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  • Page 1 User manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Winding the bobbin thread .......... 28 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....Threading the bobbin thread ........30 Important information ........Pulling up the bobbin thread ........31 My bernette ............Creative sewing ........... 33 Overview Machine ..........Selecting a stitch pattern ......... 33 Overview front ............
  • Page 4 Table of Contents 4.19 Sewing visible hems ..........53 Index ..............75 4.20 Sewing flat joining seams ........53 4.21 Sewing basting stitches .......... 53 Decorative stitches ..........54 Overview Decorative Stitches ........54 Altering the stitch density ........55 Gathering stitches ..........

  • Page 5: 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 6 – turn power switch to «0». • Do not use bent needles. • Always use the original bernette stitch plate. The wrong plate can cause needle breakage. • To disconnect, turn power switch to "0"and then remove the plug from the outlet.

  • Page 7: 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. BERNINA assumes no liability for consequences resulting from improper use.
  • Page 8 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 9: Overview Machine

    My bernette My bernette 1.1 Overview Machine Overview front Stitch plate cover Reverse sewing lever Stitch plate Thread tension dial Presser foot Thread take-up lever Sewing light Stitch length knob Needle threader Stitch pattern selector knob Buttonhole lever Sewing table and accessory box Thread cutter 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...

  • Page 10: Overview Top

    My bernette Accessory box Compartment for needle set Compartment for spool disc Overview top Needle position dial Spool pin Thread take-up lever Opening, additional spool pin Bobbin winder pre-tension Bobbin winder unit Presser foot pressure adjustment knob Handwheel Thread pretension...

  • Page 11: Overview Back

    My bernette Overview back Power cable/foot control connection Balance dial Air vents Presser foot lifter Power switch Feed dog lever 1.2 Accessory Included accessories Visit www.mybernette.com/accessories for more accessory information. Figure Name Figure Name Bobbin (3x) Second spool pin Spool net...

  • Page 12: Overview Presser Feet

    My bernette Figure Name Figure Name Brush and seam ripper Oiler Spool disc, large (1x) Felt disc Spool disc, small (1x) Screwdriver Height compensating tool Overview presser feet Illustration Name Purpose Zigzag foot For sewing different practical and decorative stitches and for sewing hems.

  • Page 13: Needle, Thread, Fabric

    My bernette 1.3 Needle, Thread, Fabric Needles will wear down over time. Therefore, the needle should be replaced regularly. Only a perfect point results in a good stitching result. In general, the thinner the fabric, the finer the needle. The illustrated needles are either standard or optional accessory, depending on the machine.

  • Page 14: Needle/Thread Combination

    My bernette Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Metafil needle Long needle eye (2 mm) For sewing or in all needle sizes embroidering with 130/705 H METAFIL 80 metallic threads. Long needle eye (2 mm) Topstitching with thick Cordonnet needle (to in all needle sizes thread.

  • Page 15: Example For Needle Description

    My bernette If the thread rubs along the edge of the long groove and cannot be guided properly through the needle eye, this can result in the thread breaking or jamming. 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.

  • Page 16: Sewing Preparation

    Sewing preparation Sewing preparation 2.1 Connection and Switching on Connecting the machine and foot control > Insert the equipment plug (1) for the power and foot control cable into the power cable connection. > Insert the power plug (2) for the power and foot control cable into the socket. Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada) The machine has a polarized plug (one contact is wider than the other).

  • Page 17: Spool Pin

    Sewing preparation 2.2 Spool pin Horizontal spool pin Placing the thread spool and the thread disc Spool discs hold the thread spool in place for proper release of thread from the spool. > Place the spool on the spool pin. >...

  • Page 18: Horizontal Spool Pin

    > Place the thread spool on the second spool pin. 2.3 Free arm The bernette b05 provides a solidly designed free arm which offers a lot of space for large project on the right of the needle. 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...

