Pfaff hobbylock 4762 User manual

hobbylock
4762
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Instruction manual

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easier
understanding
of this
instruction
manual
please
fold
this
or
the
last
page
out
when
reading.
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Safety
rules
For
the
United
Kingdom
only
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The
leads
must
definitely
not
be
connected
to
the safety
lead
terminal
I nor
to
a plug
with
three
pins.
j
The
wires
in
the mains
lead
are
coloured accor
ding to
the
followg code:
Brown.
Live
As
the
colours
of the
wires
in
the
mains
lead
of
this
appliance
may
not
correspond
with
the
colour
coding of
the terminals
in
your
plug, pro
ceed
es
follows:
The
wire
which
is
coloured
blue
must
be connec
ted
to
the
terminal
which
is
marked
with
the
let
ter
N
or
coloured
black.
The
wire
which
is
coloured
brown
must
be con
nected to
the
terminal
which
is
marked
with
the
letter
L
or
coloured
red.
Cut-off
mains plugs
are
definitely not
to
be
used,
but
disposed
of immediately.
Defective
mains
leads
must
be
replaced completely.
Only
3A
spare fuses
must
be
used
es
approved
by
ASTA
according
to BS
1362
and
the
fuse
cover
must
be
marked
3
A or with
the
correspon
ding
colour
code.
The
plug
must
never
be
used
without fuse
cover.
Spare
fuse covers
are available
from
electrical
suppliers
or the
PFAFF
agencies.
Please also
observe
the
general safety
notes
on
page
2.
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You
will
find
the
Contents
on
pages
4
and
5

Important
safety
instructions
For
the
United
States
only
When
you
use an
electrical appliance,
basic
safety
precau
I
tions
should
always
be
adhered to
es follows:
Read
all
instructions
before
using
this
sewing
machine.
DANGER
To
reduce
the
risk
of
electric
shock:
1.
The
sewing
machine should
never
be
left
unattended
when
plugged
in.
Alweys
unplug
this
appliance
from
the
electric
outlet
immediately
after
using and
before cleaning
it.
2.
Always
unplug
before
relamping. Replace
bulb
with
same
type rated
1 5
Watts.
3.
Do
not
reach
for
a
sewing
machine
that
has
fallen
into
water.
Unplug immediately.
4.
Do not
place
or store
a
sewing
machine
where
it
can
fall
or be
pulled into
a
tub
or sink.
Do
not
place
in or
drop
into
water
or
other
liquid.
V(ARNlNG
To
reduce
the
risk
of
burns, fire,
electric shock,
or
injury
to
persons:
1.
Do
not
allow
to
be
used
as
a
toy.
Close
attention is
necessary
when
this sewing
machine
is
used
by
or near
children.
2. 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.
3. Nover
operate
this
sewing
machine
if
it
has
a
damaged
cord
or
plug,
if it
is not working
pro
perly,
if it
has
been
dropped
or
damaged,
or
dropped
into
water.
Return
the
appliance
to
the
nearest
authorized dealer
or
service
centerfor
examination,
repair,
electrical
or
mecha
nical
adjustment.
4, Never
operate
the
sewing
machine with
any
air
openings blocked.
Keep
ventilation
ope
nings
of the
sewing
machine
and
foot
control
free
from
the
accumulation
of
lint,
dust
and
loose cloth.
5. Never
drop
or insert
any
object
into
any
opening.
6.
Do
not
use
outdoors.
7.
Do
not
operate
where aerosol
(spray)
products
are being
used
or
where
oxygen
is
being
administered.
8.
To disconnect,
turn
all
controls
to
off
(“0”)
position,
then
remove
plug from
outlet.
9.
Never
operate
on
a
soft
surface such
as
a bed
or
couch where
the
air
openings
may
be
blocked.
10.
Do
not
unplug
by
pulling
on
cord.
To
unplug,
grasp
the
plug,
not
the
cord.
11.
Keep
fingers
awey
from
all
moving
parts.
Special care
is
required
around
the
sewing
machine
needle.
1 2.
Always use
the
proper
needle
plate.
The
wrong
plate
can
cause
the
needle
to break.
1 3.
Do
not
use
bent
or blunt
needles.
Use
needles recommended
by
the
manufacturer
only.
14.
Do
not
pull
or
push
fabric
while
stitching.
It
may
deflect
the
needle,
causing
it
to
break.
1 5.
Switch
the
sewing
machine
off
(“0”)
when
making
any
adjustments in
the
needle area,
such
as threading
needle,
changing
needle,
threading bobbin,
or changing
presser
foot,
etc.
1
6. Always
unplug
sewing
machine
from
the
electric
outlet
when
removing
covers,
lubrica
ting,
or
when
making
any
other
user
servicing
adjustments
mentioned in
the instruction
manual.
17.
Hold
plug
when
rewinding
into
cord
reel.
Do
not
allow
plug
to
whip
when
rewinding.
Please also
observe
the
general safety
notes
on
page
2.
Keep
these
instructions
in
a
safe
place
This
sewing
machine
is
designed
and
manufactured
for HOUSEHOLD
use
only.

