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Welcome Dear BERNINA customer, Congratulations! You have decided on BERNINA and therefore on a product which will delight you for years. For more than 100 years our family company has attached greatest importance to satisfied customers. As for me, it is a matter of personal concern to offer you Swiss development and precision at the height of perfection, future-orientated sewing technology and a comprehensive customer service.
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2017/04 en 0359645.1.04 1st Edition Copyright 2017 BERNINA International AG All rights reserved: For technical reasons and for the purpose of product improvements, changes concerning the features of the machine can be made at any time and without advance notice. The supplied...
Contents Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 My BERNINA Introduction Welcome to the world of BERNINA Key to signs Overview Machine Overview front controls Overview front Overview sideways Overview back Supplied accessories Overview accessories machine Use of the power cable (only USA/Canada)
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Contents Feed dog Adjusting the feed dog Slide-on table Using the slide-on table Attaching the seam guide Presser foot Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System Adjusting the presser foot position via the button «Presser foot up/down» Changing the presser foot Selecting the presser foot in the user interface Adjusting the presser foot pressure...
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Adjusting the brightness of the display Adjusting the sewing light Calibrating the display Back to default setting Deleting user data Deleting motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick Calibrating the Buttonhole foot No. 3A Updating the machine Firmware Recovering saved data Cleaning the thread catcher...
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Overwriting stitch patterns from the personal memory Loading stitch patterns from the personal memory Deleting stitch patterns from the personal memory Uploading a stitch pattern from the BERNINA USB stick Deleting stitch patterns from the BERNINA USB stick Stitch Designer...
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Contents Securing Securing a seam with the button «Securing» Securing with the button «Pattern end» 5.10 Height Compensation of uneven layers 5.11 Sewing Corners 6 Practical stitches Overview Practical stitches Sewing straight stitch Securing with the automatic Securing Program Sewing in the zipper Sewing both sides of the zipper from bottom to top Sewing Triple straight stitch Sewing Triple zig zag...
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Overview Quilt Stitches 10.2 Quilting, Securing Program 10.3 Sewing handlook quilt stitches 10.4 Guiding the quilt work freely 11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) 11.1 BSR mode 1 11.2 BSR mode 2 11.3 BSR function with Straight stitch No. 1 11.4 BSR function with Zig zag No.
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Contents 11.6 Using the BSR mode 11.7 Securing Securing in BSR1 mode with the button «Start/Stop» Securing in BSR2 mode 12 My BERNINA Embroidery 12.1 Overview Embroidery module 12.2 Supplied accessories Embroidery module Overview accessory Embroidery module 12.3 Overview User Interface...
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Contents Using water-soluble stabilizer Preparing the embroidery hoop Attaching the hoop Overview Embroidery functions Center the needle to the embroidery hoop Moving the hoop to the back Moving the module for the sewing mode Grid on/off Locating the center of the embroidery motif Virtual positioning of the embroidery hoop 14 Setup Program 14.1...
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Administering embroidery motifs Administering embroidery motifs Saving embroidery motifs in the personal memory Saving the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick Overwriting the embroidery motif in the personal memory Overwriting the embroidery motif on the BERNINA USB stick Importing stitch patterns...
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Contents 18 Overview motifs 18.1 Overview Stitch patterns Practical stitches Buttonholes Decorative stitches 18.2 Overview Embroidery motifs Editing embroidery motifs Embellishment Quilt motifs Borders and Lace Children Flowers Seasons Asia Sport Monograms in pink Monograms in blue Animals DesignWorks designs Projects Charming Monograms Homedeco...
Important safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please be aware of the following basic safety instructions when using your machine. Before using this machine, read instruction manual carefully. DANGER! To reduce the risk of electrical shock: • Never leave the machine unattended as long as it is plugged in. • Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. Protection against LED radiation: • Do not view the LED light directly with optical instruments (e.g.
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• Cleaning and maintencance work must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised. • Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Contact the nearest authorized BERNINA dealer to arrange further details. • Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer. • Don't use this machine when the ventilation openings are blocked. Keep the ventilation openings free from the accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth.
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The symbol may also be marked on the product. KEEP THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SAVE Appropriate use Your BERNINA machine is conceived and designed for private household use. It answers the purpose to quilt fabrics as it is decribed in this instruction manual. Any other use is not considered appropriate.
My BERNINA 1.1 Introduction With your BERNINA 790 PLUS you can sew, embroider and quilt. Delicate silk or satin fabrics as well as heavy-weight linen, fleece and denim can be sewn without any problems with this machine. Numerous practical as well as decorative stitches, buttonholes and embroidery motifs are at your disposal.
Fancy instructions, free sewing patterns and embroidery motifs as well as many new ideas: all this you can find in the weekly blog by BERNINA. Our experts give valuable tips and explain step by step how you can achieve the desired result. In the community you can upload your own projects and exchange experiences and ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts.
My BERNINA Overview front Connection for embroidery module Slide speed control Bobbin cover Thread take-up lever cover Connection for accessory (optional accessory) Thread take-up lever Presser foot Fixing screw Needle threader Connection for slide-on table Sewing light Connection for Free Hand System...
My BERNINA Overview sideways Connection for foot control Power switch PC-connection Connection for power cable Spool holder Magnet holder for touchscreen pen Bobbin winding unit with thread cutter Air vents Swiveling spool holder USB port Handwheel Feed dog up/down...
All rights reserved: For technical reasons and for the purpose of product improvements, changes concerning the features of the machine can be made at any time and without advance notice. The supplied accessory can vary depending on the country of delivery. Visit www.bernina.com for more accessory information.
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My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Soft Cover with pocket The soft cover protects the machine from dust and contamination. Accessory box The accessory box serves the purpose to store the supplied accessories as well as the optional accessories. Knee lifter The presser foot may be raised and lowered with the Free Hand System.
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My BERNINA Illustration Name Purpose Touchscreen pen The operation of the display is more precise when using the touchscreen pen instead of the fingers. Seam ripper The seam ripper is an indispensable tool to ando stitches or to cut buttonholes open.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way! Foot control (only USA/Canada) Always use the foot control of the type LV1 with the BERNINA 790 PLUS. Overview presser feet Illustration...
Open embroidery foot Appliqués, decorative patterns. Sideways motion foot For sewing sideways motion patterns. BERNINA Stitch Regulator Free-motion quilting (BSR) with regular stitch length. Accessory box All rights reserved: For technical reasons and for the purpose of product improvements, changes concerning the features of the machine can be made at any time and without advance notice.
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My BERNINA Big drawer Spool holder Small drawer Presser feet Automatic Buttonhole foot with slide Presser foot holders for 5.5 mm and 9.0 mm feet Selection of needles...
My BERNINA 1.6 Overview User Interface Overview functions/visual information Upper thread tension Stitch plate selection Needle selection Feed dog up/down Presser foot indicator/Presser foot selection Filling level of bobbin thread Presser foot pressure Overview System settings Home Help Setup Pogram...
My BERNINA Overview selection menu sewing Practical stitches Quilt stitches Decorative stitches Personal Memory Alphabets History Buttonholes Overview Icons Icon Name Purpose i-Dialog Touching the icon «i»-Dialog provides various functions to edit motifs. Close The display is closed and the previously made adjustments are saved.
