Bernette Palermo 5 User Manual

Instruction Manual

SYMBOL INSTRUCTIONS

Raise needle

Raise presser foot Lower presser foot

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.

DANGER

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type 5W.

WARNING

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by or near children.

2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only the attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3. Never operate this appliance 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. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings block. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.

6. Always use the proper needle plate, a wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.

7. Do not use bent needles.

8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.

9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the light.

10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

12. Do not use outdoors.

13. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.

15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

16. The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is 75dB(A).

17. Please turn off the machine or unplug when the machine is not operating properly.

18. Never place anything on the foot controller.

19. If the supply cord that fixed with foot controller is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

20. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

21. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

- To reduce the risk of electric shock:

- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

CONTENTS

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE ....................................................1

BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE..........................................................2-3

LCD SCREEN.........................................................................4

PATTERN CHART .....................................................................5

ACCESSORIES .......................................................................6

CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE.....................................7

Connecting the machine..............................................................7

STARTING SEWING....................................................................8

Foot control........................................................................8

ADJUSTING THE PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE.............................................8

REPLACING THE NEEDLE..............................................................9

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT........................................................9

MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD..................................................10

TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART ......................................................11

WINDING THE BOBBIN.............................................................12-13

Bobbin winding .................................................................12-13

INSERTING THE BOBBIN..............................................................14

THREADING THE UPPER THREAD ...................................................15-16

USING THE NEEDLE THREADER .......................................................17

THREAD TENSION ...................................................................18

RAISING UP THE LOWER THREAD......................................................19

CUTTING THE THREAD ...............................................................19

TWO-STEP PRESSER FOOT LIFTER.....................................................20

TO RAISE OR DROP THE FEED DOGS...................................................20

OPERATION BUTTONS.............................................................21-22

Reverse button....................................................................21

Auto-lock button ...................................................................21

Needle up/ down position button ......................................................22

FUNCTION BUTTONS..............................................................23-25

Stitch width adjustment button ........................................................23

Stitch length adjustment button........................................................24

MODE selection button..............................................................24

Mirror button......................................................................25

MEMORY BUTTONS ..................................................................26

Memory button....................................................................26

Clear button......................................................................26

Arrow button .....................................................................26

SELECTION BUTTONS................................................................27

Direct pattern selection and number buttons .............................................27

USEFUL SKILLS...................................................................28-29

Sewing corners....................................................................28

Reverse..........................................................................28

Free arm.........................................................................28

Sewing on the heavy fabric...........................................................29

STRAIGHT STITCHES AND NEEDLE POSITION............................................30

ZIGZAG STITCHES...................................................................30

STRETCH STITCH....................................................................31

CONTENTS

OVERCASTING STITCHES.............................................................32

Using the overcasting foot ...........................................................32

Using the all purpose foot............................................................32

BLIND HEM/ LINGERIE STITCH.........................................................33

BUTTON SEWING....................................................................34

BUTTONHOLE STITCHING..........................................................35-38

Making a buttonhole on stretch fabrics..................................................38

EYELET STITCH .....................................................................39

DARNING STITCH .................................................................40-41

ZIPPER INSERTION................................................................42-43

Inserting a centered zipper...........................................................42

Inserting a side zipper...............................................................43

NARROW HEMMING..................................................................44

CORDING...........................................................................45

Single cording.....................................................................45

Triple cording .....................................................................45

SATIN STITCH SEWING ...............................................................46

QUILTING...........................................................................47

SCALLOP STITCH....................................................................47

Scallop edging ....................................................................47

GATHERING.........................................................................48

S M O C K I N G .........................................................................4 9

FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51

Darning..........................................................................50

Embroidery.......................................................................51

M o n o g r a m m i n g....................................................................5 1

FAGOTING..........................................................................52

PATCHWORK STITCHING..............................................................52

MIRROR ............................................................................53

TWIN NEEDLE (Optional) .............................................................54

WALKING FOOT (Optional) ............................................................55

MEMORY.........................................................................56-58

Combining patterns..............................................................56-57

Adding patterns....................................................................57

