Pfaff 3822-1/32 User manual

Instruction Manual
296-12-18 412/002
Betriebsanleitung engl. 10.2002
3822-1/32; -1/34
3822-1/42; -1/44
This instruction manual applies to machines from the
following serial numbers onwards:
# 2207516

Reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF instruction manuals, whether in whole or in part,
is not permitted without our prior permission and not without written indication of the
source.
PFAFF Industrie Maschinen AG
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Königstr. 154
D-67655 Kaiserslautern
Editing/illustrations
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This instruction manual applies to all versions and subclasses listed under
"Specifications".

Index
Contents ................................................................................. Chapter - Page
1Safety ........................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
1.01 Directives ..................................................................................................................... 1 - 1
1.02 General notes on safety ............................................................................................... 1 - 1
1.03 Safety symbols ............................................................................................................ 1 - 2
1.04 Important points for the user ....................................................................................... 1 - 2
1.05 Operating and specialist personnel .............................................................................. 1 - 3
1.05.01 Operating personnel ..................................................................................................... 1 -3
1.05.02 Specialist personnel ..................................................................................................... 1- 3
1.06 Danger .......................................................................................................................... 1 - 4
2Proper use ................................................................................................................... 2 - 1
3Specifications ............................................................................................................. 3 - 1
4Disposal of Machine ................................................................................................... 4 - 1
5Transportation, packing and storage ........................................................................ 5 - 1
5.01 Transportation to customer's premises ...................................................................... 5 - 1
5.02 Transportation inside the customer's premises .......................................................... 5 - 1
5.03 Disposal of packing materials ...................................................................................... 5 - 1
5.04 Storage ......................................................................................................................... 5 - 1
6Explanation of symbols .............................................................................................. 6 - 1
7Controls ....................................................................................................................... 7- 1
7.01 Main switch..................................................................................................................7- 1
7.02 Pedal ............................................................................................................................. 7 - 1
7.03 Presser bar lifter .......................................................................................................... 7- 2
7.04 Knee Switch..................................................................................................................7- 2
7.05 Left knee switch .......................................................................................................... 7 - 3
7.06 Left knee switch .......................................................................................................... 7 - 3
7.07 Keyboard ....................................................................................................................... 7 - 4
7.08 Graphics operating panel .............................................................................................. 7 - 5
7.08.01 Display.......................................................................................................................... 7 - 5
7.08.02 Operational mode keys ................................................................................................ 7 - 6
7.08.03 Function keys ............................................................................................................... 7 - 6
7.08.04 Number keys ................................................................................................................ 7 - 6
8Installation and commissioning ................................................................................ 8 - 1
8.01 Installation .................................................................................................................... 8 - 1
8.01.01 Adjusting the table height............................................................................................. 8 - 1
8.01.02 Tensioning the v-belt .................................................................................................... 8- 2
8.01.03 Fitting the top V-belt guard ........................................................................................... 8 - 2
8.01.04 Fitting the lower belt guard .......................................................................................... 8 - 3
8.01.05 Assembling and fitting the reel stand .......................................................................... 8 - 3
8.02 Commissioning ............................................................................................................. 8 - 4
8.03 Switching the machine on/off ...................................................................................... 8 - 4

