Bernina 790 Plus User Manual

Welcome

Dear BERNINA customer,

Congratulations! You have decided on BERNINA and therefore on a product which will delight you for years. For more than 100 years our family company has attached greatest importance to satisfied customers. As for me, it is a matter of personal concern to offer you Swiss development and precision at the height of perfection, future-orientated sewing technology and a comprehensive customer service.

The BERNINA 7-series consists of various ultramodern machines, whose development not only focused the highest demands on technique and the ease of use but also considered the design of the product. After all we sell our products to creative people like you, who do not only appreciate high quality but also form and design.

Enjoy the creative sewing, embroidering and quilting on your new BERNINA 790 PLUS and keep informed about the various accessories at www.bernina.com. On our homepage you will also find a lot of inspiring sewing instructions, to be downloaded for free.

Our highly trained BERNINA dealers will provide you with more information on service and maintenance offers.

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

H.P. Ueltschi

Owner

BERNINA International AG

CH-8266 Steckborn

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Edition notice

Edition notice

Graphics

www.sculpt.ch

Text, Setting and Layout

BERNINA International AG

Fotos

Patrice Heilmann, Winterthur

Order number

2017/04 en 0359645.1.04

1st Edition

Copyright

2017 BERNINA International AG

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.

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			Contents
Contents
	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS		15
1	My BERNINA		18
	1.1	Introduction	18
	1.2	Welcome to the world of BERNINA	18
	1.3	Key to signs	19
	1.4	Overview Machine	20
		Overview front controls	20
		Overview front	21
		Overview sideways	22
		Overview back	23
	1.5	Supplied accessories	23
		Overview accessories machine	23
		Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada)	26
		Foot control (only USA/Canada)	26
		Overview presser feet	26
		Accessory box	27
	1.6	Overview User Interface	29
		Overview functions/visual information	29
		Overview System settings	29
		Overview selection menu sewing	30
		Overview Icons	30
	1.7	Needle, Thread, Fabric	31
		Overview needles	31
		Example for needle description	33
		Thread selection	33
		Needle/thread combination	34
2	Sewing preparation		35
	2.1	Accessory box	35
		Accessory box free standing	35
		Storing accessory	35
	2.2	Connection and Switching on	36
		Connecting the foot control	36
		Connecting the machine	37
		Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System	37
		Fixing the touchscreen pen	38
		Switching the machine on	38
	2.3	Foot control	38
		Regulating the speed via the foot control	38
		Raising/Lowering the needle	39
		Programming the foot control individually	39
	2.4	Spool pin	39
		Swiveling spool pin	39
		Horizontal spool pin	40
	2.5	Free arm	41

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2.6	Feed dog	41
	Adjusting the feed dog	41
2.7	Slide-on table	42
	Using the slide-on table	42
	Attaching the seam guide	42
2.8	Presser foot	43
	Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System	43
	Adjusting the presser foot position via the button «Presser foot up/down»	43
	Changing the presser foot	43
	Selecting the presser foot in the user interface	43
	Adjusting the presser foot pressure	44
2.9	Adjusting the feed dog	44
2.10	Needle and stitch plate	45
	Changing the needle	45
	Selecting the needle in the User Interface	45
	Selecting needle type and needle size	45
	Adjusting the needle position up/down	46
	Adjusting the needle position left/right	46
	Needle stop up/down (permanent)	46
	Changing the stitch plate	47
	Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface	47
2.11	Threading	47
	Threading the upper thread	47
	Threading the double needle	50
	Threading the triple needle	51
	Winding the bobbin thread	51
	Threading the bobbin thread	52
	Indicating fill level of bobbin thread	55
3 Setup Program		56
3.1	Sewing settings	56
	Adjusting the upper thread tension	56
	Adjusting the maximum sewing speed	56
	Programming the securing stitches	56
	Adjusting the hovering height of the presser foot	57
	Programming the button «Pattern end»	57
	Programming the button «Thread cutter»	58
	Adjusting the presser foot position with needle stop down	58
	Programming the button «Quick reverse»	59
	Programming the button «Securing»	59
	Programming the foot control	60
3.2	Embroidery settings	60
	Adjusting the upper thread tension	60
	Adjusting the maximum embroidering speed	61
	Centering or opening embroidery motifs in the original position	61
	Calibrating the embroidery hoop	61
	Entering the fabric thickness	62
	Function thread removal on/off	62
	Programming the securing stitches	63
	Adjusting the thread cut	63

