Owner's Manual
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...; Keep Àngers away from all controls to the off ("0") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Always unplug sewing machine from outlet. • Do not unplug by qualiÀed service personnel. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
...; Keep Àngers away from all controls to the off ("0") when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Always unplug sewing machine from outlet. • Do not unplug by qualiÀed service personnel. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS...
Owner's Manual
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... sewing 2.2 Free arm 2:2 Thread cutter 2:2 Spool pins 2:2 Threading the machine 2:3 Bobbin winding 2:5 Inserting the bobbin 2:6 IDT (Integrated dual feed 2:6 Electronic knee-lift (4.0 2:7 Needles 2:7 Changing the needle 2:8 Lowering feed dogs 2:8 Changing the presser foot 2.8 Buttons for quilt expression™ 4.0 2:10 Buttons for expression™ 3.0 2:12 Buttons for expression™ 2.0 2:14 Settings menu 2:16 3 Sewing 3:1 Sewing mode - overview...
... sewing 2.2 Free arm 2:2 Thread cutter 2:2 Spool pins 2:2 Threading the machine 2:3 Bobbin winding 2:5 Inserting the bobbin 2:6 IDT (Integrated dual feed 2:6 Electronic knee-lift (4.0 2:7 Needles 2:7 Changing the needle 2:8 Lowering feed dogs 2:8 Changing the presser foot 2.8 Buttons for quilt expression™ 4.0 2:10 Buttons for expression™ 3.0 2:12 Buttons for expression™ 2.0 2:14 Settings menu 2:16 3 Sewing 3:1 Sewing mode - overview...
Owner's Manual
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.... Pre-tension disk for power cord and foot control 20. Needle thread guide 28. Bobbin cover 30. Presser foot 32. Main switch, connectors for threading and bobbin 2. Thread cutter 23. Light bulbs 25. Spool caps 10. Presser foot bar and... 18. Handwheel 19. Thread tension disk 12. Bobbin winder thread guide 4. Bobbin winder lever and bobbin spindle 8. Needle screw 22 23 24 25 26 27 16. Take-up lever 13. Slide for knee-lift (4.0) 32 31 30 29 28 1:5 Introduction PFAFF quilt expression 4.0 inch mm Introduction Machine overview 1 2 3...
.... Pre-tension disk for power cord and foot control 20. Needle thread guide 28. Bobbin cover 30. Presser foot 32. Main switch, connectors for threading and bobbin 2. Thread cutter 23. Light bulbs 25. Spool caps 10. Presser foot bar and... 18. Handwheel 19. Thread tension disk 12. Bobbin winder thread guide 4. Bobbin winder lever and bobbin spindle 8. Needle screw 22 23 24 25 26 27 16. Take-up lever 13. Slide for knee-lift (4.0) 32 31 30 29 28 1:5 Introduction PFAFF quilt expression 4.0 inch mm Introduction Machine overview 1 2 3...
Owner's Manual
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... Screwdriver 41. Seam ripper 42. Spool cap, large 44. Brush 43. Store the accessories in picture • Foot control • Power cord • Needles 1:6 Bobbins 48. Spool cap, small 46. Thread net 37. Light bulb remover 40. Spool cap, medium 45. Multi-purpose tool 47. Knee-lift (4.0) 36 37 38... 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 Included accessories not in the 34 tray so they are easily accessible. 35 33. Removable bobbin holder Included accessories 36. Edge guide 38. Introduction Accessory tray The accessory tray features special compartments for presser feet and...
... Screwdriver 41. Seam ripper 42. Spool cap, large 44. Brush 43. Store the accessories in picture • Foot control • Power cord • Needles 1:6 Bobbins 48. Spool cap, small 46. Thread net 37. Light bulb remover 40. Spool cap, medium 45. Multi-purpose tool 47. Knee-lift (4.0) 36 37 38... 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 Included accessories not in the 34 tray so they are easily accessible. 35 33. Removable bobbin holder Included accessories 36. Edge guide 38. Introduction Accessory tray The accessory tray features special compartments for presser feet and...
Owner's Manual
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...nish, stretch sewing, lace insertion. Sewing elastic, darning, patching and decorative sewing. Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in the bobbin. Topstitching. Single stitch used with elastic thread in one step. Sewing blindhems on woven fabrics. Seam and overcast in one ..., stretch sewing. Joining stitch for undergarments, terry cloth, leather, bulky fabrics where overlapping the seams. Elastic decorative hem for quilting, hemstitching. Sewing elastic, darning, patching. Seam and overcast in one step with reinforced edge. Sewing seams on stretch fabrics....
