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Page 2: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should 11. Never drop or insert any object into any openings on the sewing always be followed, including the following: computer. Read all instructions before using this sewing computer. When the 12.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Instructions Welcome Embroidery Computer Overview 4- 6 Getting Ready to Embroider 7- 20 Important Embroidery Information 21- 24 Key Operations 25- 35 Embroidery 36- 40 Lettering 41- 45 Editing and Combining Designs 46- 53 Design Transfer and Compatibility 54- 58 Care and Maintenance 59- 60...
Page 5: Embroidery Computer Overview
Embroidery Computer Overview Name of Parts LCD touch panel Bobbin winder spindle Bobbin thread cutter Spool holder (large) Spool pin Bobbin winding thread guide Thread guide Thread take-up lever Thread tension dial 10. Face plate 11. Thread cutter 12. Needle threader 13.
Page 6 Embroidery Computer Overview Standard accessories Bobbins Lint Brush Extra Spool Pin Spool Pin Felt Spool Stand Spool Holder (Large) Spool Holder (Small) Scissors Screwdriver Screwdriver Set of Needles Instruction Book Power Supply Cord Hoop A (with Template) Hoop B (with Template) Spool Net...
Page 7: Embroidery Computer Overview
Embroidery Computer Overview Detachable Extension Table To remove, lift out the extension table toward you as illustrated. To attach, position the tabs on the base tab holes and push down gently. Extension table Tabs Base tab holes Sewing accessories are stored in the extension table. Pull open the door to store the accessories.
Page 8: Getting Ready To Embroider
The color of the button changes each time you press it - red when the machine is running, and green when it is stopped. Note: The Deco 340 is equipped with an automatic shutdown safety feature to prevent overheating when the machine is running overloaded. Follow safety instructions that appear on the visual touch screen if it happens.
Page 9 Getting ready to Embroider Removing the bobbin Slide the hook cover plate release button to the right, and remove the hook cover plate. Lift out the bobbin from the bobbin holder. Hook cover plate release button Hook cover plate Bobbin Setting the spool of thread Place the spool of thread on the spool pin with the thread coming off the spool as shown.
Page 10 Getting ready to Embroider Winding the bobbin Guide the thread around the bobbin winder thread guide while holding the thread at the spool. Bobbin winder thread guide Thread through the hole in the bobbin from the inside to the outside. Put the bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle. Bobbin winder spindle Push the spindle to the right.
Page 11 Getting ready to Embroider Inserting the bobbin Place the bobbin in the bobbin holder with the thread unwinding counter-clockwise. Thread Bobbin holder Guide the thread into front notch on the front of the bobbin holder. Draw the thread to the left, sliding it between tension spring blades. Front notch Continue to draw the thread lightly until the thread slips into side notch.
Page 12 Getting ready to Embroider Vorbereitungen zum Sticken Raising the Presser Foot Nähfuss hochstellen The presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot. Der Nähfusslifter stellt den Nähfuss hoch und senkt ihn. The presser foot can be raised about 6 mm (1/4") higher than the Aus der oberen Position kann der Nähfuss zusätzlich noch um ca.
Page 13 Getting ready to Embroider Slip the thread through the slit and down into the eye of the take- up lever as shown (D). Draw the thread down through the left channel. Slit Eye of the take-up lever Slip the thread behind the lower thread guide from the right. Lower thread guide Slip the thread in the needle bar thread guide from the left.
Page 14 Getting ready to Embroider Needle Threader Lower the presser foot. Press the needle threader lever down as far as it will go. The hook comes out through the needle eye from behind. Needle threader lever Hook Note: Avoid applying sideways force to the needle threader lever as this could cause malfunction of the threader.
Page 15 Getting Ready to Embroider Drawing up the Bobbin Thread Raise the presser foot lifter. Hold the needle thread with your finger. Needle thread Turn the handwheel one complete turn toward you. Draw the needle thread to bring up a loop of the bobbin thread. Loop of the bobbin thread Pass the needle thread through the hole in the embroidery foot and draw it up to the thread holder leaving an inch of free thread.
Page 16 Getting Ready to Embroider Thread Tension Adjust the thread tension of the upper thread with the thread tension dial (9. on page 4). The initial position for the thread tension dial is «4». For most applications this adjustment will give suitable upper thread tension. Depending on the material and the thickness of the embroidery thread, as well as of the fabric stitched on, it might be required to tweak the upper thread tension.
Page 17 Getting Ready to Embroider Change Needle Turn off the power switch and disconnect the machine from the power supply. Raise the needle by turning the handwheel and lower the presser foot. Holding the needle tight, loosen the needle clamp screw by turning it counterclockwise.
