Bernina 215 Owner's Manual

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BERNINA 215

www.bernina.com

”Welcome to the BERNINA family”

In choosing BERNINA, you are assured of years of rewarding sewing. For over 100 years my family has concentrated on providing complete satisfaction to our customers. And it is my personal wish to continue this tradition of offering you Swiss precision engineering combined with state of the art technology and an after sales service second to none.

The new BERNINA 215 are characterized by a youthful appeal which is combined with a range of added value features to give you, dear Customer, more sewing pleasure than ever before. Enjoy modern, creative sewing with BERNINA: our wide range of accessories as well as our sewing publica-

tions brimming with imaginative ideas and practical tips all add to the joy of sewing BERNINA style.

Any questions you have will be dealt with courteously and efficiently by our highly trained BERNINA

dealers, who will also be glad to service your sewing computer for you.

H.P. Ueltschi

Owner www.bernina.com

BERNINA International AG • CH-8266 Steckborn/Switzerland

2 Safety instructions

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 electrical shock:

1. The sewing computer should never be left unattended when plugged in.

2. Always unplug the sewing computer from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

3. LED radiation. Do not view directly with optical instruments. LED class 1M

WARNING

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

1. Use the sewing computer only for purposes as described in this manual. Use only attachments/accessory recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

2. Do not allow the sewing computer to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this sewing computer is used by or near children and infirm persons. This sewing computer is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing computer by a person responsible for their safety. Children must be kept under supervision to ensure

that they do not play with the sewing computer.

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

Take the sewing computer to the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the sewing computer with any air vents blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing computer free from lint, dust and/or fabric bits.

5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.

Special care is required in the needle area of the sewing computer.

6. Never drop or insert any objects into any opening on the sewing computer.

7. Do not use the sewing computer outdoors.

8. Do not operate the sewing computer where aerosol products (spray) or oxygen is being administered.

9 . Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching. This may deflect the needle, causing it to break.

Safety instructions

10. Do not use bent needles.

11. Always use the BERNINA original stitch plate.

The wrong stitch plate can cause needle breakage.

12. To disconnect, turn power switch to «0»

(off), then remove the plug from the outlet.

Do not unplug by pulling the cord, instead grasp the plug to pull it from the outlet.

13. Turn power switch to «0» (off) when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as changing the needle or the presser foot, etc.

14. Always unplug the sewing computer from the electrical outlet when carrying out cleaning or maintenance work or any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual.

15. This sewing computer is provided with double insulation (except USA and Canada).

Use only genuine replacement parts. Please note the advice on the servicing of doubleinsulated products.

3

4 Safety instructions

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 grounded be added to the product. Servicing a doubleinsulated 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 the original parts in the product.

A double insulated product is marked with the words: «Double-Insulation» or «doubleinsulated».

DISCLAIMER

No liability will be assumed for any possible damage which arises from misuse of this sewing computer.

This sewing computer is intended for household use only. This sewing computer complies with the European Directive 2004/108/EC relating to

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS!

Note:

Please find the latest version of your instruction manual at www.bernina.com

The symbol may also be marked on the product.

Safety instructions - Contents 5

Environmental Protection

BERNINA is committed to the protection of the environment.

We strive to minimize the environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design and our technology of manufacturing.

At end of life please dispose this product in an environmentally responsible way according to the

national directive. Do not throw

away this product with your

household waste. In case of doubt,

please contact your dealer.

Important safety Instructions

Details of the sewing computer

Standard Accessories

Feet selection

Optional Accessories

Setting up the sewing computer

Operating instructions

Stitch overview

Selected practical stitches

Sewing Needles

24

31

Maintenance 33

Troubleshooting 34

Index 35

10

12

20

23

8

9

2

6

6 Details of the sewing computer

Details of the sewing computer

11

12

13

10

14

8

7

2

5

6

9

15 16

3

1

4

18

19

20

17

22

21

23

Front view

13 12

23

28

27

24

25

26

29

Right end

30

Details of the sewing computer 7

1 Bobbin cover

2 Stitch plate

3 Attachment base for

special accessories

4 Sewing table socket

5 Presser foot shaft

6 Needle clamp with fixation

screw

7 Needle Threader

8 Thread guide

9 Reverse button

10 Thread take up cover

11 Thread path

12 Bobbin pre-tension

13 Thread tension adjustment

14 LCD display

15 Needle stop up/down

16 1/2 motor speed

17 Bobbin winder

18 Stitch width button

19 Needle position button

20 Stitch length button

21 clr/del-button

22 Stitch selection buttons

23 Handwheel

24 Balance adjustment

25 Power switch on/off

26 Power plug socket

27 Drop feed-dog

28 Foot control socket

29 Spool pin (vertical,

collapsible)

