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General| Sewing Speed | 800 stitches per minute |
|---|---|
| Bobbin Type | Top Drop-In |
| Buttonhole Styles | 1-step |
| Built-in Needle Threader | Yes |
| Drop Feed | Yes |
| Free Arm | Yes |
| Foot Control | Yes |
| Weight | 6.6 kg |
| Presser Feet Included | Yes |
| Needle Position | Adjustable |
Lists European regulations the machine complies with.
Provides essential safety instructions for machine operation and maintenance.
Explains symbols and integrated safety features like emergency stop.
Details user duties, operator responsibilities, and specialist personnel roles.
Warns about specific hazards and required safety clearances during operation.
Defines the intended purpose of the PFAFF 3117 sewing machine.
Lists detailed technical data, dimensions, and operational parameters of the PFAFF 3117.
Provides instructions on how to dispose of the machine and its components environmentally.
Details the tests performed on the machine according to the EN 60204-1 standard.
Guidelines for transporting, packaging, and storing the sewing machine.
Defines symbols used in the manual to highlight important information or tasks.
Describes the main power switch and the emergency stop button.
Explains the functions of the foot pedal and the button to stop knife actuation.
Details the functions of switches and buttons on the quick control panel.
Details the procedure for activating or deactivating the buttonhole countdown feature.
Provides a table of adjustable parameters, their ranges, and standard values.
Explains how the machine indicates errors through its display and lists common fault codes.
Provides instructions and considerations for installing and setting up the sewing machine.
Guides the user through the first steps of operating the machine after mounting.
Details the operation of the main power switch for turning the machine on and off.
Step-by-step guide on how to correctly insert the sewing needle.
Instructions for winding bobbins and adjusting thread tension for optimal sewing.
Specific guidance on setting needle thread tension for purl buttonholes and flat bartacks.
Detailed steps for threading the bobbin case and adjusting its thread tension.
Instructions for adjusting needle thread tension for flat buttonholes and flat bartacks.
Steps for threading the bobbin case and setting thread tension for flat buttonholes.
Guide on how to thread the needle with thread for sewing.
Instructions for placing the bobbin case into the machine's hook area.
Details on how to adjust the pressure applied by the presser foot for different materials.
Instructions for setting purl seam width and adjusting left/right seam positions.
Instructions for setting the width of bartack stitches.
Steps for setting the desired length of the buttonhole.
How to adjust the number of stitches used for each buttonhole.
Procedures for replacing the cutting knife on the machine.
Instructions for replacing the needle plate insert and the work clamp.
Recommends performing a test seam and guides single-cycle buttonhole sewing.
Guides double-cycle sewing and explains how to stop the machine in an emergency.
Detailed instructions for cleaning the machine's hook and compartment.
Steps for performing general lubrication of the machine's head and oil reservoir.
Specific instructions for lubricating the machine's hook mechanism.
Procedures for checking and adjusting the machine's working air pressure.
Lists necessary tools, gauges, and accessories for machine adjustments.
Guidance on setting various machine components and needle bar positions.
Instructions for activating and deactivating the stop motion mechanism.
Procedures for adjusting the tension of the machine's toothed belts.
Setting the initial positions for milled screws on the feed regulator for adjustments.
Initial adjustment of the needle bar height relative to the needle plate.
Setting the needle bar position at the end of a sewing program.
Adjusting the needle bar pendulum for correct movement and play.
Aligning the needle with the needle plate hole for accurate sewing.
Setting the needle bar to its basic position relative to the knife actuating hole.
Adjusting the needle's lateral movement to ensure it stays above the needle plate.
Adjusting the left side of the buttonhole seam for correct positioning and cutting.
Adjusting the right side of the buttonhole seam for correct positioning and cutting.
Setting the width and position for bartack stitches.
Illustrates the components and layout of a typical seam construction.
Identifies common seam faults and their relation to adjustment errors.
Adjusting the stop motion buffer for correct machine operation and safety.
Fine-tuning the catches for proper mechanism engagement and movement.
Adjusting the sensing and catch levers for accurate control cam interaction.
Setting the initial position of the work clamp.
Adjusting the work clamp for correct lengthwise alignment and parallelism.
Adjusting the pressure of the knife for optimal cutting performance.
Setting the upper knife arm stop for proper knife latch engagement.
Adjusting the lower stop motion buffer to ensure correct knife arm contact.
Adjusting the stop axle to ensure proper jaw closure and lever engagement.
Further detailed adjustments for the stop axle mechanism.
Setting the locking lever to ensure correct clearance with the knife latch.
Adjusting the knife bar height using a specialized gauge.
Aligning the knife carrier parallel and centered within the cutting slot.
Adjusting the lengthwise position of the knife carrier relative to the needle bar.
Setting the height of the knife relative to the needle plate for buttonhole cutting.
Adjusting the knife blade height relative to the plastic insert for buttonhole punching.
Procedures for securing the knife mechanism properly.
Adjusting the knife stopping mechanism for double cycle operation.
Adjusting the engaging lever to ensure proper clearance with the catches.
Detailed adjustment of needle thread tension for various sewing stages.
Further steps for fine-tuning needle thread tension using disengaging trips.
Adjusting the bobbin thread trimmer for proper thread cutting and alignment.
Adjusting the drive linkage for the bobbin thread trimmer.
Setting the positioner for correct thread lever placement before TDC.
Adjusting the presser roller, bar lifter, and work clamp for correct interaction.
Adjusting the feed lifting cylinder and related components for proper material feeding.
Further adjustments for the feed lifting cylinder and work clamp.
Checking the functionality of the needle thread scissor for cutting and clamping.
Adjusting the height and position of the needle thread scissor.
Adjusting the trip guide for the needle thread scissor's opening and control.
Ensuring the needle thread scissor stays clear of the sewing area during operation.
Setting the timing for the needle thread scissor to trigger correctly relative to thread tension.
Adjusting the scissor's return motion to avoid needle contact and ensure thread catch.
Adjusting needle bar rise and clearances for correct hook point alignment.
Setting needle bar height and adjusting the needle guard for proper interaction.
Ensuring adequate lubrication of the hook mechanism.
Mounting the bobbin case holder correctly.
Adjusting the needle thread monitor for correct thread tension and breakage detection.
Adjusting lateral thread tension and thread control mechanisms.
Adjusting the needle thread puller to ensure sufficient thread supply.
Setting the timing for the knife trigger relative to the bartack stitches.
Adjusting speed reduction before knife triggering for precise bartacks.
Adjusting the timing for machine switch-off after reinforcing stitches.
Adjusting the bobbin winder for secure drive and even winding.
Lubricating the feed regulator eccentric with a felt strip.
Adjusting various electrical switches for correct operation.
Setting the needle bar stroke to either 34.5 mm or 38 mm.
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