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  • Page 1 BERNINA 570 QE User Manual...
  • Page 3 Enjoy creative quilting with your new BERNINA 570 QE and find out about the variety of accessories at www.bernina.com. On our homepage you will also find a lot of inspiring sewing instructions, to be downloaded for free.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ............14 Slide-on Table ............37 BERNINA Quality Control ........14 Using the Slide-on Table ..........37 Welcome to the World of BERNINA ......14 Using the Seam Guide ..........38 Overview Machine ..........16 Presser Foot ............38 Overview Front Controls ..........
  • Page 5 Loading Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory ..79 System Settings ........... 67 Deleting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory ..80 Saving Stitch Patterns on the BERNINA USB Stick ..80 Calling Up the Tutorial ........... 67 Uploading a Stitch Pattern from the BERNINA USB Calling Up the Creative Consultant ......
  • Page 6 10.3 Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches ......120 Bobbin-Play ............100 10.4 Guiding the Quilt Work Freely ......... 121 Sewing Cross Stitches ..........101 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) ......122 Pintucks ..............101 11.1 BSR Mode 1 ............122 Pintucks ..............101 11.2 BSR Mode 2 ............
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 12.4 Important Embroidery Information ......129 Setup Program ............. 144 Upper Thread ............. 129 14.1 Adjusting the Embroidery Settings in the Setup Bobbin Thread ............129 Program ..............144 Selecting the Embroidery File Format ......130 Creative Embroidering ......... 145 Embroidery Test ............
  • Page 8 Administering Embroidery Designs ......159 Practical Stitches ............180 Saving Embroidery Designs in the Personal Memory ..159 Buttonholes ..............180 Saving the Embroidery Design on the BERNINA USB Decorative Stitches ............180 Stick ................159 Quilt Stitches ..............183 Overwriting the Embroidery Design in the Personal Memory ..............

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    Do not look directly into the LED lamp with optical instruments (e. g. magnifying glass). • If the LED lamp is damaged or defective, have the LED lamp checked or repaired at your local authorized BERNINA dealer. • Switch off the machine before working in the needle area. •...
  • Page 10 This machine is double-insulated (except for USA, Canada and Japan). Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of double-insulated products. • To lubricate the machine, only use oil recommended by BERNINA. Safety Instructions • While operating the machine, all protective inserts must be in place and all covers must be closed.
  • Page 11 Important safety instructions • Do not place any objects on the foot control. • While sewing, guide the fabric gently. Pulling and pushing the fabric can cause needle breakage. • Keep fingers away from all moving parts. • Special care is required in the needle area. •...

  • Page 12: Important Information

    • The latest version of the instruction manual can be downloaded at www.bernina.com Proper Use Your BERNINA 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 13 Designates a low-risk hazard which can lead to minor or moderate injuries if not avoided. 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 14: My Bernina

    1.3 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 15 Subtle instructions, free cutting patterns and embroidery designs as well as many new ideas: All this you can find in the weekly blog of BERNINA. Our experts give useful tips and explain step by step how you can achieve the desired result. In the community you can upload your own projects and exchange experiences and ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts.

  • Page 16: Overview Machine

    My BERNINA 1.4 Overview Machine Overview Front Controls «Quick Reverse» «Needle position Up/Down» «Thread Cutter» «Upper Multi-function Knob» «Presser Foot Up/Down» «Lower Multi-function Knob» «Start/Stop» «Needle Position Right/Left» «Pattern End»...

  • Page 17: Overview - Front

    My BERNINA Overview - Front Connection for Embroidery Module Speed Control Bobbin Cover Thread Take-up Lever Cover Connection for Accessory (Optional Accessory) Thread Take-up Lever Presser Foot Thread Cutter Needle Threader Fixing Screw Sewing Light Connection for Slide-on Table Thread Cutter...

  • Page 18: Overview - Side Panel

    My BERNINA Overview - Side Panel Connection for Foot Control Retractable Spool Pin Feed Dog Up/Down Air Vents PC-Connection Handwheel USB Port Power Switch Spool Pin Connection for Power Cable Bobbin Winding Unit Magnetic Holder for Touchscreen Pen...

  • Page 19: Overview - Back Panel

    Overview - Back Panel Air Vents Bobbin Winding Unit Connection for Slide-on Table Bobbin Winder Pretension Connection for Darning Hoop Thread Take-up Lever BERNINA Dual Feed Thread Guide Carrying Handle Thread Cutter Spool Pin BSR Connection Thread Guide Eye Feed Dog...

  • Page 20: Supplied Accessories

    Overview Accessories Machine Illustration Name Purpose Dust Cover To protect the machine from dust and contamination. BERNINA Accessories Box To store the supplied accessories as well as optional accessories. Free Hand System (FHS) To raise and lower the presser foot. Slide-On Table To increase the sewing surface.
  • Page 21 My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Touchscreen Pen For precise operation of the touch screen. Seam Ripper To undo seams and to cut buttonholes open. Height Compensating Tool To level an angled position of the presser foot sole when sliding over thick seams.

  • Page 22: Overview Presser Feet

    My BERNINA Overview Presser Feet Supplied Standard Presser Feet Illustration Number Name Purpose Example Reverse Pattern Foot For sewing different practical and decorative stitches. To sew forward and in reverse. Reverse Pattern Foot For sewing different practical and decorative stitches.

  • Page 23: Accessories Box

    My BERNINA Illustration Number Name Purpose Example #97D Patchwork Foot For patchwork and other exact work, if working with BERNINA Dual Feed. Accessories Box Drawer Foam Pad Presser Feet Buttonhole Foot with Slide Spool Pin Needle Assortment Spool Caps Holder for 5.5 mm and 9.0 mm presser feet...

  • Page 24: Overview User Interface

    My BERNINA 1.6 Overview User Interface Overview Functions/Visual Information «Upper Thread Tension» «Stitch Plate/Needle Selection» «Presser Foot Indicator/Presser Foot Selection» «Feed Dog Indicator» «Foot Pressure» «Bobbin Thread» Overview System Settings «Sewing Mode» «eco Mode» «Embroidery Mode» «Home» «Setup Program» «Help»...

  • Page 25: Overview Selection Menu Sewing

    My BERNINA Overview Selection Menu Sewing «Practical Stitches» «Buttonholes» «Decorative Stitches» «Quilt Stitches» «Alphabets» «Personal Memory» Software Operation The touch-sensitive display can be operated with the finger or stylus. Tap: Short tap of an element.. Swipe: Tap an element and swipe quickly on the display.
  • Page 26 My BERNINA Activate/Deactivate Functions Illustration Element Status Switch Function is activated. Function is deactivated. Icon Function is deactivated. Function is activated. Adjust Values Illustration Name Purpose Slider Control Set the value with the slider control. Reset the value to the default value by tapping the small bullet.

  • Page 27: Needle, Thread, Fabric

    My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose «Deleting» Delete the last character. «Lower Case Show the available letters in lower case letters. Characters» «Upper Case Show the available letters in upper case letters. Characters» «Numbers and Show the available numbers and mathematical Mathematical characters.
  • Page 28 My BERNINA Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Stretch Needle With a medium For knitwear (jersey, tricot, knit and ball point. stretch material). 130/705 H-S For general sewing, sewing on buttons 75/11 – 90/14 and buttonholes, zippers, hems and topstitching, decorative sewing, embroidery.
  • Page 29 My BERNINA Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Embroidery With a light ball For woven fabrics (light, medium, point and a heavy-weight), knitwear. For Needle particularly wide voluminous and woolen threads. 130/705 H-E eye and wide For general sewing, sewing on buttons groove.

  • Page 30: Example For Needle Description

    My BERNINA Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Stretch Twin Needle distance: For visible hems in stretch fabrics, 2.5/4.0 pintucks, decorative sewing. Needle 130/705 H-S ZWI Hemstitch Twin Needle distance: For special effects with hemstitch embroidery. Needle 130/705 H ZWIHO Universal Triple Needle distance: For visible hems in stretch fabrics, decorative sewing.

  • Page 31: Needle/Thread Combination

    My BERNINA Needle/Thread Combination The needle/thread combination is correct, when the thread fits perfectly into the long groove and goes easily through the needle eye. The thread can be optimally sewn. The thread can break and skipped stitches can occur when there is too much clearance in the long groove and the needle eye.

  • Page 32: Sewing Preparation

    Sewing Preparation 2.1 Before Using the Machine for the First Time BERNINA recommends lubricating the hook before using the machine for the first time or after a longer period of non-use. (see page 164) By oiling the hook, the occurrence of unwanted noises in the hook area can be avoided.

