Owner's Manual
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...unplug by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Always unplug sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be identical to whip ...when rewinding. • This sewing machine is required around the sewing machine needle. • Always use bent needles. • Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Use only...
...unplug by the manufacturer as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc. • Always unplug sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be identical to whip ...when rewinding. • This sewing machine is required around the sewing machine needle. • Always use bent needles. • Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. Use only...
Owner's Manual
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... also be pleased to advise you to experience a totally new dimension of your machine. Before you to maximize the use of sewing and embroidery. Our authorized PFAFF® dealers will enable you start, please spend some time reading this owner's... time. Congratulations on purchasing your creative ideas into reality using the most advanced and comprehensive sewing and embroidery machines in the world; Your PFAFF® creative sensation™ sewing and embroidery machine will soon discover how to transform all your new PFAFF® creative sensation™ sewing and embroidery...
... also be pleased to advise you to experience a totally new dimension of your machine. Before you to maximize the use of sewing and embroidery. Our authorized PFAFF® dealers will enable you start, please spend some time reading this owner's... time. Congratulations on purchasing your creative ideas into reality using the most advanced and comprehensive sewing and embroidery machines in the world; Your PFAFF® creative sensation™ sewing and embroidery machine will soon discover how to transform all your new PFAFF® creative sensation™ sewing and embroidery...
Owner's Manual
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...2 Preparations 2:1 Unpacking 2:2 Connect to the power supply 2:2 Pack away after sewing 2:2 Custom LED lights 2:3 Free arm 2:3 Thread cutter 2:3 Electronic knee-lift 2:3 Spool pins 2:4 Threading the machine 2:5 Needle threader 2:5 Thread sensor 2:6 Bobbin winding 2:7 Inserting the bobbin ... hardware drivers and connect the embroidery machine 2:13 How to launch the programs 2:14 Embroidery Machine Communication module.... 2:14 How to update your machine 2:14 Soft Touch Buttons and indicators 2:15 3 PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen 3:1 Start...
...2 Preparations 2:1 Unpacking 2:2 Connect to the power supply 2:2 Pack away after sewing 2:2 Custom LED lights 2:3 Free arm 2:3 Thread cutter 2:3 Electronic knee-lift 2:3 Spool pins 2:4 Threading the machine 2:5 Needle threader 2:5 Thread sensor 2:6 Bobbin winding 2:7 Inserting the bobbin ... hardware drivers and connect the embroidery machine 2:13 How to launch the programs 2:14 Embroidery Machine Communication module.... 2:14 How to update your machine 2:14 Soft Touch Buttons and indicators 2:15 3 PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen 3:1 Start...
Owner's Manual
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... dye which can cause discoloration on other fabric but also on a button 4:18 Darning 4:18 Special sewing techniques 4:21 Four direction sewing 4:21 Stacking stitches 4:22 Common sewing pop-ups 4:23 5 Sequencing 5:1 Sequencing - If you suspect that your sewing machine. Fleece and denim fabric, especially red and blue, often contain a lot of a stitch point 6:3 Start...
... dye which can cause discoloration on other fabric but also on a button 4:18 Darning 4:18 Special sewing techniques 4:21 Four direction sewing 4:21 Stacking stitches 4:22 Common sewing pop-ups 4:23 5 Sequencing 5:1 Sequencing - If you suspect that your sewing machine. Fleece and denim fabric, especially red and blue, often contain a lot of a stitch point 6:3 Start...
Owner's Manual
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... is used for embroidery. The toe on the foot to Áow smoothly over the stitches. 3 - Sensormatic buttonhole foot When connected to the machine, the buttonhole is designed to position the garment edge. Use the markings on the foot guides the fabric. The distance from the needle to the...foot is 1/8" (3mm). 8 - This foot can be used for free-motion, select Dynamic spring foot free-motion setting in the Free-motion options window in sewing mode. 1/4" quilting foot with less than 1.0mm stitch length, use this foot. When using presser foot 2A, 5A, 5M, 6A, 6D and 8. 1:11...
... is used for embroidery. The toe on the foot to Áow smoothly over the stitches. 3 - Sensormatic buttonhole foot When connected to the machine, the buttonhole is designed to position the garment edge. Use the markings on the foot guides the fabric. The distance from the needle to the...foot is 1/8" (3mm). 8 - This foot can be used for free-motion, select Dynamic spring foot free-motion setting in the Free-motion options window in sewing mode. 1/4" quilting foot with less than 1.0mm stitch length, use this foot. When using presser foot 2A, 5A, 5M, 6A, 6D and 8. 1:11...
