Tips & Tricks for the 8 Series

Find out how you can bring your ideas into this superb sewing machine.

Overview
What is the white tape on the side of the machine?  »
How do I make the BERNINA 8 Series stop needle down? »
Will there be a separate adaptor sold for the existing Multi-spool holder thread stand for the BERNINA 8 Series or do I have to buy a new version? »
If the machine settings are reset, does the hoop need to be recalibrated? »
What is the smallest needle I can automatically thread? »
Why does my “new” sewing machine have sewing stitches already on it? »
Is it important to thread my machine for embroidery? »
Why is the stitch length area pink with some selected stitches? »
What is the top speed of the Walking Foot? »
Is the Simulator available for the consumer? »
Message with a spool and the scissors »
Does the foot control need to be disconnected to use the start/stop button? »
Will I have to rename the My Designs folder when the ART Design Software is installed into my computer? »
Is it possible to wind the bobbin while sewing or embroidering? »
How many stitches can I save in each of the 4 Personal Programs? »
With the Endless embroidery feature, can you go sideways as well as up and down? »
When the ArtDesign software opens up, it opens with a website-like screen.  Do I have to be online for this?  I don't want to be online every time I open up the software. »
Can you explain the red dot on the bobbin case door? »
How does it work when inserting two USB sticks? »
Is the walking foot for the BERNINA 8 Series the same as the previous walking foot? »
What is the reason for the slanted spool holder? »
Can I bring up the bobbin thread if I want? »
The 820 has one USB port. Why? »
Does the slide on table really go through the embroidery arm opening? It seems really tight. »
When does the machine need to be serviced by a qulalified BERNINA technician? »
When using double needles, should both threads be threaded through the last thread guide above the needle? »
If I accidentally escape from Endless Embroidery or if I forget to put in my registration marks, can I return to the screen? »
Is it possible to thread the bobbin with sewing table mounted? »
When I start to sew the message appears that shows the 1C and 1D foot. What causes this? »
Can designs be put in a folder system? »
How does the Thread Cutter feature in embroidery know when to cut the threads? »
Can you stitch backwards with the Dual Feed? »
Do I need to use the ART Design Software too? »
Is there a way to prompt the machine to tell you how much bobbin thread is left? »
How do I use my many .ART format embroidery designs with the BERNINA 830? »
Message with a spool and a question mark »
What design format does the embroidery understand on the BERNINA  830? »
Difference between ".art and .exp", as well as what are the effects on the 830-embroidery? »
Where do I store the stylus? »
How will updates be done? »
How can I easily adjust my thread tension? »
What is the size limit of a design that can be sent to the BERNINA 830? »
Can I use the Patchwork Feet #37or #57 on my 9mm machine? »
Is there stabilizer to fit the Jumbo Hoop? »
Why can the sewing result be worse when using the BSR-Foot than when using the Quilting Foot #29?
Sewing forward gives better results than backwards. »
Will the BERNINA 8 Series be able to work with needle punch also? »
Can the BERNINA Embroidery Software V4 be used with the BERNINA 830? »
Why do the designs not show when a USB-Memory stick has been inserted into the BERNINA 830? »
How do I turn off the securing stitch at the beginning of the stitch permanently?  I don't want to have to turn it off each time I use the machine. »
What is the correct procedure if the thread breaks? »
Does the BERNINA 830 have a create your own stitch feature like some other machines on the market? »
Can we upload our own wall paper?  »
Which is the Jumbo Hoop in the software? Jumbo Hoop #26 or #43? Are there 2 Jumbo Hoops? »
Does the BERNINA 830 rescale designs? »
Can I use my old classic-line feet with the BERNINA 8 Series? »
How do I check the position of a design - there doesn't seem to be a CHECK icon? »
Do you need to turn the machine off to attach the module?  »
Can you use a Dual Feed presser foot without engaging the Dual Feed? »
What do I do if the needle becomes unthreaded. Do I have to completely re-thread? »
Does the thread need to be removed from its pulled up loop position in the needle after the needle is threaded by the needle threader? »
When do we need to calibrate the hoop? »
Where do I put the cord guide that comes with the Free Motion Couching Foot #43? »
How do I calibrate the hoops? »
Can the BSR (BERNINA stitch regulator) from a 630/640 be used on the BERNINA 8 Series? »
What does the ART Design Software do?  Can it rescale, etc? »
Does the Explorations Software work with the BERNINA 830?  Is there an update patch that needs to be installed? »
What do I do with all of the design cards that I have collected through the years?  I have hundreds of dollars invested in them? »
Can I use any USB stick with the BERNINA 8 Series? »
When do I need to oil the machine? »
When I sew using a double needle, I get a bird's nest on the bottom of my fabric.  What am I doing wrong? »
