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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:
is
1. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention Is necessary when this sewing machine
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.
such
1 5. Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustments in the needle area,
as threading needle, changing needle, threading bobbin, or changing presser foot, etc.
or
16. Always unplug sewing machine from the electric outlet when removing covers, lubricating,
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
Notes on safety for domestic sewing Environment
machines according to DIN 57 700, Section The recommended environment is: Ambient
28 or IEC 335, Section 28. temperature 100 C to 40° C, Humidity 20% to
1. The user must exercise adequate caution 80%.
with regard to the up and down moving This sewing machine is a high-quality electro
of the needle and constantly observe the nic-mechanical appliance; it is a machine for
sewing area during work. supervised use in the home. It should be ope
2. When leaving the machine, during rated in such a way that it is not subjected to:
maintenance work or when changing dust, severe dampness, direct sunlight, sta
mechanical parts or accessories, tic electricity, heat-producing objects, cor
always disconnect the machine from rosive chemicals or liquids.
the mains by pulling out the mains For ventilation purposes the machine must be
plug. used on a free surface, which is both firm and
3. The maximum permissible wattage for the even.
sewing lamp is 15 Watts.
4. The tension of the drive belt must only Treatment
be adjusted by a Pfafl mechanic. Always protect the machine against damage
5. The machine must be put into operation which night occur by hitting or dropping it.
according to the indications on the
specification plate.
Cleaning
6. Do not place any objects in openings on
the machine. Housing:
To clean the housing, use a dry, clean and soft
7. Do not use the sewing machine if: cloth which is free of fluff. To remove any
— there is visible damage, stubborn dirt, use a soft cloth with alcohol or
— its function is disturbed, paraffin.
— it is wet, e.g. with condensation.
8. Do not pull the mains plug out of the
socket by its cord. Please Note!
9. If this appliance is used for another pur Do not use any insecticides or chemical pro
pose than intended or if it is wrongly ope ducts such as petrol (gas) or thin chemicals
rated, we will not accept any liability for for cleaning the housing.
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.

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.
It’s 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.

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

29
Needle position
20, 28
Needle thread tension
39
Non-elastic stitches
1
Notes on safety
10
On/off switch
34
Open overlock stitch
34
Overlock stitches
42
Patches
51
Patchwork quilt
27 48
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Practical sewing
55
Presser feet (special accessories)
54
Presser feet (standard accessories)
18
Presser foot lifter
58
Quilt and patchwork foot
63
Removing the needle plate
22
Reverse sewing
50
Richelieu
29, 30, 34
Serging with the blind stitch foot
29
Serging with the zigzag stitch
61— 64
Servicing and trouble shooting
24
Setting the utility stitches
63
Sewing lamp
44, 45
Sewing on zippers
48
Shell edging
39
Smocking
55
Special accessory chart
35
Spring stitch
46
Stabilizing
6 8
—
Stitch chart
22
Stitch density
23
Stitch length adjustment button
23
Stitch width adjustment button
29
Straight stitch
32
Stretch triple straight stitch
32
Stretch triple zigzag stitch
18
Thread trimmer
17
Threading the machine
16
Threading the needle thread
28
Topstitching
64
Trouble shooting
64
Trouble shooting
23, 38
Twin needle
62
Unlocking the hook
6 8
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Utility stitch chart

29
Zigzag stitch

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th can be set anywhere between 0
For these programs the stitch leng
n (10).
the stitch-length adjustment butto
Name Application
Program
and bed linen
Buttonhole Standard buttonhole for e.g. blouses
B/AC/D
h work up to 4 mm
Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitc
E
Zigzag stitch For serging and appliqué

F
tears
Elasticstitch For stitching on elastic band, darning
G and patches
Elastic blind stitch For invisible hem attachment and

H simultaneous serging
c
Decorativ elastic stitch For overstitching two touching fabri
I layers
borders and
Greek stitch A classical decorative stitch e.g. for
K towe ls
rials,
Shell-edging stitch For decorative hems on fine mate
L linen
e. g.
s on
Stretch triple For stretch seams, e. g. crotch seam
flfl E spor t and work wear
straight stitch
Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

JI F zigzag stitch elastic materials
locking
Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads, over
till G towelling and for deco rativ e hem seam s
Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

Ill! H
c layers.
Spring stitch For overstitching two touching fabri
fl I Also for stretch fabri cs.
Closed A closing and serging seam for fraying

jflj K materials
overlock stitch
ger,
A closing and serging seam for stron
Iii L Open
non-frayi ng mate rials
overlock stitch

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with the aid of
be set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm
For these programs the stitch length can
the stitch-length adjustment button (10).
Name Application
Program
bed linen
Buttonhole Standard buttonhole for e. g. blouses and
8/AC/D
Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitch

E
needle position middle work up to 4 mm
Straight stitch, For all sewing and topstitch work

F
needle position left requiring a left needle position

G
Elastic stitch For stitching on elastic band, darning tears

H
and patches

I
simultaneous serging
ers and
Greekstitch A classical decorative stitch e. g. for bord
K
towels
,
Shell-edging stitch For decorative hems on fine materials
L
e. g. linen
Stretch-3fach-Geradstich For stretch seams, e. g. crotch seams on

liii E sport and workwear
Nadelposition mitte
le
Stretch triple straight stitch For stretch seams requiring a left need
fill F position
needle position left

fill G elastic materials
zigzag stitch
Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads, overlocking

fill H towelling and for decorative hem seams

fill I
Closed A closing and serging seam for fraying
fiji K materials
overlock stitch
A closing and serging seam for stronger,
flil L Open
non-fraying materials
overlock stitch
7

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the aid of
set anywhere between 0 and 4 mm with
For these programs the stitch length can be
the stitch-length adjustment button (10).
Name Application
Program
linen
Buttonhole Standard buttonhole for e. g. blouses and bed
B/AC/D
Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitch work

E
up to 4 mm

F, G
in various widths
Elastic stitch For stitching on elastic band,

H
darning tears and patches

I
simultaneous serging
Stretch triple For stretch seams, e. g. crotch seams on

flfl E sport and workwear
straight stitch

1W F, G
elastic materials
zigzag stitch
in various widths
Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads,

IH overlocking towelling and for
decorative hem seams

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PFAFF
Operating the machine

Electrical connection Page 10
Detachable work support Page 11
Free arm Page 11
Bobbin winding Pages 12, 13
Bobbin case Page 14
Bobbin thread tension Page 15
Threading the needle thread Page 16,17
Drawing up the bobbin thread Page 18
Presser foot lifter Page 18
Thread trimmer Page 18
Changing the needle Page 19
Needle thread tension Page 20
Covering the feed dog Page 20
Control panel Page 21
Reverse sewing Page 21
Stitch length adjustment button Page 22
Stitch width adjustment button Page 23
Setting the utility stitches Page 24
Setting the stretch stitches Page 25

