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General| Type | Computerized |
|---|---|
| Stitch Options | 197 |
| Buttonholes | 10 |
| Max Stitch Width | 5.5 mm |
| Max Stitch Length | 5 mm |
| Needle Positions | 11 |
| Display | LCD |
| Free Arm | Yes |
| Hook system | CB hook |
| Maximum sewing speed | 900 stitches per minute |
| Memory | Yes |
| BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) | Yes |
| Start/stop button | Yes |
| Speed control | Yes |
| Needle threader | Automatic |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Accessories | Standard accessories include presser feet, bobbins, needle set, seam ripper, screwdriver, and lint brush |
A message from the owner welcoming the customer.
General safety precautions for using the sewing computer.
Instructions to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
Precautions to prevent burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.
Liability limitations and intended use of the sewing computer.
Information on responsible product disposal and environmental commitment.
Definitions of technical terms and abbreviations used in the manual.
List and images of standard accessories included with the sewing computer.
Details on presser foot shanks and interchangeable soles.
Instructions on how to store accessories in the provided box.
Labeled diagram of the sewing computer's front view.
Labeled diagrams of specific parts of the sewing computer.
Comprehensive list of numbered components of the sewing computer.
How to connect and use the foot control for sewing speed.
Instructions for attaching and removing the slide-on table.
How to use the FHS to raise and lower the presser foot.
Step-by-step guide to winding a bobbin.
Procedure for inserting the bobbin and threading the lower thread.
Detailed instructions for threading the upper thread.
How to safely remove and insert the needle.
Guide for threading with a double needle.
Step-by-step process for threading the needle.
How to attach and remove presser foot soles.
Instructions for changing the presser foot.
How to remove and replace the stitch plate.
Guide to setting and adjusting upper thread tension for perfect stitch formation.
How to adjust presser foot pressure for different fabric types.
How to lower and raise the feed dog for different sewing types.
Information on cotton, polyester, and rayon threads.
Importance of needle condition and how to choose the right needle.
Table for matching needle size to fabric and thread types.
Identification of function buttons on the sewing computer.
How to select stitches directly using numbered buttons.
How to access and select stitch categories via the main menu.
How to modify stitch width and needle position.
Explanations of the Quick Reverse and Pattern End/Repeat buttons.
Functionality of Start/Stop, Home, and Back navigation buttons.
Explanation of the icons and information shown on the sewing computer's display.
How to navigate through the main menu and submenus.
Accessing system settings like display, information, and lubrication.
How to adjust the display's brightness and contrast.
Checking software version and initiating the lubrication process.
Resetting settings and configuring the BSR beeper.
Animated guide for cleaning and lubricating the sewing computer.
Selecting fabric types and sewing techniques for recommendations.
Using the Balance function to adjust stitch formation for different materials.
Visual guide to various practical stitches like straight, zig-zag, and overlock.
How to select practical stitches using the main menu navigation.
Using direct selection buttons for stitch pattern selection.
Storing and managing individual stitch alterations.
Returning altered stitch patterns to basic settings or deleting alterations.
Using straight stitch for seams, topstitching, and zippers.
Using triple straight stitch for durable seams and decorative topstitching.
Steps for preparing the fabric and zipper before sewing.
Detailed instructions for sewing zippers, including variations.
Guide to preparing and executing manual darning.
Using the automatic darning program for quick repairs.
Applications of the zig-zag stitch, including finishing edges and satin stitch.
Creating a closed seam with the double overlock stitch for knits and jerseys.
Methods for narrow edgestitching on outer and hem edges.
Using guides for wide edgestitching and parallel lines.
How to sew invisible hems using the blindstitch foot.
Sewing visible, elastic hems on jersey fabrics.
Using the securing program to reinforce stitch beginnings and ends.
How to use the basting stitch for temporary joining.
Sewing flat joining seams for fluffy or thick materials.
Using compensating plates to ensure even fabric feed.
Tips for sewing corners smoothly with consistent fabric feeding.
Listing of various buttonhole types supported by the machine.
General advice and usage notes for sewing buttonholes.
How to mark buttonhole lengths for manual and automatic types.
Importance of test-sewing and adjusting buttonhole settings.
Using stabilizer or interfacing to improve buttonhole quality.
How to use cording to reinforce and enhance buttonholes.
Methods for cutting open sewn buttonholes.
Adjusting the balance for keyhole and eyelet buttonholes.
How to program automatic standard and stretch buttonholes.
Programming automatic round and keyhole buttonholes.
How to program the heirloom buttonhole.
Saving programmed buttonholes for future use.
Steps for sewing manual standard, keyhole, and round buttonholes.
Using the button sew-on program for buttons.
Instructions for sewing and finishing eyelets.
How to select and apply decorative stitches.
Guidance on choosing decorative stitches based on material and categories.
Visual overview of various quilt stitch patterns.
Achieving a hand-sewn look with the handlook quilt stitch.
Basic principles and techniques for free-motion quilting.
How the BERNINA Stitch Regulator controls sewing speed.
Controlling needle position and securing stitches in BSR mode.
How to select and display different alphabets.
Combining stitch patterns, lettering, or numbers in memory.
How to delete or add stitch patterns and letters in the combi mode.
Instructions for cleaning the computer, feed dog area, and hook.
Procedure for lubricating the hook race.
Table listing common sewing issues, causes, and solutions.
Visual display of practical, buttonhole, and decorative stitches.
Visual display of stitches for the BERNINA 550 QE.
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