Parts
of
the
hobbylock
4762
1
Thread
tension
dial/left needle
2
Thread
tension
dial/right
needle
3 Carrying
handle
4
Thread
tension dial/right
looper
5 Thread
tension
dial/left looper
6
Converter
7 Looper
cover
8 Sewing
foot
9
Needle plate
1
0
Detachable
work
support
11
Accessory
box
1
2
Needle
holder
13
Lamp
cover
14
Right
overedge
looper
1
5
Left
overedge
looper
1 6
Fixed
lower
knife
1 7 Seam
width
adjustment
knob
1 8
Bed
slide
for
stitch
width
chaining
land
1
9
Movable
upper
knife

Notes
on
Safety
Notes
on
safety
for
domestic
sewing
machines
accordance
with
EN
60335-2-28
and
IEC
60335-2-28.
1.
The
user
must
exercise
adequate
cau
tion
with
regard
to
the
up
and
down
movement
of
the
needle
and
con
stantly observe
the
sewing area
while
sewing.
2.
When
leaving
the
machine
unatten
ded,
during
maintenance
work
or
when
replacing
mechanical
parts
or
accessories,
always
disconnect
the
machine
from the
mains by
pulling
out
the
mains
plug.
3.
The
maximum
permissible
wattage
for
the
sewing
lamp
is
15
Watts.
4. The
tension
of
the
drive
belt
may
only
be
adjusted
by
a
PFAFF
mechanic.
5.
The
machine must
be
put
into
opera
tion
in
accordance
with
the
indica
tion
plate.
6.
Do
not
insert
any
objects
in
openings
on
the
machine.
7.
Do
not
use
the
sewing machine
if:
— there
is
visible damage.
— its
function
is
disturbed
—
it
is
wet,
e.g.
with
condensation
which can
occur
when a
cold
machine
is
brought
into
a
warm
room.
8.
Do
not
pull
the
mains plug
out
of
the
socket by
its
cord.
9.
If this
appliance
is
used
for
a
purpose
than that
for
which
it
is
intended
or
if
it
is
wrongly
operated,
we
cannot
accept
any
liability
for
any
damage
caused,
10.
To
avoid the
risk of
electric
shock,
do
not
open
the
machine.
There
are
no
parts inside
the
machine
which the
user
can repair.
This
is
solely
the
responsibility
of
our
qualified
ser
vice
staff.
11.
Be
sure to
use
only original
PFAFF
parts.
11.
Be
sure
to
use
only original
PFAFF
parts.
1
2.
The
machine
is
designed
for
a
mains
supply
with a
nominal
voltage
of
+1-10%
and
a
rated
frequency
of
+1-4%.
1 3.
When
used
properly,
the
temperature
of
the
outer
components
of
a
non-elec
tronically
controlled
foot
control
can
reach up
to
85°C.
Constant
use
at
a
low
speed
is
therefore
not
permitted
in
order to
avoid
damage.
Environment
The
recommended
environment
is:
Ambient
temperature
10°
C
to
40°
C,
Humidity
20%
to
80%.
The
machine
is
suppressed
and
immune
to
interference;
however,
it
should
not
be
ope
rated
near
electronic devices
such as
radios,
TVs,
PCs,
broadcasting
transmitters
etc.
This
sewing
machine
is a
high-quality
elec
tronic-mechanical
appliance;
it
is
a
machine
for
supervised
use
in
the
home.
It
should
be
operated
in
such
a
way
that
it
is
not
subjec
ted
to:
dust,
severe
dampness,
direct
sun
light,
static
electricity,
heat-producing
objects,
corrosive
chemicals
or
liquids.
For
ventilation
purposes
the
machine must
be
free-standing,
on
a
surface
which
is
both
firm
and
even.
Care
of
the
machine
Always
protect the
machine
against
damage
which
may
occur
by
knocking
or
dropping.
Cleaning
Housing
To
clean
the
housing
use
a
dry,
clean, soft
and lint-free
cloth.
Any
stubborn
dirt can be
removed
with a soft
cloth
and
alcohol
or
paraffin.
Please
Notel
Do
not use
any
insecticides
or
chemical
products
such
as
benzine (petroleum)
or
fluid
chemicals
for
cleaning
the
housing.
2

