Bernina 430 Instruction Manual

Dear «aurora» CustomerBERNINA has added another great sewing and embroidery computer to the very successful aurora product line. The new aurora 450 ha

10Setting up the sewing computerPower switch / Power cableThe power cable• plug A into sewing computer• plug B into wall socketFoot control cable•

11Setting up the sewing computerFree Hand System (FHS) presser foot lifterRaising and lowering the presser foot • knee-operated presser foot lever to

12Setting up the sewing computerThreading the upper threadAttaching the thread spool• raise the needle and presser foot• turn the power switch to «0

13Setting up the sewing computerThreading the Double NeedleThreading the First Thread• place thread spool on horizontal spool pin and thread• guide

14Setting up the sewing computerThread cutterThread cutter on head frame• pull both threads from front to back over the cutter• the threads release

15Setting up the sewing computerInserting the bobbinClockwise turning of the bobbinThe bobbin must turn clockwise.Inserting the bobbinInsert the bobbi

16Setting up the sewing computerRemoving the needle• raise the needle• turn power switch to «0» (off)• lower the presser foot• loosen the needle c

17Setting up the sewing computerThread tensionThe basic setting• is indicated when the red line on the tension adjustment wheel is in line with the m

18Important facts about thread and needlesImportant facts about thread and needleWith the right combination of thread and needle optimum sewing result

19Important facts about thread and needlesNeedle size60 –10070–9090–10080–11060–9075–9075–9075-9080–100100–12010070–10080ModelNormal point, slightly r

2Safety instructionsIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !DANGERTo reduce the risk of electrical shock:1. An appliance should never be left unattended when

20Stitch plate, feed-dog and fabric feedFeed dogButton on handwheel sideStitch plateStitch plate markings• the stitch plates are marked with vertical

21Stitch plate, feed-dog and fabric feedFeed dog and fabric feed with height compensating toolFeed dog and sewing cornersThe feed dog works accurately

22Presser foot pressure and BalanceBalanceBalance for practical and decorative stitchesStitch formation too long Stitch formation too close Desired st

23Screen display16 Mirror image: left / right17 Pattern begin/Pattern end18 Continuous reverse sewing19 Securing function20 BSR: Bernina Stitch R

24FunctionsFunction buttonsStitch width• left button = narrows the stitch width• right button = widens the stitch width• keep button pressed = quic

25FunctionsReverse sewing quick reverse:• press the button• sews in reverse until the button is released• programs buttonholes• programs darning l

26Functions - MemoryMemoryAny combination of 90 (aurora 440 QE) or 60 (aurora 430 / 450) stitches, letters or numbers can be saved in Memory, which is

27Functions - MemoryExample A:Sewing a stitch combination conti-nuously• press the -button • select stitch, e.g. No. 155 (440) or 126 (430)• press

28Functions - MemoryOpen Memory• press the -button• the cursor on the left and the available number of empty memory spaces (e.g. 60) start to blink

29Functions - MemoryCorrections in MemoryThe contents of the Memory remain saved even when the sewing computer is disconnected from the electrical sup

Applications 30 - 56 Stitch selection 430 / 440 QE / 450 30-32 Temporary altered stitch memory 33 Application of practical stitches, Quilt st

Stitch selectionVari-overlockPrimarily for fine jerseys, stretch overlock seams and hemsRunning stitchMost types of fabric. Mending, patching, reinfor

31Application of practical stitchesHand-look buttonhole Light- to mediumweight woven fabrics. Blouses, dresses, leisure wear, beddingStretch overlockM

aurora 450Round buttonholeFor medium- to heavyweight fabrics of all types. Clothing, jackets, coats, rainwearNarrow zig-zag eyeletOpening for cords an

33Temporary altered stitch MemoryTemporary altered stitch Memory• for all types of stitches and materials• altered stitch length, stitch width and n

34Practical stitches - ApplicationStraight StitchStitch:Needle:Thread:Feed dog:Presser foot:Straight stitch No. 1size and type suitable for the fabric

