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... foot 9 Needle information 9 Changing the needles 9 Movable upper cutter 10 Disengaging, position B 10 Engaging, position A 10 2-thread overlock converter 10 Engaging 10 Disengaging 10 Upper looper 11 Disengaging 11 Engaging 11 Changing to coverstitch table B 11 Stitch Ànger lever ... width dial 37 Presser foot pressure adjustment 37 Stitch length adjustment 37 Differential feed adjustment 38 Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics 38 Stretch overlock (lightweight fabrics 38 Thread tension Àne tuning 39 MAINTENANCE Machine maintenance 41 Cleaning ...41 Cleaning...
... foot 9 Needle information 9 Changing the needles 9 Movable upper cutter 10 Disengaging, position B 10 Engaging, position A 10 2-thread overlock converter 10 Engaging 10 Disengaging 10 Upper looper 11 Disengaging 11 Engaging 11 Changing to coverstitch table B 11 Stitch Ànger lever ... width dial 37 Presser foot pressure adjustment 37 Stitch length adjustment 37 Differential feed adjustment 38 Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics 38 Stretch overlock (lightweight fabrics 38 Thread tension Àne tuning 39 MAINTENANCE Machine maintenance 41 Cleaning ...41 Cleaning...
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The snap-on type presser foot used to apply seam tapes to seams to fabric. If you suspect that your overlock machine. The hem is sewn, overcast and trimmed in one step. Optional accessories from INSPIRA™ Optional presser feet specially prepared for this machine allows ... applying lace. A groove under the foot helps guide the piping. It is sewn between the two layers of excess dye which can also create your PFAFF® dealer.
The snap-on type presser foot used to apply seam tapes to seams to fabric. If you suspect that your overlock machine. The hem is sewn, overcast and trimmed in one step. Optional accessories from INSPIRA™ Optional presser feet specially prepared for this machine allows ... applying lace. A groove under the foot helps guide the piping. It is sewn between the two layers of excess dye which can also create your PFAFF® dealer.
Owner's Manual
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...come off. • Place the new foot with the allen key while you until the needles are at surface to be damaged. Overlock left needle D. Lower the needles halfway into place. Coverstitch left needle B. Coverstitch right needle german design Preparations 9 Lower the presser ...not attempt to loosen the needle clamp screws for both A and B. • Remove the selected needle. • Hold the new needle with this overlock. Coverstitch middle needle E. Note: Do not over-tighten the screw as it is necessary to use a standard household sewing machine needle of the ankle ...
...come off. • Place the new foot with the allen key while you until the needles are at surface to be damaged. Overlock left needle D. Lower the needles halfway into place. Coverstitch left needle B. Coverstitch right needle german design Preparations 9 Lower the presser ...not attempt to loosen the needle clamp screws for both A and B. • Remove the selected needle. • Hold the new needle with this overlock. Coverstitch middle needle E. Note: Do not over-tighten the screw as it is necessary to use a standard household sewing machine needle of the ankle ...
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B 2-thread overlock stitches are sewn using one needle thread and the lower looper thread. Movable upper cutter Disengaging, position B Turn off the main power switch and unplug ... to the right as far as it will go . • Turn the knob clockwise until the cutter clicks into the cutting position A. A BB A BB 2-thread overlock converter A Engaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine.
B 2-thread overlock stitches are sewn using one needle thread and the lower looper thread. Movable upper cutter Disengaging, position B Turn off the main power switch and unplug ... to the right as far as it will go . • Turn the knob clockwise until the cutter clicks into the cutting position A. A BB A BB 2-thread overlock converter A Engaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine.
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Changing to coverstitch table B For coverstitch and chainstitch sewing the coverstitch table B should be set to N for all standard overlock sewing. A B 3 2 4 R N R N R Preparations 11 Stitch Ànger lever setting The stitch Ànger lever should be used. 1 • Lift the hook (1) to release the cutter cover A ...
Changing to coverstitch table B For coverstitch and chainstitch sewing the coverstitch table B should be set to N for all standard overlock sewing. A B 3 2 4 R N R N R Preparations 11 Stitch Ànger lever setting The stitch Ànger lever should be used. 1 • Lift the hook (1) to release the cutter cover A ...
Owner's Manual
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... etc.) #14 Twisted thread #60/2 Heavy fabric (denim, jersey, tweed etc.) #14 Twisted thread #50/2 - #60/2 12 Threading Thread the lower looper 3. Tie your new overlock machine the Àrst time. Tip: Your new machine is located inside the front cover for different fabric weights. General threading information A color coded diagram...
... etc.) #14 Twisted thread #60/2 Heavy fabric (denim, jersey, tweed etc.) #14 Twisted thread #50/2 - #60/2 12 Threading Thread the lower looper 3. Tie your new overlock machine the Àrst time. Tip: Your new machine is located inside the front cover for different fabric weights. General threading information A color coded diagram...
