Pfaff creative sensation pro 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. Keep the instructions at a
suitable place close to the machine. Make sure to hand them over if the machine is given to a third
party.
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, removing
covers, lubricating or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the
instruction manual.
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person:
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is neccesary when this sewing machine is used
by or near children.
• 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 control free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
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needle.
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• Do not use outdoors.
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• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• The foot control is used to operate the machine. Avoid placing other objects on the foot control.
• Do not use the machine if it is wet.
• If the LED lamp is damaged or broken, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or it's service
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• This sewing machine is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts.
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
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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
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sewing machine.
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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
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Table of contents
Introduction 1:7
Machine overview 1:8
Front side...................................................................... 1:8
Rear side ....................................................................... 1:9
Top parts....................................................................... 1:9
Accessory trays ............................................................ 1:9
Embroidery unit overview......................................... 1:9
Included accessories.................................................. 1:10
Presser feet.................................................................. 1:10
Stitch overview 1:12
Utility stitches ............................................................ 1:12
Decorative stitches .................................................... 1:16
Alphabets.................................................................... 1:22
Preparations 2:1
Unpacking 2:2
Connect to the power supply 2:2
Pack away after sewing 2:2
Custom LED lights 2:3
Free arm 2:3
Thread cutter 2:3
Electronic knee-lift 2:3
Spool pins 2:4
Threading the machine 2:5
Needle threader ........................................................... 2:5
Thread sensor 2:6
Bobbin winding 2:7
Inserting the bobbin 2:8
IDT™system (Integrated dual feed) 2:9
Changing needle plate 2:9
Needles 2:10
Changing the needle 2:10
Changing the presser foot 2:11
Attaching the Dynamic spring foot 6D 2:11
USB ports 2:12
USB embroidery stick ............................................... 2:12
Connect machine to computer 2:12
Complimentary software (PC) 2:13
How to update your machine 2:13
Soft Touch™Buttons and indicators 2:14
PFAFF®creative™Color Touch Screen 3:1
PFAFF®creative™Color Touch Screen 3:2
Start view 3:2
Main parts 3:2
Task bar......................................................................... 3:2
Option bar..................................................................... 3:3
Common icons 3:3
Selection menu 3:4
Selection menu - overview......................................... 3:4
Embroidery edit 3:6
Embroidery text editor ............................................... 3:7
Embroidery stitch-out 3:7
Sequencing 3:8
Stitch Creator™feature 3:8
Settings menu 3:9
Machine settings.......................................................... 3:9
Screen and light settings........................................... 3:14
Sound settings............................................................ 3:15
Info menu 3:16
Quick help 3:16
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power cord and foot control
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Machine overview
Needle area
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foot holder
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Accessory trays
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for presser feet and bobbins, plus space for needles
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tray so they are easily accessible.
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Accessories
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Presser feet
0A - Standard presser foot for IDT™system (attached on the machine upon delivery)
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