Index
Contents ................................................................................. Chapter - Page
9Setting up .................................................................................................................... 9 -1
9.01 Inserting the needle ...................................................................................................... 9 - 1
9.02 Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension ............................................ 9 - 2
9.03 Removing/inserting the bobbin case ............................................................................ 9 - 3
9.04 Threading the bobbin case, adjusting the thread tension ............................................ 9 - 3
9.05 Threading the needle thread ......................................................................................... 9 - 4
9.06 Adjusting the needle-thread tension ............................................................................. 9 - 4
9.07 Fullness input ............................................................................................................... 9 - 5
9.08 Selecting the language (only on machines with graphics operating panel) ................. 9 - 5
10 Sewing ....................................................................................................................... 10 -1
10.01 Machines without graphics control panel (Manual Sewing) ...................................... 10 - 1
10.02 Machines with graphics control panel ....................................................................... 10 - 1
10.02.01 Manual sewing with one amount of fullness (program number 0) ............................ 10 - 1
10.02.02 Manual sewing of 2 amounts of fullness alternately (program number 1) ............... 10 - 3
10.02.03 Programmed sewing (program numbers 2 – 200) ..................................................... 10 - 4
10.02.04 Program interruption .................................................................................................. 10 - 5
10.02.05 Error messages .......................................................................................................... 10- 6
11 Input (only on machines with graphics operating panel) ..................................... 11 - 1
11.01 Overview of the functions in the operational mode INPUT ....................................... 11 - 1
11.01.01 Overview of the functions in the input menu ............................................................ 11 - 2
11.01.02 Selection of functions from the input menu .............................................................. 11 - 2
11.01.03 Explanation of the functions in input menu................................................................ 11 - 4
11.02 Input and alteration of seam programs .........................................................................11 - 8
11.02.01 Teach In .......................................................................................................................11 - 8
11.02.02 Programming / Alterations ............................................................................................11 - 10
11.03 Examples for programming a seam..............................................................................11 - 10
11.03.01 Programming by direct input of number of stitches and fullness ...................................11 - 12
11.03.02 Programming using the teach-in method ......................................................................11 - 16
12 Care and Maintenance .............................................................................................. 12 - 1
12.01 Cleaning the machine ................................................................................................. 12 - 1
12.02 Oil level of the machine ............................................................................................. 12 - 2
12.03 Lubricating the top feed joints ................................................................................... 12 - 2
12.04 Checking the air pressure .......................................................................................... 12 - 3
12.05 Emptying/cleaning the water container of the air filter/regulator .............................. 12 - 3
13 Adjustment ................................................................................................................ 13 - 1
13.01 Notes on adjustment .................................................................................................. 13 - 1
13.02 Tools, gauges and other accessories......................................................................... 13 - 1
13.03 Abbreviations.............................................................................................................. 13- 1
13.04 Control and adjustment aids ...................................................................................... 13 - 2
13.05 Adjusting the basic machine ................................................................................... 13 - 3
13.05.01 Adjusting the synchronizer ......................................................................................... 13 - 3
13.05.02 Preliminary adjustment of the needle height .................................................................13 - 4