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		Changing the measuring unit	64
	3.3	Selecting personal settings	64
	3.4	Monitoring functions	65
		Activating the upper thread indicator	65
		Activating the bobbin thread indicator	65
	3.5	Activating the audio signals	66
	3.6	Machine settings	66
		Selecting a language	66
		Adjusting the brightness of the display	67
		Adjusting the sewing light	67
		Calibrating the display	67
		Back to default setting	68
		Deleting user data	68
		Deleting motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick	69
		Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A	69
		Updating the machine Firmware	70
		Recovering saved data	70
		Cleaning the thread catcher	71
		Lubricating the machine	71
		Packing the embroidery module	72
		Checking the firmware version	72
		Reviewing the total number of stitches	72
		Registering details of the dealer	73
		Saving Service data	73
		ID Number	74
		Upgrade	74
4	System settings		75
	4.1	Calling up the Tutorial	75
	4.2	Calling up the Creative Consultant	75
	4.3	Calling up the Embroidery Consultant	75
	4.4	Calling up the Help	75
	4.5	Using eco mode	75
	4.6	Cancelling any alterations with «clr»	76
5	Creative sewing		77
	5.1	Overview selection menu sewing	77
		Selecting a stitch pattern	77
	5.2	BERNINA Dual Feed	77
		Application of the BERNINA Dual Feed	78
	5.3	Regulating the speed	79
	5.4	Adjusting the upper thread tension	79
	5.5	Editing stitch patterns	80
		Changing the stitch width	80
		Changing the stitch length	80
		Correcting the balance	81
		Programming pattern repeat	81
		Programming long stitch	81

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	Mirror image of stitch patterns	82
	Editing stitch pattern length	82
	Programming the stitch counter function	82
	Quick reverse	83
	Permanent Quick reverse	83
	Backstepping	83
	Changing the sewing direction	83
5.6	Combining stitch patterns	84
	Overview Combi mode	84
	Overview Combi mode extended	84
	Creating Stitch pattern combinations	85
	Saving a stitch pattern combination	85
	Loading a stitch pattern combination	85
	Overwriting a stitch pattern combination	85
	Deleting a stitch pattern combination	86
	Editing the view of the stitch pattern combination	86
	Editing a single stitch pattern	86
	Deleting a single stitch pattern	87
	Relocating a single stitch pattern	87
	Adding a single stitch pattern	88
	Aligning the stitch length and width	88
	Mirroring a stitch pattern combination	89
	Stitch pattern combination Subdivider 1	89
	Stitch pattern combination Subdivider 2	90
	Securing a stitch pattern combination	90
	Relocating several stitch patterns	90
	Programming pattern repeat	90
	Changing the sewing direction of a stitch pattern	91
	Changing the sewing direction of a stitch pattern combination	91
5.7	Administering stitch patterns	91
	Saving settings of stitch patterns	91
	Calling up the previously sewn stitch patterns	92
	Saving stitch patterns in personal memory	92
	Overwriting stitch patterns from the personal memory	92
	Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory	92
	Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory	93
	Uploading a stitch pattern from the BERNINA USB stick	93
	Deleting stitch patterns from the BERNINA USB stick	93
5.8	Stitch Designer	94
	Overview Stitch Designer	94
	Creating your own stitch pattern	95
	Editing the view	95
	Inserting points	95
	Relocating the points	96
	Duplicating points	96
	Deleting points	96
	Activating the triple stitch	97
	Mirror image of stitch patterns	97
	Reversing the stitch sequence	97
	Designing a stitch pattern from scratch	98
	Determining the stitch pattern width	98

