Stitch Variations

• Total number of stitches – 18
• 4-thread overlock
• 3-thread overlock (wide/narrow)
• 3-thread super-stretch
• 3-thread flatlock (wide/narrow)
• 3-thread narrow seam
• 3-thread rolled hem
• 3-thread picot stitch
• 2-thread overlock (wide/narrow)
• 2-thread flatlock (wide/narrow)
• 2-thread rolled hem
• 2-thread wrapped overlock (wide/narrow)
• 2-thread blanket stitch (wide/narrow)

Comfort Features

• One-step BERNINA Air Threader (for looper threads)
• Freearm
• Sewing space to the right of the needle – 5 5/8″ (143mm)
• Workspace height – 3 3/8″ (86mm)
• BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) with knee lifter
• Swing-out presser foot with auto swing back
• 2-step presser foot lifter with front-foot-lift
• Built-in needle threader
• Automatic needle stop up
• Needle up/down with BERNINA foot control
• Stitch-by-stitch sewing
• Color-coded One-path Threading
• Adjustable thread tension while sewing
• Thread tension release when presser foot raised
• Micro Thread Control (mtc)
• Adjustable stitch length while sewing
• Stitch length fine tuning for rolled hem
• Adjustable differential feed while sewing
• Adjustable cutting width while sewing
• Rolled hem lever integrated under stitch plate
• Easy to engage and disengage the knife from outside
• Integrated upper looper converter
• LED sewing light
• Thread cutter
• Speed selection switch
• Safety switch for open cover and raised presser foot
• Accessories in the threader cover

• Standard Presser Foot #L10 – Suitable for overlocking projects where the fabric edge is cut and neatened in a single operation. The presser foot is equipped with an adjustable open tape guide.
• Slide-On Table L 850 / 890 – The Extension table increases the sewing area to the left of the needle. It allows large fabrics to be guided more easily and gives a better overview of the sewing project.
• Knee lifter/Free Hand System (FHS) – BERNINA‘s unique Free-Hand System (FHS) lets you raise the presser foot via a knee lifter. This leaves both hands free to guide your project.
• Cut-Offs Bin – The cut-offs bin keeps the sewing table tidy. Simply click it on to the looper cover and dispose of fabric cut-offs immediately after cutting. It can also be used to store the foot control when the machine is not in use.
• Right Seam Guide L 850/890 – The right seam guide helps to guide the fabric and ensures that it is cut evenly.
• Needle threader/inserter L 850/890 – The needle threader / inserter makes it easy to hold, insert and thread overlocker needles.
• BERNINA tweezers – BERNINA tweezers allow you to thread your overlocker with ease and remove any remaining pieces of thread from the machine.
• Brush L 850/890 – This tool helps to remove dust and lint from the looper and stitch-plate area.
• Oiler – Regular care ensures the flawless operation of the overlocker. Lubricating with this convenient oiler is an important part of it. For overlockers a special oil is used, declared on its label.
• Screwdriver – This screwdriver measures 1.5 mm in diameter and has a hex head.
• Torx T10 screwdriver – To loosen/tighten the stitch plate screws.
• Accessories Box – The large Accessory box and the corresponding extension box provide a lot of storage space for presser feet and further accessories. The knobs on the bottom of the boxes ensure a solid stability on the machine and prevent the boxes from shifting during transportation. The removable lid serves as a temporary tray for additional small parts used while sewing. The exentsion box is standard with L 890 and optional for L 850.
• Spool Stabilizer L 850/890 – The spool stabilizer prevents spools and cones of various sizes from vibrating at any sewing speed.
• Spool disc (4 x) – For evenly pulling thread from a small thread spool.
•  Spool net (4 x) – To support even unwinding of nylon, rayon, silk ormetallic threads from the spool.
• Needle set ELX705 CF (3 x Nr. 80, 2 x Nr. 90) – In different sizes for the most widely used applications.
• Free Hand System (FHS) – To raise and lower the presser foot.
• Knife cover insert – To protect the fingers and to deflect the fabric cut-offs during the sewing process.
• Foot control – To start and stop the machine. To control the sewing speed.
• Power cable – To connect the machine with the power supply system.
• Dust cover – To protect the machine from dust and contamination.

• Stitch width 3–9 mm
• 6-step presser foot pressure
• DC Motor
• Maximum sewing speed (stitches per minute) – 1,500
• Weight of machine – 27.1 lbs/12.3 kg
• EAN: 7630043524435

We have an in house servicing and repairs team that are on hand to help. Please see our Repairs & Servicing page for more details or get in touch on 0208 478 0669 or email to support@homeofsewing.co.uk we can answer any queries and talk you through the servicing and repairs process.

A discount is available on this machine for educational establishments, such as Schools, Colleges, Universities registered with the Department of Education.  For details, please contact.