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  • Page 1 BERNINA Q 16 User manual...
  • Page 3 After all we sell our products to creative people like you, who do not only appreciate high quality but also form and design. Enjoy creative quilting with your new BERNINA Q 16 and find out about the variety of accessories at www.bernina.com. On our homepage, you can also find many inspiring sewing and quilting ideas.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    My BERNINA ............10 Inserting the bobbin case ..........35 Introduction ............10 Fill level of bobbin thread ..........36 Welcome to the world of BERNINA ......10 Upper thread ............36 Threading preparation ..........36 Machine ..............12 Threading the upper thread ......... 36 Overview, front left .............
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Preparing to work on a quilt ......60 Sewing sample ............60 Practical quilting ..........61 Standard procedure for quilting ......61 Starting and stopping the machine ......61 Controlling the speed ..........61 Care and maintenance ........62 Software ..............

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not use this machine if cables or plugs are damaged, or if the machine is not working properly, has been dropped or damaged or has fallen into a pool of water. Get in touch with the nearest BERNINA specialist and agree how you will proceed further.
  • Page 7 «0». • Do not use bent needles. • Always use an original BERNINA stitch plate. Using the wrong stitch plate can result in needle breakage. • To disconnect, set the power switch to «0» and then remove the plug from the outlet.

  • Page 8: Important Information

    • If you pass the machine to a third party, always include the instruction manual. Proper use Your BERNINA machine is conceived and designed for private household use. It is intended for quilting fabrics and other materials as described in this instruction manual. Any other use is not considered proper.
  • Page 9 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 quilt experts can be found next to this symbol.

  • Page 10: My Bernina

    1.2 Welcome to the world of BERNINA Made to create, this is the slogan of BERNINA. Not only with our machines do we support you in the implementation of your ideas. In addition to the offers listed below, we offer you lots of suggestions and instructions for your future projects as well as the opportunity to exchange ideas with other sewing, quilting and embroidery enthusiasts.
  • Page 11 Follow on social networks to learn more about events, thrilling projects as well as tips and tricks all about sewing, quilting and embroidering. We will keep you informed and we are looking forward to presenting you the one or the other highlight from the world of BERNINA. http://www.bernina.com/social-media...

  • Page 12: Machine

    My BERNINA 1.3 Machine Overview, front left Hook cover Thread guide slot Stitch plate Sewing light Thread cutter Thread guide, top, left Thread guide, bottom Thread guide, top, right...

  • Page 13: Overview, Front Right

    My BERNINA Overview, front right Presser foot Thread take-up lever Needle threader Thread guide Thread guide Screen Thread regulator Thread eyelet Handwheel, front Air vents...

  • Page 14: Overview, Rear Left

    My BERNINA Overview, rear left Air vents Thread guide rod, with eyelets Handwheel, rear Spool pin, left Spool pin, right...

  • Page 15: Overview, Rear Right

    My BERNINA Overview, rear right Stitch plate Spool pin Presser foot Thread guide rod Thread regulator Handwheel, rear Handwheel, front Thread pre-tension Bobbin winding unit Air vents Thread cutter Sewing light...

  • Page 16: Overview Of Connections

    My BERNINA Overview of connections Connection, USB cable Connection, power cable Power switch 1.4 Provided accessories Illustration Name Purpose Darning foot #9 For free-motion quilting. Thread lubrication unit To improve stitch quality when working with metallic threads and using adhesive sprays or iron-on batting.
  • Page 17 My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Bobbin To wind the bobbin thread. Five pieces, one of them in the machine Spool stabilizer For giving large spools better hold on the vertical spool pin. 2 pieces To avoid vibrations from the spool.

  • Page 18: Use Of The Power Cable (Only In Usa/Canada)

    NOTICE! Accessories mentioned in this manual but not listed in the list of supplied accessories count as optional accessories that you can acquire from your specialist BERNINA dealer. Use of the power cable (only in 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 19 My BERNINA More Show more features or information. Continue Scroll to next display. Back Scroll to previous display. Activate/deactivate functions Figure Element Status Switch Function is activated. Function is deactivated. Adjust values Slider control Set the value with the slider control.

