Bernina 560 Owner's Manual

Name: Bernina 560
Brand: Bernina
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Introduction

Dear BERNINA Customer,

Congratulations! You’ve decided on BERNINA, a reliable choice that will delight you for years to come. For over 100 years, our family has placed the highest value on satisfied customers. For myself, it is a matter of personal pride to offer you Swiss precision at the height of perfection, future-oriented sewing technology, and a comprehensive customer service.

Presenting the B 560, BERNINA launches an ultramodern sewing-/embroidery computer. Apart from the highest demand on technology, we have also focused on the design; after all we sell our products to creative people like you, who expect a high standard of best quality and appreciate the design vocabulary.

Enjoy the creative sewing and embroidery with your BERNINA 560 and find out about our varied range of accessory. Let yourself be inspired by new sewing projects and visit us at www.bernina.com.

And don’t forget to make use of service and maintenance offers from our highly trained

BERNINA dealers.

I wish you lots of pleasure and many creative hours with your new BERNINA.

H.P. Ueltschi

Owner

BERNINA International AG

CH-8266 Steckborn

www.bernina.com

1. Edition

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Safety Instructions

Important Information

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all the instructions before using this sewing-/embroidery computer.

When the sewing-/embroidery computer is not in use, it should be disconnected from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the outlet.

DANGER!

To reduce the risk of electrical shock:

1.The sewing-/embroidery computer should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2.Always unplug this sewing-/embroidery computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

3.LED Radiation – Do not view directly with optical instruments. Class 1M LED product.

WARNING!

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

1.Use this sewing-/embroidery computer only for purposes as described in this manual. Use only attachments, accessories and parts recommended by the manufacturer.

2.Do not allow this sewing-/embroidery computer to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing-/embroidery computer is used by or near children and infirm persons. The sewing-/embroidery computer 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 sewing-/embroidery computer by a person responsible for their safety. To ensure children do not play with

the sewing-/embroidery computer they must be supervised.

3. Never operate this sewing-/embroidery computer if:

it has a damaged cord or plugit is not working properly

it has been dropped or damagedit has fallen into water

Return the sewing-/embroidery computer to your local authorized BERNINA dealer for examination or repair.

4. Never operate the sewing-/embroidery computer with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing-/ embroidery computer free from the accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.

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

6. Never insert any objects into any openings on the sewing-/embroidery computer.

7. Do not use the sewing-/embroidery computer outdoors.

8. Do not operate the sewing-/embroidery computer where aerosol products (sprays) or oxygen are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

9. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. This may deflect the needle, causing it to break.

10. Do not use bent needles.

11. Always use the original BERNINA stitch plate. The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage.

12. To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» (off), then remove the plug from the outlet. Do not unplug by pulling the cord, instead grasp the plug to pull it from the outlet.

13. Turn power switch to «0» (off) when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as changing the needle or the presser foot, etc.

14. Always unplug the sewing-/embroidery computer from the electrical outlet when carrying out cleaning or maintenance work or any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual.

15. This sewing-/embroidery computer is provided with double insulation (except USA and Canada). Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for servicing of doubleinsulated products.

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Safety Instructions

SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS

In a double-insulated product two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a doubleinsulated product, nor should a means for grounding 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.

DISCLAIMER

No liability will be assumed for any possible damage which arises from misuse of this sewing-/ embroidery computer.

This sewing-/embroidery computer is intended for household use only.

This sewing-/embroidery computer meets the European Standard 2004/108/EC concerning the electromagnetic tolerance.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS!

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.

When your sewing computer won't be used anymore, dispose this product in an environmentally responsible way according to the national directive. Do not throw away this product with your household waste. In case of doubt, please contact your BERNINA dealer.

If the sewing computer is stored in a cold room, it should be brought to a warm room about one hour before use.