Page 18 For more detailed informations please contact your dealer or read specific technical literature. Embroidery Hoop The Deco 340 is supplied with two hoops. Use hoop A for regular designs up to 126 x 110 mm (5" x 4 "), while the hoop B will accommodate a large design up to a 200 x 140 mm (8"...
Page 19 Having finished step 2 the fabric should sit well stretched in the hoop. You are now ready to attach the hoop with the fabric onto the Deco 340. Note: It is only necessary to calibrate the hoop once if you are embroidering several pieces with the same fabric and stabilizer.
Page 20 Getting Ready to Embroider Attaching the Embroidery Hoop to the Machine Turn the attaching knob so it is parallel with the hoop, and set it on the carriage. Attaching knob Carriage holes Pins Turn the attaching knob clockwise. Caution: • Always provide sufficient clearance for the embroidery carriage behind your machine before starting the machine.
Page 21 Getting Ready to Embroider Embroidery stabilizers Tear-away stabilizers • Similar to interfacing; tears like paper • one or more layers can be used • available in different weights • for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the fabric with temporary spray adhesive before hooping • carefully tear away excess stabilizer from the back of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: For all wovens and non-stretchables Cut-away stabilizers • one or more layers can be used • available in light- and heavyweight • for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the fabric with temporary spray adhesive before hooping • carefully cut away from the back of the embroidery after stitching • stabilizer will remain under larger embroidered areas Application: For all stretchable fabrics...
Page 22: Important Embroidery Information
Important Embroidery Information Spray starch for additional stiffening • spray starch is ideal for stiffening fine, soft or loosely woven fabrics • spray the area to be embroidered, let dry or press gently with a warm iron • always use an additional stabilizer such as water soluble stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric Application: • ideal for fine, loosely woven fabrics, e.g. batiste, fine linen, etc. Water soluble stabilizer for fabric with a pile and lace embroidery • water soluble stabilizer looks like plastic wrap • dissolve stabilizer in warm water when embroidery is complete • water soluble stabilizers are ideal protection for fabrics with a thick or looped pile such as toweling.
Page 23 Important Embroidery Information Embroidery Threads One of the most important elements in successful embroidery is the quality of the thread. We strongly recommend that you purchase thread from a reputable dealer in order to avoid irregularities, thread breakage, etc. which so often occur with poor quality threads. Embroidery is particularly effective if you use glossy rayon or polyester embroidery threads as upper threads.
Page 24 Important Embroidery Information Embroidery Needles • use correct needle size for each thread • exchange needle regularly The following are the guidelines: Needle No. Needle, Thread and Fabric fine fabrics: Care has to be taken when combining needle and thread. fine thread (darning thread, embroidery thread) 70–75 The correct needle size does not only depend on the chosen thread, but also has to be well-suited to the fabric used.
Page 25: Important Embroidery Information
Important Embroidery Information Checking the Needle Condition The needle condition should be checked and the needle replaced regularly. A defective needle not only damages the sewing but also the sewing computer. The following are the guidelines: replace needle when starting a new sewing project or as required.
Page 26: Key Operations
Key Operations To make learning easy you will find the most important keys and indications always at the same location on your Deco 340 screen. For your convenience it is using icons and a status line. Please familiarize yourself first with the basic procedures and these important elements as described below.
Page 27 Deco 340 and your PC. USB Sticks are available at camera shops, PC supply stores etc. in various sizes and shape. Insert the USB Stick into the USB Stick socket on the Deco 340. To remove pull firmly on the USB Stick Caution! • Do not disconnect the USB Stick while stitching.
Page 28 Key Operations Adjust User Preferences / Setup Use these screens to personalize the functions on the emboridery computer. All these settings are stored permanently until they are overwritten. 1 Press Utilities - Setup to open the setup screens. 2 Setup key Press this key to open the setup window.
Page 29 Key Operations Key Operations  1 Screen contrast  1 Screen contrast   The touch screen contrast can be adjusted.  Press the plus key, to sharpen the screen contrast.  Press the minus key, to fade the screen contrast. 2 Sound control ...
Page 30: Formatting The Memory
Built-in Memory shown when reviewing the design. Four brands with 104 colours Built-in Memory  each are preset in the Deco 340. Please refer to the thread colour ATA PC Card  ATA PC Card overview in the Appendix for more details on these colours.
Page 31 Key Operations 1 Hoop Size Selection Choose the default hoop size by pressing the corresponding key. Note: This selection will only be assigned for monogramming. 2 Auto Stop Activate to have the embroidery computer automatically stop after 5 stitches in order to allow trimming the thread tail. 3 Thread Check Choose OFF to disable the lower thread and upper thread sensor.
