Bernina 200E owner's manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this sewing computer.

When the sewing computer is not in use, it should be disconnected from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the outlet.

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this sewing computer from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:

1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing computer is used by or near children and infirm persons.
2. Use this sewing computer only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this sewing computer if
   • it has a damaged cord or plug
   • it is not working properly
   • it has been dropped or damaged
   • it has fallen into water Return the sewing computer to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the sewing computer with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing computer and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing needle.
6. Always use the BERNINA original stitch plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle, causing it to break.
9. Turn power switch to «0» (off) when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as threading or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or changing the presser foot etc.
10. Always unplug the sewing computer from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
12. Do not use outdoors.

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13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off («0») position then remove the plug from the outlet.

15. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord but grasp the plug before pulling.

16. No responsibility will be taken for any possible damage as the result of misuse of the sewing computer.

17. This sewing computer is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of double-insulated machines.

18. Under no circumstances should the sewing computer be left unattended when using the embroidery module.

SERVICING DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCTS

In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated product nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should only be done by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double insulated product is marked with the words «DOUBLE INSULATION» or «DOUBLE INSULATED».

The symbol may also be marked on the product.

This sewing and embroidery computer is intended for household use only.

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artista 200

Dear artista customer

Congratulations! With the purchase of the artista 200, you have acquired the ultimate sewing and embroidery system available in today's market. By purchasing this system, you established that you are a creative person who is looking for the opportunity to expand the limits of creativity.

The use of modern, future-oriented technologies in the computerized sewing and embroidery field offer you heretofore unheard of creative growth opportunities while pursuing your hobby. This system encompasses not only BERNINA® hard- and software products, it also offers you a direct connection to myartista Portal, which can keep you in constant contact with the sewing and embroidery world.

BERNINA® wants you to fully enjoy the enormous possibilities the artista computerized sewing system offers you. To do so, you must know the product. Therefore, don't hesitate to frequent your local BERNINA® dealer and tap the knowledge of the BERNINA® educators.

I wish you much happiness and great satisfaction while enjoying your creative pastime.

H.P. Ueltschi President BERNINA Sewing Machine Manufacturers

Open to a world of imagination

BERNINA®

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artista 200

Sewing and Embroidery Computer Instruction Manual

Text / Sewing and Embroidery projects
Susanne Festi, Franziska Kiener, Herbert Stolz, Anna Tiberini

Photography
Ben Wiesenfarth, Konstanz: S. 8, 9, Dividers Sewing/Embroidery

Drawings
Müller-Melzer ID, Kreuzlingen

Bitmaps
Herbert Stolz, Steckborn

Design concept
Silvia Bartholdi, Schaffhausen

Inside cover (U2/U3)
Marlis Bennett, USA

Typesetting, layout, DTP
Silvia Bartholdi, Roswitha Taubert

Print
Heer Druck AG, Sulgen

Copyright
© 2002 by Fritz Gegauf AG, Steckborn

All rights reserved.
In order to improve the product, and for our customers' benefit, all of the sewing and embroidery computer's features, parts, and accessories are subject to unannounced changes and alterations at any time.

artista 200 – Sewing and Embroidery Computer Manual

Summary of the Contents

Safety Instructions 1 Foreword 3

Sewing

The Sewing Computer 7 Practical Stitches 35 Decorative Stitches 73 Lettering 97 Buttonholes 109 Quilt Stitches 135 Personal Program 149 Saving and Deleting Stitches and Stitch Combinations 153 Setup Program 159 Sewing and Sewing Computer Support 171 Connecting Peripherals 183

Embroidery

The Embroidery Computer 187 Important Embroidery Information 207 Embroidery 215 Saving and Deleting Motifs 239 Embroidery Support 245 Peripherals and Accessories 251

Glossary 257 Stitch Summary 261 Embroidery Design Collection 266 Index 271

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Sewing – Content

The Sewing Computer 7–34

Practical Stitches 35–72

Decorative Stitches 73–96

Lettering 97–108

Buttonholes 109–134

Quilt Stitches 135–148

Personal Program 149–152

Saving and Deleting Stitches and Stitch Combinations 153–158

Setup Program 159–170

Sewing and Sewing Computer Support 171–182

Connecting Peripherals 183–186

Setting up the Sewing Computer 8 Operating Instructions 11 Screen Display 23 External Functions 28 On-screen Functions 29

