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... your new PFAFF® creative sensation™ pro sewing and embroidery machine. it will of sewing and embroidery. Congratulations! Your PFAFF® creative sensation™ pro sewing and HPEURLGHU\PDFKLQHZLOOGHÀQLWHO\HQDEOH\RXWRH[SHULHQFH a totally new dimension of course also be pleased to transform all your creative ideas into reality using the most advanced and comprehensive sewing and embroidery machines in the world; Before you at any time...
... your new PFAFF® creative sensation™ pro sewing and embroidery machine. it will of sewing and embroidery. Congratulations! Your PFAFF® creative sensation™ pro sewing and HPEURLGHU\PDFKLQHZLOOGHÀQLWHO\HQDEOH\RXWRH[SHULHQFH a totally new dimension of course also be pleased to transform all your creative ideas into reality using the most advanced and comprehensive sewing and embroidery machines in the world; Before you at any time...
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...WKHIDEULF7KHUHGJXLGH on the foot is designed to the machine, the buttonhole is disengaged when using presser foot 2A, 5A, 5M, 6A, 6D and 8. 1:11 Introduction Sensormatic buttonhole foot When connected to ride along the fold of the hem edge. 4 - Zipper foot for IDT™ system 7KLVIRRWLV...HGJHRIWKHULJKWWRHLVµ PP 8 - Embroidery/Sensormatic free-motion foot 7KLVIRRWLVXVHGIRUHPEURLGHU\DQGIUHHPRWLRQVHZLQJ7KLVIRRWFDQDOVREHXVHGIRU darning. 6D - 2A - Fancy stitch foot :KHQVHZLQJGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFKHVRUVKRUW]LJ]DJVWLWFKHVDQGRWKHU...
...WKHIDEULF7KHUHGJXLGH on the foot is designed to the machine, the buttonhole is disengaged when using presser foot 2A, 5A, 5M, 6A, 6D and 8. 1:11 Introduction Sensormatic buttonhole foot When connected to ride along the fold of the hem edge. 4 - Zipper foot for IDT™ system 7KLVIRRWLV...HGJHRIWKHULJKWWRHLVµ PP 8 - Embroidery/Sensormatic free-motion foot 7KLVIRRWLVXVHGIRUHPEURLGHU\DQGIUHHPRWLRQVHZLQJ7KLVIRRWFDQDOVREHXVHGIRU darning. 6D - 2A - Fancy stitch foot :KHQVHZLQJGHFRUDWLYHVWLWFKHVRUVKRUW]LJ]DJVWLWFKHVDQGRWKHU...
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...Stitch overview Utility stitches Stitch Stitch number Name 6WUDLJKWVWLWFK 6WUHWFKWULSOHVWUDLJKW stitch Description )RUVHDPLQJDQGWRSVWLWFKLQJ6HOHFWIURPGLIIHUHQWQHHGOH positions. Note: This stitch makes a stronger tie-off than stitch 2.1.1. 5HLQIRUFHGVHDP7RSVWLWFKLQJ 6WUDLJKWVWLWFKUHYHUVH 6HZFRQWLQXRXVUHYHUVHZLWKVWURQJWLHRII %DVWLQJVWLWFK Zigzag stitch...IRRWFRQWURO again to sew another stitch. 5HLQIRUFHVHDPVFOHDQÀQLVKVWUHWFKVHZLQJODFHLQVHUWLRQ Zigzag stitch, right or left needle position 5HLQIRUFHVHDPVFOHDQÀ...
...Stitch overview Utility stitches Stitch Stitch number Name 6WUDLJKWVWLWFK 6WUHWFKWULSOHVWUDLJKW stitch Description )RUVHDPLQJDQGWRSVWLWFKLQJ6HOHFWIURPGLIIHUHQWQHHGOH positions. Note: This stitch makes a stronger tie-off than stitch 2.1.1. 5HLQIRUFHGVHDP7RSVWLWFKLQJ 6WUDLJKWVWLWFKUHYHUVH 6HZFRQWLQXRXVUHYHUVHZLWKVWURQJWLHRII %DVWLQJVWLWFK Zigzag stitch...IRRWFRQWURO again to sew another stitch. 5HLQIRUFHVHDPVFOHDQÀQLVKVWUHWFKVHZLQJODFHLQVHUWLRQ Zigzag stitch, right or left needle position 5HLQIRUFHVHDPVFOHDQÀ...
