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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. Keep the instructions at a suitable place close to the machine.
  • Page 3 FOR EUROPE ONLY: This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Sewing settings ............3:4 Embroidery settings ............ 3:5 Introduction Machine information ..........3:5 Buttons and indicators Machine overview Common icons Front side ..............1:8 Rear side ............... 1:9 Top parts ............... 1:9 Sewing mode Accessory tray .............. 1:9 Parts of the embroidery unit ........
  • Page 6 Option bar in embroidery edit feature Stitch Creator ™ ........... 8:6 Zoom options/pan ............8:6 Stitch Creator feature ™ Select hoop ..............8:7 Stitch Creator feature - overview ™ Embroidery text editor ..........8:7 Open and exit Stitch Creator feature ...... 6:3 ™...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction...

  • Page 8: Machine Overview

    Lid with stitch categories Threading slots Thread cutter Sensormatic buttonhole foot socket LED lights Free arm Reverse Reverse indicator Action indicator 18. PFAFF creative Color Needle area ® ™ 10. Thread snips Touch Screen 25. Built-in needle threader 11. Start/stop 19.

  • Page 9: Rear Side

    Rear side 33. Handle 34. IDT ™ system 35. Embroidery unit connection socket Top parts 36. Pre-tension disk for threading and bobbin winding 36 37 37. Bobbin winder thread guide 38. Thread guide 39. Bobbin winder thread guides 40. Bobbin winder thread cutter 41.

  • Page 10: Included Accessories 1:10

    Included accessories Accessories 55. Stylus 56. Thread net (2) 57. Edge guide 58. Felt pad (2) 59. USB embroidery stick 60. Screwdriver 61. Seam ripper 62. Brush 63. Spool cap, large (2) 64. Spool cap, medium 65. Spool cap, small 66.

  • Page 11: Presser Feet

    Presser feet 0A - Standard presser foot for IDT ™ This foot is used mainly for straight stitching and zigzag stitching with a stitch length longer than 1.0mm. 1A - ™ This foot is used for decorative stitches. The groove on the underside of the foot is 2A - When sewing decorative stitches or short zigzag stitches and other utility stitches with less than 1.0mm stitch length, use this foot.

  • Page 12: Stitch Overview 1:12

    Stitch overview Stitch Stitch number Name Description For seaming and topstitching. Select from 37 different needle positions. 1.1.1 Straight stitch Note: This stitch makes a stronger tie-off than stitch 2.1.1. Stretch triple straight 1.1.2 Reinforced seam. Topstitching. stitch 1.1.3 Straight stitch reverse Sew continuous reverse with strong tie-off.
  • 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.
  • Page 14 Decorative eyelet 1.3.10 Decorative buttonhole for jackets. buttonhole Heirloom round 1.3.11 buttonhole with Decorative heirloom buttonhole. pointed tack 1.3.12 Bound buttonhole Foundation stitch for bound buttonhole. 1.3.13 Button sewing Sew on buttons or tacking. Lower the feed dogs. 1.4.1 Decorative eyelet Decorative eyelet for heirloom 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 3.2 Needle art stitches - 3.3 Needle art stitches -...

  • Page 16: Alphabets

    4.2 Decorative stitches - 4.2 Decorative stitches - 4.3 Decorative stitches - Floral and ornamental stitches Floral and ornamental stitches Art stitches 4.3 Decorative stitches - 4.4 Decorative stitches - 4.4 Decorative stitches - Art stitches Fun stitches Fun stitches 5.1 Sewing techniques - 5.2 Sewing techniques - Optional feet stitches...

  • Page 17: Preparations

    Preparations...

  • Page 18: Unpacking 2:2

    Unpacking and lift off the machine carrying case. Remove all other packing material and the plastic bags. Slide off the accessory tray and remove the styrofoam underneath the free arm. Note: Styrofoam left in the accessory tray while sewing may affect stitch quality. The styrofoam is for packing purposes only and should be removed.

  • Page 19: Led Lights 2:3

    Turn the main switch I/O to "O" (C). Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine (B). 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.

