Pfaff CREATIVE 4.0 - User manual

Owner´s manual

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.
DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing
machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
WARNING – To reduce the risk of burns, Àre, electric
shock, or injury to person:
• This sewing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing machine by a person responsible for their
safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the sewing machine.
• Use this sewing machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only attachments
recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.
• Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if
it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the sewing machine to the nearest
authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.
• Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the
sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
• Keep Àngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle.
• Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
• Do not use bent needles.
• Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deÁect the needle causing it to break.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading
needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
• Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when
making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated.
• To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See
instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SERVICING OF DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCTS
In a double-insulated product, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No ground
means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to the
product. Servicing of a double-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and
should be done only by qualiÀed service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must
be identical to those parts in the product. A double-insulated product is marked with the words ‘DOUBLE
INSULATION’ or ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’.

Congratulations!
Congratulations on purchasing your new PFAFF® creative™ 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine. As a
sewing enthusiast, you have acquired a machine that features the very latest in both design and technology,
enabling you to transform all your creative ideas into reality.
Before you start, please spend some time reading this owner’s manual. You will soon discover how to
maximize the use of your machine. Your authorized PFAFF® Dealer will of course also be pleased to help
you at any time.
Your PFAFF® creative™ 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine will deÀnitely enable you to experience a
totally new dimension of sewing and embroidery.

Table of contents
1
Introduction 1:7
Machine overview 1:8
Front side......................................................................1:8
Rear side .......................................................................1:9
Top parts.......................................................................1:9
Accessory tray..............................................................1:9
Parts of the embroidery unit....................................1:10
Included accessories 1:10
Stitch overview 1:12
Utility stitches............................................................1:12
Decorative stitches ....................................................1:15
Alphabets....................................................................1:17
2
Preparations 2:1
Unpacking....................................................................2:2
Connecting the foot control cord ..............................2:2
Connect the power cord and foot control................2:2
Pack away after sewing .............................................2:3
LED lights.....................................................................2:3
Free arm........................................................................ 2:3
Thread cutter................................................................2:3
Stylus holder................................................................2:3
Spool pins.....................................................................2:4
Threading the machine...............................................2:5
Bobbin winding...........................................................2:7
Inserting the bobbin.................................................... 2:8
IDT (Integrated dual feed).........................................2:9
Changing the needle...................................................2:9
Needles .......................................................................2:10
Changing the presser foot........................................2:11
Lowering feed dogs...................................................2:11
USB ports....................................................................2:12
Connect machine to computer.................................2:13
5D™ Embroidery Software...................................... 2:13
Installing your software ........................................... 2:13
Install hardware drivers and connect the
embroidery machine.................................................2:13
How to launch the programs...................................2:14
Embroidery Machine Communication module....2:14
How to update your machine.................................. 2:14
Viewing and printing PDF Guides.........................2:14
Buttons and icons...................................................... 2:13
3
PFAFF® HD screen 3:1
Task bar ........................................................................3:2
Common icons............................................................. 3:3
Selection menu............................................................. 3:4
Embroidery edit...........................................................3:5
Embroidery text editor ............................................... 3:6
Embroidery stitch-out.................................................3:6
Sequencing ...................................................................3:7
Stitch Creator ...............................................................3:7
Settings menu 3:8
Machine settings.......................................................... 3:8
Sound settings............................................................3:11
Screen settings............................................................ 3:12
Info menu 3:13
Quick help 3:13
4
Sewing mode 4:1
Sewing mode - overview 4:2
Select a stitch................................................................ 4:3
Raise and lower the presser foot............................... 4:3
Option bar 4:4
Save options.................................................................4:4
Tie-off options..............................................................4:5
Speed control................................................................4:6
Sewing programs.........................................................4:6
Balance..........................................................................4:8
Stitch settings 4:8
Sewing techniques 4:12
Three-step zigzag ...................................................... 4:12
Buttonholes.................................................................4:12
Sew on a button.........................................................4:14
Sewing hems in heavy fabric...................................4:15
Handlook quilting.....................................................4:15
Blindhem stitch..........................................................4:15
Sewing in zippers......................................................4:16
Rolled hem..................................................................4:16
Common sewing pop-ups 4:17

