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  • Page 1 BERNINA 455 COLLEGE EDITION User manual...
  • 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 4 Enjoy the creative sewing on your new BERNINA 455 CE and keep informed about the various accessories at www.bernina.com. On our homepage you will also find a lot of inspiring sewing instructions, to be downloaded for free.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the presser foot position via the knee lifter Introduction ............12 of the Free Hand System ..........31 Welcome to the world of BERNINA ......12 Changing the presser foot ..........31 Having the presser foot displayed in the User Interface . 31 Overview Machine ..........
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Saving Service data ............. Sewing Corners ............62 Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A ...... Practical stitches ........... 63 System settings ........... 52 Overview Practical stitches ........63 Calling up the Tutorial ..........52 Sewing straight stitch ..........65 Calling up the Creative Consultant ......
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Buttonholes ............85 Errors and faults ........... 105 Overview Buttonholes ..........85 12.1 Error messages ............105 Making use of the height compensation tool ..86 12.2 Troubleshooting ............107 Using the compensation plate ........ 86 Storage and disposal ........... 110 Marking buttonholes ..........

  • Page 8: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please be aware of the following basic safety instructions when using your machine. Before using this machine, read instruction manual carefully. DANGER! To reduce the risk of electrical shock: • Never leave the machine unattended as long as it is plugged in. •...
  • Page 9 Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Contact the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer to arrange further details. •...
  • Page 10 Important safety instructions • Do not use bent needles. • Always use the original BERNINA stitch plate.The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage. • To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» and then remove the plug from the outlet. Do not unplug by pulling the cord, instead grasp the plug to pull it from the outlet.

  • Page 11: Important Information

    The symbol may also be marked on the product. Environmental Protection BERNINA is committed to the protection of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design and our technology of manufacturing.
  • Page 12 Designates a low-risk hazard which can lead to minor or moderate injuries if not avoided. CAUTION Designates a hazard which can lead to material damage if not avoided. NOTICE Tips from BERNINA sewing experts are found next to this symbol.

  • Page 13: My Bernina

    1.2 Welcome to the world of BERNINA "Made to create" is BERNINA's motto. It is not only our machines that support you as you make your ideas a reality. In addition to the opportunities listed below, we also offer various inspirations and instructions for your future projects as well as the option to exchange ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts.
  • Page 14 Ingenious instructions, free sewing patterns and embroidery motifs as well as many new ideas: You can find all of this in the weekly blog from 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 15: Overview Machine

    My BERNINA 1.3 Overview Machine Overview front controls Quick reverse Presser foot pressure Securing Upper Multifunction knob Start/Stop Lower Multifunction knob Pattern end Needle left/right Needle up/down...

  • Page 16: Overview Front

    My BERNINA Overview front Bobbin cover Thread take-up lever cover Presser foot Thread take-up lever Needle threader Thread cutter Sewing light Needle fixing screw Thread cutter Connection for slide-on table Slide speed control Connection for Free Hand System...

  • Page 17: Overview Sideways

    My BERNINA Overview sideways Connection for foot control Retractable spool pin Feed dog up/down Air vents PC-connection Handwheel USB port Power switch Spool pin Connection for power cable Bobbin winding unit Magnet holder for touchscreen pen (optional accessory)

  • Page 18: Overview Back

    My BERNINA Overview back Air vents Bobbin winding unit Connection for slide-on table Thread pretension Connection for darning hoop Thread take-up lever Presser foot lifter Thread guide Handle Thread cutter Spool pin Feed dog Thread guide Stitch plate Retractable spool pin...

  • Page 19: Supplied Accessories

    My BERNINA 1.4 Supplied accessories Overview accessories machine Illustration Name Purpose Dust cover To protect the machine from dust and contamination. Accessory bag To store the supplied accessories as well as the optional accessories. Free Hand System (FHS) To raise and lower the presser foot.