35Practical stitches - ApplicationOuter edges• place edge of fold against the guide on the Blindstitch foot• select needle position at desired dista

36Practical stitches - Application430: Darning program No. 18440 QE: Darning program No. 20 450: Darning program No. 22 size and type suitable f

37Practical stitches - ApplicationStraight stitch No. 1size and type suitable for the fabric selecteddarning threaddownDarning foot No. 9 Manual darni

38Practical stitches - ApplicationZig-zag StitchStitch:Needle:Thread:Feed dog:Presser foot:Zig-zag stitch No. 2size and type suitable for the fabric s

39Practical stitches - ApplicationStretch Overlock SeamStitch:Needle:Thread:Feed dog:Presser foot:440 QE: Stretch overlock No. 23450: Stretch overlo

4Key to signs427 28Helpful tips!Additional informa- tion on the corres- ponding subject you will find on the relevant page.Key to signsSuppleme

40Practical stitches - ApplicationDouble overlock No. 8size and type suitable for the fabric selectedcotton or polyesterup430 / 440 QE: Reverse patte

41Practical stitches - ApplicationZipperStraight stitch No. 1size and type suitable for the fabric selectedcotton or polyesterupZipper foot No. 4Zippe

42Practical stitches - Application430: Basting stitch No. 19440 QE: Basting stitch No. 21450: Basting stitch No. 24size and type suitable for the f

43Decorative stitches - Application B A• every stitch can be combined with different functions• more than one function can be used

44Decorative stitches - ApplicationHand-look quilt stitch430: Quilt stitch No. 49440 QE: Quilt stitch No. 44, No. 60, No. 61 450: Quilt stitch N

45BSR foot - Application Stitch:Needle: Thread:Feed dog: Presser foot:Freehand quilting with BSRStraight stitch No. 1size and type suitable for the f

46BSR foot - Application• attach the desired presser foot sole to the BSR presser foot• removing sole: press both buttons (see arrows) on each side

47BSR foot - Application1. With the foot control• plug in the foot control• lower the presser foot• start the BSR mode by pressing the foot control

48ButtonholesButtonholes - Important information aurora 430 / 440 QEThread tension• thread the bobbin thread through the finger of the bobbin case =

49ButtonholesCorrect interfacings or stabilizers for buttonholes• for thick and fluffy fabrics an embroidery stabilizer can be used. The fabric feeds

5AccessoriesAccessoriesStandard accessories:1 5 bobbins (one in bobbin case)2 Needle selection 130/705H3 Seam ripper4 Brush5 Seam guide6 Height

50ButtonholesSecuring the cord• pull the cord through the buttonhole until the loop disappears into the end of it• pull the ends of the cord through

51ButtonholesBalance for automatic and manual buttonholes• any Balance alterations to the manual and auto length buttonholes affect both beads ident

52ButtonholesButtonholes are not only practical closures, they can also be used for a decorative effect.Buttonholes• Select the buttonhole of your ch

1. sew the first bead forward up to the length mark, stop the sewing computer• press the Quick reverse button2. sew reverse straight stitch, stop th

54ButtonholesAutomatic buttonholeStitch:Needle:Thread:Feed dog:Presser foot:Buttonhole (all types)size and type suitable for the fabric selectedcotton

1. sew the straight stitch forward, stop the sewing computer• press the Quick reverse button • «auto» is displayed on the display = buttonhole leng

56Eyelet / Button sew-on programButton sew-on program430: Button sew-on program No. 16440 QE: Button sew-on program No. 17450: Button sew-on progra

57Cleaning and maintenanceCleaningIf the sewing computer is stored in a cold room, it should be brought to a warm room about one hour before use.Clean

58Trouble shootingTrouble shootingIn most cases you will be able to identify and remedy faults by checking the following.Check whether:• the upper an

59Setting up the embroidery computerEmbroideryDetails of the embroidery module23461518871 Embroidery surface 2 Embroidery arm3 Embroidery hoop conn

6AccessoriesAccessory box 430 / 440 QE Accessory box 450• protects from dust and dirt • protects sewing computer when transporting• compartments f

