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...$GRXEOHLQVXODWHGSURGXFWLVPDUNHGZLWKWKHZRUGV¶'28%/( ,168/$7,21·RU¶'28%/(,168/$7('· Return the sewing machine to the nearest DXWKRUL]HGGHDOHURUVHUYLFHFHQWHUIRUH[DPLQDWLRQUHSDLUHOHFWULFDORUPHFKDQLFDODGMXVWPHQW 1HYHURSHUDWHWKH...VHZLQJPDFKLQHZLWKDQ\DLURSHQLQJVEORFNHG.HHSYHQWLODWLRQRSHQLQJVRIWKH sewing machine and foot controller free from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always...
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... 2:1 Unpacking 2:2 Connect to the power supply 2:2 Pack away after sewing 2:3 /('OLJKWV 2:3 Free arm 2:3 Thread cutter 2:3 6SRROSLQV 2:3 Threading the machine 2:4 %REELQZLQGLQJ 2:6 Inserting the bobbin 2:7 ,'7TMV\VWHP,QWHJUDWHGGXDO...IHHG 2:7 (OHFWURQLFNQHHOLIW 2:8 Needles 2:8 Changing the needle 2:9 Lowering feed dogs 2:9 Changing the presser foot 2.9 %XWWRQVIRUquilt expression™ 4.2 2:11 %XWWRQVIRUexpression™ 3.2 2:13 6HWWLQJVPHQX 2:15 3 Sewing...
... 2:1 Unpacking 2:2 Connect to the power supply 2:2 Pack away after sewing 2:3 /('OLJKWV 2:3 Free arm 2:3 Thread cutter 2:3 6SRROSLQV 2:3 Threading the machine 2:4 %REELQZLQGLQJ 2:6 Inserting the bobbin 2:7 ,'7TMV\VWHP,QWHJUDWHGGXDO...IHHG 2:7 (OHFWURQLFNQHHOLIW 2:8 Needles 2:8 Changing the needle 2:9 Lowering feed dogs 2:9 Changing the presser foot 2.9 %XWWRQVIRUquilt expression™ 4.2 2:11 %XWWRQVIRUexpression™ 3.2 2:13 6HWWLQJVPHQX 2:15 3 Sewing...
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... to VHZFORVHWRERWKVLGHVRIWKH]LSSHUWHHWK0RYHWKHQHHGOHSRVLWLRQWRWKHULJKWRUOHIWWR sew closer to zipper teeth. 6HQVRUPDWLFEXWWRQKROHIRRW$ When connected to the machine, the buttonhole is sewn in a suitable length to ride along the fold of the hem edge. =LSSHUIRRWZLWK...ÁRZVPRRWKO\RYHUWKHVWLWFKHV %OLQGKHPIRRWZLWK,'7 This foot is used for sewing manual buttonholes. The toe on either the right or the left of the needle, making it will go into the machine. The clearance between the needle and the outer edge of WKHWRHLVµPP...
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... number 820920-096). 6 Requires optional Join and Fold Edging Foot w/IDT™ system (Part number 820931-096). Alphabets Comic (3.2 & 4.2) Cyrillic (3.2 & 4.2*) Outline (4.2**) * Only in russian quilt expression™ 4.2 sewing machine. ** Not included in russian quilt expression™ 4.2 sewing machine. 1:12
... number 820920-096). 6 Requires optional Join and Fold Edging Foot w/IDT™ system (Part number 820931-096). Alphabets Comic (3.2 & 4.2) Cyrillic (3.2 & 4.2*) Outline (4.2**) * Only in russian quilt expression™ 4.2 sewing machine. ** Not included in russian quilt expression™ 4.2 sewing machine. 1:12
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...WKHVSDFHRIWKHIRRWFRQWURO3XVKÀUPO\ to the front socket on the bottom right side of the foot control. Note: Your PFAFF® Expression sewing machine is properly connected. Note: Connecting the foot control cord to the foot FRQWUROLVRQO\QHFHVVDU\WKHYHU\ÀUVWWLPH\RXDUH going...