The Sewing Computer

Details of the Sewing Computer

Front view

Setting up the Sewing Computer

Back view

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1 Bobbin cover 2 Stitch plate 3 Attachment base for special accessories 4 Darning hoop connection 5 Presser foot 6 Needle clamp 7 Thread guide 8 Needle threader 9 Magnifying glass holder (optional accessory) 10 Thread take-up cover 11 Thread path 12 Thread take-up 13 Bobbin pre-tension 14 Quick reverse button 15 Pattern end 16 Favorite function button (programmable via Setup button) 17 Automatic thread cutter 18 Screen 19 Bobbin winder with on/off switch and thread cutter 20 Practical stitch button 21 Decorative stitch button (16/4 directions) 22 Alphabet button 23 Buttonhole button 24 Quilt stitches button 25 Personal program button 26 Sewing mode/Embroidery mode button 27 Stitch width knob 28 Stitch length knob 29 Needle position buttons 30 Creative consultant button 31 Tutorial button 32 «clr» (clear) button 33 Setup button 34 Speaker 35 FHS (Free Hand System) connection 36 Carrying handle 37 Spool pin 38 Presser foot lifter 39 Slide-on table socket 40 Presser foot pressure dial 41 Thread cutter on head frame 42 Thread guide (while winding the bobbin when sewing and embroidering) 43 Handwheel 44 Card slot for BERNINA Modem (optional accessory), Personal design cards and Embroidery cards (optional accessories) 45 Headset connection (optional accessory) 46 Connection for BERNINA CD-ROM drive USB (optional accessory in some countries) 47 PC connection 48 Embroidery module connection (for optional accessory) 49 Foot control socket 50 Drop feed dog 51 Power switch on/off («0») 52 Power plug socket

Side view (head frame)

Side view (handwheel)

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Accessories

The following accessories are arranged separately in the styrofoam packing or later in the suitcase system (special accessory):

• « foot control
• « instruction manual

• power cable
• warranty card

• « FHS presser foot lifter (Free Hand System)

• seam guide for slide-on table

• slide-on table
• Seasons of Artistry
• Instructional / Presentation CD-ROM
• Design / Tutorial CD-ROM
• « Data Transfer CD-Rom

Accessory Box

Soft Cover With Pocket

• protects from dust and dirt

• "* when not using the sewing computer leave the soft cover on

Storing Accessories

Standard Accessories

(can vary from country to country)

• « four bobbins (+ one in bobbin case)
• selection of 130/705 H needles

• seam ripper

• small screwdriver
• angular Torx key
• lint brush

• seam guide

• « foam pad
• "set up the free standing accessory box by pulling both extensions out until they click into place
• Reverse pattern foot No. 1C
• Overlock foot No. 2A
• Buttonhole foot with code No. 3C
• « Automatic buttonhole foot No. 3A
• Zipper foot No. 4
• Blind stitch foot No. 5
• Jeans foot No. 8
• « Button sew-on foot No. 18

Both accessory boxes are equipped with one small and one large drawer each as well as two compartments for bobbins, two compartments for coded presser feet and one compartment for non-coded presser feet.

The compartments can be stored in the box (additional compartments and drawers are available as optional extras).

• "insert the bobbins into the compartments provided

• Open embroidery foot No. 20C

• " to remove a bobbin, press the compartment holder A lightly
• " hang presser feet in the compartments provided
• ** store the remaining accessories as shown in the picture

Suitcase System (special accessory)

• « Sideways motion foot No. 40C

• Compensation plate for sewing buttonholes

• height compensating tool
• vertical spool! holder pin

The suitcase system is specially built for your sewing and embroidery computer and has integrated wheels. This allows your system to be transported easily and elegantly.

• —«_ three spool discs

• oiler

• « CD-ROM Drive (specific to country)

• USB Cable

Setting up the Sewing Computer

Power Cable

Power Cable

• plug A into sewing computer
• plug B into electrical outlet

Foot Control Cable

• plug C into sewing computer (look for symbol)

Important! (USA/Canada only) Use only foot controller type LV1 for sewing computer model artista 200.