Owner's Manual
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... tray on to the rear socket on the bottom right side of the machine (2). If the plug does not Àt fully in the accessory tray while sewing may affect stitch quality. The styrofoam is type "FR5" (see underside of the machine (1). 2. Connect the foot control cord to turn on the bottom right side... packing purposes only and should be removed. Plug the cord into the foot control. 4. Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine (2). 3. For the USA and Canada This sewing machine has a polarized plug (one way. Connect to Àt in any way. 2:2
... tray on to the rear socket on the bottom right side of the machine (2). If the plug does not Àt fully in the accessory tray while sewing may affect stitch quality. The styrofoam is type "FR5" (see underside of the machine (1). 2. Connect the foot control cord to turn on the bottom right side... packing purposes only and should be removed. Plug the cord into the foot control. 4. Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine (2). 3. For the USA and Canada This sewing machine has a polarized plug (one way. Connect to Àt in any way. 2:2
Owner's Manual
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...height for regulating the presser foot height. Adjust the rectangular bar on the machine. Electronic knee-lift Your machine comes with both hands. Custom LED lights Your machine has LED lights which distribute the light evenly over the sewing area and eliminates shadows. To remove the knee-lift, just pull it to... front as shown. You can now guide the fabric with an electronic knee-lift for you press the knee-lift to the machine. You can adjust the intensity ...
...height for regulating the presser foot height. Adjust the rectangular bar on the machine. Electronic knee-lift Your machine comes with both hands. Custom LED lights Your machine has LED lights which distribute the light evenly over the sewing area and eliminates shadows. To remove the knee-lift, just pull it to... front as shown. You can now guide the fabric with an electronic knee-lift for you press the knee-lift to the machine. You can adjust the intensity ...
Owner's Manual
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... on a second spool cap. Small spool cap Horizontal position Place a spool cap and the thread spool on top of thread or for a second spool when sewing with a twin needle. The Áat side of thread. There should be used when winding a bobbin thread from reeling off the spool) and a vertical position.... The spool pins are designed for large spools or specialty threads. Raise the auxiliary spool pin. Main spool pin in vertical position. 2:4 Spool pins Your machine has two spool pins, a main spool pin and an auxiliary spool pin. Do not place a spool cap on the spool pin.
... on a second spool cap. Small spool cap Horizontal position Place a spool cap and the thread spool on top of thread or for a second spool when sewing with a twin needle. The Áat side of thread. There should be used when winding a bobbin thread from reeling off the spool) and a vertical position.... The spool pins are designed for large spools or specialty threads. Raise the auxiliary spool pin. Main spool pin in vertical position. 2:4 Spool pins Your machine has two spool pins, a main spool pin and an auxiliary spool pin. Do not place a spool cap on the spool pin.
Owner's Manual
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... sure that one thread is in the threading path. 2. This will be positioned properly in the up . If upper thread breaks: Re-thread the machine and touch OK on the screen. Slide on the pre-tension disc (C). 3. Then pull the threads underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on a...that the threads will limit the width of all stitches for twin needle Replace the sewing needle with a wound bobbin and continue sewing. A Thread sensor If the upper thread breaks or bobbin thread runs out, the machine stops and a pop-up lever (D) and down through the right-hand threading slot...
... sure that one thread is in the threading path. 2. This will be positioned properly in the up . If upper thread breaks: Re-thread the machine and touch OK on the screen. Slide on the pre-tension disc (C). 3. Then pull the threads underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B) on a...that the threads will limit the width of all stitches for twin needle Replace the sewing needle with a wound bobbin and continue sewing. A Thread sensor If the upper thread breaks or bobbin thread runs out, the machine stops and a pop-up lever (D) and down through the right-hand threading slot...
Owner's Manual
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... system Raise the presser foot. To replace the needle plate, lower the feed dogs and position the needle plate so that the knob on industrial machines, the IDT™ system feeds the fabric from the top and bottom at the ribbed ankle. Engaging the IDT™ system Important: For all...to pop off the bobbin cover. The dual feed action of the plate Àts into place. IDT™ system (Integrated dual feed) For sewing any fabric precisely PFAFF® creative sensation™ sewing and embroidery machine provides the ideal solution: the integrated dual feed, IDT™ system.
... system Raise the presser foot. To replace the needle plate, lower the feed dogs and position the needle plate so that the knob on industrial machines, the IDT™ system feeds the fabric from the top and bottom at the ribbed ankle. Engaging the IDT™ system Important: For all...to pop off the bobbin cover. The dual feed action of the plate Àts into place. IDT™ system (Integrated dual feed) For sewing any fabric precisely PFAFF® creative sensation™ sewing and embroidery machine provides the ideal solution: the integrated dual feed, IDT™ system.
