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  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Free Hand System ............25 Changing the presser foot sole ........25 Important information ........Having the presser foot sole displayed in the user My bernette ............interface ..............26 Adjusting the presser foot pressure ......27 Overview Machine ..........
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Reviewing the total number of stitches ....... Sewing in the zipper ..........63 Sewing Triple straight stitch ........64 System settings ........... 47 Sewing Triple zigzag ..........64 Using eco mode ............. 47 Manual darning ............65 Calling up the Creative Consultant ......
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Cleaning and maintenance intervals ......Cleaning the display ........... Cleaning the feed dog ..........Cleaning the hook ............Oiling the needle bar ..........11.2 Troubleshooting ............. 89 11.3 Error messages ............92 11.4 Technical data ............94 Overview stitch patterns ........

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not view the LED light directly with optical instruments (e.g. magnifier). The LED light corresponds with protection class 1M. • When the LED light is damaged or defective, contact your bernette specialist dealer. WARNING To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons: •...
  • Page 8 – turn power switch to «0». • Do not use bent needles. • Always use the original bernette stitch plate.The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage. • To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» and then remove the plug from the outlet.

  • Page 9: Important Information

    • When passing on the machine to a third party, enclose the short manual of the machine. Proper use Your bernette machine is conceived and designed for private household use. It is intended for sewing fabrics and other materials as described in this instruction manual. Any other use is not considered proper. bernette assumes no liability concerning consequences resulting from an improper use.
  • Page 10 Important information Explanation of symbols Designates a high-risk hazard which can lead to serious injuries or potentially even death if not avoided. DANGER Designates a medium-risk hazard which can lead to serious injuries if not avoided. WARNING 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.

  • Page 11: My Bernette

    My bernette My bernette 1.1 Overview Machine Overview front controls Quick reverse Needle up/down Thread cutter Upper Multifunctional knob Presser foot up/down Lower Multifunctional knob Start/Stop Needle left/right Securing 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...
  • Page 12 My bernette Operation buttons Number Buttons Name Purpose Quick reverse > «Keep Quick reverse» pressed to sew in reverse. > Touch the icon «Quick reverse» to sew permanently in reverse. «Quick reverse» doesn't work with the stitch patterns 22-24 and with the buttonhole patterns 51-71.
  • Page 13 My bernette Number Buttons Name Purpose Securing The function «Securing at sewing start» is activated in the Setup by default and can be deactivated by pressing the button «Securing». When the function «Securing at sewing start» is not activated in the Setup, it can be programmed by pressing the button «Securing».

  • Page 14: Overview Front

    My bernette Overview front Feed dog lever Thread cutter Stitch plate cover Slide speed control Stitch plate Thread take-up lever Presser foot Top cover Sewing light LCD Display Needle threader Connection for Free Hand System Buttonhole lever Sewing table and accessory box...

  • Page 15: Overview Top

    My bernette Overview top Thread take-up lever Winding unit and holder for second spool pin Thread pretension Stopper winding unit Thread guide Touchscreen pen Spool pin Thread cutter Overview back Connection for power cable Carrying handle Air vents Air vents...

  • Page 16: Accessory

    My bernette 1.2 Accessory All rights reserved: For technical reasons and for the purpose of product improvements, changes concerning the features of the machine can be made at any time and without advance notice. The supplied accessory can vary depending on the country of delivery.

  • Page 17: Overview Presser Feet

    My bernette Overview presser feet Illustration Name Purpose Zigzag foot (DA) To sew practical, decorative stitches and hems. Embroidery foot (JK) To sew buttonholes, appliqués and decorative stitches. Zipper foot (JB) Used to sew with dual feed. To sew in zippers.

  • Page 18: Overview User Interface

    My bernette 1.3 Overview User Interface Overview System settings Overview functions/visual information Upper thread tension Presser foot pressure Needle selection Stitch plate selection Presser foot indicator Overview Functions and Views Illustration Name Purpose Close The display is closed and the previously made adjustments are saved.