  • Page 20: Use Of The Power Cable (Only Usa/Canada)

    My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Selection of needles For any common applications. Screwdriver red (slot) To loosen and tighten slotted screws. Brush To clean the feed dog and the looper area. Sewing machine oil To oil the machine. Power cable To connect the machine with the power supply system.

  • Page 21: Overview Presser Feet

    My BERNINA Overview presser feet Supplied standard presser feet Illustration Number Name Purpose Example Reverse pattern foot To sew various practical and decorative stitches. To sew forward and in reverse. Overlock foot To finish edges in stretch material. Automatic Buttonhole...

  • Page 22: Overview System Settings

    My BERNINA Overview System settings Sewing mode eco mode Setup Program Home Tutorial Help Creative Consultant Back to default setting Overview selection menu sewing Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Quilt stitches Alphabets Personal Memory...

  • Page 23: Overview Icons

    My BERNINA Overview Icons Icon Name Purpose i-Dialog Under the icon «i» dialog, you can find different functions for editing patterns. The window is closed and the changes that were previously set are implemented. Icons «-/+» You can use the icons «-» and «+» to change setting values.

  • Page 24: Needle, Thread, Fabric

    My BERNINA 1.6 Needle, Thread, Fabric In the course of time a needle wears out. Therefore it should be replaced regularly. Only a perfect point results in a good stitching result. In general it can be said: the thinner the thread, the finer the needle. The illustrated needles are either standard or optional accessory, depending on the machine.

  • Page 25: Example For Needle Description

    My BERNINA Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Cordonnet needle (to Long needle eye Topstitching with thick (2 mm) in all needle thread. patch embroidery) sizes 130/705 H-N 70-100 Needle with barbed Felt work. Felt needle hook PUNCH Wing-like widened Hemstitching.

  • Page 26: Thread Selection

    My BERNINA Thread selection For a perfect sewing result, thread and fabric quality play an important role. We recommend purchasing quality threads to achieve good sewing results. • Cotton threads have the advantage of being a natural fiber and therefore are especially suitable for sewing cotton fabrics.

  • Page 27: Sewing Preparation

    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 28: Attaching The Touchscreen Pen (Optional Accessory)

    Sewing preparation Attaching the touchscreen pen (optional accessory) > Store the touchscreen pen at the magnet holder. Switching the machine on > Switch on the machine at the main switch to «I». 2.2 Foot control Regulating the speed via the foot control Via the foot control the speed is infinitely variable.

  • Page 29: Spool Pin

    Sewing preparation 2.3 Spool pin Retractable spool pin Lift the spool pin The retractable spool pin is necessary when several threads are sewn and it can also be used for bobbin winding while sewing. > Press on the retractable spool pin with the finger and let go. –...

  • Page 30: Free Arm

    > Position the appropriate spool disc on the spool pin so that there is no space between the spool disc and the thread spool. 2.4 Free arm The BERNINA 455 CE provides a solidly designed free arm which offers a lot of space for large project on the right of the needle. 2.5 Feed dog Adjusting the feed dog The feed dog moves one step with every stitch.

  • Page 31: Instruction For Adjusting The Feed Dog

    Sewing preparation > Touch the «Feed dog up/down» icon to lower the feed dog. NOTICE Inappropriate handling of the fabric Damage of the needle and the stitch plate. > Let the sewing project be fed evenly. > Push the button again to sew with the feed dog up. Instruction for adjusting the feed dog >...

  • Page 32: Presser Foot

    Sewing preparation 2.7 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 33: 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 factory-set standard presser foot pressure can be used for all common sewing works. When working with jersey fabrics or with loose knitware, reduce the presser foot pressure.

  • Page 34: Selecting The Needle In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation > Loosen the fixing screw of the needle manually. > 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 manually. Selecting the needle in the User Interface After changing the needle, you can check whether this can be used with the selected stitch plate.

