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Safety Instructions 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety 8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may precautions should always be followed, including the deflect the needle causing it to break. following. 9. Turn power switch to “0” when making any Read all instructions before using this sewing machine. adjustments in the needle area, such as threading or changing the needle, threading the bobbin or When the machine is not in use, it should be disconnected changing the presser foot. from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the power outlet. 10. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments DANGER mentioned in this instruction manual.
To reduce the risk of electric shock: 11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when 12. Do not use outdoors. plugged in. 13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are 2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet being used or where oxygen is being administered. immediately after using and before cleaning. 14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) 3. Always unplug before changing the bulb. Replace the position then remove the plug from the outlet. bulb with the same type rated (12 Volt/5 Watts). 15. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord but grasp the WARNING plug before pulling. 16. No responsibility will be taken for any possible To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to damage as the result of misuse of the machine. persons: 17. This machine is provided with double insulation. 1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions necessary when this appliance is used by or near for Servicing of Double-Insulated machines. children.
2. Use appliance only for its intended use as described in SERVICING DOUBLE- this manual. Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual. INSULATED PRODUCTS
3. Never operate this appliance if: In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation · it has a damaged cord or plug, are provided instead of grounding. No means of · it is not working properly, grounding is provided on a double-insulated product nor · it has been dropped or damaged should a means for grounding be added to the product. · it has fallen into water Servicing a double-insulated product requires extreme Return the appliance to the nearest authorized dealer care and knowledge of the system and should only be or service center for examination, repair, electrical or done by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts mechanical adjustment. for a double-insulated product must be identical to those parts in the product. A double insulated product is 4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings marked with the words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing “DOUBLE INSULATED”. machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust and loose cloth. The symbol may also be marked on the product.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing needle. SAVE THESE 6. Always use an original or recommended BERNINA INSTRUCTIONS! stitch plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break. This sewing machine is intended for household use only.
7. Do not use bent needles.
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2 BERNINA®
Choosing a BERNINA Sewing & Embroidery à la Carte is a decision which will have
a positive impact on your sewing for years to come.
Customer satisfaction has been the driving force of our family company for over
100 years and I intend to continue that tradition of delivering superb Swiss quality,
future-orientated sewing technology and unrivaled customer service.
The new BERNINA family of creative sewing machines gives you the unique “Welcome opportunity to select what you need to satisfy your sewing needs and requirements.
to the As the name suggests, the “artista” range of computer sewing is pure artistry.
These machines provide unlimited scope for total sewing pleasure. They inspire
BERNINA creativity and allow you to translate your ideas into practical sewing of the finest
quality. family!” In addition, a wide range of sewing accessories, together with sewing publications
full of practical and creative ideas, add to the joy of sewing the BERNINA way.
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you into the BERNINA family.
H.P. Ueltschi BERNINA Sewing Machine Company Fritz Gegauf Ltd. · BERNINA Sewing Machines · CH-8266 Steckborn/Switzerland
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Contents 3
1 Safety Instructions
2 Forward
4–5 Details of the machine
6–12 Setting up the machine
13–14 Stitch Summary
15 Presser feet
16–17 Practical stitches/buttonholes
18–21 General instructions
22–28 Functions
29 Messages
29–37 Buttonholes
37–38 Alphabets/numbers
38–43 Memory
44 Quilt stitches
45 Balance
46 Help
47–48 TC (Tutorial/Creative Consultant)
49 Smart function
50–61 Setup program
62 eco (ecology) function
62–65 Special accessories
65–67 Needles, Thread, Fabric Feed
68 Cleaning and maintenance
69 Troubleshooting
70 Glossary of terms
71–72 Index
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4 Details
Details of the machine
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1 Bobbin cover 2 Stitch plate 3 Attachment base for special accessories 4 Darning ring connection 5 Presser foot 6 Needle clamp 7 Thread guide 8 Needle threader 9 Thread take-up cover 10 Thread path 11 Thread take-up 36 12 Bobbin pre-tension 13 Quick reverse button 14 F (Favorite Function) button 41 15 Pattern end 16 Screen 17 Bobbin winder with on/off switch and 40 thread cutter 18 Practical stitch button 19 Buttonhole button 20 Decorative stitch button 21 Alphabet button 22 External embroidery button 23 Quilt stitch button 24 clr (Clear) button 25 mem (Memory) button 26 Needle stop up/down 27 “?”( Help) button 28 TC (Tutorial/Creative Consultant) button 29 Stitch width knob 30 Stitch length knob 31 Needle position 32 smart button View from the left side 33 setup button 34 eco (Ecology) button 35 FHS connection 36 Presser foot lifter (manual) 37 Carrying handle 38 Spool pins 39 Sewing table socket 40 Thread cutter 41 Presser foot pressure dial 42 Handwheel 43 Power switch on/off 44 Power plug socket 45 Drop feed-dog 46 Foot control socket 47 Embroidery module (special accessory) 42 connection 48 PC serial port 49 Tension adjustment
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6 Setting up the machine
Carrying case Carrying case · protects from dust and dirt · compartment for accessories
Accessories · foot control · instruction manual · power cable · warranty card · FHS presser foot lifter (Free Hand System) · ruler for sewing table · sewing table (attached) · To remove the sewing table, lift slightly and remove.
To remove the case · grasp both sides · pull up vertically
Accessory box
stores standard accessories To remove Standard accessories * *can vary from country to · enlarges the sewing · pull the box to the left to · 4 bobbins country surface work in free-arm mode · selection of 130/705H · to open, lower the cover needles Important: to the front/back To attach · seam ripper (USA/Canada only!) Use · push the box to the right · small screwdriver only foot controller type until it engages · brush LV1/LV2 with sewing · seam guide machine models 170/180. Note: · reverse pattern foot No.1 Make sure the bobbin door · buttonhole foot No.3 on the free arm is closed. · automatic buttonhole foot before removing the box No.3A · zipper foot No.4 · blind stitch foot No.5 · open embroidery foot No.20 · patchwork foot No.37 · height compensating tool · vertical spool holder pin 008853.73.04_Naehen_a170_EN· three spool discs bed_artista_170_V3_engl. 01.11.2001 7:23 Uhr Seite 7
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Power cable The power cable is stored in the case Important! (USA/Canada only) · plug A into machine This sewing machine has a polarized plug · plug B into electrical outlet (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug Foot control cable is intended to fit only one way into a · plug C into machine polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified A electrician to install the proper outlet. Do C not modify the plug in any way. B Foot control Sewing speed Cable tidy · control the sewing speed A · wind the cable round the by depressing the foot spool control with your toe B · insert the plug into A · raise or lower the needle by tapping on the foot When sewing control with your heel C · unwind the cable to the desired length and slip Use only foot controller into B or C type LV1/LV2 for sewing machine model 170/180 (USA/Canada only) Power switch The power switch is on the Refer to the safety handwheel side of the machine instructions! 1 the machine is switched on 0 the machine is switched off
The sewing light is switched on and off within the Setup program.
Sewing table Larger sewing surface To attach Seam guide · the sewing table · push over the free arm · insert into the groove increases the sewing and press firmly so that it (underside of table) from surface engages on the fixing lug the right · free arm for larger (needle and presser foot · it can be freely adjusted tubular items such as fully raised) over the whole width of pant legs and waistbands the table To remove Scale · pull to the left · number “0” corresponds · remove to the centre needle position FHS (Free Hand System) presser foot lifter Raising and lowering the Attaching the presser Note: presser foot. foot lifter Your dealer can adjust the · the presser foot lifter · the presser foot lifter is position if necessary. raises and lowers the stored in the case. presser foot · insert the presser foot · push to the right with lifter into the opening in your knee the base plate · the presser foot is raised · you should be able to and the feed-dogs are operate the lifter in your lowered simultaneously normal sitting position. · the feed-dogs come up automatically as soon as the first stitch is sewn
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8 Setting up the machine
Winding the bobbin
Winding the bobbin Threading the bobbin · turn power switch on · following the direction of the arrow take thread through Thread cutter · place empty bobbin on the rear guide and round the pre-tension stud · cut the thread on the spindle · place the thread end through one of the inner holes in thread cutter the bobbin and hold the thread tail securely in one hand · press the engaging lever against the bobbin · press the foot control · the motor stops automatically when the bobbin is full · remove the bobbin
Bobbin case
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To remove To insert Bobbin thread cutter Refer to the safety · raise the needle · hold the bobbin case · insert the bobbin case instructions! · turn power switch to 0 latch · take thread over cutter A · open the accessory box · the opening on the case · cut thread cover should be at the top · open the bobbin cover · insert so that it engages · grasp the latch of the · close the bobbin cover Note: bobbin case · close the accessory box For normal sewing, the · remove case cover bobbin thread does not have to be brought up as the loose end is just the right length to start sewing.
Inserting the bobbin
Insert the bobbin so that Pull the thread counter- Pull the thread to the left The bobbin must turn the thread runs clockwise. clockwise into the slot. under the spring until it clockwise when the thread lies in the T-shaped slit at is pulled. the end of the spring.
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Changing the needle Removing the needle · raise the needle · turn power switch to 0 · lower the presser foot · loosen the needle clamp with the torx screwdriver · 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
Refer to the safety instructions!
Changing the presser foot
Changing the presser foot Raising the lever Attaching the presser foot Refer to the safety · raise the needle and · raise the clamping lever · guide the foot upwards instructions! presser foot · remove the presser foot over the cone · turn power switch to “0” · press the clamping lever down
Supplementary spool pin (vertical)
Vertical spool pin · the supplementary spool pin (vertical) is stored in the accessory box · insert the pin from right to left in the opening · to remove, pull to the right at the base of the spool pin · essential sewing aid when using more than one thread, i.e. double needle, etc. · threads wound onto spools in a stacked manner work best when feeding from a vertical spool pin · using a vertical spool pin with metallic threads will help avoid fraying and splitting of the thread
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10 Setting up the machine
Threading the upper thread
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Attaching the thread spool · raise the needle and presser foot · turn the power switch to 0 D D · place spool on pin B E · attach the appropriate spool disc – diameter of spool = E disc size. · take thread through rear guide A · then into slit of upper thread tension
Down · pull thread down to the right of the take-up cover to B
Up · take thread up to the left of the cover to C in the direction of the arrow
Down Refer to the safety · take thread down and through guides D and E instructions!
Needle threader
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Thread in hook Lever down Thread in front of needle Let go of lever and thread · lower the presser foot · press lever B down · take the thread in front · let go of lever B and · lay the thread behind of the needle C thread hook A and hold lightly · pass the thread from the · pull the thread loop bottom to the top of the through the needle eye needle until it catches in the hook
Bringing up the lower thread Bringing up the lower thread Note: · if bobbin thread is cut on the cutter The bobbin thread must be (page 8), there is no need to bring it up brought up through the · hold the upper thread stitch plate for certain · sew one stitch types of work. The length · pull the upper thread to bring the lower of thread is sufficient for thread up through the stitch plate hole most normal work if the · take both threads through the slit on the lower thread cutter has presser foot to the back been used. · pull threads over the cutter
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Thread cutter Thread cutter on head frame · lower the presser foot and pull both threads from front to back over the cutter · the threads release as soon as the first stitch is sewn
Stitch Plate Stitch plate markings · the stitch plate is marked with vertical · the lines help to guide the fabric for lines in mm and inches perfectly spaced stitching · mm measurements are at the front · the horizontal markings are helpful for · inch measurements are at the back sewing buttonholes, etc. · the measurements correspond to the distance from the needle to the line · needle insertion point is position 0 (center needle position) · the mm/inch measurements are marked to the right and left
Feed-dog Button under the handwheel Button flush with base plate = sewing position · for all machine-fed sewing
Button depressed = feed-dog is lowered · for free-hand sewing (darning, free- hand embroidery, free-hand quilting) · for embroidery with the Embroidery Module
Presser foot pressure
Dial on head frame Standard pressure Reduced pressure Increased pressure · the presser foot pressure · for all normal sewing · for jerseys and loose · for sheer, slippery dial is on the left of the knits, quilting lightweight fabrics, head frame · prevents fabric stretching quilting · adjust pressure so that · improves fabric feed and the fabric still feeds prevents puckering correctly
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12 Setting up the machine
Thread tension The tension is factory set for best possible sewing results Different threads, including embroidery and decorative using a 100 weight, 3 ply polyester thread (100/3). Other threads, may require tension adjustments. The tensions types and weights can affect the stitch, causing a need should be adjusted to suit the thread, fabric and stitch. for a tension adjustment to get the best results.
