Bernina 735 User manual

BERNINA735
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. As for
me, it is a matter of personal concern to offer you Swiss development and precision at the height of
perfection, future-orientated sewing technology and a comprehensive customer service.
The BERNINA 7-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 the creative sewing, embroidering and quilting on your new BERNINA 735 and keep informed about
the various 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 ........................................ 11
1 My BERNINA ......................................................... 13
1.1 Introduction ............................................................ 13
1.2 BERNINA Quality Control ........................................ 13
1.3 Welcome to the World of BERNINA ........................ 13
1.4 Overview Machine .................................................. 15
Overview front controls ............................................... 15
Overview front ............................................................ 16
Overview sideways ...................................................... 17
Overview - Back Panel ................................................. 18
1.5 Supplied Accessories ............................................... 19
Overview Accessories Machine .................................... 19
Overview Presser Feet .................................................. 21
Accessory box ............................................................. 22
1.6 Overview User Interface .......................................... 23
Overview functions/visual information ......................... 23
Overview System settings ............................................ 23
Overview selection menu sewing ................................. 23
Software Operation ..................................................... 24
1.7 Needle, Thread, Fabric ............................................ 26
Overview Needles ........................................................ 26
Example for Needle Description ................................... 29
Thread Selection ......................................................... 29
Needle/Thread Combination ........................................ 29
2 Sewing Preparation ............................................. 30
2.1 Before Using the Machine for the First Time ............ 30
2.2 Accessories Box ...................................................... 30
Accessory box free standing ........................................ 30
Storing accessories ...................................................... 30
2.3 Connection and Switching On ................................ 31
Connecting the Foot Control ....................................... 31
Connecting the Machine ............................................. 31
Attaching the Knee Lifter of the Free Hand System ...... 32
Fixing the Touch Screen Pen ........................................ 32
Switching the Machine On .......................................... 32
2.4 Foot Control ........................................................... 33
Regulating the Speed via the Foot Control .................. 33
Raising/Lowering the needle ........................................ 33
2.5 Spool Pin ................................................................ 33
Swiveling Spool Pin ..................................................... 33
Horizontal Spool Pin ................................................... 34
2.6 Feed Dog ............................................................... 35
Adjusting the Feed Dog .............................................. 35
2.7 Slide-on Table ........................................................ 35
Using the Slide-on Table ............................................. 35
2.8 Presser Foot ........................................................... 35
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position via the Knee Lifter
of the Free Hand System ............................................. 35
Adjusting the Presser Foot Position via the Button
«Presser Foot Up/Down» ............................................ 36
Changing the presser foot .......................................... 36
Selecting the Presser Foot in the User Interface ........... 36
Setting the Presser Foot Pressure ................................ 37
2.9 Needle and Stitch Plate .......................................... 37
Changing the needle .................................................. 37
Selecting the needle in the User Interface ................... 38
Selecting needle type and needle size ......................... 38
Adjusting the Needle Position Up/Down ..................... 38
Adjusting the Needle Position Left/Right ..................... 38
Needle Stop Up/Down (Permanent) ............................ 39
Changing the Stitch Plate ........................................... 39
Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface ............. 40
2.10 Threading .............................................................. 40
Threading the upper thread ........................................ 40
Threading the Twin Needle ......................................... 43
Threading the triple needle ......................................... 43
Winding the bobbin thread ........................................ 44
Threading the Bobbin Thread ..................................... 45
Indicating Fill Level of Bobbin Thread .......................... 46
3 Setup Program .................................................... 47
3.1 Sewing Settings ..................................................... 47
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension ........................... 47
Adjusting the Maximum Sewing Speed ....................... 47
Programming Securing Stitches .................................. 47
Adjusting the hovering height of the presser foot ....... 47
Programming the button «Pattern end» ..................... 48
Programming the button «Thread cutter» .................. 48
Adjusting the presser foot position with needle stop
down ......................................................................... 49
Programming the button «Quick reverse» .................. 49
Programming the button «Securing» .......................... 49
3.2 Embroidery Settings ............................................... 50
Adjusting the Upper Thread Tension ........................... 50
Adjusting the Maximum Embroidering Speed ............. 50
Centering or opening embroidery motifs in the original
position ...................................................................... 50