Clearing patterns...................................................................57

Recalling and sewing the memorized pattern..........................................57-58

WARNING FUNCTIONS................................................................59

Warning animation message display ...................................................59

Instruction animation message display..................................................59

Warning beeping sound .............................................................59

REPLACING THE LIGHT BULB .........................................................60

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................61-62

Cleaning the screen ................................................................61

Cleaning the sewing machine surface ..................................................61

Cleaning the hook...............................................................61-62

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE........................................................63-64

QUICK ADJUSTMENT REFERENCE CHART............................................65-66

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE

Tension dial

Presser foot pressure

Face plate

Operation buttons

Thread cutter

Auto needle threader

Buttonhole lever

Needle plate cover

Sewing table and accessory box

Pattern plate

bobbin winder spindle

Speed limiting adjustment lever

LCD screen

Function buttons

Memory buttons

Selection buttons

Function buttons

Bobbin stopper

Hole for second spool pin

Handwheel

Main power switch

Power cord

Foot controller connector

Horizontal spool pin

Handle

Presser foot lifter

Drop feed lever

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BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE

A. Operation buttons (see page 21/22)

1. Reverse button

Hold down this button to sew either backwards or a reinforcement stitch at a low speed.

2. Auto-lock button

Hold down this button to sew locking stitches immediately or at the end of the current patterns and automatically stop.

3. Needle up/down position button

Press this button to move the needle either up or down.

4. Speed limiting adjustment lever

Slide this lever to change the sewing speed.

B. Function buttons (see page 23/24/25)

5. Stitch length adjustment button

Press this button to adjust the length of the stitch.

6. Stitch width adjustment button

Press this button to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch.

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BUTTON OF THE MACHINE

7. Mode selection button

Press this button to select direct mode, utility and decorative pattern mode.

8. Mirror button

Press this button to sew a reflection pattern.

C. Memory buttons (see page 26)

9. Memory button

Press this button to enter or store the created pattern combination in the memory.

10.Arrow button

Press the " " button or " " button until the actual stitch number is displayed.

11.Clear button

If an incorrect pattern is selected or memorized, pressing this button will clear it.

D. Selection buttons (see page 27)

12.Direct pattern selection and number buttons

Instant access to direct pattern or press number buttons of the pattern number to select the desired pattern.

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Direct Pattern

Mirror

Needle up

Auto-lock

LCD SCREEN

Buttonhole lever Bobbin winding

Needle positionReverse

Pattern number

Direct mode

Pattern

Needle down

Auto-stop

Reverse

Pattern number

Normal mode

Suggested

presser foot

Stitch width

Mirror

Stitch length

Stitch width

Number of current unit Total number of unit

Memory

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PATTERN CHART

The portion marked in colored on the chart below shows the one unit of each pattern.

A. Direction Patterns

1 3

B. Patterns

5 6 7 8 9 02

18 19 20

34 35 36 37 38 39

49 50

04 05 06 07 08 09 10

21 22

51 52

25 26

41 42

11 12

28 29

59 60

15 01 16

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Standard

1. All purpose foot (T)

2. Zipper foot (I)

3. Buttonhole foot (D)

4. Overcasting foot (E)

5. Blind hem foot (F)

6. Satin stitch foot (A)

7. Button sewing foot

8. Brush/ Seam ripper

9. Spool holder (Large)

10.Spool holder (Small)

Edge/quilting guide

11.

12.Screwdriver (L & S)

13.Bobbin (3x)

14.Pack of needle (5x)

15.Spool pin felt

16.Second spool pin

ACCESSORIES

Standard

1 2 3 4

006186008 006905008

006904008

6

D3A1514000

006914008006172008

006099008

006907008

Optional

17.Cording foot (M)

18.Hemmer foot (K)

19.Quilting foot (P)

20.Darning/ Embroidery foot

21.Gathering foot

22.Twin needle

23.Walking foot

R12373209

006084009

Optional

TA10943209

14 15

006221008

006813008

006900008

006008001

006015009

006012008

R60033209

006916008

006016008

006917008

006020008 0061850081

CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE

Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main

switch is on ("O"). when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts.