Basic setting Example: · the basic setting is indicated when A the red line on the tension Tension Needle adjustment wheel is in line with the marking A Metallic thread approximately 3 90 · the tension does not need adjusting for normal sewing work Monofilament approximately 2–4 80 · for special sewing, the tension can be adjusted to suit the fabric
To reduce the tension · Adjust to between 3 and 1
To increase the tension · Adjust to between 5 and 10
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Stitch Summary 13
Practical stitches Buttonholes
Decorative stitches
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14 Stitch Summary
Quilt stitches
Alphabets
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Presser feet 15
Presser feet
1 3 3A Reverse pattern foot with Buttonhole foot Automatic Buttonhole foot code Buttonholes Buttonholes in flat materials Practical and decorative Darning program stitches
4 5 20 37 Zipper foot Blind stitch foot Open Embroidery foot Patchwork foot Sewing in zippers Blind hems Embroidery, Applique, For patchwork with Edge stitching Satin stitch seams, Monograms seam allowances of 1 1 /4” or /8” (6 mm/3 mm)
BERNINA Special Presser Feet Samples of Specialty Presser Feet
The standard selection of presser feet covers most nor- mal sewing requirements but we recommend the use of BERNINA specialty feet for specific sewing tasks such as quilting, heirloom sewing, home decorating, tailoring, etc. They are available from your BERNINA dealer.
32 9 Pintuck foot with 7 grooves Darning foot Used with a 2 mm double Use with the feed dogs in needle to stitch pintucks on a lowered position for medium weight fabrics such darning, monograms, and as fine wool and cotton freehand embroidery
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16 Practical stitches
Practical stitches 1 Straight stitch 11 Super stretch All non-stretch fabrics. All straight Open seam in all super-stretch fabrics stitch work. such as Lycra,
2 Zig-zag 12 Gathering stitch Most fabric types. All simple zig-zag Most types of fabric. Gathering with applications such as oversewing fine shirring elastic. Butted seams (edge to fabrics, attaching elastic, lace and edge). appliqué.
3 Vari-overlock 13 Stretch overlock Primarily for fine jerseys, stretch Medium weight knits, toweling and overlock seams and hems. firm wovens. Overlock seams, flat joining seams.
4 Running stitch 14 Jersey stitch Most types of fabric. Mending, Natural, blended or synthetic fabrics patching, reinforcing seams. and delicate knits. Visible seams and hems. Mending jersey/interlock.
5 Securing stitch 15 Universal stitch All types of fabric. Secures the Firm fabrics such as felt and leather. beginning and end of seams sewn Flat joining seams, visible seams, with straight stitch. sewing on elastic, decorative seams.
6 Triple straight stitch 16 Sewn-out zig-zag Reinforced seams in tough, heavy Oversewing woven fabrics, reinforcing fabrics. edges, attaching elastic, decorative seaming.
7 Triple zig-zag 17 Lycra stitch Reinforced seams in firm fabrics, visible All two-way stretch fabrics, flat joining hems and seams, decorative stitching, seams and hems, reinforced seaming couching. on underwear.
8 Honeycomb stitch 18 Stretch stitch Most types of interlock and smooth All stretch fabrics, open seam in fabrics. Visible seams and hems. sportswear.
9 Blind stitch 19 Reinforced overlock Most types of fabric. Blind hems, shell Medium to heavy weight knits and edging on soft jerseys and fine fabrics, toweling, overlock seams, flat joining decorative seams. seams.
10 Double overlock 20 Knit overlock All types of knit. Sews and finishes All knits, machine or hand sewn. edges in one operation. Overlock = sew and neaten in one.
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Practical stitches/Buttonholes 17
21 Basting 24 Bar tack program Basting seams, hems, etc. Reinforcing pocket edges, belt loops etc.
22 Simple darning program 25 Bar tack program Automatic darning in fine and Reinforcing pocket edges, belt loops medium weight fabrics. etc.
For more information on using various 23 Reinforced darning program practical stitches, refer to the artista 170 Automatic darning in heavy Sewing Manual, pages 2–20. weight fabrics.
Buttonholes 51 Standard buttonhole 57 Keyhole buttonhole with pointed Fine to medium weight fabrics. bartack Blouses, shirts, trousers, bedlinen, etc. For non-stretch firm fabrics. Jackets, coats, leisure wear.
52 Standard buttonhole narrow (heirloom) 58 Keyhole buttonhole with horizontal Fine to medium weight fabrics. bartack Blouses, shirts, dresses, trousers, child- For firm, non-stretch fabrics. ren’s and baby clothes, doll clothes and Jackets, coats, leisure wear. heirloom.
53 Stretch buttonhole 59 Straight stitch buttonhole All stretch fabrics made from cotton, For reinforcing satin stitched wool silk and synthetic fibers. buttonholes, making bound buttonholes, and stitching buttonholes leather or imitation suede.
54 Round buttonhole with normal bartack 60 Button sewing on program For medium to heavy weight fabrics For buttons with 2 and 4 holes. of all types. Clothing, jackets, coats, rainwear.
55 Round buttonhole with horizontal 61 Narrow zig-zag eyelet bartack Opening for cords and narrow For medium to heavy weight fabrics ribbons/bands, decorative work. £of all types. Clothes, jackets, coats, rainwear.
56 Keyhole buttonhole with normal 62 Straight stitch eyelet bartack Opening for cords and narrow ribbons. Heavy weight, non-stretch fabrics. Jackets, coats, trousers, leisure wear, etc.
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18 General instructions
Screen The artista is operated with a combination of external buttons and knobs and a touch screen.
Switch machine on · power switch to “1”
Welcome screen · welcome · appears for approximately 3 seconds · can be omitted in the Setup program
A B CD E Practical stitch screen F – needle position (11 possibilities) F · the practical stitch screen appears G – up/down scroll arrows immediately after the welcome H – stitch length G · screen shows: (basic setting always visible) H A – presser foot indicator I – scroll arrows for functions B – needle stop position J – stitch selection with numbers C – assigned “F” button function (selected stitch is highlighted) D – selected stitch and number K– functions E – stitch width (basic setting always visible)
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On screen stitch selection/stitch display/functions Select a stitch Altering the needle · touch the stitch of your choice position · the stitch is highlighted · press the right or · every stitch is displayed with its left needle position number button · each press moves the needle one point to the right or left
Presser foot indicator · the recommended Altering the stitch width presser foot is · turn the upper knob displayed by number
Return to basic set- tings · altered width is shown on the · press the external stitch width bar (basic setting clr button visible) · the stitch will revert · stitch is displayed with altered to its basic settings setting · the stitch width can be altered Needle stop from 0–5.5 mm adjustment · stitch width bar automatically · press the needle shows 0–5 stop button · arrow points down Altering the stitch length · the machine always · turn the lower knob stops with the needle down · press needle stop button again – needle stop reverts to up (arrow points · altered length is shown on the up) stitch length bar · the basic setting will be visible (shown at 3mm) · stitch length can be altered from 0 mm to 5.5 mm on most stitches
Display of selected stitch (to the left of stitch width bar) · the stitch number is always visible in the center of the upper portion of the screen · stitch number is displayed to the top left of the stitch graphic in the center of the upper portion of the screen
Selecting functions · touch the function of your choice · the selected function is highlighted (a number of different functions can be selected simultaneously) · touch the function toolbar arrow to scroll more functions · activate another function if desired · touch the toolbar arrow to scroll again · the toolbar can be customized in Setup · for more information functions, see 008853.73.04_Naehen_a170_ENpages 22–28 bed_artista_170_V3_engl. 01.11.2001 7:23 Uhr Seite 20
20 General instructions
Stitch selection Stitches can be selected using one of the two methods listed below. Direct selection by scrolling up/down · the scroll function (up/down) is · touch the arrow (down) used to find and view all the · scroll the screen to view all stitches machine’s stitches · the top row disappears · use when a visual search for a · the next two rows move up particular stitch is needed when the · a new row appears at the bottom desired stitch is located, touch it to · touch the arrow (up) select · the first row of stitches appears again
Select a stitch by number Correct · touch the function “0–9” · to correct mistakes or deselect, · the screen changes to stitch touch del top right numbers · the cursor moves to the left and · touch numbers to select the stitch deletes the number of your choice · select new number · the number of the selected stitch appears in the top row
Confirm and go to next screen · the stitch selected by number will · touch OK to confirm be ignored · touch esc · the screen displays the selected Note: stitch The screen does not react if an · the selected stitch is active unavailable stitch number is (highlighted) entered.
Back to previous screen · touch esc · the previous screen appears
Simple menu selection Practical Buttonholes External menu buttons stitches · press a button · the program is selected · the first stitch/stitch program or stitch summary appears on the screen Decorative Quilt stitches stitches
Alphabets Embroidery
Practical stitch button · the practical stitch menu appears · straight stitch top left is active · 15 practical stitches appear on the screen · use arrows to scroll for viewing additional stitches
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Buttonhole button · the buttonhole menu appears, including the eyelet and button sew-on programs
Decorative stitch button · the decorative stitch menu appears · pattern types can be selected · 5.5 mm decorative stitches · touch to select the desired stitch group · the selected stitch group appears
Alphabet button · the alphabet menu appears · touch to select the alphabet of your choice
Quilt stitch button · the menu appears · touch symbol to activate quilt stitches
External connections · the following accessories can be connected to the machine · embroidery module · embroidery cards · menu appears · touch to select
Setup · saved customized menu (Personal · press the external Setup button program) can be opened at any · menu appears time · use Setup to customize your · customized settings can be machine’s settings cancelled at any time · stitches and functions can be combined to form a customized (Personal program) menu · customized menu (Personal program) can be saved 008853.73.04_Naehen_a170_EN bed_artista_170_V3_engl. 01.11.2001 7:23 Uhr Seite 22
22 Functions
External function buttons clr (Clear) button Smart button · press the clr button · press the Smart button · stitch length, width and needle · the stitch is saved with all position will be returned to basic adjustments to width, length, and settings needle position · most functions will be deleted (see · select a new stitch, e.g. button- individual functions) holes · press the Smart button to return to mem (Memory) the previous screen with saved · press the mem button settings · memory is open and appears on · use the Smart button to toggle the screen between stitches as you work · the memory bar replaces the third row of stitches on the screen Setup · see chapter on Memory · press Setup · press mem button to close · menu appears · for more information on using the · use Setup to customize your memory, see pages 38–43 machine’s settings · stitches and functions can be Needle stop adjustment combined to form a customized · the default setting of the needle is menu (Personal program) in the “up” position · customized menu (Personal · press the needle stop button program) can be saved · the on-screen arrow points down · saved customized menu (Personal · the machine will always stop with program) can be opened at any needle down time · press the needle stop button again · customized settings can be to revert to needle stop up cancelled at any time
“?” (Help) eco (ecology) button · press the Help button · press the eco button · touch a stitch or function · energy use by the machine is cut · explanation for the selected stitch by 50% or function appears · particularly useful for long interruptions in work · all settings remain active; foot control is inactive · screen saver is activated TC (Tutorial/Sewing Consultant) · press the eco button again to · press the button restore the sewing machine to · menu appears normal function · Tutorial (instructions in brief) · Creative Consultant (advice on Quick reverse button (above needle) fabric/needle/techniques) · press the quick reverse button · touch to select the desired menu · secure the seam beginning and end · the information selected is activa- – sews in reverse as long as button ted and the appropriate screen is depressed will appear · used to program buttonhole length · used to program darning length Needle position · used to switch to straight stitch · press the left or right needle securing program (Stitch no. 5) position button · used to start/stop stitching with · the needle moves to the right or the embroidery module (special left accessory) · total of 11 needle positions: 5 left, 5 right, center
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Single Pattern (above needle) F (Favorite function) button · press the pattern end button (above needle) · machine stops at the end of the · this button can be individually next stitch pattern sewn programmed in Setup with a function of your choice · selected function can be cancelled and reprogrammed at any time with another function · personal program can be programmed into “F” button · for more information on the Favorite function button, see page 54
On-screen functions Fields are highlighted when functions are activated.
