Bernina L850 Overlocker

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.

Support of Bernina L850 Overlocker

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