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Question posted by kjbowenpittsburg on August 6th, 2023

How Do I Remove The Pfaff 78 Out Of The Wooden Cabinet To Take To Be Repaired?

No information is mentioned about removing the machine from the cabinet. I need it out so I can take to the repair person about 45 miles away.

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Answer #1: Posted by INIMITABLE on August 6th, 2023 1:51 PM

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The video link below will help you with each step to do that.

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Answer #2: Posted by SonuKumar on August 6th, 2023 10:16 PM

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To remove the Pfaff 78 out of the wooden cabinet to take to be repaired, you will need to follow these steps:

Unplug the sewing machine from the power outlet.

Remove the four screws that secure the top of the cabinet to the bottom of the cabinet.

Lift up the top of the cabinet and set it aside.

Locate the two screws that secure the sewing machine to the cabinet.

Use a screwdriver to remove the screws.

Carefully lift the sewing machine out of the cabinet.

Be careful not to damage the sewing machine or the cabinet.

Once you have removed the sewing machine from the cabinet, you can take it to be repaired.

Here are some additional safety tips for removing the Pfaff 78 out of the wooden cabinet:

Make sure that the sewing machine is unplugged from the power outlet before you start.

Be careful not to damage the sewing machine or the cabinet when you are removing the screws.

If you are not comfortable removing the sewing machine from the cabinet yourself, you can take it to a qualified technician for help.

Here are some additional tips for repairing a Pfaff 78 sewing machine:

If the sewing machine is not sewing properly, it may need to be cleaned and lubricated.

If the sewing machine is making strange noises, it may need to be repaired by a qualified technician.

If the sewing machine is not working at all, it may need to be replaced.

I hope this helps!

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