Pfaff hobbylock 2.5 Owner'S Manual Download Page 2

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 - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

•  A sewing machine should never be left unattended when plugged in. Always unplug this sewing 

machine from the electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

•  Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated 15 Watt.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fi re, 

electric shock, or injury to persons:

•  This sewing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, 

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given 

supervision or instruction concerning use of the sewing machine by a person responsible for their safety.

•  Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the sewing machine.
•  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.

•  Never operate this sewing machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if 

it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the sewing machine to the nearest 

authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment.

•  Never operate the sewing machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the 

sewing machine and foot controller free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

• Keep fi ngers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the sewing machine needle 

and blades.

•  Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.
•  Do not use bent needles.
•  Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may defl ect the needle causing it to break.
•  Wear safety glasses.
•  Switch the sewing machine off (“0”) when making any adjustment in the needle area, such as threading 

needle, changing needle, or changing presser foot, etc.

•  Always unplug sewing machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when 

making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.

•  Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
•  Do not use outdoors.
•  Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administrated.
•  To disconnect, turn all controls to the off (“0”) position, then remove plug from outlet.
•  Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

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Summary of Contents for hobbylock 2.5

Page 1: ...O w n e r s M a n u a l...

Page 2: ...it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly if it has been dropped or damaged or dropped into water Return the sewing machine to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for exa...

Page 3: ...ing thread 16 Stitches Sewing techniques Stitch overview 17 Start sewing 21 Pin placement 21 Chain off 21 Flatlock sewing 22 Standard flatlock stitch 22 Ornamental flatlock stitch 22 Ladder stitch 22...

Page 4: ...oper thread tension fine tuning lever yellow 7 Stitch plate 8 Flat bed extension 9 Front cover 10 Power light switch 11 Foot control electric power cord socket 12 Handwheel 13 Stitch length dial 14 Sp...

Page 5: ...4 5 Thread spool nets 4 6 Oiler 7 Allen key 8 Tweezers 9 Cone holders 4 10 Dust cover 11 Lint brush 12 Waste tray 13 Needle threader 14 Needle pack not pictured system ELx705 including three needles s...

Page 6: ...guides beads and pearls through a channel on the foot for easy application on garments or crafts Piping Foot 620 08 67 96 The Piping Foot is perfect for inserting packaged piping into seams and on edg...

Page 7: ...ng remove your foot from the control Note Your machine is adjusted to provide the best stitch result at normal room temperature Extreme hot and cold temperatures can affect the sewn result Push the po...

Page 8: ...ewing Presser foot lift Raise the presser foot by lowering presser foot lift at the back of the machine Pressing down on the presser foot lift puts the presser foot in the extra lift position Changing...

Page 9: ...le clamp screws for both A and B Remove the selected needle Hold the new needle with the flat surface to the back Insert the needle into the needle clamp as far as it will go Note We recommend using t...

Page 10: ...r Raise the white handle on the 2 thread converter to insert the sharp edge A of the converter in the eye B of the upper looper Disengaging Turn off the main power switch and unplug the machine Lower...

Page 11: ...two loopers are not threaded in the correct order they will not create a stitch If a looper thread breaks always do the following 1 Unthread the needle s 2 Unthread the loopers 3 Thread the upper loop...

Page 12: ...read along the right side of the button as illustrated 2 Lift up the handle and bring the thread under it While holding the thread with both hands pass it between the tension discs and pull it down to...

Page 13: ...own to make certain it is properly placed between the tension discs 3 Turn the handwheel toward you until the lower looper extends out 10 mm 3 8 from the needle plate edge Thread the looper area of th...

Page 14: ...oth hands pass it between the tension discs and pull it down to make certain it is properly placed between the tension discs 3 Continue to thread points 4 8 Slip the thread into the rear slot on the t...

Page 15: ...oth hands pass it between the tension discs and pull it down to make certain it is properly placed between the tension discs 3 Continue to thread points 4 8 Slip the thread into the middle slot on the...

Page 16: ...dle eye and form a thread loop Use the needle threader to pull the thread loop out behind the needle Changing thread The following is an easy way to change threads Cut the thread in use near the spool...

Page 17: ...s of stretchy fabric or overcasting a single layer of light fabric Popular for creating decorative tucks Use decorative threads in the loopers and regular thread in the needle Use different colors in...

Page 18: ...or the ladder stitch side Create varying effects by threading the upper looper with decorative thread Read more on page 22 F B 2 6 0 1 0 N No A 3 thread flatlock narrow For sewing stretchy fabrics tog...

Page 19: ...led edge thread the upper looper with decorative thread and the needle and lower looper with lightweight regular thread Read more on page 23 E A 2 6 0 1 0 N Yes A 2 thread overlock wide For overcastin...

Page 20: ...homedec Converter required D B 2 6 0 1 0 N Yes A 2 thread wrapped overlock narrow Gives a beautiful finish to lightweight fabrics Use transparent threads with this stitch to get an almost invisible ed...

Page 21: ...of the stitch plate If the threads do not wind around the finger make sure each thread is threaded correctly Continue holding the thread chain while pressing the foot control Sew until the chain is 5...

Page 22: ...e stitch on the right side of the garment Sew the seam trimming the excess fabric The needle thread will form a V on the underside of the fabric The lower looper thread will pull into a straight line...

Page 23: ...engaged A position see page 9 to get a beautiful edge or disengage the movable upper cutter B position see page 9 and sew circle embellishments Mark a dot in the center of the area that will be the ci...

Page 24: ...esser foot pressure adjustment The presser foot pressure for sewing based on normal conditions should be set to 2 5 Adjustments in some instances may be necessary Increase or decrease the pressure unt...

Page 25: ...fabrics For overlock stitching on normal fabric set the differential feed adjusting dial to 1 0 Gathered overlock stretch knit fabrics When overedging stretch fabric such as knits and jersey adjust t...

Page 26: ...tight or needle thread tension is too loose Move the lower looper thread tension fine tuning lever yellow toward a lower position Or move the needle thread tension fine tuning lever blue or green tow...

Page 27: ...er blue or green to a higher position 4 thread overlock When the upper looper thread lies on the underside of the fabric Move the upper looper thread tension lever red toward a higher position Or move...

Page 28: ...out on the picture must be lubricated often Use supplied sewing machine oil Do not use any other oil it could damage the machine Wipe the machine surface to remove all excess oil before sewing Replaci...

Page 29: ...while pushing the cover lightly to the rear swing cover to the left and remove from machine as shown in the illustration Turn the bulb to the left to remove To replace the bulb push the bulb into the...

Page 30: ...rt new needle current needle may be bent or have a blunt point Tighten needle set screw Insert needle correctly Change type or size of needle Check threading Increase presser foot pressure Use a high...

Page 31: ...machine equipment and the assortment of accessories without prior notice or make modifications to the performance or design Such modifications however will always be to the benifit of the user and th...

Page 32: ...413 34 49 26A English Inhouse 2012 KSIN Luxembourg II S ar l All rights reserved Printed in Germany on environment friendly paper www pfaff com...

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