I have a Bernina Virtuosa 160. It has a lot of plastic parts big and small. But it was so good that Bernina makes almost the same machine today but with reduced harp area so it does not compete with the bigger Bernina machines.
hi there! I recently purchased the unit complete will all the attachments from good will for $24.99. unfortunately the unit won't power on. I've left it plugged for numerous hours at the advice of the internet to see if that would work, but so far no luck. do you happen to know if their are any fuses or anything like that I should check? thanks
Hi Randy, I have this machine - have had it since 2016 and was successfully using it with the embroidery module. But now I have an issue, the screen is not responding to prompts - only one side makes a beep - it still sews, but I can't use it for embroidery until I can get the screen to respond. It is not a calibration issue - do you think it would be worth replacing the screen on this machine? Thanks for your input!
That’s a question for your Bernina dealer, since they’re your source for parts of that nature. They will know if it’s even available and for how much. I have no idea. 😎👍🏼
@@annalisesinclair9812 the internet sets the price for used machines. Do a search titled: Bernina Artista 170 for sale. You’ll see what they’re priced at in every market.
I have one being offered to me , but it has set for 6 yrs. Bought for 6,000 In 1998..he said barely used. Do you think it'll be worth my time moving it
@@shellygregory2211 test it to make sure everything works. Just know that if there’s an electronic malfunction, it might be challenging to resolve. If its price is nominal, why not? If they’re asking a lot for it, proceed with caution.
They’re nylon, but they’ve been holding up for many years now. Bernina owners are very conscientious about their machines. They tend to treat them well and don’t abuse them. Partially because they’re so doggone expensive and maybe because the Bernina buyers are the brighter bulbs on the tree.
LOVE this machine. Picked it up for $100. Runs smooth. Highly recommend it. Thanks for the video, Randy!
That’s an awesome price for a good machine. Well done. 👍🏼
I have a Bernina Virtuosa 160. It has a lot of plastic parts big and small. But it was so good that Bernina makes almost the same machine today but with reduced harp area so it does not compete with the bigger Bernina machines.
hi there! I recently purchased the unit complete will all the attachments from good will for $24.99. unfortunately the unit won't power on. I've left it plugged for numerous hours at the advice of the internet to see if that would work, but so far no luck. do you happen to know if their are any fuses or anything like that I should check? thanks
Hi Randy, I have this machine - have had it since 2016 and was successfully using it with the embroidery module. But now I have an issue, the screen is not responding to prompts - only one side makes a beep - it still sews, but I can't use it for embroidery until I can get the screen to respond. It is not a calibration issue - do you think it would be worth replacing the screen on this machine? Thanks for your input!
That’s a question for your Bernina dealer, since they’re your source for parts of that nature.
They will know if it’s even available and for how much.
I have no idea. 😎👍🏼
What would you say a good price for a used one is?
@@annalisesinclair9812 the internet sets the price for used machines. Do a search titled: Bernina Artista 170 for sale.
You’ll see what they’re priced at in every market.
I have one being offered to me , but it has set for 6 yrs.
Bought for 6,000
In 1998..he said barely used. Do you think it'll be worth my time moving it
@@shellygregory2211 test it to make sure everything works.
Just know that if there’s an electronic malfunction, it might be challenging to resolve.
If its price is nominal, why not?
If they’re asking a lot for it, proceed with caution.
I need one if they aren’t too heavy!
Go to a Bernina dealer and lift one up. That’s the only way to tell if it’s heavy or light to you. Thanks for watching.
Quality you say? Look no further than MADE IN SWITZERLAND.
BTW, plastic gears or metal?
They’re nylon, but they’ve been holding up for many years now.
Bernina owners are very conscientious about their machines. They tend to treat them well and don’t abuse them.
Partially because they’re so doggone expensive and maybe because the Bernina buyers are the brighter bulbs on the tree.
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A few extra volts never hurt!
@@ronalddevine9587 😂 for sure.