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  • Page 1 BERNINA 765 SPECIAL EDITION...
  • Page 2 LOOKING FOR A NEW SEWING PROJECT? You can find what you want in “inspiration”, our sewing magazine. Thanks to great sewing patterns and detailed sewing instructions, every project succeeds right away. * Not available in all countries.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 1017815.10A.04 2018-11 EN Copyright 2018 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...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Important information ........................16 1 My BERNINA............................. 17 Introduction .......................... 17 BERNINA Quality control ....................... 17 Welcome to the world of BERNINA ..................17 Explanation of symbols......................18 Overview Machine ........................ 19 Overview front controls ..................... 19 Overview front ........................20 Overview sideways ......................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Feed dog..........................38 Adjusting the feed dog...................... 38 Slide-on table........................39 Using the slide-on table ..................... 39 Presser foot........................... 40 Adjusting the presser foot position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System ....40 Adjusting the presser foot position via the button «Presser foot up/down» ....... 40 Changing the presser foot ....................
  • Page 7 Calibrating the display ....................... 63 Back to default setting....................... 63 Deleting user data ......................64 Deleting motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick................. 64 Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A ................65 Updating the machine Firmware..................65 Recovering saved data ....................... 66 Cleaning the thread catcher ....................
  • Page 8 Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory............84 Saving stitch patterns on the BERNINA USB stick..............84 Uploading a stitch pattern from the BERNINA USB stick ............. 84 Deleting stitch patterns from the BERNINA USB stick ............85 Securing..........................85 Securing with the button «Pattern end»...
  • Page 9 Table of Contents 6.18 Sewing visible hems ......................101 6.19 Sewing flat joining seams...................... 101 6.20 Sewing basting stitches ......................102 7 Decorative stitches .......................... 103 Overview Decorative Stitches....................103 Bobbin-Play........................... 104 Altering the stitch density...................... 105 Sewing cross stitches......................105 Pintucks ..........................
  • Page 10 Table of Contents 11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) ..................... 127 11.1 BSR mode 1 .......................... 127 11.2 BSR mode 2 .......................... 127 11.3 BSR function with Straight stitch No. 1.................. 127 11.4 BSR function with Zig zag No. 2 .................... 127 11.5...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents 13.5 Embroidery hoop ........................143 Overview Embroidery hoop selection ................. 143 Selecting the embroidery hoop ..................144 Tear-away stabilizers......................144 Cut-away stabilizers......................144 Using adhesive spray ......................144 Using spray starch ......................144 Using iron-on interfacing ....................144 Using paper-backed adhesive stabilizer ................
  • Page 12 Administering embroidery motifs..................163 Saving embroidery motifs in the personal memory ............. 163 Saving the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick ............. 163 Overwriting the embroidery motif in the personal memory ..........164 Overwriting the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick ..........164 Importing stitch patterns ....................
  • Page 13 Table of Contents 18.2 Overview Embroidery motifs....................184 Editing embroidery motifs....................184 Quilt motifs ........................185 Embellishment........................187 Flowers..........................189 Children ..........................191 Borders and Lace ....................... 193 Seasons ..........................194 Sport ..........................196 DesignWorks design ......................197 Index..............................198...

  • Page 14: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not view the LED light directly with optical instruments (e.g. magnifier). The LED light corresponds with protection class 1M. • When the LED light is damaged or defective, contact your BERNINA specialist dealer. WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons: •...
  • Page 15 – turn power switch to «0». • 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.

  • Page 16: Important Information

    • If you pass the machine to a third party, always include the instruction manual. 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 consequences resulting from an inappropriate usage.

  • Page 17: My Bernina

    My BERNINA 1.1 Introduction On your BERNINA 765 SE 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.

  • Page 18: Explanation Of Symbols

    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.

  • Page 19: Overview Machine

    My BERNINA 1.5 Overview Machine Overview front controls Quick reverse Needle up/down Thread cutter Upper Multifunctional knob Presser foot up/down Lower Multifunctional knob Start/Stop Needle left/right Pattern end...

  • Page 20: Overview Front

    My BERNINA Overview front Connection for embroidery module Slide speed control Bobbin cover Thread take-up lever cover Connection for accessory (optional accessory) 9 Thread take-up lever Presser foot Fixing screw Needle threader Connection for the slide-on table Sewing light Connection for Free Hand System...

  • Page 21: Overview Sideways

    My BERNINA Overview sideways Connection for foot control Power switch PC-connection Connection for power cable Spool pin Magnet holder for touchscreen pen Winding unit with thread cutter Air vents Swiveling spool pin USB port Handwheel Feed dog up/down...

  • Page 22: Overview Back

    Connection for the slide-on table Thread pretension Connection for darning hoop Thread guide BSR connection Fixing screw Connection for accessory (optional accessory) 12 BERNINA Dual Feed Air vents Thread cutter Thread guide Feed dog Bobbin winding unit Stitch plate Carrying handle...

  • Page 23: Supplied Accessories

    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. Please visit www.bernina.com for more accessory information. Illustration Name...
  • Page 24 My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Foam pad To prevent the thread from slipping under the spool holder, 2 pieces tangling and breaking. Touchscreen pen For precise operation of the touch display. Seam ripper To undo seams and to cut buttonholes open.

  • Page 25: Use Of The Power Cable (Only Usa/Canada)

    My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Foot control To start and stop the machine. To control the sewing speed. 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.

  • Page 26: Accessory Box

    My BERNINA 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.

  • Page 27: Overview User Interface

    My BERNINA 1.7 Overview User Interface Overview functions/visual information Upper thread tension Stitch plate/Needle selection Presser foot indicator Feed dog up/down Presser foot pressure Filling level of bobbin thread Overview System settings Home Help Setup Program eco mode Tutorial Back to default setting...

  • Page 28: Overview Selection Menu Sewing

    My BERNINA Overview selection menu sewing Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Quilt stitches Alphabets Personal Memory 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.

  • Page 29: Needle, Thread, Fabric

    My BERNINA 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.
  • Page 30 My BERNINA Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Quilting needle Slightly rounded fine For straight and point topstitching. 130/705 H-Q 75, 90 Embroidery needle Small ball point, For embroidery on all especially wide needle natural and synthetic 130/705 H-E 75, 90 eye and wide thread fabrics.

  • Page 31: Example For Needle Description

    My BERNINA Example for needle description The 130/705 system, which is the most common for household machines, is explained by the following picture of a Jersey/Stretch needle. 130/705 H-S/70 130 = Shank length (1) 705 = Flat shank (2) H = Needle scarf (3) S = Needle point (here medium ball point) (4) 70 = Needle size 0.7 mm (5)

  • Page 32: Needle/Thread Combination

    My BERNINA Needle/thread combination The needle/thread combination is correct, when the thread fits perfectly into the long groove and goes easily through the needle eye. The thread can be optimally secured. The thread can break and skipped stitches can occur when there is too much clearance in the long groove and the needle eye.

