Pfaff hobby 4240 инструкция

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    F hobby 4240, 4250, 4260 -4 Instructions for use[…]

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    For easier understanding of this instruction manual please fold this or the last page out when reading. Safety rules For the United Kingdom only The leads must definitely not be connected to the safety load terminal I nor to a plug with three pins. The wires in the mains lead are coloured according to the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live A[…]

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    Important safety instructions For the United States and Canada only When you use an electrical appliance, basic safety precauti ons should always be adhered to as follows: Read all instruc tions 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. Alway[…]

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    Parts of the sewing machine hobby 4260 1 Bobbin winder tension 2 Thread guide 3 Needle thread tension 4 Carrying handle 5 Bobbin pins 6 Bobbin winder 7 Stitch-width adjustment dial 8 Hand wheel 9 Hand wheel release disc 10 Stitch-length adjustment dial 11 Reverse key 1 2 Connection bushing 1 3 On/off switch 14 Baseplate 1 5 Detachable work support […]

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    Notes on safety for domestic sewing machines according to DIN 57 700, Section 28 or IEC 335, Section 28. 1. The user must exercise adequate caution with regard to the up and down moving of the needle and constantly observe the sewing area during work. 2. When leaving the machine, during maintenance work or when changing mechanical parts or accessor[…]

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    Effective and modern sewing Congratulations! You have purchased a product of the highest quality which offers you unique benefits. Your new sewing machine can deal with almost any material and will sew through thick and thin for you. The design and technology used on this machine are state-of-the-art and you will find that these instructions are ju[…]

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    Contents Accessories and needles. Accessory compartment . Adjusting stretch stitches Attaching buttons Bias tape binder Blind-stitch foot Bobbin case Bobbin thread tension . Bobbin winding Buttonhole Changing the needle Changing the presser foot Cleaning and oiling Closed overlock stitch Control panel Control pedal Cording foot Covering the feed do[…]

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    Needle position 29 Needle thread tension 20, 28 Non-elastic stitches 39 Notes on safety 1 On/off switch 10 Open overlock stitch 34 Overlock stitches 34 Patches 42 Patchwork quilt 51 Practical sewing 27 — 48 Presser feet (special accessories) 55 Presser feet (standard accessories) 54 Presser foot lifter 18 Quilt and patchwork foot 58 Removing the […]

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    hobby 4260 — Stitch chart A ,, II) /// // -W I’ C — (_ _j — — / ‘,, / I—,j I .. Ill .‘,,- ii ‘ FE I “S N III / —i, l — V “- //7 // -‘ ‘Si i ., I ‘-.. .-— _…. III -*.. i “‘ “, — For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of the stitch-length adjustment b[…]

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    hobby 4250 — Stitch chart 118 EFG H I K L E F G H I K L U ilflflUflflilflilflO flu = A ,‘ — ,- ,v .. _— %. C ..- ._.— “ ‘* % ii I — -.. III III -“/ // ‘— I I ‘. i—. [ G+D<> For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of the stitch-length adjustment button (10). Program Na[…]

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    hobby 4240 — Stitch chart E F,G H I E F,G H A / .— C N ‘ / I / .z , HI /// N ,-“ UI ‘ ‘*. / It / — -,. /// // [I N NI . , For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of the stitch-length adjustment button (10). Program Name Application B/AC/D Buttonhole Standard buttonhole […]

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    4 ir Operating the machine Electrical connection Detachable work support Free arm Bobbin winding Bobbin case Bobbin thread tension Threading the needle thread Drawing up the bobbin thread Presser foot lifter Thread trimmer Changing the needle Needle thread tension Covering the feed dog Control panel Reverse sewing Stitch length adjustment button St[…]

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    Carry case The carry case, which is part of the basic equipment, protects your sewing machine from dust and damage during transport. Connect the plug of the foot pedal to the con nection bushing (12) on the sewing machine and the electrical socket. The sewing speed is regulated by pressing the foot pedal. The sewing lamp lights up when the on/off s[…]

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    Removing the detachable work support! free arm In order to be able to sew with the free arm, you must swing the detachable work support to the left and lift it out of the hole. When removing and inserting the detachable work support, be careful to ensure that it is flush with the free arm of the sewing machine. Accessory compartment Detachable work[…]

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    I 7 — 4 I Hold the handwheel <8) and press the hand- wheel release disc (9) to the “bobbin” symbol. This stops the needle from moving while the machine is winding the bobbin. Place the empty bobbin onto the pin of the bobbin winding mechanism and press it down as far as possible. Pull the bobbin to the right as far as it will go. Note: It is[…]

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    —4 on it. Place the thread clockwise into the bobbin winder tension (1) and run it to the bobbin. There the thread is passed through a hole and held tight. Turn the on/off switch (13) on and press the foot pedal. Let go of the thread after a few revolutions. As soon as the bobbin is full the bobbin win ding procedure stops automatically. Press th[…]

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    Hook cover Switch off on/off switch (13) Hold the side of the hook cover (26) and open it towards you. Removing the bobbin case Raise the bobbin case cover and pull out the bobbin case. Release the cover and remove the bobbin. To ensure perfect sewing and a durable seam, the top and bottom thread-tensions must be well adjusted to each other and the[…]

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    nserting the bobbin Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case In doing so, pull the thread through the slit A, then under the tension plate B until it lies in the opening (see arrow). Checking the bobbin thread tension Hold the thread protruding from the bobbin case and pull the thread upwards sharply. The bobbin case must drop down the thread during […]

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    Pull the spool holder (5) up and mount the thread. Raise the presser foot lifter (23). Turn the handwheel until the take up lever (21) and the needle are at their highest point. The black arrows on the sewing machine show you the correct path for the thread. Using both hands, pull the thread from the back to the front into the thread guide (2) and […]

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    Threading the needle Thread the needle thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. 17[…]

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    Presser toot lifter The presser foot is raised and lowered with the presser foot lifter (23). Drawing up the bobbin thread Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread and turn the handwheel towards you until the needle returns to its highest position and the bobbin thread has formed a loop. Pull the needle thread to draw up the bobbin thread. /3[…]

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    Raise the needle to its highest position. Press the front of the presser foot up and the rear of the presser foot down until it clicks out of the presser foot holder (17). Engaging the presser foot Lay the presser foot underneath the presser foot holder (17) so that the pins of the foot click into the presser foot holder when the presser foot lifte[…]

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    Changing the needle Switch off the on/off switch (13). Removal: Lower the presser foot and raise the needle to its highest position. Loosen the needle retaining screw (22) and remove the needle by pulling it downwards. Insertion: The flat side of the needle A must be facing the rear. Lower the presser foot and insert the needle by pushing it upward[…]

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    The left adjustment button (24) with the letters is for selecting the various stitches. With the lower right adjustment button (10) you can adjust the stitch length, the buttonhole spacing and the stretch stitches. Only on model 4260: With the upper right adjustment button (7) you can vary the zigzag width from 0 to 5 mm and on the straight stitch […]

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    Reverse sewing The machine sews in reverse only as long as the reverse sewing key (11) is pressed. “Buttonhole” symbol 4 Between the numbers 0 and 1 you can find the “buttonhole” symbol. This area is the optimum stitch density for sewing buttonho les. The further you turn the dial to 0, the den ser the stitch becomes. Stitch length adjustme[…]

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    cc’ 1 Stitch width adjustment button (only on model 4260) With the stitch length adjustment button (7) you can infinitely adjust the width of the zigzag stitch from 0 to 5 mm by turning the point marking on the button to the required width. When sewing with the straight stitch E you can vary the needle position from “middle” to ,,right” by […]

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    All stitch patterns that you can sew with your machine are illustrated in the stitch pattern chart (25). Using the stitch pattern adjustment button (24) you set the desired stitch by turning the dial so that the required letter is directly underneath the point marking. 3 2 c, 0 Setting utility stitches I 24[…]

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    cc All of the stitches on the black background are stretch stitches, i.e. they are suitable for stretch fabrics. Turn the stitch length adjustment button (10) to the “stretch” symbol and select the desired stitch with the stitch pattern adjustment button (24). I-—- Adjusting the stretch stitches 25[…]

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    General sewing aids Non-elastic stitches Elastic stitches Sewing on buttons Overlock stitches Buttonhole Hem with the twin needle Smocking Gathering Darning Sewing on zippers Stabilizing edges Sewing lace Shell edging Page 28 Page 29 Pages 30, 32, 33, 35 Page 31 Page 34 Pages 36, 37 Page 38 Page 39 Pages 40, 41 Pages 42, 43 Pages 44, 45 Page 46 Pag[…]

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    V Needle thread tension To ensure a perfect sewing result the needle and bobbin thread tensions must be perfectly tuned to each other. The normal setting for utility stitches is between 4 — 5. Check the tension with a broad zigzag stitch. The threads must be interlaced between the two fabric plies. If the needle thread tension is too high, th[…]