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	5.9	Securing	98
		Securing a seam with the button «Securing»	98
		Securing with the button «Pattern end»	98
	5.10	Height Compensation of uneven layers	99
	5.11	Sewing Corners	99
6	Practical stitches		101
	6.1	Overview Practical stitches	101
	6.2	Sewing straight stitch	103
	6.3	Securing with the automatic Securing Program	104
	6.4	Sewing in the zipper	104
	6.5	Sewing both sides of the zipper from bottom to top	105
	6.6	Sewing Triple straight stitch	106
	6.7	Sewing Triple zig zag	107
	6.8	Manual darning	107
	6.9	Automatic darning	109
	6.10	Reinforced darning, automatic	110
	6.11	Reinforced Darning Program	111
	6.12	Finishing edges	111
	6.13	Sewing Double overlock	112
	6.14	Narrow edgestitching	112
	6.15	Wide edgestitching	112
	6.16	Edgestitching using the seam guide	113
	6.17	Sewing hem edges	113
	6.18	Sewing blind hems	114
	6.19	Sewing visible hems	115
	6.20	Sewing flat joining seams	116
	6.21	Sewing basting stitches	116
7	Decorative stitches		117
	7.1	Overview Decorative Stitches	117
	7.2	Bobbin-Play	119
	7.3	Altering the stitch density	119
	7.4	Tapering	120
		Overview Tapering	120
		Altering points of a stitch pattern	120
		Sewing tapering	121
		Sewing tapering automatically	122
	7.5	Sewing cross stitches	122
	7.6	Pintucks	122
		Pintucks	122
		Overview pintucks	123
		Inserting the cord	123

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		Sewing Pintucks	124
8	Alphabets and Monograms		125
	8.1	Overview Alphabets	125
	8.2	Creating lettering	126
	8.3	Altering font size	126
	8.4	Altering size of monogram	127
9	Buttonholes		128
	9.1	Overview Buttonholes	128
	9.2	Making use of the height compensation tool	129
	9.3	Using the compensation plate	130
	9.4	Marking buttonholes	130
	9.5	Cord	131
		Using cord with the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A	131
		Using cord with the Buttonhole foot No. 3C (optional accessory)	132
	9.6	Sewing a test sample	133
	9.7	Determining the buttonhole slit width	133
	9.8	Determining the buttonhole length	134
	9.9	Using the stitch counter function	134
	9.10	Sewing a buttonhole automatically	135
	9.11	Programming the Heirloom buttonhole	136
	9.12	Sewing the manual 7-step buttonhole	136
	9.13	Sewing the manual 5-step buttonhole	137
	9.14	Cutting the buttonhole open with the seam ripper	138
	9.15	Cutting open buttonholes with the buttonhole cutter (optional accessory)	138
	9.16	Sewing on buttons	138
	9.17	Sewing eyelets	139
10	Quilting		140
	10.1	Overview Quilt Stitches	140
	10.2	Quilting, Securing Program	141
	10.3	Sewing handlook quilt stitches	142
	10.4	Guiding the quilt work freely	142
11	BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)		144
	11.1	BSR mode 1	144
	11.2	BSR mode 2	144
	11.3	BSR function with Straight stitch No. 1	144
	11.4	BSR function with Zig zag No. 2	144
	11.5	Sewing preparations for quilting	145
		Attach the BSR presser foot	145
		Changing the presser foot sole	145

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11.6	Using the BSR mode	146
11.7	Securing	146
	Securing in BSR1 mode with the button «Start/Stop»	146
	Securing in BSR2 mode	147
12 My BERNINA Embroidery		148
12.1	Overview Embroidery module	148
12.2	Supplied accessories Embroidery module	149
	Overview accessory Embroidery module	149
12.3	Overview User Interface	150
	Overview functions/visual information	150
	Overview System settings	150
	Overview Selection menu embroidery	151
12.4	Important Embroidery information	151
	Upper thread	151
	Bobbin thread	151
	Selecting the embroidery file format	152
	Embroidery test	152
	The size of the embroidery motif	152
	Embroidering motifs by third-party providers	152
	Underlay stitches	153
	Satin stitch	153
	Step stitch	153
	Connecting stitches	154
13 Embroidering preparation		155
13.1	Attaching the Module	155
13.2	Preparing the machine	156
	Lowering the feed dog	156
	Selecting the embroidery motif	156
13.3	Embroidery foot	156
	Attaching the embroidery foot	156
	Selecting the embroidery foot in the User Interface	157
13.4	Needle and stitch plate	157
	Inserting the embroidery needle	157
	Selecting the embroidery needle in the User Interface	158
	Selecting needle type and needle size	158
	Attaching the stitch plate	159
	Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface	159
	Thread-up command	160
13.5	Embroidery hoop	160
	Overview embroidery hoop selection	160
	Selecting the embroidery hoop	161
	Tear-away stabilizers	161
	Cut-away stabilizers	161
	Using adhesive spray	161
	Using spray starch	161
	Using iron-on interfacing	161
	Using paper-backed adhesive stabilizer	162

