3822 -1/32; -1/34 Instruction Manual 3822 -1/42; -1/44 This instruction manual applies to machines from the following serial numbers onwards: # 2207516 296-12-18 412/002 Betriebsanleitung engl. 10.2002...
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This instruction manual applies to all versions and subclasses listed under "Specifications". Reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF instruction manuals, whether in whole or in part, is not permitted without our prior permission and not without written indication of the source.
Index Contents ................. Chapter - Page Safety ........................... 1 - 1 Directives ........................1 - 1 General notes on safety ....................1 - 1 Safety symbols ......................1 - 2 Important points for the user ..................1 - 2 Operating and specialist personnel ................1 - 3 .05.01 Operating personnel .....................
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Index Contents ................. Chapter - Page Setting up ........................9 - 1 Inserting the needle ...................... 9 - 1 Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension ..........9 - 2 Removing/inserting the bobbin case ................9 - 3 Threading the bobbin case, adjusting the thread tension ..........9 - 3 9.05 Threading the needle thread ..................
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Index Contents ................. Chapter - Page .05.03 Needle in needle-hole centre ..................13 - 5 .05.04 Neutral position of the bottom feed dog ................13 - 6 .05.05 Play of the feed reverse key ..................13 - 7 .05.06 Feeding motion of the bottom feed dog ................13 - 8 .05.07 Lifting motion of the bottom feed dog ................13 - 9 .05.08...
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Index Contents ................. Chapter - Page Adjusting the edge trimming device on the PFAFF 3822-1/32 and -1/42 ....13 - 48 .07.01 Knife stroke ........................ 13 - 48 .07.02 Neutral position of the knife stroke ................13 - 49 .07.03 Knife height .........................
Safety Safety Regulations This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations indicated in the conformity and manufacturer's declarations. In addition to this instruction manual, please also observe all generally accepted, statutory and other legal requirements, including those of the user's country, and the applicable pol- lution control regulations! The valid regulations of the regional social insurance society for occupational accidents or other supervisory authorities are to be strictly adhered to!
The user must ensure that none of the safety devices are removed nor put out of work- ing order. The user must ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine. For further information please refer to your PFAFF agency. 1 - 2...
Safety Notes for operating and technical staff Operating staff .05.01 Operating staff are the persons responsible for setting up, operating and cleaning the mach- ine and for removing any disturbances in the sewing area. The operating staff are obliged to observe the following points, and must: always observe the notes on safety in this instruction manual! avoid using any working methods which adversely effect the safety of the machine! avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing or jewelry such as necklaces or rings!
Safety Danger warnings A working area of 1 m must be kept free both in front of and behind the mach- ine, so that easy access is possible at all times. Never put your hands in the sewing area during sewing! Danger of injury by the needle! While setting or adjusting the machine do not leave any objects on the table nor in the needle plate area! Objects may be trapped or slung out of the mach-...
Proper use Proper use The PFAFF 3822-1/32, -1/34, -1/42 and - - - - - 1/44 are integrated workplaces for run-stitching and trimming the edges of jackets, coats and costumes. Machinemodel Equipment PFAFF 3822-1/32 Edge trimming device PFAFF 3822-1/42 Edge trimming device and graphics control panel...
Disposal of Machine Disposal of Machine Proper disposal of the machine is the responsibility of the customer. The materials used for the machine are steel, aluminium, brass and various plastic mat- erials. The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper. The machine is to be disposed of according to the locally valid pollution control regula- tions;...
Transportation, packing and storage Transportation, packing and storage Transportation to customer's premises All machines are delivered completely packed. Transportation inside the customer's premises The manufacturer cannot be made liable for transportation inside the customer's premises nor to other operating locations. It must be ensured that the machines are only transported in an upright position.
Explanation of symbols Explanation of symbols In this instruction manual, work to be carried out or important information is accentuated by symbols. These symbols have the following meanings: Note, information Cleaning, care Lubrication Maintenance, repairs, adjustment, service work (only to be carried out by technical staff) 6 - 1...
Controls Controls Main switch The machine is switched on or off by turning main switch 1. The illustrated main switch is fitted to machines with Quick motors. If other motors are used, different switches may be fitted. Fig. 7 - 01 Pedal 0 = Neutral position +1 = Lower presser foot...