Please find the latest version of your instruction manual at www.bernina.com

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Contents Sewing

Safety Instructions		2
Environmental Protection		3
Key to Signs		8
Glossary		8
Accessory		9
Standard Accessory		9
Presser feet		10
Accessory box free standing		11
Overview sewing computer		12
Front view		12
Detail view		12
Important sewing information		14
Thread		14
Needle, thread and material		14
Needles, threads		15
	Correct needle/Thread combination	15
	Too thin thread or too thick needle	15
	Too thick thread or too fine needle	15
Overview needles		16
Sewing preparation		18
Foot control		18
Slide-on table		18
Presser foot lifter		19
Vertical spool pin		19
Winding a bobbin		20
	Bobbin winding while sewing	20
Inserting a bobbin/Threading lower thread		21
Exchanging bobbin case		21
	Removing the bobbin case	21
	Inserting the bobbin case	21
	Bobbin thread cutter	21
Threading the upper thread		22
Changing the needle		22
Threading the double needle		23
Threading the triple needle		23
Thread needle		24
Changing the presser foot		24
Stitch plate		25
	Markings on the stitch plate	25
	Removing the stitch plate	25
	Replacing the stitch plate	25
Thread tension		26
	Changing the upper thread tension	26
	Reset settings	26
Adjusting presser foot pressure		27
	Pressor foot pressure	27
	Increasing the presser foot pressure	27
	Reducing pressor foot pressure	27
	Display pressor foot pressure	27

Feed dog lowered/ready to sew	28
Feed Dog and Fabric Feed	28

Functions		30
Overview «Function»-buttons sewing computer		30
	«Quick reverse»-button	30
«Start/Stop»-button		30
	«Automatic thread cutter»-button	30
	Speed control	30
	«Needle stop»-button	30
	Programmable «Pattern end/Securing»-button	30
	«Needle position»-buttons	31
	Stitch width and Stitch length Knobs (Multifunction) 31

Display		32
Overview Main Display		32
	System settings	32
	Menu Selection	32
	Selection	33
	Stitch Pattern selection	33
	Stitch Pattern Display	33

Functions - Display	34
Overview Sewing functions	34
General functions	34
Overview Functions Buttonholes	36
Overview Functions Alphabets	38
Overview Functions Combi mode	40

Setup Program		44
Overview «Setup»-display		44
Changing Display settings		45
	Brightness	45
	Sewing light	45
	Welcome text	45
	Corrections	45
Selecting the Display color		46
Sewing settings		46
	Sewing speed	46
	Altering the upper thread tension	46
	Automatic securing program at pattern end	46
	Automatic thread cutter	46
	Automatic thread cutter and securing stitches	47
Adjusting embroidery settings		47
	Calibrating the hoop	47
Calibrating the Display		48
Altering the acoustic signals		48
Monitoring		49
Altering the winding speed		49
Update		50
Calibrating the buttonhole foot No. 3A		50
Reset/Delete user data		51
	Reset settings	51
	Delete user data	51

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Information		52
	Language	52
	Version	52
	Dealer details	53
	Service data	53

Tutorial		54
Overview Tutorial		54
Creative consultant		56
Overview Creative consultant		56
Overview Sewing techniques		56
Leaving the sewing consultant		56
Help program		57
Stitch patterns		57
Functions		57
Balance		58
Practical and decorative stitches		58
	Corrections	58
	Reset settings	58
eco description		59
Practical stitches		60
Overview Practical stitches		60
Stitch pattern selection		62
	Direct	62
	By stitch number	62
	Cancelling	62
Customizing stitch pattern individually		63
Temporary altered stitch memory		63
	Altering stitch width and stitch length	64
	Altering needle position	64
Examples of application Practical stitches		65
Straight stitch		65
Triple straight stitch		65
Triple Zig-Zag		66
Zipper		67
Manual darning		68
Automatic darning		69
Reinforced darning, automatic		70
Finishing edges		70
Double-Overlock		71
Top stitching edges		72
Visible hem		73
Securing program		74
Basting stitch		74
Flat joining seam		75
Height compensation of uneven layers		76
Sewing corners		76

Contents Sewing

Buttonholes		78
Overview Buttonhole		78
Buttonhole - Important information		79
	Marking the length of manual buttonholes	79
	Marking the length of automatic buttonholes	79
	Marking the length of keyhole buttonholes	79
	Test sewing	79
	To adjust the bead width	79
	To adjust stitch length	79
Stabilizer		80
Cords		81
	Ideal cords	81
	Cord with the automatic buttonhole foot No. 3A	81
	Cord with the buttonhole foot No. 3C	81
	(optional accessory)	81
	Fixing the cord	81
	Cutting buttonholes open with the seam ripper	81
	Cutting open buttonholes with the buttonhole	81
	cutter (optional accessory)	81