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	Using water-soluble stabilizer	162
	Preparing the embroidery hoop	162
	Attaching the hoop	163
	Overview Embroidery functions	164
	Center the needle to the embroidery hoop	164
	Moving the hoop to the back	164
	Moving the module for the sewing mode	164
	Grid on/off	165
	Locating the center of the embroidery motif	165
	Virtual positioning of the embroidery hoop	165
14 Setup Program		166
14.1	Adjusting the embroidery settings in the Setup Program	166
15 Creative embroidering		167
15.1	Overview embroidering	167
15.2	Selecting and changing the embroidery motif	167
15.3	Checking the embroidery time and the embroidery motif size	167
15.4	Regulating the speed	167
15.5	Editing the embroidery motif	168
	Overview Editing embroidery motif	168
	Scaling up the embroidery motif view	168
	Downsizing the embroidery motif	168
	Moving the embroidery motif view	169
	Moving the embroidery motif in enlarged view	169
	Moving the embroidery motif	169
	Rotating motif	170
	Altering the embroidery motif size proportionally	170
	Altering the embroidery motif size disproportionally	170
	Mirroring embroidery motifs	171
	Bending the text	171
	Changing the stitch type	171
	Altering the stitch density	172
	Checking the size and the position of the embroidery motif	172
	Endless embroidery	173
	Duplicating the embroidery motif	175
	Deleting an embroidery motif	175
	Changing the sequence within an embroidery motif combination	175
	Undoing entries	176
	Grouping embroidery motifs	176
15.6	Pinpoint placement	177
	Positioning of grid points	177
	Free point positioning	178
15.7	Combining embroidery motifs	179
	Combining embroidery motifs	179
	Deleting a single embroidery motif	180
	Duplicating the embroidery motif	180
	Duplicating a combination	180
15.8	Creating lettering	182
	Overview embroidery alphabets	182

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	Creating words/sentences	183
	Editing words/sentences	184
15.9	Changing the colors of the embroidery motif	185
	Overview changing the color	185
	Changing the colors	185
	Altering the colors via the color wheel	186
	Changing the thread brand	186
15.10 Embroidering the embroidery motif		187
	Overview Embroidery menu	187
	Adding basting stitches	187
	Moving the hoop	187
	Embroidery sequence control when thread breaks	188
	Cutting connecting stitches	188
	Reducing color changes	188
	Multi-colored embroidery motif on/off	189
	Endless Embroidery	189
	Color indication	190
15.11	Free arm embroidering	191
15.12	Administering embroidery motifs	191
	Administering embroidery motifs	191
	Saving embroidery motifs in the personal memory	191
	Saving the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick	192
	Overwriting the embroidery motif in the personal memory	192
	Overwriting the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick	192
	Importing stitch patterns	192
	Loading an embroidery motif from the personal memory	193
	Loading an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick	193
	Deleting an embroidery motif from the personal memory	193
	Deleting an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick	194
16 Embroidery		195
16.1	Embroidering via the button «Start/Stop»	195
16.2	Increasing the embroidery speed	195
16.3	Adjusting the upper thread tension	196
16.4	Embroidering via the foot control	196
17 Attachment		197
17.1	Maintencance and cleaning	197
	Cleaning the display	197
	Cleaning the feed dog	197
	Cleaning the hook	197
	Lubricating the hook	198
17.2	Troubleshooting	200
17.3	Error messages	203
17.4	Storage and disposal	207
	Storing the machine	207
	Dispose of the machine	207
17.5	Technical data	208

