightness of the display
The brightness of the display can be adjusted corresponding to the personal preferences.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Adjust the brightness».
> Move the slide in the upper portion of the display using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons
«+» or «-» to alter the brightness of the display.
Adjusting the sewing light
The brightness of the sewing light can be adjusted corresponding to the personal preferences.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Adjust the brightness».
> Move the slide in the upper portion of the display using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons
«+» or «-» to alter the brightness of the sewing light.
> Touch the switch to switch the sewing light off.
> Touch the switch again to switch the sewing light on.
Calibrating the display
Please find further information on this topic in the chapter attachment below troubleshooting at the end of
the instruction manual.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Calibrate the display».
> Touch the crosses in sequence using the touchscreen pen.
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Back to default setting
ATTENTION: Using this function will delete all individually made settings.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Default settings».
> Touch the icon «Default setting sewing».
> Touch the icon «Confirm» to restore the default settings for the sewing settings.
> Touch the icon «Default setting embroidery».
NOTICE
> Touch the icon «Confirm» to restore the default settings for the embroidery settings.
> Touch the icon «Default setting all».
> Touch the icon «Confirm» and restart the machine to restore all default settings.
Updating the machine Firmware
The latest firmware of the machine and a detailed step-by-step instruction for updating processes can be
downloaded at www mybernette.com . Personal data and settings are automatically transferred during a
firmware update.
USB stick (optional accessory) has been removed too early
Firmware has not been updated and the machine cannot be used.
> Remove the USB stick (Optional accessory) only after the saved data has been transferred successfully.
> Insert the BERNINA USB Stick (optional accessory), FAT32 formatted, providing the latest software into
the port.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
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> Touch the icon «Firmware version».
> Touch the icon «Update» to start the update of the firmware.
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Checking the firmware version
The firmware version of the machine is displayed.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Firmware version».
Reviewing the total number of stitches
The total number of stitches of the machine as well as the number of stitches since the last service carried
out by the specialized dealer are displayed.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Firmware version».
Selecting a language
The User Interface can be programmed in different languages according to the customer’s wish.
> Touch the icon «Setup Program».
> Touch the icon «Machine settings».
> Touch the icon «Language selection».
> Select a language.
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4 System settings
4.1 Calling up the Tutorial
The tutorial provides information and explanations on different sections concerning sewing and
embroidering and the various stitches.
> Touch the icon «Tutorial».
> Select the desired topic to get information.
4.2 Using eco mode
During a longer interruption of work the machine can be set into a power save mode. Nothing can be
selected in the display and the machine cannot be started.
> Touch the icon «eco» again.
– The display goes to sleep. The power consumption is reduced and the sewing light is off.
> Quickly click the green icon «eco» on the screen.
– The machine is ready for use.
4.3 Calling up the Creative Consultant
The Creative Consultant provides information about decision support concerning sewing projects. After
entering the fabric and the desired sewing project, suggestions for suitable needles, presser feet etc. are
displayed.
> Touch the icon «Creative Consultant».
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> Select the fabric to be sewn.
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1 Light-weight woven 7 Heavy knits
2 Medium-weight woven 8 Fake fur/coated fake fur
3 Heavy-weight woven 9 Toweling
4 Jeans 10 Fabric with a piled texture
5 Light knits 11 Leather and vinyl
6 Medium-weight knits 12 Net and Lace
System settings
> Select the sewing project.
– The stitch is changed automatically, but all other settings must be done by the user.
1 Seams 6 Creative sewing
2 Finishing edges 7 Machine quilting
3 Blindstitch hem 8 Free motion sewing
4 Buttonholes 9 Appliqués
5 Zippers
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1 Recommended stitch number 4 Recommended presser foot
2 Recommended needle 5 Reinforced buttonhole
3 Recommended thread 6 Stabilizer recommended
> Make the settings of the machine according to the instructions.
4.4 Cancelling any alterations with «clr»
Any alterations to motifs can be reset to default setting. Exceptions are saved motifs which have been filed in
the personal memory and monitoring functions.
> Touch the icon «clr».
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5.1 Overview selection menu sewing
1 Practical stitches 4 Buttonholes
2 Decorative stitches 5 Quilt stitches
3 Alphabets 6 Personal Memory
Creative sewing
Selecting a stitch pattern
> Select a stitch pattern, an alphabet or a buttonhole.
> Touch the icon «Scrolling» (1) to have more stitch patterns displayed.
> Touch the icon «Display all the stitch patterns» (2) to scale up the view.
> Touch the icon «Display all the stitch patterns» (2) again to downsize the stitch pattern view.
> Touch the icon «Stitch pattern number entry» (3) to select the stitch pattern via entering the stitch
number.
– If «!!!» appear when entering the stitch pattern, the stitch pattern cannot be used in the Combi
mode.
– If «???» appear when entering the stitch pattern, the stitch pattern doesn't exist.
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5.2 Dual Feed (DF)
It is recommended to match the presser foot pressure with the fabric. The thicker the fabric, the lower
the presser foot pressure.
The Dual Feed feeds the fabric from above and from beneath simultaneously. This provides an even and
careful feed forward even for smooth and thin materials. Striped and checkered patterns can be matched
perfectly by even feeding.