  • Page 33: Sewing Preparation

    Sewing preparation Sewing preparation 2.1 Accessory box Accessory box free standing > On the back of the box, pull both extensions out until they click into place. Storing accessory Incorrect sorting of the bobbin NOTICE The silvery sensor surface can get scratched. >...

  • Page 34: Connection And Switching On

    Sewing preparation 2.2 Connection and Switching on Connecting the foot control > Unwind the cable of the foot control to the desired length. > Insert the cable of the foot control into the foot control connection. Connecting the machine > Insert the power cable into the power cord connection. >...

  • Page 35: Attaching The Knee Lifter Of The Free Hand System

    Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System The lateral position of the knee lifter can be adjusted by your local BERNINA Dealer if required. > Insert the knee lifter into the opening at the front side of the machine.

  • Page 36: Foot Control

    Sewing preparation 2.3 Foot control Regulating the speed via the foot control Via the foot control the speed is infinitely variable. > Press the foot control down carefully to start the machine. > To sew faster, press the foot control harder. >...

  • Page 37: Horizontal Spool Pin

    Sewing preparation > Swivel the spool holder up as far as it will go. Inserting foam pad and thread spool The foam pad prevents the thread from getting hooked at the swiveling spool holder. > Place the foam pad on the swiveling spool holder. >...

  • Page 38: Free Arm

    > Pull the spool net over the thread spool. 2.5 Free arm The BERNINA 765 SE provides a solidly designed free arm which offers a lot of space for large project on the right of the needle. 2.6 Feed dog...

  • Page 39: Slide-On Table

    Sewing preparation Holding back the fabric will result in uneven stitches. > Push the button «Feed dog up/down» to lower the feed dog. > Push the button again to sew with the feed dog up. 2.7 Slide-on table Using the slide-on table When attached to the free arm, it expands the already existing sewing area.

  • Page 40: Presser Foot

    Sewing preparation 2.8 Presser foot Adjusting the presser foot position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System > Adjust the sitting height so that the knee lifter can be operated with the knee. > Push the knee lifter with the knee to the right to raise the presser foot. –...

  • Page 41: Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure

    Sewing preparation > If a presser foot is touched, the description and the application for this presser foot is displayed. Adjusting the presser foot pressure The presser foot pressure is designed to adjust the pressure of the presser foot optimally to the fabric thickness.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Needle In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation > Pull the needle down. > Hold the new needle with the flat side to the back. > Insert the needle as far as it will go. > Tighten the fixing screw of the needle using the screwdriver gray Torx. Selecting the needle in the User Interface After having changed the needle, it can be checked whether or not it can be used in combination with the selected stitch plate.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Needle Position Up/Down

    Sewing preparation Adjusting the needle position up/down > Push the button «Needle up/down» to lower the needle. > Push the button «Needle up/down» again to raise the needle. Adjusting the needle position left/right There is a total of 11 needle positions. The needle position is indicated by the needle position number in the display.

  • Page 44: Selecting The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation > Press the stitch plate down at the mark back right until it flips up. > Remove the stitch plate. > Place the openings of the new stitch plate above the corresponding guide pins and press down until it clicks into place.
  • Page 45 Sewing preparation > Guide the thread in direction of the arrow through the thread tension (2). > Guide the thread downwards (3) around the thread take-up lever cover (4). > Guide the thread upwards and insert into the thread take-up lever (5). >...
  • Page 46 Sewing preparation > Press the semi-automatic threader lever (9) slightly down, keep pressed and pull the thread to the left beneath the gray threader hook (10). > Guide the thread around the gray threader hook from the left to the right (12). >...

  • Page 47: Threading The Double Needle

    Sewing preparation > Pull the thread beneath the presser foot from back to front over the thread cutter (15) and cut. Threading the double needle Prerequisite: • The double needle is inserted. > Guide the first thread in direction of the arrow on the right side of the tension disc (1). >...

  • Page 48: Winding The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation Prerequisite: • The triple needle is inserted. > Place the foam pad, the thread spool and the appropriate spool disc on the spool holder. > Place the filled bobbin on the swiveling spool holder. > Add the appropriate spool disc. >...

  • Page 49: Threading The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > Pull the excess thread over the thread cutter at the engaging lever (5) and cut. > Push the engaging lever (6) towards the bobbin. – The machine winds and the display to wind the bobbin appears. > Move the slide on the display using the touchscreen pen/finger to adjust the winding speed. >...
  • Page 50 Sewing preparation > Insert the new bobbin so that the silvery sensor surface is facing the back of the bobbin case. > Pull the thread into the slot (2) from the left. > Pull the thread to the right under the spring (3), then lead the thread under the two thread guides (4) and pull upwards.

  • Page 51: Indicating Fill Level Of Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > When inserting into the machine, hold the bobbin case so the thread guide (5) points upwards. > Insert the bobbin case. > Press onto the center of the bobbin case until it engages. > Pull the thread through the thread cutter (6) and cut. >...

  • Page 52: Setup Program

    Setup Program Setup Program 3.1 Sewing settings Adjusting the upper thread tension Adjustments to the upper thread tension in the Setup Program affect all stitch patterns . Individual alteration of the upper thread tension can also be made for currently selected stitches. >...

  • Page 53: Programming The Button "Pattern End

    Setup Program > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». > Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons». > Touch the icon «Program the hovering position of the presser foot». > To adjust the distance between the fabric and the presser foot, turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» or the «Lower Multifunction knob»...

  • Page 54: Programming The Button "Thread Cutter

    Setup Program Programming the button «Thread cutter» The automatic securing can be programed before the thread cut takes place. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». > Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons». > Touch the icon «Program the button thread cutter». >...

  • Page 55: Programming The Button "Quick Reverse

    Setup Program Programming the button «Quick reverse» It can be chosen either «Quick reverse permanent» or «Backstepping». > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». > Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons». > Touch the icon «Program Quick reverse». >...

  • Page 56: Embroidery Settings

    When the embroidery motif is openend on the machine, it is always centered to the embroidery hoop. If you want the embroidery motif to be opened in its original position (defined by the BERNINA embroidery software), the function «Center the embroidery motif» must be activated.

  • Page 57: Calibrating The Hoop

    Setup Program > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Embroidery settings». > Touch the icon «Center the embroidery motif». > Press the switch in the right section. – A previously moved embroidery motif which has been saved in the new position is opened in the saved position after selecting.

