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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594 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 –...
  • Page 3 Before you start, please spend some time reading this owner’s manual. You will soon discover how to maximize the use of your machine. Our authorized PFAFF® dealers will of course also be pleased to advise you at any time. Your PFAFF® creative performance™ sewing and...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PFAFF® creative™ Introduction Color Touch Screen Machine overview Front side ..............1:8 PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen Rear side ............... 1:9 Start view Top parts ............... 1:9 Main parts Accessory tray .............. 1:9 Task bar ................. 3:2 Included accessories 1:10 Option bar ..............3:3 Presser feet ..............
  • Page 5 Sewing mode Sequencing Sewing mode Sequencing Sewing mode - overview Sequencing - overview Select a stitch Open and exit sequencing Sewing recommendations Create a sequence Sequence commands ........... 5:4 Machine settings Horizontal preview ............. 5:5 Raise and lower the presser foot Directional stitches ............5:5 Stitch settings Zoom to all ..............5:6 Stitch width ..............4:4 Loading and sewing a sequence Stitch positioning ............4:4 Saving a sequence Stitch length ..............4:4 Important sequencing information Stitch density ..............
  • Page 6 Embroidery preparations Embroidery mode - stitch-out Embroidery unit overview To enter Embroidery stitch-out Embroidery hoop overview Embroidery stitch-out - overview Built-in designs Embroidery information creative performance™ Embroidery collection 7:3 Crosshair Connect the embroidery unit Color list Remove the embroidery unit Zoom Options Attach the embroidey foot 6A Current stitch To hoop the fabric Go to stitch Slide on the hoop Basting Getting started embroidering Thread tension Option bar More options ..............9:5 Hoop position .............. 9:6 Speed control ..............9:6 Embroidery mode - edit Precise positioning ............

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction...

  • Page 8: Machine Overview 1:8

    Action indicator 17. Button ruler 25. Bobbin cover 10. Presser foot up and extra lift 18. Handwheel toggle 26. Needle plate 19. PFAFF® creative™ Color 11. Presser foot down and pivot Touch Screen 27. Presser foot toggle 20. Built-in USB ports 28. Presser foot bar and presser 12. Start/stop foot holder 21. Stylus holder...

  • Page 9: Rear Side

    Rear side 32. Handle 33. IDT™ system 34. Embroidery unit connection socket Top parts 35. Pre-tension device for threading 35 36 37 40 41 and bobbin winding 36. Bobbin winder thread guide 37. Thread guide 38. Bobbin thread guides 39. Bobbin winder lever 40. Bobbin spindle 41. Bobbin thread cutter 42. Auxiliary spool pin 43. Spool caps 44. Spool pin 45. Take-up lever Accessory tray...

  • Page 10: Included Accessories 1:10

    61. Seam ripper 62. Brush 63. Spool cap, large (2) 64. Spool cap, medium 65. Spool cap, small 66. Multi-purpose tool 67. Bobbins (10) 68. Knee-lift Included accessories not in picture • Foot control • Power cord • USB cord (P/N:412 62 59-04) • Needles • Microfiber cloth • 5D™ Embroidery Machine Communication CD • creative performance™ Embroidery collection 1:10...

  • Page 11: Presser Feet

    Presser feet 0A - Standard presser foot with IDT™ system (attached on the machine upon delivery) This foot is used mainly for straight stitching and zigzag stitching with a stitch length longer than 1.0mm. 1A - Fancy stitch foot with IDT™ system This foot is used for decorative stitches.

  • Page 12: Stitch Overview Utility Stitches

    Stitch overview Utility stitches Stitch Stitch number Name Description 1.1.1 Straight stitch For seaming and topstitching. Select from 37 different needle positions. Note: This stitch makes a stronger tie-off than stitch 2.1.1. 1.1.2 Stretch triple straight Reinforced seam. Topstitching. stitch 1.1.3 Straight stitch reverse Sew continuous reverse with strong tie-off. 1.1.4 Basting stitch Single stitch used for basting. Touch foot control to sew one stitch. Move fabric manually to desired position and touch foot control again to sew another stitch.
  • Page 13 1.2.2 Closed overlock Seam and overcast in one step. 1.2.3 Closed overlock Seam and overcast in one step with reinforced edge. 1.2.4 Elastic overcast Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step. 1.2.5 Standard overcast Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step with reinforced edge. 1.2.6 Overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step. 1.2.7 Closed overlock Seam and overcast in one step, patch, hem. 1.2.8 Stretch knit overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step. 1.2.9 Reinforced overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step and reinforce. 1.2.10 Finished edge overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step with reinforced edge. 1.2.11 Mock cover hem Create the look of a serger cover hem for stretch fabrics. 1.2.12 Open overlock Create decorative overlock blindhem for woven fabrics.
  • Page 14 1.3.10 Stretch buttonhole Buttonhole for stretch fabrics. 1.3.11 Cross stitch buttonhole Decorative buttonhole. 1.3.12 Decorative buttonhole Decorative buttonhole. 1.3.13 Professional eyelet Professional tailors buttonhole for jackets and trousers. buttonhole 1.3.14 Decorative eyelet Decorative buttonhole for jackets. buttonhole 1.3.15 Heirloom round Decorative heirloom buttonhole. buttonhole with pointed tack 1.3.16 Button sewing...

  • Page 15: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative stitches 2.1 Quilt stitches - 2.2 Quilt stitches - 2.3 Quilt stitches - Handlook stitches Antique quilt stitches Stippling stitches 2.4 Quilt stitches - 2.4 Quilt stitches - 3.1 Needle art stitches - Crazy patch stitches Crazy patch stitches Cross stitches 3.1 Needle art stitches - 3.2 Needle art stitches -...
  • Page 16 3.3 Needle art stitches - 3.3 Needle art stitches - 3.4 Needle art stitches - Antique hand embroidery stitches Antique hand embroidery stitches Smocking stitches 4.1 Decorative stitches - 4.1 Decorative stitches - 4.2 Decorative stitches - Scallop edges Scallop edges Satin stitches 4.2 Decorative stitches - 4.3 Decorative stitches -...
  • Page 17 4.3 Decorative stitches - 4.4 Decorative stitches - 4.4 Decorative stitches - Leaves and flowers Art stitches Art stitches 4.4 Decorative stitches - 4.5 Decorative stitches - 4.5 Decorative stitches - Art stitches Ornamental stitches Ornamental stitches 4.5 Decorative stitches - 4.6 Decorative stitches - 4.6 Decorative stitches - Ornamental stitches...
  • Page 18 4.7 Decorative stitches - 4.7 Decorative stitches - 4.7 Decorative stitches - Fun stitches Fun stitches Fun stitches 4.8 Decorative stitches - Borders 4.8 Decorative stitches - Borders 5.1 Maxi stitches - Scallop and satin stitches 5.2 Maxi stitches - 5.3 Maxi stitches - 5.4 Maxi stitches - Leaves and flowers...
  • Page 19 5.5 Maxi stitches - 5.6 Monogram 5.6 Monogram Stippling stitches 6.1 Sewing techniques - 5.6 Monogram 5.6 Monogram Optional feet stitches 6.1 Sewing techniques - 6.2 Sewing techniques - 6.3 Sewing techniques - Optional feet stitches Handlook quilt stitches Four direction stitches 1:19...

