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  • Page 1 BERNINA 780...
  • Page 2 After all we sell our products to creative people like you, who do not only appreciate high quality but also form and design. Enjoy the creative sewing, embroidering and quilting on your new BERNINA 780 and keep informed about the various accessories at www.bernina.com.
  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    This may deflect the needle, causing it to WarnInG! break. 10. Do not use bent needles. 11. Always use the original BERNINA stitch plate. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or The wrong stitch plate can cause needle injury to persons: breakage.
  • Page 4: Environmental Protection

    Safety Instructions SerVIcInG DouBLe- environmental protection BERNINA is committed to the protection InSuLateD proDuctS of the environment. We strive to minimize the environmental impact of In a double-insulated product two systems of our products by continuously improving insulation are provided instead of grounding. No...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Sewing contents Sewing Safety Instructions Security program ⦁ Display environmental protection ⦁ Selecting the needle ⦁ Selecting the stitch plate Key to Signs ⦁ Saving Glossary needle chart Breadcrumb navigation ⦁ Selecting needle Selecting a presser foot accessory ⦁ Display Standard accessories ⦁...
  • Page 6 Contents Sewing Balance Sewing settings ⦁ Altering Upper thread tension practical and decorative stitches ⦁ Sewing speed control ⦁ Corrections ⦁ Securing stitches at pattern begin ⦁ Sideways-motion patterns ⦁ Programming «Function»-buttons/«Function»-icon 46 ⦁ Vertical corrections ⦁ Hover position of the presser foot ⦁...
  • Page 7 ⦁ BSR Function deactivation 7- or 5-step Buttonhole, manually BernIna Dual feed Button sew-on program ⦁ Presser Feet Selection ⦁ Switching on BERNINA Dual Feed eyelet program ⦁ Switching off BERNINA Dual Feed fabrics Decorative Stitches alphabets overview Decorative Stitches...
  • Page 8 Contents Sewing personal program creating a personal Display preparing stitch patterns ⦁ Programming/Saving first stitch pattern ⦁ Programming/Saving second stitch pattern ⦁ Stitch pattern selection in the Personal program ⦁ Personal Display altering/overwriting stitch patterns Deleting stitch patterns combi mode creating Stitch pattern combinations ⦁...
  • Page 9: Key To Signs

    Correcting abnormalities in stitch formation due to the fabric fabric fold Folded edge of material BERNINA-Stitch-regulator. Quilting with consistent stitch length within a certain speed Clear. Deleting settings or data Hook «Catches» the needle-thread loop, forming the stitch together with the lower thread...
  • Page 10: Standard Accessories

    Accessory accessory Standard accessories 1 Presser foot lifter 2 Foot control 3 Soft Cover with pocket 4 Accessory box 5 Power cable 6 Seam guide for slide-on table 7 Straight-/CutWork stitch plate 8 Slide-on table 9 3 spool discs 10 4 bobbins (one of them in the bobbin case) 11 Selection of needles 12 Seam guide, right 13 Seam ripper...
  • Page 11: Presser Feet

    5 No. 4D Zipper foot 6 No. 5 Blind stitch foot 7 No. 8D Jeans foot 8 No. 20C Open embroidery foot 9 No. 40C Sideways motion foot 10 No. 42 BSR foot Visit www.bernina.com for more accessory information. 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 12: Accessory Box Free Standing

    Accessory accessory box free standing ⦁ on the back of the box, pull both extensions out until they click into place Lay-out The box is equipped as standard with one large 1 and one small 2 drawer as well as a compartment for bobbin holders 5 and presser feet 7. ⦁...
  • Page 13: Overview Sewing Computer

    Overview sewing computer overview sewing computer front view Detail view 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 14 47 Slide-on table socket 20 Carrying handle 48 Darning hoop connection 21 Bobbin winder 49 Special-accessories port 22 Thread cutter on bobbin 50 BSR-connection 51 BERNINA Dual Feed winder 23 Display 24 Stitch width knob 25 «Sewing support»-buttons ⦁ «Home»-button ⦁...
  • Page 15: Important Sewing Information

    Important Sewing information Important Sewing information thread Be sure to select the appropriate thread type and weight for the fabric. For a perfect sewing result, thread and fabric quality play an important role. It is recommended to use quality brands. cotton threads ̶...
  • Page 16: Needles, Threads

    Important Sewing information needles, threads correct needle/thread combination To sew optimally, the thread should travel smoothly down the long groove on the front of the needle. too thin thread or too thick needle The thread has too much clearance in the long groove. Skipped stitches and damage to the thread can occur.
  • Page 17: Overview Needles

    Important Sewing information overview needles universal metafil 130/705 H/60-100 130/705 H-MET/75-80 or H-SUK/90-100 Normal point, slightly rounded Large eye For nearly all natural and synthetic Sewing with metallic threads fabrics (woven and knitted) Jersey/Stretch cordonnet (topstitching) 130/705 H-S, H-SES, H-SUK/70-90 130/705 H-N/80-100 Ball point Small ball point, long eye...
  • Page 18: Sewing Preparation

    3 on the foot control ► the needle adjusts the position up/down removing the foot control ⦁ wind the cable around the reel ⦁ plug cable into 6 uSa/canada only: use only foot controller type LV-1 with sewing computer B 780. 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 19: Slide-On Table

    Sewing preparation Slide-on table The slide-on table increases sewing surface. attaching the slide-on table ⦁ turn the handwheel or press the «Needle stop»-button (see page 13) ► needle is raised ⦁ press «Presser Foot Position»-button ► presser foot is lifted ⦁...
  • Page 20: Vertical Spool Pin

    Sewing preparation Vertical spool pin The vertical spool pin is on the side behind the handwheel. It is an essential aid for sewing with more than one thread, e.g. double needle work and can also be used for winding the bobbin while sewing. ⦁...
  • Page 21: Winding The Lower Thread

    Sewing preparation Winding the lower thread ⦁ turn power switch to «I» ⦁ place empty bobbin on spindle 1 ⦁ place foam pad on the spool pin ⦁ place thread on the spool pin ⦁ attach appropriate spool disc 2 ⦁...
  • Page 22: Inserting A Bobbin/Threading Lower Thread

    Sewing preparation Inserting a bobbin/threading lower thread removing the bobbin from the bobbin case ⦁ press the release lever at the bobbin case (see illustration «Changing bobbin case» on this page) ⦁ remove the bobbin case according to following description ⦁...
  • Page 23: Threading The Upper Thread

    Sewing preparation threading the upper thread ⦁ raise the needle and presser foot ⦁ turn power switch to «0» (off) ⦁ place foam pad on the spool pin ⦁ place spool on pin so that the thread unwinds clockwise ⦁ attach appropriate spool disc ⦁...
  • Page 24: Threading The Double Needle

    Sewing preparation threading the double needle threading the first thread ⦁ raise the needle and the presser foot, remove the presser foot if necessary ⦁ turn power switch to «0» (off) ⦁ insert double needle ⦁ place foam pad on the spool pin ⦁...
  • Page 25: Thread Needle

    Sewing preparation thread needle Position the needle by pressing the foot control once (1 stitch). ⦁ raise the needle ⦁ lower the presser foot ⦁ turn power switch to «0» (off) ⦁ hold thread to the left and back ⦁ press lever 1 down and hold it ⦁...
  • Page 26: Stitch Plate

    Sewing preparation Stitch plate marks on the stitch plate ̶ the stitch plate is marked with vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines in mm and inches ̶ the lines help to guide the fabric for sewing seams and precise topstitching, etc. ̶...
  • Page 27: Thread Tension

    Basic settings are applied automatically when a stitch pattern or program is selected. the upper thread tension is set optimally at the BernIna factory and the sewing computer has been tested. metrosene-/Seralon thread size 100/2 (company mettler, Switzerland) is used for upper and lower thread.
  • Page 28: Security Program

    Sewing preparation Security program ⦁ touch «Needle»- or «Stitch plate»-icon ► «Needle-/Stitch plate overview»-Display appears Display ► yellow flag = recommended, optimal selection ► green flag = optimal element is selected If an inappropriate needle/stitch plate has been selected for the selected stitch pattern, an animation will be displayed and the sewing computer cannot be started.
  • Page 29: Selecting A Presser Foot

    Sewing preparation Selecting a presser foot For every selected stitch pattern the optimal presser foot is displayed in «Presser foot selection»-icon. Display ► yellow flag = optional choice for selected stitch pattern ► green flag = optimal element is selected ⦁...
  • Page 30: Altering Presser Foot Pressure