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Calibrating the embroidery hoop ................................. 50
Entering the fabric thickness ....................................... 51
Activating/Deactivating the function thread away ........ 51
Programming the securing stitches .............................. 51
Adjusting the thread cut ............................................. 52
Changing the measuring unit ...................................... 53
3.3 Selecting personal settings ...................................... 53
3.4 Monitoring Functions .............................................. 53
Activating the Upper Thread Indicator ......................... 53
Activating the Bobbin Thread Indicator ........................ 53
3.5 Activating the audio signals .................................... 54
3.6 Machine Settings .................................................... 54
Selecting a language ................................................... 54
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display ....................... 55
Adjusting the Sewing Light ......................................... 55
Calibrating the Display ................................................ 55
Back to Basic Setting ................................................... 55
Deleting user data ....................................................... 56
Deleting motifs on the BERNINA USB Stick .................. 56
Calibrating the Buttonhole Foot #3A ........................... 56
Packing the embroidery module .................................. 56
Reviewing the total number of stitches ........................ 57
Registering details of the dealer .................................. 57
Saving Service data ..................................................... 58
4 System Settings ................................................... 59
4.1 Calling Up the Tutorial ............................................ 59
4.2 Calling up the Creative Consultant ......................... 59
4.3 Calling up the Embroidery Consultant ..................... 59
4.4 Calling Up the Help ................................................ 59
4.5 Using eco mode ...................................................... 59
4.6 Cancelling Any Alterations with «clr» ..................... 59
5 Creative Sewing ................................................... 60
5.1 Overview selection menu sewing ............................ 60
Selecting a stitch pattern ............................................. 60
5.2 Regulating the Speed .............................................. 60
5.3 Adjusting the upper thread tension ......................... 60
5.4 Editing Stitch Patterns ............................................. 61
Changing the Stitch Width .......................................... 61
Changing the Stitch Length ......................................... 61
Correcting the Balance ................................................ 62
Programming Pattern Repeat ...................................... 62
Mirror Image of Stitch Patterns .................................... 63
Edit Stitch Pattern Length ............................................ 63
Sewing Stitch Patterns Using the Triple Stitch .............. 63
Quick Reverse ............................................................. 63
Permanent Quick Reverse ............................................ 63
Backstepping .............................................................. 63
5.5 Combining stitch patterns ...................................... 64
Overview Combi Mode ............................................... 64
Creating Stitch Pattern Combinations ......................... 64
Saving a Stitch Pattern Combination ........................... 64
Loading a Stitch Pattern Combination ......................... 65
Overwriting a Stitch Pattern Combination ................... 65
Deleting a Stitch Pattern Combination ........................ 65
Editing a Single Stitch Pattern ..................................... 65
Deleting a Single Stitch Pattern ................................... 66
Adding a Single Stitch Pattern .................................... 66
Adapting the Stitch Pattern length and Stitch Pattern
Width ......................................................................... 66
Mirroring a Stitch Pattern Combination ...................... 67
Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 1 ..................... 68
Stitch Pattern Combination Subdivider 2 ..................... 68
Securing a Stitch Pattern Combination ........................ 68
Programming Pattern Repeat ...................................... 68
5.6 Administering Stitch Patterns ................................. 69
Saving Settings of Stitch Patterns ................................ 69
Calling up the previously sewn stitch patterns ............. 69
Saving Stitch Patterns in Personal Memory .................. 69
Overwriting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory 69
Loading Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory ..... 69
Deleting Stitch Patterns from the Personal Memory .... 70
Saving Stitch Patterns on the BERNINA USB Stick ........ 70
Uploading a Stitch Pattern from the BERNINA USB
Stick ........................................................................... 70
Deleting Stitch Patterns from the BERNINA USB Stick .. 71
5.7 Securing Stitches ................................................... 71
Securing a seam with the button «Securing» .............. 71
Securing with the Button «Pattern End» ..................... 71
5.8 Height Compensation of Uneven Layers ................. 71
5.9 Sewing Corners ..................................................... 72
6 Practical Stitches ................................................. 73
6.1 Overview Practical Stitches ..................................... 73
6.2 Sewing straight stitch ............................................ 75
6.3 Securing with the automatic Securing Program ...... 76
6.4 Sewing in the zipper .............................................. 76
6.5 Sewing both sides of the zipper from bottom to top
.............................................................................. 77
6.6 Sewing Triple Straight stitch ................................... 78
6.7 Sewing Triple zig zag ............................................. 78
6.8 Manual Darning ..................................................... 79
6.9 Automatic darning ................................................. 80
6.10 Reinforced Darning, Automatic .............................. 81
6.11 Reinforced Darning ................................................ 82