  • Page 20: 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 21: Threading The Machine 2:5

    Threading the machine Make sure that the presser foot is raised and the needle is in the up position. 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 22: 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. 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 23: Bobbin Winding 2:7

    Bobbin winding Winding from horizontal position Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin winder spindle, with the logo facing up. Use only the original PFAFF bobbins approved for this model. ® Place the thread spool on the spool pin in horizontal position.

  • Page 24: Inserting The Bobbin 2:8

    Continue threading around (B) and to the right of the thread cutter (C). Replace the cover. Pull the thread to the left to cut. ™ For sewing any fabric precisely the PFAFF ® creative 3.0 sewing and embroidery machine ™...

  • Page 25: Changing The Presser Foot 2:9

    Changing the presser foot Remove presser foot Press the presser foot downwards until it disengages from the presser foot holder. Attach presser foot Line up the pins on the foot with the gap underneath the presser foot holder. Press upwards until the foot snaps into place.

  • Page 26: 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 needles have a slightly rounded point and come in a variety of sizes.

  • Page 27: Threads 2:11

    Threads Stabilizers There are many threads on the market today developed for different purposes. Tear-away stabilizers are used with stable All purpose sewing thread woven fabrics. Place underneath fabric for decorative stitching or hoop with the fabric when All purpose sewing thread is made of synthetic, embroidering.

  • Page 28: Usb Port 2:12

    Make sure that the cover of the USB stick is turned downwards. A PC software package is available for your PFAFF ® creative 3.0 sewing and embroidery machine. It ™ adds following features: •...
  • Page 29 How to Be sure to consult the web site at www.pfaff.com and/or your local authorized PFAFF dealer for ® updates and upgrades for your machine and owner's manual. Updating instructions • Go to the PFAFF website at www.pfaff.com and ®...

  • Page 31: Machine Settings & Buttons 3

    Machine settings & buttons...

  • Page 32: Touch Screen

    Touch screen creative The touch screen on your PFAFF 3.0 sewing and embroidery machine is very easy to work with ® ™ outside the PFAFF creative Color Touch Screen. This touch area will not change its appearance when ® ™...

  • Page 33: Settings Menu

    Calibrate touch screen The touch screen can be calibrated for the individual user. Touch the calibrate touch screen icon to open a creative special view for PFAFF ™ Color Touch ® Screen calibration. Follow the instructions on the Pop-up for lock screen...

  • Page 34: Sewing Settings

    Sewing settings Twin needle Touch the twin needle icon to open a list for twin needle width selections. When a twin needle size is selected, the width of all stitches is limited for that needle size to prevent needle breakage. The setting is kept until you deselect the twin needle width.

  • Page 35: Machine Information

    Designs marked with this symbol are programmed for Cut jump stitches. Cut jump stitches commands can be added to any design using the software package downloaded via PFAFF website (see page 2:12). ® Thread snips for embroidery is automatically activated by default.

  • Page 36: Buttons And Indicators 3:6

    Start/stop Immediate tie-off Stitch restart Presser foot up and extra lift toggle Speed control Presser foot down and pivot toggle Needle up/down Thread snips Reverse indicator Action indicator Reverse button Buttons and indicators You can change the speed limit on your machine. Long touch the speed control button to open a Presser foot up and extra lift toggle pop-up.
  • Page 37 Start/stop Immediate tie-off Stitch restart Presser foot up and extra lift toggle Speed control Presser foot down and pivot toggle Needle up/down Thread snips Reverse indicator Action indicator Reverse button Reverse button Press this button to start or stop the machine For permanent reverse, press the button once before without using the foot control.

  • Page 38: Common Icons 3:8

    Common icons There are some icons and functions that are frequently used on the screen. The most common are described below. Scroll bar Scroll bar Touch and drag the scroll bar to scroll up/down for more available options. Long touch Some icons have increased functions, marked with an arrow at the lower right corner.

  • Page 39: Sewing Mode

    Sewing mode...

  • Page 40: Sewing Mode 4:2

    Sewing mode In sewing mode you can select stitches, adjust and sew them. The selected stitch is shown in actual size in Every mode in the PFAFF creative Color Touch Screen has its own color scheme, to make it easier to ®...