Index
Contents ................................................................................. Chapter - Page
13.05.03 Needleinneedle-holecentre .........................................................................................13 - 5
13.05.04 Neutral position of the bottom feed dog ........................................................................13 - 6
13.05.05 Play of the feed reverse key .........................................................................................13 - 7
13.05.06 Feeding motion of the bottom feed dog ........................................................................13 - 8
13.05.07 Lifting motion of the bottom feed dog ...........................................................................13 - 9
13.05.08 Height of the bottom feed dog ......................................................................................13 - 10
13.05.09 Clearance between presser foot and needle plate.........................................................13 - 11
13.05.10 Stop in relation to the presser foot ................................................................................13 - 12
13.05.11 Top feed driving and connecting lever ...........................................................................13 -13
13.05.12 Neutral position of the top feed dog ..............................................................................13 -14
13.05.13 Feeding motion of the top feed dog...............................................................................13 - 15
13.05.14 Front linkage rod to top feed drive .................................................................................13 - 16
13.05.15 Top feed stroke.............................................................................................................13 -17
13.05.16 Lifting motion of the top feed dog .................................................................................13 - 18
13.05.17 Stitchlengthadjustment ...............................................................................................13 - 19
13.05.18 Stitchlength limitation ..................................................................................................13 - 20
13.05.19 Basic setting of the differential adjustment device........................................................13 - 21
13.05.20 Lifting height of presser foot with automatic presser foot lift.........................................13 - 22
13.05.21 Eccentric hook shaft bearing and hook-to-needle clearance ..........................................13 - 23
13.05.22 Needle bar rise, readjustment of the needle height and bobbin case position stop ...................13 - 24
13.05.23 Bobbinopenerheight ....................................................................................................13 - 25
13.05.24 Adjustmentofthe bobbin opener ..................................................................................13 - 26
13.05.25 Bobbin case opener ......................................................................................................13 - 27
13.05.26 Needlethreadtensionrelease .......................................................................................13 - 28
13.05.27 Thread check spring .....................................................................................................13 - 29
13.05.28 Bobbinwinder ..............................................................................................................13 - 30
13.05.29 Position of the top feed dog in relation to the sewing foot .............................................13 - 31
13.05.30 Top feed dog and sewing foot pressure ........................................................................13 - 32
13.05.31 Stitchcondensation ......................................................................................................13 - 33
13.06 Adjusting the thread trimmer .................................................................................. 13 - 34
13.06.01 Pre-adjusting the control cam .................................................................................... 13 - 34
13.06.02 Roller lever ................................................................................................................. 13 - 35
13.06.03 Pawl ............................................................................................................................ 13 - 36
13.06.04 Engaging solenoid ....................................................................................................... 13-37
13.06.05 Release lever .............................................................................................................. 13 - 38
13.06.06 Engaging lever ............................................................................................................13-39
13.06.07 Lateral adjusting of the thread catcher ...................................................................... 13 - 40
13.06.08 Front reversal point of the thread catcher ................................................................. 13 - 41
13.06.09 Front reversal point of the thread catcher ................................................................. 13 - 42
13.06.10 Retaining spring ..........................................................................................................13-43
13.06.11 Knife to needle clearance ........................................................................................... 13 - 44
13.06.12 Manual trimming control ............................................................................................ 13 - 45
13.06.13 Tension release of needle thread ............................................................................... 13 - 46
13.06.14 Mounting and dismounting the control unit ............................................................... 13 - 47

Index
Contents ................................................................................. Chapter - Page
13.07 Adjusting the edge trimming device on the PFAFF 3822-1/32 and -1/42 ................. 13 - 48
13.07.01 Knife stroke ................................................................................................................ 13 - 48
13.07.02 Neutral position of the knife stroke ........................................................................... 13 - 49
13.07.03 Knife height................................................................................................................. 13 - 50
13.07.04 Aligning the knife ........................................................................................................13-51
13.07.05 Adjusting the stop eccentric .........................................................................................13 - 52
13.08 Adjusting the feathered trimming device On the PFAFF 3822-1/34 and -1/44 ..............13 - 53
13.08.01 Top stroke motion of the knife ......................................................................................13 - 53
13.08.02 Cutting angle of the front knife ......................................................................................13 - 54
13.08.03 Cutting position of the front knife ..................................................................................13 - 55
13.08.04 Cutting pressure of the front knife .................................................................................13 - 56
13.08.05 Knife stroke zero point ..................................................................................................13 - 57
13.08.06 Side position of the back knife in relation to the hook knife ...........................................13 - 58
13.08.07 Cutting angle of the back knife in relation to the hook knife ..........................................13 - 59
13.08.08 Cutting pressure between the back knife and the hook knife ........................................13 - 60
13.08.09 Cutting depth of the back knife .....................................................................................13 - 61
13.08.10 Cutting depth of the front knife ......................................................................................13 - 62
13.08.11 Trimming margin ..........................................................................................................13 - 63
13.08.12 Sensor control of the hook knife ...................................................................................13 - 64
13.08.13 Air-blast tube for separating the material plies ..............................................................13 - 65
13.08.14 Air-blast tube for cutting waste .....................................................................................13 - 66
13.09 Parameter setting....................................................................................................... 13 - 67
13.10 Table of inputs and outputs...........................................................................................13 - 68
14 Wearing parts .............................................................................................................14 - 1