Activated functions can be cancelled individually by pressing a second time.
All selected functions can be cancelled simultaneously by pressing the external clr button.
Exceptions: Needle stop and Double needle limitation. These functions must always be cancelled individually.
General functions The following functions are found on various screens and used in the same manner for specific tasks when accessing and programs of the artista sewing machine. They are consistently moving between different programs.
Scroll up Closing special applications · touch one or more times · touch esc · screen scrolls up to show more · the special application closes options · returns to previous screen · touch the symbol continuously to scroll quickly OK Scroll down · touch to confirm and activate · touch one or more times adjustment/selection, e.g. thread · screen scrolls down to show more tension change options · programmed adjustment/selection · touch the symbol continuously to is ready to sew scroll quickly
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Function toolbar The following functions are available on the artista functions), the remaining ones will be hidden and can be sewing machines. Any function which can be used in the accessed by using the arrow in the lower right corner to selected program will appear on the screen in the bottom scroll. When a hidden function is active, the arrow will row. If there are more than eight (or four memory flash.
Complete function toolbar as it Hidden functions that can be appears in the practical stitch program. accessed by scrolling with the arrow.
Note: The scroll arrow and the 0–9 (stitch selection by never be hidden. A total of eight functions (or four regular number) will remain on the screen for easy access and will and four memory functions) will shown on-screen.
1 1 3 4 Pattern begin Motor speed ⁄4, ⁄2, ⁄4, ⁄4 · touch symbol · touch symbol one or more times to · the needle moves to the beginning select speed of a stitch or stitch combination · selected speed is displayed · field is highlighted but reverts to · reduces or increases the motor normal after 2 seconds or after speed beginning to sew · will sew the selected maximum · if selecting Pattern begin for a speed with the foot control fully memory combination, the cursor depressed will appear to the right of the first stitch on-screen Applications: · adjust speed for decorative sewing Applications: machine work such as freehand · embroidery, buttonholes, working embroidery or freehand quilting in memory and when more control is desired for the sewing task Securing · when children are sewing · touch symbol · individual stitches will be secured at Pattern end 1–9 the beginning and end with 3–4 · touch symbol one or more times to stitches select number required · securing in memory: stitch and · 1 = machine stops at the end of an letter combinations will be secured individual stitch or stitch combina- at the beginning and end tion · 2–9 = machine stops at the end of a Applications: stitch or stitch combination after · sewing individual decorative the number of repeats selected stitches · sewing individual letters Applications: · sewing stitch combinations and · sewing individual motifs words · combine with practical stitches and decorative sewing Long stitch · touch symbol Horizontal mirror image · machine sews every second stitch · touch symbol (max. stitch length 10 mm) · machine sews selected the stitch in · can be activated for all practical horizontal mirror image (left/right – and decorative stitches except determined by the sewing direction) buttonholes · can be saved in memory · functions and stitches can be combined Applications: · can be saved in memory · decorative stitching · does not operate with the · pattern combinations in memory embroidery module (special accessory)
Applications: · combine with straight stitch to baste · combine with triple straight stitch for topstitching
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Stitch selection by number Continuous reverse sewing · touch number symbol · touch symbol · select stitch by touching the · sews the selected stitch in reverse appropriate number combination Application: Applications: · darning with straight or running · quick selection of individual stitch stitch · quick selection for stitch · decorative stitching on sleeves or combination in memory trouser legs · quilting Scroll · touch one or more times to view Half pattern more functions · touch symbol · machine automatically stops at the Applications: halfway point of the stitch pattern · view all available functions · when stitching is resumed, the · combine functions with stitches for pattern is completed and the first individual motifs or in memory half of the next pattern is stitched before the machine automatically Vertical mirror image stops again · touch symbol · use Single pattern to stop at the · machine sews selected stitch in end of the second half of the stitch vertical mirror image (up/down – pattern determined by the sewing direction) · can be saved in memory Application: · turning corners Applications: · altering decorative stitches for a · decorative stitching new look · pattern combinations in memory Balance Pattern extension 2–5x · touch symbol to open balance · touch one or more times screen · the numbers 2–5 appear · correct forwards and reverse stit- depending on the type of stitch ches selected · the length of selected stitch will Applications: be increased by 2–5 times · adapting practical and decorative · lengthened stitches can be stitches to various types of programmed in memory fabrics · altering decorative stitches for a Applications: new look · lengthen existing patterns · adapting buttonholes to different without affecting the stitch fabrics density · combine stitches Clear All · clears all settings that were Double needle limitation changed except those that were · touch one or more times to select changed using the Setup program number from 2 to 5 · returns to default settings · the numbers represent the distance · Settings affected: between the needles in mm Continuous Reverse · the stitch width will be limited Long Stitch automatically Pattern End · this prevents the needles from hit- Securing Function ting the presser foot or stitch plate, Horizontal Mirror Image avoiding needle breakage Vertical Mirror Image · can be saved in memory Pattern Extend Balance Applications: Stitch Length · sewing pintucks Stitch Width · hemming knits Needle Position · decorative stitching Half Pattern Double Needle Limitation Note: There is one additional function, Hemstitch Needle Hemstitch Needle Limitation Limitation, available for placement on the function Needle Stop Position toolbar (see Functions in Setup, page 26). This can be Motor Speed placed on the toolbar using the Setup program Alphabet Size (see page 54). Stored Buttonholes
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Functions in Setup The functions below are found in the Setup program of the touching Functions on the screen. These functions are used artista sewing machine. They are accessed by pressing the when setting the features and functions of the machine to your external Setup button on the front of the machine and then personal requirements.
Personal program Delete functions · touch symbol · touch symbol · personal screen appears · delete functions
Applications: · quick method to open personal program Insert functions · touch symbol Reset · insert functions · touch symbol · personal settings are reverted to basic settings
The function below is available in the Setup program of the toolbar at the lower edge of the screen unless the artista sewing machine. It is a sewing function used specifically placed there. For more information, see from the sewing screens; however, it will not show up on pages 53–55.
Hemstitch (wing) needle limitation · will not show up on the toolbar unless it is inserted by the user · can be installed in the Setup program · the stitch width is limited automatically · needle position limited to center · prevents the needle hitting the presser foot or stitch plate – no needle breakage
Application: · hemstitching · decorative stitching·
Functions in Memory Check Select memory · touch symbol · the opened memory is displayed · memory contents are displayed with its number · touch to display the contents of the Application: memory bank · check and correct memory contents · touch esc to close memory bank · press the external mem button to Delete close memory · touch symbol · delete individual stitches or letters Applications: to the left of the cursor · working in memory · delete stitch combinations · saving stitch combinations
Application: Store · corrections in memory · touch symbol · delete complete memories · saves individual stitches, stitch combinations and letters in memory
Applications: · saving programs
Scroll left · touch symbol one or several times · memory contents are scrolled backwards
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Scroll right Edit memory contents · touch symbol one or several times · touch symbol · memory contents are scrolled · correct, edit stitches, letters or forwards numbers to the left of the cursor · insert functions, mirror image · touch symbol again to close edit screen
Applications: · correcting, changing memory contents
Functions in Editing The following functions become available in the center when the edit function is selected and will reactivate of the screen when the edit function is selected. All when the edit function is closed. functions on the toolbar (except del) will become inactive
Motor speed Vertical mirror image · touch symbol one or more times to · touch symbol select speed · machine sews selected stitch in · selected speed is displayed vertical mirror image · full speed is 880 stitches per minute · alteration of selected stitch is (unless the basic setting has been shown on-screen changed in the Setup program) · reduces or increases the sewing Pattern Extend 2–5x 1 1 2 3 4 speed /4 at a time ( /4, /4, /4, /4) · touch one or more times · the numbers 2–5 appear depending Securing function on the type of stitch selected · touch symbol · the length of selected stitch will be · the end of the last stitch in the increased by 2–5 times memory will be secured with 3–4 · the stitch density is not affected tiny stitches · lengthened stitches can be programmed in memory Memory sub-division · touch symbol Balance · the memory has up to 255 sections · touch symbol to open balance or banks screen · each bank can be subdivided as · correct forwards and reverse desired stitches · total memory (all banks together) holds 1023 stitches Letter size · touch one or more times Long stitch · one half of field is highlighted · touch symbol · the gray section visually indicates · machine sews every second stitch the letter size: large (5,5 mm) or (max. stitch length 10 mm) small (4 mm)
Horizontal mirror image · touch symbol · machine sews selected stitch in horizontal mirror image · alteration of selected stitch is shown on-screen
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Buttonhole program functions The functions below appear on the function toolbar at the lower edge of the screen when any buttonhole (stitches 51–62) is selected.
Buttonhole length – direct length Manual buttonhole entry · touch symbol · touch symbol to open number · follow procedure (4–6 steps, screen depending on buttonhole type) · Buttonhole lenght = buttonhole opening in mm Application: · for individual manually sewn Application: buttonholes · use this method if you know the · to repair existing buttonholes size of your button Stitch counter buttonhole Buttonhole length – on screen · select buttonhole measurement · touch symbol · touch symbol to open measuring · stitch counter buttonhole will be screen activated · hold button to bottom lower left corner of screen and use the stitch width knob to measure it · buttonhole length will be programmed with 2mm added automatically
Application: · simple method to determine buttonhole size
Alphabet program functions The following functions will appear in the lower left selected. It will reduce the number of normal functions corner of the screen when a letter of an alphabet is shown on the toolbar by one, causing it to be hidden.
Letter size · appears in toolbar when any letter or character of one of three styles of alphabets is selected · touch one or more times · one half of field is highlighted · the gray section visually indicates the letter size: large or small
Applications: · size selection · works in memory (letters do not have to be reprogrammed but can be resized using the edit function)
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Messages The following messages may appear on the screen of of the messages pertaining to the sewing machine (see the artista sewing machine during certain operations. embroidery manual for messages that pertain to the They are reminders, warnings, or confirmations about embroidery module) and the appropriate responses. the function or stitch being selected. Below is a list
MESSAGE RESPONSE
Please check the upper thread. Check to see if the needle thread has run out or has broken. Rethread the needle thread if needed. Machine will not sew until this is corrected.