  • Page 41: Selection Menu 4:3

    Selection menu Stitch fonts Stitches To enter selection menu, touch selection menu icon Cancel at the left. The selection menu contains a selection bar at the right with icons for stitches, stitch fonts, When a stitch or font is selected, the selection menu will close automatically.

  • Page 42: Stitch Settings 4:4

    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 will only affect the selected stitch. Your changed settings will be reset to default when selecting another stitch. The changed settings are not automatically saved when turning your machine off.

  • Page 43: Stitch Length

    Stitch length Increase or decrease the stitch length using + and -. Stitch length The number above the control shows stitch length in mm. If lengthening a zigzag stitch or a decorative stitch, the entire stitch will be longer. If lengthening a satin stitch where the density can be adjusted, the entire stitch will be longer but the density will –...

  • Page 44: Thread Tension

    Thread tension Your machine automatically sets the best thread tension for the selected stitch. The thread tension can be adjusted for specialty thread, techniques or fabric. Touch + to increase and - to decrease the needle thread tension. Correct and incorrect thread tension Thread tension For the best stitch appearance and durability make sure the needle thread tension is correctly adjusted,...

  • Page 45: Save To Personal Menu 4:7

    Save to personal menu Save to personal menu To save a stitch, touch the save to personal menu in category 6, personal menu. Each subcategory in the personal menu has 10 positions to save your own stitches or sequences. Choose the subcategory you want to save your stitch in.

  • Page 46: Free-Motion Options 4:8

    A spring foot will raise and lower with each stitch to hold the fabric on the needle plate while the stitch is being formed. Note: Optional spring feet can be purchased at your local authorized PFAFF dealer. ®...
  • Page 47 Sensormatic free-motion Activate to set the machine in Sensormatic free- motion mode for, e.g. Embroidery/Sensormatic free-motion 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 the fabric while sewing.

  • Page 48: Tie-Off Options 4:10

    Tie-off options When touching the tie-off options icon, a foldout opens to let you select three different functions; tie- off beginning, tie-off end and thread snips. When you have activated your settings, you can hide the three icons by touching the tie-off icon on the option bar again.

  • Page 49: Sewing Programs 4:11

    Sewing programs These options let you activate tapering, single stitch and patchwork programs. You can sew without closing this pop-up. Note: Not all programs can be used at the same time. Sewing Tapering program programs Single stitch program Tapering program Patchwork program Tapering increases or decreases the width of the stitch during sewing to create symmetrical or...

  • Page 50: Sequencing 4:12

    Patchwork program 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. Sew your desired seam length and press the reverse button.

  • Page 51: Sewing Techniques 4:13

    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 some types of zippers it is important to sew close to the teeth of the zipper.

  • Page 52: 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.

  • Page 53: Buttonholes

    Buttonholes Buttonholes are found in category 1, subcategory 1.3 in the selection menu. Note: Buttonholes up to 50mm can be sewn using the Sensormatic buttonhole foot 5A. Both sides of the Sensormatic buttonhole are sewn in the same direction for a more even result. Buttonholes over 50mm are sewn manually in four steps with presser foot 5M.
  • Page 54 Manual buttonhole To sew a manual buttonhole, use presser foot 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 When you have adjusted your buttonhole, use the repeat buttonhole function to sew identical copies.

  • Page 55: Sew On A Button

    The machine will sew the program for you. 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 56: Quilting

    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. Attach the straight stitch needle plate (optional accessory, part number 4129643-04) when piecing your quilt.
  • Page 57 Handlook quilting Baste the completed quilt top to the batting and backing. Thread the needle with an invisible matching rayon or cotton thread in the bobbin. Snap on the recommended foot shown in the sewing recommendations view. Engage the IDT system.

  • Page 58: Special Sewing Techniques 4:20

    Free-motion stippling Free-motion options symbol Free-motion stippling adds texture and interest to Free-motion options 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. Set your sewing machine for free-motion sewing with a straight stitch.

  • Page 59: Common Sewing Pop-Ups 4:21

    Common sewing pop-ups Bobbin thread low When the bobbin thread is running low, a pop-up message appears giving you an indication that the bobbin needs to be changed soon. This gives you an opportunity to plan where to stop sewing and change the bobbin.
  • Page 61 Sequencing...