5
Sequencing 5:1
Sequencing - overview 5:2
Create a sequence........................................................ 5:3
Option bar 5:4
Save options.................................................................5:4
Sequence commands...................................................5:4
Horizontal preview.....................................................5:5
Sewing a sequence.......................................................5:5
Important sequencing information...........................5:6
Common sequencing pop-ups 5:6
6
Stitch Creator 6:1
Stitch Creator - overview 6:2
Touch functions...........................................................6:5
Save options.................................................................6:5
Important Stitch Creator information ...................... 6:6
Common Stitch Creator pop-ups 6:6
7
Embroidery preparations 7:1
Embroidery unit overview.........................................7:2
Built-in designs............................................................7:2
Embroidery hoop overview.......................................7:2
creative™ 4.0 Embroidery collection........................7:3
Connect the embroidery unit.....................................7:3
Remove the embroidery unit.....................................7:3
To hoop the fabric........................................................7:4
Slide on the hoop......................................................... 7:4
Getting started embroidering....................................7:5
8
Embroidery mode - edit 8:1
Embroidery edit - overview 8:2
Load a design...............................................................8:2
Load a font....................................................................8:3
Load a stitch.................................................................8:3
Zoom.............................................................................8:3
Select design(s).............................................................8:4
Adjustments.................................................................8:5
Touch functions...........................................................8:6
Option bar 8:7
Save design................................................................... 8:7
More options................................................................8:8
Select hoop....................................................................8:9
Thread color edit .........................................................8:9
Embroidery stitch editor ..........................................8:10
Embroidery text editor ............................................. 8:12
Common embroidery edit pop-ups 8:14
9
Embroidery mode - stitch-out 9:1
To enter embroidery stitch-out.................................. 9:2
Embroidery stitch-out - overview 9:2
Crosshair....................................................................... 9:2
Color list........................................................................9:2
Embroidery information ............................................9:3
Option bar 9:4
More options................................................................9:4
Speed control................................................................9:4
Hoop position..............................................................9:5
Precise positioning......................................................9:6
Common embroidery stitch-out pop-ups 9:9
10
Files & Folders 10:1
Files & Folders - overview 10:2
Browse Files & Folders.............................................10:3
Organize......................................................................10:6
Common Files & Folders pop-ups 10:7
11
Maintenance 11:1
Cleaning the machine 11:2
Troubleshooting 11:3
Index 11:5
Intellectual Property 11:10

Some fabrics have a lot of excess dye which can
cause discoloration on other fabric but also on your
sewing machine. This discoloring may be very
difÀcult or impossible to remove.
Fleece and denim fabric, especially red and blue,
often contain a lot of excess dye.
If you suspect that your fabric/ready-to-wear
garment contains a lot of excess dye, always pre-
wash it before sewing to avoid the discoloring.

Introduction

1:8
4
3
2
1
6
5
8
7
10
15
5
13
26
24
28
27
30
29
18 19 20 21 22 23
12
14
16
17
25
9
11
Introduction
Machine overview
1. Lid with stitch chart
2. Threading slots
3. Thread cutter
4. Sensormatic buttonhole foot socket
5. LED-lights
6. Built-in needle threader
7. Needle bar
8. Needle thread guide
9. Bobbin cover
10. Stitch plate
11. Free arm
12. Presser foot
13. Presser foot bar and presser foot holder
14. Needle screw
15. Reverse
16. Reverse indicator
17. Action indicator
18. Presser foot up and extra lift toggle
19. Presser foot down and pivot toggle
20. Start/stop
21. Thread snips
22. Immediate tie-off
23. Stitch restart
24. Needle up/down
25. Button ruler
26. Handwheel
27. PFAFF® HD screen
28. Built-in USB ports
29. Stylus holder
30. Main switch, connectors for power cord and
foot control
Front side

1:9
33
32
31
363534 37 38 39 40
42 41
434445
48
47
46
Introduction
Rear side
31. Handle
32. IDT
33. Embroidery unit connection socket
Top parts
34. Pre-tension device for threading and bobbin
winding
35. Bobbin winder thread guide
36. Thread guide
37. Bobbin thread guides
38. Bobbin winder lever
39. Bobbin spindle
40. Bobbin thread cutter
41. Auxiliary spool pin
42. Spool caps
43. Spool pin
44. Thread tension
45. Take-up lever
Accessory tray
The accessory tray features special compartments
for presser feet and bobbins, plus space for needles
and other accessories. Store the accessories in the
tray so they are easily accessible.
46. Space for accessories
47. Removable tray for presser feet
48. Removable bobbin holder Accessory tray

