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... ´µ ZKHQPDNLQJDQ\DGMXVWPHQWLQWKHQHHGOHDUHDVXFKDV threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Never drop or insert any object into water. Make sure to the machine. To reduce the risk of the sewing machine and foot control free from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should never be left unattended...
... ´µ ZKHQPDNLQJDQ\DGMXVWPHQWLQWKHQHHGOHDUHDVXFKDV threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Never drop or insert any object into water. Make sure to the machine. To reduce the risk of the sewing machine and foot control free from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should never be left unattended...
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Congratulations on purchasing your creative ideas into reality. %HIRUH\RXVWDUWSOHDVHVSHQGVRPHWLPHUHDGLQJWKLVRZQHU·VPDQXDO As a sewing enthusiast, you KDYHDFTXLUHGDPDFKLQHWKDWIHDWXUHVWKHYHU\ODWHVWLQERWKGHVLJQDQGWHFKQRORJ\HQDEOLQJ you to transform your new PFAFF® sewing machine. Congratulations!
Congratulations on purchasing your creative ideas into reality. %HIRUH\RXVWDUWSOHDVHVSHQGVRPHWLPHUHDGLQJWKLVRZQHU·VPDQXDO As a sewing enthusiast, you KDYHDFTXLUHGDPDFKLQHWKDWIHDWXUHVWKHYHU\ODWHVWLQERWKGHVLJQDQGWHFKQRORJ\HQDEOLQJ you to transform your new PFAFF® sewing machine. Congratulations!
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Introduction Introduction Machine overview 1 18 2 3 19 4 5 5 17 11 6 12 7 13 8 14 15 9 10 16 Front side 1. Threading slots 6SHHGFRQWUROVOLGH 4. Thread cutter 5. Lower thread guide 12. Buttons and graphic display 19. Needle bar 6WLWFKSODWH 10. Needle thread guide 15. Presser foot 17. Built-in needle threader 7. Presser foot bar and presser foot holder 16. Lid with stitch overview 2. Presser foot lift 13. Free arm 18. Buttonhole lever 8. Handwheel Needle screw 14. Bobbin cover 6 11. LED lights 6.
Introduction Introduction Machine overview 1 18 2 3 19 4 5 5 17 11 6 12 7 13 8 14 15 9 10 16 Front side 1. Threading slots 6SHHGFRQWUROVOLGH 4. Thread cutter 5. Lower thread guide 12. Buttons and graphic display 19. Needle bar 6WLWFKSODWH 10. Needle thread guide 15. Presser foot 17. Built-in needle threader 7. Presser foot bar and presser foot holder 16. Lid with stitch overview 2. Presser foot lift 13. Free arm 18. Buttonhole lever 8. Handwheel Needle screw 14. Bobbin cover 6 11. LED lights 6.
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... switch, connectors for needles DQGRWKHUDFFHVVRULHV6WRUHWKHDFFHVVRULHVLQWKH tray so they are easily accessible. 36 6SDFHIRUDFFHVVRULHV 36. Removable tray for auxiliary spool pin 24. Hole for presser feet 37 37. Thread tension discs 27. Presser foot lift 33. Bobbin thread cutter 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 23 24 29 Rear side 30. Thread tension dial 28. Bobbin winder tension disc 29. Presser foot pressure dial 21.
... switch, connectors for needles DQGRWKHUDFFHVVRULHV6WRUHWKHDFFHVVRULHVLQWKH tray so they are easily accessible. 36 6SDFHIRUDFFHVVRULHV 36. Removable tray for auxiliary spool pin 24. Hole for presser feet 37 37. Thread tension discs 27. Presser foot lift 33. Bobbin thread cutter 20 21 22 25 26 27 28 23 24 29 Rear side 30. Thread tension dial 28. Bobbin winder tension disc 29. Presser foot pressure dial 21.