  • Page 62: Sequencing 5:1

    Sequencing You can combine stitches and/or letters and numbers to create sequences. Combine various decorative stitches and stitch fonts from the machine or from an external device. Stitches made in Stitch Creator can also be inserted in a sequence. Sequencing - overview Tie-off command Thread snip command Stop command...

  • Page 63: Open And Exit Sequencing 5:3

    Open and exit sequencing Sequencing can only be used in sewing mode. To open, touch the sequencing icon on the option bar. To close sequencing and sew your created sequence, touch OK in the top right corner in sequenceing window. Note: You can also close sequencing by pressing the foot control or by pressing the start/stop button.

  • Page 64: Sequence Commands

    Insert a stitch or letter Move the cursor where you want to add a stitch or letter. Select the desired stitch you want to insert. It will be placed at the cursor position. stitches You can mirror, adjust length and width or change the density or position of the selected stitch.

  • Page 65: Loading And Sewing A Sequence 5:5

    Loading and sewing a sequence To load the sequence touch OK in the top right corner of the secuencing window. The sequence will be loaded to sewing mode. Note: You can also close sequencing by pressing the foot control or by pressing the start/stop button. In sewing mode it is possible to start sewing anywhere in the sequence.

  • Page 66: Important Sequencing Information 5:6

    Important sequencing information Adjustments made in sewing mode will affect the whole sequence. However, these changes will not be saved if you return to sequencing. To adjust individual stitches in the sequence, return to sequencing. Sequences in Stitch Creator feature ™...
  • Page 67 feature Stitch Creator ™...

  • Page 68: Stitch Creator ™ Feature

    feature Stitch Creator ™ In Stitch Creator feature, 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. You can also insert a built-in stitch, and then edit to create your own version of that stitch. line will help you to create your stitch.

  • Page 69: Start Creating - Add A Stitch Or Stitch Point

    Open and exit Stitch Creator feature ™ To open, just touch the Stitch Creator feature icon ™ on the option bar. To close Stitch Creator ™ feature and sew your created stitch or combination, touch OK in the top right corner of the screen. Note: If 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 70: Duplicate Selected Stitch Point

    Duplicate selected stitch point Duplicate New stitch point If you want to duplicate a stitch point(s), select the Triple stitch stitch point(s) and use the duplicate icon to create a copy. If several stitch points are selected, all stitch points will be duplicated and inserted after the marked stitch point.

  • Page 71: Touch Functions

    Touch functions Use your stylus to make changes directly on screen can pan and move depending on which touch function is activated. You can also use the arrows in the wheel to make precise adjustments. Move You can move the selected stitch or stitch points using your stylus on the screen or touch the arrows in the wheel.

  • Page 72: Loading And Sewing A Stitch

    Loading and sewing a stitch To sew the created stitch touch OK in the top right corner in the Stitch Creator feature window. The ™ 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 feature, your created ™...

  • Page 73: Embroidery Mode – Preparations

    Embroidery mode – preparations...
  • Page 74 overview (type BE16) A Embroidery unit release button Level adjusting feet Embroidery unit socket D Embroidery hoop connection assembly When removing the embroidery unit Embroidery arm the shipping brace on the underside of the embroidery unit has been removed. overview Embroidery hoop connector G Outer hoop H Inner hoop...
  • Page 75 Built-in designs More than 150 designs are included in the memory in your machine. creative ™ Page through the creative ™ 3.0 Embroidery collection for all built-in designs and fonts. The design number, stitch count (number of stitches in the design) and the design size are displayed next to each design.

  • Page 76: To Hoop The Fabric

    To hoop the fabric For the best embroidery results, place a layer of stabilizer beneath the fabric. When hooping stabilizer and fabric make sure that they are smooth and securely hooped. Open the quick release (A) on the outer hoop. Remove the inner hoop.
  • Page 77 Getting started embroidering Designs After attaching the embroidery unit and embroidery foot, insert a bobbin with lightweight bobbin thread. Note: Make sure that the IDT ™ system is disengaged. Touch embroidery mode icon to go to Embroidery edit. To select a built-in design, open the selection menu and touch the designs icon.
  • Page 78 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. The default setting is on. To turn it off, go to the Settings menu, Embroidery settings and deselect Cut jump stitches.

