Bernina 570 QE User manual

BERNINA 570 QE
User Manual

Welcome
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Dear BERNINA customer,
Congratulations! You have decided on BERNINA and therefore on a product which will delight you for years.
For more than 100 years our family company has attached greatest importance to satisfied customers. It is
my personal goal to offer you Swiss innovation and precision at the highest level of perfection, future-
oriented sewing technology and comprehensive customer service.
The BERNINA 5-series consists of various ultramodern machines, whose development not only focused the
highest demands on technique and the ease of use but also considered the design of the product. After all
we sell our products to creative people like you, who do not only appreciate high quality but also form and
design.
Enjoy creative quilting with your new BERNINA 570 QE and find out about the variety of accessories at
www.bernina.com. On our homepage you will also find a lot of inspiring sewing instructions, to be
downloaded for free.
Our highly trained BERNINA dealers will provide you with more information on service and maintenance
offers.
I wish you lots of pleasure and many creative hours with your new BERNINA.
H.P. Ueltschi
Owner
BERNINA International AG
CH-8266 Steckborn

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................. 9
Important Information ........................................ 12
1 My BERNINA ........................................................ 14
1.1 Introduction ........................................................... 14
1.2 BERNINA Quality Control ........................................ 14
1.3 Welcome to the World of BERNINA ........................ 14
1.4 Overview Machine ................................................. 16
Overview Front Controls ............................................. 16
Overview - Front ......................................................... 17
Overview - Side Panel ................................................. 18
Overview - Back Panel ................................................. 19
1.5 Supplied Accessories .............................................. 20
Overview Accessories Machine .................................... 20
Overview Presser Feet ................................................. 22
Accessories Box .......................................................... 23
1.6 Overview User Interface ......................................... 24
Overview Functions/Visual Information ........................ 24
Overview System Settings ........................................... 24
Overview Selection Menu Sewing ............................... 25
Software Operation .................................................... 25
1.7 Needle, Thread, Fabric ............................................ 27
Overview Needles ....................................................... 27
Example for Needle Description .................................. 30
Thread Selection ......................................................... 30
Needle/Thread Combination ....................................... 31
2 Sewing Preparation ............................................ 32
2.1 Before Using the Machine for the First Time ........... 32
2.2 Accessories Box ...................................................... 32
Removing and Mounting the Accessory Box from
Machine ..................................................................... 32
Storing Accessory ....................................................... 32
2.3 Connection and Switching On ................................ 33
Connecting the Foot Control ...................................... 33
Connecting the Machine ............................................ 33
Attaching the Knee Lifter of the Free Hand System ..... 34
Fixing the Touch Screen Pen ....................................... 34
Switching the Machine On .......................................... 34
2.4 Foot Control .......................................................... 35
Regulating the Speed via the Foot Control .................. 35
Activate/Deactivate Additional Function ...................... 35
2.5 Spool Pin ................................................................ 35
Retractable Spool Pin ................................................... 35
Horizontal Spool Pin ..................................................... 36
2.6 Feed Dog ................................................................ 37
Adjusting the Feed Dog ................................................ 37
2.7 Slide-on Table ......................................................... 37
Using the Slide-on Table ............................................... 37
Using the Seam Guide .................................................. 38
2.8 Presser Foot ............................................................ 38
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position via the Knee Lifter
of the Free Hand System .............................................. 38
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position via the Button
«Presser Foot Up/Down» .............................................. 39
Changing the Presser Foot ........................................... 39
Selecting the Presser Foot in the User Interface ............. 39
Setting the Presser Foot Pressure .................................. 40
2.9 Adjusting the Feed Dog .......................................... 40
2.10 Needle and Stitch Plate ........................................... 40
Changing the Needle ................................................... 40
Selecting the Needle in the User Interface ..................... 41
Selecting the Needle Type and the Needle Size ............. 41
Adjusting the Needle Position Up/Down ....................... 41
Adjusting the Needle Position Left/Right ....................... 41
Needle Stop Up/Down (permanent) .............................. 42
Changing the Stitch Plate ............................................. 42
Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface .............. 43
2.11 Threading ............................................................... 43
Threading the Upper Thread ........................................ 43
Threading the Twin Needle .......................................... 46
Threading the Triple Needle ......................................... 46
Winding the Bobbin Thread ......................................... 47
Threading the Bobbin Thread ....................................... 48
Indicating Fill Level of Bobbin Thread ............................ 50
3 Setup Program ..................................................... 51
3.1 Sewing Settings ...................................................... 51
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension ............................ 51
Adjusting the Maximum Sewing Speed ........................ 51
Setting Securing Stitches (Smart Secure) ....................... 51
Adjusting the Hovering Height of the Presser Foot ........ 52
Programming the Button «Pattern End» ....................... 52
Programming the Button «Thread Cutter» ................... 53
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position with Needle Stop
Down ........................................................................... 54
Programming the Button «Quick Reverse» ................... 54