  • Page 35: 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 36: Selecting The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation > At the marking on the rear of the stitch plate, push the stitch plate downwards until it tips. > 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 37 Sewing preparation > Guide the thread in direction of the arrow through the thread tension (2). > Guide the thread downwards around the thread take-up lever cover (3) and then upwards. > Insert the thread in the thread take-up lever (4). >...
  • Page 38 Sewing preparation > Push the semi-automatic needle-threading lever (8) halfway down and pull the thread behind the grey needle-threading finger/hook to the left (9). > Guide the thread from the left to the right in front of the gray needle-threading finger/hook (11). >...

  • Page 39: Threading The Double Needle

    Sewing preparation > Pull the thread below the presser foot and through to the thread cutter (15), and cut it. 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 40: Threading The Triple Needle

    Sewing preparation Threading the Triple Needle Always insert a foam pad when using the retractable spool pin. It prevents the thread from getting hooked at the spool pin. Prerequisite: • The triple needle is inserted. > Place the foam pad, the thread spool and the appropriate spool disc on the spool holder. >...

  • Page 41: Threading The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > Pull the thread over the thread cutter at the engaging lever (4) and cut. > Push the engaging lever (5) towards the bobbin. – The machine winds. > To stop the winding process, the engaging lever must be pushed to the right. >...
  • Page 42 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 43: Instruction How To Thread The 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 44: Setup Program

    Setup Program Setup Program 3.1 Sewing settings Adjusting the upper thread tension Changes to the upper thread tension in the Setup Program affect all of the stitch patterns. You can also make changes to the upper thread tension which then apply for the selected stitch pattern in each case. The setting in the setup is retained after the machine is switched off.

  • Page 45: Programming The Button "Quick Reverse

    Setup Program > Tap «Sewing settings». > Tap «Program buttons and icons». > Tap «Program securing button». > To program securing stitches in close succession, tap «Alter the number of securing stitches». > Program the number of securing stitches. > To program 4 securing stitches at the same place, tap «Securing stitches in place». Programming the button «Quick reverse»...

  • Page 46: Teacher Settings

    Setup Program 3.2 Teacher settings In the teacher settings, settings that are protected by a PIN can be selected. • Locking the «Start/stop» button • Setting the maximum sewing speed • Back to basic settings • Deleting user data Locking the "Start/stop" button <indexentry key="Locking the "Start/stop"...

  • Page 47: Back To Default Setting

    Setup Program Back to default setting WARNING: Using this function will delete all individually made settings. > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Machine settings». > Tap «Teacher settings». > Enter the PIN. > Tap «Factory setting». > Tap «Default setting all». >...

  • Page 48: Selecting Personal Settings

    Setup Program 3.3 Selecting personal settings > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Personal settings». > Select the required screen color and background. > To change the welcome message, tap in the text field above the color settings. >...

  • Page 49: Machine Settings

    Setup Program > To switch off the sound when selecting a stitch pattern, tap the corresponding «Switch the sound off» in area (2). > To switch on the required sound for selecting functions, tap the corresponding «Tone» in area (3). >...

  • Page 50: Reviewing The Total Number Of Stitches

    > To enter the dealer data, tap «Dealer data». > To enter the company name of the specialist BERNINA dealer, tap «Name». > To enter the address of the specialist BERNINA dealer, tap «Address». > To enter the telephone number of the specialist BERNINA dealer, tap «Phone number».

  • Page 51: Saving Service Data

    > To enter the website or e-mail address of the specialist BERNINA dealer, tap «E-mail address». Saving Service data The service data regarding the current status of the machine can be saved on the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) and provided to the specialized BERNINA dealer.

  • Page 52: Calibrating The Buttonhole Foot No. 3A

    Setup Program Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A The Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A and the machine are synchronized with each other and should only be used together. Prerequisite: • The Buttonhole foot No. 3A is attached. • The needle is not threaded. >...

  • Page 53: System Settings

    System settings System settings 4.1 Calling up the Tutorial The tutorial provides information and explanations on different areas of sewing and the various stitches. > Tap «Home». > Tap «Tutorial». > Select the desired topic in order to view information. 4.2 Calling up the Creative Consultant The Creative Consultant informs you about decision-making tools for sewing projects.

