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Bernina 540 Instructions Manual

Bernina 540 Instructions Manual (254 pages)

Brand: Bernina | Category: Sewing Machine | Size: 29.98 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
4
Important Safety Instructions
13
1 My BERNINA

17
- Introduction
  17
- Welcome to the World of BERNINA
  17
- Key to Signs
  18
- Overview Machine
  19
  - Overview Front Controls
    19
  - Overview Front
    20
  - Overview Sideways
    21
  - Overview Back
    22
- Supplied Accessories
  22
  - Overview Accessories Machine
    22
  - Use of the Power Cable (Only Usa/Canada)
    24
  - Overview Presser Feet
    25
  - Accessory Box
    27
- Overview User Interface
  28
- Needle, Thread, Fabric
  30
  - Overview Needles
    30
  - Example for Needle Description
    32
  - Thread Selection
    32
  - Needle/Thread Combination
    33
2 Sewing Preparation

34
3 Setup Program

54
4 System Settings

74
5 Creative Sewing

76
6 Practical Stitches

92
- Overview Practical Stitches
  92
- Sewing Straight Stitch
  95
- Securing with the Automatic Securing Program
  95
- Sewing in the Zipper
  96
- Sewing both Sides of the Zipper from Bottom to Top
  97
- Sewing Triple Straight Stitch
  98
- Sewing Triple Zig Zag
  98
- Manual Darning
  99
- Automatic Darning
  101
- Reinforced Darning, Automatic
  101
- Reinforced Darning Program
  102
- Finishing Edges
  103
- Sewing Double Overlock
  103
- Narrow Edgestitching
  104
- Wide Edgestitching
  104
- Edgestitching Using the Seam Guide (Optional Accessory)
  105
- Sewing Hem Edges
  105
- Sewing Blind Hems
  106
- Sewing Visible Hems
  107
- Sewing Flat Joining Seams
  107
- Sewing Basting Stitches
  108
7 Decorative Stitches

109
- Overview Decorative Stitches
  109
- Bobbin-Play
  110
- Altering the Stitch Density
  111
- Sewing Cross Stitches
  111
- Pintucks
  112
  - Overview Pintucks
    112
  - Inserting the Cord
    113
  - Sewing Pintucks
    113
8 Alphabets

114
- Overview Alphabet
  114
- Creating Lettering
  115
- Altering Font Size
  115
9 Buttonholes

117
10 Quilting

130
- Overview Quilt Stitches
  130
- Quilting, Securing Program
  131
- Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches
  131
- Guiding the Quilt Work Freely
  132
11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)

133
- BSR Mode 1
  133
- BSR Mode 2
  133
- BSR Function with Straight Stitch No. 1
  133
- BSR Function with Zig Zag No. 2
  133
- Sewing Preparations for Quilting
  133
  - Attach the BSR Presser Foot
    133
  - Changing the Presser Foot Sole
    134
- Using the BSR Mode
  134
- Securing
  135
  - Securing in BSR1 Mode with the Button «Start/Stop
    135
  - Securing in BSR2 Mode
    136
12 My BERNINA Embroidery

137
- Overview Embroidery Module
  137
- Supplied Accessories Embroidery Module
  137
  - Overview Accessories Embroidery Module
    137
- Overview User Interface
  138
- Important Embroidery Information
  139
  - Upper Thread
    139
  - Bobbin Thread
    140
  - Selecting the Embroidery File Format
    140
  - Embroidery Test
    141
  - The Size of the Embroidery Motif
    141
  - Embroidering Motifs by Third-Party Providers
    141
  - Underlay Stitches
    141
  - Satin Stitch
    141
  - Step Stitch
    142
  - Connecting Stitches
    142
13 Embroidering Preparation

143
- Attaching the Module
  143
- Removing the Embroidery Module
  143
- Preparing the Machine
  144
  - Lowering the Feed Dog
    144
  - Selecting an Embroidery Motif
    144
- Embroidery Foot
  144
  - Attaching the Embroidery Foot
    144
  - Selecting the Presser Foot in the User Interface
    145
- Needle and Stitch Plate
  146
- Embroidery Hoop
  148
  - Overview Embroidery Hoop Selection
    148
  - Selecting the Embroidery Hoop
    148
  - Tear-Away Stabilizers
    149
  - Cut-Away Stabilizers
    149
  - Using Adhesive Spray
    149
  - Using Spray Starch
    149
  - Using Iron-On Interfacing
    149
  - Using Paper-Backed Adhesive Stabilizer
    149
  - Using Water-Soluble Stabilizer
    150
  - Preparing the Embroidery Hoop
    150
  - Attaching the Hoop
    151
  - Overview Embroidery Functions
    152
  - Center the Needle to the Embroidery Hoop
    152
  - Moving the Hoop to the Back
    152
  - Moving the Module for the Sewing Mode
    152
  - Grid On/Off
    153
  - Locating the Center of the Embroidery Motif
    153
  - Virtual Positioning of the Embroidery Hoop
    153
14 Setup Program

