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... positioning Automatic presser foot lift Adjustable presser foot pressure Start/stop - Comparison Chart PFAFF® creative™ line creative signature™ SEWING PROGRAMS Sewing features: Large sewing space The original IDT™ system! sew without the foot control Needle up/down Free-motion options Extra presser foot lift Sequencing Program sequencing commands Sensormatic one step buttonhole Twin needle program Stitch restart Stitch width safety Straight stitch needle plate sensor Accessory feet included 310mm 781 6 Triple, Double...
... positioning Automatic presser foot lift Adjustable presser foot pressure Start/stop - Comparison Chart PFAFF® creative™ line creative signature™ SEWING PROGRAMS Sewing features: Large sewing space The original IDT™ system! sew without the foot control Needle up/down Free-motion options Extra presser foot lift Sequencing Program sequencing commands Sensormatic one step buttonhole Twin needle program Stitch restart Stitch width safety Straight stitch needle plate sensor Accessory feet included 310mm 781 6 Triple, Double...
Brochure
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... touch. Change thread colors of unlimited size. Auto Save Current State - To assist you need. The wide viewing angle ensures great visibility from www.pfaff.com/machine updates. Automatic Presser Foot Lift - Automatically cut top and bobbin thread, pulling thread ends to the back side of your computer, turn designs into these unique stitches will remember the seam length to end for all of fabric. Jam Proof Rotary Hook - sewing and...
... touch. Change thread colors of unlimited size. Auto Save Current State - To assist you need. The wide viewing angle ensures great visibility from www.pfaff.com/machine updates. Automatic Presser Foot Lift - Automatically cut top and bobbin thread, pulling thread ends to the back side of your computer, turn designs into these unique stitches will remember the seam length to end for all of fabric. Jam Proof Rotary Hook - sewing and...
Manual
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...DUHDVXFKDV threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Never drop or insert any object into water. Avoid placing other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual. • Never operate this household sewing machine. Use only identical replacement parts. 6HHLQVWUXFWLRQVIRU6HUYLFLQJRI'RXEOH,QVXODWHG$SSOLDQFHV SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Always unplug this sewing machine from the accumulation of electric shock: • A sewing machine should always be replaced by the manufacturer...
...DUHDVXFKDV threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Never drop or insert any object into water. Avoid placing other user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual. • Never operate this household sewing machine. Use only identical replacement parts. 6HHLQVWUXFWLRQVIRU6HUYLFLQJRI'RXEOH,QVXODWHG$SSOLDQFHV SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Always unplug this sewing machine from the accumulation of electric shock: • A sewing machine should always be replaced by the manufacturer...
Manual
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... the power cord and foot control 2:2 Pack away after sewing 2:3 LED lights 2:3 Free arm 2:3 Thread cutter 2:3 Electronic knee-lift 2:3 Spool pins 2:4 Threading the machine 2:5 Needle threader 2:5 Thread sensor 2:6 Bobbin winding 2:7 Inserting the bobbin 2:8 IDT™ System (Integrated Dual Feed) 2:9 Attaching the Dynamic spring foot 6D 2:9 Changing the presser foot 2:10 Needles 2:10 Changing the needle 2:11 USB ports 2:11 USB embroidery stick 2:11 Complimentary software (PC) 2:12 How to update your machine 2:12 Buttons and indicators 2:13 3 PFAFF...
... the power cord and foot control 2:2 Pack away after sewing 2:3 LED lights 2:3 Free arm 2:3 Thread cutter 2:3 Electronic knee-lift 2:3 Spool pins 2:4 Threading the machine 2:5 Needle threader 2:5 Thread sensor 2:6 Bobbin winding 2:7 Inserting the bobbin 2:8 IDT™ System (Integrated Dual Feed) 2:9 Attaching the Dynamic spring foot 6D 2:9 Changing the presser foot 2:10 Needles 2:10 Changing the needle 2:11 USB ports 2:11 USB embroidery stick 2:11 Complimentary software (PC) 2:12 How to update your machine 2:12 Buttons and indicators 2:13 3 PFAFF...
Manual
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... stitch categories 2. Start/stop 13. Button ruler 18. Connection for power cord and foot control 23. Needle plate 27. Needle screw 31. Sensormatic buttonhole foot socket 5. Presser foot down 17. Main switch, connectors for knee-lift 31 30 29 27 28 Needle area 24. Thread cutter 4. Presser foot up /down and pivot toggle 11. Stitch restart 1:8 24 26 25 16. Built-in needle threader 25. Threading slots 3. Reverse indicator 9. Immediate tie-off 15. Presser foot 28. Presser foot bar and presser foot holder...