Carrying handle
Carry case pressing the
t of the basic This can be raised by lightly
The carry case, which is par rou nd gro ove in the carry ing handle (4).
sewing machine
equipment, protects your
ing transport.
from dust and damage dur
V 1
On/off switch
Electrical connection when the on/off
t pedal to the con The sewing lamp lights up
Connect the plug of the foo swi tch (13 ) is turn ed on. The machine is now
sewing machine
nection bushing (12) on the ready to sew.
elec tric al soc ket. The sewing speed is
and the
pedal.
regulated by pressing the foot ce the risk of electric shock, this
plug is
polarized plug (one blade wider than the other(. To redu outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
This appliance has a does not fit fully in the
t only one way. If the plug
intended to fit in a polarized outle Do not modify the plug in any way.
rican to install the proper outlet. .
not fit, contact a qulified elect rolle r type YC-482-3 has to be used
, 4250, 4280 foot cont
For this sewing machine model 4240
10

Detachable work support
Accessory compartment hable work
(15). Using both hands, swing the detac
Open the detachable work support support (15) to the left.
ort!
Removing the detachable work supp
Organizing the accessories free arm
the acces
Lay the enclosed accessories into In order to be able to sew with the
free arm,
sory compartment. work support
you must swing the detachable
.
to the left and lift it out of the hole
detachable
When removing and inserting the
be caref ul to ensu re that it is
work support,
ng
flush with the free arm of the sewi
machine.
11

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bobbin winding
Preparing the machine for
press the hand-
Hold the handwheel <8) and
to the “bobbin” symbol.
wheel release disc (9)
stop s the need le from moving while the
This
in.
machine is winding the bobb
11
I
Mounting the bobbin

(13)
Switch off the on/off switch
in onto the pin of the
Place the empty bobb
in wind ing mech anism and press it down
bobb
bobbin to the right
as far as possible. Pull the
as far as it will go.
wind the bobbin
Note: It is only possible to
it is posi tioned as far to the right as
when
possible.
12

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Winding the bobbin
a spool
Pull the spool holder (5) up and place
on it.
bobbin
Place the thread clockwise into the
er tensi on (1) and run it to the bobbin.
wind
There the threa d is pas sed throu gh a hole and
(13) on and
held tight. Turn the on/off switch
press the foot pedal.
lutions.
Let go of the thread after a few revo
the bobb in is full the bobb in win
As soon as
. Press the
ding procedure stops automatically
the pin
full bobbin to the left, remove it from
and cut the threa d.
Don’t forget:
‘p Press the handwheel release disc
the “sew ing” sym bol and turn the
(9) back to
handwheel
you until it click s into place .
(8) towards
Bobbin winder tension

in
The thread is passed through the bobb
d tensi on (1) in a clock wise direc tion and
threa
bobbin.
crosses over itself on the way to the
13

_
a
Removing the bobbin case
Hook cover and pull out the
Raise the bobbin case cover
Switch off on/off switch
(13) ase the cove r and remove
bobbin case. Rele
side of the hook cove r (26) and open the bobbin.
Hold the
it towards you.
s t be well
and bottom thread-tension mus
ens ure perfe ct sewi ng and a durable seam, the top een the two fabri c plies . The
To betw
the threads must be interlaced decorative seams, button
adjusted to each other and botto m ply when sewi ng
underneath the
interlacing should be visible
holes and darning.
14

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

the accessories,
Using the screwdriver from
screw C to the left the bobbin
turn setting
—
thread tension becomes weaker

little to the right
Turn setting screw C just a
—
bobbin thread tension becomes stronger.

the
Inserting the bobbin case

bobbin case onto
Open cover D and slide the
hook pin E as far as it will go. The bobbin
the
cutout G.
case finger F must point into
Check:
The bobbin
Pull the bobbin thread sharply.
must not fall out of the hook.
case
15

Threading the needle thread
I Switch off the on/off switch (13).

nt the
I Pull the spool holder (5) up and mou
(23). Turn
thread. Raise the presser foot lifter
2 II the handwheel until the take up

the need le are
The black arrow
at
s
their
on the
high est
sewi
show you the correct path for the
ng
lever (21) and
poin
mach
t.
ine
thread.
from the
Using both hands, pull the thread
the front into the threa d guid e (2) and
back to
ds throu gh the right threa
pass it downwar
around lug (B)
ding slot (20). Pass the thread
ding slot
back upwards through the left threa
lever (21). The threa d is
up to the take up
from right
threaded through the take up lever
nwards and
to left. Now pass the thread dow
the right hand side behi nd thread
lay it from
guide (19) and thread guide (18).
16

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

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Drawing up the bobbin thread

Presser toot lifter needle thread
lowered with Raise the presser foot. Hold the
The presser foot is raised and and turn the hand whee l towa rds you until the
foot lifter (23). tion and the
the press er needle returns to its highest posi
. Pull the
bobbin thread has formed a loop
to draw up the bobb in thread.
needle thread
I’ 4 /30
Thread trimmer
Bobbin thread thread trim
pass the thread Pull the thread forwards over the
Close the hook cover (26) and mer (30).
the press er foot to the left.
under
18

Engaging the presser foot
Disengaging the presser foot
Switch off the on/off switch (13). Lay the presser foot underneath the presser
foot holder (17) so that the pins of the foot
Raise the needle to its highest position. Press
click into the presser foot holder when the
the front of the presser foot up and the rear of
presser foot lifter (23) is lowered.
the presser foot down until it clicks out of the
presser foot holder (17).
Check:
ly
Please ensure that the presser foot is correct
in place by raising the presser foot lifter.
19

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Changing the needle

Switch off the on/off switch (13).
to its highest position. Loosen the needle
Removal: Lower the presser foot and raise the needle
by pulling it downwards.
retaining screw (22) and remove the needle
rear. Lower the presser foot and
Insertion: The flat side of the needle A must be facing the
by pushin g it upward s as far as possib le. Hold the needle and tighten the
insert the needle
retaining screw (22).
Adjusting the needle thread tension Darning plate

Turn the needle thread tension (3) to the desi For certain sewing procedures such as sewing
red setting. on buttons, the feed dog (27) must be cove
red with the darning plate to stop the fabric
The normal setting for sewing is between 4 being fed. Place the darning plate over the
and 5 and for sewing buttonholes between 2 feed dog (27). The narrow half of the darning
and 3 (see page 28). plate must be facing the front.
20

Control panel cting the various stitches
.
left adju stm ent but ton (24) with the letters is for sele hole
The the stitch length, the button
low er righ t adju stm ent button (10) you can adjust
With the
hes.
spacing and the stretch stitc
Only on model 4260: 0 to 5 mm and

vary the zigzag width from
h the upp er righ t adju stment button (7) you can ther mo re, a lim ited area is also
Wit r the needle position. Fur
igh t stitch E you can alte
on the stra
twin needle.
provided for sewing with the