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6.12 Finishing edges ....................................................... 82
6.13 Sewing Double overlock ......................................... 83
6.14 Narrow edgestitching ............................................. 83
6.15 Wide edgestitching ................................................. 83
6.16 Edgestitching using the seam guide ........................ 84
6.17 Sewing hem edges ................................................. 84
6.18 Sewing blind hems ................................................. 85
6.19 Sewing visible hems ................................................ 86
6.20 Sewing flat joining seams ....................................... 86
6.21 Sewing Basting Stitches .......................................... 87
7 Decorative Stitches .............................................. 88
7.1 Overview Decorative Stitches .................................. 88
7.2 Bobbin-Play ............................................................ 89
7.3 Altering the stitch density ....................................... 89
7.4 Sewing cross stitches .............................................. 90
7.5 Pintucks .................................................................. 91
Pintucks ...................................................................... 91
Overview Pintuck Feet ................................................. 91
Working with Cord ..................................................... 92
Sewing Pintucks .......................................................... 93
8 Alphabets ............................................................. 94
8.1 Overview Alphabet ................................................. 94
8.2 Creating Lettering ................................................... 94
9 Buttonholes .......................................................... 96
9.1 Overview Buttonholes ............................................. 96
9.2 Making Use of the Height Compensation Tool ........ 97
9.3 Using the Compensation Plate ................................ 98
9.4 Marking Buttonholes .............................................. 98
9.5 Cord ....................................................................... 99
Using Cord with the Buttonhole Foot with Slide#3A ... 99
Using cord with the Buttonhole Foot#3 ...................... 100
9.6 Sewing a Test Sample ............................................. 101
9.7 Determining the Buttonhole Slit Width ................... 101
9.8 Determining the buttonhole length with the
Buttonhole Foot with Slide#3A .............................. 102
9.9 Determining the buttonhole length with Buttonhole
Foot#3 ................................................................... 102
9.10 Sewing a buttonhole automatically ......................... 103
9.11 Programming the Heirloom Buttonhole ................... 103
9.12 Sewing the manual 7-step buttonhole .................... 104
9.13 Sewing the manual 5-step buttonhole ................... 104
9.14 Cutting the Buttonhole Open with the Seam Ripper
.............................................................................. 105
9.15 Cutting Open Buttonholes with the Buttonhole
Cutter (Optional Accessory) ................................... 106
9.16 Sewing on buttons ................................................ 106
9.17 Sewing eyelets ....................................................... 107
10 Quilting ................................................................ 108
10.1 Overview Quilt Stitches .......................................... 108
10.2 Quilting, Securing Program .................................... 108
10.3 Sewing handlook quilt stitches ............................... 109
10.4 Guiding the Quilt Work Freely ................................ 109
11 BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) ........................ 111
11.1 BSR Mode 1 ........................................................... 111
11.2 BSR Mode 2 ........................................................... 111
11.3 BSR Function with Straight Stitch No. 1 .................. 111
11.4 BSR Function with Zigzag No. 2 ............................. 111
11.5 Sewing Preparations for Quilting ............................ 111
Attach the BSR presser foot ........................................ 111
Changing the Presser Foot .......................................... 112
11.6 Using the BSR Mode .............................................. 112
11.7 Securing Stitches ................................................... 113
Securing in BSR1 Mode with the Button «Start/Stop» . 113
Securing in BSR2 Mode .............................................. 113
12 My BERNINA Embroidery ................................... 114
12.1 Overview Embroidery module ................................ 114
12.2 Supplied Accessories Embroidery Module ............... 115
Overview Accessory Embroidery Module ..................... 115
12.3 Overview User Interface ......................................... 116
Overview functions/visual information ........................ 116
Overview System settings ........................................... 116
Overview Selection Menu Embroidery ......................... 117
12.4 Important Embroidery Information ......................... 117
Upper Thread ............................................................. 117
Bobbin Thread ............................................................ 117
Choosing the Embroidery Design ................................ 118
Selecting the Embroidery File Format .......................... 118
Embroidery Test .......................................................... 118
The Size of the Embroidery Design .............................. 118
Embroidering Designs by Third-party Providers ............ 118
Underlay Stitches ........................................................ 119
Satin or Leaf Stich ....................................................... 119
Step Stitch .................................................................. 119
Connecting Stitches .................................................... 120