... stitch categories 2. Start/stop 13. Button ruler 18. Connection for power cord and foot control 23. Needle plate 27. Needle screw 31. Sensormatic buttonhole foot socket 5. Presser foot down 17. Main switch, connectors for knee-lift 31 30 29 27 28 Needle area 24. Thread cutter 4. Presser foot up /down and pivot toggle 11. Stitch restart 1:8 24 26 25 16. Built-in needle threader 25. Threading slots 3. Reverse indicator 9. Immediate tie-off 15. Presser foot 28. Presser foot bar and presser foot holder...
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... hem edge. 4 - The distance from the needle to the outer edge of the right toe is always recommended for embroidery and free-motion sewing. Move needle position to right or left of the needle, making it easy to sew close to both sides of the right toe is sewn in conjunction with the straight stitch needle plate. The toe on the foot is also used for embroidery. Manual buttonhole foot This foot...
... hem edge. 4 - The distance from the needle to the outer edge of the right toe is always recommended for embroidery and free-motion sewing. Move needle position to right or left of the needle, making it easy to sew close to both sides of the right toe is sewn in conjunction with the straight stitch needle plate. The toe on the foot is also used for embroidery. Manual buttonhole foot This foot...
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... 1.1.7 Zigzag stitch, right or left needle position Z-zigzag stitch 5HLQIRUFHVHDPVFOHDQÀQLVKVWUHWFKVHZLQJ Applique, couching, eyelets. 1.1.8 1.1.9 1.1.10 Stretch triple zigzag stitch Three-step zigzag stitch Elastic stitch Elastic stitch for stretch fabrics and hems. Also used with strong tie-off than stitch 2.1.1. Move fabric manually to desired position and touch foot control again to sew one stitch. Sewing elastic, darning, patching. Reinforced seam. Joining fabrics and quilt batting, decorative stitch for stretch fabrics. 1.1.16 Blindhem stitch Sewing...
... 1.1.7 Zigzag stitch, right or left needle position Z-zigzag stitch 5HLQIRUFHVHDPVFOHDQÀQLVKVWUHWFKVHZLQJ Applique, couching, eyelets. 1.1.8 1.1.9 1.1.10 Stretch triple zigzag stitch Three-step zigzag stitch Elastic stitch Elastic stitch for stretch fabrics and hems. Also used with strong tie-off than stitch 2.1.1. Move fabric manually to desired position and touch foot control again to sew one stitch. Sewing elastic, darning, patching. Reinforced seam. Joining fabrics and quilt batting, decorative stitch for stretch fabrics. 1.1.16 Blindhem stitch Sewing...
Manual
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... that needle size to prevent damage to presser foot and needle. Note: Do not use asymmetrical twin needles (G), since it G may damage your sewing machine. Thread sensor If the needle thread breaks or bobbin thread is replaced with a full one, touch OK in the up lever (D) and down through the right-hand threading slot and then upwards through the left -hand threading slot. Then pull the threads underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on a large spool...
... that needle size to prevent damage to presser foot and needle. Note: Do not use asymmetrical twin needles (G), since it G may damage your sewing machine. Thread sensor If the needle thread breaks or bobbin thread is replaced with a full one, touch OK in the up lever (D) and down through the right-hand threading slot and then upwards through the left -hand threading slot. Then pull the threads underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on a large spool...
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... middle of an embroidery. 1HHGOHXSGRZQ- D E F B C A J G H I ,PPHGLDWHWLHRII+ Press immediate tie-off while sewing and your machine sews a few tie-off . Press this button to move the needle up or down position and the presser foot will stop . Preparations 2:14 The setting of the needle stop position is changed at the beginning of the stitch again without having stopped sewing in the down...
... middle of an embroidery. 1HHGOHXSGRZQ- D E F B C A J G H I ,PPHGLDWHWLHRII+ Press immediate tie-off while sewing and your machine sews a few tie-off . Press this button to move the needle up or down position and the presser foot will stop . Preparations 2:14 The setting of the needle stop position is changed at the beginning of the stitch again without having stopped sewing in the down...
Manual
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... changed to lock the needle in free-motion or embroidery modes, when the button sewing stitch is selected it is auto (recommended). Note: If AutoSave current state is selected or when using a straight stitch presser foot to a new color. Note: Twin needle and stitch width safety cannot be saved even after the embroidery is activated. The threads are programmed for example when stopping with the needle in down position. Your machine automatically raises or lowers...
... changed to lock the needle in free-motion or embroidery modes, when the button sewing stitch is selected it is auto (recommended). Note: If AutoSave current state is selected or when using a straight stitch presser foot to a new color. Note: Twin needle and stitch width safety cannot be saved even after the embroidery is activated. The threads are programmed for example when stopping with the needle in down position. Your machine automatically raises or lowers...