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Programming the Foot Control ................................... 55
3.2 Embroidery Settings ............................................... 55
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension ........................... 55
Adjusting the Maximum Embroidering Speed ............. 56
Setting the Embroidery Design Position when Opening 56
Calibrating the Embroidery Hoop ................................ 57
Entering the Fabric Thickness ...................................... 57
Activating/Deactivating the Function Thread Away ...... 58
Programming Securing Stitches (Smart Secure) ........... 58
Adjusting the Thread Cut ............................................ 59
Changing the Measuring Unit ..................................... 60
3.3 Selecting Personal Settings ..................................... 60
3.4 Monitoring Functions ............................................. 60
Activating the Upper Thread Indicator ......................... 60
Activating the Bobbin Thread Indicator ....................... 61
3.5 Activating the Audio Signals ................................... 61
3.6 Machine Settings ................................................... 62
Selecting a Language .................................................. 62
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ....................... 62
Adjusting the Sewing Light ......................................... 62
Reviewing the Total Number of Stitches ...................... 63
Registering Details of the Dealer ................................. 63
Saving Service Data ..................................................... 64
Back to Basic Setting ................................................... 64
Deleting User Data ...................................................... 65
Deleting Designs on the BERNINA USB Stick ................ 65
Calibrating the Buttonhole Foot#3A .......................... 66
Packing the Embroidery Module ................................. 66
4 System Settings ................................................... 67
4.1 Calling Up the Tutorial ........................................... 67
4.2 Calling Up the Creative Consultant ........................ 67
4.3 Using eco Mode ..................................................... 67
4.4 Calling Up the Help ................................................ 67
4.5 Cancelling Any Alterations with «clr» ..................... 67
5 Creative Sewing .................................................. 68
5.1 Overview Selection Menu Sewing ........................... 68
Selecting a Stitch Pattern ............................................ 68
5.2 BERNINA Dual Feed ................................................ 68
5.3 Regulating the Speed ............................................. 69
5.4 Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension ...................... 69
5.5 Editing Stitch Patterns ............................................ 70
Changing the Stitch Width ......................................... 70
Changing the Stitch Length ........................................ 70
Correcting the Balance ............................................... 70
Programming Pattern Repeat ....................................... 71
Mirror Image of Stitch Patterns ..................................... 71
Edit Stitch Pattern Length ............................................. 71
Programming the Stitch Counter Function .................... 72
Sewing Stitch Patterns Using the Triple Stitch ............... 72
Quick Reverse .............................................................. 72
Permanent Quick Reverse ............................................. 72
Backstepping ............................................................... 73
5.6 Combining Stitch Patterns ....................................... 73
Overview Combi Mode ................................................ 73
Creating Stitch Pattern Combinations ........................... 73
Saving a stitch pattern combination ............................. 74
Loading a Stitch Pattern Combination .......................... 74
Overwriting a Stitch Pattern Combination ..................... 74
Deleting a Stitch Pattern Combination .......................... 74
Editing a Single Stitch Pattern ....................................... 75
Deleting a Single Stitch Pattern .................................... 75
Adding a Single Stitch Pattern ...................................... 75
Adapting the Stitch Pattern length and Stitch Pattern
Width .......................................................................... 76
Mirroring a Stitch Pattern Combination ........................ 77
Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 1 ...................... 77
Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 2 ...................... 78
Securing a Stitch Pattern Combination ......................... 78
Programming Pattern Repeat ....................................... 78
5.7 Administering Stitch Patterns .................................. 79
Saving Settings of Stitch Patterns ................................. 79
Saving Stitch Patterns in Personal Memory .................... 79
Overwriting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory . 79
Loading Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory ....... 79
Deleting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory ...... 80
Saving Stitch Patterns on the BERNINA USB Stick .......... 80
Uploading a Stitch Pattern from the BERNINA USB
Stick ............................................................................. 80
Deleting Stitch Patterns from the BERNINA USB Stick .... 81
5.8 Securing Stitches ..................................................... 81
Securing via the Icon «Securing» .................................. 81
Securing with the Button «Pattern End» ....................... 81
5.9 Height Compensation of Uneven Layers .................. 81
5.10 Sewing Corners ...................................................... 82
6 Practical Stitches .................................................. 83
6.1 Overview Practical Stitches ...................................... 83
6.2 Sewing Straight Stitch ............................................. 85
6.3 Securing with the Automatic Securing Program ...... 86
6.4 Sewing in the Zipper ............................................... 86
6.5 Sewing Both Sides of the Zipper from Bottom to
Top ......................................................................... 87