    Sewing preparation altering presser foot pressure ⦁ touch «Presser foot pressure»-icon ► presser foot pressure scale is displayed ⦁ turn stitch width or stitch length knob to the left or to the right or ⦁ touch «-»- or «+»-icon ► presser foot pressure is increased or decreased ►...
  • Page 31: Feed Dog And Fabric Feed

    Sewing preparation feed dog and fabric feed With each stitch the feed dog moves forward by one step. The length of this step is determined by the stitch length selected. With a very short stitch length the steps are very short. The fabric moves relatively slowly under the presser foot, even at full sewing speed, e.g.
  • Page 32 Notes notes 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 33: Functions

    Functions functions overview «function»-buttons «Start/Stop»-button «pattern begin»-button ̶ starts and stops the sewing computer when ̶ the needle moves to the beginning of a stitch operating with or without foot control pattern or program ̶ starts and stops the BSR-Function if the BSR «needle stop»-button foot is attached and activated ⦁...
  • Page 34 Functions «automatic Securing program»-button needle stop position up and «Quick reverse»- ► press the button before sewing start = the button individual pattern/combination is secured at If «Quick reverse»-button is pressed while sewing the beginning with the number of programmed or after stopping (e.g.
  • Page 35: Overview Main Display

    Display Display overview main Display System settings 1 Home 2 Setup Program 3 Tutorial 4 Creative Consultant 5 Help 6 ECO 7 Clear settings external functions/Views 8 Upper thread tension 9 Security program - needle 10 Presser foot indicator/Selecting a presser foot 11 Presser foot pressure 12 Security program - stitch plate 13 Feed dog position up/down...
  • Page 36 Display Selection 23 Match the stitch pattern size to the Display 24 Single and combi mode 25 Scroll right/left Stitch pattern area 26 Stitch pattern selection Stitch pattern Display 27 Display of the stitch pattern selected 28 Information 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 37: Functions - Display

    Functions - Display functions - Display Sewing functions overview ⦁ touch «i»-icon ► «Function»-Display appears functions 1 Needle stop up/down 2 Pattern repeat 3 Long stitch 4 Mirror Image left/right 5 Mirror Image up/down 6 Altering pattern length/Stitch density 7 Stitch Counter 8 Balance 9 Multi-Directional sewing 10 Permanent reverse sewing...
  • Page 38 Functions - Display altering stitch density 3 Certain decorative stitches (e.g. No. 401) allow an alteration of the stitch density. The set stitch pattern length will not be affected. ⦁ touch «+»-icon ► the stitch density is reduced in 0.05 mm-steps ►...
  • Page 39: Overview Functions Buttonholes

    Functions - Display overview functions buttonholes ⦁ press the «Buttonhole»-button ⦁ select the buttonhole ⦁ touch «i»-icon altering the buttonhole 1 Programming the buttonhole length 2 Buttonhole length direct entry 3 Stitch counter buttonhole 4 Manual buttonhole 5 Buttonhole slit width 6 Balance 7 Backstepping 8 Personal memory permanent...
  • Page 40: Overview Functions Alphabets

    Functions - Display overview functions alphabets ⦁ touch «Alphabet»-button ⦁ select Alphabet ⦁ touch «i»-icon altering alphabet 1 Pattern repeat 2 Font size in alphabets 3 Mirror Image left/right 4 Mirror Image up/down 5 Altering the pattern length 6 Balance 7 Multi-Directional sewing 8 Permanent reverse sewing 9 Backstepping...
  • Page 41: Overview Functions Combi Mode

    Functions - Display overview functions combi mode ⦁ touch «Combi mode»-icon ⦁ select stitch pattern ⦁ touch «i»-icon combination mode 1 Long stitch (without alphabets) 2 Font size in alphabets 3 Mirror Image left/right 4 Mirror Image up/down 5 Altering the pattern length 6 Balance 7 Multi-Directional sewing 8 Editing a combination at cursor position...
  • Page 42 Functions - Display ⦁ touch «Combi mode»-icon ⦁ select the stitch pattern ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Cursor position»-icon functions 1 Combination subdivider (1) 2 Combination subdivider (2) 3 Securing combination subdivider (1) ̶ every combination can be subdivided into several parts ̶...
  • Page 43 Functions - Display ⦁ touch «Combi mode»-icon ⦁ select the stitch pattern ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Edit whole combination»-icon functions 1 Combination repeat 2 Mirror image left/right 3 Multi-Directional sewing 4 Deleting combination repeat adjusting the length in the combination ⦁...
  • Page 44 Functions - Display ⦁ touch «Combi mode»-icon ⦁ Creating combinations ⦁ touch «Editing mode»-icon ⦁ touch «i»-icon functions 1 Connecting stitches 2 Moving single stitch patterns or multiple stitch patterns of a combination 3 Mirror Image left/right 4 Mirror Image up/down 5 Balance 6 Multi-Directional sewing 7 Long stitch...
  • Page 45: Setup Program

    Setup Program Setup program overview «Setup»-Display The Setup Program enables an individual adjustment of the Display surface and the settings according to your personal requirements. After setting the sewing computer to your personal requirements, all changes made in the Setup Program are saved, even when the sewing computer is switched off.
  • Page 46: Sewing Settings

    Setup Program Sewing settings ⦁ touch «Sewing setting»-icon 1 Altering Upper thread tension 2 Sewing speed control 3 Securing stitches at pattern begin 4 Programming «Function»-buttons/«Function»-icon altering upper thread tension ⦁ touch «Thread tension»-icon ⦁ move round knob in the Display to the left/right using the Touchscreen pen or the finger or ⦁...
  • Page 47: Programming «Function"-Buttons/«Function"-Icon

    Setup Program programming «function»-buttons/«function»-icon ⦁ touch «Function»-icon 1 Hover position of the presser foot 2 Automatic securing program 3 Automatic thread cutter and securing stitches 4 Presser foot position with needle stop down 5 Programming «Quick reverse»-button 6 Programming «Securing»-button ⦁...
  • Page 48 Setup Program presser foot position with needle stop down ⦁ touch «Presser foot position»-icon ► with activated icon 14, the presser foot remains down when the sewing computer stops ► with activated icon 15, the presser foot is raised enough to pivot the fabric (hover position) ►...
  • Page 49: Embroidery Settings

    Setup Program embroidery settings ⦁ touch «Embroidery settings»-icon 1 Altering Upper thread tension 2 Altering Embroidery speed control 3 Calibrating the hoop 4 Fabric Thickness 5 Activating or deactiving securing stitches 6 Automatic cut The settings for the upper thread tension 1 and embroidery speed 2 can be adjusted in the same way like the settings for sewing (see page 45).
  • Page 50: Fabric Thickness

    Setup Program fabric thickness ⦁ touch the icon «Fabric thickness» ⦁ if the fabric 7 is ticker than 4 mm, e.g. toweling, select 7.5 mm-icon or 10 mm-icon ► this ensures that the embroidery hoop is only moved when the needle is no longer in the material ►...
  • Page 51: Personal Settings

    Setup Program personal settings ⦁ select «Personal setting»-icon ⦁ select the desired Display and wallpaper color ⦁ touch «Text»-icon 1 Welcome text ⦁ create or change Welcome Text 2 Space bar is at the bottom of the letter keys. ► Welcome text appears in the text icon 2 above the letter keys ⦁...
  • Page 52: Altering The Acoustic Signals

    Setup Program altering the acoustic signals Selecting Stitch pattern/function/BSr ⦁ touch «Acoustic signal»-icon By touching 1 the signals are activated or deactivated. Stitch patterns and function selection 2 can be confirmed acoustically. ⦁ select the desired sound for the stitch patterns/functions by touching the sound icon 1-4 ⦁...
  • Page 53 Setup Program Display settings ⦁ touch «Display setting»-icon Brightness ⦁ move the round knob 1 in the upper part of the Display to the left/right using the Touchscreen pen or the finger or ⦁ turn the stitch width knob or ⦁...
  • Page 54 Setup Program Basic setting ⦁ touch «Basic settings»-icon Back to basic setting Choose from following options: 1 Reset Sewing 2 Reset Embroidery 3 Reset All ⦁ touch the icon, whose settings should be reset to basic setting ⦁ touch to confirm Delete user data Choose from following options: 4 Sewing «Personal program»...
  • Page 55 The Buttonhole foot No. 3A is calibrated to this sewing computer and should only be used on this sewing computer. update attentIon! Do not remove the BernIna uSB stick until there is a message which indicates the end of the update. ⦁ insert BERNINA USB stick with the new software version ⦁...
  • Page 56 ⦁ touch icon 3 ► the data on the stick are saved on the sewing computer Please find the latest version of Software at www.bernina.com cleaning the thread catcher ⦁ touch «Cleaning»-icon ⦁ clean the thread catcher according to the instructions Lubricating the sewing-/embroidery computer ⦁...
  • Page 57 Service data ⦁ touch «Service data»-icon The service data of the present condition of the sewing-/embroidery computer can be saved on a memory stick and sent to the BERNINA-dealer: ⦁ insert memory stick to sewing-/embroidery computer ⦁ touch «LOG»-icon ►...
  • Page 58: Tutorial