154
- Adjusting the Embroidery Settings in the Setup Program
  154
15 Creative Embroidering

155
- Overview Embroidering
  155
- Selecting and Changing the Embroidery Motif
  155
- Checking the Embroidery Time and the Embroidery Motif Size
  155
- Regulating the Speed
  155
- Editing the Embroidery Motif
  156
  - Overview Editing Embroidery Motif
    156
  - Scaling up the Embroidery Motif View
    156
  - Downsizing the Embroidery Motif View
    156
  - Moving the Embroidery Motif View
    157
  - Moving the Embroidery Motif in Enlarged View
    157
  - Moving the Embroidery Motif
    157
  - Rotating Motif
    158
  - Altering the Embroidery Motif Size Proportionally
    158
  - Altering the Embroidery Motif Size Disproportionally
    158
  - Mirroring Embroidery Motifs
    159
  - Bending the Text
    159
  - Changing the Stitch Type
    159
  - Altering the Stitch Density
    160
  - Checking the Size and the Position of the Embroidery Motif
    160
  - Endless Embroidery
    161
  - Duplicating the Embroidery Motif
    163
  - Deleting an Embroidery Motif
    163
  - Changing the Sequence Within an Embroidery Motif Combination
    163
  - Undoing Entries
    164
  - Grouping Embroidery Motifs
    164
- Pinpoint Placement
  165
  - Positioning of Grid Points
    165
  - Free Point Positioning
    166
- Combining Embroidery Motifs
  167
- Creating Lettering
  169
  - Overview Embroidery Alphabets
    169
  - Creating Words/Sentences
    169
  - Editing Words/Sentences
    170
- Changing the Colors of the Embroidery Motif
  171
  - Overview Changing the Color
    171
  - Changing the Colors
    172
  - Altering the Colors Via the Color Wheel
    172
  - Changing the Thread Brand
    173
- Embroidering the Embroidery Motif
  174
  - Overview Embroidery Menu
    174
  - Adding Basting Stitches
    174
  - Moving the Hoop
    174
  - Embroidery Sequence Control When Thread Breaks
    174
  - Cutting Connecting Stitches
    175
  - Reducing Color Changes
    175
  - Multi-Colored Embroidery Motif On/Off
    175
  - Endless Embroidery
    176
  - Color Indication
    177
- Free Arm Embroidering
  177
- Administering Embroidery Motifs
  178
16 Embroidery

181
17 Attachment

183
- Maintenance and Cleaning
  183
  - Cleaning the Display
    183
  - Cleaning the Feed Dog
    183
  - Cleaning the Hook
    183
  - Lubricating the Hook
    184
- Troubleshooting
  186
- Error Messages
  189
- Storage and Disposal
  192
  - Storing the Machine
    192
  - Dispose of the Machine
    193
- Technical Data
  194
18 Overview Motifs

195
- Overview Stitch Patterns
  195
  - Practical Stitches
    195
  - Buttonholes
    195
  - Decorative Stitches
    195
- Overview Embroidery Motifs
  201
  - Editing Embroidery Motifs
    201
  - Projects
    202
  - Quilt Motifs
    203
  - Ornaments
    212
  - Children
    219
  - Frames and Borders
    224
  - Seasons
    226
  - Borders and Lace
    232
  - Sports and Hobby
    237
  - Animals
    241
  - Flowers
    242
  - Designs with Special Effects
    247
- Index
  252

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Bernina 540 User Manual

Bernina 540 User Manual (185 pages)