My BERNINA Icon Name Purpose Slide By moving the slide the setting values are changed. Switch Activates or deactivates functions. Process navigation With the process navigation scrolling back in the display is possible. Swipe function By swiping the display using the touchscreen pen or the finger upwards or downwards, further functions can be displayed.
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My BERNINA Illustration Needle name Needle description Purpose Microtex needle Especially fine point Mircro fiber fabrics and silk. 130/705 H-M 60-110 Quilting needle Slightly rounded fine Straight and point topstitching. 130/705 H-Q 75, 90 Embroidery needle Small ball point, Embroidery on all...
My BERNINA Needle/thread combination The needle/thread combination is correct, when the thread fits perfectly into the long groove and goes easily through the needle eye. The thread can be optimally sewn. The thread can break and skipped stitches can occur when there is too much clearance in the long groove and the needle eye.
Sewing preparation Sewing preparation 2.1 Accessory box Accessory box free standing > On the back of the box, pull both extensions out until they click into place. Storing accessory NOTICE Incorrect sorting of the bobbin The silvery sensor surface can get scratched. >...
Sewing preparation 2.2 Connection and Switching on Connecting the foot control > Unwind the cable of the foot control to the desired length. > Insert the cable of the foot control into the foot control connection.
Attaching the knee lifter of the Free Hand System The lateral position of the knee lifter can be adjusted by your local BERNINA Dealer required. > Insert the knee lifter into the opening at the front side of the machine.
Sewing preparation Fixing the touchscreen pen > Store the touchscreen pen at the magnet holder. Switching the machine on > Switch on the machine at the main switch to «I». 2.3 Foot control Regulating the speed via the foot control Via the foot control the speed can be adjusted steplessly.
Sewing preparation Raising/Lowering the needle > Sink the heel back on the foot control to raise/lower the needle. Programming the foot control individually The foot control, i. e. the back kick function can be programmed individually (see page 60). 2.4 Spool pin Swiveling spool pin Installing the spool holder With metallic or other special threads, it is recommend to use the swiveling spool pin.
Sewing preparation > Place the thread spool on the spool holder. Horizontal spool pin Placing the foam pad, the thread spool and the thread disc Spool discs hold the thread spool in place for proper release of thread from the spool. The thread disc is only used with the horizontal spool holder.
Sewing preparation 2.5 Free arm The BERNINA 790 PLUS provides a solidly designed free arm which offers a lot of space for large project on the right of the needle. 2.6 Feed dog Adjusting the feed dog NOTICE Inappropriate handling of the fabric Damage of the needle and the stitch plate.
Sewing preparation > Push the button «Feed dog up/down» to lower the feed dog. > Push the button again to sew with the feed dog up. 2.7 Slide-on table Using the slide-on table When attached to the free arm, it expands the already existing sewing area. >...
Sewing preparation 2.8 Presser foot Adjusting the presser position via the knee lifter of the Free Hand System > Adjust the sitting height so that the knee lifter can be operated with the knee. > Push the knee lifter with the knee to the right to raise the presser foot. –...
Sewing preparation > Touch the icon «Optional presser feet» to display all suitable presser feet for the selected stitch pattern. > Touch the icon «Scrolling right» to view additional suitable presser foot options. > Select the attached presser foot. – When the selected presser foot is suitable, sewing can start.
Sewing preparation 2.10 Needle and stitch plate Changing the needle > Raise the needle. > Switch the machine off and disconnect it from the power supply system. > Remove the presser foot. > Loosen the fixing screw of the needle using the screwdriver gray Torx. >...
Sewing preparation > Touch the icon «Needle type/Needle size». > Select the needle type (1) of the inserted needle. > Select the needle size (2) of the inserted needle. Adjusting the needle position up/down > Push the button «Needle up/down» to lower the needle. >...
Sewing preparation Changing the stitch plate The stitch plate is marked with vertical, horizontal and diagonal lines in millimeters (mm) and inches (inch). These lines help to guide the fabric when sewing seams and precise topstitching. Prerequisite: • The feed dog is lowered. • The machine is switched off and disconnected from the power supply system. • Needle and presser foot are removed.
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Sewing preparation > Place the thread spool on the spool holder so that the thread unwinds clockwise. > Add the appropriate spool disc. > Guide the thread in direction of the arrow through the rear thread guide (1) and hold the thread with the hands so that it is taut and can be inserted into the thread tension.
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Sewing preparation > Guide the thread through the guides (7/8) above the foot. > Switch the machine on. > Press the semi-automatic threader lever (9) slightly down, keep pressed and pull the thread to the left beneath the gray threader hook (10). >...
Sewing preparation > Pull the thread loop (14) to the back. > Pull the thread beneath the attached foor from back to front over the thread cutter (15) and cut. Threading the double needle Prerequisite: • The double needle is inserted. > Guide the first thread in direction of the arrow on the right side of the tension disc (1). >...
Sewing preparation > Thread the second thread manually into the left needle. Threading the triple needle Always attach a foam pad when using the swiveling spool holder. This prevents the thread from getting hooked at the spool holder. Prerequisite: • The triple needle is inserted. >...
Sewing preparation > Attach the empty bobbin on the winding unit (1) so that the silvery sensor surface is down. > Guide the thread to the left into the rear thread guide (2). > Guide the thread around the thread pretension clockwise (3). >...
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Sewing preparation > Press the bobbin case release at the bobbin case (1). > Remove the boobin case. > Remove the bobbin from the bobbin case. > Insert the new bobbin so that the silvery sensor surface is facing the back of the bobbin case. >...
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Sewing preparation > Pull the thread to the right under the spring (3), then lead the thread under the two thread guides (4) and pull upwards. > When inserting into the machine, hold the bobbin case so the the thread guide (5) points upwards. >...
Sewing preparation Indicating fill level of bobbin thread The fill level of the bobbin thread is indicated by a colored bar as well as in percentage. > Touch the icon «Bobbin thread fill level» to thread the bobbin thread according to the animation.
Setup Program Setup Program 3.1 Sewing settings Adjusting the upper thread tension Adjustments to the upper thread tension in the Setup Program affect all stitch patterns. Individual alteration of the upper thread tension can also be made for currently selected stitches. The setting in the Setup remains active after switching off.
Setup Program Adjusting the hovering height of the presser foot The hovering height of the presser foot can be adjusted according to the fabric thickness from 0 to maximal 7 mm. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». >...
Setup Program > Touch the icon «Secure» to deactive the automatic securing. > Touch the icon «Secure» again to active the automatic securing. Programming the button «Thread cutter» The automatic securing can be programed before the thread cut takes place. >...
Setup Program Programming the button «Quick reverse» It can be chosen either «Quick reverse permanent» or «Backstepping». > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Sewing settings». > Touch the icon «Program buttons and icons». > Touch the icon «Program Quick reverse». >...
Setup Program Programming the foot control When the icon «Needle up/down» is activated, the needle is raised or lowered via a back kick on the foot control. Alternatively, the presser foot can be positioned, the thread can be cut and the automatic securing can be programmed.