30 Carrying handle

31 Horizontal spool pin

32 Rear thread guide

33 Accessory box connection

34 Presser foot lifter (manual)

35 Thread cutter

29

Back view

31

30

4

32

33

3

34

7

35

8 Standard Accessories

Accessories

Power cable

C

A

D

B

Foot control

• Fabric cover

• Accessory case

• 2 bobbins (one of them in the bobbin case)

• Presser feet shaft with 5 soles

• Selection of 130/705H needles

• Seam ripper

• Lint brush

• 3 spool discs

• Foam pad

• Oiler

• Foot control

• Power cable

• Angular Torx button

• Warranty card

The foot control regulates the sewing speed

Sewing speed is adjusted by applying more or less pressure to the foot control.

Important! (USA/Canada only)

Use only foot controller type

SR-1 with sewing computer

B215.

Self storing cord

• wind the cord on the reel insert the plug into the groove provided

When sewing

• unwind the cable The power cable

• plug A into sewing computer

• plug B into wall socket Refer to the safety instruction!

Foot control cable

• plug C into sewing computer

Power switch (D)

1 the computer is switched on

0 the computer is switched off

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

Important! (USA/Canada only)

This sewing computer has a po la rized plug (one blade wider than the other). To re duce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrican to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Standard snap-on soles

Presser foot shaft for snap-on soles

1

Reverse pattern sole for practical and decorative stitches

4

Zipper sole for sewing in zippers

2

Overlock sole

Overlock seams, hems, over- sewing edges, narrow satin stitches

5

Blind stitch sole

Blind hems, edge stitching

3

Buttonhole sole for manual buttonholes

Feet selection 9

Note that all presser feet are available as stable feet as well.

10 Optional accessories

Sewing table

Lens Set

To attach

• raise the needle and presser

• foot place the table over the free arm and press firmly so that it engages on the fixing cam

Scale of sewing table

• «0» corresponds to the centre needle position

To remove

• raise the needle and presser foot

• pull the table out of the fixing cam

• pull in a horizontal position to the left

Seam guide for sewing table

• insert into the groove (underside of table) from the right or left

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

Note: Remove the presser foot or the presser foot shaft when attaching the seam guide!

We recommend the use of the

BERNINA Lens Set for more comfort when sewing.

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

Optional accessories 11

Start-stop-unit

A

B

Note:

If the foot control is connected with the sewing computer, the

Start-stop-unit is deactivated.

With the Start-stop-unit (SSU) the start-stop-function can be controlled by hand.

• press start-stop-button A = stitching starts

• with the speed regulator B the sewing speed can be regulated by hand

• to interrupt or stop sewing = press start-stop-button A again

LED Sewing Light

Please refer to the safety instructions!

The LED sewing light illuminates the sewing area and has a long product life.

Attention:

Please note that a defective sewing light must ONLY be replaced by an authorized technician.

The sewing computer must be taken to an authorized

BERNINA dealer!

12 Setting up the sewing computer

Winding the bobbin

Winding the bobbin

• turn power switch on

• place empty bobbin on spindle

• following the direction of the arrow take thread through the rear guide and round the pre-tension stud

• wind the thread two to three times around the empty bobbin

• and cut off any excess thread on the thread cutter press the engaging lever against the bobbin

• press the foot control the motor will stop automatically when the bobbin is full

• remove the bobbin

Thread cutter

• cut the thread on the thread cutter

Note:

When winding the bobbin on the vertical spool holder

(p. 15), it may be necessary to adjust the speed.