Brand: Bernina | Category: Sewing Machine | Size: 21.91 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
5
Important Safety Instructions
10
Important Information
12
My BERNINA
14
Introduction
14
BERNINA Quality Control
14
Welcome to the World of BERNINA
14
Overview Machine
16
Overview Front Controls
16
Overview Front
17
Overview Sideways
18
Overview Back
19
Supplied Accessories
20
Overview Accessories Machine
20
Use of the Power Cable (Only Usa/Canada)
21
Overview Presser Feet
22
Accessory Box
23
Overview User Interface
23
Overview Functions/Visual Information
23
Overview System Settings
24
Overview Selection Menu Sewing
24
Overview Icons
24
Needle, Thread, Fabric
25
Overview Needles
25
Example for Needle Description
27
Thread Selection
27
Needle/Thread Combination
28
Sewing Preparation
29
Accessory Box
29
Removing and Attaching the Accessory Box
29
Storing Accessories
29
Connection and Switching on
30
Connecting the Foot Control
30
Connecting the Machine
30
Attaching the Knee Lifter of the Free Hand System
30
Fixing the Touchscreen Pen
31
Switching the Machine on
31
Foot Control
31
Regulating the Speed Via the Foot Control
31
Raising/Lowering the Needle
32
Spool Pin
32
Retractable Spool Pin
32
Horizontal Spool Pin
33
Free Arm
34
Feed Dog
34
Adjusting the Feed Dog
34
Slide-On Table
35
Using the Slide-On Table
35
Presser Foot
36
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position Via the Knee Lifter of the Free Hand System
36
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position Via the Button "Presser Foot Up/Down
36
Changing the Presser Foot
36
Having the Presser Foot Displayed in the User Interface
37
Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure
37
Instruction for Adjusting the Feed Dog
38
Needle and Stitch Plate
38
Changing the Needle
38
Selecting the Needle in the User Interface
38
Selecting the Needle Type and the Needle Size
38
Adjusting the Needle Position Up/Down
39
Adjusting the Needle Position Left/Right
39
Needle Stop Up/Down (Permanent)
40
Changing the Stitch Plate
40
Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface
40
Threading
41
Threading the Upper Thread
41
Threading the Double Needle
43
Threading the Triple Needle
44
Winding the Bobbin Thread
44
Threading the Bobbin Thread
45
Instruction How to Thread the Bobbin Thread
47
Setup Program
48
Sewing Settings
48
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension
48
Adjusting the Maximum Sewing Speed
48
Programming Securing Stitches
48
Programming the Button "Thread Cutter
49
Programming the Button "Securing
49
Programming the Button "Quick Reverse
50
Embroidery Settings
50
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension
50
Adjusting the Maximum Embroidering Speed
51
Setting the Embroidery Motif Position When Opening
51
Calibrating the Hoop
52
Entering the Fabric Thickness
52
Programming Securing Stitches (Smart Secure)
53
Adjusting the Thread Cut
53
Changing the Measuring Unit
54
Selecting Personal Settings
55
Monitoring Functions
56
Activating the Upper Thread Indicator
56
Activating the Audio Signals
56
Machine Settings
57
Selecting a Language
57
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display
57
Adjusting the Sewing Light
57
Checking the Firmware Version
58
Reviewing the Total Number of Stitches
58
Registering Details of the Dealer
58
Saving Service Data
59
Back to Basic Setting
60
Deleting User Data
60
Deleting Motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick
61
Calibrating the Buttonhole Foot No. 3A
61
Updating the Machine Firmware
62
Recovering Saved Data
63
Cleaning the Thread Catcher
63
Lubricating the Machine
64
Packing the Embroidery Module
65
System Settings
66
Calling up the Tutorial
66
Calling up the Creative Consultant
66
Using Eco Mode
66
Calling up the Help
66
Cancelling any Alterations with "Clr
66
Creative Sewing
67
Overview Selection Menu Sewing
67
Selecting a Stitch Pattern
67
Regulating the Speed
67
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension
67
Editing Stitch Patterns
68
Changing the Stitch Width
68
Changing the Stitch Length
68
Correcting the Balance
69
Programming Pattern Repeat
69
Mirror Image of Stitch Patterns
70
Quick Reverse
70
Permanent Quick Reverse