  • Page 33: Connection And Switching On

    Authorized BERNINA dealer. The power cable for the USA and Canada has a polarized power plug (one contact is wider than the other).

  • Page 34: Attaching The Knee Lifter Of The Free Hand System

    > Insert the power plug of the power cable into the socket. Attaching the Knee Lifter of the Free Hand System The lateral position of the lever can be adjusted by your local BERNINA Dealer required. > Insert the knee lifter into the opening at the front side of the machine.

  • Page 35: Foot Control

    Sewing Preparation 2.4 Foot Control 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 36: Horizontal Spool Pin

    Sewing Preparation > To raise the spool pin, push the spool pin down and release it. > To lock the spool pin, turn the spool pin anti-clockwise as far as it will go. > To release the lock, turn the spool pin clockwise as far as it will go. >...

  • Page 37: Feed Dog

    Sewing Preparation > Position the appropriate spool cap on the spool pin so that there is no space between the spool cap and the thread spool. Using the Spool Net The spool net holds the thread on the thread spool and prevents the thread from knotting and breaking. >...

  • Page 38: Using The Seam Guide

    Sewing Preparation > Push the Slide-on Freearm Extension Table from the left to the right over the freearm until it engages. > To remove the Slide-on Freearm Extension Table, press the button at the table down and pull the slide-on table over the free arm to the left.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Presser Foot Position Via The Button "Presser Foot Up/Down

    Sewing Preparation Adjusting the Presser Foot Position via the Button «Presser Foot Up/Down» > To raise the presser foot, push the button «Presser Foot Up/Down». > To lower the presser foot, push the button «Presser Foot Up/Down» again. Changing the Presser Foot >...

  • Page 40: Setting The Presser Foot Pressure

    Sewing Preparation > Select the attached presser foot. – When the selected presser foot is suitable, sewing can start. – If the selected presser foot is not suitable for the selected stitch pattern, it can still be selected but the machine is automatically prevented from starting.

  • Page 41: Selecting The Needle In The User Interface

    Sewing Preparation Selecting the Needle in the User Interface After changing the needle, you can check whether this can be used with the selected stitch plate. > Tap «Stitch Plate/Needle Selection». > Select the fitted needle. – If the selected needle is suitable in combination with the selected presser foot, sewing can be started. If the selected needle does not correspond with the selected presser foot, there will be an error message when switching on the machine, and the machine will not start.

  • Page 42: Needle Stop Up/Down (Permanent)

    Sewing Preparation > To position the needle position to the right, push the button«Needle Position Right» (2). Needle Stop Up/Down (permanent) > To set the needle stop position permanently, tap «Needle Stop Up/Down». – The machine stops with needle position down as soon as the foot control is released or the button «Start/Stop»...

  • Page 43: Selecting The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Sewing Preparation > Place the openings of the new stitch plate above the corresponding guide pins and press down until it clicks into place. Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface After changing the stitch plate, you can check whether it can be used with the selected needle. >...
  • Page 44 Sewing Preparation > Insert the thread in the thread take-up lever (4). > Guide the thread downwards again (5). > Only release the thread now. > Switch the machine off. Threading the Needle > Guide the thread through the guides (6/7) above the presser foot.
  • Page 45 Sewing Preparation > Push the semi-automatic needle-threading lever (8) halfway down and pull the thread behind the grey needle-threading finger/hook to the left (9). > Guide the thread from the left to the right in front of the gray needle-threading finger/hook (11). >...

  • Page 46: Threading The Twin Needle

    Sewing Preparation > Pull the thread below the presser foot and through to the thread cutter (15), and cut it. Threading the Twin Needle Prerequisite: • The twin needle is inserted. > Guide the first thread in direction of the arrow on the right side of the tension disc (1). >...

  • Page 47: Winding The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing Preparation > Fit the filled bobbin. > Attach the appropriate spool cap. > Attach the thread spool in the opposite direction to the bobbin. > Thread the 3 threads up to the upper thread guide. > Guide 2 threads (vertical spool pin) past the thread tension disc (1) on the left and up to the thread guide above the needle.

  • Page 48: Threading The Bobbin Thread

    Sewing Preparation > Push the engaging lever (5) towards the bobbin. – The machine winds and the display to wind the bobbin appears. > Adjust the winding speed. > To stop the winding process, the engaging lever must be pushed to the right. >...
  • Page 49 Sewing Preparation > Insert the new bobbin so that the silvery sensor surface is facing the back of the bobbin case. > Pull the thread into the slot (2) from the left. > Pull the thread to the right under the spring (3), then pass it below the two thread guides (4) and pull it upwards.

  • Page 50: Indicating Fill Level Of Bobbin Thread

    Sewing Preparation > To insert the bobbin case into the machine, hold it so that the thread guide (5) points upwards. > Insert the bobbin case. > Press onto the center of the bobbin case until it engages. > Pull the thread through the thread cutter (6) and cut. >...

  • Page 51: Setup Program

    Setup Program Setup Program 3.1 Sewing Settings Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension Changes to the upper thread tension in the Setup Program affect all of the stitch patterns. The setting in the setup is retained after the machine is switched off. >...

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Hovering Height Of The Presser Foot

    Setup Program > Tap «Sewing Settings». > Switch «Securing Stitches at the Start of the Pattern» on or off. Adjusting the Hovering Height of the Presser Foot The hovering height of the presser foot can be adjusted according to the fabric thickness from 0 to maximal 7 mm.

  • Page 53: Programming The Button "Thread Cutter

    Setup Program > To activate the automatic securing, tap «Securing Stitches». > To deactivate the automatic securing, tap «Securing Stitches» again. > To program subsequent securing stitches, tap «Securing Stitches in Close Succession». > To program the number of subsequent securing stitches, tap «Plus» or «Minus». >...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Presser Foot Position With Needle Stop Down

    Setup Program Adjusting the Presser Foot Position with Needle Stop Down With the needle lowered, 3 different presser foot positions can be selected: Presser foot lowered, presser foot raised to hovering position and presser foot raised to maximum height. > Tap «Home». >...

  • Page 55: Programming The Foot Control

    Setup Program Programming the Foot Control If «Needle Up/Down» is activated, the needle is raised or lowered with the back-kick on the foot control. Alternatively, the presser foot can be positioned, the thread can be cut and the automatic securing can be programmed.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Maximum Embroidering Speed

    As the default setting, opened embroidery designs are always displayed in the center of the hoop. You can use the switch «Restore saved embroidery design position» to set that embroidery designs are opened at the position in the hoop at which they had been saved in the BERNINA stitch software. > Tap «Home».

  • Page 57: Calibrating The Embroidery Hoop

    Setup Program > To open the embroidery design in the center of the hoop, set the switch «Restore saved embroidery design position» to «0». Calibrating the Embroidery Hoop The calibration of the embroidery hoop is the coordination of the needle to the center of the embroidery hoop.

  • Page 58: Activating/Deactivating The Function Thread Away

    Embroidery designs are programmed with or without securing stitches. If the embroidery design has programmed securing stitches, they will be embroidered. If embroidery designs are programmed with securing stitches, the securing stitches can be removed using the BERNINA Embroidery Software. > Tap «Home».

  • Page 59: Adjusting The Thread Cut

    Setup Program > Turn off the switch in the lower section to deactivate the securing stitches at the end. – If the embroidery design doesn't have any programmed securing stitches, none are embroidered. > Turn on the switch in the lower section to activate the securing stitches at the end. –...

  • Page 60: Changing The Measuring Unit

    Setup Program > Tap the switch in the middle section of the display (2) again and the machine won't stop for a manual thread cut. > To adjust the length from where the connecting stitches are cut, tap «Minus» or «Plus» (3). Changing the Measuring Unit The unit of measurement in the embroidery mode can be changed from mm to inches.

  • Page 61: Activating The Bobbin Thread Indicator

    Setup Program > Tap «Setup Program». > Tap «Monitoring Functions». > Tap the switch in the upper section of the display to deactivate the upper thread indicator. > Tap the switch again to activate the upper thread indicator. Activating the Bobbin Thread Indicator >...

  • Page 62: Machine Settings

    Setup Program > To switch off the sound for selecting functions, tap the corresponding «Switching Sounds On/Off» in area (3). > To switch on the sound for selecting functions, tap the corresponding in area (3) «1 – 4». > To deactivate the sound of the beeper when using the BSR Modes, tap «Switching Sounds On/Off» in the sector (4).