When the embroidery motif is openend on the machine, it is always centered to the embroidery hoop. If you want the embroidery motif to be opened in its original position (defined by the BERNINA embroidery software), the function «Center the embroidery motif» must be activated.
Setup Program > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Embroidery settings». > Touch the icon «Calibrate the hoop». – The machine recognizes the embroidery hoop automatically. > Touch the icon «Delete» (1) to delete the present calibration. >...
Setup Program Programming the securing stitches Embroidery motifs are programmed either with or without securing stitches. The machine recognizes when no securing stitches are programmed and adds some. If securing stitches are not wanted, they can be deactivated. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». >...
Setup Program > Touch the switch in the middle section of the display (2) again and the machine won't stop for a manual thread cut. > Touch the icons «-» or «+» (3) to adjust the length from where the connecting stitches are cut. > Touch the yellow-framed icon to reset the alteration to default setting. Changing the measuring unit The measuring unit in the embroidery mode can be changed from mm to inch.
Setup Program > Touch the text box above the color settings. > Enter the welcome text. > Touch the icon «ABC» (standard setting) to use upper-case letters. > Touch the icon «abc» to use lower-case letters. > Touch the icon «123» to use figures and mathematical symbols. >...
3.6 Machine settings Selecting a language The User Interface can be programmed in different languages according to the customer's wish because BERNINA provides a wide range of international languages for the customers. Via firmware updates additional languages for the User Interface can be provided. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings».
Setup Program Adjusting the brightness of the display The brightness of the display can be adjusted corresponding to the personal preferences. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings». > Touch the icon «Adjust the brightness». >...
Setup Program > Touch the crosses in sequence using the touchscreen pen. Back to default setting ATTENTION: Using this function will delete all individually made settings. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings». > Touch the icon «Default settings». >...
When motifs which won't be needed anymore are saved on the BERNINA USB Stick (Optional accessory), the stick can be connected to the machine and the data can be deleted. > Insert the BERNINA USB Stick (Optional accessory) into the den USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «Setup Program». > Touch the icon «Machine settings».
If personal data and settings after a software update are not available anymore, they can be transfered to the machine again afterwards. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick (Optional accessory) providing the saved data and settings into the USB port of the machine.
Too much oil can pollute the fabric and the thread. > Give one drop of BERNINA oil in each of the two oil depots. Sew/Embroider on a test piece first. The Setup Program provides animations how the machine has to be oiled. In chapter «Maintencance and cleaning»...
Reviewing the total number of stitches The total number of stitches of the machine as well as the number of stitches since the last service carried out by the specialized BERNINA dealer are displayed. > Touch the icon «Setup Program».
BERNINA dealer. Saving Service data Service data concerning the status quo of the machine can be saved on a BERNINA USB stick (Optional accessory) and then given to the BERNINA dealer this way. > Insert a BERNINA USB stick (Optional accessory) which provides enough free memory space into the USB port.
> Touch the icon «Service data». > Touch the icon «LOG». – The icon «LOG» is outlined in white. > Only when the icon is not outlined in white anymore, remove the BERNINA USB Stick (Optional accessory). ID Number The ID number of the machine is displayed.
System settings System settings 4.1 Calling up the Tutorial The tutorial provides information and explanations on different sections concerning sewing and embroidering and the various stitches. > Touch the icon «Tutorial». > Select the desired topic to get information. 4.2 Calling up the Creative Consultant The Creative Consultant provides information about decision support concerning sewing projects.
System settings 4.6 Cancelling any alterations with «clr» Any alterations to motifs can be reset to default setting. Exceptions are saved motifs which have been filed in the personal memory and monitoring functions. > Touch the icon «clr».
It is recommended to match the presser foot pressure with the fabric. The thicker the fabric, the lower the presser foot pressure. The BERNINA Dual Feed feeds the fabric from above and from beneath simultaneously. This provides an even and careful feed forward even for smooth and thin materials. Striped and checkered patterns can be matched perfectly by even feeding.
«Sticky» fabrics are: • Imitation leather, coated fabrics (Dual Feed presser foot with sliding sole). Application of the BERNINA Dual Feed Only use presser feet with a cut-out at the center back and the labeling «D». Additional presser feet with the labeling «D» are listed in the enclosed accessory catalog.
The basic setting of the upper thread tension is provided automatically as soon as a stitch pattern or an embroidery motif is selected. The upper thread tension is set optimally at the BERNINA factory and the machine has been tested. Metrosene-/Seralon thread size 100/2 (Company Mettler, Switzerland) is used for upper and bobbin thread.
Creative sewing > Move the slide using the touchscreen pen/finger to increase or reduce the upper thread tension. > Touch the yellow-framed icon on the right side to reset the alteration to default setting. > Touch the yellow-framed icon on the left side to reset the alteration to default setting in the Setup Program.
Creative sewing Correcting the balance The machine is tested and set optimally before it leaves the BERNINA factory. Different fabrics, threads and stabilizers can affect the programmed stitch patterns so that they cannot be sewn out correctly. The electronic balance can correct these deviation and the stitch pattern can be adjusted optimally to the selected fabric.
Creative sewing Mirror image of stitch patterns > Select a stitch pattern or alphabet. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Mirror image left/right» to mirror the stitch pattern from left to tight. > Touch the icon «Mirror image up/down» to mirror the stitch pattern contrary to the sewing direction. >...
Creative sewing Quick reverse > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. > Program needle stop down (permanent) to switch immediately to Quick reverse as soon as the button «Quick reverse» is pressed. > Program needle stop up (permanent) to sew another stitch forward before the machine switches to reverse sewing.
Creative sewing > Touch the yellow-framed icon to reset the alteration to default setting. – In the left portion of the display the start of the stitch pattern is marked with a white dot (2) and the end with a red cross. 5.6 Combining stitch patterns Overview Combi mode Matching the stitch pattern size with the display 3...
Creating Stitch pattern combinations In the Combi mode stitch patterns and alphabets can be combined according to your wish. By combining any alphabet letters, the logo BERNINA can be created. > Touch the icon «Single/Combi mode». > Select the desired stitch patterns.
Creative sewing Deleting a stitch pattern combination > Create a stitch pattern combination. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Edit the complete combination». > Touch the icon «Delete». > Touch the icon «Confirm». Editing the view of the stitch pattern combination >...
Creative sewing Deleting a single stitch pattern > Create a stitch pattern combination. > With the touchscreen pen/finger touch the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination to select a single stitch pattern. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Delete» or touch the desired stitch pattern with the touchscreen pen/finger, keep it touched and move it to the right.
Creative sewing Adding a single stitch pattern The new stitch pattern is always inserted after the selected stitch pattern. > Create a stitch pattern combination. > With the touchscreen pen/finger touch the desired position (1) within the stitch pattern combination to select a single stitch pattern.
Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Adjust the width within a combination» (4). > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» to the left to reduce the width of the stitch pattern combination proportionally. > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» to the right to enlarge the width of the stitch pattern combination proportionally.