70
Backstepping
70
Combining Stitch Patterns
71
Overview Combi Mode
71
Creating Stitch Pattern Combinations
71
Saving a Stitch Pattern Combination
71
Loading a Stitch Pattern Combination
72
Overwriting a Stitch Pattern Combination
72
Deleting a Stitch Pattern Combination
72
Editing a Single Stitch Pattern
72
Deleting a Single Stitch Pattern
73
Adding a Single Stitch Pattern
73
Mirroring a Stitch Pattern Combination
73
Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 1
74
Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 2
74
Securing a Stitch Pattern Combination
74
Programming Pattern Repeat
75
Administering Stitch Patterns
75
Saving Settings of Stitch Patterns
75
Saving Stitch Patterns in Personal Memory
75
Overwriting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory
76
Loading Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory
76
Deleting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory
76
Saving Stitch Patterns on the BERNINA USB Stick
76
Uploading a Stitch Pattern from the BERNINA USB Stick
77
Deleting Stitch Patterns from the BERNINA USB Stick
77
Securing
77
Securing a Seam with the Button "Securing
77
Securing Via the Icon "Securing
78
Height Compensation of Uneven Layers
78
Sewing Corners
79
Practical Stitches
80
Overview Practical Stitches
80
Sewing Straight Stitch
82
Securing with the Automatic Securing Program
83
Sewing in the Zipper
83
Sewing both Sides of the Zipper from Bottom to Top
84
Sewing Triple Straight Stitch
85
Sewing Triple Zig Zag
86
Manual Darning
86
Automatic Darning
88
Reinforced Darning, Automatic
89
Reinforced Darning Program
89
Finishing Edges
90
Sewing Double Overlock
90
Narrow Edgestitching
91
Wide Edgestitching
91
Edgestitching Using the Seam Guide (Optional Accessory)
92
Sewing Hem Edges
92
Sewing Blind Hems
93
Sewing Visible Hems
94
Sewing Flat Joining Seams
94
Sewing Basting Stitches
95
Decorative Stitches
96
Overview Decorative Stitches
96
Bobbin-Play
97
Sewing Cross Stitches
98
Pintucks
98
Overview Pintucks
98
Inserting the Cord
99
Sewing Pintucks
100
Alphabets
101
Overview Alphabet
101
Creating Lettering
101
Altering Font Size
102
Buttonholes
103
Overview Buttonholes
103
Making Use of the Height Compensation Tool
104
Using the Compensation Plate
105
Marking Buttonholes
105
Cord
106
Using Cord with the Buttonhole Foot with Slide No. 3A
106
Using Cord with the Buttonhole Foot No. 3C (Optional Accessory)
107
Sewing a Test Sample
108
Determining the Buttonhole Slit Width
108
Determining the Buttonhole Length with the Buttonhole Foot with Slide No. 3A
109
Determining the Buttonhole Length with Buttonhole Foot No. 3C (Optional Accessory)
109
Sewing a Buttonhole Automatically
110
Programming the Heirloom Buttonhole
111
Sewing the Manual 7-Step Buttonhole with the
111
Buttonhole Foot No. 3C (Optional Accessory)
111
Sewing the Manual 5-Step Buttonhole with the
112
Buttonhole Foot No. 3C (Optional Accessory)
112
Cutting the Buttonhole Open with the Seam Ripper
112
Cutting Open Buttonholes with the Buttonhole Cutter (Optional Accessory)
113
Sewing on Buttons
113
Sewing Eyelets
114
Quilting
115
Overview Quilt Stitches
115
Quilting, Securing Program
116
Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches
116
Guiding the Quilt Work Freely
117
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)
118
BSR Mode 1
118
BSR Mode 2
118
BSR Function with Straight Stitch No. 1
118
BSR Function with Zig Zag No. 2
118
Sewing Preparations for Quilting
118
Attach the BSR Presser Foot
118
Changing the Presser Foot Sole
119
Using the BSR Mode
119
Securing
120
Securing in BSR1 Mode with the Button "Start/Stop
120
Securing in BSR2 Mode
120
My BERNINA Embroidery
122
Overview Embroidery Module
122
Supplied Accessories Embroidery Module
122
Overview Accessory Embroidery Module
122
Overview User Interface
123
Overview Functions/Visual Information
123
Overview System Settings
124
Overview Selection Menu Embroidery
124
Important Embroidery Information
124
Upper Thread
124
Bobbin Thread
125
Selecting the Embroidery File Format
125
Embroidery Test
126
The Size of the Embroidery Motif
126
Embroidering Motifs by Third-Party Providers
126
Underlay Stitches
126
Satin or Leaf Stich
126
Step Stitch
127