  • Page 63: Reviewing The Total Number Of Stitches

    > Tap «Machine Settings». > Tap «Information». > Tap «Firmware and hardware information». Registering Details of the Dealer The contact details for your specialized BERNINA dealer can be entered. > Tap «Home». > Tap «Setup Program». > Tap «Machine Settings».

  • Page 64: Saving Service Data

    > To enter the address of the specialized BERNINA dealer, tap «Address». > To enter the telephone number of the specialized BERNINA dealer, tap «Phone Number». > To enter the website or e-mail address of the specialized BERNINA dealer, tap «E-mail address». Saving Service Data The service data regarding the current status of the machine can be saved on a USB stick and consequently provided to the specialized BERNINA dealer.

  • Page 65: Deleting User Data

    Deleting Designs on the BERNINA USB Stick When designs which won't be needed anymore are saved on the BERNINA USB Stick, the stick can be connected to the machine and the data can be deleted. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine.

  • Page 66: Calibrating The Buttonhole Foot #3A

    Setup Program Calibrating the Buttonhole Foot #3A The Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A is calibrated to the machine and they should only be used both together. Prerequisite: • The Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A is fitted. • The needle is not threaded. > Tap «Home». >...

  • Page 67: System Settings

    System Settings System Settings 4.1 Calling Up the Tutorial The Tutorial gives information and explanations, covering various aspects of sewing, embroidering, and the different stitches. > Tap «Home». > Tap «Tutorial». > Select the desired topic in order to view information. 4.2 Calling Up the Creative Consultant The Creative Consultant informs you about decision support for sewing projects.

  • Page 68: Creative Sewing

    > To select the stitch pattern via the stitch number entry, tap «Stitch Pattern Selection via Number». 5.2 BERNINA Dual Feed The BERNINA 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. Striped and checkered patterns can be matched perfectly by even feeding.

  • Page 69: Regulating The Speed

    The default setting of the upper thread tension is set automatically as soon as a stitch pattern or an embroidery design is selected. The upper thread tension is set optimally at the BERNINA factory and the machine has been tested. Metrosene/Seralon thread size 100/2 (Mettler, Switzerland) is used for the upper and bobbin thread.

  • Page 70: Editing Stitch Patterns

    Creative Sewing 5.5 Editing Stitch Patterns Changing the Stitch Width > Turn the «Upper Multi-function Knob» to the left to narrow the stitch width. > Turn the «Upper Multi-function Knob» to the right to widen the stitch width. > To call up further setting options, tap the icon «Stitch width» (1). Changing the Stitch Length >...

  • Page 71: Programming Pattern Repeat

    Creative Sewing > Tap «Balance». – A preview of the stitch pattern is displayed. > To correct the longitudinal direction of the stitch pattern, turn the «Lower Multi-function Knob» until the preview of the stitch pattern matches the stitch pattern sewn on the fabric. >...

  • Page 72: Programming The Stitch Counter Function

    Creative Sewing > Tap «i-Dialog». > Tap «Edit Stitch Pattern Length». > Adjust the stitch pattern length. Programming the Stitch Counter Function The Stitch Counter function cannot be set for all stitch patterns. If, for example, the Honeycomb Stitch No. 8 is selected, the stitch counter function cannot be used. >...

  • Page 73: Backstepping

    Creating Stitch Pattern Combinations In the Combi Mode stitch patterns and alphabets can be combined according to your wish. By combining any alphabet letters, the logo BERNINA can be created. > Tap «Combination Mode/Single Mode». > Select the desired stitch patterns.

  • Page 74: Saving A Stitch Pattern Combination

    Creative Sewing Saving a stitch pattern combination To use an individually created stitch pattern combinations again, they can be saved in the folder «Personal Memory». Prerequisite: • A stitch pattern combination has been created. > Tap «Personal Memory». > Tap «Save Stitch Pattern». >...

  • Page 75: Editing A Single Stitch Pattern

    Creative Sewing Editing a Single Stitch Pattern Prerequisite: • A stitch pattern combination has been created. > To select a single stitch pattern, tap the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination. > To edit the single stitch pattern, tap «i-Dialog». Deleting a Single Stitch Pattern Prerequisite: •...

  • Page 76: Adapting The Stitch Pattern Length And Stitch Pattern Width

    Creative Sewing > To select a single stitch pattern, tap the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination. > Select a new stitch pattern. Adapting the Stitch Pattern length and Stitch Pattern Width The length and width of the individual stitch patterns in a stitch pattern combination can be adapted to the longest and widest stitch patterns in the combination.

  • Page 77: Mirroring A Stitch Pattern Combination

    Creative Sewing > Tap «Adjust Width within the Combination» (4). – The widths of all of the stitch patterns are adapted to the width of the widest stitch pattern in the combination. Furthermore, the length and width of the stitch pattern combination are increased or decreased proportionally.

  • Page 78: Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 2

    Creative Sewing Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 2 A stitch pattern combination can be interrupted at different positions. The interruption is inserted below the cursor. Prerequisite: • A stitch pattern combination has been created. > Select the desired position within the stitch pattern combination where the stitch pattern combination is to be interrupted.

  • Page 79: Administering Stitch Patterns

    Creative Sewing 5.7 Administering Stitch Patterns Saving Settings of Stitch Patterns > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. > Tap «i-Dialog». > Edit the stitch, alphabet or buttonhole. > To save all alterations permanently, tap «Saving Settings of Stitch Patterns». >...

  • Page 80: Deleting Stitch Patterns From The Personal Memory

    > To delete the stitch pattern, tap «Confirm». Saving Stitch Patterns on the BERNINA USB Stick On the BERNINA USB stick stitch patterns, also those which have been individually edited, can be saved. > Select a stitch pattern or alphabet.

  • Page 81: Deleting Stitch Patterns From The Bernina Usb Stick

    Deleting Stitch Patterns from the BERNINA USB Stick > Tap «Personal Memory». > Tap «Deleting». > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Select the stitch pattern which is to be deleted. > Tap «Confirm».

  • Page 82: Sewing Corners

    Creative Sewing > Place 1 – 3 compensating plates as required from the front of the presser foot close to the needle to level the fabric layer. – The presser foot is leveled with the sewing project. > Sew until the complete presser foot has passed the thick seam. >...

  • Page 83: Practical Stitches

    Practical Stitches Practical Stitches 6.1 Overview Practical Stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Straight Stitch To join seams, for topstitching and basting. Zigzag To finish edges, to sew elastic seams, to sew on lace inserts and elastics. Vari-Overlock For finishing edges, sewing together and simultaneously finishing elastic fabrics.
  • Page 84 Practical Stitches Gathering Stitch For gathering with rubber threads and for flat joining seams on medium- weight fabrics. Stretch Overlock For simultaneously sewing together and finishing elastic fabrics, as well as for flat joining seams. Tricot Stitch For visible hems and seams in lingerie and sweaters and for mending tricot fabric.

  • Page 85: Sewing Straight Stitch

    Practical Stitches Small Fly Stitch For reinforcing pocket openings, zippers and slits in fine to medium-weight fabrics. Narrow Blind Stitch For blind hems and shell edging in light, fine and soft fabrics. Manual Basting Stitch For work where a very long stitch length is required.

  • Page 86: Securing With The Automatic Securing Program

    Practical Stitches > Tap «Practical Stitches». > Select Straight Stitch No. 1. 6.3 Securing with the Automatic Securing Program Due to a determined number of 6 stitches sewn forwards and 6 stitches sewn in reverse, the securing is regular. Prerequisite: • The Reverse Pattern Foot #1C is fitted. >...

  • Page 87: Sewing Both Sides Of The Zipper From Bottom To Top

    Practical Stitches > Fit the Reverse Pattern Foot #1C. > Tap «Practical Stitches». > Select Straight Stitch No. 1. > Sew the seam up to where the zipper starts. > Sew the securing stitches. > Close the zipper length with long stitches. > Finish the seam allowances. >...

  • Page 88: Sewing Triple Straight Stitch

    Practical Stitches > Use the Free Hand System to raise the presser foot and to position the sewing project. > Start sewing in the center of the seam at the end of the zipper. > Sew diagonally along the edge of the zipper coils. >...

  • Page 89: Sewing Triple Zigzag

    Practical Stitches 6.7 Sewing Triple Zigzag In firm fabrics, particularly for denim fabrics, deckchair covers, awnings. Hems on items that are frequently washed. Finish the seam edges first. > Fit the Reverse Pattern Foot #1C/1D. > Tap «Practical Stitches». > Select Triple Zig zag No. 7. 6.8 Manual Darning Used for darning holes or worn areas in all fabric types.
  • Page 90 Practical Stitches > Move in curves when changing the direction to avoid holes and thread breakage. > Work the edges in irregular lengths so that the thread is better spread over the fabric. > Sew the first rows not too close together and beyond the worn area. >...