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Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine. 3. Wind the cord around the foot control for easy storage. 3ODFHDOODFFHVVRULHVLQWKHDFFHVVRU\WUD\6OLGH the tray on to the machine around the free arm. 3ODFHWKHIRRWFRQWUROLQWKHVSDFHDERYHWKH free arm. 3XWRQWKHKDUGFRYHU LED lights Preparations Pack away after sewing 6ZLWFKWKHPDLQVZLWFKRII 2.
Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine. 3. Wind the cord around the foot control for easy storage. 3ODFHDOODFFHVVRULHVLQWKHDFFHVVRU\WUD\6OLGH the tray on to the machine around the free arm. 3ODFHWKHIRRWFRQWUROLQWKHVSDFHDERYHWKH free arm. 3XWRQWKHKDUGFRYHU LED lights Preparations Pack away after sewing 6ZLWFKWKHPDLQVZLWFKRII 2.
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...RQWKHVSRROSLQDQGÀWDVSRRO cap of thread or for a second spool when sewing with a twin needle. 5DLVHWKHDX[LOLDU\VSRROSLQ6OLGHRQDODUJHVSRRO cap and...URWDWLQJ Auxiliary spool pin The auxiliary spool pin is in vertical position. Threading the machine Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is used when winding ...KDQGWKUHDGLQJ VORWWRWKHQHHGOHWKUHDGJXLGH( 5. Thread the needle. B C C B A D E quilt expression™ 4.2 2:4 Vertical position 5DLVHWKHVSRROSLQWRWKHYHUWLFDOSRVLWLRQ6OLGH on the large spool cap and place...
...RQWKHVSRROSLQDQGÀWDVSRRO cap of thread or for a second spool when sewing with a twin needle. 5DLVHWKHDX[LOLDU\VSRROSLQ6OLGHRQDODUJHVSRRO cap and...URWDWLQJ Auxiliary spool pin The auxiliary spool pin is in vertical position. Threading the machine Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is used when winding ...KDQGWKUHDGLQJ VORWWRWKHQHHGOHWKUHDGJXLGH( 5. Thread the needle. B C C B A D E quilt expression™ 4.2 2:4 Vertical position 5DLVHWKHVSRROSLQWRWKHYHUWLFDOSRVLWLRQ6OLGH on the large spool cap and place...
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Push the new needle upwards with the ÁDWVLGHDZD\IURP\RXXQWLOLWZLOOJRQR further. 5. Tighten the needle screw as tight as it will go. Preparations Changing the needle 1. Lowering feed dogs Use the hole in the multi-purpose tool to hold the needle. /RRVHQWKHQHHGOHVFUHZ8VHWKHVFUHZGULYHU if necessary. 5HPRYHWKHQHHGOH 4. Insert the new needle, using the multi-purpose tool.
Push the new needle upwards with the ÁDWVLGHDZD\IURP\RXXQWLOLWZLOOJRQR further. 5. Tighten the needle screw as tight as it will go. Preparations Changing the needle 1. Lowering feed dogs Use the hole in the multi-purpose tool to hold the needle. /RRVHQWKHQHHGOHVFUHZ8VHWKHVFUHZGULYHU if necessary. 5HPRYHWKHQHHGOH 4. Insert the new needle, using the multi-purpose tool.
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Buttons for quilt expression™ 4.2 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 15 16 17 Preparations 1 2 OK 3 4 5 6 7 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Needle stop up/down with indicator (1) 3UHVVWKLVEXWWRQWRPRYHWKHQHHGOHXSRUGRZQ The setting of the needle stop position is changed DWWKHVDPHWLPH:KHQQHHGOHGRZQLVDFWLYDWHG the indicator is lit, the needle will stop in the down SRVLWLRQDQGWKHSUHVVHUIRRWZLOOUDLVHWRSLYRW height.
Buttons for quilt expression™ 4.2 8 9 10 11 12 14 13 15 16 17 Preparations 1 2 OK 3 4 5 6 7 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Needle stop up/down with indicator (1) 3UHVVWKLVEXWWRQWRPRYHWKHQHHGOHXSRUGRZQ The setting of the needle stop position is changed DWWKHVDPHWLPH:KHQQHHGOHGRZQLVDFWLYDWHG the indicator is lit, the needle will stop in the down SRVLWLRQDQGWKHSUHVVHUIRRWZLOOUDLVHWRSLYRW height.
