1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Pfaff Manuals
  4. Sewing Machine
  5. expression 2034
  6. Instruction manual

Pfaff Expression 2034 Instruction Manual

Hide thumbs Also See for Expression 2034:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

See also: Service Manual , Instruction Manual
$
PFRFF'\.
£4
pcM

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Pfaff Expression 2034

Summary of Contents for Pfaff Expression 2034

  • Page 1 PFRFF’\. £4...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock: — A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
  • Page 7 Introduction Utility stitches Expression 2034 4=31 ách ,_________________ Decorative elastic stitch For joining overlapped seams on bulky fabrics such as leathers and terry cloth. Quilting, applique For handlook quilt applique or pinstitching. or pinstitching Stem stitch, wide For decorative sewing such as flower stems and underlining letters.
  • Page 10 ?ch1’ 111t1t 3Hfl Slide for lowering the feed dog vviilth Base plate pattern length Removable accessory tray Presser foot holder with presser foot (lunsity/balance controls) Integrated dual feed/IDT Integrated needle threader handle ‘Reverse sewing” button Hdndwheel 34 Threading slots “M” button Needle thread tension Cursor buttons 36 “Tie-off”...
  • Page 11 iuouuoe uonoes...
  • Page 12 rinicai section Parts of the sewing machine (model 2034) -1+ button A (stitch width/pattern width Slide for lowering the feed dog controls) Base plate -1+ button B (stitch length/pattern length Removable accessory tray controls) Presser foot holder with presser foot -1+ button C (stitch density/balance controls) Integrated dual feed!IDT Info button...
  • Page 13 IeL.HIflccu ,eLILIn expression 2034 JmuuIuuIIIIuIlujJI,IIliA 20— 21— [—18 22— 23— 24—\--- 40 41 50E /. expression 2034 PFAFF JUflUøUUIU.U1UU11UU1H411fW — ,s,Dz1...
  • Page 14 < h+4tIO flflfl PFAFF ‘— The stitches of the sewing machine are illustrated on the inside of the lid. The appropriate presser foot to use for each stitch is also illustrated, e.g. Stitch No. 2, use presser foot No. 0.
  • Page 15 Iechnicai seUiün Connecting the foot control Connect the plug of the foot control to the connection socket Operating Instructions (12) of the sewing machine. Electrical connection The sewing speed is controlled by pressing the foot control. Connect the lead cord between the socket (11) of the sewing machine and the wall outlet.
  • Page 16 at.4...
  • Page 18 _______ _ 2048 tfi’...
  • Page 19 _______ __...
  • Page 20 hnEcal section Taking out the bobbin case Bobbin door Lift the latch of the bobbin case and pull the bobbin case main switch Switch out of the machine. Release the latch and take the empty Hold the bobbin door (46) at the left side and open it bobbin out of the bobbin case.
  • Page 21 —...
  • Page 26 i’4...
  • Page 27 Technica’ secUon Changing the needle Switch off the master switch To remove: Lower the presser foot and set the needle to its highest position. Loosen the needle screw (52) and pull the needle out downwards. To insert: The flat side A of the needle must face to the rear.
  • Page 29 Disengaging the lOT Engaging the IDT Hold the Dual Feed with two fingers at the ribbed ankle. Important: For all work with the Dual Feed IDT, use presser Press the IDT (31) down, then pull it away from you and feet with the center back cut-out.
  • Page 31 Adjusting the contrast in the Expression window Stitch selection Bobbin thread monitor (model 2046) Altering pattern sizes Altering the stitch width/needle position 4ltering the pattern th/stitch length 38, 39 A1ring the pattern tenØVstitch density Sa1ate jnfobutton/reverse sewing button Sewtrgfuction buttons btton...
  • Page 32 >...
  • Page 33 Bobbin thread monitor (model 2046) If the bobbin is nearing its end [2 ¼ yd (2 m)-3 (3 m)], or there is no thread on the bobbin, the bobbin symbol appears in the window. The symbol disappears after a full bobbin is inserted and you start to sew again.
  • Page 34 —...
  • Page 36 —...
  • Page 38 iing functions Sewing function buttons There are four sewing function buttons below the Expression window. With these buttons you can choose between ‘tie-off” at the beginning and/or the end of a stitch, set “needle up/down”, “sew slow” and “pattern mirror”. Tie-oft button (36) When you press this button before starting to sew, the symbol appears in the window.
  • Page 39 Sewing functions “Lock” button “Pattern mirror” button: (39) You can safeguard your sewing machine against the unintentional selection of another sewing program or another pattern sequence by means of the “lock” button. Switching on the “lock” button: button until the locking symbol appears Press the in the window.
  • Page 43 ..
  • Page 46 — —...
  • Page 47 —...
  • Page 48 — —...
  • Page 49 —...
  • Page 50 —...
  • Page 52 — — —...
  • Page 53 Sewing on buttons —0 With Button sewing program 0 you can easily sew on two and four-hole buttons. • Remove the presser foot and lower the feed dog. (Make sure the IDT is disengaged.) • Mark the button position on your fabric. Place the button on the marked fabric.
  • Page 55 stkh Darning with the straight stitch — Attach darning foot No. 6. Turn the handwheel toward you until the needle is set at its highest position. With thumb and ndex finger press the darning foot together. Insert the pin of the darning foot as far as it will go into the hole of the presser foot holder.
  • Page 56 ytitc hejJ Gathering with straight stitch — A straight stitch can be used to gather sleeves, cuffs, skirts or valances. To obtain neat and even gathers you should sew two or three rows of gathering stitches. Set your stitch length to 6.0 mm. Lower needle thread tension to 3.
  • Page 57 8 or 13 (14/2034) Bridging stitches — The bridging stitch creates a hemstitching effect. It is often used for connecting two finished fabric edges. Finish the fabric edges and press the seam allowance • to the wrong side. Place the fabric under the presser foot with the edges •...
  • Page 59 Utility_stitches SheB edging — Shell edging is a very effective finish for thin, soft fabrics such as silk and rayon fabrics. It is frequently used as a hem finish on lingerie. Select blind stitch No. 5 and mirror it with the “Pattern •...

