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Pfaff 937 User Manual

Pfaff 937
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937
296-12-17 603
Betriebsanleitung engl. 04.97
Instruction Manual

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Pfaff 937 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPfaff
Model937
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety

Directives

Regulations and legal requirements for machine construction and operation.

General notes on safety

Guidelines for safe operation, maintenance, and personnel.

Safety symbols

Explains danger symbols and their meanings for user safety.

Important points for the user

Key information and user responsibilities regarding the manual and machine safety.

Operating and specialist personnel

Defines roles and obligations for operating and specialist personnel.

Operating personnel

Responsibilities of operators for machine use, cleaning, and fault handling.

Specialist personnel

Responsibilities of specialists for maintenance, repair, and adjustment.

Danger

Specific dangers and warnings related to machine operation and moving parts.

Proper use

Proper use

Information about the intended use of the PFAFF 937 sewing machine.

Specifications

PFAFF 937

Technical specifications of the PFAFF 937 sewing machine, including stitch types and dimensions.

Models and subclasses

Details on different models and subclasses of the PFAFF 937, including stitch capabilities.

Needle and thread

Recommendations for needle and thread types based on material and model.

Disposal of the machine

Disposal of machine waste

Guidelines for the proper disposal of machine waste and lubricant-soiled parts.

Transport packaging and storage

Transport to the customer's premises

Information on how the machine is delivered to customers.

Transport within the customer's premises

Precautions for moving the machine within the customer's facility.

Disposal of the packaging

Instructions for disposing of the machine's packaging materials.

Storage

Guidelines for storing the machine for short or extended periods.

Explanation of the symbols

Explanation of the symbols

Explanation of symbols used in the manual to highlight important information, cleaning, lubrication, and servicing.

Operational controls

On/Off switch

How to turn the machine on and off using the power switch and indicator lamp.

Knuckle switch on machine head

Description of the knuckle switch, used for reversing sewing direction on specific models.

Pedal

Explanation of pedal functions for sewing, lifting presser foot, and thread trimming.

Presser foot lifter

How to raise the presser foot using the designated lever.

Adjustment lever for zigzag stitch and needle position

Adjusting zigzag width and needle position using specific levers.

Reverse-feed key

How to engage reverse sewing by pressing the reverse-feed key.

Stitch-length adjustment wheel

How to alter the stitch length using the adjustment wheel.

Adjustment wheels for the top feed

Adjusting top feed settings for normal sewing and applying fullness.

Installation and commissioning

Installation

Requirements for installing the machine, including power and air supplies.

Adjusting the height of the table top

Step-by-step guide to adjust the height of the sewing machine's table top.

Tightening the V-belt

Instructions for properly tightening the V-belt connecting the motor and machine.

Mounting the upper V-belt guard

Guide for attaching the upper protective guard for the V-belt.

Fitting the lower V-belt guard

Instructions for installing the lower protective guard for the V-belt.

Mounting the reel stand and the sewing lamp

Steps for attaching the reel stand and sewing lamp to the machine.

Commissioning

Procedures for initial setup, oiling, and connecting compressed air.

Switching the machine on/off

How to turn the machine on and off and perform a test run.

Preparation

Inserting the needle

Detailed steps for correctly inserting a new needle into the machine.

Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension

Instructions for winding the bobbin and adjusting its thread tension.

Removing/inserting the bobbin case

Steps for safely removing and inserting the bobbin case.

Threading the bobbin case, adjusting the thread tension

How to thread the bobbin case and adjust its thread tension.

PFAFF 937 without thread trimmer -900/..

Specific instructions for threading the bobbin case on models without a thread trimmer.

PFAFF 937 with thread trimmer -900/..

Specific instructions for threading the bobbin case on models with a thread trimmer.

Threading the needle thread

Step-by-step guide to thread the needle correctly.

Adjusting the needle-thread tension

How to adjust the tension of the needle thread.

Adjusting the zigzag stitch and the needle position

Adjusting the width of the zigzag stitch and the needle's lateral position.

Adjusting the stitch length

How to set and adjust the length of the stitches.

Adjusting the top feed

Adjusting the top feed mechanism for various sewing operations.

Normal sewing

Setting the top feed for standard sewing operations.

Applying fullness constantly

Adjusting the top feed to apply fullness consistently to the fabric.

Applying fullness intermittently

Adjusting the top feed for intermittent application of fullness.

Constant braking of the top fabric ply (stretching)

Setting the top feed to provide constant braking or stretching of the top fabric ply.

Braking the top fabric ply or intermittently applying fullness

Adjusting the top feed for braking the top fabric ply or applying fullness intermittently.

Care and maintenance

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the sewing machine, including specific parts and safety precautions.

Lubricating the hook

Detailed steps for lubricating the hook mechanism with the recommended oil.

Lubricating the zigzag drive

Instructions for lubricating the zigzag drive mechanism and checking oil levels.

Checking the air pressure

How to check and adjust the working air pressure for the machine.

Emptying/cleaning the water container of the air filter/regulator

Procedures for emptying and cleaning the water container in the air filter/regulator.

Adjustment

Notes on adjusting

General notes and requirements for performing adjustments on the machine.

