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Summarization of Contents
Safety
Regulations
Observance of European regulations, statutory, and legal requirements.
General notes on safety
Machine operation by trained personnel, observing safety notices and devices.
Safety symbols
Symbols indicating danger or points to observe for safety.
Important notes for the user
Manual availability, reading before operation, and user's responsibility for safety.
Notes for operating and technical staff
Guidelines for operating and technical personnel regarding safety.
Operating staff
Responsibilities of operating staff for safe machine use and reporting issues.
Technical staff
Responsibilities of technical staff for maintenance, repairs, and adjustments, emphasizing safety.
Danger warnings
Specific warnings about hazards like moving parts, electricity, and crushing.
Proper Use
Proper Use
Defines specific PFAFF models and their intended use in textile/leather industries.
Specifications
PFAFF 242 / PFAFF 1242
Technical specifications for PFAFF 242 and 1242 models.
Models and subclasses
Details on different models and subclasses for PFAFF 242/1242, including additional equipment.
Max. speeds of the PFAFF 242
Maximum operating speeds for PFAFF 242 based on needle gauge.
Max. speeds of the PFAFF 1242
Maximum operating speeds for PFAFF 1242 based on needle gauge.
PFAFF 244 / PFAFF 1243 / PFAFF 1244
Technical specifications for PFAFF 244, 1243, and 1244 models.
Models and subclasses
Details on different models and subclasses for PFAFF 244/1243/1244, including additional equipment.
Max. speeds
Maximum operating speeds for PFAFF 244, 1243, and 1244 based on model and needle gauge.
Disposal of Machine
Disposal of Machine
Proper disposal of machine materials according to local pollution control regulations and handling of lubricants.
Transportation, Packing and Storage
Transportation to customer's premises
Describes how machines are delivered within Germany and for export.
Transportation inside the customer's premises
Notes manufacturer liability for internal transportation.
Disposal of packing materials
Responsibility for proper disposal of packing materials like paper and cardboard.
Storage
Guidelines for storing the machine to protect against dust, moisture, and corrosion.
Explanation of Symbols
Explanation of symbols
Explains symbols used in the manual for notes, cleaning, lubrication, and technical work.
Controls
On/off switch
How to turn the machine on and off using the switch.
Pedal (on machines without automatic backtacking mechanism and presser foot lifter -911/97)
Operation of the pedal for sew, neutral, and trim functions.
Pedal (on machines with automatic backtacking mechanism and presser foot lifter -911/97)
Pedal functions for neutral, sew, lift presser foot, and trim.
Pedals (on machines with presser foot lifter -910/01)
Pedal functions for neutral, sew, lift presser foot, and trim.
Knee lever (on machines without automatic backtacking mechanism and presser foot lifter -911/97)
How the knee lever operates to raise the presser foot/roller presser.
Key on the machine head (for machines with automatic backtacking mechanism and presser foot lifter -911/97)
Using the key to switch to reverse sewing.
Lever for lifting the presser foot / roller presser
Operation of the lever to lift the presser foot/roller presser.
Feed regulator and reverse sewing lever
Adjusting stitch length and using the reverse sewing lever.
Feed regulator (on machines with automatic backtacking mechanism and presser foot lifter -911/97)
Setting forward and reverse stitch lengths using screws.
Installation and Commissioning
Installation
Requirements for installation: electricity, air, surface, and lightning.
Adjusting the table-top height
Procedure to adjust the height of the machine's table top.
Adjusting the V-belt tension
Steps to adjust the tension of the V-belt using nuts and a hangar.
Mounting the upper V-belt guard
Instructions for attaching the upper V-belt guard, including modifications for large balance wheels.
Mounting the lower V-belt guard
Procedure for aligning and attaching the lower V-belt guard.
Fitting tilt lock
How to attach the tilt lock accessory for machine stability and safety.
Fitting the synchronizer
Steps for sliding, tightening, and plugging in the synchronizer.
Fitting the reel stand
Instructions for fitting the reel stand into the table-top hole.
Initial operation
Checks for damage, oil reservoir, cleaning, lubrication, and electrical/air connections.
Switching the machine on / off
Procedure for turning the machine on/off and performing a test run.
Setting Up
Inserting the needles in the PFAFF 242 and PFAFF 1242
Procedure for inserting needles, including loosening/tightening screws and needle orientation.
Inserting the needle in the PFAFF 1243
Procedure for inserting the needle into the PFAFF 1243 model.
Inserting the needles in the PFAFF 244 and PFAFF 1244
Procedure for inserting needles into PFAFF 244 and 1244 models.
Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension
Steps for winding the bobbin and adjusting its thread tension.
Removing /inserting the bobbin case
Steps for removing and inserting the bobbin case, including safety warnings.
Threading the bobbin case / adjusting the thread tension
How to thread the bobbin case and adjust its tension.
Threading the needle thread / adjusting the needle thread tension (PFAFF 1243)
Procedure for threading the needle and adjusting needle thread tension for PFAFF 1243.
Threading the needle thread / adjusting the needle thread tension (PFAFF 242 and PFAFF 1242)
Threading needle and adjusting tension for PFAFF 242/1242.
Threading the needle thread / adjusting the needle thread tension (PFAFF 244 and PFAFF 1244)
Threading needle and adjusting tension for PFAFF 244/1244.