  • Page 91: Automatic Darning

    Practical Stitches > Sew another loose row. 6.9 Automatic Darning The Simple Darning Program No. 22 is particularly suitable for quick darning of worn areas or tears. It is recommended to use fine material as a backing for the worn and damaged areas or to stick an adhesive interlining.

  • Page 92: Reinforced Darning, Automatic

    Practical Stitches 6.10 Reinforced Darning, Automatic The Reinforced Darming Program No. 23 is particularly suitable for quick darning of worn areas or tears. The Reinforced Darming Program No. 23 replaces the longitudinal threads in all fabrics. If the Darning Program does not cover the whole worn or damaged area, it is recommended to reposition the work and the sew the Darning Program again.

  • Page 93: Finishing Edges

    Practical Stitches The Darning Stitch No. 34 is particularly suitable for damaged areas on heavy or strong fabrics, e. g. jeans and work clothes. > Fit the Reverse Pattern Foot #1C. > Tap «Practical Stitches». > Select Darning Stitch No. 34. > Sew the first row. Start at the top left. >...

  • Page 94: Sewing Double Overlock

    Practical Stitches 6.13 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 95: Edgestitching Using The Seam Guide

    Practical Stitches > Select the needle position at the desired distance to the edge. 6.16 Edgestitching Using the Seam Guide When sewing parallel wider lines, it is recommended to guide the seam guide (optional accessory) along a sewn line. > Fit the Reverse Pattern Foot #1C. >...

  • Page 96: Sewing Blind Hems

    Practical Stitches > Select the needle position to the far right in order to sew along the upper edge. 6.18 Sewing Blind Hems For invisible hems in medium to heavy weight cotton, wool and blended materials. Prerequisite: • The fabric edges are finished. >...

  • Page 97: Sewing Visible Hems

    Practical Stitches > After sewing about 10 cm, check both sides of the fabric and adjust the width again if necessary. 6.19 Sewing Visible Hems The visible hem is particularly suitable for elastic seams in tricot made of cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fibers.

  • Page 98: Sewing Flat Joining Seams

    Practical Stitches 6.20 Sewing Flat Joining Seams The flat joining seam is especially suitable for long-pile or thick materials such as terrycloth, felt or leather. > Fit the Reverse Pattern Foot #1C. > Tap «Practical Stitches». > Select Stretch Overlock No. 13. > Overlap the fabric edges. >...

  • Page 99: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches Decorative Stitches 7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches Easier or more difficult decorative stitches come into their own depending on the type of fabric. • Decorative stitches which are programmed with single straight stitches are particularly appropriate for lightweight materials, e. g. Decorative Stitch No. 101 •...

  • Page 100: Bobbin-Play

    Decorative Stitches 7.2 Bobbin-Play The bobbin can be filled with different thread material. For free-motion stitching to add texture. This method is similar to "normal" free-motion sewing, but is done on the wrong side of the fabric. Reinforce the area to be sewn with embroidery stabilizer. The design can be drawn on the wrong side of the fabric.

  • Page 101: Sewing Cross Stitches

    Decorative Stitches 7.3 Sewing Cross Stitches Cross stitch embroidery is a traditional technique and an addition to the other decorative stitches. If the cross stitches are sewn on fabrics with a linen structure, they look as if they were hand-stitched. When cross stitches are sewn with embroidery yarn, the stitch pattern appears fuller.

  • Page 102: Overview Pintuck Feet

    Decorative Stitches Overview Pintuck Feet Pintuck Foot Number Description # 30 (optional accessory) 3 grooves For heavy-weight fabrics. In combination with the 4 mm twin needle # 31 (optional accessory) 5 grooves For heavy to medium-weight fabrics. In combination with the 3 mm twin needle # 32 (optional accessory) 7 grooves...

  • Page 103: Working With Cord

    Decorative Stitches Working with Cord The pintucks look more distinctive and relief-like when they are sewn with a supplementary cord. Choose a cord that fits well into the grooves of the respective foot. The cord must be colorfast and shrink-proof. >...

  • Page 104: Sewing Pintucks

    Decorative Stitches Sewing Pintucks > Insert the corresponding twin needle. > Threading the double needle. > Thread-up command. > Sewing the first pintuck. > Place the first pintuck in one of the side grooves in the presser foot. > Sew additional pintucks parallel.

  • Page 105: Alphabets

    Alphabets Alphabets 8.1 Overview Alphabet Block- outline, script, quilt and comic writing, as well as Cyrillic and Cyrillic script can be sewn in two different sizes. Block- outline, script, quilt and comic writing, as well as Cyrillic and Cyrillic script can also be sewn in small letters.

  • Page 106: Alter Font Size

    Alphabets > Tap «Alphabets». > Select the font. > To create a combination, tap «Combination Mode/Single Mode». > To open the extended Enter Mode, tap «Increasing/Decreasing the Display Size» (1). > Select the letters. > To use upper-case letters, tap «Upper Case Characters» (standard setting). >...

  • Page 107: Buttonholes

    To be able to create the right buttonhole for every button, every purpose and also for every garment, the BERNINA 570 QE comes with an extensive collection of buttonholes. The corresponding button can be sewn on automatically. Eyelets can also be sewn.

  • Page 108: Making Use Of The Height Compensation Tool

    Buttonholes Button Sew-on Program Sews buttons with 2 or 4 holes. Eyelet with Small Zigzag Openings for cords or narrow ribbons and for decorative work. Eyelet with Straight Stitch Openings for cords or narrow ribbons and for decorative work. Heirloom Buttonhole For handlook stitching effects on clothes and handicrafts on light to medium- weight fabrics.

  • Page 109: Marking Buttonholes

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

  • Page 110: Cord

    Buttonholes > For keyhole and round buttonholes mark the lenght of the bead with chalk or a water-soluble pen on the fabric. For any subsequent buttonholes mark the starting point. The length of the keyhole is sewn additionally. 9.5 Cord Using Cord with the Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A The additional cord reinforces and embellishes the buttonhole and is particularly suitable for the Buttonhole No. 51.

  • Page 111: Using Cord With The Buttonhole Foot #3C

    Buttonholes > Pull the cord ends into the slits. > Lower the Buttonhole Foot with Slide. > Sew the buttonhole in the usual manner. > Pull the cord loop until the loop disappears in the bartack. > Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric (using a hand sewing needle) and knot or secure them with stitches.

  • Page 112: Sewing A Test Sample

    Buttonholes > Lower the Buttonhole Foot. > Sew the buttonhole in the usual manner. > Pull the cord loop until the loop disappears in the bartack. > Pull the cord ends with the sewing needle to the back and knot or secure them. 9.6 Sewing a Test Sample Always sew a test sample of the buttonhole on the same fabric: It is recommended to use the same stabilizer and to select the same buttonhole.

  • Page 113: Determining The Buttonhole Length With The Buttonhole Foot With Slide #3A

    Buttonholes > Tap «Buttonhole Slit Width». > To adjust the desired width of the buttonhole slit, turn the Upper Multi-function Knob or the «Lower Multi-function Knob». 9.8 Determining the Buttonhole Length with the Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A The button can be centered in the yellow circle on the display. By turning the «Upper/Lower Multifunction knobs»...

  • Page 114: Sewing A Buttonhole Automatically

    Buttonholes 9.10 Sewing a Buttonhole Automatically When the Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A is used, the length of the buttonhole is measured automatically by the lens on the presser foot. The buttonhole will be exactly duplicated and the machine switches to the next step automatically when the maximum length is reached.

  • Page 115: Programming The Heirloom Buttonhole

    Buttonholes 9.11 Programming the Heirloom Buttonhole Prerequisite: • The Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A is fitted. > Tap «Buttonholes». > Select Heirloom Buttonhole No. 63. > Sew the desired length of the buttonhole. > To program the length, push the button «Quick Reverse». –...

  • Page 116: Sewing The Manual 5-Step Buttonhole With The Buttonhole Foot #3C

    Buttonholes > Step 6 appears by tapping «Scroll Down». – The machine sews the lower bartack and stops automatically. > Step 7 appears by tapping «Scroll Down». – The machine secures and stops automatically. 9.13 Sewing the Manual 5-step Buttonhole with the Buttonhole Foot #3C The length of the buttonhole is determined manually when sewing.

