Bernette Palermo 5 User manual

Instruction Manual

SYMBOL INSTRUCTIONS
Raise needle Raise presser foot Lower presser foot

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing machine.
- To reduce the risk of electric shock:
1. An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug this appliance from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
3. Always unplug before re-lamping. Replace bulb with same type 5W.
- To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
This sewing machine is intended for household use only.
DANGER
WARNING
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when this appliance is used by
or near children.
2. Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only the
attachments recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
3. Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has
been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the appliance to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the appliance with any air openings block. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot controller free from accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine
needle.
6. Always use the proper needle plate, a wrong needle plate can cause the needle to break.
7. Do not use bent needles.
8. Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle causing it to break.
9. Switch the sewing machine off ("O") when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as
threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, and the light.
10. Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating,
or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
11. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or where oxygen is being
administered.
14. To disconnect, turn all controls to the off ("O") position, then remove plug from outlet.
15. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
16. The sound pressure level under normal operating conditions is 75dB(A).
17. Please turn off the machine or unplug when the machine is not operating properly.
18. Never place anything on the foot controller.
19. If the supply cord that fixed with foot controller is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
20. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
21. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

PRINCIPALPARTSOFTHEMACHINE ....................................................1
BUTTONSOFTHEMACHINE..........................................................2-3
LCDSCREEN.........................................................................4
PATTERNCHART .....................................................................5
ACCESSORIES .......................................................................6
CONNECTINGTHEMACHINETOTHEPOWERSOURCE.....................................7
Connectingthemachine..............................................................7
STARTINGSEWING....................................................................8
Footcontrol........................................................................8
ADJUSTINGTHEPRESSERFOOTPRESSURE.............................................8
REPLACINGTHENEEDLE..............................................................9
CHANGINGTHEPRESSERFOOT........................................................9
MATCHINGNEEDLE/FABRIC/THREAD..................................................10
TYPEOFPRESSERFOOTCHART ......................................................11
WINDINGTHEBOBBIN.............................................................12-13
Bobbinwinding .................................................................12-13
INSERTINGTHEBOBBIN..............................................................14
THREADINGTHEUPPERTHREAD ...................................................15-16
USINGTHENEEDLETHREADER .......................................................17
THREADTENSION ...................................................................18
RAISINGUPTHELOWERTHREAD......................................................19
CUTTINGTHETHREAD ...............................................................19
TWO-STEPPRESSERFOOTLIFTER.....................................................20
TORAISEORDROPTHEFEEDDOGS...................................................20
OPERATIONBUTTONS.............................................................21-22
Reversebutton....................................................................21
Auto-lockbutton ...................................................................21
Needleup/downpositionbutton ......................................................22
FUNCTIONBUTTONS ..............................................................23-25
Stitchwidthadjustmentbutton ........................................................23
Stitchlengthadjustmentbutton........................................................24
MODEselectionbutton..............................................................24
Mirrorbutton......................................................................25
MEMORYBUTTONS..................................................................26
Memory button....................................................................26
Clear button......................................................................26
Arrow button .....................................................................26
SELECTIONBUTTONS................................................................27
Directpatternselectionandnumberbuttons .............................................27
USEFULSKILLS...................................................................28-29
Sewingcorners....................................................................28
Reverse..........................................................................28
Freearm.........................................................................28
Sewingontheheavyfabric...........................................................29
STRAIGHTSTITCHESANDNEEDLEPOSITION............................................30
ZIGZAGSTITCHES...................................................................30
STRETCHSTITCH....................................................................31
CONTENTS