  • Page 58: Entering The Fabric Thickness

    Setup Program Entering the fabric thickness If the fabric thickness is more than 4 mm as for e.g. toweling, it is recommended to select 7.5 mm or 10 mm. The thicker the fabric, the slower the embroidery speed of the machine. When the machine is switched off, the alterations are reset to the default setting 4 mm.

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Thread Cut

    Setup Program > Press the switch again to activate the securing stitches at the start. – If the embroidery motif has programmed securing stitches, they will be embroidered. – If the embroidery motif doesn't have any programmed securing stitches, the securing stitches are added and will be embroidered.

  • Page 60: Changing The Measuring Unit

    Setup Program Changing the measuring unit The measuring unit in the embroidery mode can be changed from mm to inch. The standard setting is in > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Embroidery settings». > Touch the icon «Change measuring unit». >...

  • Page 61: Monitoring Functions

    Setup Program > Enter the welcome text. > Touch the icon «ABC» (standard setting) to use upper-case letters. > Touch the icon «abc» to use lower-case letters. > Touch the icon «123» to use figures and mathematical symbols. > Touch the icon «@&!» to use special characters. >...

  • Page 62: Machine Settings

    Selecting a language The User Interface can be programmed in different languages according to the customer's wish because BERNINA provides a wide range of international languages for the customers. Via firmware updates additional languages for the User Interface can be provided.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Sewing Light

    Setup Program Adjusting the sewing light The brightness of the sewing light can be adjusted corresponding to the personal preferences. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings». > Touch the icon «Adjust the brightness». > Move the slide in the upper portion of the display using the touchscreen pen/finger or touch the icons «+»...

  • Page 64: Deleting User Data

    > Touch the icon «Confirm» to delete all embroidery motifs from the personal memory. Deleting motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick When motifs which won't be needed anymore are saved on the BERNINA USB Stick (Optional accessory), the stick can be connected to the machine and the data can be deleted.

  • Page 65: Calibrating The Buttonhole Foot No. 3A

    Setup Program > Touch the icon «Delete data from USB Stick». > Touch the icon «Confirm» to delete all data on the BERNINA USB Stick (Optional accessory). Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A The Buttonhole foot No. 3A is calibrated to this machine and they should only be used both together.

  • Page 66: Recovering Saved Data

    > Remove the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) only after the saved data has been transferred successfully. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) providing the saved data and settings into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «Setup Program».

  • Page 67: Lubricating The Machine

    > Clean the thread catcher according to the instructions on the display. Lubricating the machine The Setup Program provides animations how the machine has to be oiled. In chapter «Maintenance and cleaning» there are additional illustrated step-by-step instructions. Always use BERNINA oil to lubricate. Electronically driven components CAUTION Risk of injury near the needle and the hook.

  • Page 68: Checking The Firmware Version

    Reviewing the total number of stitches The total number of stitches of the machine as well as the number of stitches since the last service carried out by the specialized BERNINA dealer are displayed. > Touch the icon «Setup Program».

  • Page 69: Registering Details Of The Dealer

    BERNINA dealer. Saving Service data Service data concerning the status quo of the machine can be saved on a BERNINA USB stick (Optional accessory) and then given to the BERNINA dealer this way. > Insert a BERNINA USB stick (Optional accessory) which provides enough free memory space into the USB port.

  • Page 70: System Settings

    System settings System settings 4.1 Calling up the Tutorial The tutorial provides information and explanations on different sections concerning sewing and embroidering and the various stitches. > Touch the icon «Tutorial». > Select the desired topic to get information. 4.2 Calling up the Creative Consultant The Creative Consultant provides information about decision support concerning sewing projects.

  • Page 71: Creative Sewing

    Creative sewing Creative sewing 5.1 Overview selection menu sewing Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Quilt stitches Alphabets Personal Memory Selecting a stitch pattern > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. > With the touchscreen pen/finger scroll up within the range of the practical stitches, alphabets or buttonholes to have more stitch patterns displayed.

  • Page 72: Bernina Dual Feed

    It is recommended to match the presser foot pressure with the fabric. The thicker the fabric, the lower the presser foot pressure. The BERNINA Dual Feed feeds the fabric from above and from beneath simultaneously. This provides an even and careful feed forward even for smooth and thin materials. Striped and checkered patterns can be matched perfectly by even feeding.

  • Page 73: Regulating The Speed

    The basic setting of the upper thread tension is provided automatically as soon as a stitch pattern or an embroidery motif is selected. The upper thread tension is set optimally at the BERNINA factory and the machine has been tested. Metrosene-/Seralon thread size 100/2 (Company Mettler, Switzerland) is used for upper and bobbin thread.

  • Page 74: Editing Stitch Patterns

    Creative sewing > Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger to increase or reduce the upper thread tension. > Touch the yellow-framed icon on the right side to reset the alteration to default setting. > Touch the yellow-framed icon on the left side to reset the alteration to default setting in the Setup Program.

  • Page 75: Correcting The Balance

    Creative sewing > To call up further setting options, touch the icon «Stitch length» (1). Correcting the balance Different fabrics, threads and stabilizers can affect the programmed stitch patterns so that they cannot be sewn out correctly. The electronic balance can correct these deviation and the stitch pattern can be adjusted optimally to the selected fabric.

  • Page 76: Programming Pattern Repeat

    Creative sewing Programming pattern repeat Stitch patterns as well as stitch pattern combination can be repeated up to 9 times. > Select a stitch pattern or alphabet. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» once to sew the stitch pattern once. >...

  • Page 77: Programming The Stitch Counter Function

    Creative sewing > Touch the icon «+100%» (1) to extend the stitch pattern length in 100%-steps. Programming the stitch counter function The stitch counter function cannot be applied with all stitch patterns. If, for example, the honeycomb stitch has been selected, the stitch counter function cannot be used. >...

  • Page 78: Backstepping

    Creating Stitch pattern combinations In the Combi mode stitch patterns and alphabets can be combined according to your wish. By combining any alphabet letters, the logo BERNINA can be created. > Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode». > Select the desired stitch patterns.

  • Page 79: Saving A Stitch Pattern Combination

    Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode» again to return to the single mode. Saving a stitch pattern combination > Create a stitch pattern combination. > Touch the icon «Personal memory». > Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern». > Touch the icon «Confirm» or the yellow-framed icon to save the stitch pattern combination. Loading a stitch pattern combination >...

  • Page 80: Editing A Single Stitch Pattern

    Creative sewing Editing a single stitch pattern > Create a stitch pattern combination. > With the touchscreen pen/finger touch the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination to select a single stitch pattern. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog to edit the single stitch pattern. Deleting a single stitch pattern >...

  • Page 81: Adding A Single Stitch Pattern

    Creative sewing > touch the desired stitch pattern (1) with the touchscreen pen/finger, keep it touched and move it outwards. – The stitch pattern is deleted. Adding a single stitch pattern The new stitch pattern is always inserted after the selected stitch pattern. >...

