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From: bridesmom
Date: 07-25-2007, 07:55 PM (1 of 6)
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Any one have one of these? With it having such strong magnets, isn't that a worry for these computerized embroidery machines that we have???
Laura
Tickled pink with my Innovis 4000D |
User: bridesmom
Member since: 01-21-2004 Total posts: 2026 |
From: paroper
Date: 07-25-2007, 10:54 PM (2 of 6)
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It shouldn't hurt the machines, although that was my first concern. All the reviews I've read from techs and users say it is fine, that there is a magnetic field in the machines already. I know that I've used magnets around my Bernina for years and it hasn't been a problem. I've heard mixed reviews on this. There are very few people on the fence. Aparently the bad things: restricts the area that can be embroidered, somtimes gets in the way, because it takes up so much space, there is often a waste of stabilizer, don't always work on really thick things like towels. Good: Aparently if you are hooping the right things, it is wonderful, fast and easy. pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: weezyrider
Date: 07-26-2007, 10:29 AM (3 of 6)
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Just be aware that they can't be used on a Pfaff. Pfaff uses small magnets to identify its hoops. It is probably OK on any machine that doesn't use magnets to identify hoops - Brother ans Babylock are 2 that come to mind. Weezy |
User: weezyrider
Member since: 08-19-2003 Total posts: 218 
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From: paroper
Date: 07-26-2007, 10:34 AM (4 of 6)
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Bernina uses a mechanical method to determine the hoop. The hoops that are offered are specific to the machine they fit so chances are that if there is a problem they won't be offered for your machine. HOWEVER, it is not a bad idea to give your dealer a call on that issue before you buy.
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: bridesmom
Date: 08-01-2007, 10:23 PM (5 of 6)
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I'm not even sure that I'm that interested in it, I just saw it while surfing around and wondered if anyone had it and absolutely loved it, cause then I 'd have to think about getting it....maybe.
Laura
Tickled pink with my Innovis 4000D |
User: bridesmom
Member since: 01-21-2004 Total posts: 2026 |
From: paroper
Date: 08-01-2007, 11:01 PM (6 of 6)
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In the meantime, I think the price went up about 25% on August 1st. I don't know why, they can't keep up with the orders as it is.
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
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