Bobbin case

A

Setting up the sewing computer 13

To remove the bobbin case

• raise the needle

• turn power switch to «0»

• open the bobbin cover

• grasp the latch of the bobbin case

• remove case

To insert the bobbin case

• hold the bobbin case latch

• the finger on the case should point upwards

• insert so that it clicks into place

Bobbin thread cutter

• insert the bobbin case

• take the thread over cutter A

• thread is cut

• close the bobbin cover

Note:

The bobbin thread does not have to be brought up as the loose end is just the right length to start sewing.

Please refer to the safety instruction!

14 Setting up the sewing computer

Inserting the bobbin

Insert the bobbin

Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs clockwise.

Pull the thread counter clockwise into the slot.

Changing the needle

Removing the needle

• raise the needle turn power switch to «0»

• lower the presser foot loosen the needle clamp screw

• pull the needle down to remove

Inserting the needle

• flat side of needle to the back

• insert the needle as far as it will go tighten the needle clamp screw

Pull the thread to the left under the spring until ...

... it lies in the T-shaped slit at the end of the spring.

The bobbin must turn clockwise when thread is pulled.

Please refer to the safety instruction!

Setting up the sewing computer 15

Changing the presser foot sole

Changing the presser foot sole

• raise the needle and the presser foot shaft

• turn power switch to «0»

• press the button on the shaft to release the sole

Attaching the presser foot sole

• place the presser foot sole under the shaft so that the peg sits under the opening of the shaft

• lower the presser foot lifter and the foot sole will click into position

Supplementary spool pin

A

Please refer to the safety instruction!

Collapsible vertical spool pin

• found on the back of the sewing computer behind the handwheel

• essential aid for sewing with more than one thread, i.e. double needle work

• raise the pin until it clicks into its vertical position

• when using large reels, add the foam pad A for stability

16 Setting up the sewing computer

Threading the upper thread

A

Attaching the thread spool

• raise the needle and the presser foot

• switch the power off

• attach the foam pad

• place spool on pin (thread unwinds clockwise)

• attach the appropriate spool disc - diameter of spool disc is disc size. There must be no clearance between the disc and the spool

• take thread through rear guide A

• then into slit of upper thread tension

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

• take thread up to the left of the cover to C in the direction of the arrow, placing it in the take-up level

• take thread down and through guides D and E

C

D

E

B

Please refer to the safety instruction!

Setting up the sewing computer 17

Needle Threader

A

B

Thread in hook

• raise the needle

• 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

• let go of lever A and thread

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

18 Setting up the sewing computer

Stitch plate

Note: To change the stitch plate see page 33

Stitch plate markings

• 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.

the horizontal markings are helpful for sewing corners and but-

• tonholes, etc.

the diagonal markings are useful for quilting

• the vertical measurements correspond to the distance between

• the needle and the line needle insertion point is position «0» (center needle position) the measurements are marked to the right and left, measuring from the center needle position

Feed-dog and fabric feed

Button flush with housing = sewing position

Button depressed = feed-dog is lowered

• for free-hand sewing or darning

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 also short.

The fabric moves under the foot quite slow ly, even at full sewing speed. Buttonholes are sewn with a very short stitch length.

Setting up the sewing computer 19

Thread tension

A

The basic setting

• is indicated when the red line on the tension adjustment wheel is in line with the marking A

• the tension does not need adjusting for normal sewing work

• for special sewing work, the tension can be adjusted to suit the fabric

The tension is factory set for the best results.

Metrosene 100/2 (Arova Mettler, Switzerland) is used to set both the upper and lower thread tension.

If other sewing or embroidery threads are used, the tension may need adjusting to suit the fabric and chosen stitch.

Perfect stitch formation

• the stitch formation is in the fabric

For example:

Upper thread tension too tight

• the lower thread is pulled more to the right side of the fabric

• to reduce the upper thread tension turn tension adjustment wheel to 3–1

Tension

Metallic thread approx. 3

Monofilament approx. 2–4

Upper thread tension too loose

• the upper thread is pulled more to the wrong side of the fabric

• to increase the upper thread tension turn tension adjustment wheel to 5–10

20 Operating instructions

Balance

Your sewing computer has been tested and factory set using a double layer of cretonne fabric and Metrosene

100/2 threads (Arova Mettler,

Switzerland).

