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INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual applies to machines from the following serial numbers onwards: # 6 500 120 296-12-19 195/002 Betriebsanleitung engl. 05.12...
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As an alternative to the internet download the adjustment manual can also be ordered in book form under part no. 296-12-19 196/002. The reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF Instruction Manuals, whether in whole or in part, is only permitted with our previous authorization and with written reference to the source.
Key for setting stitch length ....................17 Swing out roller presser ....................... 18 Control panel (Option) ......................18 Edge trimmer -725/04 for 571 ....................19 Edge trimmer -725/04 for 574 and 591 ................20 Installation and commissioning ..................21 Installation ..........................21 .01.01...
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Removing/Inserting the bobbin case ................... 33 Threading the bobbin case/Adjusting the bobbin thread tension ......... 33 Threading the needle thread and regulating its tension on model 571 and 591 ....34 Threading the needle thread and regulating its tension on model 574 ........ 35 Setting the stitch length .......................
Safety Safety Directives This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations contained in the conformity and manufacturer’s declarations. In addition to this Instruction Manual, also observe all generally accepted, statutory and other regulations and legal requirements and all valid environmental protection regulations! The regionally valid regulations of the social insurance society for occupational accidents or other supervisory organizations are to be strictly adhered to! General notes on safety...
● It is the obligation of the user to ensure that none of the safety mechanisms are removed or deactivated. ● It is the obligation of the user to ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine. Further information can be obtained from your PFAFF agent.
Safety Operating and specialist personnel Operating personnel .05.01 Operating personnel are persons responsible for the equipping, operating and cleaning of the machine as well as for taking care of problems arising in the sewing area. The operating personnel is required to observe the following points and must: ●...
Safety Gefahrenhinweise A working area of 1 m must be kept free both in front of and behind the machi- ne, so that easy access is possible at all times. Never put your hands or fi ngers 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 fl...
Proper use Proper use The PFAFF 571 is a single needle, high-speed post bed sewing machine (post to the left of the needle) with driven feed wheel and roller presser and synchronized needle. The PFAFF 574 is a two-needle, high-speed post bed sewing machine with driven feed...
Emission sound level at the workplace at appropriate speed (Noise measurement in accordance with DIN 45 635-48-A-1, ISO 11204, ISO 3744, ISO 4871) ■ PFAFF 571 and 591, model B at a speed of 2400 spm.: ........L = 79 dB(A) ■...
Model thicknesss (Nm) ness in 1/100 system system system ▲ max. synthetic for PFAF 571 for PFAF 574 for PFAF 591 40/3 15/3 ▲ or similar strengths of other types of thread Possible models and subclasses Model B ................For sewing medium-weight materials Model C ................
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 materials. The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper. ●...
Transportation, packing and storage Transportation, packing and storage Transportation to customer‘s premises The 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)
Controls Controls On/off switch ● The power supply to the machine is swit- ched on or off by turning switch 1. Fig. 7 - 01 Keys on the machine head (only for machines with -911/..) ● As long as key 1 is pressed during sewing, the machine sews in reverse.
Controls Pedal Neutral position +1 = Sewing -1 = Raise roller presser (on machines with -910/..) -2 = Trim sewing threads (on machines with -900/..) Fig. 7 - 03 Lever for lifting roller presser ● The roller presser can be raised by tur- ning lever 1.
Controls Knee lever ● The roller presser can be raised by pres- sing the knee lever 1 in the direction of the arrow. Fig. 7 - 05 Key for setting stitch length ● The stitch length is set by pressing key 1 and turning the balance wheel (see Chap- ter 9.07 Setting the stitch length).
Controls Swing out roller presser ● When the roller presser is raised, it can be swung out by pulling it lightly down- wards. Fig. 7 - 07 Control panel (Option) The description can be found in the separate instruction manual for the control motor.
Controls Edge trimmer -725/04 for 571 Keep your hands away from the moving knife! Danger of injury! Switch on knife drive: ● Move lever 1 backwards. The knife moves into operating position. Switch off knife drive: ● Press lever 1. The knife swings back- wards.
Controls Edge trimmer -725/04 for 574 and 591 Fig. 7 - 10 Keep your hands away from the moving knife! Danger of injury! Switch on knife drive: ● Move lever 1 backwards. The knife moves into operating position. Switch off knife drive: ●...
Installation and commissioning Installation and commissioning The machine must only be mounted and commissioned by qualifi ed personnel! All relevant safety regulations are to be observed! If the machine is delivered without a table, it must be ensured that the frame and the table top which you intend to use can hold the weight of the machine and the motor.
Installation and commissioning Fitting the tilt lock .01.02 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury if the machine is the machine is started acci- dentally! ● Screw on the tilt lock 1, provided in the accessories, using screw 2. Do not operate the machine wi- thout tilt lock 1.
Installation and commissioning Mounting the fl ange motor Mounting the fl ange motor to the bearing plate .02.01 Fig. 8 - 04 ● Attach bearing plate 1 to motor 2 with screws 3 as shown in Fig. 8 - 04. ●...