CONTENTS
OVERCASTINGSTITCHES.............................................................32
Usingtheovercastingfoot ...........................................................32
Usingtheallpurposefoot............................................................32
BLINDHEM/LINGERIESTITCH.........................................................33
BUTTONSEWING....................................................................34
BUTTONHOLESTITCHING..........................................................35-38
Makingabuttonholeonstretchfabrics..................................................38
EYELETSTITCH .....................................................................39
DARNINGSTITCH .................................................................40-41
ZIPPERINSERTION................................................................42-43
Insertingacenteredzipper...........................................................42
Insertingasidezipper...............................................................43
NARROWHEMMING..................................................................44
CORDING...........................................................................45
Singlecording.....................................................................45
Triplecording .....................................................................45
SATINSTITCHSEWING ...............................................................46
QUILTING...........................................................................47
SCALLOPSTITCH....................................................................47
Scallopedging ....................................................................47
GATHERING.........................................................................48
SMOCKING .........................................................................49
FREE MOTION DARNING, EMBROIDERY AND MONOGRAMMING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51
Darning..........................................................................50
Embroidery.......................................................................51
Monogramming....................................................................51
FAGOTING..........................................................................52
PATCHWORKSTITCHING..............................................................52
MIRROR............................................................................53
TWINNEEDLE(Optional) .............................................................54
WALKINGFOOT(Optional) ............................................................55
MEMORY.........................................................................56-58
Combiningpatterns..............................................................56-57
Addingpatterns....................................................................57
Clearingpatterns...................................................................57
Recallingandsewingthememorizedpattern..........................................57-58
WARNINGFUNCTIONS................................................................59
Warninganimationmessagedisplay ...................................................59
Instructionanimationmessagedisplay..................................................59
Warningbeepingsound .............................................................59
REPLACINGTHELIGHTBULB .........................................................60
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................61-62
Cleaningthescreen ................................................................61
Cleaningthesewingmachinesurface ..................................................61
Cleaningthehook...............................................................61-62
TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE........................................................63-64
QUICKADJUSTMENTREFERENCECHART............................................65-66

PRINCIPAL PARTS OF THE MACHINE
Horizontal spool pin
Hole for second spool pin
Handle
Presser foot lifter
Drop feed lever
Power cord
Handwheel
Foot controller connector
Main power switch
Operation buttons
Thread cutter
Face plate
Buttonhole lever
Auto needle threader
Needle plate cover
Sewing table and
accessory box
Presser foot pressure
LCD screen
Memory buttons
Function buttons
Selection buttons
bobbin winder spindle
Tension dial
Function buttons
Bobbin stopper
Speed limiting
adjustment lever
Pattern plate
1

BUTTONS OF THE MACHINE
1. Reverse button
Hold down this button to sew either backwards or a reinforcement stitch at a low speed.
2. Auto-lock button
Hold down this button to sew locking stitches immediately or at the end of the current patterns
and automatically stop.
3. Needle up/down position button
Press this button to move the needle either up or down.
4. Speed limiting adjustment lever
Slide this lever to change the sewing speed.
A. Operation buttons (see page 21/22)
5. Stitch length adjustment button
Press this button to adjust the length of the stitch.
6. Stitch width adjustment button
Press this button to adjust the width of the zigzag stitch.
B. Function buttons (see page 23/24/25)
2

BUTTON OF THE MACHINE
D. Selection buttons (see page 27)
12.Direct pattern selection and number buttons
Instant access to direct pattern or press number buttons of the pattern number to select the
desired pattern.
9. Memory button
Press this button to enter or store the created pattern combination in the memory.
10.Arrow button
Press the " " button or " " button until the actual stitch number is displayed.
11.Clear button
If an incorrect pattern is selected or memorized, pressing this button will clear it.
C. Memory buttons (see page 26)
7. Mode selection button
Press this button to select direct mode, utility and decorative pattern mode.
8. Mirror button
Press this button to sew a reflection pattern.
3

LCD SCREEN
Needle up
Auto-lock
Mirror
Needle positionReverse
Direct mode
Pattern number Stitch width
Bobbin winding
Buttonhole lever
Direct Pattern
Needle down
Auto-stop
Normal mode
Memory
Mirror
Stitch length
Reverse
Pattern number Stitch width
Suggested
presser foot
Number of current unit
Total number of unit
Pattern
4

PATTERN CHART
The portion marked in colored on the chart below shows the one unit of each pattern.
1 3 45 6 7 8 9 02
49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60
31
23
17 18 19 20 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 21 22 32
02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 1501 16
A. Direction Patterns
B. Patterns
34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 33
5

Standard
1. All purpose foot (T)
2. Zipper foot (I)
3. Buttonhole foot (D)
4. Overcasting foot (E)
5. Blind hem foot (F)
6. Satin stitch foot (A)
7. Button sewing foot
8. Brush/ Seam ripper
9. Spool holder (Large)
10.Spool holder (Small)
11.
12.Screwdriver (L & S)
13.Bobbin (3x)
14.Pack of needle (5x)
15.Spool pin felt
16.Second spool pin
Optional
17.Cording foot (M)
18.Hemmer foot (K)
19.Quilting foot (P)
20.Darning/ Embroidery foot
21.Gathering foot
22.Twin needle
23.Walking foot
Edge/quilting guide
ACCESSORIES
Standard
Optional
6
1 2 3 4
6
17 19 20 18
22 23
006186008 006905008 D3A1514000 006907008
7
006914008006172008
5
006904008
9
R12373209
8
006099008
11
006008001
10
TA10943209
12
006084009
13
006012008
006900008
006813008 006016008
21
006917008
006916008
14 15
006015009
16
R60033209
006020008 0061850081
006221008