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Safety
1 Safety
1.01 Regulations
This machine is constructed in accordance with 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 applicable pol-
lution control regulations!
The valid regulations of the regional social insurance society for occupational accidents or
other supervisory authorities are to be strictly adhered to!
1.02 General notes on safety
●The machine must only be operated by adequately trained operators and only when the
instruction manual has been fully read and understood!
●All notices on safety and the instruction manual of the motor manufacturer are to be
read before the machine is put into operation!
●All notes on the machine concerning danger and safety must be observed!
●The machine must be used for the purpose for which it is intended and must not be
operated without its safety devices; all regulations relevant to safety must be adhered
to.
●When part sets are changed (e.g. needle, presser foot, needle plate, feed dog or bob-
bin), during threading, when the workplace is left unattended and during maintenance
work, the machine must be disconnected from the power supply by turning off the on/
off switch or removing the plug from the mains!
●Daily maintenance work must only be carried out by appropriately trained persons!
●Repairs and special maintenance work must only be carried out by qualified technical
staff or persons with appropriate training!
●During maintenance or repairs on the pneumatic system the machine must be
disconnected from the compressed air supply! The only exception to this is when
adjustments or function checks are carried out by appropriately trained technical staff!
●Work on the electrical equipment must only be carried out by technical staff who are
qualified to do so!
●Work on parts or equipment connected to the power supply is not permitted! The only
exceptions to this are specified in regulations EN 50110.
●Conversion or modification of the machine must only be carried out under observation of
all relevant safety regulations!

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Safety
●Only spare parts which have been approved by us are to be used for repairs! We draw
special attention to the fact that spare parts and accessories not supplied by us have not
been subjected to testing nor approval by us. Fitting and/or use of any such parts may
cause negative changes to the design characteristics of the machine. We shall not ac-
cept any liability for damage caused by the use of non-original parts.
1.03 Safety symbols
Danger!
Special points to observe.
Danger of injury to operating or technical staff!
1.04 Important notes for the user
●This instruction manual belongs to the equipment of the machine and must be available
to the operating staff at all times.
This instruction manual must be read before the machine is operated for the first time.
●Both operating and technical staff must be instructed on the safety devices of the mach-
ine and on safe working methods.
●It is the duty of the user to operate the machine in perfect running order only.
●The user must ensure that none of the safety devices are removed nor put out of work-
ing order.
●The user must ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine.
For further information please refer to your PFAFF agency.
I
Caution
Do not operate without finger guard and safety devices.
Before threading, changing bobbin and needle, cleaning
etc. switch off main switch.

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Safety
1.05 Notes for operating and technical staff
1.05.01 Operating staff
Operating staff are the persons responsible for setting up, operating and cleaning the mach-
ine and for removing any disturbances in the sewing area.
The operating staff are obliged to observe the following points, and must:
●always observe the notes on safety in this instruction manual!
●avoid using any working methods which adversely effect the safety of the machine!
●avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing or jewelry such as necklaces or rings!
●also ensure that only authorized persons are allowed near the danger area of the
machine!
●immediately report to the user any changes to the machine that may affect its safety!
1.05.02 Technical staff
Technical staff are persons who have been trained in electrical engineering, electronics,
pneumatics and mechanical engineering. They are responsible for lubricating, servicing,
repairing and adjusting the machine.
The technical staff are obliged to observe the following points, and must:
●always observe the notes on safety in this instruction manual!
●switch off the on/off switch before carrying out adjustment and repair work and ensure it
cannot be switched on again unintentionally!
●never work on parts or equipment still connected to the power supply! Exceptions to this
are only permissible according to regulations EN 50110;
●disconnected the machine from the compressed air supply when carrying out
maintenance or repair work on pneumatic equipment!
Exceptions to this are only permissible for function checks;
●replace all safety covers after carrying out maintenance or repair work!