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6.6 Sewing Triple Straight Stitch ................................... 88
6.7 Sewing Triple Zigzag .............................................. 89
6.8 Manual Darning ..................................................... 89
6.9 Automatic Darning ................................................. 91
6.10 Reinforced Darning, Automatic .............................. 92
6.11 Reinforced Darning ................................................ 92
6.12 Finishing Edges ...................................................... 93
6.13 Sewing Double Overlock ........................................ 94
6.14 Narrow Edgestitching ............................................. 94
6.15 Wide Edgestitching ................................................ 94
6.16 Edgestitching Using the Seam Guide ...................... 95
6.17 Sewing Hem Edges ................................................ 95
6.18 Sewing Blind Hems ................................................ 96
6.19 Sewing Visible Hems .............................................. 97
6.20 Sewing Flat Joining Seams ...................................... 98
6.21 Sewing Basting Stitches .......................................... 98
7 Decorative Stitches ............................................. 99
7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches .................................. 99
7.2 Bobbin-Play ............................................................ 100
7.3 Sewing Cross Stitches ............................................ 101
7.4 Pintucks ................................................................. 101
Pintucks ...................................................................... 101
Overview Pintuck Feet ................................................. 102
Working with Cord ..................................................... 103
Sewing Pintucks .......................................................... 104
8 Alphabets ............................................................. 105
8.1 Overview Alphabet ................................................. 105
8.2 Creating Lettering .................................................. 105
8.3 Alter Font Size ........................................................ 106
9 Buttonholes ......................................................... 107
9.1 Overview Buttonholes ............................................ 107
9.2 Making Use of the Height Compensation Tool ....... 108
9.3 Using the Compensation Plate ............................... 108
9.4 Marking Buttonholes .............................................. 109
9.5 Cord ...................................................................... 110
Using Cord with the Buttonhole Foot with Slide#3A .. 110
Using cord with the Buttonhole Foot#3C ................... 111
9.6 Sewing a Test Sample ............................................ 112
9.7 Determining the Buttonhole Slit Width ................... 112
9.8 Determining the Buttonhole Length with the
Buttonhole Foot with Slide#3A .............................. 113
9.9 Determining the buttonhole length with Buttonhole
Foot #3C ............................................................... 113
9.10 Sewing a Buttonhole Automatically ......................... 114
9.11 Programming the Heirloom Buttonhole ................... 115
9.12 Sewing the manual 7-step buttonhole with the
Buttonhole Foot #3C ............................................. 115
9.13 Sewing the Manual 5-step Buttonhole with the
Buttonhole Foot#3C .............................................. 116
9.14 Cutting the Buttonhole Open with the Seam Ripper
................................................................................ 117
9.15 Cutting Open Buttonholes with the Buttonhole
Cutter (Optional Accessory) ..................................... 117
9.16 Sewing on a Button ................................................ 117
9.17 Sewing Eyelets ........................................................ 118
10 Quilting ................................................................. 119
10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches ........................................... 119
10.2 Quilting, Securing Program ..................................... 120
10.3 Sewing Handlook Quilt Stitches .............................. 120
10.4 Guiding the Quilt Work Freely ................................. 121
11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) ......................... 122
11.1 BSR Mode 1 ............................................................ 122
11.2 BSR Mode 2 ............................................................ 122
11.3 BSR Function with Straight Stitch No. 1 ................... 122
11.4 BSR Function with Zigzag No. 2 .............................. 122
11.5 Sewing Preparations for Quilting ............................. 122
Attach the BSR Presser Foot .........................................122
Changing the Presser Foot ...........................................123
11.6 Using the BSR Mode ............................................... 123
11.7 Securing Stitches ..................................................... 124
Securing in BSR1 Mode with the Button «Start/Stop» ...124
Securing in BSR2 Mode ................................................124
12 My BERNINA Embroidery .................................... 126
12.1 Overview Embroidery Module ................................. 126
12.2 Supplied Accessories Embroidery Module ................ 126
Overview Accessory Embroidery Module .......................126
12.3 Overview User Interface .......................................... 128
Overview Functions/Visual Information .........................128
Overview System Settings .............................................128
Overview Selection Menu Embroidery ...........................128