Altering the balance		82
	Balance with direct entry length buttonholes	82
	Balance with direct entry length keyhole or round	82
	buttonholes	82
	Balance for manual keyhole or round buttonhole	82
	Balance for manual standard buttonhole	82
	Balance for stitch counter buttonhole	82
	Clear balance	82

Programming Buttonholes	83
Standard and stretch buttonhole with auto-length,	83
automatically	83
Automatic with direct legth entry	84
Automatic with button measuring	84
Automatic round and keyhole buttonhole	85
Heirloom Buttonhole	86
Stitch counter buttonhole	86
Buttonhole in long term memory	87
7- or 5-steps-buttonhole, manually	89
Button sew-on program	90
Eyelet program	91
Decorative stitches	92
Overview Decorative stitches	92
Application	92
Examples of application	93
Decorative stitches	93
Cross Stitches	93
Pintucks	94
Bobbin-Play sewing	95

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Contents Sewing

Quilt stitches

Overview Quilt stitches

Example of application Quilt stitches

For free-motion quilting

BSR (BERNINA Stitch Regulator)

Quilting with BSR

BSR-Function

	BSR function with straight stitch No. 1
	BSR function with zig-zag No. 2
	Two different BSR modes
	Preparation
	Remove presser foot sole
	Attaching the presser foot sole
Functions in the BSR mode
	Needle stop down (standard)
	Needle stop up
	Raise or lower the needle
	Securing with the «Start/Stop»-button
	(only Mode 1)
	Securing function (only Mode 2)
	Free motion quilting (only Mode 2)
	Free motion quilting without BSR activation
	Beeper (Acoustic signal) activation/deactivation
	Selecting sound for BSR in the Setup Program
	Selecting sound for BSR in the «BSR»-display
	Activating the BSR Sewing Function
	Deactivating the BSR Sewing Function by
	using the «Start/Stop»-button
	BSR Function deactivation

96 Combi mode

96Creating stitch combinations

Programming and saving

97Deleting Stitch Patterns

97	Opening a saved combination
98	Correcting a stitch pattern combination
98		Inserting a stitch pattern
98		Altering stitch patterns
98		Mirroring complete combinations
98		Combination subdivider 1
98		Interrupting a combination
98	Stitch pattern combination
99	Stitch pattern combination
99		Overwriting

100Contents Embroidery99 Deleting

100

100 Cleaning

100 Troubleshooting

100	Stitch patterns Overview
100
100	Index
100

101

102

Alphabets		103
Overview Alphabet		103
	Lettering	103
	Perfect stitch formation	103
Combining lettering		104
	Selecting the next letter	104
Correcting the combination		104
Alphabet in combination with functions		105
	Select lower case	105
	Change size	105

Personal program		106
Creating a Personal Display		106
Preparing stitch patterns		106
	Programming/Saving first stitch pattern	106
	Programming/Saving second stitch pattern	107
	Stitch pattern selection in the Personal program	107
	Personal Display	107
Alterting/Overwriting stitch patterns		108
Deleting stitch patterns		109

110

111

112

113

114

115

158

159

164

180

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Notes

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Key to Signs

DANGER!

Very important!

Risk of injury!

ATTENTION!

Very important!

Risk of damage!

Tips!

Glossary

Balance	Correcting abnormalities in stitch formation due to the fabric
BERNINA USB stick	Mobile storage medium
Fabric fold	Folded edge of material
BSR	BERNINA-Stitch-Regulator. Quilting with consistent stitch length within a certain speed
clr	Deleting settings or data
Hook	«Catches» the needle-thread loop, forming the stitch together with the lower thread
LMS	Length Measuring System for buttonhole
Memory	Long Term Memory
Satin stitching	Dense Zig-zag
Bartack	Buttonhole-bead cross-connections

For technical and product improvement reasons, the sewing computer's features, parts and accessory are subject to unannounced changes and alterations at any time. The accessory included can differ from country to country.