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18 Overview motifs		209
18.1	Overview Stitch patterns	209
	Practical stitches	209
	Buttonholes	209
	Decorative stitches	210
18.2	Overview Embroidery motifs	216
	Editing embroidery motifs	216
	Embellishment	217
	Quilt motifs	220
	Borders and Lace	223
	Children	226
	Flowers	229
	Seasons	232
	Asia	234
	Sport	236
	Monograms in pink	238
	Monograms in blue	241
	Animals	244
	DesignWorks designs	246
	Projects	247
	Charming Monograms	248
	Homedeco	251
Index		253

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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 using and before cleaning.

Protection against LED radiation:

•Do not view the LED light directly with optical instruments (e.g. magnifier). The LED light corresponds with protection class 1M.

WARNING

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

•Use this machine only for purposes as described in this manual.

•Do not use the machine outdoors.

•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.

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Important safety instructions

•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 BERNINA dealer to arrange further details.

•Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer.

•Don't use this machine when the ventilation openings are blocked. Keep the ventilation openings free from the accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.

•Never insert any objects into any openings of the machine.

•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.

•Turn the power switch to «0» when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading the needle, changing the needle, threading the hook or changing the presser foot.

•Do not use bent needles.

•Always use the original BERNINA 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.

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Important safety instructions

•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.

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.

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Appropriate use

Your BERNINA 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. BERNINA assumes no liability concerning consequnces resulting from an inappropriate usage.

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My BERNINA

1 My BERNINA

1.1 Introduction

With your BERNINA 790 PLUS you can sew, embroider and quilt. Delicate silk or satin fabrics as well as heavy-weight linen, fleece and denim can be sewn without any problems with this machine. Numerous practical as well as decorative stitches, buttonholes and embroidery motifs are at your disposal.

Additional to this instruction manual, subsequently listed help programs are provided which will give you useful advice and support at any time how to operate your BERNINA 790 PLUS.

The Tutorial gives information and explanations, covering various aspects of sewing, embroidering and the different stitches.

The Creative Consultant informs you about decision support for sewing projects. After entering the kind of fabric and the desired sewing project, suggestions concerning the suitable needle or the appropriate presser foot are displayed.

The Embroidery Consultant informs you about decision support for embroidery projects. After entering the kind of fabric and the desired embroidery project, suggestions concerning the suitable needle or the appropriate embroidery foot are displayed.

The Help Program contains information about individual stitch patterns, functions and applications in the display.

Further information

In addition to this instruction manual of your BERNINA 790 PLUS further information products are enclosed.

The latest version of your instruction manual as well as additional information in connection with the machine and accessories can be found on our website http://www.bernina.com

1.2 Welcome to the world of BERNINA

Made to create, this is the slogan of BERNINA. Not only our machines do support you to implement your ideas, but on top of that, our below mentioned opportunities also offer various inspirations and instructions for your future projects as well as the option to exchange ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts. We wish you lots of pleasrue doing that.

BERNINA YouTube Channel

On YouTube we offer a wide range of how-to videos and support concerning the most important functions of our machines. Detailed explanations are also provided as for the various presser feet, so that your projects will succeed completely.

http://www.youtube.com/BerninaInternational

Provided in the languages English and German.

inspiration – the sewing magazine

Are you looking for ideas, sewing patterns and instructions for great projects? In that case the BERNINA magazine «inspiration» is exactly what you need. «inspiration» offers extraordinary sewing and embroidery ideas four times a year. From seasonal fashion trends to trendy accessories and practical tips to decorate your home in an original way.

http://www.bernina.com/inspiration

The magazine is available in the languages English, German, Dutch and French. Not available in all countries.

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BERNINA Blog

Fancy instructions, free sewing patterns and embroidery motifs as well as many new ideas: all this you can find in the weekly blog by BERNINA. Our experts give valuable tips and explain step by step how you can achieve the desired result. In the community you can upload your own projects and exchange experiences and ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts.

http://www.bernina.com/blog

Provided in the languages English, German and Dutch.

