Bernina Sewing Machines - Recent Questions, Troubleshooting & Support
The pressure foot on my bernina bernette 715 won't move
Troubleshoot this. Here are some steps you can take:
Safety Setting Adjustment:
In newer firmware versions (V9.xx), a safety sewing setting was added to prevent the ruler foot from hitting the needle holder when the foot is hovering and the needle is down.
If your presser foot only raises slightly (about 2mm), it might be due to this safety setting.
To resolve this, change the setting from the maximum of 2mm to a maximum of 6mm.
Remember to switch it back to the original setting when using the ruler foot.
Check the Needle Position:
Ensure that the needle is in the highest position (raised) before attempting to move the presser foot.
If the needle is down, the presser foot may not move freely.
Inspect for Obstructions:
Examine the area around the presser foot for any obstructions, tangled threads, or debris.
Make sure there's nothing preventing the presser foot from moving smoothly.
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment:
Uneven fabric feed can occur if the pressure on the presser foot is too high or too low.
Adjust the presser foot pressure according to the thickness of the fabric you're working with.
Power Cycle and Reconnect:
Turn off the machine and disconnect it from the power source.
Reconnect it and power it back on.
Refer to the Manual:
Consult your Bernina Bernette 715 user manual for specific troubleshooting steps related to the presser foot. If these steps don't resolve the problem, you may have to take it to a professional repair service.
How do you thread the bernina 1230
You can probably use the manual for the 1260. Sewing machines basically thread alike from one model to the next.
One thing to remember: ALWAYS RAISE the presser foot when threading the top thread! This will help prevent those dreaded thread nests under the fabric.
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Need owners manual
Hi there:About older manuals for Bernina Artista 170 or 180 available to download in PDF format...
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Bernina 1080 stitch length and needle jumping problem
you will most likely find that just adjusting the stitch length and width controls for a while will correct the problem (if the machine has been sitting idle for some time the stepper motor linkages seem to stiffen up a bit but i have good success with continual adjustment until they free-up.
also try switching machine off and on again to ensure it resets correctly.
the combination of both above fixes works 95% of the time - otherwise, as you mentioned circuit board and or stepper motor replacement may be necessary (however if both length and width are playing up it is unlikely to be an electrical fault).
scott
My Bernina 1090 in which I have had for 20 years
if you just had it serviced & it has not been 30 days, I would take it back & have them check it again.
if that's your only sewing machine, I would recommend that you get another machine as a back up or a new machine & use the other as a back up
I have a mechanical & electronic sewing machine, that way if I'm servicing one I can use the other
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