    Tutorial tutorial overview tutorial The tutorial provides information and explanations about the different areas of sewing. ⦁ touch «Tutorial»-button ► «Tutorial»-Display appears 1 Threading 2 Sewing techniques 3 BSR 4 Embroidery 5 Presser foot 6 Buttonholes 7 Quilting 8 Troubleshooting 9 Needle 10 Miscellaneous 11 Free Hand System (FHS)
  • Page 59: Creative Consultant

    Creative Consultant creative consultant overview creative consultant The creative consultant provides information and help with various sewing techniques. After selecting the fabric and the desired sewing technique suggestions for suitable needles, presser feet etc. are displayed. ► presser foot pressure and upper thread tension are set automatically ⦁...
  • Page 60: Help Program

    Help Program Help program The Help Program provides information about individual stitch patterns and function icons in the Display. ⦁ touch «Help Program»-button ⦁ select the desired stitch pattern or the desired function Stitch patterns The Display shows the following information: ►...
  • Page 61: Balance

    Balance practical and decorative stitches The sewing computer is tested and optimally set before it leaves the BERNINA factory. Different fabrics, threads and stabilizers can affect programmed stitches so that they are not sewn out properly. These effects can be corrected with the electronic Balance so that the stitch formation can be adjusted where necessary to suit the material.
  • Page 62 Balance The stitch sewn on the fabric e.g. stitch pattern No. 212 is vertically and horizontally distorted. Vertical corrections ⦁ adjust the stitch pattern length via the stitch length knob or «+»/«-»-icons, until the stitch in the right part of the Display is identical with the stitch on the fabric Horizontal corrections ⦁...
  • Page 63: Eco Description

    eco description When the work is interrupted for longer periods, the sewing-/embroidery computer can be put into energy-saving mode. activating eco ⦁ touch «eco»-button ► the Display gets dark ► power consumption is reduced and the sewing light turns off The energy-saving mode also acts as a child safety feature.
  • Page 64 Notes notes 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 65: Overview Practical Stitches

    Practical stitches practical stitches overview practical stitches ⦁ touch «Practical stitch»-button ► the practical stitches are visible in the Display ⦁ further practical stitches are visible by scrolling Straight stitch Honeycomb stitch For non-elastic materials; all straight stitch work, For all types of jersey and smooth materials; visible such as seams, topstitching, sewing zippers seams in lingerie, clothing, linen, mending etc Zig-zag...
  • Page 66 Practical Stitches universal stitch Bartack program For firm fabrics such as felt and leather; flat joining Reinforcing pocket openings, sewing belt loops etc. seams, visible seams, attaching elastic, decorative seams Sewn-out Zig-zag Bartack program Edge finishing and reinforcing, attaching elastic, Reinforcing pocket openings, sewing on belt loops, decorative seam securing zippers and seam ends...
  • Page 67: Selecting Stitch Pattern

    Practical Stitches Selecting stitch pattern Direct-option 1 ⦁ select the desired main category 1-5 1 Practical stitches 2 Decorative stitches 3 Alphabets 4 Buttonholes 5 Quilt stitches 6 Personal program/Memory 7 History ► the available stitch patterns are visible in the Display area 8 ⦁...
  • Page 68: Customizing Stitch Patterns Individually

    Practical Stitches customizing stitch patterns individually A stitch pattern can be individually altered according to the fabric and the application. The adjustments described here are applicable for all practical and many decorative stitches. The personal memory is unlimited; it can hold as many stitch alterations as needed: ̶...
  • Page 69: Personal Memory Permanent

    Practical Stitches personal memory permanent The basic settings programmed by BERNINA can be altered and saved and remain active even when the sewing computer is switched off. altering basic settings ⦁ select stitch pattern, e.g. zig-zag ⦁ alter stitch width and stitch length via the knobs Saving alterations ⦁...
  • Page 70: Altering Stitch Width And Stitch Length

    Practical Stitches altering stitch width and stitch length ⦁ turn the knobs or ⦁ touch stitch width or stitch length Display ⦁ touch «-»/«+» icons in the respective Display or ⦁ move the round knob in the Display using the Touchscreen pen or the finger Can be altered while sewing.
  • Page 71: Straight Stitch

    Practical Stitches application examples of practical Stitches Straight stitch reverse pattern foot no. 1c/1D Straight Stitch no. 1 After turning on the sewing computer the straight stitch will appear. ► the needle is up application Suitable for all fabrics. adjust the stitch length to suit the fabric E.
  • Page 72: Triple Zig-Zag

    Practical Stitches triple Zig-zag reverse pattern foot no. 1c/1D triple Zig-zag no. 7 In firm materials, particularly for denim, deckchair covers, awnings. Seams on often washed items. Finish raw edges first. Use Jeans needle for very firm materials. 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 73: Zipper

    Practical stitches Zipper Zipper foot no. 4D Straight stitch no. 1 preparation ⦁ close seam to the zipper beginning ⦁ sew securing stitches ⦁ baste seam closed and clean ⦁ finish the seam allowance ⦁ iron the seam ⦁ open the zipper ⦁...
  • Page 74: Manual Darning

    Practical Stitches manual darning Darning foot no. 9 (optional accessory) Straight stitch no. 1 Holes or worn areas «Replacing» threads along the lengthside and crosswise in every material. preparation ⦁ lower the feed dog ⦁ attach the Slide-on table ⦁ hoop the fabric into the round embroidery hoop (optional accessory) ►...
  • Page 75: Automatic Darning

    Practical Stitches automatic Darning reverse pattern foot no. 1c Buttonhole foot no. 3a Simple darning program no. 22 Quick darning of holes or worn areas Replaces threads along the lengthwise grain in all materials. preparation ⦁ hoop light weight materials in the round embroidery hoop (optional accessory) ►...
  • Page 76: Reinforced Darning, Automatic

    Practical Stitches reinforced darning, automatic Buttonhole foot no. 3a reinforced darning program no. 23 Quick darning of holes or worn areas Replaces threads along the lengthwise grain in all materials. preparation ⦁ hoop light weight materials in the round embroidery hoop (optional accessory) ►...
  • Page 77: Finishing Edges

    Practical Stitches finishing edges reverse pattern foot no. 1c Zig-zag no. 2 ̶ for all fabrics ̶ for finishing raw edges ̶ elastic seams ̶ decorative sewing finishing edges ⦁ guide edge of fabric into the center of the presser foot ⦁...
  • Page 78: Topstitching Edges

    Practical Stitches topstitching edges Blindstitch foot no. 5 reverse pattern foot no. 1c edge stitch foot no. 10/10c/10D (optional accessory) Straight stitch no. 1 narrow edgestitching outer edges ⦁ place edge of fold left against the guide on the blindstitch foot ⦁...
  • Page 79: Blind Hems

    Practical Stitches Blind Hems Blindstitch foot no. 5 Blindstitch no. 9 For invisible hems in medium to heavy weight cotton, wool and blended materials. preparation ⦁ finish the raw edges ⦁ fold the hem and baste or pin in place ⦁...
  • Page 80: Securing Program

    Practical Stitches Securing program reverse pattern foot no. 1c Securing program no. 5 ̶ for all fabrics ̶ secures beginning and end of seam Sewing long seams with straight stitch Even securing by defined stitch count. Sewing start ⦁ press the foot control ►...
  • Page 81: Flat Joining Seam

    Practical Stitches flat joining seam reverse pattern foot no. 1c Stretch overlock no. 13 Ideal for fluffy or thick materials such as terry cloth, felt and leather etc. Sewing ⦁ overlap fabric edges ⦁ sew along the fabric edge ⦁ the needle should sew over the edge of the top layer on the right side ►...
  • Page 82: Height Compensation Of Uneven Layers

    Practical Stitches Height compensation of uneven layers The feed dog works accurately when the foot is level. If the presser foot is at an angle when sewing over a thick seam, the feed dog cannot grip. The fabric may jam. To solve this problem, place one, two or three compensating plates as required behind the needle under the presser foot to level it.
  • Page 83: Overview Buttonholes

    Buttonholes Buttonholes overview Buttonholes Buttonholes are not only practical closures, they can also be used as a decorative effect. All buttonholes can be programmed and sewn in different ways. ⦁ touch «Buttonhole»-button ⦁ scroll to see more buttonholes Standard buttonhole Straight stitch buttonhole For light to medium weight fabrics;...
  • Page 84: Important Information