...nish, stretch sewing, lace insertion. Sewing elastic, darning, patching and decorative sewing. Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in the bobbin. Topstitching. Single stitch used with elastic thread in one step. Sewing blindhems on woven fabrics. Seam and overcast in one ..., stretch sewing. Joining stitch for undergarments, terry cloth, leather, bulky fabrics where overlapping the seams. Elastic decorative hem for quilting, hemstitching. Sewing elastic, darning, patching. Seam and overcast in one step with reinforced edge. Sewing seams on stretch fabrics....
Owner's Manual
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...reeling off too fast. Bring the thread from rotating. Vertical position Raise the spool pin to prevent the thread from the right underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on a large spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. Place the thread on the large ...spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. This is used when winding a bobbin thread from the front to the needle thread guide (E). 5. Thread down in vertical position. B C C B A D E 2:3 Auxiliary spool pin The auxiliary spool ...
...reeling off too fast. Bring the thread from rotating. Vertical position Raise the spool pin to prevent the thread from the right underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on a large spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. Place the thread on the large ...spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. This is used when winding a bobbin thread from the front to the needle thread guide (E). 5. Thread down in vertical position. B C C B A D E 2:3 Auxiliary spool pin The auxiliary spool ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Thread down through the right-hand threading slot and then upwards through the left and one outside. Place the thread from the right underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on the spool pin and Àt a spool cap of the right size. Note: The needle threader is designed to be in the...
.... Thread down through the right-hand threading slot and then upwards through the left and one outside. Place the thread from the right underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on the spool pin and Àt a spool cap of the right size. Note: The needle threader is designed to be in the...
Owner's Manual
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...through the needle if using the bobbin thread cutter (E). Press the foot control to wind. The pop-up appears on the screen to inform you that the presser foot and the needle are in the up position. Use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for correct thread tension.... 4. Thread through the needle Make sure that bobbin winding is full, the bobbin winding will slow down and stop automatically. Winding through the hole in horizontal position...
...through the needle if using the bobbin thread cutter (E). Press the foot control to wind. The pop-up appears on the screen to inform you that the presser foot and the needle are in the up position. Use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for correct thread tension.... 4. Thread through the needle Make sure that bobbin winding is full, the bobbin winding will slow down and stop automatically. Winding through the hole in horizontal position...
Owner's Manual
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... at the same time. The bobbin will then rotate counter-clockwise when you . 2. On light fabrics such as silk or rayon the dual feed prevents puckering of the thread cutter (C). Engaging the IDT Important: For all layers of quilt projects aligned to the right B... of the seam. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case with the center back cut . Continue threading around (B) and to prevent shifting of checked and striped fabrics. A C Preparations IDT (integrated dual feed) D For sewing any fabric precisely PFAFF® expression™...
... at the same time. The bobbin will then rotate counter-clockwise when you . 2. On light fabrics such as silk or rayon the dual feed prevents puckering of the thread cutter (C). Engaging the IDT Important: For all layers of quilt projects aligned to the right B... of the seam. Place the bobbin in the bobbin case with the center back cut . Continue threading around (B) and to prevent shifting of checked and striped fabrics. A C Preparations IDT (integrated dual feed) D For sewing any fabric precisely PFAFF® expression™...
Owner's Manual
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.... The indicator stays lit until you have made. Buttons for as long as you are not sewing and your sewing machine cuts the top and bobbin threads and raises the presser foot and the needle. Note: You cannot select a higher speed than the default speed. To cut before starting to ... options are activated. The reverse indicator (5) will stop position is pressed. If you press the reverse button while sewing, the machine sews in reverse for quilt expression™ 4.0 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 15 16 Preparations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Needle up or down with ...
.... The indicator stays lit until you have made. Buttons for as long as you are not sewing and your sewing machine cuts the top and bobbin threads and raises the presser foot and the needle. Note: You cannot select a higher speed than the default speed. To cut before starting to ... options are activated. The reverse indicator (5) will stop position is pressed. If you press the reverse button while sewing, the machine sews in reverse for quilt expression™ 4.0 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 15 16 Preparations 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Needle up or down with ...
Owner's Manual
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... highlighted when the setting is too loose. Note: The numbers are shown next to make sure the needle thread tension is too tight. If the bobbin thread is visible on the selected stitch. For decorative stitches and buttonholes, the top thread should be longer. Stitch density (4) Press the alternatives button to...
... highlighted when the setting is too loose. Note: The numbers are shown next to make sure the needle thread tension is too tight. If the bobbin thread is visible on the selected stitch. For decorative stitches and buttonholes, the top thread should be longer. Stitch density (4) Press the alternatives button to...
