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Jay Hauersperger
February 12, 2025

How to remove covers on the b05 academy

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Mr. Anderson
February 12, 2025

To remove covers on the Bernette ACADEMY b05:

1. Push the unlocking lever to the right and remove the bobbin cover.
2. Loosen both screws and remove the stitch plate.
3. When removing the face cover, be cautious of moving parts.

Before performing maintenance, switch off the machine and disconnect it from the power supply.

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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 3 Winding the Bobbin Thread ........General Information ..........Threading the Bobbin Thread ........Bringing up the Bobbin Thread ........My bernette ............10 Creative Sewing ..........37 Overview Machine ..........10 Selecting a Stitch Pattern ........37 Overview Front ............10 Overview Top ..............
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.20 Sewing Flat Joining Seams ........57 4.21 Sewing Basting Stitches .......... 57 Decorative Stitches ..........58 Overview Decorative Stitches ........58 Altering the Stitch Density ........59 Gathering Stitches ..........59 Gathering ..............59 Smocking ..............59 Connecting Stitches ..........
  • Page 5 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 bernette dealer. • Switch off the machine before working in the needle area. •...
  • Page 6 • If the machine is to be used in a country other than the country of origin, obtain a power cable suitable for this country from a bernette dealer. • Only use this machine with the supplied foot control of type KD-2902/ KD-1902.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • 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. • Only lift the machine by the handle. •...
  • Page 8 • 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 9 GENERAL INFORMATION Explanation of Symbols Designates a danger with a high risk which can lead to serious injuries or even death unless it is avoided. DANGER WARNING Designates a medium-risk hazard which can lead to serious injuries if not avoided. Designates a low-risk hazard which can lead to minor or moderate injuries if not avoided.
  • Page 10 MY BERNETTE My bernette 1.1 Overview Machine Overview Front Bobbin Cover Quick Reverse 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 2024-07 EN 5020205.00A.04...
  • Page 11 MY BERNETTE Accessories Box Compartment for needle set Compartment for spool cap Overview Top Needle position dial Spool Pin Thread Take-up Lever Opening, additional spool pin Bobbin Winder Pretension Bobbin Winder Unit Presser foot pressure adjustment knob Handwheel Thread Pretension...
  • Page 12 MY BERNETTE Overview Back Power cable/foot control connection Balance dial Air vents Presser foot lifter Main switch with speed limit 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...
  • Page 13 MY BERNETTE Figure Name Figure Name Spool disc, large (1x) Felt disc Spool disc, small (1x) Screwdriver Height compensating Finger guard tool Extension table Overview Presser Feet Illustration Name Purpose Zigzag foot For sewing different practical and decorative stitches and for sewing hems.
  • Page 14 MY BERNETTE Illustration Name Purpose Zipper foot for concealed For sewing in concealed zippers. zippers Darning foot/embroidery foot For embroidering, darning and freehand quilting. Button-sew-on foot For sewing on buttons of different sizes with 2 or 4 holes. Hemmer foot To sew double-turned hems.
  • Page 15 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 16 MY BERNETTE Illustration Needle Name Needle Description Purpose Embroidery Needle With a light ball point and For woven fabrics (light, medium, heavy- a particularly wide eye weight), knitwear. For thicker threads. 130/705 H-E and wide groove. For general sewing, sewing on buttons and 75/11 –...
  • Page 17 MY BERNETTE 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. This allows the thread to be stitched optimally. If the thread has too much room to move in the long groove and in the needle eye, this can result in the thread breaking or missing stitches.
  • Page 18 MY BERNETTE Thread Selection For a perfect sewing result, thread and fabric quality play an important role. We recommend purchasing quality threads to achieve good sewing results. • Cotton threads have the advantage of being a natural fiber and therefore are especially suitable for sewing cotton fabrics.
  • Page 19 SEWING PREPARATION Sewing Preparation 2.1 Connection and Switching On Connecting the Machine and Foot Control > Insert the device plug (1) of the foot control/power cable into the connection for the foot control/power cable. > Insert the power plug (2) of the foot control/power 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 20 SEWING PREPARATION Regulating the Speed via the Foot Control The sewing speed can be continuously varied up to the maximum possible speed via the foot control. > Press the foot control down carefully to start the machine. > To sew more quickly, press the foot control further down. >...
  • Page 21 – The felt disc prevents the thread from sticking to the spool pin. > Place the thread spool on the second spool pin. 2.3 Freearm The bernette b05 provides a solidly freearm which offers a lot of space for large project on the right of the needle. 2024-07 EN 5020205.00A.04...
  • Page 22 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 23 SEWING PREPARATION > Push the extension table from the left to the right over the free arm until it engages. > To remove the slide-on table, pull the slide-on table over the free arm to the left. 2.7 Needle Raising and Lowering the Needle >...