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    Straight stitch Program E is the basic straight stitch with the needle position middle. The stitch length can be lengthened up to 4 mm. Basic straight stitch with needle position “left’s (only models 4260 and 4250) Some sewing processes cah be carried out more easily by altering the needle position. Eg. topstitching a collar or sewing on a zip […]

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    The elastic blind stitch is especially suitable for invisible hems; sewing by hand is no lon ger necessary. It is equally suitable for both stretch and non-stretch fabrics. The hem is sewn and serged simultaneously, i.e. an extra serging of the fabric edge is not necessary. — On materials which fray strongly, serge the hem edge separately. — Fo[…]

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    Sewing on buttons For sewing on buttons, the presser foot must be removed and the feed dog must be cove red with the darning plate. — Select the 4 mm zigzag stitch (model 4260: stitch F. stitch width adjustment button at 4; model 4250 and 4240: stitch G) — Turn the handwheel towards you and move the button in such a way that the needle enters t[…]

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    4260/4240: Stitch F stretch 4250: Stitch G stretch Stretch triple straight stitch With this program, all seams which require a high level of durability are sewn: e.g. crotch seams. Stretch triple zigzag The stretch triple zigzag is a very elastic and decorative seam which is particularly suitable for T-shirts and underwear. — Serge the fabric edg[…]

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    /JfSJV / .f 4(1 I 4260: Stitch G 4250/4240: Stitch H Elastic stitch Because of its high elasticity, this stitch is used for sewing on elastic band. e.g. on underwear. — Cut off the old elastic band close to the fabric edge. — Gather the fabric with the 4 mm long straight stitch (c.f. page 40). — Slide the workpiece between the elastic band o[…]

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    N N N N N N N N N N N N N What is an overlock stitch? Stitch K stretch For elastic and knitted materials, the hobby (only models 4250 and 4260) models 4250 and 4260 offer overlock stit ches which sew two fabric layers together and Closed overlock stitch serge simultaneously. They are more elastic than normal seams, very durable and easy and With th[…]

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    Buttonholes Sewing buttonholes is very easy with all of the hobby models because the fabric does not have to be rotated. To make sewing buttonho es even easier we recommend the buttonhole foot (special accessories). Generally, buttonholes are sewn into lined, doubled fabric. However, it is necessary to additionally line some materials such as silk,[…]

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    wIiIEiT A B I Program B/AC/D Stitch length symbol “buttonhole’s Sewing buttonholes with zhe buttonhole foot Linen buttonhole — Insert the buttonhole foot and slide the foot forwards as far as it will go. — Position the pattern adjustment dial at B and sew the first buttonhole seam in the desired length. — Then, with the setting AC. sew a […]

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    Hem with the twin needle Topstitching work can be carried out on normal and stretch Materials with the twin needle. Professional hems on T-shirts, knitwear and cycling shorts can be sewn quickly and easily with the twin needle. The twin needle is avai lable in various widths. Please ensure that you use the jersey needle for stretch fabricsl The twi[…]

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    Fine, light fabrics such as Batist. viscose and silk are especially suitable for beautiful smoc king work. For smocking work with the elastic thread you should use an additional bobbin case and wind it by hand with the elastic thread. As the elastic thread is much stronger than the normal bobbin thread, the tension of the bobbin case must be set at[…]

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    With the program E you can gather sleeves, skirts and valances with a stitch length of 4 mm. To ensure a regular gathering effect you should sew two or three rows of gathe ring. — Mark the first line on the face side of the fabric and sew along it. Allow the threads to protrude approx. 10 — 20 cm. — Each subsequent seam can be sewn one presse[…]

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    Gathering with the elastic thread Sleeve and waist seams can be gathered with ease using an elastic thread. The elastic thread does not have to be wound onto the bobbin. — Mark the first gathering seam on the reverse side of the fabric. — Sew a few stitches using the honeycomb stitch and leave the needle in the fabric. The needle must be in the[…]

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    4260: Stitch G 4250/4240: Stitch H Darning with the elastic stitch Darning with the elastic stitch is especially suitable for repairing damaged areas. — Sew over the damaged area in rows until it is well covered. Take care to ensure that the rows overlap. Sewing on patches To cover larger holes well, it is necessary to sew a new piece of fabric o[…]

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    H I Repairing tears On tears, frayed edges or small holes it is use ful to lay a piece of fabric under the reverse side of the fabric. The underlayed fabric rein forces the workpiece and ensures you a per fect repair. — Lay a piece of fabric underneath the mate rial. It must always be a little larger than the damaged area. — Now sew over the da[…]

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    There are various methods of sewing on zip pers. For skirts we recommend the bilaterally concealed zipper, for men’s and ladies, trou sers the unilaterally concealed zipper. The market offers various zippers. We recommend using a metal zipper for strong fabrics such as denim. For all other materials we recommend a plastic zipper. It is important […]

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    — Sew the second half of the zipper parallel at the same distance. — Stop after the first half and leave the needle in the fabric. Raise the presser foot and open the zipper. — Now you can finish sewing the seam. — Iron over the seam allowances, taking care to ensure that the underlap protrudes by about 4 mm. — Baste the zipper under the […]

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    Stabilizing edges With the hemmer (special accessories> you can stabilize blouses, silk cravats and valances with ease, without having to pre-iron the fabric edges. The hemming prevents the edges from fraying and a clean, durable edge is the result. — Fold the beginning of the fabric edge over twice (each approx. 2 mm>. — Lay the folded f[…]

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    Inserting lace You can achieve a beautiful effect by inserting lace, e.g. on baby and children’s clothing. — First the lace is basted onto the face side of the fabric. — Sew on both sides of the lace at a narrow margin. — The fabric underneath the lace is cut down the middle and ironed to the side. — Sew over both edges of the lace with a[…]

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    The shell edge is especially attractive on thin, soft fabrics such as silk and viscose. It is often used as an edging on underwear. The higher the needle thread tension, the deeper the shell edge feed. — Serge the fabric edge and iron over the seam allowance. — Take care that the fabric only runs half underneath the presser foot while sewing. T[…]

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    Richelieu Page 50 Patchwork quilt Page 51 Hemstitch seam Page 52 I TradtionaI embroidery techniques 49[…]

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    This especially artistic form of eyelet and insert embroidery is easy to sew with your sewing machine. — Using a magic marker, draw your motif onto the face side of the fabric. — Then place two layers of Avalon fleece underneath the parts to be embroidered and clamp both the fabric and the fleece into an embroidery frame. — Insert foot number[…]

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    Patching and quilting are traditional handicraft techniques which were originally used by north American pioneer women to make use of leftover fabric. Over the years it has develo ped into a creative hobby. Patchwork quilts used to be sewn exclusively by hand. Nowadays, however, you have the possibility to make your creative ideas a reality in a mu[…]

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    Hemstitch seam The hemstitch seam is an old embroidery technique and can be used to secure edges on table linen as well as for decoration on clo thing. For your hemstitching work you will require a wing needle and coarse linen out of which you can easily pull the single threads. Furthermore, the darning and patching thread is particularly suitable.[…]

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    Accessories and needles Presser feet (normal accessories> Special accessories chart Bias-tape binder Multi-stitch gathering attachment Felling foot Single-needle cording foot Knit-edge foot Quilt and patchwork foot Needle chart Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 56 Page 57 Page 57 Page 58 Page 58 Page 59, 60 53[…]

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    Presser feet (normal accessories) O Standard presser foot Part no.: 98-694 847-00 3 Blind-stitch foot Part no.: 98-694 845-00 4 Zipper foot Part no.: 98-694 843-00 I I Darning plate Screwdriver Brush Oil tube Knife Felt discs (2 x) I 6 — -_, _s. -*. V 54[…]

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    Presser feet (special accessories) The special accessories are for special sewing work. They are available from your dealer. Special accessories Part no.: Sewing operation Decorative cording foot 93-036 942-9 1 The spaces of the cording con be embroidered. Cording foot, 5 grooves 93-042 950-91 (twin needle with needle gauge 1.6 — 2.0) For sewing […]

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    L Binding with a bias tape is a simple way of lending fabric edges a smooth, clean appea rance. You will need: bias tape, 24 mm wide, unfolded. — Remove the presser foot and the presser foot holder and screw on the tape binder. — Cut diagonally across the beginning of the bias tape. — Guide the tape into the pouch of the tape binder and pull […]

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    Felling seams are decorative and durable. The refore, they are especially suitable for sport swear and children’s wear. men’s shirts and jeans. These seams are particularly attractive when you use sewing threads of contrasting colours. — Lay the pieces of material together, reverse side to reverse side. — Let the trimmed edge of the bottom […]

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    As the knit-edge foot has two presser foot soles of differing height, thick knitted fabrics can be sewn with ease. To do so select the open or the closed overtock stitch. To ensure a perfect seam on fashioned workpieces, we recommend sewing a woollen thread under slight tension along with the thread while simultaneously sewing over it. When using t[…]