  • Page 20: Alphabets

    6.4 Sewing techniques - 6.4 Sewing techniques - Stacking stitches Stacking stitches Alphabets Cyrillic Comic Outline Script 1:20...

  • Page 21: Preparations

    Preparations...

  • Page 22: Unpacking 2:2

    Note: Styrofoam left in the accessory tray while sewing may affect stitch quality. The styrofoam is for packing purposes only and should be removed. Note: Your creative performance™ sewing and embroidery machine is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature. Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the sewn result.

  • Page 23: Pack Away After Sewing 2:3

    Pack away after sewing Turn the main switch (C) off. 2. Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine (B). 3. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine (A). Wind the foot control cord and place inside the open area on the underside of the foot control. 4. Place all accessories in the accessory tray. Slide the tray on to the machine around the free arm. Place the foot control in the space above the free arm.

  • Page 24: Spool Pins 2:4

    Spool pins Your machine has two spool pins, a main spool pin and an auxiliary spool pin. The spool pins are designed for all types of thread. The main spool pin is adjustable and can be used both in a horizontal position (the thread reels off the spool) and a vertical position (the thread spool rotates).

  • Page 25: Threading The Machine 2:5

    Threading the machine Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is in the up position. 1. Place the thread on the spool pin and fit a spool cap of the right size. Note: Hold thread with both hands to prevent it from slacking while threading. This ensures that the thread will be positioned properly in the threading path.

  • Page 26: Thread Sensor 2:6

    Threading for twin needle Replace the sewing needle with a twin needle. Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is in the up position. 1. Place the thread on the spool pin and fit a spool cap of the right size. Raise the auxiliary spool pin. Slide on a large spool cap and a felt pad. Place the second thread on the spool pin.

  • Page 27: Bobbin Winding 2:7

    Bobbin winding Winding from horizontal position Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin spindle, with the logo facing up. Use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for this model. 2. Place the thread spool on the spool pin in horizontal position. Slide a spool cap tightly against the spool. 3. Place the thread into the thread guide (A) from front to back. Pull the thread counter-clockwise above the bobbin winder thread guide (B) and then through the bobbin thread guides (C) at the rear.

  • Page 28: Inserting The Bobbin 2:8

    Winding while embroidering or sewing Swing the auxiliary spool pin up. Place an appropriate spool cap, felt pad and thread spool on the spool pin. The needle thread (blue) is placed into the thread guide (A) and underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B). Pull the bobbin thread (red) counter- clockwise above the bobbin winder thread guide (B) and through the bobbin thread guides (C). Then follow step 4 and 5 on the previous page.

  • Page 29: Idt™ System (Integrated Dual Feed) 2:9

    IDT™ system (Integrated Dual Feed) For sewing any fabric precisely PFAFF® creative performance™ sewing and embroidery machine provides the ideal solution: the integrated dual feed, IDT™ system. As on industrial machines, the IDT™ system feeds the fabric from the top and bottom at the same time.

  • Page 30: Needles 2:10

    Needles The sewing machine needle plays an important role in successful sewing. Use only quality needles. We recommend needles of system 130/705H. The needle package included with your machine contains needles of the most frequently used sizes. Universal needle (A) Universal needles have a slightly rounded point and come in a variety of sizes. For general sewing in a variety of fabric types and weights. Stretch needle (B) Stretch needles have a special scarf to eliminate skipped stitches when there is a flex in the fabric.

  • Page 31: Usb Ports 2:11

    USB ports Your machine has two USB ports – one to connect the sewing machine to your computer, and one to connect either your USB embroidery stick, optional CD-drive, optional USB hub or optional mouse. USB embroidery stick Delivered with your machine is a USB embroidery stick. Use the stick to store designs and other files, or to move files between the computer and sewing machine. Connect to and remove from USB port Insert the USB embroidery stick or other devices in the upper port. The USB plugs can only be inserted one way – do not force them into the ports! The USB PC cable packed with your machine (P/N:412 62 59-04) plugs in to the lower port. No other cable should be used in this port. Connect the other end of the cable to your PC.

  • Page 32: 5D™ Embroidery Software

    ® 5D™ Embroidery System software, you may need to install the 5D™ Embroidery System 9.2 (or higher version) Update Install hardware drivers and instead of installing the Embroidery Machine connect the embroidery machine Communication Software. Then add the PFAFF ® creative performance™ from the Machine Manager Windows® 7/Vista in 5D™ Configure, as described in Step 5. Continue 6. From the main menu of your CD, click the with Step 6 to install hardware drivers. Install Drivers option for your version of 1. Ensure your embroidery machine is Windows 7/Vista. ®...

  • Page 33: How To Launch The Programs

    To start your machine in update mode, press and hold the reverse button while turning on Shortcuts on the Desktop your machine. Keep the reverse button pressed until update mode is visible on the PFAFF® 1. Double-click on the Shortcut to the 5D™ Embroidery System program folder. A list of creative™ Color Touch Screen. Follow the instructions to update.

  • Page 34: Buttons And Indicators

    Buttons and indicators Presser foot down and pivot toggle (E) Lower the presser foot completely. Press the button Reverse button (A) once more to raise the presser foot to pivot height. For permanent reverse, press the button once before The presser foot is lowered automatically when you starting to sew. The reverse indicator (B) will be lit start sewing.
  • Page 35 Immediate tie-off (H) Press immediate tie-off while sewing and your machine sews a few tie-off stitches and stops automatically. By touching the tie-off button once more while the action indicator is lit, the function can be turned off. The tie-off function can be programmed, see chapter 4. Stitch restart (I) When having stopped sewing in the middle of a stitch, press restart to start sewing at the beginning of the stitch again without having to reset any special settings you have made. If pressing the stitch restart button while sewing, the stitch will be finished and the machine will then stop.
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  • Page 37 PFAFF ® ™ Color Touch Screen...

  • Page 38: Pfaff® Creative™ Color Touch Screen

    ™ Your machine features the PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen. This technology provides great resolution and color. The screen is very easy to work with - just touch it with your stylus or your finger tip to make your choices. The task bar at the bottom of the screen includes the main functions and help.

