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... on you focus on environmental friendly paper. 160s smarter by the premier pfaff® sewing machine brand I Am Smart Choose one of KSIN Luxembourg II S.ar.l. Your passion. Your authorized PFAFF® dealer: Be Smart. Myself. Your sewing. 160s 23 stitches Automatic buttonhole 140s 21 stitches Manual buttonhole Features like adjustable stitch width, seven point feed dogs and...
... on you focus on environmental friendly paper. 160s smarter by the premier pfaff® sewing machine brand I Am Smart Choose one of KSIN Luxembourg II S.ar.l. Your passion. Your authorized PFAFF® dealer: Be Smart. Myself. Your sewing. 160s 23 stitches Automatic buttonhole 140s 21 stitches Manual buttonhole Features like adjustable stitch width, seven point feed dogs and...
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... of helping you 'll want them on your new favorite purchase. The smarter by pfaff™ machines are up as a spectacular detail. With smart features and a unique design, the smarter by adjusting the stitch width on display, but for topstitching or other accurate stitching where the stitch position needs to fit your sewing skills. 6mm adjustable...
... of helping you 'll want them on your new favorite purchase. The smarter by pfaff™ machines are up as a spectacular detail. With smart features and a unique design, the smarter by adjusting the stitch width on display, but for topstitching or other accurate stitching where the stitch position needs to fit your sewing skills. 6mm adjustable...
Manual
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...DEXWWRQKROHWRÀWWKDWEXWton size. 8 The red guide on the foot guides the fabric. Clearview Foot 1 When sewing decorative stitches or short zigzag stitches and other than the recommended, swing the needle by turning the hand wheel to both sides of the hem edge. One-Step ...Buttonhole Foot 5B (for 160s) This foot has a space in the foot. Presser Feet Standard Presser Foot 0 This foot is used mainly for blindhem stitches. Blindhem Foot 3 This foot is used for straight stitching and zigzag stitching with less than 1.0 mm. If using Blind Hem Foot...
...DEXWWRQKROHWRÀWWKDWEXWton size. 8 The red guide on the foot guides the fabric. Clearview Foot 1 When sewing decorative stitches or short zigzag stitches and other than the recommended, swing the needle by turning the hand wheel to both sides of the hem edge. One-Step ...Buttonhole Foot 5B (for 160s) This foot has a space in the foot. Presser Feet Standard Presser Foot 0 This foot is used mainly for blindhem stitches. Blindhem Foot 3 This foot is used for straight stitching and zigzag stitching with less than 1.0 mm. If using Blind Hem Foot...
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Stitch Overview - 160s Stitch Name 5B 1-step Buttonhole 0 6WUDLJKWVWLWFK 0 =LJ]DJVWLWFK 0 Triple zigzag stitch 3 Blindhem stitch 3 Elastic blindhem stitch * 1 Decor stitch 1 Checker satin stitch 1 Open scallop 1 %ULGJLQJ6WLWFK 0/1 Greek stitch 0/1 6KHOOHGJLQJVWLWFK Description 6WDQGDUGEXWWRQKROH For all fabrics and types of work 6DWLQGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFK 6DWLQGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFK For overcasting, sewing on sports- crotch ...
Stitch Overview - 160s Stitch Name 5B 1-step Buttonhole 0 6WUDLJKWVWLWFK 0 =LJ]DJVWLWFK 0 Triple zigzag stitch 3 Blindhem stitch 3 Elastic blindhem stitch * 1 Decor stitch 1 Checker satin stitch 1 Open scallop 1 %ULGJLQJ6WLWFK 0/1 Greek stitch 0/1 6KHOOHGJLQJVWLWFK Description 6WDQGDUGEXWWRQKROH For all fabrics and types of work 6DWLQGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFK 6DWLQGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFK For overcasting, sewing on sports- crotch ...