Application of the Dual Feed
In general, the Dual Feed is used for the following sewing projects:
• Sewing: All sewing applications with difficult fabrics such as for seams, zippers
• Patchwork: With accurate stripes, blocks and with decorative stitches up to a stitch width of 7 mm
• Appliqués: Sewing on ribbons and bias binding
Difficult-to-work-with fabrics are:
• Velvet, normally sewn with the grain
• Toweling
• Jersey, especially when sewing it crosswise to knit
• Fake fur or coated fake fur
• Fleece-types of fabrics
• Batted fabrics
• Stripes and checks
• Curtain fabrics with pattern repeats
«Sticky» fabrics are:
• Imitation leather, coated fabrics (Dual Feed presser foot with sliding sole)
Use the Dual Feed
Only use presser feet with the back opening when engaging the DF mechanism.
> Raise the presser foot.
> Swing the DF mechanism forward under the back of the presser foot until it clicks in position.
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> Raise the presser foot.
> Pull down the DF mechanism and swing it to the rear to disengage.
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5.3 Regulating the speed
The sewing speed can be adjusted infinitely variable with the slide.
> Move the slide to the left to reduce the sewing speed.
> Move the slide to the right to increase the sewing speed.
5.4 Adjusting the upper thread tension
Basic settings are applied automatically when a stitch pattern or program is selected.
When using different types of sewing threads, the optimal tension may vary. Therefore it may be necessary
to adjust the upper thread tension according to the sewing project as well as the desired stitch pattern
individually.
Alteration of the upper thread tension affect the currently selected stitch pattern or embroidery motif.
Permanent alterations of the upper thread tension for the sewing can be made in the Setup Program.
> Touch the icon «Upper thread tension».
> Move the slider in the display using the touchscreen pen/finger to increase or reduce the upper thread
tension.
5.5 Editing stitch patterns
Changing the stitch width
> Turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» to the left to narrow the stitch width.
> Turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» to the right to widen the stitch width.
> To call up further setting options, touch the icon «Stitch width» (1).
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Changing the stitch length
> Turn the «Lower Multifunction knob» to the left to shorten the stitch length.
> Turn the «Lower Multifunction knob» to the right to elongate the stitch length.
> To call up further setting options, touch the icon «Stitch length» (1).
Correcting the balance
Different fabrics, threads and stabilizers can affect the programmed stitch patterns so that they cannot be
sewn out correctly. The electronic balance can correct these deviation and the stitch pattern can be adjusted
optimally to the selected fabric.
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Balance».
– A preview of the stitch pattern is displayed.
> To correct the lengthwise direction of the stitch pattern, turn «Lower Multifunction knob» down until the
preview of the stitch pattern matches the sewn stitch pattern on the fabric.
> Changed balance settings can be saved for each stitch in «Personal Memory».
> Changed balance settings remain valid only until the «clr button»is pressed or the machine is switched
off.
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Programming pattern repeat
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» once to repeat the stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» twice up to 9 times to repeat the stitch pattern up to 9 times.
– The machine stops automatically after the programmed number of patterns has been sewn.
> To secure a step stitch at the sewing end, the icon «Securing» is activated.
> Touch the icon «Securing» to deactivate the securing.
Mirror image of stitch patterns
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Mirror image left/right» to mirror the stitch pattern from left to tight.
> Touch the icon «Mirror image up/down» to mirror the stitch pattern contrary to the sewing direction.
Editing stitch pattern length
Stitches from category satin stitch pattern can be lengthwise extended or shortened.
> Select a stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Editing stitch pattern length».
> Move the slide with or touch the «+»/«-» icons (1) to determine the length of the stitch pattern.
> Touch the icons «+»/ «-» (2) to determine the density of the stitch pattern.
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Permanent Quick reverse
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Permanent reverse sewing» (1) to sew permanently in reverse.
Backstepping
> Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Backstepping» (2) to backstep the stitches.
5.6 Combining stitch patterns
Overview Combi mode
1 Stitch width of the active stitch pattern 3 Combi mode/Single mode
2 Stitch length of the active stitch pattern 4 Individual stitch pattern within a combination
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Creating Stitch pattern combinations
In the Combi mode stitch patterns and alphabets can be combined according to your wish. Each
combination can hold up to 20 stitches. Patterns created in the Stitch Designer cannot be integrated in the
pattern combinations.
> Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode» (3).
> Select the desired stitch patterns.
> Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode» again to return to the single mode.
Editing a single stitch pattern
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> With the touchscreen pen/finger touch the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination to
select a single stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog to edit the single stitch pattern.
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Deleting a single stitch pattern
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> With the touchscreen pen/finger touch the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination to
select a single stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Delete» to delete the individual stitch pattern.
Adding a single stitch pattern
> In order to add a stitch pattern at the beginning, move to the very front of the stitch pattern group and
press the second upper arrow (1).
– Both upper arrows are inactive.
> Add a new stitch pattern.
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> Create a stitch pattern combination.
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> Touch the desired position (2) within the stitch pattern combination or touch the scroll arrow (3) to select
a single stitch pattern.