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    Needle chart Using the right needle ensures the optimal sewing of the material. Fabric weight: Fabric weight: Fabric weight: light medium heavy Needle size Needle size Needle size 60 70 75 80 90 100 110 120 Needle points System and Profile Point and Suitable for needle size eye 130/705 H Small Universal needle for fine-meshed Needle thickness: ball[…]

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    Needle chart System and Stitch length Stitch width Needle Suitable for needle size spacing 130/705 H-ZWI 2,5 mm — 1,6 mm Normal cording Thickness: 80 2,5 mm — 2.0 mm Normal cording 130/705 H-ZWI Thickness: 80 2,5 mm — 2.5 mm Wide cording Thickness: 90 2,5 mm — 3,0 mm Extra wide Thickness: 100 3,0 mm — 4,0 mm cording Decorative designs wit[…]

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    Maintenance and trouble shooting Cleaning and oiling Page 62 Removing the needle plate Page 63 Replacing the sewing lamp Page 63 Trouble shooting Page 64 61[…]

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    q?1v Unlocking the hook To unlock the hook, fold open the black bar of the hook race. You can now remove the hook. Pull the hook cover ring out towards you. — Then place one drop of oil into the hook race (every 15 — 20 hours of operation). The machine is maintenance-free and must not be oiled at any other points. Cleaning and oiling — Clean […]

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    Removing the needle plate Raise the presser foot holder (23) and click out the presser foot. The needle must be at its highest position. Switch off the on/off switch (13). — Pull the plug of the foot pedal out of the machine. — Remove the detachable work support (15). The sewing lamp is in the head of the machine. — Remove the detachable work[…]

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    Trouble shooting Problem: 1. The machine skips stitches. The needle ist not inserted properly. The wrong needle is inserted. The needle is bent or blunt. The machine ist not correctly theaded. The needle is too fine for the thread. 2. The needle thread breaks Due to the above reasons. When the thread tension is too tight. When the thread quality is[…]

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    Parts of the sewing machine hobby 4250, 4240 1 Bobbin winder tension 2 Thread guide 3 Needle thread tension 4 Carrying handle 5 Spool stand 6 Bobbin winder 8 Handwheel 9 Handwheel release disc 1 0 Stitch length adjustment button 11 Reverse key 1 2 Connection bushing 1 3 On/off switch 14 Base plate 1 5 Detachable work support with accessory compartm[…]

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F hobby 4240, 4250, 4260

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Instructions for use

For easier understanding of this instruction manual

please fold this or the last page out when reading.

Safety rules

For the United Kingdom only

The leads must definitely not be connected to the safety load terminal I nor to a plug with three pins.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured according to the following code:

Blue: Neutral 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, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be con nected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected 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 3 A spare fuses must be used as approved by ASTA according to BS 1362 and the fuse cover must be marked 3 A or with the corresponding 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.

You will find the contents on page 4 and 5

Important safety instructions

For the United States and Canada only

When you use an electrical appliance, basic safety precauti

ons should always be adhered to as follows: Read all instruc

tions 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. Always 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.

VVARNING 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. Never 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 center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical

adjustment.

4, 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.

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 away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing

machine needle.

12. 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.

16. Always unplug sewing machine from the electric outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or

when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

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.

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Parts of the sewing machine

hobby 4260

1 Bobbin winder tension

2 Thread guide

3 Needle thread tension

4 Carrying handle

5 Bobbin pins

6 Bobbin winder

7 Stitch-width adjustment dial

8 Hand wheel

9 Hand wheel release disc

10 Stitch-length adjustment dial

11 Reverse key

1 2 Connection bushing

1 3 On/off switch

14 Baseplate

1 5 Detachable work support with accessory box

1 6 Needle plate

1 7 Presser foot holder with presser foot

1 8 Thread guide

1 9 Thread guide

20 Threading slots

21 Take-up lever

22 Needle holder with retaining screw

23 Presser foot lifter

24 Stitch pattern adjustment knob

25 Stitch pattern chart

26 Free-arm cover (enclosing sewing hook)

27 Feed dog 28 Needle bar

29 Sewing lamp

30 Thread trimmer

Notes on safety for domestic sewing

machines according to DIN 57 700, Section

28 or IEC 335, Section 28.

1. The user must exercise adequate caution

with regard to the up and down moving

of the needle and constantly observe the

sewing area during work.

2. When leaving the machine, during

maintenance work or when changing

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 must only

be adjusted by a Pfafl mechanic.

5. The machine must be put into operation

according to the indications on the

specification plate.

6. Do not place 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.

8. Do not pull the mains plug out of the

socket by its cord.

9. If this appliance is used for another pur

pose than intended or if it is wrongly ope

rated, we will not 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 service staff.

11. Be sure to use only original PFAFF

parts.

Environment

The recommended environment is: Ambient

temperature 100 C to 40 C, Humidity 20% to

80%.

This sewing machine is a high-quality electro

nic-mechanical appliance; it is a machine for

supervised use in the home. It should be ope

rated in such a way that it is not subjected to:

dust, severe dampness, direct sunlight, sta

tic electricity, heat-producing objects, cor

rosive chemicals or liquids.

For ventilation purposes the machine must be

used on a free surface, which is both firm and

even.

Treatment

Always protect the machine against damage

which night occur by hitting or dropping it.

Cleaning

Housing: To clean the housing, use a dry, clean and soft

cloth which is free of fluff. To remove any

stubborn dirt, use a soft cloth with alcohol or

paraffin.

Please Note!

Do not use any insecticides or chemical pro

ducts such as petrol (gas) or thin chemicals

for cleaning the housing.

Notes on safety

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Effective and modern sewing

Congratulations! You have purchased a product of

the highest quality which offers you unique

benefits. Your new sewing machine can deal with

almost any material and will sew through thick and

thin for you.

The design and technology used on this machine

are state-of-the-art and you will find that these

instructions are just as easy to use as your PFAFF

sewing machine itself.

If you take the time to read through the instruction

booklet carefully, nothing can go wrong.

Its worth it! Because this is the only way to really

find out about all of the options your machine has

to offer and how to make the most of them.

If you should have any questions No problem!

Your PFAFF specialist is always happy to help.

So go for it! And have fun making your fashion

ideas a reality.

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Contents Accessories and needles.

Accessory compartment .

Adjusting stretch stitches

Attaching buttons

Bias tape binder

Blind-stitch foot

Bobbin case

Bobbin thread tension .

Bobbin winding

Buttonhole

Changing the needle

Changing the presser foot

Cleaning and oiling

Closed overlock stitch

Control panel

Control pedal

Cording foot

Covering the feed dog .

Darning

Darning plate

Darning tears

Detachable work support

Drawing up the bobbin thread

Edge guide

Elastic blind stitch

Elastic stitch

Elastic stitches

Electrical connection

Foot control

Free arm

Gathering with the elastic thread

Gathering with the straight stitch

General sewing aids

Handwheel release disc . .

Hem with the twin needle .

Hem-stitching

Honeycomb stitch

Knit-edge foot

Lace

Lap feller

Left needle-position

Light bulb

Linen buttonhole

Linen buttonhole with gimp thread

Lubrication

Mounting the bobbin

Multi-stitch gathering attachment.

Needle chart

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Needle position 29

Needle thread tension 20, 28

Non-elastic stitches 39

Notes on safety 1

On/off switch 10

Open overlock stitch 34

Overlock stitches 34

Patches 42

Patchwork quilt 51

Practical sewing 27 48

Presser feet (special accessories) 55

Presser feet (standard accessories) 54

Presser foot lifter 18

Quilt and patchwork foot 58

Removing the needle plate 63

Reverse sewing 22

Richelieu 50

Serging with the blind stitch foot 29, 30, 34

Serging with the zigzag stitch 29

Servicing and trouble shooting 61 64

Setting the utility stitches 24

Sewing lamp 63

Sewing on zippers 44, 45

Shell edging 48

Smocking 39

Special accessory chart 55

Spring stitch 35

Stabilizing 46

Stitch chart 6 8

Stitch density 22

Stitch length adjustment button 23

Stitch width adjustment button 23

Straight stitch 29

Stretch triple straight stitch 32

Stretch triple zigzag stitch 32

Thread trimmer 18

Threading the machine 17

Threading the needle thread 16

Topstitching 28

Trouble shooting 64

Trouble shooting 64

Twin needle 23, 38

Unlocking the hook 62

Utility stitch chart 6 8

Zigzag stitch 29

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hobby 4260 — Stitch chart

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For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of

the stitch-length adjustment button (10).

Program Name

B/AC/D Buttonhole

E Straight stitch

F Zigzag stitch

G Elasticstitch

H Elastic blind stitch

I Decorativ elastic stitch

Application

Standard buttonhole for e.g. blouses and bed linen

For all straight stitch and lockstitch work up to 4 mm

For serging and appliqu

For stitching on elastic band, darning tears

and patches

For invisible hem attachment and

simultaneous serging

For overstitching two touching fabric

layers

K Greek stitch A classical decorative stitch e.g. for borders and

towels

L Shell-edging stitch For decorative hems on fine materials,

e. g. linen

flfl E Stretch triple For stretch seams, e. g. crotch seams on

straight stitch sport and workwear

JI F Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

zigzag stitch elastic materials

till G Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads, overlocking

towelling and for decorative hem seams

Ill! H Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

fl I Spring stitch For overstitching two touching fabric layers.