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... the best stitch result at normal room temperature. Note: Styrofoam left in any way. 2:2 Preparations Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the sewn result. Note: Your creative sensation™ pro sewing and embroidery machine is for packing purposes only and should be removed. Connect to the power supply $PRQJWKHDFFHVVRULHV\RXZLOOÀQGWKHpower cord and the foot control.
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...D bobbin thread from a second spool of thread or for a second spool when sewing with the thread, turn it in front of the spool. Small spool cap Horizontal position Place a spool cap and the thread spool on the large spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. For large thread spools, use a larger spool cap in the opposite way or use a smaller spool cap in vertical position. 2:4 Preparations If you experience problems with a twin needle...
...D bobbin thread from a second spool of thread or for a second spool when sewing with the thread, turn it in front of the spool. Small spool cap Horizontal position Place a spool cap and the thread spool on the large spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. For large thread spools, use a larger spool cap in the opposite way or use a smaller spool cap in vertical position. 2:4 Preparations If you experience problems with a twin needle...
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...KDQG threading slot. Note: Hold threads with a twin needle. Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is prevented. Note: The weight and irregular surface of specialty A threads such as metallic increases the amount of all stitches for twin needle Replace the sewing needle with both hands to prevent them from slacking while threading. By reducing the tension, the risk of the right size. Thread sensor...
...KDQG threading slot. Note: Hold threads with a twin needle. Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is prevented. Note: The weight and irregular surface of specialty A threads such as metallic increases the amount of all stitches for twin needle Replace the sewing needle with both hands to prevent them from slacking while threading. By reducing the tension, the risk of the right size. Thread sensor...
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...C A D C A 2:7 Preparations Winding while threaded Make sure that the presser foot and the needle DUHLQWKHXSSRVLWLRQ7RSUHYHQWWKHQHHGOHIURP bending, pull the thread out of the needle. Note: Make sure the thread is pulled securely inside the pre-tension device for correct thread tension. 7KUHDGWKURXJKWKHVORWLQ...ÀUPO\ZKHQVWDUWLQJWRZLQG When the bobbin is full, the bobbin winder OHYHUZLOOVZLWFKEDFNDQGWKHZLQGLQJZLOO VWRSDXWRPDWLFDOO\7KHSRSXSFORVHV5HPRYH the bobbin and cut the thread using the bobbin WKUHDGFXWWHU&XWWKHIUHHWKUHDGHQGFORVHWR...
...C A D C A 2:7 Preparations Winding while threaded Make sure that the presser foot and the needle DUHLQWKHXSSRVLWLRQ7RSUHYHQWWKHQHHGOHIURP bending, pull the thread out of the needle. Note: Make sure the thread is pulled securely inside the pre-tension device for correct thread tension. 7KUHDGWKURXJKWKHVORWLQ...ÀUPO\ZKHQVWDUWLQJWRZLQG When the bobbin is full, the bobbin winder OHYHUZLOOVZLWFKEDFNDQGWKHZLQGLQJZLOO VWRSDXWRPDWLFDOO\7KHSRSXSFORVHV5HPRYH the bobbin and cut the thread using the bobbin WKUHDGFXWWHU&XWWKHIUHHWKUHDGHQGFORVHWR...