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...RSWLRQV6WLWFKHVDUHVKRZQLQUHDO size. Direct selection (17) %\SUHVVLQJRQHRIRUDFRPELQDWLRQRIWKHWR buttons, you start sewing. buttons. 3UHVVWKHDOWHUQDWLYHVEXWWRQ WRYLHZWKH density setting for the selected stitch. The wheel has up and down and pivot toggle...Stitch width or stitch positioning (13) Increase or decrease the stitch width using the foot control. F2 - buttons to change the density for machine settings. Use the + and buttons to change the stitch position. F1 - Press the button once to GHDFWLYDWHUHSHDWIRUGDUQLQJVWLWFKHV$OO...
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Preparations Buttons for expression™ 3.2 2349 11 10 12 13 14 1 4 3 2 1 8 5 6 7 OK 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Thread tension dial (1) ,IQHHGHGDGMXVWWKHWRSWKUHDGWHQVLRQXVLQJWKH markings on the tension dial. Needle stop up/down with indicator (2) 3UHVVWKLVEXWWRQWRPRYHWKHQHHGOHXSRUGRZQ The setting of the needle stop position is changed DWWKHVDPHWLPH:KHQQHHGOHGRZQLVDFWLYDWHG the indicator is lit, the needle will stop in the down position.
Preparations Buttons for expression™ 3.2 2349 11 10 12 13 14 1 4 3 2 1 8 5 6 7 OK 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Thread tension dial (1) ,IQHHGHGDGMXVWWKHWRSWKUHDGWHQVLRQXVLQJWKH markings on the tension dial. Needle stop up/down with indicator (2) 3UHVVWKLVEXWWRQWRPRYHWKHQHHGOHXSRUGRZQ The setting of the needle stop position is changed DWWKHVDPHWLPH:KHQQHHGOHGRZQLVDFWLYDWHG the indicator is lit, the needle will stop in the down position.
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...QRWDFWLYDWHG Note: If a setting cannot be combined with a previously selected setting, the outlines of that the setting will be kept until you switch your machine off. This icon shows you that box will be dashed.
...QRWDFWLYDWHG Note: If a setting cannot be combined with a previously selected setting, the outlines of that the setting will be kept until you switch your machine off. This icon shows you that box will be dashed.
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...be shown instead of the presser foot recommendation. 7KHIDEULFPXVWEHPRYHGPDQXDOO\:KHQVHZLQJ in free-motion at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. In sewing mode, press the info button. When turning on the wheel WRDGMXVWWKHSUHVVXUH7KHKLJKHUWKHQXPEHU WKHPRUHSUHVVXUHRQ...DGMXVWWKHSUHVVHU IRRWSUHVVXUH7RLPSURYHWKHUHVXOWZKHQXVLQJ VSHFLDOW\WHFKQLTXHVDGMXVWWKHSUHVVXUH Use the left and right arrow buttons on the machine, a pop-up and down with the needle as you are stitching. /RZHULQJWKHSLYRWKHLJKWZLOOUHGXFHWKHVSDFH between the presser foot...
...be shown instead of the presser foot recommendation. 7KHIDEULFPXVWEHPRYHGPDQXDOO\:KHQVHZLQJ in free-motion at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. In sewing mode, press the info button. When turning on the wheel WRDGMXVWWKHSUHVVXUH7KHKLJKHUWKHQXPEHU WKHPRUHSUHVVXUHRQ...DGMXVWWKHSUHVVHU IRRWSUHVVXUH7RLPSURYHWKHUHVXOWZKHQXVLQJ VSHFLDOW\WHFKQLTXHVDGMXVWWKHSUHVVXUH Use the left and right arrow buttons on the machine, a pop-up and down with the needle as you are stitching. /RZHULQJWKHSLYRWKHLJKWZLOOUHGXFHWKHVSDFH between the presser foot...