  • Page 117: Cutting The Buttonhole Open With The Seam Ripper

    Buttonholes 9.14 Cutting the Buttonhole Open with the Seam Ripper > Place a pin in each end of the buttonhole to avoid accidental cutting into ends of buttonhole. > Cut the buttonhole from both ends to the middle. 9.15 Cutting Open Buttonholes with the Buttonhole Cutter (Optional Accessory) >...

  • Page 118: Sewing Eyelets

    Buttonholes Adjusting the Thread Shank For buttons on thicker fabrics, increase the thread shank = the distance between the button and the fabric. Buttons sewn on thin fabrics or buttons for decorative purposes only are stitched without a «thread shank». NOTICE! The adjustment of the thread shank is only possible when using the Button Sew-On Foot #18.

  • Page 119: Quilting

    Quilting 10 Quilting 10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description Pattern Number No. 1301 Quilting, Securing To secure at the sewing start and sewing end Program with short stitches forward. No. 1302 Quilting, Straight stitch For machine quilting using a straight stitch with a 3 mm stitch length.

  • Page 120: Quilting, Securing Program

    Quilting Stitch Stitch Name Description Pattern Number No. 1331 Stippling Stitch/ For imitations of stippling stitch. Stippling Quilt Stitch No. 1332 – Feather Stitch For quilting, crazy patchwork, embellishing  No. 1338 and finishing. 10.2 Quilting, Securing Program Prerequisite: • The Reverse Pattern Foot #1C is fitted. >...

  • Page 121: Guiding The Quilt Work Freely

    Quilting 10.4 Guiding the Quilt Work Freely Freehand quilting and darning use the same principle of free movement. 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.

  • Page 122: Bernina Stitch Regulator (Bsr)

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) 11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) The BERNINA Stitch regulator equalizes the stitch length which results of the free movement of the fabric while free-motion sewing - a sewing technique which grows more and more popular. When free-motion sewing with the BSR presser foot, every stitch is equally long and the stitch formation is perfectly regular.

  • Page 123: Changing The Presser Foot

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) > Insert the plug for the cable vertically into the BSR connection (1) until you feel it click into place. > Switch the machine on. – The BSR display opens and the BSR 1 mode is activated.

  • Page 124: Securing Stitches

    BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) Prerequisite: • The slide-on table has been fitted. • The knee lifter is attached. > Lower the feed dog. > Select the desired BSR Mode. > To lower the presser foot, push the button «Start/Stop» or press the foot control.
  • Page 125 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) > Tap «i-Dialog». > Tap «Securing Stitches». > Press the foot control or push the button «Start/Stop». By moving the fabric some short securing stitches are sewn, then the programmed stitch length is activated and the securing function is deactivated automatically.

  • Page 126: My Bernina Embroidery

    My BERNINA Embroidery 12 My BERNINA Embroidery 12.1 Overview Embroidery Module Release Lever/Carrying Handle Guide Rails for the Machine Embroidery Arm Connection to the Machine Coupling for Securing the Hoop 12.2 Supplied Accessories Embroidery Module Overview Accessory Embroidery Module Illustration...
  • Page 127 My BERNINA Embroidery Illustration Name Purpose Large Oval Embroidery Hoop To embroider large embroidery designs or design combinations up to 145 x 255 mm (5.70 x 10.04 in). Template for precise fabric positioning included. Medium Embroidery Hoop To embroider medium-sized embroidery designs up to 100 x 130 mm (3.94 ×...

  • Page 128: Overview User Interface

    My BERNINA Embroidery 12.3 Overview User Interface Overview Functions/Visual Information «Upper Thread Tension» «Stitch Plate/Needle Selection» «Presser Foot Indicator/Presser Foot Selection» «Feed Dog Indicator» «Hoop Indicator/Select Hoop» «Bobbin Thread» Overview System Settings «Sewing Mode» «eco Mode» «Embroidery Mode» «Home» «Setup Program»...

  • Page 129: Important Embroidery Information

    My BERNINA Embroidery 12.4 Important Embroidery Information Upper Thread A good quality thread (name-brand manufacturer) is essential for embroidery so that the embroidery is not affected negatively because of poor thread or thread breakage. Embroidery is particularly effective if you use 40wt glossy rayon or polyester embroidery threads as upper threads.

  • Page 130: Selecting The Embroidery File Format

    Selecting the Embroidery File Format In order that embroidery designs can be read by the BERNINA Embroidery machine, they have to be created by the BERNINA Embroidery Software and exported as .EXP file. Besides the actual embroidery file, a .BMP file and an .INF file are generated additionally.

  • Page 131: Satin Or Leaf Stich

    My BERNINA Embroidery Satin or Leaf Stich The needle moves left to right and vice versa. The result is a very dense, covering zig zag stitching to fill the shape. Satin stitching fills are ideal for narrow and small shapes. Satin stitching is, however, not suitable for larger areas, since wide stitches are too loose and do not cover the fabric properly.

  • Page 132: Connecting Stitches

    My BERNINA Embroidery Connecting Stitches Long stitches which are used to get from one part of the motif to the next. Before and after the connecting stitch securing stitches are sewn. Connecting stitches are trimmed.

  • Page 133: Embroidering Preparation

    Embroidering Preparation 13 Embroidering Preparation 13.1 Attaching the Embroidery Module Prerequisite: • Extension table must not be fitted. > Make sure that the module and the machine are placed on a stable, even surface. > Ensure that the embroidery arm can move freely. >...

  • Page 134: Preparing The Machine

    All the embroidery designs can be found at the end of this instruction manual. In addition to that, embroidery designs can be loaded from the personal memory or from the BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory). > Tap «Home».

  • Page 135: Selecting The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Embroidering Preparation > Remove the presser foot (2). > Insert the embroidery foot from below into the bracket. > Press the clamping lever down. Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface After having fitted the appropriate embroidery foot (Embroidery Foot #26, supplied accessory) it can be selected and saved on the machine.

  • Page 136: Needle And Stitch Plate

    Embroidering Preparation 13.5 Needle and Stitch Plate Inserting the Embroidery Needle Embroidery needles of the type 130/705 H-SUK provide a larger eye and are slightly rounded. This avoids thread abrasion when using Rayon- and cotton embroidery thread. Depending on the embroidery thread use a size No. 70-SUK to No. 90-SUK needle.

  • Page 137: Adjusting The Needle Position Up/Down

    Embroidering Preparation > Tap «Needle Information». > Select the needle type (1) of the fitted needle. > Select the needle type (2) of the fitted needle. Adjusting the Needle Position Up/Down > To bring the thread up, push the button «Needle position Up/Down». –...

  • Page 138: Selecting The Stitch Plate In The User Interface

    Embroidering Preparation Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface After changing the stitch plate, you can check whether it can be used with the selected needle. > Tap «Stitch Plate/Needle Selection». > Select Straight and CutWork Stitch Plate. Thread-up Command The machine must be ready for embroidery to bring up the bobbin thread.

  • Page 139: Tear-Away Stabilizers

    Embroidering Preparation > Tap «Hoop Indicator/Select Hoop». – The machine selects the optimal embroidery hoop according to the size of the embroidery design automatically. If the preset embroidery hoop is not available, another desired embroidery hoop can be selected. When an embroidery hoop is attached which does not correspond with the selected one, the attached hoop is considered active and the embroidery design area is displayed accordingly.

  • Page 140: Using Water-Soluble Stabilizer

    > Make sure that the arrows marks of both hoops match. > Attach the template holder. > Place the template in the inner hoop, so the BERNINA logo is at the front edge at the arrow mark until it clicks into place.

  • Page 141: Attaching The Hoop

    Embroidering Preparation > Place the material and the inner hoop on the outer hoop, so that the arrow markings of both hoops are aligned. > Fit the hoops into each other so that the material does not move. > Hoop the fabric tautly in the embroidery hoop. >...

  • Page 142: Overview Embroidery Functions

    Embroidering Preparation Overview Embroidery Functions «Centering the Needle to the Embroidery «Grid On/Off» Hoop» «Move Hoop to the Back» «Center of Embroidery Design» «Move Hoop to the Left» «Virtual Positioning» (becomes visible by scrolling) Centering the Needle to the Embroidery Hoop Relocating the embroidery hoop facilitates threading when the needle is close to the embroidery hoop.

  • Page 143: Grid On/Off

    Embroidering Preparation > Tap «Move Hoop to the Left». > Tap «Home». > Tap «Sewing Mode». Grid On/Off When the center of the hoop and the grid are displayed, the embroidery design can be positioned more exactly. > Tap «Hoop Indicator/Select Hoop». >...

