Pfaff 100 s manual

100 s OWNER´S MANUAL[...]

This houshold sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594 IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should alw ays be follo wed, including the f ollowing: Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine . D ANGER - T o reduce the risk of electric shoc k:[...]

Congratulations As the owner of a new sewing machine, you are about to begin an exciting adventure in creativity . From the moment you fi rst use your machine, you will know you are sewing on one of the easiest to use sewing machines ever made. May we recommend that, before you start to use your sewing machine, you discover the many advantages and[...]

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List of contents Principal parts of the machine ............................................................................ 2/3 Accessories ........................................................................................................ 4 Extension table ......................................................................................[...]

2 Principal parts of the machine 1. T ension dial 2. Bobbin thread guide 3. Thread take-up 4. Reverse lever 5. Thread cutting 6. Presser foot 7. Needle plate 8. Accessory tray 9. Bobbin winder 10. Stitch width dial 1 1. Stitch length dial 12. Stitch selection dial 13. Extension table[...]

3 Principal parts of the machine 14. Spool pin 15. Bobbin winder stop 16. Hole for second spool pin 17. Handwheel 18. Main switch 19. Main plug socket 20. Presser foot pressure 21. Upper thread guide 22. Handle 23. Presser foot lifter[...]

4 Accessories a. Standard foot b. Zipper foot c. Buttonhole foot d. Quilting foot e. Second spool pin f. Seam ripper/ brush g. Seam guide h. Needles i. Spool caps j. Bobbins k. Off-set screwdriver l. Feed dog cover m. Free-motion/darning foot n. Hard cover o. Felt pad[...]

5 Extension table Before sewing, please follow the arrow (1) of the drawing, and pull down the extension table. Extension table can help your fabric fl ow easier during sewing. When the sewing machine is not being used, store the machine with the extension table folded up. If you don't need extension table, you can also easily take it off. Fi[...]

6 Accessory tray Keep the snap-in accessory tray horizontal, and push it in the direction of the arrow . (1) Remove the accessory tray to sew cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs. The inside of the snap-in accessory tray can be utilized to store your accessories. T o open, lift up at the point of the arrow . (2)[...]

7 1 2 Connecting machine to power source Connect the machine to a power source as illustrated. (1) The appliance is equipped with a polarized plug which must be used with the appropriate polarized outlet. Attention: Unplug power cord when machine is not in use. Foot control Foot control regulates the sewing speed. (2) Attention: Consult a quali fi[...]

8 Changing the light bulb Disconnect the machine from the power supply by removing the plug from the main socket! Replace bulb with same type rated 10 watts (1 10-120V) or 15 watts (220-240V). - Loosen screw (A) as illustrated. (1) - Remove the cover (B). - T urn the bulb half a rotation counter clock-wise (C) (2) and remove the bulb. Push the new [...]

9 Presser foot lifter The presser foot lifter raises and lowers your presser foot. (A) When sewing several layers or thick fabrics, the presser foot can be raised higher for easy positioning of the work. (B) Adjusting presser foot pressure Standard presser foot pressure is set at "2". The presser foot pressure of the machine has been pre-[...]

10 Attaching the presser foot holder/presser foot/seam guide Raise the presser bar (a). (1) Attach the presser foot holder (b) as illustrated. Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot holder (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d). (2) Raise the lever (e). Lower the presser foot holder (b) and the presser foot (f) will enga[...]

11 Winding the bobbin - Place thread and spool cap onto spool pin (1). For smaller spools of thread place spool cap with small side next to spool (2). - Snap thread into thread guide (3). - Wind thread clockwise around bobbin winder tension discs (4). - Thread bobbin as illustrated and place on spindle (5). - Push bobbin to right (6). - Hold thread[...]

12 Inserting the bobbin When inserting or removing the bobbin, the needle must be in the highest position. 1. Insert the bobbin in the bobbin case with the thread running counterclockwise direction (arrow). 2. Pull the thread through the slit (A). 3. Draw the thread clockwise until it slips into the notch (B). 4. Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of [...]

13 Inserting and changing needle Change the needle regularly , especially if it is showing signs of wear and causing problems. Insert the needle following the illustrated instructions. A. Loosen the needle clamp screw and tighten again after inserting the new needle. (1) B. The fl at side of the needle should be towards the back. C-D. Insert the n[...]

14 Threading the upper thread This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly . - Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and also raise the presser foot to open the tension discs. (2) Note: For safety , it is strongly suggested you turn off the power before threading. - Lift up the spool pin. Place the spool of [...]

15 Thread tension Upper thread tension Basic thread tension setting: "4" T o increase the tension, turn the dial to the next number up. T o reduce the tension, turn the dial to the next number down. A. Normal thread tension for straight stitch sewing. B. Thread tension too loose for straight stitch sewing. T urn dial to higher number . C.[...]

16 Raising the bobbin thread Hold the upper thread with the left hand. T urn the handwheel (1) towards you (counterclockwise) lowering, then raising needle. Gently pull on the upper thread to bring the bobbin thread up through the needle plate hole (2). Lay both threads to the back under the presser foot. (3)[...]