  • Page 20: Home Screen

    My BERNINA «Lower case characters» Show the available letters in lower case letters. «Upper case characters» Show the available letters in upper case letters. «Numbers and mathematical Show the available numbers and characters» mathematical characters. «Special characters» Show the available special characters.

  • Page 21: Sewing Screen

    My BERNINA Sewing screen «Upper thread tension» «BSR» «Presser foot position» «Home» «User profile» «Programmable functions» «Bobbin filling» «Kick-start» function Calling up the Help > Call up the window on the screen with which you require help. > To start help mode, tap «Home» twice.

  • Page 22: Using The Calculator

    My BERNINA > To exit energy-saving mode, tap «Home». – The machine is ready for use. Using the calculator The calculator can be used for various calculations. > Tap «Home». > Tap «Calculator». – A calculator with standard functions will be displayed.

  • Page 23: Setting Up The Machine

    Setting up the machine Setting up the machine 2.1 Connection and Switching on Connecting the machine > Insert one end of the power cable into the machine's power cable connection. > Insert the other end of the power cable into the power outlet. Switching the machine on and off >...
  • Page 24 Setting up the machine > Place the spool holder on the machine such that both spool pins (1) are positioned in front of the thread guide (2). > Slide the spool pin forward until it lies against the machine housing. >...

  • Page 25: Foot Control

    Setting up the machine 2.3 Foot control Attaching the foot control > Unwind the cable of the foot control to the desired length. > Insert the cable of the foot control into the connection (1). > Place the foot control under the table. Programming the back kick The back kick of the foot control can be programmed with various functions.

  • Page 26: Using The Single Stitch/Securing Function

    Setting up the machine > Select «Programmable functions» (1) on the sewing screen. «Programmable functions» «Kick-start» > Select the required function for the back kick. «No function» «Raising/lowering the needle» «Single stitch/securing» «Presser foot position» > Close the window. – The function will be programmed. With each back kick on the foot control, the selected function will be carried out.

  • Page 27: Using The Kick-Start Function

    Setting up the machine Using the kick-start function The kick-start function enables quilting without keeping the foot control pressed. > Select the desired quilting mode, e.g. BSR1, and set the desired values, e.g. stitch length. > To activate kick-start, tap «Kick-start» (2). –...

  • Page 28: Presser Foot

    Setting up the machine • The kick-start function will be ended immediately in case the foot control cable is unplugged. • If no sewing is being carried out in the BSR modes, the machine will switch to standby mode after seven seconds.

  • Page 29: Needle And Stitch Plate

    Setting up the machine > Raise the clamping lever. > Pull the presser foot away in a downward direction. > Insert a new presser foot into the bracket from below. > Press the clamping lever down. 2.5 Needle and stitch plate Adjusting the needle stop up/down You can adjust the position in which the needle should be when the machine stops.

  • Page 30: Changing The Needle

    Setting up the machine Changing the needle With longarm quilting, a huge number of stitches are sewn in a short period of time and the needle wears out quickly. This is why you must replace the needle regularly. Insert a new needle at least before each new quilting project, because only a perfect point results in a clean stitch.

  • Page 31: Bobbin Thread

    Setting up the machine > At the marking on the upper right corner of the stitch plate, push the stitch plate downwards until it tips. > Remove the stitch plate. > Place the new stitch plate such that both openings are positioned above the BSR sensors. >...

  • Page 32: Threading The Bobbin Thread

    Setting up the machine > Press the lever down. – The machine will wind. Simultaneously, the display window «Set winding speed» will appear. > If required, adjust the winding speed. – The value set will be displayed. – As soon as the bobbin is full, the machine will stop automatically. >...
  • Page 33 Setting up the machine > Remove the bobbin from the bobbin case. > Insert a new bobbin such that the label on the bobbin is visible. > Pull the thread into the bobbin case slot. > Pull the thread to the left under the spring and into the opening at the end of the spring.