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12.4 Important Embroidery Information ......................... 129
Upper Thread ............................................................. 129
Bobbin Thread ............................................................ 129
Selecting the Embroidery File Format .......................... 130
Embroidery Test .......................................................... 130
The Size of the Embroidery Design .............................. 130
Embroidering Designs by Third-party Providers ............ 130
Underlay Stitches ........................................................ 130
Satin or Leaf Stich ....................................................... 131
Step Stitch .................................................................. 131
Connecting Stitches .................................................... 132
13 Embroidering Preparation .................................. 133
13.1 Attaching the Embroidery Module .......................... 133
13.2 Removing the Embroidery Module ......................... 133
13.3 Preparing the Machine ........................................... 134
Lower the Feed-dog .................................................... 134
Selecting the Embroidery Design ................................. 134
13.4 Embroidery Foot ..................................................... 134
Attaching the Embroidery Foot ................................... 134
Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface ............. 135
13.5 Needle and Stitch Plate .......................................... 136
Inserting the Embroidery Needle ................................. 136
Selecting the Embroidery Needle in the User Interface . 136
Selecting Needle Type and Needle Size ....................... 136
Adjusting the Needle Position Up/Down ...................... 137
Attaching the Stitch Plate ........................................... 137
Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface ............. 138
Thread-up Command ................................................. 138
13.6 Embroidery Hoop ................................................... 138
Overview Embroidery Hoop Selection .......................... 138
Selecting the Embroidery Hoop ................................... 138
Tear-away Stabilizers .................................................. 139
Cut-away Stabilizers ................................................... 139
Using Adhesive Spray .................................................. 139
Using Spray Starch ...................................................... 139
Using iron-on Interfacing ............................................ 139
Using Paper-backed Adhesive Stabilizer ...................... 139
Using Water-soluble Stabilizer ..................................... 140
Preparing the Embroidery Hoop .................................. 140
Attaching the Hoop .................................................... 141
Overview Embroidery Functions .................................. 142
Centering the Needle to the Embroidery Hoop ............ 142
Move Hoop to the Back .............................................. 142
Moving the Module for the Sewing Mode .................. 142
Grid On/Off ................................................................ 143
Locating the Center of the Embroidery Design ............ 143
Virtual Positioning of the Embroidery Hoop ................. 143
14 Setup Program ..................................................... 144
14.1 Adjusting the Embroidery Settings in the Setup
Program .................................................................. 144
15 Creative Embroidering ......................................... 145
15.1 Overview Embroidering ........................................... 145
15.2 Selecting and Changing the Embroidery Design ...... 145
15.3 Checking the Embroidery Time and the Embroidery
Design Size ............................................................. 145
15.4 Regulating the Speed .............................................. 145
15.5 Editing the Embroidery Design ................................ 146
Overview Editing Embroidery Design ............................146
Scaling Up the Embroidery Design View .......................146
Downsizing the Embroidery Design ..............................146
Moving the Embroidery Design View ............................147
Moving the Embroidery Design in Enlarged View ..........147
Moving the Embroidery Design ....................................147
Rotating the Embroidery Design ...................................148
Altering the Embroidery Design Size Proportionally .......148
Altering the Embroidery Design Size Disproportionally ..148
Mirroring Embroidery Designs ......................................149
Changing the Stitch Type .............................................149
Altering the Stitch Density ............................................150
Checking the Size and the Position of the Embroidery
Design .........................................................................150
Duplicating the Embroidery Design ...............................151
Deleting an Embroidery Design ....................................151
15.6 Combining Embroidery Designs .............................. 152
Combining Embroidery Designs ....................................152
Deleting a Single Embroidery Design ............................152
Duplicating a Combination ...........................................152
15.7 Creating Lettering ................................................... 153
Overview Embroidery Alphabets ...................................153
Creating Lettering ........................................................154
Editing the Lettering .....................................................154
15.8 Changing the Colors of the Embroidery Design ....... 155
Overview Changing the Color ......................................155
Changing the Colors ....................................................155
Changing the Thread Brand .........................................155
15.9 Embroidering the Embroidery Design ...................... 156
Overview Embroidery Menu .........................................156
Adding Basting Stitches ................................................156
Moving the Hoop .........................................................156
Embroidery Sequence Control when the Thread Breaks
.....................................................................................157
Cutting Connecting Stitches .........................................157
Reducing Color Changes ..............................................157
Multi-colored Embroidery Design On/Off ......................157