Different fabrics, threads and stabilizers can naturally affect the stitch balance so that they are sewn too close together or not close enough.

This can be remedied with

Balance to suit the fabric and produce perfect results.

Applications:

Practical stitches, e.g.

Honeycomb stitch on jersey, buttonholes, etc.

Normal position Denser stitch formation

(shorter stitch length)

Finer stitch formation

(longer stitch length)

Note:

If the balance has been adjusted, return it to the normal setting once sewing is completed.

LCD Display

0 1 2 3 4 5

5.5

1

3

4

5

6

5

2

2

1

0

4

3

7

The LCD display shows

1 stitch width, basic setting blinks constantly

2 stitch length, basic setting blinks constantly

3 needle position (9 positions)

4 needle stop up/down

5 stitch number

6 recommended foot for selected stitch

7 satin stitch; dense, short zig-zag stitch

Buttons

Stitch selection

• stitches 1–11:

touch the number of your choice; stitch number and basic width and length settings appear on the LCD display

Operating instructions 21

Altered Stitch Memory

• any stitch length or width alterations will be saved automatically

For example:

• sew altered stitch, e.g. zig-zag

• select another stitch, e.g. straight stitch

• return to zig-zag, your alterations are

still active

Stitch width

• left button = narrow the stitch width right button = widen the stitch width

• the basic settings of the chosen stitch blink constantly

Needle position

• left button = needle to the left right button = needle to the right

Stitch length

• left button = shorten the stitch length right button = increase the stitch length

22 Operating instructions

Functions

Functions are ...

activated when the symbol appears on the LCD display.

deactivated when the symbol no longer appears on the LCD display.

Reverse sewing quick reverse:

• press button

• Sewing computer sews reverse until button is released (max. stitch length 3 mm)

Applications:

• programming buttonholes

• programming darning program

• manual securing (seam begin and end) continous reverse:

• press button quickly twice

• the sewing computer sews the chosen stitch in reverse

• press button once to cancel

1/2 motor speed

• press the button and the sewing speed will be halved

• press the button again to revert to full speed

Needle stop

• basic setting needle stop up

• press button

• arrow points down = sewing computer stops with needle down

• press button again

• arrow points up = sewing computer stops with needle up

Note:

Press button a bit longer = the needle will go automatically up or down.

clr/del (clear/delete)

• press button = reverts to basic settings

• other selected functions are cleared

Exceptions:

• needle stop down

• 1/2 motor speed

• when buttonhole is selected, the first step blinks on the display

Stitch overview 23

Stitch overview

1 Straight stitch

All non-stretch fabrics. All Stitch work

2 Zig-zag stitch

Most fabric types; all simple zig-zag such as oversewing fine fabrics. Sewing on elastic and lace

3 Running stitch

Most types of fabric. Mending, patching, reinforcing seams

4 Triple straight and triple zig-zag stitch

Reinforced seams in tough, heavy fabrics

5 Blind stitch

Most types of fabric; blind hems, shell edging on soft jerseys and fine fabrics, decorative seams

6 Double overlock stitch

All types of knit; Overlock = sew and neaten in one operation

7 Stretch overlock stitch

Mediumweight knits, toweling and firm wovens. Overlock seams, flat joining seams

8 Super stretch stitch

Open seam for all super-stretch fabrics

9 Honeycomb stitch

Most types of interlock and smooth fabrics; visible seams and hems

10 Darning program

Automatic darning for fine and medium weight fabrics

11 Buttonhole

Fine to medium weight woven fabrics; blouses, shirts, trousers, bedlinens, etc.

24 Selected practical stitches

Straight stitch No. 1

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1 or blindstitch sole No. 5

Outer Edges

• needle position far left for outer edge

• place finished or folded edge of fabric against the left side of the guide on the sole No. 5

• select needle position left at desired distance from the edge

Hem Edges

• needle position far right for inner edge (hem edges)

• place edge of fold (inside upper edge of hem) against the right side of the guide on the sole No. 5