  • Page 34: Setting The Bobbin Thread Tension

    Setting up the machine > Pull the thread to ensure that the bobbin is rotating clockwise. Setting the bobbin thread tension To achieve good quilting results, the correct bobbin thread tension is important. Each time you replace the bobbin thread, check whether the bobbin thread tension is 220 mN. Required parts and tools: •...

  • Page 35: Inserting The Bobbin Case

    Setting up the machine > Pull on the thread steadily and read the thread tension. > To reduce the thread tension, turn the larger screw on the bobbin counterclockwise. > To increase the thread tension, turn the larger screw on the bobbin clockwise. >...

  • Page 36: Fill Level Of Bobbin Thread

    > If you are using pre-wound bobbins, enter and confirm the indicated thread quantity in yards. > If you are using self-wound BERNINA bobbins, take the thread quantity of a full bobbin from the table in the appendix, and enter and confirm the value. (see page 74).
  • Page 37 Setting up the machine Prerequisite: • The needle is in the upper position. • The presser foot is raised. This is IMPORTANT so that the thread can be inserted between the thread tension discs. • The machine is switched on. >...
  • Page 38 Setting up the machine > Pull the thread in a wide arc around the thread guide (6) in the direction of the arrow. – This positions the thread between the thread tension discs, allowing it to be released on the left. >...
  • Page 39 Setting up the machine > Slowly press and hold down the lever of the needle-threader (11). Pull the thread behind the hook to the left. > Pull the thread from left to right in front of the hook (12) and the needle and through the thread guide until it clips into the wire hook.
  • Page 40 Setting up the machine > Pull the loop of thread to the rear until the end of the thread is pulled through the needle. > Pull the thread over the thread cutter (13) from the back to the front, then cut. Check whether the thread is correctly positioned in the thread tension unit.

  • Page 41: Threading The Double Needle

    Setting up the machine > Pull the end of the thread. – If the thread can be pulled only with some resistance, it is correctly positioned in the thread tension unit. – If the thread can be pulled easily, it is not threaded correctly. Rethread the thread. If you are using iron-on batting or spray baste your quilt, first guide the thread on the left-hand side of the machine in sequence through the left eyelet, through the thread lubrication unit filled with silicone and through the right eyelet.
  • Page 42 Setting up the machine > Pull in a wide arc around the thread guide (6) in the direction of the arrow. > Open the service door and check whether the thread is positioned between the two rear thread tension discs. If not, repeat the previous step. >...
  • Page 43 Setting up the machine > Insert the thread first in the eyelet positioned vertically above the spool and then in the front left eyelet of the thread guide. > First, guide the thread on the left-hand side of the machine through the upper right thread guied, then pull in the direction of the arrow through the lower thread guide.
  • Page 44 Setting up the machine > Guide the thread straight to the thread guide and down. > Open the service door and check whether the thread is positioned between the two front thread tension discs. If not, repeat the previous step. >...
  • Page 45 Setting up the machine > Insert the thread into the needle threader slot. > Thread it into the right needle using the needle threader.

  • Page 46: Setting Up Software

    Setting up software Setting up software 3.1 Overview Setup-Program > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». «Securing stitches» «Setting Sound» «Personal settings» «Machine settings» «Monitoring functions» «Needle laser pointer» 3.2 Selecting the language > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». >...

  • Page 47: Setting Up The Screen

    > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Personal settings». > Select the desired color and pattern for the screen background. Altering the welcome message The welcome message is displayed above the BERNINA logo while the machine is starting up.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Screen Brightness

    Setting up software > To alter the welcome message, tap «Welcome text». – The current welcome message will be displayed. > To completely delete the welcome message, tap the text field. > Enter the text of your choice and confirm your entry. Adjusting the screen brightness >...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Sewing Light

    Setting up software > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Machine settings». > Tap «Calibrating the display». > To calibrate the screen, tap «Calibrating the front display» (1). – A cross will be displayed on the screen. > Tap the middle of the cross with a blunt object. –...

  • Page 50: Setting Sounds

    Setting up software > Tap «Machine settings». > Tap «Screen settings». > In the lower display field (2), switch the sewing light on or off and adjust the brightness. 3.5 Setting sounds > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Setting Sound». >...