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ton
Stitch length adjustment but
Reverse sewing adju stm ent button (10)
With the stitch length
erse only as long as th infinitely bet
The machine sews in rev you can adju st the stitc h leng
ing key (11) is pressed. ing the point mar
the rev erse sew ween 0 and 4 mm by turn
the required length.
king on the button to
“Stretch” symbol
“Buttonhole” symbol on the black back
1 you can find To sew the stretch stitches
Between the numbers 0 and und you mu st turn the stitch length adjust
. This area is the gro
e” sym bol se to the symbol
the “button hol
sewing buttonho ment button (10) clockwi
optimum stitch density for “stretch”.
turn the dial to 0, the den
les. The further you
ser the stitch becomes.
9,

c1’
Stitch width adjustment but
(only on model 4260)
With the stitch length adju
stitch from 0 to 5 mm by
Wh en sew ing with the
ton
ji
6ACO
4d
EFG*,(L
stment button (7) you can

turning the point markin
stra
,,right” by turning the adju
stment button.
g
infinitely adjust the width of
on
ight stitch E you can vary the

the button to the req
the zigzag
uired width.
needle position from “middle”
to
ent button (7) to

point marking on the adjustm
“Twin needle” symbol und ern eath the “twin needle”
a width which is
(only on model 4260) symbol.
needle for
Important: Only use the twin
!
straight and zigzag stitches twin needle must
and 1 you will find Note: For zigzag sewing, the
Above the stitch widths 0 than 2 mm and whe n sewing the
. If you wish to sew not be wider
bol “twin nee dle” re than 3.5 mm.
the sym
twin needle, the straight stitch not mo
the zigzag stitch with the
2 mm. Turn the
stitch width must not exceed
23

3 2
c, 0
Setting utility stitches

All stitch patterns that you can
(25). Using the stitch pattern
sew with your machine are illustrate
adjustment button (24) you set the
dial so that the required letter is
directly underneath the poin t
desired stitch by turning the
mark ing.
I
d in the stitch pattern chart
24

c
Adjusting the stretch
All of the stitches on
stitches
the
fabrics. Turn the stitch
black bac kgr
length adjustment button
desired stitch with the stitc
h pattern adjustment
I-—-
ound are stretch stitches

, i.e. they are suitable for
(10) to the “stretch
but ton (24 ).
” sym bol and sele ct
stretch
the
25

tical sewing
Utility stitches and prac
Page 28
General sewing aids Page 29
Non-elastic stitches Pages 30, 32, 33, 35
Elastic stitches Page 31
Sewing on buttons Page 34
Overlock stitches Pages 36, 37
Buttonhole Page 38
Hem with the twin needle Page 39
Smocking Pages 40, 41
Gathering Pages 42, 43
Darning Pages 44, 45
Sewing on zippers Page 46
Stabilizing edges Page 47
Sewing lace Page 48
Shell edging
27

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Topstitching with the edge guide
Needle thread tension (special accessories)
t the needle
To ensure a perfect sewing resul For broad topstitching work we reco
mmend
in threa d tensi ons mus t be perfectly guaran
and bobb
al setting for using the edge guide. This accessory
tuned to each other. The norm tees topstitch ing whic h is para llel to the edge
utility stitches is between 4 5. —
of the fabric. The edge guid e is inser ted into

zigzag stitch. hole C and held their with retaining
screw F.
Check the tension with a broad
ds mus t be inter laced between the
The threa
two fabric plies .
high, the
If the needle thread tension is too
top fabric ply.
threads are interlaced above the
low, the
If the needle thread tension is too
belo w the lowe r fabric
threads are interlaced
ply.
thread tension
The adjustment of the bobbin
is described on page 1 5.
Sewing aid for thick seams

beginning
To ensure a consistent feed when
presser
sewing we recommend placing the
same
foot on a piece of fabric which is the
heig ht as the work piece .
28

Zigzag stitch
Straight stitch Model 4260:
ight stitch with the stitch width adjust
Program E is the basic stra Select stitch F. With the
The stitch length can —
vary the width bet

needle position middle. ment button (7) you can
then ed up to 4 mm . 5 mm .
be leng ween 0 and
Model 4250:
h needle position Select stitch G.
Basic straight stitch wit —
0 and 4250)
“left’s (only models 426 Model 4240:
G (4 mm).
Some sewing processes
cah be carried out —Select stitch F (2 mm) or
ily by alte ring the needle position.
more eas
coll ar or sewing on a zip
Eg. topstitching a
per.
Model 4260:
and set the stitch
Select straight stitch E
(7) to “0”.
—
width adjustment but ton
Model 4250:
— Select stitch F.
needle is at its highest
Please ensure that the
adjusting its setting.
position when
when serging the

Be careful to ensure that
Blind stitch foot no. 3
is particularly suitable nee dle per forations alternate
fabric edges the
mat erials. While sewing, ric and next to the
for serging difficult between entering the fab
bar C thus preventing
the thread passes over fabric whe n ove rsti tchi ng.
e from roll ing up. This ensures a
the fabric edg
good, smooth sea m.
be guided along stop
The trimmed edge must
can adju st the stop with retaining
B. You
screw A.
29

4260: stitch H
Elastic blind stitch 4250/40: stitch I
elas tic blind stitc h is especially suitable
The
hand is no lon
for invisible hems; sewing by
equa lly suita ble for both
ger necessary. It is
cs.
stretch and non-stretch fabri
ed simultaneously,
The hem is sewn and serg
i.e. an extra serg ing of the fabric edge is not
necessary.
gly, serge the
— On materials which fray stron
hem edg e sep arat ely.
— Fold the hem width inwards.
ds so that the
— Now lay the hem back outwar
abo ut 1 cm.
hem edge protrudes by
eath the presser
Now lay the fabric undern
along the
—
that the crea se line runs

foot so
red guide.
one texture yarn
The needle must catch only
the crease line.
—
when entering the fabric in
30

ton shank
Sewing on buttons with a but
Sewing on buttons
presser foot must Insert the presser foot.
For sewing on buttons, the
—
holes in the but

ved and the feed dog must be cove Place a match between the
be remo the left hand
—
ton and sew as desc ribed in

red with the darn ing plate .
h (model 4260: column on this page.
Select the 4 mm zigzag stitc
nt button at
—
stitch F. stitch width adju stme

el 425 0 and 424 0: stitc h G)
4; mod
you and move
Turn the handwheel towards
the needle
—
the button in such a way that

n.
enters the right hole in the butto
lifter; this holds
— Now lower the presser foot
the button off the blad e.
Take care to ensure
Now sew on the button.
—
right hand 111)

that the needle also enters the
hole in the butto n.
reverse side.
— Knot the thread ends on the
fabric and
— Remove the match and pull the
the butto n apar t.
ng thread and
— Wrap the shank with the sewi
knot it.
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4260/4240: Stitch F stretch
Stitch E stretch 4250: Stitch G stretch
Stretch triple zigzag