  • Page 82: Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 1

    Creative sewing Stitch pattern combination Subdivider 1 A stitch pattern combination can be subdivided into several sections. The subdivision is placed beneath the cursor. Only this section is sewn where the cursor is placed. To sew the next section, the cursor must be placed in the next section.

  • Page 83: Programming Pattern Repeat

    Creative sewing Programming pattern repeat > Create a stitch pattern combination. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Edit the complete combination». > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» once to repeat the stitch pattern combination. > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» again to repeat the stitch pattern combination up to 9 times. >...

  • Page 84: Loading Stitch Patterns From The Personal Memory

    > Touch the icon «Confirm» to delete the stitch pattern. Saving stitch patterns on the BERNINA USB stick On the BERNINA USB stick stitch patterns, also those which have been individually edited, can be saved. > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole.

  • Page 85: Deleting Stitch Patterns From The Bernina Usb Stick

    Creative sewing > Touch the icon (1). > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select the desired stitch pattern. Deleting stitch patterns from the BERNINA USB stick >...

  • Page 86: Height Compensation Of Uneven Layers

    Creative sewing 5.9 Height Compensation of uneven layers If the presser foot is at an angle when sewing over a thick seam, the feed dog cannot grip the fabric and the sewing project cannot be sewn out properly. > Place 1 – 3 compensating plates as required from the back of the presser foot close to the needle to level the fabric layer.

  • Page 87: Practical Stitches

    Practical stitches Practical stitches 6.1 Overview Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Straight stitch Seams and topstitching. Zig zag Reinforcing seams, overcasting edges, sewing elastic seams and attaching lace. Vari overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic fabrics.
  • Page 88 Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Superstretchstitch For highly stretch fabrics. For all types of clothing. Gathering stitch Most types of fabric; gathering with shirring elastic, butted seams = butting two pressed edges and sewing together, decorative stitches. Stretch overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of stretch fabrics.

  • Page 89: Sewing Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Narrow blindstitch For blind hems in fine fabrics. Triple Straight stitch Reinforced seams in heavy fabrics; visible with long stitch hems and seams. Single Straight stitch Used as a connecting stitch in a combination. Three Single Straight As connecting stitches in a combination.

  • Page 90: Securing With The Automatic Securing Program

    Practical stitches 6.3 Securing with the automatic Securing Program Due to a determined number of 5 stitches sewn forward and 5 stitches sewn backward, the securing is regular. Prerequisite: • The Reverse pattern foot No. 1C is attached. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». >...

  • Page 91: Sewing Both Sides Of The Zipper From Bottom To Top

    Practical stitches > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Straight stitch No. 1. > Sew the seam up to where the zipper starts. > Sew the securing stitches. > Close the zipper length with long stitches. > Finish the seam allowances. >...

  • Page 92: Sewing Triple Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches > Start sewing in the center of the seam at the end of the zipper. > Sew diagonally along the edge of the zipper coils. > Sew the first side (1) from bottom to top. > Stop in front of the zipper pull with needle position down. >...

  • Page 93: Sewing Triple Zig Zag

    Practical stitches 6.7 Sewing Triple zig zag For firm materials such as denim, deckchair covers, awnings or frequently washed items. Finish raw edges first. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C/1D. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Triple zig zag No. 7. 6.8 Manual darning Used for darning holes or worn areas in all fabric types.
  • Page 94 Practical stitches > Sew from the left to the right, guide the fabric evenly by hand without using pressure. > Move in curves when changing the direction to avoid holes and thread breakage. > Work the rows in irregular lengths so that the thread is better spread over the fabric. >...

  • Page 95: Automatic Darning

    Practical stitches > Sew another loose row. 6.9 Automatic darning The simple Darning Program No. 22 is especially suitable for quick darning of worn or damaged areas. It is recommended to use fine material as a backing for the worn and damaged areas or to stick an adhesive interlining.

  • Page 96: Reinforced Darning, Automatic

    Practical stitches 6.10 Reinforced darning, automatic The reinforced Darning Program No. 23 is especially suitable for quick darning of thin areas or snags. The reinforced Darning Program No. 23 replaces longitudinal threads in all fabrics. If the Darning Program does not cover the whole worn or damaged area, it is recommended to reposition the work and the sew the Darning Program again.

  • Page 97: Sewing Double Overlock

    Practical stitches The Zig zag No. 2 is suitable for all materials. It can also be used for eleastic seams as well as for decorative sewing. Use darning thread for fine materials. When sewing satin stitch it is recommended to select a dense, short the zig zag with a stitch length of 0.3 –...

  • Page 98: Narrow Edgestitching

    Practical stitches 6.13 Narrow edgestitching > Attach the Blindstitch foot No. 5 (optional accessory) or the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C or the Edge stitch foot No. 10/10C/10D (optional accessory). > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Straight stitch No. 1. >...

  • Page 99: Sewing Hem Edges

    Practical stitches > Guide the folded edge along the seam guide. 6.16 Sewing hem edges When using the Blindstitch foot No. 5, it is recommended to select a needle position far left or far right. When using the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C or the Edge stitch foot No. 10/10C/10D, all needle positions are possible.

  • Page 100: Sewing Blind Hems

    Practical stitches 6.17 Sewing blind hems For invisible hems in medium to heavy weight cotton, wool and blended materials. Prerequisite: • The raw edges are finished. > Attach the Blindstitch foot No. 5 (optional accessory). > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». >...

  • Page 101: Sewing Visible Hems

    Practical stitches 6.18 Sewing visible hems The visible hem is especially suitable for elastic hems in jersey, cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fibers. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C/1D. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select Tricot stitch No. 14. >...

  • Page 102: Sewing Basting Stitches

    Practical stitches 6.20 Sewing basting stitches When sewing basting stitches, it is recommended to use a fine darning thread as this is easier to remove. With the Basting stitch No. 21 only every fourth stitch is sewn. The longest stitch possible is 24 mm when the stitch length is set at 6 mm.

  • Page 103: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative stitches Decorative stitches 7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches simple or more complex decorative stitches should be selected to best suit the material. • Decorative stitches which are programmed with simple straight stitches are particularly appropriate for light-weight materials, e.g. the Decorative stitch No. 101. •...

  • Page 104: Bobbin-Play

    Decorative stitches 7.2 Bobbin-Play The bobbin can be filled with different thread material. For free-motion stitching to add texture. This method is similar to «normal» free-motion sewing, but is done on the wrong side of the fabric. Reinforce the area to be sewn with embroidery stabilizer. The design can be drawn on the wrong side of the fabric.