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Color Indication .......................................................... 158
15.10 Freearm Embroidery ............................................... 158
15.11 Administering Embroidery Designs ......................... 159
Administering Embroidery Designs .............................. 159
Saving Embroidery Designs in the Personal Memory .... 159
Saving the Embroidery Design on the BERNINA USB
Stick ........................................................................... 159
Overwriting the Embroidery Design in the Personal
Memory ...................................................................... 160
Overwriting the Embroidery Design on the BERNINA
USB Stick .................................................................... 160
Importing Stitch Patterns ............................................ 160
Loading an Embroidery Design from the Personal
Memory ...................................................................... 161
Loading an Embroidery Design from the BERNINA USB
Stick ........................................................................... 161
Deleting an Embroidery Design from the Personal
Memory ...................................................................... 161
Deleting an Embroidery Design from the BERNINA USB
Stick ........................................................................... 161
16 Embroidery .......................................................... 162
16.1 Embroidering via the Button «Start/Stop» .............. 162
16.2 Increasing the Embroidery Speed ............................ 162
16.3 Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension ...................... 162
16.4 Embroidering via the Foot Control .......................... 163
17 Care and Maintenance ........................................ 164
17.1 Firmware ................................................................ 164
Checking the Firmware Version .................................. 164
Updating Firmware ..................................................... 164
Recovering Saved Data ............................................... 165
17.2 Machine ................................................................. 165
Cleaning the Display ................................................... 165
Cleaning the Feed Dog ............................................... 165
Cleaning the Hook ...................................................... 166
Lubricating the Hook .................................................. 167
Cleaning the Thread Catcher ...................................... 169
18 Errors and Faults ................................................. 170
18.1 Error Messages ....................................................... 170
18.2 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 175
19 Storage and Disposal .......................................... 178
19.1 Storing the Machine ............................................... 178
19.2 Dispose of the Machine .......................................... 178
20 Technical Data ...................................................... 179
21 Overview Stitch Patterns ..................................... 180
21.1 Overview Stitch Patterns ......................................... 180
Practical Stitches ..........................................................180
Buttonholes .................................................................180
Decorative Stitches .......................................................180
Quilt Stitches ................................................................183
21.2 Overview Embroidery Designs ................................. 184
Editing the Embroidery Design .....................................184
Quilt Designs ................................................................184
Embellishment .............................................................189
Flowers ........................................................................193
Children .......................................................................195
Borders and Lace ..........................................................198
Seasons ........................................................................201
Sport and Hobbies .......................................................205
Animals ........................................................................207
Hoops ..........................................................................208
DesignWorks ................................................................209
Index ..................................................................... 212