• set to right needle position to stitch along upper edge

Zig-zag stitch No. 2

A Fabric edges finished with zig-zag stitch

B Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch length

C Zig-zag stitch with altered stitch width

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Zig-zag stitch

• for all fabrics

• for neatening edges

• for decorative work

Satin stitch

• dense (shorter) zig-zag stitch = filled in zig-zag

• adjust stitch width as you sew for new effects

Oversewing edges

• guide edge of fabric under the center of the presser foot

• needle goes into fabric on one strike and over the edge of the fabric on the next stroke

• do not select too wide a width or too long a stitch – the edge should lie flat and not roll

• use darning thread for fine fabrics

Running stitch No. 3

Selected practical stitches

Triple straight stitch No. 4

25

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Wide Elastic

• for edges on sportswear and lingerie

Preparation

• cut elastic to length desired

• divide fabric edge and elastic into 4 equal sections and mark

• pin elastic to raw edge, matching up marks

Sewing

• stretch the elastic to fit the raw edge while sewing

• trim excess fabric close to the stitching

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Open Seam

• durable seam for firm and densely woven fabrics such as denim and corduroy

• reinforced seam for garment areas subject to hard wear

Decorative top stitch

• lengthen out stitch and use as a decorative top stitch with denim

Note:

For best results when topstitching with the triple stitch, set the length to 4.

26 Selected practical stitches

Blind stitch No. 5 Double overlock stitch No. 6

Use blind stitch sole No. 5

For «invisible» hems in medium to heavy cotton, wool and blended fabrics.

Preparation

• neaten raw edges

• prepare seam as for sewing by hand

• place work under the presser foot (see drawing)

Wrong side of fabric

5

Right side of fabric

Wrong side of fabric

Sewing

• the needle should just pierce the edge of the fold (same as hand sewing)

• adjust the stitch width to suit the fabric

• after sewing about 10 cm

(4"), check both sides of fabric and adjust width again if necessary

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1 or overlock sole No. 2

Closed seam

Overlock seam in loose knits and cross seams in knits and jerseys.

2

Sewing

• guide the raw edge along the pin on the overlock sole or the reverse pattern sole

• the stitch will form over the pin and over the edge of the fabric

Stretch overlock stitch No. 7

Selected practical stitches

Super stretch stitch No. 8

27

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Closed Seam

• overlock seam in coarse or loose knits

Sewing

• sew stretch overlock along the fabric edge

• the stitch should sew over the edge of the fabric on the right sewing of the needle

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Open Seam

• very elastic seam for knit fabrics

• ideal for sports and leisure wear

• seam lies flat and is not bulky

When using heavyweight fabrics (rolling edges) sew

3/8’’ (1cm) in from the edge and cut off seam allowance.

28 Selected practical stitches

Honeycomb stitch No. 9 Zippers with Straight stitch No. 1

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Ribbing with visible seam

• for all cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fiber jersey

Preparation press 1 cm (3/8") to wrong side

Sewing

• sew from the right at a foot's width from the edge

• trim surplus fabric (wrong side)

• adjust balance if necessary

Balance/corrections bring stitch together open out stitch

Note:

After sewing return balance to the normal setting!

Use zipper sole No. 4

Preparation

• baste in zipper

• fabric edges should meet over the center of the zipper needle position far right or far left

4

Sewing

• sew in the zipper, each side from bottom to top

• once with needle position far right and once with needle position far left

• the edge of the foot runs along the teeth of the zipper

• the needle inserts close to the teeth

Darning program, stitch No. 10

Selected practical stitches

Buttonhole, stitch No. 11

29

Use reverse pattern sole No. 1

Darning with Reverse pattern sole No. 1 (auto stitch counter)

• insert needle in top left of damaged area

• sew the first length and stop the sewing computer

• press the quick reverse button: length is programmed

• complete the darn; the sewing computer stops automatically

• clear the programme by pressing the «clr/del»-button

Large areas:

• the darning area can be extended by moving the work under the foot

Use buttonhole sole No. 3

Preparation

• select buttonhole

• the LCD display shows the buttonhole number, presser foot sole No. 3 and the buttonhole symbol (the first step blinks on the display)

• insert the lower thread in the finger of the bobbin case = thread tension is a little higher

• mark the buttonhole length in the appropriate position

Test sewing

• test on the fabric and stabilizer you intend to use

• sew buttonholes in the same grain direction (with or against)

• cut the buttonhole open

• push the button through and adjust length if necessary

Manual buttonholes are particularly suitable for single buttonholes, for repairing existing buttonholes or to decorative effect. Manual buttonholes cannot be saved.