Care and Maintenance
Servicing and maintenance intervals
Table listing recommended intervals for cleaning and checks.
Cleaning the hook compartment and the hook
Detailed steps for cleaning the hook compartment and hook, including safety.
General lubrication
Instructions for lubricating bearings above and below the table top.
Lubricating the hook
Procedure for lubricating the hook, including filling the oil reservoir.
Lubricating the needle head parts
Steps for lubricating needle head parts after removing the face plate.
Checking and adjusting the air pressure
How to check and adjust the working air pressure using the gauge and knob.
Emptying/cleaning the water container of the air filter/regulator
Procedures for emptying the water container and cleaning the filter.
Adjustment
Notes on adjusting
General notes on who should perform adjustments and securing parts.
Tools, gauges and other accessories
Lists necessary tools, gauges, and materials for adjustments.
Abbreviations
Defines abbreviations like TDC and BDC.
Adjusting the basic machine
Main section for basic machine adjustments.
Positioning the feed dog
Adjusting the feed dog's position relative to the needle plate.
Height of the feed dog
Adjusting the height of the bottom feed dog relative to the needle plate.
Pre-adjusting the needle height
Setting the correct needle bar height at BDC.
Centering the needle in the needle hole (for the PFAFF 242 and 1242)
Centering the needle within the needle hole for specific models.
Centering the needle in the needle hole (for the PFAFF 244, 1243 and 1244)
Centering the needle within the needle hole for specific models.
Driving motion of the feed dog (for PFAFF 242 and 1242)
Adjusting feed dog motion for specific models during reverse feed.
Driving motion of the feed dog (for PFAFF 244, 1243 and 1244)
Adjusting feed dog motion for specific models during reverse feed.
Lifting motion of the feed dog (for PFAFF 242 and 1242)
Adjusting the lifting motion of the feed dog for specific models.
Lifting motion of the feed dog (for PFAFF 244, 1243 and 1244)
Adjusting the lifting motion of the feed dog for specific models.
Basic position of the roller presser drive (only in machines with subcl. -4/01)
Setting the basic position of the roller presser drive for specific subclasses.
Synchronizing the roller presser and feed dog (only on machines with subcl. -4/01)
Synchronizing roller presser and feed dog movements for specific subclasses.
Releasing the roller presser for reverse sewing (only on machines with subcl. -4/01)
Mechanism for releasing the roller presser during reverse sewing for specific subclasses.
Hook-to-needle clearance, needle rise, needle height and needle guard
Adjusting hook-needle clearance, needle rise, height, and guard.
Bobbin-case opener (On the PFAFF 244 and 1244 this adjustment has to be carried out on both bobbin case openers)
Adjusting the bobbin-case opener for specific models.
Safety coupling
Information on the safety coupling and how to re-engage it after thread jams.
Clearance between presser foot / roller presser and needle plate
Ensuring correct clearance between presser foot/roller and needle plate.
Pressure of presser foot / roller presser
Adjusting the pressure of the presser foot/roller presser for reliable material feeding.
Needle thread tension release
Ensuring adequate separation of tension discs when presser foot is raised.
Thread check spring (PFAFF 1243 and on machines without -900/56)
Adjusting the thread check spring for specific models and conditions.
Thread check spring (on two-needle machines with - 900/56)
Adjusting thread check springs for two-needle machines with specific subclass.
Bobbin winder
Adjusting the bobbin winder for proper engagement, disengagement, and automatic shut-off.
Adjusting the thread trimmer -900/56
Main section for thread trimmer adjustments.
Pre-adjusting the control cam
Initial adjustment of the control cam for the thread trimmer.
Tripping lever
Adjusting the tripping lever to interact correctly with the control cam.
Pawl
Adjusting the pawl for correct clearance with the control cam.
Engaging solenoid
Adjusting the engaging solenoid for correct clearance between lever and pawl.
Release trip
Adjusting the release trip for correct clearance with the control lever.
Engaging lever
Adjusting the engaging lever for correct clearance between bolt and control cam.
Linkage rod
Adjusting the linkage rod to ensure simultaneous lifting of a lever.
Final adjustment of the control cam
Final adjustments to the control cam for thread catcher motion.
Catch
Adjusting the catch for correct clearance with the control lever.
Thread trimmer linkage (only for two-needle machines)
Adjusting thread trimmer linkage length for two-needle machines.
Thread-catcher height (On the PFAFF 242, 244, 1242 and 1244 this adjustment has to be carried out on both thread catchers)
Adjusting the height of the thread catcher.
Knife
Adjusting the knife for parallelism and correct interaction with the thread catcher.
Thread catcher reverse position (On the PFAFF 242, 244, 1242 and 1244 this adjustment has to be carried out on both threa catchers)
Setting the reverse position of the thread catcher relative to the knife.
Bobbin-thread clamp spring
Adjusting the bobbin-thread clamp spring for correct clearances and function.
Tension release bar
Adjusting the tension release bar for correct thread tension and clearance.
Adjusting the synchronizer
Adjusting the synchronizer for correct machine positioning after interruption and trimming.
Adjusting the presser bar lifting lever with subclass -911/97
Adjusting the presser bar lifting lever for automatic presser foot lift.
Adjusting the presser bar lifting lever without subclass -911/97
Adjusting the presser bar lifting lever for knee lever operation.
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