Instruction Manual This instruction manual applies to machines from the following serial numbers onwards: # 6 001 000 296-12-18 613/002 Betriebsanleitung engl. 12.04...
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As an alternative to the internet download the adjustment manual can also be ordered in book form under part no. 296-12-18 614/002. The reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF Instruction Manuals, whether in whole or in part, is only permitted with our previous authorization and with written reference to the source.
Safety Safety Directives This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations contained in the conformity and manufacturer’s declarations. In addition to this Instruction Manual, also observe all generally accepted, statutory and other regulations and legal requirements and all valid environmental protection regulations! The regionally valid regulations of the social insurance society for occupational accidents or other supervisory organizations are to be strictly adhered to! General notes on safety...
It is the obligation of the user to ensure that none of the safety mechanisms are removed or deactivated. It is the obligation of the user to ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine. Further information can be obtained from your PFAFF agent. 1 - 2...
Safety Operating and specialist personnel Operating personnel .05.01 Operating personnel are persons responsible for the equipping, operating and cleaning of the machine as well as for taking care of problems arising in the sewing area. The operating personnel is required to observe the following points and must: always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual! never use any working methods which could adversely affect the safety of the machine! not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewelery such as chains or rings!
Safety Danger A working area of 1 meter is to be kept free both in front of and behind the machine while it is in operation so that it is always easily accessible. Never reach into the sewing area while sewing! Danger of injury by the needle! Never leave objects on the table while adjusting the machine settings! Objects can become trapped or be slung away! Danger of injury! 110-001...
Proper use Proper use The PFAFF 114 is a lockstitch, zig-zag sewing machine with bottom feed. The machine is used for sewing zig-zag seams in the craft sector. Any and all uses of this machine which have not been approved of by the...
Disposal of machine Disposal of machine The proper disposal of the machine is the responsibility of the customer. The materials used in the machines are steel, aluminium, brass and various plastics. The electrical equipment consists of plastics and copper. The machine is to be disposed of in accordance with the locally valid environmental protection regulations.
Transport, packaging and storage Transport, packaging and storage Transport to the customer’s premises The machines are delivered completely packed. Transport within the customer’s premises The manufacturer bears no liability for transport within the customer’s premises or to the in- dividual locations of use. Make sure that the machines are always transported upright. Disposal of the packaging The packaging of these machines consists of paper, cardboard and VCE fiber.
Explanation of the symbols Explanation of the symbols In the following section of this Instruction Manual, certain tasks or important pieces of information are accentuated by symbols. The symbols used have the following meanings: Note, information Cleaning, care Lubrication, greasing Servicing, repairing, adjustment, maintenance (only to be carried out by specialist personnel) 6 - 1...
Controls Presser foot lift lever The presser foot is raised by raising lever 1. Fig. 7 - 03 Stitch length adjustment wheel To adjust the stitch length turn the stitch length adjustment wheel 1. The stitch length setting can be read on the scale.
Controls Zig-zag stitch lever To adjust the width of the zig-zag stitch operate the zig-zag stitch lever 1. Fig. 7 - 05 Limiting and setting the zig-zag stitch By tightening screw 1 the maximum zig- zag stitch width can be limited, see Chapter 9.07 Setting the zig-zag stitch width.
Controls Stitch position adjustment lever To set the required stitch position adjust the stitch position adjustment lever 1. Position "A" = stitch positioned to the left Position "O" = stitch positioned in the centre Position "B" = stitch positioned to the right Fig.
Controls Setting the straight stitch The straight stitch may only be set if no zig-zag stitch has been selected. Danger of damage to the machine! Set the position of the needle bar frame by tightening adjusting screw 1. Fig. 7 - 09 Knee lever Depending on the type of assembly, by pressing knee lever 1 either the presser...
Installation and commissioning Installation and commissioning The machine must only be installed and commissioned by qualified personnel! All relevant safety regulations must be strictly adhered to! If the machine is delivered without a table, be sure to use a stand and table top that can hold the weight of the machine with its motor.
Installation and commissioning Fitting the top V-belt guard .01.02 Fig. 8 - 02 Fasten belt guard 1 with screws 2. Fasten belt guard 3 with screws 4. Fitting the bottom V-belt guard .01.03 Attach the bottom V-belt guard as specified in the motor Instruction Manual. 8 - 2...
Installation and commissioning Fitting the reel stand .01.04 Fit the reel stand as shown in Fig. 8 - 03. Afterwards insert the stand in the hole in the table top and secure it with nuts pro- vided. Fig. 8 - 03 Connecting the earth cables .01.05 Screw the earth cables from the sewing...
Installation and commissioning Commissioning Examine the machine, in particular the electric cables, for any damage. Before commissioning the machine, clean it thoroughly and then oil it, see Chapter 10 Care and Maintenance! The machine may only be connected to an earthed socket! Have qualified personnel check whether the machine’s motor can be operated with the available voltage and whether it is connected properly.
Preparation Preparation All regulations and instructions in this Instruction Manual are to be observed! Special attention is to be paid to the safety regulations! All preparation work is only to be carried out by appropriately trained personnel. Before all preparation work, the machine is to be separated from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the mains or switching off the On/Off switch! Inserting the needle Switch off the machine!
Preparation Winding the bobbin thread 110-016 1 mm Fig. 9 - 02 Place empty bobbin 1 on bobbin winder spindle 2. Thread the thread as shown in Fig. 9.02 and wind it around bobbin 1 a few times in a clockwise direction.
Preparation Removing / Inserting the bobbin case Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! Removing the bobbin case: Raise latch 1 and remove bobbin case 2. Inserting the bobbin case: Press bobbin case 2 until you feel it snap into the bobbin case base.
Preparation Threading the needle thread / Adjusting the needle thread tension Fig. 9 - 05 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! Thread the machine as shown in Fig. 9-05. Adjust the needle thread tension by turning the milled screw 1. 9 - 4...
Preparation Adjusting the stitch length Set the required stitch length with the stitch length adjustment wheel 1. Fig. 9 - 06 Adjusting the width of the zig-zag stitch Short period of work with zig-zag stitch Set the required width of the zig-zag stitch by operating zig-zag stitch lever 1.
Preparation Adjusting the stitch position Set the required stitch position with stitch position adjustment lever 1. Position "A" = stitch positioned to the left Position "O" = stitch positioned in the centre Position "B" = stitch positioned to the right Fig.
Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Maintenance intervals Cleaning .............. daily, several times if in continuous use Oiling the hook ............ daily, several times if in continuous use Oiling the machine ..................once a week During all cleaning work the machine must be disconnected from the power supply by switching off the main switch or pulling out the plug! Danger of injury if the machine is started accidentally! Cleaning the machine...
22.0 mm /s at 40°C and a density of 0.865 g/cm Fig. 10 - 02 15°C. We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part no. 280-1-120 144. Oiling the machine Oiling points on the machine head .04.01 Switch off the machine!
Pour a few drops of oil once a week into the holes marked, see arrows in Fig. 10-04. Only use oil with a mean viscosity of 22.0 mm /s at 40°C and a density of 0.865 g/cm at 15°C. We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part no. 280-1-120 144. 10 - 3...
We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part no. 280-1-120 144. Apply fresh grease to the bevel gears 1 and 2 as required. We recommend PFAFF sodium soap grease with a dripping temperature of ca. 150° C, part no. 2801-1-120 243.
A detailed parts list for the complete machine is included with the accessories. In case of loss, the parts list can be downloaded from the internet address www.pfaff-industrial.com/de/service/download/index.php3. As an alternati- ve to the internet download the parts lists can also be ordered in book form under part no.