Pfaff 3538-30/02 User manual
This instruction manual applies to machines
from the following serial numbers onwards: 2 804 345
and software version 0437/001.
3538
296-12-19 292/002
Instruction Manual engl. 10.15
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
-20/02
-30/02
This instruction manual applies to all models and subclasses listed in Chapter 3
Technical Data.
Reprinting, reproduction and/or translation of PFAFF instruction manuals (including parts
thereof) is only permitted with our prior agreement and citation of the source.
PFAFF Industriesysteme
und Maschinen GmbH
Hans-Geiger-Str. 12 - IG Nord
D-67661 Kaiserslautern
The adjustment manual for the machine can be downloaded at no charge under
www.pfaff-industrial.de/de/service-support/downloads/technical.
As an alternative to the Internet download, the adjustment manual can also be
ordered under order no. 296-12-19 293/002.
Table of Contents
Contents ..................................................................................................Page
1Safety .................................................................................................................................... 5
1.01 Directives............................................................................................................................... 5
1.02 General safety instructions .................................................................................................... 5
1.03 Safety symbols ...................................................................................................................... 6
1.04 Special points of attention for the owner-operator ................................................................ 6
1.05 Operating personnel and technical staff ................................................................................ 7
1.05.01 Operating personnel .............................................................................................................. 7
1.05.02 Technical staff........................................................................................................................ 7
1.06 Danger warnings.................................................................................................................... 8
2Proper Use............................................................................................................................ 9
3Technical Data................................................................................................................. 10
3.01 PFAFF 3538 ......................................................................................................................... 10
4Disposal of the Machine.................................................................................................... 11
5Transport, Packaging and Storage ................................................................................... 12
5.01 Transport to the customer’s premises ................................................................................ 12
5.02 Transport within the customer’s premises.......................................................................... 12
5.03 Disposal of the packaging materials .................................................................................... 12
5.04 Storage ................................................................................................................................ 12
6Work Symbols.................................................................................................................... 13
7Operating Controls ............................................................................................................14
7.01 Main switch ........................................................................................................................ 14
7.02 Light barrier.......................................................................................................................... 14
7.03 Stop button .......................................................................................................................... 15
7.04 Control panel........................................................................................................................ 16
7.04.01 Symbols on the display........................................................................................................ 17
7.04.02 Plus/minus keys................................................................................................................... 17
7.04.03 Function keys....................................................................................................................... 18
8Set-up and Initial Commissioning .................................................................................... 20
8.01 Set-up .................................................................................................................................. 20
8.01.01 Aligning the machine .......................................................................................................... 20
8.01.02 Mounting the reel stand ...................................................................................................... 21
8.02 Connecting the plug-in connections and ground cable ........................................................ 22
8.03 Initial start-up ....................................................................................................................... 23
8.04 Switching the machine on/off ............................................................................................. 23
Table of Contents
Contents ..................................................................................................Page
9Set-up.................................................................................................................................. 24
9.01 Inserting the needle............................................................................................................. 24
9.02 Threading the needle / adjusting the needle thread ............................................................ 25
10 Input .................................................................................................................................... 26
10.01 Sewing – automatic mode ................................................................................................... 27
10.02 Sewing – Unit with cutter and rack...................................................................................... 28
10.03 Input mode .......................................................................................................................... 29
10.04 Input mode .......................................................................................................................... 31
10.09 Parameter list....................................................................................................................... 32
10.10 Error messages.................................................................................................................... 36
11 Maintenance and Care....................................................................................................... 38
11.01 Maintenance intervals.......................................................................................................... 38
11.02 Cleaning the machine .......................................................................................................... 38
11.03 Checking / topping up the oil level of the oil tank for the front parts................................... 39
11.04 Checking / topping up the oil level of the gear mechanism................................................. 40
11.05 Checking / setting the air pressure ...................................................................................... 41
11.06 Emptying / cleaning the maintenance unit’s water tank...................................................... 41
12 Wearing Parts..................................................................................................................... 42
Safety
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1 Safety
1.01 Directives
The machine was built in compliance with the European regulations specified in the declara-
tion of conformity and declaration of incorporation.
As a supplement to this instruction manual, please also observe the generally applicable, le-
gal and other regulations and legislation – also in the country of use – and the valid environ-
mental protection regulations! Always comply with the locally applicable regulations of the
professional associations and other supervisory authorities!
1.02 General safety instructions
The machine may only be operated after you have become acquainted with the associ-
ated instruction manual and only by operating personnel who have received appropriate
training!
Always read the safety instructions and the instruction manual of the motor manufactur-
er before starting up the machine!
Always follow the hazard and safety instructions attached to the machine!
The machine may only be operated for its intended purpose and only with the associated
safety covers, while adhering to all the relevant safety requirements.
The machine must always be disconnected from the power supply by pressing the main
switch or pulling out the mains plug when sewing tools are replaced (such as the needle,
sewing foot, needle plate, feed dog etc.) and when threading, leaving the workstation, or
performing maintenance!
The daily maintenance work may only be carried out by suitably qualified personnel!