Foot Control

Sewing Speed

• control the sewing speed by depressing the foot control
• raise or lower the needle by tapping on the foot control with your heel

Cable Tidy

• wind the cable around the spool
• insert the plug into A

When Sewing

• unwind the cable to the desired length and slip into B or C

Operating Instructions

Power Switch

! Refer to the safety instructions!

Important! (USA/Canada only) This sewing computer has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit only one way into a polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Power Switch The power switch is on the handwheel side of the sewing computer. 1 the sewing computer is switched on («1») 0 the sewing computer is switched off («0»)

The sewing light is switched on and off with the power switch.

FHS (Free Hand System) Presser Foot Lifter

Raising and Lowering the Presser Foot

• the presser foot lifter raises and lowers the presser foot
• push to the right with your knee
• the presser foot is raised and the feed dog is lowered simultaneously
• the feed dog comes up automatically as soon as the first stitch is sewn

Attaching the Free Hand System

• insert the free hand system into the opening in the base plate
• you should be able to operate the FHS in your normal sitting position with your knee

Note: Your dealer can adjust the position of the FHS if necessary.

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Slide-on Table

Larger Sewing Surface

• the slide-on table increases the sewing surface
• free arm for larger tubular items such as pant legs and waistbands

To Attach ❖ needle and presser foot fully raised ❖ place over the free arm and press firmly so that it engages on the fixing lug

To Remove ❖ pull to the left ❖ remove by pulling it completely from the free arm

Seam Guide ❖ insert into the groove (underside of table) from the right or left

• it can be freely adjusted over the whole width of the table

Scale number «0» on the slide-on table corresponds to the center needle position

Screen

The artista 200 is operated with a combination of external buttons and knobs and a touch screen.

Welcome Screen ❖ switch sewing computer on: power switch to «1» (on)

• Welcome screen appears for a few seconds
• can be personalized in the Setup Program

Practical Stitch Screen After the Welcome the Practical Stitch screen appears automatically on the screen, which shows:

A Presser Foot Indicator B Stitch width (basic setting always visible) C Selected, active stitch and number D Single Mode E Combi Mode F Needle Position (11 possibilities) G Stitch length (basic setting always visible) H Picture of selected, active stitch and number (Stitch Altering Area) J Up/down scroll arrows K Help symbol L Main category buttons M Functions N Stitch Selection by Number

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Winding the Bobbin

Winding the Bobbin ❖ turn power switch to «1» (on) ❖ place empty bobbin on spindle

Threading the Bobbin ❖ place thread on spool pin ❖ attach appropriate spool disc - diameter of spool disc is disc size ❖ following the direction of the arrow take thread through the rear guide and around the pretension stud ❖ wrap the thread around the inner bobbin two or three times and cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter ❖ press the engaging lever against the bobbin • the bobbin winder works automatically • the motor stops automatically when the bobbin is full ❖ remove the bobbin

Thread Cutter ❖ cut the thread on the thread cutter

Winding the Bobbin While Sewing or Embroidering ❖ place thread spool on vertical spool then, following the direction of the arrow, take thread through the thread guide on head frame and around the pretension stud ❖ wind the thread several times around the empty bobbin ❖ press the engaging lever against the bobbin • the bobbin winder works automatically • the motor stops automatically when the bobbin is full ❖ remove the bobbin

Bobbin Case

To Remove ❖ raise the needle ❖ turn power switch to «0» (off) ❖ open the bobbin cover ❖ grasp the latch of the bobbin case with right hand ❖ remove case

Caution! Moving parts – To reduce risk of injury, switch to «0» (off) before servicing. Close bobbin cover.

To Insert ❖ hold the bobbin case latch • the opening on the case should be at the top ❖ insert bobbin case so that it engages ❖ close the bobbin cover

Note: For normal sewing, the bobbin thread does not have to be brought up as the loose end is just the right length to start sewing.