Stretch triple straight stitch and
h require a The stretch triple zigzag is a very elastic
With this program, all seams whic deco rativ e seam whic h is particular ly suitable
bility are sewn : e.g. crotch
high level of dura for T-shirts and underwear.
seams.
— Serge the fabric edge.
— Fold over the desired hem width.
— Topstitch the hem from the face side.
32

/\JfSJV / .f
4(1
4260: Stitch E
4260: Stitch G 4250/4240: Stitch H
4250/4240: Stitch H
Honeycomb stitch
Elastic stitch an elastic and deco
The honeycomb stitch is
ticity, this stitch is larly suitable for
Because of its high elas rative hem whi ch is par ticu
on elas tic band. e.g. on and T-s hirts.
used for sewing hems on underwear
underwear. dou ble and overstitch it.
Fold the hem over
band close to the
—
— Cut off the old elastic

fabric edg e.
4 mm long
Gather the fabric with the
.
—
pag e 40)
straight stitch (c.f.
een the elastic
Slide the workpiece betw
and pin it down.
—
or lay it und ern eath it

band
tic stitch. Allow the
Sew it on using the elas
to overlap a little
—
tic ban d
ends of the elas
elas tic stitch.
and overstitch with the
elas tic tape is
On skirts and trousers, the been prepa
has
—
o the edg e whi ch

sewn ont stitc h.
g the elas tic
red as above, usin
33

N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
Stitch K stretch
ch? 0)
What is an overlock stit (only models 4250 and 426
materials, the hobby
For elastic and knitted
0 and 426 0 offer overlock stit
models 425
fab ric layers together and Closed overlock stitch
ches which sew two sew jersey quality
e sim ulta neo usly . The y are more elastic With this stitch you can
serg on sleeve cuffs
y durable and easy and perfectly. You can also sew
than normal seams, ver
fast to sew. and kni t coll ars.
g blind stitch foot ve cuff is stretched
Tip: We recommend usin Tip: Ensure that the slee
whe n sew ing ove rloc k seams. It guides while it is being sew n.
no. 3
y wel l and pre ven ts the seam pucke-
particularl
ring even on broad sea ms.
Stitch I. stretch
and 4260)
(only on models 4250
Open overlock stitch

materials and fabrics
With this stitch, thicker
not fray stro ngl y can be sewn toge
which do
ther perfectly.
dle sews the right
Tip: Ensure that the nee
the material and not in
hand stitch just next to
it.
34

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

U’
Buttonholes
easy with all of the
Sewing buttonholes is very
y mo dels bec aus e the fabric does not
hobb
sewing buttonho
have to be rotated. To make
mm end the buttonhole
es even easier we reco
foot (special accessories).
sewn into lined,
Generally, buttonholes are
How ever , it is necessary to
doubled fabric.
ls such as silk,
additionally line some materia
nza and visc ose with backing paper so
orga
er when being
that the fabric does not gath
sewn.
very good for
Avalon (from Madeira) is also
pos e. This is a spec ial type of fleece
this pur
es in wate r. On mat erials such as
which dissolv
l fab rics whic h feed
velvet and thick woo
ly it can be use d eith er on or underneath
poor
s fed more effi
the fabric. The material is thu
ine and but tonholes are
ciently by the mach
much easier to sew.
ads are particu
Embroidery and darning thre
sewi ng attra ctive seams.
larly good for
er or pin, mark the star
Using a magic mark
es and always sew
ting points of the buttonhol
a test buttonhole first.
Note:
must slide the
Before every buttonhole you
(special acces
runner of the buttonhole foot
ards as far as it will go. i.e. the red
sories) forw
first red line. The red markings
arrow is at the
you a yardstick for
are 0.5 cm apart. They give
buttonhole.
determining the length of the
36

A B
wIiIEiT
p thread
Linen buttonhole with gim
Program B/AC/D but tonholes, e.g. on
ttonhole’s To sew especially durable
Stitch length symbol “bu ear, we reco mm end usin g a gimp
zhe buttonhole sportsw
Sewing button hol es wit h
thread.
foot thread is parti
On elastic materials the gimp buttonhole
the
Linen buttonhole cularly important to prevent
foot and slide the foot tchi ng.
Insert the buttonhole from stre
the rear protru
—
forwards as far as it will go. Lay the gimp thread over

ends under
—
ent dial at B sion A and pass the thre ad

Position the pattern adjustm m in the foo t towards the front.
—
but ton hol e sea nea th the pre sser

and sew the first
left and right of
desired length. — Clamp the threads to the
sew a few stit protrusion B.
Then, with the setting AC.
have to hold the as far forwards
—
ches for the bartack. You Slide the buttonhole runner

g this .
—
but ton hole as

fabric while doin as possible and sew the
er 0 and sew the sec ond crib ed in the left hand column.
Then select the lett des
reverse direction and thread into the
—
buttonhole seam in the Pull the loop of the gimp

ads.
—
in the same leng th. buttonhole and cut the thre

again and sew a few bartack
Then set AC
fabric.
—
stitches while holding the the standard

Sewing buttonholes with
presser foo t 0
Model 4240: Linen buttonholes
s on the reverse side. points of the
—Knot the thre ad end — Mark the beginning and end
buttonholes on the fabri c.
Model 4250:
section
Adjust to the stra igh t stitc h sett ing F (left Proceed as described in the
buttonhole
—
a few tying off but ton hol es with the

needle position) and sew “Sewing
stitches. foot”.
buttonhole seam.
Model 426 0: When sewing the second
the beginning
—
and do not sew furt her than

ight stitch E
Adjust the setting to stra
tion by turning the point.
—
select the left needle posi

h widt h adju stm ent dial (7) to 0.
stitc
hes.
Sew a few tying off stitc
—
but ton hol e with the aid of a

