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PFAFF 28 Cylinder Bed Right Arm Sewing Machine with Beak Shutt%e INSTRUCTION BOOK G. M. PFAFF AG, Sewing Machine Factory, KAISERSLAUTERN
PFAFF 28 Cylinder Bed Right Arm Sewing Machine with Beak Shutt%e INSTRUCTION BOOK G. M. PFAFF AG, Sewing Machine Factory, KAISERSLAUTERN
Owner's Manual
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....oosng the Proper Needle 8 10. Taking Out the Beak Shuttle 12 14. Power Drive 15 18. Engaging and Disengaging the Sewing Mechanism 7 3. Threading the Needle 3 4, Winding the Bobbin 4 5. Regulating the Length of the Machine 13 16. Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 7 7. The Knee Lever Presser Foot Liftnr 12 13. Index Section Page 1, Dehvery of Sewing Troubles inside back cover Probable Causes of the Machine 2 2. Regulating the Pressure an the Material...
....oosng the Proper Needle 8 10. Taking Out the Beak Shuttle 12 14. Power Drive 15 18. Engaging and Disengaging the Sewing Mechanism 7 3. Threading the Needle 3 4, Winding the Bobbin 4 5. Regulating the Length of the Machine 13 16. Drawing Up the Bobbin Thread 7 7. The Knee Lever Presser Foot Liftnr 12 13. Index Section Page 1, Dehvery of Sewing Troubles inside back cover Probable Causes of the Machine 2 2. Regulating the Pressure an the Material...
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Instruction Book PFAFF 28 Cylinder Bed Right Arm Sewing Machine Fitted with standard or extra large beak shuttle, link fake-up, knee lever presser foot lifter, reversible drop feed, wooden extension or iron screw-on work support for flat seaming oper ations, provided for foot, individual motor or power bench drive
Instruction Book PFAFF 28 Cylinder Bed Right Arm Sewing Machine Fitted with standard or extra large beak shuttle, link fake-up, knee lever presser foot lifter, reversible drop feed, wooden extension or iron screw-on work support for flat seaming oper ations, provided for foot, individual motor or power bench drive
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... Sewing Mechanism Two varieties of the PFAFF 28 are shipped with fixed pulley so that only the pulley will rotate when treadling or starting the motor. To engage the sewing mechanism, hold the balance wheel with standard-size beak shuttle; 2. Ta increase the piercing power of the arrow (see photo il. with your left hand and turn the large knurled lock...
... Sewing Mechanism Two varieties of the PFAFF 28 are shipped with fixed pulley so that only the pulley will rotate when treadling or starting the motor. To engage the sewing mechanism, hold the balance wheel with standard-size beak shuttle; 2. Ta increase the piercing power of the arrow (see photo il. with your left hand and turn the large knurled lock...
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3. Note: As with all sewing machines, the needle of thread guide 2, around and between the tension discs 3, through check spring 4, beneath guide 5, through eyelet 6, right-left through take-up 7, through eyelets 8 and 9, needle bar eyelet 10, and then left-right through needle eye 11. ThreadIng the Needle As shown in photo 2, pass the thread from spool 1 through the three slotted holes of the PFAFF 28 is threaded in "long groove-short groove" direction. Photo 2 3
3. Note: As with all sewing machines, the needle of thread guide 2, around and between the tension discs 3, through check spring 4, beneath guide 5, through eyelet 6, right-left through take-up 7, through eyelets 8 and 9, needle bar eyelet 10, and then left-right through needle eye 11. ThreadIng the Needle As shown in photo 2, pass the thread from spool 1 through the three slotted holes of the PFAFF 28 is threaded in "long groove-short groove" direction. Photo 2 3
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... throw-off . Winding the Bobbin All PEAFF 28 machines are equipped with disengageable balance whel will stop the bobbin winder automatically. I Photo 3 The empty bobbin is inserted in the face of the bobbin. This way, a considerable time saving is effected since a full bobbin is engaged. Also the operators of the machine, the full bobbin removed from the spindle and the thread torn off lever 8 will profit from spool 1 through...
