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- Page 1 Bernette Funlock B42 Coverstitch Machine View & Buy Here: https://www.thesewingstudio.co.uk/bernette-funlock-b42-coverstitch-machine.ir...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS DIFFERENTIAL FEED NAME OF PARTS Gathered Coverstitch (1–2.0) Details of machine – Stretch Coverstitch (1 0.6) ACCESSORIES Standard HOW TO SEW A CHAINSTITCH 2–Thread Chainstitch Needle Information HOW TO SEW A COVERSTITCH HOW TO OPEN LOOPER COVER Machine set up Principal Parts behind the Looper Cover Additional Information About Coverstitch... - Page 5 IMPORTANT Precautions should always be followed, machine they must including the following: supervised. Read all the instructions before using this Never operate this machine if: machine. the cord or the plug are damaged, ⦁ In general when the machine is not in it is not working properly, ⦁...
- Page 6 13. Always use the original BERNINA CAUTION: stitch plate. The wrong stitch plate This machine is intended for household can cause needle breakage. use only. If used intensively or commer- 14. This machine is provided with double cially, regular cleaning and especially insulation (except for USA and attentive care is required.
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Page 7: Name Of Parts
NAME OF PARTS Details of machine Retractable thread stand Looper cover Carrying handle Power / Light switch Cover left needle thread tension dial (yellow) Stitch length dial Cover center needle thread tension dial (green) Handwheel Cover right needle thread tension dial (blue) Thread stand Chain stitch looper thread tension dial (violet) Spool stabilizer... - Page 8 Presser foot lifter Differential feed dial Presser foot pressure wheel Standard presser foot Coverstitch...
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Page 9: Accessories Standard
ACCESSORIES Standard Screw driver (large size) Oiler Spool net (4x) Spool cap (4x) Brush Needle set (ELx705)* Needle Threader / inserter Allen screw driver (small) Tweezers Spool stabilizer (4x) Dust cover Needle Information This overlock uses a flat shank industrial needle (ELx705). -
Page 10: How To Open Looper Cover
HOW TO OPEN LOOPER COVER CAUTION: Be sure to turn off power switch. 1. Push the looper cover to the right as far as it will 2. Pull looper cover down toward you. CAUTION: Be sure looper cover is closed when sewing. Principal Parts behind the Looper Cover Standard presser foot... -
Page 11: Foot Controller
Foot Controller – To run the machine and control the speed, press the controller. – The harder you press, the faster the machine will sew. – To stop the machine from sewing, remove your foot from the controller CAUTION: Use only foot controller provided with this machine. -
Page 12: Preparation For Threading
PREPARATION FOR THREADING Setting up the Retractable thread stand – Take out the retractable thread stand from the top of Styrofoam, and insert it as shown on the left illustration. – This machine is shipped with the retractable thread stand on the top of styrofoam. –... -
Page 13: How To Remove And Insert Needles
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSERT NEEDLES Needle Position – With this machines, three needles can be inserted to the Needle holder as shown. – The Stitch overview refers to different needle positions by illustrating the Needle holder. PLEASE NOTE: When all coverstitch needles are inserted, the left needle will be slightly higher than the others. -
Page 14: To Insert Needle(S)
To Insert Needle(s) – Hold the needle with the flat surface to the back. – Insert the needle into the needle socket as far as it will go. – When inserting a needle, if you first lower it down into the hole in the stitch plate it will line up with the needle socket. -
Page 15: Stitch Overview
STITCH OVERVIEW This machine is capable of producing 4 types of stitches according to the combination of needle positions, threading methods, tension adjustment. Stitch Type Page 1-needle 2-Thread straight stitch is used for construction 2–Thread Chainstitch or decorative stitching. 3-needle, 4-Thread coverstitch is suitable for stretchy fabrics such as knits, etc. -
Page 16: Threading The Machine
THREADING THE MACHINE Threading Diagram Chainstitch • Chainstitches – A color coded threading diagram is located inside the looper cover for quick reference. – Thread the machine in the order –( • Tension Color Code Chain stitch looper thread (Violet) Chain stitch needle thread (Green) Topside of fabric... -
Page 17: Threading The Chainstitch/Coverstitch Looper (Violet)
Threading the Chainstitch/ Coverstitch Looper (Violet) CAUTION: Be sure to turn off power switch. – Raise the presser foot to open the tension discs. – Thread the chainstitch/coverstitch looper as indicated –( – Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide –... - Page 18 – Turn the hand wheel toward you until the chainstitch looper extends out 10mm from the needle plate edge. – Thread the looper area of the machine following the violet color–coded thread guides –( PLEASE NOTE: Use of tweezers in the looper cover will make needle eye threading easy.