  • Page 54: Creative Sewing

    The basic setting of the upper thread tension is provided automatically as soon as a stitch pattern 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 (Mettler, Switzerland) is used for the upper and bobbin thread.

  • Page 55: Editing Stitch Patterns

    Creative sewing The higher the upper thread tension, the tighter the upper thread, and the bobbin thread is pulled up to the top of the fabric. When the upper thread tension is low, the upper thread is less tightened and the bobbin thread is pulled up less.

  • Page 56: 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 57: Mirror Image Of Stitch Patterns

    Stitch length of the active stitch pattern Individual stitch pattern within the combination 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.

  • Page 58: Saving A Stitch Pattern Combination

    Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode». > Select the desired stitch patterns. > Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode» again to return to the single mode. Saving a stitch pattern combination To be able to use individually created stitch pattern combinations, they can be saved in «Personal Memory». >...

  • Page 59: Editing A Single Stitch Pattern

    Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Edit the whole combination». > Touch the icon «Delete». > Touch the icon «Confirm». 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.

  • Page 60: Adding A Single Stitch Pattern

    Creative sewing Adding a single stitch pattern The new stitch pattern is always inserted after the selected 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.

  • Page 61: 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 62: Loading Stitch Patterns From The Personal Memory

    Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern». > Select the file where the stitch pattern to be overwritten has been saved. > Select the stitch pattern which should be overwritten. > Touch the icon «Confirm». Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory Prerequisite: •...

  • Page 63: Sewing Corners

    Creative sewing > Place 1 – 3 compensating plates as required from the back of the presser foot close to the needle to level the fabric layer. – The presser foot is leveled with the sewing project. > Place 1 – 3 compensating plates as required from the front of the presser foot close to the needle to level the fabric layer.

  • Page 64: Practical Stitches

    Practical stitches Practical stitches 6.1 Overview Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description pattern number Straight stitch Seams and topstitching. Zig zag Reinforcing seams, finishing edges, sewing elastic seams and attaching lace. Vari overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic fabrics.
  • Page 65 Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description pattern number 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 elastic fabrics in one step. Tricot stitch Visible hems, visible seams in lingerie, sweaters, mending jersey.

  • Page 66: Sewing Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description pattern number Single Straight stitch Used as a connecting stitch in a combination. Three Single Straight As connecting stitches in a combination. stitches 6.2 Sewing straight stitch Match the stitch length with the sewing project, which means for denim fabrics long stitches (ca. 3 –  4 mm), for fine fabrics short stitches (ca.

  • Page 67: Sewing In The Zipper

    Practical stitches Prerequisite: • The Reverse pattern foot No.1 is attached. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Securing Program No. 5. > Press the foot control. – The machine secures automatically. > Sew the seam in the desired length. >...

  • Page 68: Sewing Both Sides Of The Zipper From Bottom To Top

    Practical stitches > Raise the presser foot and turn the sewing project. > Sew the second side from botton to top. 6.5 Sewing both sides of the zipper from bottom to top For fabrics with pile, such as velvet, it is recommended to sew in the zipper on both sides from bottom to top.

  • Page 69: Sewing Triple Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches 6.6 Sewing Triple Straight stitch The Triple Straight stitch is especially suitable for durable seams and for firm, densely woven fabrics such as denim and corduroy. For firm or densely woven materials it is recommended to attach the Jeans foot No. 8. This will help to sew denim or canvas.

  • Page 70: Manual Darning

    Practical stitches 6.8 Manual darning Used for darning holes or worn areas in all fabric types. If the thread is lying on top and a poor stitch formation results, slow down the movement of the sewing project. If there are knots on the wrong side of the fabric, move the sewing project faster. When the thread breaks, guide the sewing project more consistently.
  • Page 71 Practical stitches > Sew the rows in irregular lengths. > Turn the sewing project by 90°. > Sew the first rows not too close. > Turn the sewing project by 180°. > Sew another loose row.