Mirroring a stitch pattern combination
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Edit the complete combination».
> Touch the icon «Mirror image left/right» to mirror the whole stitch pattern combination from the left to
the right.
> Touch the icon «Mirror image left/right» again to reset the alterations to default setting.
Programming pattern repeat
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Edit the complete combination».
> Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» once to repeat the stitch pattern combination.
– «Securing» at the final end of the combination is activated.
> Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» again to repeat the stitch pattern combination up to 9 times.
> Touch the icon«Pattern repeat» and hold until an «X» appears instead of a number.
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Securing a stitch pattern combination
Securing stitches at the end of the stitch pattern combination is activated.
> Touch the icon «Securing at the whole combination end» to deactivate securing at the end of the stitch
pattern combination.
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Edit the complete combination».
Saving a stitch pattern combination
To be able to use individually created stitch pattern combinations, they can be saved in «Personal Memory».
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern».
> Touch the icon «Confirm» or the yellow-framed icon to save the stitch pattern combination.
Loading a stitch pattern combination
> Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode».
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> > Touch the icon «Selection of stitch pattern combination».
> Select a stitch pattern combination.
Overwriting a stitch pattern combination
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern».
> Select the stitch pattern combination which is to be overwritten.
> Touch the icon «Confirm» to overwrite the stitch pattern combination.
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Deleting a stitch pattern combination
> Create a stitch pattern combination.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Edit the complete combination».
> Touch the icon «Delete».
> Touch the icon «Confirm».
5.7 Administering stitch patterns
Saving stitch patterns in personal memory
Creative sewing
In the filing system «Personal memory» any stitch patterns, also those which have been individually edited,
can be saved.
> Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole.
> Edit the stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern».
> Touch the icon «Confirm».
Overwriting stitch patterns from the personal memory
Prerequisite:
• The stitch pattern is saved in the personal memory.
> Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole.
> Edit the stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern».
> Select the stitch pattern which should be overwritten.
> Touch the icon «Confirm».
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Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory
Prerequisite:
• The stitch pattern is saved in the personal memory.
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> Touch the icon «Load stitch pattern».
> Select a stitch pattern.
Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory
Prerequisite:
• The stitch pattern is saved in the personal memory.
> Touch the icon «Personal memory».
> Touch the icon «Delete».
> Select a stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «Confirm».
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6 Practical stitches
6.1 Overview Practical stitches
Practical stitches
Stitch
patterns
Stitch
number
1 Straight stitch Seams and topstitching.
2 Zigzag Reinforcing seams, overcasting edges, sewing
3 Vari overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic
4 Running stitch Darning with running stitch, mending fabrics,
5 Securing Program Securing starts and ends of seams by straight
6 Triple Straight stitch Reinforced seams in heavy fabrics; visible
7 Triple Zigzag Reinforced seams in heavy fabrics; visible
Name Description
elastic seams and attaching lace.
fabrics.
reinforcing edges.
stitching.
hems and seams.
hems and seams.
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elastic thread in the bobbin.
9 Blindstitch Blind hems, shell edging effect on soft jerseys
and fine material, decorative seams.
10 Double overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of stretch
fabrics.
11 Superstretch stitch For highly stretch fabrics. For all types of
clothing.
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patterns
Stitch
Name Description
number
12 Gathering stitch Most types of fabric; gathering with shirring
elastic, butted seams = butting two pressed
edges and sewing together, decorative
stitches.
13 Stretch overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of stretch
fabrics.
14 Tricot stitch Visible hems, visible seams in lingerie,
sweaters, mending jersey.
15 Universal stitch For firm fabrics such as felt and leather. Flat
joining seams, visible seams, attaching elastic,
decorative seams.
16 Sewn-out Zigzag Edge finishing and reinforcing, attaching
elastic, decorative seam.
17 Lycra stitch For lycra fabrics; flat joining seams and hems,
reinforced seaming on underwear.
18 Stretch stitch For highly stretch fabrics; open seam for
sportswear.
19 Reinforced overlock For medium-weight knitware and toweling.
Overlock seams, flat joining seams.
20 Knit overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of hand and
machine knitted fabrics.
21 Basting stitch For seams and hems.
22 Simple Darning
Darning of holes and damaged fabric.
Program
23 Reinforced Darning
Program
Reinforcing darning holes and damaged
fabric.
24 Bartack Program Reinforcing pocket openings, sewing belt
loops.
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6.2 Sewing straight stitch
Match the stitch length with the sewing project, which means for denim fabrics long stitches (ca.3–
4mm), for fine fabrics short stitches (ca. 2 – 2.5 mm). Match the stitch length with the thread size, e.g.
long stitches when topstitching with Cordonnet (ca. 3 – 5 mm).
Prerequisite:
• The Zigzag foot (DA) is attached.
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Straight stitch No.1.
6.3 Securing with the automatic Securing Program
Due to a determined number of 6 stitches sewn forward and 6 stitches sewn backward, the securing is
regular.
Prerequisite:
• The Zigzag foot (DA) is attached.
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Securing Program No. 5.
> Press the foot control.
– The machine secures automatically.
> Sew the seam in the desired length.
> Push the button «Securing».