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13 Embroidery preparation ...................................... 121
13.1 Attaching the Module ............................................. 121
13.2 Preparing the Machine ............................................ 121
Lowering the feed dog ................................................ 121
Selecting an embroidery motif ..................................... 122
13.3 Embroidery Foot ..................................................... 122
Attaching the embroidery foot .................................... 122
Selecting the Stitch Plate in the User Interface ............. 122
13.4 Needle and Stitch Plate ........................................... 123
Inserting the embroidery needle .................................. 123
Selecting the embroidery needle in the User Interface . 123
Selecting needle type and needle size .......................... 124
Attaching the stitch plate ............................................ 124
Selecting the stitch plate in the User Interface ............. 125
Thread-up Command .................................................. 125
13.5 Embroidery Hoops .................................................. 126
Overview Embroidery Hoop Selection .......................... 126
Selecting the Embroidery Hoop ................................... 126
Tear-away Stabilizers ................................................... 126
Cut-away Stabilizers .................................................... 126
Using Adhesive Spray .................................................. 126
Using Spray Starch ...................................................... 127
Using Iron-on Interfacing ............................................. 127
Using Paper-backed Adhesive Stabilizer ....................... 127
Using Water-soluble Stabilizer ..................................... 127
Preparing the Embroidery Hoop .................................. 127
Attaching the Hoop .................................................... 128
Overview Embroidery functions ................................... 129
Centering the Needle to the Embroidery Hoop ............ 129
Move Hoop to the Back .............................................. 129
Moving the Module for the Sewing Mode ................... 129
Grid On/Off ................................................................. 130
Locating the Center of the Embroidery Design ............ 130
Virtual Positioning of the Embroidery Hoop ................. 130
14 Setup Program ..................................................... 131
14.1 Adjusting the Embroidery Settings in the Setup
Program ................................................................. 131
15 Creative Embroidering ........................................ 132
15.1 Overview Embroidering ........................................... 132
15.2 Selecting and Changing the Embroidery Design ...... 132
15.3 Checking the Embroidery Time and the Embroidery
Design Size ............................................................. 132
15.4 Regulating the Speed .............................................. 132
15.5 Editing the Embroidery Design ................................ 133
Overview Editing embroidery motif ............................. 133
Scaling Up the Embroidery Design View ...................... 133
Downsizing the Embroidery Design ............................. 133
Moving the Embroidery Design View .......................... 133
Moving the Embroidery Design in Enlarged View ........ 134
Moving the Embroidery Design ................................... 134
Rotating the Embroidery Design ................................. 134
Altering the Embroidery Design Size Proportionally ..... 135
Altering the Embroidery Design Size Disproportionally 135
Mirroring Embroidery Designs ..................................... 136
Changing the Stitch Type ........................................... 136
Altering the Stitch Density .......................................... 136
Checking the Size and the Position of the Embroidery
Design ........................................................................ 137
Deleting an Embroidery Design ................................... 137
Changing the sequence within an embroidery motif
combination ............................................................... 137
Grouping embroidery motifs ....................................... 138
15.6 Pinpoint Placement ................................................ 139
Positioning of grid points ............................................ 139
Free point positioning ................................................. 139
15.7 Combining Embroidery Designs ............................. 140
Combining Embroidery Designs .................................. 140
Deleting a Single Embroidery Design ........................... 141
Duplicating the embroidery motif ............................... 141
Duplicating a combination .......................................... 142
15.8 Creating Lettering .................................................. 142
Overview embroidery alphabets .................................. 142
Creating Lettering ...................................................... 143
15.9 Changing the Colors of the Embroidery Design ...... 143
Overview Changing the Color ..................................... 143
Changing the colors ................................................... 144
Changing the Thread Brand ........................................ 144
15.10 Embroidering the Embroidery Design ..................... 144
Overview Embroidery menu ........................................ 144
Adding Basting Stitches .............................................. 144
Moving the Hoop ....................................................... 145
Embroidery Sequence Control when the Thread Breaks
................................................................................... 145
Cutting Connecting Stitches ....................................... 145
Reducing Color Changes ............................................ 145
Multi-colored Embroidery Design On/Off .................... 146
Color Indication .......................................................... 146
15.11 Freearm Embroidery ............................................... 146
15.12 Administering Embroidery Designs ......................... 147
Administering Embroidery Designs .............................. 147
Saving Embroidery Designs in the Personal Memory .... 147
Saving the Embroidery Design on the BERNINA USB
Stick ........................................................................... 147
Overwriting the Embroidery Design in the Personal
Memory ..................................................................... 147
Overwriting the Embroidery Design on the BERNINA
USB Stick .................................................................... 148
Importing Stitch Patterns ............................................ 148