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Safety
1.06 Danger warnings
A working area of 1 m must be kept free both in front of and behind the mach-
ine, so that easy access is possible at all times.
Never put your hands 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 slung out of the mach-
ine!
Do not operate the machine without take-up lever guard 1!
Danger of injury by movement of take-up lever!
Do not operate the machine without finger guard 2!
Danger of injury by the needle!
Do not operate the machine without belt guards 3and 4!
Danger of injury by rotating drive belt!
Do not place hands in the cutting area between needle plate and knife!
Danger of injury from the cutting motion of the knife!
49-024
7
+1
-1
12345678
790 Enter
Esc
Clear
+
0123456
8910 11 12
Fig. 1 - 01
1
3
4
2

Proper use
2 - 1
2 Proper use
The PFAFF 3822-1/32, -1/34, -1/42 and --
--
-1/44 are integrated workplaces for run-stitching
and trimming the edges of jackets, coats and costumes.
Machinemodel Equipment
PFAFF 3822-1/32 Edge trimming device
PFAFF 3822-1/42 Edge trimming device and graphics control panel
PFAFF 3822-1/34 Edge trimming device for feathered trimming
PFAFF 3822-1/44 Edge trimming device for feathered trimming and graphics
control panel
Any use of these machines which is not approved by the manufacturer shall
be considered as improper use! The manufacturer shall not be liable for any
dam-age arising out of improper use! Proper use shall also be considered to
include compliance with the operation, adjustment, service and repair
measures speci-fied by the manufacturer!

Specifications
3 - 1
3Specifications▲
Sewing head
3822-1/32; -1/42.............................................................................................................487
3822-1/34; -1/44.............................................................................................................487
Stitch type:....................................................................................................................301
Max. speed
3822-1/32; -1/42............................................................................................4000 s.p.m.-1◆
3822-1/34; -1/44............................................................................................3200 s.p.m.-1◆
Trimming margin
3822-1/32; -1/42..............................................................................................5, 6 or 7 mm
3822-1/34; -1/44.............................................................................................6.5 x 3.5 mm
Stitch length
With fullness setting ”0”:......................................................................................2.7 mm
With stitch condensation:......................................................................................1.6 mm
Needle system:.......................................................................................................134 KK
Needle size (Nm) in 1/100 mm:......................................................................................80
Sewing thread:..............................................................................................................150
Presser foot clearance:.............................................................................................7 mm
Sewing motor:..........................................................................See motor service manual
Power requirement:................................................................................................0.8 kW.
Connection voltage:................................................................................E 230 V, 50/60 Hz
Working air pressure:.................................................................................................6 bar
Air consumption:.................................................................................................40 l/cycle
Working noise level:
Emission level at workplace at a speed of 2400 s.p.m.:......................................75 dB(A)
(Noise measurement in accordance with DIN 45 635-48-A-1)
Machine dimensions:
Length:....................................................................................................approx. 1365 mm
Width:.......................................................................................................approx. 950 mm
Height(with reel stand):..........................................................................approx. 1700 mm
Net weight:..................................................................................................approx. 140 kg
▲Subject to alteration
◆Dependent on material, operation and stitch length

Disposal of Machine
4 - 1
4 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 mat-
erials.
The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper.
●The machine is to be disposed of according to the locally valid pollution control regula-
tions; if necessary, a specialist ist to be commissioned.
Care must be taken that parts soiled with lubricants are disposed of separately
according to the locally valid pollution control regulations!

Transportation, packing and storage
5 - 1
5 Transportation, packing and storage
5.01 Transportation to customer's premises
All machines are delivered completely packed.
5.02 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.
5.03 Disposal of packing materials
The packing materials of this machine comprise paper, cardboard and VCE fibre. Proper dis-
posal of the packing material is the responsibility of the customer.
5.04 Storage
If the machine is not in use, it can be stored as it is for a period of up to six months, but It
should be protected against dust and moisture.
If the machine is stored for longer periods, the individual parts, especially the surfaces of
moving parts, must be protected against corrosion, e.g. by a film of oil.