30 Selected practical stitches

Sewing a manual standard buttonhole

Both beads are sewn in the same direction.

The individual steps blink on the LCD display.

1 2

1 sew the first bead forward, stop the sewing computer

• press the reverse button

2 sew reverse straight stitch, stop the sewing computer at the first stitch (buttonhole begin)

• press the reverse button

3 sew the bartack and the second bead, stop the sewing computer

• press the reverse button

4 sew the bartack and the securing stitches

3 4

Individual steps can be eliminated or repeated.

Corrections

To adjust the bead width

• alter the stitch width

• altered stitch widths can be deleted by pressing the «clr/del»-button

Altering the stitch length

• any alterations to the stitch length affect both beads (denser or less dense)

• altered stitch length can be deleted by pressing the «clr/del»-button

Balance for manual buttonholes

• any balance alterations to the manual buttonholes affects both beads identically because they are sewn in the same direction

Note:

When all buttonholes have been sewn, return balance to the normal setting!

Sewing needles

Important facts about sewing needles

Your BERNINA uses needle system 130/705H. Needle

Needle and thread

The most commonly sold needles are nos. 70 –120.

The finer the needle, the lower the number. The table shows which needle is suitable for which threads.

Darning thread

cotton thread

Needle appropriate for thread

When sewing, the thread runs in the long groove on the needle.

Needle inappropriate for thread

If the needle is too fine, the groove will be too narrow for the thread and faulty stitching or thread breakage can occur.

Needle and fabric

Condition of needle

The needle must be in perfect condition. Problems can occur with damaged needles.

• •

• •

• •

Thick threads,

synthetic mercerised

thread

• •

Buttonhole thread

for decorative • •

seams (cordonnet)

31 bent needle blunt needle hooked needle

32 Sewing needles

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

Special needles are available at your BERNINA dealer.

Type of needle

Universal

130/705 H

Model Suitable for

For nearly all natural and synthetic fabrics (woven and knitted)

Normal point, slightly rounded

Jersey/Stretch

130/705 H-S

130/705 H-SES

130/705 H-SUK

Jeans

130/705 H-J

Ball point

Very fine point

Jersey, stretch fabrics

Heavyweight fabrics such as denim, canvas, overalls

Leather

130/705 H-LL

130/705 H-LR

Double needle

130/705 H-ZWI

Cutting point

Natural and synthetic leather and plastic

Visible hems in stretch fabrics, pintucks, decorative sewing

Needle distance: 1.0 / 1.6 / 2.0 /

2.5 / 3.0 / 4.0

Triple needle

130/705 H-DRI

Decorative sewing

Needle distance: 3.0

Wing needle

130/705 HO

Hemstitch

Wing needle (wing)

Needle size

60–100

70–90

80–110

90–100

70–100

80

100–120

Cleaning

Maintenance 33

If the sewing computer is stored in a cold room, it should be brought to a warm room about one hour before use.

Clean the sewing computer after every use

• turn power switch to «0» (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet

• remove presser foot and needle open the free-arm cover

• press the stitch plate down at the back right corner, lift and remove

• clean the area with the lint brush replace the stitch plate

Cleaning the hook

• turn power switch to «0» (off) and pull out plug from electric outlet

• remove the bobbin case push the release lever to the left

• push the locking lever to the left and fold down the hook race cover

• remove the hook clean the hook race with a cloth or brush,

• never use a sharp instrument replace the hook, turning the handwheel if

• necessary so that the hook driver is on the left close the hook race cover and secure with the

• locking lever, the locking pin must engage check by turning the handwheel

• insert the bobbin case

CAUTION

Disconnect plug from the socket before cleaning and servicing

Lubricating

• squeeze 1–2 drops of oil into the hook race run the machine for a short time without thread to prevent oil soiling your work

Cleaning the LCD display and the sewing computer

• wipe with a damp cloth

Important!

Never use alcohol, petrol, white spirit or any type of solvent to clean the sewing computer!

Please refer to the safety instruction!