– The machine secures automatically and stops at the end of the securing program.
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6.4 Sewing in the zipper
As the fabric feed can be difficult when starting to sew, it is recommended to hold the threads firmly or
to pull the fabric slightly to the back for a few stitches or to sew 1 – 2 cm reverse first.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Straight stitch No.1.
> Close the zipper length with long stitches.
> Finish the seam allowance individually.
> Iron the seam.
> Open the zipper length.
> Baste the zipper under the fabric so that the fabric folded edges meet over the center of the zipper.
> Attach the Zipper foot (RJ).
> Attach the right side of the presser foot pin to the holder when sewing the left side of the zipper.
> Attach the left side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the
zipper.
> Sew the left side of the open zipper from top to bottom.
> Close the zipper, leaving approx. 5 cm open to the end.
> Stitch across the lower end and right side of the zipper .
> Remove the basting stitches.
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6.5 Sewing Triple straight stitch
The triple straight stitch is especially suitable for durable seams and for firm, densely woven fabrics such as
denim and corduroy.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Triple straight stitch No. 6.
1 Straight stitch 2 Triple Straight stitch
6.6 Sewing Triple zigzag
For firm materials such as denim, deckchair covers, awnings or frequently washed items. Finish raw edges
first. Seams on often washed items. Finish raw edges first.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Triple zigzag No. 7.
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6.7 Manual darning
Used for darning holes or worn areas in all fabric types.
If the thread is lying on top and a poor stitch formation results, slow down the movement of the sewing
project. If there are knots on the wrong side of the fabric, move the sewing project faster. When the thread
breaks, guide the sewing project more consistently.
> Remove the presser foot holder and attach the free motion foot (RX) to the presser foot holder bar.
– The pin (1) of the Darning-/Embroidery foot should lay on the top of the needle clamp screw (2).
> Press the free motion foot (RX) on firmly from behind with your index finger and tighten the screw (3).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Straight stitch No.1.
> Lower the feed dog.
> Attach the slide-on table.
> Hoop the sewing project in the round embroidery hoop (optional accessory).
– The darning area stays evenly taut and cannot be distorted.
> Sew from the left to the right, guide the fabric evenly by hand without using pressure.
> Move in curves when changing the direction to avoid holes and thread breakage.
6.8 Automatic darning and Reinforced darning
The simple Darning Program No. 22 is especially suitable for quick darning of worn or damaged areas. It is
recommended to use fine material as a backing for the worn and damaged areas or to stick an adhesive
interlining. The simple Darning Program No. 22 replaces threads along the lengthwise grain in all materials. If
the darning area becomes distorted, correct with the balance.
The reinforced Darning Program No. 23 is especially suitable for quick darning of worn or damaged areas.
The reinforced Darning Program No. 23 replaces threads along the lengthwise or transverse grain in all
materials.
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Prerequisite:
• The underlay material is fixed with basting stitches.
> Attach the Buttonhole foot with slide (RJ).
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> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the reinforced Darning Program No. 23.
> Lower the presser foot over the center of the tear.
> Adjust the button holder on the buttonhole foot to the desired length. The size of one darning sequence
is variable.
– The maximum sewing length is 2.6 cm (1 inch) and the maximum sewing width is 7 mm (9/32 inch).
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2 The width of sewing 4 Stop
> Position the fabric so that the needle is 2 mm (1/16 inch) in front of the area to be darned.
> Lower the presser foot.
When lowering the presser foot, do not push the front of the presser foot, otherwise the darning will not be
sewn in the correct size.
> Lead the upper thread down through the hole in the presser foot.
> Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible.
– The buttonhole lever is positioned behind the bracket on the buttonhole foot.
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> Hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing.
> If the sewing range is too big to sew, then we recommend to sew the area several times (or cross sew) to
get better sewing result.
6.9 Finishing edges
The Zigzag No. 2 is suitable for all materials. It can also be used for elastic seams as well as for decorative
sewing. Use darning thread for fine materials. When sewing satin stitch it is recommended to select a dense,
short the zigzag with a stitch length of 0.5 – 0.7 mm. The satin stitch can be used for appliqué and for
embroidering.
Prerequisite:
• The edge of the fabric should lie flat and not roll.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Zigzag No. 2.
> Neither select too wide a stitch nor too long a stitch.
> Guide the edge of the fabric into the center of the presser foot, so that the needle goes into the fabric
on one side and over the edge into the air on the other side.
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6.10 Sewing Double overlock
A double overlock seam is suitable for loose knits and cross seams in knits. When working with jersey, a
jersey needle should be used to prevent damaging the knit fabric. When sewing stretch materials, use a
stretch needle.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
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> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Double overlock No. 10.
6.11 Sewing Vari overlock
Sewing overcasting stitches along the edges of fabric to prevent them from fraying.. When sewing stretch
materials, use a stretch needle.
> Attach the Overlock foot (DI).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Double overlock No. 3.
> Sew the fabric with the fabric edge against the guide of the overcasting foot.
6.12 Edgestitching using the seam guide
When sewing parallel wider lines, it is recommended to guide the seam guide along the sewn of lines.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Straight stitch No.1.
> Insert the seam guide into the hole of the presser foot.