  • Page 39: Option Bar

    Option bar (B) The option bar contains different options in sewing mode, Embroidery edit and Embroidery stitch- out. Read more about the options for each mode in chapters 4, 7 and 8. Option bar in sewing mode Option bar in embroidery edit Common icons There are some icons and functions that are frequently used on the screen. The most common are described below.
  • Page 40 Selection menu The selection menu contains a selection bar at the bottom with icons for stitches, fonts, designs and Files & Folders. Read more about Files & Folders in chapter 10. Select one of the icons in the selection bar to access the menus. When a stitch, font or design is selected, the selection menu will close automatically.
  • Page 41 Personal menu To find your personal saved stitches, open personal menu (2g). Each subcategory in the personal menu has 16 positions to save your own stitches or sequences. Scroll through the stitches in the selected subcategory using the scroll arrows. Select a stitch by touching it. If you want to delete one stitch, first touch the delete icon (6), and then touch the stitch. The positon will be emptied. To abort the deletion before selecting a stitch, deselect the delete icon. A long touch of the delete icon (6) will empty the whole subcategory selected. Note: All stitches in the subcategory will be deleted, even though they are not visible on the screen.

  • Page 42: Embroidery Edit

    Selecting a design Your machine has four tabs with designs: Personal designs, machine designs, mini designs and quilt designs. Read more about the different design tabs in chapter 8. Touch a tab to display the contents. Select an embroidery design by touching it. Use the scroll bar to browse through additional designs. When a design is selected, the machine will automatically switch to embroidery mode and the design will be loaded into Embroidery edit.

  • Page 43: Embroidery Text Editor

    Embroidery text editor Used to create or adjust embroidery font text. To open, select an embroidery font in the selection menu. You can also select an existing text in Embroidery edit and then touch sequencing/ embroidery text editor on the option bar. Read more about Embroidery text editor in chapter 8. Embroidery stitch-out To embroider your design, change from Embroidery edit to Embroidery stitch-out by...

  • Page 44: Sequencing

    Sequencing With sequencing you can combine various stitches and adjust them. You can use built-in stitches, load stitches from external devices or use stitches you have created. You can program tie-offs, stops and thread snips into your sequence. Connection stitches can be inserted to create endless variations. Read more about sequencing in chapter 5. Stitch Creator Stitch Creator allows you to create your own 9mm stitches or edit built-in stitches. Add, delete, move and adjust stitch points directly on the screen. Every single stitch point can be edited. Start with an empty stitch field and build your stitch or insert a stitch for further adjustments. Read more about Stitch Creator in chapter 6.
  • Page 45 Settings menu In the Settings menu, you can change default settings and make manual adjustments to the machine settings (A), screen settings (B) and sound settings (C). Touch the icons to activate a function or open a list of choices. The settings are saved even after turning off the machine with one exception: changes made to Options for feed dogs will not be saved when the machine is switched off.
  • Page 46 Stitch width safety Select this function when using a straight stitch presser foot to lock the needle in center position for all stitches, preventing damage to the needle and/or presser foot. When turning on the machine with this setting activated and for every stitch selection that is not a straight stitch, a pop-up informs you that it is set to straight stitch. Deselect stitch width safety to go back to normal sewing.
  • Page 47 Default setting is normal. Once you have increased or decreased the value in the Settings menu, the thread tension control icon will change to green. Note: Contact you authorized PFAFF® dealer if you experience thread tension problems that cannot be helped with the Thread tension compensation. Dynamic spring foot 6D for embroidery When embroidering, activate the ”Dynamic Spring foot 6D for embroidery” function when using the optional Dynamic Spring foot 6D (part number 820991-096, available at your authorized PFAFF®...
  • Page 48 The screen will be locked until you unlock it by touching OK. Screen saver When activated, the creative performance™ start up screen will be displayed as a screen saver ten minutes after the last touch. Touch the screen or press any button to exit the screen saver.
  • Page 49 Info menu Use the info system to easily get help topics and information. The Info menu is a built-in shortened version of the Owner’s manual. When you touch the info menu icon on the task bar, you have four options to select from - category (A), index (B), personal info (C) and text (D). Browse through the topics using your stylus. The left arrow at the top of the screen opens the previous page. The right arrow takes you back to the current page.
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  • Page 51: Sewing Mode

    Sewing mode...

  • Page 52: Sewing Mode

    Sewing mode In sewing mode you can select stitches, adjust and sew them. Use Stitch Creator and sequencing to create your own stitches and sequences. The selected stitch is shown in actual size in the stitch field. Recommendations and machine settings are shown at the top of the screen. Sewing mode - overview 1. Sewing recommendations 2. Machine settings 3. Stitch selection area 4. Arrows for scrolling through stitch categories 5. Selected stitch number 6. Stitch field 7. Mirroring side to side Mirroring end to end 9. Sequence start position 10. Stitch width 11. Width/position toggle 12. Stitch length...

  • Page 53: Sewing Recommendations

    Select a stitch To select a stitch, touch the actual stitch in the stitch selection area (3). You can scroll through the list of stitches by touching the arrows at the right of the stitch selection area (4). The number of the actual subcategory is shown between the arrows (A). You can also select a stitch from the selection menu (24), see page 3:4.

  • Page 54: Stitch Width

    Stitch settings Your machine will set the best settings for each selected stitch. You can make your own adjustments on the selected stitch. The setting changes only affect the selected stitch. Your changed settings will be reset to default when selecting another stitch.

  • Page 55: Stitch Density

    Stitch density (13) Stitch Stitch The stitch density control adjusts the density (the density + density - closeness of the satin stitches that make up the entire stitch). The density does not affect the actual length of the entire stitch. Touch + to decrease the density. Touch - to increase the density.

  • Page 56: Buttonhole Slit Length

    Buttonhole slit length (27) Set the buttonhole slit length by using + to increase and - to decrease when sewing a buttonhole with the Sensormatic buttonhole foot. Button stitch repetition (28) Touch + to increase and - to decrease the number of stitch repetitions to be sewn, when sewing on a button.

  • Page 57: Thread Tension

    Adjust thread tension (14) Touch + to increase and - to decrease the needle thread tension. For the best stitch appearance and durability make sure the needle thread tension is correctly adjusted, i.e. for general sewing, the threads evenly meet between the two fabric layers (A). If the bobbin thread is visible on the top side of the fabric, the needle thread tension is too tight.

  • Page 58: Free-Motion Options

    Note: Optional spring feet can be purchased at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. Do not use a spring foot if Sensormatic free-motion is activated, since the needle might damage the presser foot.