  • Page 19: Needle, Thread, Fabric

    My bernette Illustration Name Purpose USB storage space The percentage of used USB storage (%) will be displayed in the green bar icon. Yellow-framed icon Touch the yellow-framed icon to reset the alterations to default setting. 1.4 Needle, Thread, Fabric In the course of time a needle wears out.
  • Page 20 My bernette Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Embroidery needle Small ball point, For embroidery on all especially wide needle natural and synthetic 130/705 H-E 75, 90 eye and wide thread fabrics. groove Small ball point For fine knitware and Fine-material needle knitted materials.

  • Page 21: Example For Needle Description

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

  • Page 22: Sewing Preparation

    Sewing preparation Sewing preparation 2.1 Connection and Switching on Connecting the machine > Insert the power cable into the power cord connection. > Insert the power cable into the power cord connection. Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada) The machine has a polarized plug (one contact is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, the plug can only be plugged into the socket in one way.

  • Page 23: Attaching The Knee Lifter Of The Free Hand System

    Sewing preparation Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System The presser foot may be raised and lowered with the Free Hand System. The knee lifter is extremely helpful when sewing appliqué, patchwork and quilting since it allows you to handle the fabric while your knee controls the presser foot.

  • Page 24: Regulating The Speed Via The Foot Control

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

  • Page 25: Second Spool Pin

    Sewing preparation Using a spool net The spool net provides an even unwinding of the thread from the thread spool and prevents the thread from knotting and breaking. The spool net is only used with the horizontal spool holder. > Pull the spool net over the thread spool. Second spool pin Installing the second spool pin The second spool pin is necessary when several threads are sewn.

  • Page 26: Free Arm

    > Place the thread spool on the second spool pin. 2.3 Free arm The bernette b77 provides a solidly designed free arm which offers a lot of space for large project on the right of the needle. 2.4 Sewing table and accessory box The sewing table is used as an accessory box.

  • Page 27: Raising Or Lowering The Feed Dog

    Sewing preparation 2.5 Raising or Lowering the Feed dog > To raise the feed dog, push the feed dog lever to the right. – The feed dog is raised when the first stitch is sewn. > Slide the «Feed dog lever» left to lower the feed dog. –...

  • Page 28: Presser Foot

    Sewing preparation 2.7 Presser foot Adjusting the presser 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 29: Having The Presser Foot Sole Displayed In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation > Tighten the screw with the screwdriver. Inserting the edge/ quilting guide The seam guide is suitable for sewing parallel lines. > Insert the edge/quilting guide (1) in the slot (2). > Adjust the width as desired. Having the presser foot sole displayed in the user interface The recommended presser foot sole for the selected stitch is displayed.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure

    Sewing preparation Adjusting the presser foot pressure The presser foot pressure is designed to adjust the pressure of the presser foot optimally to the fabric thickness. When working with thick fabrics, it is recommended to reduce the presser foot pressure. This provides the advantage that the presser foot is slightly lifted so that the fabric can be moved more easily.

  • Page 31: Selecting The Needle In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation Selecting the needle in the User Interface After changing the stitch plate, you can check whether it can be used with the selected needle. > Touch the icon «Needle selection» or «Stitch plate selection». > Select the attached needle. –...

  • Page 32: Checking The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Sewing preparation Checking the stitch plate in the user interface After changing the stitch plate, you can check whether it can be used with the selected needle. > Press the Icon «Needle selection» or «Stitch plate selection». – The mounted needle plate is automatically detected and shown in the display. –...

  • Page 33: Threading

    Sewing preparation 2.9 Threading Threading preparation > Press the button «Presser foot up/down» to raise the presser foot. > Raise the presser foot. Threading the upper thread ∼ Spool disc Guide Thread guide Guide Thread guide Threader lever Thread tension discs Wire hook Thread take-up lever cover Thread cutter...
  • Page 34 Sewing preparation > Place the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread is unwound clockwise. > Attach the appropriate thread disc. > Feed the thread through the thread guide (2). > Feed the thread through the thread guide (3). >...
  • Page 35 Sewing preparation > Guide the thread at the top from right to left through the thread take-up lever and then down again. > Pass the thread through the guides above the presser foot. > Lower the presser foot. > Press the threading lever down until it clicks into place. –...

