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  • Page 1 Owner's manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    This household sewing machine is designed to comply with IEC/EN 60335-2-28 and UL1594. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this household sewing machine. DANGER –...
  • Page 3 Before you start, please spend some time reading this owner’s manual. You will soon discover how to maximize the use of your machine. Our authorized PFAFF® dealers will of course also be pleased to advise you at any time.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Sequencing Sequencing - overview..........4:1 Introduction Create a sequence ............. 4.1 Using the alphabet ........... 4:2 Machine overview ............ 1:5 Manage your sequences .......... 4:2 Front side ..............1:5 Top parts ............... 1:5 Sewing a sequence ........... 4:3 Rear side ...............

  • Page 5: Machine Overview

    Introduction Machine overview creative 2.0 Front side Top parts Lid with stitch overview and button ruler 19. Pre-tension disk for threading and bobbin winding Threading slots 20. Bobbin winder thread guide Thread cutter 21. Thread guide Sensormatic buttonhole foot socket 22.

  • Page 6: Rear Side

    Rear side 30. Handle 31. IDT 32. Embroidery unit connection socket Accessory tray The accessory tray features special compartments for presser feet and bobbins, plus space for needles and other accessories. Store the accessories in the tray so they are easily accessible. 33.

  • Page 7: Included Accessories

    Included accessories 41. Thread net 42. Edge guide 43. Felt pad 44. Light bulb remover 45. Screwdriver 46. Seam ripper 47. Brush 48. Spool cap, large 49. Spool cap, medium 50. Spool cap, small 51. USB embroidery stick 52. Multi-purpose tool 53.

  • Page 8: Presser Feet

    Presser feet Standard presser foot 0A with IDT (attached on the machine upon delivery) This foot is used mainly for straight stitching and zigzag stitching with a stitch length longer than 1.0 mm. Fancy stitch foot 1A with IDT This foot is used for decorative stitches. The groove on the underside of the foot is designed to ow smoothly over the stitches.

  • Page 9: Stitch Overview

    Stitch overview Utility stitches Stitch Stitch Name Description number Straight stitch For seaming and topstitching. Select from 37 different needle positions. Note: This stitch makes a stronger tie-off than stitch 40. Stretch triple straight stitch Reinforced seam. Topstitching. Straight stitch reverse Sew continuous reverse.

  • Page 10: Quilt Stitches

    Stitch Stitch Name Description number Stretch knit overlock Seam and overcast stretch fabrics in one step. Linen buttonhole Buttonhole for blouses, shirts and linen. Standard buttonhole Basic buttonhole for blouses, shirts and jackets. Also for pillowcases. Rounded buttonhole with Buttonhole for garments. pointed tack Rounded buttonhole with Buttonhole for garments.

  • Page 11: Decorative Stitches

    Decorative stitches Stitch Stitch Stitch Alphabets Comic Cyrillic 1:11...

  • Page 13: Preparations

    Preparations Unpacking Place the box on a steady, at surface. Lift the machine out of the box, remove the outer packaging and lift off the machine carrying case. Remove all outer packing material and the plastic bag. Slide off the accessory tray and remove the styrofoam inside.

  • Page 14: Pack Away After Sewing

    Pack away after sewing Switch the main switch off. Unplug the cord from the wall socket and then from the machine. Unplug the foot control cord from the machine. Wind the cord around the foot control for easy storage. Place all accessories in the accessory tray. Slide the tray on to the machine around the free arm.

  • Page 15: Threading The Machine

    Vertical position Raise the spool pin to the vertical position. Slide on the large spool cap and place a felt pad under the thread spool. This is to prevent the thread from reeling off too fast. Do not place a spool cap on top of the spool pin as that would prevent the spool from rotating.

  • Page 16: Needle Threader

    Needle threader The needle threader allows you to thread the needle automatically. The needle must be in the up position to use the built-in needle threader. We also recommend lowering the presser foot. Use the handle to pull the needle threader all the way down.

  • Page 17: Bobbin Winding

    Winding from horizontal position Place an empty bobbin on the bobbin spindle, with the logo facing up. Use only the original PFAFF® bobbins approved for this model. Place the thread spool on the spool pin in horizontal position. Slide a spool cap tightly against the spool.