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...seams in the picture and gently turn the VFUHZGULYHUWRSRSRIIWKHneedle plate. 7Rreplace the needle plate, lower the feed dogs and position the needle plate so that the knob on the XQGHUVLGHRIWKHSODWHÀWVLQWRWKHQRWFKDWWKHEDFN $ 3UHVVWKHQHHGOHSODWHGRZQXQWLOLWFOLFNVLQWR place. A 2:9 Preparations Raise the presser foot. Changing needle plate... perfect match when sewing plaid or striped fabrics. IDT™ system (Integrated dual feed) )RUVHZLQJDQ\IDEULFSUHFLVHO\3)$))® creative sensation™ pro sewing and embroidery machine SURYLGHVWKHLGHDO...
...seams in the picture and gently turn the VFUHZGULYHUWRSRSRIIWKHneedle plate. 7Rreplace the needle plate, lower the feed dogs and position the needle plate so that the knob on the XQGHUVLGHRIWKHSODWHÀWVLQWRWKHQRWFKDWWKHEDFN $ 3UHVVWKHQHHGOHSODWHGRZQXQWLOLWFOLFNVLQWR place. A 2:9 Preparations Raise the presser foot. Changing needle plate... perfect match when sewing plaid or striped fabrics. IDT™ system (Integrated dual feed) )RUVHZLQJDQ\IDEULFSUHFLVHO\3)$))® creative sensation™ pro sewing and embroidery machine SURYLGHVWKHLGHDO...
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...use asymmetrical twin needles (H), since it will go no further. 7LJKWHQWKHQHHGOHVFUHZDVWLJKWDVLWZLOOJR 2:10 Preparations A damaged needle (G) can also damage the needle plate. Do not use a straight needle with a sharp point (F). Changing the needle 8VHWKHKROHLQWKHPXOWLSXUSRVHWRROWRKROG the needle...;DW side away from you until it may damage your sewing machine. A damaged needle can cause skipped stitches, breakage or snapping of thread. F G H Note: Change the needle often. Needles 7KHVHZLQJPDFKLQHQHHGOHSOD\VDQLPSRUWDQW UROHLQVXFFHVVIXO...
...use asymmetrical twin needles (H), since it will go no further. 7LJKWHQWKHQHHGOHVFUHZDVWLJKWDVLWZLOOJR 2:10 Preparations A damaged needle (G) can also damage the needle plate. Do not use a straight needle with a sharp point (F). Changing the needle 8VHWKHKROHLQWKHPXOWLSXUSRVHWRROWRKROG the needle...;DW side away from you until it may damage your sewing machine. A damaged needle can cause skipped stitches, breakage or snapping of thread. F G H Note: Change the needle often. Needles 7KHVHZLQJPDFKLQHQHHGOHSOD\VDQLPSRUWDQW UROHLQVXFFHVVIXO...
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... in the Settings menu. Your machine ties off the thread, cuts the needle and bobbin threads and raises the presser foot and the needle. 7KHWKUHDGVQLSVIXQFWLRQFDQEHSURJUDPPHGVHH FKDSWHU Note: Threads are cut automatically when buttonholes are cut automatically. Press the button once to start and press it easier to get thick fabric under the presser foot. 2:14 Thread snips (G) Press to start sewing. The upper thread is done...
... in the Settings menu. Your machine ties off the thread, cuts the needle and bobbin threads and raises the presser foot and the needle. 7KHWKUHDGVQLSVIXQFWLRQFDQEHSURJUDPPHGVHH FKDSWHU Note: Threads are cut automatically when buttonholes are cut automatically. Press the button once to start and press it easier to get thick fabric under the presser foot. 2:14 Thread snips (G) Press to start sewing. The upper thread is done...
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Owner's name 7RXFKWKHLFRQWRJHWDSRSXSZKHUH\RXFDQHQWHU your desired language from the list by touching it. Thread manufacturer 7RXFKWRVHOHFWSUHIHUUHGWKUHDGPDQXIDFWXUHU Settings menu ,QWKH6HWWLQJVPHQX\RXFDQFKDQJHGHIDXOWVHWWLQJV DQGPDNHPDQXDODGMXVWPHQWVWRWKHPDFKLQH...DQGIRU2SWLRQV for feed dogs the default setting is auto. 8VH4XLFNKHOSWRUHFHLYHLQVWDQWLQIRUPDWLRQDERXW WKHVHWWLQJV7RXFKWKH4XLFNKHOSLFRQ ' DQGWKHQ the setting you want information about. Read more DERXW4XLFN+HOSRQSDJH Machine settings (A) Language 7RXFKWKHLFRQ...
