Bernina 125 Bedienerhandbuch

In choosing BERNINA, you are assured of years of rewarding sewing. For over 100 years my family has concentrated on providing complete satisfaction to

Setting up the sewing computer10The power cable•plug A into sewing computer•plug B into wall socketFoot control cable•plug C into sewing computerImpor

11Setting up the sewing computerSewing table* Increases the sewing surface.To attach•raise the needle and presserfoot•place the table over the freearm

Setting up the sewing computer12Winding the bobbin•turn power switch on•place empty bobbin on spindle•following the direction of the arrow take thread

13Setting up the sewing computerBobbin caseTo remove the bobbin case•raise the needle•turn power switch to «0»•open the bobbin cover•grasp the latch o

Setting up the sewing computer14Inserting the bobbin... it lies in the T-shaped slit atthe end of the spring.The bobbin must turn clock-wise when thre

15Setting up the sewing computerChanging the presser footChanging the presser footsole•raise the needle and the presser foot shaft•turn power switch t

Setting up the sewing computer16Threading the upper thread•raise the needle and presser foot•turn the power switch to 0•place spool on pin and attach

17Setting up the sewing computerBringing up the lower thread•hold the upper thread•sew one stitch•pull the upper thread until the bobbin thread appear

Setting up the sewing computer18Stitch plateStitch plate markings•the stitch plate is marked with seam guide lines in mm and inches•the millimetre mar

19Setting up the sewing computer35AThread tensionThe basic setting•is indicated when the red line on the tensionadjustment wheel is in line with the m

2WARNINGTo reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons:1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when

Operating instructions200234515.5123450123456General instructionsMain switch to 1•the sewing sewing computer is ready to sewThe screen shows1 stitch w

Stitch width•left button = narrow the stitch width•right button = widen the stitch width•the basic settings of the chosen stitch blink constantlyNeedl

Operating instructions22Reverse sewingquick reverse:•press button•Sewing computer sews reverse until button is released (max. stitch length 3 mm)Appli

23Operating instructionsBalanceNote:If the balance has been adjusted, return it to the normal setting once sewing is completed.Your sewing computer ha

Presser feet24Presser foot selection (snap-on system)2Overlock soleVari-overlock seamVari-overlock hemOversewing seam edges21451Reverse pattern solePr

14131611 152017 18 1912#clrdel147258036925StichesStitchesPractical and decorative1 Straight stitch2 Zig-zag3 Vari-overlock4 Running stitch5 Securing s

Stitches26Stitch selectionAll non-stretch fabrics. All straight stitch workMost fabric types; all simple zig-zag such as oversewing finefabrics. Sewin

27Stitches10Fine to medium weight woven fabrics; blouses, shirts, trousers,bedlinens, etc.Automatic darning for fine and medium weight fabricsMost typ

Selected practical stitches: Straight stitch28Straight stitch No. 1size and type suitable for the fabric selected (see p. 42)cotton/polyesterup (sewin

29Selected practical stitches: Straight stitch with securing programSecuring program•for all fabrics•secures seam begin and end•sews exactly over the

3Safety instructions11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.12. Do not use outdoors.13. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are

Selected practical stitches: Zig-zag stitch30Stitch:Needle:Thread:Feed-dog:Presser foot:A Zig-zag stitch with alteredstitch widthB Zig-zag stitch with

31Selected practical stitches: Blind hemBlind hem No. 7size and type suitable for the fabric selected (see p. 42)cotton or polyesterup (sewing positio

Selected practical stitches: Darning32Darning Program No.11size and type suitable for the fabric selected (see p. 42)darning threadup (sewing position

Selected practical stitches: Zippers 33Straight stitch No. 1size and type suitable for the fabric selected (see p. 42)cotton or polyesterup (sewing po

Selected practical stitches: Buttonholes34Thread tension•thread the bobbin thread through the finger of the bobbin case= the bobbin tension is a littl

Selected practical stitches: Buttonholes 35Stitch:Needle:Thread:Feed-dog:Presser foot:Buttonhole No. 10size and type suitable for the fabric selected

Selected practical stitches: Buttonholes36•place both ends of the cord in the grooves on the sole ofthe foot and pull them to theback•lower the presse

Selected practical stitches: Buttonholes 37Buttonhole cutter and block(special accessory)•place the fabric on the wood•place the cutter in the centreo

Selected practical stitches: Handlook quilt stitch38Perfect corners•activate needle-stop downand then turn workMonofilament breaks•sew more slowly•red

Selected practical stitches: Overlock seams 39Knits and jerseyuse a new needle to preventdamaging the loopsSewing stretch fabricsif necessary use a st

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Selected practical stitches: Overlock seams40Double overlock No. 8size and type suitable for the fabric selected (see p. 42)cotton or polyesterup (sew

Selected practical stitches: Overlock seams 41Needle stop downneedle stays in fabric when you stop to adjust the ribbingVari-overlock No. 3size and ty

42Needle 70 80 90 100 110–120Darning thread••Embroidery thread•Mercerised••cotton threadSynthetic thread••Thick threads,synthetic mercerised••threadBu

43Needles, ThreadsNeedle and fabricCondition of needleThe needle must be in perfect condition.Problems can occur with damaged needles.bent needle blun

Needles44Special materials are easier to sew if the appropriate needle is used.Special needles are available at your BERNINA dealer.Needle tableStanda

45Needle, thread, fabric feedFeed-dog and fabric feedLet the fabric feed evenly! Holding back will result inknots.Pulling or pushing will result ingap

Needle, thread, fabric feed46Feed-dog and fabric feed with compensating platesThick fabrics: feed-dog and sewing cornersThe feed-dog can work normally

Cleaning the screen and the sewing computer•wipe with a damp cloth47Cleaning and maintenanceCleaningIf the sewing computer is stored in a cold room, i

Cleaning and maintenance48Sewing lightReplacing the bulb•turn power switch to «0»•loosen the screw Light bulbs get hot.Allow to cool down beforeremova

49FaultsTrouble shootingUpper thread breaks•The upper thread tension istoo tight.•The needles are of a poorquality. Ideally needles should be purchase

5Details1 Bobbin cover2 Stitch plate3 Attachment base for special accessories4 Sewing table socket5 Presser foot6 Needle clamp withfixation screw7 Thr

50AAccessory box 9BBalance 23, 34Blind hem 31Bobbin 12Bobbin case 13Bobbin thread cutter 13Bringing up the lower thread 17Buttonholes

51IndexRRibbing with overlock seam 41Reverse sewing 22SScreen shows 20Seam guide 11Securing program 29Selected practical stitches 28–41Sew

Contents524 Details10 Setting up the sewing computer20 Operating instructions24 Presser feet25 StitchesSelected practical stitches:28 • Straight stitc

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7Details32 Carrying handle33 Presser foot lifter (manual)34 Thread cutter35 Thread take up36 Darning ring connection37 Accessory box connection38 Thre

•foot control•instruction manual•power cable•warranty card•fabric case for standard accessoriesAccessoriesStandard accessories*:4 bobbins (+ 1 in the

Setting up the sewing computer 9Attaching the accessory box to thesewing computer•close the doors•push feet back into position•attach the box to the s