Also for stretch fabrics.

jflj K Closed A closing and serging seam for fraying

overlock stitch materials

Iii L Open A closing and serging seam for stronger,

overlock stitch non-fraying materials

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hobby 4250 Stitch chart

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For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of

the stitch-length adjustment button (10).

Program Name Application

8/AC/D Buttonhole Standard buttonhole for e. g. blouses and bed linen

E Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitch

needle position middle work up to 4 mm

F Straight stitch, For all sewing and topstitch work

needle position left requiring a left needle position

G Zigzag stitch For serging and appliqu

H Elastic stitch For stitching on elastic band, darning tears

and patches

I Elastic blind stitch For invisible hem attachment and

simultaneous serging

K Greekstitch A classical decorative stitch e. g. for borders and

towels

L Shell-edging stitch For decorative hems on fine materials,

e. g. linen

liii E Stretch-3fach-Geradstich For stretch seams, e. g. crotch seams on

Nadelposition mitte sport and workwear

fill F Stretch triple straight stitch For stretch seams requiring a left needle

needle position left position

fill G Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

zigzag stitch elastic materials

fill H Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads, overlocking

towelling and for decorative hem seams

fill I Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

fiji K Closed A closing and serging seam for fraying

overlock stitch materials

flil L Open A closing and serging seam for stronger,

overlock stitch non-fraying materials

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hobby 4240 — Stitch chart

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For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of

the stitch-length adjustment button (10).

Program Name Application

B/AC/D Buttonhole Standard buttonhole for e. g. blouses and bed linen

E Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitch work

up to 4 mm

F, G Zigzag stitch For serging and appliqu

in various widths

H Elastic stitch For stitching on elastic band,

darning tears and patches

I Elastic blind stitch For invisible hem attachment and

simultaneous serging

flfl E Stretch triple For stretch seams, e. g. crotch seams on

straight stitch sport and workwear

1W F, G Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

zigzag stitch elastic materials

in various widths

I H Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads,

overlocking towelling and for

decorative hem seams

Ifil I Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

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Operating the machine

Electrical connection Detachable work support Free arm Bobbin winding Bobbin case Bobbin thread tension Threading the needle thread

Drawing up the bobbin thread

Presser foot lifter Thread trimmer Changing the needle Needle thread tension Covering the feed dog Control panel Reverse sewing Stitch length adjustment button

Stitch width adjustment button

Setting the utility stitches Setting the stretch stitches

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Carry case

The carry case, which is part of the basic

equipment, protects your sewing machine

from dust and damage during transport.

Connect the plug of the foot pedal to the con

nection bushing (12) on the sewing machine

and the electrical socket. The sewing speed is

regulated by pressing the foot pedal.

The sewing lamp lights up when the on/off

switch (13) is turned on. The machine is now

ready to sew.

Carrying handle

This can be raised by lightly pressing the

round groove in the carrying handle (4).

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Electrical connection On/off switch

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 outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does

not fit, contact a qulified electrican to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

For this sewing machine model 4240, 4250, 4280 foot controller type YC-482-3 has to be used.

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Removing the detachable work support!

free arm

In order to be able to sew with the free arm,

you must swing the detachable work support

to the left and lift it out of the hole.

When removing and inserting the detachable

work support, be careful to ensure that it is

flush with the free arm of the sewing

machine.

Accessory compartment Detachable work support

Open the detachable work support (15). Using both hands, swing the detachable work

support (15) to the left.

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Organizing the accessories

Lay the enclosed accessories into the acces

sory compartment.

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I Hold the handwheel <8) and press the hand-

wheel release disc (9) to the bobbin symbol.

This stops the needle from moving while the

machine is winding the bobbin.

Place the empty bobbin onto the pin of the

bobbin winding mechanism and press it down

as far as possible. Pull the bobbin to the right

as far as it will go.

Note: It is only possible to wind the bobbin

when it is positioned as far to the right as

possible.

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Preparing the machine for bobbin winding

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Mounting the bobbin

Switch off the on/off switch (13)

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on it.

Place the thread clockwise into the bobbin

winder tension (1) and run it to the bobbin.

There the thread is passed through a hole and

held tight. Turn the on/off switch (13) on and

press the foot pedal.

Let go of the thread after a few revolutions.

As soon as the bobbin is full the bobbin win

ding procedure stops automatically. Press the

full bobbin to the left, remove it from the pin

and cut the thread.

Dont forget:

Press the handwheel release disc (9) back to

the sewing symbol and turn the handwheel

(8) towards you until it clicks into place.

Bobbin winder tension

The thread is passed through the bobbin

thread tension (1) in a clockwise direction and

crosses over itself on the way to the bobbin.

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I Winding the bobbin

Pull the spool holder (5) up and place a spool

p

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Hook cover

Switch off on/off switch (13)

Hold the side of the hook cover (26) and open

it towards you.

Removing the bobbin case

Raise the bobbin case cover and pull out the

bobbin case. Release the cover and remove

the bobbin.

To ensure perfect sewing and a durable seam, the top and bottom thread-tensions must be well

adjusted to each other and the threads must be interlaced between the two fabric plies. The

interlacing should be visible underneath the bottom ply when sewing decorative seams, button

holes and darning.

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nserting the bobbin

Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case In

doing so, pull the thread through the slit A,

then under the tension plate B until it lies in

the opening (see arrow).

Checking the bobbin thread tension

Hold the thread protruding from the bobbin

case and pull the thread upwards sharply. The

bobbin case must drop down the thread

during this movement.

Adjusting the setting:

Using the screwdriver from the accessories,

turn setting screw C to the left the bobbin

thread tension becomes weaker

Turn setting screw C just a little to the right

the bobbin thread tension becomes stronger.

Inserting the bobbin case

Open cover D and slide the bobbin case onto

the hook pin E as far as it will go. The bobbin

case finger F must point into cutout G.

Check:

Pull the bobbin thread sharply. The bobbin

case must not fall out of the hook.

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Pull the spool holder (5) up and mount the

thread. Raise the presser foot lifter (23). Turn

the handwheel until the take up lever (21) and

the needle are at their highest point.

The black arrows on the sewing machine

show you the correct path for the thread.

Using both hands, pull the thread from the

back to the front into the thread guide (2) and

pass it downwards through the right threa

ding slot (20). Pass the thread around lug (B)

back upwards through the left threading slot

up to the take up lever (21). The thread is

threaded through the take up lever from right

to left. Now pass the thread downwards and

lay it from the right hand side behind thread

guide (19) and thread guide (18).

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Threading the needle thread

I Switch off the on/off switch (13).

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Threading the needle

Thread the needle thread through the eye of

the needle from the front to the back.

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Presser toot lifter

The presser foot is raised and lowered with

the presser foot lifter (23).

Drawing up the bobbin thread

Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread

and turn the handwheel towards you until the

needle returns to its highest position and the

bobbin thread has formed a loop. Pull the

needle thread to draw up the bobbin thread.

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Bobbin thread Thread trimmer

Close the hook cover (26) and pass the thread Pull the thread forwards over the thread trim

under the presser foot to the left. mer (30).

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Raise the needle to its highest position. Press

the front of the presser foot up and the rear of

the presser foot down until it clicks out of the

presser foot holder (17).

Engaging the presser foot

Lay the presser foot underneath the presser

foot holder (17) so that the pins of the foot

click into the presser foot holder when the

presser foot lifter (23) is lowered.

Check:

Please ensure that the presser foot is correctly

in place by raising the presser foot lifter.

Disengaging the presser foot Switch off the on/off switch (13).

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Changing the needle Switch off the on/off switch (13).

Removal: Lower the presser foot and raise the needle to its highest position. Loosen the needle

retaining screw (22) and remove the needle by pulling it downwards.

Insertion: The flat side of the needle A must be facing the rear. Lower the presser foot and

insert the needle by pushing it upwards as far as possible. Hold the needle and tighten the

retaining screw (22).

Turn the needle thread tension (3) to the desi

red setting.

The normal setting for sewing is between 4

and 5 and for sewing buttonholes between 2

and 3 (see page 28).

For certain sewing procedures such as sewing

on buttons, the feed dog (27) must be cove

red with the darning plate to stop the fabric

being fed. Place the darning plate over the

feed dog (27). The narrow half of the darning

plate must be facing the front.

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Adjusting the needle thread tension Darning plate

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The left adjustment button (24) with the letters is for selecting the various stitches.

With the lower right adjustment button (10) you can adjust the stitch length, the buttonhole

spacing and the stretch stitches.

Only on model 4260:

With the upper right adjustment button (7) you can vary the zigzag width from 0 to 5 mm and

on the straight stitch E you can alter the needle position. Furthermore, a limited area is also

provided for sewing with the twin needle.