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... for decorative hem seams 3 6XSHUVWUHWFK A decorative stretch stitch 1 Edge stitch narrow A decorative stitch 3 Overlock stitch * 3 Closed overlock stitch * 0 )HDWKHU6WLWFK A closing and serging seam for stronger or nonfraying materials A closing and serging seam for fraying materials A decorative stitch 1 &URVV6WLWFKHV A decorative stitch 1 Decorative stitch A decorative stitch * These stitches are stretch stitches 10 Stitch Overview - 140s Stitch 2 3 5A 1 4 0 Name 4-step Buttonhole 6WUDLJKWVWLWFK Description...
... for decorative hem seams 3 6XSHUVWUHWFK A decorative stretch stitch 1 Edge stitch narrow A decorative stitch 3 Overlock stitch * 3 Closed overlock stitch * 0 )HDWKHU6WLWFK A closing and serging seam for stronger or nonfraying materials A closing and serging seam for fraying materials A decorative stitch 1 &URVV6WLWFKHV A decorative stitch 1 Decorative stitch A decorative stitch * These stitches are stretch stitches 10 Stitch Overview - 140s Stitch 2 3 5A 1 4 0 Name 4-step Buttonhole 6WUDLJKWVWLWFK Description...
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... the box, remove the outer packaging and lift off the machine carrying case. 2. The sewing speed is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature. Press the 2,VZLWFK% WR´,µWRWXUQRQ power and light. Do not modify the plug...socket. For this sewing machine, foot control model 9 9 PDQXIDFWXUHGE\=+(-,$1* FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD &KLQD PXVWEHXVHG 1. Note: Your SMARTER BY PFAFF™ 140s/160s sewing machine is regulated by pressing the foot control. 2. Remove all outer packing material and the plastic bag. Unplug the power cord ...
... the box, remove the outer packaging and lift off the machine carrying case. 2. The sewing speed is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature. Press the 2,VZLWFK% WR´,µWRWXUQRQ power and light. Do not modify the plug...socket. For this sewing machine, foot control model 9 9 PDQXIDFWXUHGE\=+(-,$1* FOUNDER MOTOR CORPORATION LTD &KLQD PXVWEHXVHG 1. Note: Your SMARTER BY PFAFF™ 140s/160s sewing machine is regulated by pressing the foot control. 2. Remove all outer packing material and the plastic bag. Unplug the power cord ...
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... sewing needle with a twin needle. B 6OLGH RQ D ODUJH VSRRO FDS DQG D IHOW pad. Note: When you are using a twin needle, you need to reduce the stitch width to reduce G it depends on the thread. Insert the auxiliary spool pin. T h r e a d d o w n t h r o u g h t h e r i g h t WKUHDGLQJ VORW & DQG...VORW' 4. Note: The weight and irregular surface of specialty threads such as metallic increases the amount of the twin needle, stitch plate or presser foot. C F H 16 Place the second thread spool on the spool pin and fit the appropriately sized spool...
... sewing needle with a twin needle. B 6OLGH RQ D ODUJH VSRRO FDS DQG D IHOW pad. Note: When you are using a twin needle, you need to reduce the stitch width to reduce G it depends on the thread. Insert the auxiliary spool pin. T h r e a d d o w n t h r o u g h t h e r i g h t WKUHDGLQJ VORW & DQG...VORW' 4. Note: The weight and irregular surface of specialty threads such as metallic increases the amount of the twin needle, stitch plate or presser foot. C F H 16 Place the second thread spool on the spool pin and fit the appropriately sized spool...
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... thread tension is correctly adjusted. If this happens, simply replace the dial and turn the dial on a scrap piece of the fabric. For the best stitch appearance and durability, make sure the needle thread tension is too loose & ,QFUHDVHWKHQHHGOHWKUHDGWHQVLRQ For decorative... stitches and buttonholes, the top thread should be adjusted. For general sewing, the threads evenly meet between the two layers of fabric $ If the bobbin thread ...
... thread tension is correctly adjusted. If this happens, simply replace the dial and turn the dial on a scrap piece of the fabric. For the best stitch appearance and durability, make sure the needle thread tension is too loose & ,QFUHDVHWKHQHHGOHWKUHDGWHQVLRQ For decorative... stitches and buttonholes, the top thread should be adjusted. For general sewing, the threads evenly meet between the two layers of fabric $ If the bobbin thread ...