Cut open the
knife.
—
slitti ng
pair of scissors or a
37

Threading the twin needle
dle
Hem with the twin nee Place a spool on both of the
spool stands.
be carried out on
—
Topstitc hin g wor k can of the threads

tch Ma teri als with the twin Simultaneously pass both
normal and stre ked with the
—
ad gui de mar
through the thre
needle. ad slot , one of the
arrows. In the right thre
hirts, knitwear and right and the
Professional hems on T-s thre ads mu st pas s to the
sew n quickly and easily ion disc C.
cycling sho rts can be other to the left of the tens
nee dle. The twin needle is avai
with the twin
Ple ase ensure that you
lable in various widths.
the jers ey needle for stretch fabricsl
use
be broader than 3.5
The twin needle must not
wit h the straight stitch (with
cm when sewing
re than 2.0 mm) to
the zigzag stitch not mo
avoid nee dle breaka ges .
of fabric desired
— First iron over the width
for the hem.
from the face side.
— Then topstitch the hem
hem edge back to
— Finally cut the protruding
the sea m.
such as ribbed knit-
Tip: On difficult materials
le to bas te the hem before
wear it is advisab
topstitching it.
thread guides
Lay the threads behind the
one of the threads
—
(18) and (19) and thre ad

left needles.
into each of the right and
38

tic threads
Smocking effect with elas
h as Bati st. viscose and
Fine, light fabrics suc
are especia lly suit able for beautiful smoc
silk
work with the elastic
king work. For smocking
use an additional bobbin
thread you should
with the elastic
case and wind it by hand
ad is much stronger
thread. As the elastic thre
al bob bin thre ad, the tension of
than the norm
be set at very low. Don’t
the bobbin case must
et how ever , the hig her the bobbin thread
forg
the gathering effect.
tension, the more intense
ne the level of
— Sew a test seam to determi
gather.
face side of the
— Mark the first line on the
fabric and sew alon g it.
be sewn at a
Each additional seam can
first row.
—
h from the
presser foot’s widt
sea ms next to one
When sewing several
the fabric to its
—
ano ther , you mu st stre tch

ing the subsequent
original length when sew
the gath er will be irregu
seams. Otherwise
lar.
inning and end
Knot the threads at the beg
side.
—
of the seam on the rev erse
39

ight stitch
Gathering with the stra
m E you can gather sleeves,
With the progra
h stitch length of
a
skirts and valances wit
ens ure a reg ular gathering effect
4 mm. To
two or three rows of gathe
you should sew
ring.
the face side of the
Mark the first line on to
it. Allow the threads
—
fabric and sew alon g

. 10 20 cm.
protrude approx
—
m can be sewn one

Each subsequent sea
the last.
—
presser foot width from

ric by pulling the
Gather the piece of fab
ermine the amount
—
bobbin thread . You det

mu ch you pull the thread.
of gather by how
s are knotted to
Finally the thread end
—
secure the gat her .
40

4260: Stitch G stretch tch
stre
4250/4240: Stitch H
(special accessories) is
Tip The cording foot
elas tic thr ead for gathering. Due to its
Gathering with the particularly suitable
can be gathered with tic is fed evenly during
Sleeve and waist seams guide grooves the elas
thread. The elas tic the sewing pro ces s.
ease using an elastic
to be wound onto the
thread does not have
bobbin.
g seam on the
Mark the first gatherin
ric.
—
reverse side of the fab

g the honeycomb
Sew a few stitches usin
dle in the fabric.
—
nee
stitch and leave the
nee dle mu st be in the middle of the
The
presser foot and lay
presser foot. Raise the
ad aro und the needle.
the elastic thre
foo t and sew a few stit
Lower the presser ad evenly at
—
elas tic thre

ches. Then pull the
both end s.
unt of gather by the
You determine the amo
ads.
—
amount you pull the thre

be alte red after sewing
The gather can also elastic threads.
the
-.
by pul ling the end s of

and the elastic.
Finally, knot the threads
—
41

4260: Stitch G
4250/4240: Stitch H
h Sewing on patches
Darning with the elastic stitc necessary to
h is especially To cover larger holes well, it is
Darning with the elastic stitc sew a new piece of fabri c onto the damaged
for repa iring dam aged areas.
suitable area.
in rows until it
Sew over the damaged area Baste the new piece of fabric onto
the
ensure that the
—
is well covered. Take care to —
of the face side of the fabric.

damaged area
rows overlap. the elastic
— Sew over the fabric edges with
stitch.
to the
Now cut the damaged area back
fabric.
—
seam from the reve rse side of the

ers of the
Tip: To simplify turning the corn
the needle is
patch, turn the handwheel until
er foot and
in the fabric. Then raise the press
turn the fabri c.
42

H
I
Repairing tears
is use
es or small holes it
On tears, frayed edg er the rev ers e
ric und
ful to lay a piece of fab erl ayed fabric rein
fab ric. The und
side of the r
e and ensures you a pe
forces the workpiec
fect repair.
underneath the mate
Lay a piece of fabric
a little larger than the
—
rial. It must alw ays be

damaged area.
aged area in accor
Now sew over the dam
the tear.
—
dance with the size of

ce of fabric back to
— Cut the underlayed pie
the seam.
43

n in zipper
Bilaterally concealed, sew
Sewing on zippers the right hand side.
Insert the zipper foot on
s of sewing on zip
—
There are various method Baste in the zipper and lay

it underneath
ts we reco mm end the bilaterally teeth of the zip
pers. For skir
—
t so that the
for men ’s and ladies, trou the presser foo
concealed zipper, zipper. The per run alongside the foo t.
cea led
sers the unilaterally con We recommend er, leave the needle
market offe rs var iou s zipp ers. Stitch in half of the zipp
rics such as sser foot and
—
er for stro ng fab fab ric, rais e the pre

using a metal zipp we reco mmend
in the
eria ls er.
denim. For all other mat close the zipp
er. ing the seam up
a plas tic zipp Now you can continue sew
es of zipper to sew and sew the lateral
—
It is important for all typ to the end of the zipper

edg e of the teeth of the zip seam.
very close to the
sibl e to insert the zip
per. This is why it is pos
t eith er on the righ t or the left of the
per foo
presser foot hol der .
rted into the left side
If the zipper foot is inse
you can additionally
of the presser foot holder
nee dle pos itio n “lef t” on models 4250
use the
and 4260.
44

the zipper parallel at
— Sew the second half of
the same distance.
and leave the needle
Stop after the first half
—
fabric. Rai se the pre sser foot and

in the
open the zipp er.
ing the seam.
— Now you can finish sew
seam, open the

Just before the end of the
—
sew ing the seam.