Controls Presser bar lifter The presser foot is raised by turning lever 1. Fig. 7 - 03 Knee Switch Manual sewing: By operating knee switch 1 it is possible to alternate between two pre- set amounts of fullness. Programmed sewing: By operating knee switch 1 the amounts of fullness are changed according to the program selected.
Controls 7.05 Left knee switch By operating knee switch 1 1 1 1 1 , the knife for feathered trimming can be switched on or off. Fig. 7 - 05 Reverse-feed key The machine sews in reverse as long as the reverse-feed key 1 is pressed. Fig.
Controls 7.07 Keyboard The keyboard 1 1 1 1 1 is used for the quick operation of the machine during sewing and when selecting the fullness. With the corresponding LED of the 20 keys, active key functions are displayed (Function active = LED lit). Fig.
Controls Graphics operating panel The graphics operating panels consists of the display screen and 2 key zones. Fig. 7 - 08 Display .08.01 In its basic condition the displays on the screen are divided into 2 part sections: Status line In the top section of the display screen there is a status line, where up to 5 pictographs with their corresponding values can be displayed (e.g.
Controls Operational mode keys .08.02 There are two different modes of operation. The selected mode is shown by the diode of the respective key. - Operational mode SEWING has been selected - Operational mode ENTER has been selected - If the operational mode ENTER has already been selected, the standard condition is selected.
Installation and commissioning Installation and commissioning The machine must only be installed and commissioned by qualified personnel! All relevant safety regulations must be observed! If the machine is delivered without a table, be sure to use a stand and table top that can bear the weight of the machine and the motor reliably.
Installation and commissioning Tensioning the v-belt .01.02 Loosen nuts 1. Tension the v-belt with motor bracket 2. 2 cm Tighten nuts 1 firmly. Fig. 8 - 02 8.01.03 Fitting the top V-belt guard Fasten bottom section of V-belt guard 1 with screws 2.
Installation and commissioning Fitting the lower belt guard .01.04 Position belt guard 1 so that motor pulley and v-belt can run freely. Fig. 8 - 04 Assembling and fitting the reel stand .01.05 Assemble the reel stand as shown in Fig.
Installation and commissioning 8.02 Commissioning Before the machine is commissioned, stopper 1 must be removed! Clean the machine thoroughly and then check the oil level (see Chapter 12 Care and Maintenance). Check the machine, in particular the electrical leads, for any damage. Have specialists check, whether the machine can be operated with the available mains connection.
Setting up Setting up All instructions and regulations in this instruction manual must be observed. Special attention must be given to all safety regulations! All setting-up work must only be done by personnel with the necessary training. For all setting-up work the machine must be isolated from its power supply by turning off the main switch or removing the machine plug from the electric power socket! 9.01...
Setting up Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension Fig. 09 - 02 Place the empty bobbin 1 onto the bobbin winder spindle 2. Thread the thread in accordance with Fig. 09-02 and wind it a few times around bobbin 1 in a clockwise direction.
Setting up Removing/inserting the bobbin case Switch off the machine! Danger of injury if the machine is started accidentally! Removing the bobbin case. Lift clip 1 and remove bobbin case 2. Inserting the bobbin case: Insert bobbin case 1 until you feel it click into place.
Setting up Threading the needle thread Switch off the machine! Danger of injury if the machine is started accidentally! Thread the needle thread in accordance with Fig. 09-05. Fig. 09 - 05 Adjusting the needle-thread tension Adjust the needle-thread tension by turning milled screw 1.
Setting up Fullness input Fig. 9 - 07 Switch on the machine. Select the desired fullness using keys 0 – 12. Selecting the language (only on machines with graphics operating panel) Switch on the machine. Select mode INPUT. Clear Enter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 With number key 0 call up the function input menu.
Sewing Sewing Following steps must be carried out before work begins, irrespective of how the machine is equipped. Check the oil level of the machine, see Chapter 12.02 Oil level of the machine. Check the air pressure, see Chapter 12.04 Checking/adjusting the air pressure Switching on the machine, see Chapter 7.01 On/off switch.
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Sewing Fullness The current fullness value is shown next to this symbol. Functions in the pictogram bar: Program selection This function opens a direct menu for selecting the desired seam program. Fullness This function opens a direct menu for the input/alteration of the desired fullness. The value for the fullness from + 50 to –...