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... (C) D Denim needles have a slightly rounded point and come in a variety of the thread. A damaged needle can cause skipped stitches, breakage or snapping of fabric types and weights. Changing the Needle 1. YDVGHQLPPLFURÀEHUV0DUNHGZLWKDEOXHEDQG Note:... Universal Needle (A) Universal needles have a sharp point to penetrate tightly ZRYHQ IDEULFV ZLWKRXW GHÁHFWLQJ WKH QHHGOH )RU FDQ- age the stitch plate. Use the screw-driver if necessary. 2. Stretch Needle (B) 6WUHWFK QHHGOHV KDYH D VSHFLDO VFDUI WR HOLPLQDWH VNLSSHG VWLWFKHV ZKHQ WKHUH...
... (C) D Denim needles have a slightly rounded point and come in a variety of the thread. A damaged needle can cause skipped stitches, breakage or snapping of fabric types and weights. Changing the Needle 1. YDVGHQLPPLFURÀEHUV0DUNHGZLWKDEOXHEDQG Note:... Universal Needle (A) Universal needles have a sharp point to penetrate tightly ZRYHQ IDEULFV ZLWKRXW GHÁHFWLQJ WKH QHHGOH )RU FDQ- age the stitch plate. Use the screw-driver if necessary. 2. Stretch Needle (B) 6WUHWFK QHHGOHV KDYH D VSHFLDO VFDUI WR HOLPLQDWH VNLSSHG VWLWFKHV ZKHQ WKHUH...
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...GLDOWR6 The mark shows the adjustment range when sewing the buttonhole. 21 Stitch Selection 5DLVHWKHQHHGOHWRLWVKLJKHVWSRVLWLRQ$ 7XUQ WKH VWLWFK VHOHFWLRQ GLDO % WR VHW WKH desired stitch. The stitch length can be varied IURP PP WKH QXPEHUV RQ WKH... PDUN% 7KHKLJKHUWKHQXPEHUWKHORQJHU the stitch. Stitch Length 7XUQWKHVWLWFKOHQJWKGLDO$ XQWLOWKHGHVLUHG stitch length corresponds to the stitch length in PP When sewing using the stitches printed in white on the stitch VHOHFWLRQGLDOKDYHDÀ[HGVWLWFKOHQJWKVHH ...
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... the center to the right. Note: Before you turn the stitch width dial, raise the needle to the left. Model 160s Model 140s Reverse Sewing Press the reverse lever down to adjust the position of the stitch for example when topstitching. The higher the number, the wider the... VWLWFK $ FHQWHU VWUDLJKW VWLWFK LV VHW WR ´µ A stitch width. The stitch width can be varied...
... the center to the right. Note: Before you turn the stitch width dial, raise the needle to the left. Model 160s Model 140s Reverse Sewing Press the reverse lever down to adjust the position of the stitch for example when topstitching. The higher the number, the wider the... VWLWFK $ FHQWHU VWUDLJKW VWLWFK LV VHW WR ´µ A stitch width. The stitch width can be varied...
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... machine and turn the handwheel toward the back. Press the foot control. Raise the presser foot. Finish Sewing Press the reverse stitch lever and sew several stitches in the new direction. B. Lower the presser foot and pull the threads toward you want D. Pivot the fabric around the needle... Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in reverse at the end of the seam. The threads are cut the proper length for Straight Stitch or sewing in mm line on the needle plate. Thread tension E. ing the needle position, e.g. Change Sewing Direction To change sewing direction ...
... machine and turn the handwheel toward the back. Press the foot control. Raise the presser foot. Finish Sewing Press the reverse stitch lever and sew several stitches in the new direction. B. Lower the presser foot and pull the threads toward you want D. Pivot the fabric around the needle... Lower the presser foot and continue sewing in reverse at the end of the seam. The threads are cut the proper length for Straight Stitch or sewing in mm line on the needle plate. Thread tension E. ing the needle position, e.g. Change Sewing Direction To change sewing direction ...
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... fabrics. Three-Step Zigzag Stitch stitch Three-step zigzag stitch is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that it is a triple and elastic stitch. Carefully guide the fabric while sewing as an elastic stitch to allow seams to stretch when sew- Reinforced Straight Stitch stitch This stitch is stronger than regular straight stitch, due to the...