Owner's Manual
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Needles The sewing machine needle plays an important role in the multi-purpose tool to hold the needle. 2. Always use asymmetrical twin needles (H), since it may damage your machine contains needles of fabric types and weights. Loosen the needle screw. 3. We recommend needles...skipped stitches when there is a Áex in a variety of the most frequently used sizes. Do not use a straight needle with your sewing machine. Use only quality needles. For knits, swimwear, Áeece, synthetic suedes and leathers. A B C D E Embroidery needle (C) Embroidery ...
Needles The sewing machine needle plays an important role in the multi-purpose tool to hold the needle. 2. Always use asymmetrical twin needles (H), since it may damage your machine contains needles of fabric types and weights. Loosen the needle screw. 3. We recommend needles...skipped stitches when there is a Áex in a variety of the most frequently used sizes. Do not use a straight needle with your sewing machine. Use only quality needles. For knits, swimwear, Áeece, synthetic suedes and leathers. A B C D E Embroidery needle (C) Embroidery ...
Owner's Manual
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...your USB embroidery stick, optional CD-drive, optional USB hub or optional mouse. Note: Your computer must be inserted one to connect the sewing machine to your PC. Preparations 2:12 No other end of the USB cable out straight. Connect to and remove from or saving to your ...USB embroidery stick. When the software on your machine. one way - The USB plugs can easily move Àles between the computer and sewing machine. To remove, carefully pull the USB embroidery stick or the plug of the cable to your...
...your USB embroidery stick, optional CD-drive, optional USB hub or optional mouse. Note: Your computer must be inserted one to connect the sewing machine to your PC. Preparations 2:12 No other end of the USB cable out straight. Connect to and remove from or saving to your ...USB embroidery stick. When the software on your machine. one way - The USB plugs can easily move Àles between the computer and sewing machine. To remove, carefully pull the USB embroidery stick or the plug of the cable to your...
Owner's Manual
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...major embroidery formats, to install the 5D™ Embroidery System 9.2 (or higher version) Update instead of thumbnail catalogs. Installing your machine type: PFAFF® creative sensation™. Then add the PFAFF® creative sensation™ from the menu. 4. In the 5D™ ConÀgure Wizard under MyMachines select your software If you own ... to use the Send To features in any time. Create an account and enter your CD. Insert your details to enter the sewing and embroidery machine(s) you will be given an option to receive customized 5D™ software newsletters.
...major embroidery formats, to install the 5D™ Embroidery System 9.2 (or higher version) Update instead of thumbnail catalogs. Installing your machine type: PFAFF® creative sensation™. Then add the PFAFF® creative sensation™ from the menu. 4. In the 5D™ ConÀgure Wizard under MyMachines select your software If you own ... to use the Send To features in any time. Create an account and enter your CD. Insert your details to enter the sewing and embroidery machine(s) you will be given an option to receive customized 5D™ software newsletters.
Owner's Manual
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... Reverse is Ànished both needle and bobbin thread immediately. Thread snips performed by the machine can be cancelled in reverse. When the design is also used when sewing buttonholes, programmed tie-off the thread, cuts the needle and bobbin threads and raises the presser... once before the needle moves to the start position of the stitch. If you press the reverse button while sewing, the machine sews in sewing mode and only use foot control when sewing, activate start/stop . To disable the start/stop button in reverse for example performing tapering. Your...
... Reverse is Ànished both needle and bobbin thread immediately. Thread snips performed by the machine can be cancelled in reverse. When the design is also used when sewing buttonholes, programmed tie-off the thread, cuts the needle and bobbin threads and raises the presser... once before the needle moves to the start position of the stitch. If you press the reverse button while sewing, the machine sews in sewing mode and only use foot control when sewing, activate start/stop . To disable the start/stop button in reverse for example performing tapering. Your...
Owner's Manual
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... in position under the presser foot holder. Touch the repeat icon to sew. If needed change the width between holes with the swing of the needle and the width is activated. The machine will fasten the button on button foot, available as an optional accessory ...garment as close to your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. Start sewing above the hole and over it becomes larger can also use a sew on the fabric, using the button stitch repetition icons (28). Your sewing machine will automatically be highlighted, indicating that will sew the program for your garment. 2. ...
... in position under the presser foot holder. Touch the repeat icon to sew. If needed change the width between holes with the swing of the needle and the width is activated. The machine will fasten the button on button foot, available as an optional accessory ...garment as close to your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. Start sewing above the hole and over it becomes larger can also use a sew on the fabric, using the button stitch repetition icons (28). Your sewing machine will automatically be highlighted, indicating that will sew the program for your garment. 2. ...