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Page 19: Threading The Right Coverstitch Needle (Blue)
Threading the Right Coverstitch Needle (Blue) (E on Needle holder) CAUTION: Be sure to turn off power switch. – Raise the presser foot to open the tension discs. – Thread the Right Coverstitch needle indicated –( – Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide –... - Page 20 – Continue to thread points –( PLEASE NOTE: Slide thread into rear slot on thread guide Slip the thread into the slot of the Take–up Lever Cover Slip the thread into the right slots for thread (7-9) guides – Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread is in front of thread guide located on the bottom of Needle holder for Coverstitch.
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Page 21: Threading The Center Coverstitch/Chainstitch Needle (Green)
Threading the Center Coverstitch/ Chainstitch Needle (Green) (D on Needle holder) CAUTION: Be sure to turn off power switch. – Raise the presser foot to open the tension discs. – Thread the Center Coverstitch/Chainstitch needle as indicated –( – Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide –... - Page 22 – Continue to thread points –( PLEASE NOTE: Slide thread into middle slot on thread guide Slip the thread into the slot of the Take–up Lever Cover Slip the thread into the middle slots for thread (7-9) guides – Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread is in front of thread guide located on the bottom of Needle holder for Coverstitch.
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Page 23: Threading The Coverstitch Needle (Yellow)
Threading the Coverstitch Needle (Yellow) (C on Needle holder) CAUTION: Be sure to turn off power switch. – Raise the presser foot to open the tension discs. – Thread the Center Coverstitch/chainstitch needle as indicated –( – Pass thread from back to the front through the thread guide –... - Page 24 – Continue to thread points –( PLEASE NOTE: Slide thread into front slot on thread guide Slip the thread into the slot of the Take–up Lever Cover Slip the thread into the left slots for thread (7-9) guides – Before threading eye of needle, make sure thread is in front of thread guide located on the bottom of Needle holder for Coverstitch.
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Page 25: How To Change Threads
HOW TO CHANGE THREADS Tie on method – To change thread type or color, clip thread near the spool. – Place new thread on stand. – Tie new thread and old thread ends together with a square knot. Clip thread tails to 2–3cm (1 inch) length. -
Page 26: How To Adjust
HOW TO ADJUST Stitch lenght dial • – The stitch length dial should be set on the " " setting for most sewing conditions. • – Adjust the stitch length to – 4 when sewing heavy weight fabrics. – Adjust the stitch length to 2 – 4 when sewing highly stretchy fabrics. -
Page 27: Differential Feed
DIFFERENTIAL FEED – Differential feed is a system which "stretches" or “gathers" the fabric, when the amount of feed of front feed dogs in relation to the rear feed dogs is changed. – The differential feed ratio ranges from 0.6–2.0. Adjustment is made by means of the differential feed dial at left. -
Page 28: How To Sew A Chainstitch
HOW TO SEW A CHAINSTITCH 2–Thread Chainstitch PLEASE NOTE: – These are suggested tension settings only. – Tension settings are effected by; 1. Type and thickness of fabric 2. Needle size Refer page 12 3. Size, type and fiber content of thread –... -
Page 29: How To Sew A Coverstitch
HOW TO SEW A COVERSTITCH – This machine can produce a 3–thread 5.6 mm wide bottom coverstitch. – The coverstitch can be used for covering, binding or top–stitching necklines and for hemming the bottom, of T–shirts and sweat suits, etc. in addition to flat joining seams (plain seaming). -