> Sew the first row and move over the fabric to sew subsequent rows with the guide riding along the
previous row of stitching.
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6.13 Sewing narrow hemming
> Attach the Hemmer foot (DG) Optional accessory.
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Straight stitch No.1.
> Fold the edge of the fabric over about 3 mm, then fold it over again 3 mm for about 5 cm along the
edge of the fabric.
> Position the needle in the fold by turning the handwheel towards you.
> Lower the presser foot.
> Sew several stitches and raise the presser foot.
> Insert the fabric fold into the spiral opening of the hemmer foot.
> Move the fabric back and forth until the fold forms a scroll shape.
> Lower the presser foot.
> Lower the presser foot and start sewing slowly guiding the raw edge of the fabric in front of the hemmer
foot evenly into the opening of the foot.
6.14 Sewing blind hems
For invisible hems in medium to heavy weight cotton, wool and blended materials.
Prerequisite:
• The fabric edges are finished.
> Attach the Blindstitch foot (DM).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Blindstitch No. 9.
> Fold the fabric as illustrated with the wrong side up.
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4 5
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> Place the fabric under the foot.
1 Wrong side of the fabric 4 Finished fabric edge
2 5 5 Light/Medium-weight fabric
3 Heavy-weight fabric 6 Right side of the fabric
> Turn the handwheel forwards by hand until the needle swings fully to the left.
> It should just pierce the fold of the fabric. If it does not, adjust the stitch width accordingly.
> Adjust the guide (2) by turning the knob (1) so that the guide just rests against the fold.
> Sew slowly, guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the guide.
– Turn over the fabric
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6.15 Sewing visible hems
The visible hem is especially suitable for elastic hems in jersey, cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fibers.
> Attach the Embroidery foot (JK).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select Tricot stitch No. 14.
> Iron the hem and baste if necessary.
> Reduce the presser foot pressure if necessary.
> Sew the hem at the preferred depth on the right side.
> Trim the excess fabric from the wrong side.
6.16 Sewing basting stitches
When sewing basting stitches, it is recommended to use a fine darning thread. This is easier to remove. The
longest stitch possible is 5 mm. The recommended stitch length is 3.5 – 5 mm. The basting stitch is suitable
or sewing projects where a very long stitch length is required.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Basting stitch No. 21.
> Select the stitch length.
> Pin the fabric layers at a right angle to basting direction to prevent the layers from slipping.
> Sew 3 – 4 securing stitches at the beginning and at the end.
6.17 Sew thick areas
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
– The black button on the left side of the presser foot will lock the presser foot in a horizontal position if
you push it in before lowering the presser foot (1). This ensures even feeding at the beginning of a
seam and helps when sewing multiple layers of fabric such as sewing over seams when hemming
jeans.
> When you reach the point of an increased thickness, lower the needle and raise the presser foot.
> Press the toe of the foot and push in the black button, then lower the foot and continue sewing.
– The black button releases automatically after sewing few stitches.
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To support the presser foot while manually supplying and sewing towards the folded edge, place another
piece of fabric with the same thickness on the backside of the seam.
1 Cardboard or thick fabric
6.18 Sewing Corners
> Stop the sewing machine when you reach a corner.
> Lower the needle into the fabric manually or by pressing the «Needle up/down» button.
> Raise the presser foot.
> Use the needle as a pivot and turn the fabric.
> Lower the presser foot and continue sewing.
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7 Decorative stitches
7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches
Depending on the type of material, simple or more complex decorative stitches should be selected to best
suit the material.
• Decorative stitches which are programmed with simple straight stitches are particularly appropriate for
light-weight materials, e.g. the Decorative stitch No. 142.
• Decorative stitches which are programmed with triple straight stitches or with a few satin stitches are
particularly appropriate for medium-weight materials, e.g. Decorative stitch No. 152.
• Decorative stitches which are programmed with satin stitches are particularly appropriate for mediumweight materials, e.g. Decorative stitch No. 142.
For a perfect stitch formation it is of advantage to use the same thread color for upper and bobbin thread
and a stabilizer. With pile or longfiber materials it is recommended to use an additional, water-soluble
stabilizer on the right side which can be easily removed after sewing.
Decorative stitch Stitch number Name
101-124 Satin stitches
125-132 Cross stitches
133-153 Floral stitches
154-218 Ornamental stitches
219-233 Novelty
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7.2 Altering the stitch density
With satin stitches (e. g. No. 101) the stitch density can be altered. If the stitch density is increased, the stitch
distance is enlarged. If the stitch density is decreased, the stitch distance is shortened. The programmed
length of the stitch pattern is not affected.
> Select the satin stitch.
> Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.
> Touch the icon «Edit pattern length/stitch density».
> Adjust the stitch density via the icons (1) «-» or «+».
7.3 Sewing cross stitches
Cross stitching is a traditional technique, and extends the range of decorative stitches. If the cross stitches
are sewn on fabric with a linen texture, they look like hand-stitched cross stitching. When cross stitches are
sewn with cotton embroidery thread, the stitch pattern appears fuller. Cross stitches are particularly used for
home furnishing, trimmings on garments and embellishing in general. As every following line refers to the
first row, it is important to stitch the first row in a straight line.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA) or the Embroidery foot (JK) or the Open embroidery foot (DN) (optional
accessory).