  • Page 144: Setup Program

    Setup Program 14 Setup Program 14.1 Adjusting the Embroidery Settings in the Setup Program Further information about this topic (see page 55).

  • Page 145: Creative Embroidering

    Creative Embroidering 15 Creative Embroidering 15.1 Overview Embroidering Embroidery Time/Embroidery Design Size «i-Dialog» Scaling Up, Downsizing and Moving the Embroidery design Layers Embroidery Design View Area to be Embroidered 15.2 Selecting and Changing the Embroidery Design > Tap «Selection». > Tap «Loading the Embroidery Design». >...

  • Page 146: Editing The Embroidery Design

    Creative Embroidering 15.5 Editing the Embroidery Design Overview Editing Embroidery Design > To edit an embroidery design, select the embroidery design. > Tap «i-Dialog». «Zoom Out» «Mirror Image Left/Right» «Zoom In» «Mirror Image Up/Down» «Move View» «Duplicating» «Relocating a Stitch Pattern» «Deleting»...

  • Page 147: Moving The Embroidery Design View

    Creative Embroidering Moving the Embroidery Design View The view of the embroidery design can be moved. In addition to that, the view can be adjusted with or without changing the embroidery position. > Select the embroidery design. > To activate «Move View», tap «Zoom In». –...

  • Page 148: Rotating The Embroidery Design

    Creative Embroidering Rotating the Embroidery Design > Select the embroidery design. > Tap «i-Dialog». > Tap «Rotating the Embroidery Design». > Turn the «Upper Multi-function Knob» or the «Lower Multi-function Knob» to the right to rotate the embroidery design clockwise. >...

  • Page 149: Mirroring Embroidery Designs

    Creative Embroidering > Select the embroidery design. > Tap «i-Dialog». > Tap «Change Design Size». > If «Retain Proportions» is outlined in white, tap «Retain Proportions». – «Retain Proportions» is not outlined in white. > To make the embroidery design wider, turn the «Upper Multi-function Knob» clockwise. >...

  • Page 150: Altering The Stitch Density

    Creative Embroidering > Tap «Alter Stitch Type/Stitch Density». > Touch the switch in the upper section of the display (1) to change the satin stitch to the step stitch. > Set and confirm the stitch length 2. Altering the Stitch Density If the satin stitches are embroidered too densely, the stitch density can be adjusted.

  • Page 151: Duplicating The Embroidery Design

    Creative Embroidering > Tap «Check Embroidery Design Size». check – The embroidery hoop travels all the way until the needle is at the position as it is indicated in the display. > To select the desired corner of the embroidery design, tap the respective arrow. –...

  • Page 152: Combining Embroidery Designs

    Creative Embroidering 15.6 Combining Embroidery Designs Combining Embroidery Designs In the Combi-mode several embroidery designs can be combined. > Select the embroidery design. > Tap «Adding an Embroidery Design». > Select another embroidery design. Deleting a Single Embroidery Design Prerequisite: •...

  • Page 153: Creating Lettering

    Creative Embroidering > Select the combination (1). > Tap «i-Dialog». > Tap «Duplicating». – The combination is duplicated (2). 15.7 Creating Lettering Overview Embroidery Alphabets Embroidery Design Name Swiss Block Anniversary Quilt Block Childs Play Russian Textbook Curly Rounded Sans...

  • Page 154: Creating Lettering

    Creative Embroidering Creating Lettering Entry Field «Numbers and Mathematical Characters» «Deleting» «Special Characters» «Upper Case Characters» «Cancel» «Lower Case Characters» «Confirm» A lettering is always embroidered in one color. To embroider single letters or single words in another color, every letter or every word has to be selected individually and placed in the area to be embroidered. Lettering can be positioned within the hoop as you like.

  • Page 155: Changing The Colors Of The Embroidery Design

    Creative Embroidering 15.8 Changing the Colors of the Embroidery Design Overview Changing the Color «Color Indication» «Altering Color/Brand» Preview for Selected Color «Color Information» «Assign Thread Brand» Changing the Colors > Select the embroidery design. > Tap «Color Information». > To change a color, tap «Altering Color/Brand» next to the color to be changed. >...

  • Page 156: Embroidering The Embroidery Design

    Creative Embroidering 15.9 Embroidering the Embroidery Design Overview Embroidery Menu «Basting» «Multi-colored Embroidery Design On/Off» «Moving the Hoop» «Increasing the Embroidery Speed» (becomes visible by scrolling) «Embroidery Sequence Control» «Reduce Color Changes» (becomes visible by scrolling) «Cut Connecting Stitches» «Color Indication» Adding Basting Stitches The basting stitches can be embroidered along the embroidery design.

  • Page 157: Embroidery Sequence Control When The Thread Breaks

    Creative Embroidering Embroidery Sequence Control when the Thread Breaks If the thread breaks, the needle can be repositioned in the embroidery design using the function Embroidery Sequence Control. > Select the embroidery design. > Tap «Embroidery». > Tap «Embroidery Sequence Control». –...

  • Page 158: Color Indication

    Creative Embroidering > Tap «Multi-colored Embroidery Design On/Off». – The embroidery design is embroidered in one color. Color Indication Every color of the embroidery design can be selected individually. The hoop moves to the first stitch of the current color. The currently active color can be embroidered individually or in another sequence. >...

  • Page 159: Administering Embroidery Designs

    > Edit the embroidery design. > Tap «Selection». > Tap «Save Embroidery Design». – The embroidery design to be saved is outlined in yellow. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Tap «USB Stick». > Tap «Confirm».

  • Page 160: Overwriting The Embroidery Design In The Personal Memory

    > Tap «Save Embroidery Design». – The embroidery design to be saved is outlined in yellow. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Tap «USB Stick». > Select the embroidery design which is to be overwritten.

  • Page 161: Loading An Embroidery Design From The Personal Memory

    > Select the embroidery design. Loading an Embroidery Design from the BERNINA USB Stick > Tap «Selection». > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Tap «USB Stick». > Select a personal embroidery design.

  • Page 162: Embroidery

    The default setting of the upper thread tension is set automatically as soon as a stitch pattern or an embroidery design is selected. The upper thread tension is set optimally at the BERNINA factory and the machine has been tested. Metrosene/Seralon thread size 100/2 (Mettler, Switzerland) is used for the upper and bobbin thread.

  • Page 163: Embroidering Via The Foot Control

    Embroidery > Tap «Upper Thread Tension». > Adjust the upper thread tension. > Tap the yellow-outlined icon on the right side to reset the alterations to the default setting. > Tap the yellow-outlined icon on the left side to reset the alteration to default setting in the Setup Program.

  • Page 164: Care And Maintenance

    For safety reasons, it is also recommended to save data and settings on a BERNINA USB stick before the firmware update is started. If personal data and settings should be lost during a firmware update, they can be transferred to the machine again afterwards.

  • Page 165: Recovering Saved Data

    If personal data and settings after a software update are not available anymore, they can be transferred to the machine again afterwards. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick which provides the saved data and settings into the USB port of the machine.

  • Page 166: Cleaning The Hook

    Care and Maintenance 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. > Lower feed dog. > Remove the stitch plate. Dust and Thread residues inside the Machine NOTICE Damage to mechanical and electronic components.

  • Page 167: Lubricating The Hook

    > Insert the bobbin case. Lubricating the Hook By oiling the hook, the occurrence of unwanted noises in the hook area can be avoided. BERNINA recommends oiling the hook at the following intervals: • Before using the machine for the first time •...
  • Page 168 > Clean the hook race area with a brush and a soft cloth. Never use any sharp instruments. > Add one drop of BERNINA oil down into the hook race. > Add one drop of oil into each of the two oil depots so that the felts are damp, and make sure that the red-marked surface of the hook sleeve remains free of oil.

  • Page 169: Cleaning The Thread Catcher

    Care and Maintenance > Close the hook race cover and the fastening bracket until the release bracket engages. > As a check, turn the handwheel. > Insert the bobbin case. > Sew or embroider on a test fabric. Cleaning the Thread Catcher >...

  • Page 170: Errors And Faults

    Errors and Faults 18 Errors and Faults 18.1 Error Messages Message on the Display Cause Repair Stitch number unknown. > Check the entry and enter the new number. Selection of stitch patterns not > Combine other stitch patterns. possible in combi-mode. The feed dog is not lowered.
  • Page 171 The embroidery module is not > Connect the embroidery module to the machine. attached. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer to have the machine checked. The hoop is not attached. > Attach the hoop. The hoop is attached.
  • Page 172 > Attach a larger hoop. Not entough free capacity on the There is not enough free capacity > Make sure that the BERNINA USB stick (optional BERNINA USB stick (optional on the BERNINA USB stick accessory) is used. accessory).
  • Page 173 > Transfer saved data to the machine. No BERNINA USB stick is inserted. The BERNINA USB stick (optional > Use a BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) which Make sure that the same accessory) is not inserted. provides enough free capacity.
  • Page 174 > Check the plastic on the underside of the presser foot for signs of wear. If necessary, replace the presser foot. > Clean the feed dog. > If the error still occurs, contact your authorized BERNINA dealer.