The trouser zipper zipper and finish
ces, taking care the overlap
Iron over the seam allowan Close the zipper and bas te
erlap protrudes by the zipper.
— —
to ens ure that the und eve nly to the oth er half of
about 4 mm. Then sew through the bas
ted seam.
underlap so that
Baste the zipper under the
—
seam, we recom
—
ble. Tip: To achieve a perfect

the teeth are visi e gui de (special accesso
the right hand side mend using the edg
Insert the zipper foot on ries).
the correct position.
—
and mo ve the nee dle to

zipper. 45
— Sew along the edge of the

Stabilizing edges
es> you
With the hemmer (special accessori
lize blou ses, silk crav ats and valances
can stabi
ng to pre-i ron the
with ease, without havi
ents the
fabric edges. The hemming prev
frayi ng and a clean , durable edge
edges from
is the result.
c edge over
— Fold the beginning of the fabri
twice (each approx. 2 mm>.
rneath the
Lay the folded fabric edge unde
with the
—
hemmer and sew a few stitc hes

3 mm.
straight stitch E. Stitch length 2.5
—
c, raise the
Leave the needle in the fabri
mer foot
—
presser foot and insert the hem

scroll into the fabri c.
e the fabric
Lower the presser foot and guid
Take care to
—
edge evenly into the hemmer.

run under
ensure that the fabric does not
the right half of the press er foot.
4i11
fabrics, the
Tip: On silk, viscose and chiffon
cular ly attra ctive with a zigzag
roll hem is parti
stitch.
46

Inserting lace
ul effect by inserting
You can achieve a beautif
chil dren’s clothing.
lace, e.g. on baby and
o the face side of
— First the lace is basted ont
the fabri c.
at a narrow
— Sew on both sides of the lace
margin.
lace is cut down
The fabric underneath the
side.
—
dle and irone d to the

the mid
h edg es of the lace with a
— Sew over bot
small, dense zigzag stitc h.
— Cut back the extra fabric.
Attaching lace
l home textiles
You can beautify and remode
over and over again.
with an appropriate lace
And here’s how it’s done:

First serge the cut edges.
—
side of the
Sew the lace onto the face
.
fabric up to the first corner
it diagonally.
Fold the corner and sew over
—
s in the same
Process all the following side
—
way.
:1
$4
47

4250: Stitch L
Only on models 4260 and
woollen thread into
Tip: By sewing a coloured
Shell edging seam you stre ngt hen the shell edge while
the
attractive on thin, attra ctive con trast in the
The shell edge is especially also creating an
colour can also
fabrics such as silk and viscose. It is often seam. A fine fabric of another
soft thread.
edgi ng on unde rwea r. The higher be used instead of a woollen
used as an
on, the dee per the shell
the needle thread tensi
edg e feed.
iron over the
— Serge the fabric edge and
seam allow ance .
runs half
Take care that the fabric only
while sewing.
—
underneath the presser foot

the shell
This intensifies the effect of
edging.
48

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

)
Richelieu
of eyelet and
This especially artistic form
roide ry is easy to sew with your
insert emb
sewing machine.
your motif onto
— Using a magic marker, draw
the face side of the fabric.
Avalon fleece
Then place two layers of
embroidered
—
underneath the parts to be

and the fleece
and clamp both the fabric
into an embroidery frame.
— Insert foot number 0.
the embroidery,
To lend more durability to
e using the
—
sew all of the contours twic

igh t stitc h (stitc h leng th approx. 1 mm(.
stra
fabric from the
Then carefully cut out the
w. 2 mm next to
—
areas which are to be hollo

e mus t not move.
the contour. The fleec
with a dense zigzag
— Embroider the contours
stitch.
e, this part of
Due to the embroidery fleec
le and strong.
—
the work is much more stab

the emb roidery
Finally, simply dissolve
one-off design
—
fleec e in cold wat er and your

is finished.
50

And here’s how it’s done:
Patchwork quilt cially available
Using your own or commer
traditional handicraft —
need for your

Patching and quilting are templates, cut the pieces you
niq ues whi ch wer e origi nally used by rk. The tem plat es sho uld include a
tech patchwo
eric an pio nee r wom en to make use 1/4 inch (0.6 3 cm).
north Am
yea rs it has develo seam allowance of
of leftover fabric. Over the t of you in
Spread these pieces out in fron
ped into a creative hobby. and form small
—
acc ord anc e with the patt ern

sewn exclusively put together.
Patchwork quilts used to be squares which you can then
ada ys, how eve r, you have the be sew n together
by hand. Now
tive ideas a reality These squares will then
your crea quilt.
possibility to make and will form the top ply of the
in a much shorter time. serged when
The seam allowances are not
consists of three lay be smoothed
A patchwork quilt always
—
rath er they are to

quilting, but
ers of fabric: down, never ironed!
es of fabric are the quilt onto
A number of geometric piec Baste the finished top ply of
ons to create a quilt layer.
combined in different variati
—
ce inse rt and the bot tom

top of the quilt. the flee
rk whi ch form s the
patchwo ric layers are
ted to a flee ce layer and then Traditionally, these three fab
This is then bas ual stitches
—
lt which usually sewn together with smal l man

of the qui
sewn onto the back more practical
sist s of one piec e of fabri c. The entire quilt this procedure is faster and
con with the
layer. with a sewing machine, e.g.
is often bound by this bottom m I stretch (only
straight stitch or the progra
approximately
on model 4260). Always sew
next to the sea m. Use foot number 0
3 mm
foot (see page
or the quilt and patchwork
58).
your quilt.
You can then continue to sew
it into a cus hio n, a wall hanging or a
making
bedspread.
51

h seam
Hem edge sewn with hemstitc
4260: Stitch F stretch pull one or
Iron the hem over twice and
4250/4240; Stitch G stretch —
ads out from abov e the hem.

more thre
sew the
Using the stretch zigzag stitch,
needle must
—
Hemstitch seam hem from the face side. The

embroidery hand side
The hemstitch seam is an old perforate the hem on the right
used to secure edges on le the pulle d thre ads on the left
technique and can be and bund
linen as well as for deco ration on clo hand side.
table
work you will
thing. For your hemstitching
le and coar se linen out of
require a wing need
single threads.
which you can easily pull the
patching thread
Furthermore, the darning and
suita ble. With the stretch zigzag
is particularly
us hem stitching tech
stitch you can sew vario
es such as the wale hem stitch seam, a
niqu
h and a hemstitch
hem sewn with the hemstitc
Use the norm al presser foot.
seam as an edge.
Wale hemstitch seam

seam the
As with the hand hemstitch
desired width.
—
threads are pulle d out to the

stitch, sew
Using a narrow stretch zigzag
s. The needle
—
along both of the fabric edge

the pulled
must perforate the area of
threads just next to the edge s. This bundles
the threads.
Hemstitch seam as edge

thin materials.
This edge is used for very fine,
cularly suita ble for valan ces and ruf
It is parti
have to be pulle d.
fles. No threads
h, sow at a
Using the stretch zigzag stitc
edge of the
—
presser foot’s width along the

fabric.
trim off the
Using a small pair of scissors,
edge.
—
excess fabric on the hemstitch
52

Accessories and needles
ries> Page 54
Presser feet (normal accesso Page 55
Special accessories chart Page 56
Bias-tape binder Page 56
ent
Multi-stitch gathering attachm Page 57
Felling foot Page 57
Single-needle cording foot Page 58
Knit-edge foot Page 58
Quilt and patchwork foot Page 59, 60
Needle chart
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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
6
-_, _s. -*.
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Darning plate
I
I
Screwdriver
Brush
Oil tube
Knife
Felt discs (2 x)
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Presser feet (special accessories)
able from your dealer.
special sewing work. They are avail
The special accessories are for
Part no.: Sewing operation