Page 32: Changing Needles
Key Operations On-screen Help You can view on-screen help for the basic operations of the machine. Press the utility key. Press the help key in the utility selection window. Index Select a help topic by pressing the key next to the topic. Press the Page keys to scroll through the pages of a help window Changing needles Inserting the bobbin...
Page 33 2 Open for Lettering / Monogramming There are three fonts for lettering (Gothic, Script and Cheltenham) built into the Deco 340. Further there is a choice of 3- letter and 2- letter monogramming available. Use this selection as well to open fonts from the optional Design Cards with alphabets.
Page 34 Key Operations Select Designs for Embroidery Press the corresponding tab in the Pattern Selection Window to open designs. A similar window is used to select designs from the various memory sources. 8 designs are displayed at once on one page of the screen. 1 Page keys Press the key to view the next page.
Page 35 Hauptfunktionen am Bildschirm Key Operations Deleting Designs from Memory Stickmuster aus dem Speicher löschen You may delete design files from your Personal Designs, ATA card or Sofern die Speichermedien nicht schreibgeschützt sind, können Sie USB Stick provided, that these memory media are not write Stickmuster aus persönlichen Speicherkarten, ATA-Karten oder USB- protected.
Page 36: Key Operations
Key Operations Deleting Folders from USB Stick You may delete folders with all its contained files at once from a USB Stick. Caution: All designs will be deleted permanently - careful use of this function is highly recommended. 1. In the Pattern Selection Window select the tab for the USB Stick. 2.
Page 37: Embroidery
Notes: • When disabling the Auto Thread Cut function the Thread Cutter Button at the head of the Deco 340 is disabled as well. • This Metallic Thread key will only appear, if the Auto Thread Cutting is enabled in the utility menu. 9 Status of Thread Check...
Page 38 Embroidery 1 Jog / Stitch Key Press this key to toggle between the jog keys and the stitch forward/ backward keys. Note: The display automatically switches between jog keys before stitching and the stitch forward / backward keys while stitching a design out. 2 Jog Keys Before starting to embroider adjust the hoop to the desired center position using the jog keys.
Page 39 Embroidery Starting to Embroider Select the desired pattern. The image of the selected pattern will be shown in the embroidery window. Adjust the center lines on your fabric to the needle using the jog keys. See last page for details. Lower the presser foot.
Page 40 Embroidery After finishing the first section, the screen will show the instruction window (C). Raise the presser foot. The screen will show the instruction window (D). • If Auto Thread Cutter is set to ON, the machine has trimmed the threads automatically. • If Auto Thread Cutter is set to OFF, trim the threads with scissors or by pressing the Thread Cutter button Note: Instruction window (D) closes automatically after a few seconds in order to give you free sight to the new colour to be used for threading.
Page 41: Embroidery
Embroidery Upper Thread End or Thread Breakage If during embroidery the upper thread runs out or breaks, the machine stops automatically and the following sequence of instruction windows will be displayed. Caution: Please follow the instructions carefully. Otherwise the thread may jam in the hook system.
Page 42: Lettering
Lettering Lettering In the Pattern Selection Window press the Lettering tab to open the Lettering window. In the Lettering selection window, you can program words by pressing the alphabet keys. After you press an alphabet key, the letter is memorized and the cursor moves to the right.
Page 43 Lettering Gothic Programming Lettering (Programming «Bear» in Gothic style) A.B.C Press «B». Edit Gothic Press the letter case key to select lower case letters. A.B.C Edit Select «e», «a» and «r». Gothic Press the OK key. Bear A.B.C Edit The display will change to the embroidery screen. Selecting the Starting Point Choose the location of the start position in the letter string by pressing the alignment key.
Page 44 Lettering 1 Color change key Press this key to stitch a multi-color lettering. Bear The machine will stop automatically when each character is finished. Change the thread and stitch the next character. 2 Jog keys Press these keys to adjust the hoop to the start position for lettering Starting to embroider Lower the presser foot and press the Start/Stop button.
Page 45 Lettering Editing the Monogram Deleting a letter Gothic Example: To delete «E» from «BEAT» BEAT Press the cursor key to shift the cursor under the letter to delete. Gothic BEAT Gothic Press the delete key. The letter «E» will be deleted. Inserting a letter Example: To insert «E»...
Page 46: Lettering
Lettering Gothic 2 / 3 Letters Monogram Example: 2 Letters with a crest A.B.C Select «2 Letters». Note: When the screen language is switched to Russian, there are three more fonts displayed to choose from. Edit Select the crest. 2 Letters A.B.C Edit Select the letter «A».