Sewing Manual sewing of 2 amounts of fullness alternately (program number 1) .02.02 Select SEWING mode. Select program selection function (number key 1). Enter program number 1. Enter Confirm input with Enter. Clear 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Enter Using the keyboard, the value for the fullness can be changed in part steps, see Chapter 7.07 Keyboard.
Sewing Programmed sewing (program numbers 2 – 200) .02.03 Using the program numbers 2 – 200, seam programs programmed beforehand can be selected. Select SEWING mode. Select program selection function. Enter desired program number from 2 - 200 2 - 200 2 - 200 2 - 200 2 - 200.
Sewing Functions in the pictogram bar: Program selection This function opens a direct menu for selecting the desired seam program. Program interruption This function interrupts the seam program cycle (see Chapter 10.02.04 Program interruption). Stitch counter on/off With this function the stitch counter can be switched on or off. Alternate sewing When this function is activated, the left and right parts are processed alternately.
Sewing Error messages .02.05 In case of an error message, the text and pictogram bars in the display are written over. An error message is caused by false settings, defective elements or seam programs as well as by overload conditions. Before the operation of the machine can continue, the error must be corrected.
Input Input (only on machines with graphics operating panel) The operational mode Input is used to enter parameters and programs. In the function Service help for error search is offered. Functions for direct selection and functions for selection using a menu are available. Overview of the functions in the operational mode INPUT Operational mode INPUT Program selection...
Input Explanation of the functions in input menu .01.03 After calling up the function Input menu, following additional functions are available: 1 - SWITCH FUNCTION 2 - PARAMETER 3 - SOFTWARE VERSION 4 - MACHINE Clear 5 - SERVICE Enter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 SWITCH FUNCTION This function opens a menu for selecting the language displayed and for selecting the...
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Input PARAMETER This function calls up parameters, which can be altered. 1 – FULLNESS KEYS 2 – FULLNESS CORRECTION VALUE 3 – PARAMETER RESET Clear Enter 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 FULLNESS KEYS With this function a fullness amount can be allocated to each of the keys on the keyboard.
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Input SERVICE This function opens a menu for selecting service functions. 1- CORRECTION VALUE STEPPING MOTOR 2- MOVE STEPPING MOTOR 3- CONTRAST SETTING OF DISPLAY 4- SWITCH OUTPUTS 5- DISPLAY INPUTS/OUTPUTS Clear 6- CARRY OUT COLD START 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Enter CORRECTION VALUE STEPPING MOTOR This function is used to correct the zero position of the stepping motor for...
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Input DISPLAY INPUTS/OUTPUTS After this function has been selected, the conditions of the inputs and outputs are displayed: 1 = input operated / output switched on 0 = input not operated / output not switched on CARRY OUT COLD START This function resets all inputs and parameters and deletes the programs.
Input Input and alteration of seam programs Teach in .02.01 With the function Teach in the seam program can be entered during sewing. The desired fullness can be selected and then, when the seam is sewn, the number of stitches to the end of this seam area is stored. ●...
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Input Explanation of the functions in the pictogram bar: Notch This function defines the end of the seam area. The number of stitches is saved and the required seam length calculated. The same function is executed by pressing Enter. By operating the knee switch, the stitch number = 0 is set, i.e. later, during the execution of the program, the move to the next seam area is carried out by operating the knee switch.
Input Programming / Alterations .02.02 With the function programming, seam programs, which have already been compiled, can be altered. However, new seam programs can also be compiled. ● Select mode INPUT. ● Call up function program selection. ● Enter desired program number from 2 – 200 . Enter ●...
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Input Explanation of the functions in the pictogram bar: Mirror image With this function it is possible to see the currently entered seam program as a mirror image. After selecting this function, programming ends. Insert This function inserts a seam area at the current position. The contents of the current seam area are first taken over into the inserted seam area and can be changed if required.
Input Examples for programming a seam The required values can be entered as follows: 1. By direct input of the number of stitches and value for the fullness, 2. By using the Teach-in method (see Chapter 11.03.01 – 11.03.02) Programming by direct input of number of stitches and fullness .03.01 The seam to be programmed for the front part of a jacket consists of 5 seam areas and is saved under program number 3.
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Input ● Select INPUT mode. ● Select program selection function. ● Enter program number 3. ● Confirm input with Enter. Enter ● Select programming function. Seam area 1 ● Select area input using individual values function. ● Enter number of stitches. ●...
