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BERNINA L 860

BERNINA L 860

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The BERNINA L 860 Overlocker is perfectly suited for working with all types of threads and fabrics, particularly highly elastic and knitted materials. The machine offers a variety of stitches, all selectable via the color touch screen. The exclusive One-step BERNINA Air Threader makes threading the loopers unbelievably easy.

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Main Features

  • Effortless Threading with the BERNINA Air Threader
  • Color-Coded, One-Path Threading for Easy Setup
  • Simplified Stitch Selection with On-Screen Controls
  • Convenient Presser Foot Adjustment with Ease
  • Hands-Free Fabric Guiding for Enhanced Precision
  • Choose Between Expert Mode and Guided Mode for Versatile Sewing
  • Sewing Consultant, Stitch Optimizer, and Interactive Animations

The BERNINA L 860 Overlocker is perfectly suited for working with all types of threads and fabrics, particularly highly elastic and knitted materials. The machine offers a variety of stitches, all selectable via the color touch screen. The exclusive One-step BERNINA Air Threader makes threading the loopers unbelievably easy.

Specifications

Machine type: Overlock / serger machine
Sewing space: 5 5/8" right of needle (143 mm)
Workspace height: 3 3/8" (86 mm)
Display: 4.3" color touchscreen
Maximum sewing speed: 1,500 stitches per minute
Number of threads: 2, 3, or 4-thread sewing capability
Total stitch variations: 18
Overlock stitches: Yes
Coverstitch capability: No
Chainstitch capability: No
Air threading: One-step BERNINA Air Threader for looper threads
Threading system: Color-coded One-path threading
Needle threader: Integrated/manual needle threader
Needle stop position: Programmable up/down
Automatic needle stop up: Yes
Stitch-by-stitch sewing: Yes
Differential feed: Adjustable while sewing
Stitch length adjustment: Adjustable while sewing
Cutting width adjustment: Adjustable while sewing
Thread tension: Automatic settings with Micro Thread Control (mtc) fine adjustment
Presser foot pressure: 6-step adjustable pressure
Presser foot lift: 2-step presser foot lift with front-foot-lift (FFL)
Presser foot swing-out function: Automatic swing-back presser foot
Free arm: Yes
Knee lift system: Free Hand System (FHS) included
Touchscreen modes: Guided Mode and Expert Mode
Stitch memory: Personal memory for 100 custom stitches
Sewing consultant: Creative Sewing Consultant built in
Built-in tutorials and animations: Yes
LED lighting: Integrated LED sewing light
Thread cutter: Manual built-in cutter
Connectivity: USB port for updates/service
Wi-Fi connectivity: No built-in Wi-Fi
Stitch width: 3–9 mm
Motor type: DC motor
Weight: Approximately 28.8 lbs (13.1 kg)


Key features: One-step air threading, touchscreen controls, freearm, stitch optimizer, programmable needle stop, quiet operation, adjustable stitch settings while sewing, Micro Thread Control (mtc), stitch-by-stitch precision sewing

Accessories Included

Standard Overlock Foot #L10 with tape guide
Slide-on extension table
Freearm cover
Cut-offs bin
BERNINA foot control pedal
Free Hand System (FHS) knee lifter
Right seam guide
Tweezers
Manual needle threader/inserter
ELX705 CF needle assortment
Touchscreen stylus pen
Cleaning brush
Screwdriver
CS Lock Tool
Accessory boxes
Dust cover
Knife cover insert


Power cable


Decorative thread spool pin


Spool nets


Foam pads


Oil bottle for overlock machine maintenance

L860 Manual

The One-step BERNINA Air Threader

  • Thread the machine by one simple step
  • Now, you're ready to sew
  • Imagine threading that is actually fun

The looper threads are magically moved through the machine by air with one simple step on the foot control. Now both hands are free to guide the threads. The L 860 automatically sets the loopers in the correct position of the air threader – no turning the handwheel or searching for the correct position. Simply press the foot control and you're off!

Extremely fast, precise & quiet

  • Sew up to 1,500 stitches per minute
  • Strong and consistent at any speed
  • Program speed via touch screen

Not only can you sew quickly, but you can also sew stitch-by-stitch, making the flawless production of precise lines and curves a simple process. Plus, you will enjoy how extremely quiet the BERNINA L 860 sews. Best of all, you can easily adjust the maximum and minimum speed at any time on the color touch screen. 

Sew in Comfort

  • Raise and lower presser foot easily
  • Both hands free to guide the fabric
  • Easy access to the needles

With the BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee. In addition, the presser foot easily swings out for convenient access to the needles.

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