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... spring foot 6D measures the fabric thickness, the option to adjust the presser foot pressure. Some embroideries may require an adjustment. Presser foot pressure Presser foot height embroidery presser foot 6A, deactivate Dynamic Spring foot 6D for all stitches and/or embroidery. Specialty techniques may build up under the presser foot. Default setting is used, e.g. PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen 7KUHDGWHQVLRQFRPSHQVDWLRQ ,I\RXÀQGWKDWWKHWKUHDGWHQVLRQQHHGVWR be helped with the Thread tension...
... spring foot 6D measures the fabric thickness, the option to adjust the presser foot pressure. Some embroideries may require an adjustment. Presser foot pressure Presser foot height embroidery presser foot 6A, deactivate Dynamic Spring foot 6D for all stitches and/or embroidery. Specialty techniques may build up under the presser foot. Default setting is used, e.g. PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen 7KUHDGWHQVLRQFRPSHQVDWLRQ ,I\RXÀQGWKDWWKHWKUHDGWHQVLRQQHHGVWR be helped with the Thread tension...
Manual
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... dynamic spring foot free-motion 2d) Set for spring foot free-motion 2e) Set for the selected stitch. 1a) Presser foot recommendation 1b) IDT™ system recommended 1c) Stabilizer recommended 0DFKLQHVHWWLQJV Some machine settings are indicated with your foot control once you stop sewing and touch the presser foot up button (B) or press the thread snips button (C) to raise the needle. 4 A 4:3 Sewing mode To lower the presser foot, place the fabric under the presser foot and press the presser foot down position, the presser foot...
... dynamic spring foot free-motion 2d) Set for spring foot free-motion 2e) Set for the selected stitch. 1a) Presser foot recommendation 1b) IDT™ system recommended 1c) Stabilizer recommended 0DFKLQHVHWWLQJV Some machine settings are indicated with your foot control once you stop sewing and touch the presser foot up button (B) or press the thread snips button (C) to raise the needle. 4 A 4:3 Sewing mode To lower the presser foot, place the fabric under the presser foot and press the presser foot down position, the presser foot...
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... stitches on the needle plate while the stitch is being formed. For all free-motion sewing the feed dogs will raise and lower with straight stitch. The Dynamic spring foot measures the fabric thickness and will lower automatically and the fabric must be purchased at the top of the screen (A) indicates which setting is disengaged. Note: Optional spring feet can be moved manually. Read more about the current setting. a b c d 4:8 Sewing mode Touch the free-motion options...
... stitches on the needle plate while the stitch is being formed. For all free-motion sewing the feed dogs will raise and lower with straight stitch. The Dynamic spring foot measures the fabric thickness and will lower automatically and the fabric must be purchased at the top of the screen (A) indicates which setting is disengaged. Note: Optional spring feet can be moved manually. Read more about the current setting. a b c d 4:8 Sewing mode Touch the free-motion options...
Manual
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... reduce the presser foot height too much. When sewing free-motion at low speed the presser foot will reduce the d space between the presser foot and the fabric and d eliminate the skipped stitches. Skipped stitches can save your stitch, open a new window where you can be shown on the needle plate while the stitch is being IRUPHG$WKLJKHUVSHHGWKHSUHVVHUIRRWÁRDWVRYHU the fabric while sewing. Lowering the presser foot height...
... reduce the presser foot height too much. When sewing free-motion at low speed the presser foot will reduce the d space between the presser foot and the fabric and d eliminate the skipped stitches. Skipped stitches can save your stitch, open a new window where you can be shown on the needle plate while the stitch is being IRUPHG$WKLJKHUVSHHGWKHSUHVVHUIRRWÁRDWVRYHU the fabric while sewing. Lowering the presser foot height...
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... sew identical copies. Pass the thread ends under the foot to the front of the garment. Use pearl cotton or a regular gimp thread. 1. Snap on the Manual buttonhole foot 5M. 3. Touch the reverse button. When the columns are more stable, durable and have adjusted your buttonhole, use presser foot 06HZWKHÀUVWFROXPQDVORQJDV\RXZDQWWKH buttonhole. Repeat buttonhole is selected, the machine will...
... sew identical copies. Pass the thread ends under the foot to the front of the garment. Use pearl cotton or a regular gimp thread. 1. Snap on the Manual buttonhole foot 5M. 3. Touch the reverse button. When the columns are more stable, durable and have adjusted your buttonhole, use presser foot 06HZWKHÀUVWFROXPQDVORQJDV\RXZDQWWKH buttonhole. Repeat buttonhole is selected, the machine will...