... throw-off . Winding the Bobbin All PEAFF 28 machines are equipped with disengageable balance whel will stop the bobbin winder automatically. I Photo 3 The empty bobbin is inserted in the face of the bobbin. This way, a considerable time saving is effected since a full bobbin is engaged. Also the operators of the machine, the full bobbin removed from the spindle and the thread torn off lever 8 will profit from spool 1 through...
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5. Changing the Bobbin and Threading the Bobbin Case Raise the shuttle race cop by the hinge screw. When inserting the full bobbin, care must be token that it slips completely under the tension spring and comes out again through the needle hole (see photo 9). 5 Turn the balance wheel until the bobbin thread comes up with the index finger of your left hand as shown in is pulled from...
5. Changing the Bobbin and Threading the Bobbin Case Raise the shuttle race cop by the hinge screw. When inserting the full bobbin, care must be token that it slips completely under the tension spring and comes out again through the needle hole (see photo 9). 5 Turn the balance wheel until the bobbin thread comes up with the index finger of your left hand as shown in is pulled from...
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Lay both threads back under the presser foot. Basic Role: Stop the machine or commence sewing only with the take.up in figure 10. Photo 6 Photo 7 7. Regulating the Thread Tensions To obtain a perfect seam, observe the following points: The needle and bobbin threads should be locked in the center of the moteriol as shown in its highest position. 3. In this case it counter-clockwise sion...
Lay both threads back under the presser foot. Basic Role: Stop the machine or commence sewing only with the take.up in figure 10. Photo 6 Photo 7 7. Regulating the Thread Tensions To obtain a perfect seam, observe the following points: The needle and bobbin threads should be locked in the center of the moteriol as shown in its highest position. 3. In this case it counter-clockwise sion...
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... of he ma ter ia. Photo 8 Photo 9 The bobbin thread tension is absolutely essential to use cheap threads of inferior quabty which are locked in fig. 11) or the bobbin thread tension too loose. 7 The seam must show tightly drawn and straight sttchus which might impair the quality of the whole work done on the PFAFF 28 coIls not only for perfect but also for...
... of he ma ter ia. Photo 8 Photo 9 The bobbin thread tension is absolutely essential to use cheap threads of inferior quabty which are locked in fig. 11) or the bobbin thread tension too loose. 7 The seam must show tightly drawn and straight sttchus which might impair the quality of the whole work done on the PFAFF 28 coIls not only for perfect but also for...
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... the Proper Needle Far obtaining perfect seams in increased; and through the teeth oF the feed dog depend on the proper adjustment of the pressure on the material in leather work with a presser foot. Proper feeding and even stitching as weil as raising the presser bar will have to decide in each individual case whether or not either with a roller presssr or with PFAFF 28 machines, it...
... the Proper Needle Far obtaining perfect seams in increased; and through the teeth oF the feed dog depend on the proper adjustment of the pressure on the material in leather work with a presser foot. Proper feeding and even stitching as weil as raising the presser bar will have to decide in each individual case whether or not either with a roller presssr or with PFAFF 28 machines, it...
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... the thread and mcgterial used. 9 This needle is used for sewing fabrics. If the needles are used with PFAFF 28 machines, depending on the needle point). Variety PFAFF 28-8 A.B PFAFF 28-9 A B PFAFF 28 10 C D PFAF 2815 BC EFAFF 28-17 B PFAFF 28-17 C PFAFF 28-18 B PFAFF 28-18 C PFAFF 28-33 AB PFAFF 28-133AB PFAFF 28-155 B PFAFF 28-155C PFAFF 28-190A/B PFAFF 28-192 PFAFF 28-199 Table of Needle Sizes Needles Systam 690 690 805 805 805 805 805 805 690 190 805 805 690 805 805 Length of Needle...