> Select a cross stitch of the Decorative stitch No.125-132 and combine it as desired.
> Stitch the first row using the seam guide to sew a straight line.
> Stitch the second row next to the first at a distance of one presser foot‘s width or using the seam guide.
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A
B
C
abc
8 Alphabets
8.1 Overview Alphabet
Block, Double block and Script alphabets can be sewn in two different sizes, in upper and lower case letters.
For a perfect stitch formation it is recommended to use the same thread color for upper and bobbin threads.
The fabric can be reinforced with embroidery stabilizer on the wrong side. When working with pile or
napped fabrics, e.g. toweling, use an additional, water-soluble stabilizer on the right side of the fabric.
Stitch patterns Name
Block alphabet
Double-Block
Script (Italics)
8.2 Creating lettering
It is recommend to sew a test sample using the desired thread, the original fabric and the original
stabilizer. Please make sure that the fabric is fed evenly and lightly without colloding and being caught.
Do not pull, push or hold the fabric while sewing.
> Select the icon «Alphabets».
> Select the font.
> Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode» to create a combination.
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> Touch the icon «Display alphabets» (1) to open an extended enter mode.
1
DEL
DEL
1
> Select the letters.
> Touch the icon «Display alphabets» (1) to have more letters and characters displayed.
> Touch the icon «DEL» to delete single letters of the entered text.
> Touch the icon «Display alphabets» again to close the extended enter mode.
Alphabets
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9 Buttonholes
9.1 Overview Buttonholes
To create the correct buttonhole for every button, every purpose and for every garment, the bernette b79 is
equipped with a considerable collection of buttonholes. The corresponding button can be sewn on
automatically. Eyelets can also be sewn.
Buttonhole Buttonhole
number
51 Standard buttonhole For light to medium-weight fabrics
52 Standard buttonhole
53 Stretch buttonhole For any highly elastic jersey made from
54 Round buttonhole with
55 Round buttonhole with
56 Keyhole buttonhole For firmer, non-stretch fabrics jackets,
Name Description
blouses, dresses, bedlinen.
For light to medium-weight fabrics
narrow
normal bartack
horizontal bartack
blouses, dresses, children's and baby
clothes, crafts.
cotton, wool, silk and synthetic fibers.
For medium to heavy-weight fabrics
dresses, jackets, coats, rain wear.
For medium to heavy-weight fabrics in
all kinds of different materials; dresses,
jackets, coats, rain wear
coats, leisure wear.
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57 Keyhole buttonhole
with pointed bartack
58 Keyhole buttonhole
with horizontal bartack
For firm, non-stretch fabrics; jackets,
coats, leisure wear.
For firm, non-stretch fabrics; jackets,
coats, leisure wear.
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Buttonhole Buttonhole
number
59 Straight stitch
63 Heirloom For light to medium-weight woven
64 Double-rounded
66 Buttonhole with double
69 Decorative buttonhole
71 Stretch buttonhole For jeans or stretch fabric with a coarse
Name Description
Program for staystitching buttonholes,
buttonhole
for pocket openings, reinforcing
buttonholes, especially for buttonholes
in leather and imitation leather.
fabrics blouses, dresses, leisure wear,
bedlinen.
For medium to heavy-weight fabrics in
buttonhole
all kinds of different materials.
Decorative buttonhole for medium
pointed bartack, narrow
weight fabrics blouses, dresses, jackets.
For decorative buttonholes in firmer,
with double pointed
non-elastic fabrics.
bartack
weave.
60 Button sew-on program For buttons with 2 and 4 holes.
61 Eyelets with small
zigzag
Openings for cords and narrow ribbons,
for decorative work.
62 Straight-stitch eyelet Openings for cords and narrow ribbons,
for decorative work.
9.2 Marking buttonholes
> Mark the positions of the buttonhole on the fabric.
– The maximum buttonhole length is 3 cm (1 3/16 inch). (Total of diameter + thickness of button.)
> The size of the buttonhole is determined by the button inserted in the buttonholder plate.
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9.3 Sewing a buttonhole automatically
> Attach the Buttonhole foot with slide (RJ).
> Pull out the button holder plate and insert the button.
> Pass the thread trough the hole in the presser foot, then be placed the thread under the foot.
> Touch the icon «Buttonholes».
> Select the buttonhole.
> Adjust the stitch width and the stitch length to the desired width and density.
> Position the fabric under the presser foot so that the centerline‘s mark is aligned with the center of the
buttonhole foot (1).
> Push the button «Start/Stop».
– While the buttonhole lever is raised, the error message is displayed to remind you to lower the
buttonhole lever.
> Pull down the buttonhole lever as far as possible until it clicks into place.
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> Hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing.
– After the buttonhole has been sewn, the machine sews a securing stitch automatically and then stops.
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> After sewing the buttonhole, raise the buttonhole lever until it stops.
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> Cut the buttonhole and take care not to cut the beaded seam on both sides.Use a pin as a stopper at the
bartack so you do not cut too much.
