Owner's Manual
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...presser foot 8 Needle information 9 Changing the needles 9 Movable upper cutter 9 Disengaging, position B 9 Engaging, position A 9 2-thread overlock converter 10 Engaging 10 Disengaging 10 Stitch finger lever setting 10 Threading General threading information 11 Threading the upper looper (red 12 ... 24 Presser foot pressure adjustment 24 Stitch length adjustment 24 Differential feed adjustment 25 Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics 25 Stretch overlock (lightweight fabrics 25 Thread tension fine tuning 26 Maintenance Machine maintenance 28 Cleaning 28...
...presser foot 8 Needle information 9 Changing the needles 9 Movable upper cutter 9 Disengaging, position B 9 Engaging, position A 9 2-thread overlock converter 10 Engaging 10 Disengaging 10 Stitch finger lever setting 10 Threading General threading information 11 Threading the upper looper (red 12 ... 24 Presser foot pressure adjustment 24 Stitch length adjustment 24 Differential feed adjustment 25 Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics 25 Stretch overlock (lightweight fabrics 25 Thread tension fine tuning 26 Maintenance Machine maintenance 28 Cleaning 28...
Owner's Manual
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... and more. Gathering Foot 620 08 83-96 The Gathering Foot is sewn between the two layers of excess dye which can also create your overlock machine. Fleece and denim fabric, especially red and blue, often contain a lot of excess dye, always pre-wash it before sewing to prevent...Edge Foot. Elastic Foot 620 08 65-96 The Elastic Foot guides and stretches narrow elastic (¼-½", 6-12mm) as you suspect that your PFAFF® dealer. Optional accessories from INSPIRA™ Optional presser feet specially prepared for this machine are available at .) Suitable for light and medium ...
... and more. Gathering Foot 620 08 83-96 The Gathering Foot is sewn between the two layers of excess dye which can also create your overlock machine. Fleece and denim fabric, especially red and blue, often contain a lot of excess dye, always pre-wash it before sewing to prevent...Edge Foot. Elastic Foot 620 08 65-96 The Elastic Foot guides and stretches narrow elastic (¼-½", 6-12mm) as you suspect that your PFAFF® dealer. Optional accessories from INSPIRA™ Optional presser feet specially prepared for this machine are available at .) Suitable for light and medium ...
Owner's Manual
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... in this may cause the needle clamp to the back. • Insert the needle into the needle clamp as far as it will go . A B A. Overlock left needle B. Changing the needles Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. Do not attempt to hold the needle. • Securely tighten... machine needle of fabric under the presser foot. Note: When inserting needles into the locked position B. Note: Do not over-tighten the screw as this overlock. Engaging, position A • Open the front cover and pull the movable cutter knob to the right as far as it will go . • Turn ...
... in this may cause the needle clamp to the back. • Insert the needle into the needle clamp as far as it will go . A B A. Overlock left needle B. Changing the needles Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. Do not attempt to hold the needle. • Securely tighten... machine needle of fabric under the presser foot. Note: When inserting needles into the locked position B. Note: Do not over-tighten the screw as this overlock. Engaging, position A • Open the front cover and pull the movable cutter knob to the right as far as it will go . • Turn ...
Owner's Manual
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... The stitch finger lever should be attached to the upper looper. Before sewing, the 2-thread converter must be set to N for all standard overlock sewing. R When moving the stitch finger lever, be sure to push the lever as far as it will go in the eye (B) of ...the upper looper. Disengaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. 2-thread overlock stitches are sewn using one needle B thread and the lower looper thread. 2-thread overlock converter A Engaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. • Lower the white ...
... The stitch finger lever should be attached to the upper looper. Before sewing, the 2-thread converter must be set to N for all standard overlock sewing. R When moving the stitch finger lever, be sure to push the lever as far as it will go in the eye (B) of ...the upper looper. Disengaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. 2-thread overlock stitches are sewn using one needle B thread and the lower looper thread. 2-thread overlock converter A Engaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine. • Lower the white ...
Owner's Manual
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...coded diagram is threaded to easily thread your own threads to these threads and carefully pull them through the machine, to sew a standard overlock. Thread the lower looper 5. Threading 11 Always start threading the upper looper, followed by step instructions on the edge of the spool.... Tie your new overlock machine the first time. Fabric Needles Thread Light fabric (voil, crepe, georgette, etc.) #12/80 Polyester (spun filament) Twisted ...