  • Page 18: Inserting The Bobbin

    (C). Replace the cover. Pull the thread to the left to cut. IDT (integrated dual feed) For sewing any fabric precisely, PFAFF® creative™ 2.0 sewing and embroidery machine provides the ideal solution: the integrated dual feed, IDT system.

  • Page 19: Needles

    Needles The sewing machine needle plays an important role in successful sewing. Use only quality needles. We recommend needles of system 130/705H. The needle package included with your machine contains needles of the most frequently used sizes. Universal needle (A) Universal needles have a slightly rounded point and come in a variety of sizes.

  • Page 20: Lowering Feed Dogs

    Lowering feed dogs You can lower the feed dogs by moving the switch on the front of the sewing machine to the left. Move the switch to the right if you wish to raise the feed dogs. Changing the presser foot Remove presser foot Press the presser foot downwards until it disengages from the presser foot holder.

  • Page 21: Usb Port

    USB port Your machine has a USB port to connect your USB creative 2.0 embroidery stick. USB embroidery stick Delivered with your machine is a USB embroidery stick. Use the stick to store designs and embroidery fonts. Connect to and remove from USB port Insert the USB embroidery stick in the port.

  • Page 22: Installing Your Software

    Code, enter the following number: 8200. In the 5D™ Con gure Wizard under MyMachines select your machine type: PFAFF® creative™ 2.0. Under Send 1 or Send 2 select PFAFF® creative™ 2.0, USB Embroidery Stick. Note: You can nd more detailed information about the installation in the 5D™...

  • Page 23: Viewing And Printing Pdf Guides

    System CD and select that option from the menu that appears. How to update your machine Be sure to consult the web site at www.pfaff.com and/or your local authorized PFAFF® dealer for updates and upgrades for your machine and Owner’s manual.

  • Page 24: Buttons

    10 11 12 14 13 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Buttons Start/stop (5) Needle up/down with indicator (1) Press this button to start or stop the machine Press this button to move the needle up or down. without using the foot control.
  • Page 25 Presser foot down and pivot toggle (11) Direct selection (18) Lower the presser foot completely. Press the button By pressing one of, or a combination of, the 0 to 9 once more to raise the presser foot to pivot height. buttons, you select the stitch represented by that number immediately.

  • Page 26: Settings Menu

    In sewing mode, press the info button to Note: Free-motion feet are optional and can be purchased see the current selected thread tension. at your local authorized PFAFF® dealer. Do not use if sensormatic free-motion is activated, since the needle Twin needle might damage the presser foot.

  • Page 27: Sensormatic Free-Motion

    Sensormatic free-motion Balance (only for sewing) Activate to set the machine in sensormatic free- When sewing on special fabrics or doing a special motion mode for presser foot 6A. Lower the feed technique, the balance may need to be adjusted. dogs.

  • Page 29: Sewing Mode - Overview

    Sewing Sewing mode is the rst view on the graphic display after you turn on the machine. Your selected stitch will be shown in real size in the stitch eld. Here you will nd all the basic information you need to start sewing.

  • Page 30: Stitch Adjustments

    Stitch adjustments Thread tension (5) For the best stitch appearance and durability, make Your machine will set the best settings for sure the needle thread tension is correctly adjusted, each selected stitch. You can make your own i.e. for general sewing, the threads evenly meet adjustments on the selected stitch.

  • Page 31: Mirroring

    Mirroring To mirror stitches or sequences side to side, press the mirror side to side button. To mirror end to end, press the mirror end to end button. Tie-off options The tie-off options let you program tie-offs both at the beginning (A) and the end (B) of the stitch. Thread snips (C) can also be used.

  • Page 32: Tapering Program

    Tapering program Tapering increases or decreases the width of the stitch during sewing to create symmetrical or asymmetrical tapers. Open the tapering program view by pressing the F1 button. Use the left and right arrow buttons on the wheel to select beginning or end tapering. Press OK to turn the setting on or off.

  • Page 33: Personal Stitches

    Personal stitches Save personal stitch Save your personal stitches in your machine by pressing the save button. This will open the save personal stitch or sequence menu. Select the personal stitch option with the arrow buttons on the wheel and con rm by pressing Select an empty memory by using the arrow buttons.

  • Page 34: Sewing Techniques

    Sewing techniques Three-step zigzag stitch Stich number 9 can be used to overcast raw edges. Make sure the needle pierces the fabric on the left side and overcasts the edge on the right side. Stitch number 9 can also be used as an elastic stitch to add elastic to pajamas, skirts and sportswear.