9.4 Reinforce buttonhole
When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, hook a heavy thread or a cord under the buttonhole foot.
> Attach the Buttonhole foot with slide (RJ).
> Pull out the button holder plate and insert the button.
> Pass the thread trough the hole in the presser foot, then be placed the thread under the foot.
> Bring the two cord ends to the front of the foot and insert them in the grooves, then temporarily tie
them there.
> The stitch width and stitch length has to be adjusted before the sewing starts.
> Lower the presser foot an sew the buttonhole.
– The buttonhole will sew over the cord, covering it.
> Pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop disappears in the bartack.
> Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric (using a hand stitching-needle), knot or
secure with stitches.
9.5 Sewing on buttons
With the button sew-on program, buttons with 2 or 4 holes, push buttons or latches can be sewn on. For a
increased stability the button sew-on program can be sewn twice. When sewing on a button with 4 holes,
the front holes should be sewn first.
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With the Button sew-on Program the first securing stitch is always stitched into the left hole of the button.
> Attach the Button-sew-on foot (RC).
> Touch the icon «Buttonholes».
> Lower the feed dog.
> Select the Button sew-on Program No. 60.
> Place the button on the sewing project.
> Check distances between holes with the handwheel. If necessary, alter the stitch width.
> Hold the threads when starting to sew.
– The machine sews the Button sew-on Program and stops automatically.
– If a shank is required, place a darning needle on top of the button and sew.
> Pull on both bobbin threads until the ends of the upper threads are visible on the wrong side.
> Knot the ends manually.
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9.6 Sewing eyelets
For increased stability sew the eyelet twice.
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA) or the Embroidery foot (JK) or the Open embroidery foot (DN) (optional
accessory).
> Touch the icon «Buttonholes».
> Select the Eyelet Program No. 61 or No. 62.
> Turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» or the «Lower Multifunction knob» to alter the size of the eyelet.
> Sew the Eyelet Program.
– The machine stops automatically at the end of the Eyelet Program.
> Use an awl, punch pliers or a hole punch to open the eyelet.
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10 Quilting
10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches
Quilting
Stitch
patterns
Stitch
number
1001 Quilting, Securing
1002 Quilting straight stitch Straight stitch 2 mm stitch length, to join
1003 Piecing stitch/Straight
1004 Handlook quilt stitch
1006 Decorative Quilt stitch
1008 Blanket stitch For appliqué and sewing on ribbons.
Name Description
To secure at the sewing start and sewing end
Program
stitch
1005, 1030, 1034,
1035
variations
1007, 1010-1012,
1015-1019,
1025-1027, 1031-1032
with short stitches forward.
patchwork parts.
Straight stitch at 3 mm stitch length.
Imitation of handlook quilt stitch with
monofilament.
For "Crazy Patchwork" and embellishing.
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1013 Blanket stitch dual To edgestitch between two appliqués, "Crazy
Patchwork".
1014 Double blanket stitch
dual
To edgestitch between two appliqués, "Crazy
Patchwork".
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Stitch
patterns
Stitch
number
1020 Feather stitch variations
1024 Stippling stitch Imitation of stipple quilting.
1029 Feather stitch
Name Description
For "Crazy Patchwork" and embellishing.
1021-1023
For "Crazy Patchwork" and embellishing.
1028, 1033
10.2 Quilting, Securing Program
> Attach the Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Quilt stitches».
> Select Quilt stitch pattern No. 1001.
> Press the foot control.
– The machine sews 5 stitches forward automatically when sewing is started.
> Sew the seam in the desired length.
> Push the button «Securing».
– The machine sews 5 stitches forward automatically and stops automatically at the end of the Securing
Program.
10.3 Sewing handlook quilt stitches
Handlook quilt stitches are suitable for all fabrics and sewing projects which should look hand sewn. It is
recommended to use a monofilament thread as upper thread and an embroidery thread as bobbin thread.
The sewing speed should be moderate to prevent the monofilament from breaking. If required, the upper
thread tension and the balance can be adjusted to the sewing project and the desired quilt stitch.
> Attach the embroidery foot (JK) / Zigzag foot (DA).
> Touch the icon «Quilt stitches».
> Select the Handlook quilt stitch No. 1004, 1005, 1030, 1034 or 1035.
> If required, adjust the upper thread tension and the balance to the sewing project and the desired quilt
stitch.
> Press the foot control or the button «Start/Stop» to start the machine.
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10.4 Guiding the quilt work freely
Quilt gloves with rubber fingertips (optional accessory) will help when guiding the fabric.
It is recommended to use the extension table (optional accessory) and the Free Hand System. With freemotion quilting, it is of advantage to quilt from the center outwards and to guide the fabric using smooth,
round movements to form the design of your choice. Free-motion quilting and darning are based on the
same free-motion principles.
With stipple quilting, entire surfaces of the fabric are filled with quilt stitches. The single lines of stitching are
rounded and never cross one another.
Prerequisite:
• The top layer, the batting and the backing are pinned together or basted.
> Lower the feed dog.
> Attach the free-motion embroidery foot (RX) to the presser foot holder bar.
– The pin (1) of the Darning-/Embroidery foot should lay on the top of the needle clamp screw (2).