    Buttonholes Important information marking the length of manual buttonholes ⦁ mark the buttonhole length in the desired position ⦁ use Buttonhole foot No. 3C (optional accessory) marking the length of automatic buttonholes ⦁ mark the length of just one buttonhole ►...
  • Page 85 Buttonholes Stabilizer ̶ interfacing provides durability and stability to the buttonhole ̶ choose the interfacing according to the material being used ̶ when using thick or fluffy materials an embroidery stabilizer can be used ► therefore the fabric feeds better 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 86: Cord

    Buttonholes cord In general ̶ cords reinforce buttonholes and enhance their appearance ̶ mainly suitable for buttonhole No. 51 ⦁ position the work accordingly Ideal cords ̶ Perle cotton No. 8 ̶ strong hand-sewing thread ̶ fine crochet yarn cord with the automatic Buttonhole foot no. 3a ⦁...
  • Page 87: Altering The Balance

    Buttonholes altering the balance ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Balance»-icon Balance with direct entry length buttonholes The balance alterations have the same effect on both beads. Balance with direct entry length keyhole or round buttonholes The balance alterations have the same effect on both beads. The keyhole or eye is balanced as follows: ⦁...
  • Page 88: Programming Buttonholes

    Buttonholes programming Buttonholes Standard and stretch buttonhole with auto-length, automatically Buttonhole foot no. 3a The lens on the automatic Buttonhole foot No. 3A automatically registers the length of the buttonhole for exact duplication. For buttonholes of 4-31 mm, depending on the buttonhole type. The slide foot must lie perfectly flat on the fabric! If the slide foot rests on a seam allowance, the length cannot be measured accurately.
  • Page 89: Automatic With Direct Entry Length

    Buttonholes automatic with Direct entry Length Buttonhole foot no. 3a programming the buttonhole length Buttonholes can be sewn to a specific length with the Buttonhole foot No. 3A. Buttonhole length = cutting length in mm. ⦁ select the desired buttonhole ⦁...
  • Page 90: Automatic Round And Keyhole Buttonhole

    Buttonholes automatic round and keyhole buttonhole Buttonhole foot no. 3a The slide foot must lie perfectly flat on the fabric! If the slide foot rests on a seam allowance, the length cannot be measured accurately. automatic round and Keyhole buttonhole no. 54-58, 68 programming buttonholes ⦁...
  • Page 91 Buttonholes Buttonhole with double pointed bartack no. 66 and decorative buttonhole with double pointed bartack no. 69 programming the buttonhole ⦁ sew the first bead forward ⦁ stop the sewing computer ⦁ press «Quick reverse»-button ► «auto» and the programmed length (in mm) appears in the Display ►...
  • Page 92: Heirloom Buttonhole

    Buttonholes Heirloom Buttonhole Buttonhole foot no. 3a Heirloom buttonhole no. 63 programming buttonholes ⦁ sew first bead forward ⦁ stop the sewing computer ⦁ press «Quick reverse»-button ► «auto» and the programmed length (in mm) appears in the Display ► the buttonhole length is programmed The sewing computer sews the following automatically: 2 the round part...
  • Page 93: Buttonhole In Long Term Memory

    Buttonholes Buttonhole in Long term memory ⦁ touch «Memory»-button programming the buttonhole ⦁ touch «Save»-icon 1 ► a Display with four folders appears ⦁ select the folder where the buttonhole is to be saved, e.g. 1 ⦁ touch the yellow-framed «Save»-icon ►...
  • Page 94 Buttonholes altering saved buttonhole ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Direct entry length»-icon ⦁ alter the length of the saved buttonhole ⦁ touch «i»- or «Close»-icon ⦁ reprogram the buttonhole as described ⦁ touch «Memory»-button Deleting a saved buttonhole ⦁ touch «Delete»-icon 1 ►...
  • Page 95: Or 5-Step Buttonhole, Manually

    Buttonholes 7- or 5-step Buttonhole, manually Buttonhole foot no. 3c (optional accessory) ⦁ select the desired buttonhole ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «man»-icon The length of the beads is manually determinded when sewing. Bartack, eye and securing stitches are pre-programmed. The individual steps can also be selected by scrolling, by using the arrow icons, by direct selection or by touching the «Quick reverse»-button.
  • Page 96: Button Sew-On Program

    Button sew-on program Button sew-on program ⦁ touch «Buttonhole«-button ⦁ touch «Button sew-on program»-icon Darning foot no. 9 (optional accessory) Button sew-on foot no. 18 (optional accessory) Button sew-on program no. 60 For buttons with 2 and 4 holes. preparation ⦁...
  • Page 97: Eyelet Program

    Eyelet Program eyelet program ⦁ touch «Buttonhole«-button ⦁ touch «Eyelet program»-icon reverse pattern foot no. 1c open embroidery foot no. 20c eyelet with small zig-zag no. 61 Straight stitch eyelet no. 62 Sewing eyelets ⦁ select eyelet ⦁ position fabric under the presser foot and sew eyelet program ►...
  • Page 98: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches Decorative Stitches overview Decorative Stitches ⦁ press «Decorative stitch»-button ► Display shows an overview of the categories ⦁ select the desired category ► the desired category is activated ⦁ select desired stitch pattern ⦁ touch icon 1 ► the Display changes to the big overview application Depending on the type of material, simple or more complex decorative stitches...
  • Page 99 Decorative Stitches tapering Tapering is a technique in which the stitch patterns come to a point at the beginning and end. Four different angles are pre-programmed and another angle can be determined manually. ⦁ select stitch No. 1401 ► the first section 1 is active ►...
  • Page 100 Decorative Stitches programming the length of section 2 ► «REC»-icon is active (dark), when a tapering pattern is selected ⦁ sew the first section ⦁ use «Quick reverse »-button to set the length of section 2 ► once the length is programmed, the field is turned off (inactive, bright) ►...
  • Page 101: Application Examples Of Decorative Stitches

    Decorative Stitches application examples of Decorative stitches cross Stitch reverse pattern foot no. 1c/1D or open embroidery foot no. 20c or 20D (optional accessory) cross Stitch ̶ cross stitching is a traditional technique, and extends the range of decorative stitches ̶...
  • Page 102: Pintucks

    Decorative Stitches pintucks pintuck feet (optional accessory) ̶ No. 30 (3 grooves) = 4 mm double needle: for heavy weight materials ̶ No. 31 (5 grooves) = 3 mm double needle: for heavy to medium weight materials ̶ No. 32 (7 grooves) = 2 mm double needle: for light to medium weight materials ̶...
  • Page 103: Bobbin-Play Sewing

    Decorative Stitches Bobbin-play sewing attentIon! for this application an accessory bobbin case is required. free motion sewing The bobbin can be filled 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.
  • Page 104: Overview Quilt Stitches

    Quilt Stitches Quilt Stitches overview Quilt Stitches Various stitch patterns are available which are used especially in quilting, for patchwork or for appliqué. ⦁ touch «Quilt stitch»-button ⦁ select desired stitch pattern ► the stitch width cannot be altered with certain stitch patterns ►...
  • Page 105: Application Examples Of Quilt Stitches

    Quilt Stitches application examples of Quilt stitches Handlook quilt stitch reverse pattern foot no. 1c Handlook quilt stitch no. 1328, 1347, 1348, 1350 Suitable for all fabrics and work which should look «hand sewn». thread ̶ Upper thread = Monofilament ̶...
  • Page 106: Free-Motion Quilting

    Quilt Stitches free-motion quilting Darning foot no. 9 (optional accessory) Straight stitch no. 1 free-motion quilting For all types of free motion quilting work. preparation ⦁ pin top layer, batting and backing together, or baste if necessary ⦁ attach slide-on table ⦁...
  • Page 107: Bsr (Bernina Stitch Regulator)

    BSr (BernIna Stitch regulator) Quilting with BSr BSr-function The BSR presser foot reacts to the movement of the fabric under the foot and controls the speed of the sewing computer up to the maximum speed possible. The following applies: the faster the fabric is moved, the higher the speed of the sewing computer.
  • Page 108 For an even sewing start (the first stitch) the foot control must be pressed and the fabric moved simultaneously. This also applies for sewing points and straight stitching within a round form. If the BSR function is deactivated and later re-activated without the sewing computer being switched off in between, the last selected BSR mode is active.
  • Page 109: Functions In The Bsr Mode

    functions in the BSr mode needle stop down (standard) ► the arrow points down on «BSR»-Display ► the sewing computer stops with needle down, when taking foot off foot control or when «Start/Stop»-button is pressed needle stop up ⦁ touch «Needle stop»-icon in the Display ►...
  • Page 110 Beeper (audio signal) activation/deactivation ⦁ press «Setup»-button ⦁ touch «Acoustic signal»-icon Selecting sound for BSr in the Setup program ► one sound is set as default (active) ⦁ touch the icon 1 showing the loudspeaker for BSR ► the loudspeaker turns white and the icon dark ►...
  • Page 111: Bsr Function Deactivation

    activating BSr Sewing function 1st option: BSR-Function via the foot control ⦁ plug in the foot control ⦁ press the foot control ► presser foot is lowered ⦁ press the foot control again ► BSR mode starts ► a red light appears on the presser foot ⦁...
  • Page 112: Bernina Dual Feed