  • Page 24 SEWING PREPARATION Changing the Needle > Raise the presser foot. > Raise the needle. > Switch the machine off and disconnect it from the power supply system. > Loosen the fixing screw (1) with the screwdriver. > Pull the needle down to remove. >...
  • Page 25 SEWING PREPARATION Adjusting the Needle Position > Raise the needle. > Use a recommended presser foot. > Set the required needle position using the needle position dial. 2.8 Presser Foot Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot > To raise the presser foot, press the presser foot lever upwards. >...
  • Page 26 SEWING PREPARATION Fitting the presser foot sole Prerequisite: • The presser foot sole is removed. > 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.
  • Page 27 SEWING PREPARATION Attaching the Seam Guide The seam guide is suitable for sewing parallel lines. > Insert the seam guide (1) into the hole in the presser foot holder (2). > Set the required distance to the adjacent seam. Adjusting the Presser Foot Pressure >...
  • Page 28 SEWING PREPARATION > Hold the presser foot holder by the presser foot bar and screw it in using the screw. > Fit the presser foot sole. > Check whether the finger guard is aligned parallel to the presser foot sole. >...
  • Page 29 SEWING PREPARATION Threading the Upper Thread Spool Cap Guide Thread Guide Guide Thread Pretension Thread Lever Thread Tensions Discs Wire Hook Thread Take-up Lever Cover Thread Cutter Thread Take-up Lever Thread > Place the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unwinds clockwise. >...
  • Page 30 SEWING PREPARATION > Guide the thread through the thread pretension. > Place the end of the thread down along the duct. > Guide the htread downwards around the thread take-up lever cover. > Guide the thread at the top from rigth to the left through the thread take-up lever and then down again. >...
  • Page 31 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 goeas through the eye of the needle. >...
  • Page 32 SEWING PREPARATION Threading the Twin 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 33 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 34 SEWING PREPARATION > Feed 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 35 SEWING PREPARATION > 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. – The machine switches to sewing mode. >...
  • Page 36 SEWING PREPARATION > 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). > Attach the bobbin cover. Bringing up the Bobbin Thread >...
  • Page 37 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 38 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. Incorrect needle position when selecting a stitch width NOTICE Damage to needle and fabric. >...
  • Page 39 CREATIVE SEWING Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension The upper thread tension must be adjusted depending on the sewing materials, the fabric layers and the sewing process using the «Upper thread tension» dial. Upper thread Right side (top side) of fabric Bobbin thread Wrong side (bottom side) of fabric The base value for the upper thread tension is 4.
  • Page 40 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 41 CREATIVE SEWING 3.4 Securing Secure Seam at Seam Beginning > Select the stitch pattern. > Sew the seam a few stitches forward. > Push and hold the Quick Reverse Lever. > Sew the seam backwards to the beginning of the seam. >...
  • Page 42 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 compensation tool (1) behind the needle under the presser foot. 3.6 Sewing Corners >...
  • Page 43 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 44 PRACTICAL STITCHES Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommende Stitch Stitch category d presser foot length width Triple Zig zag For durable seams in strong Zigzag foot 2,0 – 6,0 fabrics. For visible hems and seams. Honeycomb For sewing elastic fabrics and Zigzag foot or stitch hems, including with rubber open...
  • Page 45 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 0.5 - 1 in (1 – 2 cm) reverse first. >...
  • Page 46 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 47 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 48 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 49 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 50 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 51 PRACTICAL STITCHES > Tension the sewing project in a darning hoop. – The darning area remains evenly stretched and cannot be deformed. > Turn the handwheel anti-clockwise to bring up the bobbin thread. > Sew a few stitches at the start of the seam. >...
  • Page 52 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 53 PRACTICAL STITCHES 4.12 Sewing Vari Overlock > Fit the overlock foot. > Set the stitch pattern selector knob to «D». > Set the stitch length and stitch width according to the stitch table. > Sew the fabric with the edge of the fabric against the overlock foot guide. 4.13 Narrow Edgestitching >...
  • Page 54 PRACTICAL STITCHES Using the Blind Stitch Foot or Edge Stitch Foot > Place the left-hand edge of the fabric against the guide of the blind stitch foot or edge stitch foot. > Select the left needle position at the desired distance to the edge. 4.15 Edgestitching Using the Seam Guide When sewing parallel wide top-stitching lines, we recommend guiding the seam guide along a sewn line.
  • Page 55 PRACTICAL STITCHES > Place the inside upper edge of the seam on the right-hand side against the guide on the blind stitch foot or edge stitch foot. 4.17 Sewing a Narrow Hem > Fit the hemmer foot. > Turn the stitch pattern selector knob to «A». >...