Connecting Stitches
127
Embroidering Preparation
128
Attaching the Module
128
Removing the Embroidery Module
128
Preparing the Machine
129
Lower the Feed-Dog
129
Selecting an Embroidery Motif
129
Embroidery Foot
129
Attaching the Embroidery Foot
129
Selecting the Presser Foot in the User Interface
130
Needle and Stitch Plate
130
Inserting the Embroidery Needle
130
Selecting the Embroidery Needle in the User Interface
131
Selecting the Needle Type and the Needle Size
131
Adjusting the Needle Position Up/Down
132
Attaching the Stitch Plate
132
Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface
133
Thread-Up Command
133
Embroidery Hoop
133
Overview Embroidery Hoop Selection
133
Selecting the Embroidery Hoop
133
Tear-Away Stabilizers
134
Cut-Away Stabilizers
134
Using Adhesive Spray
134
Using Spray Starch
134
Using Iron-On Interfacing
134
Using Paper-Backed Adhesive Stabilizer
134
Using Water-Soluble Stabilizer
135
Preparing the Embroidery Hoop
135
Attaching the Hoop
136
Overview Embroidery Functions
137
Center the Needle to the Embroidery Hoop
137
Moving the Hoop to the Back
137
Moving the Module for the Sewing Mode
137
Grid On/Off
138
Locating the Center of the Embroidery Motif
138
Virtual Positioning of the Embroidery Hoop
138
Setup Program
139
Adjusting the Embroidery Settings in the Setup Program
139
Creative Embroidering
140
Overview Embroidering
140
Selecting and Changing the Embroidery Motif
140
Checking the Embroidery Time and the Embroidery Motif Size
140
Regulating the Speed
140
Editing the Embroidery Motif
141
Overview Editing Embroidery Motif
141
Scaling up the Embroidery Motif View
141
Downsizing the Embroidery Motif View
141
Moving the Embroidery Motif View
141
Moving the Embroidery Motif in Enlarged View
142
Moving the Embroidery Motif
142
Rotating Motif
142
Altering the Embroidery Motif Size Proportionally
143
Altering the Embroidery Motif Size Disproportionally
143
Mirroring Embroidery Motifs
144
Bending the Text
144
Changing the Stitch Type
145
Altering the Stitch Density
145
Checking the Size and the Position of the Embroidery Motif
145
Duplicating the Embroidery Motif
146
Deleting an Embroidery Motif
147
Combining Embroidery Motifs
147
Deleting a Single Embroidery Motif
147
Duplicating a Combination
147
Creating Lettering
148
Overview Embroidery Alphabets
148
Creating Words/Sentences
148
Editing Words/Sentences
149
Changing the Colors of the Embroidery Motif
150
Overview Changing the Color
150
Changing the Colors
151
Changing the Thread Brand
151
Embroidering the Embroidery Motif
151
Overview Embroidery Menu
151
Adding Basting Stitches
152
Moving the Hoop
152
Embroidery Sequence Control When Thread Breaks
152
Cutting Connecting Stitches
152
Reducing Color Changes
153
Multi-Colored Embroidery Motif On/Off
153
Color Indication
153
Free Arm Embroidering
153
Administering Embroidery Motifs
154
Saving Embroidery Motifs in the Personal Memory
154
Saving the Embroidery Motif on the BERNINA USB Stick
155
Overwriting the Embroidery Motif in the Personal Memory
155
Overwriting the Embroidery Motif on the BERNINA USB Stick
155
Importing Stitch Patterns
156
Loading an Embroidery Motif from the Personal Memory
156
Loading an Embroidery Motif from the BERNINA USB Stick
156
Deleting an Embroidery Motif from the Personal Memory
156
Deleting an Embroidery Motif from the BERNINA USB Stick
157
Embroidery
158
Embroidering Via the Button "Start/Stop
158
Increasing the Embroidery Speed
158
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension
158
Embroidering Via the Foot Control
159
Appendix
160
Maintencance and Cleaning
160
Cleaning the Display
160
Cleaning the Feed Dog
160
Cleaning the Hook
160
Lubricating the Hook
161
Troubleshooting
163
Error Messages
165
Storage and Disposal
169
Storing the Machine
169
Dispose of the Machine
169
Technical Data
169
Overview Stitch Patterns
171
Practical Stitches
171
Buttonholes
171
Decorative Stitches
171
Overview Embroidery Motifs
174
Editing Embroidery Motifs
174
Quilt Motifs
175
Ornaments
176
Flowers
176
Children
177
Seasons
177
Sports and Hobby
178
Animals
179
Borders and Lace
180
Frames and Borders
180
Designs with Special Effects
181
Index
182

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