  • Page 105: Altering The Stitch Density

    Decorative stitches 7.3 Altering the stitch density With certain decorative stitches (e. g. No. 401) the stitch density can be altered. If the stitch density is increased, the stitch distance is enlarged. If the stitch density is decreased, the stitch distance is shortened. The programmed length of the stitch pattern is not affected.

  • Page 106: Pintucks

    Decorative stitches 7.5 Pintucks Pintucks The technique reduces the size of the fabric piece. It is always advisable to plan in sufficient fabric. Pintucks are narrow stitched folds, which are normally sewn on the fabric before cutting out the pieces for the garment or the sewing project.

  • Page 107: Inserting The Cord

    Decorative stitches Inserting the cord > Switch the machine off and disconnect it from the power supply system. > Remove the needle. > Remove the presser foot. > Remove the stitch plate. > Open the bobbin cover. > Pull the cord through the hook opening from the bottom and through the opening of the stitch plate. >...

  • Page 108: Alphabets

    Alphabets Alphabets 8.1 Overview Alphabet Block, Double block, Script and Quilt alphabets as well as Cyrillic can be sewn in two different sizes. Block, Double block, Script and Quilt alphabets as well as Cyrillic can also be sewn in lower case letters. For a perfect stitch formation it is recommended to use the same thread color for upper and bobbin threads.

  • Page 109: Altering Font Size

    Alphabets > Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode» to create a combination. > Touch the icon «Display alphabets» (1) to open an extended enter mode. > Select the letters. > Touch the icon (2) (standard setting) to use upper case letters. >...

  • Page 110: Buttonholes

    Buttonholes 9.1 Overview Buttonholes To create the correct buttonhole for every button, every purpose and for every garment, your BERNINA 765 SE is equipped with a considerable collection of buttonholes. The corresponding button can be sewn on automatically. Eyelets can also be sewn.

  • Page 111: Making Use Of The Height Compensation Tool

    Buttonholes Buttonhole Buttonhole Name Description number Double-rounded For medium to heavy-weight fabrics buttonhole made of various material. Double-rounded For light to medium-weight woven Heirloom fabrics; blouses, dresses, bedlinen. Decorative buttonhole For decorative buttonholes in firmer, with double pointed non-elastic fabrics. bartack Button sew-on program For buttons with 2 and 4 holes.

  • Page 112: Using The Compensation Plate

    Buttonholes 9.3 Using the compensation plate When sewing a buttonhole in difficult materials, it is recommended to use the compensation plate for buttonholes (optional accessory). It can be used along with the Buttonhole foot No. 3A. > Insert the compensation plate carefully from the side. 9.4 Marking buttonholes >...

  • Page 113: Cord

    Buttonholes > For keyhole and round buttonholes mark the lenght of the bead with chalk or a water-soluble pen on the fabric. For any subsequent buttonholes mark the starting point. The length of the keyhole is sewn additionally. 9.5 Cord Using cord with the Buttonhole foot with slide No.

  • Page 114: Using Cord With The Buttonhole Foot No. 3C (Optional Accessory)

    Buttonholes > Pull the cord ends into the slits. > Lower the buttonhole foot. > Sew the buttonhole in the usual manner. > Pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop disappears in the bartack. > Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric (using a hand stitching-needle), knot or secure with stitches.

  • Page 115: Sewing A Test Sample

    Buttonholes > Lower the buttonhole foot. > Sew the buttonhole in the usual manner. > Pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop disappears in the bartack. > Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric using a hand stitching-needle and knot or secure with stitches.

  • Page 116: Determining The Buttonhole Slit Width

    Buttonholes 9.7 Determining the buttonhole slit width The width of the buttonhole slit can be adjusted between 0.1 – 2.0 mm before sewing. > Touch the icon «Buttonholes». > Select the buttonhole. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Buttonhole slit width». >...

  • Page 117: Sewing A Buttonhole Automatically

    Buttonholes > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Program the length with the stitch counter». > Sew the desired buttonhole length. > Stop the machine. > Push the button «Quick reverse» so that the machine sews the lower bartack and the second bead in reverse.

  • Page 118: Programming The Heirloom Buttonhole

    Buttonholes Prerequisite: • The Buttonhole foot No. 3A is attached. > Touch the icon «Buttonholes». > Select the Buttonhole No. 51 – 53 or 54, 56, 57 or No. 64, 65 or 69. > Sew the desired buttonhole length. > Press the button «Quick reverse» to program the length. >...

  • Page 119: Sewing The Manual 5-Step Buttonhole With The Buttonhole Foot No. 3C (Optional Accessory)

    Buttonholes > Sew the desired buttonhole length. – Step 2 is activated. > Stop the machine at the desired length of the bead or at the end of the length marking. > Touch the icon «Scroll down» so that step 3 appears. –...

  • Page 120: Cutting The Buttonhole Open With The Seam Ripper

    Buttonholes > Sew the desired buttonhole length. – Step 2 is activated. > Stop sewing at the desired length of the bead or at the marking. > Touch the icon «Scroll down» so that step 3 appears. > The machine sews the eye or the keyhole and stops automatically. >...

  • Page 121: Cutting Open Buttonholes With The Buttonhole Cutter (Optional Accessory)

    Buttonholes 9.15 Cutting open buttonholes with the buttonhole cutter (optional accessory) > Place the fabric on an appropriate piece of wood. > Position the cutter in the center of the buttonhole. > Press down on the cutter with your hand. 9.16 Sewing on buttons With the Button sew-on program, buttons with 2 or 4 holes, snap buttons or snap fasteners can be sewn on.

  • Page 122: Sewing Eyelets

    Buttonholes > Touch the icon «Buttonholes». > Select the Button sew-on Program No. 60. > Turn the handwheel until the bobbin thread comes up. > NOTICE! The Button sew-on program always starts above the left hole of the button. Position the button on the fabric. Place the button and the fabric beneath the needle so that the needle stitches into the left hole.

  • Page 123: Quilting

    Quilting 10 Quilting 10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch Number of Name Description pattern stitch pattern 1324 Quilting, Securing To secure at the sewing start and sewing end Program with short stitches forward. 1325 Quilting straight stitch Straight stitch 3 mm stitch length, to join partchwork parts.

  • Page 124: Quilting, Securing Program

    Quilting Stitch Number of Name Description pattern stitch pattern 1339 Decorative Quilt stitch For "Crazy Patchwork" and embellishing. variations 1339 – 1345, 1351, 1355 – 1370, 1388 – 1390, 1393, 1396 – 1398 1346 Quilt stitch/Handlook Imitation of stipple quilting, to use with stitch variations 1346, monofilament.

