Needle Positions; Inserting Needles - Bernina 2500DCET Instruction Manual

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Functions and general operating instructions
Needle clamp
BERNINA 2500DCET needle clamp
There are three needle positions (L, C, R) each with its own
fixation screw.

Needle positions

Needles are inserted into positions L, C or R depending on
the stitch selected, which produces different stitch widths.
Note:
The third needle position (R) is for cover and chain
stitch applications only!
Needle L and C
or Needle L
5–7 mm overlock
Needle C
3–5 mm overlock
2–3 mm roll hem
Needles L, C R
or needle L and R
5 mm cover stitch
Needles L and C
Needles C and R
2.5 mm cover stitch left or right of centre
Needles L, C, and R
5 mm top & bottom cover stitch
Needles L and C
2.5 mm top & bottom cover stitch
Needle R
Chain stitch
Note:
Remove all needle(s) not in use, and their
corresponding thread(s).

Inserting needles

Needles can be inserted quickly and easily with the practical
needle inserter.
To remove:
· Raise the needles (Needle stop).
· Raise the presser foot and swing out or remove.
Loosen the fixation screw and remove the needle using the
inserter. Place the replacement needle, flat sides towards the
back, into the hole of the needle inserter (1) and insert
the needle in the appropriate hole as far as possible into the
needle clamp (2).Tighten the needle setscrew firmly (3).
Tip:
Insert the needle C first and then needle L. Needle L is
slightly higher than the needle C.
Use needle R for cover and chain stitch.
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