17 Reverse sewing Reverse sewing is used for locking the end of seams and where reinforcement is needed. At the end of seam, press down the reverse sewing lever and touch the foot control lightly . Sew a few reverse stitches. Release lever and the machine will sew forwards again (A/1). Changing sewing directions 1. Stop the machine at the point whe[...]

18 Matching needle/ fabric/ thread NEEDLE, F ABRIC, THREAD SELECTION GUIDE NEEDLE SIZE F ABRICS THREAD 9-1 1 (70-80) Lightweight fabrics: thin cottons, voile, serge, silk , muslin, Qiana, interlocks, cotton knits, tricot, jerseys, crepes, woven polyester , shirt & blouse fabrics. Light-duty thread in cotton, nylon, polyester or cotton wrapped p[...]

19 How to choose your stitch T o select a stitch, simply turn the stitch selection dial. The stitch selection dial may be turned in either direction. The following page shows the recommended range of stitch lengths and widths. Adjust the stitch length with the stitch length dial. Y ou may choose stitch width by turning the stitch width dial. Adjust[...]

20 Straight stitching T urn the stitch selection dial so that the stitch display shows the straight stitch position. Generally speaking, the thicker the fabric, thread and needle, the longer the stitch should be. Stitch length dial Stitch width dial[...]

21 Zigzag stitching T urn the stitch selector dial to "A". Function of stitch width dial The maximum zigzag stitch width for zigzag stitching is "6"; however , the width can be reduced on any pattern. The width increases as you move zigzag dial from "0" - "6". For twin needle sewing, never set the width wider[...]

22 Overcasting stitches Seams, overcasting, visible hems. T urn stitch width dial to "6". Stretch overlock: (1) T urn stitch length dial to "S1". The stitch width can be adjusted to suit the fabric. For fi ne knits, jerseys, neck edges, ribbing. Standard overlock: (2) T urn stitch length dial to "S2". The stitch width[...]

23 Buttonholes Prepare 1. T ake off the standard foot and attach the buttonhole foot. 2. Measure diameter and thickness of button and add 0.3 cm (1/8”) for bar tacks; mark buttonhole size on fabric. 3. Place fabric under the foot, so that marking of the buttonhole foot aligns with marking of fabric. Lower the foot, so that the center line of the [...]

24 Zippers and piping Set the pattern selector dial to " ". T urn stitch width dial to "0". Set stitch length control between "1" - "4". Change to zipper foot (1). The zipper foot can be attached right (2) or left (3) depending on which side of the foot you are going to sew . T o sew past the zipper pull, low[...]

25 3-step zigzag stitch Sewing on lace and elastic, darning, mending, reinforcing edges. Set the machine as illustrated. Set stitch width control between "4" - "6". Set stitch length control between "1" - "2". Place the patch in position. The stitch length can be shortened to produce very close stitches. (1) [...]

26 Straight stretch stitch and Stretch triple zigzag stitch Straight stretch stitch Set the stitch pattern dial to "A". Used to add triple reinforcement to stretch and hardwearing seams. Set the stitch length dial to "S1". Set the stitch width dial to "0". Stretch triple zigzag stitch Set the stitch pattern dial to &qu[...]

27 Free-motion darning Install the feed dog cover . (1) Set the stitch length dial to "0". Set the stitch width dial to "0". Remove the presser foot clamp. (2) Attach the free-motion/darning foot to the presser foot holder . The lever (A) should be behind the needle clamp screw (B). Press the free-motion foot on fi rmly from be[...]

28 Darning - Set the machine as illustrated. - T urn stitch width dial to "0". - T urn stitch length dial to the desired length. - Position the fabric to be darned under the presser foot together with the under laying fabric to be used. - Lower the presser foot and alternately sew forward or reverse using the lever . - Repeat this motion [...]

29 Free-motion monogramming and embroidering - Set the machine as illustrated. - T urn stitch width dial to "0". - Remove the presser foot and the presser foot holder . - Attach the feed dog cover . (1) - Lower presser foot lever before starting to sew . - Adjust the stitch width according to the size of lettering or design. Preparation f[...]

30 Quilting Set stitch selector as illustrated. T urn stitch width dial to "0". T urn stitch length dial to the desired length. Insert the quilting guide in presser foot holder and set the space as you desired. Use the quilting foot. Move the fabric over and sew successive rows with the guide riding along on the previous row of stitching.[...]

31 T win needle (Optional) - T urn stitch width dial to "0". - T urn stitch length dial to the desired stitch length. - T urn stitch selector to straight stitch, center needle position. - For twin needle sewing, insert the extra spool pin (included with the accessories) into the hole on top of the machine. - Make sure that the two threads[...]

32 Maintenance Attention: Disconnect the machine from the wall outlet before carrying out any maintenance or changing the sewing light bulb. Cleaning If lint and bits of thread accumulate in the hook, this will interfere with the smooth operation of the machine. Check regularly and clean the stitching mechanism when necessary . A.Bobbin holder 1. R[...]

33 T roubleshooting guide Problem Cause Correction Upper thread breaks 1.The machine is not threaded correctly . 2.The thread tension is too tight. 3.The thread is too thick for the needle. 4.The needle is not inserted correctly . 5.The thread is wound around the spool holder pin. 6.The needle is damaged. 1.Rethread the machine. 2.Reduce the thread[...]

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