60Standard accessoriesStandard accessoriesLarge oval embroidery hoop (145x255mm)Template for embroidery hoopEmbroidery presser foot No. 26 Embroidery

61Optional accessoriesOptional accessoriesMedium embroidery hoop (100x130mm)Template for medium embroidery hoopSmall embroidery hoop (72x50mm) (for no

62Optional accessoriesConnecting the adapter for free arm embroideryThe adapter is used for embroidering tubular items (sleeves, trousers, infant item

63Attaching the moduleAttaching the moduleAttaching the module• place the module on the sewing compu-ter behind the free arm• push the module from t

64Preparing for embroideryPreparing the embroidery computer for embroideryEmbroidery presser foot No. 26• attach the Embroidery presser foot No. 26•

65Preparing for embroideryHooping the fabricCentering• determine the center of the fabric to be embroidered • mark with a fabric marker or chalkUsin

66Preparing for embroideryEmbroidery stabilizersTear-away stabilizers• similar to interfacing; tears like paper• one or more layers can be used• av

67Important embroidery informationWater soluble stabilizer for fabric with a pile and lace embroidery• water soluble stabilizer looks like plastic wr

68Important embroidery informationDifferent stitch typesUnderlay stitches• underlay stitches are the foundation of a motif and are used to stabilize

69Important embroidery informationEmbroidery threadsOne of the most important elements in successful embroidery is the quality of the thread. We stron

7Optional accessoriesBERNINA Specialty Presser FeetThe standard selection of presser feet covers most normal sewing requirements, but we recommend the

70Requirements / Embroidery softwareSystem requirements of your PCMinimum requirementsPentium 3 CPU, 800 MHz or higherWindows XP Prof. and Home Servic

71Embroidery softwareTurning on the sewing and embroidery computer• power switch on «I» (on)• connect the USB connection cable to the personal compu

72Software EC on PCEmbroidery process - EC on PCMotif• the motif is displayed in color• the smallest possible hoop for the selected motif is display

73Software EC on PCColor information / Color selection• place the cursor on the desired color; the spool will be enlarged and the following informati

74Software EC on PCStart-Stop icon on the PC display• is gray (inactive) if the calibration was not successful• is blue if starting the embroidery p

75EC on PC - FunctionsFunctions on the displayShow grid1. a large cursor - a blue cross - indicates the hoop center. In addition to the blue cross,

76EC on PC - FunctionsColors skipped in the se-quence will be displayed as already embroidered colors by an empty vertical spool. However they can sti

77EC on PC - FunctionsConnection errorIf the connection is interrupted during the embroidery process the PC and the cable become red.Provided that the

78Starting to embroiderAttaching the embroidery hoopAttaching the embroidery hoop• raise needle and embroidery presser foot• hold the hoop with the

79Mega-HoopMega-Hoop (special accessory)Embroidering bordersOpen or create motif• open a motif (refer to page 71 on how to open a motif)• the «Mega-

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80Mega-HoopMoving the hoop• click the area within the hoop to move the hoop - on-screen and physically - to the selected place. The new needle positi

81Summary stitches aurora 430Summary stitches1 - 28 Practical stitches 1 Straight stitch 2 Zig-zag 3 Vari-overlock 4 Running stitch 5 Securi

82Summary stitches aurora 440 QEaurora 440 QE1 - 31 Practical stitches 1 Straight stitch 2 Zig-zag 3 Vari-overlock 4 Running stitch 5 Securi

83Summary stitches aurora 450aurora 4501 - 33 Practical stitches 1 Straight stitch 2 Zig-zag 3 Vari-overlock 4 Running stitch 5 Securing st

84IndexA Accessories Box 6Embroidery 60-62Sewing 5-7 Software 70 Adapter 62Altering stitchesButtonholes 48Decorative stitches 43Display 23St

85IndexLeaving Memory 29Programming alphabets 28Programming practical and decorative stitches 26Samples 27Mirror image Display 23Mirror image (l

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