Creative sewing Stitch pattern combination Subdivider 2 A stitch pattern combination can be interrupted at several positions. The interruption is placed beneath the cursor. > Create a stitch pattern combination. > With the touchscreen pen/finger select the desired position within the stitch pattern combination where the stitch pattern combination is to be interrupted.
Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» once to repeat the stitch pattern combination. > Touch the icon «Pattern repeat» again to repeat the stitch pattern combination up to 9 times. > Keep the icon «Pattern repeat» pressed to deactivate the pattern repeat. Changing the sewing direction of a stitch pattern >...
Creative sewing Calling up the previously sewn stitch patterns The 15 previously sewn stitch patterns are saved automatically and can be called up at any time. > Touch the icon «History» to display the previously sewn stitch patterns. > Select the stitch pattern. Saving stitch patterns in personal memory In the filing system «Personal memory»...
> Touch the icon «Personal memory». > Touch the icon «Load embroidery motif». > Touch the icon (1). > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select the desired stitch pattern.
Creative sewing 5.8 Stitch Designer Overview Stitch Designer Back Limiting pattern width Redo Moving the view Point position Relocating points/Selecting points Zoom out Inserting/Editing a stitch Zoom in Scrolling through points Stitch pattern view Select all points Mirror image up/down Selecting from a particular point Triple stitch Single point is selected...
Creative sewing In the left portion of the display the position of the currently active point is indicated additionally. The horizontal distance of the point to the center line is indicated in millimeters. The vertical distance of the point to the previous point is also indicated in millimeters. >...
Creative sewing Relocating the points > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. > Touch the icon «Stitch Designer». > Touch the icon «Single point is selected». > Touch the icon «Select from a particular point». > Touch the icon «Scroll up» to add the previous point to the selection. >...
Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Scroll down» to add the following point to the selection. > Touch the icon «Delete» to delete all the selected points of the stitch pattern. Activating the triple stitch > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. >...
Creative sewing > Touch the icon «Select all points». > Touch the icon «Reversing the stitch sequence». Designing a stitch pattern from scratch > Select a stitch pattern, alphabet or buttonhole. > Touch the icon «Stitch Designer». > Touch the icon «Virtual sewing out». Determining the stitch pattern width The width of the stitch pattern is limited to 9 mm.
Creative sewing 5.10 Height Compensation of uneven layers If the presser foot is at an angle when sewing over a thick seam, the feed dog cannot grip the fabric and the sewing project cannot be sewn out properly. > Place 1 – 3 compensating plates as required from the back of the presser foot close to the needle to level the fabric layer.
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Creative sewing > Lower the presser foot. > Resume sewing until the sewing project is on the feed dog again.
Practical stitches Practical stitches 6.1 Overview Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Straight stitch Seams and topstitching. Zig zag Reinforcing seams, overcasting edges, sewing elastic seams and attaching lace. Vari overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic fabrics.
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Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Gathering stitch Most types of fabric; gathering with shirring elastic, butted seams = butting two pressed edges and sewing together, decorative stitches. Stretch overlock Sewing and finishing in one step of elastic fabrics.
Practical stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number Small Fly stitch Reinforcing pocket openings, zippers and slits in fine or medium-weight fabrics. Narrow blindstitch For blind hems in fine fabrics. Triple Straight stitch Reinforced seams in heavy fabrics; visible with long stitch hems and seams.
Practical stitches 6.3 Securing with the automatic Securing Program Due to a determined number of 5 stitches sewn forward and 5 stitches sewn backward, the securing is regular. Prerequisite: • The Reverse pattern foot No. 1C is attached. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Securing Program No. 5. >...
Practical stitches > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». – The Straight stitch No. 1 is selected automatically. > Sew the seam up to where the zipper starts. > Sew the securing stitches. > Close the zipper length with long stitches. >...
Practical stitches > Use the Free Hand System to raise the presser foot and to position the sewing project. > Start sewing in the center of the seam at the end of the zipper. > Sew diagonally along the edge of the zipper coils. >...
Practical stitches 6.7 Sewing Triple zig zag For firm materials such as denim, deckchair covers, awnings or frequently washed items. Finish raw edges first. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C/1D. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Triple zig zag No. 7. 6.8 Manual darning Used for darning holes or worn areas in all fabric types.
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Practical stitches > Move in curves when changing the direction to avoid holes and thread breakage. > Work the rows in irregular lengths so that the thread is better spread over the fabric. > Sew the first rows not too close together and beyond the worn area. >...
Practical stitches > Sew another loose row. 6.9 Automatic darning The simple Darning Program No. 22 is especially suitable for quick darning of worn or damaged areas. It is recommended to use fine material as a backing for the worn and damaged areas or to stick an adhesive interlining.
Practical stitches 6.10 Reinforced darning, automatic The reinforced Darning Program No. 23 is especially suitable for quick darning of worn or damaged areas. The reinforced Darning Program No. 23 replaces threads along the lengthwise grain in all materials. If the Darning Program does not cover the whole worn or damaged area, it is recommended to reposition the work and the sew the Darning Program again.
Practical stitches 6.11 Reinforced Darning Program The Darning Program No. 34 is particularly suitable for worn or damaged area in heavy or firm fabrics such as denim or overalls. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». >...
Practical stitches 6.13 Sewing Double overlock A double overlock seam is suitable for loose knits and cross seams in knits. When working with jersey, a jersey needle should be used to prevent damaging the knit fabric. When sewing stretch materials, use a stretch needle.
Practical stitches > Select the needle position in the desired distance to the edge. 6.16 Edgestitching using the seam guide When sewing parallel wider lines, it is recommended to guide the seam guide along the sewn of lines. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C or the Edge stitch foot No. 10/10C/10D (optional accessory). >...
Practical stitches > Select the needle position far right to sew along the upper edge. 6.18 Sewing blind hems For invisible hems in medium to heavy-weight cotton, wool and blended materials. Prerequisite: • The fabric edges are finished. > Attach the Blindstitch foot No. 5. >...
Practical stitches > After sewing about 10 cm (ca. 3.93 inch) check both sides of the fabric and adjust the width again if necessary. 6.19 Sewing visible hems The visible hem is especially suitable for elastic hems in jersey, cotton, wool, synthetic and mixed fibers. >...
Practical stitches 6.20 Sewing flat joining seams The flat joining seam is especially suitable for or thick materials such as terry cloth, felt and leather. > Attach the Reverse pattern foot No. 1C. > Touch the icon «Practical stitches». > Select the Stretch overlock No. 13. >...
Decorative stitches Decorative stitches 7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches Depending on the type of material, simple or more complex decorative stitches should be selected to best suit the material. • Decorative stitches which are programmed with simple straight stitches are particularly appropriate for light-weight materials, e.g. the Decorative stitch No. 101. • Decorative stitches which are programmed with triple straight stitches or with a few satin stitches are particularly appropriate for medium-weight materials, e.g.
Decorative stitches Reinforce the area to be sewn with embroidery stabilizer. The design can be drawn on the wrong side of the fabric. You can also draw the design on the front side of the fabric. The lines can be followed with a freely guided straight stitch using polyester, cotton or rayon thread.