Owner's Manual
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... sewing machine will be set the length of batting sandwiched between. 1. The repeat icon will automatically complete the stitch. 5. Sewing techniques Handlook quilting A quilt usually consists of three layers, two layers of fabric with a layer of the stitch. Thread the needle with stabilizer in a color as close... batting and backing. 2. Snap on the recommended foot shown in the bobbin. 3. Start sewing above the hole and over it becomes larger can save a garment. Engage the IDT. 5. Baste the completed quilt top to deactivate repeat. Once you should only see your garment with an...
... sewing machine will be set the length of batting sandwiched between. 1. The repeat icon will automatically complete the stitch. 5. Sewing techniques Handlook quilting A quilt usually consists of three layers, two layers of fabric with a layer of the stitch. Thread the needle with stabilizer in a color as close... batting and backing. 2. Snap on the recommended foot shown in the bobbin. 3. Start sewing above the hole and over it becomes larger can save a garment. Engage the IDT. 5. Baste the completed quilt top to deactivate repeat. Once you should only see your garment with an...
Owner's Manual
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Remove thread jam (4.0) Clean the area under the stitch plate from thread and lint. Sewing Common sewing pop-ups Bobbin empty (4.0) When the bobbin is blocked when sewing, the mainmotor can get overloaded and the machine will close the popup. 3:9 Mainmotor overload If you are secure. The pop-up ... on very heavy fabric or if the machine is almost empty, the machine stops automatically and a pop-up message will stop sewing. Replace the empty bobbin with a full one and press OK on the wheel to conÀrm.
Remove thread jam (4.0) Clean the area under the stitch plate from thread and lint. Sewing Common sewing pop-ups Bobbin empty (4.0) When the bobbin is blocked when sewing, the mainmotor can get overloaded and the machine will close the popup. 3:9 Mainmotor overload If you are secure. The pop-up ... on very heavy fabric or if the machine is almost empty, the machine stops automatically and a pop-up message will stop sewing. Replace the empty bobbin with a full one and press OK on the wheel to conÀrm.
Owner's Manual
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... damp cloth. Wipe the graphic display with two light bulbs. Remove the presser foot and slide off the machine. Do not turn off the bobbin cover. Cleaning the bobbin area Note: Lower the feed dogs and turn the bulb, just pull it out to remove any dust or lint built up . 123... 456 789 0 3W Maintenance Cleaning the machine To keep your authorized PFAFF® dealer. One is needed. Clean the feed dogs with the brush found with...
... damp cloth. Wipe the graphic display with two light bulbs. Remove the presser foot and slide off the machine. Do not turn off the bobbin cover. Cleaning the bobbin area Note: Lower the feed dogs and turn the bulb, just pull it out to remove any dust or lint built up . 123... 456 789 0 3W Maintenance Cleaning the machine To keep your authorized PFAFF® dealer. One is needed. Clean the feed dogs with the brush found with...
Owner's Manual
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... plate with the brush. Slide on the bobbin cover. Remove the bobbin case (B) by lifting it up . For 4.0: Use caution when cleaning around the thread snips knife. Maintenance 5:2 Put the bobbin case and the bobbin case holder back in the bobbin case area. Press the stitch plate down until... the notch at the back (C). Cleaning under the bobbin area Clean the area under the bobbin case after sewing several projects or any time you notice an accumulation of the bobbin case, by lifting it up . Remove the bobbin case holder (A), covering the front part of lint in...
... plate with the brush. Slide on the bobbin cover. Remove the bobbin case (B) by lifting it up . For 4.0: Use caution when cleaning around the thread snips knife. Maintenance 5:2 Put the bobbin case and the bobbin case holder back in the bobbin case area. Press the stitch plate down until... the notch at the back (C). Cleaning under the bobbin area Clean the area under the bobbin case after sewing several projects or any time you notice an accumulation of the bobbin case, by lifting it up . Remove the bobbin case holder (A), covering the front part of lint in...
Owner's Manual
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...Make sure that all plugs are not lowered. If the problem persists, contact your local authorized PFAFF® dealer who will be sensitive to a new higher quality thread purchased from bobbin area. Check how the machine is threaded. Insert a new needle. The machine skips stitches Did... you insert a wrong needle? Did you thread the machine properly? Push bobbin winder lever to touch? Remedy Remove stitch plate and clean lint from an authorized PFAFF® dealer. Is the needle too small for the thread? Troubleshooting In this troubleshooting guide ...