Important safety instructions
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please be aware of the following basic safety instructions when using your
machine. Before using this machine, read instruction manual carefully.
DANGER
To protect against electric shock, the following instructions must be observed.
• Never leave the machine unattended when it is connected to the power
supply.
• Immediately after use and before cleaning, switch off the machine and
disconnect the power cable from the outlet.
In order to protect against injury, the following instructions must be adhered to.
• Do not look directly into the LED lamp with optical instruments
(e.g.magnifying glass).
• If the LED lamp is damaged or defective, have the LED lamp checked or
repaired at your local authorized BERNINA dealer.
• Switch off the machine before working in the needle area.
• Before starting the machine, close all covers.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock or injury to persons, the following
instructions must be observed.
General Facts
• This machine may only be used for the purpose described in this instruction
manual.
Working Environment
• Do not use the machine outdoors.
• Only use the machine in dry rooms.
• Do not use the machine in a humid area.
• Do not use the machine in rooms where aerosol products (sprays) are being
used.
• Do not use the machine in rooms where oxygen is dispensed.
Technical Condition
• Never use the machine when it is damp.
• Do not use the machine if it is not working properly.

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• Do not use the machine if a cable or the plug is damaged.
• Do not use the machine if it has been dropped, damaged or has fallen into
water.
• If the machine is damaged or does not work properly, have the machine
checked or repaired by your local authorized BERNINA dealer.
• Keep all ventilation openings of the machine and the foot control free of
lint, dust and loose cloth.
• Do not use the machine if the ventilation openings are blocked.
Accessories and Supplies
• Only use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
• Always use the original BERNINA Stitch Plate.
An incorrect stitch plate can result in needle breakage.
• Use only straight needles of good quality.
Bent or damaged needles can cause needle breakage.
• This machine is double-insulated (except for USA, Canada and Japan).
Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of
double-insulated products.
• To lubricate the machine, only use oil recommended by BERNINA.
Safety Instructions
• While operating the machine, all protective inserts must be in place and all
covers must be closed.
Appropriate Use
• The machine may be used, cleaned and maintained by children older than
eight or by people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or if
there is a lack of experience and knowledge as long as they have been given
instructions.
• Furthermore, these persons must be supervised while working with the
machine, and/or they must know the safe operation of the machine and be
aware of the resulting hazards.
• Children are not allowed to play with the system.
• Special care should be taken when the machine is operated by or in the
presence of children.
• Only use the machine with the supplied power cable.
• USA and Canada only: Do not connect power plug NEMA 1-15 to circuits
exceeding 150 volt-to-ground.
• Only use this machine with the supplied foot control of type LV-1.
• Do not insert any objects into the openings of the machine.

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• Do not place any objects on the foot control.
• While sewing, guide the fabric gently.
Pulling and pushing the fabric can cause needle breakage.
• Keep fingers away from all moving parts.
• Special care is required in the needle area.
• For activities in the needle area - such as threading the needle, changing the
needle, threading the looper or changing the presser foot - switch off the
machine.
• To switch off, set the power switch to «0».
• When protective covers are removed, when the machine is oiled or when
other cleaning and maintenance operations mentioned in this instruction
manual are carried out, switch off the machine and disconnect the power
plug from the outlet.
• Pull the plug out of the outlet by pulling on the plug. Do not pull on the
cable.
Safety Signs on the Machine
Safety signs Purpose
CAUTION
Moving Parts!
To reduce risk of
injury.
Switch off
before servicing.
ATTENTION
Pièces en rotation!
Pour rèduire les risques de
blessure.
Dèconnecter avant toute
opération d‘entretien.
Caution; moving parts.
To reduce the risk of injury, switch off the machine
before maintenance work.

