Hello, the step by step directions in my 2140 manuals are not clear on how to set my Pfaff. 2140 creative to free motion sew.....I have the correct foot, but need guidance on how to set my machine. Thank u for any help u can give me. Thank u so much... Roberta in Ca.
Use a darning foot or other free motion foot. Attaching this foot disengages the the feed dogs.
Set machine for straight stitch. (Stitch length doesn't matter since the feed dogs have been disengaged and you will be make the stitch length by moving the fabric with your hands.)
Most quilters prefer to have the needle in the automatic down position when free motion quilting.
Test on a practice piece of quilt sandwich and adjust the upper tension to suit you.
That's it!
Consult the manual at 3-9, 5-15 (darning instructions) and page 133-134.
"The Pfaff “Free-motion program”!
Select the “Free-motion program” and the presser foot automatically moves to the embroidery and darning position. Lower the feed dogs conveniently from the front of the machine."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Joc7YXh_4KU
http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1/pfaff-2140-free-motion-quilting-t269211.html
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Which model are you using? Creative 4.5?, On the newer machines it drops automatically once the embroidery attachment is hooked up. On older Creatives v2.x there is a slide lever in front of the presser foot on the front.
SOURCE: Timing is off on my Pfaff 2140/2170 machine.
Basically on any sewing machine to time it you will need to separate the two gears that drive the hook. Usually loosen the set screws that attach the gear to the shaft and separate them.
Time the hook first. On center needle position, set the hook so that the point is behind the needle when the needle bar has risen about 2.5mm.
2) Set the needle bar height. Choose the needle position which is the last for the hook to pass.
(Left on most machines, right on older Vikings) At this point, place the point of the hook behind
the needle and set the needle bar height so that top of the eye is just barely below the tip of the
hook.
3) Check feed timing. Set the stitch length to the longest stitch. The needle should enter the
fabric just as the teeth drop below the surface of the plate.
SOURCE: sewing machine maintenance, walking foot & free-motion foot
Is this a Janome MemoryCraft 9000? (I ask because the models seem to get mixed up in the threads)
If so, you can more than likely find accessories for the MC9000 either on eBay, your local Janome dealer (you can find the closest one to you @ Janome's website using the "Dealer Locator" feature) or even ... SEARS!
Sears contracted Janome to make several of their sewing machines (I think Janome might still be the actual manufacturer, but aren't 100% sure) and so the parts are compatible. You can even use a Kenmore Memory Card with a Janome MC9000.
As for oiling, if it's the MC9000 (much like practically all newer models) they don't need oiling. Though sometimes, you can dab a teeny-tiny amount of oil on the bobbin case if it needs it.
SOURCE: - resetting the timing
I have been an upholsterer for over 30 years, I own a Pfaff 145 and Pfaff 545. Both are basically the same. Whenever my timing is off, where the threaded needle won't connect with the bobbin thread, I have always had success in re-setting the timing by taking apart the entire bobbin case. Remove the walking foot and the plate it walks on. Remove the bobbin and dismantle everything underneath it. Keep each piece and its screws together, and remember the order in which you removed it (last goes in first, etc.)Remove any obstructions, thread, fluff, etc. Surprisingly, when you put it all back together, your timing will be back to normal. This has always worked for me, and I hope it'll work fo you.
SOURCE: need owners manual
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