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... display, indicating which tie-off functions are selected. For 4.2: :KHQDWKUHDGVQLS& LVSURJUDPPHG the machine will be lit. The reverse indicator will be lit. Press the F2 button to sewing forward, stop sewing in reverse to side button. No tie-off will be performed. No indicators will be performed. ... side to activate tie-off end. Tie-off options The tie-off button, found on the front of the machine. Use the wheel to activate reverse sewing. Note: Stop sewing and press the reverse button twice to step between the options and SUHVV2.WRVHOHFWZKLFKIXQFWLRQV\RXZDQWWR...
... display, indicating which tie-off functions are selected. For 4.2: :KHQDWKUHDGVQLS& LVSURJUDPPHG the machine will be lit. The reverse indicator will be lit. Press the F2 button to sewing forward, stop sewing in reverse to side button. No tie-off will be performed. No indicators will be performed. ... side to activate tie-off end. Tie-off options The tie-off button, found on the front of the machine. Use the wheel to activate reverse sewing. Note: Stop sewing and press the reverse button twice to step between the options and SUHVV2.WRVHOHFWZKLFKIXQFWLRQV\RXZDQWWR...
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... Speed control 1. A 2SHQWKHWDSHULQJSURJUDPYLHZE\SUHVVLQJ the F1 button. 2. Long press the speed button to change the sewing speed. Press the speed button again to create symmetrical or asymmetrical tapers. Use the left and right arrow buttons on the wheel to open...sewing to VHZZLWKWKHVSHHG\RXSUHYLRXVO\VHOHFWHG B 3:5 The width is reduced until the selected stitch width is 0 mm. Note: Almost all stitches can use the left and right arrow buttons on the wheel to open the tapering program view for a stitch that will indicate the speed your machine...
... Speed control 1. A 2SHQWKHWDSHULQJSURJUDPYLHZE\SUHVVLQJ the F1 button. 2. Long press the speed button to change the sewing speed. Press the speed button again to create symmetrical or asymmetrical tapers. Use the left and right arrow buttons on the wheel to open...sewing to VHZZLWKWKHVSHHG\RXSUHYLRXVO\VHOHFWHG B 3:5 The width is reduced until the selected stitch width is 0 mm. Note: Almost all stitches can use the left and right arrow buttons on the wheel to open the tapering program view for a stitch that will indicate the speed your machine...
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...in the button are aligned with the width + and buttons. Lower the feed dogs. 3. The graphic display will show the part and sewing direction of the needle and the width is being sewn. 3UHVVWKHUHYHUVHEXWWRQ7KHPDFKLQHVHZV the bartack and the second column. ... the swing of the buttonhole that repeat is complete. 3UHVVWKH)EXWWRQWRGHDFWLYDWHUHSHDW Sew on a button 7RVHZRQDEXWWRQUHPRYHWKHSUHVVHUIRRW and select the button sewing stitch. 2. The machine will be highlighted, showing you wish by pressing the foot control. Use the mirroring function to...
...in the button are aligned with the width + and buttons. Lower the feed dogs. 3. The graphic display will show the part and sewing direction of the needle and the width is being sewn. 3UHVVWKHUHYHUVHEXWWRQ7KHPDFKLQHVHZV the bartack and the second column. ... the swing of the buttonhole that repeat is complete. 3UHVVWKH)EXWWRQWRGHDFWLYDWHUHSHDW Sew on a button 7RVHZRQDEXWWRQUHPRYHWKHSUHVVHUIRRW and select the button sewing stitch. 2. The machine will be highlighted, showing you wish by pressing the foot control. Use the mirroring function to...
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.... For 4.2: Use caution when cleaning around A the thread snips knife. Cleaning the bobbin area Note: Lower the feed dogs and turn off the machine. 5HPRYHWKHSUHVVHUIRRWDQGVOLGHRIIWKHEREELQ FRYHU3ODFHWKHVFUHZGULYHUXQGHUWKHVWLWFK B plate as shown on the picture, and gently... VRIWFORWKWRUHPRYHDQ\GXVWRUOLQWEXLOWXS Wipe the graphic display with a clean, soft and damp cloth. Cleaning the machine To keep your sewing machine operating well, clean LWRIWHQ1ROXEULFDWLRQRLOLQJ LVQHHGHG Wipe the exterior surface of the bobbin case, by lifting it clicks into place...