... fabrics. Three-Step Zigzag Stitch stitch Three-step zigzag stitch is sewn with two stitches forward and one stitch backward, forming a seam that it is a triple and elastic stitch. Carefully guide the fabric while sewing as an elastic stitch to allow seams to stretch when sew- Reinforced Straight Stitch stitch This stitch is stronger than regular straight stitch, due to the...
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.... 8VHWKLVVWLWFKWRKHPVWUHWFKIDEULFV$ DQG IRU EHOW ORRSV % )ROG D KHP WR WKH ZURQJ side and stitch with closed overlock stitch is more elas- 6 5 3-7 3 tic than the recommended, swing the needle by turning the hand wheel to make sure the needle doesn...from puckering. Durable stitch; This stitch is perfect for overlock stitch Tip: When sewing, guide the fabric edge along the metal pin of the foot. Closed Overlock Stitch The closed overlock stitch A from the right side. Overlock Stitch The open overlock stitch sews the seam and stitch overcast the edge...
.... 8VHWKLVVWLWFKWRKHPVWUHWFKIDEULFV$ DQG IRU EHOW ORRSV % )ROG D KHP WR WKH ZURQJ side and stitch with closed overlock stitch is more elas- 6 5 3-7 3 tic than the recommended, swing the needle by turning the hand wheel to make sure the needle doesn...from puckering. Durable stitch; This stitch is perfect for overlock stitch Tip: When sewing, guide the fabric edge along the metal pin of the foot. Closed Overlock Stitch The closed overlock stitch A from the right side. Overlock Stitch The open overlock stitch sews the seam and stitch overcast the edge...
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... QR QHHG WR ÀQLVK WKH UDZ HGJH ÀUVW RQ PRVW knits. The hem is especially suitable for blindhem stitch wrong side. 3. Note: If using a stitch width other than the recommended, swing the needle by turning the hand wheel to the Set for stretchy fabrics, because the zigzag in...foot so WKDWWKHIROGUXQVDORQJHGJHJXLGH$ 5. When the needle swings into the fold it should now be facing up. 4. Blindhem stitch Elastic Blindhem stitch Right side of the hem. 2. Blindhem stitch The blindhem stitch is used to make sure the needle doesn't hit the metal pin in the...
... QR QHHG WR ÀQLVK WKH UDZ HGJH ÀUVW RQ PRVW knits. The hem is especially suitable for blindhem stitch wrong side. 3. Note: If using a stitch width other than the recommended, swing the needle by turning the hand wheel to the Set for stretchy fabrics, because the zigzag in...foot so WKDWWKHIROGUXQVDORQJHGJHJXLGH$ 5. When the needle swings into the fold it should now be facing up. 4. Blindhem stitch Elastic Blindhem stitch Right side of the hem. 2. Blindhem stitch The blindhem stitch is used to make sure the needle doesn't hit the metal pin in the...
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...RYHUWKHGDPDJHGDUHDXVLQJWKH]LJ]DJ or three-step zigzag stitch. Set for zigzag stitch Pin or baste a patch to your fabric/project and stitch around the edges with any of the stitches. Darning with the Three-Step Zigzag Stitch A small hole or tear is easily darned with three-step zigzag ... of fabric used to PDNHDSSOLTXpV Set for three-step zigzag 6HZRYHUWKHIDEULFHGJHVZLWKWKH]LJ]DJRU the three-step zigzag stitch. Tip: To make the darning even sturdier, place a fabric underneath the hole/tear before sewing. Baste the new piece of fabric onto the dam- 1-2 5 3-5...
...RYHUWKHGDPDJHGDUHDXVLQJWKH]LJ]DJ or three-step zigzag stitch. Set for zigzag stitch Pin or baste a patch to your fabric/project and stitch around the edges with any of the stitches. Darning with the Three-Step Zigzag Stitch A small hole or tear is easily darned with three-step zigzag ... of fabric used to PDNHDSSOLTXpV Set for three-step zigzag 6HZRYHUWKHIDEULFHGJHVZLWKWKH]LJ]DJRU the three-step zigzag stitch. Tip: To make the darning even sturdier, place a fabric underneath the hole/tear before sewing. Baste the new piece of fabric onto the dam- 1-2 5 3-5...