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Input Enter ● Switch to the next seam area by pressing the Enter or arrow key. Seam area 3 ● Select area input using individual values function. ● Enter number of stitches. ● Confirm with Enter. Enter ● Enter fullness. ●...
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Input Seam area 5 ● Select area input using individual values function. ● Enter number of stitches. (If "0" is entered, the end of the seam area is selected by operating the right knee switch.) ● Confirm with Enter. Enter ●...
Input Programming using the teach-in method .03.02 The seam to be programmed for the front part of a jacket consists of 5 seam areas and is saved under program number 4. Seam area 1 Number of stitches: learn Fullness: -25 Seam area 2 Fullness: 0 Without stitch count...
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Input ● Select INPUT mode. ● Select program selection function. ● Enter program number 4. ● Confirm input with Enter. Enter ● Select teach-in function. Seam area 1 ● Select area input using individual values function. ● Enter fullness. ● Confirm by pressing Enter twice. Enter ●...
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Input Seam area 3 ● Select area input using individual values function. ● Enter fullness at bottom. ● Confirm by pressing Enter twice. Enter ● Sew seam area 3. ● By pressing the notch key, the number of stitches sewn is taken over and a switch is made to the next seam area.
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Input Seam area 6 ● Select area input using individual values function. ● Enter fullness. ● Confirm by pressing Enter twice. Enter ● Sew seam area 6. ● By pressing the knee switch, the programming operation is ended. ● Press operational mode key. The programming has been completed and the program is saved.
Care and maintenance Care and Maintenance Clean hook compartment ......... daily, several times if in continuous use Clean the entire machine ................once a week Check the oil level ..................once a month Lubricate the articulated joints of the top feed ..........once a week Check/adjust the air pressure ..............
Only use oil with a medium viscosity of 10.00 mm²/s at 40ºC and a density of 0.847 g/ cm³ at 15ºC. We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part no. 280-1-120 105. Fig. 12 - 02 Lubricating the top feed joints...
Care and maintenance Checking the air pressure Check the air pressure on the gauge 1 before every use of the machine. The gauge 1 must show a pressure of approx. 6 bar. Adjust to this value if necessary. To do so lift button 2 and turn it until the gauge shows approx.
Screws, nuts indicated in brackets ( ) are fastenings for machine parts, which must be loosened before adjustment and tightened again afterwards. On the PFAFF 3822 no c-clamps may be attached to the needle bar as this would damage the special coating on the needle bar.
Adjustment Control and adjustment aids By marking the holes 1 and 3 - 6 with the adjustment pin (ø 5 mm), the desired needle bar positions can be fixed exactly. Fig. 13 - 01 Turn the balance wheel until the needle bar is approximately in the desired position. Insert the adjustment pin into the appropriate hole and apply pressure.
Adjustment Adjusting the basic machine Adjusting the synchronizer .05.01 Requirement After thread trimming the machine should be in the t.d.c. take-up lever position. Fig. 13 - 02 Adjust the synchronizer 1 (screws 2) in accordance with the Motor Service Manual, also see Chapter 13.09 Parameter settings.
Adjustment Preliminary adjustment of the needle height .05.02 Requirement With the needle bar at b.d.c. the distance between bottom edge of the needle bar and the needle plate must be16.5 mm. 16.5 mm Fig. 13 - 03 Adjust needle bar 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 4...
Adjustment Needle in needle-hole centre .05.03 Requirement The needle should enter the needle hole exactly in the centre. Fig. 13 - 04 Position the needle directly over the needle hole. Loosen screws 1, 2 and 3. Adjust the needle bar frame 4 both crosswise and in the direction of sewing according to the requirement and tighten screw 2 slightly and screw 3.
Adjustment Neutral position of the bottom feed dog .05.04 Requirement With the stitch length set at "0" there should be no feeding motion of the bottom feed dog when the balance wheel is turned. 45° 54-044 Fig. 13 - 05 Loosen screw 1 (nut 2).
Adjustment Play of the feed reverse key .05.05 Requirement With the maximum stitch length set, the feed reverse key 4 should have approx. 0.3 mm play. Fig. 13 - 06 Set the maximum stitch length (lever 1). Loosen screws 2 and 3. Press feed reverse key 4 against stop 5 and bring actuator lever 6 into contact with the feed reverse key.