.... For 4.2: Use caution when cleaning around A the thread snips knife. Cleaning the bobbin area Note: Lower the feed dogs and turn off the machine. 5HPRYHWKHSUHVVHUIRRWDQGVOLGHRIIWKHEREELQ FRYHU3ODFHWKHVFUHZGULYHUXQGHUWKHVWLWFK B plate as shown on the picture, and gently... VRIWFORWKWRUHPRYHDQ\GXVWRUOLQWEXLOWXS Wipe the graphic display with a clean, soft and damp cloth. Cleaning the machine To keep your sewing machine operating well, clean LWRIWHQ1ROXEULFDWLRQRLOLQJ LVQHHGHG Wipe the exterior surface of the bobbin case, by lifting it clicks into place...
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...ZLWK\RXUPDFKLQH )RUIXUWKHULQIRUPDWLRQSOHDVHFRQWDFW\RXUORFDODXWKRUL]HG3)$))GHDOHUZKRZLOOEHKDSS\WRKHOS you. The sewing machine function buttons do not respond to the proper size for the thread? Make sure that the foot control cord is securely plugged into the...LQVHUWWKHQHHGOHSURSHUO\" Insert needle correctly as described in chapter 2. 'LG\RXLQVHUWDZURQJQHHGOH" Use needle system 130/750 H. The machine will not sew? IURPDQDXWKRUL]HG3)$))GHDOHU Maintenance 5:3 Insert a new needle. 'LG\RXWKUHDGWKHPDFKLQHSURSHUO\" Check how the...
...ZLWK\RXUPDFKLQH )RUIXUWKHULQIRUPDWLRQSOHDVHFRQWDFW\RXUORFDODXWKRUL]HG3)$))GHDOHUZKRZLOOEHKDSS\WRKHOS you. The sewing machine function buttons do not respond to the proper size for the thread? Make sure that the foot control cord is securely plugged into the...LQVHUWWKHQHHGOHSURSHUO\" Insert needle correctly as described in chapter 2. 'LG\RXLQVHUWDZURQJQHHGOH" Use needle system 130/750 H. The machine will not sew? IURPDQDXWKRUL]HG3)$))GHDOHU Maintenance 5:3 Insert a new needle. 'LG\RXWKUHDGWKHPDFKLQHSURSHUO\" Check how the...
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...\RXXVLQJWRRWKLFNRUVOXEEHGWKUHDG" ,VWKHEREELQWKUHDGHYHQO\ZRXQG" Is a correct needle used ? Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! ,I\RXKDYHIROORZHGWKLVWURXEOHVKRRWLQJLQIRUPDWLRQDQGVWLOOKDYHSUREOHPVWDNH\RXUVHZLQJPDFKLQH WR\RXUGHDOHU...VHZLQJVDPSOHZLOORIWHQJLYHPXFKEHWWHULQIRUPDWLRQ than words. Check the bobbin thread. Check needle thread tension and the threading. Has sewing lint collected between the feed dogs? 5HPRYHWKHVWLWFKSODWHDQGFOHDQWKHIHHGGRJVZLWKD brush. Is a correct spool cap used...
...\RXXVLQJWRRWKLFNRUVOXEEHGWKUHDG" ,VWKHEREELQWKUHDGHYHQO\ZRXQG" Is a correct needle used ? Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! ,I\RXKDYHIROORZHGWKLVWURXEOHVKRRWLQJLQIRUPDWLRQDQGVWLOOKDYHSUREOHPVWDNH\RXUVHZLQJPDFKLQH WR\RXUGHDOHU...VHZLQJVDPSOHZLOORIWHQJLYHPXFKEHWWHULQIRUPDWLRQ than words. Check the bobbin thread. Check needle thread tension and the threading. Has sewing lint collected between the feed dogs? 5HPRYHWKHVWLWFKSODWHDQGFOHDQWKHIHHGGRJVZLWKD brush. Is a correct spool cap used...