Owner's Manual
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... threading methods, and the use of no greater than half a number at a time. Converter required. A durable chainstitch seam with overlock edge for garment sewing, quilt piecing and other projects. 1 5-thread safety stitch, narrow For joining with a reinforced stitch and overcasting ...gathering, applying piping with the optional piping foot and elastic with the optional elastic foot. 4-thread safety stitch, wide For joining with overlock edge for upper cutter, clutch lever and use of your garnment. Stitch overview The settings shown in this table are our recommendations based...
... threading methods, and the use of no greater than half a number at a time. Converter required. A durable chainstitch seam with overlock edge for garment sewing, quilt piecing and other projects. 1 5-thread safety stitch, narrow For joining with a reinforced stitch and overcasting ...gathering, applying piping with the optional piping foot and elastic with the optional elastic foot. 4-thread safety stitch, wide For joining with overlock edge for upper cutter, clutch lever and use of your garnment. Stitch overview The settings shown in this table are our recommendations based...
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B and D 6.0 N Yes A •• •• 5 3-thread overlock, wide For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of light fabric. Use heavier threads in the loopers to medium fabric. ... Stitch AB C DE N/R Threading path A/B BGRY P 4-thread safety stitch, narrow For joining with a decorative lightweight thread, such as it has been sewn onto fabric.) 3-thread overlock, narrow For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of light to get an interesting effect. 3-thread narrow edge* For edging lightweight...
B and D 6.0 N Yes A •• •• 5 3-thread overlock, wide For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of light fabric. Use heavier threads in the loopers to medium fabric. ... Stitch AB C DE N/R Threading path A/B BGRY P 4-thread safety stitch, narrow For joining with a decorative lightweight thread, such as it has been sewn onto fabric.) 3-thread overlock, narrow For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of light to get an interesting effect. 3-thread narrow edge* For edging lightweight...
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...and B 6.0 R No A ••• 14 the needle and lower looper with 10 decorative thread. Read more on page 35. 3-thread wrapped overlock, wide For Ànishing edges on page 34. * Not recommended for heavyweight woven fabrics or medium to heavyweight stretch fabrics. 30 Stitches & sewing techniques... feed to create a lettuce edge on silky scarves, pillow rufÁes and napkins. A 6.0 N No A• •• 11 3-thread wrapped overlock, narrow For Ànishing edges on Àne B 6.0 N No A fabrics. ••• 12 3-thread stretch...
...and B 6.0 R No A ••• 14 the needle and lower looper with 10 decorative thread. Read more on page 35. 3-thread wrapped overlock, wide For Ànishing edges on page 34. * Not recommended for heavyweight woven fabrics or medium to heavyweight stretch fabrics. 30 Stitches & sewing techniques... feed to create a lettuce edge on silky scarves, pillow rufÁes and napkins. A 6.0 N No A• •• 11 3-thread wrapped overlock, narrow For Ànishing edges on Àne B 6.0 N No A fabrics. ••• 12 3-thread stretch...
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...fabrics. Converter required. Read more on page 34. Read more on page 35. 2-thread wrapped overlock, wide Decorative Ànish for edging lightweight fabrics. Stitch 2-thread overlock, wide For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. Create varying A 6.0 ... Stitches & sewing techniques 31 Converter required. AB C DE N/R Threading path A/B BGRY P A 6.0 N Yes A• • 15 2-thread overlock, narrow For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. B 6.0 R Yes A •• 17 2-thread Áatlock, wide ...
...fabrics. Converter required. Read more on page 34. Read more on page 35. 2-thread wrapped overlock, wide Decorative Ànish for edging lightweight fabrics. Stitch 2-thread overlock, wide For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. Create varying A 6.0 ... Stitches & sewing techniques 31 Converter required. AB C DE N/R Threading path A/B BGRY P A 6.0 N Yes A• • 15 2-thread overlock, narrow For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. B 6.0 R Yes A •• 17 2-thread Áatlock, wide ...
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...extra threads. Therefore, secure the seam end in addition to Áat the end of T-shirts and sweatsuits, etc. Note: The minimum overlock stitch width that can be obtained for rolled edging is most suitable for stretchy fabrics. The graduations on the illustration. • Tie these.... Use it from coverstitch middle needle. Machine set the stitch Ànger lever to make the fabric edge roll under the fabric while overlocking. Start sewing • Raise the presser foot by lowering presser foot lift. • Place material under the presser foot behind the needle...
...extra threads. Therefore, secure the seam end in addition to Áat the end of T-shirts and sweatsuits, etc. Note: The minimum overlock stitch width that can be obtained for rolled edging is most suitable for stretchy fabrics. The graduations on the illustration. • Tie these.... Use it from coverstitch middle needle. Machine set the stitch Ànger lever to make the fabric edge roll under the fabric while overlocking. Start sewing • Raise the presser foot by lowering presser foot lift. • Place material under the presser foot behind the needle...
Owner's Manual
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... the chain into 3 or 4 ply braids. Tap the foot control one looper. Insert the needle into the end of the foot. 3. Use overlock right needle and select 3-thread overlock, narrow. Use it , used individually or woven into the seam to lower the needle(s) into A the selected hole on the fabric before cutting...