  • Page 72: Automatic Darning

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

  • Page 73: Finishing Edges

    Practical stitches 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 74: Sewing Double Overlock

    Practical stitches 6.12 Sewing Double overlock A double overlock seam is suitable for loose knitware and cross seams in knits. When working with knitware, a new jersey needle should be used to prevent damaging the delicate stitches. When sewing elastic materials, use a stretch needle.

  • Page 75: Wide Edgestitching

    Practical stitches 6.14 Wide edgestitching > Fit the Reverse pattern foot #1. > Tap «Practical stitches». > Select Straight stitch No. 1. > Guide the edge along the presser foot or at a distance of 1–2.5 cm along the marks on the stitch plate. >...

  • Page 76: Sewing Hem Edges

    Practical stitches 6.16 Sewing hem edges When using the Blindstitch foot No. 5, we recommend selecting a needle position to the far left or far right. When using the Reverse pattern foot #1 or the Edge stitch foot #10, all needle positions are possible. >...

  • Page 77: Sewing Visible Hems

    Practical stitches > After sewing about 10 cm (ca. 3.93 inch) check both sides of the fabric and adjust the width again if necessary. 6.18 Sewing visible hems The visible hem is especially suitable for elastic hems in jersey, cotton, wool, synthetic and blended materials. >...

  • Page 78: Sewing Flat Joining Seams

    Practical stitches 6.19 Sewing flat joining seams The flat joining seam is especially suitable for long-pile or thick materials such as terry cloth, felt or leather. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». >...

  • Page 79: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative stitches Decorative stitches 7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches Depending on the type of material, 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.

  • Page 80: Bobbin-Play

    Decorative stitches 7.2 Bobbin-Play Inappropriate bobbin case is used NOTICE Damage to the bobbin case. > Use the Bobbinwork bobbin (optional accessory). 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 left-hand side of the fabric. Reinforce the area to be sewn with embroidery stabilizer.

  • Page 81: Sewing Cross Stitches

    Decorative stitches 7.3 Sewing cross stitches Cross stitch embroidery is a traditional technique and a charming addition to the other decorative stitches. If the cross stitches are sewn on a fabric with a linen texture, they look like hand-stitched cross stitching. When cross stitches are sewn with embroidery yarn, the stitch pattern appears fuller.

  • Page 82: Pintucks

    Decorative stitches 7.4 Pintucks Pintucks This technique reduces the size of the fabric. This means that always enough fabric should be calculated. Pintucks are narrow stitched folds which are normally sewn on the fabric before cutting out the pieces for garments or other sewing projects.

  • Page 83: 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 84: Alphabets

    Alphabets Alphabets 8.1 Overview Alphabet Block, Double block and Script alphabets as well as as Cyrillic can also be sewn in lower case letters. For a perfect stitch formation use the same thread color for upper and bobbin threads. The fabric can be reinforced with embroidery stabilizer on the wrong side.

  • Page 85: Creating Lettering

    Alphabets 8.2 Creating lettering It is recommend to sew a test sample using the desired thread, the original fabric and the original stabilizer. Please make sure that the fabric is fed evenly and lightly without colloding and being caught. Do not pull, push or hold the fabric while sewing. >...

  • Page 86: Buttonholes

    To be able to create the right buttonhole for every button, every purpose and also for every garment, the BERNINA 455 CE comes with an extensive collection of buttonholes. The corresponding button can be sewn on automatically. Eyelets can also be sewn.

  • Page 87: Making Use Of The Height Compensation Tool

    Buttonholes Buttonhole Buttonhole Name Description number Button sew-on program For buttons with 2 and 4 holes. Eyelet with small zigzag Openings for cords and narrow ribbons, for decorative work. Straight-stitch eyelet Openings for cords and narrow ribbons, for decorative work. 9.2 Making use of the height compensation tool When a buttonhole is to be sewn at right angles to the project edge, it is recommend to use the height compensation plates (optional accessory).