  • Page 61: Table Of Contents

    Buttonholes notes on buttonholes General Inserting buttonhole guide Inserting buttonhole foot Types of button holes Fully automatic buttonhole Semi-automatic buttonhole! manual finish 72-73 Manual buttonhole Buttonholes with gimp thread Tips for a perfect buttonhole...

  • Page 62: General Notes On Buttonholes

    ttonhole s Buttonholes Your Expression has the perfect buttonhole for every fabric and garment. Whether you wish to sew buttonholes on jackets, pants (trousers), blouses or stretch fabrics, 4 different buttonholes (3 on the model 2034) give your garments the professional touch. The Expression uses sensormatic buttonhole guide No.

  • Page 63: Types Of Button Holes

    Choose from the following buttonholes: 1) Linen buttonhole No. 9 for blouses, shirts, dresses, etc. 2) Stretch buttonhole No. 87 (No 60 on the model 2034) for stretch fabrics 3) Keyhole buttonhole No. 88 (No 61 on the model 2034) for jackets, coats and pants (trousers) 4) Round buttonhole No.

  • Page 64: Fully Automatic Buttonhole

    ttonholes Fully automatic buttonhole Select the desired buttonhole (e.g. No. 9). Adjust the size of the buttonhole by using the -1+ button B. You can also adjust the buttonhole width (-1÷ button A) and the buttonhole density (-1+ button C). Sew as many buttonholes as you wish.

  • Page 66: Manual Buttonhole

    Manual buttonhole You can also set the length of the buttonhole while sewing. Select the desired buttonhole. Press the “reverse sewing” button. The word “man” appears in the window. The buttonhole length. set previously, disappears. Once you have reached the desired length, press the “reverse sewing”...

  • Page 67: Buttonholes With Gimp Thread

    Buttonho’es Buttonhole with gimp thread Buttonholes that are sewn with gimp threads are more durable and will not stretch. Use pearl cotton or a regular gimp thread approximately the same color as the sewing thread to stitch over. Place the center of a length of gimp thread over the metal bar extending from the center, back of the buttonhole foot.

  • Page 68: Tips For A Perfect Buttonhole

    tto_ J Buttonhole tips: • A wider, less dense buttonhole is recommended on heavy fabrics. Use presser foot No. 1 for buttonholes that are to be sewn very close to a reinforced edge. • Materials that shift or stretch easily should be reinforced with water-soluble, tissue paper or other lightweight stabilizer.
  • Page 69 Patchwork and quilting Piecing the quilt top Quilt piecing Stitch-in-the-Ditch Antique Quilt Stitches Tying the Quilt Free Motion Stippling Quilt Appliques...

  • Page 71: Quilt Piecing

    Quilt piecing Cut the pieces necessary for your quilt top using templates you have bought or made yourself, making sure to include a seam allowance of (6 mm). 1/4” Your Expression is perfect for piecing quilts. Set up your Expression with a straight stitch (1), stitch length 2.5, needle position 4 to the right and your IDT is engaged.

  • Page 72: Antique Quilt Stitches

    Antique Quilt Stitches Beutiful Crazy Patch quilting was originally sewn by hand. This hand stitched look can be accomplished faster and easier with the Pfaff Antique quilt stitches. Use invisible (monofilament) thread in the needle. Use • a contrast or matching polyester or cotton thread in the bobbin.

  • Page 73: Tying The Quilt

    —...

  • Page 74: Quilt Appliques

    Quilt Appliques Appliques add that special touch for your quilt. There are many different ways of applying appliques to a quilt. One way is to add the applique to the block before the quilt is put together. Set your Quilt Expression with stitch 3, stitch length 0.5. stitch width 4-6 mm, presser foot 2.
  • Page 75 Decorative sewing! Specialty techniques Genert tes pn decorattewing 4Ib$tq*ttem widtMendor c*dboØers bdrs ombined borders using twin needle Free-motion monograms Free-motion embroidery Tapering with satin-stitch zigzag. AUtQmatic tapering 89-9d Apué Cçoss-stitch Eyelet embroidery Hemstitching...