...Make sure that all plugs are not lowered. If the problem persists, contact your local authorized PFAFF® dealer who will be sensitive to a new higher quality thread purchased from bobbin area. Check how the machine is threaded. Insert a new needle. The machine skips stitches Did... you insert a wrong needle? Did you thread the machine properly? Push bobbin winder lever to touch? Remedy Remove stitch plate and clean lint from an authorized PFAFF® dealer. Is the needle too small for the thread? Troubleshooting In this troubleshooting guide ...
Owner's Manual
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...pin position (vertical or horizontal). Is the bobbin wound correctly? Wind a new bobbin. Is a correct needle used ? Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for the actual thread spool. If you insert the bobbin properly? Attach a spool cap of your...slubbed thread? If there is a speciÀc problem, it to your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! Is the best spool pin position used ? Is the stitch plate hole damaged? Check bobbin winding. Check how the machine is a great help to your thread on a ...
...pin position (vertical or horizontal). Is the bobbin wound correctly? Wind a new bobbin. Is a correct needle used ? Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for the actual thread spool. If you insert the bobbin properly? Attach a spool cap of your...slubbed thread? If there is a speciÀc problem, it to your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! Is the best spool pin position used ? Is the stitch plate hole damaged? Check bobbin winding. Check how the machine is a great help to your thread on a ...
Owner's Manual
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...B Balance 2:17 Bobbin, insert 2:6 Bobbin winding 2:5 Winding from horizontal position 2:5 Winding through the needle 2:5 Button, sew on 3:9 Buttonholes 3:7 Manual buttonhole 3:8 Sensormatic buttonhole 3:8 Buttons expression™ 2.0 2:14-2:15 expression™ 3.0 2:12-2:13 quilt expression™ 4.0 ...2:2 I IDT 2:6 Disengage 2:6 Engage 2:6 Immediate tie-off 2:10, 2:12, 2:14 Info button 2:11, 2:13, 2:15, 3:1 Inserting the bobbin 2:6 K Knee-lift 2:7 L Language 2:17 Light bulbs, change 5:1 Load Sequencing 4:2 Sewing mode 3:5 Lowering feed dogs 2:8 M Machine overview 1:5...
...B Balance 2:17 Bobbin, insert 2:6 Bobbin winding 2:5 Winding from horizontal position 2:5 Winding through the needle 2:5 Button, sew on 3:9 Buttonholes 3:7 Manual buttonhole 3:8 Sensormatic buttonhole 3:8 Buttons expression™ 2.0 2:14-2:15 expression™ 3.0 2:12-2:13 quilt expression™ 4.0 ...2:2 I IDT 2:6 Disengage 2:6 Engage 2:6 Immediate tie-off 2:10, 2:12, 2:14 Info button 2:11, 2:13, 2:15, 3:1 Inserting the bobbin 2:6 K Knee-lift 2:7 L Language 2:17 Light bulbs, change 5:1 Load Sequencing 4:2 Sewing mode 3:5 Lowering feed dogs 2:8 M Machine overview 1:5...
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...foot, lower 2:11 Presser foot pressure 2:17 Presser foot, raise 2:11, 2:17 Program a sequence 4:1 Programmed tie-off indicator...... 2:10, 2:12, 2:14, 3:3 Q Quilt stitches 1:10 Quilting 3:6 R Raise the presser foot 2:11 Replacing the stitch plate 5:2 Reverse button 2:10, 2:12, 2:14 Reverse indicator 2:10, 2:12, 2:14 S Safety instructions 2 ... needle 2:16, 3.1 Threading for twin needle 2:4 U Unpacking 2:1 Using the alphabet 4:2 Utility stitches 1:8-1:10 V W Wheel 2:11, 2:13, 2:15 Winding bobbin 2:5 Winding from horizontal position 2:5 Winding through the needle 2:5 Index 5:6
...foot, lower 2:11 Presser foot pressure 2:17 Presser foot, raise 2:11, 2:17 Program a sequence 4:1 Programmed tie-off indicator...... 2:10, 2:12, 2:14, 3:3 Q Quilt stitches 1:10 Quilting 3:6 R Raise the presser foot 2:11 Replacing the stitch plate 5:2 Reverse button 2:10, 2:12, 2:14 Reverse indicator 2:10, 2:12, 2:14 S Safety instructions 2 ... needle 2:16, 3.1 Threading for twin needle 2:4 U Unpacking 2:1 Using the alphabet 4:2 Utility stitches 1:8-1:10 V W Wheel 2:11, 2:13, 2:15 Winding bobbin 2:5 Winding from horizontal position 2:5 Winding through the needle 2:5 Index 5:6
