Pfaff 1051 User manual

296-12-18 192
Betriebsanleitung engl. 08.99
Instruction Manual
1051
1053
1181
1183

The reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF Instruction Manuals, whether in whole or in
part, is only permitted with our previous authorization and with written reference to the
source.
G.M. PFAFF
Aktiengesellschaft
Postfach 3020
D-67653 Kaiserslautern
Königstr. 154
D-67655 Kaiserslautern
Editing / Illustrations
HAAS-Publikationen GmbH
D-53840 Troisdorf
This Instruction Manual is valid for all models and subclasses listed in the
chapter " Specifications ".

Contents
Contents...............................................................................Chapter - Page
1Safety ........................................................................................................................ 1 -1
1.01 Directives...................................................................................................................1- 1
1.02 General notes on safety............................................................................................. 1 - 1
1.03 Safety symbols .......................................................................................................... 1 - 2
1.04 Important points for the user ..................................................................................... 1 - 2
1.05 Operating and specialist personnel ............................................................................ 1 - 3
1.05.01 Operating personnel .................................................................................................. 1 - 3
1.05.02 Specialist personnel ................................................................................................... 1 - 3
1.06 Danger .......................................................................................................................1- 4
2Proper use ................................................................................................................ 2 - 1
3Specifications ........................................................................................................... 3 - 1
3.01 PFAFF 1051, PFAFF 1053, PFAFF 1181, PFAFF 1183 ............................................... 3 - 1
3.02 Models and subclasses.............................................................................................. 3 - 2
4Disposal of the machine .......................................................................................... 4 - 1
5Transport, packaging and storage .......................................................................... 5 - 1
5.01 Transport to the customer ......................................................................................... 5 - 1
5.02 Transport within the customer’s premises ................................................................ 5 - 1
5.03 Disposal of the packaging .......................................................................................... 5 - 1
5.04 Storage ......................................................................................................................5- 1
6Explanation of the symbols..................................................................................... 6 - 1
7Controls .................................................................................................................... 7 - 1
7.01 On/off switch ............................................................................................................. 7 - 1
7.02 Keys on the machine head......................................................................................... 7 - 1
7.03 Pedal .......................................................................................................................... 7 - 2
7.04 Lever for lifting the presser foot ................................................................................ 7 - 2
7.05 Feed regulator disk .................................................................................................... 7 - 3
7.06 Reverse feed lever..................................................................................................... 7 - 3
7.07 Knee lever.................................................................................................................. 7- 4
7.08 Switch for thread wiper -909/04 ................................................................................ 7 - 4
8Mounting and commissioning the machine .......................................................... 8 - 1
8.01 Mounting ................................................................................................................... 8 -1
8.01.01 Adjusting the table-top height .................................................................................... 8 - 1
8.01.02 Adjusting the V-belt tension ....................................................................................... 8 - 2
8.01.03 Mounting the upper V-belt guard ............................................................................... 8 - 2
8.01.04 Mounting the lower V-belt guard ............................................................................... 8 - 3
8.01.05 Mounting the spool holder and the sewing lamp....................................................... 8 - 3
8.02 Commissioning the machine...................................................................................... 8 - 4
8.03 Turning the machine on/off........................................................................................ 8 - 4