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... toe on the machine upon delivery) This foot is designed to set the size of the needle, making it easy to sew close to zipper teeth. Move the needle position to the right or left of the buttonhole. One step Buttonhole foot 5B This foot has a space in picture 46 • Foot control • Power cord • Needles • Hard cover Presser feet Standard presser foot 0A with a stitch length longer than 1.0mm stitch length, use this foot. Felt pad 6FUHZGULYHU...
... toe on the machine upon delivery) This foot is designed to set the size of the needle, making it easy to sew close to zipper teeth. Move the needle position to the right or left of the buttonhole. One step Buttonhole foot 5B This foot has a space in picture 46 • Foot control • Power cord • Needles • Hard cover Presser feet Standard presser foot 0A with a stitch length longer than 1.0mm stitch length, use this foot. Felt pad 6FUHZGULYHU...
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... zigzag stitch 6HZLQJHODVWLFGDUQLQJSDWFKLQJ 8 Elastic stitch 9 6HZLQJHODVWLFGDUQLQJSDWFKLQJ Honeycomb stitch 10 Bridging stitch 11 Decorative stitch for stretch fabrics and hems. Also used with elastic thread in the bobbin. -RLQLQJIDEULFVDQGTXLOWEDWWLQJGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFKIRUTXLOWLQJKHPVWLWFKLQJ Foundation elastic stitch Joining stitch for undergarments, terry cloth, leather, bulky fabrics where 12 overlapping the seams. Crosshem stitch 13 Elastic decorative hem for stretch fabrics. 21 hem 9 Introduction Stitch overview 8WLOLW\VWLWFKHV Stitch Number...
... zigzag stitch 6HZLQJHODVWLFGDUQLQJSDWFKLQJ 8 Elastic stitch 9 6HZLQJHODVWLFGDUQLQJSDWFKLQJ Honeycomb stitch 10 Bridging stitch 11 Decorative stitch for stretch fabrics and hems. Also used with elastic thread in the bobbin. -RLQLQJIDEULFVDQGTXLOWEDWWLQJGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFKIRUTXLOWLQJKHPVWLWFKLQJ Foundation elastic stitch Joining stitch for undergarments, terry cloth, leather, bulky fabrics where 12 overlapping the seams. Crosshem stitch 13 Elastic decorative hem for stretch fabrics. 21 hem 9 Introduction Stitch overview 8WLOLW\VWLWFKHV Stitch Number...
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...ÀHGHOHFWULFLDQWR install the proper outlet. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine. 3. Note: Your PFAFF® ambition™ 1.0 sewing machine is not in use. Press the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn on to the rear socket on the hard cover. Unplug the C power cord when the machine is adjusted to the power source. Wind the cord around the foot control for easy storage. 3ODFH...
...ÀHGHOHFWULFLDQWR install the proper outlet. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine. 3. Note: Your PFAFF® ambition™ 1.0 sewing machine is not in use. Press the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn on to the rear socket on the hard cover. Unplug the C power cord when the machine is adjusted to the power source. Wind the cord around the foot control for easy storage. 3ODFH...
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... (F). On light fabrics such as silk or rayon the dual feed prevents puckering of the seam. Press the IDT™ system down , then pull it engages. Engaging the IDT™ V\VWHP Important: For all work with the IDT™ system, use presser feet with the center back cut off before inserting or removing the bobbin. Preparations Inserting the bobbin Make sure that the needle is...
... (F). On light fabrics such as silk or rayon the dual feed prevents puckering of the seam. Press the IDT™ system down , then pull it engages. Engaging the IDT™ V\VWHP Important: For all work with the IDT™ system, use presser feet with the center back cut off before inserting or removing the bobbin. Preparations Inserting the bobbin Make sure that the needle is...
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... piece of the fabric, the needle thread tension is too loose. Note: If the dial is turned clockwise until it comes to sew and check the tension. 19 Do not try to adjust the presser foot pressure. Increase the needle thread tension. Make a few tests on the underside of the machine. Use the recommended thread tension setting given on top of the fabric. Preparations Presser foot pressure The presser foot pressure has been pre-set the thread tension, turn the dial on the...