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Sewing on Buttons 6HZEXWWRQVTXLFNO\ZLWK\RXUVHZLQJPDFKLQH stitch 0 3-5 3-5 ² 1. Remove the presser foot and lower the IHHGGRJV$ Set for ...is set . Place the fabric and button under the ankle with the hand wheel to verify that the correct stitch width is completed. 28 Bring the needle down into the holes of the button. Press the foot control ...to be located. If you sew a tiny button or a very large coat button, decrease or increase A the stitch width until the swing of the needle sews in the holes of the button with the holes in diameter. 3....
Sewing on Buttons 6HZEXWWRQVTXLFNO\ZLWK\RXUVHZLQJPDFKLQH stitch 0 3-5 3-5 ² 1. Remove the presser foot and lower the IHHGGRJV$ Set for ...is set . Place the fabric and button under the ankle with the hand wheel to verify that the correct stitch width is completed. 28 Bring the needle down into the holes of the button. Press the foot control ...to be located. If you sew a tiny button or a very large coat button, decrease or increase A the stitch width until the swing of the needle sews in the holes of the button with the holes in diameter. 3....
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... thread into a needle, pull to the EDFN DV LOOXVWUDWHG WR WKH ULJKW * 6WRS sewing when the last buttonhole column LVÀQLVKHG 7. Standard Buttonhole (model 160s) stitch The fabric should fit between the EXWWRQKROGHUOHYHU% DQGWKHVWRSSHU) 6. Carefully cut your garment under the foot. 4. The buttonhole is A aligned with a seam...
... thread into a needle, pull to the EDFN DV LOOXVWUDWHG WR WKH ULJKW * 6WRS sewing when the last buttonhole column LVÀQLVKHG 7. Standard Buttonhole (model 160s) stitch The fabric should fit between the EXWWRQKROGHUOHYHU% DQGWKHVWRSSHU) 6. Carefully cut your garment under the foot. 4. The buttonhole is A aligned with a seam...
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.... They are arranged at an interval of WKH EXWWRQKROH WR WKH UHTXLUHG OHQJWK Cut the top thread after a few stitches. 2. Raise the needle to sew any buttonhole, always push the the buttonhole foot fully back. Mark the start position and buttonhole... a few bartacks. 3. lized where buttonholes are to its highest position. 2 6HOHFWVWLWFK 4 and sew a few bartacks. 5 5. Standard Buttonhole (model 140s) stitch The fabric should be sewn. 2 3 6 1 4 Prepare the Buttonhole Measure diameter and thickness of the buttonhole until it matches the previous side in length. 4....
.... They are arranged at an interval of WKH EXWWRQKROH WR WKH UHTXLUHG OHQJWK Cut the top thread after a few stitches. 2. Raise the needle to sew any buttonhole, always push the the buttonhole foot fully back. Mark the start position and buttonhole... a few bartacks. 3. lized where buttonholes are to its highest position. 2 6HOHFWVWLWFK 4 and sew a few bartacks. 5 5. Standard Buttonhole (model 140s) stitch The fabric should be sewn. 2 3 6 1 4 Prepare the Buttonhole Measure diameter and thickness of the buttonhole until it matches the previous side in length. 4....
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...VDWLQEXWWRQKROH columns will produce better results. • Use an extra stabilizer for fine or stretchy fabrics. Tips: • Slightly reducing upper thread tension will stitch over the finger at the back of the buttonhole is finished, lift WKHFRUGRIIWKHÀQJHUVDQGSXOORXWWKH slack. 4. A B 31 Thread...
...VDWLQEXWWRQKROH columns will produce better results. • Use an extra stabilizer for fine or stretchy fabrics. Tips: • Slightly reducing upper thread tension will stitch over the finger at the back of the buttonhole is finished, lift WKHFRUGRIIWKHÀQJHUVDQGSXOORXWWKH slack. 4. A B 31 Thread...