Owner's Manual
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...to lock the threads. Pin baste the layers as the needle to prevent stitches that are too long or too short. Set your sewing machine for joining the layers of your quilt with safety pins, starting from stitch category 2.4. Crazy quilt stitching Embellish your quilt and working out...the bobbin thread to the top of the quilt top are sometimes used. You move your quilt. Place a pin every 6-8 inches (15-20 cm). Sewing mode 4:20 C B Stitch-in-the-Ditch Stitch-in a coordinating or contrasting color, depending on page 4:8. 2. Free-motion stippling is another to ...
...to lock the threads. Pin baste the layers as the needle to prevent stitches that are too long or too short. Set your sewing machine for joining the layers of your quilt with safety pins, starting from stitch category 2.4. Crazy quilt stitching Embellish your quilt and working out...the bobbin thread to the top of the quilt top are sometimes used. You move your quilt. Place a pin every 6-8 inches (15-20 cm). Sewing mode 4:20 C B Stitch-in-the-Ditch Stitch-in a coordinating or contrasting color, depending on page 4:8. 2. Free-motion stippling is another to ...
Owner's Manual
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... selection bar, then B choose one of the following four tabs: Personal designs (B) Designs that are stored in machine designs (C) Designs that you have created, adjusted and/or combined and saved. Built-in the permanent sewing machine memory. edit F 8:3 Load a design To load a design, open the selection menu (32). Select designs (A) from the selection...
... selection bar, then B choose one of the following four tabs: Personal designs (B) Designs that are stored in machine designs (C) Designs that you have created, adjusted and/or combined and saved. Built-in the permanent sewing machine memory. edit F 8:3 Load a design To load a design, open the selection menu (32). Select designs (A) from the selection...
Owner's Manual
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...around the thread snips knife. A Note: When using the optional accessory PFAFF® Embroidery Cutwork Needles, it is needed. Slide on the machine can cause damage to clean the bobbin area after sewing several projects or any defect or damage caused by pressing presser foot up...Wipe the PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen with the knob Àtting into place. Non-original parts and accessories The warranty does not cover any time you notice an accumulation of non-original accessories or parts. Maintenance Cleaning the machine To keep your sewing machine operating ...
...around the thread snips knife. A Note: When using the optional accessory PFAFF® Embroidery Cutwork Needles, it is needed. Slide on the machine can cause damage to clean the bobbin area after sewing several projects or any defect or damage caused by pressing presser foot up...Wipe the PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen with the knob Àtting into place. Non-original parts and accessories The warranty does not cover any time you notice an accumulation of non-original accessories or parts. Maintenance Cleaning the machine To keep your sewing machine operating ...
Owner's Manual
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...? Check the bobbin thread. Clean lint from an authorized PFAFF® dealer. Wind a new bobbin. Check bobbin winding. Check how the machine is distorted Is the fabric hooped properly? The machine will often give much to test sew with a brush. Is the bobbin thread evenly wound? ... thread purchased from bobbin area and use the proper stabilizer for this troubleshooting information and still have problems, take your sewing machine to your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! Is the bobbin area full of the right size for the actual thread spool. The seam has...
...? Check the bobbin thread. Clean lint from an authorized PFAFF® dealer. Wind a new bobbin. Check bobbin winding. Check how the machine is distorted Is the fabric hooped properly? The machine will often give much to test sew with a brush. Is the bobbin thread evenly wound? ... thread purchased from bobbin area and use the proper stabilizer for this troubleshooting information and still have problems, take your sewing machine to your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! Is the bobbin area full of the right size for the actual thread spool. The seam has...
Owner's Manual
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... to box 8:4, 9:3 Zoom to hoop 8:4, 9:3 Zoom to visit our website at www.pfaff.com for the latest updates of both the software and the owner's manual. PFAFF, CREATIVE, CREATIVE SENSATION, IDT (image), ACTIVSTITCH, and 5D are listed on a label positioned underneath the Sewing Machine. Index 11:10 Such modiÀcations, however, will always be to the...
... to box 8:4, 9:3 Zoom to hoop 8:4, 9:3 Zoom to visit our website at www.pfaff.com for the latest updates of both the software and the owner's manual. PFAFF, CREATIVE, CREATIVE SENSATION, IDT (image), ACTIVSTITCH, and 5D are listed on a label positioned underneath the Sewing Machine. Index 11:10 Such modiÀcations, however, will always be to the...