Decorative stitches 7.4 Tapering Overview Tapering Programming length Determining the length manually Pattern repeat Selecting kind of tapering Adjusting the length Backstepping Mirror image left/right Saving settings of stitch patterns Balance Back to default setting Altering points of a stitch pattern Tapering is a technique in which the stitch patterns come to a point at the beginning and the end.
Decorative stitches > Touch the icons «-» or «+» in the lower right portion of the display to alter the length of the stitch pattern points. Sewing tapering Alterations of the selected stitch pattern are saved automatically. In the manual mode alterations are canceled when the stitch pattern is selected again.
Decorative stitches Sewing tapering automatically > Touch the icon «Decorative stitches». > Select a stitch pattern of the Categorie 1400. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Determining length». > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» or the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to determine the length. >...
Decorative stitches Overview pintucks Pintuck foot Number Description 30 (optional accessory) 4 mm double needle: for heavy fabrics. 3 grooves 31 (optional accessory) 3 mm double needle: for heavy to medium-weight fabrics. 5 grooves 32 (optional accessory) 2 mm double needle: or light to medium-weight fabrics.
Decorative stitches > Make sure that the cord slides through the thread slot of the bobbin cover. > Place the cord spool on the knee lifter. > Check that the cord runs smoothly. > If the thread doesn't glide smoothly at the hook cover, leave the hook cover open. > If the hook cover is opened, deactivate the lower thread indicator in the Setup Program. Sewing Pintucks The cord lies on the wrong side of the material and is hold/sewn over by the bobbin thread.
Alphabets and Monograms Alphabets and Monograms 8.1 Overview Alphabets Block, Double block, Script and Comic alphabets as well as as Cyrillic can be sewn in two different sizes. Monograms can be sewn in three different sizes. Block, Double block, Script and Comic alphabets as well as as Cyrillic can also be sewn in lower case letters.
Alphabets and Monograms 8.2 Creating lettering When sewing sideways motion pattern, for example monograms, it is recommended to the use the Sideways motion foot No. 40C. Sewing a test sample with the thread, the actual fabric and stabilizer you intend to use is recommended. Make sure that the fabric is fed evenly and lightly, ensuring that it cannot push against or catch on anything. The fabric shouldn't be pulled, pushed or held back.
Alphabets and Monograms > Touch the icon «Altering font size» to reduce the font size. > Touch the icon «Altering font size» again to scale up the font size up to 9 mm. 8.4 Altering size of monogram The font size 30 mm is pre-programmed. The letters can be reduced to 20 mm or 15 mm. Prerequisite: • A single letter is selected.
9.1 Overview Buttonholes To create the correct buttonhole for every button, every purpose and for every garment, your BERNINA 790 PLUS is equipped with a considerable collection of buttonholes. The corresponding button can be sewn on automatically. Eyelets can also be sewn.
Buttonholes 9.3 Using the compensation plate When sewing a buttonhole in difficult materials, it is recommended to use the compensation plate for buttonholes (optional accessory). It can be used along with the Buttonhole foot No. 3A. > Insert the compensation plate carefully from the side. 9.4 Marking buttonholes >...
Buttonholes > For keyhole and round buttonholes mark the lenght of the bead with chalk or a water-soluble pen on the fabric. For any subsequent buttonholes mark the starting point. The length of the keyhole is sewn additionally. 9.5 Cord Using cord with the Buttonhole foot with slide No.
Buttonholes > Lower the buttonhole foot. > Sew the buttonhole in the usual manner. > Pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop disappears in the bartack. > Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric (using a hand stitching-needle), knot or secure with stitches.
Buttonholes > Sew the buttonhole in the usual manner. > Pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop disappears in the bartack. > Pull the ends of the cord through to the wrong side of the fabric using a hand stitching-needle and knot or secure with stitches.
Buttonholes > Touch the icon «Buttonhole slit width». > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» or the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to adjust the buttonhole slit width as desired. 9.8 Determining the buttonhole length The button can be centered in the yellow circle in the lower portion of the display. The yellow circle can be enlarged or downsized with the «Multifunctional knobs up/down»...
Buttonholes 9.10 Sewing a buttonhole automatically When the Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A is used, the length of the buttonhole is measured automatically by the lens on the presser foot. The buttonhole will be duplicated and the machine switches to the next step automatically when the maximum length is reached.
Buttonholes 9.11 Programming the Heirloom buttonhole Prerequisite: • The Buttonhole foot with slide No. 3A is attached. > Touch the icon «Buttonholes». > Select the Buttonhole No. 63. > Sew the desired buttonhole length. > Push the button «Quick reverse» to program the length. – The machine finishes the buttonhole automatically. All subsequent buttonholes are sewn at the same length.
Buttonholes > Touch the icon «Scroll down» so that the last icon appears. > Touch the icon. – The machine secures and stops automatically. 9.13 Sewing the manual 5-step buttonhole The length of the beads is manually determinded when sewing. Bartack, eye and securing stitches are preprogrammed.
Buttonholes 9.14 Cutting the buttonhole open with the seam ripper > Place a pin in each end of the buttonhole to avoid accidental cutting into ends of buttonhole. > Cut the buttonhole from both ends to the middle. 9.15 Cutting open buttonholes with the buttonhole cutter (optional accessory) >...
Buttonholes Prerequisite: • The Darning foot No. 9 (optional accessory) or the Button sew-on foot No. 18 (optional accessory) is attached. > Touch the icon «Buttonholes». > Lower the feed dog. > Select the Button sew-on Program No. 60. > Place the button on the sewing project. > Turn the handwheel to adjust the distance between the holes. >...
Quilting 10 Quilting 10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number 1324 Quilting, Securing To secure at the sewing start and sewing end Program with short stitches forward. 1325 Quilting straight stitch Straight stitch at 3 mm stitch length. 1326 Piecing stitch/Straight Straight stitch at 2 mm stitch length.
Quilting Stitch Stitch Name Description patterns number 1347 Quilt stitch/Handlook Imitation of stipple quilting, to use with stitch variations 1347, monofilament. 1348, 1350 1352 Blanket stitch dual To edgestitch between two appliqués, "Crazy Patchwork". 1353 Double blanket stitch To edgestitch between two appliqués, "Crazy dual Patchwork".
Quilting Prerequisite: • The Reverse pattern foot No.1C is attached. > Touch the icon «Quilt stitches». > Select the Handlook quilt stitch No. 1328 or 1347 or 1348 or 1350. > If required, adjust the upper thread tension and the balance to the sewing project and the desired quilt stitch.
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Quilting > If there are knots on the wrong side of the fabric, move the fabric more quickly.
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) 11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) The BERNINA Stitch regulator equalizes the stitch length which results of the free movement of the fabric while free-motion sewing - a sewing technique which grows more and more popular. When free-motion sewing with the BSR presser foot, every stitch is equally long and the stitch formation is perfectly regular.
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) 11.5 Sewing preparations for quilting Attach the BSR presser foot NOTICE The lens of the BSR presser foot is dirty The machine doesn't recognize the BSR presser foot. > Clean the lens with a soft, slightly damp cloth. > Change the presser foot.