  • Page 36: Threading The Double Needle

    Sewing preparation > To cut off excess thread, take the thread end and pull it over the thread cutter. Please note: Use the right thread cutter only when threading. > To thread the thread into the needle, raise the threading lever. –...
  • Page 37 Sewing preparation > Thread the second thread manually into the left needle. 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...

  • Page 38: Winding The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation Winding the bobbin thread Spool disc Thread pretension Thread guide Spool pin > Place the thread spool and the appropriate spool disc on the spool holder. > For smaller thread spools, use the small thread disc. > To prevent tangling or tearing of the thread, use the spool net. >...

  • Page 39: Threading The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > Push the bobbin to the right. – The button «Start/Stop» flashes and the display for winding appears. > Hold the end of the thread with one hand. > To start the winding process for a few rotations and then stop, push the button «Start/Stop», so that the thread is held tight on the bobbin.
  • Page 40 Sewing preparation > Insert the new spool so that the thread is wound in the counterclockwise direction. > Pull the thread into the slit (1). > Press gently on the bobbin. > Follow the arrow markings to bring the thread into the bobbin thread guide. >...

  • Page 41: Setup Program

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

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Hovering Height Of The Presser Foot

    Setup Program Adjusting the hovering height of the presser foot The hovering height of the presser foot can be adjusted according to the fabric thickness from 1 to maximal 6 mm. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». >...

  • Page 43: Programming The Button "Thread Cutter

    Setup Program > Touch the icon «Securing» to activate automatic securing for decorative stitches and combined stitches. > Touch the icons «-» or «+» in the lower section of the display (2) to program the number of securing stitches in close succession. >...

  • Page 44: Programming The Button "Quick Reverse

    Setup Program Programming the button «Quick reverse» It can be chosen either «Reverse sewing» or «Backstepping». > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». > Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons».Touch the switch again to deactivate the presser foot raised to hovering position with needle stop down.

  • Page 45: Fabric Thickness Measurement

    Setup Program > Touch the icon «Position the presser foot» so that the presser foot remains down via the back kick. > Touch the icon «Position the presser foot» again so that the presser foot remains up via the back kick. –...

  • Page 46: Selecting Personal Settings

    Setup Program 3.2 Selecting personal settings > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Personal settings». > Select the desired display color. 3.3 Monitoring functions Activating the upper thread indicator > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Monitoring settings». >...

  • Page 47: Sound On/Off

    Setup Program 3.4 Sound on/off > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sound on/off» to deactivate any audio signals in general. > Touch the icon «Sound on/off» again to deactivate any audio signals in general. 3.5 Machine settings Adjusting the brightness of the display The brightness of the display can be adjusted corresponding to the personal preferences.

  • Page 48: Back To Basic Settings

    Setup Program > Touch the icon «Calibrate the display». > Touch the crosses in sequence using the touchscreen pen. Back to basic settings WARNING: Using this function will delete all individually made settings. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings». >...

  • Page 49: Reviewing The Total Number Of Stitches

    The total stitch count of the machine and the number of stitches since the last service performed by a bernette dealer are displayed. 4,000,000 stitches after a service, the symbol indicates that it is recommended to have the machine serviced by a bernette dealer. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings».

  • Page 50: System Settings

    System settings System settings 4.1 Using eco mode During a longer interruption of work the machine can be set into a power save mode. Nothing can be selected in the display and the machine cannot be started. > Touch the icon «eco» again. –...

  • Page 51: Cancelling Any Alterations With "Clr

    System settings > Select the sewing project. – The stitch is changed automatically, but all other settings must be done by the user. Seams Creative sewing Finishing edges Machine quilting Blindstitch hem Free motion sewing Buttonholes Appliqués Zippers Recommended stitch number Recommended presser foot Recommended needle Reinforced buttonhole...

  • Page 52: Creative Sewing

    Creative sewing Creative sewing 5.1 Overview selection menu sewing Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Quilt stitches Alphabets Personal Memory Selecting a stitch pattern > Select a stitch pattern, an alphabet or a buttonhole. > Touch the icon «Scrolling» (1) to have more stitch patterns displayed. >...

  • Page 53: Dual Feed (Df)

    Creative sewing 5.2 Dual Feed (DF) It is recommended to match the presser foot pressure with the fabric. The thicker the fabric, the lower the presser foot pressure. The Dual Feed feeds the fabric from above and from beneath simultaneously. This provides an even and careful feed forward even for smooth and thin materials.