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Loading an Embroidery Design from the Personal
Memory ...................................................................... 148
Loading an Embroidery Design from the BERNINA USB
Stick ............................................................................ 149
Deleting an Embroidery Design from the Personal
Memory ...................................................................... 149
Deleting an Embroidery Design from the BERNINA USB
Stick ............................................................................ 149
16 Embroidery ........................................................... 150
16.1 Embroidering via the Button «Start/Stop» ............... 150
16.2 Increasing the Embroidery Speed ............................ 150
16.3 Adjusting the upper thread tension ......................... 150
16.4 Embroidering via the Foot Control .......................... 151
17 Care and Maintenance ........................................ 152
17.1 Firmware ................................................................ 152
Checking the firmware version .................................... 152
Updating firmware ...................................................... 152
Recovering saved data ................................................. 152
17.2 Machine ................................................................. 153
Cleaning the Display ................................................... 153
Cleaning the Feed Dog ................................................ 153
Cleaning the Hook ...................................................... 154
Lubricating the Hook ................................................... 154
Cleaning the thread catcher ........................................ 156
18 Errors and Faults .................................................. 157
18.1 Error messages ....................................................... 157
18.2 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 162
19 Storage and Disposal ........................................... 165
19.1 Storing the Machine ............................................... 165
19.2 Dispose of the Machine .......................................... 165
20 Technical data ...................................................... 166
21 Overview Stitch Patterns .................................... 167
21.1 Overview Stitch Patterns ......................................... 167
Practical Stitches ......................................................... 167
Buttonholes ................................................................ 167
Decorative Stitches ...................................................... 167
Quilt Stitches ............................................................... 169
21.2 Overview Embroidery Desings ................................. 170
Editing the Embroidery Design .................................... 170
Embellishment ............................................................ 170
Quilt motifs ................................................................. 173
Projects ....................................................................... 176
Borders and Lace ......................................................... 177
Children ...................................................................... 179
Seasons ....................................................................... 182
Sport and hobbies ...................................................... 186
Flowers ....................................................................... 188
DesignWorks .............................................................. 190
Borders ....................................................................... 193
Animals ...................................................................... 195
Index .................................................................... 197

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.
• 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.