Bobbin Thread Cutter ❖ insert the bobbin case ❖ take thread over cutter A • cut thread

• to insert bobbin see page 14

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Inserting the Bobbin

Inserting the Bobbin ❖ insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise

Pulling the Thread Into the Slot ❖ pull the thread counter clockwise into the slot

Pulling the Thread Under the Spring ❖ pull the thread to the left under the spring until it lies in the T-shaped slit at the end of the spring

Clockwise Turning of the Bobbin • the bobbin must turn clockwise when the thread is pulled

Threading the Upper Thread

Attaching the Thread Spool ❖ raise the needle and presser foot ❖ turn the power switch to «0» (off) ❖ attach foam pad ❖ place spool on pin (spool turns clockwise) ❖ attach the appropriate spool disc - diameter of spool is disc size ❖ take thread through rear guide A ❖ then into slit of upper thread tension

Down ❖ pull thread down to the right of the take-up cover to B

Up ❖ take thread up to the left of the cover to C in the direction of the arrow, placing it in the take-up lever

Down ❖ take thread down and through guides D and E

! Refer to the safety instructions!

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Needle Threader

Thread in Hook

• lower the presser foot
• lay the thread behind hook B and hold lightly

Lever Down

• press lever A down and simultaneously guide the thread around hook B to the right to the needle

Thread in Front of Needle

• put the thread from the front into the guide until it catches in the hook

Release the Lever and Thread

• let go of lever A and thread
• pull the thread loop through the needle eye

Bringing up the Lower Thread

• if bobbin thread is cut on the cutter (page 13), there is no need to bring thread to the top of stitch plate
• hold the upper thread
• sew one stitch:
  • normal sewing with presser foot down
  • by tapping on foot control with your heel, with presser foot up
• pull the upper thread to bring the lower thread up through the stitch plate hole
• take both threads through the slit on the presser foot to the back
• pull threads over the head frame cutter

Thread Cutter

Thread Cutter on Head Frame

• pull both threads from front to back over the cutter
• the threads release as soon as the first stitch is sewn

Note: The bobbin thread must be brought up through the stitch plate for certain types of work. The length of thread is sufficient for most normal work if the lower thread cutter has been used.

Changing the Needle

Removing the Needle

• raise the needle
• turn power switch to «0» (off)
• lower the presser foot
• loosen the needle clamp screw
• pull the needle down to remove

Inserting the Needle

• loosen the needle clamp screw, if needed
• flat side of needle to the back
• insert the needle as far up as it will go
• tighten the needle clamp screw

! Refer to the safety instructions!

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Supplementary Spool Pin (vertical)

Vertical Spool Pin

• the supplementary spool pin (vertical) is stored in the accessory box ❖ insert the pin from right to left in the opening ❖ to remove, pull to the right at the base of the spool pin
• essential sewing aid when using more than one thread, i.e. double needle, etc.

Threading the Double Needle

1. Threading the First Thread

❖ place thread spool on horizontal spool pin ❖ thread by guiding the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the right side ❖ thread sewing computer as usual, but at the thread guide B guide the thread through on the right side and thread the right needle

2. Threading the Second Thread

❖ place thread spool on the additional spool pin ❖ thread by guiding the thread to the front in the slit and past the tension disc A on the left side ❖ guide thread on the left side of the thread guide B and thread the left needle

• threads must not be twisted together

Note: When using the supplementary spool pin (vertical) always attach the foam pad (prevents the thread from getting caught on the spool pin)

Threading the Triple Needle

• two thread spools and one full bobbin are needed ❖ place one thread spool on horizontal spool pin ❖ place second thread spool and the lower thread spool, separated by a spool disc, on additional spool pin (both spools have to turn in the same direction) ❖ thread as usual by guiding two threads on the left side of the tension disc A and the thread guide B and one thread on the right side of disc

Note: By using the Supplementary thread guide (special accessories), thread winds off the spool much easier.

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Stitch Plate

9mm Stitch Plate

5.5mm Stitch Plate (special accessory)

Straight Stitch Plate (special accessory)

Stitch Plate Markings

• the stitch plate is marked with vertical lines in millimeters and inches
• mm measurements are at the front
• inch measurements are at the back
• the measurements correspond to the distance from the needle to the line
• needle insertion point is position 0 (center needle position)
• the mm/inch measurements are marked to the right and left
• the lines help to guide the fabric for sewing seams and for topstitching
• the horizontal markings are helpful for sewing corners and buttonholes, etc.

