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3566
-2/02
-3/02

Instruction Manual

Software status: -2/02: 16.12.1997
Software status: -3/02: 22.06.1998
For adjustment of the sewing machine of version
-2/02 use service manuals for PFAFF 563
and –900/57..
For adjustment of the sewing machine of version
-3/02 use instruction manual for PFAFF 1183.
296-12-18 132
Betriebsanleitung engl. 07.98

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Software status: -2/02: 16.12.1997 Software status: -3/02: 22.06.1998 For adjustment of the sewing machine of version -2/02 use service manuals for PFAFF 563 and –900/57.. For adjustment of the sewing machine of version -3/02 use instruction manual for PFAFF 1183.
  • Page 2 This instruction manual applies to all versions and subclasses listed in the chapter on "Specifications." Reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF instruction manuals, whether in whole or in part, is not permitted without our prior approval and not without written indication of the source.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Switching the machine on or off ................8 - 2 Setting up ......................... 9 - 1 Inserting the needle ....................9 - 1 Threading the needle thread and regulating the needle-thread tension ( PFAFF 3566-2/02 ) ....................9 - 2...
  • Page 4 Safety Contents ................Chapter - Page Winding the bobbin thread and regulating the winder tension ( PFAFF 3566-2/02 ) ... 9 - 3 Bobbin changing ( PFAFF 3566-2/02 ) ................. 9 - 4 Changing the guide blade ( PFAFF 3566-3/02 ) ............9 - 5 Changing the work-holder bar ( PFAFF 3566-2/02 ) ............
  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety Safety Regulations This machine has been made according to 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 valid pollution control regulations! The regionally valid regulations of the social insurance institution responsible for occupational accidents, or other supervisory authorities, must be strictly adhered to!
  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    The user must ensure that none of the safety devices are removed nor put out of working 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...
  • Page 7: Notes For Operating And Technical Staff

    Safety Notes for operating and technical staff Operating staff .05.01 Operating staff are the persons responsible for setting up, operating and cleaning the machine and for removing any disturbances in the sewing area. The operating staff must be sure to observe the following items: always observe the notes on safety in this instruction manual in their work! refrain from any working methods which adversely effect the safety of the machine! avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry such as necklaces or rings!
  • Page 8: Proper Use

    Proper use Proper use The PFAFF 3566-2/02 and the PFAFF 3566-3/02 is a mechanised sewing unit for sewing darts and waistband pleats with or without basting seam. Any use of this machine which is not approved by the manufacturer shall be...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Sewing head 3566-2/02: ..................PFAFF 563 Sewing head 3566-3/02: ................... PFAFF 1183 Stitch type: ........................301 Maximum speed: ..................... 4,500 r.p.m. Stitch lengths: ....................1.0 to 3.0 mm Basting stitch lengths: ................... 6.0 to 9.0 mm (setting is automatically calculated, not adjustable) Needle system: ......................
  • Page 10: Disposal Of The Machine

    Disposal of the machine Disposal of the machine Proper disposal of the machine is the responsibility of the user. The materials used for the machine are steel, aluminium, brass and various plastics. The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper. The machine must be disposed of according to the locally valid pollution control regulations;...
  • Page 11: Transportation, Packing And Storage

    Transportation, packing and storage Transportation, packing and storage Transportation to the customer’s premises Within the Federal Republic of Germany, complete machines (with table and motor) are delivered without packing. Machines without table (sewing heads only) and machines intended for exports are packed.
  • Page 12: Explanation Of Symbols

    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...
  • Page 13: Controls

    Controls Controls On/off switch The power supply to the machine is switched on or off by turning switch 1. Fig. 7 - 01 Foot switch The following functions are carried out by pressing the pedal 1: Position 1: Engage dart blade Position 2: Start sewing If the machine is equipped with loading plate...
  • Page 14: Control Panel

    Controls Control panel Fig. 7 - 03 Control panel displays .03.01 In the top line the setting is indicated under the symbol concerned. Program number (from 0 to 99) Over-all seam length (in mm) Stitch length (in mm) Loading point/starting point (in mm; no symbol) Speed (in r.p.m.) Piece counter In the bottom line of the display different texts are shown (e.g.
  • Page 15: Mode Keys

    Controls Mode keys .03.02 It is possible to select two different modes on the control panel. The selected mode is indicated by the luminous diode in the corresponding key. SEWING mode INPUT mode Only certain functions can be enabled within each of the selected modes. The red function keys are enabled in the SEWING mode, and the green ones in the INPUT mode.
  • Page 16: Red Function Keys

