User manual PFAFF CREATIVE 2170 PREPARATIONS

[. . . ] PREPARATIONS Operating Instructions Voltage Switch 220 - 240V / 120V The sewing machine is set to the voltage 220 - 240V. To change the voltage to 120V (US/Canada), you must set the voltage switch on the underside of the machine to 120 V. If you are unsure of the correct voltage for your country, please check with your authorized Pfaff sewing machine dealer or local electrical authorities before plugging in your machine. Electrical connection Connect the lead cord between the socket of the sewing machine and the wall outlet. Preparations 2:2 For the USA and Canada: This sewing machine has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. [. . . ] Opening (D) of the bobbin case must face upwards. Check: Pull the bobbin thread sharply. The bobbin case must not fall out of the hook. 2:12 Correct top tension - How to get it This machine will automatically preset the tension for different types of stitches. Depending on what type of fabric and threads you are using, manual adjustments might be needed. If you find that the bobbin thread is visible on the top side of the fabric or that the top thread is visible on the underside of the fabric, you need to adjust the thread tension. Press the thread tension icon (A), + and - to set the required amount of the needle thread tension. Your adjustments will be reset when you select a new stitch or design. A Thread tension For the best stitch appearance and durability make sure the needle thread tension is correctly adjusted, i. e. The following is valid for general sewing work: Preparations Bobbin thread is visible on the top side of the fabric: The needle thread tension is too tight. The needle thread tension must be reduced. Top thread is visible on the underside of the fabric: The needle thread tension is too loose. For decorative stitches and buttonholes the top thread should be visible on the underside of the fabric. 2:13 Threading the needle Raise the presser foot. Place the thread on the spool pin and fit a spool cap of the right size. Using both hands, pull the thread into the thread guide (A) from front to back. Place the thread from the right underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B). Pull the thread around the stop (C) in the right-hand threading slot and upwards to the take-up lever (E). The thread must be pulled fully into the take-up lever from left to right. Pull the thread from the side behind one of the two thread guides (D). To thread the needle, please refer to the next section. Note: When sewing always place the thread underneath the bobbin winder thread guide (B). B A E Preparations C D Needle threader In order to make threading of the needle easier and quicker the Pfaff needle threader is built-in. If you press the creative Assistant while you are on the Main menu you will get general information about the machine. If you touch the icon within a stitch, the direct help function is launched. It provides you with information about what foot to use etc. Machine Assistant A When you are in the creative Assistant you can reach the Machine Assistant function by pressing the Machine Assistant icon (B). The Machine Assistant gives you information on how to use the machine. You can among other things, find instructions on how to thread the needle, wind a bobbin, change the presser foot, change the light bulb, and fit the embroidery hoop to the machine. [. . . ] Connect the cable to a port on your computer then insert the card in one of the card drives in your sewing machine. Read the instructions, then touch OK to prepare your Pfaff creative 2170 for updating. Yet another pop-up appears telling you that the machine is waiting for data. Click on the Update sewing machine icon on the computer to start the update. [. . . ]