Bernina 380 User manual

BERNINA 330 |350 PE |380

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1
Dear Bernina Customer,
Congratulations!
You’ve decided on BERNINA, a reliable choice that will delight you for years to come.
For over 100 years, our family has placed the highest value on satisfied customers. For
myself, it is a matter of personal pride to offer you Swiss precision at the height of
perfection, future-oriented sewing technology, and a comprehensive customer service.
The BERNINA 330, 350 and 380 are primarily aimed at the occasional sewer who puts
great stock in design and customer benefit. These sewing computers are very ergonomi-
cally built and therefore even easier to operate, to help you, our esteemed customers,
on your journey to even greater sewing pleasure and perfect results.
Enjoy creative sewing with BERNINA:
Find out about our varied range of accessory and let yourself be inspired by new sewing
projects at www.bernina.com.
And don’t forget to make use of service and maintenance offers from our highly trained
BERNINA dealers.
H.P. Ueltschi
Owner
BERNINA International AG
CH-8266 Steckborn
www.bernina.com
Introduction
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2Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety
precautions should always be followed, including
the following:
Read all instructions before using this sewing
computer.
When the sewing computer is not in use, it
should be disconnected from the electricity
supply by removing the plug from the outlet.
DANGER!
To reduce the risk of electrical shock:
1. The sewing computer should never be left
unattended when plugged in.
2. Always unplug the sewing computer from the
electrical outlet immediately after using and
before cleaning.
3. LED radiation. Do not view directly with
optical instruments. LED class 1M
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or
injury to persons:
1. Use the sewing computer only for purposes
as described in this manual. Use only
attachments/accessory recommended by the
manufacturer as contained in this manual.
2. Do not allow the sewing computer to be
used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when this sewing computer is used by or
near children and infirm persons. This
sewing computer 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 sewing
computer by a person responsible for their
safety. Children must be kept under
supervision to ensure that they do not play
with the sewing computer.
3. Never operate this sewing computer if:
█it has a damaged cord or plug
█it is not working properly
█it has been dropped or damaged
█it has fallen into water
Take the sewing computer to the nearest
authorized BERNINA dealer for examination,
repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
4. Never operate the sewing computer with any
air vents blocked. Keep ventilation openings
of the sewing computer free from lint, dust
and/or fabric bits.
5. Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
Special care is required in the needle area of
the sewing computer.
6. Never drop or insert any objects into any
opening on the sewing computer.
7. Do not use the sewing computer outdoors.
8. Do not operate the sewing computer where
aerosol products (spray) or oxygen is being
administered.
9. Do not pull or push the fabric while stitching.
This may deflect the needle, causing it to
break.
10. Do not use bent needles.
11. Always use the BERNINA original stitch
plate. The wrong stitch plate can cause
needle breakage.
12. To disconnect, turn power switch to «0» (off),
then remove the plug from the outlet. Do not
unplug by pulling the cord, instead grasp the
plug to pull it from the outlet.
13. Turn power switch to «0» (off) when making
any adjustments in the needle area, such as
changing the needle or the presser foot, etc.
14. Always unplug the sewing computer from the
electrical outlet when carrying out cleaning
or maintenance work or any other user
servicing adjustments mentioned in this
manual.
15. This sewing computer is provided with
double insulation (except USA and Canada).
Use only genuine replacement parts. Please
note the advice on the servicing of double-
insulated products.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Safety Instructions
Please find the latest version of
your instruction manual at
www.bernina.com
SERVICING DOUBLE
INSULATED PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
grounding means is provided on a double-
insulated product nor should a means for
grounded be added to the product. Servicing a
double-insulated product requires extreme care
and knowledge of the system and should only be
done by qualified service personnel. Replacement
parts for a double-insulated product must be
identical to the original parts in the product.
A double insulated product is marked with the
words: «Double-Insulation» or «double-insulated».
The symbol may also be marked on the
product.
DISCLAIMER
No liability will be assumed for any possible
damage which
arises from misuse of this sewing computer.
This sewing computer is intended for household
use only.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS!
Environmental Protection
BERNINA is committed to the protection
of the environment. We strive to
minimize the environmental impact of our
products by continuously improving
product design and our technology of
manufacturing.
At end of life please dispose this product
in an environmentally responsible way
according to the national directive. Do
not throw away this product with your
household waste. In case of doubt,
please contact your dealer.
If the sewing computer is stored in a cold
room, it should be brought to a warm
room about one hour before use.
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* Not supplied as standard with the BERNINA 330
** Not supplied as standard with the BERNINA 350
*** Not supplied as standard with the BERNINA 380
Very important!
Risk of damage!
Supplementary information!
Glossary
Balance Correcting abnormalities in stitch formation due to the fabric
clr Deleting settings or data
LED Sewing light system
FHS Free-Hand System = Knee-operated presser-foot lifter
mem Memory = Longterm data store
Bartack Buttonhole-bead cross-connections
Satin stitching Dense zig-zag
Fabric fold Folded edge of material
Hook «Catches» the needle-thread loop, forming
the seam together with the lower thread
Contents - Key to Signs
Accessory 5-7
8-23
24-29
30-43
44
45
46
47-49
Preparation
█Details of the sewing computer 8
█Preparation for sewing 10
Functions
█Function buttons on the sewing
computer 24
█Details of the screen 26
Sewing stitches
█Practical stitches 30
█Examples of application 31
Cleaning, maintenance
█Sewing computer and screen 44
█Lubricating 44
Troubleshooting
Stitch patterns
Index
█Buttonholes 36
█Practical-/Quiltstitch 43
█ Memory 27
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Accessory
Standard Accessory
█Fabric cover
█Accessory box */**
█Accessory case ***
█Foot control
█Power cable
█Slide-on table*
█Stitch pattern summary card
█Free-Hand System FHS */**
1 5 bobbins (one of them in the bobbin case)
2 Selection of needles
3 Seam guide, right
4 Height compensating tool
5 Seam ripper
6 Screwdriver, red
7 Angular Torx button
8 Lint brush
9 Lubricator
10 2 foam pads
11 3 spool discs
1
11
3 4 6
5
7
8
9
10
2
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Presser Feet/Snap-On Soles (BERNINA 330/350/350 PE/380)
Presser Feet - Standard (BERNINA 350/350 PE/380)
1 No. 1 Reverse pattern sole
2 No. 2 Overlock sole (without 350 PE)
3 No. 3A Automatic Buttonhole foot with
slide
4 No. 4 Zipper sole
5 No. 5 Blindstitch sole
6 No. 8 Jeans sole */**/(without
350 PE)
7 No. 20 Open embroidery sole *
8 No. 37 Patchwork sole (only 350 PE)
Accessory
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6
57 8
21 No. 1 Reverse pattern foot
2 No. 2 Overlock foot (without 350 PE)
3 No. 3A Automatic Buttonhole foot with
slide
4 No. 4 Zipper foot
5 No. 5 Blindstitch foot
6 No. 8 Jeans foot **/(without 350 PE)
7 No. 20 Open embroidery foot
8 No. 37 Patchwork foot (only 350 PE)
More accessories you can
found on www.bernina.com
Presser Feet: can vary from country to country (Snap-On Soles or Standard).
1
4
6
5
78
23
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Accessory
Accessory Box */**
Accessory Case ***
Storing Accessory
Standard accessory are supplied in a plastic bag. They can be stored as
shown in the picture.
Standard accessory for the models B330/350 can be carefully stored in the
case. Buttonhole foot 3A is stored inside in a separate compartment.
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8Preparation - Details of the sewing computer
Front View
Detail View
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