    Controls Red function keys .03.05 These keys only function in the SEWING mode. Stop program Interrupt sewing program Start program Start sewing program. Continue program after interruption. Cycle seam pattern forwards Cycle seam pattern forwards step by step. Used with the program key this starts an automatic cycle of the seam. Guide blade Extend/retract guide blade.
  • Page 17 Controls Basting stitch seam When this function is enabled (diode lights up) an additional basting seam is sewn. Angular seam When this function is enabled (diode lights up) an angular seam is sewn, i.e. a seam that is not parallel with the end of the fabric. Engaging depth When this function is enabled (diode lights up) up to 40 mm is added to the engaging depth of the guide blade at present in use.
  • Page 18: Control Panel For Quick-Change Of Engaging Depth

    Controls Control panel for quick-change of engaging depth Control panel 1 only functions in the basic position of the machine and in the SEWING mode. Fig. 7 - 04 Control panel B is used for increasing or decreasing the engaging depth of the guide blade in steps of 0.3 mm each for adaption to different material thicknesses (see also Chapter 10.06.02 Correcting the engaging depth).
  • Page 19: Installation And Commissioning

    Installation and commissioning After unpacking, check the machine for transit damage. If any damage is found, report this to the forwarding agent and to the PFAFF agency responsible. The machine must only be installed and commissioned by qualified personnel! All relevant safety regulations must be strictly adhered to!
  • Page 20: Commissioning

    Installation and commissioning Commissioning The machine must only be connected to a suitably earthed socket! Clean the machine thoroughly and check the electric wiring and pneumatic tubes for any damage. Oil the machine, or top up the oil (see Chapter 12, Care and maintenance). Have the machine connected to the electric mains by qualified personnel, making sure that the machine can really...
  • Page 21: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up All instructions and regulations in this manual must be obserbed. Special attention must be given to all safetyl 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 the power supply by turning off the main switch or removing the machine plug from the electric power socket! Inserting the needle...
  • Page 22: Threading The Needle Thread And Regulating The Needle-Thread Tension (Pfaff 3566-2/02)

    Setting up Threading the needle thread and regulating the needle-thread tension (PFAFF 3566-2/02) Length of 7 cm Fig. 9 - 02 Switch on machine. Select SEWING mode. Press threading aid key. Thread needle thread as shown in Fig. 9-02. Regulate needle thread tension by turning knurled nuts 1 and 2.
  • Page 23 Setting up Winding the bobbin thread and regulating the winder tension (PFAFF 3566-3/02) Fig. 9 - 03 Switch on machine. Select SEWING mode. Press threading aid key. Thread needle thread as shown in Fig. 9-03. Regulate needle thread tension by turning knurled nut 1.
  • Page 24: Winding The Bobbin Thread And Regulating The Winder Tension (Pfaff 3566-2/02)

    Setting up Winding the bobbin thread and regulating the winder tension (PFAFF 3566-2/02) Fig. 9 - 04 Place an empty bobbin 1 on winding spindle 2. Thread up as shown in Fig. 9-04 and wind thread clockwise a few times around bobbin 1.
  • Page 25 Setting up Winding the bobbin thread and regulating the winder tension (PFAFF 3566-3/02) Fig. 9 - 05 Place an empty bobbin 1 on winding spindle 2. Thread up as shown in Fig. 9-05 and wind thread clockwise a few times around bobbin 1.
  • Page 26: Bobbin Changing (Pfaff 3566-2/02)

    Setting up Bobbin changing (PFAFF 3566-2/02) Fig. 9 - 06 Switch on machine. Select SEWING mode. Press threading aid key. Remove bobbin case. Open cover 1. Lift latch 2 and remove bobbin case 3. Insert bobbin in bobbin case: Insert bobbin 4 so that it turns clockwise when the thread is pulled.
  • Page 27 Setting up Bobbin changing (PFAFF 3566-3/02) Fig. 9 - 07 Fig. 9 - 08 Switch on machine. Select SEWING mode. Press threading aid key. Remove bobbin case. Open cover. Lift latch 1 and remove bobbin case 3. Insert bobbin in bobbin case: Insert bobbin in bobbin case.
  • Page 28: Changing The Guide Blade ( Pfaff 3566-3/02 )

    Setting up Changing the guide blade Fig. 9 - 09 Switch machine off! Press lever 1 upwards. Remove guide blade 2. To insert, simply reverse this procedure. Changing the work-holder bar Removing the work holder bar: Switch the machine on, then off again, so that work holder bar 1 is set at its basic position.
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Basic Position Of The Guide Blade

    Setting up Adjusting the basic position of the guide blade Fig. 9 - 11 The basic position of guide blade 1 can be set at five different levels in table direction, so that the blade does not have to move through its full stroke for different dart depths.
  • Page 30: Programming