Adjustment Feeding motion of the bottom feed dog .05.06 Requirement With the maximum stitch length set and the needle bar positioned 0.6 mm past t.d.c. (adjustment hole 1), the bottom feed dog should not move when the reverse feed key is operated.
Adjustment Lifting motion of the bottom feed dog .05.07 Requirement 1. With the needle bar set 0.6 past t.d.c. (adjustment hole 1) and the stitch length set at "0", the bottom feed dog should be at the top of its stroke. 2.
Adjustment Height of the bottom feed dog .05.08 Requirement When the needle bar is at 0.6 past t.d.c. (adjustment hole 1) and the stitch length is set at "0", 1. The bottom feed dog should be in the centre of the needle plate cutout, as seen from the side and in the direction of feed.
Adjustment Clearance between presser foot and needle plate .05.09 Requirement When hand lever 1 is raised there should be a clearance of 5 mm between the presser foot and the needle plate. Fig. 13 - 10 With the hand lever lower the presser foot onto the needle plate. Loosen the adjustment screw for the presser foot presser (reduce pressure) Push out bolt 1 (screw 2) and remove connection element 3 from the yoke of lever 4.
Adjustment Stop in relation to the presser foot .05.10 Requirement When adjustment foot 1 (part no. 61-111 639-20) is resting on the needle plate, stop 4 should be touching screw 2 2 2 2 2 49-028a Fig. 13 - 11 Remove presser foot.
Adjustment Top feed driving and connecting lever .05.11 Requirement 1. All moving parts of the top feed should move freely without play. 2. The top feed must not touch the presser foot. Fig. 13 - 12 Lower the presser foot with the hand lever. Swing connection element 1 into the yoke of lever 2, insert bolt 3 and tighten screw 4 (make sure that the parts move freely, if necessary adjust lever 2).
Adjustment Neutral position of the top feed dog .05.12 Requirement When the stitch length is set at "0" and with the adjustment gauge 4 fitted, there should be no feeding motion of the top feed dog. 54-033 Fig. 13 - 13 The stitch length limitation (screw 1 in Chapter 13.05.04 Neutral position of the bottom feed dog) must be deactivated.
Adjustment Feeding motion of the top feed dog .05.13 Requirement When the needle bar is positioned 0.6 mm past t.d.c (adjustment hole 1) and the maximum stitch length is set, lever 3 should not move when the feed reverse key is operated.
Adjustment Front linkage rod to top feed drive .05.14 Requirement With the needle bar positioned 0.6 past t.d.c. (adjustment hole 1), there must be a distance of approx. 16.5 mm between the eye of the linkage rod 2 and machine case 3. 16.5 mm Fig.
Adjustment Top feed stroke .05.15 Requirement With the stitch length set at "3" and the adjustment gauge 12 fitted, at its t.d.c. the top feed dog 2 should be 2 mm from the needle plate. 54-033 49-029 Fig. 13 - 16 Lower the presser foot 1 onto the needle plate.
Adjustment Lifting motion of the top feed dog .05.16 Requirement When the stitch length is set at "4" and with adjustment gauge 3 fitted, the top feed dog should rest on the ascending bottom feed dog, when this reaches the top edge of the needle plate.
Adjustment Stitch length adjustment .05.17 Requirement When set at "3" the stitch length must be the same size when sewing forwards or in reverse. Fig. 13 - 18 Loosen screw 2. Adjust bush 1 according to the requirement. Take care that the eccentricity of bush 1 is in the lower range.
Adjustment Stitch length limitation .05.18 Requirement 1. The bottom stroke of rocking bar 6 should be set so that the maximum stitch length is 2.7 mm..2. The top stroke of rocking bar 6 should be set so that the stitch length is 2.7 mm when the feed reverse key is pressed down as far as possible.
Adjustment Basic setting of the differential adjustment device .05.19 Requirement With the fullness set at "0", the stitch length at "2.7" and the adjustment gauge 5 fitted, the roller 2 should be touching pressure sleeve 4. 54-034 Fig. 13 - 20 Switch on the machine.
Adjustment Lifting height of presser foot with automatic presser foot lift .05.20 Requirement When piston rod 1 is retracted, the distance between presser foot 3 and the needle plate should be 7 mm. 49-028 Fig. 13 - 21 Adjust piston rod 1 (nut 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 22...