  • Page 35: Manual Buttonhole

    Manual buttonhole To sew a buttonhole longer than 50 mm, use presser foot 5M. Make sure that the IDT is disengaged. The rst column will be sewn backwards. Sew the rst column as long as you want the buttonhole. The graphic display will show the part and sewing direction of the buttonhole that is being sewn.

  • Page 36: Sewing 3:1

    Sew on a button To sew on a button, remove the presser foot and select the button sewing stitch. Lower the feed dogs. Place the button under the presser foot holder. Use the mirroring function to make sure the holes in the button are aligned with the swing of the needle and the width is appropriate for the actual button.

  • Page 37: Handlook Quilting

    Handlook quilting A quilt usually consists of three layers, two layers of fabric with a layer of batting sandwiched between. Baste the completed quilt top to the batting and backing. Thread the needle with an invisible (mono lament) thread. Use contrasting or matching rayon or cotton thread in the bobbin.

  • Page 38: Sewing In Zippers

    Elastic blindhem stitch The elastic blind stitch number 17 is especially suitable for stretchy fabrics, because the zigzag in the stitch lets the stitch stretch. The hem is nished and sewn at the same time. There is no need to nish the raw edge rst on most knits.

  • Page 39: Common Sewing Pop-Ups

    Common sewing pop-ups Bobbin empty When the bobbin is almost empty, the machine stops automatically and a pop-up appears on the screen. Replace the empty bobbin with a full one and press OK on the wheel to con rm. Mainmotor overload If you are sewing on very heavy fabric or if the machine is blocked when sewing, the mainmotor can get overloaded and the machine will stop...

  • Page 41: Sequencing 4:1

    Sequencing The sequencing function on your machine makes it possible to combine stitches and letters into sequences. You can add up to 40 stitches, letters and commands in the same sequence. Save your own stitches and sequences on your machine and reload and sew them any time you like. All stitches in your sewing machine can be used for sequencing except for buttonholes, darning, tapering stitches, button sewing and bartacks.

  • Page 42: Using The Alphabet

    Using the alphabet Move the cursor through the stitch eld (1) with the left and right arrow buttons on the wheel to where you want to add a letter. Use the down arrow button to step through the sequence commands (2) to the alphabet (3).

  • Page 43: Manage Your Sequences

    Manage your sequences You can save and reload your sequences. Each sequence memory has a space of 40 stitches. Save sequence Saving your sequence works just like in sewing mode. See page 3:5. Load sequence Loading your sequence works just like in sewing mode.

  • Page 45: Embroidery Preparations

    Embroidery preparations Embroidery unit overview (type BE16) A Embroidery unit release button Level adjusting feet C Embroidery unit socket D Embroidery hoop connection assembly Embroidery arm Embroidery hoop overview Embroidery hoop connector G Outer hoop H Inner hoop Quick release Retaining screw K Ribs for tting the clips Center markings...

  • Page 46: Connect The Embroidery Unit

    Connect the embroidery unit There is a covered socket behind the free-arm, see picture. The cover will open automatically when connecting the embroidery unit. Slide the accessory tray off. Slide the embroidery unit onto the free arm of the machine until it plugs rmly into the socket.

  • Page 47: To Hoop The Fabric

    To hoop the fabric For the best embroidery results, place a layer of stabilizer beneath the fabric. When hooping stabilizer and fabric make sure that they are smooth and securely hooped. Open the quick release (A) on the outer hoop. Remove the inner hoop.

  • Page 49: Embroidering

    Embroidering In embroidery mode you can adjust and stitch out designs. You need to have the embroidery unit connected to your machine to adjust your designs. To embroider a design, enter embroidery mode by attaching the embroidery unit. The load menu will automatically open.

  • Page 50: Embroidery Stitch-Out

    Embroidery stitch-out Load a design To load a design, press the load button with the USB embroidery stick and the embroidery unit connected. Your machine can load .vp3 embroidery les and .vf3 embroidery font les. Use the arrow buttons to select a folder and then press OK to open it.

  • Page 51: Stitches Left In Color Block

    Embroidery text editor An alphabet will be shown automatically when you have loaded a font. The text editor works just like sequencing, see page 4:2. Create your embroidery text by selecting letters using the arrow buttons. Con rm your selections by pressing OK. Press F1 to change character set.