  • Page 125: Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches

    Quilting 10.3 Sewing handlook quilt stitches Handlook quilt stitches are suitable for all fabrics and sewing projects which should look hand sewn. It is recommended to use a monofilament thread as upper thread and an embroidery thread as bobbin thread. The sewing speed should be moderate to prevent the monofilament from breaking.
  • Page 126 Quilting It is recommended to use the slide-on table and the Free Hand System. With free-motion quilting, it is of advantage to quilt from the center outwards and to guide the fabric using smooth, round movements to form the design of your choice. Free-motion quilting and darning are based on the same free-motion principles.

  • Page 127: Bernina Stitch Regulator (Bsr)

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) 11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) The BERNINA Stitch regulator equalizes the stitch length which results of the free movement of the fabric while free-motion sewing - a sewing technique which grows more and more popular. When free-motion sewing with the BSR presser foot, every stitch is equally long and the stitch formation is perfectly regular.

  • Page 128: Changing The Presser Foot Sole

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) > Insert the cable of the BSR foot into the connection (1). > Switch the machine on. – The BSR display opens and the BSR 1 mode is activated. Changing the presser foot sole NOTICE The lens of the BSR presser foot is dirty The machine doesn't recognize the BSR presser foot.

  • Page 129: Securing

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) Prerequisite: • The slide-on table is attached. • The knee lifter of the Free Hand System is attached. > Lower the feed dog. > Select the desired BSR mode. > Push the button «Start/Stop» or press the foot control to lower the presser foot.

  • Page 130: Securing In Bsr2 Mode

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) Securing in BSR2 mode Prerequisite: • The BSR presser foot is attached and connected with the machine. • The BSR display is open and the BSR2 mode is activated. > Lower the presser foot. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog.

  • Page 131: My Bernina Embroidery

    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. Please visit www.bernina.com for more accessory information. Illustration Name...
  • Page 132 My BERNINA Embroidery Illustration Name Purpose Medium embroidery hoop To embroider medium-sized embroidery motifs up to 100 x 130 mm (3.94 × 5.12 in). Including the template for precise fabric positioning. Small embroidery hoop To embroider small embroidery motifs up to 72 × 50 mm (2.83 ×...

  • Page 133: Overview User Interface

    My BERNINA Embroidery 12.3 Overview User Interface Overview functions/visual information Upper thread tension Stitch plate/Needle selection Presser foot display/Presser foot selection Feed dog up/down Embroidery hoop selection /Embroidery hoop Fill level of bobbin thread display Overview System settings Home Help...

  • Page 134: Overview Selection Menu Embroidery

    My BERNINA Embroidery Overview Selection menu embroidery Selection embroidery motifs Color information Editing embroidery motifs Embroidery 12.4 Important Embroidery information Upper thread A good quality thread (brand manufacturer) is essential for embroidery so that the embroidery is not affected negatively because of poor thread or thread breakage.

  • Page 135: Bobbin Thread

    Selecting the embroidery file format In order that embroidery motifs can be read by the BERNINA embroidery machine, they have to be created by the BERNINA Embroidery software and exported as .EXP file. Besides the actual embroidery file, a .BMP file and an .INF file are generated additionally.

  • Page 136: Embroidering Motifs By Third-Party Providers

    My BERNINA Embroidery Embroidering motifs by third-party providers BERNINA recommends uploading embroidery motifs of any file format via the free program ««ART-Link»» to the machine or a USB stick. Using «ART-Link» ensures that the embroidery motif can be read and embroidered correctly.

  • Page 137: Step Stitch

    My BERNINA Embroidery Step stitch Many short, equally long stitches are embroidered in offset rows closely next to each other which results in a densesly filled area. Connecting stitches Long stitches which are used to get from one part of the motif to the next. Before and after the connecting...

  • Page 138: Embroidering Preparation

    Embroidering preparation 13 Embroidering preparation 13.1 Attaching the Module NOTICE Transporting the embroidery module Damage to the embroidery module connection and machine. > Remove the embroidery module before transporting the machine. Prerequisite: • The slide-on table must not be attached. >...

  • Page 139: Preparing The Machine

    All embroidery motifs can either be embroidered as-is or edited using the various functions offered by the embroidery machine. All embroidery motifs can be found in the attachment of this instruction manual. In addition to that, embroidery motifs can be loaded from the personal memory or from the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory).

  • Page 140: Selecting The Presser Foot In The User Interface

    Embroidering preparation > Push the clamping lever up. > Remove the presser foot. > Insert the embroidery foot from below into the bracket. > Press the clamping lever down. Selecting the presser foot in the User Interface After having attached the respective embroidery foot (Embroidery foot No. 26, supplied accessory with the embroidery module), you can select and save it on the machine.

  • Page 141: Selecting The Embroidery Needle In The User Interface

    Embroidering preparation > Loosen the fixing screw of the needle using the screwdriver gray Torx. > Pull the needle down. > Hold the new needle with the flat side to the back. > Insert the needle as far as it will go. >...

  • Page 142: Attaching The Stitch Plate

    Embroidering preparation > Select the needle size (2) of the inserted needle. Attaching the stitch plate The stitch plate (CutWork/Straight, supplied accessory) has a small needle hole in the needle insertion area. The thread is pulled in and knotted optimally which results in an optimized stitching result. >...

  • Page 143: Selecting The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Embroidering preparation Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface After having changed the stitch plate, it can be checked whether or not it is suitable to be used in combination with the selected needle. > Touch the icon «Stitch plate/Needle selection». >...

  • Page 144: Selecting The Embroidery Hoop

    Embroidering preparation Selecting the embroidery hoop The best embroidery result is achieved when the smallest possible embroidery hoop for the embroidery motif is selected. The embroidery motif has a pre-set size which is displayed. Prerequisite: • The embroidery motif is selected. >...

  • Page 145: Using Paper-Backed Adhesive Stabilizer

    Embroidering preparation Using paper-backed adhesive stabilizer Paper-backed adhesive stabilizers are intended to be used for fabrics such as jersey and silk as well as for embroidery projects which are not suited to be hooped in the embroidery hoop. > Place the stabilizer in the hoop, so that the paper side is up. >...

  • Page 146: Attaching The Hoop

    Embroidering preparation > Place the template in the inner hoop, so the BERNINA logo is at the front edge at the arrow mark until it clicks into place. > Place the material under the inner hoop. > Line up the marked center point on the center of the template.

  • Page 147: Overview Embroidery Functions

    Embroidering preparation Overview Embroidery functions Centering the embroidery hoop to the needle 4 Grid on/off Moving the hoop to the back Motif center Moving the module for the sewing mode Virtual Positioning (is visible while scrolling) Center the needle to the embroidery hoop Relocating the embroidery hoop facilitates threading when the needle is close to the embroidery hoop.