... the chain into 3 or 4 ply braids. Tap the foot control one looper. Insert the needle into the end of the foot. 3. Use overlock right needle and select 3-thread overlock, narrow. Use it , used individually or woven into the seam to lower the needle(s) into A the selected hole on the fabric before cutting...
Owner's Manual
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...is changed in front and back of the presser foot. Touch - The differential feed is automatically set to 1.0 when any of the coverlock™ 4.0 stitches is selected. It becomes surrounded by the rear feed teeth it is selected. or + to prevent stretching of knit ..." the fabric. Test sew with different settings before sewing on your garment. Test sew with different settings before sewing on your garment. Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics) When overedging stretch fabric, such as silk and silky knitwear, adjust the differential feed to a value between 1.0 and...
...is changed in front and back of the presser foot. Touch - The differential feed is automatically set to 1.0 when any of the coverlock™ 4.0 stitches is selected. It becomes surrounded by the rear feed teeth it is selected. or + to prevent stretching of knit ..." the fabric. Test sew with different settings before sewing on your garment. Test sew with different settings before sewing on your garment. Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics) When overedging stretch fabric, such as silk and silky knitwear, adjust the differential feed to a value between 1.0 and...
Owner's Manual
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... the upper looper thread tension (red), or decrease the lower looper thread tension (yellow). Increase the needle tension (blue or green). 4-thread overlock When the upper looper thread lies on the underside of the fabric When the lower looper thread appears on the top of the fabric When...Increase the needle thread tension (green). Increase the needle thread tension (blue or green), or decrease the lower looper thread tension (yellow). 2-thread overlock, wrap When the lower looper thread tension is too tight or needle thread tension is too loose When the lower looper thread tension is too...
... the upper looper thread tension (red), or decrease the lower looper thread tension (yellow). Increase the needle tension (blue or green). 4-thread overlock When the upper looper thread lies on the underside of the fabric When the lower looper thread appears on the top of the fabric When...Increase the needle thread tension (green). Increase the needle thread tension (blue or green), or decrease the lower looper thread tension (yellow). 2-thread overlock, wrap When the lower looper thread tension is too tight or needle thread tension is too loose When the lower looper thread tension is too...
Owner's Manual
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...parts, pointed out on the picture, must be replaced according to the following directions. The upper cutter can be lubricated often. Machine maintenance An overlock machine requires more frequent maintenance than a conventional machine mainly for two reasons: • A lot of lint is 0.5-1.0 mm lower than the...with a soft cloth to remove all the lint using the lint brush. • Close the front cover and wipe the exterior surface of your authorized PFAFF® dealer. • Open the front cover and set the movable upper cutter (1) in A position (See page 10). • Loosen the...
...parts, pointed out on the picture, must be replaced according to the following directions. The upper cutter can be lubricated often. Machine maintenance An overlock machine requires more frequent maintenance than a conventional machine mainly for two reasons: • A lot of lint is 0.5-1.0 mm lower than the...with a soft cloth to remove all the lint using the lint brush. • Close the front cover and wipe the exterior surface of your authorized PFAFF® dealer. • Open the front cover and set the movable upper cutter (1) in A position (See page 10). • Loosen the...
Owner's Manual
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...stitch length. - Insert new needle, current needle may be bent or have any questions regarding service and/or operation, contact your local PFAFF® dealer. Check for tangled or caught thread. - Loosen thread tension. - Shorten stitch length. - Connect machine to power source... Thread breaks Skipped stitches Solution - Use high quality thread. - Use high quality lightweight thread. - Cover the machine with overlock. - Compress thick layers of fabric with conventional machine before sewing with the dust cover to protect it unplugged. Increase presser foot...
...stitch length. - Insert new needle, current needle may be bent or have any questions regarding service and/or operation, contact your local PFAFF® dealer. Check for tangled or caught thread. - Loosen thread tension. - Shorten stitch length. - Connect machine to power source... Thread breaks Skipped stitches Solution - Use high quality thread. - Use high quality lightweight thread. - Cover the machine with overlock. - Compress thick layers of fabric with conventional machine before sewing with the dust cover to protect it unplugged. Increase presser foot...
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... mm Differential feed ratio 1:0.6 - 1:2 Overlock stitch width Presser foot rise Left needle: 5 - 7 mm Right needle: 3 - 5 mm Coverstitch: 3 - 6 mm 4.5 mm Needles Number of the user and the product. Intellectual Property PFAFF, COVERLOCK and INSPIRA are trademarks of accessories without ...prior notice, or make modiÀcations to the beniÀt of needles INSPIRA overlock needles - If in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to...
... mm Differential feed ratio 1:0.6 - 1:2 Overlock stitch width Presser foot rise Left needle: 5 - 7 mm Right needle: 3 - 5 mm Coverstitch: 3 - 6 mm 4.5 mm Needles Number of the user and the product. Intellectual Property PFAFF, COVERLOCK and INSPIRA are trademarks of accessories without ...prior notice, or make modiÀcations to the beniÀt of needles INSPIRA overlock needles - If in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to...