The bobbin winder is on. Check to see if bobbin winder is on. If the bobbin winder is on, the foot pedal is inactive and the machine will not sew. Disengage the winder if needed. Machine will not sew until this is corrected. Note: This message will appear when winding a bobbin; touch esc to clear it from the screen.
Do you really want to delete the Confirms the delete command before any stitches or contents of this memory? functions are erased from memory. Touch OK to continue with the deletion process; touch esc to abort the process.
Personal Program memory ist full. To save a stitch, an already saved stitch must be deleted.
Memory is full. To save a stitch, an already saved stitch must be deleted.
Buttonholes Buttonholes are practical closures All buttonholes can be sewn and which can also be used for a programmed in a variety of ways. decorative effect. The artista170 provides a very versatile selection.
Buttonholes/Button sewing on pro- · 60 button sew-on program gram/eyelets · 61 zig-zag eyelet · press the external Buttonhole · 62 straight stitch eyelet button (to the right of screen) · screen shows an overview of all Select buttonhole/button sew-on buttonhole and eyelet types program/eyelet · 51 standard · touch symbol · 52 narrow (heirloom) · selected buttonhole, eyelet or · 53 stretch button sew-on program is activated · 54 round with normal bartack · If one of the buttonholes (51–62) is · 55 round with horizontal bartack activated, all functions are reset to · 56 keyhole with normal bartack the default settings · 57 keyhole with pointed bartack · 58 keyhole with horizontal bartack · 59 straight stitch buttonhole
The following buttonholes and related stitches are found on the buttonhole screen. For additional information on uses for each type, see page 17.
51 Standard but- 53 Stretch 55 Round tonhole buttonhole buttonhole - horizontal bartack
52 Narrow 54 Round 56 Keyhole buttonhole buttonhole - buttonhole – (heirloom) normal bartack normal bartack
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57 Keyhole 59 Straight Stitch 61 Eyelet – buttonhole – buttonhole narrow zigzag pointed bartack
58 Keyhole 60 Button Sew- 62 Eyelet – buttonhole – on program straight stitch horizontal bartack
Automatic buttonholes (standard and stretch) Both beads are sewn in the same direction. Buttonhole lenght = buttonhole opening in mm Note: the automatic buttonhole foot 3A must lie flat on the fabric, i.e. not on a seam allowance, otherwise the length will not be measured accurately.
Automatic buttonhole · the lens on the buttonhole foot 3A will register the length that you determine automatically · for making buttonholes from 4–29 mm length
Programming the For buttonhole example, buttonhole refer to the artista 170 · press and release the Sewing Manual, page 25. quick reverse button · auto appears in Sewing the first bead buttonhole symbol = · the sewn section will be length is programmed displayed on the screen · machine sews straight (to the right of the stitch backwards presser foot indicator) · sew the first bead Auto buttonhole forwards, stop the · machine sews first machine at the desired bartack automatically length · machine sews second bead forwards
· machine sews second bartack automatically · machine sews securing stitches automatically · machine stops and returns automatically to the beginning of the buttonhole · all subsequent Buttonhole Leveler (optional accessory) buttonholes will be sewn When sewing a buttonhole using Automatic Buttonhole Foot automatically to the No. 3A on an uneven area (such as over a seam allowance), same length (without use the Buttonhole Leveler. This accessory will create a smooth pressing the quick surface for the foot and help make a perfect buttonhole. reverse button)
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Automatic buttonholes (round and keyhole) Both beads of the buttonhole are sewn in the same direction.
Buttonhole lenght = buttonhole opening in mm
Sewing the first straight stitches Programming the buttonhole · the sewn section will be displayed · press the quick reverse button on the screen (to the right of the · when auto appears under the but- presser foot indicator) tonhole symbol, the buttonhole is · sew straight stitches forwards, stop programmed the machine at the desired length
Auto buttonhole · machine stops and returns · machine sews circle or eye automatically to the beginning of automatically the buttonhole · machine sews the first bead · all subsequent buttonholes will be backwards automatically sewn automatically to the same · machine sews straight stitches length (without pressing the Note: The graphics shown on the forwards up to circle or eye securing button) screen are the same as for a standard · machine sews 2nd bead backwards buttonhole (see above) when stitch- automatically ing a round or keyhole buttonhole · machines sews bar tack automatically For buttonhole example, refer to the · machines sews securing stitches artista 170 Sewing Manual, page 26. automatically
Automatic buttonhole (all types) Direct entry length If the desired length of a buttonhole is known, it can be directly entered into the machine (in millimeters).
When using the Automatic button- hole foot No. 3A for stitching keyhole buttonholes, the maximum length that should be entered is Open number screen 24 mm. That leaves room for the · buttonholes can be sewn to a keyhole, which the machine will add specific length with the automatic automatically. buttonhole foot 3A · select type of buttonhole · touch buttonhole with question
Enter the length Corrections: · numbers 1–0 appear on the screen · touch del to delete wrong numbers · enter the buttonhole length (4–29 mm) with numbers Back to buttonhole menu · the length appears to the right of · touch esc the buttonhole symbol · touch OK to confirm, screen changes automatically Buttonhole lenght = buttonhole opening in mm
On-screen display · ”auto” below the buttonhole symbol indicates that the buttonhole is programmed
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Automatic buttonhole (standard and stretch) Length calculated from button The buttonhole size can be deter- mined by holding a button on the screen. The length will be determined by the machine and displayed on the
screen.
Open calculation screen · select buttonhole · touch button size function
Determine button size Corrections for thick buttons · a scale appears on the screen · for buttons which are particularly · hold the button (4–27 mm) against thick, e.g. raised buttons etc., do the bottom left corner of the not move the vertical line right up screen to the edge of the button · use the external stitch width knob · move it to within about 1–4 mm of to move the vertical line on the the right edge of the button, screen, changing the size of the depending on the button height box around the button · the buttonhole size is shown in mm Recommendation on the right, e.g. 20 mm · sew a test buttonhole on a scrap of the fabric and interfacing you Back to buttonhole menu intend to use · touch OK to confirm and return to · cut buttonhole open buttonhole screen · push button through hole · correct the size if necessary Buttonhole size · the computer calculates the buttonhole size from the button diameter · 2 mm are added automatically to take the bartacks of the buttonhole into account
Stitch counter buttonholes (all types) The first bead of the buttonhole is The appearance of a stitch counter sewn forward and the second, buttonhole can vary on different backwards. types of fabric so it must be reprogrammed for different fabrics. Stitch using Buttonhole Foot No.3 or Automatic Buttonhole Foot No.3A; and sew at a consistent speed.
Presser foot · the buttonhole length is now · select buttonhole measured by the stitch counter, i.e. · touch the presser foot No.3 symbol number of stitches · the machine registers that the stitch counter program has been selected
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1st bead length · press and release the quick reverse · sew the first bead, stopping the button on the frame machine at the desired buttonhole length
Bartack, 2nd bead · Continue stitching the reverse · the machine sews the end of the bead, stopping when the needle is buttonhole and automatically even with the beginning of the switches to stitching the reverse buttonhole bead · press and release the quick reverse button
Bartack, securing stitches Changes · the machine sews 5 bartack stitches · the buttonhole must be and secures the buttonhole reprogrammed after altering the automatically stitch length, width, or balance · auto appears under the graphic of the buttonhole on the screen For buttonhole example, refer to the · the buttonhole is now programmed artista 170 Sewing Manual, page 27. · all subsequent buttonholes will be sewn as programmed
Buttonhole corrections (all types) The following adjustments can be made to a buttonhole Permanent adjustments can be made using the Setup and will remain in effect until the machine is turned off. program (see pages 50–61).
Buttonhole too wide Open balance screen · to reduce the width of the · select buttonhole buttonhole, reduce the stitch width · touch Balance · balance ↑ to increase the density Bead density · balance ↓ to reduce the density · increase or reduce the stitch length · sew buttonhole until area to be by approximately 2 steps to achieve corrected is reached. Adjust the desired effect balance. Continue sewing. The correction will be incorporated in all subsequent buttonholes.
Recommendation: Balancing the beads · always test sew on the piece of · balance will influence the bead and fabric you intend to use the eye density · balance affects both beads and the Delete balance adjustments eye · press clr or touch reset
For additional information about buttonholes, refer to the artista 170 Sewing Manual, pages 21–28.
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Buttonhole in Long Term Memory One buttonhole of each type may be Once the length of the buttonhole is saved in special buttonhole memory determined, the programmed banks. This does not affect the buttonhole can be saved using the standard memory of the machine. store function on the toolbar.
Long term saving of buttonhole programs is only possible for button- holes originally stitched as auto- length buttonholes (see pages 29–32).
Saving the Buttonhole (Store) · program the desired automatic buttonhole according to the directions on pages 29–32 · touch store on the function toolbar
Recalling the Saved Buttonhole Changing the Saved Buttonhole · select the desired buttonhole style · select the desired buttonhole style · touch mem · touch mem · touch the buttonhole length or · touch the buttonhole length or button measurement function to button measurement function to recall the saved buttonhole recall the saved buttonhole · the length of the buttonhole will · change the length, and touch OK to appear on the screen confirm · touch store · programming a new length overri- des the existing stored one
Manual 4–6 step buttonholes Manual buttonholes are ideal when Open buttonhole screen making single buttonholes or for · select buttonhole repairing existing buttonholes. The · touch the man function number of steps depends on the type of buttonhole selected. Note: A manual buttonhole cannot be saved.
Step symbols For buttonhole example, refer to the · step symbols appears on the screen artista 170 Sewing Manual, page 28. for the buttonhole selected · the arrow in the circle is on “0” when the buttonhole is selected · standard buttonhole has 6 steps · round buttonhole has 4 steps · keyhole buttonhole has 4 steps
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Sewing a Four-step Buttonhole (round and keyhole) Sewing a 4-step buttonhole · length of beads is determined by · touch “1” the user · sew the 1st bead · bartack, keyhole, and securing · stop the machine at the desired stitches are preprogrammed length · use an awl to punch the keyhole · touch “2” before cutting the buttonhole open · machine sews the keyhole or eye · touch “3” Leave program · machine sews the 2nd bead in · touch esc reverse · screen reverts to buttonhole screen · stop machine at the first stitch · touch “4” Note: · machine sews the top bartack and The graphics shown above will securing stitches before stopping appear on the screen for both the automatically round and keyhole buttonholes.
Sewing a Six-step Buttonhole Note: The graphics shown on the screen (see below) are the same when stitching the standard, narrow, and stretch buttonholes.