Important Information
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Important Information
Availability of the Instruction Manual
The instruction manual is supplied with the machine.
• Keep the instruction manual safe at a suitable place near the machine to have it at hand in case that you
need to look up something.
• If you pass the machine to a third party, always include the instruction manual.
• The latest version of the instruction manual can be downloaded at www.bernina.com
Proper Use
Your BERNINA machine is conceived and designed for private household use. It is intended for sewing fabrics
and other materials as described in this instruction manual. Any other use is not considered proper. BERNINA
assumes no liability for consequences resulting from improper use.
Equipment and Scope of Delivery
Example images are used in these instructions for the purposes of illustration. The machines shown in the
images and the accessories shown therefore do not always match the actual items included with your
machine. The supplied accessory can vary depending on the country of delivery. You can acquire any
accessories mentioned or shown that are not included in the scope of delivery as optional accessories from a
specialist BERNINA dealer. Further accessories can be found at www.bernina.com.
For technical reasons and in order to improve the product, changes may be made to the equipment of the
machine and the scope of delivery at any time and without prior notice.
Maintenance of 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.
Environmental Protection
BERNINA International AG is committed to environmental protection. We strive to minimize the
environmental impact of our products by continuously improving product design and our technology of
manufacturing.
The machine is labeled with the symbol of the crossed-out wastebin. This means that the machine should
not be disposed of in household waste when it is no longer needed. Improper disposal can result in
dangerous substances getting into the groundwater and thus into our food chain, damaging our health.
The machine must be returned free of charge to a nearby collection point for waste electrical and electronic
equipment or to a collection point for the reuse of the machine. Information on the collection points can be
obtained from your local administration. When purchasing a new machine, the dealer is obliged to take back
the old machine free of charge and dispose of it properly.
If the machine contains personal data, you are responsible for deleting the data yourself before returning the
machine.

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Explanation of Symbols
DANGER Designates a danger with a high risk which can lead to serious injuries or even death unless it is avoided.
WARNING Designates a medium-risk hazard which can lead to serious injuries if not avoided.
CAUTION Designates a low-risk hazard which can lead to minor or moderate injuries if not avoided.
NOTICE Designates a hazard which can lead to material damage if not avoided.
Tips from BERNINA quilt experts can be found next to this symbol.

My BERNINA
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1 My BERNINA
1.1 Introduction
The purposes of your BERNINA 570 QE are sewing, embroidering and quilting. Delicate silk or satin fabrics as
well as heavyweight linen, fleece and denim can be sewn without any problems with this machine.
Numerous practical as well as decorative stitches, buttonholes and embroidery designs are at your disposal.
In addition to this instruction manual, following Help Programs are provided at any time to give you useful
advice and support how to operate your BERNINA 570 QE.
The Tutorial gives information and explanations about various aspects of sewing and embroidering as well
as the different stitches.
The Creative Consultant informs you about decision support for sewing projects. After entering the choice
of fabric and the intended sewing project, suggestions concerning the suitable needle or the appropriate
presser foot are displayed.
The Help Program provides information about individual stitch patterns, functions and operations in the
User Interface.
Further Information
In addition to this instruction manual for your BERNINA 570 QE, further informative print media are
enclosed.
The current version of your manual as well as many other information about the machine and the accessories
can be found on our website https://www.bernina.com
1.2 BERNINA Quality Control
All BERNINA machines are assembled with utmost care and are subjected to an extensive functionality test.
The integrated stitch counter therefore indicates that the machine has already sewn stitches, which were
performed exclusively for test purposes and quality control. The subsequent thorough cleaning does not
exclude the possibility that thread remnants may still be found in the machine.
1.3 Welcome to the World of BERNINA
Made to create, this is the slogan of BERNINA. Not only with our machines do we support you in the
implementation of your ideas. In addition to the offers listed below, we offer you lots of suggestions and
instructions for your future projects as well as the opportunity to exchange ideas with other sewing, quilting
and embroidery enthusiasts. We wish you lots of pleasure.
BERNINA YouTube Channel
On YouTube we offer a wide range of how-to videos and support concerning the most important functions
of our machines. You can also find detailed explanations many presser feet, meaning that your projects will
be a complete success.
https://www.youtube.com/BerninaInternational
Available in English and German.
inspiration – the Sewing Magazine in the Online Shop
Are you looking for ideas, sewing patterns and instructions for great sewing projects? In this case, the
BERNINA magazine «inspiration» is exactly what you need. Three times a year, inspiration offers fantastic
sewing and embroidery ideas. From seasonal fashion trends to trendy accessories and practical tips to
original decorations for your home or cute sewing ideas for children.