  • Page 54: Regulating The Speed

    Creative sewing 5.3 Regulating the speed The sewing speed can be adjusted infinitely variable with the slide. > Move the slide to the left to reduce the sewing speed. > Move the slide to the right to increase the sewing speed. 5.4 Adjusting the upper thread tension Basic settings are applied automatically when a stitch pattern or program is selected.

  • Page 55: Changing The Stitch Length

    Creative sewing Changing the stitch length > Turn the «Lower Multifunction knob» to the left to shorten the stitch length. > Turn the «Lower Multifunction knob» to the right to elongate the stitch length. > 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.

  • Page 56: Programming Pattern Repeat

    Creative sewing Programming pattern repeat > Select a stitch pattern or alphabet. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» once to repeat the stitch pattern. > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» twice up to 9 times to repeat the stitch pattern up to 9 times. –...

  • Page 57: Permanent Quick Reverse

    Creative sewing Permanent Quick reverse > Select a stitch pattern or alphabet. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Permanent reverse sewing» (1) to sew permanently in reverse. Backstepping > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. >...

  • Page 58: Creating Stitch Pattern Combinations

    Creative sewing Creating Stitch pattern combinations In the Combi mode stitch patterns and alphabets can be combined according to your wish. Each combination can hold up to 20 stitches. Patterns created in the Stitch Designer cannot be integrated in the pattern combinations.

  • Page 59: Adding A Single Stitch Pattern

    Creative sewing Adding a single stitch pattern > In order to add a stitch pattern at the beginning, move to the very front of the stitch pattern group and press the second upper arrow (1). – Both upper arrows are inactive. >...

  • Page 60: 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. – «Securing» at the final end of the combination is activated. >...

  • Page 61: Overwriting A Stitch Pattern Combination

    Creative sewing Overwriting a stitch pattern combination > Create a stitch pattern combination. > Touch the icon «Personal memory». > Touch the icon «Save stitch pattern». > Select the stitch pattern combination which is to be overwritten. > Touch the icon «Confirm» to overwrite the stitch pattern combination. Deleting a stitch pattern combination >...

  • Page 62: Loading Stitch Patterns From The Personal Memory

    Creative sewing Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory Prerequisite: • The stitch pattern is saved in the personal memory. > Touch the icon «Personal memory». > Touch the icon «Load stitch pattern». > Select a stitch pattern. Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory Prerequisite: •...

  • Page 63: Practical Stitches

    Practical stitches Practical stitches 6.1 Overview Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Straight stitch Seams and topstitching. Zigzag Reinforcing seams, overcasting edges, sewing elastic seams and attaching lace. Vari overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic fabrics.
  • Page 64 Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns 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 in one step of stretch fabrics.

  • Page 65: Sewing Straight Stitch

    Practical 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. 2 – 2.5 mm). Match the stitch length with the thread size, e.g. long stitches when topstitching with Cordonnet (ca.

  • Page 66: Sewing In The Zipper

    Practical stitches 6.4 Sewing in the zipper As the fabric feed can be difficult when starting to sew, it is recommended to hold the threads firmly or to pull the fabric slightly to the back for a few stitches or to sew 1 – 2 cm reverse first. >...

  • Page 67: Sewing Triple Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches 6.5 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. > Attach the Zigzag foot (DA). > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». >...

  • Page 68: Manual Darning

    Practical stitches 6.7 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 69 Practical stitches > Lower the presser foot over the center of the tear. > Adjust the button holder on the buttonhole foot to the desired length. The size of one darning sequence is variable. – The maximum sewing length is 2.6 cm (1 inch) and the maximum sewing width is 7 mm (9/32 inch). The length of sewing Start The width of sewing...

  • Page 70: Finishing Edges

    Practical stitches > Hold the end of the upper thread in your left hand, and then start sewing. > If the sewing range is too big to sew, then we recommend to sew the area several times (or cross sew) to get better sewing result.