34 Trouble shooting

Trouble shooting

In most cases you will be able to identify and remedy faults by checking the following.

Check whether:

• the upper and lower threads are threaded correctly

• the needle is inserted correctly

• the needle size is correct – check the needle/thread table p. 31

• the sewing computer is clean – brush out any thread fluff

• the hook race is clean

• any threads are trapped between the tension discs or under the bobbin case spring

• the bobbin runs smoothly in the case or if remnants or lint need removing

Lower thread breaks

• The lower thread tension is too tight.

• The bobbin is jamming in the bobbin case. Remove and replace the bobbin.

• The hole in the stitch plate has been damaged by the needle. This must be repolished by an expert.

• The needle is blunt or bent.

Upper thread breaks

The upper thread tension is too tight.

The needles are of a poor quality. Ideally needles should be purchased from your

BERNINA dealer.

The needle is bent or blunt.

• Poor quality, knotted or dried out thread has been used.

• Use the correct spool disc.

• Stitch plate or hook tip damaged. Take your sewing computer to your BERNINA dealer.

Skipped stitches

• Wrong needles used. Use only

130/705H system.

• The needle is blunt, bent or incorrectly inserted.

• Push right to the top when inserting.

• Needle inserted all the way to the top.

• The needle point does not suit the fabric being sewn.

If necessary use a ball point for knitted fabrics and cutting point for hard leather.

Faulty stitching

• Remnants of thread between the tension discs.

• Remnants of thread under the bobbin case spring.

• Lower thread still threaded in the bobbin case finger.

• Sewing computer threaded with foot down.

• Incorrect threading. Check upper and lower threads.

• Use the correct spool disc.

Needle breaks

• Needle clamp screw loose.

• Fabric taken out in front instead of behind presser foot.

• When sewing over thick area, the fabric was pushed with the needle still in the fabric.

• Poor quality thread, unevenly wound or knotted.

• See pages 31 and 32 for infor mation about needles.

Sewing computer fails to run or runs slowly

• Plug not properly inserted.

• Power switch in off position.

• Sewing computer has been standing in a cold room.

• Bobbin winder still switched on.

Index 35

Index

A

Accessories

Accessory case

Altered stitch memory

8–11

8

21

B

Balance

Blind stitch

Bobbin

Bobbin case

Bobbin thread cutter

Buttonhole

20, 28, 30

23, 26

12–14

13

12, 13

29, 30

C

Changing the presser foot sole

Changing the needle

Cleaning

Clear / Delete

D

Darning program

Delete / Clear

Details of the sewing

23, 29

22 computer 6–7

Display 21

Double overlock stitch 23, 26

15

14

33

22

F

Fabric cover

Fabric feed

Feed-dog

Foot control

H

Honeycomb stitch

I

Inserting the bobbin

L

LCD display

Lens Set

M

Maintenance

1/2 Motor speed

N

Needle position

Needle stop

Needle Threader

Needle up/down

Needles

8

18

18

8, 10

23, 28

14

21

10

33

22

21

22

17

22

31, 32

O

Optional accessories

P

Power cable

10, 11

8

R

Reverse sewing

Running stitch

22

23, 25

S

Seam guide

Sewing light

Sewing table

Snap-on soles

Spool pin

Standard accessories

Start-stop-unit

Stitch length/width

Stitch overview

Stitch plate

Stitch selection

Straight stitch 23, 24, 28

Stretch overlock stitch 23, 27

Super stretch stitch

Supplementary spool pin

23, 27

15

21

23

18

21

9

15

8, 9

11

10

11

10

T

Thread cutter

Thread tension

Threading

Threads

Triple straight stitch

Trouble shooting

12, 13, 17

19

16

31

23, 25

34

U

Upper thread

W

Winding the bobbin

Z

Zig-zag stitch

Zippers

16

12

23, 24

28

2014/02 EN 033644.51.04

36 Imprint

Imprint

Typesetting, Layout, DTP: Silvia Bartholdi

Graphics: Müller-Melzer ID, Kreuzlingen

© copyright 2010

BERNINA International AG, Steckborn

All rights reserved

For technical and product improvement reasons, the sewing computer's features, parts and accessory are subject to unannounced changes and alterations at any time. The accessory included can differ from country to country.

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