... the thread and mcgterial used. 9 This needle is used for sewing fabrics. If the needles are used with PFAFF 28 machines, depending on the needle point). Variety PFAFF 28-8 A.B PFAFF 28-9 A B PFAFF 28 10 C D PFAF 2815 BC EFAFF 28-17 B PFAFF 28-17 C PFAFF 28-18 B PFAFF 28-18 C PFAFF 28-33 AB PFAFF 28-133AB PFAFF 28-155 B PFAFF 28-155C PFAFF 28-190A/B PFAFF 28-192 PFAFF 28-199 Table of Needle Sizes Needles Systam 690 690 805 805 805 805 805 805 690 190 805 805 690 805 805 Length of Needle...
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...Linen 18 Class of Work very fine leather, flimsy fabrics fine leather, fine linings medium leather, fine shoe uppers and bags, medium fabrics cowhide leather work light briet-cases shopping bags, etc. Needle and Thread Chart PFAFF Needle Size 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Thread Weight Cotton Rayon ...continuous fiber Silk, staple fiber 60-40 30-24 0 22 Cotton Rayon Si. cowhide leather work , knapsacks, light canvas, etc. oilcloths medium-heavy leather, bandages, cowhide work shoe uppers, oiled cloths, leather garments heavyweight leather, football boots, footballs, mountain boots...
...Linen 18 Class of Work very fine leather, flimsy fabrics fine leather, fine linings medium leather, fine shoe uppers and bags, medium fabrics cowhide leather work light briet-cases shopping bags, etc. Needle and Thread Chart PFAFF Needle Size 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Thread Weight Cotton Rayon ...continuous fiber Silk, staple fiber 60-40 30-24 0 22 Cotton Rayon Si. cowhide leather work , knapsacks, light canvas, etc. oilcloths medium-heavy leather, bandages, cowhide work shoe uppers, oiled cloths, leather garments heavyweight leather, football boots, footballs, mountain boots...
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... the pointer of Stitch the PFAFF 28 has its stitch regulator conveniently arranged under the arm indicates the stith length in the needle bar as far as it will go and the lever is then pushed over from the operator, the machine will go and to reverse the direction of feeding for forward sewing. This device allows to regulate the length of stitch and to be fastened...
... the pointer of Stitch the PFAFF 28 has its stitch regulator conveniently arranged under the arm indicates the stith length in the needle bar as far as it will go and the lever is then pushed over from the operator, the machine will go and to reverse the direction of feeding for forward sewing. This device allows to regulate the length of stitch and to be fastened...
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... 28-15, all PFAFF 28 machines are provid ed with both hands when performing intricate sewing operations. Taking Out the Beak Shuttle When it is done as instructed in pholos 14 and 15. The knee lever pad can easily be adjusted vertically and horizontally so as to take out the beak shuttle for a thorough cleaning or for removing thread amming in the shuttle race, remove the shuttle...
... 28-15, all PFAFF 28 machines are provid ed with both hands when performing intricate sewing operations. Taking Out the Beak Shuttle When it is done as instructed in pholos 14 and 15. The knee lever pad can easily be adjusted vertically and horizontally so as to take out the beak shuttle for a thorough cleaning or for removing thread amming in the shuttle race, remove the shuttle...
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... cleaning ond adequate lubrication will considerably increr'se the service life of your work. Photo 16 15. Top-quality sewing machine oil can be applied occasionally to the link parts of a greater capa city. 14. A crop of oil should only be applied to accomodate a bobbin of the take-up see photo 16). Tilting the Machine Over Compared with the obsolete PFAFF...
... cleaning ond adequate lubrication will considerably increr'se the service life of your work. Photo 16 15. Top-quality sewing machine oil can be applied occasionally to the link parts of a greater capa city. 14. A crop of oil should only be applied to accomodate a bobbin of the take-up see photo 16). Tilting the Machine Over Compared with the obsolete PFAFF...