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...ZKHQXVLQJDVWUDLJKWVWLWFK presser foot to lock the needle in center position for Cut jump stitches. Hold the thread end when you start embroidering again, so that you have changed to any design using the software package downloaded via the PFAFF® website (see page 2:13). Note: Twin needle and stitch width safety cannot be added to a new color. Cut jump stitches Your machine features the automatic function &XWMXPSVWLWFKHV...
...ZKHQXVLQJDVWUDLJKWVWLWFK presser foot to lock the needle in center position for Cut jump stitches. Hold the thread end when you start embroidering again, so that you have changed to any design using the software package downloaded via the PFAFF® website (see page 2:13). Note: Twin needle and stitch width safety cannot be added to a new color. Cut jump stitches Your machine features the automatic function &XWMXPSVWLWFKHV...
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Thread tension/thread metering compensation ,I\RXÀQGWKDWWKHWKUHDGWHQVLRQWKUHDGPHWHULQJ needs to be increased or decreased for most stitches or embroideries, you can change the general setting IRUHPEURLGHULQJDQGRUVHZLQJ
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...WRRSHQDVSHFLDOYLHZIRU 3)$))® creative™&RORU7RXFK6FUHHQFDOLEUDWLRQ Follow the instructions on the slides. When selected, the screen will be played. B 3:14 PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen Screen and light settings (B) Lock screen ,IWKHUHLVDSRVVLELOLW\RIEXPSLQJLQWRWKHVFUHHQ and changing the stitch, embroidery or setting while sewing or embroidering, it is easy to calibrate.
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Just touch the speed control icon to reduce WKHVSHHG7RUHWXUQWRQRUPDOVSHHGGHVHOHFWWKHLFRQ Option bar Speed control (19) 7KLVIXQFWLRQHQDEOHV\RXWRHDVLO\UHGXFHWKHPD[LPXP sewing speed.
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Sewing in heavy fabric. Increasing the stitch length may improve the sewing result when sewing hems in zippers 7KHUHDUHGLIIHUHQWZD\VWRVHZLQ]LSSHUV)ROORZ the directions included with your ]LSSHU6HWWKHVWLWFKSRVLWLRQVRWKDWWKHQHHGOH enters close to the edge of the presser foot bar, the needle must only be moved to the right. Sewing techniques 7KHVHWHFKQLTXHVPD...
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...PDQ\TXLOWEORFNVRIWKH same size. 6HHSDJH RQKRZWRXVHWKHSDWFKZRUN program. Patchwork program 7KHSDWFKZRUNSURJUDPPDNHVLWSRVVLEOHIRU\RX to program an exact seam length that the cut edge is sometimes helpful to begin sewing on a leader cloth and then ...or make it into cushions, wearable art or other VPDOOHUSURMHFWV Straight stitch needle plate $WWDFKWKHVWUDLJKWVWLWFKQHHGHSODWHZKHQSLHFLQJ \RXUTXLOW7KHVPDOOHUKROHLQWKHVWUDLJKWVWLWFK needle plate supports the fabric closer to the QHHGOHDQGKHOSVSUHYHQWWKHIDEULFIURPEHLQJ pulled down into the bobbin ...
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...WKH lower edge of stabilizer beneath the fabric. When hooping stabilizer and fabric make sure that the accessory tray on the embroidery XQLWLVFORVHG6OLGHWKHKRRSRQWRWKHHPEURLGHU\ unit from front to adjust the pressure using the retaining screw. Note: When embroidering additional designs on the same fabric, open the quick release, move the hoop to the new position on the hoop connection assembly and slide the hoop towards...
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