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) 11.6 Using the BSR mode The BSR function can be controlled via the foot control or the button «Start/Stop». Starting via the foot control: The foot control needs to be pressed while quilting. The machine keeps running in the BSR1 mode until the foot control is released, even if the fabric isn't moved.
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) > Cut the thread. Securing in BSR2 mode Prerequisite: • The BSR presser foot is attached and connected with the machine. • The BSR display is open and the BSR2 mode is activated. > Lower the presser foot. > Push the button «Securing». > Press the foot control or the button «Start/Stop». By moving the fabric some short securing stitches are sewn, then the programmed stitch length is activated...
My BERNINA Embroidery 12 My BERNINA Embroidery 12.1 Overview Embroidery module Embroidery arm Guide rails for the machine Bracket for attaching the embroidery hoop Connection to the machine...
My BERNINA Embroidery 12.2 Supplied accessories Embroidery module Overview accessory Embroidery module Illustration Name Purpose Embroidery foot No. 26 For embroidering, darning and free-motion quilting. Embroidery hoop oval, To embroider large embroidery motifs. 145 x 255 mm with The embroidery template serves the purpose...
My BERNINA Embroidery Overview Selection menu embroidery Selection embroidery motifs Color information Editing embroidery motifs Embroidery 12.4 Important Embroidery information Upper thread A good quality thread (brand manufacturer) is essential for embroidery so that the embroidery is not affected negatively because of poor thread or thread breakage.
Selecting the embroidery file format In order that embroidery motifs can be read by the BERNINA embroidery machine, they have to be created by the BERNINA Embroidery software and exported as .EXP file. Besides the actual embroidery file, a .BMP file and an .INFfile are generated additionally.
My BERNINA Embroidery 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.
My BERNINA Embroidery Connecting stitches Long stitches which are used to get from one part of the motif to the next. Before and after the connecting stitch securing stitches are sewn. Connecting stitches are trimmed.
Embroidering preparation 13 Embroidering preparation 13.1 Attaching the Module NOTICE Transporting the embroidery module Damage to the embroidery module connection and machine. > Remove the embroidery module before transporting the machine. Prerequisite: • The slide-on table must not be attached. > Make sure that the module and the machine are placed on a stable, even surface. >...
> Attaching the embroidery foot (see page 156). Selecting the embroidery motif All BERNINA embroidery motifs can either be embroidered as-is or changed using the various functions offered by the embroidery machine. All embroidery motifs can be found in the attachment of this instruction manual.
Embroidering preparation > Push the clamping lever up. > Remove the presser foot. > Insert the embroidery foot from below into the bracket. > Press the clamping lever down. Selecting the embroidery foot in the User Interface After having attached the respective embroidery foot (Embroidery foot No. 26, supplied accessory with the embroidery module), you can select and save it on the machine.
Embroidering preparation > Loosen the fixing screw of the needle using the screwdriver gray Torx. > Pull the needle down. > Hold the new needle with the flat side to the back. > Insert the needle as far as it will go. >...
Embroidering preparation > Select the needle size (2) of the inserted needle. Attaching the stitch plate The stitch plate (CutWork/Straight, supplied accessory) has a small needle hole in the needle insertion area. The thread is pulled in and knotted optimally which results in an optimized stitching result. >...
Embroidering preparation > Select the attached stitch plate (CutWork/Straight, supplied accessory). Thread-up command The machine must be ready for embroidery to bring up the bobbin thread.The bobbin thread can be brought up in one step for a manual knotting. If no securing stitches are wanted, it is recommended to deactivate the securing stitches in the Setup.
Embroidering preparation > Touch the icon «Hoop selection». – The machine selects the optimal embroidery hoop according to the size of the embroidery motif automatically. If the pre-set embroidery hoop would not be available, another desired embroidery hoop can be selected. When an embroidery hoop is attached which does not correspond with the selected one, the attached hoop is considered active and the embroidery motif area is displayed accordingly.
Embroidering preparation Using paper-backed adhesive stabilizer Paper-backed adhesive stabilizers are intended to be used for fabrics such as jersey and silk as well as for embroidery projects which are not suited to be hooped in the embroidery hoop. > Place the stabilizer in the hoop, so that the paper side is up. >...
Embroidering preparation > Place the template in the inner hoop, so the BERNINA logo is at the front edge at the arrow mark until it clicks into place. > Place the material under the inner hoop. > Line up the marked center point on the center of the template.
Embroidering preparation Overview Embroidery functions Center the needle to the embroidery hoop Grid on/off Moving the hoop to the back Motif center Moving the module for the sewing mode Virtual positioning Center the needle to the embroidery hoop Relocating the embroidery hoop facilitates threading when the needle is close to the embroidery hoop. >...
Embroidering preparation > Touch the icon «Move the module for the sewing mode». > Touch the icon «Home». > Touch the icon «Sewing mode». Grid on/off When the center of the hoop and the grid are displayed, the embroidery motif can be positioned more exactly.
Creative embroidering 15 Creative embroidering 15.1 Overview embroidering Embroidery time/Embroidery motif size in mm 4 «i»-Dialog Scaling up, downsizing and moving the Embroidery motif layers embroidery motif view Area to be embroidered 15.2 Selecting and changing the embroidery motif > Touch the icon «Selection». >...
Creative embroidering 15.5 Editing the embroidery motif Overview Editing embroidery motif Moving the view Mirror image up/down Moving the motif Duplicating Zoom out Endless Embroidery Zoom in Deleting Moving the motif Check embroidery motif size Rotating the motif Bending the text Altering the size Grouping embroidery motifs Pinpoint placement...
Creative embroidering Moving the embroidery motif view The view of the embroidery motif can be moved. In addition to that, the view can be adjusted with or without changing the embroidery position. > Select an embroidery motif. > Touch the icon «Zoom in» to activate the icon «Move the view». >...
Creative embroidering Rotating motif > Select an embroidery motif. > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Rotate the motif». > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» or the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to the right to rotate the embroidery motif clockwise. >...
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Retain the proportions». > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» to alter the embroidery motif horizontally. > Turn the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to alter the embroidery motif vertically. – The embroidery motif is not scaled up or downsized proportionally. Mirroring embroidery motifs Embroidery motifs can be mirror-imaged both vertically and horizontally.
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Change the stitch type». > Touch the switch in the upper section of the display (1) to change the satin stitch to the step stitch. > Adjust the desired stitch length (2) with the icons «-» or «+». Altering the stitch density If the satin stitches are embroidered too densely, the stitch density can be adjusted.
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Corner top right» to select the top right corner of the embroidery motif. – The embroidery hoop travels all the way until the needle is at the position as it is indicated in the display.
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Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Confirm». > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Embroidering». > Push the button «Start/Stop» and embroider the border. – The embroidery motif must be embroidered completely. > Touch the icon «Endless Embroidery» when the reference points have been embroidered. –...
Creative embroidering > Via the arrow icons, determine on which side of the embroidered part the next reference point shall be placed. > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» or the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to position the hoop exactly. > Touch the icon «Confirm». >...
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «New Allocation». > Touch the icon «Scroll up» to position the selected embroidery motif further up within the sequence. > Touch the icon «Scroll down» to position the selected embroidery motif further down within the sequence.