Sewing a 6-step buttonhole · touch “1” on the screen · symbol shows section of button to be sewn · sew the 1st bead · stop stitching at the desired length
Sewing the buttonhole · touch “5” · touch “2” · machine sews the bottom bartack · machine sews straight stitch and stops automatically backwards · touch “6” · stop machine at the first stitch · machine sews securing stitches and · touch “3” stops automatically · machine sews the top bartack and · length of beads is determined by stops automatically the user · touch “4” · bartacks and securing stitches are · machine sews the second bead in preprogrammed the forward direction · stop machine
Leave program · touch esc · screen reverts to buttonhole screen
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Straight stitch buttonholes Straight stitched buttonholes are · Automatic buttonhole foot No.3A particularly useful for reinforcing – programming is exactly the same satin stitched buttonholes on all soft as for the auto buttonhole and loosely woven fabrics such as program (page 29–32) wool, or for buttonholes which are · Buttonhole foot No.3 – subject to extreme wear. They are programming is exactly the same also useful for stitching bound as for the stitch counter buttonholes and reinforcing buttonhole program buttonhole openings in leather, vinyl, (page 32–33). or felt. Alter the distance · alter the stitch width if the distance Straight stitched buttonholes between the two rows of stitching · select stitch No. 59 is too narrow or too wide · the sequence is determined by the presser foot used · this program functions exactly the same as the corresponding buttonhole program which will be stitched over the straight stitched buttonhole
Cutting buttonholes open Seam ripper · use the seam ripper to cut the buttonhole open, starting at each end and working towards the middle
Buttonhole cutter and block · place the fabric on a piece of wood · position the cutter in the center of the buttonhole · press the handle of the cutter to punch the buttonhole
Button sew-on program Buttons with 2 and 4 holes can be sewn on by machine.
Button sew-on program · select stitch 60 · the button sew-on foot No.18 is available as a special accessory · the distance (shank) between the button and fabric can be adjusted as desired
Sew button on 4 hole buttons 2-hole buttons · adjust the stitch width if necessary · adjust the stitch width if necessary to equal the distance between the to equal the distance between the holes of the button holes of the button · sew the two front holes · machine stops automatically at the · move work forwards end of the program · sew two back holes · wind thread ends around the thread · wind thread ends around the thread For button sew-on example, under the button to create a thread under the button to create a thread refer to the artista 170 Sewing shank shank Manual, page 29.
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Eyelet program Eyelets · select eyelet · 61 zig-zag eyelet · 62 straight stitch eyelet
Sewing the eyelet · machine stops automatically at the end of the program
Punching the eyelet · use an awl to punch the hole in the For eyelet examples, refer to the eyelet artista 170 Sewing Manual, page 30.
Alphabets/numbers There is a choice of three different Each alphabet can be sewn in two alphabet styles. sizes.
Alphabets · press the external Alphabet button · the Alphabet menu appears · screen shows: · Block letters · Double block letters · Upper case italics · touch to select the desired style · the selected style is activated
Screen: Letter selection · the presser foot indicator and needle stop symbol are in the usual positions · scroll up and down to select letters and numbers
Alter size · this indicates that the smaller size is · when an alphabet is selected the active larger size is activated · touch symbol again · touch symbol · the larger size is now active · the highlighted area changes
For alphabet example, refer to the artista 170 Sewing Manual, page 43.
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Programming letters/numbers Programming · open memory · touch to select letter · the letter appears in memory · the cursor moves to the right behind the letter
Continue programming · touch to select the next letter · the letter appears in memory · continue in this manner · for additional information on saving in memory, see pages 38–43
For alphabet example, refer to the artista 170 Sewing Manual, page 43.
Memory Stitches, letters and numbers can be Any alterations to stitch length, programmed, saved and corrected in stitch width, and needle position memory. should be made before entering the stitch into memory. The memory has a capacity of 1023 stitches that can be divided into 255 In contrast to the stitch menu, memory segments or banks. The selected stitches are shown turned memory banks are as large as 90˚ counter clockwise in the memory required, depending on the number bar. The sewing direction is always of stitches that are saved in each from left to right on the memory bar. one. For memory examples, refer to The memory is long-term, i.e. the artista 170 Sewing Manual, contents remain saved until they pages 41–43. are deleted or overwritten. Power disconnections or long periods of non-use do not have any effect on the memory contents.
Open Memory Open Memory · the function toolbar at the bottom · press the external mem button of the screen changes automatically · the memory bar appears on the to include those functions appro- screen priate for memory · the third row of stitches disappears · the opened memory bank is indica- from the screen ted by its number in the bottom bar · scroll up and down to view these and further stitches · the cursor appears as a vertical line in the memory bar · all changes (programming, inserting functions, corrections) affect the character to the left of the cursor
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Programming stitches Programming will show on the screen when the · select the desired stitch memory is activated. If the machine · make any desired adjustments to has not been turned off, the last stitch width, stitch length, and memory bank opened will show. needle position · select an empty memory bank · open the memory by pressing the · touch OK to return to the previous external mem button screen · touch mem 1 to access the memory · select the desired stitch storage screen · the stitch appears in the mem field Note: if the machine has been · the cursor moves to the right as turned off since the last time the stitches are selected memory feature was used, mem 1
Continue programming · use Pattern end to stop · select the next desired stitch automatically · the stitch appears in the mem field Toolbar function – Pattern end will · continue in this manner stop after the selected number of · start sewing; when the foot control combinations have been stitched is pressed, the cursor will go to the External button – Pattern end will beginning of the stitch combination stop after stitching the stitch for sewing the complete grouping pattern to the left of the cursor Note: if the contents of the memory · to save, touch store have been changed using the edit · store will blink once to indicate it is function (page 40), the Pattern saving begin function must be selected to start the stitching at the beginning of the combination.
Scroll memory · scroll arrows are to the right and left of the memory bar · touch to view the programmed contents either forward or backward · to close the memory, press the external memory button · if the stitch combination has not been saved, a message screen will appear asking if you would like to save it
Programming stitches by number Stitches by number Correct · open memory · touch delete if you make a mistake · touch function 0–9 · the cursor moves to the left and · numbers appear on the screen deletes the number · the memory bar remains visible · select new number · touch numbers to select stitch · the number selected appears above the other numbers
Confirm and continue programming · touch OK to confirm · the stitch selected appears in the memory bar · touch store to save in memory · select the next stitch by pressing the appropriate number and proceed as above
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Back to stitch screen · touch esc · the screen reverts to the stitch screen which includes the selected stitch · the selected stitch is activated (highlighted)
Editing memory contents Stitches with functions · stitches can be modified after being programmed into memory · program the first two stitches normally · touch edit · all available functions appear in the top right section of the screen · the last stitch in memory (left of cursor) appears above the editing functions
Inserting functions, e.g. mirror image · the same procedure for insertion · place the cursor to the right of the applies to all functions stitch to which mirror image is to be · touch edit to close applied · touch edit · select mirror image in the functions screen · the stitch will be shown in mirror image
Visible functions (in memory bar) · the securing function appears as a function in the memory bar · delete unwanted functions from the memory bar before continuing with programming · touch edit to close functions
Memory functions The following functions become will become inactive when the edit available in the center of the screen function is selected and will when the edit function of the reactivate when the edit function is memory feature is selected. All closed. For more information on functions on the toolbar (except del) these functions, see pages 27.
Motor Speed Long Stitch
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Securing Function Horizontal Mirror Image
Memory Sub-division Vertical Mirror Image
Pattern Extend Letter Size
Balance
View memory contents View memory contents · the window closes and the memory · touch check bar appears · the memory contents appear in a · the cursor is in exactly the same window place as it was in the view window · the cursor is visible · the cursor can be moved into position with the arrows for editing applications · after viewing, touch esc
Corrections in memory Rule: All changes and corrections are always made to the left of the cursor.
Deleting the last programmed stitch/letter · touch del · the last stitch entered (left of cursor) is deleted
Deleting a stitch/letter within a memory · place the cursor to the right of the stitch to be deleted · touch del · the stitch to the left of the cursor is deleted
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Inserting a stitch in memory · place cursor where the stitch is to be inserted · select stitch/letter · the new stitch is inserted to the left of the cursor
Saving memory contents/leave memory Save and leave memory · touch store · the contents are saved · the memory can be opened and viewed at any time · touch external mem button
Turning off machine without saving · memory contents will be lost if the machine is turned off without touching store
Open individual memory Returning to a previously · empty memory banks are shown in programmed memory bank white · open memory by pressing the · memory banks can be scrolled if external mem button more than 15 are occupied (can be · touch mem 1 on the functions up to 255 memory banks) toolbar · select an occupied memory bank Note: if the machine has been · the contents are shown in the turned off since the last time the memory memory feature was used, mem 1 · touch esc to return to the previous will show on the screen when the screen memory is activated. If the machine · the contents of the selected has not been turned off, the last memory remain active memory bank opened will show. · you can sew, insert, or correct these · an overview of the memory banks contents appear on the screen · the open memory bank is Note: Contents of memory should be highlighted (dark gray) sewn from a stitch screen, not the · the occupied memory banks are memory storage screen. displayed in light gray
Memory capacity Open mem screen · open memory by pressing the external mem button · touch mem on the functions toolbar · the memory bank screen appears · the total capacity used by stored stitch patterns is shown in % in the top row · total capacity of all memory banks together is 1023 stitches
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Memory sub-division Memory sub-division Sewing · the contents of a memory can be · activate Pattern begin and sew sub-divided as desired, e.g. name, Note: when Pattern begin is street, town, etc. by using the edit activated, the cursor will move to feature the right of the first letter in that · program the name memory bank. Stitching will start · program the street with the letter to the left of the · touch edit cursor · place cursor after the last letter of · the machine only sews the contents the name of that particular sub-division · select Memory Sub-division · to sew the next section, place the · the sub-divider is inserted to the cursor in anywhere in that section Note: Fabric should be repositioned left of the cursor ·begin sewing; when the foot as needed to stitch each section of · the characters belong to the one control is pressed, the cursor will the memory. memory (e.g. mem 4) but are totally go to the beginning of the stitch independent of one another so they combination for sewing the can be sub-divided as desired complete grouping Note: if the contents of the memory have been changed using the edit function (page 40–41), the Pattern begin function must be selected to start the stitching at the beginning of the combination. · if a section is to be sewn only once, touch Pattern End 1 on the function toolbar
Deleting memory Delete memory · a message will appear asking if you · open memory (press external really want to delete the contents button) of the memory · touch mem on the functions · touch yes toolbar · the memory contents are deleted · an overview of the memories · touch esc to return to the previous appears screen · touch memory of choice (e.g. mem 3) · touch del
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44 Quilt stitches
Quilt stitches Menu selection: Quilt stitches · press the external “Quilt Stitches” button · menu appears · touch symbol · quilt stitches appear
Decorative quilt stitches Quilt stitches · touch to select desired stitch · selection of various stitches which · the stitch is activated are particularly suitable for quilting, · all normal information and piecing, applique, and crazy functions are visible on the patchwork: screen · 326 Short Straight Stitch · stitch length and width can be · 327 Stippling Stitch adjusted as desired · 328 Hand-look Quilting Stitch · 329 Blanket Stitch · 330 Heavy Blanket Stitch · 331 Blindstitch · 332 Feather Stitch · 333–338, 351 Feather Stitch Variations · 346–350 Quilting Stitch Variations
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Balance All stitches are checked and fully stitch formation can be adjusted adjusted before the machine leaves where necessary to suit the fabric. the factory. There are 50 vertical steps.