  • Page 88: Marking Buttonholes

    Buttonholes 9.4 Marking buttonholes > For the buttonholes to be sewn manually, mark the position and the length on the fabric using chalk or a water-soluble pen. > For the buttonholes to be sewn automatically, mark the complete length of 1 buttonhole on the fabric using chalk or a water-soluble pen.

  • Page 89: Cord

    Buttonholes 9.5 Cord Using cord with the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A Cords reinforce buttonholes and enhance their appearance and suit best fpr the Buttonhole No. 51. Ideal cords are Perle cotton No. 8, strong hand-sewing thread and fine crochet yarn. It is recommended to not hold the cord while sewing.

  • Page 90: Using Cord With The Buttonhole Foot No. 3 (Optional Accessory)

    Buttonholes > Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric (using a hand stitching-needle), knot or secure with stitches. Using cord with the Buttonhole foot No. 3 (optional accessory) Prerequisite: • The Buttonhole foot No. 3 is attached and raised. >...

  • Page 91: Sewing A Test Sample

    Buttonholes > 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. 9.6 Sewing a test sample Always sew a test sample of the buttonhole on the same fabric: It is recommended to use the same stabilizer and to select the same buttonhole.

  • Page 92: Determining The Buttonhole Length With The Buttonhole Foot With Slide No. 3A

    Buttonholes 9.8 Determining the buttonhole length with the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A The button can be centered in the yellow circle on the display. By turning the «Upper/Lower Multifunction knobs», the yellow circle can be enlarged or downsized to determine the diameter of the button.

  • Page 93: Sewing A Buttonhole Automatically With The Buttonhole Foot With Slide No. 3A

    Buttonholes 9.10 Sewing a buttonhole automatically with the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A When the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A is used, the length of the buttonhole is measured automatically by the lens on the presser foot. The buttonhole will be exactly duplicated and the machine switches to the next step automatically when the maximum length is reached.

  • Page 94: Sewing The Manual 7-Step Buttonhole With The Buttonhole Foot No. 3

    Buttonholes 9.11 Sewing the manual 7-step buttonhole with the Buttonhole foot No. 3 The length of the buttonhole is determined manually when sewing. The bartack, eye and securing stitches are preprogrammed. The individual steps can also be selected by scrolling using the arrow icons or by touching the button «Quick Reverse».

  • Page 95: Sewing The Manual 5-Step Buttonhole With The Buttonhole Foot No. 3

    Buttonholes 9.12 Sewing the manual 5-step buttonhole with the Buttonhole foot No. The length of the buttonhole is determined manually when sewing. The bartack, eye and securing stitches are preprogrammed. The individual steps can also be selected by scrolling using the arrow icons or by touching the button «Quick Reverse».

  • Page 96: Cutting The Buttonhole Open With The Seam Ripper

    Buttonholes 9.13 Cutting the buttonhole open with the seam ripper > Place a pin in each end of the buttonhole to avoid accidental cutting into ends of buttonhole. > Cut the buttonhole from both ends to the middle. 9.14 Cutting open buttonholes with the buttonhole cutter (optional accessory) >...

  • Page 97: Sewing Eyelets

    Buttonholes Adjusting the thread shank For buttons on thicker fabrics, increase the thread shank = the distance between the button and the fabric. Buttons sewn on thin fabrics or buttons for decorative purposes only are stitched without a «thread shank». NOTICE! The adjustment of the thread shank is only possible when using the Button sew-on foot No.

  • Page 98: Quilting

    Quilting 10 Quilting 10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description pattern number 1301 Quilting, securing To secure at the sewing start and sewing end program with short stitches forward. 1302 Quilting straight stitch Straight stitch at 3 mm stitch length. 1303 Piecing stitch/Straight Straight stitch at 2 mm stitch length.

  • Page 99: Quilting, Securing Program

    Quilting 10.2 Quilting, Securing Program Prerequisite: • The Reverse pattern foot No.1 is attached. > Touch the «Quilt stitches» icon. > Select Quilt stitch pattern No. 1301. > Press the foot control. – The machine sews 6 stitches forwards automatically when sewing is started. >...