  • Page 19: Sewing Table With Accessory Box

    Sewing preparation 2.4 Sewing table with accessory box The sewing table has an integrated accessory box. > To remove the sewing table, hold the sewing table by the handle (1) and pull it away to the left. > To open the accessory box, tilt the cover towards you. >...

  • Page 20: Changing The Needle

    Sewing preparation Changing the needle > Switch off the machine and disconnect it from the power supply. > Raise the presser foot. > Raise the needle. > Loosen the fixing screw (1) using the screwdriver. > Pull the needle out in a downward direction. >...

  • Page 21: Presser Foot

    Sewing preparation > Set the required needle position using the needle position dial. 2.7 Presser foot Raising and lowering the presser foot > To raise the presser foot, push the presser foot lever upwards. > To lower the presser foot, push the presser foot lever downwards. Changing the presser foot sole Removing the presser foot sole >...
  • Page 22 Sewing preparation > Raise the presser foot. Needle breakage caused by incorrect presser foot NOTICE If the presser foot is not suitable for the selected stitch, the needle may collide with the presser foot and break. > Always use a presser foot that is suitable for the stitch. >...

  • Page 23: 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 24 Sewing preparation Spool disc Guide Thread guide Guide Thread pretension Needle-threading lever Thread tension discs Wire hook Thread take-up lever cover Thread cutter Thread take-up lever Thread > Place the thread spool on the spool holder so that the thread unwinds clockwise. >...
  • Page 25 Sewing preparation > Guide the thread through the thread pretension. > Guide the end of the thread downwards along the channel. > Guide the thread downwards around the thread take-up lever cover. > Guide the thread upwards from the right to the left through the thread take-up lever and then back downwards.
  • Page 26 Sewing preparation > Lower the presser foot. > Press the needle-threading lever downwards slightly and guide the thread around the thread guide. > Push the needle-threading lever down as far as it will go and hold it down. – The wire hook moves through the needle eye. >...

  • Page 27: Threading The Double Needle

    Sewing preparation Threading the double needle Prerequisite: • The zigzag foot is fitted. • The twin needle is inserted. • The second spool pin, felt disc and second spool are fitted. > Guide the thread from the horizontal spool pin (red) in the direction of the arrow to the left side of the thread tension disc (1).

  • Page 28: Winding The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > Guide the thread to the thread guide above the needle. > Thread the thread into the left needle manually. > Guide the thread from the external spool pin (orange) in the direction of the arrow to the left side of the thread tension disc (1).
  • Page 29 Sewing preparation > Guide the thread through the thread guide. > Guide the thread around the bobbin winder pre-tension in the direction of the arrow. > Pull the end of the thread through one of the inner holes on the bobbin and place the empty bobbin on the bobbin winding unit.

  • Page 30: Threading The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > Cut the end of the thread above the inner hole. > To continue the winding process, press the foot control. > Release the foot control to stop the winding process. > Push the bobbin winding unit to the left into the starting position. –...

  • Page 31: Pulling Up The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing preparation > Insert a new bobbin so that the thread is wound anti-clockwise. > Press gently on the bobbin. > Follow the arrow markings to bring the thread into the bobbin thread guide. > To cut off excess thread, take the end of the thread and pull it over the thread cutter (1). >...
  • Page 32 Sewing preparation > Pull the upper thread upwards until the bobbin thread forms a loop. > Pull the bobbin thread all the way to the top. > Pull 10 cm (4") of both threads back and under the presser foot. 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...

  • Page 33: Creative Sewing

    Creative sewing Creative sewing 3.1 Selecting a stitch pattern The stitch patterns are divided into categories A to L. Each category can include up to three stitch patterns, which are indicated by the colors black, gray and red. Incorrect needle position when selecting a stitch pattern NOTICE Damage to needle and fabric.

  • Page 34: Editing Stitch Patterns

    Creative sewing 3.2 Editing stitch patterns Setting the stitch width The stitch width can be varied from 0–6 mm for each stitch using the stitch width dial. NOTICE Incorrect needle position when selecting a stitch width Damage to needle and fabric. >...