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Accessory

Standard Accessory

		2
		1
		4
		3
	6	5
	6
			5
3		4	6
		4
		8	7
		8
2
			9
		11
1			10

Accessory

1Carrier bag

2Accessories box

3Foot control

4Power cable

5Slide-on table

6Presser foot lifter

14 bobbins (one of them in the bobbin case)

2Selection of needles

3Seam guide, right

4Height compensation tool

5Seam ripper

6Screwdriver, red

7Angular Torx button

8Lint brush

9Lubricator

102 foam pads

113 spool discs

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Accessory

Presser feet

1	2	3	4	1	No. 1C	Reverse pattern foot
				2	No. 2A	Overlock foot
				3	No. 3A	Automatic buttonhole foot
				4	No. 4	with slide
				4	No. 4	Zipper foot
				5	No. 5	Blindstitch foot
				6	No. 20C	Open embroidery foot

Visit www.bernina.com for more accessory information.

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Accessory

Accessory box free standing

on the back of the box, pull both extensions out until they click into place

Storage example

The box is equipped as standard with one small 1 and one large 2 drawer as well as a compartment for bobbin holders 3 and presser feet 4.

	to remove a bobbin, press the compartment holder 5 lightly
	buttonhole foot with slide no. 3A can be stored in the left compartment 6
	store the needle range supplied in the special compartment 7

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Overview sewing computer

Front view

13 14

10 7

5	6

2 3

23 24

Detail view

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Overview sewing computer

16 26

		27
23	24	29
	24

		31
	33	32
	33
	34	38
	35	38
	35
	36
	37

	1	Bobbin cover		29	Eyelet thread guide
	2	Stitch plate		30	Handwheel
	3	Attachment base for		31	Power switch On «I»/
	4	special accessories		32	Off «0»
	4	Presser foot		32	Power plug socket
	5	LED-sewing light		33	USB-connection
	6	Needle clamp		34	PC-connection for
28	7	«Quick reverse»-button		35	embroidery software
	8	«Automatic thread cutter»-		35	Connection for embroidery
	9	button		36	module
	9	«Start/Stop»-button		36	Foot control socket
	10	Thread guide		37	Feed dog drop
	11	Slide Speed Control		38	Air vents
	12	Thread take-up cover		39	Needle threader
	13	«Needle stop»-button		40	Feed dog
	14	down/up		41	Cutter for lower thread
	14	Programmable «Pattern		42	Presser foot pressure
	15	end-/securing»-button		43	adjustment wheel
	15	Thread take-up lever		43	Headframe fixing screw
	16	Pre-tension stud		44	Thread cutter on the head
	17	Display		45	frame (left)
	18	«Sewing support»-buttons		45	Slide-on table socket
		«Home»-button		46	Opening for darning hoop
		«Setup»-button		47	connection
		«Tutorial»-button		47	Presser foot lever
			«Creative Consultant»-	48	BSR-connection
			button
		«Help»-button
		«eco»-button
			«clr»-button

19«Needle position»-buttons

20Stitch length knob

21Stitch width knob

22Carrying handle

23Bobbin winder

24Thread cutter on bobbin winder

25Presser foot lifter connection

26Rear thread guide

27Horizontal spool pin

28Vertical spool pin

USA/Canada only: The sewing computer 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!

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Important sewing information

Thread

The thread is chosen accordingly to the purpose. For a perfect sewing result, thread and fabric quality play an important role. It is recommended to use quality brands.

Cotton threads

̶̶ cotton threads have the advantage of being a natural fiber and therefore are especially suitable for sewing cotton fabrics

̶̶ if cotton thread is mercerized, it has a slight sheen that is not lost with washing

Polyester threads

̶̶ polyester thread has 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

̶̶ 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 and material

ATTENTION!

Check the needle condition.

As a guide: Replace the needle before starting a new sewing project. A defective needle does not only damage the sewing project but also the sewing computer.

Care must be taken when choosing needle and thread.

The correct needle size depends on the selected thread and fabric. The fabric weight and type determine the thread weight, needle size and point form.

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Needles, threads

Important sewing information

Correct needle/Thread combination

When sewing, the thread should travel smoothly down the long groove on the front of the needle.

Too thin thread or too thick needle

The thread has too much clearance in the long groove. Skipped stitches and damage to the thread can occur.

Too thick thread or too fine needle

The thread rubs on the edges of the long groove and can get jammed. This can cause thread breakage.