  • Page 51: Setting The Securing Stitches

    Setting up software > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Monitoring functions». > Switch the upper thread monitor (1) on or off. > Switch the bobbin thread monitor (2) on or off. – When the bobbin thread monitor is switched on, the machine stops automatically as soon as the bobbin thread sensor indicates 0%.

  • Page 52: Managing User Profiles

    Setting up software > Set the required upper thread tension. 3.9 Managing user profiles Personal settings can be saved in up to five user profiles. Creating a user profile > Tap «User profile» on the sewing screen. > To create a new user profile, tap «Plus». >...

  • Page 53: Selecting A User Profile

    3.11 Quilting modes Your quilting machine has three BSR quilting modes and a manual mode available. BSR stands for BERNINA Stitch Regulator. The BSR ensures uniform stitch lengths, no matter how quickly you move the fabric. To achieve uniform stitch lengths, two optical sensors in the stitch plate measure the movement of the fabric in relation to the stitch plate.

  • Page 54: Displaying The Total Number Of Stitches

    Setting up software BSR1 BSR1 is the standard mode. This mode is particularly suitable for quilt patterns with many changes of direction. It allows uniform quilting even when the fabric stops briefly at the turning point of a pattern, because the machine does not immediately switch off if the sensors do not register any movement between the fabric and stitch plate.

  • Page 55: Registering Details Of The Dealer

    > To enter the telephone number for your specialist BERNINA dealer, tap «Phone number». > Enter and confirm the telephone number of the dealer. > To enter the website or the e-mail address of your specialist BERNINA dealer, tap «E-mail address». > Enter and confirm the IP address of the dealer.

  • Page 56: Restoring Factory Settings

    Setting up software > Insert the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) with enough free storage capacity into the machine's USB slot. > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Pogram». > Tap «Machine settings». > Tap «Information». > Tap «Service data». > To save the service data, tap «Export the service data».

  • Page 57: Tips For Problem-Free Quilting

    High quilting quality is not achievable with embroidery threads or other threads. These threads can break often. Several thread types are suitable for quilting with your BERNINA Q 16: • High-quality cotton threads that can withstand the high speeds of longarm quilting are made from Egyptian cotton.

  • Page 58: Using A Spool Disc

    Tips for problem-free quilting 130 = Shank length (1) 705 = Flat shank (2) H = Needle scarf (3) Q = Point type (here, for instance, a thin point) (4) 70 = Needle size (shank diameter) (5) Needle selection Needle and thread must be ideally matched. Select the appropriate needle thickness for the thread size. You can find recommended needle and thread combinations in the following table.

  • Page 59: Using A Spool Net

    Tips for problem-free quilting On the horizontal spool pin > First, place a spool disc on the horizontal spool pin. > Place the spool on the spool pin. > Place the second spool disc on the horizontal spool pin such that there is a little clearance between the spool discs and the spool.

  • Page 60: Preparing To Work On A Quilt

    Preparing to work on a quilt Preparing to work on a quilt 5.1 Sewing sample Create sewing samples, e.g. to determine the optimum thread tension or to try out various stitch lengths. You might also want to practice a pattern before you sew it onto the quilting project. Sewing samples are excellent for this.

  • Page 61: Practical Quilting

    Practical quilting Practical quilting 6.1 Standard procedure for quilting To start > Place the starting point under the needle. > To pull the bobbin thread upward, sew one stitch. (see page 26) Move the fabric a little to the side and pull on the upper thread until the bobbin thread comes up. >...

  • Page 62: Care And Maintenance

    The current version of the machine software will be displayed. Updating firmware Downloading an update You can download the latest firmware version from the website www.bernina.com and set it up according to the firmware update installation instructions, which you can likewise find on the website. Carrying out software updates Prerequisite: •...

  • Page 63: Machine

    If the software has not been updated or has not been fully updated, the machine cannot be used. > Remove the BERNINA USB stick only once the update has been successfully completed. > To start the firmware update, tap «Start firmware update».
  • Page 64 Care and maintenance > To remove the brake spring, push a flat object (e.g. screwdriver) under the brake spring until it jumps out. > After cleaning, fit the brake spring back into the bobbin case. When doing so, please note the following: >...