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The magazine is available in English, German, Dutch, and French.
In our online shop you can purchase "inspiration" as an e-magazine or as a print version, either as individual
issues or as a subscription. Furthermore, there are many individual downloadable cutting patterns to
discover! Please have a look at https://www.bernina.com/inspiration
BERNINA Blog
Subtle instructions, free cutting patterns and embroidery designs as well as many new ideas: All this you can
find in the weekly blog of BERNINA. Our experts give useful tips and explain step by step how you can
achieve the desired result. In the community you can upload your own projects and exchange experiences
and ideas with other sewing and embroidering enthusiasts.
https://www.bernina.com/blog
Available in English, German, Dutch and French.
BERNINA Social Media
Follow on social networks to learn more about events, thrilling projects as well as tips and tricks all about
sewing, quilting and embroidering. We will keep you informed and we are looking forward to presenting
you the one or the other highlight from the world of BERNINA.
https://www.bernina.com/social-media

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1.4 Overview Machine
Overview Front Controls
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1 «Quick Reverse» 6 «Needle position Up/Down»
2 «Thread Cutter» 7 «Upper Multi-function Knob»
3 «Presser Foot Up/Down» 8 «Lower Multi-function Knob»
4 «Start/Stop» 9 «Needle Position Right/Left»
5 «Pattern End»

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Overview - Front
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1 Connection for Embroidery Module 8 Speed Control
2 Bobbin Cover 9 Thread Take-up Lever Cover
3 Connection for Accessory (Optional Accessory) 10 Thread Take-up Lever
4 Presser Foot 11 Thread Cutter
5 Needle Threader 12 Fixing Screw
6 Sewing Light 13 Connection for Slide-on Table
7 Thread Cutter 14 Connection for Free Hand System

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Overview - Side Panel
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1 Connection for Foot Control 7 Retractable Spool Pin
2 Feed Dog Up/Down 8 Air Vents
3 PC-Connection 9 Handwheel
4 USB Port 10 Power Switch
5 Spool Pin 11 Connection for Power Cable
6 Bobbin Winding Unit 12 Magnetic Holder for Touchscreen Pen

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Overview - Back Panel
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1 Air Vents 9 Bobbin Winding Unit
2 Connection for Slide-on Table 10 Bobbin Winder Pretension
3 Connection for Darning Hoop 11 Thread Take-up Lever
4 BERNINA Dual Feed 12 Thread Guide
5 Carrying Handle 13 Thread Cutter
6 Spool Pin 14 BSR Connection
7 Thread Guide Eye 15 Feed Dog
8 Retractable Spool Pin 16 Stitch Plate

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1.5 Supplied Accessories
Overview Accessories Machine
Illustration Name Purpose
Dust Cover To protect the machine from
dust and contamination.
BERNINA Accessories Box To store the supplied accessories
as well as optional accessories.
Free Hand System (FHS) To raise and lower the presser
foot.
Slide-On Table To increase the sewing surface.
Seam Guide for Slide-On Table To support wide topstitching of
edges.
Spool Cap To support the regular
unwinding of the thread from
the spool.
Bobbin for B9 Hook
Set of 4
To wind the bobbin thread.
Foam Pad
2 pieces
The foam pad prevents the
thread from slipping, tangling or
breaking on the spool pin.