Simple,
up-to-date sewing
Congratulations!
You have
bought
a
high-quality
product
that
provides
unique
advantages.
Your
new
hobbylock
4760
can
take
any
material
in
its
stride
and
will
sew,
trim and
neaten
up
for
you
in
one
operation.
Your
PFAFF
hobbylock
features the
very
latest
in
design
and
technology, and it is
just as
easy to
use as this
instruction
manual
is
to follow.
If you
now
take
a
little time
to study
the
instruc
tion
manual,
nothing
can
go
amiss.
It is
certainly
time
well spent,
since
it is the
only
way to
find
out
just
what
your
machine
can
do
and put
it to
full
use.
If you
have
any further
questions
—
just
ask your
PFAFF
dealer.
He is
happy
to
be of service
with
any help
or advice.
So,
now
let’s
get started!
We
wish
you many
enjoyable
hours
creating
your
very own
fashion
ideas.
3

Contents
Accessory
box
Accessories
.
Adjusting
the
seam
width
Adjusting
the
stitch
length
Adjusting
the thread
tension
Bead
sewing foot
Blind
stitch
foot
Changing
the
light bulb
(sewing
light)
Changing
the
lower
knife
Changing
the
needle
Changing
the
sewing
foot
Cleaning
rubber
feet
Cleaning
the
machine
Connecting
foot
control
Cording
foot
Differential
feed
Elastic
tape
sewing foot
Engaging/disengaging
the
upper
knife
Folded
2-thread
rolled
hem
Folded
3-thread
rolled
hem
Free
arm
Lace
sewing foot
Lint box
Looper
cover
Lubricating
the
machine
Machine cover
Machine
maintenance
Mains
switch
Mounting
the
converter
Needle
position
Program
summary
Setting the
bed
slide
for stitch
width
chaining
Sewing foot
lift
Sewing foot
pressure
Sewing
problems
and
their
solutions.
.
Shirring
foot
Special
accessories
Specifications
String
sewing
foot
Thread
spool
stand
4
Page
7
7
22
23
32-43
53
48
46
45
11
19
44
44
8
52
24—25
50
20
42
38
26
54
9
9
44
7
44
8
21
11
28—31
land
27
19
23
56—57
51
47-54
58
49
10