  • Page 35: Adjusting The Balance

    Creative sewing In perfect straight stitching, the bobbin thread is not visible on the right side of the fabric. Upper thread Right side (top side) of fabric Bobbin thread Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric > To increase the upper thread tension, set the «Upper thread tension» dial to a higher value. >...

  • Page 36: Quick Reverse

    Creative sewing > To increase the stitch density of the left satin stitch for the buttonhole, turn the balance adjustment knob clockwise. > To decrease the stitch density of the left satin stitch for the buttonhole, turn the balance adjustment knob anti-clockwise.

  • Page 37: Securing

    Creative sewing 3.4 Securing Securing the seam at the start > Select the stitch pattern. > Sew the seam forwards for a few stitches. > Press and hold the reverse sewing lever. > Sew backwards along the seam to the start of the seam. >...

  • Page 38: Sewing Corners

    Creative sewing > To support the presser foot when manually guiding the fabric and sewing from the folded side, place one, two or three small plates from the height compensating tool (1) behind the needle under the presser foot. Height compensating tool 3.6 Sewing Corners >...

  • Page 39: Practical Stitches

    Practical stitches Practical stitches 4.1 Overview Practical stitches Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommende Stitch Stitch category d presser foot length width Straight stitch For sewing material together and Zigzag foot 0,5 –4,0 top-stitching. Zigzag For reinforcing seams, finishing Zigzag foot 0,5 – 4,0 2,0 – 6,0 edges, sewing elastic seams and...

  • Page 40: Sewing Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommende Stitch Stitch category d presser foot length width Triple Straight For durable seams in strong Zigzag foot stitch fabrics. For visible hems and seams. Triple Zig zag For durable seams in strong Zigzag foot 2,0 – 6,0 fabrics.

  • Page 41: Sewing In The Zipper

    Practical stitches 4.3 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 42: Stitching In A Concealed Zipper

    Practical stitches > When sewing the right-hand side of the zipper, secure the left-hand side of the presser foot pin using the holder. > Sew the left-hand side of the open zipper from top to bottom. > Close the zipper up to approx. 5 cm from the end. >...
  • Page 43 Practical stitches > Lower the presser foot at the start of the zipper so that the spiral is guided through the right presser foot groove. > Sew and close the right-hand half of the zipper from top to bottom up to the slider. >...

  • Page 44: Sewing Triple Straight Stitch

    Practical stitches > Pin the ends of the zipper seams precisely on top of one another. > Pin the seam together from the bottom to the zipper. > Fit the zigzag foot. > Close and sew the seam from the bottom to the zipper. 4.5 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.

  • Page 45: Sewing Triple Zigzag

    Practical stitches 4.6 Sewing Triple zigzag The triple zigzag is particularly suitable for firm fabrics, especially denim, deckchair fabric and awnings, and for hems on fabrics that are washed often. Prerequisite: • Finish the seam edges first. > Fit the zigzag foot. >...

  • Page 46: Manual Darning

    Practical stitches > To attach the elastic tape, pull it apart along the length of the gathered fabric. 4.9 Manual darning Used for darning holes or worn areas in all fabric types. > Remove the presser foot holder and fit the darning/embroidery foot on the presser foot bar. –...

  • Page 47: Finishing Edges

    Practical stitches > Tension the sewing project in a darning hoop. – The darning area stays evenly taut and cannot be distorted. > Turn the handwheel anti-clockwise to bring up the bobbin thread. > Sew a few stitches at the start of the seam. >...

  • Page 48: Sewing Double Overlock

    Practical stitches > Guide the edge of the fabric into the center of the zigzag foot so that the needle goes into the fabric on one side and over the edge into the air on the other side. > Guide the edge of the fabric along the guide plate on the overlock foot (1) so that the needle goes into the fabric on one side and over the edge into the air on the other side.