  • Page 52: Hoop Options

    Use the wheel to open and scroll through a list of available hoop sizes, including hoops that are available to purchase from your authorized PFAFF® dealer. A lled box means that the hoop is selected. Depending on the size of the design, some hoops may not be available for selection.

  • Page 53: Basting

    Basting Press the immediate tie-off button and the machine will sew a basting stitch around the design area. Basting enables you to secure your fabric to a stabilizer placed beneath it, especially when the fabric to be embroidered cannot be hooped. Basting provides support for stretchy fabrics.

  • Page 54: Getting Started Embroidering

    Getting started embroidering Attaching the embroidery unit, the machine automatically switches to embroidery mode and opens the load menu. Make sure that the USB embroidery stick is connected. Select a design from the USB embroidery stick and press OK to load to embroidery stitch-out.

  • Page 55: Embroidery Edit

    Embroidery edit Press the alternatives button to toggle to embroidery edit. In this view you can adjust your design. When you press the start/stop button, the machine will automatically toggle to embroidery stitch-out. Design width (1) You can increase or decrease the design width up to 20%.

  • Page 56: Common Embroidery Pop-Ups

    Common embroidery pop-ups Embroidery unit calibration When the embroidery unit is attached, a pop- up asks you to slide off the hoop and clear the machine area for calibrating the embroidery arm. Note: It is very important to remove the hoop, otherwise the hoop or the embroidery unit may be damaged while calibrating.

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    Your sewing machine is equipped with two light bulbs. One is placed under the sewing head and one above the free arm. Light bulbs are available at your authorized PFAFF® dealer. Change the light bulbs as described below. Turn off the main switch.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Stitch Plate

    Note: Do not blow air into the bobbin case area. The dust and lint will be blown into your machine. Note: When using the optional accessory PFAFF® Embroidery Cutwork Needles, it is neccessary to clean the bobbin area after each embroidered design/project.

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting In this troubleshooting guide you will nd solutions to the problems you may have with your machine. For further information please contact your local authorized PFAFF® dealer who will be happy to help you. Problem/cause Remedy General problems Bobbin alarm does not work? Clean lint from bobbin area and use only the original PFAFF®...
  • Page 60 Is the wrong hoop attached? Slide on the correct hoop. Have your sewing machine serviced regularly by your local authorized PFAFF® dealer! If you have followed this trouble shooting information and still have problems, take your sewing machine to your dealer. If there is a speci c problem, it is a great help to test sew with your thread on a scrap of your sewing fabric and bring it to your dealer.

  • Page 61: Index

    Index Design height ............6:7 Accessories ..............1:6 Design width............. 6:7 Accessory tray ............1:6 Mirroring ..............6:7 Alphabets ..............1:11 Monochrome ............. 6:7 Alternatives button ..........2:13 Move ................6:7 Attach the Sensormatic buttonhole foot ....3:6 Rotate ................. 6:7 Audible alarm ............
  • Page 62 Immediate tie-off ............ 2:12 Info button ............... 2:13 Quilt stitches ............1:10 Inserting the bobbin ..........2:6 Quilting ..............3:9 Language ..............2:15 Raise the presser foot ........2:12, 2:15 Level adjusting feet ..........5:1 Remove the embroidery unit ........5:2 Light bulbs, change ..........
  • Page 63 Quilt stitches .............. 1:10 Utility stitches ............1:9-1:10 Stitch plate ..............7:2 Remove ................. 7:2 Replace ................7:2 Stitch positioning ..........2:13, 3:2 Stitch restart ............2:12 Stitch adjustments ............ 3:2 Stitch width ............2:13, 3:2 Stitch width safety..........2:14 Stitches left in color block ........
  • Page 66 5D™ Embroidery Machine Communication CD (For personal computer. See page 2:10)

  • Page 67: Intellectual Property

    Intellectual Property Patents protecting this product are listed on a label positioned underneath the Sewing Machine. PFAFF, CREATIVE, IDT (image) and 5D are trademarks of KSIN Luxembourg II, S.ar.l. Please note that on disposal, this product must be safely recycled in accordance with relevant National legislation relating to electrical/electronic products.
  • Page 68 www.pfaff.com...

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