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... the vertical part of the arm movable contact are to your fingers. 14 Before cleaning the machine, it is advisable to remove the needle to prevent inlury to be brushed off the shuttle unduly. The machine will repay thorough cleaning and proper oiling with light running and perfect stitching. All should fluff that hos be oiled. (as , feed dog otherwise, and needle its abrasive plate effect would...
... the vertical part of the arm movable contact are to your fingers. 14 Before cleaning the machine, it is advisable to remove the needle to prevent inlury to be brushed off the shuttle unduly. The machine will repay thorough cleaning and proper oiling with light running and perfect stitching. All should fluff that hos be oiled. (as , feed dog otherwise, and needle its abrasive plate effect would...
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... PFAFF 28, in most cases, is equipped, with a ' HP electric motor which will the PFAFF 28 be used . It is sufficient to rub off the machine now and then with same kerosene and to the crank tips and the treadle studs occasionally. Oil would be used as a foot driven machine exclusively. It is entirely sufficient to make lubrication superfluous for speeds up to 1,600 stitches...
... PFAFF 28, in most cases, is equipped, with a ' HP electric motor which will the PFAFF 28 be used . It is sufficient to rub off the machine now and then with same kerosene and to the crank tips and the treadle studs occasionally. Oil would be used as a foot driven machine exclusively. It is entirely sufficient to make lubrication superfluous for speeds up to 1,600 stitches...
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... the case of a breakdown of the power supply, the machine can instantly be used for all PEAFF 28 machines. After a longer period of the cut -out in handy tubes. This means that the edges of a foot driven machine will present no maintenance. The complete treadle assembly is pushed over the cylinder bed from left on plate, size 8 8 - Photo 19 The wocden extension is...
... the case of a breakdown of the power supply, the machine can instantly be used for all PEAFF 28 machines. After a longer period of the cut -out in handy tubes. This means that the edges of a foot driven machine will present no maintenance. The complete treadle assembly is pushed over the cylinder bed from left on plate, size 8 8 - Photo 19 The wocden extension is...
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... needle system used . Machine not oiled after having been cleaned with kerosene. Pushing or pulling of Thread: 1. Tensions improperly regulated. 2. Shuttle race insufficiently oiled. 5. Needle bent. 4. Breaking of the work during the sewing. Binding of Stitches: 1. Needle thread tension too tight. 4. Needle threaded incorrectly. 5. Shuttle race insufficiently oiled. 5. Thread jamming in shuttle race. 6. Needle too thin or thread too thick. 3. Odd thread accumulated between tension discs. 19 Probable Causes of Sewing Troubles Skipping of Machine: 1. Thread...
... needle system used . Machine not oiled after having been cleaned with kerosene. Pushing or pulling of Thread: 1. Tensions improperly regulated. 2. Shuttle race insufficiently oiled. 5. Needle bent. 4. Breaking of the work during the sewing. Binding of Stitches: 1. Needle thread tension too tight. 4. Needle threaded incorrectly. 5. Shuttle race insufficiently oiled. 5. Thread jamming in shuttle race. 6. Needle too thin or thread too thick. 3. Odd thread accumulated between tension discs. 19 Probable Causes of Sewing Troubles Skipping of Machine: 1. Thread...
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The Trade Mark and the name PFAFF are registered. SEWING MACHINE FACTORY G. All rights reserved. P 1055 Printed in Grmun, Nr. 9008 engl. M. PFAFF AG, KAISERSLAUTERN Founded 1862 Certificate of Guarantee For every PFAFF Sewing Machine bearing this TRADE MARK and the name PFAFF the factory assumes fu(I guarantee for first-class quality, efficiency, and durability.
The Trade Mark and the name PFAFF are registered. SEWING MACHINE FACTORY G. All rights reserved. P 1055 Printed in Grmun, Nr. 9008 engl. M. PFAFF AG, KAISERSLAUTERN Founded 1862 Certificate of Guarantee For every PFAFF Sewing Machine bearing this TRADE MARK and the name PFAFF the factory assumes fu(I guarantee for first-class quality, efficiency, and durability.