  • Page 175: Troubleshooting

    > Adjust the upper thread tension. loose. > Check the thread feed from the thread spool. Needle blunt or bent. > Replace the needle, make sure that a new BERNINA quality needle is used. Poor quality needle. > Use a new BERNINA quality needle.
  • Page 176 > Rethread. Poor quality thread. > Use quality thread. The stitch plate or the hook tip is > Contact the nearest specialized BERNINA dealer to have damaged. the damages repaired. > Replace the stitch plate. The thread is caught in the area >...
  • Page 177 > Place the machine in a warm room one hour before use. > Connect the machine and switch it on. The machine is damaged. > Contact an authorized BERNINA dealer. Neither the Sewing Light Nor Settings in the Setup Program.

  • Page 178: Storage And Disposal

    Storage and Disposal 19 Storage and Disposal 19.1 Storing the Machine It is recommended to store the machine in the original packaging. If the machine is stored in a cold room, place it in a warm room one hour before use. >...

  • Page 179: Technical Data

    Technical Data 20 Technical Data Designation Value Unit Maximum Fabric Thickness 10.5 (0.41) (inch) Sewing Light 12 to 16 Maximum Speed 1000 Stitches per Minute Measurements without the Spool Pin (W × H × D) 465 × 330 × 200 (18.30 ×...

  • Page 180: Overview Stitch Patterns

    Overview Stitch Patterns 21 Overview Stitch Patterns 21.1 Overview Stitch Patterns Practical Stitches Buttonholes Decorative Stitches Nature Stitches...
  • Page 181 Overview Stitch Patterns Cross Stitches Satin Stitches Geometric Stitches...
  • Page 182 Overview Stitch Patterns White Embroidery Children Stitches Special Stitches 1101 1102 1103 1104 1105 1106 1107 1108 1109 1110 1113 1115 1116 1121...

  • Page 183: Quilt Stitches

    Overview Stitch Patterns 1122 1124 International 1701 1702 1703 1704 1705 1706 1707 1708 1709 1710 1711 1715 1716 1717 1718 1719 1720 1721 1722 1723 Seasons 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2015 2017 2019 2022 2023 Quilt Stitches 1301...

  • Page 184: Overview Embroidery Designs

    Let your creativity run free. A vast selection of embroidery designs is at your disposal. If you see one of the following pictograms below a number of the embroidery design, you can find additional information at https://www.bernina.com/specialeffects. Detached Point PunchWork...
  • Page 185 Overview Stitch Patterns 123 x 123 mm 133 x 215 mm 12499-05 12499-24 6.317 11.445 4.9 x 4.9 inch 5.2 x 8.4 inch 1.      Isacord 40   4103 1.      Isacord 40   4103 89 x 89 mm 124 x 124 mm 12416-04 12416-03 3.482 5.909 3.5 x 3.5 inch 4.9 x 4.9 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0721 1.      Isacord 40   0721 44 x 174 mm 76 x 76 mm 12416-26 Nb347_48 2.816 2.337 1.7 x 6.9 inch 3 x 3 inch...
  • Page 186 Overview Stitch Patterns 121 x 121 mm 83 x 166 mm 82013-29 82013-30 5.644 2.774 4.8 x 4.8 inch 3.3 x 6.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   2920 1.      Isacord 40   2920 57 x 58 mm 122 x 105 mm 82013-31 82013-32 1.884 4.506 2.3 x 2.3 inch 4.8 x 4.1 inch 1.      Isacord 40   2920 1.      Isacord 40   2920 89 x 73 mm 123 x 122 mm 12416-24 12607-16 2.330 1.222 3.5 x 2.9 inch 4.8 x 4.8 inch...
  • Page 187 Overview Stitch Patterns 89 x 89 mm 126 x 122 mm 12380-08 Bd800_48 2.725 3.5 x 3.5 inch 5 x 4.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1543 1.      Isacord 40   3654 123 x 124 mm 47 x 173 mm Bd804_48 Bd796_48 4.8 x 4.9 inch 1.9 x 6.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0111 1.      Isacord 40   3654 123 x 123 mm 95 x 95 mm Bd837_48 Bd292 1.629 3.036 4.9 x 4.9 inch 3.7 x 3.7 inch 1.
  • Page 188 Overview Stitch Patterns 114 x 121 mm 108 x 108 mm Bd553_48 Bd567_48 5.845 4.359 4.5 x 4.8 inch 4.3 x 4.3 inch 1.      Isacord 40   2153 1.      Isacord 40   2530 97 x 97 mm 89 x 53 mm Bd394_48 Bd412_48 4.586 1.427 3.8 x 3.8 inch 3.5 x 2.1 inch 1.      Isacord 40   3641 1.      Isacord 40   1335 64 x 61 mm 62 x 61 mm Bd501_48 Bd502_48 1.202 1.139 2.5 x 2.4 inch 2.4 x 2.4 inch...

  • Page 189: Embellishment

    Overview Stitch Patterns 90 x 90 mm 120 x 120 mm Bd563_48 Bd569_48 2.482 6.183 3.5 x 3.5 inch 4.7 x 4.7 inch 1.      Isacord 40   5531 1.      Isacord 40   1220 Embellishment 135 x 133 mm 87 x 121 mm Nb826_48 11.154 Nb843_48 8.976 5.3 x 5.2 inch 3.4 x 4.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   9971 1.      Isacord 40   9971 2.      Isacord 40   9978 2.
  • Page 190 Overview Stitch Patterns 125 x 136 mm 132 x 165 mm 19999-002 Nb934_48 10.184 9.168 4.9 x 5.4 inch 5.2 x 6.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0015 1.      Isacord 40   2241 2.      Isacord 40   0015 2.      Isacord 40   1154 3.      Isacord 40   0015 3.      Isacord 40   1346 4.      Isacord 40   1161 5.      Isacord 40   2222 6.
  • Page 191 Overview Stitch Patterns 76 x 130 mm 106 x 138 mm 12528-03 Oc07207 16.171 17.807 3 x 5.1 inch 4.2 x 5.4 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0851 1.      Yenmet   7012 2.      Isacord 40   0824 2.      Isacord 40   0670 3.      Isacord 40   0931 3.      Yenmet   7012 112 x 94 mm 114 x 115 mm 82007-11 82007-44 13.622 9.467 4.4 x 3.7 inch 4.5 x 4.5 inch 1.
  • Page 192 Overview Stitch Patterns 78 x 78 mm 121 x 177 mm Nb403_48 Nb373_48 6.615 9.769 3.1 x 3.1 inch 4.8 x 7 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0552 1.      Isacord 40   4531 2.      Isacord 40   4032 3.      Isacord 40   4332 56 x 58 mm 123 x 68 mm Nb442_48 Nb481_48 7.043 2.2 x 2.3 inch 4.9 x 2.7 inch 1.      Isacord 40   5610 1.      Isacord 40   0870 2.

  • Page 193: Flowers

    Overview Stitch Patterns Flowers 123 x 124 mm 123 x 122 mm 21012-04 15.622 21027-01 6.211 4.9 x 4.9 inch 4.8 x 4.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   5740 1.      Isacord 40   1805 2.      Isacord 40   0142 2.      Isacord 40   2721 3.      Isacord 40   0020 3.      Isacord 40   2520 4.      Isacord 40   5531 4.
  • Page 194 Overview Stitch Patterns 85 x 102 mm 106 x 172 mm 80001-23 12457-06 4.257 12.636 3.4 x 4 inch 4.2 x 6.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1102 1.      Isacord 40   3150 2.      Isacord 40   1805 2.      Isacord 40   3210 3.      Isacord 40   6011 3.      Isacord 40   0311 4.      Isacord 40   4174 4.      Isacord 40   3331 5.