  • Page 71: Sewing Double Overlock

    Practical stitches 6.10 Sewing Double overlock A double overlock seam is suitable for loose knits and cross seams in knits. When working with jersey, a jersey needle should be used to prevent damaging the knit fabric. When sewing stretch materials, use a stretch needle.

  • Page 72: Sewing A Narrow Hem

    Practical stitches 6.13 Sewing a narrow hem > Attach the Hemmer foot (DG) Optional accessory. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Straight stitch No. 1. > Fold the edge of the fabric over about 3 mm, then fold it over again 3 mm for about 5 cm along the edge of the fabric.

  • Page 73: Sewing Blind Hems

    Practical stitches 6.14 Sewing blind hems For invisible hems in medium to heavy weight cotton, wool and blended materials. Prerequisite: • The fabric edges are finished. > Attach the Blindstitch foot (DM). > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Blindstitch No. 9. >...

  • Page 74: Sewing Visible Hems

    Practical stitches 6.15 Sewing visible hems The visible hem is particularly suitable for elastic seams in tricot made of cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fibers. > Attach the Embroidery foot (JK). > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Tricot stitch No. 14. >...

  • Page 75: Sewing Corners

    Practical stitches To support the presser foot while manually supplying and sewing towards the folded edge, place another piece of fabric with the same thickness on the backside of the seam. Cardboard or thick fabric 6.18 Sewing Corners > Stop the sewing machine when you reach a corner. >...

  • Page 76: 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 77: Altering The Stitch Density

    Decorative stitches 7.2 Altering the stitch density With satin stitches (e. g. No. 101) the stitch density can be altered. If the stitch density is increased, the stitch distance is enlarged. If the stitch density is decreased, the stitch distance is shortened. The programmed length of the stitch pattern is not affected.

  • Page 78: Alphabets

    Alphabets Alphabets 8.1 Overview Alphabet Block, Double block and Script alphabets can be sewn in two different sizes, in upper and lower case letters. For a perfect stitch formation it is recommended to use the same thread color for upper and bobbin threads. The fabric can be reinforced with embroidery stabilizer on the wrong side.
  • Page 79 Alphabets > To open the extended entry mode, touch the icon «Display alphabets» (2). > Select the letter. > To have more letters displayed, touch the icon «Scroll left» (3). > To delete individual letters of the entered text, touch the icon «DEL». >...

  • Page 80: Buttonholes

    Buttonholes 9.1 Overview Buttonholes To create the correct buttonhole for every button, every purpose and for every garment, the bernette b77 is equipped with a considerable collection of buttonholes. The corresponding button can be sewn on automatically. Eyelets can also be sewn.

  • Page 81: Marking Buttonholes

    Buttonholes Buttonhole Buttonhole Name Description number Straight stitch Program for staystitching buttonholes, buttonhole for pocket openings, reinforcing buttonholes, especially for buttonholes in leather and imitation leather. Heirloom For light to medium-weight woven fabrics blouses, dresses, leisure wear, bedlinen. Double-rounded For medium to heavy-weight fabrics in buttonhole all kinds of different materials.

  • Page 82: Sewing A Buttonhole Automatically

    Buttonholes 9.3 Sewing a buttonhole automatically > Attach the Buttonhole foot with slide (RJ). > Pull out the button holder plate and insert the button. > Guide the thread through the hole in the presser foot and then place it under the foot. >...
  • Page 83 Buttonholes – The buttonholes are sewn backwards from the front of the presser foot as illustrated. > Raise the sewing foot and cut the thread. > After sewing the buttonhole, raise the buttonhole lever to the stop. > Cut the buttonhole open and make sure that the beads are not cut on either side. Use a pin as a stop at the bartack to avoid cutting too far.

  • Page 84: Reinforce Buttonhole

    Buttonholes 9.4 Reinforce buttonhole When sewing buttonholes on stretch fabric, hook a heavy thread or a cord under the buttonhole foot. > Attach the Buttonhole foot with slide (RJ). > Pull out the button holder plate and insert the button. >...

  • Page 85: Sewing Eyelets

    Buttonholes With the Button sew-on Program the first securing stitch is always stitched into the left hole of the button. > Attach the Button-sew-on foot (RC). > Touch the icon «Buttonholes». > Lower the feed dog. > Select the Button sew-on Program No. 60. >...