Contents
Contents ...............................................................................Chapter - Page
9Preparation ............................................................................................................... 9 - 1
9.01 Inserting the needle ................................................................................................... 9 - 1
9.02 Winding the bobbin thread/ adjusting the thread tension .......................................... 9 - 2
9.03 Removing/Inserting the bobbin case.......................................................................... 9 - 3
9.04 Inserting the bobbin case / Adjusting the bobbin thread tension ............................... 9 - 3
9.05 Threading the needle thread / Adjusting the needle thread tension........................... 9 - 4
9.06 Adjusting the stitch length ......................................................................................... 9 - 5
10 Care and maintenance........................................................................................... 10 - 1
10.01 Cleaning the machine .............................................................................................. 10 - 1
10.02 Filling the oil reservoir (PFAFF 1181 and 1183 only) ................................................ 10 - 2
11 Adjustment ............................................................................................................. 11 - 1
11.01 Notes on adjusting ................................................................................................... 11 - 1
11.02 Tools, gauges and other accessories for adjusting .................................................. 11 - 1
11.03 Abbreviations ........................................................................................................... 11 - 1
11.04 Checking and adjusting aids..................................................................................... 11 - 2
11.05 Adjusting the basic machine ................................................................................. 11 - 3
11.05.01 Basic position of the machine drive ......................................................................... 11 - 3
11.05.02 Preadjusting the needle height ................................................................................ 11 - 4
11.05.03 Bottom feed neutral position ................................................................................... 11 - 5
11.05.04 Neutral position of the needle feed (only on PFAFF 1051 and 1181) ....................... 11 - 6
11.05.05 Bottom feed lifting motion ....................................................................................... 11 - 7
11.05.06 Bottom feed dog height........................................................................................... 11 - 8
11.05.07 Feed dog motion of bottom feed dog ...................................................................... 11 - 9
11.05.08 Feeding motion of needle feed (only on PFAFF 1051 and 1181) ............................. 11 -10
11.05.09 Needle in needle hole center (only on PFAFF 1053 and 1183) ................................ 11 -11
11.05.10 Needle to needle hole centre (on PFAFF 1051 and PFAFF 1181) ............................ 11 -12
11.05.11 Synchronous strokes of needle- and drop feed
(only on PFAFF 1051 and PFAFF 1181) ..................................................................... 11 -13
11.05.12 Hook shaft bearing and backlash ............................................................................. 11 -14
11.05.13 Hook lubrication (only for PFAFF 1181 and 1183) .................................................... 11 -15
11.05.14 Needle rise, hook-to-needle clearance, needle height and bobbin case
position finger .......................................................................................................... 11 -16
11.05.15 Thread check spring and slack thread regulator ....................................................... 11 -17
11.05.16 Position of knee lever .............................................................................................. 11 -18
11.05.17 Knee lever stop ........................................................................................................ 11 -19
11.05.18 Bobbin winder.......................................................................................................... 11 -20
11.05.19 Limiting the stitch length ......................................................................................... 11 -21
11.05.20 Presser foot pressure .............................................................................................. 11 -22
11.05.21 Modifying the needle bar stroke .............................................................................. 11 -23
11.06 Adjusting the thread trimmers -900/24................................................................. 11 -24
11.06.01 Magnet setting......................................................................................................... 11 -24
11.06.02 Lateral alignment of the thread catcher ................................................................... 11 -25
11.06.03 Knife position ........................................................................................................... 11 -26

Contents
Contents...............................................................................Chapter - Page
11.06.04 Front point of reversal of the thread catcher............................................................ 11 -27
11.06.05 Manual trimming check ........................................................................................... 11 -28
11.06.06 Thread tension release............................................................................................. 11 -29
11.06.07 Readjusting the control cam .................................................................................... 11 - 30
11.07 Adjusting the thread wiper -909/04....................................................................... 11 -31
11.07.01 Thread wiper movement.......................................................................................... 11 - 31
11.07.02 Thread wiper position .............................................................................................. 11 -32
11.08 Adjusting the automatic presser foot lift -910/06................................................. 11 -33
11.09 Adjusting the backtacking mechanism -911/37.................................................... 11 -34

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Safety
1 Safety
1.01 Directives
This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations contained in the
conformity and manufacturer’s declarations.
In addition to this Instruction Manual, also observe all generally accepted, statutory and
other regulations and legal requirements and all valid environmental protection regulations!
The regionally valid regulations of the social insurance society for occupational accidents or
other supervisory organizations are to be strictly adhered to!
1.02 General notes on safety
●This machine may only be operated by adequately trained operators and only after having
completely read and understood the Instruction Manual!
●All Notes on Safety and Instruction Manuals of the motor manufacturer are to be read
before operating the machine!
●The danger and safety instructions on the machine itself are to be followed!
●This machine may only be used for the purpose for which it is intended and may not be
operated without its safety devices. All safety regulations relevant to its operation are to
be adhered to.
●When exchanging sewing tools (e.g. needle, roller presser, needle plate and bobbin),
when threading the machine, when leaving the machine unattended and during
maintenance work, the machine is to be separated from the power supply by switching
off the On/Off switch or by removing the plug from the mains!
●Everyday maintenance work is only to be carried out by appropriately trained personnel!
●Repairs and special maintenance work may only be carried out by qualified service staff
or appropriately trained personnel!
●Work on electrical equipment may only be carried out by appropriately trained personnel!
●Work is not permitted on parts and equipment which are connected to the power supply!
The only exceptions to this rule are found in the regulations EN 50110.
●Modifications and alterations to the machine may only be carried out under observance
of all the relevant safety regulations!