  • Page 195: Children

    Overview Stitch Patterns 66 x 66 mm 90 x 90 mm Fq733_48 Nb209_48 8.391 8.140 2.6 x 2.6 inch 3.5 x 3.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0670 1.      Isacord 40   4111 2.      Isacord 40   5822 2.      Isacord 40   0722 3.      Isacord 40   0776 3.      Isacord 40   1840 4.      Isacord 40   1375 4.      Isacord 40   1335 5.
  • Page 196 Overview Stitch Patterns 76 x 60 mm 71 x 53 mm Ck510 Ck522 8.069 9.089 3 x 2.4 inch 2.8 x 2.1 inch 1.      Isacord 40   5934 1.      Isacord 40   3810 2.      Isacord 40   3840 2.      Isacord 40   0131 3.      Isacord 40   3901 3.      Isacord 40   0015 4.      Isacord 40   0108 4.      Isacord 40   0020 5.
  • Page 197 Overview Stitch Patterns 87 x 150 mm 138 x 136 mm Be790309 Be790310 13.252 16.278 3.4 x 5.9 inch 5.4 x 5.4 inch 1.      Applique   1 1.      Applique   1 2.      Applique   3 2.      Applique   3 3.      Isacord 40   0015 3.      Applique   1 4.      Isacord 40   1900 4.      Applique   3 5.      Isacord 40   0020 5.

  • Page 198: Borders And Lace

    Overview Stitch Patterns 85 x 82 mm 55 x 100 mm Ck970 Cm147_48 16.571 6.170 3.3 x 3.2 inch 2.2 x 3.9 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0151 1.      Isacord 40   1755 2.      Isacord 40   0152 2.      Isacord 40   0713 3.      Isacord 40   0124 3.      Isacord 40   0704 4.      Isacord 40   0131 4.      Isacord 40   6141 5.
  • Page 199 Overview Stitch Patterns 45 x 58 mm 37 x 59 mm 12659-01 12659-06 6.790 6.465 1.8 x 2.3 inch 1.4 x 2.3 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1352 1.      Isacord 40   4625 2.      Isacord 40   1430 2.      Isacord 40   4515 64 x 64 mm 98 x 88 mm Hg341_48 Nx957 5.561 18.451 2.5 x 2.5 inch 3.9 x 3.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0015 1.      Isacord 40   1950 2.
  • Page 200 Overview Stitch Patterns 36 x 128 mm 41 x 139 mm Oc33416 12485-12 16.090 3.391 1.4 x 5 inch 1.6 x 5.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1902 1.      Isacord 40   1134 2.      Isacord 40   0015 2.      Isacord 40   0520 3.      Isacord 40   4240 4.      Isacord 40   4111 5.      Isacord 40   0702 6.      Isacord 40   1430 40 x 152 mm 44 x 172 mm 21013-29...

  • Page 201: Seasons

    Overview Stitch Patterns 29 x 133 mm Fb436_48 4.735 1.1 x 5.2 inch 1.      Isacord 40   3130 2.      Isacord 40   3150 3.      Isacord 40   4240 Seasons 112 x 138 mm 114 x 128 mm Hg746_48 17.815 Nb754_48 13.084 4.4 x 5.4 inch 4.5 x 5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   3040 1.      Yenmet   7037 2.      Applique   1 2.      Isacord 40   2155 3.
  • Page 202 Overview Stitch Patterns 133 x 127 mm 88 x 145 mm He255 He252 17.198 12.251 5.2 x 5 inch 3.5 x 5.7 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0111 1.      Isacord 40   1902 2.      Isacord 40   1701 2.      Isacord 40   1701 3.      Isacord 40   1800 3.      Isacord 40   1902 4.      Isacord 40   1701 4.      Isacord 40   0532 5.
  • Page 203 Overview Stitch Patterns 83 x 124 mm 84 x 97 mm 12433-05 12417-04 15.348 8.085 3.3 x 4.9 inch 3.3 x 3.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1725 1.      Isacord 40   1010 2.      Isacord 40   5934 2.      Isacord 40   0811 3.      Isacord 40   0442 3.      Isacord 40   1311 4.      Isacord 40   2115 4.      Isacord 40   1543 5.
  • Page 204 Overview Stitch Patterns 89 x 69 mm 122 x 122 mm He919_48 Hg053_48 5.245 15.370 3.5 x 2.7 inch 4.8 x 4.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   3650 1.      Isacord 40   5531 2.      Isacord 40   3840 2.      Isacord 40   5643 3.      Isacord 40   3641 3.      Isacord 40   1805 89 x 151 mm 92 x 98 mm Hg319_48 Hg460_48 8.681 7.166 3.5 x 6 inch 3.6 x 3.9 inch...

  • Page 205: Sport And Hobbies

    Overview Stitch Patterns 102 x 101 mm Na614 2.867 4 x 4 inch 1.      Isacord 40   3543 Sport and Hobbies 138 x 142 mm 80 x 120 mm 12472-01 23.233 12611-08 5.770 5.4 x 5.6 inch 3.1 x 4.7 inch 1.      Isacord 40   2504 1.      Applique   1 2.      Isacord 40   3901 2.      Applique   2 3.      Isacord 40   5610 3.
  • Page 206 Overview Stitch Patterns 63 x 64 mm 100 x 86 mm Sp980 Be790606 11.286 7.445 2.5 x 2.5 inch 3.9 x 3.4 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0015 1.      Isacord 40   0020 2.      Isacord 40   0142 2.      Isacord 40   1306 3.      Isacord 40   0020 80 x 80 mm 80 x 75 mm Be790608 Be790603 7.937 11.824 3.2 x 3.1 inch 3.2 x 2.9 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0020 1.

  • Page 207: Animals

    Overview Stitch Patterns 120 x 38 mm 135 x 166 mm Sr551 80085-25 6.859 14.361 4.7 x 1.5 inch 5.3 x 6.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1902 1.      Isacord 40   0015 2.      Isacord 40   2123 2.      Isacord 40   0015 3.      Isacord 40   0015 3.      Isacord 40   0015 4.      Isacord 40   0520 4.      Isacord 40   0015 5.

  • Page 208: Hoops

    Overview Stitch Patterns 71 x 72 mm Cm220_48 7.571 2.8 x 2.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   1755 2.      Isacord 40   0101 3.      Isacord 40   0142 4.      Isacord 40   0101 5.      Isacord 40   4071 6.      Isacord 40   0142 7.      Isacord 40   0934 8.      Isacord 40   0020 Hoops 137 x 137 mm 123 x 173 mm 12611-27...

  • Page 209: Designworks

    Overview Stitch Patterns 123 x 173 mm 123 x 173 mm 32078-02 32078-03 1.181 1.264 4.9 x 6.8 inch 4.9 x 6.8 inch 1.      Isacord 40   0020 1.      Isacord 40   0020 2.      Isacord 40   4174 2.      Isacord 40   4174 3.      Isacord 40   0020 3.      Isacord 40   0020 4.      Isacord 40   4174 4.      Isacord 40   4174 77 x 77 mm 156 x 72 mm Nz195...
  • Page 210 Overview Stitch Patterns 70 x 71 mm 86 x 174 mm Dw11 21026-08_dw 11.047 2.8 x 2.8 inch 3.4 x 6.9 inch 1.      Swarovski   0502 1.      Edding   69 2.      Isacord 40   0020 69 x 194 mm 104 x 127 mm 21026-02_dw 21026-02_cr 7.815 2.7 x 7.6 inch 4.1 x 5 inch 1.      Edding   69 1.      Swarovski   0280 2.      Applique   1 2.      Swarovski   0280 3.      Applique   2 4.
  • Page 211 Overview Stitch Patterns 128 x 128 mm 119 x 37 mm Be700121 Be700122 2.183 4.124 5 x 5 inch 4.7 x 1.5 inch 1.      Isacord 40   3600 1.      Isacord 40   5833 2.      Isacord 40   1703 113 x 206 mm 141 x 134 mm Be700123 Be700124 6.090 6.184 4.4 x 8.1 inch 5.6 x 5.3 inch 1.      Punch   0004 1.      Isacord 40   2300 2.      Punch   0007 2.

  • Page 212: Index

    Activate/Deactivate Functions ..........   26 Adjust Values ..............  26 Navigation ..............  25 Back to Basic Setting.............   64 Foot Control .................   35 BERNINA Dual Feed...............   68 Connecting ..............  33 Buttonholes ................   107 Inserting the Embroidery Needle .........   136 Calibrating the Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A.....   66 Inserting the Spool Cap............
  • Page 213 Index via the Foot Control ............  35 Needle, Thread, Fabric ............  27 Updating Firmware .............   164 Needle/Thread Combination ..........  31 Upper Thread Tension..........  55,  162 Needles Overview ..............  27 Using eco Mode..............  67 Using the Spool Net ..............   37 Overview Combi Mode ............  73 Overview Embroidery Module ..........
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