Is there a purpose for the hole in the stitch plate since we cannot run gimp up the center hole any longer? »
Is it necessary to update the BERNINA 8 Series with a blank BERNINA USB-Memory stick? »
Why do the crystal lenses look different on the BERNINA 8 Series presser feet? »
Do I have to turn the machine off to change a needle? »
How do I turn off the Thread Cutter in embroidery? »
I am having trouble with invisible thread - any suggestions? »
What should I do for regular maintenance of my new BERNINA 8 Series machine? »
What is the difference between the BERNINA 830 and the
820? »
What are the suggestions for working with Metallic Threads? »
The Slide-on table gets black after use, how can I clean this? »
How do I move the hoop to get to the bobbin case door?  I don't want to go to the hoop parking screen everytime. »
How do we know when to change fabric thickness when embroidering? »
Does a short stitch length influence the sewing result? »
How can I adjust the bobbin tension for "Bobbin Play"? »
Thread-breakage information »
How many drawers are in the file cabinets? »
How does manual Tapering work?   »
How do you work the balance of the BERNINA Dual Feed system? »
Is the Jumbo Hoop a standard accessory with the BERNINA 830? »
Main motor blockage (2 wheels) »
What exactly is “Absolute Check” and how is it used? »
How do I send a design from the computer to the BERNINA 830?  I can't find this in the manual. »
What is backstepping? »
Thread breakage »
When my machine is updated how do I know what changes have taken place? »
How do I know what is the new information in the posted manual when comparing it to the one that cames with my machine? »
Is the Quick Reverse and Back Stepping the same button or different areas of the one button?  »
After a thread cut or a color change, the needle gets unthreaded when starting to embroider? »
How can I stop the bobbin winding when I have left the bobbin winding screen? »
If I have the BERNINA Embroidery Software Designer Plus V5, do I have everything that I need to be able to connect to the BERNINA 830? »
Can I use the scissors button with the Button sew on foot #18? »
Can I choose not to resequence the colors in Endless Embroidery? »
What is the 'normal' Presser Foot Pressure setting? »
ART Design Software – what languages are available? »
Can I use a mouse to navigate the machine instead of a touch pen? »
Experiencing skipped stitches »
I am not really sure where to start with my new BERNINA 8 Series machine? »
Can I use the BDF feature to apply binding on my quilts? »
Will the 730 embroidery motifs on a stick be readable by the BERNINA 830? »
Can I connect a CD-rom Drive? »
Which side of the tension disc (top of machine) do you thread on or does it matter? »
Can I buy the BERNINA branded USB hub? »
Can the older Mega Hoops be used on the BERNINA 8 Series? »
Can you use sideways motion stitches with Dual Feed?  »
Turtle/Hare-mode: when is what applicable? »
Can you adjust BERNINA Dual Feed balance to gather?  »
Can you do Free-motion stitching without using the BSR? »
If I have an old cabinet and that cabinet has a larger opening, can it support machine?  »
Do we take the slide on table off when attaching the embroidery module to the machine? »
When do we use manual needle threading? »
When I touch Presser Foot Recognition, not all the feet show? »
When can my embroidery designs of the BERNINA Embroidery Software V5 be sent to a BERNINA 830? »
Does the presser foot need to stay up when threading? »
Can you use the auto thread cutter with double needles? »
Will I be able to do firmware updates of the BERNINA 8 Series  at home or do I need to bring the machine back to the dealer for this? »
Which are the Tassel-Stitches? »
Does the ART Design Software require a dongle? »
Does the BERNINA 8 Series have automatic presser foot pressure? »
Does the Magnifier Lens Set come with the BERNINA 8 Series? »
How do I park the hoop/module arm? »
Can I delete the alphabets on the machine? »
Which template do you use with the Mega Hoop for the BERNINA 830? »
How do I import stitches into embroidery? »
When I select an embroidery design it provides a time to stitch out, but when the green check is pressed, the time increases.  Why are they different? »
Can it be updated in either USB port? »
Is the ART Design Software available without purchase of a BERNINA 830? »
Can I program the needle stop down functionality to remain even when the machine is turned off? »
Is it possible, and how to save several embroidery designs at the same time? »
The Tapering-length is not constant »
Which template do you use with the Mega Hoop for the BERNINA 830? »
Is there a way to edit the welcome screen? »
What is the difference between the 2 adjustable guide (standard with BERNINA 8 Series) and the right- or left seam-guide (standard with the other BERNINA models)? »
Designs can "jump" out of the hoop when programming /Drag&Drop?  »
Is there a count down timer feature with the clock? »
How do I exit the tapering screen? »
Does it make a difference if the first or second stitch is moved when moving pattern stitches on screen by draging and dropping? »
Can the stitches that have been rotated (multi-directional sewing) by varying degrees be saved into memory? »
Why does the screen look different when choosing a stitch or when sewing a stitch?  »