Safety
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●Only spare parts which have been approved by us are to be used for repairs! We
expressly point out that any replacement parts or accessories which are not supplied by
us have not been tested and approved by us. The installation and/or use of any such
products can lead to negative changes in the structural characteristics of the machine.
We are not liable for any damage which may be caused by non-original parts.
1.03 Safety symbols
Danger!
Points to be observed.
Danger of injury for operating and specialist personnel!
1.04 Important points for the user
●This Instruction Manual is an integral part of the machine and must be available to the
operating personnel at all times.
●The Instruction Manual must be read before operating the machine for the first time.
●The operating and specialist personnel is to be instructed as to the safety equipment of
the machine and regarding safe work methods.
●It is the duty of the user to only operate the machine in perfect running order.
●It is the obligation of the user to ensure that none of the safety mechanisms are
removed or deactivated.
●It is the obligation of the user to ensure that only authorized persons operate and work
on the machine.
Further information can be obtained from your PFAFF agent.

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Safety
1.05 Operating and specialist personnel
1.05.01 Operating personnel
Operating personnel are persons responsible for the equipping, operating and cleaning of
the machine as well as for taking care of problems arising in the sewing area.
The operating personnel is required to observe the following points and must:
●always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual!
●never use any working methods which could adversely affect the safety of the machine!
●not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewelery such as chains or rings!
●also ensure that only authorized persons have access to the potentially dangerous area
around the machine!
●always immediately report to the person responsible any changes in the machine which
may limit its safety!
1.05.02 Specialist personnel
Specialist personnel are persons with a specialist education in the fields of electrics,
electronics and mechanics. They are responsible for the lubrication, maintenance, repair and
adjustment of the machine.
The specialist personnel is obliged to observe the following points and must:
●always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual!
●switch off the On/Off switch before carrying out adjustments or repairs, and ensure that
it cannot be switched on again unintentionally!
●wait until the luminous diode on the control box is no longer blinking or on before
beginning adjustment or repair work.
●never work on parts which are still connected to the power supply! Exceptions are
explained in the regulations EN 50110.
●replace the protective coverings and close the electrical control box afer all repairs or
maintenance work!

Safety
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1.06 Danger
A working area of 1 meter is to be kept free both in front of and behind the
machine while it is in operation so that it is always easily accessible.
Never reach into the sewing area while sewing! Danger of injury by the needle!
Never leave objects on the table while adjusting the machine settings! Objects
can become trapped or be slung away! Danger of injury!
Fig. 1 - 01
Do not operate the machine without its take-up lever guard 1!
Danger of injury due to the motion of the take-up lever!
Do not operate the machine without the finger guard 2!
Danger of injury by the needle!
If an external motor is used, do not operate the machine without the belt
guards 3and 4!
Danger of injury by the drive belt!
3
1
4
2

Proper use
2 Proper use
The PFAFF 1051 is an oil-free single-needle high-speed seamer with compound feed
The PFAFF 1053 is an oil-free single-needle high-speed seamer with drop feed
The PFAFF 1181 is an oil-free single-needle ultra-high-speed seamer with compound feed
The PFAFF 1183 is an oil-free single-needle ultra-high-speed seamer with drop feed
These machines are used in the industry for sewing lockstitch seams.
Any and all uses of this machine which have not been approved of by the
manufacturer are considered to be inappropriate! The manufacturer cannot be
held liable for any damage caused by the inappropriate use of the machine!
The appropriate use of the machine includes the observance of all operational,
adjustment, maintenance and repair measures required by the manufacturer!
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