Page 30: Additional Information About Coverstitch
Additional Information About Coverstitch • At start of sewing Raise presser foot. Place fabric under presser foot behind the needle. Lower presser foot. PLEASE NOTE: When you start to sew from the middle of the fabric, place the fabric at the desired of starting point of sewing. -
Page 31: 3-Thread Coverstitch
3–Thread Coverstitch PLEASE NOTE: – These are suggested tension settings only. – Tension settings are effected by; 1. Type and thickness of fabric 2. Needle size 3. Size, type and fiber content of thread – Stitch length for coverstitch should be set at over "•"... -
Page 32: 4-Thread Coverstitch
4–Thread Coverstitch PLEASE NOTE: – These are suggested tension settings only. – Tension settings are effected by; 1. Type and thickness of fabric 2. Needle size 3. Size, type and fiber content of thread – Stitch length for coverstitch should be set at over "•"... -
Page 33: Securing The Seam End
SECURING THE SEAM END – Since the seams formed by coverstitch unravel when the looper thread is pulled out at the end of sewing, secure the seam end in the following manner. – When sewing through to the edge of fabric, among the threads coming out of the fabric edge, knot the needle threads (2 or 3 threads) together first, as shown on the left illustration. -
Page 34: Machine Maintenance
MACHINE MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Machine CAUTION: Before cleaning your machine, disconnect power line plug from the wall receptacle. – Clean the lint from the looper and needle plate area often with a dry lint brush. Oiling the Machine CAUTION: Before lubricating your machine, disconnect power line plug from the wall receptacle. -
Page 35: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following optional presser feet specially prepared for this machine are available at extra–charge. PLEASE NOTE: Do not use presser foot made for other machi- nes. Use of such presser foot may result in inter- ference with the needle and knife and can be hazardous. -
Page 36: Optional Cover Presser Feet
Optional Cover Presser Feet • Elasticator Foot – The Elasticator foot guides and stretches the elastic as it is being sewn on. Ideal for lingerie, swimwear, sportswear and home textiles. • Cording Foot and Guide – This presser foot guides decorative and fine cords of up to 2 mm thickness exactly and precisely below the coverstitch seam as they are being sewn on. -
Page 37: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Condition Cause Remedy Page Fabric does not Lengthen stitch length. feed well. Increase presser foot pressure for heavy weight fabric. Decrease presser foot pressure for light weight fabric. Needle breaks. Insert needle correctly. Tighten needle set screw. Use a larger needle on heavy fabrics. Thread breaks. -
Page 38: Fabric, Thread And Needle Chart
FABRIC, THREAD AND NEEDLE CHART Woven Fabric Thread Needle ELx705 Lawn Cotton: #100 Organdy Silk/ Rayon: #100 Light weight #80/12 Voile Spun: #80– #90 Crepe Polyester: #80– #100 Muslin Cotton: #60– #80 Seersucker Silk/ Rayon: #50 Medium weight Satin #90/14, #80/12 Spun: #60–... -
Page 39: Specification Technical Summary
SPECIFICATION Technical Summary Stitch Formations 4 stitches 1–3 needles 1 looper Needle system ELx705 Coverstitch needle gauge Two needles: 2.8 mm (narrow), 5.6 mm (wide) Triple needles: 5.6 mm Differential feed dial stretching 0.6–1 gathering 1–2 Presser foot lift 4.5 mm Sewing speed 1300 stitches/minutes Foot control... - Page 41 EN – 06/2017 – 4rd Edition 5040003.0.04 / G8P02 © BERNINA International AG Steckborn CH, www.bernina.com www.mybernette.com/yellow-shirt...