Repairs and special maintenance work may only be carried out by technical staff or peo-
ple with appropriate training!
Unless otherwise stated, the machine must be isolated from the power supply and pneu-
matic supplies before any servicing work or repairs are performed! The only permitted
exceptions are for adjustment work and functional tests by appropriately trained techni-
cal staff!
Work on electrical equipment may only be carried out by qualified technical staff!
Work on parts and equipment under voltage is not permitted!
Exceptions are regulated by the EN 50110 standards.
Modifications and changes to the machine may only be made in compliance with all of
the relevant safety requirements!
Only those replacement parts approved by us for usage may be used for repairs! We
warn you expressly that spare parts and accessories that are not supplied by us are also
not tested and approved by us.
Fitting or using these products may therefore have negative effects on features which
depend on the machine design. We are not liable for any damage caused by the use of
non-Pfaff parts.
Safety
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1.03 Safety symbols
Hazard point!
Special points of attention.
Risk of injury to operating personnel or technical staff!
Electric voltage!
Danger to operating personnel or technical staff.
Danger of hands being crushed!
Caution!
Do not operate without finger guard and safety covers!
Turn off the main switch before threading, changing the
bobbin or needle, cleaning etc!
1.04 Special points of attention for the owner-operator
This instruction manual is a part of the machine and must be made available to the oper-
ating personnel at all times. The instruction manual must have been read before the ini-
tial start-up.
The operating personnel and technical staff must be instructed about the machine’s safe-
ty covers and about safe working methods.
The owner-operator may only operate the machine in a flawless condition.
The owner-operator must ensure that no safety covers are removed or disabled.
The owner-operator must ensure that only authorised persons work on the machine.
Additional information can be requested from the responsible sales centre.
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Safety
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1.05 Operating personnel and technical staff
1.05.01 Operating personnel
Operating personnel are persons responsible for equipping, operating and cleaning the ma-
chine and for fault clearance in the sewing area.
The operating personnel are obligated to comply with the following points:
The safety instructions provided in the instruction manual must be followed for all work!
Any work method jeopardising machine safety must be refrained from!
Tight-fitting clothing must be worn. The wearing of jewellery such as chains and rings is
prohibited!
Care must be taken to ensure that no unauthorised persons are located in the machine’s
hazard zone!
Any changes occurring on the machine which impair its safety must be reported to the
owner-operator immediately!
1.05.02 Technical staff
Technical staff are persons with technical training in electricity/electronics and mechanics.
They are responsible for lubricating, servicing, repairing and adjusting the machine.
The technical staff are obligated to comply with the following points:
The safety instructions provided in the instruction manual must be followed for all work!
Turn off the main switch before starting any adjustment or repair work and secure it
against reactivation!
Working on live parts and equipment is prohibited!
Exceptions are regulated by the EN 50110 standards.
Unless otherwise stated, the machine must be isolated from the power supply and pneu-
matic supplies before any servicing work or repairs are performed!
Exceptions are permitted solely for function tests.
Reattach the safety covers following repair and maintenance work!
Safety
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Fig. 1 - 01
1.06 Danger warnings
A work area of 1mmust be kept around the machine during operation to en-
sure unobstructed access at all times.
Do not reach into the needle range during the sewing operation!
Risk of injury from the needle!
Do not allow any objects to be placed on the table during the adjustment work!
The objects could become jammed or be slung away!
Risk of injury from parts flying around!
Danger of hands being crushed!
Do not operate the machine without the protective cover 1!
Risk of injury from the feed band!
Do not operate the machine without the take-up lever guard 2!
Risk of injury due to movement of the take-up lever!
Do not operate the machine without the belt guard 3!
Risk of injury due to the rotating driving belt!
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Proper Use
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2 Proper Use
The PFAFF 3538 is a sewing machine for efficiently hemming pocket openings.
Any usage not approved by the manufacturer is deemed misuse! The manufac-
turer shall assume no liability for damage caused by misuse! Proper use also
includes compliance with the operating, maintenance, adjustment and repair
measures specified by the manufacturer!
Technical Data
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3 Technical Data
3.01 PFAFF 3538
Stitch type:.......................................................................................................401 (chainstitch)
Design B: ......................................................... for the machining of medium-weight materials
Design C: ...........................................................for the machining of medium-heavy materials
Needle thickness: ........................................................................................................ 80 – 140
Needle system:................................................................................................................ 62x57
Thread thickness max......................................................................................................... 11/3
Speed max.:................................................................................................. 4000 stitches/min.
Stitch length max:..........................................................................................................4.5 mm
Noise data:
Noise emission level at workplace with a sewing speed of n = 2400 min-1: ...... LpA = 75 dB(A)
(Noise measurement in accordance with DIN 45 635-48-A-1,ISO 11204, ISO 3744,
ISO 4871)
Motor data: ................................................................................. see motor instruction manual
Air consumption per switching cycle:...........................................................................0.146 Nl
Net weight of sewing head with stand:............................................................. approx. 308 kg
Gross weight of sewing head with stand: ......................................................... approx. 521 kg
Subject to alterations
KpA = 2.5dB
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