Installation and commissioning Mounting the toothed belt and adjusting the tension .02.03 Fig. 8 - 06 ● In this position fi t toothed belt 1. ● Swing the bearing plate 2 of the motor, so that the toothed belt is tensioned. ●...
Installation and commissioning Connecting the plug-in connections and earth cables Fig. 8 - 08 ● Connect all plug connections as described in the operations manual of the drive ● The following ground cables must be attached in order to discharge static electricity. ●...
Installation and commissioning Connecting the safety switch ● Connect plug 1 of safety switch 2 as shown in Fig. 8-09. When the sewing head is tilted back, the safety switch pre- vents the machine starting when the main switch is on. Fig.
Installation and commissioning Fitting the reel stand ● Fit the reel stand as shown in Fig. 8-10. ● Afterwards insert the stand in the hole in the table top and secure it with the nuts provided. Fig. 8 -10 Commissioning ●...
Chapter Selecting the User Level in the separate Control Panel Instruction Manual. ● Select parameter "799" by pressing the corresponding +/- keys. ● Check whether the value on the 571 and 591 is set at "4" and on the 574 at "6" and alter if necessary.
Installation and commissioning On machines with drive system MD-4-57-220-CE .09.02 ● Press and hold button and switch on machine ● Parameter 176 is displayed. ● Call up parameter 181. ● Call up input level. ● Sew three stitchs with the pedal function. ●...
Installation and commissioning Reload the saved parameter values (Drive MD-4-57-220-CE) ● Press and hold button and switch on machine. ● Call up parameter 132. ● Confi rm entry. ● Call up memory position (0, 1, 2, 3 or 4). ● Press and hold button until "Lo Ad.ot" is displayed for a moment. The values are now saved.
Setting up Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension Fig. 9 - 02 ● Place an empty bobbin 1 onto bobbin shaft 2. ● Thread the bobbin in accordance with Fig. 9-02 and wind it anti-clockwise around bobbin 1 a few times. ●...
Setting up Removing/Inserting the bobbin case Switch the machine off! Danger of injury if the machine is started accidentally! Removing the bobbin case: ● Open the post cap. ● Raise latch 1 and remove bobbin case 2. Inserting the bobbin case: ●...
● Tilt up the eye guard 1. ● Thread the needle thread as shown in Fig. 9-05. ● On model 571 the needle is threaded from the right to the left, and on model 591 from the left to the right.
Setting up Threading the needle thread and regulating its tension on model 574 129-038 Fig. 9 - 06 Switch the machine off! Danger of injury if the machine is started accidentally! ● Tilt up the eye guard 1. ● Thread both needle threads as shown in Fig. 9-06. ●...
Setting up Setting the stitch length Fig. 9 - 07 ● Press key 1 and at the same time turn the balance wheel until the stitch setter clicks into position. ● Hold down key 1 and turn the balance wheel to and fro until the stitch length required is shown on the scale 2 opposite the bottom edge 3 of the belt guard recess.
Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Servicing and maintenance intervals Clean ............daily, more frequently if in continuous operation Oil level (thread lubrication/hook lubrication) ..........daily, before use Oil the hook ....................daily, before use Lubricate the bevel gears ..................once a year Check/adjust air pressure ................daily, before use Clean air fi...
● If required refi ll oil through hole. Use only oil with a mean viscosity of 22.0 mm /s at 40°C and a density of 0.865 g/cm 15°C. We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil Best.-Nr. 280-1-120 144. Fig. 10 - 04...
Use both hands to set the sewing head upright! Danger of crushing between the sewing head and the table top! We recommend PFAFF sodium grease with a dripping point of approx. 150° C, Order No. 280-1-120 243.
There must always be oil in re- servoir 1. ● If required refi ll oil through hole. We recommend PFAFF thread lubricating oil, Order No. 280-1-120 217. Fig. 10 - 06 Parameter settings Parameter settings are described in the separate operations manual for...
Tack, ON = ornamental tack (stitch-in-stitch) A, B, C ON - OFF OFF = standard tack Maximum speed for ornamental tack B, C 300 - 2000 571, 591 1000 Actual speed value in display B, C ON - OFF Minimum speed B, C 120 - 800 ▲...
Care and maintenance Parameter list for control MD-4-57-220-CE .07 .02 ▲ Maximum speed Speed at seam start for front backtack 1000 Speed at seam end for end backtack 1000 Speed for Tack 1000 Speed for ornamental tack 1500 Typ for start tack A = standard tack, SD = ornamental tack (stitch-in-stitch) Backtack compensation section A Backtack compensation section B...
Table top cutout Table top cutout and tilted work base Table top cutout (on machines with drive MJ-0-00-215-CE) 16,5 25,3 25,3 (2x) (2x) +0,2 24,5 +0,2 +0,5 24,5 +0,5 (4x) Table top cutout (on machines with drive MJ-0-00-215-CE P44 PD and MD-4-57-220-CE) 25,3 25,3 (2x)
A detailed parts list for the complete machine is included with the accessories. In case of loss, the parts list can be downloaded from the internet address www.pfaff-industrial.com/pfaff/de/service/downloads As an alternative to the internet download the parts lists can also be ordered in book form under part no.