Control panel

Reverse sewing

The machine sews in reverse only as long as

the reverse sewing key (11) is pressed.

Buttonhole symbol

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Between the numbers 0 and 1 you can find

the buttonhole symbol. This area is the

optimum stitch density for sewing buttonho

les. The further you turn the dial to 0, the den

ser the stitch becomes.

Stitch length adjustment button

With the stitch length adjustment button (10)

you can adjust the stitch length infinitely bet

ween 0 and 4 mm by turning the point mar

king on the button to the required length.

Stretch symbol

To sew the stretch stitches on the black back

ground you must turn the stitch length adjust

ment button (10) clockwise to the symbol

stretch.

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cc1 Stitch width adjustment button

(only on model 4260)

With the stitch length adjustment button (7) you can infinitely adjust the width of the zigzag

stitch from 0 to 5 mm by turning the point marking on the button to the required width.

When sewing with the straight stitch E you can vary the needle position from middle to

,,right by turning the adjustment button.

Important: Only use the twin needle for

straight and zigzag stitches!

Above the stitch widths 0 and 1 you will find

the symbol twin needle. If you wish to sew

the zigzag stitch with the twin needle, the

stitch width must not exceed 2 mm. Turn the

point marking on the adjustment button (7) to

a width which is underneath the twin needle

symbol.

Note: For zigzag sewing, the twin needle must

not be wider than 2 mm and when sewing the

straight stitch not more than 3.5 mm.

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Twin needle symbol

(only on model 4260)

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All stitch patterns that you can sew with your machine are illustrated in the stitch pattern chart

(25). Using the stitch pattern adjustment button (24) you set the desired stitch by turning the

dial so that the required letter is directly underneath the point marking.

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Setting utility stitches

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cc All of the stitches on the black background are stretch stitches, i.e. they are suitable for stretch

fabrics. Turn the stitch length adjustment button (10) to the stretch symbol and select the

desired stitch with the stitch pattern adjustment button (24).

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Adjusting the stretch stitches

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General sewing aids

Non-elastic stitches

Elastic stitches

Sewing on buttons

Overlock stitches

Buttonhole Hem with the twin needle

Smocking Gathering Darning Sewing on zippers

Stabilizing edges

Sewing lace Shell edging

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Needle thread tension

To ensure a perfect sewing result the needle

and bobbin thread tensions must be perfectly

tuned to each other. The normal setting for

utility stitches is between 4 5.

Check the tension with a broad zigzag stitch.

The threads must be interlaced between the

two fabric plies.

If the needle thread tension is too high, the

threads are interlaced above the top fabric ply.

If the needle thread tension is too low, the

threads are interlaced below the lower fabric

ply.

The adjustment of the bobbin thread tension

is described on page 1 5.

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Topstitching with the edge guide

(special accessories)

For broad topstitching work we recommend

using the edge guide. This accessory guaran

tees topstitching which is parallel to the edge

of the fabric. The edge guide is inserted into

hole C and held their with retaining screw F.

To ensure a consistent feed when beginning

sewing we recommend placing the presser

foot on a piece of fabric which is the same

height as the workpiece.

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Sewing aid for thick seams

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Straight stitch

Program E is the basic straight stitch with the

needle position middle. The stitch length can

be lengthened up to 4 mm.

Basic straight stitch with needle position

lefts (only models 4260 and 4250)

Some sewing processes cah be carried out

more easily by altering the needle position.

Eg. topstitching a collar or sewing on a zip

per.

Model 4260:

Select straight stitch E and set the stitch

width adjustment button (7) to 0.

Model 4250: Select stitch F.

Please ensure that the needle is at its highest

position when adjusting its setting.

Blind stitch foot no. 3 is particularly suitable

for serging difficult materials. While sewing,

the thread passes over bar C thus preventing

the fabric edge from rolling up. This ensures a

good, smooth seam.

The trimmed edge must be guided along stop

B. You can adjust the stop with retaining

screw A.

Model 4260: Select stitch F. With the stitch width adjust

ment button (7) you can vary the width bet

ween 0 and 5 mm.

Model 4250: Select stitch G.

Model 4240: Select stitch F (2 mm) or G (4 mm).

Be careful to ensure that when serging the

fabric edges the needle perforations alternate

between entering the fabric and next to the

fabric when overstitching.

Zigzag stitch

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The elastic blind stitch is especially suitable

for invisible hems; sewing by hand is no lon

ger necessary. It is equally suitable for both

stretch and non-stretch fabrics.

The hem is sewn and serged simultaneously,

i.e. an extra serging of the fabric edge is not

necessary.

On materials which fray strongly, serge the

hem edge separately.

Fold the hem width inwards.

Now lay the hem back outwards so that the

hem edge protrudes by about 1 cm.

Now lay the fabric underneath the presser

foot so that the crease line runs along the

red guide.

The needle must catch only one texture yarn

when entering the fabric in the crease line.

4260: stitch H 4250/40: stitch IElastic blind stitch

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Sewing on buttons

For sewing on buttons, the presser foot must

be removed and the feed dog must be cove

red with the darning plate.

Select the 4 mm zigzag stitch (model 4260:

stitch F. stitch width adjustment button at

4; model 4250 and 4240: stitch G)

Turn the handwheel towards you and move

the button in such a way that the needle

enters the right hole in the button.

Now lower the presser foot lifter; this holds

the button off the blade.

Now sew on the button. Take care to ensure

that the needle also enters the right hand

hole in the button.

Knot the thread ends on the reverse side.

Sewing on buttons with a button shank

Insert the presser foot.

Place a match between the holes in the but

ton and sew as described in the left hand

column on this page.

Remove the match and pull the fabric and

the button apart.

Wrap the shank with the sewing thread and

knot it.

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4260/4240: Stitch F stretch

4250: Stitch G stretch

Stretch triple straight stitch

With this program, all seams which require a

high level of durability are sewn: e.g. crotch

seams.

Stretch triple zigzag

The stretch triple zigzag is a very elastic and

decorative seam which is particularly suitable

for T-shirts and underwear.

Serge the fabric edge.

Fold over the desired hem width.

Topstitch the hem from the face side.

Stitch E stretch

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4260: Stitch G

4250/4240: Stitch H

Elastic stitch

Because of its high elasticity, this stitch is

used for sewing on elastic band. e.g. on

underwear.

Cut off the old elastic band close to the

fabric edge.

Gather the fabric with the 4 mm long

straight stitch (c.f. page 40).

Slide the workpiece between the elastic

band or lay it underneath it and pin it down.

Sew it on using the elastic stitch. Allow the

ends of the elastic band to overlap a little

and overstitch with the elastic stitch.

On skirts and trousers, the elastic tape is

sewn onto the edge which has been prepa

red as above, using the elastic stitch.

4260: Stitch E

4250/4240: Stitch H

Honeycomb stitch

The honeycomb stitch is an elastic and deco

rative hem which is particularly suitable for

hems on underwear and T-shirts.

Fold the hem over double and overstitch it.

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N N N N N N N N N

N N N N

What is an overlock stitch? Stitch K stretch

For elastic and knitted materials, the hobby (only models 4250 and 4260)

models 4250 and 4260 offer overlock stit

ches which sew two fabric layers together and Closed overlock stitch

serge simultaneously. They are more elastic

than normal seams, very durable and easy and With this stitch you can sew jersey quality

fast to sew. perfectly. You can also sew on sleeve cuffs

and knit collars.

Tip: We recommend using blind stitch foot

no. 3 when sewing overlock seams. It guides Tip: Ensure that the sleeve cuff is stretched

particularly well and prevents the seam pucke- while it is being sewn.

ring even on broad seams.

Stitch I. stretch

(only on models 4250 and 4260)

Open overlock stitch

With this stitch, thicker materials and fabrics

which do not fray strongly can be sewn toge

ther perfectly.

Tip: Ensure that the needle sews the right

hand stitch just next to the material and not in

it.

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Buttonholes

Sewing buttonholes is very easy with all of the

hobby models because the fabric does not

have to be rotated. To make sewing buttonho

es even easier we recommend the buttonhole

foot (special accessories).

Generally, buttonholes are sewn into lined,

doubled fabric. However, it is necessary to

additionally line some materials such as silk,

organza and viscose with backing paper so

that the fabric does not gather when being

sewn.

Avalon (from Madeira) is also very good for

this purpose. This is a special type of fleece

which dissolves in water. On materials such as

velvet and thick wool fabrics which feed

poorly it can be used either on or underneath

the fabric. The material is thus fed more effi

ciently by the machine and buttonholes are

much easier to sew.

Embroidery and darning threads are particu

larly good for sewing attractive seams.

Using a magic marker or pin, mark the star

ting points of the buttonholes and always sew

a test buttonhole first.

Note:

Before every buttonhole you must slide the

runner of the buttonhole foot (special acces

sories) forwards as far as it will go. i.e. the red

arrow is at the first red line. The red markings

are 0.5 cm apart. They give you a yardstick for

determining the length of the buttonhole.