Page 47: Editing And Combining Designs
The editing window can be used to combine embroidery designs. Built-in designs, letters as well as designs from USB Sticks or Design Cards can be merged on the Deco 340 into one single design. These new designs are limited to: • max. 50 single designs that they are made of...
Page 48 Editing and Combining Designs Edit Selecting a Design to Edit To select a design, press the tab for the location of the desired design A.B.C Edit B: 140x200mm The Pattern Selection Window will open. Select the desired pattern. The selected pattern will be shown in the Editing Window. A frame around the pattern indicates it is selected.
Page 49 Editing and Combining Designs Editing Window 1 Position keys Move the selected design with the Position keys to the desired location. The carriage will not move when you press the Position keys since the design position is just moved relatively to the hoop. Note: The Position keys look exactly the same as the Jog keys but the function is different.
Page 50 Editing and Combining Designs 1 Resize Key Press this key to open the Resize Window. To alter the pattern size, press the plus or minus key. A.B.C The size of the pattern can be altered from 90% to 120% of the original size.
Page 51 Editing and Combining Designs Editing and Combining Designs Example: Combine the built-in design #4 and text «Sky» 1. Select design #4 from the built-in designs. 2. Press the Editing tab. Select the hoop B. 4. Press the Lettering tab. 5. Select «S» (Upper case letter in Gothic style). Gothic A.B.C Edit...
Page 52 Editing and Combining Designs Gothic 7. Select «k» and «y». A.B.C 8. Press the OK key. Edit 9. Position the letters by dragging or with by using the position keys. 10. Press the OK key and the screen will change to the Embroidery Window.
Page 53 Personal designs on the Deco 340 ATA Personal Design Card USB Stick The built-in memory of the Deco 340 can hold a large number of your own embroidery design creations. Designs with a combined number of max. 290'000 stitches can be stored.
Page 54 Editing and Combining Designs Assigning a File Name You can assign a name to the file in the File Name window. Press the File Name key to open the File Name window. A keyboard will be displayed in the window. Enter the file name. Note: Only 8 characters can be entered.
Page 55: Design Transfer And Compatibility
Deco 340 must be stored in a folder named «..:\EmbF5». This folder Embroidery Software or OESD Explorations Software which can be is automatically generated when a file is saved on the Deco and / or used to convert the .ART files and write them onto an ATA Personal through Bernina Embroidery Software («Card/Machine Write»).
Page 56 Transfer of Embroidery Designs Below is a graphical summary of all different ways to transfer embroidery designs into the Deco 340 and back. The most common procedures are described individually on the following pages.
Page 57 Design Transfer and Compatibility File Transfer with USB Stick Use a USB Stick to store embroidery designs from the Deco 340. These files may be stored on a PC and can be further processed with Bernina Embroidery Software or OESD Explorations Software.
Page 58 Design Transfer and Compatibility Embroidery Designs from the Internet Embroidery designs from the Internet, i.e. from www. embroideryonline.com either 1. download as .ART file. Using BERNINA Embroidery Software or OESD Explorations software write as .EXP+ file to USB Stick or ATA Personal Design Card 2.
Page 59 Industrial embroidery design format to store sitch by stitch as X/Y coordinates, color change and jumps. Bernia uses an extended version of this .EXP format. .EXP+ Deco 330/340 Bernina extended .EXP embroidery design format based on .EXP with added color artista 630/640, information.
Page 60: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog Turn the handwheel to raise the needle, turn the power switch to ‘O’ and then unplug the embroidery computer. Note: Do not dismantle the machine other than what is explained in this section.
Page 61: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance Replacing the Light Bulb Warning: Turn off the power and unplug the embroidery computer before replacing the light bulb. The bulb could be HOT, wait until it has cooled down before touching it. To remove: Remove the cap and setscrew. Remove the faceplate. Pull out the bulb from the socket.
Page 62: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Reference The machine is noisy. Threads have been caught in the hook See page 59 mechanism. Lint has collected in the bobbin holder. See page 59 The needle thread breaks The needle thread is not threaded See pages 11, 12. properly.
Page 63: Index
Index Assigning a file name On-screen Help Attaching the Embroidery Hoop Open Designs from internal memory Overview, Embroidery Computer Bobbin Threads Pattern Selection Window Care and Maintenance Change Needle Raising the Presser Foot Checking the Needle Condition Removing the bobbin Cleaning the Hook Race and Feed Dog Replacing the Light Bulb Design Transfer and Compatibility...