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General| Brand | Pfaff |
|---|---|
| Model | 1242 |
| Category | Sewing Machine |
| Language | English |
Machine construction compliance with European regulations and general legal requirements.
Guidance for operators and technical staff on safe machine operation and maintenance.
Explanation of danger and warning symbols used in the manual.
Manual availability, reading requirements, and user responsibilities for machine safety.
Specific safety obligations and instructions for operating and technical personnel.
Responsibilities and safety rules for personnel operating and cleaning the machine.
Responsibilities and safety rules for personnel performing maintenance, repairs, and adjustments.
Alerts regarding potential hazards like moving parts, needle injuries, and crushing.
Specifies machine applications and prohibits unauthorized uses, holding manufacturer harmless.
Details stitch type, needle system, thickness, thread size, dimensions, and noise levels.
Lists models, subclasses, and additional equipment options for PFAFF 242/1242.
Details maximum operational speeds (r.p.m.) based on model and needle gauge for PFAFF 242.
Details maximum operational speeds (r.p.m.) based on model and needle gauge for PFAFF 1242.
Details stitch type, needle system, dimensions, and noise levels for PFAFF 244/1243/1244.
Lists models, subclasses, and additional equipment options for PFAFF 244/1243/1244.
Details maximum operational speeds (r.p.m.) for PFAFF 244, 1243, and 1244 by model.
Outlines customer responsibility for proper machine disposal according to regulations and material composition.
Guidelines for transporting machines, disposing of packing materials, and storing the equipment.
Defines symbols used in the manual for notes, cleaning, lubrication, and technical work.
Overview of machine controls including switches, pedals, levers, and keys.
Instructions for turning the machine on and off using the switch.
Describes pedal functions (neutral, sew, trim) for machines without specific lifters.
Details pedal functions (neutral, sew, lift, trim) for machines with backtacking/lifter.
Describes pedal functions (neutral, sew, lift, trim) for machines with a presser foot lifter.
Explains how to use the knee lever to raise the presser foot or roller presser.
Describes using the key on the machine head to switch to reverse sewing.
Details the lever used for lifting the presser foot or roller presser.
Explains adjusting stitch length and engaging reverse sewing with the lever.
Instructions for setting forward and reverse stitch lengths on machines with automatic backtacking.
Highlights need for qualified personnel, safety, and stable surface for installation.
Details electrical, air connections, surface requirements, and table-top height adjustment.
Step-by-step guide for adjusting the height of the machine's table top.
Procedure for adjusting the V-belt tension using the belt take-up hanger.
Instructions for attaching the upper V-belt guard, with notes on large balance wheels.
Procedure for aligning and attaching the lower V-belt guard.
Instructions for fitting the tilt lock mechanism to secure the machine head.
Steps for sliding and tightening the synchronizer onto the shaft and connecting it.
Instructions for inserting and fastening the reel stand into the table-top hole.
Checks for damage, oiling, and ensuring correct motor operation and air pressure for initial use.
Procedure for switching the machine on and off and performing a test run.
General guidelines and procedures for setting up the sewing machine.
Step-by-step guide for inserting system 134 needles into PFAFF 242 and 1242 models.
Procedure for inserting system 134 needles into the PFAFF 1243 model.
Guide for inserting system 134 needles into PFAFF 244 and 1244 models.
Instructions for winding the bobbin thread and adjusting its tension.
Procedure for removing and inserting the bobbin case into the hook compartment.
Guide for threading the bobbin case and adjusting its thread tension.
Steps for threading the needle and adjusting needle thread tension for PFAFF 1243.
Instructions for threading the needle and adjusting tension for PFAFF 242 and 1242.
Steps for threading the needle and adjusting tension for PFAFF 244 and 1244.
Guidelines for routine care and maintenance to ensure optimal machine performance.
Lists recommended intervals for cleaning, checking, and lubricating machine components.
Detailed procedure for cleaning the hook compartment and the hook using a brush and paraffin.
Illustrates and describes lubrication points above and below the table top.
Instructions for lubricating the hook reservoir and ensuring correct oil level.
Procedure for lubricating bearings and moving parts in the needle head area.
Guide for checking the air pressure gauge and adjusting it to the required 6 bar.
Procedure for emptying the water container and cleaning the filter of the air filter/regulator.
General notes, required tools, and abbreviations for performing machine adjustments.
Procedure for correctly positioning the feed dog relative to the needle plate cutout.
Steps to set the correct height of the bottom feed dog relative to the needle plate.
Procedure for setting the correct distance between the needle bar and the needle plate at BDC.
Guide to center the needle precisely in the needle hole for specific models.
Procedure for centering the needle precisely in the needle hole for specific models.
Adjusting the feed dog's driving motion to prevent movement during reverse feed.
Adjusting feed dog driving motion to prevent movement during reverse feed for specific models.
Adjusting the feed dog's lifting motion for correct top point of reversal and needle plate contact.
Adjusting feed dog lifting motion for correct reversal and needle plate contact for specific models.
Setting the basic position of the roller presser drive for specific machine subclasses.
Ensuring equal feed strokes between the roller presser and the feed dog.
Procedure for releasing the roller presser for reverse sewing and setting clearances.
Adjusting hook point, needle rise, height, and needle guard for optimal sewing.
Procedure for adjusting the bobbin-case opener to prevent thread clamping.
Instructions for re-engaging the safety coupling after a thread jam.
Ensuring correct clearance between presser foot/roller presser and needle plate.
Setting the pressure for reliable material feeding at high sewing speeds.
Ensuring proper clearance between tension discs when presser foot is raised.
Adjusting thread check spring motion for PFAFF 1243 and models without -900/56.
Adjusting thread check springs on two-needle machines with -900/56 for proper motion cessation.
Ensuring reliable engagement, non-contact when off, and automatic switch-off of the bobbin winder.
Section dedicated to adjusting the thread trimmer mechanism and its control cam.
Procedure for adjusting the tripping lever to engage with the control cam track.
Setting the correct distance between the control cam and the pawl in the resting position.
Ensuring correct distance between engaging lever and pawl when solenoid is activated.
Setting the clearance between the control lever bolt and the cam track base.
Setting the clearance between the bolt and control cam for the engaging lever.
Ensuring the linkage rod correctly lifts the lever from the stop during shaft motion.
Setting the control cam for the thread catcher motion to begin at a specific needle position.
Setting the distance between the catch and the control lever in the resting position.
Ensuring the linkage rod length equals the distance between shafts for two-needle machines.
Setting the thread-catcher height to pass over the hook's back at a specific point.
Aligning the knife parallel to the carrier and ensuring it touches the thread catcher correctly.
Ensuring the thread catcher's rear edge is flush with the knife's cutting edge at its reversal point.
Adjusting clamp spring distance, flushness, and clearance for proper bobbin case insertion.
Setting the distance for the release bar and ensuring thread can be pulled easily through tension discs.
Setting the synchronizer for specific machine positions after action interruption or thread trimming.
Adjusting the presser foot lift height and tension disc separation for specific subclasses.
Adjusting the presser foot lift height and tension disc separation for standard models.
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