Adjustment Eccentric hook shaft bearing and hook-to-needle clearance .05.21 Requirement 1. The slot in bearing 3 (see arrow) must be visible from below and there should be a slight but still noticeable amount of backlash between gears 5 and 7. 2.
Adjustment Needle bar rise, readjustment of the needle height and bobbin case position stop .05.22 Requirement With the stitch length set at "0" and the needle bar positioned 1.8 mm past b.d.c. (adjustment hole 4) 1. The point of the hook should be in centre of the needle and the top edge of the needle eye should be 0.8 mm below the hook point.
Adjustment Bobbin opener height .05.23 Requirement When bobbin opener 3 is at its left point of reversal, the top edge of its finger should be 0.5 mm above the bottom edge of the bobbin case cam. Fig. 13 - 24 Loosen screw 2.
Adjustment Adjustment of the bobbin opener .05.24 Requirement 1. The distance between the finger of the bobbin opener 3 and the edge of the bobbin case base 5 must be 0.8 mm. 2. When the bobbin opener 3 is at its left point of reversal, the bobbin case base 5 should be deflected by approx.
Adjustment Bobbin case opener .05.25 Requirement When the needle bar is positioned 1.8 mm past b.d.c., the bobbin opener 3 should be at its right point of reversal. Fig. 13 - 26 Loosen screws 2. Adjust bobbin opener eccentric 1 according to the requirement. Tighten screws 2.
Adjustment Needle thread tension release .05.26 Requirement When the hand lever 1 is raised, the tension discs should be at least 0.5 mm apart. 0.5 mm Fig. 13 - 27 Adjust tension release clip 2 (screw 3) according to the requirement. Lower the presser foot onto the needle plate.
Adjustment Thread check spring .05.27 Requirement The movement of the thread check spring 3 must be finished when the needle point enters the material (spring path approx. 7 mm). Fig. 13 - 28 Adjust thread tension 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement..The path of thread check spring 3 is dependent on the material and thread and must be corrected in accordance with the sewing results.
Adjustment Bobbin winder .05.28 Requirement 1. When the bobbin winder is engaged, the winding spindle must be driven reliably. When it is disengaged, friction wheel 3 must not rest on drive wheel 1. 2. The bobbin winder should switch itself off, when the thread is approx. 1 mm from the edge of the bobbin.
Adjustment Position of the top feed dog in relation to the sewing foot .05.29 Requirement When the take-up lever is at its t.d.c., the teeth of the top feed dog should not be below the presser foot shoe, when the presser foot is raised. Fig.
Adjustment Top feed dog and sewing foot pressure .05.30 Requirement Even at top speed, the material must be fed perfectly. No pressure marks should appear on the material. ca. 12 mm Fig. 13 - 31 Adjust screws 1 and 2 according to the requirement. 13 - 32...
Adjustment Stitch condensation .05.31 Requirement When cylinder 3 is actuated, the machine must sew with a shorter stitch length than that indicated on the stitch length adjuster. Fig. 13 - 32 Activate the stitch condensation and sew a test seam. If necessary adjust retaining bracket 1 (screws 2) accordingly.
Adjustment Adjusting the thread trimmer Pre-adjusting the control cam .06.01 Requirements At the t.d.c of the needle bar, 1. the beginning of the highest point of the trip of the control cam 6 sould be positioned under the tip of pawl 8 and 2.
Adjustment Roller lever .06.02 Requirements When the needle bar is positioned 1.8 mm after the b.d.c, 1. the roller of the roller lever 4 should engage easily with the control cam 7 and 2. the roller of roller lever 4 should be centred in the cam notch of the control cam 7 Fig.
Adjustment Pawl .06.03 Requirement With the thread trimmer in resting position, the distance between pawl 2 and the highest point of the control cam should be 0.3 mm. 0.3 mm Fig. 13 - 35 Position the bearing surface of control cam 1 with its highest point below pawl 2 2 2 2 2 by turning the hand wheel.
Adjustment Engaging solenoid .06.04 Requirement When the needle bar is positioned 1.8 mm after the b.d.c and the engaging solenoid is actuated, the distance between the engaging lever 1 and the pawl 2 should be between 0.2 and 0.3 mm. Fig.