    If an incorrect presser foot is attached, the sewing computer will not start with the dual feed engaged. an error message will appear. With the BERNINA Dual Feed the top and bottom layer of fabric are fed simultaneously. Striped and checkered patterns can be matched perfectly by even feeding.
  • Page 113 BERNINA Dual Feed fabrics Difficult-to-work-with fabrics (with a nap, slippery, sticky etc.): ̶ velvet, normally sewn with the grain ̶ toweling ̶ Jersey, especially when sewing it crosswise to knit ̶ fake fur or coated fake fur ̶ fleece-types of fabrics ̶...
  • Page 114: Alphabets

    Alphabets alphabets overview alphabet Block-, Double Block-, Script and Comic alphabet as well as Cyrillic can be sewn in two different sizes. Monograms can be sewn in three different sizes. Block-, Double Block-, Script and Comic alphabet as well as Cyrillic can be sewn in lower case letters.
  • Page 115: Combining Characters

    Alphabets combining characters Individual letters and rows of the same letter of the same alphabet are sewn in single mode. Letters for names, addresses, words, etc. are combined and sewn in combi mode. ⦁ touch «Combi mode»-icon ⦁ touch the icon with the desired letter ►...
  • Page 116: Correcting The Combination

    Alphabets correcting the combination Inserting character The letter is inserted below the cursor. Activating desired place: ⦁ select or scroll to required letter in the Editing Area ► the stitch pattern combination is moved to the starting position of the desired stitch pattern in the stitch altering area ⦁...
  • Page 117: Monograms

    Alphabets monograms Monograms are stitched in sideways motion. ⦁ start (white dot) and end (red cross) are visible in the Stitch Altering Area ► the stitch width cannot be altered ► is displayed by a symbol ► touch «Adjusting size»-icon ►...
  • Page 118 Alphabets monogram Sizes Font size 1 = 30 mm ► when starting the monogram category the size is 1 is activated (big «A» is dark) ► monograms in size 1 are individual letters ► the sewing computer sews and stops automatically Font size 2 = 20 mm ⦁...
  • Page 119: Personal Program

    Personal Program personal program creating a personal Display Use the Personal Program to create a folder with stitches you use the most for a special project. Stitch patterns as well as their alterations are saved in the Personal Program. The following alterations can be saved: ̶...
  • Page 120 Personal Program ⦁ touch «Save»- 3 or «OK»-icon 4 ► the altered zig-zag is saved ► the Display closes programming/Saving second stitch pattern ⦁ touch «Buttonhole«-button ⦁ select standard buttonhole No. 51 ⦁ save the stitch pattern as desribed above ⦁...
  • Page 121: Altering/Overwriting Stitch Patterns

    Personal Program altering/overwriting stitch patterns Selecting stitch patterns ⦁ press «Personal program»-button 1 ⦁ touch «Open»-icon ⦁ touch desired folder ⦁ select zig-zag ⦁ make alterations ► stitch width and stitch length are altered (yellow numbers) ⦁ touch «Back»-icon 2 ⦁...
  • Page 122: Deleting Stitch Patterns

    Personal Program Deleting stitch patterns Selecting stitch patterns ⦁ touch «Personal program»-button ⦁ touch «Delete»-icon 1 ⦁ select the desired folder ⦁ select the stitch pattern to be deleted ⦁ touch to confirm ► stitch pattern is deleted ► the remaining stitch patterns are moved by one position 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 123: Combi Mode

    Combi Mode combi mode The sewing-/embroidery computer has a memory system where both, the sewing and embroidery memories are saved. In the sewing memory stitch patterns, lettering and numbers can be combined and saved. « » In the sewing memory each Drawer can store a maximum of 70 stitch patterns as long as there is sufficient free space (capacity) available.
  • Page 124: Deleting Stitch Patterns

    Combi Mode Deleting Stitch patterns Deleting individual stitches ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Delete»-icon ► the stitch pattern above the cursor is deleted ⦁ touch «Delete»-icon as many times until the Stitch Altering Area is empty or ⦁ select the desired stitch pattern with finger, keep it pressed and move it to the right ⦁...
  • Page 125: Opening A Saved Combination

    Combi Mode opening a saved combination ⦁ optionally touch «Combination overview»-icon ⦁ touch «Memory»-button ⦁ touch «Open»-icon 1 ► a summary of the saved combinations appears ⦁ touch the desired drawer ► the saved combination appears in the Stitch Altering Area 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 126: Correcting A Stitch Pattern Combination

    Combi Mode correcting a stitch pattern combination Inserting a stitch pattern ⦁ select the desired position in the combination or in the Editing Area ⦁ select a new stitch pattern ► the new stitch pattern is inserted below the selected stitch pattern To insert a stitch pattern at the beginning of a combination the cursor must be positioned above the first stitch pattern.
  • Page 127 Combi Mode adjusting the width within the combination The width of all stitch patterns within a combination can be adjusted to the widest stitch pattern. ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Edit whole combination»-icon ⦁ touch «Stitch width scale»-icon 3 ► the «Stitch width»-Display appears ⦁...
  • Page 128 Combi Mode moving individual stitch patterns in a combination ⦁ touch «Combination overview»-icon ⦁ select desired stitch pattern ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Connecting stitches»-icon ⦁ move the stitch pattern in 0.1 mm steps using the knobs or «+»/«-»-icons or ⦁...
  • Page 129: History

    Combi Mode/History Stitch pattern combination overwriting ⦁ program a new stitch combination ⦁ touch «Memory»-button ⦁ touch «Save»-icon ⦁ select the drawer to be overwritten (e.g. 3) ⦁ touch to confirm Touch to cancel the overwriting procedure. Deleting ⦁ touch «Memory»-button ⦁...
  • Page 130: Contents Embroidery

    ⦁ Selecting alphabet ⦁ Scaling/Sizing motifs Entering/Correcting lettering ⦁ Deleting lettering Different stitch types ⦁ Corrections ⦁ Underlay stitches BERNINA embroidery motifs ⦁ Satin stitch ⦁ ⦁ Motif overview Step stitch ⦁ Connecting stitches Stitch patterns ⦁ Stitch pattern overview...
  • Page 131 Contents Embroidery Altering motif features Embroidery sequence control when thread breaks Fill stitch types ⦁ Returning to original position ⦁ Changing stitch types ⦁ Resuming embroidery Motif colors Cleaning ⦁ Reallocating motif colors ⦁ Changing the thread brand Troubleshooting ⦁ Embroidering the motif by color ⦁...
  • Page 132: Accessory

    Accessory Accessory Standard Accessory 1 Embroidery hoop oval, 145x255 mm 2 Embroidery template for embroidery hoop oval, VAR 00 3 Embroidery hoop medium, 100x130 mm 4 Embroidery template for medium embroidery hoop 5 Embroidery hoop small, 72x50 mm 6 Embroidery template for embroidery hoop small, blue 7 USB connecting cable 8 Embroidery needle pack (SUK)
  • Page 133: Embroidery Module Detail View

    Preparation Embroidery module Detail view 1 Embroidery arm 2 Sewing computer guide rails 3 Bracket for attaching embroidery hoop 4 Connection to the sewing computer 5 Connection for embroidery module 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 134: Important Embroidery Information

    Important Embroidery information Important Embroidery information Embroidery threads A good quality thread is essential for embroidery to avoid poor stitch quality, thread breakage, etc. Embroidery is particularly effective if you use 40wt glossy rayon or polyester embroidery threads as upper threads. They are available in a wide range of colors for beautiful embroidery.
  • Page 135: Choosing The Embroidery Motif

    Scaling/Sizing motifs Motifs can be scaled/sized using the on-screen icons or with the BERNINA Embroidery Software on the PC. Increasing/decreasing in a range of +/- 20 % provides the best results.
  • Page 136: Different Stitch Types

    Important Embroidery information Different stitch types Underlay stitches Underlay stitches are the foundation of a motif and are used to stabilize the base material and hold it in shape. They also prevent the covering stitches of the motif from sinking into the knit or the nap of the material. Satin stitch The needle moves left to right and vice versa.
  • Page 137: Preparing For Embroidery