  • Page 59: Zoom To All

    Sensormatic free-motion (16c) Activate to set the machine in Sensormatic free- motion mode for presser foot 6A. When sewing free-motion at low speed the presser foot will raise and lower with each stitch to hold the fabric on the needle plate while the stitch is being formed. At higher speed, the presser foot floats over the fabric while sewing. Skipped stitches can occur if your fabric moves up and down with the needle as you are stitching. Lowering the presser foot height will reduce the space between the presser foot and the fabric and eliminate the skipped stitches.
  • Page 60 Save to Personal menu (15b) To save a stitch into your Personal menu, touch the save options icon (15) and select save to Personal menu (15b). A new window will open. Choose which subcategory you want to save your stitch in (A).

  • Page 61: Speed Control

    Option bar Speed control Speed control (19) This function enables you to easily reduce the maximum Tie-off options sewing speed. Just touch the speed control icon to reduce the speed. To return to normal speed, deselect the icon. You can change the set speed limit. Long touch the speed Stitch programs control icon to get a pop-up. Set desired speed limit using the slider then close the pop-up. The next time you touch Sequencing...

  • Page 62: Sewing Programs

    Sewing programs (21) Sewing programs - overview A Tapering program B Single stitch program Patchwork program D Preview field E Set number of stitch repetitions in single stitch program Note: Not all programs can be used at the same time. You can sew without closing this pop-up. Tapering program (A) Tapering increases or decreases the width of the stitch during sewing to create symmetrical or asymmetrical tapers.

  • Page 63: Stitch Creator

    Patchwork program (C) The patchwork program makes it possible for you to program an exact seam length that can be sewn repeatedly. This is very useful when quilting. To program a seam length, activate the patchwork program (C). Sew your desired seam length and press the reverse button. The action indicator on the machine will be lit until the last repetition of the stitch is finished. This will set the length of the seam. The length of the patchwork sequence is shown in millimeters in the preview field (D).

  • Page 64: Sewing Techniques

    Sewing techniques These techniques may require some special presser feet and accessories. Sewing in zippers There are different ways to sew in zippers. Follow the directions included with your pattern for best results. For all types of zippers it is important to sew close to the teeth of the zipper. The zipper foot 4 can be snapped to the presser foot bar on the left or right, depending on how you will insert your zipper.

  • Page 65: Three-Step Zigzag Stitch

    Three-step zigzag stitch Stich number 1.1.9 can be used to overcast raw edges. Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side. Stitch number 1.1.9 can also be used as an elastic stitch to add elastic to pajamas, skirts and sportswear. Blindhem stitch The blindhem stitch number 1.1.16 is used to make invisible hems on skirts, trousers and home decorating. Use foot number 3 with IDT™...

  • Page 66: Buttonholes

    Buttonholes Buttonholes are found in category 1, subcategory 1.3 in the selection menu. You can also scroll through the categories in sewing mode to find the buttonhole subcategory. Note: Buttonholes up to 50 mm can be sewn using the Sensormatic buttonhole foot. Both sides of the Sensormatic buttonhole are sewn in the same direction for a more even result. Buttonholes over 50 mm are sewn manually in four steps with presser foot 5M.
  • Page 67 Manual buttonhole To sew a manual buttonhole, use presser foot 5M. Sew the first column as long as you want the buttonhole. Touch the reverse button. The machine sews the bartack and the second column. When the columns are aligned, press the reverse button to sew the second bartack. Repeat a manual buttonhole (25) When you have adjusted your buttonhole, use the repeat buttonhole function (25), to sew identical copies.

  • Page 68: Darning

    Note: Use the multi-purpose tool to create a thread shank for your button. You can also use a sew on button foot, available as an optional accessory at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. Darning Darning a small hole or a tear before it becomes larger can save a garment.
  • Page 69 Quilting A quilt usually consists of three layers, two layers of fabric with a layer of batting sandwiched between. To sew three layers together, you have a wide variety of stitches and techniques to choose from. When the quilting is finished simply bind the edges or make it into cushions, wearable art or other smaller projects. Straight stitch needle plate (optional) Attach the straight stitch neede plate (optional accessory, part number 412964304) when piecing your quilt. The smaller hole in the straight stitch needle plate supports the fabric closer to the...
  • Page 70 Free-motion stippling Free-motion stippling adds texture and interest to your quilt, while keeping the layers together. Free-motion stippling is done with the feed dogs lowered. You move the fabric manually to determine the stitch length. 1. Set your sewing machine for free-motion sewing with a straight stitch. Attach the straight stitch needle plate. Touch the free-motion options icon (A) and select one of the three options. Note: Read about the different options on page 4:8. 2. Disengage the IDT™...

  • Page 71: Special Sewing Techniques

    Special sewing techniques The 6th stitch category includes special sewing technique stitches such as candlewicking, beading stitches, edge stitches, four direction sewing and stacking stitches. These techniques may require some special presser feet and accessories. This is indicated by the optional presser foot icon (A). Note: Touch Quick help and then touch the selected stitch in the stitch selection area to find out which special presser foot is required for that stitch.

  • Page 72: Stacking Stitches

    Stacking stitches Sew beautiful decorations in two colors using the stacking stitches. The stacking stitches consist of pairs of matching stitches that are designed to be sewn on top of each other. Sew the first stitch and then sew the second, overlapping the first. Be sure to use the same starting point for each. Touch Quick Help (29) and one of the stacking stitches to preview what the stitches look like when combined/stacked.

  • Page 73: Common Sewing Pop-Ups

    Common sewing pop-ups System busy When the machine is loading, saving, moving files or anything that takes time, an hour glass is shown. Bobbin empty When the bobbin is almost empty, the machine stops automatically and a pop-up appears on the screen. Replace the empty bobbin with a full one. Note: It is possible to sew until the thread has run out. Just continue sewing without closing the pop-up.
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  • Page 75: Sequencing

    Sequencing...

  • Page 76: 19. Stitch Positioning

    Sequencing In sequencing, you can create and adjust a sequence of stitches. Combine various 9mm stitches, maxi stitches and stitch fonts from the machine or from an external device. Stitches made in Stitch Creator can also be inserted in a sequence. You can create sequences up to approximately 500mm (20”) long. You can see how long your actual sequence is in the upper left corner (1). Sequencing - overview 1. Approximate length of sequence 2. Stitch selection area 3. Arrows for scrolling through stitch categories 4. Stitch field 5. Delete 6. Duplicate 7. Mirroring side to side 8. Mirroring end to end 9. Horizontal preview 10. Arrows (move cursor back and forth in the sequence) 11. Stitch width 12. Width/position toggle 13. Stitch length 14. Stitch density 15. Sequence commands a) tie-off...