Adjustment Release lever .06.05 Requirement When the needle bar is positioned 1.8 mm after the b.d.c and the engaging lever 1 1 1 1 1 is actuated, the distance between the roller of the roller lever 2 2 2 2 2 and the bottom of the control cam 3 must be approx.
Adjustment Engaging lever .06.06 Requirement When the needle bar is at the t.d.c and the thread trimmer is in resting position, the distance between the roller of the roller lever 3 and the outer diameter of the control cam 4 should be between 0.3 and 0.5 mm. 0.3 - 0.5 mm Fig.
Adjustment Lateral adjusting of the thread catcher .06.07 Requirement 1. The tip of the thread catcher 6 should point exactly to the middle of the needle. 2. The thread catcher 6 should not touch anywhere when in motion. Fig. 13 - 39 Unscrew needle plate and feed dog.
Adjustment Front reversal point of the thread catcher .06.08 Requirement In the front reversal point of the thread catcher 3 the rear edge of thread catcher cutout should be 1 mm in front of the bobbin case position finger 4. Fig.
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Adjustment Re-adjusting the control cam .06.09 Requirement When the end of the hook plate 1 is positioned 2 mm behind the middle of the lug of the bobbin case position finger, the distance between the tip of the thread catcher 6 and the middle of the lug should also be 2 mm.
Adjustment Retaining spring .06.10 Requirement When the thread trimmer is in resting position, the distance between the retaining spring 1 and the roller lever 3 3 3 3 3 should be 0.5 mm. 0.5 mm Fig. 13 - 42 Position retaining spring 1 together with the cover disk. Tighten screws 2 sligthly.
Adjustment Knife to needle clearance .06.11 Requirement The distance between the front edge of the knife 1 and the needle should be 4 mm. 4 mm Fig. 13 - 43 On needle-feed machines set the stitch length to "O". Position the needle bar at b.d.c Push knife 1 under the safety plate and align in accordance with the requirement.
Adjustment Manual trimming control .06.12 Requirement Both threads have to be cut perfectly in the catcher cutout on both right and left-hand side. Fig.13 - 44 Position the needle bar at b.d.c and activate the engaging lever manually. Turn the hand wheel until thread catcher 1 is its front reversal point. Double a thread and insert it into the cutout of thread catcher 1.
Adjustment Tension release of needle thread .06.13 Requirements 1. When the thread trimming unit is in resting position, trip 5 should be engaged and at a distance of 0.5 mm from the release cone 1. 2. When trip 5 is positioned at the highest point of the release cone 1, the tension disks should be spaced at a mimimum of 0.5 mm from each other.
Adjustment Mounting and dismounting the control unit .06.14 Fig. 13 - 46 In order to dismount the control unit, pull plug 1 out of the socket of the motor control plate or the control box as applicable. Loosen screw 2 and remove linkage 3 from its slot. Remove connecting rod 4.
Adjustment Adjusting the edge trimming device on the PFAFF 3822-1/32 and -1/42 Knife stroke .07.01 Requirement When the needle bar is at its t.d.c. (adjustment hole 5), the knife must be at the top of its stroke. Fig. 13 - 47 Switch on the machine.
Adjustment Neutral position of the knife stroke .07.02 Requirement When the edge trimming device is switched off, the top knife should not move when the balance wheel is turned. Fig. 13 - 48 Turn crank 1 (screw 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 49...
Adjustment Knife height .07.03 Requirement When the knife 1 is in its lowest position, the front edge of the knife blade should be approx. 0.5 mm below the top edge of the needle plate. 49-054 Fig. 13 - 49 Adjust knife 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 50...
Adjustment Aligning the knife .07.04 Requirement 1. The needle must be in the centre of the knife-edge. 2. The knife should be resting on the stationary knife with light pressure, without the knife spur striking the stationary knife. 3. The knife should stand slightly slanted to the stationary knife (shear effect). 49-053 49-45a Fig.
Adjustment Adjusting the stop eccentric .07.05 Requirement When stop 4 is touching eccentric 2, there should be a distance of approx. 5 mm between the front edge of the case and lever 5. 49-063 Fig. 13 - 51 Pull down lifting rod 1 as far as possible. Adjust eccentric 2 (screw 3) according to the requirement.
Adjustment Adjusting the feathered trimming device on the PFAFF 3822-1/34 and –1/44 Top stroke motion of the knife .08.01 Requirement The downward motion of the knife must begin, when the descending needle eye is level with the needle plate. Fig. 13 - 52 Switch on the machine.