  • Page 100: Guiding The Quilt Work Freely

    Quilting 10.4 Guiding the quilt work freely Quilt gloves with rubber fingertips (optional accessory) will help when guiding the fabric. 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.

  • Page 101: Care And Maintenance

    However, in order to prevent a potential loss of data, we recommend backing up personal data and settings on a BERNINA USB stick before a firmware update. This means they can be transferred back onto the machine in the case of irregularities.

  • Page 102: Restoring Saved Data

    The BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) has been removed too early NOTICE Saved data cannot be transferred and the machine cannot be used. > Remove the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) only after the saved data has been transferred successfully. > Remove the USB stick.

  • Page 103: Machine

    Care and maintenance 11.2 Machine Cleaning the display > Clean the display in the switched off status with a soft slightly damp microfiber cloth. Cleaning the feed dog Remove the thread remnants under the stitch plate regularly. CAUTION Electronically driven components Risk of injury near the needle and the hook.

  • Page 104: Lubricating The Hook

    Care and maintenance > 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. > Lead the hook, lower edge ahead, angular top-down behind the hook race cover. >...
  • Page 105 > After lubricating, sew/embroider a test piece first. > Add one drop of BERNINA oil down into the hook race. > Add one drop of oil into 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 106: Errors And Faults

    Insufficient free space on the Not enough free space on the > Delete data from the USB stick. BERNINA USB stick (optional USB stick. accessory). No personal data on the No personal data for recovery >...
  • Page 107 > Transfer saved data to the machine. No BERNINA USB stick is inserted. USB stick is not inserted. > Use a BERNINA USB stick with enough free space. Make sure that, throughout the entire automatic update, the same BERNINA USB stick remains inserted.

  • Page 108: 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 109 > 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 110 > 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. Error during software update USB stick is not recognized. > Use a BERNINA USB stick.

  • Page 111: Storage And Disposal

    Storage and disposal 13 Storage and disposal 13.1 Storing the machine It is recommended to store the machine in the original packaging. If the machine is stored in a cold room, place it in a warm room one hour before use. >...

  • Page 112: Technical Data

    Technical data 14 Technical data Designation Value Unit Maximum fabric thickness 10.5 (0.41) mm (inch) Sewing light Maximum speed spm/rpm Measurements without the spool pin 423 × 330 × 200 (18.30 × 12.99 × mm (inch) 7.87) Weight 9.5 (20.94) kg (lb) Energy consumption Watts...

  • Page 113: Overview Stitch Patterns

    Overview stitch patterns 15 Overview stitch patterns 15.1 Overview Stitch patterns Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Natural stitches...
  • Page 114 Overview stitch patterns Cross stitches Satin stitches Ornamental stitches...
  • Page 115 Overview stitch patterns Heirloom stitches Children stitches...
  • Page 116 Overview stitch patterns Quilt stitches 1301 1302 1303 1304 1305 1306 1307 1308 1309 1310 1311 1312 1313 1314 1315 1316 1317 1318 1319 1320 1321 1322 1323 1324 1331 1332 1333 1334...

  • Page 117: Index

    Index Index Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Maintencance and cleaning ..........  102 Hand System..............  31 Adjusting the screen brightness ..........  48 Needle stop up/down (permanent)........  34 Adjusting the upper thread tension........  43 Needle, Thread, Fabric ............  23 Alphabets ................
  • Page 118 Index Threading the bobbin thread ..........  40 Threading the double needle ..........  38 Threading the triple needle ...........   39 Threading the upper thread ..........  35 Troubleshooting..............  109 Using eco mode..............  52 Winding the bobbin thread...........   39...
  • Page 119 BERNINA International AG | CH-8266 Steckborn Switzerland | www.bernina.com | © Copyright by BERNINA International AG 1046405.00A.04 2020-03 EN...

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