  • Page 86: Quilting

    Quilting 10 Quilting 10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number 1001 Quilting, Securing To secure at the sewing start and sewing end Program with short stitches forward. 1002 Quilting straight stitch Straight stitch 2 mm stitch length, to join patchwork parts.

  • Page 87: Quilting, Securing Program

    Quilting Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number 1020 Feather stitch variations For "Crazy Patchwork" and embellishing. 1021-1023 1024 Stippling stitch Imitation of stipple quilting. 1029 Feather stitch For "Crazy Patchwork" and embellishing. 1028, 1033 10.2 Quilting, Securing Program > Attach the Zigzag foot (DA). >...

  • Page 88: 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 extension table (optional accessory) 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 89: Appendix

    Appendix 11 Appendix 11.1 Maintencance and cleaning Cleaning and maintenance intervals To ensure the functionality and sewing quality of the machine, the machine must be cleaned and maintained regularly. The intervals for cleaning and maintenance of the machine depend on various factors, such as the fabrics and threads used.
  • Page 90 Appendix Please note: The markings of the bobbin case and the stitch plate must be aligned identically. 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...

  • Page 91: Oiling The Needle Bar

    Appendix Oiling the needle bar The needle bar may not move smoothly without lubrication. If the machine is used frequently, the needle bar should be oiled every 6 months to prevent blocking. Electronically driven components WARNING Risk of injury near the needle bar. >...

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    Appendix 11.2 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Repair Upper thread too tight or too > Adjust the upper thread tension. Uneven stitch formation loose. Needle blunt or bent. > Replace the needle, make sure that a new BERNINA quality needle is used. Poor quality needle.
  • Page 93 Incorrectly threaded. > Rethread. Poor quality thread. > Use quality thread. The stitch plate or the hook tip is > Contact a specialized bernette dealer to have the damaged. damages repaired. > Replace the stitch plate. Lower thread breaks The bobbin is not inserted >...
  • Page 94 > Place the machine in a warm room one hour before use. The machine doesn't start > Connect the machine and switch it on. The machine is damaged. > Contact a specialized bernette dealer. The light of the button Light is defect. > Contact a specialized bernette dealer.

  • Page 95: Error Messages

    Appendix 11.3 Error messages Message on the display Cause Repair This stitch number does not exist. > Check the entry and enter the new number. ! ! ! Stitch pattern selection not > Check the entry and enter the new number. possible in combi mode.
  • Page 96 Appendix Message on the display Cause Repair The upper thread is used up. > Insert a new thread spool. > Rethread. The upper thread has broken. > Rethread. The bobbin thread is used up. > Remove the empty bobbin, wind it again and reinsert it. The threader lever is not raised.

  • Page 97: Technical Data

    > To be reminded of the cleaning after switching on the cleaning advice. machine, touch the icon «Cancel». The machine has reached a stitch > Contact your specialized bernette dealer to have the count of 4,000,000 since the last machine maintained. maintenance by a bernette >...

  • Page 98: Overview Stitch Patterns

    Overview stitch patterns 12 Overview stitch patterns 12.1 Overview Stitch patterns Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Satin stitches 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...
  • Page 99 Overview stitch patterns Cross stitches Floral stitches Ornamental stitches 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...

  • Page 100: Quilt Stitches

    Overview stitch patterns Novelty Quilt stitches 1001 1002 1003 1004 1005 1006 1007 1008 1009 1010 1011 1012 1013 1014 1015 1016 1017 1018 1019 1020 1021 1022 1023 1024 1025 1026 1027 1028 1029 1030 1031 1032 1033 1034 1035 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...

  • Page 101: Index

    Index Index Activating the bobbin thread indicator ........  43 Indicating the presser foot sole in the user interface....  26 Activating the upper thread indicator........  43 Inserting thread spool ............  22 Adjusting the brightness of the display........  44 Adjusting the presser foot pressure ........  27 Maintencance and cleaning ..........
  • Page 102 Index Threading the upper thread ..........  30 Troubleshooting..............  89 Using a spool net ..............  22 Using eco mode..............  47 Winding the bobbin thread...........   35 2020-02 EN 5020077.20A.04...
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