  • Page 148: Grid On/Off

    Embroidering preparation > Touch the icon «Move the module for the sewing mode». > Touch the icon «Home». > Touch the icon «Sewing mode». Grid on/off When the center of the hoop and the grid are displayed, the embroidery motif can be positioned more exactly.

  • Page 149: Setup Program

    Setup Program 14 Setup Program 14.1 Adjusting the embroidery settings in the Setup Program Further information about this topic (see page 56).

  • Page 150: Creative Embroidering

    Creative embroidering 15 Creative embroidering 15.1 Overview embroidering Embroidery time/Embroidery motif size in mm Area to be embroidered or inch Scaling up, downsizing and moving the «i»-Dialog embroidery motif view 15.2 Selecting and changing the embroidery motif > Touch the icon «Selection». >...

  • Page 151: Regulating The Speed

    Creative embroidering 15.4 Regulating the speed The sewing speed can be adjusted infinitely variable with the slide. > Move the slide to the left to reduce the sewing speed. > Move the slide to the right to increase the sewing speed. 15.5 Editing the embroidery motif Overview Editing embroidery motif Zoom out...

  • Page 152: Moving The Embroidery Motif View

    Creative embroidering Moving the embroidery motif view The view of the embroidery motif can be moved. In addition to that, the view can be adjusted with or without changing the embroidery position. > Select an embroidery motif. > To activate the icon «Move the view», touch the icon «Zoom in». >...

  • Page 153: Rotating Motif

    Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Center of the embroidery motif». – The embroidery motif is repositioned in the center of the embroidery hoop. Rotating motif > Select an embroidery motif. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Rotate the motif». >...

  • Page 154: Altering The Embroidery Motif Size Disproportionally

    Creative embroidering Altering the embroidery motif size disproportionally Enlargements or reductions of the motif size up to maximum 20% achieve the best results. If the motif size is to be altered by more than 20%, the motif should be adapted in a separate embroidery software and then reloaded onto the machine.

  • Page 155: Altering The Stitch Density

    Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Change the stitch type». > Touch the switch in the upper section of the display (1) to change the satin stitch to the step stitch. > Adjust the desired stitch length (2) with the icons «-» or «+». Altering the stitch density If the satin stitches are embroidered too densely, the stitch density can be adjusted.

  • Page 156: Deleting An Embroidery Motif

    Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Check embroidery motif size». check – The embroidery hoop travels all the way until the needle is at the position as it is indicated in the display. > Touch the icon «Corner top left» to select the top left corner of the embroidery motif. –...

  • Page 157: Creating Lettering

    Creative embroidering 15.6 Creating lettering Overview embroidery alphabets Embroidery motif Name Swiss Block Anniversary Alphabet Guinevere Drifter Childs Play Russian Textbook Creating words/sentences Lettering is always embroidered in one color. To embroider single letters or single words in another color, every letter or every word has to be selected individually and placed in the area to be embroidered.

  • Page 158: Editing Words/Sentences

    Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «DEL» to delete single letters of the entered text. > Touch the icon «Confirm» to accept the text. > Touch the icon «Embroidery hoop display/Embroidery hoop selection». > Select the hoop. > Touch the icon «Embroidery hoop display/Embroidery hoop selection» again to go back to the Edit Mode.

  • Page 159: Changing The Colors Of The Embroidery Motif

    Creative embroidering 15.7 Changing the colors of the embroidery motif Overview changing the color Colors of embroidery motifs Altering color/brand Preview for selected color Color information Allocating thread brand Changing the colors Lettering is always embroidered in one color. To embroider single letters or single words in another color, every letter or every word has to be selected individually and placed in the area to be embroidered.

  • Page 160: Embroidering The Embroidery Motif

    Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Allocate thread brand». – Any thread colors of the selected embroidery motif will be matched with the selected thread brand. 15.8 Embroidering the embroidery motif Overview Embroidery menu Basting Multi-colored embroidery motif on/off Moving the hoop Color indication Embroidery sequence control when the Increasing the embroidery speed (appears by...

  • Page 161: Embroidery Sequence Control When Thread Breaks

    Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Move the hoop». > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» to move the hoop horizontally. > Turn the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to move the hoop vertically. > Touch the icon «Embroidering» in the process navigation to accept the settings. Embroidery sequence control when thread breaks When the thread breaks, the needle can be repositioned in the embroidery motif by means of the embroidery sequence control.

  • Page 162: Color Indication

    Creative embroidering Color indication Every color of the embroidery motif can be selected individually. The hoop moves to the first stitch of the current color. The currently active color can be embroidered individually or in another sequence. > Select an embroidery motif. >...

  • Page 163: Administering Embroidery Motifs

    > Touch the icon «Save the motif». – The embroidery motif to be saved is outlined in yellow. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Touch the icon «Confirm».

  • Page 164: Overwriting The Embroidery Motif In The Personal Memory

    > Touch the icon «Save the motif». – The embroidery motif to be saved is outlined in yellow. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select the embroidery motif which is to be overwritten.

  • Page 165: Loading An Embroidery Motif From The Personal Memory

    > Select an embroidery motif. Loading an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick > Touch the icon «Selection». > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select a personal embroidery motif.

  • Page 166: Deleting An Embroidery Motif From The Bernina Usb Stick

    Deleting an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick > Touch the icon «Selection». > Touch the icon «Delete». > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select the embroidery motif which is to be deleted.

  • Page 167: Embroidery

    Embroidery 16 Embroidery 16.1 Embroidering via the button «Start/Stop» In case of a power cut the embroidery process is interrupted. After the restart the machine goes to the position which was embroidered last. > Push the button «Start/Stop» to start the embroidery machine. –...

  • Page 168: Embroidering Via The Foot Control

    Embroidery > Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger to increase or reduce the upper thread tension. > Touch the yellow-framed icon on the right side to reset the alteration to default setting. > Touch the yellow-framed icon on the left side to reset the alteration to default setting in the Setup Program.

  • Page 169: Attachment

    Attachment 17 Attachment 17.1 Maintencance and cleaning Cleaning the display > Clean the display in the switched off status with a soft slightly damp mircrofiber cloth. Cleaning the feed dog Remove the thread remnants under the stitch plate regularly. Electronically driven components CAUTION Risk of injury near the needle and the hook.

  • Page 170: Lubricating The Hook

    Attachment > Flap down the fastening bracket along with the black hook race cover. > Remove the hook. > Clean the hook race area with the brush; never use a sharp instrument. > Hold the hook at the pin in the center with two fingers. >...
  • Page 171 > Remove the hook. > Give one drop of BERNINA oil down in the hook race. > Give one drop of oil in each of the two oil depots so that the felts are damp and make sure that the red- marked surface of the hook sleeve remains free of oil.