Special accessories
93-036 942-9 1 The spaces of
Decorative cording foot the cording con be
embroidered.
93-042 950-91
Cording foot, 5 grooves
1.6 2.0)
(twin needle with needle gauge For sewing cording
—
93-042 953-91
Cording foot, 7 grooves
1.6 2.0) (needl. thickn. 80
(twin needle with needle gauge
—
98-694 821-00 Attention’ Only use straight

needle hole
Straight stitch foot with round stitch with needle position
middle.
93-036 910-91 For all sewing work

Finger guard
98-802 422-00 For topstitching
Edge guide
93-042 946-9 1 For lap-felling seams
Felling foot 4.5 mm
93-042 948-91 For lap-felling seams
Felling foot 6.5 mm
98-694 864-00 Multiple uses e.g. for
Clear-view foot buttonholes
98-694 882-00 For sewing buttonholes

Buttonhole roller
98-999 650-00 For sewing dense or
Multi-stitch gathering attachment broard pleats on valances
(remove presser foot holder) etc.
93-036 91 5-91 For cording

Single-needle cording foot
93-036 925-91 For sewing patchwork
Quilting foot parts and quilting
98-694 87 3-00 For hemming edges

Roll hemmer 2 mm
91 -046 703-93 For materials which are
Roll foot duff, to feed (e.g. leather)
98-694 823-00 For hemming edges

Hemmer foot 4 mm
98-694 818-00 For hemming edges
Hemmer foot 3mm
98-053 484-9 1 For binding edges with
Bias-tape binder bias tape
(remove presser foot holder(
93-042 957-9 1 For sewing together
Knit-edge foot knitwear
93-036 917-91 For sewing leather

Teflon foot
e of the special accessories.

find exemples of the use of som
On the following pages you will 55

L
Multi-stitch gathering attachment

Bias-tape binder You have
le way of The classic of all the presser feet!
Binding with a bias tape is a simp the choice of whether you wish
to lay dense
fabric edge s a smo oth, clean appea gathering
lending
: bias tape, 24 mm wide, or broad pleats. The multi-stitch
rance. You will need attachme nt offer s three optio ns for use:
unfolded. fabri c.
presser 1. Laying pleat s in
Remove the presser foot and the sewing them
binder. 2. Laying pleats in fabric and
—
foot hold er and screw on the tape

nning of the simultaneously.
Cut diagonally across the begi ng lace
3. Laying pleats in fabric and sewi
—
bias tape. ousl y.

onto them simu ltane
of the tape
Guide the tape into the pouch ription
back. The foot comes with a detailed desc
—
and pull it out towa rds the

binder ering
that the when you buy your multi-stitch gath
Set the tape binder in such a way attachme nt at you PFA FF deale r.
from the fol
—
needle perforates 1 1.5 mm

—
needle posi
ded bias-tape edge or alter the
tion.
bias tape
Sew a few centimeters along the
g the
—
with the straight stitch before layin

d into the
trimmed edge which is to be boun
med edge
slot of the tape binder. The trim
between the band . The
must be inserted
nd the
bias tape automatically wraps arou
during the
edge of the fabric automatically
sewing oper ation .
l effect by
Tip: You can achieve an additiona
using the zigzag stitch.
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Single-needle cording foot
Felling foot h an embroide
durable. The Cording is a technique by whic
Felling seams are decorative and red purl seam resul ts from emb roidering over
are espe ciall y suita ble for sport allows you
refor e, they
’s shirts and bead yarn or a fine filler cord. This
swear and children’s wear. men to achie ve a simi lar effec t to that of soutache
ly attractive
jeans. These seams are particular braiding. This raised purl seam also
makes
contrasting
when you use sewing threads of appliqué work more expressive.
colours. fabric. Try
ther, reverse Draw the desired motif onto the
Lay the pieces of material toge ts.
—
—
to avoi d tight curv es and sharp poin
side to reverse side. and lay
m ply Insert the single-needle cording foot
Let the trimmed edge of the botto ve of
—
into the front left groo

—
1.5 cm. the gimp thread

by abou t 1 thread
protr ude the presser foot. Then lay the gimp
—
over the ton of the

Now lay this protruding edge into the rear groove under the sole
c must be
—
gue of the felling foot. The fabri presser foot.

foot.
laid totally under the presser — Using the stitch-pattern adjustme
nt knob
with the B. Set
Now sew over the folded edge (24), select the buttonhole symbol
—
h (stitc h leng th 2.5 3 mm). h leng th to the “But tonh ole” sym
straight stitc
—
the stitc
and insert bol.
Then pull the fabric layers apart the
foot. The Now stitch over the gimp thread with
—
the raised hem into the felling —
and the edge so-called

hem is folded over by the foot narrow, dense zigzag stitch. The
. Pull the piece s of fabric apart purl seam results.
is sewn over
while sewing them. Tip: You can achieve a special effec
t by
bead
embroidering over a medium sized
different
thread with a sewing thread of a
colour.
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Quilt and patchwork foot

Knit-edge foot foot,
presser foot When using the quilt and patchwork
As the knit-edge foot has two always sew the pieces of fabric
with the requi
ring heig ht, thick knitted fabrics inch because
soles of diffe
To do so select the red seam allowance of 1/4 or 1/8
can be sewn with ease . from the need le to the outer right
h. To ensure a the distance
open or the closed overtock stitc edge of the foot is 1/4 inch (0.63
cm> and to
pieces, we
perfect seam on fashioned work the inner right edge 1/8 inch (0.31
cm>.
ng a woo llen threa d under
recommend sewi
thread while
slight tension along with the
simultaneously sewing over it. Patching
— Insert the quilt and patchwork foot.
with the
Sew the pieces of fabric together
1/4 inch
—
straight stitch. When working with

allow ance , guid e the piece of fabric
seam
foot.
along the outer right edge of the
e the
When working with 1/8 inch guid
of the foot.
fabric along the inner right edge
Quilting
e layer and
(sewing through the top layer, fleec
bottom layer of the quilt)
with the
Sew the three fabric plies (e.g.
to the
—
strai ght stitc h> appr ox. 3 mm next

seam (see page 51>.
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Needle chart
l sewing of the material.