  • Page 56 PRACTICAL STITCHES > Continue sewing slowly while slightly folding the cut edge of the fabric in front of the hemmer foot and holding it to the left. Guide the edge of the fabric evenly into the spiral guide on the hemmer foot and sew.
  • Page 57 PRACTICAL STITCHES > Sew slowly while guiding the fabric carefully along the edge of the guide. > 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.
  • Page 58 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 59 DECORATIVE STITCHES 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. A longer stitch length means that the distance between stitches is greater and the stitch is less dense.
  • Page 60 DECORATIVE STITCHES > Sew decorative stitches between the gathering seams. > Remove the tacking threads. 5.4 Connecting Stitches Joining Seam with Faggot Stitch The faggot 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 61 DECORATIVE STITCHES 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. The decorative effect of this stitch pattern is m ore striking if thicker thread is used.
  • Page 62 DECORATIVE STITCHES Shell Edging with Satin Stitch A wavy hem with satin stitches can be used to decorate blouse necklines and the edges of knitted fabrics. > Fit the zigzag foot. > Turn the stitch pattern selector knob to position «K». >...
  • Page 63 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 Recommended Stitch Stitch category presser foot length width – Single-step For light to medium-weight Buttonhole 0,3 – 0,5 4,0 – 6,0...
  • Page 64 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 65 BUTTONHOLES > Set the required stitch length in the buttonhole symbol range on the dial. > Position the fabric under the presser foot so that marking of the centerline is aligned with the starting point (1). > Press the buttonhole lever all the way down and press it backwards slightly until it clicks in position. >...
  • Page 66 BUTTONHOLES 6.7 Cut the Buttonhole Open > Place a pin at each end directly underneath the locking stitch to prevent the stitches being cut open. > Cut the opening with the seam ripper. 6.8 Sewing On Buttons The Button Sew-on Program can be used to sew on buttons with two or four holes, press studs or snap fasteners.
  • Page 67 QUILTING Quilting 7.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch pattern Stitch Name Description Recommended Stitch Stitch category 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 68 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. Quilting gloves with rubber nubs make it easier to guide the fabric. Prerequisite: • The top layer, the batting and the backing are pinned together or basted.
  • Page 69 QUILTING 7.4 Sewing Patchwork Piecing > Fit the zigzag foot or patchwork foot. > Set the stitch pattern selector knob to «A». > Set the stitch length knob to the required stitch length of 1–3. > Set the needle position to «Center». >...
  • Page 70 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Maintenance 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 the machine off and disconnect it from the power supply. >...
  • Page 71 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING > Clean the feed dog with the brush. > Refit the stitch plate. Insert both screws and tighten them. > Insert the bobbin cover. > Raise the feed dog. > Insert a needle. > Attach the presser foot. >...
  • Page 72 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING > Set needle to topmost position. > Clean the shuttle race with the brush. > Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case. > Fit the stitch plate. > Attach the top bobbin cover and close the bobbin cover. >...
  • Page 73 MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 8.3 Oiling the Needle Bar The needle bar may not move smoothly without lubrication. If the machine is used frequently, the needle bar should be oiled every 6 months to prevent blocking. Electronically Driven Components WARNING Risk of injury near the needle bar. >...
  • Page 74 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 75 Incorrectly threaded. > Rethread. Poor quality thread. > Use quality thread. The stitch plate or the hook tip is > Contact your bernette dealer to have the damages damaged. repaired. > Replace the stitch plate. Lower Thread Breaks The bobbin is not inserted >...
  • Page 76 TECHNICAL DATA 10 Technical data Term Value Unit Sewign Light (LED) Maximum Speed 1100 Stitches per Minute Measurements (w × d × h) 416 × 174 × 299 Weight Input Voltage (Energy Consumption) 120 (0.7) V (A) 230/240 (90) V (W) Sound Pressure Level dB (A) Protection Class (Electrical Engineering)
  • Page 77 APPENDIX 11 Appendix 11.1 Overview Stitch Patterns Overview of the Stitch Patterns Stitch length knob Stitch selector wheel 0 – 4 2024-07 EN 5020205.00A.04...
  • Page 78 INDEX Index Accessory box ...............   22 Needle position right/left ............  25 Attaching the Presser Foot Sole..........  26 Needle, Thread and Fabric ............   15 Attaching the Seam Guide ............   27 Needles and threads .............   17 Needles Overview ..............  15 Needles, Threads ..............  17 Balance dial ................
  • Page 79 INDEX Threading the Twin Needle ...........   32 Threading the Upper Thread ..........  29 Troubleshooting..............  74 Upper thread tension ............  39 Upper/Lower Needle Position ..........  23 Using the Spool Net ..............   20 Utility stitches ...............   43 Winding the Bobbin Thread ..........  33 2024-07 EN 5020205.00A.04...
  • Page 80 2024-07 EN 5020205.00A.04 © BERNINA International AG www.bernette.com/b05ACADEMY Steckborn CH, www.bernina.com...