1:10
57
565554
6160
59
58
6463
62 65
66 67
68 69
51
52
53
49
50
50
Introduction
Parts of the embroidery unit
(type BE16)
49. Embroidery unit release button
50. Level adjusting feet
51. Embroidery unit socket
52. Embroidery hoop connection assembly
53. Embroidery arm
Included accessories
Accessories
54. Stylus
55. Thread net
56. Edge guide
57. Felt pad
58. USB Embroidery stick
59. Screwdriver
60. Seam ripper
61. Brush
62. Spool cap, large (2)
63. Spool cap, medium
64. Spool cap, small
65. Bobbins
66. Multi-purpose tool
67. Hoop clips
Included hoops
68. creative™ 120 Square Hoop (120x120)
69. creative™ Elite Hoop (260x200)
Included accessories not in picture
• Foot control
• Foot control cord
• Power cord
• USB cord (P/N:412 62 59-04)
• Needles
• 5D™ Embroidery Machine Communication
CD
• creative™ 4.0 Embroidery collection

1:11
Introduction
Presser feet
Presser foot 0A
Standard presser foot with IDT (attached on the machine
upon delivery)
This foot is used mainly for straight stitching and zigzag
stitching with a stitch length longer than 1.0mm.
Presser foot 1A
Fancy stitch foot with IDT
This foot is used for decorative stitches. The groove on the
underside of the foot is designed to Áow smoothly over
the stitches.
Presser foot 2A
Fancy stitch foot
When sewing decorative stitches or short zigzag stitches
and other utility stitches with less than 1.0mm stitch
length, use this foot. The groove on the underside of the
foot is designed to Áow smoothly over the stitches.
Presser foot 3
Blindhem foot with IDT
This foot is used for blindhem stitches. The toe on the foot
guides the fabric. The red guide on the foot is designed to
ride along the fold of the hem edge.
Presser foot 4
Zipper foot with IDT
This foot can be snapped on either the right or the left of
the needle, making it easy to sew close to both sides of the
zipper teeth. Move needle position to right or left to sew
closer to zipper teeth.
Presser foot 5A
Sensormatic buttonhole foot
When connected to the machine, the buttonhole is sewn in
a suitable length to the button size that has been entered
into the machine.
Presser foot 5M
Manual buttonhole foot
This foot is used for sewing manual buttonholes. Use the
markings on the foot to position the garment edge. The
Ànger on the back of the foot holds cording for corded
buttonhole.
Presser foot 6A Embroidery/Sensormatic free-motion foot
This foot is used for embroidery and free-motion sewing.
This foot can also be used for darning.
Presser foot 7 Rolled hem foot with IDT, 3mm
This foot is used to sew narrow hems in light to medium
weight fabric.
Important: Make sure that the IDT is disengaged when using presser feet 2A, 5A, 5M or 6A.

1:12
Introduction
Stitch overview
Utility stitches
Stitch Stitch number Name Description
1.1.1 Straight stitch For seaming and topstitching. Select from 37 different needle positions.
Note: This stitch makes a stronger tie-off than stitch 2.1.1.
1.1.2 Stretch triple straight
stitch Reinforced seam. Topstitching.
1.1.3 Straight stitch reverse Sew continuous reverse with strong tie-off.
1.1.4 Basting stitch Single stitch used for basting. Touch foot control to sew one stitch. Move fabric manually to desired position and touch foot control again
to sew another stitch.
1.1.5 Zigzag stitch Reinforce seams, clean Ànish, stretch sewing, lace insertion.
1.1.6 Zigzag stitch, right or left
needle position Reinforce seams, clean Ànish, stretch sewing.
1.1.7 Z-zigzag stitch Applique, couching, eyelets.
1.1.8 Stretch triple zigzag stitch Elastic stitch for decorative hems or topstitching.
1.1.9 Three-step zigzag stitch Sewing elastic, darning, patching.
1.1.10 Elastic stitch Sewing elastic, darning, patching.
1.1.11 Triple stretch stitch Sewing elastic, darning, patching and decorative sewing.
1.1.12 Honeycomb stitch Decorative stitch for stretch fabrics and hems. Also used with elastic thread in
the bobbin.
1.1.13 Bridging stitch Joining fabrics and quilt batting, decorative stitch for quilting, hemstitching.
1.1.14 Foundation elastic stitch Joining stitch for undergarments, terry cloth, leather, bulky fabrics where
overlapping the seams.
1.1.15 Crosshem stitch Elastic decorative hem for stretch fabrics.
1.1.16 Blindhem stitch Sewing blindhems on woven fabrics.
1.1.17 Elastic blindhem stitch Sewing blindhems on stretch fabrics.
1.1.18 Stretch tricot stitch Sewing seams on stretch fabrics.
1.2.1 Closed overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step.