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Group». – The embroidery motif above the selected embroidery motif is added to the embroidery motif combination. > Select an embroidery motif combination. > Touch the icon «Ungroup». – The combination is ungrouped. > Create an embroidery motif combination. >...
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Grid». – The embroidery motif is given a grid with nine different location/positioning points. > Select the desired positioning point to which the embroidery motif is to be adjusted. – The point changes its color. >...
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «SET» to confirm the altered position. – The point changes its color and is defined. > Select the second positioning point of the embroidery motif. > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» or the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to the left or to the right to position the needle above the respective mark on the fabric.
Creative embroidering Deleting a single embroidery motif Prerequisite: • A combination of embroidery motifs has been created. > In the section of the embroidery motif level (1) touch the desired embroidery motif with the finger, keep it pressed and move it outwards. – A new window opens. >...
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Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Duplicate». – The combination is duplicated (2).
Creative embroidering 15.8 Creating lettering Overview embroidery alphabets Embroidery Name motif Drifter Childs Play Victoria Anniversary Swiss Block Quilt Block Old English Russian Textbook Happy Times Bamboo Lisa Zurich Flare Serif...
Creative embroidering Embroidery Name motif Chicago Deco block Condensed Sans Curly Rounded Sans Creating words/sentences Lettering is always embroidered in one color. To embroider single letters or single words in another color, every letter or every word has to be selected individually and placed in the area to be embroidered. Lettering can be positioned within the hoop as you like.
Creative embroidering Editing words/sentences > Touch the icon «i»-Dialog. > Touch the icon «Rotate the motif». > Touch the icon «+90» to rotate the text by 90°. > Touch the icon «i» (1). > Touch the icon «Move the stitch pattern». >...
Creative embroidering 15.9 Changing the colors of the embroidery motif Overview changing the color Colors of embroidery motifs Altering color/brand Preview for selected color Color information Allocating thread brand Changing the colors Lettering is always embroidered in one color. To embroider single letters or single words in another color, every letter or every word has to be selected individually and placed in the area to be embroidered.
Creative embroidering Altering the colors via the color wheel > Touch the icon «Color information». > Touch the icon «Color wheel» (1). > Turn the round knob (2) with the the touchscreen pen/finger clockwise or counter-clockwise or turn the «Upper Multifunction knob» to alter the colors of the embroidery motif. >...
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Alter color/brand». > Touch the icon «Scroll top right» to display other thread brands. > Touch the icon «Allocate thread brand». – Any thread colors of the selected embroidery motif will be matched with the selected thread brand. 15.10 Embroidering the embroidery motif Overview Embroidery menu Basting...
Creative embroidering > Touch the icon «Move the hoop». > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» to move the hoop horizontally. > Turn the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to move the hoop vertically. Embroidery sequence control when thread breaks When the thread breaks, the needle can be repositioned in the embroidery motif by means of the embroidery sequence control.
Creative embroidering Multi-colored embroidery motif on/off Multi-colored embroidery motifs can also be embroidered in one color. > Select an embroidery motif. > Touch the icon «Embroidering». > Touch the icon «Multi-colored embroidery motif on/off». – The embroidery motif is embroidered in one color. Endless Embroidery Allows to resume embroidering borders which have already been started even if the machine has been switched off and on again.
Creative embroidering > Turn the «Upper Multifunctional knob» or the «Lower Multifunctional knob» to position the hoop exactly. > Touch the icon «Confirm». > Push the button «Start/Stop» and resume embroidering. > Repeat these steps until the desired length of the border is embroidered. Color indication Every color of the embroidery motif can be selected individually.
Creative embroidering > Open the embroidery motif on the machine and edit as desired. > Mark the embroidery motif position and the size on the fabric in a suitable way. > Select the embroidery hoop as small as possible. > Hoop or stick the fabric along with the appropriate stabilizer in the embroidery hoop, depending on the stabilizer.
> Touch the icon «Save the motif». – The embroidery motif to be saved is outlined in yellow. > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Touch the icon «Confirm».
> Select an embroidery motif. Loading an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick > Touch the icon «Selection». > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select a personal embroidery motif.
Deleting an embroidery motif from the BERNINA USB stick > Touch the icon «Selection». > Touch the icon «Delete». > Insert the BERNINA USB stick into the USB port of the machine. > Touch the icon «USB stick». > Select the embroidery motif which is to be deleted.
The basic setting of the upper thread tension is provided automatically as soon as a stitch pattern or an embroidery motif is selected. The upper thread tension is set optimally at the BERNINA factory and the machine has been tested. Metrosene-/Seralon thread size 100/2 (Company Mettler, Switzerland) is used for upper and bobbin thread.
Embroidery When of using other types of sewing or embroidery threads, the optimal tension may vary. Therefore it may be necessary to adjust the upper thread tension according to the sewing or embroidering project as well as the desired stitch pattern or the embroidery motif individually. The higher the upper thread tension, the tighter the upper thread which means that the bobbin thread is pulled up to the top of the fabric.
Attachment 17 Attachment 17.1 Maintencance and cleaning Cleaning the display > Clean the display when it is switched off with a soft slightly damp microfiber cloth. Cleaning the feed dog Electronically driven components CAUTION Risk of injury near the needle and the hook. >...
Attachment > Remove the hook. > Clean the hook race with a brush; do not use any pointed objects. > Hold the hook at the pin in the center with two fingers. > Lead the hook, lower edge ahead, angular top-down behind the hook race cover. >...
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> Remove the hook. > Give one drop of BERNINA oil down in the hook race. > Give one drop of oil in each of the two oil depots so that the felts are damp and make sure that the red- marked surface of the hook sleeve remains free of oil.
> Adjust upper thread tension. Uneven stitch formation Upper thread too tight or too loose. > Replace the needle, make sure that a new BERNINA Needle blunt or bent. quality needle is used. > Use a new BERNINA quality needle.
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Upper thread is too tight. > Rethread. Incorrectly threaded. > Use quality thread. Poor quality thread. > Contact the nearest specialized BERNINA dealer to have The stitch plate or the hook tip is the damages repaired. damaged. > Replace the stitch plate.
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> Place the machine in a warm room one hour before use. The machine doesn't start Unfavorable room temperature. > Connect the machine and switch it on. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer. The machine is damaged. > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer. The light of the button Light is defect.
Attachment 17.3 Error messages Message on the display Cause Repair > Check the entry and enter the new number. Stitch number unknown. > Combine other stitches. Selection of the stitch pattern not possible in the combi mode. > Push the button «Feed dog up/down» to lower the feed The feed dog is not lowered.
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> Calibrate the hoop. The needle position doesn't correspond with the center of the hoop. > Connect the embroidery modul to the machine. The embroidery module is not > Contact the specialized BERNINA dealer to have the attached. machine checked.
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> Reduce the size of the embroidery motif. The embroidery motif is too large. > Attach a bigger hoop. > Make sure that the BERNINA USB stick (optional Too less free capacity on the Not enough free capacity on the accessory) is used.