Explanation of symbols
6 - 1
6 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)

7 - 1
Controls
Fig. 7 - 01
1
7 Controls
7.01 Main switch
●The machine is switched on or off by
turning main switch 1.
The illustrated main switch is
fitted to machines with Quick
motors. If other motors are
used, different switches may
be fitted.
O
7.02 Pedal
0= Neutral position
+1 = Lower presser foot
+2 = Sewing
-1 = Raise presser foot
-2 = Trim threads
Fig. 7 - 02
0
-1 -2
+1+2

7 - 2
Controls
49-021
7.03 Presser bar lifter
●The presser foot is raised by turning
lever 1.
Fig. 7 - 03
1
7.04 Knee Switch
Manual sewing:
●By operating knee switch 1 it is
possible to alternate between two pre-
set amounts of fullness.
Programmed sewing:
●By operating knee switch 1the
amounts of fullness are changed
according to the program selected.
Fig. 7 - 04
1

7 - 3
Controls
49-09
7.05 Left knee switch
●By operating knee switch 11
11
1, the knife
for feathered trimming can be switched
on or off.
1
Fig. 7 - 05
49-057
7.06 Reverse-feed key
●The machine sews in reverse as long
as the reverse-feed key 1is pressed.
1
Fig. 7 - 06

7 - 4
Controls
9
3
7
5
1
6
2
4
0
1
1
0
111
2
8
1
7.07 Keyboard
The keyboard 11
11
1 is used for the quick operation of the machine during sewing and when
selecting the fullness. With the corresponding LED of the 20 keys, active key functions
are displayed (Function active = LED lit).
Fig. 7 - 07
Stitch condensation
●The stitch condensation is switched on and off by pressing a key.
Edge trimming device
●The edge trimming device is switched on and off by pressing a key.
Hook knife
●The device for feathered trimming is switched on and off by pressing a key (same
function as left knee switch).
Bartack inversion
●Programmed bartacks can be suppressed by pressing a key.
Number keys (0 – 12)
●For selecting the fullness to be applied to the top or bottom material ply.
Key 0:Key 0:
Key 0:Key 0:
Key 0: No fullness will be applied
Key 6:Key 6:
Key 6:Key 6:
Key 6: Selects the max. fullness for the bottom material ply.
Key 12:Key 12:
Key 12:Key 12:
Key 12: Selects the max. fullness for the top material ply.
Key 0 + 1:Key 0 + 1:
Key 0 + 1:Key 0 + 1:
Key 0 + 1: Selects the min. fullness for the bottom material ply.
Key 0 + 7:Key 0 + 7:
Key 0 + 7:Key 0 + 7:
Key 0 + 7: Selects the min. fullness for the top material ply.
●When two neighbouring number keys are pressed simultaneously, the corresponding
average value is selected.
On machines with graphics control panel, the steps 0 – 12 can be defined
freely; on machines without graphics control panel, these steps are pre-set.
Correction value + / correction value –
●By pressing a key, the value for the selected fullness is increased or reduced in 2
steps.
11
1

7 - 5
Controls
Enter
0
Esc
23456789
1
+
Clear
7.08.01 Display
In its basic condition the displays on the screen are divided into 2 part sections:
Status line
In the top section of the display screen there is a status line, where up to 5 pictographs
with their corresponding values can be displayed (e.g. program number, number of seam
sections etc.).
Pictograph strip
In the bottom section there is the pictograph line. The functions of the symbols, which
appear here, can be called up using the number keys.number keys.
number keys.number keys.
number keys. Activated functions are displayed
by an inverse symbol.
Normal symbol (function not activated)
Inverse symbol (function activated)
7.08 Graphics operating panel
The graphics operating panels consists of the display screen and 2 key zones.
Fig. 7 - 08