1:13
Introduction
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.
1.2.7 Closed overlock Seam and overcast in one step, patch, hem.
1.2.8 Stretch knit overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step.
1.2.9 Reinforced overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step and reinforce.
1.2.10 Finished edge overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step with reinforced edge.
1.2.11 Mock cover hem Create the look of a serger cover hem for stretch fabrics.
1.2.12 Open overlock blindhem Create decorative overlock blindhem for woven fabrics.
1.2.13 Closed overlock blindhem Create decorative overlock blindhem for stretch fabrics.
1.3.1 Linen buttonhole Buttonhole for blouses, shirts and linen.
1.3.2 Standard buttonhole Basic buttonhole for blouses, shirts and jackets. Also for pillowcases.
1.3.3 Rounded buttonhole with
pointed tack Buttonhole for garments.
1.3.4 Rounded buttonhole with
lengthwise tack Buttonhole for garments.
1.3.5 Rounded buttonhole with
crosswise tack Buttonhole for garments.
1.3.6 Eyelet buttonhole with
pointed tack Tailors buttonhole or decorative buttonhole.
1.3.7 Eyelet buttonhole with
lengthwise tack Tailors buttonhole for jackets and trousers.

1:14
Introduction
1.3.8 Rounded buttonhole Buttonhole for light garments or jackets.
1.3.9 Decorative buttonhole
with triangle tack Decorative buttonhole.
1.3.10 Stretch buttonhole Buttonhole for stretch fabrics.
1.3.11 Cross stitch buttonhole Decorative buttonhole.
1.3.12 Decorative buttonhole Decorative buttonhole.
1.3.13 Professional eyelet
buttonhole Professional tailors buttonhole for jackets and trousers.
1.3.14 Decorative eyelet
buttonhole Decorative buttonhole for jackets.
1.3.15 Heirloom round buttonhole with pointed
tack Decorative heirloom buttonhole.
1.3.16 Button sewing Sew on buttons or tacking.
1.4.1 Eyelet Heirloom sewing decorative trim.
1.4.2 Decorative eyelet Heirloom sewing decorative trim.
1.4.3 Decorative eyelet Heirloom sewing decorative trim.
1.5.1 Programmable darning
stitch Darning holes or damaged fabric.
1.5.2 Programmable reinforced
darning stitch Reinforced darning holes or damaged fabric.
1.5.3 Bartack Automatically reinforce seams and pockets.
1.5.4 Denim bartack Automatically reinforce seams and pockets decoratively.
1.5.5 Decorative bartack Automatically reinforce seams and pockets decoratively.
1.5.6 Cross bartack Automatically reinforce seams and pockets.
1.5.7 Decorative tack Automatically decorative topper for seams and pockets.

1:15
Introduction
Decorative stitches
2.1 Quilt stitches - Handlook stitches 2.2 Quilt stitches - Antique quilt stitches
2.3 Quilt stitches - Stippling stitches
3.1 Needle art stitches - Cross stitches 3.2 Needle art stitches - Hemstitches
3.3 Needle art stitches - Antique hand embroidery stitches
2.4 Quilt stitches - Crazy patch stitches
3.3 Needle art stitches - Antique hand embroidery stitches

1:16
Introduction
3.4 Needle art stitches - Smocking stitches 4.1 Decorative stitches - Scallop edges
4.2 Decorative stitches - Satin stitches
4.4 Decorative stitches - Art stitches 4.5 Decorative stitches - Ornamental stitches
4.6 Decorative stitches - Bows and hearts
4.3 Decorative stitches - Leaves and Áowers
4.7 Decorative stitches - Fun stitches

1:17
Introduction
4.8 Decorative stitches - Borders
Alphabets
Comic Outline
Cyrillic
Script

Preparations

2:2
123
Preparations
Unpacking
1. Place the box on a steady, Áat surface. Lift the
machine out of the box and remove the outer
packaging and lift off the machine carrying
case.
2. Remove all other packing material and the
plastic bag.
3. Slide off the accessory tray and remove the
styrofoam inside.
Note: Styrofoam left in the accessory tray while sewing
may affect stitch quality. The styrofoam is for packing
purposes only and should be removed.
Connecting the foot control cord
Among the accessories you will Ànd the foot
control cord. Connecting the foot control cord to
the foot control is only neccessary the very Àrst
time you are going to use the machine.
1. Take out the foot control cord. Turn the foot
control over. Connect the cord to the socket
inside the space of the foot control.
2. Push Àrmly to make sure it is properly
connected.
3. Lay the cord in the slot on the underside of the
foot control.
Connect the power cord and foot control
Note: Before plugging in the foot control, check to
ensure that it is type “FR5” (see underside of foot
control).
1. Connect the foot control cord to the front
socket on the bottom right side of the machine
(1).
2. Connect the power cord to the rear socket on
the bottom right side of the machine (2). Plug
the cord into the wall socket.
3. Press the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn on
power and light (3).
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 Àt in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not
Àt fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not Àt, contact a qualiÀed electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.