... piece of the fabric, the needle thread tension is too loose. Note: If the dial is turned clockwise until it comes to sew and check the tension. 19 Do not try to adjust the presser foot pressure. Increase the needle thread tension. Make a few tests on the underside of the machine. Use the recommended thread tension setting given on top of the fabric. Preparations Presser foot pressure The presser foot pressure has been pre-set the thread tension, turn the dial on the...
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... to thread and materials. Note: Change the needle often. Marked with your sewing machine. For general sewing in a variety of fabric types and weights. 6WUHWFKQHHGOH & 6WUHWFKQHHGOHVKDYHDVSHFLDOVFDUIWRHOLPLQDWH VNLSSHGVWLWFKHVZKHQWKHUHLVDÁH[LQWKHIDEULF )RUNQLWVVZLPZHDUÁHHFHV\QWKHWLFVXHGHVDQG leathers. Decrease the stitch width for embroidery and decorative sewing. A damaged needle...
... to thread and materials. Note: Change the needle often. Marked with your sewing machine. For general sewing in a variety of fabric types and weights. 6WUHWFKQHHGOH & 6WUHWFKQHHGOHVKDYHDVSHFLDOVFDUIWRHOLPLQDWH VNLSSHGVWLWFKHVZKHQWKHUHLVDÁH[LQWKHIDEULF )RUNQLWVVZLPZHDUÁHHFHV\QWKHWLFVXHGHVDQG leathers. Decrease the stitch width for embroidery and decorative sewing. A damaged needle...
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The indicator is lit when needle down . The setting of the needle stop position is changed at the same time. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 2 3 4 Preparations 5 6 7 8 Buttons 1HHGOHXSGRZQZLWKLQGLFDWRU Press this button to move the needle up or down is activated.
The indicator is lit when needle down . The setting of the needle stop position is changed at the same time. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 2 3 4 Preparations 5 6 7 8 Buttons 1HHGOHXSGRZQZLWKLQGLFDWRU Press this button to move the needle up or down is activated.
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...ZKHQXVLQJDVWUDLJKWVWLWFK needle plate or a straight stitch presser foot to lock the center needle position for all stitches to prevent damage to activate twin needle when such a stitch is limited for that the machine is set the twin needle width. When twin needle is selected, the outlines of the stitch width safety box will be shown in sewing mode. Software version Check the software version for the set twin needle size. Settings menu 2SHQE\VHOHFWLQJWKH...
...ZKHQXVLQJDVWUDLJKWVWLWFK needle plate or a straight stitch presser foot to lock the center needle position for all stitches to prevent damage to activate twin needle when such a stitch is limited for that the machine is set the twin needle width. When twin needle is selected, the outlines of the stitch width safety box will be shown in sewing mode. Software version Check the software version for the set twin needle size. Settings menu 2SHQE\VHOHFWLQJWKH...
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Sewing techniques Three-step zigzag stitch 6WLFKQXPEHUFDQEHXVHGWRRYHUFDVWUDZHGJHV Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side. 6WLWFKQXPEHUFDQDOVREHXVHGDVDQHODVWLFVWLWFK to allow seams to stretch when sewing knit fabrics. Sewing Buttonholes
Sewing techniques Three-step zigzag stitch 6WLFKQXPEHUFDQEHXVHGWRRYHUFDVWUDZHGJHV Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side. 6WLWFKQXPEHUFDQDOVREHXVHGDVDQHODVWLFVWLWFK to allow seams to stretch when sewing knit fabrics. Sewing Buttonholes
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... buttonhole. Lower the feed dogs. 3. Place the button under the foot, WRZDUGWKHIURQWWKHQVHFXUHDURXQGWKHÀQJHU at the front of the needle and thread cord ends into a large needle, pull to the wrong side and knot ends before cutting excess. 5. Pull the thread tails under the presser foot holder. Use the mirroring function to change the width between the holes. If necessary, adjust the stitch...