  • Page 172: Troubleshooting

    Upper thread too tight or too > Adjust the upper thread tension. loose. Needle blunt or bent. > Replace the needle, make sure that a new BERNINA quality needle is used. Poor quality needle. > Use a new BERNINA quality needle.
  • Page 173 > Rethread. Poor quality thread. > Use quality thread. The stitch plate or the hook tip is > Contact the nearest specialized BERNINA dealer to have damaged. the damages repaired. > Replace the stitch plate. The thread is caught in the area >...
  • Page 174 > Place the machine in a warm room one hour before use. > Connect the machine and switch it on. The machine is damaged. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer. The light of the button Light is defect. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer.

  • Page 175: Error Messages

    Attachment 17.3 Error messages Message on the display Cause Repair Stitch number unknown. > Check the entry and enter the new number. Selection of the stitch pattern not > Combine other stitches. possible in the combi mode. The feed dog is not lowered. >...
  • Page 176 The needle position doesn't > Calibrate the hoop. correspond with the center of the hoop. The embroidery module is not > Connect the embroidery module to the machine. attached. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer to have the machine checked.
  • Page 177 > Reduce the size of the embroidery motif. > Attach a larger hoop. Too less free capacity on the Not enough free capacity on the > Make sure that the BERNINA USB stick (optional BERNINA USB stick (optional BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) is used.
  • Page 178 Message on the display Cause Repair No BERNINA USB stick is inserted. The BERNINA USB stick (optional > Use a BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) Make sure that during the accessory) is not inserted. providing enough free capacity. complete automatic update always the same BERNINA USB stick remains inserted.

  • Page 179: Storage And Disposal

    Cause Repair It is time for the regular The machine needs maintenance. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer. maintenance. Please contact your The message appears after the > Delete the message temporarily by touching the icon specialized BERNINA dealer to programmed service interval has «ESC».

  • Page 180: Technical Data

    Attachment 17.5 Technical data Term Value Unit Maximum fabric thickness 12,5 (0,49) (in) Sewing light Maximum speed 1000 Stitches per minute Measurements without the spool pin (W × H × D) 522 × 358 × 214 (20,55 × 14,09 × 8,43) (in) Weight (30,86)

  • Page 181: Overview Stitch Patterns

    Overview stitch patterns 18 Overview stitch patterns 18.1 Overview Stitch patterns Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Natural stitches...
  • Page 182 Overview stitch patterns Cross stitches Satin stitches Ornamental stitches...
  • Page 183 Overview stitch patterns Heirloom stitches Novelty...

  • Page 184: Overview Embroidery Motifs

    Let your inspiration run free. A vast selection of embroidery motifs is at your disposal. If you see one the following pictograms below a number of the embroidery motif, you can find additional information at www.bernina.com/7series. Detached point CutWork Design (motif)

  • Page 185: Quilt Motifs

    Overview stitch patterns Quilt motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm 12380-22 110.6 12380-43 123.5 60.9 123.5 12380-30 89.2 12380-04 83.1 96.3 89.8 12380-08 89.2 12380-09 111.6 89.1 61.6 12380-10 152.0 BD800 127.3...
  • Page 186 Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm BD285 99.8 BD288 96.3 99.7 96.0 BD292 94.8 BD289 95.0 95.1 94.7 BD299 94.5 BD308 95.0 95.0 94.4 BD413 97.1 BD554 109.9 97.2 109.9...

  • Page 187: Embellishment

    Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm BD501 63.5 BD502 61.5 61.1 60.7 BD513 63.5 BD514 63.5 63.4 62.9 BD562 63.9 BD568 109.5 126.0 160.3 BD563 89.7 BD569 120.6 89.6 120.6...
  • Page 188 Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm 82006-30 99.9 NB251 71.6 174.6 103.3 BE790405 125.9 FB126 86.9 185.4 102.2 BE790407 199.9 BE790502 59.9 270.9 58.2 21003-26 123.0 NB403 78.1 124.1 78.3...

  • Page 189: Flowers

    Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm NA959 75.6 FB106 128.1 103.7 92.6 NB002 59.3 FQ870 122.1 35.1 105.1 WS655 116.5 222.3 Flowers Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height...
  • Page 190 Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm 12457-13 113.1 21009-21 64.9 130.3 107.7 BE790408 58.3 BE790401 205.7 89.7 242.0 21002-02 109.7 21012-04 123.1 160.0 123.9 FB492 86.8 FP246 65.6 293.2 61.8...

  • Page 191: Children

    Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm FQ801 46.0 NB209 90.0 112.5 89.9 Children Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x height height Colors Colors in mm in mm BE790307 141.5...
  • Page 192 Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x height height Colors Colors in mm in mm BE790313 98.9 CK511 76.2 102.3 64.6 CM193 106.7 CK667 99.8 127.4 82.3 CK738 89.1 CK970 84.8 85.7 81.6 CM147 55.0 CM220 71.5 99.6 71.8...

  • Page 193: Borders And Lace

    Overview stitch patterns Borders and Lace Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm 21013-29 40.2 BE110415 43.7 152.0 172.4 FA981 35.1 21002-21 21.6 142.3 150.9 21009-29 31.9 82005-40 26.0 152.6 239.4 BE790702 73.0 NA914...

  • Page 194: Seasons

    Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm CM473 31.8 FB436 132.8 209.6 29.2NX NX696 91.2 HG341 63.8 90.7 63.7 NX957 97.9 FB461 121.7 88.1 121.6 Seasons Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x...
  • Page 195 Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm GNNF80834 95.2 HE962 120.5 78.8 135.2 12421-11 39.9 12421-37 67.4 43.6 61.0 12421-03 45.8 CM287 90.4 48.3 117.2 CM426 45.8 FQ749 77.6 96.0 94.8...

  • Page 196: Sport

    Overview stitch patterns Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm NB317 87.4 86.9 Sport Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm SR589 95.2 LT870 97.5...

  • Page 197: Designworks Design

    Overview stitch patterns DesignWorks design Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors in mm in mm DW11 70 × 71 BE790901 181 × 252 BE790903 181 × 292 BE790905 104 × 227 BE790906 192 × 195 BE790909 167 ×...

  • Page 198: Index

    Attaching the knee lifter  35 Introduction  17 Attaching the stitch plate  142 Key to signs  18 Back to default settings  63 BERNINA Dual Feed  72 Lubricating the hook  170 Buttonholes  110 Lubricating the machine  67 Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A  65 Maintencance and cleaning  169...
  • Page 199 Index Placing the spool disc  37 Power save mode  70 Practical stitches  87 Programming the securing stitches  52 Quilting  123 Raising/Lowering the needle  36 Registering details of the dealer  69 Regulating the speed  73, 151 Safety instructions  14 Saving Service data  69 Selecting a language  62...

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