    Preparing for embroidery Preparing for embroidery Attaching the Module ATTENTION! The slide-on table must not be attached while the embroidery module is being attached or removed. When attaching the embroidery module ensure that all the units are on the same even surface! The embroidery computer may run at high speeds when embroidering.
  • Page 138: Embroidery Foot/Embroidery Needle

    Preparing for embroidery Embroidery foot/Embroidery needle Embroidery needle Embroidery needles (130/705 H-SUK) provide a larger eye and are slightly rounded. This avoids thread abrasion when using Rayon- and cotton embroidery thread. ̶ use SUK-needles ̶ depending on the embroidery thread use a size No. 70-SUK to No. 90-SUK needle ̶...
  • Page 139: Embroidery Hoop

    ⦁ attach the embroidery template holder ⦁ place the template in the inner hoop, so the BERNINA logo is at the front edge (by the arrows) and can be read ► in this position the embroidery template clicks into the inner hoop Hooping the material ⦁...
  • Page 140: Stabilizers

    Stabilizers Stabilizers Stabilizers Tear-away stabilizers ̶ excess is easily torn away ̶ one or more layers can be used ̶ available in different weights ̶ for more stability, apply to the wrong side of the material with temporary adhesive spray before hooping ̶...
  • Page 141: Iron-On Interfacing

    Stabilizer Iron-on interfacing Iron-on interfacings are available in a variety of weights. Iron-on interfacings should be selected to suit the material being used. Use an iron-on interfacing which is easily removable from the material. ⦁ iron-on interfacings are pressed (fused) to the wrong side of the material Application: To provide body and shape for materials onto which motifs will be placed, use in conjunction with appropriate stabilizer.
  • Page 142: Functions

    Functions Functions Overview «Function»-buttons embroidery computer «Start/Stop»-button Press the button to start or stop the embroidery computer. «Presser foot position»-button ⦁ press the button ► the presser foot is lowered a bit and lifted again for easy positioning of the material ►...
  • Page 143: Overview Display

    Overview Display Overview Display Entry to Embroidery mode ⦁ press «Home»-button Embroidery mode ⦁ touch «Embroidery mode»-icon 2 ► the «Embroidery»-Display appears Sewing mode ⦁ touch «Sewing mode»-icon 1 ► the «Sewing»-Display appears Embroidery computer To select embroidery motifs from the folders «Alphabets», «Motifs», «Stitch patterns»...
  • Page 144: Embroidery Alphabet

    Overview Display Embroidery Alphabet ⦁ touch «Alphabet»-icon ⦁ select the desired alphabet 1 Drifter 2 Childs Play 3 Victoria 4 Anniversary 5 Swiss Block 6 Quilt Block 7 Old English 8 Russian Textbook Back to selection menu Back to the «Selection»-display. 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 145: Bernina Motifs

    5 Flowers 6 Seasons 7 Children 8 Sports and Hobby 9 Animals 10 Flowers outline BERNINA stitch patterns ⦁ touch «Stitch pattern»- icon ⦁ select the desired stitch pattern folder ► all stitch patterns contained in the sewing mode can also be...
  • Page 146: Embroidery Motif From Usb-Stick (Optional Accessory)

    Overview Display Embroidery motif from USB-Stick (optional accessory) ⦁ insert USB-Stick ⦁ touch «USB-Stick»-icon ⦁ touch the desired motif 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 147: Edit»-Display

    Overview Display «Edit»-display 1 Upper thread tension 2 Security program - needle 3 Presser foot Display/Presser foot selection 4 Select hoop 5 Security program - stitch plate 6 Feed dog position up/down 7 Bobbin status 8 Selection 9 Edit 10 Color numbers 11 Embroidery menu Upper thread tension ►...
  • Page 148 Overview Display Presser foot Display/Presser foot selection Embroidery foot No. 26 is displayed by default. ⦁ touch the icon ► additional presser feet, such as Free motion couching foot No. 43, are displayed and can be selected ⦁ attach and select the appropriate presser foot for the project Select hoop ►...
  • Page 149: Overview «Edit»-Display

    Overview Display Overview «Edit»-Display ⦁ select alphabet or motif ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «zoom plus»- icon Some functions feature tips for the operating of the stitch width and stitch length knobs. Functions 1 Moving the view of the motif 2 Moving the view of the motif within the hoop 3 Zoom minus 4 Zoom plus...
  • Page 150 Overview Display Moving the motif Checking motif size Display of the alteration in 1/10 mm. The motif size is traveled by the four arrow icons. ⦁ turn stitch width knob ⦁ touch «Motif center»-icon ► ► the motif is moved in sideways (horizontally) the needle moves to the center position of the motif ⦁...
  • Page 151 Overview Display ⦁ touch «Hoop size»-icon Functions 1 Moving the hoop to the left 2 Moving the hoop to the back 3 Parking the module 4 Grid 5 Motif center 6 Virtual positioning 7 Select hoop/Display Moving the hoop to the left Select hoop/Display ►...
  • Page 152 Notes Notes 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 153: Overview Embroidery Menu

    Overview Display Overview Embroidery menu ⦁ press «Embroidery menu»-button With some functions the instruction to use the knobs appears. Functions 1 Color information 2 Selection 3 Basting 4 Moving the hoop 5 Edit 6 Thread breakage 7 Cutting connecting stitches 8 Color numbers 9 Embroidering motifs according to color sequence/Reducing color changes...
  • Page 154: Overview Selection Menu

    Overview Display Overview Selection menu ⦁ press «Selection»-button Functions 1 Opening new motif 2 Adding motif 3 Saving motif 4 Deleting motif Opening new motif ► the overview of the previous Display is opened (Alphabet, Motifs, Stitch patterns, My Designs) ⦁...
  • Page 155: Overview Color Display

    Overview Display Overview Color Display ⦁ press «Color number»-button Changing the thread brand ► the Display showing different thread brands is opened 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 156: Embroidery Motifs

    Overview Display Embroidery motifs Selecting an embroidery motif Various embroidery motifs from the «Alphabets», «Motifs», «Stitch patterns» and «My Designs» files can be selected. Alphabets Selecting alphabet ⦁ touch «Alphabet»-icon ► the various alphabet types are visible in the Display ⦁...
  • Page 157: Bernina Embroidery Motifs

    Embroidery motifs BERNINA embroidery motifs All BERNINA embroidery motifs can either be embroidered as-is, or changed using the various functions offered by the embroidery computer. Motif overview ⦁ touch «Motif»-icon The motifs are displayed in folders according to topics. ⦁...
  • Page 158: Motifs In Combination With Functions

    Embroidery motifs Motifs in combination with functions To activate the functions touch the appropriate icon and make adjustments with the stitch width and stitch length knobs. Moving embroidery motifs ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Move motif»-icon ⦁ turn the stitch width knob ►...
  • Page 159: Altering Embroidery Motifs Proportionally

    Embroidery motifs Altering embroidery motifs proportionally ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Enlarging or reducing motif proportionally»-icon ⦁ turn stitch width knob to the right ► the motif is enlarged ⦁ turn stitch width knob to the left ► the motif is reduced ►...
  • Page 160: Select Hoop

    Embroidery motifs Select hoop ⦁ touch «Select hoop»-icon For best embroidery results always use the smallest hoop possible for the motif. ⦁ select desired hoop ► the selected hoop is framed in white and marked in the corner top right ⦁...
  • Page 161: Absolute Embroidery Check

    Embroidery motifs Absolute embroidery check By using the Touchscreen pen any position within the motif can be selected directly in the «Edit»-Display. ⦁ select and edit motif ⦁ attach the respective hoop The «Motif center»-icon must be deactivated in order to utilize Absolute check. ⦁...
  • Page 162: Zoom

    Embroidery motifs Zoom ⦁ touch «Zoom+»-icon 1-5x ► the view of the motif is enlarged by one step ⦁ touch «Zoom-»-icon 1-5x ► the enlarged view of the motif is scaled-down by one step Moving the embroidery motif ⦁ touch «Move»-icon ⦁...
  • Page 163: Endless Embroidery

    Embroidery motifs Endless Embroidery When embroidering a border, it is advantageous to use the Mega or Jumbo Hoop. The fabric requires less rehooping than with the Oval Hoop. We recommend marking reference lines on the fabric, and using the template when hooping and rehooping.
  • Page 164 Embroidery motifs ⦁ touch to confirm ► the «Edit»-Display appears ⦁ touch «i»-icon ► the function overview closes ⦁ change to the Embroidery Display and embroider the border In the embroidery menu it‘s possible to change the embroidery speed. ⦁ after the reference points are stitched, touch the «Endless embroidery»...
  • Page 165: Combinations