Telescopic
thread
guide
.
Thread spool
net
Thread unreeling
disc
Threading/guide
wires
Threading
right
overedge
looper
(red)
Threading
left
overedge
looper
(yellow)
Threading
right
needle
A
(green)
Threading
left
needle
B (blue)
Thread
reel
change
on
threaded
machine
Thread chain
cutter
Thread
table
for 2-,
3-
and
4-thread
overedge
seam
2-needle,
3-thread
overedge
closing seam.
.
2-thread
overedge
seam
FLATLOCK
(wide, narrow).
2-thread
serging seam
(wide,
narrow)
2-thread
rolled
hem
3-thread
overedge
seam
(wide,
narrow)
3-thread
serging
seam
(wide,
narrow)
Page
10
10
10
12
13
14—15
16
17
18
19
55
43
39
40
41
34
35
36
37
32—33
3-thread
decorative seam
serging
FLATLOCK/wide,
narrow
3-thread
rolled hem
4-thread
overedge seam
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Accessory
box
Pull
accessory
box
11 to
the left
and
remove
the
accessories.
Accessories
The
following
accessories
are
included
with
the
machine:
1
Overedge
needles
system EL
X 705,
Cat Nr.
2002
2
Screwdriver
(large)
3
Screwdriver
(small)
4
Pair
of
tweezers
5
Cleaning
brush
8
Lower
knife
7
Thread unreeling
discs
(4x)
8
Thread
spool nets
(4x)
9
Machine
oil
Machine
Cover
The
machine
cover
protects
the
machine
against dust
and
dirt.
After each use
push
in
telescopic thread
guide
21. Thread
spool
stand
24
with
or without
thread
spool
must
be
pushed
against
the
machine as
far as
it
will go.
The
machine
cover
can
now be
placed
in
position.
44,
7

Insert
the
plugs
of
the
foot control
into
machine
socket
27
and
the
power
source
respectively.
Sewing
speed
is regulated
by
applying
pressure
to the
foot control.
In
addition,
sewing
speed
can
be set
by
means
of
the
bed slide
adjuster
at the
top
end
of
the
foot control.
Position
=
half
speed
Position
44
=
full speed
Mains
switch
The
sewing
light
lights
up
when
mains
switch
28 is
switched
on.
The
machine
is now
ready
for
operation.
Connecting
the
foot
control
Notes
on
safety
This
appliance
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
out
let
only
one
way.
If
the
plug
does
not
fit
fully
in
the
outlet, reverse
the
plug.
If it
still
does
not
fit,
contact
a
qualified
electrican to
install
the proper
outlet.
Do
not
modify
the
plug in
any
way.
Foot
control
sewing machine, foot
controller type
AE
033
has to
be
used.
8

Insert
the
upper
tabs
of
lint
box
34
into
the
upper slots
of
looper
cover
7.
Looper
cover
Slide
looper
cover
7
as far
as
it
will
go
to
the
right
and
swing
it
downwards.
Indivi
dual
threading
paths
are displayed
in
colour on
the
inside
of
the
machine,
as
well
as
the
threading method
of
the
over-
edge
looper.
In
addition,
the
mounting
procedure
for
the
converter
and
the
three
most common stitch
types
are
shown
symbolically.
Press
against
the
lower
part
of
the
contai
ner
until
the
lower
tabs
snap
into
the
lower
slots
of
the
looper
cover.
For
removal
of
the
lint
box,
use
the
reverse
sequence.
Note:
For
safety
reasons,
as soon as
the
looper cover
is
opened,
the
power
sup
ply
to the
machine
is
interrupted,
i.e.
the
machine
will
not
operate.
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Before
the thread spools are
set
in
place,
thread
spool stand 24
must be pulled
as
far
as
it will
go
to
the
back.
The thread spool net
included in the
accessories
should be used
for synthetic
yarns which unwind
easily
from the spool.
The
net must
be
slid
over the thread
spool
from
below
before
placing
it on
the
thread
spool stand.
Telescopic
thread guide
Extend telescopic
thread guide
21
upwards.
To
ensure
optimum
thread
take-off, the
two upper
telescopes
must
be
rotated
slowly
until their locking
balls
are
heard
to
lock
into place.
The thread
unreeling disc included
in the
accessories
is
intended
for use
with smal
ler
thread
spools. Insert
the
thread unree
ling disc
into
the thread
spool and place
them both on
the cone adapter
ofthe
thread spool pin.
Thread spool
stand
Thread
spool net
Thread unreeling
disc
10