...coded diagram is threaded to easily thread your own threads to these threads and carefully pull them through the machine, to sew a standard overlock. Thread the lower looper 5. Threading 11 Always start threading the upper looper, followed by step instructions on the edge of the spool.... Tie your new overlock machine the first time. Fabric Needles Thread Light fabric (voil, crepe, georgette, etc.) #12/80 Polyester (spun filament) Twisted ...
Owner's Manual
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... cutter Stitch length Differential feed 2-thread converter Stitch ATD N/R Threading path A/B BGR Y A A and B 2.5 6.0 1.0 N No A 4-thread overlock For all seams where stretch or give is set automatically by combining the ATD with the optional elastic foot. Always test sew on normal conditions...tension is needed, such as it has been sewn onto fabric.) A B 2.5 6.0 1.0 N No A ••• 3-thread overlock, narrow For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of the 2-thread converter. Specialty techniques can be necessary to ...
... cutter Stitch length Differential feed 2-thread converter Stitch ATD N/R Threading path A/B BGR Y A A and B 2.5 6.0 1.0 N No A 4-thread overlock For all seams where stretch or give is set automatically by combining the ATD with the optional elastic foot. Always test sew on normal conditions...tension is needed, such as it has been sewn onto fabric.) A B 2.5 6.0 1.0 N No A ••• 3-thread overlock, narrow For sewing two layers of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of the 2-thread converter. Specialty techniques can be necessary to ...
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... heavyweight stretch fabrics. 18 Stitches & sewing techniques Change the thread tension accordingly. * Not recommended for a beautiful satin edge. G A and B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A •• • 3-thread stretch overlock For sewing extra stretchy fabrics. It gives a nice finish on page 23. F B 2 6.0 1.0 N No A ••• 3-thread flatlock, narrow For sewing stretchy fabrics...
... heavyweight stretch fabrics. 18 Stitches & sewing techniques Change the thread tension accordingly. * Not recommended for a beautiful satin edge. G A and B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A •• • 3-thread stretch overlock For sewing extra stretchy fabrics. It gives a nice finish on page 23. F B 2 6.0 1.0 N No A ••• 3-thread flatlock, narrow For sewing stretchy fabrics...
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E A 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A• • 2-thread overlock, wide For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. E B 2 6.0 1.0 R Yes A • • 2-thread .... * Not recommended for edging lightweight fabrics. Converter required. Converter required. Converter required. Stitches & sewing techniques 19 E B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A • • 2-thread overlock, narrow For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. Stitch ATD N/R Threading path A/B BGR Y C B 1 6.0 1.0 R No A ••• 3-thread...
E A 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A• • 2-thread overlock, wide For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. E B 2 6.0 1.0 R Yes A • • 2-thread .... * Not recommended for edging lightweight fabrics. Converter required. Converter required. Converter required. Stitches & sewing techniques 19 E B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A • • 2-thread overlock, narrow For overcasting a single layer of light to medium weight fabrics. Stitch ATD N/R Threading path A/B BGR Y C B 1 6.0 1.0 R No A ••• 3-thread...
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G A 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A• • 2-thread wrapped overlock, wide Decorative finish for garments and homedec. Converter required. Converter required. Thread the lower looper with ... stitch to heavyweight stretch fabrics. 20 Stitches & sewing techniques It gives a nice finish on page 23. D B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A • • 2-thread wrapped overlock, narrow Gives a beautiful finish to lightweight fabrics. Converter required. Stitch ATD N/R Threading path A/B BGR Y E A 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A• • 2-thread fl...
G A 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A• • 2-thread wrapped overlock, wide Decorative finish for garments and homedec. Converter required. Converter required. Thread the lower looper with ... stitch to heavyweight stretch fabrics. 20 Stitches & sewing techniques It gives a nice finish on page 23. D B 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A • • 2-thread wrapped overlock, narrow Gives a beautiful finish to lightweight fabrics. Converter required. Stitch ATD N/R Threading path A/B BGR Y E A 2 6.0 1.0 N Yes A• • 2-thread fl...
Owner's Manual
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... secure the threads. Disengage the movable upper cutter. (See page 9) 2. Chained off 1. Position the filler cord under the fabric while overlocking. Note: Make a thread chain and test sew on your fabric before cutting out the garment. Sewing with the wrong sides together and sew. ...the mark with lightweight regular thread. When threading a heavy decorative thread, place the thread through the hole in it, used for a 3-thread overlock, narrow. Place the pin into the seam. Rolled edge sewing The rolled edge stitch is appropriate for a few centimetres (an inch). Then ...