    Embroidery motifs Combinations Creating combinations ⦁ select the desired motif from the selection menu of the embroidery computer ► the motif 1 appears in the «Edit»-Display Adding embroidery motifs ⦁ touch «Add embroidery motif»-icon or ⦁ press «Selection»-button ⦁ touch «Add motif»-icon ⦁...
  • Page 166: Lettering

    Embroidery motifs Lettering Lettering (e.g. words) can be combined with other alphabet characters or motifs. The individual words (e.g. Made to create) are individually combined by the line and positioned individually. Combining ⦁ touch «Alphabet»-icon ► the various alphabet types are visible in the Display ⦁...
  • Page 167: Lettering And Embroidery Motifs

    Embroidery motifs Lettering and embroidery motifs Depending on the application, the characters are added after an embroidery motif is selected or the characters are combined first and then added to the motif (e.g. embellished lettering). Combining ⦁ select desired embroidery motif ►...
  • Page 168: Altering Motif Features

    Embroidery motifs Altering motif features ⦁ touch «i»-icon ⦁ touch «Alter motif features»-icon Altering stitch type. Altering stitch density. ⦁ touch «Change stitch type»-icon ► the basic setting of the step stitch is activated If the motif is enlarged substantially, long satin stitches occur, tunneling the fabric.
  • Page 169: Fill Stitch Types

    Embroidery motifs Fill stitch types The embroidery motifs are filled with satin or step stitches. Satin stitch The needle moves left to right and vice versa. Step stitch (Fill stitch) The needle stitches in straight rows at regular intervals. ⦁ touch «Change stitch type»-icon Changing stitch type The satin stitch fill changes to a maximum of 8 mm long step stitches fill (basic...
  • Page 170: Motif Colors

    Embroidery motifs Motif colors Reallocating motif colors ⦁ touch «Color number»-icon in the Display ⦁ scroll with the arrow icons, if necessary, until the color to be changed appears ⦁ select the color to be changed (e.g. 1) ⦁ touch «Thread color»-icon ⦁...
  • Page 171: Embroidering The Motif By Color

    Embroidery motifs Embroidering the motif by color ⦁ press «Embroidery menu»-button ► «Reduce color changes»-icon is inactive (standard, gray) ► the colors of a motif are not reduced, the embroidery sequence remains as set originally. The number of color changes 2 remains as it is Reducing color changes ⦁...
  • Page 172: Basting

    Embroidery motifs Basting ⦁ press «Embroidery menu»-button ⦁ touch «Basting»-icon The embroidery motif is outlined with a straight stitch. This serves as an additional anchoring of the project so that the fabric and stabilizer are adhered. ⦁ touch «Basting»-icon again ►...
  • Page 173: Importing Stitch Patterns From The Sewing Mode

    Embroidery motifs Importing stitch patterns from the sewing mode Stitch patterns or stitch pattern combinations can be imported from the sewing mode to the embroidery mode and they can be edited like embroidery motifs. Therefore e.g. endless embroidery patterns are combined, duplicated, mirrored etc.
  • Page 174: Saving Embroidery Motifs

    Saving embroidery motifs Embroidery motifs from the embroidery computer, the USB stick or designs created in the BERNINA Embroidery Software can be altered in different ways, then saved. Embroidery motifs can either be saved in the embroidery computer memory or on an USB Stick.
  • Page 175: Overwriting Motifs

    Embroidery motifs Overwriting motifs Saved motifs in the memory or on an USB stick can be overwritten directly by another motif. ⦁ select the desired embroidery motif ⦁ insert USB stick ⦁ press «Selection»-button ⦁ touch «Save»-icon The motif to be saved is displayed in a yellow frame. ⦁...
  • Page 176: Deleting Saved Single Motif

    Embroidery motifs Deleting saved single motif ⦁ insert USB stick ⦁ press «Selection»-button ⦁ touch «Delete»-icon ⦁ touch «USB-Stick»-icon or ⦁ touch «Embroidery computer»-icon ⦁ select the motif to be deleted ⦁ touch to confirm ► the motif is deleted Cancelling deleting ⦁...
  • Page 177: Deleting All Saved Motifs

    Embroidery motifs Deleting all saved motifs It is possible to delete the content of the folder «My Designs» or the USB stick all at once. ⦁ press «Setup»-button ⦁ touch «Sewing computer settings»-icon ⦁ touch «Reset»-icon When embroidering there are two options to choose from: 1 My Design 2 USB stick (the stick must be inserted) ⦁...
  • Page 178: Starting To Embroider

    Embroidery motifs Starting to embroider Select hoop ⦁ select embroidery motif ► the selected motif is displayed in the optimal (the smallest) hoop ► the «Select hoop»-icon 1 displays the recommended hoop ⦁ attach the recommended hoop Attaching the embroidery hoop ⦁...
  • Page 179: Embroidery Menu

    Embroidery motifs Embroidery menu ► embroidery menu is opened ► the motif is ready for embroidering Embroidering using the «Start/Stop»-button on the headframe ⦁ press the «Start/Stop»-button on the headframe, until the embroidery computer starts ► the embroidery computer sews approximately 7 stitches and stops automatically ►...
  • Page 180: End Of Embroidery

    Embroidery motifs End of embroidery ⦁ after completing the motif touch the icon 1 to finish the embroidery process, or touch «Endless Embroidery»-icon 2 again to repeat the border embroidery Embroidering with foot control When embroidering with the foot control always keep it depressed. ⦁...
  • Page 181: Thread Breakage When Embroidering

    Embroidery motifs Thread breakage when embroidering The upper or lower thread may occasionally run out or break when you are embroidering. When this happens, the embroidery computer stops automatically, provided that the thread and bobbin indicators are activated in the setup program. Upper or lower thread breaks ►...
  • Page 182: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning ATTENTION! Disconnect plug from the socket before cleaning or lubricating! Never use alcohol, petrol, white spirit or any type of solvent to clean the sewing computer! Cleaning the Display and the sewing computer Wipe with a soft, damp cloth. Feed dog area Clean the sewing computer after every use - remove any lint from under the stitch plate and in the hook area.
  • Page 183 ⦁ remove the hook ⦁ fill as much BERNINA-oil into both oil depots so that the felts are damp ⦁ insert the hook ⦁ close hook race cover and fastening bracket, release bracket must engage ⦁...
  • Page 184: Troubleshooting

    ⦁ ̶ upper thread too tight/too slack reduce/increase upper thread tension formation ⦁ ̶ needle blunt or bent use new BERNINA quality needle ̶ poor quality needle ⦁ use new BERNINA quality needle ̶ poor quality thread ⦁ use quality thread (Isacord, Mettler, Gütermann etc.) ̶...
  • Page 185 Update error ̶ USB stick is not recognized ⦁ use a BERNINA USB stick ̶ Update process is blocked (hourglass ⦁ remove the stick and turn the sewing computer off and on stays on Display) again.
  • Page 186 Remove any thread lint from the hook area/bobbin case ⦁ remove the hook and check the magnetic back of the hook for broken off needle parts ̶ incorrect presser foot for BERNINA ⦁ attach a «D» presser foot Dual Feed switched on ⦁...
  • Page 187 Troubleshooting General Explanation Repair Messages ̶ contact between embroidery computer ⦁ reconnect embroidery module and switch off and on the and embroidery module is interrupted embroidery computer due to vibrations ⦁ calibrate according to User Instructions page 48 ̶ needle position doesn‘t correspond to center of hoop ̶...
  • Page 188 BERNINA USB stick and do not remove during the update process ̶ new SW Version is not available on the ⦁ save the new SW Version on the BERNINA USB stick and stick start the update again ̶ Update successful ⦁...
  • Page 189: Overview Stitch Patterns

    Stitch patterns Overview Stitch patterns Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches Florals Florals Sideways Motion 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 190 Stitch patterns Cross stitches Satin stitches Satin Stitches Sideways Motion 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 191 Stitch patterns Ornamental stitches Heirloom stitches Heirloom Sideways Motion 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 192: Quilt Stitches

    Stitch patterns Novelty Stitches Novelty Sideways Motion Filigree Stitches Sideways Motion Quilt stitches 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 193 Stitch patterns Tapering Stitches Skyline Stitches International 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 194: Alphabets

    Stitch patterns Alphabets Block alphabet Double-Block 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 195 Stitch patterns Script 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 196 Stitch patterns Comic Sans 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 197 Stitch patterns Cyrillic 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 198 Stitch patterns Hiragana 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 199 Stitch patterns Katakana Monograms 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 200: Overview Motifs