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wIiIEiT A B

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Program B/AC/D

Stitch length symbol buttonholes

Sewing buttonholes with zhe buttonhole

foot

Linen buttonhole

Insert the buttonhole foot and slide the foot

forwards as far as it will go.

Position the pattern adjustment dial at B

and sew the first buttonhole seam in the

desired length.

Then, with the setting AC. sew a few stit

ches for the bartack. You have to hold the

fabric while doing this.

Then select the letter 0 and sew the second

buttonhole seam in the reverse direction and

in the same length.

Then set AC again and sew a few bartack

stitches while holding the fabric.

Model 4240:

Knot the thread ends on the reverse side.

Model 4250:

Adjust to the straight stitch setting F (left

needle position) and sew a few tying off

stitches.

Model 4260:

Adjust the setting to straight stitch E and

select the left needle position by turning the

stitch width adjustment dial (7) to 0.

Sew a few tying off stitches.

Cut open the buttonhole with the aid of a

pair of scissors or a slitting knife.

Linen buttonhole with gimp thread

To sew especially durable buttonholes, e.g. on

sportswear, we recommend using a gimp

thread.

On elastic materials the gimp thread is parti

cularly important to prevent the buttonhole

from stretching.

Lay the gimp thread over the rear protru

sion A and pass the thread ends under

neath the presser foot towards the front.

Clamp the threads to the left and right of

protrusion B.

Slide the buttonhole runner as far forwards

as possible and sew the buttonhole as

described in the left hand column.

Pull the loop of the gimp thread into the

buttonhole and cut the threads.

Sewing buttonholes with the standard

presser foot 0

Linen buttonholes

Mark the beginning and end points of the

buttonholes on the fabric.

Proceed as described in the section

Sewing buttonholes with the buttonhole

foot.

When sewing the second buttonhole seam.

do not sew further than the beginning

point.

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Hem with the twin needle

Topstitching work can be carried out on

normal and stretch Materials with the twin

needle.

Professional hems on T-shirts, knitwear and

cycling shorts can be sewn quickly and easily

with the twin needle. The twin needle is avai

lable in various widths. Please ensure that you

use the jersey needle for stretch fabricsl

The twin needle must not be broader than 3.5

cm when sewing with the straight stitch (with

the zigzag stitch not more than 2.0 mm) to

avoid needle breakages.

First iron over the width of fabric desired

for the hem.

Then topstitch the hem from the face side.

Finally cut the protruding hem edge back to

the seam.

Tip: On difficult materials such as ribbed knit-

wear it is advisable to baste the hem before

topstitching it.

Threading the twin needle

Place a spool on both of the spool stands.

Simultaneously pass both of the threads

through the thread guide marked with the

arrows. In the right thread slot, one of the

threads must pass to the right and the

other to the left of the tension disc C.

Lay the threads behind the thread guides

(18) and (19) and thread one of the threads

into each of the right and left needles.

38

Fine, light fabrics such as Batist. viscose and

silk are especially suitable for beautiful smoc

king work. For smocking work with the elastic

thread you should use an additional bobbin

case and wind it by hand with the elastic

thread. As the elastic thread is much stronger

than

FAQ: Types of Manuals and Their Contents

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  • User Manuals: Provide comprehensive instructions on how to use the device, including setup, features, and operation. They often include troubleshooting tips, safety information, and maintenance guidelines.
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    F hobby 4240, 4250, 4260 -4 Instructions for use[…]

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    For easier understanding of this instruction manual please fold this or the last page out when reading. Safety rules For the United Kingdom only The leads must definitely not be connected to the safety load terminal I nor to a plug with three pins. The wires in the mains lead are coloured according to the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live A[…]

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    Important safety instructions For the United States and Canada only When you use an electrical appliance, basic safety precauti ons should always be adhered to as follows: Read all instruc tions 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. Alway[…]

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    PFAFF 20 H 10 19 11 18 —d 17 12 16 13 15 ____________ 14 — 29 232425 26————[…]

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    Parts of the sewing machine hobby 4260 1 Bobbin winder tension 2 Thread guide 3 Needle thread tension 4 Carrying handle 5 Bobbin pins 6 Bobbin winder 7 Stitch-width adjustment dial 8 Hand wheel 9 Hand wheel release disc 10 Stitch-length adjustment dial 11 Reverse key 1 2 Connection bushing 1 3 On/off switch 14 Baseplate 1 5 Detachable work support […]

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    Notes on safety for domestic sewing machines according to DIN 57 700, Section 28 or IEC 335, Section 28. 1. The user must exercise adequate caution with regard to the up and down moving of the needle and constantly observe the sewing area during work. 2. When leaving the machine, during maintenance work or when changing mechanical parts or accessor[…]

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    Effective and modern sewing Congratulations! You have purchased a product of the highest quality which offers you unique benefits. Your new sewing machine can deal with almost any material and will sew through thick and thin for you. The design and technology used on this machine are state-of-the-art and you will find that these instructions are ju[…]

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    Contents Accessories and needles. Accessory compartment . Adjusting stretch stitches Attaching buttons Bias tape binder Blind-stitch foot Bobbin case Bobbin thread tension . Bobbin winding Buttonhole Changing the needle Changing the presser foot Cleaning and oiling Closed overlock stitch Control panel Control pedal Cording foot Covering the feed do[…]

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    Needle position 29 Needle thread tension 20, 28 Non-elastic stitches 39 Notes on safety 1 On/off switch 10 Open overlock stitch 34 Overlock stitches 34 Patches 42 Patchwork quilt 51 Practical sewing 27 — 48 Presser feet (special accessories) 55 Presser feet (standard accessories) 54 Presser foot lifter 18 Quilt and patchwork foot 58 Removing the […]

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    hobby 4260 — Stitch chart A ,, II) /// // -W I’ C — (_ _j — — / ‘,, / I—,j I .. Ill .‘,,- ii ‘ FE I “S N III / —i, l — V “- //7 // -‘ ‘Si i ., I ‘-.. .-— _…. III -*.. i “‘ “, — For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of the stitch-length adjustment b[…]

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    hobby 4250 — Stitch chart 118 EFG H I K L E F G H I K L U ilflflUflflilflilflO flu = A ,‘ — ,- ,v .. _— %. C ..- ._.— “ ‘* % ii I — -.. III III -“/ // ‘— I I ‘. i—. [ G+D<> For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of the stitch-length adjustment button (10). Program Na[…]

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    hobby 4240 — Stitch chart E F,G H I E F,G H A / .— C N ‘ / I / .z , HI /// N ,-“ UI ‘ ‘*. / It / — -,. /// // [I N NI . , For these programs the stitch length can be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with the aid of the stitch-length adjustment button (10). Program Name Application B/AC/D Buttonhole Standard buttonhole […]

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    4 ir Operating the machine Electrical connection Detachable work support Free arm Bobbin winding Bobbin case Bobbin thread tension Threading the needle thread Drawing up the bobbin thread Presser foot lifter Thread trimmer Changing the needle Needle thread tension Covering the feed dog Control panel Reverse sewing Stitch length adjustment button St[…]

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    Carry case The carry case, which is part of the basic equipment, protects your sewing machine from dust and damage during transport. Connect the plug of the foot pedal to the con nection bushing (12) on the sewing machine and the electrical socket. The sewing speed is regulated by pressing the foot pedal. The sewing lamp lights up when the on/off s[…]

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    Removing the detachable work support! free arm In order to be able to sew with the free arm, you must swing the detachable work support to the left and lift it out of the hole. When removing and inserting the detachable work support, be careful to ensure that it is flush with the free arm of the sewing machine. Accessory compartment Detachable work[…]

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    I 7 — 4 I Hold the handwheel <8) and press the hand- wheel release disc (9) to the “bobbin” symbol. This stops the needle from moving while the machine is winding the bobbin. Place the empty bobbin onto the pin of the bobbin winding mechanism and press it down as far as possible. Pull the bobbin to the right as far as it will go. Note: It is[…]

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    —4 on it. Place the thread clockwise into the bobbin winder tension (1) and run it to the bobbin. There the thread is passed through a hole and held tight. Turn the on/off switch (13) on and press the foot pedal. Let go of the thread after a few revolutions. As soon as the bobbin is full the bobbin win ding procedure stops automatically. Press th[…]

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    Hook cover Switch off on/off switch (13) Hold the side of the hook cover (26) and open it towards you. Removing the bobbin case Raise the bobbin case cover and pull out the bobbin case. Release the cover and remove the bobbin. To ensure perfect sewing and a durable seam, the top and bottom thread-tensions must be well adjusted to each other and the[…]

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    nserting the bobbin Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case In doing so, pull the thread through the slit A, then under the tension plate B until it lies in the opening (see arrow). Checking the bobbin thread tension Hold the thread protruding from the bobbin case and pull the thread upwards sharply. The bobbin case must drop down the thread during […]

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    Pull the spool holder (5) up and mount the thread. Raise the presser foot lifter (23). Turn the handwheel until the take up lever (21) and the needle are at their highest point. The black arrows on the sewing machine show you the correct path for the thread. Using both hands, pull the thread from the back to the front into the thread guide (2) and […]