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Connecting the machine
Before connecting the power supply, make sure that the voltage and frequency shown on the
machine is conforming with your electrical power.
Place the machine on a stable table.
1. Connect the power line cord to the machine by inserting the 2-hole plug into the terminal box.
2. Connect the power line plug to the electric outlet.
3. Turn on the power switch.
4. The sewing lamp will light up when the switch is turned on.
To disconnect, turn the power switch to the off position, then remove plug from outlet.
Polarized plug information
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other), to
reduce the risk of electrical shock; this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in
any way.
Caution: Always make sure that the machine is unplugged from power source and the main
switch is on ("O"). when the machine is not in use and before inserting or removing parts.
CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE
ONOFF

8
STARTING SEWING
Attention: Consult a qualified electrician if in doubt as how to connect the machine to the
power source. Unplug the power cord when the machine is not in use.
The appliance must be used with the foot controller C-9000.
With the sewing machine turned off, insert the foot
control plug into its connector on the sewing
machine.
Turn on the sewing machine, and then slowly
depress the foot control to start sewing.
Release the foot control to stop the sewing machine.
Foot control
ADJUSTING PRESSER FOOT PRESSURE
Standard presser foot pressure set at "2".
The presser foot pressure of the machine has been
pre-set and no need for change unless sewing
particular type of fabric (light-or-heavy weight).
If you do need to adjust the presser foot pressure,
turn the presser adjusting screw by ones finger.
For sewing very thin fabric, loosen the pressure
by turning the screw counterclockwise to move
the screw upward and the pressure decreased. If
kept turning the screw, it could be take out. By
that time, just turn the screw clockwise, it could be
locked back and readjust the pressure.
For heavy fabric, tighten the pressure by turning
the screw clockwise to move the screw downward
and the pressure increased. Once screw could not
be moved any further, it has been reached the
bottom, pls do not turn any more.

Attention: Turn power switch to off
("O") when carrying out any of the
above operations!
Change the needle regularly, especially if it is
showing signs of wear and causing problems.
Insert the needle following the illustrated
instructions.
A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten
again after inserting the new needle.
The flat side of the shaft should be towards
the back.
B. Insert the needle as far up as it will go.
Needles must be in perfect condition.
Problems can occur with:
- Bent needles
- Blunt needles
- Damaged points
REPLACING THE NEEDLE
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT
b
d
c
f
e
a
e
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b
a
g
Attention: Turn power switch to off
("O") when carrying out any of the
above operations!
Attaching the presser foot holder (1)
Raise the presser foot bar (a).
Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated.
Attaching the presser foot (2)
Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the
cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d).
Raise the lever (e).
Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the
presser foot (f) will engage automatically.
Removing the presser foot (3)
Raise the presser foot.
Raise the lever (e) and the foot will disengages.
Attaching the e (4)
Attach the e (g) in the slot as
illustrated. Adjust according to need for hems,
pleats, etc.
dge/quilting guide
dge/quilting guide
9
A
B

10
MATCHING NEEDLE/ FABRIC/ THREAD
Needle size Fabrics Thread
Most threads sold are medium size and
suitable for these fabrics and needle sizes.
9-11/65-75 Lightweight fabrics-thin cottons, voile,
serge, silk, muslin, Qiana, interlocks,
cotton knits, tricots, jerseys, crepes,
woven polyester, shirt & blouse fabrics.
Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon or
polyester.
Use polyester threads on synthetic
materials and cotton on natural woven
fabrics for best results.
Always use the same thread on top
and bottom.
12/80 Medium weight fabrics-cotton, satin,
kettleclote, sailcloth, double knits,
lightweight woollens.
14/90 Medium weight fabrics-cotton duck,
woolen, heavier knits, terrycloth, denims.
16/100 Heavyweight fabrics-canvas, woolens,
outdoor tent and quilted fabrics, denims,
upholstery material (light to medium).
18/110 Heavy woollens, overcoat fabrics,
upholstery fabrics, some leathers
and vinyls.
Heavy duty thread, carpet thread.
(Use heavy foot pressurelarge numbers.)
Important: Match needle size to thread size and weight of fabric
NEEDLE, FABRIC SELECTION
Needles Explanation Type of fabric
15 x 1/ 130/
705H (SUK)
HA x 1
15 x 1
15 x 1/
130/ 705H
130PCL/
705H-LR/LL
Standard sharp needles.
Sizes range thin to large. 9 (65) to 18 (110)
Leather needles. 12 (80) to 18 (110)
Full ball point needle 9 (65) to 18 (110)
Semi-ball point needle, scarfed.
9 (65) to 18 (110)
Natural and synthetic woven fabrics,
polyester blends. Knits-polyesters,
interlocks, tricot, single and double knits.
Can be used instead of 15x1 for sewing
all fabrics.
Leather, vinyl, upholstery. (Leaves smaller
hole than standard large needle.
Sweater knits, Lycra, swimsuit fabric, elastic.
Natural woven fabrics-wool, cotton, silk,
etc. Qiana. Not recommended for double
knits.
Note:
- Twin needles can be purchased for utility and decorative work.
- European needles show sizes 65, 70, 80 etc. American and Japanese needles show
size 9, 11, 12 etc.
- Replace needle often (approximately every other garment ) and / or at first thread
breakage or skipped stitches.