  • Page 77: Open And Exit Sequencing

    Open and exit sequencing Sequencing can be used in both sewing mode and in embroidery mode. To open, just touch the sequencing symbol (A) on the option bar. To close sequencing and sew or embroider your created sequence, touch OK (20) in the top right corner. Note: If sewing mode is active and your programmed stitch is ready to be sewn, you can also close the active function by pressing the foot control, or by pressing the start/stop button.

  • Page 78: Sequence Commands

    Duplicate a stitch or letter (6) To duplicate a stitch, move the cursor to the stitch you want to duplicate. Touch the duplicate icon to copy the selected stitch. Note: Make your adjustments on the stitch before duplicating and the copied stitch includes the adjustments.

  • Page 79: Horizontal Preview

    Horizontal preview (9) To see your sequence horizontally, touch the preview icon. Your sequence will be shown on a pop-up. If it is too long for the window, it is possible to zoom to all (A) to see the entire sequence. You can also scroll through the sequence with the arrows (B). Directional stitches (17) Add directional stitches between stitches in a sequence. These stitches make it possible to move stitches in various directions and you can create new shapes and wider large-area borders.

  • Page 80: Loading And Sewing A Sequence

    Zoom to all (16) If the stitch or sequence is wider than what can be shown on the screen, you may use the zoom to all icon to see the whole width of the sequence. Note: Zoom to all is only visible if the stitch or sequence is wider than the stitch field. Loading and sewing a sequence To sew the sequence touch OK (20) in the top right corner of the screen. The sequence will be loaded to the mode that was active before entering...

  • Page 81: Saving A Sequence

    Embroidery edit When loaded to Embroidery edit your sequence will become an embroidery design. Go to Embroidery stitch-out and stitch it out as a regular design. If a sequence is selected and you re-open sequencing from embroidery mode, the sequence will remain unchanged. If no sequence is selected, sequencing will be empty when re-opened, ready to create something new. Every time sequencing is closed, the sequence will be loaded to Embroidery edit. Saving a sequence Saving a sequence is done in sewing mode or Embroidery edit. Close sequencing by touching OK (20) in the top right corner of the screen. Embroidery mode In embroidery mode the sequence is saved as a design. Touch the Save to Personal designs icon (A) and select Personal designs, Personal files or an external device. See page 8:8 for more information. Sewing mode In sewing mode sequences are saved the same way as stitches. Save the sequence by touching the Save options icon (A). You can save your sequence both in personal files (a) and personal menu (b). See page 4:9-4:10 for more information. Note: A sequence cannot be saved as a default stitch. The icon (c) will be grayed out.

  • Page 82: Important Sequencing Information

    Important sequencing information Sequence adjustments Adjustments made in sewing mode or embroidery mode will affect the whole sequence. However, these changes will not be saved if you return to sequencing. In Embroidery edit, the position of the sequence will be kept. To adjust individual stitches in the sequence, return to sequencing. To use sequencing in either sewing mode or embroidery mode Sequencing can be used in either sewing mode or embroidery mode. A sequence created when sewing mode is active will not be available when opening sequencing after activating embroidery mode and vice versa. The created sequence will not be transferred to the other mode. A sequence created when embroidery mode is active will become an embroidery design when loaded to Embroidery edit and cannot be sewn as a stitch in sewing mode. A sequence created in sewing mode can be loaded manually into Embroidery edit, but will then become an embroidery design. Sequences in Stitch Creator A sequence can be opened in Stitch Creator and modified. Note that when doing this, your sequence will become one stitch. When re-opening sequencing, it will not be possible to adjust any part of the former stitches in the sequence any more. The entire sequence will be handled as one stitch. Common sequencing pop-ups Not an editable stitch Some stitches are not possible to insert in a sequence, for example buttonholes and four direction stitches.

  • Page 83: Stitch Creator

    Stitch Creator...

  • Page 84: Stitch Creator

    Stitch Creator In Stitch Creator, you can create completely new stitches and adjust every single stitch point. Customize and create your own stitches. Add, erase, move and combine stitches directly on screen. Either create a stitch of individually designed stitches or use already existing stitches or letters. You can also insert a built- in stitch, and then edit to create your own version of that stitch. The width of the stitch field is 9mm and maximum stitch length is 6mm. The grid and the vertical center line will help you to create your stitch. Your stitch can be up to approximately 500mm (20”) long and can be stored in your personal menu or in personal files. Stitch Creator - overview 1. Stitch selection area 2. Arrows for scrolling through stitch categories 3. Stitch field 4. Delete Duplicate New stitch point 7. Mirroring side to side Mirroring end to end Triple stitch 10. Zoom in/out 11. Multi-select...

  • Page 85: Open And Exit Stitch Creator

    Open and exit Stitch Creator Stitch Creator can be used in both sewing mode and in embroidery mode. To open, just touch the Stitch Creator icon (A) on the option bar. To close Stitch Creator and sew or embroider your created stitch or combination, touch OK (18) in the top right corner of the screen. Note: If sewing mode is active and your programmed stitch is ready to be sewn, you can also close the active function by pressing the foot control, or by pressing the start/stop button.

  • Page 86: Multi-Select

    Multi-select (11) Long touch the multi-select icon to select all stitch points at the same time. To select the stitch points next to the marked stitch point, touch the multi-select icon and then touch the arrows (12) to select the next stitch point. Use the up arrow to select stitch points before the marked stitch point and the down arrow to select the stitch points after the marked stitch point. Note: If selecting stitch points using the up arrow, you can deselect them by touching the down arrow.

  • Page 87: Mirroring Side To Side

    Mirroring side to side (7) The selected stitch point(s) will be mirrored side to side. 7. Mirroring side to side Mirroring end to end (8) The selected stitch points will be mirrored end to end. Note: Only enabled if more than one stitch point is selected.

  • Page 88: Touch Functions

    Touch functions Use your stylus to make changes directly on screen by touching and dragging in the stitch field. You can pan and move depending on which touch function is activated. You can also use the arrows in the wheel to make minor adjustments. Move (13) You can move the selected stitch or stitch points using your stylus on the screen or touch the arrows in the wheel (15).

  • Page 89: Loading And Sewing A Stitch

    Loading and sewing a stitch To sew the created stitch touch OK (18) in the top right corner of the screen. The stitch will be loaded to the mode that was active when entering Stitch Creator; sewing mode or Embroidery edit. Sewing mode If sewing mode is active when closing Stitch Creator, your stitch will be loaded to sewing mode and is ready to be sewn. If selecting another stitch in sewing mode and then re-opening Stitch Creator, your created stitch will remain unchanged. Every time Stitch Creator is closed, the stitch will be loaded to sewing mode.