  • Page 79: Embroidery Mode – Edit

    Embroidery mode – edit...
  • Page 80 Touch the Embroidery mode icon to enter Embroidery edit. If you turn on the machine with the embroidery unit attached, Embroidery Edit will be opened automatically. In Embroidery edit you can adjust, combine, save and delete designs. You do not need to have the embroidery unit connected to your overview Touch function - Move Touch function - Scale...

  • Page 81: Selection Menu

    Selection menu In Embroidery mode the selection menu contains a selection bar at the right with options for designs, Select one of the options in the selection bar to Embroidery fonts access the menus. When a design or font is selected, Designs the selection menu will close automatically.

  • Page 82: Touch Functions

    Touch functions Move Wheel You can use your stylus to make adjustments directly on screen, by touching and dragging in the depending on which touch function is active. You Move When move is active, you can move the design(s) above the wheel show in millimeters how far the design has been moved from the center of the hoop, Original size both horizontally and vertically.

  • Page 83: Select Design

    Select design When loading a design into Embroidery edit, the design is selected by default. If you load another design, the last loaded design will be selected. The select design icon will automatically be activated Everytime you touch the select designs icon, you will select the next design in the order in which they were loaded.

  • Page 84: Zoom Options/Pan

    To the right of the screen you have an option bar where you can save, zoom, select hoop, edit an Zoom options/pan embroidery text and toggle to Embroidery stitch- out. Select hoop Embroidery text editor Embroidery stitch-out Cancel open where you can select where to save your or to an USB device.

  • Page 85: Select Hoop

    To select the correct hoop size, touch the hoop selection icon. A foldout will appear with the hoop choices, including hoops that are available to purchase from your authorized PFAFF dealer. Use ® the scroll bar to view more available hoops.
  • Page 86 pop-ups Remove hoop This pop-up will appear when a function has been chosen that forces the embroidery unit to move outside the limits for the attached hoop. In order for the embroidery arm to move freely, remove the hoop and then touch OK. To abort the function touch Cancel.

  • Page 87: Embroidery Mode – Stitch-Out

    Embroidery mode – stitch-out...

  • Page 88: Speed Control

    To enter To embroider your design(s), enter Embroidery stitch-out. Make sure the embroidery unit is connected before entering Embroidery stitch-out. overview Speed control symbol Basting Monochrome Crosshair Basic precise positioning Step stitch by stitch Zoom options/pan Thread tension Hoop position Color block list Return to Embroidery edit...

  • Page 89: Crosshair

    Crosshair Crosshair Basting When embroidering, a crosshair indicates current needle position on the screen. Basting 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.

  • Page 90: Option Bar

    The current stitch in the current color block is shown next to the color block symbol. The number in brackets shows the total number of stitches in the current color block. The current stitch in the design or combination is brackets shows the total number of stitches in the design or combination.

  • Page 91: Zoom Options/Pan

    Zoom in Touch the zoom options/pan icon to open a foldout with zoom options. Use the + and - icons to zoom in be shown in percent. Pan is always active. Zoom to box lets you decide how much and where to zoom in the embroidery area.

  • Page 92: Color Block List

    Bobbin position To make it easier to change the bobbin, touch bobbin position. The hoop will move backwards, allowing you to open the bobbin cover and replace the empty bobbin. Cut position Cut position will move the hoop towards you making it easier to cut jump stitches and trim fabric when embroidering, e.g.

  • Page 93: How To Use Basic Precise Positioning

    How to use 1. Locking point basic precise positioning To select locking point the green crosshair where you would like the locking point to be in your embroidery. The locking point is a point on the design on the screen that you want to match to a point on the fabric in the hoop.

  • Page 94: Corner Icons

    Corner icons Use the corner icons to set the locking point in a corner of the design. This is the easiest and most precise way since the connecting point will be automatically placed exactly in the corner. This is useful when positioning a design on a patterned fabric.
  • Page 95 Common stitch-out pop-ups 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 correct embroidery presser foot.
  • Page 96 Cut the thread end and press start/stop to continue embroidering. Change to Cutwork Needle ( Some cutwork designs can be stitched out using the optional accessory PFAFF Embroidery Cutwork ® Needle Kit, (P/N 820 945-096). These designs...