Using the right needle ensures the optima
Fabric weight: Fabric weight:

Fabric weight: heavy
light medium
Needle size Needle size
Needle size 100 110 120
60 70 75 80 90
Needle points
Profile Point and Suitable for

System and
needle size eye
Small Universal needle for fine-meshed

130/705 H synthetics, fine linen, chiffon,
Needle thickness: ball point
batiste, organdy, woollens, velvet,
70/80 fancy seams and embroidery work.
Medium Coarse knitted fabrics, Lastex, interlock,

130/705 H-SLJK Quiana and Simplex
70/110
Medium Stretch-fabric needle, specially deve
130/705 H-PS loped for Pfaff. Particularly suitable for
delicate stretch and knitted fabrics.
75 + 90
Large Wide meshed corsetry, Lycra,
130/705 H-SKF Simplex and Lastex.
7 0/110
Acute Twill, workwear,heavy linens, denim
130/705 H-J and light canvas.
Needle thickness: round point
90-110
Narrow Leather, suede, calf and goatskin.
130/705 H-LR
Needle thickness: twist point
70-1 20 (cuts rightl
Narrow wedge Imitatation leather, plastics and

130/705 H-PCI oil cloth.
Needle thickness: point left twist
80-110 groove (r. left)
Small bail Seams topstitched with buttonhole

130 H-N silk or no. 30/3 synthetic.
Needle thickness: point,
70-110 long eye
Hemstitching Attractive hemstitching seams on

130/705 H-WING heavily dressed materials,
Needle thickness: point
Organdy and glass cambric.
100
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Needle chart
System and Stitch length Stitch width Needle Suitable for

needle size spacing
2,5 mm 1,6 mm Normal cording

130/705 H-ZWI —
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 with twin needles

if the needles perfo
Before sewing your desired design, turn the handwheel and check to see
rate the fabric properly. This helps to prevent needle breakages.
Decorative and zigzag patterns
130/705 H-ZWI
Thickness: 80 0,5 — 1,5 mm Wide 1,6 mm Ornamentation
Thickness: 80 0,5 — 1,5 mm Narrow 2.0 mm Ornamentation
Thickness: 80 0,5 — 1,5 mm Narrow 2.5 mm Ornamentation
Hemstitch/special double needle
130/705
H-ZWI-HO Decorative
Thickness: 80 2,3 — 3,0 mm Very narrow —
hemstitching
Thickness: 100 2.0 — 3,0 mm Very narrow — effect.
Heavily dressed
materials and
glass cambric
are particularly
suitable

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

q?1v
Pull the hook cover ring out towards you.

Unlocking the hook
of
To unlock the hook, fold open the black bar
the hook race.
Cleaning and oiling

You can now remove the hook.
— Clean the hook race with the brush.
— 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.
62

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Removing the needle plate — Remove the detachable work support (15).
Loosen the two screws with the screwdriver
Raise the presser foot holder (23) and click and lift the needle plate (16).
out the presser foot. The needle must be at its
highest position. — Now clean the feed dog with the brush.
Replacing the sewing Iamp To simplify changing the sewing lamp, we

recommend laying the sewing machine on the
Switch off the on/off switch (13). handwheel (8) as shown.
— Pull the plug of the foot pedal out of the Hold on to the machine and twist the lamp
machine. out of its socket. Now you can insert a new
— Remove the detachable work support (15). lamp and screw it into place.
The sewing lamp is in the head of the Importanti The maximum permissible wat
machine. tage of the sewing lamp is 15 Watts.
63

Trouble shooting
Problem: Solution:
1. The machine skips stitches.
The needle ist not inserted properly. Push the needle up as far as it will go.
With the flat side facing the rear.
The wrong needle is inserted. Insert needle system 130/705 H.
The needle is bent or blunt. Insert a new needle.
The machine ist not correctly theaded. Check the correct threading of the machine.
The needle is too fine for the thread. Insert a thicker needle.
2. The needle thread breaks

Due to the above reasons. See above.
When the thread tension is too tight. Adjust the thread tension.
When the thread quality is poor or slubbed. Only use high quality thread.
or when the thread has become too dry due
to being in storage too long.
When the thread is too thick. Insert a needle with a large eye
(system 130 N).
3. The needle breaks

The needle is not inserted as far as possible. Insert the new needle as far as it will go.
The needle is bent. Insert a new needle.
The needle is too thin or too thick. Observe the needle chart (page 59, 60).
The needle is bent due to the fabric being Allow the machine to feed the material alone.
pulled causing it to hit the needle plate.
Only guide the workpiece lightly.
The bobbin case is not inserted correctly. When inserting the bobbin case,
push it into place as far as possible.
4. The seam is not regular

The tension is poorly adjusted. Check the needle and bobbin thread tensions.
The thread is too thick, slubbed or hard. Only use perfect thread.
The bobbin thread is wound unevenly. Do not wind the bobbin without allowing
the thread to run through the bobbin
winder tension.
Thread loops above or below the stitch. Thread the machine properly.
Check the needle and bobbin thread tensions.
5. The machine does not feed or

feeds unevenly
Lint has collected between the teeth Remove the needle plate and remove
of the feed dog. the lint with the brush.
6. The machine does not run easily.

There are pieces of excess thread Remove the unwanted threads and place
in the hook race. one drop of oil in the hook.
Important notes:
Before changing the presser foot or needle, the on/off switch must be switched off.
The machine must not be operated without a workpiece when threaded.
short
Always switch off the on/off switch when leaving the machine unattended, even for
periods.
This is particularly important when children are in the vicinity.
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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 compartment
1 6 Needle plate
1 7 Presser foot holder with presser foot
1 8 Thread guide
1 9 Thread guide
20 Threading groove
21 Take-up lever
22 Needle holder with retaining screw
23 Presser foot lifter
24 Stitch pattern adjustment button
25 Stitch pattern chart
26 Hook cover (hook inside)
27 Feed dog
28 Needle bar
29 Sewing lamp
30 Thread trimmer

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DANGER To reduce the risk of electric shock:

Please also observe the general safety notes on page 2.

Keep these instructions in a safe place

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Adjusting stretch stitches

Hem with the twin needle .

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Utility stitch chart

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and 4 mm with the aid of

Zigzag stitch For serging and appliqué

Elastic blind stitch For invisible hem attachment and

Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

Closed A closing and serging seam for fraying

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Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitch

Straight stitch, For all sewing and topstitch work

Zigzag stitch For serging and appliqué

Elastic stitch For stitching on elastic band, darning tears

Elastic blind stitch For invisible hem attachment and

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

Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads, overlocking

Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

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Straight stitch For all straight stitch and lockstitch work

Zigzag stitch For serging and appliqué

Elastic stitch For stitching on elastic band,

Elastic blind stitch For invisible hem attachment and

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

Stretch triple For attaching elastic tape on

Honeycomb stitch For sewing on elastic threads,

Florentine stitch A decorative stretch stitch

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Operating the machine

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Mounting the bobbin

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Bobbin winder tension

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Adjusting the setting:

thread tension becomes weaker

bobbin thread tension becomes stronger.

Inserting the bobbin case

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