Guidelines	Needle size
Material and thread
Light weight materials:	70-75
Fine thread (darning thread, embroidery thread)
Medium weight materials:	80-90
Sewing thread
Heavy weight materials:	100, 110, 120
Sewing thread (quilting thread, topstitching)

130/705 H-S/70

1130 Shank length

2705 Flat shank

3H Needle scarf

4S Needle point (here e.g. medium ball point)

570 Needle size (shank diameter)

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Important sewing information

Overview needles

Universal		Metafil
130/705 H/60-100		130/705 H-MET/75-80 or H-SUK/90-100
Normal point, slightly rounded		Large eye
Normal point, slightly rounded		Large eye
For nearly all natural and synthetic		Sewing with metallic threads
fabrics (woven and knitted)

Jersey/Stretch		Cordonnet (Topstitching)
130/705 H-S, H-SES, H-SUK/70-90		130/705 H-N/80-100
Ball point		Small ball point, long eye
Ball point		Small ball point, long eye
Jersey, knit and stretch material		Topstitching with thick thread

Leather	Wing needle (Hemstitch needle)
130/705 H-LL, H-LR/90-100	130/705 HO/100-120
With cutting point	Wide needle (wing)
All types of leather, synthetic leather,	Hemstitching
plastic, sheeting

Jeans	Double wing needle
130/705 H-J/80-110	130/705 H-ZWI-HO/100
Very fine sharp point
Heavy weight fabrics such as jeans,	For special effects with hemstitch
canvas, overalls	embroidery

Microtex	Double needle
130/705 H-M/60-90	130/705 H-ZWI/70-100
Especially fine sharp point	Needle distance:
	1.0/1.6/2.0/2.5/3.0/4.0/6.0/8.0
Mircro fiber fabrics and silk	Visible hems in stretch fabrics, pintucks,
	decorative sewing

Quilting	Triple needle
130/705 H-Q/75-90	130/705 H-DRI/80
Fine sharp point	Needle distance: 3.0
Straight and topstitching	Visible hems in stretch fabrics;
	Decorative sewing

Embroidery

130/705 H-SUK/70-90 Large eye, slight ball point

Embroidery on all natural and synthetic fabrics

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Notes

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Sewing preparation

Power Switch/Power Cable

	1
6	2
6
5
4
3

Foot control

		4
2
3	6	5
3

Slide-on table

1 Power Switch

The sewing computer is switched on («I») and off («0») with the power switch.

I the sewing computer is switched on 0 the sewing computer is switched off

2Power plug socket

3Foot control socket

4Connection for embroidery module

5PC-connection for embroidery software

6USB-connection

Connecting the foot control

	unwind the cable
	plug the cable in the outlet 1
	unwind the cable to the desired length and slip into 4 or 5

Sewing speed control

Control the sewing speed by pressing the foot control 2 more or less.

Adjust needle down or up

sink the heel back 3 on the foot control ►► the needle adjusts the position up/down

Removing the foot control

	wind the cable around the reel
	plug cable into 6

USA/Canada only: Use only foot controller type LV-1 with sewing computer B 560.

	turn the handwheel (see page 13)
►►	needle is raised
	raise presser foot lever 1 up
►►	presser foot is lifted

The slide-on table increases sewing surface.

Attaching the slide-on table

	raise the needle and presser foot
	slide over free-arm to the right until it engages
Removing the slide-on table
	raise the needle and presser foot
	press button 2 down
	pull slide-on table to the left

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Sewing preparation

Presser foot lifter

Raising or lowering presser foot via Presser foot lifter.

Attaching the Presser foot lifter

insert into the opening

Raising and lowering the presser foot

with your knee push lever to the right

You should be able to operate the Presser foot lifter with your knee in your normal sitting position.

►► the presser foot is raised; the feed dog is lowered simultaneously. The thread tension is released.

The feed dog is raised as soon as the first stitch is sewn.

Your dealer can adjust the Presser foot lifter if necessary.

Vertical spool pin

The vertical spool pin is on the side behind the handwheel.