  • Page 98: File Formats

    memory or an external device connected to your machine for storing. overview Move up one folder level USB device (only enabled when a device is connected) Create new folder List/thumbnail view Copy Paste File formats • .SHV, .DHV, .VP3, .VIP, .HUS, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .10* and .DST Available In the built-in memory you can store designs, fonts...

  • Page 99: Open A Folder

    Browse of the screen. customized designs. USB device You can explore an USB device connected to the Create new folder USB device USB-port. The USB device icon is only enabled Selection menu when a device is connected. Touch the USB device to display the content in the selection area.

  • Page 100: Organize

    Organize Create a new folder Touch the create new folder icon to create a new folder. A pop-up opens to enter a name for your folder. folder. Touch paste. Delete Paste Copy folder. Touch paste. Delete a Create new folder touch the delete icon.
  • Page 101 Maintenance...

  • Page 102: 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 103: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting For further information please contact your local authorized PFAFF dealer who will be happy to help you. ® General problems Bobbin alarm does not work? Clean lint from bobbin area and use only the original PFAFF bobbins approved for this model.
  • Page 104 Check the bobbin thread. Is the needle plate hole damaged? Change the needle plate. Is the bobbin area full of lint? Clean lint from bobbin area and use only the original PFAFF ® bobbins approved for this model. Is the bobbin wound correctly? Wind a new bobbin as described in chapter 2.

  • Page 105: Index

    INDEX Attaching the Sensormatic buttonhole foot ..... 4:15 Corded buttonhole............... 4:16 Manual buttonhole .............. 4:16 Repeat a manual buttonhole ..........4:16 Sensormatic buttonhole ............4:15 Accessories ..............1:9, 1:10 Button ruler ................ 1:8 Accessory tray ............. 1:9, 2:3, 7:3 Buttons and indicators ............. 3:6 Action indicator ............

  • Page 106: Embroidery Unit Overview

    Crazy patch stitches ............1:15 Crazy quilt stitching ............4:19 Create a new folder ............10:4 Edge guide ............... 1:10 Create a sequence .............. 5:3 Elastic blindhem stitch ........... 4:14 Create new folder ..........8:6, 10:2, 10:4 Embroidery arm ............1:9, 7:2 creative 3.0 Embroidery collection .......

  • Page 107: Intellectual Property

    Locking point .............. 9:4, 9:7 Lock screen ................. 3:3 Long touch ................. 3:8 Getting started embroidering .......... 7:5 Lower feed dogs ..............2:9 Grid ..................6:2 Lower feed dogs recommendation ......... 4:8 Handle ................1:9 Machine information ............3:5 Handlook quilting ............4:19 Machine needs to rest ..........
  • Page 108 Patchwork program ..........4:12, 4:18 Remove presser foot ............2:9 ........4:3, 7:5, 8:3, 10:2-10:4 Remove Sensormatic buttonhole foot ......4:21 ............8:6 Remove the embroidery unit ........... 7:3 PFAFF creative Color Touch Screen ......1:8 ® ™ Rename ................8:6 Piecing the quilt top ............

  • Page 109: Slide On/Off The Hoop

    Select design ..............8:2, 8:5 Vertical position ..............2:4 Spring foot free-motion ............ 4:8 Selected stitch number ............. 4:2 Stabilizer recommended ..........4:2 Select hoop ............8:2, 8:6, 8:7 Stabilizers ................. 2:11 Selection menu........3:2, 4:3, 7:5, 8:3, 10:3 Standard presser foot with IDT system 0A ....
  • Page 110 Thread manufacturer ............9:6 Thread net ................ 1:10 Threads ................2:11 Zipper foot with IDT system 4 ........1:11 ™ Thread sensor ..............2:6 Zippers, sewing ............... 4:13 Thread snips............1:8, 3:7, 4:10 Zoom in ............... 8:6, 9:5 Thread snips command ..........5:2, 5:4 Zoom options/pan ......
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