Tools, gauges and other accessories

List of necessary tools, gauges, and accessories for machine adjustments.

Abbreviations

Definitions of abbreviations used in the adjustment section.

Check and adjustment aid

Using blocking pins and holes for precise needle bar positioning during adjustments.

Adjusting the basic machine

General adjustments for the core machine functions.

Balancing weight

Adjusting the balancing weight for proper operation.

Centering the needle in the needle hole (in sewing direction)

Aligning the needle to the center of the needle hole when viewed from the sewing direction.

Parallel guiding of the needle bar

Ensuring the needle bar moves in parallel alignment during its stroke.

Locking lever

Adjusting the locking lever to secure the zigzag stitch adjustment.

Zero stitch and zigzag stitch scale

Setting the zigzag stitch to zero and aligning the scale markings.

Centering the needle in the needle hole (crosswise to sewing direction)

Aligning the needle to the center of the needle hole when viewed crosswise to the sewing direction.

Zigzag stitch width

Adjusting the maximum width of the zigzag stitch.

Zigzag stitch motion

Adjusting the lateral movement of the needle bar during zigzag stitching.

Needle penetration symmetry

Ensuring symmetrical needle penetration for zigzag stitches.

Needle position adjustment lever

Adjusting the needle's lateral position for different stitch widths.

Adjustment wheels for applying fullness

Adjusting wheels to control the application of fullness to the fabric.

Zeroing the differentiation

Setting the differentiation mechanism to its zero point.

Main-stitch-length display

Calibrating the main stitch length indicator.

Zeroing the bottom feed (with gearbox housing closed)

Adjusting the bottom feed mechanism to zero with the gearbox closed.

Zeroing the bottom feed (with gearbox housing open)

Adjusting the bottom feed mechanism to zero with the gearbox open.

Vibrating presser connecting rod

Adjusting the connecting rod for the vibrating presser.

Zeroing the vibrating presser

Setting the vibrating presser mechanism to its zero position.

Torsion spring of the reverse feed lever

Adjusting the torsion spring for the reverse feed lever.

Torsion spring of the differentiation regulating shaft

Adjusting the torsion spring for the differentiation regulating shaft.

Feeding motion of the bottom feed dog

Adjusting the feeding motion of the bottom feed dog.

Lifting motion of the bottom feed dog

Adjusting the lifting motion of the bottom feed dog.

Drive belt in the gearbox housing

Adjusting the tension and positioning of the drive belt in the gearbox.

Hook bearing bracket

Adjusting the hook bearing bracket using a specialized gauge.

Hook lubrication

Setting the oil thrower for proper hook lubrication.

Pre-adjusting the needle height

Initial adjustment of the needle bar height relative to the needle plate.

Needle rise, hook-to-needle clearance and bobbin case positioning-finger

Adjusting needle rise, hook clearance, and bobbin case finger position.

Final adjustment of the needle height

Final fine-tuning of the needle height relative to the hook point.

Bobbin case opener position

Adjusting the position of the bobbin case opener for correct operation.

Bobbin case opener motion

Adjusting the motion of the bobbin case opener.

Bottom feed dog height

Adjusting the height of the bottom feed dog using a gauge.

Clearance between presser foot and needle plate

Setting the correct clearance between the presser foot and needle plate.

Vibrating presser feed and connecting lever

Adjusting the feed and connecting lever of the vibrating presser.

Vibrating presser stroke

Adjusting the stroke of the vibrating presser foot for different models.

Vibrating presser lifting motion

Adjusting the lifting motion of the vibrating presser.

Vibrating presser feeding motion

Adjusting the feeding motion of the vibrating presser.

Feeding motion difference

Ensuring equal feeding strokes between the vibrating presser and bottom feed dog.

Vibrating presser and presser foot pressure

Adjusting the pressure of the vibrating presser and presser foot.

Thread diverter pin

Adjusting the thread diverter pin for correct thread guidance.

Needle-thread tension release (machines without -900/..)

Adjusting the needle thread tension release mechanism.

Limiting the knee lever stroke

Adjusting the stroke of the knee lever for proper operation.

Knee lever play

Adjusting the play in the knee lever mechanism.

Bobbin winder

Adjusting the bobbin winder for reliable operation and automatic disengagement.

Adjusting the thread trimmer -900/51

Procedures for adjusting the thread trimmer mechanism.

Pre-adjusting the control cam

Initial adjustment of the control cam for the thread trimmer.

Roller lever

Adjusting the roller lever for proper engagement with the control cam.

Pawl

Adjusting the pawl for correct clearance with the control cam lobe.

Engaging solenoid

Adjusting the engaging solenoid for proper operation.

Release lever

Adjusting the release lever for correct clearance with the control cam.

Engaging lever

Adjusting the engaging lever for correct clearance with the control cam.

Thread catcher position and cutting test

Setting the thread catcher position and testing the cutting mechanism.

Control cam (final adjustment) and retaining spring

Final adjustment of the control cam and fitting the retaining spring.

Needle thread tension release

Adjusting the needle thread tension release mechanism and clearances.

Removing and refitting control unit

Steps for removing and reinstalling the control unit.

Synchronizer

Information on synchronizer adjustment, referring to the motor manufacturer's manual.

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