User manual PFAFF 1070S

[. . . ] To ensure that you are always provided with the most modern sewing capabilities, the manufacturer reserves the right to change the appearance, design or accessories of this sewing machine when considered necessary. Thread tension dial Thread take-up lever Thread cutter Presser foot Needle plate Removable extension table/ accessory storage Reverse sewing lever Bobbin stopper Stitch width dial Stitch length dial Pattern selector dial One step buttonhole lever Automatic threader 14. Horizontal spool pin Bobbin winding spindle Hole for second spool pin Handwheel Power and light switch Main plug socket Bobbin thread guide Upper thread guide Face plate Handle Presser foot lifter Foot speed control Power cord Accessories a. All purpose foot Zipper foot Buttonhole foot Button sewing foot Seam ripper/ brush Edge/ quilting guide g. [. . . ] - A balanced tension (identical stitches both top and bottom) is usually only desirable for straight stitch construction sewing. - For zig zag and decorative sewing stitch functions, thread tension should generally be less than for straight stitch sewing. - For all decorative sewing you will always obtain a nicer stitch and less fabric puckering when the upper thread appears on the bottom side of your fabric. 1 2 A B C D 34 GB / IE Threading the Machine Threading the Upper Thread 6 4 3 2 1 This is a simple operation but it is important to carry out correctly as by not doing so several sewing problems could result. - Start by raising the needle to its highest point (1), and continue turning the handwheel counterclockwise until the needle just slightly begins to descend. Note: For safety, it is strongly suggested you turn off the power before threading. Place the spool of thread on the holder with the thread coming off the spool as shown. For small thread spools, place small side of spool holder next to spool. (2) - Draw thread from spool through the upper thread guide (3) and pulling thread through pre-tension spring as illustrated. (4) 1 2 8 7 5 - Thread tension module by leading thread down right channel and up left channel. (5) During this process it is helpful to hold the thread between the spool and thread guide. Turn the Stitch Length Dial, and the length of the individual stitches will decrease as the dial approached "0". The length of the individual stitches will increase as the dial approaches "4". Generally speaking, use a longer stitch length when sewing heavier weight fabrics or when using a thicker needle or thread. Use a shorter stitch length when sewing lighter weight fabrics or when using a finer needle or thread. 38 GB / IE Sewing Sewing Straight Stitch To begin sewing, set the machine for straight stitch. Place the fabric under the presser foot with the fabric edge lined up with the desired seam guide line on the needle plate. (1) Lower the presser foot lifter, and then step on the foot controller to start sewing. (2) 1 2 Reverse Sewing / Removing the Work / Cutting the Thread Reverse sewing To secure the beginning and the end of a seam, press down the reverse sewing lever (A). (1) Removing the work Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to bring the thread take up lever to its highest position, raise the presser foot and remove work behind the needle and presser foot. (2) Cutting the thread Pull the threads under and behind the presser foot. Guide the threads to the side of the face plate and into thread cutter (B). [. . . ] (A) PUSH A A B The inside of the removable extension table can be utilized as an accessory box. (1) Attaching the presser foot Lower the presser foot shank (b) until the cut-out (c) is directly above the pin (d). Lower the presser foot shank (b) and the presser foot (f) will engage automatically. Attaching the edge/ quilting guide Attach the edge/ quilting guide (g) in the slot as illustrated. [. . . ]