  • Page 49: Narrow Edgestitching

    Practical stitches > Sew the fabric with the edge of the fabric against the overlock foot guide. 4.13 Narrow edgestitching > Fit the blind stitch foot, edge stitch foot or zigzag foot. > Set the stitch pattern selector knob to «A». >...

  • Page 50: Edgestitching Using The Seam Guide

    Practical stitches 4.15 Edgestitching using the seam guide When sewing parallel wide top-stitching lines, we recommend guiding the seam guide along a sewn line. > Attach the seam guide to the zigzag foot. > Fit the zigzag foot. > Set the stitch pattern selector knob to «A». >...
  • Page 51 Practical stitches > Fold the edge of the fabric about 3 mm and turn it over again. Fold the first 5 cm of the fabric edge to be sewn. > Place the edge of the fabric with the left-hand side of the fabric facing up under the presser foot. The fabric under the presser foot should be just less than the width of the presser foot.

  • Page 52: Sewing Blind Hems

    Practical stitches 4.18 Sewing blind hems For invisible hems in medium to heavy weight cotton, wool and blended materials. Heavy/medium-weight fabrics Light fabrics 5 mm 5 mm Finishing seam Right-hand fabric side Left-hand fabric side A blind stitch «J» is suitable for sewing firm fabrics. The elastic blind stitch «E» is suitable for elastic fabrics. Prerequisite: •...

  • Page 53: Sewing Visible Hems

    Practical stitches > Turn over the fabric. 4.19 Sewing visible hems The visible hem is especially suitable for elastic hems in tricot fabric made of cotton, wool, synthetics and blended fibers. We recommend using the Lycra stitch or triple zigzag as a visible hem stitch for elastic fabrics. We recommend using the universal stitch or triple straight stitch as a visible hem for non-elastic fabrics.

  • Page 54: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative stitches Decorative stitches 5.1 Overview Decorative Stitches Easier or more difficult decorative stitches come into their own depending on the type of fabric. Decorative stitches that consist of simple straight stitches are particularly attractive on lightweight fabrics. Decorative stitches made up of satin stitches look especially stylish on heavy fabrics. For a perfect stitch formation it is of advantage to use the same thread color for upper and bobbin thread and a stabilizer.

  • Page 55: Altering The Stitch Density

    Decorative stitches Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommende Stitch Stitch category d presser foot length width Decorative For decorative effects. Zigzag foot stitch 5.2 Altering the stitch density When using the satin stitch, the stitch density can be adjusted by changing the stitch length. A short stitch length means that the distance between stitches is shorter and the stitch is denser.

  • Page 56: Connecting Stitches

    Decorative stitches > Tie the threads in a knot on one side. > On the other side, pull the bobbin threads and distribute the folds evenly. > Secure the threads. > Select the honeycomb stitch or faggot stitch. > Set the stitch width to «6». >...

  • Page 57: Joining Seam With Double Overlock Stitch

    Decorative stitches > Lower the presser foot centrally between the edges of the fabric and sew. > After sewing, remove the lining and tacking thread. Joining seam with double overlock stitch The double overlock stitch can be used to sew two fabric edges together at a distance. This stitch pattern is used to decorate blouses and children's clothing.

  • Page 58: Shell Edging With Satin Stitch

    Decorative stitches > Set the stitch pattern selector knob to «H». > Set the required stitch length. > Set the required stitch width. > Fold the edge of the fabric in by about 5 mm. Position the fabric under the presser foot so that the needle goes into the air just past the edge of the fabric on the right-hand side.

  • Page 59: Buttonholes

    Buttonholes Buttonholes 6.1 Overview Buttonholes To automatically sew buttonholes, the machine features a single-step buttonhole program. The corresponding button can be sewn on automatically. Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommende Stitch Stitch category d presser foot length width – Single-step For light to medium-weight Buttonhole 0,3 – 0,5...