    Programming Programming Brief explanation of inputs The functions selectable in the INPUT mode are either direct functions or menu functions. Direct functions .01.01 Direct functions are needed frequently and can be selected direct with the corresponding key. Program station A Program station B Program selection Automatic program change...
  • Page 31: Table Of Functions In Menu

    Programming Table of functions in menu .01.02 Less frequently needed functions are located at menu level. Here the functions are subdivided into main- and part-functions. INPUT mode (basic condition) 1 - COUNTERS 1 - PIECE COUNTER 2 - BOBBIN THREAD STITCH COUNTER 3 - BOBBIN THREAD PRESET 4 - NEEDLE THREAD MONITOR DELAY 5 - BOBBIN THREAD MONITOR DELAY...
  • Page 32: Description Of The Menu Levels

    Programming Description of the menu levels .01.03 When the INPUT mode is selected, the basic condition is reached. Display: " SELECT FUNCTION, OR SCROLL #250 " The functions can now be scrolled using the plus/minus keys. e.g. Display: " SWITCH FUNCTIONS #560 "...
  • Page 33: Explanation Of The Menu Functions

    Programming INPUT mode 4 - SWITCH FUNCTIONS 1 - THREAD MONITOR 1 - NEEDLE THR. MONITOR 2 - BOBBIN THR. MONITOR 3 - BOBBIN THR. SENSOR 2 - LANGUAGES When the INPUT mode is selected, the BOBBIN THREAD MONITOR function can also be enabled direct by inputting number combination 4-1-2.
  • Page 34 Programming 5 - BOBBIN THREAD MONITOR DELAY For entering a number of stitches in which the bobbin thread monitor is de-activated during sewing start. 6 - NUMBER OF SLOW STARTING STITCHES For entering the number of stitches to be made at reduced speed during sewing start. 7 - CARRIAGE START (NIM = needle in material) needle at t.d.c.
  • Page 35 Programming 3 - SPEEDS In this main function a number of part-functions can be selected for changing different speeds. The settings are changed by pressing the plus/minus keys or the number keys..1 - MAXIMUM SPEED 2 - BACKTACK SPEED 3 - BASTING-SEAM SPEED 4 - SWITCH FUNCTIONS In this main function the user can program a number of machine functions in the part-...
  • Page 36 Programming 6 - SERVICE The part-functions listed in this main function serve for adjustments and tests on the machine by the mechanic. 1 - SEWING MOTOR When this function is enabled the sewing motor can be started by pressing the pro- gram start key or stopped by pressing the program stop key.
  • Page 37 Programming 5 - INDICATION OF INPUTS When this function is enabled the conditions of the inputs are indicated from left to right. The sequence corresponds with the arrangement of the luminous diodes on the terminal strip, beginning at terminal 1. 1 = diode on (low signal) / 0 = diode off (high signal) Terminal Input board...
  • Page 38 Guide blade right Work holder up Airblast on Thread trapper on Thread trapper up Thread trim on (only on PFAFF 3566-2/02) free free Thread tension release on Small-part stop back Brake for engaging depth (only with feed table)
  • Page 39: Entering The Loading Point

    Programming Entering the loading point The loading point can be specified automatically or manually. For waistband pleats, for example, the loading point can be shifted manually so that the seam end is not located at the end of the guide blade. Example of an automatically specified loading point: Seam length (SL) = 100 mm;...
  • Page 40: Making Up And Correcting A Seam Pattern (Sequence)

    Programming Making up and correcting a seam pattern (sequence) Fig. 10 - 04 In the INPUT mode a seam pattern can be made up or edited on control panel 1 using the seam input key. Make sure that engaging quick-change 2 is set at "0", otherwise the inputs may be wrongly read or the machine may be damaged! Set the INPUT mode Press the seam input key.
  • Page 41: Examples Of How To Make Up Seams

    Programming Verify the input with the enter key. The cursor jumps to selection of loading point (LP: AUT). Select manual input of loading point, for example, by pressing the plus key. (LP: MAN). Verify input with the enter key. Input the setting for the loading point according to the length of the guide blade in use (e.g.
  • Page 42: Straight Dart

    Programming Straight dart (angle-seam depth) 101 (angle-seam length) (seam length) 110 (dart length) Fig. 10 - 05 Select the INPUT mode. Press the seam input key (diode lights up). Input the required program number, e.g. 3. Press the enter key. Input the seam length, e.g.
  • Page 43 Programming Accept the basic setting or input a new backtack length, e.g. 9 mm. Press the enter key. Press the key for stitch condensation at end of seam (diode lights up). The cursor first jumps to the input for seam-end condensation length (ESV-LG). Input the length of stitch condensation, e.g.
  • Page 44: Correcting The Engaging Depth