Removing the Stitch Plate

• turn power switch off («0»)
• raise the presser foot and needle
• press the stitch plate down at the back right corner until it flips up
• remove the stitch plate

Replacing the Stitch Plate

• place the stitch plate over the opening A and press down until it clicks into place

Note: As in all household appliances because of the motors and electronics, your artista 200 will get warm when in use. This is a normal occurence.

Important Facts About Thread and Needles

With the right combination of thread and needle optimum sewing results are achieved.

Thread

The thread is chosen according to use. For a perfect sewing result, thread and material quality play an important role.

Cotton Thread

• cotton thread has the advantage of a natural fiber and therefore is especially suitable for sewing cotton fabrics
• if cotton thread is mercerized it will have a slight sheen

Polyester Thread

• polyester thread is suitable for practically all sewing needs
• it has a high tensile strength and is particularly colorfast
• polyester thread is more flexible and is recommended where a strong and elastic seam is required

Needle, Thread and Fabric

Care has to be taken when combining needle and thread.

The correct needle size does not only depend on the chosen thread, but also has to be well-suited to the fabric used. The fabric weight determines the thread weight and needle size.

The following are the guidelines:

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Needle/Thread Combination

In order to check the needle/thread compatibility, the correct size thread must correspond with the correct size needle.

Correct Needle/Thread Combination When sewing, the thread should travel smoothly down the long groove on the front of the needle. The thread can be secured optimally.

Too Thin Thread or Too Thick Needle The thread does not travel smoothly in the groove. Faulty stitches and damage of the thread can occur.

Too Thick Thread or Too Fine Needle The thread rubs on the edges of the groove and can get jammed. This can break the thread.

Needle Summary

BERNINA uses needle system 130/705 H. This system number refers to shank shape as well as to length and form of the needle point.

130/705 H S 70

• Shank diameter = 0.7 mm (needle size)
• Needle point e.g. medium ball point
• Needle scarf
• Flat shank
• Shank length

Checking the Needle Condition

The needle condition should be checked and the needle replaced regularly. A defective needle not only damages the sewing but also the sewing computer. The following are the guidelines: replace needle when starting a new sewing project or as required.

• more about this subject see «Trouble Shooting» on page 180 ••••••••••••

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Many materials are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used.

Special needles are available at your BERNINA dealer.

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Presser Feet

Note: The letter «C» after a foot number indicates the foot is coded or equipped with a sensor for 9mm stitching. When a stitch is selected with a coded foot attached to the sewing computer, the preprogrammed width is 9mm, rather than 5.5mm. This letter does not always appear on the foot and in some cases does not appear on the screen in the presser foot indicator.

1C Reverse pattern foot Practical and decorative stitches

2A Overlock foot Overlock seams, oversewing seam edges

3C Buttonhole foot with code Buttonholes (shows as foot No. 3C on-screen)

3A Automatic buttonhole foot Buttonholes in flat materials Darning program (shows as foot No. 3A on-screen)

4 Zipper foot Sewing in zippers

5 Blind stitch foot Blind hems Edge stitching

8 Jeans foot Straight stitching in thick, firm fabrics

18 Button sew-on foot Sewing on buttons, hooks and eyes

20C Open embroidery foot Embroidery, appliqué, satin stitch seams, monograms

40C Sideways motion foot For all sideways motion stitches

BERNINA Specialty Presser Feet

The standard selection of presser feet covers most normal sewing requirements, but we recommend the use of BERNINA specialty presser feet for specific sewing tasks such as quilting, heirloom sewing, home decorating, tailoring, etc. They are available from your BERNINA dealer.

Samples of Specialty Presser Feet

50 Walking foot For fabrics which stick or tend to slip and for quilting

9 Darning foot Used with the feed dog in a lowered position for darning, monograms, and freehand embroidery

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Changing the Presser Foot

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Changing the Presser Foot ❖ raise the needle and presser foot ❖ turn power switch to «0» (off)

Raising the Lever ❖ raise the clamping lever ❖ remove the presser foot

Attaching the Presser Foot ❖ guide the foot upwards over the cone ❖ press the clamping lever down

Refer to the safety instructions!

Presser Foot Pressure

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Dial on Head Frame The presser foot pressure can be set on the left of the head frame.