  • Page 77: Ombined Borders Using Twin Needle

    Combined Borders Create borders of any width by combining different decorative stitches. Rayon embroidery threads give shiny, •/“. smooth stitching results and come in many colors and weights. Place stabilizer under fabric. Mark the center of your fabric with a fabric marking pen! pencil.

  • Page 78: Free-Motion Monograms

    Free-motion monograms Use stitch 3 (stitch width 3-6 mm) to create wonderful monogram initials of your own design. Transfer the initials with a fabric marker to the area to be embroidered. Attach the darning foot and bring it into the darning position (see page 63).

  • Page 79: Free-Motion Embroidery

    Free-motion embroidery These striking embroidery designs can easily be sewn with your Expression. Set your Expression as for free-motion monograms. Draw the outline of the embroideries on fabric where you want to stitch them. Follow the instructions and tips for free-motion monograms to stitch your embroideries.

  • Page 80: Tapering With Satin-Stitch Zigzag

    Tapering with the satinstitch zigzag With your Expression you also have the option of increasing or decreasing the width of the zigzag stitch in 0.5 mm increments. This technique of adjusting the width of a zigzag seam is called TAPERING. You can achieve great effects by adjusting the size of a wide zigzag stitch.
  • Page 81 Manual change/Irregular pattern • Place stabilizer under fabric. • Set needle thread tension to 3. Select zigzag stitch 11/2046, 12/2034 for motifs with a right or left needle position or zigzag stitch 3 for motifs with a center needle position. Set stitch length to 0.2 0.3 mm.
  • Page 82 450• • • • • • • •...

  • Page 83: Apué

    [Decorative sewig/Speciah:y techniques Appliqué designs Appliqués are easily created and produce a beautiful effect. By using a variety of materials and patterns you can obtain many different effects. You can make a perfect densely stitched seam with the applique foot (special accessories). The special cutout on the sole allows the extra thickness of a satin stitch zigzag to pass smoothly under the foot.
  • Page 84 Cross-stitch Cross-stitch embroidery has always been a wonderful traditional, embroidery technique. What used to be stitched by hand with a great deal of effort can now be sewn with the 2034 and 2046 with astonishing ease and speed. With cross-stitch No. 22 (2046) or No 23 (2046/2034). design your own cross-stitch combinations. These patterns look as if they were hand-embroidered and give a special touch to table linen, towels or garments.

  • Page 85: Eyelet Embroidery

    Eyelet embroidery Eyelet embroidery enhances your linens and blouses. Using an eyelet plate (special accessory) and various utility and decorative stitches beautiful embroidery can be produced. And this is how it’s done: • Lower the feed dog. Place the eyelet plate onto the needle plate making sure •...

  • Page 86: Hemstitching

    Hemstitching This is a technique everyone recognizes but was — previously only embroidered by hand! With your Expression you can produce hemstitching much quicker and easier. Special hemstitches No. 24, 25 and 26 are built into your machine. By changing the stitch length and width you can achieve different effects.
  • Page 87 Accesso ries and needles Presser Feet (standard accessories) 96-97 Special accessory table 98-99 Felling Foot/Appliqué Foot “ck Foot Cording Foot/Gathering Foot Knit-Edge Foot/Ruffler Attachment 1/4 inch Quilting Foot Free-motion Quilt Foot/ Bias Binder Pintuck Foot with Decorative Stitch Guide Non-stick Maxi-stitch Embroidery Foot 106 7/9 Hole Cord Foot/ Couching/Braiding Foot Circular embroidery guide...
  • Page 88 cessories and needles Presser feet (normal accessories) Zipper Foot with IDT 820248-096 Buttonhole Foot Standard Presser Foot 820295-096 with IDT 820250-096 Darning Foot Fancy Stitch Foot with 820243-096 820253-096 Rolled Hem Foot Fancy Stitch Foot 3 mm 820278-096 820249-096 Blindhem/Overlock Foot 820256-096...
  • Page 94 • • • •...
  • Page 99 with Up to 9 • • • IDT. • with • is we/I...
  • Page 102 — —...
  • Page 103 . . , . , .>/,,, ,__/.___ _._ —...
  • Page 105 Maintenance Changing the needle plate Cleaning and oiling Changing the light bulb Sewing pro1ems 116-117 solutions and their...
  • Page 110 Technical data 408 x 290 x 187 mm Dimensions (w x h x d) 8.3 kg Weight 240 V 120 V / 220 Nominal voltage (reversible) 75 W Power consumption 12 V/max. 5W Sewing lamp max. 950 stitches/mm Sewing speed mm.

This manual is also suitable for:

Expression 2046

Table of Contents