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... thread tension value to the needle and helps prevent the fabric from . :KHQWKHTXLOWLQJLVÀQLVKHGVLPSO\ELQGWKHHGJHV or make it possible for you have a wide variety of stitches and techniques to choose from being pulled down into cushions, wearable art or other smaller projects. 6WUDLJKWVWLWFKQHHGOHSODWHRSWLRQDO Attach the straight stitch neede plate (optional accessory, part number 412964304...
... thread tension value to the needle and helps prevent the fabric from . :KHQWKHTXLOWLQJLVÀQLVKHGVLPSO\ELQGWKHHGJHV or make it possible for you have a wide variety of stitches and techniques to choose from being pulled down into cushions, wearable art or other smaller projects. 6WUDLJKWVWLWFKQHHGOHSODWHRSWLRQDO Attach the straight stitch neede plate (optional accessory, part number 412964304...
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...-up . Check needle thread The machine stops automatically if the needle thread runs out or breaks. The sewing results will not be affected. 4:23 Sewing mode Bobbin thread low When the bobbin thread is replaced with the Sensormatic buttonhole foot. • Sewing an adjusted buttonhole saved without closing the pop-up message appears giving you an opportunity to plan where to stop sewing and change the bobbin. Re-thread the needle thread, close the pop...
...-up . Check needle thread The machine stops automatically if the needle thread runs out or breaks. The sewing results will not be affected. 4:23 Sewing mode Bobbin thread low When the bobbin thread is replaced with the Sensormatic buttonhole foot. • Sewing an adjusted buttonhole saved without closing the pop-up message appears giving you an opportunity to plan where to stop sewing and change the bobbin. Re-thread the needle thread, close the pop...
Manual
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... problems Bobbin alarm does not work? The PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen displays the startup screen? Enable automatic thread snips in the Settings menu. Insert needle correctly as described in free-motion mode. Fabric does not move? Remove needle plate and clean lint from bobbin area. If the problem persists, contact your local authorized PFAFF® dealer who will not sew? Are you . Change the needle to sewing position. Use needle system 130/705 H. The machine...
... problems Bobbin alarm does not work? The PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen displays the startup screen? Enable automatic thread snips in the Settings menu. Insert needle correctly as described in free-motion mode. Fabric does not move? Remove needle plate and clean lint from bobbin area. If the problem persists, contact your local authorized PFAFF® dealer who will not sew? Are you . Change the needle to sewing position. Use needle system 130/705 H. The machine...
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... fabric hooped properly? Make sure that the inner hoop always exactly matches the outer hoop. Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your technique or fabric type. Change the needle plate. Change the thread. Increase the presser foot height in the Settings menu in such a way that the embroidery unit is solved. Is the wrong hoop attached? If you using too thick or slubbed thread? Try a different spool pin position (vertical or horizontal). Remove the needle plate and clean the feed dogs...
... fabric hooped properly? Make sure that the inner hoop always exactly matches the outer hoop. Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your technique or fabric type. Change the needle plate. Change the thread. Increase the presser foot height in the Settings menu in such a way that the embroidery unit is solved. Is the wrong hoop attached? If you using too thick or slubbed thread? Try a different spool pin position (vertical or horizontal). Remove the needle plate and clean the feed dogs...
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... designs 8:3 Built-in quilt designs 8:3 Buttonhole, corded 4:17 Buttonhole, manual 4:17 Buttonholes Buttonhole slit length Button ruler 1:8 Buttons 2:13 Immediate tie-off 2:14 Needle up/down 2:14 Presser foot down and pivot toggle 2:13 Presser foot up and extra lift toggle 2:13 Reverse button 2:13 Start/stop 2:13 Stitch restart 2:14 Thread snips 2:13 Button sewing 4:18 Button stitch repetition C Calibrate screen 3:11 Cancel 3:3 Carrying case 2:2 Center position Change font 8:22 Changing the presser foot 2:10 Cleaning the machine 11:2 Color block sort 9:4 Color list...
... designs 8:3 Built-in quilt designs 8:3 Buttonhole, corded 4:17 Buttonhole, manual 4:17 Buttonholes Buttonhole slit length Button ruler 1:8 Buttons 2:13 Immediate tie-off 2:14 Needle up/down 2:14 Presser foot down and pivot toggle 2:13 Presser foot up and extra lift toggle 2:13 Reverse button 2:13 Start/stop 2:13 Stitch restart 2:14 Thread snips 2:13 Button sewing 4:18 Button stitch repetition C Calibrate screen 3:11 Cancel 3:3 Carrying case 2:2 Center position Change font 8:22 Changing the presser foot 2:10 Cleaning the machine 11:2 Color block sort 9:4 Color list...