		BERNINA Social Media
		Follow us on the social networking to learn more about events, thrilling projects as well as tips and tricks all
		about sewing and embroidering. We will keep you informed and we are looking forward to presenting you
		the one or the other highlight from the world of BERNINA.
		http://www.bernina.com/social-media
		1.3 Key to signs
DANGER		Labels a danger with a high risk which can lead to death or severe injury unless it is avoided.
WARNING		Labels a danger with a medium risk which can lead to death or severe injury unless it is avoided.
CAUTION		Labels a danger with a low risk which can lead to light or medium injury unless it is avoided.
NOTICE		Labels a danger which can end up with damage unless it is avoided.
		Tips given by BERNINA sewing experts can be found next to this sign.
		By means of illustration, sample pictures are used in this instruction manual. The machines as well as the
		accessory shown in the pictures may vary from the delivery content of your machine.

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1.4 Overview Machine

Overview front controls

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1	Quick reverse	7	Pattern begin
2	Thread cutter	8	Needle up/down
3	Presser foot up/down	9	Upper Multifunctional knob
4	Start/Stop	10	Lower Multifunctional knob
5	Pattern end	11	Needle left/right
6	Securing

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Overview front

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1	Connection for embroidery module	7	Slide speed control
2	Bobbin cover	8	Thread take-up lever cover
3	Connection for accessory (optional accessory)	9	Thread take-up lever
4	Presser foot	10	Fixing screw
5	Needle threader	11	Connection for slide-on table
6	Sewing light	12	Connection for Free Hand System

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Overview sideways

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1	Connection for foot control	7	Power switch
2	PC-connection	8	Connection for power cable
3	Spool holder	9	Magnet holder for touchscreen pen
4	Bobbin winding unit with thread cutter	10	Air vents
5	Swiveling spool holder	11	USB port
6	Handwheel	12	Feed dog up/down

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1	Connection for slide-on table	9	Thread pretension
2	Connection for darning hoop	10	Thread take-up lever
3	BSR connection	11	Thread guide
4	Connection for accessory (optional accessory)	12	Fixing screw
5	Air vents	13	BERNINA Dual Feed
6	Thread guide	14	Thread cutter
7	Bobbin winding unit	15	Feed dog
8	Carrying handle	16	Stitch plate
1.5	Supplied accessories

Overview accessories machine

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.

Visit www.bernina.com for more accessory information.

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Illustration	Name	Purpose
	Soft Cover with pocket	The soft cover protects the machine from dust and
		contamination.
	Accessory box	The accessory box serves the purpose to store the
		supplied accessories as well as the optional
		accessories.
	Knee lifter	The presser foot may be raised and lowered with
		the Free Hand System.
	Slide-on table	The slide-on table increases the sewing surface
		whereby the area of the free arm is not limited.
	Seam guide for slide-on	The seam guide is a useful when topstitching.
	table
	Straight/Cutwork stitch	A small stitch hole in the area of the needle allows
	plate	an optimized stitch entry. This results in a nicer
		stitch formation for 9.0 mm fabric feed.
	3 Spool discs	Spool discs hold the thread spool in place for
		proper release of thread from the spool.
	4 Bobbins in the	The bobbins are filled with the lower thread.
	accessory, whereby 1
	bobbin is already in the
	bobbin case
	2 Foam pads	The foam pad prevents the thread from getting
		hooked at the spool holder.

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Illustration	Name	Purpose
	Touchscreen pen	The operation of the display is more precise when
		using the touchscreen pen instead of the fingers.
	Seam ripper	The seam ripper is an indispensable tool to ando
		stitches or to cut buttonholes open.
	Height compensation	The height compensation tool levels an angled
	tool	position of the presser foot sole when sliding over
		thick seams.
	Selection of needles	The needle assortment contains different versions
		and sizes of needles for all the common
		applications.
	Seam guide, right	The seam guide is very useful as a guideline on the
		right of the needle. It supports the alignment of
		regular seam distances.
	Screwdriver Torx, gray	Use the gray screwdriver Torx to change the
		needles.
	Screwdriver red	The red screwdriver is supplied as an all-roand tool.
	Angular Torx button	Using the angular Torx wrench the headframe can
		be opened.
	Brush	The brush is used to clean the feed dog and the
		hook area.
	Lubricator	The lubricator is used to fill up the oil depots.
	Power cable	The power cable connects the machine with the
		power supply system.
	Foot control	Via the foot control the machine is started and
		stopped. The speed of the machine is also
		controlled via the foot control.