Darning
Free embroidery
Monogramming
11
TYPE OF PRESSER FOOT CHART
All purpose foot (T)
Zipper foot (I)
Overcasting foot (E)
Blind hem foot (F)
Darning/
Embroidery foot
Gathering foot
(Optional)
Button sewing foot
APPLICATION
PRESSER FOOT
General sewing,
Patchwork stitches,
Decorative
stitching,
Smocking,
Fagoting, etc.
PRESSER FOOT APPLICATION
Inserting zippers
Overcasting
Blind hem stitching
Satin stitch sewing
Gathering
Button sewing
Satin stitch foot (A)
NEEDLE NEEDLE
Hemmer foot (K)
(Optional)
Narrow hemming
Quilting foot (P)
(Optional)
Quilting
Cording foot (M)
(Optional)
Cording
(Optional)
Walking foot
(Optional)
This foot helps to
prevent uneven
feeding of very
difficult fabrics
Buttonhole foot (D)
Note: The twin needle is optional. It is not include with the accessories.
When sewing with twin needle, the stitch width should be set at less than "5.0".
Buttonhole sewing

1. Place the thread and spool holder onto the spool pin.
For smaller spools of thread, place spool holder with
the small side next to the spool or use the small spool
holder.
2. Snap the thread into the thread guide .
3. Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder
tension discs.
4. Place the thread end through one of the inner holes in
the bobbin as illustrated and place empty bobbin on
the spindle.
5. Push the bobbin to right.
WINDING THE BOBBIN
12
3
2
4
5
Bobbin winding
1

WINDING THE BOBBIN
13
6. When the bobbin winder spindle is pushed to the right,
bobbin winding position, the symbol " " is shown on
the LCD screen.
It will disappear from the LCD screen when the bobbin
winder spindle is pushed back to the left into the sewing
position.
7. Hold the thread tail securely in one hand.
8. Press on the foot control to start the sewing machine.
9. After the bobbin has wound a few turns stop the machine
and cut the thread near the hole of the bobbin.
Continue filling the bobbin until it is full. The motor stops
automatically when the bobbin is full. Stop the machine.
Push the bobbin winder spindle to left.
6
7
9
8
10.Cut the thread and then remove the bobbin.
10
Please Note:
When the bobbin winder switch is placed on the right, "bobbin winding position", the machine
will not sew and the handwheel will not turn. To start sewing, push the bobbin winder switch
to the left "sewing position".
Patterns

Attention: Turn power switch to off
("O") before inserting or removing the
bobbin.
When inserting or removing the bobbin,
the needle must be fully raised.
1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with
the thread running in a counterclockwise
direction (arrow).
2. Pull the thread through the slit (A).
3. Pull the thread toward the left and along
the inside of the spring until it slips into
the notch (B) being sure that the thread
does not slip out of the slit (A).
4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread
and attach the bobbin cover plate. (C)
A
B
INSERTING THE BOBBIN
14
B
3
A
2
1
C
4

1
THREADING THE UPPER THREAD
Please Note: It is important to carry out the threading correctly as by not doing so several
sewing problems could result.
Start by raising the needle to its highest point, and
also raise the presser foot to release the tension
discs.
1. Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of thread on the
spool pin so that the thread comes from the front of the
spool, then place the spool cap at the end of the spool pin.
2. Draw the thread from the spool through the upper
thread guide.
3. Guide the thread around the thread guide pulling the
thread through the pre-tension spring as illustrated.
2
15
3