ONOFF

Connecting the machine

Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency shown on the machine is conforming with your electrical power.

Place the machine on a stable table.

1. Connect the power line cord to the machine by inserting the 2-hole plug into the terminal box.

2. Connect the power line plug to the electric outlet.

3. Turn on the power switch.

4. The sewing lamp will light up when the switch is turned on.

To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.

Polarized plug information

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other), to reduce the risk of electrical shock; this plug will 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. Do not modify the plug in any way.

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STARTING SEWING

Foot control

With the sewing machine turned off, insert the foot control plug into its connector on the sewing machine.

Turn on the sewing machine, and then slowly depress the foot control to start sewing.

Release the foot control to stop the sewing machine.

Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as how to connect the machine to the power source. Unplug the power cord when the machine is not in use.

The appliance must be used with the foot controller C-9000.

ADJUSTING PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE

Standard presser foot pressure set at "2".

The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-set and no need for change unless sewing particular type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight).

If you do need to adjust the presser foot pressure, turn the presser adjusting screw by ones finger.

For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure by turning the screw counterclockwise to move the screw upward and the pressure decreased. If kept turning the screw, it could be take out. By that time, just turn the screw clockwise, it could be locked back and readjust the pressure.

For heavy fabric, tighten the pressure by turning the screw clockwise to move the screw downward and the pressure increased. Once screw could not be moved any further, it has been reached the bottom, pls do not turn any more.

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REPLACING THE NEEDLE

Attention: Turn power switch to off

("O") when carrying out any of the above operations!

Change the needle regularly, especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions.

A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten

again after inserting the new needle. The flat side of the shaft should be towards the back.

B. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.

Needles must be in perfect condition.

Problems can occur with:

- Bent needles

- Blunt needles

- Damaged points

CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT

Attention: Turn power switch to off

("O") when carrying out any of the above operations!

Attaching the presser foot holder (1) Raise the presser foot bar (a). Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated.

Attaching the presser foot (2) Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the

cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d). Raise the lever (e). Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the

presser foot (f) will engage automatically.

Removing the presser foot (3) Raise the presser foot. Raise the lever (e) and the foot will disengages.

Attaching the e (4)

Attach the e (g) in the slot as illustrated. Adjust according to need for hems, pleats, etc.

dge/quilting guide

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MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD

Needle size

9-11/65-75

12/80

14/90

16/100

18/110

Fabrics

Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile, serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks, cotton knits, tricots, jerseys, crepes, woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.

Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin, kettleclote, sailcloth, double knits, lightweight woollens.

Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck, woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.

Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens, outdoor tent and quilted fabrics, denims, upholstery material (light to medium).

Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics, upholstery fabrics, some leathers and vinyls.

Thread

Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon or polyester.

Most threads sold are medium size and suitable for these fabrics and needle sizes.

Use polyester threads on synthetic materials and cotton on natural woven fabrics for best results.

Always use the same thread on top and bottom.

Heavy duty thread, carpet thread. (Use heavy foot pressurelarge numbers.)

Important: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric

NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION

Needles

HA x 1

15 x 1

15 x 1/ 130/ 705H

15 x 1/ 130/ 705H (SUK)

130PCL/ 705H-LR/LL

Explanation

Standard sharp needles. Sizes range thin to large. 9 (65) to 18 (110)

Semi-ball point needle, scarfed. 9 (65) to 18 (110)

Full ball point needle 9 (65) to 18 (110)

Leather needles. 12 (80) to 18 (110)

Type of fabric

Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk, etc. Qiana. Not recommended for double knits.

Natural and synthetic woven fabrics, polyester blends. Knits-polyesters, interlocks, tricot, single and double knits. Can be used instead of 15x1 for sewing all fabrics.

Sweater knits, Lycra, swimsuit fabric, elastic.

Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller hole than standard large needle.

Note:

- Twin needles can be purchased for utility and decorative work.

- European needles show sizes 65, 70, 80 etc. American and Japanese needles show size 9, 11, 12 etc.

- Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and / or at first thread breakage or skipped stitches.

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TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART

PRESSER FOOT

All purpose foot (T)

Zipper foot (I)

Buttonhole foot (D)

Button sewing foot

APPLICATION

General sewing, Patchwork stitches, Decorative stitching, Smocking, Fagoting, etc.

Inserting zippers

Buttonhole sewing

Button sewing

NEEDLE NEEDLE

PRESSER FOOT

APPLICATION

Cording

Cording foot (M)

(Optional)

Narrow hemming

Hemmer foot (K)

(Optional)

Darning Free embroidery Monogramming

Darning/ Embroidery foot

(Optional)

Quilting

Quilting foot (P)

(Optional)

Overcasting foot (E)

Overcasting

Gathering foot

(Optional)

Blind hem stitching

Gathering

This foot helps to prevent uneven feeding of very difficult fabrics

Blind hem foot (F)

Satin stitch sewing

Walking foot

(Optional)

Satin stitch foot (A)

Note: The twin needle is optional. It is not include with the accessories. When sewing with twin needle, the stitch width should be set at less than "5.0".

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Bobbin winding

WINDING THE BOBBIN

1. Place the thread and spool holder onto the spool pin.

For smaller spools of thread, place spool holder with the small side next to the spool or use the small spool holder.

2. Snap the thread into the thread guide .

3. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder tension discs.

4. Place the thread end through one of the inner holes in the bobbin as illustrated and place empty bobbin on the spindle.

5. Push the bobbin to right.

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WINDING THE BOBBIN

6. When the bobbin winder spindle is pushed to the right, bobbin winding position, the symbol " " is shown on the LCD screen. It will disappear from the LCD screen when the bobbin winder spindle is pushed back to the left into the sewing

Patterns

position.

7. Hold the thread tail securely in one hand.

8. Press on the foot control to start the sewing machine.

9. After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin.

Continue filling the bobbin until it is full. The motor stops automatically when the bobbin is full. Stop the machine. Push the bobbin winder spindle to left.

10.Cut the thread and then remove the bobbin.

Please Note: When the bobbin winder switch is placed on the right, "bobbin winding position", the machine will not sew and the handwheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder switch to the left "sewing position".

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INSERTING THE BOBBIN

Attention: Turn power switch to off

("O") before inserting or removing the bobbin.

When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be fully raised.

1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running in a counterclockwise direction (arrow).

2. Pull the thread through the slit (A).

3. Pull the thread toward the left and along the inside of the spring until it slips into the notch (B) being sure that the thread does not slip out of the slit (A).

4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread and attach the bobbin cover plate. (C)

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THREADING THE UPPER THREAD

Please Note: It is important to carry out the threading correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result.

Start by raising the needle to its highest point, and also raise the presser foot to release the tension discs.

1. Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the spool pin so that the thread comes from the front of the spool, then place the spool cap at the end of the spool pin.

2. Draw the thread from the spool through the upper thread guide.

3. Guide the thread around the thread guide pulling the thread through the pre-tension spring as illustrated.

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THREADING THE UPPER THREAD

4. Thread the tension module by passing the thread between the silver discs.

5. Then, down and around the check spring holder.

6. At the top of this movement, pass the thread from right to the left through the slotted eye of the take-up lever and then downwards again.

Pass the thread behind the flat, horizontal thread guide.

7. Guide the thread through the wire loop. Pull the end of the thread through the needle from front

to rear, and pull out about 10 cm of thread. Use the needle threader to thread the needle. (On the

next page.)

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USING THE NEEDLE THREADER

Attention: Turn power switch to the

off position ("O").

Raise the needle to its highest position and lower the presser foot.

1. Lower the needle threader lever slowly and draw the thread through the thread guide as illustrated and then to the right.

2. The needle threader automatically turns to the threading position and the hook pin passes through the needle eye.

3. Take the thread in front of the needle.

4. Hold the thread loosely and release the lever slowly. The hook will turn and pass the thread through the needle eye forming a loop.

Pull the thread through the needle eye.

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