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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!

Foot control (only USA/Canada)

Always use the foot control of the type LV1 with the BERNINA 790 PLUS.

Overview presser feet

Illustration	Number	Name	Purpose	Example
	1C	Reverse pattern foot	Used to sew without
			dual feed.

1D	Reverse pattern foot	Used to sew with dual
		feed.

2A	Overlock foot	Overlock stitches over
		the fabric edge.

3A	Automatic Buttonhole	Used to sew
	foot with slide	buttonholes.

4D	Zipper foot	Used with dual feed.
		For sewing in zippers.

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Blind stitch foot

For blind stitch hems.

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Illustration	Number	Name	Purpose	Example
	8D	Jeans foot	Used to sew with dual
			feed. For sewing
			denim.
	20C	Open embroidery foot	Appliqués, decorative
			patterns.
	40C	Sideways motion foot	For sewing sideways
			motion patterns.
	42	BERNINA Stitch Regulator	Free-motion quilting
		(BSR)	with regular stitch
			length.

Accessory box

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.

The illustrated accessory (kind and quantity) serves as an example and doesn't have to correspond with the supplied accessory.

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1	Big drawer	5	Spool holder
2	Small drawer	6	Presser feet
3	Automatic Buttonhole foot with slide	7	Presser foot holders for 5.5 mm and 9.0 mm
			feet
4	Selection of needles

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1.6	Overview User Interface
Overview functions/visual information
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1	Upper thread tension	5	Stitch plate selection
2	Needle selection	6	Feed dog up/down
3	Presser foot indicator/Presser foot selection	7	Filling level of bobbin thread
4	Presser foot pressure
Overview System settings
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1	Home	5	Help
2	Setup Pogram	6	eco mode
3	Tutorial	7	Back to default setting
4	Creative Consultant

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Overview selection menu sewing

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1	Practical stitches	5	Quilt stitches
2	Decorative stitches	6	Personal Memory
3	Alphabets	7	History
4	Buttonholes

Overview Icons

Icon	Name	Purpose
	i-Dialog	Touching the icon «i»-Dialog provides various
		functions to edit motifs.
	Close	The display is closed and the previously made
		adjustments are saved.
	Icons «-/+»	By touching the icons «-» and «+» the setting
		values are changed.

Yellow frame around the icon	A yellow-framed icon indicates that a setting
	or a value in this function has been changed.
	By touching the yellow-framed icon, the
	default setting can be restored.
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.

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Icon	Name	Purpose
	Slide	By moving the slide the setting values are
		changed.
	Switch	Activates or deactivates functions.
	Process navigation	With the process navigation scrolling back in
		the display is possible.
	Swipe function	By swiping the display using the touchscreen
		pen or the finger upwards or downwards,
		further functions can be displayed.

1.7 Needle, Thread, Fabric

In the course of time a needle wears out. Therefore it 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 thin fabrics.

•Needle sizes 80, 90: for medium fabrics.

•Needle sizes 100, 110 and 120: for heavy fabrics.

Overview needles

Illustration			Needle name	Needle description	Purpose
			Universal needle	Slightly rounded point	For nearly all natural
					and synthetic fabrics
			130/705 H 60-120		(woven and knitted).
			Stretch needle	Medium ball point,	Jersey, tricot, knit and
				special eye shape and	stretch fabrics.
			130/705 H-S 75, 90	channeling
			Jersey/Embroidery	Medium ball point	Knitware, embroidery.
			needle
			130/705 H SUK 60-100
			Jeans needle	Sharp fine point,	Heavy-weight fabrics
				reinforced shank	such as jeans, canvas.
			130/705 H-J 80-110
			Leather needle	With cutting point	All types of leather,
				(LR = special point to	synthetic leather,
			130/705 H LR 90, 100	sew leather)	plastic, sheeting.

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