  • Page 90: Common Stitch Creator Pop-Ups

    Embroidery mode In embroidery mode the stitch is saved as a design. Touch the Save to Personal designs icon (A) and select Personal designs, Personal files or Devices. See page 8:8 for more information. Important Stitch Creator information To use Stitch Creator in either sewing mode or embroidery mode Stitch Creator can be used in either sewing mode or embroidery mode. A stitch created when sewing mode is active will not be available when opening Stitch Creator after activating embroidery mode and vice versa.
  • Page 91 Embroidery mode – preparations...

  • Page 92: Embroidery Unit Overview

    ™ those who want more, it also has embroidery capabilities. There are two optional embroidery units that can be used: one large (part number 850135-096, type BE20) and one small unit (part number 850151-096, type BE16). The embroidery units are available at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. The selection of hoops differs depending on which embroidery unit you choose for your PFAFF ® creative sewing and embroidery machine.

  • Page 93: Embroidery Hoop Overview

    Embroidery collection Page through the creative performance™ Embroidery collection for designs and fonts. The design number, stitch count (number of stitches in the design) and the design size are displayed next to each design. The suggested thread colors for each color number are shown.

  • Page 94: Remove The Embroidery Unit

    Remove the embroidery unit To store the embroidery unit in the embroidery case, move the embroidery arm to park position by selecting park position on the screen in either Embroidery edit or Embroidery stitch-out. 2. Press the button at the left, underneath the embroidery unit (A) and slide the unit to the left to remove it.

  • Page 95: Slide On The Hoop

    Slide on the hoop Make sure that the accessory tray (only on the large embroidery unit, type BE20) on the embroidery unit is closed. Slide the hoop onto the embroidery unit from front to back until it clicks into place. The marked center point on the design should match the starting point of the needle. If minor adjustments are needed use the icons on the screen (See chapter 8).

  • Page 96: Getting Started Embroidering

    Getting started embroidering After attaching the embroidery unit and embroidery foot, insert a bobbin with lightweight bobbin thread. Note: Make sure that the IDT™ system is disengaged. 2. To select a design, open selection menu and touch the design menu icon (A). Locate desired design and touch it once to load to Embroidery edit. 3. The machine automatically switches to Embroidery edit. The design is placed in the center of the hoop. 4. Hoop a piece of fabric and slide on the hoop. 5. Switch from Embroidery edit to Embroidery stitch-out by touching the embroidery toggle icon (B) on the task bar.
  • Page 97 6. Thread the machine with the first color in the color list (C). 7. Clear sufficient space to accommodate movement of the embroidery arm and the hoop. Hold the needle thread and touch the start/stop button (D) or the foot control. The machine starts embroidering. Note: This machine features the automatic function Cut jump stitches. When activated the machine trims the top jump stitch threads and pulls the thread ends to the underside of the fabric.
  • Page 98 9. When the first color is completed, your machine stops. A pop-up appears asking you to change color. Re-thread with the next color and continue embroidering by pressing start/stop. Each color segment is tied off at the end and the needle thread is cut. 10. When the embroidery is completed, your machine cuts the needle and bobbin thread and stops. The needle and presser foot raise automatically for easy removal of the hoop. A pop-up informs you that your embroidery is finished. Touch OK to clear your design from the screen.

  • Page 99: Embroidery Mode - Edit

    Embroidery mode – edit...
  • Page 100 Embroidery mode - edit In Embroidery edit you can adjust, combine, save, delete and restore designs. You do not need to have the embroidery unit connected to your machine to edit your designs. The loaded design(s) are shown in the embroidery field (1). Embroidery edit - overview 1. Embroidery field 2. Zoom Options 3. Multi-select 4. Select/deselect design Arrows 6. Delete 7. Duplicate Total number of stitches Mirroring side to side 10. Mirroring end to end...

  • Page 101: Load A Design

    Load a design To load a design, open the selection menu (27). Select designs (A) from the selection bar, then choose one of the following four tabs: Personal designs (B) Designs that you have created, adjusted and/or combined and saved. Built-in machine designs (C) Designs that are stored in the permanent sewing machine memory. Built-in mini designs (D) Mini designs that are stored in the permanent sewing machine memory.

  • Page 102: Zoom Options

    Zoom to Box (A) lets you decide how much and where to zoom in the embroidery area. First, select Zoom to Box in the pop-up. The Zoom Options icon starts flashing, indicating that zoom to box is active. In the embroidery field on the PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen, touch and drag with your stylus to define the area to be zoomed. Zoom to Box will then be deactivated. Note: While Zoom to Box is active the touch functions are disabled. To deactive Zoom to Box without making any selection, touch any of the touch function icons.

  • Page 103: Select Design(S)

    Select design(s) When loading designs into Embroidery edit, the last loaded design is selected by default. There are two ways to select another design. Either touch it on the screen or step through the designs using the arrows (5). The selected design is surrounded by a green frame. Note: A selected embroidery font text is surrounded by a blue frame.

  • Page 104: Delete

    Stitch-out order Designs are by default stitched out in the order they are loaded to Embroidery edit. The numbers (A) between the arrows show the position in the stitch- out order for the selected design as compared to the total number of designs in the embroidery area. Adjustments Delete (6) When touching the delete icon, the selected design(s) will be deleted from the embroidery field. If more than one design is selected, a pop-up window will ask you to confirm the deletion.

  • Page 105: Touch Functions

    Touch functions You can use your stylus to make adjustments directly on screen, by touching and dragging in the embroidery field. You can pan, move, rotate and scale, depending on which touch function is active. You can also use the arrows in the wheel (18) to fine tune. Move (14) When move is active, you can move the design(s) anywhere in the embroidery field. The numbers above the wheel show in millimeters how far the design has been moved from the center of the hoop,...

  • Page 106: Save To Personal Designs

    Option bar 20. Save to Personal designs 21. More options 22. Select hoop 23. Thread color edit 24. Embroidery stitch editor 25. Sequencing 26. Stitch Creator Save to Personal designs (20) Touch the Save to Personal designs icon (20) to save the design you are working with. A new window will appear where you can choose to save your design in either your personal designs (A) or personal files (B) for quick and easy access. You can also save to a connected external device (C).

  • Page 107: Select Hoop

    Select hoop (22) To select the correct hoop size, touch the hoop selection icon (22). A pop-up will appear with the hoop choices, including hoops that are available to purchase from your authorized PFAFF® dealer. After selecting your hoop size, the pop-up will close automatically. Note: Hoops that can only be used with the 350x360 size...

  • Page 108: Thread Color Edit

    Thread color edit (23) In thread color edit you can edit the colors in your design. Touch the thread color edit icon (23) to open. Example (A): 1:8, RaRa 40, 2590 means the eighth thread color in the first loaded design is RobisonAnton 40 weight rayon, color number 2595.