Adjustment Cutting angle of the front knife .08.02 Requirement The knife 5 should 1. Touch the stationary knife without pressure and 2. Be at a 0.1 mm slant to the stationary knife. 0.1 mm Fig. 13 - 53 Adjust knife mounting 1 (screws 2) according to requirement 1. Adjust angle bracket 3 (screw 4) according to requirement 2.
Adjustment Cutting position of the front knife .08.03 Requirement The rear edge of knife 3 must be positioned 0.8 mm in front of the needle plate cutout. 0,8 mm Fig. 13 - 54 Adjust knife mounting 1 (screw 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 55...
Adjustment Cutting pressure of the front knife .08.04 Requirement 1. Only as much cutting pressure as absolutely necessary should be applied. 2. After the cutting pressure has been set, the slant of the knife must not be less than 0.05 mm. 0.05 mm Fig.
Adjustment Knife stroke zero point .08.05 Requirement When the feathered trimming device is switched off, the top knives should not move when the balance wheel is turned. Fig. 13 - 56 Adjust crank 1 (screw 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 57...
Adjustment Side position of the back knife in relation to the hook knife .08.06 Requirement The back edge of the back knife 1 should be even with hook knife 3. 49-056 Fig. 13 - 57 Adjust knife 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 58...
Adjustment Cutting angle of the back knife in relation to the hook knife .08.07 Requirement The hook knife 1 should be at a 0.05 – 0.1 mm slant to the back knife 2. 0.05 - 0.1 mm 49-46 Fig. 13 - 58 Switch the machine on and let it move into position.
Adjustment Cutting pressure between the back knife and the hook knife .08.08 Requirement 1. Only as much cutting pressure as absolutely necessary should be applied. 2. After the cutting pressure has been set, the slant of the back knife must not be less than 0.05 mm.
Adjustment Cutting depth of the back knife .08.09 Requirement In its lowest position the back knife should move approx. 0.5 mm into the hook knife. 49-052 49-46 Fig. 13 - 60 Switch the machine on and let it move into position. Switch on the edge trimming and feathered trimming device (keyboard).
Adjustment Cutting depth of the front knife .08.10 Requirement When the back knife 3 begins cutting, the front knife 1 should already have completed 2/3 of its cut. 49-055 Fig. 13 - 61 Switch on the machine. Switch on the edge trimming device (keyboard). Bring the hook knife into cutting position (knee switch).
Adjustment Trimming margin .08.11 Requirement The trimming margin should be 3.5 mm. 49-73 Fig. 13 - 62 Adjust knife 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement. Sew a test seam and check the trimming margin, if necessary repeat the adjustment. Pay attention to the cutting pressure of the hook knife! 13 - 63...
Adjustment Sensor control of the hook knife .08.12 Requirement When sewing with the feathered edge trimming device, the sewing and trimming operation must not begin until the hook knife is in cutting position. 49-74 Fig. 13 - 63 Switch the machine on and let it move into position. Hold the sensor gauge (0.1 mm) between stop plate 1 and pin 2.
Adjustment Air-blast tube for separating the material plies .08.13 Requirement The material plies should be blown far enough apart to enable the hook knife to move between both material plies without difficulty. 49-76 Fig. 13 - 64 Align air-blast tube 1 according to the requirement. Adjust air pressure (throttle valve 2) according to the requirement.
Adjustment Air-blast tube for cutting waste .08.14 Requirement The cutting waste should be guided into the waste channel as well as possible. Fig. 13 - 65 Align air-blast tube 1 according to the requirement. Adjust air pressure (throttle valve 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 66...
Adjustment Parameter setting Group Parameter Description Adjustment rangeStandardvalue Hook knife I = yes II = no Speed limiter N1 1200 Speed limiter I = yes II = no Speed display I = yes II = no Max. speed 100 - 10000 3200 (-1/34 and -1/44) 4000...
This list indicates the most important wearing parts. You can request a detailed parts list for the complete machine under parts number 296-12-18 305. PFAFF 3822-1/34 11-108 174-25 PFAFF 3822-1/44 91-150 648-01 PFAFF 3822-1/32 91-100 296-25 PFAFF 3822-1/42 (2x) 91-158 660-03/001 11-330 085-15 91-100 296-25...
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