... secure the threads. Disengage the movable upper cutter. (See page 9) 2. Chained off 1. Position the filler cord under the fabric while overlocking. Note: Make a thread chain and test sew on your fabric before cutting out the garment. Sewing with the wrong sides together and sew. ...the mark with lightweight regular thread. When threading a heavy decorative thread, place the thread through the hole in it, used for a 3-thread overlock, narrow. Place the pin into the seam. Rolled edge sewing The rolled edge stitch is appropriate for a few centimetres (an inch). Then ...
Owner's Manual
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... on normal fabric, set the differential feed adjusting dial to give perfect results when sewing on speciality fabrics. Stretch overlock (lightweight fabrics) When overedging light woven or loosely knit fabrics, such as knits and jersey, adjust the differential feed to a ...value between 1.0 and 2.0. When the amount of feed teeth arranged one behind the other to 1.0. Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics) When overedging stretch fabric, such as silk and silky knitwear, adjust the differential feed to a value between 0.6 and 1.0. ...
... on normal fabric, set the differential feed adjusting dial to give perfect results when sewing on speciality fabrics. Stretch overlock (lightweight fabrics) When overedging light woven or loosely knit fabrics, such as knits and jersey, adjust the differential feed to a ...value between 1.0 and 2.0. When the amount of feed teeth arranged one behind the other to 1.0. Gathered overlock (stretch, knit fabrics) When overedging stretch fabric, such as silk and silky knitwear, adjust the differential feed to a value between 0.6 and 1.0. ...
Owner's Manual
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Or, move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever (yellow) toward a lower position. 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 ... tuning levers depending on: • Type and thickness of the fabric • Needle size • Size, type and fibre content of the thread 2-thread overlock When the lower looper thread lies on the underside of the fabric When the needle thread tension is too loose Move the lower looper thread...
Or, move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever (yellow) toward a lower position. 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 ... tuning levers depending on: • Type and thickness of the fabric • Needle size • Size, type and fibre content of the thread 2-thread overlock When the lower looper thread lies on the underside of the fabric When the needle thread tension is too loose Move the lower looper thread...
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... fine tuning lever (yellow) toward a higher position. Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever (blue) toward a higher position. 3-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... tuning lever (red) toward a lower position. Or, move the upper looper thread tension fine tuning lever (red) to a higher position. 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...
... fine tuning lever (yellow) toward a higher position. Move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever (blue) toward a higher position. 3-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... tuning lever (red) toward a lower position. Or, move the upper looper thread tension fine tuning lever (red) to a higher position. 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...
Owner's Manual
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...machine surface 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 9). • Loosen ... oiled frequently to the following directions. The movable upper cutter should be replaced according to lubricate the internal working parts. 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...
...machine surface 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 9). • Loosen ... oiled frequently to the following directions. The movable upper cutter should be replaced according to lubricate the internal working parts. 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...
Owner's Manual
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... or caught thread. - Use a larger size needle on heavy fabrics. - Insert needle correctly. - Change type or size of fabric with conventional machine before sewing with overlock. - Check for heavyweight fabric. - Tighten needle set screw. - Insert new needle, current needle may be bent or have a blunt point. - Increase presser foot pressure. - Increase...
... or caught thread. - Use a larger size needle on heavy fabrics. - Insert needle correctly. - Change type or size of fabric with conventional machine before sewing with overlock. - Check for heavyweight fabric. - Tighten needle set screw. - Insert new needle, current needle may be bent or have a blunt point. - Increase presser foot pressure. - Increase...
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...stitches/min Stitch length 1.0 - 4.0 mm Differential feed ratio 0.6 - 2.0 Overlock stitch width Left needle: 5 - 7 mm Right needle: 3 - 5 mm Presser foot rise 4.5 mm Needles INSPIRA™ overlock needles system ELx705 size: #14/90, #12/80 Number of needles 2, ...1 Number of threads 2, 3, 4 Machine dimensions Length Width Height 404 mm 320 mm 326 mm Weight 8.7 kg We reserve the right to change the machine equipment and the assortment of KSIN Luxembourg II, S.ar.l. Intellectual Property PFAFF, HOBBYLOCK...
...stitches/min Stitch length 1.0 - 4.0 mm Differential feed ratio 0.6 - 2.0 Overlock stitch width Left needle: 5 - 7 mm Right needle: 3 - 5 mm Presser foot rise 4.5 mm Needles INSPIRA™ overlock needles system ELx705 size: #14/90, #12/80 Number of needles 2, ...1 Number of threads 2, 3, 4 Machine dimensions Length Width Height 404 mm 320 mm 326 mm Weight 8.7 kg We reserve the right to change the machine equipment and the assortment of KSIN Luxembourg II, S.ar.l. Intellectual Property PFAFF, HOBBYLOCK...