Different fabrics, threads, stabilizers, Open Balance and interfacings can affect · touch function b programmed stitches so that · if the function is not visible on sometimes they might not close or screen, touch the arrow in the they might overlap, i.e. they are too function toolbar to scroll through wide or too narrow. all the available functions
These effects can be corrected with the electronic balance so that the
Balance for practical and decorative stitches When sewing soft fabrics such as Balance jersey or tricot, the fabric tends to · select any stitch stretch under the presser foot which · touch b to activate balance; balance also stretches the stitch being sewn. screen appears For example, the Honeycomb stitch · when adjusting practical stitches, a opens up and is too long. Thicker graphic of the honeycomb stitch fabrics might cause the stitch to appears in the center of the screen overlap, making it too short. (this is used as the example for all Correcting with balance is very practical stitches) simple. · when adjusting decorative stitches, a graphic of the satin stitched oval appears in the center of the screen If the stitch looks If the stitch looks (this is used as the example for all like this, use this like this, use this decorative stitches) arrow to correct it. arrow to correct it. · two malformations are displayed on either side of the stitch – left too short and right too long · the arrows at the bottom of the screen show in which direction the stitch must be corrected
Corrections Returning to stitch screen Stitch too long: · after all corrections are made, · touch the arrow shown on the right touch OK to confirm the changes (approximately 3) and return to the stitch screen · the number of steps activated will · touching reset will return the stitch be shown directly above the arrow to the same condition as when the · the stitch will be shortened balance function was opened · the change is not shown on screen · before selecting a new stitch, press · 2–5 steps are normally sufficient to the external clr button to close correct the stitch (max. 50 steps) balance, otherwise it will affect all · sew a test and make additional subsequent stitches corrections if needed If the stitch looks If the stitch looks Stitch too short: like this, use this like this, use this · proceed as above, using the arrow arrow to correct it. arrow to correct it. on the left · sew a test and make additional corrections if needed
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46 Help Program
Help The Help program provides on-screen No matter which screen is displayed, explanations about individual stitches the help feature for stitches and and all functions, eliminating the functions can be opened. Touch esc need to refer regularly to the to return to the previous screen. instruction manual. The information shown corresponds to information in the instruction manual, but is quicker and easier to find electronically.
Opening help · press the external ? button · select the desired stitch or function · a clock on the screen shows that the computer is searching for the desired information
Help screen/Stitches · the screen offers the following information: · name of the stitch · suitable fabrics · brief listing of main applications
Help screen/Functions · the screen offers the following information: · name of the function · explanation · brief listing of main applications
Back to previous screen Note: · touch esc The Help program can be opened at · Help is closed any time without affecting the work · the previous screen appears at hand.
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Tutorial In computer language, tutorial means about various aspects of the self-help. The tutorial provides machine. concentrated on-screen information
External TC button · press the external TC button
Menu · the following menu appears: · Tutorial · Creative Consultant · touch Tutorial
Subjects · touch to select the desired subject · the Tutorial sub-menu appears: · touch OK to confirm · Beginning to Sew · to change subjects, touch esc to · FHS system return to menu · Help · Tips and Tricks · CPS · Embroidery module · Embroidery Software
Information · a clock on the screen shows that the computer is searching for the desired information · information about the subject of your choice appears on the screen · touch esc to close the screen and return to the menu
Creative Consultant The Creative Consultant provides settings, etc. The suggested presser information and help for a variety of feet are not necessarily standard with sewing needs. the machine but may be special accessories which can be obtained After entering the type of fabric from your BERNINA dealer. and technique you wish to use, the Creative Consultant provides suggestions regarding needles, presser feet, interfacings, special
External TC button · press the external TC button
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48 Tutorial/Creative Consultant
Menu · the following menu appears: · Tutorial · Creative Consultant · touch Creative Consultant
Fabric menu · if the fabric you wish to use is not · 3 columns of fabric types are listed, select a similar type of fabric displayed · use the arrows to scroll up and · light-weight fabrics down for all choices · medium-weight fabrics · touch to select the desired fabric · heavy-weight fabrics · touch OK · the most commonly used fabrics are listed in the three columns
Techniques menu · touch to select the desired · several common sewing techniques technique appear on-screen: · if the technique you want to use is · Seaming not listed, select a similar technique · Overcasting · touch OK to confirm and move to · Topstitching the information screen · Buttonhole · Zipper · Decorative work (decorative stitches) · Machine quilting · Freemotion machine quilting · Appliqué
Information, special suggestions, · select the presser foot and needle thread tension according to your particular wishes · the screen displays settings and and preferences suggestions for the type of fabric · a stabilizer will be suggested if it is and technique you have chosen: required to suit the technique and · Presser foot number(s) fabric · Needle size and type · provides a reminder to use · Feed dog position buttonhole cord (gimp) if necessary · Thread tension to reinforce a buttonhole · Presser foot pressure · Stabilizer needed · Special suggestion · there may be several suggestions for the presser foot and needle type · some presser feet suggested may be special accessories which are particularly suitable for the chosen technique (they may not be standard accessories, but can be purchased separately)
Back to selected stitch · if decorative work was selected, the · touch OK to confirm machine will go to the first screen · the machine will automatically go of decorative stitches with stitch to the appropriate practical stitch 101selected screen with the correct stitch · sewing can begin immediately automatically selected · the suggested stitch can be changed at any time
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Smart Function Sometimes you have to interrupt a The screen in which you are working task at hand to complete another with all the settings you made can be piece of sewing which must be done saved and easily re-opened. before you can carry on any further. Saved settings in the Smart Function The Smart function was designed are lost when the machine is turned specifically for the purpose of off. “remembering” the machine’s current settings so that you can return to them later.
Application · you have created and stored something in memory · you have tested or completed some of the work · you plan to finish at a later time
Saving the screen with the Smart Function · press the external Smart button · the screen, complete with all the settings (stitch, functions, memory etc.) is saved
Second Task · switch to any appropriate stitch menu for another task · complete this task
Smart Function – back to screen · press the external Smart button · the original screen appears · all settings are exactly as you left them and you can carry on with your original task
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50 Setup-Program
Setup Program The Setup program allows you to All changes made in the Setup personalize the screen to suit your program will be saved, even when own requirements and preferences. the machine is turned off.
You can change basic settings The machine can be reset and permanently and program the F returned to the factory settings at (Favorite function) button on the any time. head frame (above the needle). There are numerous possibilities – check the headings and decide what you want to do.
Setup · the original settings can be reset at · press the external Setup button any time · the menu appears · you can alter any of the features listed
Menu · Return to basic settings · the menu lists all those features · Sewing light which you can alter to suit your · Service requirements: · Screen Contrast · Personal Program · personal settings remain saved even · Functions when the machine is turned off · Stitch length/width/needle · the machine can be reset to its position original settings or reprogrammed · Beeper with desired settings at any time · Motor speed · Start screen
Functions in Setup
The functions at the right are found and then touching Functions on the in the set-up program of the artista screen. These functions are used sewing machine. They are accessed when personalizing the screen to by pressing the external set-up your requirements and preferences. button on the front of the machine
Personal program Changing the screen · touch Personal · touch arrow program · removes functions · your Personal from the Setup program is activated program · this function can be programmed in the Insert functions in Setup program Setup · touch arrow Application: · inserts functions · move this function into the Setup to the toolbar for a program fast way to access your Personal program
Back to basic settings · touch reset · all changes in the Setup program are returned to basic settings
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Personal Program Use the Personal program to design a When inserting stitches into the screen with the stitches you use most Personal program, variations often. Whether it is made up of (different stitch widths, stitch stitches for a certain type of sewing, lengths, and needle positions) such as heirloom or garment, or just of all stitches may be entered your favorite decorative stitches, this into the Personal program. screen will make it easy and quick to sew any project. Alphabets cannot be stored in the Personal program.
Setup · press the external Setup button · menu appears
· touch Personal Program · Personal Program screen appears
Personal program (programming first stitch) · straight stitch always appears as the first stitch · personal selections can now be entered in the “empty” screen
Inserting stitches · press the Practical stitches external button · select Honeycomb stitch (stitch 8)
Personal screen · the screen changes to the Personal Program · Honeycomb stitch appears · touch store to save the stitch in your personal program · when a new stitch is programmed, it will be inserted automatically after the last stitch
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Inserting the second stitch · press the external Buttonhole button · touch the round buttonhole (stitch 54)
Personal screen · screen changes to personal program · the round buttonhole appears on the screen · touch store to save the buttonhole in your personal program · continue programming in this manner until all desired stitches are selected
Personal program (additional stitches) · the top row of five spaces is occupied · the 6th stitch appears in the next row · you can program as many stitches as you want in the personal program · if more than 15 are programmed, the arrows can be used to scroll the screen in the standard program
Save and close · touch OK · screen closes and Setup menu appears · touch esc to close · returns to the last stitch screen opened with the last selection still highlighted
Personal program function · to open your personal program, the Personal Program function must be inserted in the function toolbar (see pages 53–55)
Favorite function · for even easier access, your personal program can be programmed into the Favorite function button located on the frame of the machine above the needle (see page 54)
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Deleting stitches from the Personal Program Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · select personal program
Personal screen · personal screen appears · select stitch to be deleted (will be highlighted)
Delete the stitch · press the external clr button
Stitch deleted · the stitch is deleted and all remai- ning stitches move back one space · touch store to save the changes
Close · touch OK · the screen closes · Setup menu appears
Programming functions Setup menu · press the external Setup button · menu appears · touch Functions
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Functions screen · these functions can be used in any · all functions available appear on screen the screen · all functions in the lower rows are · the bottom two rows of functions active are the same as those that are · the upper two rows of functions active in the practical stitch screen correspond to the lower functions (includes functions that may be · the arrows in the center row are hidden on the stitch screen) used to move functions
Removing functions · the function is highlighted in the · select Motor Speed in the lower upper rows and has been two rows deactivated (removed) from the · touch the up arrow lower ones · the function disappears from the · move and deactivate other lower rows functions in the same way · the function has now been transferred to the upper rows and will no longer appear on individual screens, such as the practical stitch screen
Insert function · a removed function can be reinstated at any time · select Motor Speed in the upper rows · touch the down arrow · the function is moved to the first position in the function toolbar in the lower rows · all other functions move one space to the right
Insert new function between two · touch the down arrow existing functions · the function will be transferred to · a new function can be inserted the selected position between two existing functions · the replaced function (the one you · select a function from the upper selected) and all others will move rows one space to the right · touch the position in the bottom rows where you want to insert the function
Program F (Favorite Function) button · select any function (including the Personal Program) from the top two rows · press the external F button (above the needle) · press the down arrow · the F button is now programmed
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· the programmed function is displayed on the screen to the right of the needle stop position symbol · it can be reprogrammed in the same manner as often as you like
Return all functions to basic settings · to reprogram the Favorite function · touch reset button, follow the same steps · all functions will be returned to · the new function will replace the their original positions except the old Favorite function button on the head frame
Save changes and close · touch OK · changes are saved · screen closes · Setup screen appears
Changing basic settings for stitch width, stitch length and needle positions Open Setup · select stitch for which you want to alter the width, length, and/or needle position · press the external Setup button · menu appears · select stitch length, stitch width, needle position
Changing the settings · to return to basic settings, touch · the stitch width, length and needle reset position screen appears · touch esc to close Setup and return · alter the stitch width and length to the last selected stitch screen settings using the external controls · alter the needle position with the external buttons · touch OK to save
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Beeper Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · touch Beeper · beeper menu appears
Audio signals · bobbin winder · audio signals can be applied to the · embroidery end following: · audio signals can be turned on and · stitches off · functions · the number of repeats can be · feed-dog raised/lowered selected (for embroidery) · the number of beeps can be set at · upper thread control 1, 2, or 3 · position of presser foot (for embroidery)
Adding a signal Deleting a signal · select desired item from the menu · select desired item from the menu · touch on · touch off · touch the number pad until the · the audio signal is turned off for number of beeps you want this feature (1, 2, or 3) is highlighted
Save and close · touch OK · changes are saved · screen closes · Setup screen appears
Changing the motor speed Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · touch Motor Speed · menu appears
Change the maximum motor speed · each touch of an arrow increases or · touch the arrows to alter the decreases the number of stitches maximum sewing speed (880 per minute by 10 stitches/minute is the basic setting) · any change of the maximum speed 1 1 3 4 · a reduction or increase in the motor affects all 4 speeds ( /4, /2, /4, /4) = speed is reflected in this number slower or faster at all four levels
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Save and close Back to basic settings · touch OK to confirm the change · follow the directions above to · touch esc to return to the Setup enter the motor speed menu menu · touch reset to revert to factory · touch esc to return to the last settings selected stitch menu
Start screen on and off Setup menu · press the external Setup button · menu appears · touch Start Screen
Turn start screen off Turn start screen on · start screen appears · touch on · the start screen can be turned on · the start screen will appear every or off time the machine is turned on, · touch off followed automatically by the · the start screen will not appear practical stitch menu next time the machine is turned on · the practical stitch menu will appear immediately when the machine is turned on
Save and close · touch OK to confirm the change · touch esc to return to the Setup menu · touch esc to return to the last selected stitch menu
Return to basic settings Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · touch Return to Basic Settings
· a message will appear asking you · touch no; the Setup screen to confirm that you want to return reappears the machine to the basic settings · all existing changes to Setup · touch yes; the Setup screen remain in effect reappears · a clock shows on the screen indicatig that all changes in Setup are being reversed
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· a message will appear switch off and on your machine · the factory setting are restored
Sewing light Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · select Sewing Light
Switch light on/off · touch on · light will be on continuously when machine is turned on · touch off · light will not come on at all
Save and close · touch OK to confirm the change · touch esc to return to the Setup menu · touch esc to return to the last selected stitch menu
Service The service function of the Setup ments to the screen and hoop of program gives information about the embroidery module (special the version of software in the artista accessory). and lets you make calibration adjust-
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Version Information The version screen shows information information is helpful if you are about the version of software loaded asking questions of the dealer or if into the sewing machine and embroi- you plan to upgrade the software. dery module (special accessory). This
Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · touch service
Service Screen · service screen appears · select version
Version information · the version of software in the · version screen appears sewing machine and in the · shows the version of software embroidery module must be the loaded into the artista sewing same for optimum results machine · touch esc to return to the previous · shows the version of software screen loaded into the embroidery module (special accessory), if applicable · the embroidery module must be connected to the machine to show the version on the screen
Screen Calibration Calibrating the screen is important Note: The screen is calibrated at for making on-screen selections by the factory, but shipping and trans- touch. If the screen is not calibrated, porting may affect it. you may touch one selection and the The screen only needs to be cali- machine will read one next to it. For brated if there is a problem with precision touch selection, the screen precision touching. may be calibrated.
Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · touch Service
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Service Screen · service screen appears · select screen · select this screen if the on-screen buttons do not react properly when selected (touched)
Calibration · touch esc to return to last selected · screen calibration screen appears stitch screen · press each black point in the center, one after the other · it is not important which point is Important Note: When calibrating selected first the screen, take care to touch the · the machine will beep when the black dots only. If the screen is dots are touched to let you know miscalibrated by touching any area contact was made other than the black dots, it may · will automatically go back to the require a technical adjustment by previous screen an authorized technician. · touch esc to return to the setup screen
Embroidery hoop adjustment This adjustment calibrates the (special accessory) is being used. The needle to the center of the embroi- hoop adjustment can only be activa- dery hoop and is only needed the ted if the Embroidery Module is first time the embroidery module attached
Setup menu · press the external Setup button · menu appears · touch service
Service Screen · service screen appears · select Adjustment of hoop
Hoop adjustment · touch check – the machine reads · hoop adjustment screen appears the hoop position; the needle · connect the embroidery module to should be positioned exactly over the machine the center point of the template · attach the large hoop to the · if it is not, adjust with the arrows embroidery module · it is only necessary to adjust the · insert the embroidery template into hoop once – the same setting the hoop changes will apply to all the hoops
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Save and close · Touch OK – close the screen · Touch esc – close Setup · Touch check in Layout 1 – close embroidery hoop adjustment
Screen contrast The contrast of the screen can be adjusted for easier viewing.
Setup menu · press the external Setup button, menu appears · touch contrast (lower right of screen) · contrast screen appears
Adjust contrast · two adjustments are provided to adjust the contrast (– = lighter, + = darker) · touch to increase or reduce the contrast · the original screen is visible on the left to control and check the adjustments as they are being made
Save and close · touch OK · changes are saved · screen closes · Setup menu appears
Leave Setup program Leave Setup menu · touch esc · Setup is closed · changes are saved · changes remain saved when the machine is turned off
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eco function The green eco (ecology) function goes dark and details are just visible. button on the front of the machine Once you begin working again, saves energy when the machine is the machine will be returned to its not in use, but you don’t want to normal state. turn it off and lose the settings. It can be compared to the sleep feature Besides saving energy, the eco on a computer. function is also a child safety device. Once the eco function is activated, If the eco function is activated, the the machine is “locked” and the foot machine uses about 50% less energy. control is inactive. The machine will The screen in which you are currently only sew after turning off the eco working, all memory contents, and function (pressing the button once), any other functions which you have returning it to the last active screen. selected remain active. The screen
Eco function · touch the external eco button · energy used will be reduced by 50% · useful when interrupting work for longer periods
Screen · screen goes dark, details are just visible · the machine will not sew in eco mode, it is “locked” · all settings remain · foot control will not operate the machine
Return to sewing · touch the eco button · machine returns to normal function · the eco function is cleared when the machine is turned off
Special accessories The following pages offer infor- offering unlimited possibilities for mation about additional accessories expressing your creativity. and attachments available for the artista sewing machine. These Ask your Bernina dealer for more accessories will add to the capabili- details! ties and versatility of the machine,
CPS Program CPS Program (Customized Pattern Selection)
Sewing computer Embroidery module This computer program allows you to (optional accessory) replace a variety of stitches. This computer program allows you to replace the module’s stitches and alphabets. The CPS program allows you to personalize your sewing machine to suit your preferences and sewing requirements. And you can do it as often as you want.
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Embroidery module Embroidery module (special selected, they appear on the screen accessory) and can be sewn immediately. You The embroidery module is a wonder- can position, mirror image, enlarge ful addition to your sewing machine, and reduce the motifs. offering you unlimited possibilities to use your imagination and creativity Additional embroidery motifs, to their full extent. It provides the covering a wide range of subjects are possibility of sewing a wonderful available on cards. Just insert a card array of large motifs in full color. into the embroidery module, select, The module attaches to the free arm and sew! and is connected to the right side of the machine in the connecting socket A detailed instruction manual is provided; it comes preprogrammed supplied with the embroidery with 18 assorted motifs. When module.
Connecting the embroidery module · insert the plug in the connection on · turn the sewing machine off the right side of the machine · remove the accessory box or sewing (embroidery module symbol) table · turn sewing machine on · position the module on the back of the free arm · push the engaging lugs into the base plate of the machine (back right)
Designs · the position, size, and density of · embroidery menu appears the motifs can be altered · touch the embroidery module · designs can mirror imaged, as well symbol to access the as rotated preprogrammed designs · a detailed instruction manual is · touch the teddy bear symbol to supplied with the embroidery access designs from cards (extra module. accessories – see page 64)
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Embroidery cards Preprogrammed embroidery design up a diverse library of beautiful cards covering a wide range of motifs, each relating to a specific subjects can be used in conjunction subject or theme. with the embroidery module. The cards are inserted into the Each card is devoted to one particular embroidery module. You can then theme. New cards are introduced on view the motifs on the screen of your a regular basis so that you can build sewing machine.
Inserting the card · turn the sewing machine off · insert the card into the slot in the module
Embroidery card menu · the embroidery menu appears · touch the teddy bear symbol
Embroidery motifs on the card · the first motif screen appears · each motif is numbered · scroll to view further motifs · select and sew the same as for stitches programmed on the embroidery module
PC Embroidery Software (optional accessory) BERNINA Embroidery Software which The finished creations are transferred allows you to combine, mirror image, directly via a connecting cable (9-pin resize and embellish existing motifs. serial port on the machine) to the embroidery module. The designs can be saved on blank memory cards or You can also create and embroider the embroidery module itself. your own designs up to 155 x 200mm.The process is controlled by The Windows format of this PC you from the first stitch on your program will be familiar to many of screen to the finished motif on you and is easy to understand and fabric. Each design is uniquely yours. use. A computer scanner, which can You design – your machine does the be purchased at computer stores, is a work! real design aid, allowing you to scan clip art and original designs for digitizing.
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Connection cable Detailed instruction manuals are · turn the machine off before supplied with the artista software attaching the cable programs. · insert the cable into the appropriate socket on the right side of the machine (PC symbol) · turn the machine on
Important facts about sewing machine needles Sewing machine, needle and thread Needle/ Your Bernina uses needle system 130/705H. thread table 70 80 90 100 110–120 Needle and thread The most commonly sold needles are nos. 70–120. The Darning thread finer the needle, the lower the number. The table shows you which needle is suitable for which threads. The needle size select must correspond to the thread size. Embroidery thread
Mercerized cotton thread
Synthetic thread
Thick threads, synthetic merc. thread
Buttonhole thread for decorative seams (cordonnet)
Correct needle/thread Unsatisfactory combination needle/thread combination When sewing, the thread If the needle is too fine the runs in the long groove on groove on the front cannot the needle. accommodate the thread and faulty stitching occurs.
Needle and abric/Condition of needle The needle must be in perfect condition. Problems can occur with damaged needles.
bent needle blunt needle burred needle
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66 Needle, thread, fabric feed
Important facts about sewing machine needles Special materials are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used. Special needles are available at your BERNINA dealer.
Needle table Description Needle point Suitable for
Standard 130/705H Normal point, Universal needle for woven, needle slightly rounded synthetic and natural fibers, e.g. linen, chiffon, batiste, organdy, wool, satin, decorative stitching, embroidery
Special 130/70H-SES Fine ball point Fine knits, especially for synthetic needles fibers
130/705H-SUK Medium Heavier knits in synthetic or natural ball point fibers
130/705H-S Medium Special needle for delicate of ball point, difficult stretch fabrics stretch
Jeans needles 130/705H-J Very fine point Overalls, heavy linen, denim, can- vas. Pierces dense fabrics easily
Leather 130/705 Cutting point Natural and needle H-LR+H-LL synthetic leather, plastic, coated and waxed fabric
Double needle130/705 H/TWI Needle distance Visible hems in stretch fabrics, 1.6, 2.0, 2.5, pintucks, decorative sewing 3.0, 4.0
Triple needle 130/705 H/TRI Needle distance Decorative sewing 2.5, 3.0
Hemstitch 130/705H/HE wide needle Hemstitching in fine fabrics needle
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Feed-dog and fabric feed Feed-dog and stitch length With each stitch the feed-dog moves forward by one step. The length of this step is determined by the stitch length selected. With an extremely short stitch length, the steps are also short. The fabric moves under the foot quite slowly, even at full sewing speed. Buttonholes, satin stitch and decorative stitches are all sewn with a very short stitch length.
Important
Let the fabric feed evenly! Pulling or pushing will Holding back will result in result in gaps. knots.
Height compensation tool
The feed-dog can work If the foot is at an angle, To solve this problem, To correct the height in normally when the foot is e.g. when sewing over place one, two or three front of the foot, place level. thick to thin or vice-versa, compensating plates as one or more plates to the the feed-dog can not grip required behind the needle right of the foot next to and feed the fabric and under the presser foot. the needle. Sew until the the work sticks. foot is level again and remove the plates.