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    Threading the needle Thread the needle thread through the eye of the needle from the front to the back. 17[…]

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    Presser toot lifter The presser foot is raised and lowered with the presser foot lifter (23). Drawing up the bobbin thread Raise the presser foot. Hold the needle thread and turn the handwheel towards you until the needle returns to its highest position and the bobbin thread has formed a loop. Pull the needle thread to draw up the bobbin thread. /3[…]

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    Raise the needle to its highest position. Press the front of the presser foot up and the rear of the presser foot down until it clicks out of the presser foot holder (17). Engaging the presser foot Lay the presser foot underneath the presser foot holder (17) so that the pins of the foot click into the presser foot holder when the presser foot lifte[…]

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    Changing the needle Switch off the on/off switch (13). Removal: Lower the presser foot and raise the needle to its highest position. Loosen the needle retaining screw (22) and remove the needle by pulling it downwards. Insertion: The flat side of the needle A must be facing the rear. Lower the presser foot and insert the needle by pushing it upward[…]

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    The left adjustment button (24) with the letters is for selecting the various stitches. With the lower right adjustment button (10) you can adjust the stitch length, the buttonhole spacing and the stretch stitches. Only on model 4260: With the upper right adjustment button (7) you can vary the zigzag width from 0 to 5 mm and on the straight stitch […]

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    Reverse sewing The machine sews in reverse only as long as the reverse sewing key (11) is pressed. “Buttonhole” symbol 4 Between the numbers 0 and 1 you can find the “buttonhole” symbol. This area is the optimum stitch density for sewing buttonho les. The further you turn the dial to 0, the den ser the stitch becomes. Stitch length adjustme[…]

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    cc’ 1 Stitch width adjustment button (only on model 4260) With the stitch length adjustment button (7) you can infinitely adjust the width of the zigzag stitch from 0 to 5 mm by turning the point marking on the button to the required width. When sewing with the straight stitch E you can vary the needle position from “middle” to ,,right” by […]

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    All stitch patterns that you can sew with your machine are illustrated in the stitch pattern chart (25). Using the stitch pattern adjustment button (24) you set the desired stitch by turning the dial so that the required letter is directly underneath the point marking. 3 2 c, 0 Setting utility stitches I 24[…]

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    cc All of the stitches on the black background are stretch stitches, i.e. they are suitable for stretch fabrics. Turn the stitch length adjustment button (10) to the “stretch” symbol and select the desired stitch with the stitch pattern adjustment button (24). I-—- Adjusting the stretch stitches 25[…]

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    General sewing aids Non-elastic stitches Elastic stitches Sewing on buttons Overlock stitches Buttonhole Hem with the twin needle Smocking Gathering Darning Sewing on zippers Stabilizing edges Sewing lace Shell edging Page 28 Page 29 Pages 30, 32, 33, 35 Page 31 Page 34 Pages 36, 37 Page 38 Page 39 Pages 40, 41 Pages 42, 43 Pages 44, 45 Page 46 Pag[…]

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    V Needle thread tension To ensure a perfect sewing result the needle and bobbin thread tensions must be perfectly tuned to each other. The normal setting for utility stitches is between 4 — 5. Check the tension with a broad zigzag stitch. The threads must be interlaced between the two fabric plies. If the needle thread tension is too high, th[…]

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    Straight stitch Program E is the basic straight stitch with the needle position middle. The stitch length can be lengthened up to 4 mm. Basic straight stitch with needle position “left’s (only models 4260 and 4250) Some sewing processes cah be carried out more easily by altering the needle position. Eg. topstitching a collar or sewing on a zip […]

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    The elastic blind stitch is especially suitable for invisible hems; sewing by hand is no lon ger necessary. It is equally suitable for both stretch and non-stretch fabrics. The hem is sewn and serged simultaneously, i.e. an extra serging of the fabric edge is not necessary. — On materials which fray strongly, serge the hem edge separately. — Fo[…]

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    Sewing on buttons For sewing on buttons, the presser foot must be removed and the feed dog must be cove red with the darning plate. — Select the 4 mm zigzag stitch (model 4260: stitch F. stitch width adjustment button at 4; model 4250 and 4240: stitch G) — Turn the handwheel towards you and move the button in such a way that the needle enters t[…]

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    4260/4240: Stitch F stretch 4250: Stitch G stretch Stretch triple straight stitch With this program, all seams which require a high level of durability are sewn: e.g. crotch seams. Stretch triple zigzag The stretch triple zigzag is a very elastic and decorative seam which is particularly suitable for T-shirts and underwear. — Serge the fabric edg[…]

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    /JfSJV / .f 4(1 I 4260: Stitch G 4250/4240: Stitch H Elastic stitch Because of its high elasticity, this stitch is used for sewing on elastic band. e.g. on underwear. — Cut off the old elastic band close to the fabric edge. — Gather the fabric with the 4 mm long straight stitch (c.f. page 40). — Slide the workpiece between the elastic band o[…]

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    N N N N N N N N N N N N N What is an overlock stitch? Stitch K stretch For elastic and knitted materials, the hobby (only models 4250 and 4260) models 4250 and 4260 offer overlock stit ches which sew two fabric layers together and Closed overlock stitch serge simultaneously. They are more elastic than normal seams, very durable and easy and With th[…]

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    0 00 — GD U, ct, 3 0 GD < 0 -. . :7 ZGD GD -., ci o (0 — GO 0( — 0 0cD EcD cDc o -0 C) <C) o. p4 0) C 0(1) <GD GD :3- GD GD 0• C) GD 0 GO GD 0 GIG :3 a. DI 0 GD :3. GD 3 U’[…]

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    Buttonholes Sewing buttonholes is very easy with all of the hobby models because the fabric does not have to be rotated. To make sewing buttonho es even easier we recommend the buttonhole foot (special accessories). Generally, buttonholes are sewn into lined, doubled fabric. However, it is necessary to additionally line some materials such as silk,[…]

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    wIiIEiT A B I Program B/AC/D Stitch length symbol “buttonhole’s Sewing buttonholes with zhe buttonhole foot Linen buttonhole — Insert the buttonhole foot and slide the foot forwards as far as it will go. — Position the pattern adjustment dial at B and sew the first buttonhole seam in the desired length. — Then, with the setting AC. sew a […]

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    Hem with the twin needle Topstitching work can be carried out on normal and stretch Materials with the twin needle. Professional hems on T-shirts, knitwear and cycling shorts can be sewn quickly and easily with the twin needle. The twin needle is avai lable in various widths. Please ensure that you use the jersey needle for stretch fabricsl The twi[…]

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    Fine, light fabrics such as Batist. viscose and silk are especially suitable for beautiful smoc king work. For smocking work with the elastic thread you should use an additional bobbin case and wind it by hand with the elastic thread. As the elastic thread is much stronger than the normal bobbin thread, the tension of the bobbin case must be set at[…]

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    With the program E you can gather sleeves, skirts and valances with a stitch length of 4 mm. To ensure a regular gathering effect you should sew two or three rows of gathe ring. — Mark the first line on the face side of the fabric and sew along it. Allow the threads to protrude approx. 10 — 20 cm. — Each subsequent seam can be sewn one presse[…]

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    Gathering with the elastic thread Sleeve and waist seams can be gathered with ease using an elastic thread. The elastic thread does not have to be wound onto the bobbin. — Mark the first gathering seam on the reverse side of the fabric. — Sew a few stitches using the honeycomb stitch and leave the needle in the fabric. The needle must be in the[…]

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    4260: Stitch G 4250/4240: Stitch H Darning with the elastic stitch Darning with the elastic stitch is especially suitable for repairing damaged areas. — Sew over the damaged area in rows until it is well covered. Take care to ensure that the rows overlap. Sewing on patches To cover larger holes well, it is necessary to sew a new piece of fabric o[…]

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    H I Repairing tears On tears, frayed edges or small holes it is use ful to lay a piece of fabric under the reverse side of the fabric. The underlayed fabric rein forces the workpiece and ensures you a per fect repair. — Lay a piece of fabric underneath the mate rial. It must always be a little larger than the damaged area. — Now sew over the da[…]

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    There are various methods of sewing on zip pers. For skirts we recommend the bilaterally concealed zipper, for men’s and ladies, trou sers the unilaterally concealed zipper. The market offers various zippers. We recommend using a metal zipper for strong fabrics such as denim. For all other materials we recommend a plastic zipper. It is important […]

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    — Sew the second half of the zipper parallel at the same distance. — Stop after the first half and leave the needle in the fabric. Raise the presser foot and open the zipper. — Now you can finish sewing the seam. — Iron over the seam allowances, taking care to ensure that the underlap protrudes by about 4 mm. — Baste the zipper under the […]

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    Stabilizing edges With the hemmer (special accessories> you can stabilize blouses, silk cravats and valances with ease, without having to pre-iron the fabric edges. The hemming prevents the edges from fraying and a clean, durable edge is the result. — Fold the beginning of the fabric edge over twice (each approx. 2 mm>. — Lay the folded f[…]