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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.
• 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.
Servicing 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.

Important Information
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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 sewing experts are found next to this symbol.

My BERNINA
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1 My BERNINA
1.1 Introduction
The purposes of your BERNINA 735 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 735.
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 kind of
fabric and the desired sewing project, suggestions concerning the suitable needle or the appropriate presser
foot are displayed.
The Embroidery Consultant informs you about decision support for embroidery projects. After entering the
desired embroidery project and the fabric, suggestions for the suitable needle and the suitable embroidery
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 735, 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.
www.youtube.com/BerninaInternational
Available in English and German.
“inspiration” - the creative sewing magazine and online store with cutting patterns
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.
The magazine is available in English, German, Dutch, and French.

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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! Why not take a look at inspiration.bernina.com and follow us on Instagram
(inspiration.sewing.magazin).
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.
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.
www.bernina.com/social-media
BERNINA App
Download the BERNINA App from the App Store to your smartphone and enjoy direct access to all product
information. The accessory organizer gives you an overview of your accessories and those you still would like
to have. Furthermore, you have direct access to the customer portal, the blog and the “inspiration” online
store, and you can always find an authorized specialist dealer near you. The app is available in the Apple App
Store and the Google Play Store. You will find direct links at: www.bernina.com/app

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1.4 Overview Machine
Overview front controls
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1 «Quick Reverse» 7 «Pattern Begin»
2 «Thread Cutter» 8 «Needle position Up/Down»
3 «Presser Foot Up/Down» 9 «Upper Multi-function Knob»
4 «Start/Stop» 10 «Lower Multi-function Knob»
5 «Pattern End» 11 «Needle Position Right/Left»
6 «Securing Stitches»

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

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

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Overview - Back Panel
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1 Connection for Slide-on Table 8 Carry Handle
2 Connection for Darning Hoop 9 Bobbin Winder Pretension
3 BSR Connection 10 Thread Take-Up Lever
4 Connection for Accessory (optional accessory) 11 Thread Guide
5 Air Vents 12 Thread Cutter
6 Thread Guide 13 Feed Dog
7 Bobbin Winding Unit 14 Stitch Plate

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1.5 Supplied Accessories
You will find further information and application tips on the supplied and optional accessories at: https://
www.bernina.com/735#!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.
Straight and CutWork Stitch
Plate
To sew straight stitches and for
CutWork.
Spool Cap To support the regular
unwinding of the thread from
the spool.
Bobbin for B9 Hook
Set of 5
To wind the bobbin thread.
Foam Pad
2 pieces
The foam pad prevents the
thread from slipping, tangling or
breaking on the spool pin.
Touchscreen Pen For precise operation of the
touch screen.

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Illustration Name Purpose
Seam Ripper To undo seams and to cut
buttonholes open.
Height Compensating Tool To level an angled position of
the presser foot sole when
sliding over thick seams.
Needle Assortment For any common applications.
Right Seam Guide To align regular seam distances.
Screwdriver Torx, gray To change the needle.
Screwdriver red (slot) To loosen and tighten slotted
screws.
Angular Torx Wrench Torx To open the headframe.
Brush/Needle Inserter To clean the feed dog and the
looper area.
Sewing Machine Oil To oil the machine.
Power Cable To connect the machine with the
power supply system.
Foot Control To start and stop the machine.
To control the sewing speed.