Feed-dog and sewing corners
The gap between the two When sewing corners only Correct this by placing one rows of teeth is relatively a small section of the or more compensating large due to the width of fabric is actually on the plates as close as possible the stitch plate hole. feed-dog so that it cannot to the edge of the fabric. grip the fabric well.
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68 Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning If the machine is stored in a cold room, it should be brought to a warm room about 1 hour before use.
Cleaning Cleaning the hook Lubricating Periodically remove thread fluff and · power switch to 0 This sewing machine is remnants which collect under the stitch · remove the bobbin case equipped with the newly plate. · press the lower release lever to the left developed LM (low mass) · turn power switch to 0 · fold down the semi-spherical locking hook system which · remove presser foot and needle strap with black hook race cover eliminates lubrication. · open the free-arm cover · remove the hook Fabrics will get soiled if · press the stitch plate down back right · clean the hook using the brush provided parts are oiled. · lift and remove it or a cotton swab. The use of any sharp · clean the area with the brush instrument could damage the hook. · replace the stitch plate · insert the hook, turning the handwheel if necessary until the hook driver is on the left · close the black hook race cover and locking strap, the pawl must engage · check by turning the handwheel · insert the bobbin case
Cleaning the screen Cleaning the machine Important! · wipe with a damp cloth · wipe with a damp cloth Never use oil, alcohol or · if really soiled, wipe with a solution of solvents of any kind on any water and a few drops of soap liquid part of the machine!
Sewing light Note: Use bulb type 12V 5W W2.1 x 9.5d
Front cover Change the bulb Warning: Let the bulb cool · turn power switch to “0” · remove the left side cover down before replacing! For models with new · loosen the screw · remove the bulb sewing light see page 75 · insert the new bulb · replace cover and tighten screw Please refer to the safety instructions!
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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 as far up as possible with the flat side to the back · the needle size is correct – check the needle/thread table · the machine 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
Upper thread breaks Faulty stitching
· the upper thread tension is too tight. · remnants of thread between the tension discs. · the needle is not designed to be used with the selected · remnants of thread under the bobbin case spring. thread. Check the chart on page 65–66 and the · the thread is still threaded in the finger of the bobbin Creative Consultant. case. · the needle has been inserted incorrectly. The flat side · incorrect threading. Check upper and lower threads. of the shank must be to the back. · use the correct spool disc. · the needle is bent or blunt. · poor quality, knotted or dried out thread has been used. Machine fails to run or runs slowly · use the correct spool disc. · stitch plate or hook tip damaged. Take your machine to · plug not fully inserted. your BERNINA dealer. · power switch in off (0) position. · machine has been standing in a cold room. · bobbin winder still switched on. Lower thread breaks
· the lower thread tension is too tight. Machine sews in reverse · the bobbin is jamming in the bobbin case. Remove and replace the bobbin. reverse sewing function is still activated. · the hole in the stitch plate has been damaged by the needle. This must be polished by your authorized Bernina Service Engineer. Defective sewing light · the needle is blunt or bent. For models with new sewing light, take the machine to your local 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. · 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.
Needle breaks
· needle clamp screw loose. · fabric taken out forwards instead of behind the 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.
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70 Glossary of terms
Glossary of terms check · to preview the contents of a memory bank
clr (clear) · remove or restore settings, back to basic settings
cursor · on-screen positioning marker (vertical line) · used in memory for marking deletions, insertions, etc.
customized · customer-oriented, individualized, personalized
Delete · Delete/clear the previous command
edit · alter, modify
esc (escape) · close screen/program, return to previous or start screen
help · an integrated program providing brief information and help concerning functions and specific stitches
memory · sewing machine program to store stitches and combinations of stitches, letters and numbers for recall at any time
menu · summary of program contents, e.g. stitches, functions from which selections can be made
ok · to confirm a task or selection before continuing
outline · outline designs = sideways motion stitches; stitches with outer contours which are not filled in
pattern · motif, stitch
PC · Personal Computer
PC Embroidery Software · User friendly program designed especially for our customers · PC program for use in conjunction with our embroidery module to edit, mirror image and resize existing motifs. You can also use it to create and convert your own designs into beautiful embroidery.
scroll · to move the screen up or down to view
Setup · sequences and settings which can be altered and adapted to suit your personal preferences
smart · program which saves the stitch and all settings in use during interruptions. Toggle between two stitches.
software · computer programs
store · save in memory for recall at any time
toolbar · a term used for on-screen groups, e.g. functions
touch screen · screen which operates the machine by touch
tutorial · self-help program for learning about various machine features
update · load new software onto machine
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Index
A E G
Accessory box 6 eco function 62 General functions 23 Alphabets/numbers 37–38 Editing functions 27 ·esc 23 ·alter size 37 ·balance 27 ·OK 23 ·programming 38 ·letter size 27 ·Scroll down 23 Alphabet programming functions 28 ·long stitch 27 ·Scroll up 23 ·mirror image 27 Glossary of terms 70 ·motor speed 27 B ·pattern extend 27 ·securing end of stitch 27 H Balance 45 ·sub-division 27 Bobbin – winding, inserting 8 Embroidery cards 64 Help program 46 Bringing up the lower thread 10 Embroidery module 63 Bulb, replacing 68 External stitch buttons 20–21 Buttonhole program functions 28 ·alphabet button 21 L ·button measurement 28 ·buttonhole button 21 ·direct length entry 28 ·decorative stitch button 21 Letters/numbers 37–38 ·manual buttonhole 28 ·external connections 21 ·stitch counter buttonhole 28 ·practical stitch button 20 Buttonholes 29–37 ·quilt stitches button 21 M ·auto round and keyhole 31 ·Setup button 21 ·auto standard and stretch 30 External function buttons 22–23 Maintenance, cleaning 68 ·auto with direct length entry 31 ·clr button 22 Memory 38–43 ·buttonhole corrections 33 ·eco button 22 ·Corrections in memory 41 ·long-term memory 34 ·F (Favorite Function) button 23 ·Deleting memory 43 ·manual 4–6 step buttonholes 34–35 ·Help 22 ·Functions 40–41 ·on-screen button measure 32 ·mem button 22 ·Open memory 38 ·stitch counter buttonhole 32–33 ·needle position 22 ·Open individual memory 42 ·straight stitch buttonholes 36 ·Needle stop adjustment 22 ·Memory capacity 42 Buttonholes, applications 17 ·Pattern end 23 ·Programming stitches 39 Button sew-on program 36 ·Quick reverse button 22 ·Programming stitches by number39 ·Setup button 22 ·Programming with functions 40 ·Smart button 22 ·Save/leave memory 42 C ·TC button 22 ·Sub-division 43 Eyelet program 37 ·View memory contents 41 Carrying case 6 Messages, on-screen 29 Cleaning, maintenance 68 Contents 3 F CPS program 62 N Creative Consultant 47–48 F (Favorite function) button 54 ·Fabric menu 48 Fabric feed, thread, needle 65–67 Needle threader 10 ·Techniques menu 48 Feed dogs and fabric feed 67 Needle, changing 9 Feed dogs 11 Needle, thread, fabric feed 65–67 FHS Free Hand System 7 Needle position, altering 19 D Foot control 7 Needle stop 19 Functions, memory 26–27 Details of the machine 4, 5 ·check 26 ·delete 26 P ·edit memory 27 ·select memory 26 PC Embroidery Software 64-65 ·store 26 Power cable 7 ·scroll left 26 Power switch 7 ·scroll right 27 Practical stitches, applications 16–17 Functions in Setup 26, 50 Presser feet 15 Functions, on-screen selection 19 ·Reverse pattern foot No.1 15 ·Buttonhole foot No.3 15 ·Auto buttonhole foot No.3A 15 ·Zipper foot No.4 15 ·Blind stitch foot No.5 15 ·Open embroidery foot No.20 15 ·Patchwork foot No.37 15 Presser feet, special 15, 63 Presser foot pressure 11 Presser foot, changing 9 Presser foot indicator 19 Programming letters/numbers 38
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72 Index
Q T
Quilt stitches 44 Thread cutter 11 Threading upper thread 10 Thread, needle, fabric feed 65–67 S Thread tension, altering 12 Touch screen functions 24–26 Safety instructions 1 ·Balance 25 Screen 18 ·Clear All 25 Selecting on-screen functions 19 ·Continuous reverse sewing 25 Setup 50–61 ·Double needle limitation 25 ·Beeper 56 ·Hemstitch (wing) needle 26 ·Embroidery hoop adjustment 60 ·Half pattern 25 ·F (Favorite function) button 54 ·Horizontal mirror image 24 ·Functions, programming 53–55 ·Long stitch 24 ·Functions in Setup 50 ·Motor speed 24 ·Motor speed 56 ·Pattern begin 24 ·Needle position 55 ·Pattern end 24 ·Personal program 51–53 ·Pattern extension 25 ·Return to basic settings 57 ·Scroll 25 ·Save and leave Setup 61 ·Securing 24 ·Screen Calibration 59–60 ·Stitch selection by number 25 ·Screen Contrast 61 ·Vertical mirror image 25 ·Service 58 Touch screen selection 18–21 ·Sewing light 58 Troubleshooting 69 ·Start screen 57 Tutorial/Creative Consultant 47–48 ·Stitch width, length 55 ·Version Information 59 Sewing machine needles 65–66 Sewing table 7 Smart function 49 Special accessories 62–65 Standard accessories 6 Stitch width/length, altering 19 Stitch plate 11 Stitch selection, on-screen 19–20 Stitch selection by number 20 Stitch summary 13–14 ·alphabets 14 ·buttonholes 13 ·decorative stitches 13 ·practical stitches 13 ·quilt stitches 14 Supplementary spool pin 9
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Contents 1
2–5 Straight stitch, Zig-zag
6 Altered memory
7–11 Practical stitch seams
12, 13 Sewing knits
14 Zippers
15 Long stitch function
16 Basting stitch
17 Blind hem
18, 19 Elastic, cord
20 Bartack program
21–28 Buttonholes
29 Button sew-on program
30 Eyelets
31–34 Mending/darning
35 Decorative stitches
37–39 Quilt stitches
40 Decorative stitches combined with functions
41–43 Practical and decorative stitches in memory
44 Balance
45 Index
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2 Straight stitch
Straight stitch
Stitch: Straight Stitch No. 1 Needle: size and type suitable for the fabric selected Thread: cotton or polyester Feed-dog: up (sewing position) Presser foot: Reverse pattern foot No. 1
Straight stitch · the machine is ready to sew as soon as it is turned on · after the welcome screen (3 seconds), the machine automatically goes to the practical stitch screen with the pre-selected Straight Stitch highlighted
Screen · suggests using Reverse pattern presser foot No.1 · basic settings (length and width) for Straight Stitch are preset at 2.25mm (length) and 0mm (width) · basic settings as well as altered settings are always visible on the screen ABC A straight stitch with length of 2.25mm preset length B straight stitch with altered stitch length C straight stitch with altered needle positions
Alter the stitch length · the stitch length can be altered while sewing · turn the external stitch length knob to the right to lengthen · turn the external stitch length knob to the left to shorten
Change the needle position · push the external needle position buttons to change the needle position so stitching can be placed exactly where it is desired · each push of the button moves the needle one position in the direction of the symbol · < five positions to the left · > five positions to the right · total of 11 positions, including center · excellent for edgestitching, topstitching, and making tucks
Securing with Quick Reverse · press the quick reverse button and the machine sews in reverse · release the button and the machine sews forward