  • Page 109: Embroidery Stitch Editor

    Embroidery stitch editor (24) Sequences and stitches can be adjusted in Embroidery stitch editor. You can also adjust your own created sequence or stitch, loaded to Embroidery edit (see chapter 5 and 6). Note: When a stitch or a sequence is loaded into Embroidery edit, tie-offs are automatically inserted at the beginning and at the end. The tie-offs are only visible when you open the stitch or sequence in sequencing.
  • Page 110 Embroidery stitch editor - example 1. Enter Embroidery edit. 2. To create a sequence, open sequencing by touching the icon on the option bar (25). Select stitch number 4.3.20, then 4.3.15, 4.2.1, 4.3.15. Mirror the last inserted stitch end to end. Insert stitch 4.3.19, 4.3.15, 4.2.1, 4.3.15. Mirror the last inserted stitch and finally add stitch 4.3.20. 3. Close sequencing by touching OK in the top right corner. The sequence is loaded to Embroidery edit. 8:12...
  • Page 111 4. Deselect the sequence by touching outside the design on the screen, or step by using the arrows. 5. Open sequencing once again. Select stitch number 4.1.7. 6. Long touch the duplicate icon. In the pop-up that appears, enter 7 and touch OK for a total of eight copies. 7. Close sequencing to load the second sequence to Embroidery edit. Touch the wheel center icon when move is selected, to move the new sequence to the center of the hoop. Move 9 mm to the right. 9. Open Embroidery stitch editor (24).

  • Page 112: Selection Menu

    Embroidery text editor (25) To open embroidery text editor Embroidery text editor opens automatically when you select an embroidery font in the selection menu. You can also open embroidery text editor by adjusting an existing text already in Embroidery edit. Just select the text and touch the sequencing icon (25) on the option bar. Note: If the text is created of stitch fonts, sequencing will be opened instead of embroidery text editor.
  • Page 113 Load text to Embroidery edit Return to Embroidery edit by touching OK in the top right corner of the screen. Embroidery text editor will close and the text will be loaded into Embroidery edit. If the text was an existing text, it will be placed and rotated in the same way as it was before the adjustment. 8:15...

  • Page 114: Embroidery Edit Pop-Ups

    Embroidery edit pop-ups Delete selected designs? Your machine will ask you to confirm when you have selected to delete more than one design. Delete all designs? Your machine will ask you to confirm when you have selected to delete all designs or when using delete long touch. Replace file? The first time you try to save a design with the same name as a design file that already exists, your machine will ask you to confirm this. If you keep working on the same design and save again, your machine will not ask again.
  • Page 115 There might not be enough disk space to save current state This pop-up appears when going to Embroidery stitch-out and the available memory in the machine is low. Because of low memory you might not be able to save current state while embroidering. To clear some memory before starting to embroider, first touch OK to close the pop-up and then go back to Embroidery Edit and use Files & Folders to delete files. Exceeded maximum number of stitches The design combination you are trying to make contains too many stitches.
  • Page 116 8:18...

  • Page 117: Embroidery Mode - Stitch-Out

    Embroidery mode – stitch-out...

  • Page 118: Quick Help

    To enter Embroidery stitch-out To embroider your design(s), enter Embroidery stitch-out. Make sure the embroidery unit is connected and the selected hoop is securely attached to the embroidery arm. Toggle to Embroidery mode - edit Embroidery stitch-out by touching the Embroidery stitch-out icon (A) above the embroidery mode icon on the task bar. Functions used when embroidering a design are now shown. In Embroidery stitch-out, the pan function is always active.

  • Page 119: Crosshair

    Crosshair (1) When embroidering, a crosshair indicates current needle position on the screen. Color list (2) All colors in the loaded design(s) are shown in the order they will be embroidered. Each listed color shows color order and number. Also shown are the thread manufacturer, thread weight and color number.

  • Page 120: Basting

    Basting (7) Basting enables you to secure your fabric to a stabilizer placed under it. It is especially useful when the fabric to be embroidered cannot be hooped. Basting provides support for stretchy fabrics. Touch the basting icon (7) to activate basting. Long touch the icon to open a window to select to add the basting stitch around the design area and/ or around the hoop area. Select baste around design and the machine will add a basting stitch around the design area, outlining the area where the design will be placed on the fabric. Select baste around hoop area to add a basting stitch close to the inner edge of the hoop.

  • Page 121: Option Bar

    Option bar More options (9) Monochrome (A) Touch the icon to activate monochrome embroidery. All designs are shown in a grey color and the machine does not stop for color block changes. To deactivate monochrome embroidery, touch the icon again. Full screen (B) To see your design as large as possible, use the full screen function. The embroidery will fill the whole...

  • Page 122: Hoop Position

    Hoop position (10) Use the hoop position functions to move the hoop to different positions. Current position When you want to return to the current stitch and start embroidering again where the embroidery was interrupted, touch the current position icon. You can also press the start/stop button once to return to the current stitch and start to embroider.

  • Page 123: Precise Positioning

    Precise positioning (12) Precise positioning allows you to place a design on an exact spot on your fabric. It is also used when you want to embroider a design next to a previously embroidered design. Use zoom and pan to be sure that you are placing the design exactly where you want it.
  • Page 124 To select matching point and rotate design You have the ability to check a second position within the design to make sure your design is lined up properly and make further adjustments if necessary. Activate (C), matching point. A second crosshair will appear, the matching point. Place it at the point where you would like another part of the design to connect.
  • Page 125 Disable needle warning (K) Check allow lower needle position (K) to temporarily allow the needle to be in a lower position while moving the hoop. The needle can then remain close to the fabric when using precise positioning. Just make sure the needle is above the fabric to prevent damage to the needle and fabric.
  • Page 126 3. To line up the design on the screen with the previously embroidered, select matching point (C) to be the corner. Use the touch function - move or the corner icons. 4. Select the next function, rotate design (D) to move the matching point to the right position in the hoop. Use the touch function - rotate to line up the designs. Check that the needle is at the exact position. Close precise positioning and start embroidering.

  • Page 127: Common Embroidery Stitch-Out Pop-Ups

    Common Embroidery stitch-out pop-ups Embroidery unit calibration When the embroidery unit is attached, a pop-up asks you to slide off the hoop and clear the machine area for calibrating the embroidery arm. You will also be reminded to disengage the IDT™ system and attach the embroidery presser foot. Note: It is very important to remove the hoop, otherwise the hoop or the embroidery unit may be damaged while calibrating.
  • Page 128 Embroidery is finished - clear screen When the embroidery is finished, the machine will ask you if you want to clear the screen. If you touch OK, the designs will be deleted. Touch cancel to get back to your design. Change to Cutwork Needle (optional accessory) Some cutwork designs can be stitched out using the optional accessory PFAFF® Embroidery Cutwork Needle Kit, (P/N 820 945-096). These designs are marked with a cutwork needle symbol in the creative performance™ Embroidery Collection. When the machine stops and this pop-up message is shown, insert the corresponding cutwork needle. Touch OK and press the Start/Stop button to resume.