  • Page 65: Cleaning The Hook

    Care and maintenance Cleaning the hook Electronically driven components CAUTION Risk of injury near the needle and the hook. > Switch off the machine and disconnect it from the power supply. > Remove the needle and presser foot. > Press down the stitch plate at its right rear corner until it tips. >...

  • Page 66: Quilting Table

    Care and maintenance > Add one drop of BERNINA oil to the hook race. > Turn the handwheel two to three times, so that the oil can spread. > Fit the stitch plate. 7.3 Quilting table Cleaning and maintenance NOTICE Incorrect cleaning The surface of the quilting table gets roughened.

  • Page 67: Errors And Faults

    Errors and faults Errors and faults 8.1 Error messages Error messages Explanation Remedy The needle is not in top position. > Press the handwheel inward and turn counterclockwise. Upper thread used up. > Fit and thread a new upper thread cone. Response from bobbin thread >...
  • Page 68 This ensures that the machine functions properly and has a long service life. Not enough 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 69: Troubleshooting

    > Reduce/increase the upper thread tension. loose. > Monitor the bobbin thread tension with the bobbin thread tension gauge. Needle blunt or bent. > Use a new BERNINA quality needle. Needle substandard. > Use a new BERNINA quality needle. Thread substandard. > Use quality thread.
  • Page 70 Substandard or old thread. > Use quality thread. Stitch hole or hook tip damaged. > Get in contact with the specialist BERNINA dealer. Lower thread breaks Bobbin thread tension too high. > Increase the upper thread tension, or adjust the bobbin thread tension with the adjustment tool.
  • Page 71 Machine not running Power switch to «0». > Set the power switch to «I». > Get in contact with the specialist BERNINA dealer. Switched off in the Setup > Activate it in the Setup Program. Neither the sewing light nor the light on the free arm Program.

  • Page 72: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications Designation Value Unit Throat space 16,5 / 419 in / mm Maximum sewing speed 2000 spm / rpm Weight of the machine 22.5 Input voltage 100-240 Protection class (Electrical engineering)

  • Page 73: Storage And Disposal

    > Protect the machine against climatic influences. 10.2 Dispose of the machine BERNINA International AG is committed to environmental protection. We make every effort to increase the environmental friendliness of our products by continually improving their design and production technology.

  • Page 74: Appendix

    Appendix 11 Appendix 11.1 Amount of bobbin thread Thread Thread type Thread weight Thread quantity of a full BERNINA bobbin (yards) Superior Bottom Line 100% polyester So Fine 50 100% polyester So Fine 40 100% polyester So Fine 30 100% polyester...
  • Page 75 Appendix Mettler Silk Finish #50 100% cotton Silk Finish #60 100% cotton Seracor 100% polyester dtex 139/2 FilTec Glide 100% polyester Cairo quilt 100% cotton Cairo quilt 100% cotton Tex 35/50 Wonderfil Konfetti 100% polyester Wonderfil Decobob 100% polyester Invisafil 100% polyester Master Quilter 100% polyester...

  • Page 76: Index

    Index Index Foot control ................  25 Connecting ..............  25 Accessories ................  16 Programming the back kick ..........  25 Adjust basic values..............  19 Functions activate/deactivate ............  19 Bobbin case ..............  35,  63 Inserting................  35 Lubricating the machine............  65 Bobbin thread...............   31 Adjusting the tension ............
  • Page 77 Index Spool disc ................  58 Spool net ................  59 Spulenkapsel Cleaning .................   63 Stitch counter ...............   22 Storing the machine..............   73 Thread selection..............  57 Threading ...............   32,  36,  41 Bobbin thread ..............  32 Double needle..............  41 Setting up ...............   36 Upper thread ..............
  • Page 78 BERNINA International AG | CH-8266 Steckborn Switzerland | www.bernina.com | © Copyright by BERNINA International AG 1048025.00B.04 2020-01...

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