  • Page 60: Sewing A Test Sample

    Buttonholes > Hang the thread over the hook behind the presser foot and then lay it over the presser foot. > Hook both ends of the thread on the front of the presser foot, guide them into the groove and tie them together temporarily.
  • Page 61 Buttonholes > Set the stitch width to 4–6. > Set the required stitch length in the buttonhole symbol range on the dial. > Position the fabric under the presser foot so that the marking for the center line is aligned with the starting point (1).

  • Page 62: Cut The Buttonhole Open

    Buttonholes > After sewing the last buttonhole, lift the buttonhole lever as far as it will go. 6.7 Cut the buttonhole open > Place a pin at each end directly underneath the locking stitch to prevent the stitches being cut open. >...
  • Page 63 Buttonholes > Bring the upper thread to the wrong side of the fabric and tie it in a knot. 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...

  • Page 64: Quilting

    Quilting Quilting 7.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommende Stitch Stitch category d presser foot length width Faggot stitch For stitching two fabrics together Zigzag foot to create a breakthrough look. For quilting, crazy patchwork, decorating and embellishing. Feather stitch For crazy patchwork and Zigzag foot...

  • Page 65: Sewing Patchwork

    Quilting With stipple quilting, entire surfaces of the fabric are filled with quilt stitches. The single lines of stitching are rounded and never cross one another. Prerequisite: • The top layer, the batting and the backing are pinned together or basted. >...
  • Page 66 Quilting > Sew the parts together with a seam allowance of 5 mm or guide the parts along the patchwork foot guide. 5 mm > Iron the seam allowance apart. Embellishing seams > Fit the zigzag foot. > Set the decorative stitch you have chosen. >...

  • Page 67: Maintencance And Cleaning

    Maintencance and cleaning Maintencance and cleaning 8.1 Cleaning the feed dog Remaining threads under the stitch plate must occasionally be removed. Electronically driven components CAUTION Risk of injury near the needle and the hook. > Raise the presser foot. > Switch off the machine and disconnect it from the power supply. >...

  • Page 68: Cleaning The Hook

    Maintencance and cleaning > Attach the presser foot. > Connect the machine to the mains power and switch it on. 8.2 Cleaning the hook Electronically driven components CAUTION Risk of injury near the needle and the hook. > Raise the presser foot. >...

  • Page 69: Oiling The Needle Bar

    Maintencance and cleaning > Insert the bobbin case. Note: The markings of the bobbin case and the stitch plate must be aligned identically. > Fit the stitch plate. > Fit the bobbin cover. > Fit the needle and presser foot. 8.3 Oiling the needle bar Without lubrication, the needle bar may not move smoothly.
  • Page 70 Maintencance and cleaning > Turn the handwheel a few times and remove any excess oil with a cloth. > Attach the headframe cover again. 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...

  • Page 71: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Fault Cause Solution Uneven stitch formation 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. >...
  • Page 72 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 73: Technical Data

    Technical data 10 Technical data Designation Value Unit Sewing light (LED) Maximum speed 1100 Stitches per minute Measurements (W × D × H) 416 × 174 × 299 Weight 7.07 Input voltage (energy consumption) 120 (0.7) V (A) 230/240 (90) V (W) Sound pressure level dB (A)

  • Page 74: Appendix

    Appendix 11 Appendix 11.1 Overview stitch patterns Overview of the stitch patterns Stitch length knob Stitch selector wheel 0 – 4 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...
  • Page 75 Index Index Accessories overview.............   11 Needle position right/left............  20 Accessory box ...............   19 Needle position up/down ............  19 Adjusting the presser foot pressure ........  23 Needle, Thread and Fabric.............   13 Attaching the seam guide .............   22 Needles and threads .............   14 Needles overview ..............
  • Page 76 Index Using a spool net ..............  17 Utility stitches ...............   39 Winding the bobbin thread...........   28 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04...
  • Page 78 2020-09 EN 5220105.00A.04 © BERNINA International AG www.bernette.com/b05CRAFTER Steckborn CH, www.bernina.com...

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