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    Inserting lace You can achieve a beautiful effect by inserting lace, e.g. on baby and children’s clothing. — First the lace is basted onto the face side of the fabric. — Sew on both sides of the lace at a narrow margin. — The fabric underneath the lace is cut down the middle and ironed to the side. — Sew over both edges of the lace with a[…]

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    The shell edge is especially attractive on thin, soft fabrics such as silk and viscose. It is often used as an edging on underwear. The higher the needle thread tension, the deeper the shell edge feed. — Serge the fabric edge and iron over the seam allowance. — Take care that the fabric only runs half underneath the presser foot while sewing. T[…]

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    Richelieu Page 50 Patchwork quilt Page 51 Hemstitch seam Page 52 I TradtionaI embroidery techniques 49[…]

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    This especially artistic form of eyelet and insert embroidery is easy to sew with your sewing machine. — Using a magic marker, draw your motif onto the face side of the fabric. — Then place two layers of Avalon fleece underneath the parts to be embroidered and clamp both the fabric and the fleece into an embroidery frame. — Insert foot number[…]

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    Patching and quilting are traditional handicraft techniques which were originally used by north American pioneer women to make use of leftover fabric. Over the years it has develo ped into a creative hobby. Patchwork quilts used to be sewn exclusively by hand. Nowadays, however, you have the possibility to make your creative ideas a reality in a mu[…]

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    Hemstitch seam The hemstitch seam is an old embroidery technique and can be used to secure edges on table linen as well as for decoration on clo thing. For your hemstitching work you will require a wing needle and coarse linen out of which you can easily pull the single threads. Furthermore, the darning and patching thread is particularly suitable.[…]

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    Accessories and needles Presser feet (normal accessories> Special accessories chart Bias-tape binder Multi-stitch gathering attachment Felling foot Single-needle cording foot Knit-edge foot Quilt and patchwork foot Needle chart Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 56 Page 57 Page 57 Page 58 Page 58 Page 59, 60 53[…]

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    Presser feet (normal accessories) O Standard presser foot Part no.: 98-694 847-00 3 Blind-stitch foot Part no.: 98-694 845-00 4 Zipper foot Part no.: 98-694 843-00 I I Darning plate Screwdriver Brush Oil tube Knife Felt discs (2 x) I 6 — -_, _s. -*. V 54[…]

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    Presser feet (special accessories) The special accessories are for special sewing work. They are available from your dealer. Special accessories Part no.: Sewing operation Decorative cording foot 93-036 942-9 1 The spaces of the cording con be embroidered. Cording foot, 5 grooves 93-042 950-91 (twin needle with needle gauge 1.6 — 2.0) For sewing […]

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    L Binding with a bias tape is a simple way of lending fabric edges a smooth, clean appea rance. You will need: bias tape, 24 mm wide, unfolded. — Remove the presser foot and the presser foot holder and screw on the tape binder. — Cut diagonally across the beginning of the bias tape. — Guide the tape into the pouch of the tape binder and pull […]

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    Felling seams are decorative and durable. The refore, they are especially suitable for sport swear and children’s wear. men’s shirts and jeans. These seams are particularly attractive when you use sewing threads of contrasting colours. — Lay the pieces of material together, reverse side to reverse side. — Let the trimmed edge of the bottom […]

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    As the knit-edge foot has two presser foot soles of differing height, thick knitted fabrics can be sewn with ease. To do so select the open or the closed overtock stitch. To ensure a perfect seam on fashioned workpieces, we recommend sewing a woollen thread under slight tension along with the thread while simultaneously sewing over it. When using t[…]

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    Needle chart Using the right needle ensures the optimal sewing of the material. Fabric weight: Fabric weight: Fabric weight: light medium heavy Needle size Needle size Needle size 60 70 75 80 90 100 110 120 Needle points System and Profile Point and Suitable for needle size eye 130/705 H Small Universal needle for fine-meshed Needle thickness: ball[…]

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    Needle chart System and Stitch length Stitch width Needle Suitable for needle size spacing 130/705 H-ZWI 2,5 mm — 1,6 mm Normal cording Thickness: 80 2,5 mm — 2.0 mm Normal cording 130/705 H-ZWI Thickness: 80 2,5 mm — 2.5 mm Wide cording Thickness: 90 2,5 mm — 3,0 mm Extra wide Thickness: 100 3,0 mm — 4,0 mm cording Decorative designs wit[…]

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    Maintenance and trouble shooting Cleaning and oiling Page 62 Removing the needle plate Page 63 Replacing the sewing lamp Page 63 Trouble shooting Page 64 61[…]

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    q?1v Unlocking the hook To unlock the hook, fold open the black bar of the hook race. You can now remove the hook. Pull the hook cover ring out towards you. — Then place one drop of oil into the hook race (every 15 — 20 hours of operation). The machine is maintenance-free and must not be oiled at any other points. Cleaning and oiling — Clean […]

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    Removing the needle plate Raise the presser foot holder (23) and click out the presser foot. The needle must be at its highest position. Switch off the on/off switch (13). — Pull the plug of the foot pedal out of the machine. — Remove the detachable work support (15). The sewing lamp is in the head of the machine. — Remove the detachable work[…]

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    Trouble shooting Problem: 1. The machine skips stitches. The needle ist not inserted properly. The wrong needle is inserted. The needle is bent or blunt. The machine ist not correctly theaded. The needle is too fine for the thread. 2. The needle thread breaks Due to the above reasons. When the thread tension is too tight. When the thread quality is[…]

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    Parts of the sewing machine hobby 4250, 4240 1 Bobbin winder tension 2 Thread guide 3 Needle thread tension 4 Carrying handle 5 Spool stand 6 Bobbin winder 8 Handwheel 9 Handwheel release disc 1 0 Stitch length adjustment button 11 Reverse key 1 2 Connection bushing 1 3 On/off switch 14 Base plate 1 5 Detachable work support with accessory compartm[…]

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Pfaff hobby 4240 Sewing Machine PDF User Guides and Manuals for Free Download: Found (2) Manuals for Pfaff hobby 4240 Device Model (User Manual Manual)

The Pfaff hobby 4240 is an exceptional sewing machine that has garnered a loyal following among both novice and experienced sewists. Its reputation stems from its diverse range of features, ease of use, and consistent performance. As a versatile sewing machine, it caters to a wide variety of sewing projects, making it a sound investment for anyone looking to enhance their sewing skills or streamline their crafting process.

One of the standout features of the Pfaff hobby 4240 is its variety of built-in stitches. With over 100 different stitch options, users can explore a multitude of creative possibilities. Whether you’re working on simple repairs or crafting intricate designs, this machine provides the flexibility needed for each project. The selection includes utility stitches, decorative stitches, and even buttonhole stitches, ensuring that all sewing needs are met.

Another major advantage of the hobby 4240 is its user-friendly interface. The clear LCD screen makes it easy to select stitches, adjust settings, and customize projects. New users will appreciate the intuitive layout, while seasoned sewists will find the machine’s functionality to be efficient and time-saving. Additionally, the automatic needle threading feature is a welcome convenience that reduces the time spent on prep work.

When considering a sewing machine, durability is a critical factor. The Pfaff hobby 4240 is built with high-quality materials designed to withstand regular use. The sturdy frame ensures stability during operation, which contributes to the overall precision and performance of the machine. This makes it a reliable choice for those who sew frequently or tackle larger projects.

Here are some of the key features of the Pfaff hobby 4240:

  • Over 100 built-in stitches for versatility.
  • Clear LCD display for easy navigation.
  • Automatic needle threading for convenience.
  • Powerful motor to handle various fabric types.
  • Adjustable stitch length and width for customization.

Another noteworthy aspect is the sewing machine’s ability to handle different fabric types with ease. The powerful motor can sew through thicker materials like denim and layers of fabric without strain. This capability makes the hobby 4240 an excellent option for quilters or anyone looking to work with heavier textiles. Additionally, the adjustable presser foot pressure allows for better control when sewing delicate fabrics.

Quilters and patchworkers will especially appreciate the features geared towards their craft, such as the built-in quilting stitches and the included walking foot. These tools allow for smooth fabric feeding and an even stitch quality, which are crucial for completing quilting projects with finesse.

In terms of accessories, the Pfaff hobby 4240 comes with a variety of feet that enhance its functionality. Standard and specialty presser feet make it easier to execute specific techniques, such as zippers, piping, or blind hemming. The inclusion of these accessories adds even more value to this machine and enables users to expand their skills without needing to purchase additional items.

In conclusion, the Pfaff hobby 4240 stands out in the crowded sewing machine market thanks to its versatile capabilities, user-friendly design, and robust build quality. Whether you are an enthusiastic beginner or a seasoned professional, this machine meets all the essential requirements for successful sewing. It empowers users to express their creativity and push the boundaries of their sewing projects. Overall, the hobby 4240 is an excellent investment that will serve well for years to come.

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