As
shown
in
the
illustration,
up
to two
needles
can
be
inserted
into
the
needle
holder. Retaining
screw
A belongs
to the
right
overedge
needle,
retaining
screw
B
to
the
left overedge
needle.
Overedge
needles
for
system
EL
X
705,
Cat. Nr.
2002
are
required
for
this
machine.
Lower
the
sewing foot
with
the
sewing
foot
lift
and
turn
the
handwheel
until
the
needle
is at
its
highest
point.
In this instructions
manual
the
various
needle
positions
are shown
in
a
schematic
drawing
of the
needle
holder.
See
the
above examples.
Note:
If both
the
left
and
right
overedge
needles
have
been
inserted,
the
left
needle
will
be
somewhat
higher
than
the
right
needle.
Loosen
the
needle
fastening
screw
(without
removable
it
completely>
with
the
small
screwdriver
included
in the
accesso
ries
and
remove
the
needle
in a downward
motion. Insert
a new
needle
into
the
needle
holder
with
the flat side
to
the
rear
and retighten
the
respective
faste
ning
screw.
I
A
right
overedge
o
needle
threaded
B
left
Q
overedge
needle
threaded
Needle
position
left
and right
overedge
needles
threaded
Changing
the
needle
Switch
off
at
the
mains
switch.
11

A colour-coded threading diagram for
quick reference is
to be found
behind the
looper cover,
i.e.
inside
the machine.
Thread
the
individual
threads — as shown
— following
steps ito 4.
Place the thread spools
on
thread spool
stands 25. Use cone adapters
26
only
with conical spools. Further
notes
on the
thread spool net
and
thread unreeling disc
are to
be
found
on page 10.
Insert the
threads through the guide wires
20
from
back to front according
to the
colour
coding.
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Faden
linke
rechte
Nadel Nadel
The colour markings are applicable
as
fol
lows:
1.
Right
overedge looper = red
2. Left overedge looper = yellow
3. Right needle
= green
4. Left needle = blue
Lift carrying handle
3.
Insert the threads
beneath
the handle and through rear gui
des 33 by pulling down with both hands
until the yarn slips under the guide wire.
Now pull the thread between the tension
discs
and press it down until it is lodged
between the latter. Return the carrying
handle
to its closed position.
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Threading
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Threading/guide wires
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tnsert
the thread along the path marked in
red
through guides 5 to
8.
Threading/right overedge
looper
(red)
Thread
by following steps
ito 9.
Note: To facilitate threading,
use
the
tweezers included in
the accessory
box.
Insert
the thread from
the front through
the eye in overedge
looper
9. Pull
about
10 cm of thread through
the
looper and
lay it to the left
underneath
the sewing
foot.
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Threading the
left overedge
loopers
(yellow)
Turn the
handwheel
in the direction
of the
arrow you until
overedge
looper 15 is
positioned at the
extreme
right.
Insert the thread by
following steps
ito 10.
Note: To
facilitate
threading, use
the
tweezers included
in the accessory
box.
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Insert
the
thread
along
the
path
marked
in
yellow
through guides
4
to
8.
The
diagrams
to
be
found
behind
the
looper
cover illustrate
the
principles
of
threading.
Lay
the thread
from back
to
front over
the
right-hand
side
of
the
looper. Carefully
pull
the
thread
to
the
left
and
slightly
down
until
it
slips
into
notch
B
(=
threa
ding point
9)
of
the
looper.
C
Insert the
thread
from
the
front
through
ihe
eye
of
left
overedge
looper C
(=
threa
ding
point
10).
The
thread must
run
along
the
groove in
the
looper.
Pull
about
10
cm of
thread through
the
looper and
lay
it
to
the
left
underneath
the
sewing foot.
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Threading/right needle
A
(green)
Insert
the
thread
by
following
steps
1
to
9.
Note:
The
thread
must
run
through
the
upper
slot
in
guide
7.
Pull
about
10
cm
of
thread through the
looper
and
lay
it
to
the
left
underneath the
sewing
foot.
Note:
To
facilitate
threading of
the
needle
eye,
use
the
tweezers
included
in
the
accessory
box
and
lower
the
sewing foot.
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