It is an essential aid for sewing with more than one thread, e.g. double needle work and can also be used for winding the bobbin while sewing.

turn the spool pin 1 as far it will go

use foam pad 2 for stability with all thread spools

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Sewing preparation

Winding a bobbin

								turn power switch to «I» (on)
								place empty bobbin on spindle
								place empty bobbin on spindle

	place foam pad on the spool pin
	place thread on the spool pin
	attach appropriate spool disc
	following the direction of the arrow, take the thread through the rear guide
	and round the pre-tension stud
	wind the thread two to three times around the empty bobbin
	cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter 1

		Appropriate spool disc
		Diameter of thread spool determines disc size. There must be no
		gap between the disc and the spool.
		push engaging lever 2 against bobbin
	►►	the winder works automatically
2	►►	the Display to wind the bobbin is opened
2		move the round knob in the Display to the left/right or
3		turn the stitch width knob (see page 12)
	►►	the winding speed is altered
	►►	the motor will stop automatically when the bobbin is full
	►►	the Display is closed
		remove bobbin and
		pull the thread over thread cutter 3 to cut it
4	Bobbin winding while sewing
		attach foam pad on the vertical spool pin 4
		place thread on the vertical spool pin
5		following the direction of the arrow, take the thread through the thread
		guide 5 and
		guide around the pre-tension stud

Then proceed as mentioned above.

It is recommended to reduce the winding speed when winding from the vertical spool pin.

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Sewing preparation

Inserting a bobbin/Threading lower thread

		insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise 1
1		pull the thread from the right into the slot
		pull the thread from the right into the slot

				pull the thread to the left under the spring
				until it lies in the T-shaped slit at the end of the spring
				pull the thread
			►►	the bobbin must turn clockwise

Exchanging bobbin case

Removing the bobbin case

raise the needle

turn power switch to «0» (off)

open bobbin cover

grasp the latch of the bobbin case

remove the bobbin case

Inserting the bobbin case

	hold the bobbin case latch
Opening of the bobbin case points up.
	insert the case so that it clicks into place

Bobbin thread cutter

pull the thread over thread cutter 1 to cut it

close the cover

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Sewing preparation

Threading the upper thread

						raise the needle and presser foot
						turn power switch to «0» (off)
						place foam pad on the spool pin
						place spool on pin so that the thread unwinds clockwise
						attach appropriate spool disc
						take thread through rear guide 1


						then into slit of upper thread tension 2

	pull thread down to the right of the take-up cover and around 3
	take thread up to the left of the cover and around 4, placing it in the take-up
	lever
	take thread down and through guides 5 and 6
	thread the needle (see page 24)

Appropriate spool disc

Diameter of thread spool determines disc size. There must be no gap between the disc and the spool.

5 3

Changing the needle

Removing the needle

	raise the needle
	lower or remove presser foot (see page 24)
	turn power switch to «0» (off)
	loosen the needle clamp screw
	pull the needle down to remove
Inserting the needle
	flat side of needle to the back
	insert the needle as far as it will go
	tighten needle clamp screw

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Threading the double needle

2	4
	3
1

Threading the triple needle

Sewing preparation

Threading the first thread

	turn power switch to «0» (off)
	insert double needle
	raise the needle and presser foot
	place foam pad on the spool pin
	place thread spool 3 on horizontal spool pin
	attach appropriate spool disc
	take thread through rear guide 2
	guide the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc 1 on the
	right side
	guide the thread to the needle as usual and
	thread the right needle manually

Threading the second thread

place foam pad on vertical spool pin

place the second thread spool 4 on the vertical spool pin take thread through rear guide 2

guide the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc 1 on the left side

guide the thread to the needle as usual and thread the left needle manually

Threads 5 must not be twisted together.

When using the vertical spool pin, always add a foam pad. This prevents the thread from twisting around the spool pin.

Two thread spools and one full bobbin are needed. insert triple needle

place one thread spool 1 on horizontal spool pin

place second thread spool 3 and the bobbin 2, separated by a spool disc, on vertical spool pin (both spools must to turn in the same direction)

thread as usual and

guide two threads on the left side of the tension disc 4 and one thread past the right side

guide threads to the needle as usual and thread every needle manually

By using the additional eyelet for metallic and silk threads (optional accessory) the thread release from the stacked spool/bobbin can be enhanced.

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Sewing preparation

Thread needle

Position the needle by pressing the foot control once (1 stitch).

		raise the needle
		lower the presser foot
		turn power switch to «0» (off)
		hold thread to the left and back
		press lever 1 down and hold it
3		guide thread around the hook 2 to the right in front of the needle
		put the thread from the front into the guide 3 until it catches in the wire hook
		release lever 1
	►►	needle is threaded
4		pull the thread to the back and
4		put the thread under the foot and pull it from front to back over the thread

		cutter on left side of the head frame 4, cut
	Threads release automatically as soon as the first stitch is sewn.