  • Page 129: Files & Folders

    Files & Folders...

  • Page 130: Files & Folders

    Files & Folders Files & Folders is used to organize, add, move, remove and copy all your designs, fonts and stitch files. Use either built-in memory or an external device connected to your machine for storing. While loading the files to the selection area a default icon is shown in the meantime. Files & Folders - overview Parts of the selection bar 1. Stitches 2. Fonts 3. Designs 4. Files & Folders Quick help Parts of Files & Folders 6. Load file 7. Close and return to previous view 8. Search path...

  • Page 131: File Formats

    File formats Your machine can load the following file formats: • .SHV, .DHV, .VP3, .VIP, .HUS, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .10* and .DST Design file (embroidery files) • .SPX (stitch files) Embroidery font file • .SFX (stitch font files) • .VF3 (embroidery font files) Stitch file • .TXT and .HTM/HTML-files Note: If the file type or file version is not supported by your machine, or the file is damaged, it is shown in the Text file selection area as an unrecognized file.
  • Page 132 External device (17) The external device icon is only active when a device is connected to the USB port. Touch external device (17) to display all connected devices. You can have your computer and another device such as a PFAFF USB embroidery stick connected at the ® same time. Touch either of the devices to explore. USB Use to store files and/or move files to and...

  • Page 133: Open A Folder

    Load a file To load a file, touch load (6) or long touch the file. It will be loaded to the appropriate window. If you want to open several designs at one time, click on the ones you want to open. Long touch on the last one. All the designs will open in Embroidery edit. Open a folder To open a folder in Files & Folders, long touch the folder.

  • Page 134: Organize

    Organize Create a new folder (18) Touch the create new folder icon (18) to create a new folder. A pop-up opens where you can enter a name for your folder. Move a file or folder Use cut (19) and paste (21) to move a file or folder to another place. Select the file or folder, then touch cut. Open the folder where you want to place the file or folder. Touch paste. The file or folder is now stored here and is removed from the folder where it was cut from.

  • Page 135: Common Files & Folders Pop-Ups

    Common Files & Folders pop-ups Delete file or folder Your machine will always ask you to confirm when you have selected to delete a file or folder. This prevents you from deleting anything by mistake. Could not delete file or folder You cannot delete files or folders from CDs or from other write protected media. The folder already exists You cannot create a new folder with the same name as another folder on the same level.
  • Page 136 System busy When the machine is loading, saving, moving files or anything that takes time, an hour glass is shown. Invalid file type for this folder Only designs can be stored in Personal designs, and only font files can be stored in Personal fonts. Select the proper folder to store in. 10:8...

  • Page 137: Maintenance

    Maintenance...

  • Page 138: Cleaning The Machine

    Note: Do not blow air into the bobbin case area. The dust and lint will be blown into your machine. Note: When using the optional accessory PFAFF® Embroidery Cutwork Needles, it is neccessary to clean the bobbin area after each embroidered design/project.

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting In this troubleshooting guide you will find solutions to the problems you may have with your machine. For further information please contact your local authorized PFAFF® dealer who will be happy to help you. Problem/cause Remedy General problems Bobbin alarm does not work? Clean lint from bobbin area and use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for this model.
  • Page 140 Is the wrong hoop attached? Slide on the correct hoop. Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! If you have followed this troubleshooting information and still have problems, take your sewing machine to your dealer. If there is a specific problem, it is a great help to test sew with your thread on a scrap of your sewing fabric and bring it to your dealer. A sewing sample will often give much better information than words.

  • Page 141: Index

    INDEX Brush ................. 1:10 Built-in designs ............7:3, 10:4 1/4” quilting foot with IDT™ system ......1:11 Built-in machine designs ..........8:3 3-dimensional view ............ 8:9, 9:5 Built-in mini designs ............8:3 5D™ Embroidery Machine Communication CD ..1:10 Built-in quilt designs ............8:3 5D™ Embroidery Software ........... 2:12 Buttonhole, corded ............4:17 5D™ Organizer ............2:12, 3:10 Buttonhole, manual............4:17 5D™ QuickFont ..............2:12 Buttonholes ..............
  • Page 142 Cut jump stitches............. 3:10 Cut position ................ 9:6 Fancy stitch foot 2A ............1:11 Fancy stitch foot with IDT™ system 1A ...... 1:11 Feed dogs, options ............3:10 Felt pad ..............1:10, 2:4 Darning ................4:18 File formats ..............10:3 Decorative stitches ............1:15 File name ................
  • Page 143 Personal files ..............10:4 Monochrome ..............9:5 Personal fonts ..............10:4 More options ............... 8:9, 9:5 Personal menu ..............3:5 Mouse ................2:11 PFAFF® creative™ Color Touch Screen ......1:8 Move ................6:6, 8:7 Piecing the quilt top ............4:19 Move a file or folder............10:6 Pop-ups Move design into hoop ............. 8:6 Embroidery edit ..............
  • Page 144 Sequencing ................5:8 Sewing ................... 4:23 Stitch Creator ................6:8 Save current state .............. 9:5 Position hoop ..............9:7 Save design ................ 8:8 Position of the marked stitch point ........ 6:6 Save options ............... 4:9 Power cord ............... 1:10 Save personal default stitch ..........4:10 Precise positioning ............. 9:7–9:9 Save to Personal files .............
  • Page 145 Special sewing techniques ..........4:21 Thread tension compensation ........3:11 Speed control ............4:11, 9:6 Three-step zigzag stitch..........4:15 Spool cap ................2:4 Tie-off command ............... 5:4 Spool caps ..............1:9, 1:10 Tie-off options ..............4:11 Spool pin ................1:9 Tie-offs ................8:11 Spool pin, auxiliary ............1:9 Timer ................. 3:10 Spool pins ................2:4 Touch functions ...........

  • Page 146: Intellectual Property

    Consult your local authorized PFAFF® dealer, and be sure to visit our website at www.pfaff.com for the latest updates of both the software and the Owner’s Manual. We reserve the right to change the machine...
  • Page 147 5D™ Embroidery Machine Communication CD (For personal computer. See page 2:12) Installation code: 8200 Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products. If in doubt please contact your retailer for guidance. CE - Authorised Representative VSM Group AB, SVP Worldwide Drottninggatan 2, SE-56184, Huskvarna, SWEDEN...
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