Best of all, you’ll have many hours of relaxation and fun! Every eff ort has been made to make your Model H79 User’s Guide accurate and as easy to understand as possible. Bernina, Inc. is not responsible for any errors or ommissions.
Only available in align mode, traces the four corners of the perimeter of the design in the hoop. The arrow keys perform diff erent functions depending on which mode has been accessed. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 6 H79_Manual.indd 6 10/6/2008 4:29:02 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:02 PM...
Moves backward through the design one stitch at a time. Moves forward through the design one stitch at a time. NOTE: The Up and Down arrows are not functional in Sewing Mode. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 7 H79_Manual.indd 7 10/6/2008 4:29:03 PM...
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This will be displayed as a lower case “c” followed by the number of the sequence of the color. When lit, indicates thread break. When lit, indicates machine is in sewing mode. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 8 H79_Manual.indd 8 10/6/2008 4:29:04 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:04 PM...
Optional Tools To get the most from your Model H79 Embroidery Machine you will want to connect it to a Personal Computer. By using the eXplorations Lite software, you can add more designs to your collection as well as many other great features. The software gives you the ability to connect to the Internet and get more designs, ideas for projects, and new information about your machine.
Operation Operation The operation of the Model H79 Embroidery Machine is simple. However, there are some guidelines to follow to make your embroidery experience a good one. To prepare to sew your fi rst design, there are a few steps you’ll need to take.
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Push the bobbin winder shaft to the right. The word “bob” will be displayed in the LED screen. This tells you when the bobbin winder is engaged. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 12 H79_Manual.indd 12 10/6/2008 4:29:05 PM...
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Clip the thread. NOTE: The machine will not embroider until the shaft is returned to the left. The winder speed can be increased and decreased by pushing either buttons. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 13 H79_Manual.indd 13 10/6/2008 4:29:05 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:05 PM...
Thread the needle using the needle threader or thread manually. CAUTION: Always be sure to raise the presser foot before removing upper thread to prevent damage to the thread tension system. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 15 H79_Manual.indd 15 10/6/2008 4:29:06 PM...
Check to be sure that the hook has passed through the eye of the needle and route the thread through the metal guides and under the hook. Pull the thread toward you and check that it is being held by the thread hook. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 16 H79_Manual.indd 16 10/6/2008 4:29:06 PM...
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Release the thread from the needle threader lever. Pull the upper thread through the needle eye from front to back toward the rear of the machine. NOTE: Replace the needle often. Discard used needles, do not reuse. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 17 H79_Manual.indd 17 10/6/2008 4:29:07 PM...
Always have an assortment of stabilizer on hand to match with various fabrics. Always stitch a test design on actual fabric and stabilizer. Remove stabilizer gently and carefully to avoid distorting your design. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 18 H79_Manual.indd 18...
This will inform the copy shop that you have permission to make copies of the template. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 19 H79_Manual.indd 19 10/6/2008 4:29:07 PM...
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These horizontal and vertical center lines correspond with the arrows of the hoop. NOTE: The sewing fi eld of your Model H79 Embroidery Machine is 100mm x 100mm or 3.93 inches. The template is marked in inches, therefore the design will always fi t within this area.
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Once the inner hoop is lined up, adjust the outer hoop to fi t. Press the inner hoop into the outer hoop and check the template again for proper placement. Proceed with the hooping instructions on page 18. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 21 H79_Manual.indd 21 10/6/2008 4:29:08 PM...
NOTE: Be sure to insert both pins. If only one pin is inserted, the result may be poor quality embroidery. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 23 H79_Manual.indd 23 10/6/2008 4:29:08 PM...
Card Memory. Designs can be accessed from both places. Selecting a Design from Internal Memory In order to use the Internal Memory of the Model H79 Embroidery Machine to its fullest, you must have it connected to a Personal Computer with the software installed.
C## in the LED screen). When you have a Memory Card selected, the light next to “Card” will be illuminated. When you fi nd the design you want to select, press the Enter button Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 25 H79_Manual.indd 25...
Align Design Designs, in most cases, start and stop at the center of the design. The Model H79 Embroidery Machine is programmed to start and stop in the center unless you specify otherwise in eXplorations Lite software. When hooping your fabric to be embroidered you will need to mark where you want the center of the design to start.
. The hoop will begin to move to all four corners of the outer perimeter of the design and then back to the center. You can still reposition the needle if necessary. If you move the hoop, you should trace the design again. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 27 H79_Manual.indd 27 10/6/2008 4:29:10 PM...
Clip the beginning thread tail close to the fabric. Do this when starting each color. TIP: Make sure you are trimming the thread tail and not the sewing thread closest to the needle. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 28 H79_Manual.indd 28...
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Lower the presser foot. While holding the thread tail, press START/ STOP to sew the next color section. Repeat until the design is completed. The LED will show 100 to represent 100% completion when the design is complete. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 29 H79_Manual.indd 29 10/6/2008 4:29:10 PM...
If threading is correct, turn the Thread Tension knob to the right (to a higher number). The standard position of the tension should be between 4 and 6 as noted in the dark area of the Thread Tension knob. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 30 H79_Manual.indd 30 10/6/2008 4:29:10 PM...
Remove the bobbin cover from the machine. Using the 3-Way Screwdriver Tool provided in the accessory pouch, remove the two screws from the stitch plate and lift up the stitch plate. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 31 H79_Manual.indd 31 10/6/2008 4:29:11 PM...
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(bobbin tension adjustment screw). Using the small end of the 3-way screwdriver tool, rotate the screw ¼ turn to the right to tighten the tension. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 32 H79_Manual.indd 32 10/6/2008 4:29:11 PM...
5000 stitches divided by 500 is 10. The design will take approximately 10 minutes to sew out). To change the needle in your Model H79 Embroidery Machine, you will need the 3-way screwdriver tool that came with your machine or a short fl at blade screwdriver.
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With the 3- way screwdriver tool provided in the accessory kit, loosen the needle screw (counterclockwise) until the needle can be removed from the machine. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 34 H79_Manual.indd 34 10/6/2008 4:29:11 PM...
This will allow you to keep backing up 1 stitch at a time. Press the START/STOP key to restart the embroidery. Remember to hold on to the thread to keep the thread taut until fi ve or six Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 35 H79_Manual.indd 35...
Replace with a fi lled bobbin. In the unlikely event that the bobbin thread is broken, remove the bobbin and reinsert it or put in a full bobbin following the diagram on the bobbin case. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 36 H79_Manual.indd 36 10/6/2008 4:29:12 PM...
Take off the plastic cover to expose the inner workings of the machine. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 37 H79_Manual.indd 37...
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Replace the plastic cover and the screw. Sew out a design on a scrap piece of fabric to test the machine and work in the oil. This will also remove any excess oil. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 38 H79_Manual.indd 38 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM...
Bobbin winder engaged. Move bobbin winder to the left to disengage it. continued on next page Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 39 H79_Manual.indd 39 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM...
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Select a design. The main motor has stalled. Check for obstructions or thread nests. Not enough available free Delete some designs in the space. internal memory using Navi- gator. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 40 H79_Manual.indd 40 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM...
2. Improper stabilizer used. 3. Improper thread tension. 4. Screw on hoop was not tight enough to hold fabric. continued on next page Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 41 H79_Manual.indd 41 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM...
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2. Needle may have been inserted back- wards. Take the needle out and reinsert it. 3. Needle may be dull. Replace with a new needle. Model H79 H79_Manual.indd 42 H79_Manual.indd 42 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM 10/6/2008 4:29:13 PM...
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