Bernina BERNETTE 80e User Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EN
4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings blocked.
Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot
controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose
cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is
required around the sewing machine needle.
6. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can
cause the needle to break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the
needle causing it to break.
9. Switch the sewing machine off (“O”) when making any
adjustments in the needle area, such as threading needle,
changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot,
and the like.
10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating, or when making any other user
servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used
or where oxygen is being administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“O”) position, then
remove plug from outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
16. This machine is provided with double insulation. Use only
identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of
double-insulated machines.
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when
plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet
immediately after using and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same
type rated 5 watts/ 12V
WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons:
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when this appliance is used by or near children and infirm
persons.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this
manual. Use only attachments recommended by the
manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance 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. Return the appliance to the
nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
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EN
SERVICING
DOUBLEINSULATED
PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are
provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided
on a double-insulated product nor should a means for grounding
be added to the product. Servicing a double-insulated product
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should
only be done by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for
a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the
product. A double insulated product is marked with the words
“DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED”.
The symbol may also be marked on the product.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This sewing machine is intended for household use only.

Bernina BERNETTE 80e Specifications

General

Number of Stitches	80
Buttonhole Styles	7
Maximum Stitch Width	7 mm
Needle Threader	Yes
Speed Control	Yes
Start/Stop Button	Yes
Needle Stop Up/Down	Yes
Stitch Length	4 mm
Drop Feed	Yes
LED Lighting	Yes
Type	Electronic
Presser Feet	Included

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER

To reduce the risk of electric shock.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury.

SERVICING DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCTS

Principal Parts

Accessories

Standard accessories (1)

Lists and describes the standard accessories included with the sewing machine.

Optional accessories (2)

Lists and describes optional accessories available for the sewing machine.

Sewing table

Quick reference drawer

Connecting machine to power source

Two-step presser foot lever

Adjusting the presser foot pressure

Attaching the presser foot holder

Winding the bobbin

Inserting bobbin

Inserting the needle

Threading the upper thread

Automatic needle threader

Thread tension

Upper thread tension

Setting the thread tension dial and adjusting for normal, loose, or tight tension.

Bringing up the lower thread

Starting to sew

Reverse sewing

Sewing backwards to secure stitches at the start or end of a seam.

Removing the work

Procedure for safely removing the sewn fabric from the machine.

Cutting the thread

Using the built-in thread cutter to cut threads after sewing.

How to drop feed dog

Needle up/down

Speed limiting adjustment

Adjust pattern balance

NEEDLE, FABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE

How to choose your pattern

LCD (Liquid crystal display)

General instructions of LCD

Buttonhole - standard setting (1)

Displays settings for standard buttonhole stitches.

Practical stitches - standard setting (2)

Displays settings for standard practical stitches.

Straight stitching and needle position

Function of stitch length dial Straight stitching

How the stitch length dial controls straight stitch length based on fabric.

Function of stitch width dial

How the stitch width dial adjusts needle position for straight stitching.

Zigzag stitching

Function of stitch width dial

How the stitch width dial controls zigzag stitch width.

Function of stitch length dial while zigzaging

How stitch length affects zigzag stitch density.

Satin stitch

Using short stitch lengths for dense satin stitches.

Blind hem/ lingerie stitch

Overlock stitches

Stretch overlock: ""

Settings for stretch overlock stitch for knits and edges.

Double overlock stitch: ""

Settings for double overlock stitch for seams and knits.

Sewing on buttons

How to sew buttonholes

Prepare

Steps to prepare the machine and fabric for sewing buttonholes.

Zippers and piping

Hemmer foot

3-step zig-zag

Stitch selection

Triple straight stitch; (1)

Settings for triple straight stitch for strong seams.

Triple zig-zag: (2)

Settings for triple zig-zag stitch for durable seams and decorative effects.

Cording foot

Free motion darning

Practical stitches

Shell hem (1)

Settings for shell hem stitch for decorative edges on fine fabrics.

Rampart (2)

Settings for rampart stitch for flat joining seams and visible hems.

Bridging (3)

Settings for bridging stitch for decorative joining seams.

Scallop stitch (4)

Settings for scallop stitch for delicate edge finishes.

Decorative stitches

Square stitch (1)

Settings for square stitch for decorative effects.

Decor stitch (2)

Settings for decor stitch for decorative effects on various fabrics.

Darning

Attaching lace

Applique

Twin needle

Monogramming and embroidering with embroidery hoop

Quilt stitch

Quilt (1)

Settings for Quilt stitch pattern 1.

Quilt (2)

Settings for Quilt stitch pattern 2.

Hand look quilt stitch (3)

Settings for hand look quilt stitch.

Quilting

Gathering

Walking foot

Maintenance

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the sewing machine parts.

Cleaning and lubricating the hook

Steps for cleaning and lubricating the hook assembly.

Light bulb replacement

Trouble shooting guide