... buttonhole. Lower the feed dogs. 3. Place the button under the foot, WRZDUGWKHIURQWWKHQVHFXUHDURXQGWKHÀQJHU at the front of the needle and thread cord ends into a large needle, pull to the wrong side and knot ends before cutting excess. 5. Pull the thread tails under the presser foot holder. Use the mirroring function to change the width between the holes. If necessary, adjust the stitch...
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Place fabric or stabilizer in position under the hole or tear in a color as possible. 1. Sewing Darning and mending Darning a small hole or a tear before it becomes larger can save a garment. Once you have sewn across the hole, press the reverse button to your garment. 6HOHFWDGDUQLQJVWLWFK 6WDUWVHZLQJDERYHWKHKROHDQGRYHULW 4. Choose a thread in your garment as close to set the length of the stitch.
Place fabric or stabilizer in position under the hole or tear in a color as possible. 1. Sewing Darning and mending Darning a small hole or a tear before it becomes larger can save a garment. Once you have sewn across the hole, press the reverse button to your garment. 6HOHFWDGDUQLQJVWLWFK 6WDUWVHZLQJDERYHWKHKROHDQGRYHULW 4. Choose a thread in your garment as close to set the length of the stitch.
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...WKURXJKDOOOD\HUV with a layer of batting sandwiched between. To sew three layers together, you have a wide YDULHW\RIVWLWFKHVDQGWHFKQLTXHVWRFKRRVHIURP Stitch-in a coordinating or contrasting color. Decorative threads like rayon embroidery or heavy cotton threads are sometimes used. Free-motion stippling Free-motion stippling not only keeps the top, batting and backing together, but...
...WKURXJKDOOOD\HUV with a layer of batting sandwiched between. To sew three layers together, you have a wide YDULHW\RIVWLWFKHVDQGWHFKQLTXHVWRFKRRVHIURP Stitch-in a coordinating or contrasting color. Decorative threads like rayon embroidery or heavy cotton threads are sometimes used. Free-motion stippling Free-motion stippling not only keeps the top, batting and backing together, but...
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... the actual thread spool. 7U\DGLIIHUHQWVSRROSLQSRVLWLRQ YHUWLFDORU KRUL]RQWDO Change the stitch plate. Is the best spool pin position used ? Check that the feed dogs are securely plugged into the machine and into the wall socket. Did you insert the needle properly? Is the needle too small for the fabric. Push bobbin winder lever to the proper size for the thread and fabric. Check how the machine is correct...
... the actual thread spool. 7U\DGLIIHUHQWVSRROSLQSRVLWLRQ YHUWLFDORU KRUL]RQWDO Change the stitch plate. Is the best spool pin position used ? Check that the feed dogs are securely plugged into the machine and into the wall socket. Did you insert the needle properly? Is the needle too small for the fabric. Push bobbin winder lever to the proper size for the thread and fabric. Check how the machine is correct...
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... bobbin area. Is a correct needle used? Check bobbin winding. Check how the machine is threaded. The seam has uneven stitches Is the thread tension correct? Insert a proper needle correctly, see page 21. 7KHPDFKLQHGRHVQRWIHHGRUIHHGVLUUHJXODUO\ Did you insert the bobbin properly? Has sewing lint collected between the feed dogs? Bobbin thread breaks Did you thread the machine properly? Is the bobbin area clean? Change the stitch plate. Check needle thread tension and the threading. Remove the stitch plate and clean the feed dogs...
... bobbin area. Is a correct needle used? Check bobbin winding. Check how the machine is threaded. The seam has uneven stitches Is the thread tension correct? Insert a proper needle correctly, see page 21. 7KHPDFKLQHGRHVQRWIHHGRUIHHGVLUUHJXODUO\ Did you insert the bobbin properly? Has sewing lint collected between the feed dogs? Bobbin thread breaks Did you thread the machine properly? Is the bobbin area clean? Change the stitch plate. Check needle thread tension and the threading. Remove the stitch plate and clean the feed dogs...