Standard Pressure • for all normal sewing

Reduced Pressure • for jerseys and loose knits, quilting • prevents fabric from stretching ❖ adjust pressure so that the fabric still feeds correctly

Increased Pressure • for firm fabrics; improves fabric feed

Feed Dog

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Button on Handwheel Side of Sewing Computer

Button flush with base plate = feed dog up, sewing position • for all machine-fed sewing

Button depressed = feed dog lowered, darning position • for freehand sewing (darning, freehand embroidery, freehand quilting) • for embroidery (with the embroidery module)

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Feed Dog and Fabric Feed

Feed Dog and Stitch Length With each stitch the feed dog moves forward by one step. The length of this step is determined by the stitch length selected. With an extremely short stitch length, the steps are short. The fabric moves under the foot quite slowly, even at full sewing speed, buttonholes or satin stitch.

Important

• let the fabric feed evenly!
• pulling or pushing will result in gaps and can lead to needle breakage
• holding back will result in thread build-up

Height Compensating Tool

The feed dog can work normally when the foot is level.

If the foot is at an angle, e.g. when sewing over thick to thin or vice versa, the feed dog cannot grip and feed the fabric.

To solve this problem, place one, two or three compensating plates as required behind the needle under the presser foot.

To correct the height in front of the foot, place one or more plates to the right of the foot next to the needle. Sew until the foot is level again and remove the plates.

Feed Dog and Sewing Corners

The gap between the two rows of teeth is relatively large due to the width of the stitch plate hole.

When sewing corners, only a small section of the fabric is actually on the feed dog so that it cannot grip the fabric well.

Correct this by placing one or more compensating plates as close as possible to the edge of the fabric.

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Stitch Selection – Stitches – Functions

Stitch Selection ❖ touch the stitch of your choice

• the stitch is highlighted in blue
• every stitch in the Stitch Altering Area (SAA) is displayed with its number

Screen Display

Altering the Stitch Width

❖ turn the upper knob

The altered stitch width is shown in two different ways:

• stitch width bar 0-9 (0-5.5) is displayed as yellow area
• altered width is visible on stitch width bar (highlighted in blue), in addition the actual setting is shown (blue number)
• the basic setting is always visible when a change has been made, e.g. 3.5mm (black bar)
• stitch width can be altered from 0mm to 9mm when using coded feet
• stitch width can be altered from 0 to 5.5mm max. when using non-coded feet, the stitch width bar automatically shows 0-5.5mm

Altering the Stitch Length

❖ turn the lower knob

The altered stitch length is shown in two different ways:

• stitch length bar 0-5 is displayed as yellow area
• altered length is visible on stitch length bar (highlighted in blue), in addition the actual setting is shown (blue number)
• the basic setting is always visible when a change has been made, e.g. 1.5mm (black bar)
• stitch length can be altered from 0mm to 5mm on most stitches

Display of Selected Stitch

• a graphic of the selected stitch is visible in the left portion of the screen
• changes to stitches can be seen on screen

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Altering the Needle Position

• press the right or left Needle Position button
  • each press moves the needle one position to the right or left
• keep button pressed to quickly change needle positions
  • the middle position of the bar is marked in black
  • the basic setting (bordered in gray) is always visible

Presser Foot Indicator

• the recommended presser foot for the selected stitch is displayed by number
• by touching the Presser Foot symbol, further possible presser feet for the selected stitch will be displayed
• if the presser foot is raised it is indicated with an arrow

Temporary Altered Stitch Memory

Stitch length, stitch width, needle position, etc. are automatically saved. When the sewing computer is turned off («0») or the «clr» (clear) button is pressed, the changes are deleted.

Saving Altered Settings Permanently

The basic settings programmed by BERNINA can be changed and stored in the SAA. They will stay saved even after the sewing computer is turned off («0»). The basic settings are always visible.

Restoring the Basic Settings

• touch the external button «clr» (clear)
  • the basic setting of the selected stitch will be restored
• clear by pressing small number on stitch width and stitch length bar

Selecting Functions

• touch the function of your choice

  • the selected function is highlighted in blue (a number of different functions can be selected simultaneously)

• for more information on Functions see pages 29-33

• for more information see page 39

Changing Settings (stitch width, stitch length, needle position, thread tension, etc.)

• select stitch for which you want to alter width, length and/or needle position (e.g. zig-zag)

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