Changing the presser foot

Removing the presser foot

	raise the needle and presser foot
	turn power switch to «0» (off)

raise the clamping leverremove the presser foot

Attaching the presser foot

				guide the presser foot upwards over the cone
				press the clamping lever down

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Stitch plate

Sewing preparation

Markings on the stitch plate

̶̶ the stitch plate is marked with vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines in mm and inches

̶̶ the lines help to guide the fabric for sewing seams and precise topstitching, etc.

̶̶ the horizontal markings are helpful for sewing corners and buttonholes, etc. ̶̶ the diagonal markings are useful for quilting

̶̶ needle insertion point is position «0» (center needle position)

̶̶ the vertical measurements correspond to the distance between the needle and the line

̶̶ measurements are marked to the right and to the left of center needle position

Removing the stitch plate

	press «Feed dog»-button (see page 13)
►►	the feed dog is lowered
	turn power switch to «0» (off)
	remove presser foot and needle
	press the stitch plate down at the right back corner 1 until it flips up
	remove the stitch plate
Replacing the stitch plate
	place the stitch plate over the opening 2
	press down until it clicks into place
	press «Feed dog»-button
►►	the feed dog is raised as soon as the first stitch is sewn

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Sewing preparation

Thread tension

Higher upper thread tension = the upper thread is tightened, which pulls the lower thread up to the topside of fabric.

Lower upper thread tension = the upper thread is loosened, which enables it to be pulled to the backside of the fabric.

Basic settings are applied automatically when a stitch pattern or program is selected.

The upper thread tension is set optimally at the BERNINA factory and the sewing computer has been tested. Metrosene-/Seralon thread size 100/2 (Company Mettler, Switzerland) is used for upper and lower thread.

In case of using other types of sewing or embroidery threads, the optimal tension may vary. Therefore it may be necessary to adjust the upper thread tension according to the fabric and the desired stitch pattern.

	touch «i»-icon
	touch «Upper thread tension»-icon
Changing the upper thread tension
►►	the optimal stitch formation (stitch formation in the fabric) is visible
►►	the white bar within the scale and the number in the icon show the basic
	setting
	touch arrow icon up/down or
	turn stitch width or stitch length knob to the left or to the right or
	move the round knob in the Display using the finger
►►	upper thread tension is tightened or loosened
►►	the alteration of the upper thread tension is visible within the scale (yellow)
►►	and in the yellow-framed icon
►►	basic setting remains visible (white)
►►	the alteration of the upper thread tension only affects the selected stitch
	touch «Back»-icon
►►	the setting is saved and the Display closes
Reset settings
	touch the yellow-framed icon
►►	basic setting is reset
	switch off the sewing computer
►►	any alterations are deleted

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Sewing preparation

Adjusting presser foot pressure

The presser foot pressure is adjusted by the presser foot pressure adjustment wheel 1 on the left side of the headframe.

Pressor foot pressure

Basic setting = 46

Increasing the presser foot pressure

̶̶ for sturdy material e.g. denim ̶̶ improves the fabric feed

Reducing pressor foot pressure

̶̶	for jersey fabrics and loose knits
̶̶	to prevent fabric from stretching
	adjust pressure so that the fabrics feeds correctly

touch «i»-icon

touch «Pressor foot pessure»-icon

Display pressor foot pressure

►► opens the «Pressor foot pressure»-display

►► alterations of the pressor foot pressure are visible within the scale (yellow) and in the yellow-framed icon

►► basic setting remains visible (white)

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Sewing preparation

Feed dog lowered/ready to sew

«Feed dog»-button 1 flush with housing. ►► feed dog is ready to sew

«Feed dog»-button 1 pressed. ►► feed dog is lowered

For free-motion sewing (darning, embroidery, quilting, etc.).

Feed Dog and Fabric Feed

With each stitch the feed dog moves forward by one step. The length of this step is determined by the stitch length selected.

With an extremely short stitch length, the steps are also very short. The fabric moves away from the foot quite slowly, even at full sewing speed. e.g. buttonholes, satin stitch and decorative stitches are all sewn with a very short stitch length.

Let the fabric feed evenly.

ATTENTION!

Pulling, pushing or holding back the fabric can result in damages of the needle and stitch plate.

Pulling, pushing or holding back the fabric will result in uneven stitches.