> Press the free-motion foot on firmly from below with your index finger and tighten the screw (3).
> Touch the icon «Practical stitches».
> Select the Straight stitch No. 1.
> If necessary adjust the upper thread tension according to the sewing project.
> Press the foot control or the button «Start/Stop» to start the machine.
> Hold both hands close to the presser foot like an embroidery hoop to guide the fabric.
> If the thread is lying on top of the fabric, slow down the movement.
> If there are knots on the wrong side of the fabric, move the fabric more quickly.
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11 Stitch Designer
11.1 Overview Stitch Designer
Buttonholes and darning stitches cannot be edited in the Stitch Designer.
1 Back 9 Inserting/Editing a stitch
2 Redo 10 Scrolling through points
3 Point position 11 Creating a new stitch pattern
4 Zoom out 12 Deleting
5 Zoom in 13 Triple stitch
6 Stitch pattern view 14 Duplicating
7 Moving the view 15 Engaging at the grid
8 Relocating points/Selecting points
11.2 Creating your own stitch pattern
The stitch patterns which have been created in the Stitch Designer can be saved in your «Personal
memory».
The Stitch Designer allows creating your personal stitch patterns as well as editing existing stitch patterns. By
moving the touchscreen pen or the finger, your personal stitch patterns can be created on the display.
In the left portion of the display the position of the currently active point is indicated additionally: The
horizontal distance of the point to the center line is indicated in millimeters. The vertical distance of the point
to the previous point is also indicated in millimeters.
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Buttonholes and darning stitches cannot be edited in the Stitch Designer.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
– The last active stitch pattern appears in the «Stitch pattern view» and can be edited.
– The guides are displayed, the spacing is 0.5 mm.
– The function «Inserting/Editing a stitch» is activated.
> Touch the icon «Creating a new stitch pattern» to empty the «Stitch pattern view».
> Add a point on the display with the touchscreen pen/finger.
> Add more points on the display as desired.
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> If a stitch design ends with reverse stitches or is a closed shape, a forward stitch must be inserted on the
same vertical axis as the first stitch so that the design can be sewn continuously.
– In the preview window in the left display portion it can be seen whether or not a stitch design is sewn
continuously.
> Touch the icon «Confirm».
– The stitch design is displayed and can be sewn.
– More than 3 mm of the line point will average allocate the next point distance automatically.
Creating stitch designs using screen dots
> Touch the icon «Grid on/off» to display the center of the hoop on the display.
– Every inserted point is automatically placed on the nearest grid point.
Free hand drawing
> Using the finger or the touchscreen pen, touch the stitch pattern view and draw a stitch design.
11.3 Editing the view
> Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
> Touch the icon «Zoom out» to minimize the view of the stitch pattern.
> Touch the icon «Zoom in» to enlarge the downsized stitch pattern view.
> Touch the icon «Move the view».
> Move the view of the stitch pattern using the touchscreen pen/finger.
11.4 Inserting points
A new point is inserted after a current position indicated by a white dot.
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
> Touch the icon «Engaging at the grid» to have the grid points displayed.
– Every inserted point is automatically placed on the nearest grid point.
> Touch the icon «Scroll up»/«Scroll down» to select the point.
> Touch the desired position in the «Stitch pattern view» with the touchscreen pen/finger.
– The new point is inserted after the selected point and can be moved to the desired position with the
multifunction knobs.
> Touch the icon «Back» to undo the last work step.
> Touch the icon «Redo» to restore the last work step.
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11.5 Relocating the points
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
> Touch the icon «Relocating points/Selecting points».
> Touch the desired point in the stitch pattern view to select the point.
> Touch the icon «Scroll up» to add the previous point to the selection.
> Touch the icon «Scroll down» to add the following point to the selection.
> Turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» to relocate the selected points horizontally.
> Turn the «Lower Multifunction knob» to relocate the selected points vertically.
11.6 Duplicating points
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
> Touch the icon «Relocating points/Selecting points».
> Touch the desired point in the stitch pattern view to select the point.
> Touch the icon «Scroll up» to add the previous point to the selection.
> Touch the icon «Scroll down» to add the previous point to the selection.
> Touch the icon «Duplicate».
– All selected points are duplicated.
– The direction, type and length of the activated points are transferred.
11.7 Deleting points
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
> Touch the icon «Relocating points/Selecting points».
> Touch the desired point in the Stitch pattern view to select the point.
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> Touch the icon «Scroll up» to add the previous point to the selection.
> Touch the icon «Scroll down» to add the following point to the selection.
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> Touch the icon «Delete» to delete all the selected points of the stitch pattern.
11.8 Activating the triple stitch
> Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.
> Touch the icon «Stitch Designer».
> Touch the icon «Relocating points/Selecting points».
> Touch the desired point in the Stitch pattern view to select the point.
> Touch the icon «Scroll up» to add the previous point to the selection.
> Touch the icon «Scroll down» to add the following point to the selection.
Stitch Designer
> Touch the icon «Triple stitch» to activate the triple stitch for the selected points.
– If only one point is selected, the stitch in front of the selected point is activated.
> Touch the icon «Triple stitch» again to deactivate the triple stitch for the selected points.
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