    Programming Curved dart Input higher than preset Input lower than preset Fig. 10 - 06 Input a new angle setting, e.g. 5, in order to obtain a seam pattern corresponding with Fig. 10-06 or accept the preset amount, then press enter key immediately. The input seam pattern is accepted by selecting the SEWING mode.
  • Page 45: Making Waistband Pleats

    Programming Making waistband pleats .06.03 35 mm 30 mm Fig. 10 - 09 Fig. 10 - 10 Select the INPUT mode. Press the seam input key (diode lights up) Input the required program number. Input the seam length, e.g. 35 mm (Fig. 10-09). Input the stitch length.
  • Page 46: Making A Waistband Pleat With Basting Seam

    Programming Making a waistband pleat with basting seam .06.04 12° (basting seam angle) 90 (basting seam length) Fig. 10 - 11 To make a waistband pleat with basting seam, all settings are input as described in Chapter 10.06.03 Making waistband pleats. In addition, the basting seam is input as follows.
  • Page 47: Sequence Programs (Different Darts/Pleats In Sequence)

    Programming Sequence programs (different darts/pleats in sequence) Program numbers 90 to 99 are reserved for sequence programs. In these program numbers up to eight individual programs can be combined in one sequence and processed one after the other later in the SEWING mode. Select the INPUT mode.
  • Page 48: Sewing

    Sewing Sewing The machine must only be operated by personnel who have had the necessary training! Operating personnel must also ensure that only authorized persons are allowed near the danger area of the machine! During the sewing action do not put your hands or fingers between the guide blade and the table top! Danger of injury! Starting the sewing action Requirement: A seam program is entered in a program station and is selected.
  • Page 49: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Clean entire machine ..................... weekly Clean hook area ................... several times daily Clean needle area ................several times daily Check oil level ................daily, before operation Lubricate transverse slide ..................weekly Check air pressure ................. daily, before operation Clean filter of air filter/regulator unit ..............
  • Page 50: Oiling The Machine

    Never let the oil level drop below the lowest mark! Only use an oil with a medium viscosity of 10.0 mm²/s at 40°C and a density of 0.865 g/cm³ at 15°C! We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part No. 280-1-110105. Fig. 12 - 01 Fig. 12- 02 PFAFF 3566-2/02 ( Fig.
  • Page 51: Lubricating The Transverse Slide

    Only use an oil with a medium viscosity of 22.0 mm²/s at 40°C and a density of 0.865 g/cm³ at 15°C! Lubricate transverse slide 1 weeky through the four oiling holes marked red. We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part No. 280-1-110144. 12 - 3...
  • Page 52: Checking And Adjusting The Air Pressure

    Care and maintenance Checking and adjusting the air pressure Check the air pressure on gauge 1 every time before operation. Gauge 1 must show a pressure of 6 bar. If necessary, adjust to this setting. To do so, lift knob 2 and turn it until the guage shows a pressure of 6 bar.
  • Page 53: Making Up Styling Parts

    Making up styling parts Making up styling parts Style-dependent guide blades or work-holder bars are only required for machines without angle-seam system. Making up guide blades for straight, single-pointed darts Fit blank for guide blade on guide blade carrier. Engage guide blade. Mark needle centre on guide blade (Fig.
  • Page 54 Making up styling parts Fig. 13 - 02 Eccentric pin Fig. 13 - 03 13 - 2...
  • Page 55: Making Up Guide Blades For Curved, Pointed Darts

    Making up styling parts Making up guide blades for curved, pointed darts Program dart length + 7 mm and position work-holder bar. Secure blank for guide blade to guide-blade carrier. Engage guide blade and lower work-holder bar. Transfer contour of work-holder bar to guide blade using a scribe (Fig. 13-04). Scribe an intersection 5 mm to the right from the cutout in the wrok-holder bar (Fig.
  • Page 56 Making up styling parts Fig. 13 - 06 Mark intersection ”A” using two radiuses (Fig. 13-07): R1 = dart length AL + 7 mm R2 = half dart length AT + 3 mm. Scribe outer contour of guide blade as shown in Fig. 13-08 and cut out contour. De-burr and polish cut edges.
  • Page 57 Making up styling parts Needle centre Sewing Fig. 13 - 08 Fig. 13 - 09 13 - 5...
  • Page 58 G.M. PFAFF Aktiengesellschaft Postfach 3020 D-67653 Kaiserslautern Königstr. 154 D-67655 Kaiserslautern Telefon: (0631) 200-0 Telefax: (0631) 172 02 Telex: 45753 PFAFF D Gedruckt in der BRD Printed in Germany Imprimé en R.F.A. Impreso en la R.F.A.

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