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> Transfer saved data to the machine. couldn't be recovered. > Use a BERNINA USB stick (optional accessory) providing No BERNINA USB stick is inserted. The BERNINA USB stick (optional enough free capacity. Make sure that during the accessory) is not inserted.
> Protect the machine against climatic influences. Dispose of the machine BERNINA International AG 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.
Attachment 17.5 Technical data Term Value Measurement unit Maximum fabric thickness 12.5 Sewing light Maximum speed 1000 spm/rpm Measurements without the spool pin 522/214/358 Weight Energy consumption Watt Input voltage 100-240 Volt Protection class (Electrical engineering)
Let your inspiration run free. A vast selection of embroidery motifs is at your disposal. If you see one the following pictograms below a number of the embroidery motif, you can find additional information at www.bernina.com/7series. Detached point Punchwork Design (sample)
Overview motifs CutWork Design (motif) Quilting PaintWork Design (motif) Trapunto CrystalWork Design (motif) Embellishment Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790501 199 x 276 21008-15 119 x 119 7 x 10 4 x 4 82006-30...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 82006-36 121 x 123 BE790403 140 x 130 4 x 4 5 x 4 NB018 90 x 97 NB728 97 x 112 3 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch NB646 98 x 65 FQ072 79 x 101 3 x 2 3 x 4 NB101 99 x 99 NB373 121 x 176 3 x 3...
Overview motifs Quilt motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BD289 95 x 94 BD285 202 x 201 3 x 3 7 x 7 BD288 202 x 201 BD292 94 x 95 7 x 7...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 12380-09 111 x 61 12380-22 110 x 60 4 x 2 4 x 2 12380-10 152 x 356 BD796 47 x 174 5 x 14...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BD567 107 x 108 BD554 109 x 109 4 x 4 4 x 4 BD659 66 x 219 BD665 160 x 117 2 x 8...
Overview motifs Borders and Lace Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch NB952 108 x 119 OC00303 100 x 110 4 x 4 3 x 4 12410-08 80 x 168 12410-07 115 x 158...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790702 73 x 190 21013-29 40 x 152 2 x 7 1 x 5 21013-30 75 x 75 12398-29 26 x 152 2 x 2...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BD582 48 x 171 NA912 115 x 15 1 x 6 4 x 0.62 NA914 120 x 18 NB478 121 x 85 4 x 0.74...
Overview motifs Children Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790305 118 x 145 BE790302 68 x 66 4 x 5 2 x 2 BE790303 69 x 70 BE790304 127 x 65 2 x 2...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch CM193 106 x 127 CM220 71 x 71 4 x 5 2 x 2 WP325 77 x 94 CM428 78 x 106 3 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch CM442 46 x 47 CM362 120 x 113 1 x 1 4 x 4 WP201 76 x 92 CM286 97 x 82 3 x 3...
Overview motifs Flowers Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 80001-23 85 x 101 BE790404 202 x 225 3 x 4 7 x 8 12392-1 112 x 157 12392-13 112 x 203 4 x 6...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790409 188 x 215 BE790402 146 x 280 7 x 8 5 x 11 FQ061 75 x 92 FQ801 46 x 112 2 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch NB513 103 x 111 FQ274 63 x 77 4 x 4 2 x 3 NB668 114 x 165 FQ331 84 x 63 4 x 6...
Overview motifs Seasons Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 12384-02 132 x 203 12384-11 84 x 189 5 x 8 3 x 7 12443-03 120 x 161 12443-11 73 x 193 4 x 6...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch HG053 122 x 121 NB317 87 x 86 4 x 4 3 x 3 NB769 128 x 124 NA146 63 x 69 5 x 4...
Overview motifs Asia Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch NB124 172 x 132 FQ212 61 x 61 6 x 5 2 x 2 FB492 86 x 293 FQ194 120 x 118 3 x 11...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch FB276 124 x 112 FB283 102 x 109 4 x 4 4 x 4 FB490 67 x 67 FB491 31 x 165 2 x 2...
Overview motifs Sport Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790601 80 x 80 BE790602 80 x 75 3 x 3 3 x 2 BE790603 80 x 74 BE790604 79 x 80 3 x 2...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch RC244 88 x 53 RC675 101 x 79 3 x 2 4 x 3 SP266 75 x 54 SP989 101 x 82 2 x 2...
Overview motifs Monograms in pink Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790101 75 x 89 BE790102 73 x 89 2 x 3 2 x 3 BE790103 64 x 92 BE790104 90 x 97...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790113 88 x 90 BE790114 76 x 90 3 x 3 3 x 3 BE790115 74 x 89 BE790116 71 x 102 2 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790121 77 x 89 BE790122 86 x 89 3 x 3 3 x 3 BE790123 104 x 89 BE790124 90 x 92 4 x 3...
Overview motifs Monograms in blue Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790201 84 x 95 BE790202 79 x 95 3 x 3 3 x 3 BE790203 78 x 95 BE790204 104 x 96...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790211 75 x 95 BE790212 83 x 95 2 x 3 3 x 3 BE790213 99 x 101 BE790214 89 x 94 3 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790221 89 x 95 BE790222 92 x 95 3 x 3 3 x 3 BE790223 114 x 95 BE790224 93 x 95 4 x 3...
Overview motifs Animals Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch CM140 88 x 97 CM142 56 x 66 3 x 3 2 x 2 FB258 83 x 184 FQ106 109 x 108 3 x 7...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch MT022 123 x 125 MT028 103 x 93 4 x 4 4 x 3 WM785 84 x 103 WP217 93 x 78 3 x 4...
Overview motifs Projects Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE700701 208 x 201 12604-02 45 x 152 8 x 7 1 x 6 21519-03 108 x 161 19999-032 90 x 143 4 x 6...
Overview motifs Charming Monograms Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 12587-01 58 x 89 12587-02 52 x 89 2 x 3 2 x 3 12587-03 45 x 89 12587-04 56 x 90 1 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 12587-13 64 x 92 12587-14 63 x 90 2 x 3 2 x 3 12587-15 44 x 90 12587-16 63 x 89 1 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 12587-25 51 x 91 12587-26 67 x 89 2 x 3 2 x 3 12587-53 22 x 22 12587-54 50 x 106 1 x 1...
Overview motifs Homedeco Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch 12535-03 160 x 120 82011-30 107 x 130 6 x 4 4 x 5 82011-28 133 x 99 82006-02 128 x 205 5 x 3...
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Overview motifs Embroidery motif Width x Embroidery motif Width x Height Height Colors Colors > mm > mm > inch > inch BE790801 137 x 137 BE790802 36 x 116 5 x 5 1 x 4 BE790803 22 x 215 WP423 90 x 157 1 x 8...
Attaching the Module Combi mode Attaching the stitch plate Combining embroidery motifs Connecting the foot control Cord Back to default setting BERNINA Dual Transport Buttonholes Decorative stitches Dispose of the machine Embroidery file format Embroidery test Error messages Free point positioning...
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Positioning the embroidery hoop virtually Upgrade Power save mode Using a spool net Practical stitches Using eco mode Programming the securing stitches Welcome to the world of BERNINA Quilting Raising/Lowering the needle Registering details of the dealer Regulating the speed 79, 167...
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