87 - Sewing machine BERNINA - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Sewing machine
Brand	Bernina
Model	87
Included presser feet	Hemmer foot #95/95C
Available stitches	Straight stitch and zigzag stitch
Adjustable stitch length	2–3 mm
Adjustable stitch width	0–4 mm
Feed dogs	Yes, adjustable
Compatible accessories	Hemmer for bias tape 13 mm to 38 mm
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approximately 40 × 20 × 30 cm
Weight	Approximately 8 kg
Power supply	220–240 V, 50 Hz, 100 W
Maintenance	Regular cleaning of the bobbin area and oiling according to the manual
Safety	Read the instruction manual before use
Spare parts	Fixing screw, guide, tilting arm available
Repairability	Repair by an authorized technician recommended

Frequently Asked Questions - 87 BERNINA

How to install the hemmer on the Bernina 87?

Attach the hemmer with the black fixing screw by placing the support plate near the needle plate. Push the guide against the foot and tighten the screws. Adjust the hemmer laterally as close as possible to the presser foot before final tightening.

How to adjust the stitch length for the hemmer?

For the hemmer, set the stitch length between 2 and 3 mm. The stitch width should be 0 mm for straight stitch or 0 to 4 mm for zigzag stitch.

Which needle to use with the hemmer?

Use a needle suitable for the fabric, generally a universal needle size 70 to 90. Ensure the needle catches the bias near the edge.

Is it necessary to overlock before using the hemmer?

Yes, for quilted or multi-layer fabrics, it is recommended to overlock or baste the edges first to prevent fraying.

How to clean the Bernina 87?

Unplug the machine. Remove the needle plate and bobbin. Use a soft brush to remove threads and dust. Oil the points indicated in the manual.

How to change the presser foot?

Lower the presser foot, unscrew the fixing screw at the back of the foot, remove the old foot and place the new one. Retighten the screw ensuring it is properly aligned.

What to do if the needle breaks?

Unplug the machine. Remove the needle piece. Check that the needle is correctly inserted (fully in, flat side to the back). Use a needle suitable for the fabric and thickness.

How to lubricate the Bernina 87?

Use special sewing machine oil. Apply a drop to the lubrication points indicated in the manual (often under the needle plate and around the bobbin). Wipe off any excess.

Where to find spare parts for the Bernina 87?

Spare parts such as screws, guides, and presser feet are available from authorized Bernina dealers or on their official website. Use the model reference.

How to adjust the thread tension?

The upper thread tension is adjusted with the tension dial on top of the machine. For the hemmer, the tension should be balanced so that the stitch is even. Test on a scrap of fabric.

USER MANUAL 87 BERNINA

Binder attachment # 87 - # 88

Bandeinfasser # 87 - # 88 | Ourleur simple # 87 - # 88

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Binder attachment # 87 | # 88 en | 4
Bandeinfasser # 87 | # 88 de | 10
Ourleur simple # 87 | # 88 fr | 16
Bandapparaat # 87 | # 88 nl | 22
Bordatore # 87 | # 88 it | 28
Ribeteador deCNTas # 87 | # 88 es | 34
Bandkantare # 87 | # 88 sv | 40
Kantebängsapparat # 87 | # 88	da | 46
Båndfeste # 87 | # 88 no | 52
Esisaumattujen nauhojen nauhareunustaja # 87 | # 88	fi | 58
Устroyстvo дnia OKаNTовки # 87 | # 88	ru | 64
Вавлидаурашten# 87、又は# 88	jp | 70

Supplies

1 Binder attachment
1 Black securing screw
1 User instructions

#87

for folded binding of 13 mm/20 mm/25 mm width.

Additionally required

1. Presser foot # 951# 95C

Presser foot for office

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for unfolded binding of 28mm / 32mm/ 38 mm width.

Application

Quick and easy binding of edges with unfolded or pre-folded bias-binding.

For your safety

Before using the accessory please read the instruction manual of the sewing machine and the accessory carefully!

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Assembly

Use securing screw (1) to fit the binder attachment in such way that the plate sits virtually flush with the stitch plate. This applies for activa, aurora, artista and BERNINA 830 models.
Butt guiding aid (2) against presser foot. Then tighten the screws (4, 5).
Loosen screw (3) on pivot arm and move binder to presser foot as close as possible from the side, then retighten screw (3) provisionally.

Preparation

Move screws (6, 7) to front holes (if not placed there already). Set binder guide parallel with presser foot and, at the same time, binding-exiting channel flush with the stitch plate. Tighten the two screws.
Check binder-/presser-foot position. The binder must be set in such way that the clearance between presser foot and binder guide is just wide enough for them not to interfere with each other.

Tighten screw (3).

Sewing machine settings

Presser foot: Presser foot for binder attachment # 95/95C

Stitch: Straight-stitch/zigzag

Stitch width: 0 / 0 - 4mm

Stitch length: 2-3mm

Feed-dog: Sewing position

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Mode of operation

Insert folded bias-binding into binder, pushing it through the opening with a pointed but soft item (e.g. a toothpick) if required.
Place fabric edge under presser foot, positioning it into the binding so that binding wraps around edge nicely. Set needle position to allow for edge-stitching of the binding.
Baste or neaten quilted or multi-layered fabrics before binding.

Variant

Use zigzag stitch to attach the binding. Set needle position so that one swing of the needle catches the binding and the other the fabric.

TIPP

Use a wider needle distance in curves. Reset needle position accordingly.

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