    Embroidery motifs Overview Motifs Embellishment NB018 NB728 NB403 90.3 mm 97.5 mm 78.1 mm HG079 FB457 FQ881 116.0 mm 107.7 mm 129.2 mm FB336 FB377 FQ870 122.0 mm 121.0 mm 122.1 mm FB385 NB646 FQ072 131.1 mm 98.5 mm 79.7 mm Fringes Applications 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 201 Embroidery motifs NB101 NB373 WS649 99.3 mm 121.4 mm 125.4 mm NB708 FB433 137.8 mm 120.9 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 202: Quilting

    Embroidery motifs Quilting BD394 BD412 BD513 97.0 mm 89.4 mm 63.5 mm BD514 BD553 BD567 63.5 mm 113.8 mm 107.9 mm BD554 BD659 BD665 109.9 mm 66.6 mm 160.3 mm HE959 120.6 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 203: Borders And Lace

    Embroidery motifs Borders and Lace OC33411 CM471 FB403 24.2 mm 59.1mm 52.2 mm FQ785 FQ969 FQ408 92.6 mm 51.6 mm 30.0 mm FQ736 BD582 NA912 48.6 mm 7.9mm 115.1 mm NA914 NB478 FQ847 120.3 mm 121.7 mm 142.2 mm FQ945 FQ041 FB422 93.8 mm...
  • Page 204: Asia

    Embroidery motifs Asia NB124 FQ212 FB492 172.4 mm 61.6 mm 86.8 mm FQ194 FQ217 FA427 120.2 mm 84.8 mm 111.8 mm FB276 FB283 FB490 124.8 mm 102.4 mm 67.7 mm FB491 NB491 FB484 31.7 mm 79.2 mm 66.8 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 205: Flowers

    Embroidery motifs Flowers FQ061 FQ801 FQ273 46.0 mm 75.2 mm 88.6 mm FQ055 FQ982 FB268 84.6 mm 150.1 mm 123.7 mm FQ934 CM418 FQ972 119.1 mm 45.7 mm 111.6 mm FQ548 93.8 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 206: Seasons

    Embroidery motifs Seasons HG319 HG301 BD603 80.7mm 88.6 mm 123.9 mm HE919 HG053 NB317 89.1 mm 122.1 mm 87.4 mm NB769 NA146 NB039 128.5 mm 63.6 mm 97.0 mm FQ749 HG460 77.6 mm 91.8 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 207: Children

    CM428 71.5mm 77.9mm 78.2mm CM404 CM384 CM368 47.2mm 77.4mm 70.2mm CM147 CM022 CM442 55.0mm 89.1mm 46.5mm CM362* WP201 CM286 120.6mm 76.2mm 97.9mm CK970 RC765 84.4mm 100.5mm * This design has special effects. For more information please go to www.bernina.com/7series. 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 208: Sports And Hobby

    Embroidery motifs Sports and Hobby SP980 NB036 RC244 63.2 mm 35.7 mm 88.4 mm RC675 SP266 SP989 101.6 mm 75.8 mm 101.6 mm SR067 LT870 SR589 97.5 mm 87.5 mm 95.2mm FB158 39.5 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 209: Animals

    Embroidery motifs Animals CM140 CM142 FB258 88.1 mm 56.5 mm 83.2 mm FQ106 FQ617 FQ624 109.3 mm 118.0 mm 64.5 mm MT022 MT028 WM785 123.2 mm 103.3 mm 84.6 mm WP217 WP244 WS610 93.9 mm 136.8 mm 127.3 mm 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 210: Flowers Outline

    Embroidery motifs Flowers outline NB513 FQ274 NB668 103.7 mm 63.0 mm 114.3 mm NB002 FQ331 FQ738 59.3 mm 84.6 mm 51.6 mm FQ157 FQ434 FB419 100.0 mm 63.8 mm 64.3 mm WS673 FQ108 FQ161 67.7 mm 118.9 mm 128.7 mm NB442 FA971 HG390...
  • Page 211: Alphabets

    Alphabets Alphabets Drifter Drifter Childs Play Childs Play Victoria Anniversary Swiss Block Swiss Block Quilt Block Old English Russian Textbook Russian Textbook 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 212: Index

    ⦁ Lettering ⦁ Basting stitch 65, 79 Main display/Menu selection ⦁ Monogramme 116-117, 198 ⦁ Overview 113, 143 BERNINA Dual Transport 111-112 ⦁ Perfect stitch formation ⦁ Selecting 113, 143 BERNINA embroidery motifs ⦁ Upper-/lower case lettering 40, 115 ⦁...
  • Page 213 Index ⦁ Preparation Calibrating Automatic Buttonhole Foot No. 3A ⦁ Removing/attaching presser foot sole ⦁ Securing Carrying handle ⦁ Starting/Leaving ⦁ With straight stitch No. 1 Changing ⦁ With zig-zag stitch No. 2 ⦁ Bobbin ⦁ Bobbin case ⦁ Button measuring Needle ⦁...
  • Page 214 Index ⦁ Permanent sewing in reverse Deleting ⦁ Securing ⦁ Balance 61, 86 ⦁ Sewing in any direction ⦁ Embroidery motifs 148, 149, 153, 175, 176 ⦁ Stitch patterns 40, 43, 121 Compensating material 81, 83 ⦁ User data Compensation Details ⦁...
  • Page 215 Altering embroidery motifs in height or width ⦁ ⦁ Upper thread tension Altering proportionally 149, 158 ⦁ ⦁ Virtual positioning Altering thread brand 154, 169 ⦁ ⦁ Zoom minus By BERNINA 142, 144 ⦁ ⦁ Zoom plus Check ⦁ Colors 169-170 Embroidery 129-180 ⦁ Deleting 174-175 ⦁...
  • Page 216 Balance ⦁ Basic setting stitch pattern ⦁ Buttonhole slit width ⦁ Manual buttonhole Fabric ⦁ Personal memory permanent ⦁ BERNINA Dual Transport ⦁ Programming buttonhole length ⦁ Center determination ⦁ Stitch counter buttonhole ⦁ Hooping ⦁ Needle and thread 14-16...
  • Page 217 Index Lower thread ⦁ Bobbin Fill Glossary ⦁ Cutting 13, 21 ⦁ Daring and embroidery thread Grid ⦁ Filling 146, 147 ⦁ Free motion sewing Guidelines ⦁ Indicator ⦁ ⦁ Material/Thread/Needle size Inserting/Removing the bobbin ⦁ Sewing ⦁ Threading 21, 137 ⦁...
  • Page 218 Index ⦁ Needle-thread-combination Personal program 118-121 ⦁ Overview ⦁ Altering/overwriting stitch patterns ⦁ Position 13, 33 ⦁ Creating personal display ⦁ Raise/lower 17, 32, 36 ⦁ Deleting stitch patterns ⦁ Stop down/up 13, 32, 33, 36 ⦁ Preparing stitch patterns ⦁...
  • Page 219 Index ⦁ Optimal presser feet ⦁ Overview ⦁ Pressure 29, 34 Safety Instructions ⦁ Raise/lower 13, 18, 32 ⦁ Saving Satin stitch 76, 103, 135 ⦁ Selection ⦁ Standard Accessory Saving ⦁ Embroidery motifs Presser foot lifter 9, 13, 18, 101 ⦁...
  • Page 220 Index ⦁ Beeper for BSR Sewing in the zipper ⦁ Brightness ⦁ Brightness sewing light Sewing light ⦁ Calibrating Automatic Buttonhole Foot No. 3A ⦁ Calibrating display Sewing on button ⦁ Calibrating the embroidery hoop ⦁ Cleaning the thread catcher/Update 54-55 Sewing settings ⦁...
  • Page 221 Index Stitch pattern selection Thread cutter in hook opening 12-13, 21 ⦁ Direct ⦁ Stitch number Thread guide ⦁ At the back 13, 22 Stitch patterns ⦁ Bobbin case ⦁ Adjusting individually ⦁ Eyelet 13, 20 ⦁ Deleting ⦁ Display Thread take-up cover 13, 22 ⦁...
  • Page 222 Index Upper thread ⦁ Indicator ⦁ Tension 26, 34, 45, 48, 146 ⦁ Threading 22, 137 Vertical spool pin 13, 19 Welcoming text ⦁ Entry/correction Zoom ⦁ Minus 148, 161 ⦁ Plus 148, 161 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
  • Page 223 Imprint Text Herbert Stolz/Susanne Ribi Graphics www.sculpt.ch Pictures Patrice Heilmann, CH-Winterthur Typesetting, Layout Susanne Ribi Copyright 2012 BERNINA International AG, CH-Steckborn 2014/02 en 033804.52.04 033804.52.04_2013-09_Manual_B780_EN...
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